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View of the Cuckmere meanders loop from Cuckmere Valley

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View of the Cuckmere meanders loop from Cuckmere Valley

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View of the Cuckmere meanders loop from Cuckmere Valley

01:10

9.98km

170m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 8, 2026

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South Downs National Park

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Start point

Bus stop

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173 m

Cuckmere Cycle Company Bike Hire & Shop

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Recently reopened bike hire and shop in Exceat, one of Sussex's most beautiful spots, located between the sea and Friston Forest.

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361 m

View of the Cuckmere River Valley

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391 m

View of the Cuckmere meanders

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The Cuckmere is a river in England that rises near Heathfield in East Sussex in the south of the Weald and flows into The Channel. The site of the estuary …

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437 m

Stone Steps on the South Downs Way

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Get ready for a lung bursting thigh pumping five minutes to do the steps of doom. Not quite as bad as the heading suggests but a good high intensity addition to your run session.

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2.39 km

Friston Forest MTB trails

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Friston Forest MTB trails
Lots of fun to be had here, including family bike routes, but even better is the mtb trails. There is loads of routes, to many to …

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4.72 km

Lost & Found Trail (Friston Forest MTB Trails, South Downs National Park)

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Friston Forest MTB Trails - Crater
Heads up - low branches, accessible via the north park of the red route.

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9.48 km

Steps to the Cuckmere Valley viewpoint

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Take it easy up this steep staircase! There’s a treat at the top for you as a reward!
Kid tip - grab a piece of chalk and write your name or encouragement to other hikers on the steps!

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9.98 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.21 km

1.90 km

459 m

260 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.61 km

3.22 km

587 m

341 m

Elevation

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Thursday 25 June

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View of the Cuckmere meanders loop from Cuckmere Valley

Cuckmere Cycle Company Bike Hire & Shop

View of the Cuckmere River Valley

View of the Cuckmere meanders

Stone Steps on the South Downs Way

Friston Forest MTB trails

Lost & Found Trail (Friston Forest MTB Trails, South Downs National Park)

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