Firle Beacon summit – High Street, Alfriston loop from Firle

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Firle Beacon summit – High Street, Alfriston loop from Firle

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Firle Beacon summit – High Street, Alfriston loop from Firle

01:17

13.6km

270m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

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South Downs National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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87 m

View of South Downs National Park

Highlight • Natural Monument

1.86 km

Firle Beacon summit

Highlight • Summit

Standing at 712 feet (217 m) tall, Firle Beacon affords extensive views over the South Downs. There are many ancient burial sites on and around the summit, many of which …

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5.51 km

Long Burgh Barrow

Highlight • Natural Monument

Wonderful piece of archaeological heritage and just one of dozens of barrows on this ridge.

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5.64 km

A tough and gruelling climb, not so much due to the incline or length but do with the surface conditions which are broken brick and rock, be careful climbing up this and also remember Cars use this track as well.

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6.92 km

Alfriston Village

Highlight • Settlement

Alfriston is a village community surrounded by the Wealden South Downs. We sit near the eastern end of the South Downs Way where this national path splits three ways, going …

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6.98 km

High Street, Alfriston

Highlight • Settlement

Alfriston is often hailed as one of England's most beautiful villages. Walking down the High Street, it’s easy to see why. With medieval inns, quirky boutiques, cafes, a Grade I-listed …

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13.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.2 km

317 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.96 km

2.97 km