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South East England

Southease Bridge – Lewes Brooks and River Ouse loop from Firle

Hiking trails & Routes

South East England

Southease Bridge – Lewes Brooks and River Ouse loop from Firle

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Southease Bridge – Lewes Brooks and River Ouse loop from Firle

02:55

10.5km

200m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 17, 2026

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South Downs National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

2.68 km

South Downs Way Public Bridleway Gate

Highlight • Rest Area

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2

2.92 km

View of the Ouse Valley from Iford Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

Bronze age settlement with a view over the Ouze Valley.

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3

3.95 km

View of Ilford Farm and the South Downs

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4

4.55 km

YHA Southease Hostel & Campsite

Highlight • Cafe

Such a lush youth hostel, great location and facilities. We stayed in the bell tents which are in excellent condition and super cosy. The hostel are really accommodating for those travelling with bikes.

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5

5.22 km

Southease Bridge

Highlight • Trail

This historic bridge was built in 1880. It is the second bridge on the site and though the swing mechanism remains, it has not been opened since 1967. In September 2009 the bridge was granted Grade II-listed building status.

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6

5.36 km

Lewes Brooks and River Ouse

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great views across the river and a great surface in all conditions.

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7

9.10 km

View South from Beddingham Hill Towards Newhaven

Highlight • Viewpoint

8

10.4 km

View of South Downs National Park

Highlight • Natural Monument

B

10.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.06 km

1.10 km

242 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.18 km

655 m

525 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (180 m)

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Sunday 17 May

14°C

6°C

50 %

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