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View of Litlington White Horse – View of the Cuckmere River loop from Litlington

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View of Litlington White Horse – View of the Cuckmere River loop from Litlington

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View of Litlington White Horse – View of the Cuckmere River loop from Litlington

01:02

8.57km

160m

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Moderate run. 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: May 17, 2026

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690 m

View of Litlington White Horse

Highlight • Natural Monument

We spotted the Litlington White Horse, a chalk mural on the hillside to the west side of the River Cuckmere, from this spot along the South Downs Way. My Uncle …

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1.10 km

View of the Cuckmere River

Highlight • Natural Monument

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2.57 km

Steps to the Cuckmere Valley viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

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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8.40 km

The Plough & Harrow pub

Highlight • Restaurant

Well worth a stop off... Longman Brewery and decent pub grub.

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8.57 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.85 km

2.05 km

1.82 km

444 m

282 m

111 m

Surfaces

3.40 km

2.22 km

1.32 km

1.06 km

444 m

111 m

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Monday 18 May

17°C

10°C

98 %

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View of Litlington White Horse – View of the Cuckmere River loop from Litlington

View of Litlington White Horse

View of the Cuckmere River

Steps to the Cuckmere Valley viewpoint

The Plough & Harrow pub

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