This short 2-Day Eastbourne Circular walk is ideal if you have limited time. It makes a perfect South Downs Way weekend walking break, incorporating some of the most spectacular scenery on the route.
Eastbourne Circular Walk (2 Days)
2 days
22 miles / 36 kms
Overview
(Booking code EC2)
Day one
Arrive in Eastbourne
Arrive in Eastbourne, check in to your accommodation and take some time to stroll along the seafront and explore this historic seaside town.
Day two
Eastbourne to Alfriston (inland route) – 10 miles / 16 km
Highlights:
• Windover Hill – great sport for expansive views
• The Long Man of Wilmington – standing 70 metres high, it’s only around a mile off the way and well worth the detour
• The pretty downland village of Jevington
Day three
Alfriston – Eastbourne (coastal route) – 12 miles / 19 km
Highlights:
• Cuckmere Valley – where the river Cuckmere meanders its way to the sea
• Seven Sisters – iconic, glorious coastal scenery, arguably the highlight of the whole South Downs Way
• Beachy Head – spectacular chalk cliff jutting into the English channel with fine views west across the Seven Sisters and east over Eastbourne and beyond.
On arrival, you can then either depart Eastbourne in the afternoon or stay over and depart the following day, giving you a chance to explore this elegant seaside resort or just put your feet up!
£335 per person for 2 nights.
£395 per person for 3 nights (overnighting in Eastbourne at the end of your walk).
These prices are based on two people sharing, a single supplement of £50/night applies.
This walk is available to book any time between 01 April – 30 September 24 (with the exception of 20 – 30 August) .
We understand that good quality accommodation is the key component to a successful walking holiday and often the difference between a good holiday and a great one! So rest assured, after a long day’s walking you can expect a very warm welcome. We don’t like leaving anything to chance, so we personally visit all our accommodation providers, as well as constantly monitor customer feedback and online reviews. For extra peace of mind, we book the accommodation and send your confirmed itinerary before you need to pay your deposit, so you can see exactly where you will be staying before committing to the walking holiday.
Optional Add-ons
If time allows, we’d recommend arriving early in Eastbourne to take some time to explore this historic coastal resort, with its seaside promenade, sweeping coastal views and wealth of magnificent Georgian & Victorian architecture.
Upgrades
If you’d like to celebrate a special occasion while you’re away, or if you just fancy treating yourself, we can arrange upgrades to some of the very best accommodations the South Downs has to offer.
Why book with us?
We love what we do!
We are passionate about the South Downs and are only too happy to share our knowledge and expertise to help you get the very most from your trip. Every walk we offer is one we have enjoyed ourselves!
South Downs Way experts
Our years of experience of working in, as well as walking and cycling throughout the South Downs National Park give us a level of expertise that’s hard to beat!
Perfect planning
We believe that attention to detail is the key to arranging the perfect walking holiday, so we take great care in planning your holiday to ensure everything runs like clockwork.
Flexibility and choice
Our friendly and flexible approach means that we can offer a genuinely tailor made service, and help you find the holiday that is perfect for you.
Handpicked accommodation
We understand that good quality accommodation is the key component to a successful walking holiday and often the difference between a good holiday and a great one! So rest assured, after a long day’s walking you can expect a very warm welcome. We don’t like leaving anything to chance, so we personally visit all our accommodation providers, as well as constantly monitoring customer feedback and online reviews. We know all our B&B owners very well and we only work with nice people!
Personalised service
We take great pride in ensuring that every single one of our customers receives outstanding service, specifically tailored to their needs. You’ll deal with the same person from your first enquiry until the end of your holiday, ensuring continuity and great service!
24/7 support
For your peace of mind, we provide you with a mobile number to contact us on should you need support outside office hours.
Responsible tourism
The natural beauty of the South Downs National Park is central to all our walking holidays, so we feel it’s important to play our part in protecting this beautiful area. We have a whole page on our website dedicated to responsible tourism and are also members of the South Downs Society, an independent charity dedicated to protecting the National Park for the enjoyment of future generations.
What’s included?
Handpicked
We only use a very select range of B&B’s which we personally visit and regularly review to ensure high standards.
En suite bathrooms
For your comfort, all rooms we book come with an en suite or private bathroom.
Luggage transfers
We operate our own luggage transfer service and guarantee to collect your bags each day after 0930 and drop off before 1600.
24/7 support
For your peace of mind, we provide out of office hours support.
Guides and map
We provide you with a Trailblazer guide book and a handy sized OS map booklet covering the whole route (one of each per booking).
Personalised trip notes
Our personalised trip notes include all our favourite lunch stops, points of interest along the route, directions to/from your accommodation and a guide to each town or village you stay in, including pub and restaurant recommendations.
Luggage labels
We will provide luggage labels to attach to your bags at the start of your trip.
Transfers
Most of the accommodation we use is within a mile or so of the South Downs Way, but occasionally we use B&B’s a bit further from the trail so as not to compromise on quality. In these cases, we will provide you with a taxi transfer to/from your accommodation.
Booking Form
Please complete the form below to book your holiday and we will respond to you within 48 hours.
