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Ditchling Beacon
Ditchling, South East England
The third-highest point on the South Downs, with a steep road climb and a big view over the Weald.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 45 min
A lay-by and small car park sit at the top of a famous cycling hill. Walk the Downs westward for quieter views. Sunrise here is a local ritual.
- Best time
- Sunrise or sunset
- Open
- All year
- Getting there
- Small car park on a narrow steep road
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
- Dogs
- Dogs on a lead
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