Beachy Head
Pack an extra layer, it is often very breezy here!
Rising to 162 metres (531 ft) above sea level, Beachy Head is the highest chalk sea cliff in Britain. On a clear day you can see as far as Dungeness to the east and Selsey Bill to the west.
Amazing panoramic views
See the red and white lighthouse
Wheel-friendly 'peace path'
Mud-free walking along rare chalk grassland paths
Kite flying!
Rising to 162 metres (531 ft) above sea level, Beachy Head is the highest chalk sea cliff in Britain. On a clear day you can see as far as Dungeness to the east and Selsey Bill to the west.
Amazing panoramic views
See the red and white lighthouse
Wheel-friendly 'peace path'
Mud-free walking along rare chalk grassland paths
Kite flying!
KEY INFO:
ADMISSION:
FREE!!
SUITABLE FOR:
LOCATION:
Beachy Head Road Car Park, BN20 7YA
PARKING:
Charges apply
AMENITIES:
DISTANCE:
0.75km 'Peace Path'. Longer walks possible (see map)
OPEN:
Exhibition is open daily. See website for opening hours.
Follow the 'Peace Path' (opposite main car park) to safely view the cliffs and red and white Lighthouse. The 'Peace Path' is a 750 m circular route on a firm and even surfaced track with no gates, stiles or steps. It is suitable for people with impaired mobility, wheelchairs, mobility scooters and pushchairs.
Adjacent to the main car park, the Beachy Head Story exhibition provides information about the geology, natural and general history of Beachy Head.
Toilets are located in the car park.
The Beachy Head is a large pub serving classic country pub food. It is just a 2 minute walk from the car park.
If you fancy a longer walk, then the coastal path to Belle Tout lighthouse and Birling Gap (4.3 km each way, see map) over open chalk grassland is stunning! It is suitable for pushchairs, but not wheelchairs. NB: There are steps to reach the Visitor Centre, cafe and shop at Birling Gap.
Be aware of the unfenced cliff edge. It is recommended that dogs are kept on a lead.
Photo credit: Jaleel Akbash on Unsplash.
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