A varied route along Brighton seafront to the pretty village of Rottingdean and onto the South Downs for stunning views.
Distance: 11.6 miles (18.7 km)
Ascent: 352 metres
Route grade: 46 (equivalent to Moderate)
Time to allow: From 5h 15m to 8h 45m
Starting point: YHA Brighton 
Grid reference: TQ 312 039
What3Words: ///cracks.match.monday
End point: Circular, to YHA Brighton
Region: South East of England
Type of walk: City, Coast, Countryside, Village
National Parks & National Landscapes: South Downs National Park
Trails and Ways: England Coast Path
Wheelchair accessible: No 
Pushchair accessible: No 
Stile free: Yes 
Seats on route: Yes 
Toilets: Yes 
Touch free: No 
Food and Drink: Cafe/s, City, Pub/s, Shop/s 
This route is included in: YHA Festival of Walking
YHA and walking have been perfect partners since 1930. YHA celebrates with a walking festival in autumn so everyone gets the chance to discover the joy of walking. This walk was produced as one of the 180 self guided walks which start and finish at hostels.
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OS Map: OS Explorer 1:25k (OL11) Brighton and Hove
