A stunning long route with amazing views, beautiful rivers, coast path and interesting towns.
Distance: 20.3 miles (32.7 km)
Ascent: 405 metres
Route grade: 72 (equivalent to Severe)
Time to allow: From 8h 45m to 14h -1m
Starting point: YHA South Downs 
Grid reference: TQ 433 055
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End point: Circular, to YHA South Downs
Region: South East of England
Type of walk: Coast, Hill, Riverside, Town
National Parks & National Landscapes: South Downs National Park
Trails and Ways: England Coast Path, South Downs Way, Sussex Ouse Valley Way, Vanguard Way
Wheelchair accessible: No 
Pushchair accessible: No 
Stile free: No 
Toilets: Yes 
Touch free: No 
Food and Drink: Cafe/s, Pub/s, Shop/s, Town 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 Maps: OS Explorer 1:25k (OL11) Brighton and Hove & OS Explorer 1:25k (OL25) Eastbourne and Beachy Head
