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Brighton & Hove Group

We are the Brighton and Hove Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

This is a circular walk, starting and ending in Firle Village Car Park. We shall walk up to Firle Beacon, descend to Charleston Farmhouse and back to Firle Village. Please bring a drink and a snack. There is a long but steady uphill climb up towards Firle Beacon and back down towards Charleston Farmhouse. Sticks are advised, if you use them, and please wear sturdy boots. There is some mud in the fields beyond Charleston Farmhouse.

Thursday, 27 March 2025
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:
234.4m / 769ft
Type:
circular

Assistance dogs only on this walk please. Toilets available at Charleston Farmhouse. There is an opportunity to visit the Ram at the end of the walk.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 46916 07439
Nearest postcode:
BN8 6NX
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Start time:
10:15 am

Firle Village Car Park (rear of Ram Inn)

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking