We are the Brighton and Hove Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Peter H
A chance to discover some poorly publicised permissive paths around Castle Hill nature reserve. Starting from Saltdean sea front we use mainly turf paths to skirt the built up area to arrive at Balsdean by a new path. After visiting parts of the nature reserve we then drop down into Loose Bottom (!) by an unmarked path to emerge again opposite Falmer Pond.
There are a couple of steep ascents and descents where poles may be useful. Mud is always possible!
Please bring a snack for a quick picnic and plenty of water and be aware there are no refreshments or toilets until the end of the walk. There is a good cafe "White Cliffs" at the start of the walk if you want to get a coffee beforehand, and a pub and a farm shop at the end.
There are excellent bus connections at both ends of the walk, Drivers can park behind Saltdean Lido, but note the walk does not end back there.
Assistance dogs only on this walk please
In front ( sea side not road side) of Whitecliffs Cafe, Marine Dr, Saltdean, Brighton BN2 8SQ Cross A259 easily by tunnel.
By, not in, Falmer Pond, Brighton BN1 9PT Buses nearby, benches for another picnic, pub over the bridge.
