We are the Blackheath Ramblers. We offer long walks in the Home Counties and beyond, using public transport. We also offer shorter urban walks on Sundays.
Meet BERWICK station, East Sussex, 10.25 (Victoria 8.54, Clapham Jn 9.01, East Croydon 9.10; change at Lewes [arr 9.56, dep 10.14]).
A linear walk of 16 miles to Eastbourne station at a brisk pace in open downland.Via Arlington Reservoir and the Long Man of Wilmington to Jevington for an early picnic lunch after 6 miles (Eight Bells pub for drinks only); then via Combe Hill and the (inland) South Downs Way ridge to Beachy Head before completing the trail at Eastbourne Pier.
Buy a return ticket to Eastbourne.
General notes on Blackheath Walks
Lunchtimes: Where walk descriptions stipulate a picnic/packed lunch, all walkers are asked to bring one with them. In such cases any lunchtime pub or café visit will be for drinks only. Lunch stops of this kind will last typically for 40-45 minutes, at the leader’s discretion. If, on the other hand, the option of lunch at a pub or café is offered, the duration will usually be about one hour.
Pre-booking is not required for Blackheath Ramblers walks unless indicated otherwise.
Starting times: Leaders do their best to adhere to the train times set out in the programme. However, the National Rail website publishes train timetables only 12 weeks in advance, and engineering work at weekends sometimes causes changes to departure and arrival times. So, please check train times with National Rail (0345 748 4950) / www.nationalrail.co.uk) before travelling.
Starting times will not be delayed unless absolutely necessary.
Safety: Please be aware that you take part in all Ramblers walks at your own risk.
Dogs: Some walks are unsuitable for dogs; please check with the leader before bringing one.
Blackheath Ramblers website: http://www.blackheathramblers.org.uk
Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/blackram
Berwick Railway Station, East Sussex
Eastbourne Railway Station, East Sussex
