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South East England

Firle Beacon summit – High Street, Alfriston loop from Firle

Mountain biking trails

South East England

Firle Beacon summit – High Street, Alfriston loop from Firle

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Firle Beacon summit – High Street, Alfriston loop from Firle

01:14

13.5km

270m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 21, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 6.68 km for 71 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1.68 km

Firle Beacon summit

Highlight • Summit

Standing at 712 feet (217 m) tall, Firle Beacon affords extensive views over the South Downs. There are many ancient burial sites on and around the summit, many of which …

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4.37 km

South Downs Way: Alfriston to Lewes

Highlight (Segment) • Natural

This section has recently been resurfaced-there’s a lot of loose fine gravel.

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6.71 km

St Andrew's Church, Alfriston

Highlight • Historical Site

St. Andrew's is located on a small hill by the river and is built in the shape of a cross. The central tower and spire dominate the skyline, with a …

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6.77 km

High Street, Alfriston

Highlight • Settlement

Alfriston is often hailed as one of England's most beautiful villages. Walking down the High Street, it’s easy to see why. With medieval inns, quirky boutiques, cafes, a Grade I-listed …

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6.83 km

Alfriston Village

Highlight • Settlement

Alfriston is a village community surrounded by the Wealden South Downs. We sit near the eastern end of the South Downs Way where this national path splits three ways, going …

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8.24 km

Long Burgh Barrow

Highlight • Natural Monument

Wonderful piece of archaeological heritage and just one of dozens of barrows on this ridge.

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7

12.6 km

Viewpoint on the South Downs Way

Highlight • Trail

Sit and search your thoughts

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13.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.0 km

369 m

213 m

Surfaces

7.76 km

2.91 km

1.76 km

1.03 km

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Highest point (210 m)

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Wednesday 6 May

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7°C

9 %

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