Countryside / NEAR BRIGHTON

Devil’s Dyke

Leave the seafront for an open South Downs landscape above a deep dry valley. A short outing near the arrival area can be enough to appreciate the setting; longer walks need a route matched to fitness, daylight and ground conditions. It is a separate countryside trip from Brighton, with the journey forming part of the day.

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Grass-covered slopes around the dry valley at Devil’s Dyke — Photo: Nilfanion

Before you go

Check the 77 timetable for your actual date in both directions before setting out. Service varies seasonally; do not rely on a summer frequency or start a long walk without knowing your return options.

The practical details

Where to find it: Devil’s Dyke, near Poynings in West Sussex, north-west of Brighton. Use the National Trust map for the hilltop arrival point.
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Tickets and booking: There is no general countryside admission charge, but parking and bus travel may cost. The hilltop pub is independently operated; check separately if a meal is essential.
Access and getting around: The National Trust describes grassy, uneven paths and woodland routes that can be muddy. A short viewpoint visit and a descent into the valley involve different effort; do not assume a circular walk is accessible.
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Visiting with children: Choose a short out-and-back route first, keeping children close around steep slopes. Bring water, snacks and weather protection; shorten the walk before everyone becomes tired.

Practical information checked 14 September 2026. Confirm anything essential to your visit with the venue.

Make it part of your day

Allow 1½–3 hours, plus travel for the visit, plus travel and breaks. This is a suggested planning allowance; opening times, access and availability may affect your plans.

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