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Newhaven is a town in the Lewes District of East Sussex in England. It lies at the mouth of the River Ouse, on the English Channel coast, and is a ferry port for services to Dieppe in France. It was formerly known as Meeching. Newhaven lies at the mouth of the River Ouse, in the valley the river has cut through the South Downs. Over the centuries the river has migrated between Newhaven and Seaford in response to the growth and decay of a shingle spit (shoal) at its mouth. There was a Bronze Age fort on what is now Castle Hill.
The growth of the shingle spit hindered the outflow of the river, which consequently flooded the Levels upstream and hindered access to the port. Therefore, a channel through the shingle spit was cut in the mid-16th century below Castle Hill, creating access to a sheltered harbour, better than that at Seaford. This was the origin of modern Newhaven.
However, shingle continued to accumulate and so the mouth of the Ouse began to migrate eastwards again. Under the Ouse Navigation Act (1790), a western breakwater was constructed to arrest longshore drift and so cut off the supply of shingle to the spit. A new outlet (The Cut) was built on the river's present course, below Castle Hill. At that time the settlement began to be known as the new haven. The present breakwater was built in 1890. It was part of the Holmstrow hundred until the abolition of hundreds in the 19th century.
Although there are some signs of the derelict facilities that serviced the former train ferry operations, the port still sees a great deal of freight and passengers movement. International ferries run to the French port of Dieppe, Seine-Maritime, operated by DFDS Seaways. Currently there are two outbound sailings per day, one in the morning and one in the evening, using the 18,654 GT ro-ro ferry MS Côte D'Albâtre. Rail passengers wishing to connect with the ferries are advised nationally to travel to Newhaven Town, and then use the free bus service; this has resulted in a dramatic fall in passenger services at Newhaven Harbour, leading to questions re its future and that of Newhaven Marine.
The main part of the town is located on the west side of the river, there is also a residential area at Denton and Mount Pleasant on the slopes of the Downs to the east. Industrial areas lay on the east side of the river as do all three of the railway stations which serve Newhaven; Newhaven Town, Newhaven Harbour and the now redundant Newhaven Marine. Recent housing development has taken place at the West Quay, Harbour Heights and August Fields.
The main landmark in the town is the Newhaven Fort. The new waste incinerator is a major landmark, the chimney being visible from the sea as well as from Firle Beacon and parts of Seaford.
The parish includes part of the Brighton to Newhaven Cliffs Site of Special Scientific Interest. The cliffs are mainly of geological interest, containing many Santonian and Campanian fossils. The SSSI listing includes flora and fauna biological interest too. The open land surrounding Newhaven to the west, north and east is part of the South Downs National Park, although the town itself is excluded from the boundaries.
Newhaven lies at the southern end of the cross-country A26 trunk road originating in Maidstone; and its junction with the A259 coast road between Brighton and Eastbourne. It is also located on the Seaford Branch Line from Lewes; there are two operating stations: Newhaven Town and Newhaven Harbour. A third, for all intents and purposes unused since its train ferry services ceased using it, was Newhaven Marine railway station. Walkers on the long-distance footpath, the Vanguard Way end their journey here from East Croydon in south London.
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Alfriston, E.Sussex. UK.
A delightful village in the heart of sussex. St Andrews is known as the Cathedral of the downs, though i believe there maybe a few others which claim that title. Full of quaint tea rooms and medievil pubs/Inns.
South Downs Way, East to West, Part 2 of 6 - Alfriston to Ditchling
This series of six videos is a detailed and authoritative photographic flipbook guide to all 113 miles of the South Downs Way travelling from east to west.
The South Downs Way is a long distance footpath and official National Trail that traces the length of the South Downs National Park. In doing so it predominantly follows the scarp slope of the range of chalk hills stretching from Eastbourne in East Sussex to Winchester in Hampshire.
Links to the rest of the SDW east to west series
Part 1 Eastbourne to Alfriston:
Part 3 Ditchling to Amberley:
Part 4 Amberely to Petersfield:
Part 5 Petersfield to Exton:
Part 6 Exton to Winchester:
The National Trail Web Site
Ordinance Survey Maps covering the SDW
1:50000 Map Nos. 185, 197, 198, 199
1:25000 Map Nos. 132, 119, 120, 121, 122, 123
Public Houses and Inns
00:53 Ye Olde Smugglers Inn, Alfriston:
00:59 The Star, Alfriston:
01:01 The George Inn, Alfriston:
06:05 The Abergavenny Arms, Rodmell:
07:13 The Juggs, Kingston near Lewes:
08:20 The Newmarket Inn, nr Lewes:
11:01 The Half Moon, Plumpton:
Places of Interest
00:30 The White Bridge, Alfriston:
00:39 Alfriston:
02:09 Bostal Hill:
02:12 Arlington Reservoir:
02:41 Firle Beacon:
02:41 Marilyns:
03:48 Itford Hill:
04:24 A26 Bridleway Bridge:
04:31 Itford Farm Youth Hostel:
04:35 Seaford Branch Line:
04:51 Southease Swing Bridge:
04:54The River Ouse:
05:08 St Peter’s Church, Southease:
06:21 Breaky Bottom Winery:
06:41 Iford Hill & Kingston Escarpment:
06:54 Swanborough Hill:
07:38 Jugg’s Road:
07:56 Castle Hill National Nature Reserve:
08:43 East Coastway Line:
09:06 A27 Trunk Road:
09:12 Housedean Farm:
10:20 Buckland Bank:
10:44 Plumpton Plain:
10:58 Plumpton Agricultural College:
11:42 Ditchling Beacon:
Music
Peace of Mind Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
Disclaimer
Visitors who use this guide and rely on any information within it do so at their own risk.
Walk 100 miles on the South Downs Way - Part 6
The South Downs Way is an incredible 100-mile path and I'm walking the entire trail!
Stretching from Winchester in Hampshire to Eastbourne in Sussex, the South Downs Way is one of Britain's longest national scenic trails. It's the perfect practice route for anyone beginning to hike longer distances, for practicing wild camping and generally living like a true hiker. I'm hiking the South Downs over two weekends averaging 20 miles a day. The first weekend I'll be hiking to Amberly which marks the halfway point and the following weekend I'll be hiking the rest. I hope you enjoy!
MY FULL KIT LIST BELOW!
BIG 3
Tent - Zpacks Solplex
Backpack - HMG 2400 Windrider
Sleeping quilt - Katabatic Gear 30deg Palisade down sleeping quilt
CAMERA EQUIPMENT AND ELECTRONICS
Compact camera - Sony RX100 Mk5
Drone - DJI Mavic Air
Tripod - Joby GorillaPod
Microphone - Rode VideoMicro
Sound recorder - Zoom H1
Flash bracket
Phone - iPhone 8+
Storage - Sandisk Extreme 64GB
GPS Tracking - Garmin Forerunner 35
Power bank - Anker Powercore+ 13400mah
Headlamp - Black Diamond Ion
CLOTHING
Shoes - New Balance Minimus trail runners
Shoes - New Balance Zante v3
Rain jacket - Patagonia Torrentshell
Down puffy - North Ridge Hybrid
HYDRATION
Water filter - Sawyer Mini
Vessels - Smart Water bottles
COOK SYSTEM
Stove - MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Stove
Fuel - MSR Butane/Propane bottle
EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES
Ground sheet
Zpacks tent poles
HMG compartment pod
Leki Trekking Pole
Thermarest Neoair Xlite sleeping mattress
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Beechwood B and B, Halland, Nr Lewes, East Sussex.
Beechwood B and B is a Five Star Gold awarded Bed and breakfast / Guest house accredited by Visit England and the AA. This Sussex style house sits in one acre of mature gardens.
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Beechwood is situated 15 minutes north of the historic town of Lewes and Glyndebourne is just a 10 minute drive. We are perfectly situated if you would like to attend the world famous Opera or to explore the wealth of National Trust properties nearby. There are many excellent local walks and cycle routes for all abilities right from the doorstep. We are also close to the East Sussex National Golf Club.
Beechwood is situated close to the South Downs and a 30 minute drive will take you to Royal Tunbridge Wells or the beaches at Brighton or Eastbourne. The South Downs National Park is beautiful for walking or cycling and exploring the Cuckmere valley and Seven Sisters.
We are only 25 miles from Gatwick and close to main line railway stations into London from Lewes or Uckfield.
We will be very happy to advise on the wide choice of local pubs and restaurants, as well as local places of interest and the excellent choice of National Trust locations within the area. We are open all-year-round including Christmas and New Year
SWC Free Walk 25, Southease to Eastbourne. 7/8/11.
Approximately 16.5 miles of walking from the remote station of Southease to the seaside resort of Eastbourne via the South Downs.
From the outset, the walk follows the South Downs Way and climbs up to a ridge to reach Firle Beacon, where this walker stopped for lunch, due to a late start.
Following the ridge, which is well way-marked, the walker soon arrives in the pretty village of Alfriston. Crossing over the Cuckmere river, there's a further climb over Wilmington Hill to the village of Jevington. From here, there's one final climb for some fine views of Eastbourne and the south coast.
The walker has a choice of paths for the finale into Eastbourne.
An excellent summer walk (due to the length) with some fine views and which is particularly tranquile east of Alfriston.
(Wind affected commentary. The beetle seen was a Dor beetle, aka 'Dumbledor'...).
SWC Free Walk 130, Great Chesterford to Newport. 26/2/12
This walk of 11.7 miles features a county not often covered by walking guides - Essex. Starting out from Great Chesterford, on the Cambridgeshire borders, the walker is soon into the countryside and the large fields associated with the county. It's mainly through these, and a few woods, before arriving at Saffron Walden for lunch, and, in this case, Bridge End Garden.
Thereafter, having viewed the impressive St Mary the Virgin church, there's a pleasant walk through the parkland of Audley End before joining The Harcamlow Way for the journey back to Newport.
An easy walk on grassy paths for the most part, but some annoying road walking as well.
(The water shortage is clearly highlighted today, with most brooks and smaller tributaries bone dry! And it's still Winter...).
Frog Firle, Bo-Peep, Alfriston and Litlington Circular Walk
A pleasant walk with fine views across the Cuckmere valley starting at High and Over and passing Bo-Peep on the South Downs Way before descending to Alfriston. The ancient Church at Litlington is shown on the return leg before the climb back to the top of the South Downs.
my walk through alexandra park [Hastings in East Sussex, England], around 4.30pm on 25th february 2013