Walk the South Downs Way – 50km from Ditchling Beacon to Eastbourne

You'll experience the best views that the South East has to offer as you traverse the stunning 31 mile expanse of the South Downs Way from Ditchling Beacon to Eastbourne. Your challenge begins atop Ditchling Beacon, just north of Brighton and the highest point in East Sussex before tracking along the edge of the South Downs.

You'll tackle a number of hills including Blackcap before descending to ground level – a chance to catch your breath before the summit of Newmarket Hill, where you'll be gifted with a view over Lewes. We'll follow the River Ouse then eat and rest overnight in Southease.

The second day offers far-reaching views over the English Channel and the Sussex Weald. You'll take in the picturesque landscape as you pass over the Seven Sisters country park and along the Cuckmere Valley, before rounding off the challenge along the coast, past Beachy Head white chalk cliffs and into the seaside resort town of Eastbourne on the England's Southeast coast.

You'll need a good level of fitness to take on this walking challenge, but the underfoot conditions of the grasslands make it very accessible. If you're keen for an adventurous experience alone or with friends, or you want to round up your colleagues to take part in a fundraising event in the South East then the South Downs Way is the ideal option.

We specialise in running our walking challenges as small group events to ensure a strong camaraderie within the challenge team. Our small instructor to client ratios guarantee you a highly personal experience – our expert guides will know you by name and support you on every step of the journey!

This incredible adventure across rolling hills, grassy fields and stunning coastline is not to be underestimated and the sense of achievement and satisfaction you’ll gain from completing this challenge is epic.

South Downs Way 50km Challenge Stats

  • Total Distance: 50km (31 miles)
  • Estimated Time: 10 hours
  • Difficulty Level: 2/5 – a moderate challenge

What's Included?

  • Experienced and qualified Mountain Leader
  • Low Instructor to client ratio (1:12)
  • Transport from Brighton
  • Catering throughout the challenge
  • Pre-challenge information pack (includes 12-week fitness plan and equipment guidance)
  • An eco-friendly adventure (we're a carbon neutral company)
  • Certificate of achievement

If you're short on time, why not try the South Downs Way 25km Challenge instead? Alternatively, take on a tough mountain adventure with our UK 3 Peaks Challenge!