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47f – Beachy Head to Birling Gap

Posted on April 23, 2013 by Wingclipped

We left Beachy Head and started walking along the undulating cliffs, towards the Belle Tout Lighthouse and on to Birling Gap. We decided not to walk too close to the edge here.  The overhanging outcrops of rock looked just a … Continue reading →

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47e – Beachy Head Part II

Posted on April 21, 2013 by Wingclipped

Beachy Head is very well known for its lighthouse.  Built at the base of the cliffs, fantastic views are to be had from various vantage points when walking high above it. At some points on the edges of the cliffs, fences … Continue reading →

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47d – Beachy Head Part I

Posted on April 19, 2013 by Wingclipped

As we walked around Beachy Head we arrived at the Watch Tower, or at least what was left of it.  Originally a signalling station built in 1896, the roof and most of the walls have long gone.  It is now a seating … Continue reading →

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47c – Eastbourne to Beachy Head

Posted on April 17, 2013 by Wingclipped

We left Eastbourne and began the climb up to Beachy Head. Half way up we were rather surprised to see a sports field, nestled in a valley between two hills.  It seemed irrational to have a sports pitch on top of a cliff.  If you … Continue reading →

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