Bounding Up to Belle Tout at Birling Gap, South Downs East

Take a wander up to Mad Jack Fuller's folly on this relaxing circular walk and enjoy some sweeping sea and downland views, as well as wonderful flora and the Beachy Head lighthouse. Some slopes, steps & uneven terrain.

At 3.2 km, this is a short, accessible outing suitable for most fitness levels. Expect to complete it in around 43 minutes at a comfortable pace.

The route forms a complete loop, returning you to where you started. This makes logistics simple and the outing entirely self-contained.

As a Local Walking Network (LWN) route, this trail has a strong community character. It serves both regular local walkers and visitors discovering the area for the first time.