HIKE THE DEVIL’S DYKE
The Devil’s Dyke is by far our favourite spot in the Downs, a stunning steep valley and Bronze Age fortification with views out over the countryside below. Local legend has it that the valley was formed when the Devil attempted to dig a trench and flood the Weald with the sea, drowning the local Christians. His plan was thwarted, but his trench remains.
You can hike down through the valley, which also happens to make up part of the South Downs Way hiking trail. It’s also the local adventure spot, with plenty of opportunities to paraglide over the picturesque countryside from the top of the Dyke too.
If you’re not too keen on embracing your inner daredevil today, you can relax on the terrace of the Devil’s Dyke pub and take it all in instead!
THE DETAILS
Location | Devil’s Dyke Road
Accessibility | #77 bus service from Brighton station to Devil’s Dyke
Devil’s Dyke pub location | Dyke Road, Poynings, Brighton, East Sussex
Devil’s Dyke pub opening hours | 11:00am – 11:00pm every day