2025 East Dean and Friston Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in October)

Time: 2023/12/9 19:00 Venue: Winter Garden, Eastbourne The sound of youth, Suede's UK tour is underway, coming to Eastbourne, UK, let's check in the beautiful coastal scenery together~ 1. Seven Sisters Country Park Seven Sisters Country Park is adjacent to the English Channel, and its unique name comes from the main landscape here - seven connected white chalk cliffs (White Cliffs). These cliffs stretch for several kilometers, with cliffs about 170 meters high and beaches almost vertical, inspiring immense awe. The pure white cliffs and the green grass on top of each other also form an astonishing landscape. 2. Brighton Beach Like many British seaside cities, Brighton's beach also has the local more leisurely, more vast natural scenery. However, what is different here is that underfoot is not the fine soft sand, but the unique pebbles. 3. Beachy Head Beachy Head is located on the southern coast of Sussex, England, and is the commanding height of the Seven Sisters Cliffs, as well as one of the higher seaside chalk cliffs in the UK. Although the process of climbing the cliffs is somewhat strenuous, when you stand on the edge of the cliff overlooking the majestic coastline and the red and white striped lighthouse, you will feel that it is all worth it.

Located on the English Channel coastline in East Sussex, Seven Sisters Cliff consists of a series of seven white cliffs, named after their resemblance to seven girls dressed in white. I had previously skipped the cliffs during a visit to Brighton due to time constraints, and having seen similar sights in Australia, I wasn't particularly interested. However, I impulsively decided to take a car trip to see the cliffs this time, and I finally understood their beauty! Despite enduring nearly 3 hours of traffic on the way, it felt like driving towards the edge of the world with breathtaking scenery along the route—a truly fulfilling experience! While it's often suggested to visit Brighton before heading to Seven Sisters Cliff, doing both as a day trip from London can be quite rushed. I recommend staying a night in Brighton if you plan to visit both. This time, I'll share a lazy guide for a day trip from London to the cliffs. 😆 (I drove myself, but taking the train is also very convenient!) 🚗 Driving: 📍 Head directly to Brilling Gap (BN20 0AB), where there's a large parking lot available for £1.5 per hour (maximum of £5 for the whole day). As soon as you get out of the car, you'll be greeted by the sea and the stunning view of the white cliffs—it's like stepping into a postcard! 🫶🏽 I recommend allocating around two hours to relax on the beach and take a leisurely hiking route. Walk uphill for about 15 minutes from the car park, and you'll reach Belle Tout Lighthouse. Another 20 minutes of walking will lead you to another must-visit spot, Beachy Head Lighthouse (every location here is Instagram-worthy, to be honest). Finally, make your way back to the parking area, completing the entire hiking journey in approximately 1 hour! There are also more challenging hiking routes for those who enjoy hiking, but be cautious of the extremely strong winds and avoid getting too close to the cliffs. 🫣🫣🫣 Afterward, we drove to Eastbourne (just a 15-minute drive away ), a beautiful seaside town with fewer tourists compared to Brighton. Personally, I found it much more comfortable here! If you're relying on public transportation, I suggest visiting this town first before going to Seven Sisters! 🚍 Public Transport: 🚄 London Victoria ➡️ Eastbourne (Direct Train, 1.5 hours) 🚌 Eastbourne Pier ➡️ Beachy Head / Lighthouse / Birling Gap & Seven Sisters (20 minutes, £8 for students, £10 for adults, valid for 24 hours) The bus stops at multiple locations, allowing you to decide where to get off based on your energy levels. If you're like me and prefer a more relaxed experience, you can head straight to Birling Gap. Whether you choose to drive, take the train, or hop on a bus, visiting Seven Sisters Cliff and Eastbourne #londontrip

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I visited the Seven Sisters white cliffs and was amazed by the view. The bright white cliffs looked beautiful against the blue sea. The wind was fresh, and I could hear the waves hitting the shore below. Walking along the path, I saw the cliffs from different angles, each more stunning than the last. It was peaceful, beautiful, and a place I will always remember.

First, let me tell you about the transportation arrangements: This time I booked a train ticket on trip.com, which was a train departing from London Victoria Station to Brighton. It was really convenient. When you arrive in Brighton, you can take a bus 🚌, and it takes about 40 minutes to reach the cliffs. The sea water 🌊 is very clear The return trip is the same route, so remember to check the weather before you set out! 🌞 #LondonAround #London

One of the best hike ever had breathtaking views

On a rare cloudless day in London, I headed straight for the White Cliffs and arrived in Brighton. I cleared my mind and listened to "Things I Shouldn't Have" on repeat. Standing on the edge of the cliff, facing the endless English Channel, the world seemed to have an end. I sat quietly in a daze, with no distractions, and felt nourished.

1️⃣ Recommended photo spots 👍 ✅ Beachy Head: The highest point of the white cliffs and the highest coastal cliff in the UK. Standing on the edge of the cliff, you can see a red and white lighthouse in the distance, with stunning views. ✅ Belle Tout Lighthouse: From Beachy Head to the white lighthouse, this section of the road is undulating, and you can take pictures of the staggered white cliffs, winding lawns, and lighthouses. This is my favorite section of the scenery. ✅ Seven Sisters: There are seven consecutive white cliffs here, like seven young girls holding hands and looking out at the sea. It is the filming location of Jay Chou's MV and an excellent place to watch the sunset 🌅. ✅ Cuckmere Haven: The seaside cottage 🏠 that the male and female protagonists dream of in the movie "Atonement" is here, and the scenes in the movie are real.

I first learned about the White Cliffs from the movie "Dunkirk," which features a famous line: "You see the white cliffs, you see home." For the British, the White Cliffs are a symbol of home, and seeing them means you're home. The White Cliffs are actually a typical landform of the southern coast of England, formed by the combined effects of marine erosion and tectonic movements. They are famous for their steep and spectacular cliffs, with white rocks contrasting beautifully with the blue sea. · The Seven Sisters Cliffs are the most famous section, named after the seven main cliffs that rise and fall like natural works of art. It takes about 2 hours to drive from London. Although the weather forecast was sunny on the day we went, the clouds were thick by the sea, so we didn't see the White Cliffs at their best. But I was already very satisfied, as rain is the norm in England, and this place indeed has the solitude and grandeur of the world's end. · 🔀Route The Seven Sisters Cliffs cover a large area. If you don't want to hike, you can just stroll around the viewing spots and the beach near the Birling Gap parking lot. But if you want to hike, you can plan a 1-hour hiking route like us: Birling Gap - Belle Tout Lighthouse - Beachy Head Lighthouse. That is, climb up to the white lighthouse on the east side from the parking lot, then go down to Beachy Head Lighthouse. If you hire a car, you can ask the driver to wait at the parking lot on the Beachy Head side, so you don't have to walk back. · 📸Photography ✅Birling Gap: This is the largest parking lot at the Seven Sisters Cliffs. From here, you can go down to the beach to see the White Cliffs. The light is good in the morning, but a bit backlit in the afternoon, although you can watch the sunset in the evening. But the best place to take panoramic photos of the Seven Sisters Cliffs is on the hillside on the east side, which is also the starting point of the hiking trail. · ✅Belle Tout Lighthouse: This is the white lighthouse, the highest point of the hike, and one of the highest coastal cliffs in England. From here, you can overlook the magnificent view of the English Channel and take photos of the Seven Sisters Cliffs and the green grass. But be sure to pay attention to safety when taking photos at the edge of the cliff. · ✅Beachy Head: After passing the white lighthouse, you can see Beachy Head, a classic spot to admire the White Cliffs, with the lighthouse, S-shaped road, and White Cliffs. It's recommended to go in the afternoon when the light is better. But when we got there, the weather suddenly changed, and it started pouring rain a few minutes later. We were taught a harsh lesson by the British weather.

"National Geographic" didn't lie to me! Land's End is so shocking! The ceiling of the British landscape in my mind. I have compiled some travel guides to White Cliff. Be sure to choose a sunny day!!! The effect is completely different from a cloudy day ☁️ Itinerary: • D1: London-Eastbourne-White Cliffs Take a bus from Eastbourne to Beachy Head and start hiking. Walk 100 meters up to Belle Tout and then turn back. This is the best photo location! There is also the same style of Jay Chou's MV! Take a photo with the red lighthouse ~ but it may be very windy! Be sure to pay attention to safety !If you have average physical strength, you can take a bus from here to the next stop. Walk up from Birling Gap Station through the parking lot to reach the best location to see the Seven Sisters. This is where you get on the bus for the return trip. • D2:Eastbourne- Cuckmere Haven- Lewes-Brighton In the morning, we took a taxi to Cuckmere Haven. Walking down from the parking lot, we can see the dream seaside house of the hero and heroine in "Atonement". From the left side of the house you can reach the beach where the movie was shot. Arrive at Lewes at noon, this is my favorite treasure town! The town is built on the mountain and has a unique sense of drop. You can reach the castle by walking up the road. There are many second-hand shops in the town, and you can find good second-hand items. -Arrive at Brighton before sunset, don’t miss the sunset on the beach here!

[Opening] The Seven Sisters Cliffs in the UK is a breathtaking natural landscape located on the cliff coastline of the South Downs National Park in the UK. It is famous for its seven continuous white cliffs. Below is a detailed travel guide to help you fully experience this natural wonder. 🕜Best time to travel The best time to travel to the Seven Sisters White Cliffs is from May to September every year. During this period, the sun is shining and the weather is pleasant, which is very suitable for outdoor activities and photography. 🚗Transportation Self-driving: Starting from London, driving to the Seven Sisters White Cliffs is a convenient option. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the British countryside along the way, and the drive takes about 2 hours. Train + Bus: First take a train from London to Eastbourne or Brighton, and then transfer to the bus to the Seven Sisters White Cliffs. The bus journey from Brighton to the Seven Sisters White Cliffs takes about 1 hour. 👏Travel route Seven Sisters White Cliff Hike: Hiking is one of the best ways to experience the Seven Sisters White Cliffs. Stroll along the trails at the top of the White Cliffs for stunning views of the ocean and endless white cliffs. The hike is gentle, but please wear comfortable shoes as it's quite a distance. You can take many beautiful scenery photos along the way, especially at sunset, when the golden sunlight shines on the sea, contrasting sharply with the white cliffs, which is very spectacular. Visit Belle Tout Lighthouse: This lighthouse is located on top of the White Cliffs and is a great photography spot. From the top of the lighthouse overlooking the entire White Cliff landscape, you can capture the magnificent cliff scenery and azure ocean. Visit Cuckmere Haven: Cuckmere Haven is a beautiful bay formed by a creek and adjacent to the Seven Sisters White Cliffs. This is where the river and the ocean meet, and different photographic effects can be created when the tide rises and falls. Visit Seaford Head: After descending from the Seven Sisters White Cliff, you will see rows of colorful huts and green fields, full of fairy tale colors. This is also a great place to take photos. 🌹Notes Weather changes: The weather at the beach is changeable, so be sure to check the weather forecast and bring appropriate clothing and rain gear. Safety Tip: Please pay attention to safety when walking on the cliff and do not get close to the edge to avoid accidents. Environmentally friendly travel: Please keep the environment clean and tidy and do not throw away garbage randomly. Surrounding accommodation and food stay: Choose to stay in Brighton or Eastbourne, both cities have a wealth of accommodation options from budget to luxury hotels. If you want to get closer to nature, you can also choose to camp or stay in a nearby B&B. gourmet food: Both Brighton and Eastbourne have many food options, including traditional British restaurants, French dessert shops, Japanese restaurants and more. You can try local specialties, such as seafood platter, English breakfast, etc. 🌹Through the above guide, I believe you can fully experience the magnificence and beauty of the Seven Sisters White Cliffs. Have a nice trip! 🌹

The wind that misses you blows to the end of the world~ The Seven Sisters of Baiya are still worth visiting~ Pick a nice sunny day☀️~ . 🌟Taking photos by car➕Guidelines 1️⃣Take the train from Victoria station in London to Eastbourne in about 1.5 hours. 2️⃣After exiting the station, navigate to Eastbourne pier and find the double-decker sightseeing bus Eastbourne Sightseeing [Save the receipt ~ you can sit unlimitedly ~ very cost-effective ~ 11 pounds ~ one bus every 30 minutes] . 📷Photography route 1️⃣Get off at Beachy head~You can see the lighthouse after a few steps~There are many recommendations to get off at belle tout~This point is the closest to Jay Chou’s photo angle~ . From beach head to belle tout, you can walk around and take photos~ It takes about 1.5h~ . 2️⃣belle tout get on the bus and sit at the birling gap. This is a whole white cliff ~ you can also go down to the beach 🏖️➕ White Cliff ~ the beaches in the UK 🇬🇧 are all pebbles ~ no sand ~ I didn’t go down because I was too tired ~ . ⚠️Remember to get on the sightseeing bus before five o'clock🚌 and leave ~ After leaving, I went to Brighton for a tour ~ I got to know the city of London ~ .

After I can continue to travel around the world, I told myself that I must check off the places I most want to visit on my travel list without leaving any regrets☝🏻 . "The White Cliffs of England" can be said to be the place I am most looking forward to during my entire trip to England~ In fact, it really did not disappoint us. When we arrived at the Seven Sisters Rock, we saw a magnificent sunset, which dyed the sea surface golden. When the wind blew, our thoughts wandered... . I have never seen such a spectacular coastline anywhere else in the world. It stretches for several kilometers and has white cliffs rising from the ground. It is majestic and domineering. When the weather is clear, you can even see this white cliff on the coast of France. . No wonder the hero and heroine in the movie "Atonement" dream of living a happy life in this place with beautiful scenery and far away from human habitation. Jay Chou also chose this location for the MV of "What's Up". Stepping deeply and shallowly on the open chalk grassland, I envy the British for having such a good place for leisure hiking! . It may be well-known to Chinese people because of a music video or a movie, but in the long history, many stories have really happened on the White Cliffs in the southernmost part of England, such as the Norman Conquest, the Battle of Westings, etc. . As a symbol of the British South Coast, the White Cliffs inspired thousands of soldiers during World War II. Seeing the South Coast is equivalent to seeing your hometown😭 . And more than ten centuries ago, William I once looked at England from afar and decided to conquer it. . 🤍Strategy There are three beautiful spots in the White Cliffs: the White Cliffs of Dover, the Seven Sisters Rock (Beach Point), and the Jurassic Coast (Old Harry Rock). We rented a car from London and drove there, but you can also take a train. . 🤍Self-driving D1: Visit the White Cliffs of Dover and the Seven Sisters, pass by Westings, and live in Eastbourne; D2: Lewis Town and the Jurassic Coast (Old Harry's Rock), staying in Bournemouth; D3: Drive back to London by yourself, so that you can visit all three beautiful spots!

The ceiling of the British landscape in my mind We compiled some White Cliffs West Vancouver travel guide 🌊Itinerary: ◾️D1:London-Eastbourne-White Cliff 👉🏻Take a bus from Eastbourne to Beachy Head and start hiking. Walk 100 meters up to Belle Tout and then turn back. This is the best photo opportunity! If you have average physical strength, you can take a bus from here to the next stop. 👉🏻Go up from Birling Gap Station through the parking lot, and you will reach the best location to see the Seven Sisters. You will also get on the bus from here for the return trip. ◾️D2:Eastbourne- Cuckmere Haven- Lewes-Brighton 👉🏻Take a taxi to Cuckmere Haven in the morning. Walking down from the parking lot, you can see the dream seaside house of the hero and heroine in "Atonement". From the left side of the house you can reach the beach where the movie was shot. 👉🏻Arrived at Lewes at noon, this is my favorite treasure town! The town is built on the mountain and has a unique sense of drop. You can reach the castle by walking up the road. There are many second-hand shops in the town, and you can find good second-hand items. 👉🏻 Arrive at Brighton before sunset. The sunset by the sea here must not be missed. ◾️D3: Brighton-London 👉🏻Take a Citywalk in Brighton: The Lane→Kensinton Gardens→Queens Rd→West St 👉🏻Take the train back to London in the afternoon. . 🌊Traffic guide: ◾️Take London Victoria Station to Eastbourne Station ◾️After arriving at the station, navigate to Eastbourne Pier and take the White Cliff sightseeing loop bus ◾️Buy a ticket on the bus, keep the receipt, and use it to ride as many times as you like within a day. ◾️Bus operating hours vary in different seasons, so pay attention to the time. ◾️Ticket is 10 pounds, student ID card is 20% off. . 🌊Photography guide: ❶Beach Point The highest point of the White Cliff is also the highest coastal cliff in the UK. You can overlook the red and white lighthouse. The light is best when you go in the evening. ❷ Belle Tout Lighthouse The section from Beech Point to Belle Tout is quite undulating, and you can take pictures of the scattered white cliffs, winding lawns and lighthouses. This is my favorite section of the white cliff scenery. Walk about 100 meters towards Belle Tout Lighthouse, and you can take the same photo on the cover when you turn around! ❸Seven Sisters White Cliff There are 7 continuous white cliffs here, which are the filming locations for Jay Chou's music videos and are also a good location to watch the sunset. ❹ Cuckmere Haven The cliff beach where the male and female protagonists of the movie "Atonement" strolled and the small house where they dreamed of living together are right here. Movie fans must not miss it!

Short train ride from London (2 hours), from town centre of Eastbourne you can take a bus to Beachy Head. The view on the cliff is spectacular! #Beachy head

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Seven Sisters National Trust - Burlington Gap and the Seven Sisters 📍Location: Beachy Head Rd, Eastbourne BN20 0AB United Kingdom ⏰Opening hours: 24 hours 💷Admission: Free This is a place where you can see the 7 chalk cliffs, the Seven Sisters, at a glance. In front of you are the Seven Sisters and right next to you is the endless horizon :) You can get there by bus from downtown Brighton, but it takes more than an hour by bus, so if you are planning a day trip from London, I recommend moving diligently! After getting off the bus, you have to walk for about 20 minutes. It is a path along the pasture, so you can see cute animals🐑🐑 #LondonTravel #EuropeTravel #Brighton #BrightonTravel #SevenSisters

If you are visiting Brighton or Eastbourne, you must get to Birling Gap and admire the beautiful white cliffs. In terms of difficulty, it is an easier hike to take.   Birling Gap is a beautiful and tranquil enclosed pebble beach set below the dramatic backdrop of the Seven Sisters cliffs. Accessible from the pretty Sussex village of East Dean, the short drive to the beach offers wide views of the rolling Sussex downland. I combined my visit to the Seven Sisters Cliffs with Birling Gap and it was a day very well spent! Step out and enjoy big skies and coastal landscapes throughout the year. A perfect spot to enjoy big skies, seascapes, changing colours and quiet walks. There are also plenty of family activities to take! #mytripvlog #tripblazers