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No. 9008 · United Kingdom · Western Europe

Cuckmere Haven

50.76°N 0.15°E

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Overview

Cuckmere Haven is in United Kingdom.

Day Trips · Nature · Trekking

Before you go

Connectivity

Visitor Centre has information and shop. Mobile coverage is patchy in the valley. No public WiFi.

Parking

Seven Sisters car park: £3/2 hours, £4/day. Friston Forest car park: £2.30-£4.60. Forestry Commission membership available for £32/year.

Safety

Cliff edges are unstable and eroding. Fog descends quickly. Beach has submerged wreckage. Strong tides. Wear protective gear when fossil hunting.

Transport

Bus services connect Cuckmere Haven to Brighton (£4, 1.5 hours) and Eastbourne (£2, 30 minutes). No train station at the site; use Seaford as nearest rail access.

Weather

Weather can change rapidly in the valley. Dress in layers and be prepared for sudden fog, especially near the beach and cliffs.