Walk 6 – Bevendean Down short loop

Walk the Bevendean Down short loop to enjoy spectacular views. Find details about the walk and directions from the nearest bus stop.

About this walk

A chance to explore some beautiful tracks and valleys around Brighton’s eastern suburbs. Bevendean Down is a cluster of species-rich chalk grassland, scrub and woodland sites which have earned Local Nature Reserve (LNR) status.

The sloping hills are home to many species of wildflower and butterflies. 

Part of the route takes in the Falmer Road accessible path (tarmac surface).

Image credit to The Living Coast
Two people and a child exploring the countryside.

Map of Bevendean Down short loop

There are 2  maps you can use to navigate this route.

You can download and:

Directions

Bus number 48 at Heath Hill Avenue stop

  1. From the bus stop turn right up Heath Hill Avenue until you get to the bridleway entrance on you left. Go up this stone track and through a metal kissing gate.
  2. Continue on this stone track until you get to a 4 way junction and which you turn right and follow the bridleway, as it turns left towards the Falmer Road.
  3. At the Falmer Road, cross the road with care, and join the tarmac Falmer Road Path. Turn left and continue straight until you get to Falmer Village.
  4. Go through the chicane and turn left back towards the Falmer Road. Cross the road with care and continue straight down Village Way towards the Falmer Stadium and University.
  5. Before the university car park there is a gate and footpath to your left. Go through the gate and follow the field edge path with the woodland to your right. The path turns right and then left. Continue straight up the hill back to the four way junction (point 2).
  6. At the junction turn right and retrace your steps back to the bus stop on Heath Hill Avenue.

Useful information about this walk

Distance

4.6 miles

Estimated time

2 hours

Bus service

Number 48

Bus stop

Heath Hill Avenue Stop

Accessibility - surfacing and obstacles

Farm tracks (rutted in places), grass paths, tarmac section (Falmer Road Path). 

Bridleway gates, one kissing gate.

More information about our walks

Working landscapes

Many of these walks take you on paths across working farms.

To enjoy it respectfully and responsibly:

  • keep your dog on a lead or under close control
  • bin your litter and dog poo
  • do not disturb livestock and wildlife
  • keep to footpaths, bridleways, byways and access land (as directed)

South Downs National Park

Many of these walks are based on routes that were published by the South Downs Conservation Board, now the South Downs National Park. 

Go to their website for inspiration on walking routes in the Downs.