Rurban Hike - Kemptown to Rottingdean

Rurban Hike - Kemptown to Rottingdean

Date - Tuesday 29th July 2025

Description - Another in our occasional series of ‘Rurban Hikes’ where we explore the countryside on the edge of the city & its suburbs.

Starting from the seaward side of the A259 opposite Paston Place we will walk through Kemptown to the downs and the Whitehawk Camp, the site of one of Britain’s earliest Stone Age monuments. From there we continue onwards and upwards to the outskirts of Woodingdean enjoying views over the vale of Bevendean before descending to Rottingdean to enjoy some refreshments.

For those with hip/knee issues there is an opt out/opt in point midway & an elevation profile available for anyone who is unsure of the hills.

Distance - 11.2 km / 7.0m approx (Break out /Opt In Point at Woodingdean)

Pace - Inclusive & Moderate

Elevation - 215m up & 207m down (Ask if you want the elevation profile)

Start time - 10:30 - 14:30 approx., depending on pace.

Meeting Point - Seaward side of the A259 opposite Paston Place & the Bristol Bar.
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Google Map Reference: RV8J+Q52 Brighton, United Kingdom
See also photos.

Refreshments - Grab a coffee on your way in, BYO On The Trail & after in Rottingdean

Lunch - BYO Lunch - On The Trail with great views

Loos - On The Trail & At The End (NB - Go b4 the Start Point!)

Getting There
Public Transport - Bus Numbers 12, 12A, 12X, 14, 27.
By Car - It’s Brighton! Some On Street & car parks - charges apply - Buy enough time!

Level, Hazards, & Conditions
One big climb at the start but we’ll wait and gather everyone before moving on.

Guidance
Who We Are & How We Do Things

Acceptance Of Risk
By RSVPing to an event you agree to having had the opportunity to have read all the following & to agree to abide by the guidelines. You accept that any activity such as walking comes with its own dangers & challenges and on that basis you accept responsibility for your own health & safety & will not compromise that of others. You agree that the Organisers and walk leader can be in no way held responsible for any injury incurred to you, your guests, or your or their dogs, in the course of the walk.
Our Ethos
We are an inclusive social hiking group with walkers of all abilities, fitness levels, and health statuses, whose walks are accessible by public transport.
We walk at an inclusive but moderate pace & like to stay together. Should we concertina, we will regather, allowing people to get their breath back before moving on, particularly on the climbs.
Please treat others as you would wish to be treated yourself.
There is ONE walk leader per walk to avoid confusion.
We run group walks, we start together, walk together, lunch together & finish together.
Cancellations & Delays
If you can't attend an event you have signed up for, please change your RSVP status to ‘Not Going’ as soon as possible, so no-one waits unnecessarily for you.
If you are going to be late, please message. Some Walk Leaders will provide their phone number if requested as Meetup messages can be delayed.
Not changing your RSVP status or informing the walk leader may result in your being removed from the group.
Leaving A Walk
If you have to leave a walk early, even for a short period, ensure the Walk Leader knows and has acknowledged that.
Becoming Ill Or Injured
If you become ill or injured during a hike, kindly inform the walk leader, or ask another walker to do so for you.
Kit & Provisions
Be appropriately clothed, booted, equipped & prepared for emergencies and have sufficient & appropriate drinks, food & snacks with you.
Pet Parents & Four Legged Members
Dogs are important members of our group and always very welcome, however on a lead around livestock please, for everyone's benefit.
Weather
The weather forecast can change, so keep an eye on Event Chat and messages in case the weather prompts a cancellation.
Finally
Have Fun!