SUMMER SUMMIT – Lewes to Eastbourne (36km) / Demanding

VERY HILLY CHALLENGE WALK
23 mi (36 km) / 1,300m ascent / Demanding (5 paws)
Link - HIKE GRADINGS EXPLAINED
Link - TRAIL PHOTOS

Summer Summit is not named lightly, this beasty walk takes us on a dizzying adventure, up steep ascents & down again, through twisty dense woodland, with rest stops in quaint, charismatic and charming villages, before we culminate the day’s events with a spectacular assault of the Seven Sisters (not all, but enough to delight the senses).

The ultimate mid-summer challenge.

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FITNESS REQUIRED
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VERY STRONG - capable of climbing/descending multiple, potentially steep hills at a fast pace with restricted rest time.

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MEETING POINT
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Meet at the ‘MAIN ENTRANCE/EXIT’ to Lewes Station (top of the stairs), no later than specified start time.

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DAY STRUCTURE
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Extended break for lunch / Afternoon & walk end pub stops (Optional).

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HIKE HIGHLIGHTS
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(#) Conquer sections of the majestic Seven Sisters coastal path
(#) Stunning panoramic views of the South Downs & English Channel
(#) Venture into the depths of captivating woodland
(#) Walk sections of the South Downs Way
(#) Visit traditional, character rich, rural countryside villages & pubs.

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TRAVEL
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VICTORIA STATION
Train Ticket – ‘Return to Eastbourne’

(Note): Linear walk – start point from Lewes Station, NOT Eastbourne.

8:24 – (Train)
9:30 – (START WALK)

19:00 – (Estimated Finish, NO GUARANTEES!)

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COST & PAYMENT - £10
Includes guided hike / Excludes train ticket
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RSVP then either:

A) PAYPAL – to @tukitiger using the ‘Friends & Family' option

B) BANK TRANSFER

Name: JAMES WASMUTH
Sort Code #: 07 01 16
Acc #: 02162841

Link - PAYMENT TERMS

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WHAT TO BRING
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• Torch (Autumn/Winter hikes)
• Sit mat
• Outdoor wear – basic technical clothing & equipment
• AVOID - jeans
• Waterproofs (rain forecast?)
• Footwear – recommend ankle support hiking boots, not essential
• Packed Lunch (high energy snacks possibly)
• Water – 1 to 2 litres
• Vaseline (good for avoiding blisters)

Link - HIKE KIT LIST

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SAFETY
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This hike is led by an experienced hike leader & qualified Outdoor Activity First Aider. Outdoor activities involve a risk of personal injury.

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TERMS & CONDITIONS
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By signing up to or attending this event you are confirming you agree to our ‘T&C's'.
Link - TERMS & CONDITIONS

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