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Fulking Hill

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Fulking Hill

View from the South Downs near Devil's Dyke The South Downs is one of the four areas of chalk downland in southern England. They extend from the eastern side of Hampshire through Sussex, culminating in the cliffs at Beachy Head. The South Downs is England's newest National Park, its designation taking effect on March 31, 2010. There are many Sites of Special Scientific Interest within the park. The area is relatively unpopulated, although along its southern periphery there is an almost uninterrupted ribbon of seaside towns. It is extremely popular with walkers, having one principal long distance footpath, the South Downs Way, and many interconnecting ones. There are three principal gaps in the upland through which rivers flow; and there are also many dry valleys along its length. The South Downs have a long history; there are archaeological remains from Neolithic times. Until the middle of the 20th century, sheep-rearing was the main occupation of those living on the Downs. At 886ft, Butser Hill is the highest point of the South Downs. Extract from Wikipedia <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/South_Downs" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/South_Downs">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
View from the South Downs near Devil's Dyke Credit: Mat Fascione

Fulking Hill is a prominent hill located in the South Downs National Park in Sussex, England. It is situated approximately 8 miles north of the coastal city of Brighton and Hove. With an elevation of 207 meters (679 feet), it is not considered a mountain but rather a hill.

The hill is known for its picturesque views and is a popular destination for hikers, walkers, and nature enthusiasts. Visitors can enjoy panoramic vistas of the surrounding countryside, including the expansive South Downs landscape, the English Channel, and the rolling hills of Sussex.

Fulking Hill is characterized by its gentle slopes and grassy terrain, which make it relatively easy to navigate. The hill is covered in a patchwork of fields, hedgerows, and woodlands, providing a diverse habitat for a variety of wildlife. It is not uncommon to spot birds of prey, such as buzzards and kestrels, soaring above the hill.

At the summit of Fulking Hill, there is a trig point, which is a concrete pillar used in surveying. This point serves as a marker and offers a reference for determining distances and directions in the surrounding area.

The hill is well-connected to a network of footpaths and trails, making it easily accessible to visitors. It is a popular starting point for longer hikes, including the South Downs Way, a long-distance footpath that spans 100 miles from Winchester to Eastbourne.

Overall, Fulking Hill provides a tranquil escape into nature and offers breathtaking views of the Sussex countryside, making it a must-visit destination in the area.

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View from the South Downs near Devil's Dyke The South Downs is one of the four areas of chalk downland in southern England. They extend from the eastern side of Hampshire through Sussex, culminating in the cliffs at Beachy Head. The South Downs is England's newest National Park, its designation taking effect on March 31, 2010. There are many Sites of Special Scientific Interest within the park. The area is relatively unpopulated, although along its southern periphery there is an almost uninterrupted ribbon of seaside towns. It is extremely popular with walkers, having one principal long distance footpath, the South Downs Way, and many interconnecting ones. There are three principal gaps in the upland through which rivers flow; and there are also many dry valleys along its length. The South Downs have a long history; there are archaeological remains from Neolithic times. Until the middle of the 20th century, sheep-rearing was the main occupation of those living on the Downs. At 886ft, Butser Hill is the highest point of the South Downs. Extract from Wikipedia <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/South_Downs" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/South_Downs">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
View from the South Downs near Devil's Dyke
The South Downs is one of the four areas of chalk downland in southern England. They extend from the eastern side of Hampshire through Sussex, culminating in the cliffs at Beachy Head. The South Downs is England's newest National Park, its designation taking effect on March 31, 2010. There are many Sites of Special Scientific Interest within the park. The area is relatively unpopulated, although along its southern periphery there is an almost uninterrupted ribbon of seaside towns. It is extremely popular with walkers, having one principal long distance footpath, the South Downs Way, and many interconnecting ones. There are three principal gaps in the upland through which rivers flow; and there are also many dry valleys along its length. The South Downs have a long history; there are archaeological remains from Neolithic times. Until the middle of the 20th century, sheep-rearing was the main occupation of those living on the Downs. At 886ft, Butser Hill is the highest point of the South Downs. Extract from Wikipedia LinkExternal link
The Royal Oak at Poynings There has been a Royal Oak on this site in Poynings since the 1880’s.
The Royal Oak at Poynings
There has been a Royal Oak on this site in Poynings since the 1880’s.
Devil's Dyke View Point Devil's Dyke is a V-shaped valley on the South Downs Way in southern England, near Brighton and Hove. It is part of the Southern England Chalk Formation. The 300-foot-deep valley was carved by tremendous amounts of water running off the Downs during the last Ice Age when large amounts of snow thawed and the frozen chalk prevented any further absorption; erosion was aided by the freeze-thaw cycle and the valley was deepened by the 'sludging' of the saturated chalk <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Devil%27s_Dyke,_Sussex" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Devil%27s_Dyke,_Sussex">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Devil's Dyke View Point
Devil's Dyke is a V-shaped valley on the South Downs Way in southern England, near Brighton and Hove. It is part of the Southern England Chalk Formation. The 300-foot-deep valley was carved by tremendous amounts of water running off the Downs during the last Ice Age when large amounts of snow thawed and the frozen chalk prevented any further absorption; erosion was aided by the freeze-thaw cycle and the valley was deepened by the 'sludging' of the saturated chalk LinkExternal link
Ferns near the bottom of Devil's Dyke
Ferns near the bottom of Devil's Dyke
Forge Garage - old filling-station paraphernalia
Forge Garage - old filling-station paraphernalia
Devils Dyke from North Hill One of the most spectacular dry valleys in the South Downs.
Devils Dyke from North Hill
One of the most spectacular dry valleys in the South Downs.
Fulking - from the South Downs This is a cross-grid shot. The camera was in the square to the south.
Fulking - from the South Downs
This is a cross-grid shot. The camera was in the square to the south.
Tree and reflection A collection of photographs taken around midday by Geographers from all over Britain and Ireland. See all the images on the map: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/stuff/xmas.php?year=2022" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/stuff/xmas.php?year=2022">Link</a>
Tree and reflection
A collection of photographs taken around midday by Geographers from all over Britain and Ireland. See all the images on the map: Link
Inscription by the spring
Inscription by the spring
Devil's Dyke The day after Boxing Day 2022, one which began wet and gloomily before brightening before clouding over and getting quite chilly.
Devil's Dyke
The day after Boxing Day 2022, one which began wet and gloomily before brightening before clouding over and getting quite chilly.
View west over Poynings from North Hill Chanctonbury Ring can be seen in the distance.
View west over Poynings from North Hill
Chanctonbury Ring can be seen in the distance.
Viewpoint at Devil's Dyke Devil's Dyke is a V-shaped valley on the South Downs Way in southern England, near Brighton and Hove. It is part of the Southern England Chalk Formation. The 300-foot-deep valley was carved by tremendous amounts of water running off the Downs during the last Ice Age when large amounts of snow thawed and the frozen chalk prevented any further absorption; erosion was aided by the freeze-thaw cycle and the valley was deepened by the 'sludging' of the saturated chalk <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Devil%27s_Dyke,_Sussex" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Devil%27s_Dyke,_Sussex">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Viewpoint at Devil's Dyke
Devil's Dyke is a V-shaped valley on the South Downs Way in southern England, near Brighton and Hove. It is part of the Southern England Chalk Formation. The 300-foot-deep valley was carved by tremendous amounts of water running off the Downs during the last Ice Age when large amounts of snow thawed and the frozen chalk prevented any further absorption; erosion was aided by the freeze-thaw cycle and the valley was deepened by the 'sludging' of the saturated chalk LinkExternal link
Devil's Dyke Country Pub & Dining
Devil's Dyke Country Pub & Dining
Trig point at Devil's Dyke Devil's Dyke is a V-shaped valley on the South Downs Way in southern England, near Brighton and Hove. It is part of the Southern England Chalk Formation. The 300-foot-deep valley was carved by tremendous amounts of water running off the Downs during the last Ice Age when large amounts of snow thawed and the frozen chalk prevented any further absorption; erosion was aided by the freeze-thaw cycle and the valley was deepened by the 'sludging' of the saturated chalk <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Devil%27s_Dyke,_Sussex" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Devil%27s_Dyke,_Sussex">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Trig point at Devil's Dyke
Devil's Dyke is a V-shaped valley on the South Downs Way in southern England, near Brighton and Hove. It is part of the Southern England Chalk Formation. The 300-foot-deep valley was carved by tremendous amounts of water running off the Downs during the last Ice Age when large amounts of snow thawed and the frozen chalk prevented any further absorption; erosion was aided by the freeze-thaw cycle and the valley was deepened by the 'sludging' of the saturated chalk LinkExternal link
View through a window A derelict building at Devil's Dyke, with a view through the window towards Fulking.
View through a window
A derelict building at Devil's Dyke, with a view through the window towards Fulking.
View from Devil's Dyke across the Low Weald
View from Devil's Dyke across the Low Weald
The South Downs near Fulking The South Downs is one of the four areas of chalk downland in southern England. They extend from the eastern side of Hampshire through Sussex, culminating in the cliffs at Beachy Head. The South Downs is England's newest National Park, its designation taking effect on March 31, 2010. There are many Sites of Special Scientific Interest within the park. The area is relatively unpopulated, although along its southern periphery there is an almost uninterrupted ribbon of seaside towns. It is extremely popular with walkers, having one principal long distance footpath, the South Downs Way, and many interconnecting ones. There are three principal gaps in the upland through which rivers flow; and there are also many dry valleys along its length. The South Downs have a long history; there are archaeological remains from Neolithic times. Until the middle of the 20th century, sheep-rearing was the main occupation of those living on the Downs. At 886ft, Butser Hill is the highest point of the South Downs. Extract from Wikipedia <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/South_Downs" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/South_Downs">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
The South Downs near Fulking
The South Downs is one of the four areas of chalk downland in southern England. They extend from the eastern side of Hampshire through Sussex, culminating in the cliffs at Beachy Head. The South Downs is England's newest National Park, its designation taking effect on March 31, 2010. There are many Sites of Special Scientific Interest within the park. The area is relatively unpopulated, although along its southern periphery there is an almost uninterrupted ribbon of seaside towns. It is extremely popular with walkers, having one principal long distance footpath, the South Downs Way, and many interconnecting ones. There are three principal gaps in the upland through which rivers flow; and there are also many dry valleys along its length. The South Downs have a long history; there are archaeological remains from Neolithic times. Until the middle of the 20th century, sheep-rearing was the main occupation of those living on the Downs. At 886ft, Butser Hill is the highest point of the South Downs. Extract from Wikipedia LinkExternal link
Inside a derelict building at Devil's Dyke
Inside a derelict building at Devil's Dyke
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Fulking Hill is located at Grid Ref: TQ2510 (Lat: 50.882524, Lng: -0.22214644)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Mid Sussex

Police Authority: Sussex

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