Cliffe Hill

Hill, Mountain in Sussex Lewes

England

Cliffe Hill

Chandlers Wharf development The re-development of Chandlers Wharf for riverside living
Chandlers Wharf development Credit: Marvin653

Cliffe Hill is a prominent hill located in Sussex, England. It is part of the South Downs National Park and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. Standing at an impressive elevation of 255 meters (837 feet), it is often referred to as a hill rather than a mountain due to its relatively low altitude.

The hill is known for its distinctive chalky white appearance, a characteristic feature of the South Downs. Cliffe Hill is covered in lush green grass and dotted with patches of vibrant wildflowers during the summer months. This creates a picturesque landscape that attracts visitors from far and wide.

The area surrounding Cliffe Hill is rich in biodiversity, with a variety of plant and animal species making it their home. The hill is particularly renowned for its diverse bird population, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

There are several walking trails and footpaths that wind their way up the hill, providing visitors with an opportunity to explore the pristine natural beauty of the area. On a clear day, it is possible to see as far as the English Channel from the summit of Cliffe Hill.

In addition to its natural beauty, Cliffe Hill also holds historical significance. It is believed to have been used as a defensive site during the Iron Age, and remnants of ancient hillforts can still be seen today.

Overall, Cliffe Hill offers a tranquil and idyllic setting where visitors can immerse themselves in nature and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Sussex countryside.

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Cliffe Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.877824/0.03681549 or Grid Reference TQ4310. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Chandlers Wharf development The re-development of Chandlers Wharf for riverside living
Chandlers Wharf development
The re-development of Chandlers Wharf for riverside living
View of the River Ouse meandering alongside the A26 near Lewes from the footpath leading from Chapel Hill to Lewes Golf Club Looking south-southeast.
View of the River Ouse meandering alongside the A26 near Lewes from the footpath leading from Chapel Hill to Lewes Golf Club
Looking south-southeast.
View of Lewes from the footpath leading from Chapel Hill to Lewes Golf Club Looking south-southwest.
View of Lewes from the footpath leading from Chapel Hill to Lewes Golf Club
Looking south-southwest.
View over the South Downs from the footpath leading from Chapel Hill to Lewes Golf Club Looking south.
View over the South Downs from the footpath leading from Chapel Hill to Lewes Golf Club
Looking south.
View over the South Downs from the footpath leading from Chapel Hill to Lewes Golf Club #2 Looking south-southwest.
View over the South Downs from the footpath leading from Chapel Hill to Lewes Golf Club #2
Looking south-southwest.
View over the South Downs from the footpath leading from Chapel Hill to Lewes Golf Club #3 Looking south-southeast.
View over the South Downs from the footpath leading from Chapel Hill to Lewes Golf Club #3
Looking south-southeast.
View over Bible Bottom from the path leading from Chapel Hill to Lewes Golf Club Looking south.
View over Bible Bottom from the path leading from Chapel Hill to Lewes Golf Club
Looking south.
View over the South Downs from the footpath leading from Chapel Hill to Lewes Golf Club #4 Looking south-southwest.
View over the South Downs from the footpath leading from Chapel Hill to Lewes Golf Club #4
Looking south-southwest.
View over Glynde from the footpath from Lewes Looking south-southeast.
View over Glynde from the footpath from Lewes
Looking south-southeast.
View over Glynde from the footpath from Lewes #2 Looking south-southeast.
View over Glynde from the footpath from Lewes #2
Looking south-southeast.
Old Boundary Marker at Saxon Cross Parish Boundary Marker at Saxon Cross, found fallen beside a footpath on Saxon Down between the opera house and a golf club. Inscribed G, M and R on three faces. On the former boundary of Glynde, South Malling and Ringmer parishes, then Glynde, South Malling Without and Ringmer parishes from 1894, but since 1984 just Glynd and Ringmer parishes. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3134471" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3134471">Link</a>.

Milestone Society National ID: SX_GLYRIN01pb
Old Boundary Marker at Saxon Cross
Parish Boundary Marker at Saxon Cross, found fallen beside a footpath on Saxon Down between the opera house and a golf club. Inscribed G, M and R on three faces. On the former boundary of Glynde, South Malling and Ringmer parishes, then Glynde, South Malling Without and Ringmer parishes from 1894, but since 1984 just Glynd and Ringmer parishes. See also Link. Milestone Society National ID: SX_GLYRIN01pb
Harvey's Brewery in Lewes The signs proclaim that Harvey's have been brewing since 1790, but the building here is from 1881. Seen from the pedestrian bridge over the River Ouse.
Harvey's Brewery in Lewes
The signs proclaim that Harvey's have been brewing since 1790, but the building here is from 1881. Seen from the pedestrian bridge over the River Ouse.
Harvey's Brewery Shop On the corner of Cliffe High Street.
Harvey's Brewery Shop
On the corner of Cliffe High Street.
Bridge House in Lewes A number of cottages brought together as one house, and now a link between Harvey's Brewery and the Brewery shop on Cliffe High Street.
Bridge House in Lewes
A number of cottages brought together as one house, and now a link between Harvey's Brewery and the Brewery shop on Cliffe High Street.
Bags of Books Children's bookshop on the corner of Chapel Hill and South Street.
Bags of Books
Children's bookshop on the corner of Chapel Hill and South Street.
Chapel Hill in Lewes A steep climb from Cliffe to the Golf Club and paths to Caburn.
Chapel Hill in Lewes
A steep climb from Cliffe to the Golf Club and paths to Caburn.
On the way to Oxteddle The path from Lewes leads through the Southerham reserve managed by the Sussex Wildlife Trust.
On the way to Oxteddle
The path from Lewes leads through the Southerham reserve managed by the Sussex Wildlife Trust.
The descent to Oxteddle Bottom Not a house in sight! On the path from Lewes to Glynde that passes Oxteddle Bottom.
The descent to Oxteddle Bottom
Not a house in sight! On the path from Lewes to Glynde that passes Oxteddle Bottom.
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Cliffe Hill is located at Grid Ref: TQ4310 (Lat: 50.877824, Lng: 0.03681549)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Lewes

Police Authority: Sussex

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Located within 500m of 50.877824,0.03681549
Cliffe Hill
Ele: 164
Natural: peak
Source: NPE
Wikidata: Q5132827
Wikipedia: en:Cliffe Hill
Lat/Long: 50.8781211/0.0370332
Bench
Lat/Long: 50.880547/0.032163
Bench
Lat/Long: 50.87799/0.0431643
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 50.8755562/0.0376045
Bench
Backrest: no
Colour: brown
Material: wood
Seats: 3
Lat/Long: 50.8782961/0.0346044
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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