DAY 6
A stunning 13.1 mile route featuring panoramic views from Truleigh Hill, Devil’s Dyke, rolling chalk downs, Pyecombe village, Ditchling Beacon’s highpoint, and a final descent through open countryside to Housedean Farm near Lewes.
Route Overview
- Date: Thursday 3rd July
- Start: Truleigh Hill
- End: Housedean Farm
- Distance: 13.1 miles
- Terrain: Open chalk downland, steep valleys, ridgeline paths
- Difficulty: Moderate (some climbs, exposed sections)
- Highlights: Devil’s Dyke, Saddlescombe Farm, Pyecombe, Ditchling Beacon
- Water stops: The Transfiguration Church, Pyecombe
- Lunch stop: The Pink Pit Shop mobile cafe
- Accommodation: Housdean Farm campsite
Key Landmarks & Highlights
1. Truleigh Hill to Devil’s Dyke
- Leaves Truleigh Hill along an open ridgeline, offering vast views of the Weald and the coast.
- Passes Edburton Hill and Fulking Hill, rolling chalk slopes with historic remnants.
- Reaches Devil’s Dyke, a deep valley formed by glacial meltwaters, now a popular beauty spot.
2. Devil’s Dyke to Pyecombe
- A steep descent into Saddlescombe Farm, an old farming settlement with a National Trust café.
- Climbs West Hill, offering stunning panoramic views before descending into Pyecombe village.
- Passes Pyecombe Golf Course and crosses the A23.
3. Pyecombe to Housedean Farm
- Steady climb past Clayton Windmills (“Jack and Jill”), picturesque landmarks on the South Downs.
- Follows the high ridgeline past Ditchling Beacon, the highest point in East Sussex, famous hill on the London to Brighton cycle ride.
- A long descent through open fields leads to Housedean Farm Campsite our stop at the end of Day 6.
Day 6 Route
Day 6 Elevation
Day 6 Route detail with stops
You can see more details of Day 6 with our detailed route on Garmin Connect
Trail Experience
This section offers classic South Downs landscapes, with high ridges, deep valleys, and sweeping views. Devil’s Dyke and Ditchling Beacon are major highlights, and the route features a mix of steep climbs, open downland, and historic sites. The final descent to Housedean Farm marks a transition toward the eastern Downs.
