Walks and outdoor events in Seaford

An evening RIB cruise along the Sussex coast to view the Seven Sisters cliffs as the sky fills with sunset colours. Departure times vary through the summer to track the changing sunset. Runs 1 hour, up to 11 passengers, all ages, with wildlife more active at dusk (seals, porpoise, seabirds).

A 90 minute cruise from Newhaven Marina along the Sussex coast past Tide Mills, Seaford Bay, Splash Point, Hope Gap and Cuckmere Haven to the Seven Sisters cliffs, with tales of the area's smuggling past and wildlife spotting for seals, porpoises and seabirds. Weather permitting, passengers can swim beneath the cliffs. Up to 11 passengers on a luxury Italian RIB, ages 2 and up, bookable daily through 11 October.

A relaxing one hour evening cruise from Newhaven Marina past Seaford Bay to the Seven Sisters cliffs at sunset. Keep an eye out for seals, porpoise and seabirds, often more active in the evening light, and feel free to bring a drink aboard. Runs on Friday and Saturday evenings through the season, with the departure time tracking sunset (8pm in July, moving to 6pm by late September). Up to 11 passengers, all ages. Booking essential.

Naturalist, broadcaster and RSPB and WWT ambassador Lucy Lapwing returns to Seaford for a morning session on the Esplanade, with bird identification, bug hunting and moths from the overnight trap. Part of a full day of free Lucy Lapwing events organised by Seaford Action for Nature.

An after hours open evening at Alfriston Gardens nursery on the edge of the Cuckmere Valley, with the plant areas open into the twilight. Booking through Eventbrite.

Practical conservation session for young people at Seven Sisters Country Park, working alongside the ranger team on nature recovery tasks.

A 14 mile linear coastal walk from Seaford to Eastbourne on Airshow weekend, organised by Brighton Outdoor Society. Meeting details visible to Meetup group members.

A 10km coastal walk over the Seven Sisters to Birling Gap with beach stops along the way and an optional swim. Organised by the Hike/Walk Together Meetup group.

An early start group walk across the Seven Sisters timed to reach Eastbourne for the airshow. Organised by the Hike Together Meetup group. Booking required.

An enchanting guided walk from Alfriston Clergy House taking in vineyards and some of the best views over the South Downs. The route travels from the valley floor up to elevated viewpoints. Booking is required.

A guided walk around the village of Alfriston uncovering its hidden history, from Saxon times to the present day.

A guided 14 mile (22km) hike along the Seven Sisters chalk cliffs, starting from Seaford and following the South Downs Way past Cuckmere Haven, Birling Gap and Belle Tout Lighthouse to finish in Eastbourne. Graded intermediate to challenging with 580m of ascent and 5.5 to 6.5 hours of walking. The group meets at London Victoria at 08:20 and travels down by train, which is included in the price.

A sociable group hike starting from the Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters car park, taking in the cliff tops and big Channel views. Suitable for anyone comfortable with a few hours on their feet.

An organised day trip out to the Seven Sisters cliffs with NextWay, walking the chalk cliff tops above Cuckmere Haven. An easy option if you would rather someone else handled the logistics.

A guided 22km hike along the Seven Sisters cliff-top route from Seaford to Eastbourne, passing the Martello Tower, Cuckmere Haven, Birling Gap and Beachy Head. Rated hard, about 5.5 to 6.5 hours with 340m of ascent. The group meets at London Victoria and travels down by train.

A guided walk around the village of Alfriston uncovering its hidden history, from Saxon times to the present day.

A high impact 30 kilometre point to point hike from Seaford to Eastbourne taking in Seaford Head, the Cuckmere Valley, the Litlington White Horse, the Seven Sisters and Beachy Head. The group gathers at London Victoria station at 08:30 before heading to the coast.

A guided forest bathing session in Friston Forest. Slow down, breathe deeply and feel restored among the trees.

Spend a day with Ranger Lawrence learning traditional scything technique and helping manage the chalk grassland at Seven Sisters Country Park. Booking required.

A guided mindfulness session set in the landscape of Seven Sisters Country Park, starting from the Visitor Centre at Exceat. Booked through Eventbrite.

CPRE Sussex hosts a countryside day at Seven Sisters Country Park with stalls, walks and activities celebrating the Sussex landscape.

A guided 22km coastal hike from Seaford to Eastbourne following the South Downs Way, passing Cuckmere Haven, the Seven Sisters white cliffs, and Beachy Head, with opportunities for sea swimming in summer. Organised by Club Hiking in London, meeting at London Victoria and taking the train to Seaford; hike starts at Seaford Station.

A gentler guided wellbeing walk for women at Seven Sisters, taking in the coastline at a relaxed pace with space to talk and reflect.

A 9 mile weekday walk starting from Seaford, following the coast to the Cuckmere River with views of the Litlington White Horse, then along the river to the historic village of Alfriston for a stop in one of its old pubs before catching the 125 bus to Lewes. Walkers meet at London Victoria at 09:15 for the 09:54 train, arriving at Seaford at 11:19. Walkers should manage 2.5 miles per hour and bring a packed lunch.

A guided 14 mile hike along the famous Seven Sisters cliffs from Seaford to Eastbourne, passing Birling Gap and the Belle Tout Lighthouse. The group meets at London Victoria station at 08:20 for the train to Seaford; the £33 fee includes the guided hike and return train.

Feeling drained or overextended? A guided hike exploring burnout and its deeper roots along the stunning Seven Sisters cliffs.

A challenging guided 30km hike from Lewes across the South Downs ridges and dry valleys, with distant views of the Seven Sisters cliffs, finishing on the beach at Seaford near its 1810 Martello Tower. The group meets at London Victoria Station and the price includes the guided hike and return train travel.

A guided walk climbing from the Cuckmere valley floor up onto the downs above Alfriston.

Feeling drained or overextended? A guided hike exploring burnout and its deeper roots along the stunning Seven Sisters cliffs.

A guided walk from Alfriston Clergy House through the Dean and Winchester countryside.

Practical conservation session for young people at Seven Sisters Country Park, working alongside the ranger team on nature recovery tasks across the park. Part of the monthly South Downs Youth Action programme. Booking required.

Practical conservation day for young people at Seven Sisters Country Park, working alongside the ranger team on nature recovery tasks across the park.