Walks and outdoor events in Seaford

A 1.5-hour boat tour from Newhaven Marina along the Sussex coastline to the famous Seven Sisters chalk cliffs. See the iconic white cliffs from the water, spot seals, porpoises, and seabirds, and enjoy the turquoise Sussex waters. Minimum 4 passengers required. Children welcome from age 2.

A one-hour evening cruise from Newhaven Marina tracking the sunset as it moves through summer, passing through Seaford Bay to reach the Seven Sisters Cliffs with views of seals, porpoises, and seabirds. Departure times vary throughout summer to follow the natural sunset.

A serene one-hour evening boat cruise departing from Newhaven Marina, travelling past Seaford Bay to the Seven Sisters Cliffs as the sun sets over the horizon. Passengers are welcome to bring drinks on board and the trip offers excellent wildlife viewing opportunities including seals and seabirds. Departure times vary throughout summer to align with sunset hours.

A thrilling 40-minute RIB boat ride from Newhaven to the Seven Sisters cliffs and back, set to classic rock anthems and focused on high-energy coastal views. Family-friendly for ages 4 and above; up to 11 passengers. Book via the Maverick Boat Adventures website.

A 1.5-hour luxury RIB voyage along the Sussex coastline past Seaford Bay to the iconic white chalk Seven Sisters cliffs, with opportunities to spot seals, porpoise, and seabirds. Departures from Newhaven Marina throughout summer.

An enchanting guided walk from the valleys to the views, taking in some of the finest vistas of the area around Alfriston and the South Downs. Booking advised via the National Trust website.

A 5.5-mile circular walk from East Dean via Crowlink and three of the Seven Sisters, with a stop at Birling Gap. The route includes 720 feet of ascent through iconic chalk cliff scenery. Dogs welcome on leads, and refreshments are available at the cafe afterwards.

A free volunteering day for ages 16-25 featuring guided nature walks and hands-on habitat management to support the ongoing nature recovery projects at Seven Sisters. Public transport and lunch costs reimbursed.

A women's R&B soundtracked group hike along the Seven Sisters cliffs, setting off from Seaford. Expect good company, sea air and stunning coastal views.

Hard-difficulty 20km coastal walk along Seven Sisters chalk cliffs from Seaford to Eastbourne, with a stop at Birling Gap cafe. Ages 18 and above.

A strenuous 19 mile walk from Lewes to Seaford along the South Downs Way, finishing in Seaford with optional sea swimming and refreshments.

Discover fourteen beautiful gardens across Seaford, with 7 gardens open on this date. Tickets and maps available from any participating garden on the day.

Guided 8-mile wellbeing walk for women exploring burnout and systemic pressures, led by Dr Felicity Butler. Includes nature connection activities and practical self-care tools.

Social coastal hiking experience along iconic Seven Sisters cliffs with stunning sea views. Departs from Whitechapel, East London. Guides provided.

A guided community walk exploring Sussex scenery and heritage, starting from the Wilmington Long Man and looping via the Cuckmere valley. The route passes through a sacred landscape, a meandering river path, and remnants of a lost castle. Led by an experienced community guide.

Scenic coastal hiking experience covering the full stretch of the Seven Sisters chalk cliffs with dramatic sea views and rolling coastal hills. Moderate fitness required.

Slow, sensory guided forest bathing session through the ancient beech and pine of Friston Forest. Lead by Inspired by Nature, ~2.5 hours, gentle pace.

Women-only midsummer celebration combining a Seven Sisters coastal hike with paddleboarding on the Cuckmere Meanders and SUP yoga. All paddleboard equipment included.

90-minute guided evening walk through East Dean village with stories of local ghosts and smugglers, including the Black Monk and headless smuggler. Approximately 1.2 miles at a moderate pace.

A free ranger-led guided walk through Seven Sisters Country Park exploring the local flora, fauna, and iconic chalk cliffs, concluding with locally produced wine or soft drinks and a conversation about legacy giving to the South Downs. Mobility scooters available on request.

An afternoon legacy walk at Seven Sisters Country Park exploring conservation work across the landscape.

A legacy event hosted at Seven Sisters Country Park exploring conservation and the work of the park. This is the morning session.

Relaxed women's business networking gathering at The View at Seaford Head. Make new connections and share your business.

A hands-on grassland management day learning traditional scything with Ranger Lawrence at Seven Sisters Country Park.

Open gardens weekend in the village of Lullington with a classic car show (MX-5 Owners Club gathering).

Guided butterfly walk led by biodiversity educationalist Dr Dan Danahar, covering identification, ecology, and citizen science recording. Family-friendly with moderate terrain.

Join Ranger Lawrence for a traditional meadow management day at Seven Sisters, learning scything techniques to cut and collect coarse grass from wildflower meadows, supporting biodiversity without heavy machinery.

Two-hour guided birdwatching with Ranger Tim Squire, binoculars provided. Part of the ReNature Festival with scything, mindfulness, photography walks, and willow weaving also on site.

24km guided walk through Alfriston, along the Cuckmere River, over Seaford Head, and finishing at Seaford with views of the Seven Sisters cliffs.

Six private Seaford gardens open their gates for the National Garden Scheme, with a diverse range of planting styles on show. Tea, coffee and cake available, children free.

Open gardens weekend in the village of Lullington with a classic car show (MX-5 Owners Club gathering).

Join Ranger Laura for a morning chalk grassland walk learning the basics of wildflower identification during peak flowering season. Discover delicate chalk grassland species and their ecological importance through different identification techniques.

Legendary 16-mile challenge hiking the Seven Sisters hills twice, covering 750m of ascent across the chalk cliffs. Departs London Victoria.

90-minute guided evening walk through East Dean village with stories of local ghosts, smugglers, and shipwrecks along the ancient smugglers track called Went Way. Approximately 1.2 miles at a moderate pace.

Seven private Seaford gardens open their gates for the National Garden Scheme with a huge range of different planting styles. Tea, coffee, ice cream and cake available, children free.

A fascinating guided walk taking in the beautiful views over the South Downs, exploring the area's history of smuggling and wartime aviation. Booking advised via the National Trust website.

Five private gardens north of the A259 in Seaford open for the National Garden Scheme. Tickets and maps available at each participating garden; dogs welcome on leads.

An illustrated talk by Sussex Naturalist Michael Blencowe, followed by a visit to a downland valley to examine the previous night's moth survey. Offers wildlife photography opportunities and close encounters with local moth species.

A free volunteering day for ages 16-25 featuring guided nature walks and hands-on habitat management to support the ongoing nature recovery projects at Seven Sisters. Public transport and lunch costs reimbursed.

Local naturalist Michael Blencowe leads a wildlife survey of Martello Fields to discover what wildlife lives in apparently lifeless recreation grounds. Part of the Seaford Biodiversity Project, this is a hands-on outdoor session welcoming all ages.

90-minute guided evening walk through East Dean village with stories of local ghosts, smugglers, and shipwrecks along the ancient smugglers track called Went Way. Approximately 1.2 miles at a moderate pace.

Step out into the landscape with Ranger Tim Squire to spot and identify the beautiful butterflies bringing the chalk grasslands to life. A guided walk exploring the butterfly species dependent on this precious chalk grassland habitat.

Five-mile clifftop hike from Birling Gap to Eastbourne incorporating dhikr and reflection, finishing at Cafe Joon with a drink and toastie included.

90-minute guided evening walk through East Dean village with stories of local ghosts, smugglers, and shipwrecks along the ancient smugglers track called Went Way. Approximately 1.2 miles at a moderate pace.

90-minute guided evening walk through East Dean village with stories of local ghosts, smugglers, and shipwrecks along the ancient smugglers track called Went Way. Approximately 1.2 miles at a moderate pace.

Sussex naturalist Michael Blencowe leads a guided walk and talk identifying butterflies in their natural habitat across the Seven Sisters landscape. Wear weather appropriate clothing, booking required via Eventbrite.

90-minute guided evening walk through East Dean village with stories of local ghosts, smugglers, and shipwrecks along the ancient smugglers track called Went Way. Approximately 1.2 miles at a moderate pace.

Watch the Eastbourne International Airshow from the water on a dedicated 3-hour cruise from Newhaven Marina on Day 2 of the airshow. See spectacular aircraft displays from a unique on-water vantage point. Suitable for ages 4 and above.

A free volunteering day for ages 16-25 featuring guided nature walks and hands-on habitat management to support the ongoing nature recovery projects at Seven Sisters. Public transport and lunch costs reimbursed.

Watch the Eastbourne International Airshow from the water on a dedicated 3-hour cruise from Newhaven Marina on Day 3 of the airshow. An exceptional on-water vantage point for the aerial displays. Suitable for ages 4 and above.

Watch the Eastbourne International Airshow from the water on a dedicated 3-hour cruise from Newhaven Marina on the final day of the airshow. A stunning on-water experience with the chalk cliffs as a backdrop. Suitable for ages 4 and above.

A 5.7-mile guided walk climbing up the valley to the top of the Downs with panoramic views over the Rathfinny estate and High and Over, descending back along the Cuckmere River to Alfriston. Two knowledgeable local guides accompany the group. Booking essential and sturdy footwear required.

An enchanting guided walk from the valleys to the views taking in the South Downs scenery, passing local vineyards and enjoying panoramic vistas across the Cuckmere Valley and beyond.

90-minute guided evening walk through East Dean village with stories of local ghosts, smugglers, and shipwrecks along the ancient smugglers track called Went Way. Approximately 1.2 miles at a moderate pace.

90-minute guided evening walk through East Dean village with stories of local ghosts, smugglers, and shipwrecks along the ancient smugglers track called Went Way. Approximately 1.2 miles at a moderate pace.

A 9-day orchard experience inviting visitors to wander through the Clergy House orchard and discover fascinating apple myths and folklore from throughout the ages. No booking required and the event runs daily during venue opening hours.

90-minute guided evening walk through East Dean village with stories of local ghosts, smugglers, and shipwrecks along the ancient smugglers track called Went Way. Approximately 1.2 miles at a moderate pace.

CPRE Sussex celebrates its centenary with a family day at Seven Sisters featuring nature-themed crafts (lantern making, clay creatures, leaf printing), three guided nature walks at 10:30, 11:30, and 14:00, and an afternoon talk on 100 years of countryside protection complete with birthday cake.

A 5 mile guided walk from the Cuckmere Valley floor up to the Downs, taking in sweeping views of the area with two local guides. Booking required via the National Trust tickets website.