Natural landmarks · South East England
Beachy Head
In or near Alfriston.
Beachy Head — natural landmark in england south east.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Eastbourne · 4.1 km
- Dog-friendly
About
Beachy Head is a natural landmark located in england south east. British cliffs and named natural rock outcrops recorded in OpenStreetMap.
Photo gallery
360° viewimagery from 2025
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Seaford to Beachy Head SSSI
- National Nature Reserve: SEVEN SISTERS
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Beachy Head is a prominent chalk headland located in South-East England, near Eastbourne. It is known for its striking white cliffs that rise dramatically above the English Channel. This natural landmark is part of the South Downs National Park and offers panoramic views of the coastline and sea. Beachy Head is also a popular spot for walking and exploring the surrounding landscape.
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- Coordinates
- 50.7382, 0.2495
- County
- East Sussex
- District
- Eastbourne
- Parish
- Eastbourne, unparished area
- Postcode
- BN20 7YA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Eastbourne
- Nearest railway station
- Eastbourne — 4.1 km
Sources
- osm: n359524577 (ODbL)
- wikidata: Q812895 (CC0)
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Mountain bike trails · 2.6 km
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Viewpoints · 3.2 km
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Manor houses · 3.3 km
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Places to stay
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Places to eat & drink
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Beachy Head?
- Beachy Head is in East Sussex, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode BN20 7YA), in the parish of Eastbourne, unparished area.
- What is Beachy Head?
- Beachy Head — natural landmark in england south east.
- How do I get to Beachy Head?
- The nearest railway station is Eastbourne, about 4.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode BN20 7YA.
- Is Beachy Head a protected site?
- Yes — Beachy Head is part of the Seaford to Beachy Head SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the SEVEN SISTERS National Nature Reserve.
- How do I get to Beachy Head?
- The nearest railway station is Eastbourne, about 4.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BN20 7YA.