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Mountains & hills · South East England

Perching Hill

In or near Hangleton.

🐾 Dog-friendly

Perching Hill — mountain in england south east. Elevation: 176 m.

Scarp slope of The South Downs descending towards Fulking - geograph.org.uk - 2403912

Trevor Littlewood — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–8 h
Best time of year
Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
Nearest railway station
Fishersgate · 5.6 km
  • Dog-friendly

About

Perching Hill is a mountain located in england south east. Elevation: 176 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.

Photo gallery

360° viewimagery from 2021

Imagery © Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0

Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Beeding Hill to Newtimber Hill SSSI
  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: High Weald

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Perching Hill is a mountain located in South-East England. It offers a range of outdoor activities, including walking and hiking trails that provide scenic views of the surrounding landscape. Visitors can expect a natural setting that is suitable for both casual strolls and more challenging walks. The area is a popular spot for those looking to enjoy the outdoors in a tranquil environment.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
50.8841, -0.2328
County
West Sussex
District
Mid Sussex
Parish
Fulking
Postcode
BN5 9NA
Parliamentary constituency
Mid Sussex
Nearest railway station
Fishersgate — 5.6 km

Sources

Other places nearby

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The South Downs Way, Perching Hill - geograph.org.uk - 1053860📷 5

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Fulking Village Sign

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Where to eat & stay near Perching Hill

Places to stay

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Campsites · South East England

YHA Truleigh Hill

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Hostels · South East England

YHA Truleigh Hill

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Shepherds Hut, Saddlescombe Farm - geograph.org.uk - 6192617📷 5

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Saddlescombe Campsite

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Parkwood

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Campsites · South East England

Hillside Scout Camp

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Caravan parks · South East England

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Places to eat & drink

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Historic pubs · South East England

Hangleton Manor

Hangleton Manor — Historic pub — listed building or notable heritage status.

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1960's photo of the High Street - geograph.org.uk - 3567717📷 5

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Historic pubs · South East England

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Inspecting The Memorial - geograph.org.uk - 6543500📷 7

Historic pubs · South East England

Red Lion Inn

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Church of St Mary de Haura, Shoreham-by-Sea - geograph.org.uk - 5149711📷 5

Historic pubs · South East England

The Royal Sovereign Public House

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The Star Inn, Steyning - geograph.org.uk - 4392093📷 5

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Perching Hill?
Perching Hill is in West Sussex, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode BN5 9NA), in the parish of Fulking.
What is Perching Hill?
Perching Hill — mountain in england south east. Elevation: 176 m.
How do I get to Perching Hill?
The nearest railway station is Fishersgate, about 5.6 km away. The nearest town is Hangleton. Drivers can use postcode BN5 9NA.
Is Perching Hill a protected site?
Yes — Perching Hill is part of the Beeding Hill to Newtimber Hill SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the High Weald National Landscape (AONB).
How do I get to Perching Hill?
The nearest railway station is Fishersgate, about 5.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BN5 9NA.