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Mountains & hills · South East England

The Rails

In or near Alfriston.

🐾 Dog-friendly

The Rails — mountain in england south east. Elevation: 118 m.

Footpath from France Bottom to Alfriston - geograph.org.uk - 1986996

Andy Beecroft — 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
Mungo's Central Station · 3.2 km
  • Dog-friendly

About

The Rails is a mountain located in england south east. Elevation: 118 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.

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Protected designations

  • National Nature Reserve: SEVEN SISTERS

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

The Rails is a mountain located in South-East England. It is known for its rugged terrain and scenic views, making it a notable destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors can expect a variety of walking trails and climbing opportunities, suitable for different skill levels. The area provides a natural setting for those interested in hiking and exploring the British landscape.

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

Coordinates
50.8007, 0.1352
County
East Sussex
District
Wealden
Parish
Alfriston
Postcode
BN26 5TU
Parliamentary constituency
Lewes
Nearest railway station
Mungo's Central Station — 3.2 km

Sources

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Where to eat & stay near The Rails

Places to stay

The South Downs Way leaving Alfriston - geograph.org.uk - 3116007📷 5

Campsites · South East England

Alfriston Camping Park

Alfriston Camping Park — a campsite in england south east.

Bridleway from Alfriston - geograph.org.uk - 6442350📷 5

Caravan parks · South East England

Alfriston Camping Park

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Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston - geograph.org.uk - 3037611📷 7

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Deans Place

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The Star Inn sign - geograph.org.uk - 5026198📷 7

Hotels · South East England

Star Inn

Star Inn — a hotel in england south east.

↗ thestaralfriston.co.uk
The George Inn, Alfriston - geograph.org.uk - 2305998📷 7

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George Inn

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Places to eat & drink

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Frequently asked questions

Where is The Rails?
The Rails is in East Sussex, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode BN26 5TU), in the parish of Alfriston.
What is The Rails?
The Rails — mountain in england south east. Elevation: 118 m.
How do I get to The Rails?
The nearest railway station is Mungo's Central Station, about 3.2 km away. The nearest town is Alfriston. Drivers can use postcode BN26 5TU.
Is The Rails a protected site?
Yes — The Rails is part of the SEVEN SISTERS National Nature Reserve.
How do I get to The Rails?
The nearest railway station is Mungo's Central Station, about 3.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BN26 5TU.