BRIGHTON & BEACHY HEAD

PLAN FOR THE DAY

0800 We depart from Cambridge for the south coast. The journey takes us to the east of London, across the River Thames and into 'The Garden of England', the county of Kent. We stop for a comfort break before continuing our journey over the wooded hills of The Weald and down to the coast at Eastbourne. It's a steep climb up from there to the clifftop at Beachy Head.

1100 If the weather is good, we walk for an hour along the cliffs from Beachy Head down to the beach at Birling Gap. It's an easy walk, mostly on grass and almost all downhill! Time for some beachcombing, browsing the exhibition at the Visitor Centre, or resting with a coffee and cake in the cafe.

1300 It's off to Brighton, along the coast road through quaint villages, seaside resorts and small coastal ports.

1345 On arrival in Brighton there will be free time for lunch. What better place to try the British favourite, fish and chips! Head over to Brighton Pier for a stroll through the amusement arcades and great views back to the city from the sea.

During the afternoon explore the seafront, The Lanes, a labyrinth of narrow streets of antique and jewellery shops, and the Prince Regent's bizarre Royal Pavilion. Time to enter the Pavilion if you wish or head over to North Laine, the bohemian part of the city with its unique, independent shops and bustling cafes.

1730 Depart from Brighton.

2000 Arrive back in Cambridge.