Devil S Dyke

A striking chalk valley on the South Downs offering some of the finest views in southern England, with vistas stretching 40 miles on clear days. This dramatic landscape features ancient earthworks, rare chalk grassland wildlife, and excellent walking trails, making it one of Brighton's most popular natural attractions for both locals and visitors. It sits below the headline sights but earns its place on a longer visit to Brighton, especially paired with nearby South Downs National Park. Tickets cost Free, parking charges apply and 2-4 hours is enough to see everything without rushing.

Priority: Medium - include with 2+ days Time needed: 2-4 hours Best for: striking panoramic views Skip if: You have mobility issues or fear of heights Cost: Free, parking charges apply

You'll stand on the edge of a dramatic chalk escarpment with the deep valley plunging below and rolling countryside extending to the horizon. The steep-sided valley creates natural amphitheater acoustics, while ancient burial mounds remind you of thousands of years of human history.

Accessibility: Accessible viewing areas near car park, challenging terrain for extended walks

striking panoramic views and dramatic natural landscape just minutes from Brighton. It is not the first thing you should see in Brighton, but with two or more days it fills a gap the major sights leave. It pairs naturally with South Downs National Park and Jack And Jill Windmills - together they fill a solid half-day. Afternoon tends to work best here.

Skip if: You have mobility issues or fear of heights

• Bring warm clothing as it's exposed and windy.
• Visit the pub for refreshments and local atmosphere.
• Best views from the higher walking trails.

Insider tip: Early morning visits often reward you with striking cloud inversions in the valley

Exceptional panoramic viewpoints, sunset photography opportunities, hang-glider action shots