If you live in a London apartment or if you are just going to be visiting, then you may be interested to know that there are many opportunities for hiking near London. The hiking experience that you will get near London is very different to that of the experience that you may get if you were to hike near your Rome apartments or Amsterdam apartments. For one, the weather in England is very temperamental. Be sure to take a good waterproof coat with you, and you should be sure to we’re hiking shoes that will be safe to we’re if you re hiking in rain, or on soil that has recently been exposed to rain, as it is possible that you could slip on wet mud and even be injured as a result. If you are sure that you will be well equipped for safety when you visit London, then read on for some of the best places to go hiking near the area.
One of the most easy hiking trails n Britain is to be found on the coastline of Eastbourne. Eastbourne is a coastal area and you will be able to enjoy one of the easiest hiking experiences that you will find anywhere in the UK. Because Eastbourne is coastal, there are plenty of cliff top walks for those who aren’t afraid of heights, and of course, plenty of other walks near the beach areas or close to the town. Eastbourne is only a couple of hours away from London and is certainly worth a visit if you want to have a more gentle hiking experience.
To get to Eastbourne from London, you should travel by train. This will ensure that you can get there within just 2 hours. Having such a short travel terms means that you get to spend more time hiking when you get there, and this is a suitable one day hiking trip that you can take from London too, so if you need to be back at your hotel in time for your evening meal then this is perfect.
When you arrive in Eastbourne, you should head for South Downs way. This will be the starting point for your hike, and you can walk there from the station in just 45 minutes, or take a taxi from the station if you want to save your energy for the hike. Walking will take your through the town so if you want to buy any souvenirs, this might be the better choice for you.
The walk along south downs way features some of the most breathtaking cliff side views amongst fields of animals and of course plenty of rolling British country side. Don’t be alarmed if the taxi driver is slightly wary of taking you to the trail however. One particular cliff-side spot along the walk is a favourite for suicide missions.
You will have a pleasant and peaceful hike near London and if the weather is good, you will be guaranteed to have an amazing hiking experience.