🇬🇧 Beachy Head: The Crown Jewel of the White Cliffs

Standing at 162m (531ft), Beachy Head—the highest point of the Seven Sisters Cliffs—offers jaw-dropping panoramas of the English Channel, with views stretching to Dungeness (east) and the Isle of Wight (west). 🌊 Why Visit? "End of the World" Vibe: The name Beachy Head literally means "end of the beach." Engels’ Legacy: The philosopher’s ashes were scattered here—testament to its magic. Iconic Lighthouse: Spot the red-and-white striped lighthouse from the cliffs. 🚶 Two Routes to the Top 1️⃣ Tourist Path: From Birling Gap, hike east past Belle Tout Lighthouse (now a B&B). 2️⃣ Local’s Secret: Start at Eastbourne’s seafront promenade (near Bede’s Prep School). Climb up Beachy Head Road for aerial views of Eastbourne (pier, beaches, and skyline). 🌿 Hidden Gems En Route Italian Gardens: A serene pitstop with the Holywell Tea Chalet (perfect for scones + sea-gazing). Twin Trails: Upper path: Shaded walkway for strollers. Lower path: Pebbled route favored by runners. 📸 Photo Ops Cliff-edge horizons (safely behind barriers!). Lighthouse contrasts against chalk cliffs. Eastbourne’s coastline from above. #WhiteCliffs #UKTravel #BeachyHead #HikingUK