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Devil’s Dyke – Devil's Dyke MMB 02📷 mattbuck (category), CC BY-SA 4.0

Devil’s Dyke

Poynings, United Kingdom

Views

A deep dry valley cut into the South Downs chalk, with wide views north across the Weald and paragliders on windy days. The National Trust car park at the top charges non-members; the South Downs Way passes close by.

Nearest town
Poynings, United Kingdom
Category
Scenic viewpoints
GPS
50.8854, -0.2127

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • United Kingdom: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Drive on the left. Some bridges and tunnels charge tolls.

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Campsites nearby

  • YHA Truleigh HillCampsite
    4 km from Devil’s Dyke
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  • Southdown Way Caravan & Camping ParkCampsite
    7 km from Devil’s Dyke
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  • The Barn Caravan ParkMotorhome stopover
    9 km from Devil’s Dyke
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  • Housedean Farm CampsiteCampsite
    11 km from Devil’s Dyke
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  • Stud Farm CampsiteCampsite
    17 km from Devil’s Dyke
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  • Bluebell Camp SiteCampsite
    21 km from Devil’s Dyke
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All campsites in United Kingdom · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Devil’s Dyke?

Devil’s Dyke is in Poynings, United Kingdom, at GPS 50.8854, -0.2127. It is about 9 km from Brighton.

Can you camp near Devil’s Dyke?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Saddlescombe Campsite, about 2 km away; within 25 km there are 65 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Devil’s Dyke?

Devil’s Dyke is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: South Downs and the Seven Sisters cliffs.

What is there to see near Devil’s Dyke?

Places worth a stop nearby: Seven Sisters Country Park (28 km), Birling Gap (33 km), Beachy Head (36 km) and Bodiam Castle (55 km).

When is the best time to visit Devil’s Dyke?

The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)