About this road
The A259 from Eastbourne over Friston Hill and through the South Downs to Seaford, above the chalk cliffs of the Seven Sisters.
Ride notes
- Busy in summer
- Cyclists
Green lanes near this road
5 named lanes open to motorcycles* within 5 km, about 2.0 km of riding, plus 4 unnamed sections you can see on the Holloway map. Worth tying into a day on this road if you're on a bike that can take them.
- Cliff RoadUCR0.9 km away
- Butchershole BottomUCR1.2 km away
- River LaneUCR3.6 km away
- Ash LaneBOAT4.2 km away
- Comp LaneBOAT4.3 km away
*Based on each lane's recorded designation. Legal status changes, so check each lane's current status on the Holloway map and the signs before you ride.
Fuel along the way
- Gulf0.0 km in
- Power- Old Town Service Station0.2 km in
- Esso, King's Drive, Eastbourne0.4 km in
- Texaco, Eastbourne Road, Seaford, BN25 4QS12 km in
- Morrisons Seaford13 km in
Distances are measured from the Eastbourne end. Stations can close or keep short hours, especially in remote areas.
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More scenic roads nearby
- B2026 across Ashdown Forest32 km away
- A272 Petersfield to Petworth70 km away
- A286 Milford to Midhurst72 km away
An ordinary public road: follow the signs, speed limits and any temporary closures. Road and weather conditions change, especially on high and remote roads.