is home to a large variety of wildlife Cuckmere Haven CUCKMERE HAVEN

Cuckmere Haven It is a popular tourist destination where you can engage in long BISC walks, or water activities on the river. The beach Sheep and cattle at Cuckmere Haven is next to the famous chalk Minibus Destination graze, keeping the cliffs, the Seven Sisters. fields at a constant vegetation level. In the Second World War, the site was studied by the Luftwaffe as they flew missions to identify potential landing sites for the invasion of the UK mainland. As a result, the British constructed a series of counter-landing defences, of which numerous pillboxes, anti-tank obstacles, ditches and tank traps survive. In addition to the permanent land-based constructions, the river was heavily mined.

World War II defences at Cuckmere Haven Many species of birds who spend their time foraging in the fields and water meadows. Cuckmere Haven (also known as the Cuckmere Estuary) is an area of flood plains where the meets the between and Seaford. The river is an example of a meandering river, and contains several oxbow lakes.

https://www.queensu.ca/bisc/current-students/getting-around How far? Seven Sisters Cliff Face 40 minutes’ ride. Drop off and pick up point Walking Route – the car park.

What’s there? The Cuckmere Estuary, where the River Cuckmere meets the sea, is known as Cuckmere Haven. This beautiful spot, where the river meanders snake-like through a wide flood plain to the English Channel, is best after a period of dry weather because the paths can be muddy. The water, which forms several oxbow lakes, and its water meadows provide a habitat for a wealth of wildlife, including herons, geese and swans. Between the 16th and 18th centuries the beach and river up to were used by smugglers. The Seven Sisters cliffs were used for spectacular shots where Harry Potter walks up the hill to find the boot that transports him to the Pill box defences, which can still be seen, were built at the back of the beach during World War II. Quidditch World Cup. For a relaxing flat stroll follow the route down to the beach. Or for The Seven Sisters cliffs were used for spectacular shots where the more adventurous take a hike walk over the cliffs to Eastbourne Harry Potter walks up the hill to find the boot that transports him or up the river to Alfriston. Please ask Student Services for maps to the Quidditch World Cup. outlining the scenic walks and hiking trails. The beach at Cuckmere Haven was used for the opening scene in Kevin Costner's Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves.

This quiet pebble beach is dominated by the white chalk cliffs of the When can I go there? Seven Sisters just to the east. It sits at the mouth of the meandering Cuckmere river. One of the best known views of the Depending on demand, around once a month. beach is looking out over the coastguard cottages towards the Seven Sisters. This row of 4 cottages was built shortly after the foundation of the National Coastguard Service in 1822. However, Who do I ask if I want a special trip? The ‘Cuckmere Inn’ is nearby for refreshments and there is usually a they are currently under threat from erosion with the cliffs over van parked in the car park for a refreshing ice-lolly or E-mail [email protected] 30 metres closer than they originally were. ice-cream cone.

A word of warning: If you decide to walk along the Seven Sisters, do NOT go near the edge of the cliffs. They are very unstable and large chunks can fall at any time. If you see a crack in the ground, you are too close – move away immediately. Stay on the footpaths and enjoy the views in safety. The BISC will not be responsible for anyone who ignores this warning. Cuckmere Inn Cuckmere Haven Beach