Group visits to Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters

South Downs, Managing our downland landscape South Downs Managing our downland landscape
Views over the sea towards the white cliffs of the Seven Sisters

Due to coronavirus and social distancing restrictions we are not currently accepting coaches at Birling Gap. The nearest coach parking is located at Beachy Head and is operated by Eastbourne Borough Council.

Adults and two children taking an autumn walk amongst the trees

Which places are open and what you need to know before you visit 

More than 100 gardens and parks and hundreds of coast and countryside places are open in England and Northern Ireland. Many historic houses are open in England. To avoid disappointment please book in advance, especially at weekends and school holidays. In line with Welsh Government legislation, all places in Wales will close from 24 October to 9 November. Please check the property webpage of the place you wish to visit before you travel. Read this article to find out how to book and what to expect from your visit.

  • Due to social distancing restrictions there is no coach parking or drop off facility at Birling Gap. The nearest coach parking is at Beachy Head (2 miles) and is operated by Eastbourne Borough Council. 
  • Please do not park or drop groups off on the roadside. This is dangerous and also causes a nusiance to our neighbours

Pre-booked school visits

We are not currently accepting school bookings due to coronavirus restrictions.

Group conduct

For information on group conduct please download our groups guide. National Trust staff may refuse entry to groups or ask groups to leave the site if behaviour is inappropriate, impacts on other visitors or is a safety risk to group members or others. Group leaders are expected to maintain control of groups at all times and be visible to National Trust staff.

Birling Gap group and coach leaflet 2019