East Head

Sand whispering along East Head, as the weather builds

Important notice -

In line with government guidance, our countryside space is open for local visitors to access for walks. We ask all visitors to follow guidance on social distancing to keep everyone safe. There are no NT car parks at East Head.

Shifting sand dunes, salt marsh and flowing tides

More about this place

Blackcap bostal white against the dusk on the South Downs

How to enjoy your local countryside 

Welcome to fresh air and open space. Our countryside spaces are currently open for people who live locally to exercise outside. This is in line with government guidance to: 'exercise with your household (or support bubble) or one other person, this should be limited to once per day, and you should not travel outside your local area.' Local means 'stay in the village, town, or part of the city where you live'. We ask all visitors to follow guidance on social distancing to keep everyone safe.

East Head in Sussex

Visiting East Head  

If you are planning on visiting East Head here are some things you need to know before you set off from home to help make your visit as enjoyable as possible.

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East Head

Wildlife

A black, grey and white ringed plover bird stands on the open sand at East Head

Wildlife on East Head 

From common seals to some of our rarer visitors, East Head has a vast and diverse array of flora and fauna. Come for a visit and see what wildlife you can spot.

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Our work

Panoramic view at sunset in August from Devil's Dyke, South Downs, West Sussex

South Downs sites we look after  

Discover the incredible diversity of countryside sites across the South Downs, from chalk grassland to river valleys, beech hangars and chalk cliffs.

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