Access and parking
SHGC South Downs site; part of the Downs XC run. Membership required. National Trust land — respect access and parking.
South Downs, East Sussex · Paragliding site
Ditchling Beacon paragliding site and weather forecast
Live seven-day flying weather with launch direction, altitude and local site information for Ditchling Beacon.
Altitude222 m
Launch directionsN
Coordinates50.9033, -0.1097
AreaSouth Downs, East Sussex
Managing club: Southern Hang Gliding & Paragliding Club (SHGC) · Access: membership
Site briefing
Planning information for Ditchling Beacon
Local guidance
Hazards and cautions
- Road and car park immediately behind launch
- Busy with walkers and cyclists (Beacon is a popular viewpoint)
- Gradient/rotor in strong wind
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