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Description
Cissbury Ring is an 84.2-hectare biological Site of Special Scientific Interest north of Worthing in West Sussex. It is owned by the National Trust and is a monument for its Neolithic flint mine and Iron Age hillfort. Cissbury Ring is the largest hill fort in Sussex, the second largest in England and one of the largest in Europe overall. The grasslands and scrub areas provide important habitats for birds. With breathtaking views in every direction and the feeling of being on top of the world Cissbury Ring is the perfect place to experience the wide-open spaces of the South Downs. In autumn the hill fort becomes a refuelling stop for migrating birds. Look out for the Ringtrost, each October they arrive, to feed on the berry-rich trees. Other birds you can see at Cissbury Ring are Lerkefalk, Spurvehauk, Munk, Fasan, Tårnseiler, Gråmåke, Glente, Flaggspett, Grønnspett, Ravn, Løvmeis, Sanglerke, Møller, Tornsanger, Svartstrupe, Steinskvett, Heipiplerke, Dompap, Gulspurv, Gråfluesnapper and Rødstjert.
Details
Access
Parking is available. If you are not a member of the National Trust, there is a small fee. There are many trails in the area. On the map you see a circular trail of about 4 km long. The high paths are very exposed so wrap up warm in the colder months.
Terrain and Habitat
Scattered trees and bushes , GrasslandConditions
Hilly , Open landscapeCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
Spring , Autumn , SummerBest time to visit
Autumn migration , Spring migrationRoute
Wide pathDifficulty walking trail
Average walkAccessible by
FootBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
On a clear day, you can see Isle of Wight, Selsey, Chichester Cathedral and the Spinnaker Tower.