Devil's Dyke, Sussex, Iron Age valley in South Downs, England
The valley extends for one mile through chalk hills, forming the deepest and widest dry valley formation in the United Kingdom.
The site contains remnants of an Iron Age hillfort constructed between 450 and 350 BCE, utilized for defense and settlement purposes.
Victorian society transformed this natural landmark into a major tourist destination, with 30,000 visitors recorded on a single day in 1893.
The National Trust maintains marked walking trails, information panels, and parking facilities for visitors exploring the South Downs landscape.
Local tales narrate that the Devil dug this valley in an attempt to flood churches in the Weald region by creating a channel to the sea.
Location: Mid Sussex
GPS coordinates: 50.88397,-0.21138
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:43
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