Outdoor activities in East Sussex holidays, courses & experiences

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Bewl Water off road triathlon in England: Introducing #supbikerun

Want to push yourself with a new challenge? How about joining the Bewl Water off road triathlon in England, which combines SUP, trail running and mountain biking? Introducing #supbikerun, a new event at the beautiful Bewl Water on the border between East Sussex and Kent. Off road triathlon in England: Why? The idea of a normal triathlon never appealed?…

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Decathlon bike delivery review & first ride on B’TWIN Rockrider 560s

Over the next couple of months I will be testing the B’TWIN Rockrider 560s mountain bike from Decathlon in detail. But impressed with how it turned up I wanted to share a Decathlon bike delivery review. Also having had my first ride on the £699 B’TWIN Rockrider 560s, I thought you’d like to…

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Cheap UK adventure holidays: Best British budget outdoor breaks

Looking for an active holiday but are a little strapped for cash? Don’t worry there are plenty of cheap UK adventure holidays that provide ample fun without breaking the bank. For big fun but small costs, check out the best British budget outdoor breaks below. Ultimately, watching the cash doesn’t have to leave us bereft of fun…

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Lewis Crathern interview: Kitesurfer who jumped Brighton Pier

We just found this exclusive Lewis Crathern interview from 2010 in our archives. As the kitesurfer who jumped Brighton Pier back in November 2010 we thought it is worth sharing the interview again. Kitesurfer who jumped Brighton Pier If you didn’t see the footage of Lewis jumping Brighton Pier back in…

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Review of Hove Lagoon SUP lessons in Brighton

If you would like learn to stand up paddle board (SUP), then it is well worth getting some tuition. It may look easy – and seriously is not that hard – but as I found during this review of Hove Lagoon SUP lessons in Brighton, a few pointers here and there…

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Review of Lagoon Watersports wakeboarding lesson in Hove

I tried wakeboarding on holiday a few years ago and really enjoyed, so I was keen to learn more at my local wake park at Hove Lagoon, Brighton. This review of Lagoon Watersports wakeboarding lesson in Hove is a summary of how I got on, and why I strongly recommend their lessons. I…

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Why try bungee jumping? 5 reasons to take the leap of faith

Extreme sports are not everyone’s cup of tea, and bungee jumping is as extreme as it gets without specialist training. For many this modern day leap of faith is the scariest thing they will ever do, so why try bungee jumping? It’s understandable. Flinging yourself off a bridge, cliff edge,…

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Camber Kitesurfing Discount: 10% off Kiteboarding

Learning to Kitesurf is fun at every stage. From flying your first power kite to riding a wave or doing a jump, it is a thrilling experience. Camber Kitesurfing is a BKSA approved kitesurfing school based in Camber Sands. We give professional advice … Sorry but only AWE365 Club members can…

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Disaster survival adventure holidays: Learn how to survive

Ever fantasised about being stranded on a desert island or surviving a plane crash in the jungle? Well, you’re not the only one. Which is why a new trend for disaster survival adventure holidays has started to emerge, where you learn how to survive in the wild. Learn how to…

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Lagoon Watersports Discount: 10% off Wakeboarding

Wakeboarding practice sessions, lessons and private hire on Hove Lagoon in Brighton & Hove Sussex. We have three different cables suitable for everyone from beginner to pro. With BWSW qualified trainers we can get benners up guaranteed and help e… Sorry but only AWE365 Club members can view this content….

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Electric bike buying guide: Types of eBike

With eBikes currently the fastest growing area of bike sales we’ve decided to put together an electric bike buying guide. I met with Electric Bikes Sussex to find out about the different types of eBike, how the motors and batteries vary and how much an electric bike will set you back. What…

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Why buy an electric bike? Advantages of eBiking

eBikes are the fastest growing sector of cycling, so I met with Electric Bikes Sussex to find out what the fuss is about. I admit until I tried one I thought ‘Why buy an electric bike, surely it’s cheating?’, but as you’ll find out in this article the advantages of…

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Interview with Adam Short: Walking the UK coastline at the waters edge

I recently had the pleasure of catching up with Adam Short, who in June 2015 became the first person to complete walking the UK coastline at the waters edge. In this interview with Adam Short we discuss what motivates him, what training he had and what dangers he faced. I…

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10 of the best extreme activities in the UK

Whether you want a once in a lifetime experience, excitement for a stag weekend, or fancy trying something adventurous, the UK has some great locations for extreme sports with excellent guiding and instruction. But what are the best extreme activities in the UK? TOAD (The Online Activity Directory) is a new way of finding the activities in the…

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Learn to paraglide: what is the first step?

Sometimes you can see them when you drive through the British countryside. High above the hills, so small you can barely make them out, there are people floating through the air…. Would you like to learn to paraglide like them? Imagine what it must feel like. You drive up to…

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Wakeboarding in Sussex: Cable wake parks and clubs

With the popularity of the sport growing, wakeboarding in Sussex is building a reputation as one of the UK’s best wake destinations. In this article we look at two Sussex cable parks and two Sussex wakeboard clubs. “Good old Sussex by the sea” is one of the most charming and beautiful counties…

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Results of survey of UK beach users by Sitons

Cast your mind back to summer 2013 and those warm balmy temperatures may seem like a distant memory – hopefully it won’t be too long before we feel the sun’s radiant glow once again. Tez Plavenieks, Sitons.com editor, gives us a brief run down of what they found having collated…

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5 of the best companies for UK paragliding holidays

Few feelings compare to the sheer awe and tranquillity of paragliding. Soaring hundreds of feet up in the air over the majestic UK countryside is a truly sensational experience, which is why we’ve compiled this short list of 5 of the best companies for UK paragliding holidays. Paragliding can be enjoyed…

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The South Downs Way mountain biking route

Riding the South Downs Way mountain biking route is not something to be taken lightly. Running from Winchester to Eastbourne, this 100-mile long trail has enough about it to challenge even serious riders and taking on its whole length is no mean feat. This handy guide will break down the…

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Child carrier backpack: Review of Deuter Kid comfort II

With the birth of our son in June 2011, my wife and I found we stopped going for long walks in the countryside. A pushchair can only be taken over easy terrain and would not be suitable for muddy paths and getting over styles etc. The answer was to get…

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Paragliding in Sussex: where to launch?

One of the most quintessentially English counties in the country, Sussex is also one of the most beautiful. Home to some stunning scenery, the bohemian seaside twin city of Brighton and Hove, and quaint villages, Sussex is understandably popular with tourists from London and all over the UK. However, Sussex…

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MTB Challenge: Land’s End to John o’Groats

Land’s End to John o’Groats is popular for road cyclists. But it’s an MTB challenge to far for most riders…At more than 1,000 miles (‘,600 km) it will test your endurance and dogged determination to face the changeable British weather. Now try it off-road…. As part of the Explore! Bipolar…

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New Bikes: Buying a Mountain Bike

Back in May, I decided to replace my barely road worthy ‘mountain’ bike with a bike that can handle proper off-road riding. I hadn’t ridden off-road since I was a kid, which was well before mountain bikes had disk brakes or suspension so I went into buying a mountain bike…