Touch Grass Day-Tripper: Coastal Stroll (July 19th)

Explore, create, and connect in nature's boundless playground. Our curated day events are designed to immerse you in the beauty of nature while igniting your creative spark.

Join us for a beautiful and varied walk through the South Downs, starting in Polegate and ending by the sea in Eastbourne. This route takes us through peaceful countryside, charming villages, and open chalk grassland with sweeping views across East Sussex. It’s a perfect blend of rural calm and coastal beauty.

What to expect:
🌿 Rolling hills and open landscapes across the South Downs National Park.
🦋 Chalk grasslands alive with butterflies, wildflowers, and big skies.
🌊 A stunning final stretch with views of Beachy Head and the sea as we descend into Eastbourne.

The walk will be led and facilitated by Toni from Touch Grass. Toni is a Moutain Training qualified Lowland Leader and is outdoor first aid trained.

Location: Polegate to Eastbourne

Date: Saturday 19th July 2025

Meeting time: 10am (meeting point is Polegate Station)

*Meeting at London Victoria for 8am to catch the 8:24am train to Polegate. Meet for a group train ticket which is 1/3 off regular prices.

Destination: Eastbourne Station

Start time: 10:30am approx.

Distance: 16km

We will be taking it at a leisurely pace and aim to be at Eastbourne station by 4/4:30pm

Difficulty: Moderate to challenging. Please wear weather appropriate clothing and appropriate footwear (it may be muddy in some parts).

Age: 18+

Who is this for? This is an exclusive event for queer women and non-binary people of colour. Refunds will not be given if you ignore this message.

What to bring:

🌼 Comfortable shoes and weather appropriate clothing

🌼 Water bottle

🌼 Lunch

*Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled. Rain or shine, we will be walking.

*If cost is a barrier, please reach out and we will do our best to support you.

About Touch Grass

Touch Grass is an outdoor community for queer women and non-binary people of colour.

We are committed to fostering community growth through outdoor gatherings and wellness-focused trips that encourage us to rekindle our relationship with nature. Our immersive experiences go beyond relaxation—it's about empowerment, wellness, and forging meaningful connections.

Our vision is for queer people of colour to see the outdoors as a space where we belong. A Natural England study found that White people are 70% more likely than Black and Asian people to spend time in the countryside. We want to change this. We deserve to reap the benefits of improved emotional well-being and physical health too.

We believe creativity and nature go hand in hand, which is why most of our events encourage you to embrace nature and your inner creative spirit.

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