Visiting the Cockshut Restoration Project
The site is open to the public every day. It is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for wildlife so visitors are advised to read the guidance below.
· There are no facilities on site.
· Visitors must keep to the designated footpaths.
· Footpaths are not surfaced, can be muddy, and may not always be accessible.
· Dogs must be kept on leads and out of the water. We ask that owners of even the most obedient dogs respect this in the interest of other walkers, protected wildlife species and water quality.
· Please ensure no rubbish or litter is left on site.
Volunteering and Getting Involved
Volunteer sessions run on the first Saturday and second Friday of the month starting at 10am. The group helps with various habitat conservation tasks including wetland and grassland conservation, creation of hibernaculum, scything events, and wildlife surveys throughout out the year!
The Railway Land Wildlife Trust and Lewes District Council Specialist Advisors coordinate volunteering. To get involved contact: beverley@railwaylandproject.org
Getting Here
There are two main access gates to the site.
Kingston Road entrance gate is accessible from the Lewes Cricket and Rugby Club.
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Closest postcode: Kingston Road, Lewes BN7 3NB
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Cockshut Road entrance gate is accessible from the Cockshut Rd parking lot close to the Southdown Sports Club.
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Closest postcode: Cockshut Rd, Lewes BN7 1LW
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By Car
Nearest parking – pay and display, Cockshut Road Car Park, BN7 1LW. Limited parking spaces at Stanley Turner ground, Kingston Road, Lewes BN7 3NB
By Train
The Cockshut Restoration Project is a 15-minute walk from Lewes Station.
By Bus
You can get from Lewes to the Cockshut Restoration Project by bus using the 123 line and stop at Cranedown. Only a 5 mins bus ride from Lewes train station.
By Bicycle
You can cycle to the nearest car park to park up your bike at:
From Lewes: Cockshut Rd parking and South downs sports club is only 5 mins bike ride from Lewes city centre.
From Kingston: Cycling lane along Kingston Rd, stopping just at the entrance of the Rugby and Cricket club.