Hiking & wild camping in the South Downs

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  • Опубликовано: 11 июн 2022
  • This was one of the most picturesque camping spots I have ever stayed at!
    I plan on wild camping in all 15 of the UK's national parks, this time it was the South Downs; 13 down 2 to go.
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Комментарии • 351

  • @davidwatkins1734
    @davidwatkins1734 2 года назад +376

    Hi Liam, just wanted to let you know that my son (8) loves your videos and we normally watch one just before bed time. Thanks to you we're going camping in a couple of weeks and if he likes it, we're doing a whole week during the summer holidays. He asks about a million questions for each video but I love that he loves your content. Keep doing what you're doing mate.

    • @bradd4607
      @bradd4607 2 года назад +8

      thats awesome, where you going in the summer?

    • @davidwatkins1734
      @davidwatkins1734 2 года назад +8

      @@bradd4607 South East Wales or maybe grandma's back garden in Derbyshire!

    • @bradd4607
      @bradd4607 2 года назад +4

      @@davidwatkins1734 nice! Where ever you go hope it’s a good time, I’m based up Scotland for work right now for a couple years so saving for a little van to do van camping around scotland

    • @davidwatkins1734
      @davidwatkins1734 2 года назад +2

      @@bradd4607 Nice one Bradd

    • @LiamBrown
      @LiamBrown  2 года назад +82

      Brilliant mate, tell him I said hi 👍 Cheers

  • @asminde
    @asminde 2 года назад +45

    I would legit wake up in the middle of the night for a piss, get out the tent and would just fall to my death forgetting that the tent is near the edge

  • @stevesmith3990
    @stevesmith3990 2 года назад +49

    Nice video Liam, you made me laugh with those pies :) I live close to the South Downs so it is my common walking place, I would not recommend anyone camps or even gets too close to the edge like that, there have been numerous cliff collapses over the last few years!

  • @Josephb1111
    @Josephb1111 2 года назад +13

    Good work Liam I saw an article today about you in the paper. I left the Royal Navy as a chef and struggled for job opportunities once I left the Navy. I see you left the Army as a chef. It’s good to see someone with a similar background to you do well. Keep up the good work 👍

  • @audie-cashstack-uk4881
    @audie-cashstack-uk4881 2 года назад +6

    Lol Liam your all over the news feed o browser for being a knob end on a cliff I had to laugh wen it kept popping up

  • @daverich3352
    @daverich3352 2 года назад +8

    Great video, you're brave camping near the edge of those eroding cliffs, great big chunks of land do fall occasionally.

  • @rileyhoffman6629
    @rileyhoffman6629 Год назад +7

    Liam (beautiful name) with a beautiful attitude. No pretense, no bullshit, just a lovely fellow on an amazing adventure. Thanks.

  • @jbiz6626
    @jbiz6626 2 года назад +8

    Yes Liam!! You legend

  • @tesstessmarie6146
    @tesstessmarie6146 2 года назад +108

    Hi Liam, awesome video! However I think it's important to tell your followers, who may follow in your footsteps, that it's really dangerous to go anywhere near the edge of these cliffs; there is a lot of publicity from the park rangers, local news, local radio etc to ask people to please not approach the edge. There are very frequent rock slides, and bits of land breaking off the main section of cliffs, and there isn't often much warning, they'll just go from under you. Perhaps you could pin a comment or put it in the description as the vdieo is already published?

    • @adambaggins6662
      @adambaggins6662 2 года назад +2

      Is staying a metre away from the edge not enough?

    • @georgemartin6389
      @georgemartin6389 2 года назад +23

      @@adambaggins6662 no its actually not

    • @miguelpilgrim
      @miguelpilgrim 2 года назад +9

      @@georgemartin6389 I was paddleboarding along the cliffs yesterday and spotted various parts which were overhanging at least 1 metre.

    • @daverich3352
      @daverich3352 2 года назад +10

      @@adambaggins6662 You can get land slips where several meters worth of land will go in one fall.

    • @flintyoutdoors2201
      @flintyoutdoors2201 2 года назад +1

      🙄

  • @brohanime
    @brohanime 2 года назад +5

    randomly stumbled upon your channel about 6 months ago and i have to say you have an amazing energy and very calming personality. these videos make me want to travel around and explore the country i've lived in my whole life! love from another Brit

  • @janetmariaburke4208
    @janetmariaburke4208 Год назад +1

    I enjoyed that. The beautiful colours. I paint, the blues, the white & green. Just lovely. The sounds, the sea, wind, bird song, so relaxing, fresh. Thank you.

  • @Lena-mj3kr
    @Lena-mj3kr Год назад +3

    I love watching these videos with beautiful views, loads of useful advice and the narration is on point, it feel so calm and genuine.

  • @UpinsmokeXVI
    @UpinsmokeXVI 2 года назад +8

    This is only a tiny portion of the South Downs it starts at Eastbourne and goes all the way to Winchester. It is over 109 miles long.

  • @davidfish591
    @davidfish591 Год назад +2

    AAAHHHAA!! Too close!! Ya know sometimes pieces of those cliffs just let go.I’m an old nervous guy. Great drone shots.

  • @Jay-wk1gn
    @Jay-wk1gn 2 года назад +50

    Liam is that one youtuber who makes you want to leave your house, and go and a hike and wild camp. Great video as always Liam

    • @adambaggins6662
      @adambaggins6662 2 года назад +2

      I know the feeling. I just bought a load of camping gear to do just that. 😂There's a sale on at millets for a decent one person tent. I forget the name but its currently £70 and it's 5000HH. 👌🏼

    • @Jay-wk1gn
      @Jay-wk1gn 2 года назад +1

      @@adambaggins6662 Thankyou mate, will take a look & enjoy your trip

  • @deanmc178
    @deanmc178 2 года назад +16

    A great video..but too close to the cliff edge.. dangerous..

  • @slaphead2965
    @slaphead2965 2 года назад +76

    This man has no fear!
    There's not a chance in hell I would ever camp that close to the edge of a cliff.
    Nice one mate and a great video.
    Keep up the good work. 🇬🇧🙂👍

    • @dmoonuk
      @dmoonuk 2 года назад

      I think he is just Thick and stupid and can not read all the signs

    • @IgnacioGlezCllo
      @IgnacioGlezCllo 2 года назад +32

      way too close, especially in the South Downs, with that cliff constantly being eroded...

    • @slaphead2965
      @slaphead2965 2 года назад +9

      @@IgnacioGlezCllo Makes my knees wobble seeing him walk so close to the edge.

    • @phoebebrown2883
      @phoebebrown2883 2 года назад +10

      The man is a prat.

    • @ChubbyChecker182
      @ChubbyChecker182 2 года назад +16

      ​@@phoebebrown2883 he seems a decent fella, but that was a prattish thing to do, far too dangerous

  • @IngramCars
    @IngramCars 2 года назад +3

    My back yard, welcome Liam! Shame I didn't see you out and about. Banoffee pie was invented down the road in Jevington! Anyone visiting be very careful of the cliff edge, due to erosion there are constant cliff falls!

  • @asmerom3025
    @asmerom3025 2 года назад +4

    Love the way you direct your videos. Wonderful balance between the always entertaining chats with periods of silent camera work. Very impressive. I know the path well. There was a house near the cliff in the lighthouse area which they lifted up on wheels and moved it 100 yards inland. You missed that.

  • @millwalldarren2792
    @millwalldarren2792 2 года назад +2

    The most easiest & relaxing to watch channel on this app.

  • @me.my.son.and.i
    @me.my.son.and.i 2 года назад +6

    Great views, beautiful colours.............but a dumb pitch. I live in East Sussex and walk here often. I wouldn't walk anywhere near the edges of these cliffs because they crack and corrode all the time, let alone camp on the edge of them.

    • @gh-vi9tk
      @gh-vi9tk 2 года назад +4

      My thought also when I first watched this.

  • @garycrowther4912
    @garycrowther4912 Год назад +3

    😮 can’t believe how close to the edge you camped 😱

  • @matthew_wellsdube
    @matthew_wellsdube Год назад +3

    I just found your channel a few days ago. I have always wanted to go to England and haven’t gotten to yet. Love the way you make these and you’re inspiring me to go out and do have a go at my dreams too! You’ve got a fan here mate. Thank you for making these!

  • @PTimbs
    @PTimbs 2 года назад +5

    I'm walking 100km across the South Downs in September. Looks amazing

  • @joenicoud5967
    @joenicoud5967 2 года назад +10

    LIAM WHEN I LIVED IN LONDON IN 1966 I VISITED FRIENDS THAT HARD A FARM AND WE WALKED THE DOWNS IN NICE WEATHER YOUR VIDEOS ARE WONDERFUL

  • @davidgayton
    @davidgayton 2 года назад +4

    Serendipity, a new Liam adventure......great job!

  • @kevandrewsoutdoors
    @kevandrewsoutdoors 2 года назад +5

    Haha mate u just been mentioned on more radio for camping on the edge of beachy head and that someone called u an idiot 🙄

  • @coneypark
    @coneypark 2 года назад +2

    Love your videos mate. Perfect to watch and chill. Thank you

  • @1dkappe
    @1dkappe 2 года назад +3

    This was one of the better ones. Gorgeous and epic.

  • @IsaacsWalks
    @IsaacsWalks 2 года назад +2

    Loved this. Such a nice chilled watch. Every little shot is perfect 🙂
    It's the best when RUclips recommends channels like yours as I now have plenty of stuff to binge watch😅 all the best and keep up the great work mate👍

  • @Yorky222
    @Yorky222 Год назад +3

    Watching you standing close to those cliffs gives me vertigo. Cliffs have been known to collapse.

  • @chrisberry4597
    @chrisberry4597 2 года назад +2

    Liam, great vid as always. You have an easy style of delivery, superb

  • @JamporkFilms
    @JamporkFilms 2 года назад +1

    Great vid. I love this walk. You did such a wonderful showcase.

  • @sunset_days
    @sunset_days 2 года назад +4

    I cannot believe how deserted it was for you. I went on the 3rd from Exeat via East Dean to Beachy Head and then via Seven sisters back to Exeat and it was packed. The views are stunning so will need to go back when it's quieter.

  • @papaspaulding
    @papaspaulding 6 месяцев назад +1

    One thing id recommend for any potential future visits or for anyone else is dont camp/sit so close to the edge of the cliff. As someone who lives local those cliffs are well known for just how soft and crumbly they are (they are made of chalk after all) and pieces always falling off.
    Funny? story, When I first moved to these parts I went up on the south downs exploring at night as it looked really cool, the mist was so thick I could barely see anything past a few feet in front of me. somehow, (there was drink involved lol) I kept getting turned around and every direction i walked i would soon hear seaguls in front of me and come to the very edge of the cliff suddenly, Id walk in the opposite direction and the same would somehow happen again after a while lol. I ended up just laying down admitting defeat and sleeping it off there on the ground in the thick mist for a few hours until daylight

  • @Fannybygaslight100
    @Fannybygaslight100 2 года назад +1

    And another Brilliant video. They just get better. Well done Liam

  • @dantrodd7034
    @dantrodd7034 2 года назад +1

    Another great video mate! Keep them coming!

  • @foghornleghorns3244
    @foghornleghorns3244 2 года назад +3

    I’m moving to West Sussex soon. Will definitely take on the South Downs walk.
    Thank you for the content Liam.

  • @hikesome
    @hikesome 2 года назад +1

    Such a beautiful coastline and epic shots you created here Liam! Best dinner view ever and even for free. Just like Henry David Thoreau once said: “All good things are wild and free.” cheers, Mario

  • @madcitywendy
    @madcitywendy Год назад +1

    Stunning video. Adding to my list of places I would love to visit. I’m going to need a year long vacation in the UK. Love your channel!

  • @Sammy-vc3nu
    @Sammy-vc3nu 2 года назад +1

    Quality content Liam mate, only channel I consistently watch, keep up the videos and I can see your channel growing massively soon👌👊

  • @Samjie
    @Samjie 2 года назад +1

    Incredible shots as per usual!

  • @Atomites
    @Atomites 2 года назад +4

    Good stuff man! Been binge watching your content lately 😂

  • @kurtsteiner8384
    @kurtsteiner8384 2 года назад +4

    Known as babys heads in the millitary, due to the shape.
    It is prone to land slip in this area. Try not to get to close to the edge.

  • @BB49.
    @BB49. 2 года назад +4

    To close to the edge for my liking! My calf’s would be tensing in fact they are just watching! Glad you do not sleepwalk

  • @benhayes5096
    @benhayes5096 Год назад

    Hi Liam. Just wanted to say thank you. Your vids are an inspireation. Wishing you all the best in all you do. Your amazing dude!

  • @BenHikesOutdoors
    @BenHikesOutdoors 2 года назад

    Some epic drone shots mate, another quality video. Thanks for sharing 👍

  • @KristinaAdventures
    @KristinaAdventures 2 года назад

    thanks for sharing this video, really fun and relaxing to watch! and love your yellow shoes. looking forward to see more content 🤗

  • @stever7066
    @stever7066 2 года назад +1

    Really enjoying these videos. Enjoy your strolls.

  • @fijiarc2090
    @fijiarc2090 2 года назад +8

    Why are you so close to the edge.

  • @yvonnebailey9973
    @yvonnebailey9973 2 года назад +1

    Great views Liam. Keep up the videos. Fantastic!!!

  • @billyinwaves
    @billyinwaves 6 месяцев назад +1

    I've watched this video a few times now, not least because it's about a place I walk a lot.
    I'm not sure I'd ever have the courage to go wild camping there - or that close to the cliff edge - but it's great to see that it is possible.
    There are a few places you'd be a bit more hidden, but then of course the scenery wouldn't be so dramatic.
    You also got lucky with the lack of wind that day.
    The other thing to add, for others seeing this video, is that the cliff edge is a bit crumbly, so don't go close to the edge. What happens in winter is the chalk gets waterlogged, and then, if it freezes, ice expands and then whole sections of the chalk can separate. Coastal erosion is a constant thing, and you can read about the other Lighthouse in this area, the Belle Tout, which has already been moved back from the cliff edge, but which is now at risk again.

  • @mikeljakson997
    @mikeljakson997 2 года назад

    Thank you for sharing us so many fantastic WildCamping and views.

  • @wserwalk.sleep.eat.repeat3978
    @wserwalk.sleep.eat.repeat3978 2 года назад

    another awesome video. I haven't wild camped in ages and this brings back fond memories.

  • @christianboutell7112
    @christianboutell7112 2 года назад

    Quality video,stunning views,cheers Liam.

  • @joegeldardd
    @joegeldardd 2 года назад +1

    One of the best, most authentic channels on youtube

  • @dominictaylor2431
    @dominictaylor2431 2 года назад +1

    Another great video, always fantastic content cheers mate.

  • @serendipitouseyes1052
    @serendipitouseyes1052 2 года назад +19

    This series has been so good... really cool and relaxing to see all the beauty of the UK 😍So sad it's nearly the end though 😭

  • @drumick67
    @drumick67 2 года назад +1

    Yes mate ..nearly done I really like your vids mate watched them all thanks for putting the time in ....hates editing ..lol...all the best la Mick from LIVERPOOL

  • @rossuk1515
    @rossuk1515 2 года назад +2

    legend - Love your videos mate, keep it up!

  • @ILCJ1
    @ILCJ1 2 года назад +6

    Tell you what mate, these vids really help 👍🏽

    • @LiamBrown
      @LiamBrown  2 года назад +2

      Good to hear mate, appreciate you watching!

  • @BrianthatiscalledBrian
    @BrianthatiscalledBrian 2 года назад +2

    Nice one, Liam. That was great. 🙂👍🏕️

  • @Hoppy91
    @Hoppy91 2 года назад +1

    Another great video liam with some brilliant views 👌

  • @anthonyjames3712
    @anthonyjames3712 2 года назад +1

    Glad i came across this channel great content 👏👍 keep it up liam amazing work💪

  • @neilharding6092
    @neilharding6092 5 месяцев назад

    My local patch. Such a busy place though but you have given me hope to wild camp it. Nice video!

  • @daz_on_earth
    @daz_on_earth 2 года назад +1

    Mate that ending shot with the walk off, then the cliffs... 10/10

  • @markagent10
    @markagent10 2 года назад +2

    Another great post, living in Sussex the best beer is Harvey's brewery from Lewes.
    Those cliffs have claimed a few lives having lived next to them for 40+years be careful I'd not get that close pal

  • @Aaron66667
    @Aaron66667 2 года назад +1

    Allways look forward to watching your videos

  • @user-hl2ec2lv9s
    @user-hl2ec2lv9s 11 месяцев назад +1

    Most peaceful video on internet

  • @john101CT
    @john101CT 2 года назад

    Liam, dude, what a "cliff hanger"! You'll have to "chalk" up all the media interest to experience! Only two national parks to go in the series, so see you in Scotland! Thanks for sharing the adventure!

  • @liveforthenow
    @liveforthenow 2 года назад +1

    nice video mate, beautiful part of the country. Me and the missus walked 70 miles of the south downs way a few weeks ago and wild camped most nights. Bit close to the edge for me would have made me nervy all night lol. But the wild camp gods do tend to give you the perfect spot just when you need it.

  • @adambaggins6662
    @adambaggins6662 2 года назад +4

    Best video yet! 🎉🎊 Loved all the drone shots in this one. I like that you're not a show-off or egotistical like many of the RUclipsrs get over time. You're just a laid back chill guy enjoying life 👌🏼

  • @ExploringWithSeron
    @ExploringWithSeron 2 года назад +1

    Awesome!! I have enjoyed this video.

  • @guessit.813
    @guessit.813 2 года назад +1

    Your video make me feel so relaxed and comfortable, thanks 🙏

  • @RC-oh7ir
    @RC-oh7ir 2 года назад +3

    Another cracking camp but stay away from the edge, you had me a nervous wreck!

  • @dansait3611
    @dansait3611 Год назад +2

    Enjoyed this one is where I live and walk.. Just a note of caution though. It might seem like you are at the edge of the cliff when in fact you are on an overhang. Loads of rock falls along there, its a lot more dangerous than it looks.

  • @jocky2
    @jocky2 2 года назад +1

    Lovely photography. You really did it justice.

  • @nw_wolf_kb
    @nw_wolf_kb 2 года назад +1

    Great video Liam mate✌🏻
    If you knew how much of the cliffs break away on a regular basis 👀 most people won't even stand there lol

  • @williammcknight4274
    @williammcknight4274 8 месяцев назад

    Beautifully done young man, beautifully done. Nice job !

  • @jezlanejl
    @jezlanejl 2 года назад +2

    Must be quite surreal waking up, feeling good with the world and drinking a coffee overlooking a place where 1000's have ended there lives, beachyhead is beautiful but very dark......

  • @Noneofyourbusiness99999
    @Noneofyourbusiness99999 2 года назад +3

    Made me feel a bit sick when you went near the edge!

  • @edjohnson5080
    @edjohnson5080 2 года назад

    Loving the videos mate. So inspiring for me. Please keep them goin :)

  • @deborahmeyers551
    @deborahmeyers551 2 года назад +1

    Thank you Liam really appreciate your vids 👍

  • @sleepyrider
    @sleepyrider 2 года назад +1

    Great stuff!

  • @steadynumber1
    @steadynumber1 Год назад

    I live in Sussex. I knew Banoffee Pie was local. Despite having Steak & Kidney Puddings since childhood I had no idea they too were local. You've captured the views & the mood of the changing weather wonderfully. Thanks for sharing

  • @alasdairmacmillan5359
    @alasdairmacmillan5359 Год назад

    I've no head for heights myself...Just watching you stand so close to the edge...I felt nervous :)
    However, really enjoyed this walk; superb photography too. Take me back to walking trails in South Africa and Zimbabwe in my younger days. Good memories.

  • @matrimhelmsgaard
    @matrimhelmsgaard 2 года назад

    Watching the video right now in Hardangervidda on my hike from Oslo to Bergen. First and Only rain on the hike and so I'm waiting it out tonight and watching your hikes.

  • @richardgadsby9060
    @richardgadsby9060 Год назад

    Great video Liam. Brings back fond memories of a little backpacking expedition I did over 40 years ago. I walked from Eastbourne to Alfriston via Beachy Head. Next day I headed off to Southease and the 3rd day I did something like 16 miles to Hassocks via Clayton Windmills.
    Highlights were leaning over the edge to get a photo of the lighthouse and getting caught in a lightning and hailstorm on Ditchling Beacon.

    • @MythicDawn
      @MythicDawn 11 месяцев назад

      just got back today from doing my first ever wild camp. i stayed on beachy head the night and then walked to southease -- highlight was walking across the seven sisters at sunrise. I want to camp on ditchling beacon next time when i have better kit.

  • @janeeccleston9196
    @janeeccleston9196 2 года назад +1

    Love the vids and a Hollands steak and kidney pud …👍🏼💙

  • @alexdetrojan4534
    @alexdetrojan4534 Год назад

    My Nan used to make steak and kidney pies as a treat when we were kids. Best food going. 👍

  • @ss-sh6nb
    @ss-sh6nb 2 года назад

    You know you can thumbs up Liams videos before even watching them, great work mate 👍🏼

  • @patrickkelly6319
    @patrickkelly6319 2 года назад +1

    These are getting better and better, cinemaphotography is really nice

  • @jackedwards9878
    @jackedwards9878 2 года назад

    Watched a few of your videos now and always amazes me that you eat your “main course” and “desert” at the same time 😂😂

  • @eatwalkstitchsleep
    @eatwalkstitchsleep 2 года назад +3

    Amazing video - you’ve inspired me to, despite chronic illness, build my distance back up and set some goals - Snowdon is my goal for a years time :-)

  • @85gregbrett
    @85gregbrett 2 года назад

    Cool video I've not done the South downs yet so it was nice to see what it's like🤘
    If camping by the sea it's good to wash your tent down when back home as any salty air ruins the waterproofing and also draws moisture out the air making them go moody when packed away

  • @Treeclimbercartel86
    @Treeclimbercartel86 2 года назад

    Good vid Liam going there myself next weekend for a little hike 👍👍

  • @r2dadizubz
    @r2dadizubz 2 года назад +1

    Top spot that.
    Food looked awesome too.
    Oh and the alcohol version of that IPA on draught is 10/10.

  • @mjaymo
    @mjaymo 2 года назад +2

    Loving the channel mate. Fair play to you , it looks like a lot of fun, inspiring and really life affirming. 👍
    Can you do a vid showing us your choice of wild camping kit and why?

  • @weeboi6493
    @weeboi6493 2 года назад

    Incredible!

  • @TonyDaniel-c4d
    @TonyDaniel-c4d 2 года назад +1

    Mate, that opening shot is money! Time to put on the kettle 👍