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A TEAM of experts have named England's top pub walks from lakeside jaunts and forest rambles to circular trails and hilly hikes.
With Boxing Day right around the corner, Brits looking for a new stroll might want to add one of these walks to their list of must-dos.
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A team of experts at outdoor clothing specialist have revealed their top pub walks in England.
They looked at whether the walks were family-friendly and whether there was a pub en route.
Other factors like accessibility, distance and the number of online reviews were also analysed as part of the research.
And with these factors in mind, the Seven Sisters and Friston Forest Circular was crowned the best in England.
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Located near Eastbourne, the 12.7km circular walk takes ramblers past chalk cliffs with cliffside views on the cards.
The walk should take roughly six hours to complete, with three pubs dotted along the route, including The Tiger Inn in East Dean, the Selsey Arms in West Dean and The Cuckmere Inn in Exceat.
There's also a National Trust cafe along the route.
Meanwhile, a walk from Seaford to Eastbourne called "Eastbourne Walk nabbed second place.
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The research from Millets described the walk as "somewhat challenging".
Despite the challenging route, ambitious hikers will be rewarded with stunning views overlooking the English Channel.
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The route always takes walkers past beaches and lighthouses, making it perfect for a summer's day.
The route starts in the centre of Seaford where there are several pubs, including the Old Plough and The Wellington Pub and Bed and Breakfast.
Because the route ends in Eastbourne, there are several pubs at the end of the trail too like The London & County, which is a Wetherspoons boozer.
Mam Tor and The Great Ridge via Elbow Ridge took third place thanks to its panoramic views from the peaks.
Along the route, visitors will be able to take in views over Mam Tor Hill Fort, Hollins Cross and Lose Hill.
On this route, walkers will be able to stop for a pint at The Castle and Ye Olde Nags Head’ in Castleton
Natalie Byrne, author and outdoor enthusiast at Millets commented: "As we are firmly in the winter season, many will be wanting to stay warm and cosy indoors.
"However, a walk is a great way to get all the family together and moving! To allow the whole family to get involved, it is a great idea to choose a route that is accessible to both wheelchairs and prams.
"It is also recommended that you check the difficulty of your walking route as well as the estimated time that it will take for the whole family to walk it.
"Of course, if you have any younger children or any slower walkers, allow for extra time to stop on your walk.”
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HERE are England's best walks with a pub en route.
- Seven Sisters and Friston Forest Circular, Hampshire, West Sussex and East
- Seaford to Eastbourne, South Downs National Park
- Mam Tor and The Great Ridge via Elbow Ridge, Peak District National Park
- Brockenhurst and the Tall Trees Trail Circular, New Forest National Park
- Buttermere Circular, Lake District National Park
- Ambleside and Troutbeck Walk, Lake District National Park
- Whiteleaf and Chequers Circular, Chiltern Hills National Landscape (AONB)
- Skelwith Force, Colwith Force and Cathedral Quarry Circular, Lake District National Park,
- Coln Saint Aldwyns and Bibury Circular, Cotswolds National Landscape
- The Switzerland of Yorkshire Circular, West Yorkshire
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