'Cows in the carriageway' - Unusual traffic disruption reported on East Sussex road
By Sam Morton
Published 22nd Mar 2026, 11:59 GMT
An unusual traffic disruption in East Sussex was swiftly brought under control, after a group of cows strayed onto a busy rural route.
At around 8.40am on Sunday (March 22), motorists were warned of livestock blocking the carriageway on Alfriston Road – between Seaford and Alfriston village.
It was reported near the High and Over Hill area – a renowned viewpoint and scenic spot near Seaford, situated in the South Downs National Park.
Drivers were urged to proceed with care, as the animals roamed freely along the narrow stretch of road.
A Sussex Traffic Watch report read: “Cows in the carriageway – approach with extreme caution.”
The unexpected encounter caused brief delays as vehicles slowed significantly.
By 9am, an update confirmed the situation had been resolved, with the cows safely returned to their field. Traffic conditions quickly returned to normal.