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The Litlington White Horse is a chalk hill figure in East Sussex, England, depicting a prancing horse on the South Downs near Litlington. The present figure was cut in 1924 by John T. Ade, replacing an earlier horse, and it has been maintained by periodic clearing and replenishment of chalk. It is a local landscape landmark for visitors and walkers exploring the South Downs and the Cuckmere Valley.
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Where is the Litlington White Horse in East Sussex?
It is cut into Hindover Hill, locally called High-and-Over, in the South Downs near Litlington and Alfriston. The figure overlooks the River Cuckmere and is one of East Sussex's two surviving hill figures, alongside the Long Man of Wilmington.
Who cut the present Litlington White Horse?
Local farmer John T. Ade and two companions cut the present figure during the night of February 20, 1924. It replaced an earlier horse, probably created in 1836 or 1838 and associated with Queen Victoria's coronation.
Why does the Litlington White Horse have a prancing pose?
The 1924 figure was originally a standing horse, but conservation work in 1983 adjusted it into a prancing pose. The change helped keep chalk rubble from slipping down the steep 45-degree slope and reduced erosion around the legs.
Was the Litlington White Horse used in a video game?
Yes. It was the solution location in Pimania, a 1982 text-and-graphics adventure game created by Automata UK, and the clues were solved in 1985.
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