Julie's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Famous for the bright white cliffs, this is a fabulous beauty spot to visit.
The dramatic 530 feet high cliffs of Beachy Head give stunning views over Eastbourne and the English Channel.
Walk from the foot of Beachy Head or climb to the top for dramatic views of the famous red and white-striped lighthouse.
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Beachy Head
Famous for the bright white cliffs, this is a fabulous beauty spot to visit.
The dramatic 530 feet high cliffs of Beachy Head give stunning views over Eastbourne and the English Channel.
Walk from the foot of Beachy Head or climb to the top for dramatic views of the famous red and white-striped lighthouse.
The oldest brick building of note still standing in the country, Herstmonceux Castle was also once the largest private home in fifteenth century England. Today, the majestic, moated castle is the centrepiece of a beautiful 300 acre estate. Beyond formal gardens like the Rose, Elizabethan and Shakespeare, the grounds extend into open areas and woodland that include a children’s play area, a rope maze, and a Georgian-style folly – all ideal for families to explore.
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Castillo de Herstmonceux
The oldest brick building of note still standing in the country, Herstmonceux Castle was also once the largest private home in fifteenth century England. Today, the majestic, moated castle is the centrepiece of a beautiful 300 acre estate. Beyond formal gardens like the Rose, Elizabethan and Shakespeare, the grounds extend into open areas and woodland that include a children’s play area, a rope maze, and a Georgian-style folly – all ideal for families to explore.
Walk the massive outer walls and gatehouse of one of the Romans' Saxon shore forts, within which the Normans built another oval-shaped castle, now ruined. Parts of the towers, keep and chapel remain and Elizabethan catapult balls and cannon can also be seen.
Reopened in summer 2019, the castle features a new interpretation that tells its story from when it was first fortified by the Romans, to its time used as a coastal fortress in WWII. The dungeon is now accessible all year round, as are two towers that weren’t previously accessible, and a new museum showcases jewellery, household items and weaponry, reflecting not only the castle's military occupation but also its history as a home to families over the centuries.
A new trail for children takes them on a mission around the castle and gets them to explore its nooks and crannies and look for hidden things.
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Pevensey Castle
Castle RoadWalk the massive outer walls and gatehouse of one of the Romans' Saxon shore forts, within which the Normans built another oval-shaped castle, now ruined. Parts of the towers, keep and chapel remain and Elizabethan catapult balls and cannon can also be seen.
Reopened in summer 2019, the castle features a new interpretation that tells its story from when it was first fortified by the Romans, to its time used as a coastal fortress in WWII. The dungeon is now accessible all year round, as are two towers that weren’t previously accessible, and a new museum showcases jewellery, household items and weaponry, reflecting not only the castle's military occupation but also its history as a home to families over the centuries.
A new trail for children takes them on a mission around the castle and gets them to explore its nooks and crannies and look for hidden things.
Lovely Victorian pier with plenty of amusements.
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Eastbourne Pier
Grand ParadeLovely Victorian pier with plenty of amusements.
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/birling-gap-and-the-seven-sisters
Birling Gap and Crowlink, near Eastbourne in East Sussex, are part of the world famous Seven Sisters chalk cliffs, one of the longest stretches of undeveloped coastline on the south coast.
One minute you can be walking on ancient downland, the next you could be rockpooling below towering cliffs of chalk. Spectacular, unspoilt views of the sea can be seen from all angles.
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National Trust Birling Gap y Seven Sisters
Beachy Head Roadhttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/birling-gap-and-the-seven-sisters
Birling Gap and Crowlink, near Eastbourne in East Sussex, are part of the world famous Seven Sisters chalk cliffs, one of the longest stretches of undeveloped coastline on the south coast.
One minute you can be walking on ancient downland, the next you could be rockpooling below towering cliffs of chalk. Spectacular, unspoilt views of the sea can be seen from all angles.
City/town information
Set between hills that reach to the sea, Hastings is an oyster that comes with its own grit, where the smooth bustle of modern life rubs along with the rough edges of tradition. Look up and you’ll see the ruins of the castle watching over the town, as they have in one guise or another for nearly 1,000 years. The three-mile seafront stretches from the fishing fleet at the eastern end through the hustle and bustle of the arcades and funfair rides, to the pier and unique double-decker promenade Bottle Alley, arriving finally at peaceful Grosvenor Gardens.
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Hastings
Set between hills that reach to the sea, Hastings is an oyster that comes with its own grit, where the smooth bustle of modern life rubs along with the rough edges of tradition. Look up and you’ll see the ruins of the castle watching over the town, as they have in one guise or another for nearly 1,000 years. The three-mile seafront stretches from the fishing fleet at the eastern end through the hustle and bustle of the arcades and funfair rides, to the pier and unique double-decker promenade Bottle Alley, arriving finally at peaceful Grosvenor Gardens.
Whether you fancy taking in a West End show at an Eastbourne theatre or concert at Eastbourne’s fabulous bandstand, enjoying a stroll on the iconic Victorian pier, jogging on the beach, swimming in the sea, rollerskating along the promenade and seafront or even having a go at some water sports, Eastbourne can offer it all.
Eastbourne town centre boasts a large selection of shops for food and drink, theatres, art galleries, bars, clubs and restaurants. It’s also a family friendly resort – to keep the kids entertained, the Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway and Treasure Island offer plenty of entertainment, including rides, adventure golf and indoor soft play area, and there are bags of further attractions to visit within the surrounding region around Eastbourne.
The Beacon shopping centre in Eastbourne has been completely refurbished and extended with an £85m investment to include new restaurants and a cinema complex.
The Devonshire Quarter in Eastbourne, incorporating the Congress and Devonshire Park theatres and Eastbourne tennis complex is also undergoing significant, multi-million pound investments to further improve the cultural and sporting offering in Eastbourne.
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Eastbourne
Whether you fancy taking in a West End show at an Eastbourne theatre or concert at Eastbourne’s fabulous bandstand, enjoying a stroll on the iconic Victorian pier, jogging on the beach, swimming in the sea, rollerskating along the promenade and seafront or even having a go at some water sports, Eastbourne can offer it all.
Eastbourne town centre boasts a large selection of shops for food and drink, theatres, art galleries, bars, clubs and restaurants. It’s also a family friendly resort – to keep the kids entertained, the Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway and Treasure Island offer plenty of entertainment, including rides, adventure golf and indoor soft play area, and there are bags of further attractions to visit within the surrounding region around Eastbourne.
The Beacon shopping centre in Eastbourne has been completely refurbished and extended with an £85m investment to include new restaurants and a cinema complex.
The Devonshire Quarter in Eastbourne, incorporating the Congress and Devonshire Park theatres and Eastbourne tennis complex is also undergoing significant, multi-million pound investments to further improve the cultural and sporting offering in Eastbourne.
Kids
Enjoy a great family day out at one of the top kids days out in Sussex. Widely regarded as the best small zoo in the country they've created an animal and child friendly environment where the focus is always on fun finding out. However, animals are only half the fun; Go Wild!, Get Wet!, Go Safari!, Amazon Adventure, Mungo's Adventure Maze and all the children's rides are paradise for anyone wanting a theme park experience.
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Drusillas Park
Alfriston RoadEnjoy a great family day out at one of the top kids days out in Sussex. Widely regarded as the best small zoo in the country they've created an animal and child friendly environment where the focus is always on fun finding out. However, animals are only half the fun; Go Wild!, Get Wet!, Go Safari!, Amazon Adventure, Mungo's Adventure Maze and all the children's rides are paradise for anyone wanting a theme park experience.
Fort Fun is Eastbourne’s best family fun adventure park with lots to do both indoor and outdoor!
The park has plenty to channel the energy of the littles ones - from a ball game court to a cool self-contained outdoor jungle gym and giant bouncy pillow. Fort Fun has its own construction-themed Diggerland sand play area and a creative miniature role play zone - Imagination Village. Looking for more? There are also Dodgems and the Carousel to enjoy a few rides on, plus an 18-hole American Adventure mini golf course, ideal for a friendly family tournament.
Feeling the summer vibes? Head straight to the Splash Park water park for hours of wet fun featuring water slides, bucket tippers, plus wet play and interactive squirty water features. Wetsuits and water play shoes are advised, and don't forget the waterproof sunscreen!
Fun Fort Eastbourne is prepared for the infamous British weather too. The indoor section features a big jungle gym with a dedicated toddler area, so there will be plenty to do even if it rains.
Outdoor area, featuring a water park, golf course, role play & more
Indoor soft play centre
Live stage for daily entertainment & performances
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Fort Fun
Royal ParadeFort Fun is Eastbourne’s best family fun adventure park with lots to do both indoor and outdoor!
The park has plenty to channel the energy of the littles ones - from a ball game court to a cool self-contained outdoor jungle gym and giant bouncy pillow. Fort Fun has its own construction-themed Diggerland sand play area and a creative miniature role play zone - Imagination Village. Looking for more? There are also Dodgems and the Carousel to enjoy a few rides on, plus an 18-hole American Adventure mini golf course, ideal for a friendly family tournament.
Feeling the summer vibes? Head straight to the Splash Park water park for hours of wet fun featuring water slides, bucket tippers, plus wet play and interactive squirty water features. Wetsuits and water play shoes are advised, and don't forget the waterproof sunscreen!
Fun Fort Eastbourne is prepared for the infamous British weather too. The indoor section features a big jungle gym with a dedicated toddler area, so there will be plenty to do even if it rains.
Outdoor area, featuring a water park, golf course, role play & more
Indoor soft play centre
Live stage for daily entertainment & performances
Treasure Island is a complex of pirate-y goodness for all weather conditions.
Buccaneers' Indoor Adventure is a huge multi level indoor soft play area featuring all the classics one expects with other fun themed activities, and also has a separate area for tiny tots with amusing little features of their own. There is a comfortable seated area for adults with refreshments and snacks available from their Hungry Pirate Cafe.
Treasure Island Outdoor Adventure Park you can climb aboard a classic Long John Silver style shipwreck replete with slides, bridges, netted walkways and zip line! Enjoy the oodles of open parkland or splash in the paddling lagoon before searching for treasure on the sandy beach. An atmospheric gem great for kids who love role and imagination play. Take a change of clothes, there's opportunity to get wet.
Pirates' Adventure Golf is an exciting 8 hole course, pleasantly floodlit for summer evenings. Putt over and under bridges and through little caves alongside extraordinarily well themed landscaping riddled with enchanting Pirate lore.
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Treasure Island Adventure Park
5 Royal ParadeTreasure Island is a complex of pirate-y goodness for all weather conditions.
Buccaneers' Indoor Adventure is a huge multi level indoor soft play area featuring all the classics one expects with other fun themed activities, and also has a separate area for tiny tots with amusing little features of their own. There is a comfortable seated area for adults with refreshments and snacks available from their Hungry Pirate Cafe.
Treasure Island Outdoor Adventure Park you can climb aboard a classic Long John Silver style shipwreck replete with slides, bridges, netted walkways and zip line! Enjoy the oodles of open parkland or splash in the paddling lagoon before searching for treasure on the sandy beach. An atmospheric gem great for kids who love role and imagination play. Take a change of clothes, there's opportunity to get wet.
Pirates' Adventure Golf is an exciting 8 hole course, pleasantly floodlit for summer evenings. Putt over and under bridges and through little caves alongside extraordinarily well themed landscaping riddled with enchanting Pirate lore.
Interactive science, workshops and events, with a huge telescope in the astronomical observatory.
Lots of fun for kids.
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Centro de Ciencias Observatorio
Interactive science, workshops and events, with a huge telescope in the astronomical observatory.
Lots of fun for kids.
Consejos para la ciudad
Facilidad para moverse por la casa
Taxis and Transport
Pevensey & Westham Train Station Trains to Eastbourne, Brighton and London Victoria
720 Taxis 01323 720720
Sussex Cars 01323 726726
Bus stop, St.Wilfrid’s Church, Pevensey Bay 99 bus runs twice an hour to Hastings and Eastbourne
Qué debes empacar
Bring your own Beach Towels
Bathroom towels are not to be used on the beach
Qué debes empacar
Kadai fire pit
Bring some charcoal, logs and firelighters for the fire pit