Attractions in Herstmonceux & Things to Do in Herstmonceux
(and nearby)

Knockhatch Adventure Park (4 Miles)*
Kanockhatch Adventure Park. So much to see and do!
Bexhill Museum (6 Miles)*
Newly refurbished and extended, the displays and exhibitions have something for everyone to enjoy.
1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield (7 Miles)*
1066 is the one date in English history which stands out above all others. Visit the site of the Battle of Hastings, where the course of England's history changed forever on October 14th, 1066.
Battle Museum (7 Miles)*
The town of Battle grew up around the Abbey founded by King William after his victory at the Battle of Hastings in 1066. This museum offers a glimpse of Battle's rich history.
Bexhill Costume Museum (7 Miles)*
Bexhill Museum is situated in the attractive setting of the Manor Gardens, Old Town. Exhibits include costumes, accessories and memorabilia from the 18th century to the 1970's.
Batemans (7 Miles)*
The homely sandstone house of Bateman's was the former home of Rudyard Kipling from 1902 to 1936. Literary fans will recognize the house which is mentioned in his autobiography.
Eastbourne Pier (8 Miles)*
Take a stroll along the Victorian boardwalk and take a step back in time. Take in the sights and sounds and you'll be amazed at what you find.
Drusillas Park (8 Miles)*
Where else can you get nose to nose with nature and have the most memorable fun-finding-out day out you can imagine?
How We Lived Then Museum of Shops (8 Miles)*
In this "late -Regency" town house, built in 1850, you will see 100 years of Shopping and Social History, uniquely captured in many old Shops, Rooms and Displays.
Bentley Wildfowl & Motor Museum (10 Miles)*
The renowned waterfowl collection was started by the late Gerald Askew in the 1960's and soon became the largest private collection in the UK.
Seven Sisters Sheep Centre (10 Miles)*
A warm welcome awaits you at this family run farm set in the Sussex downland, only one mile from Beachy Head. We have probably the largest collection of sheep in the world with over 40 different breeds of sheep
Firle Place (10 Miles)*
Firle Place is the home of the Gage family and has been for over 500 years. This unique Tudor house is set at the foot of the Sussex Downs within its own parkland and boasts a very interesting history.
Charleston (11 Miles)*
In 1916 the artists Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant moved to Sussex with their unconventional household. From the moment they arrived they began to transform the house with decorations.
Underwater World (11 Miles)*
Underwater World is a marine life experience which is totally unique to Hastings. Enjoy a voyage of discovery to the ocean depths.
Pashley Manor Gardens (12 Miles)*
'One of the finest Gardens in England' Pashley offers a sumptuous blend of romantic landscaping, imaginative plantings and fine old trees, fountains, springs and large ponds with interest and colour throughout the year.
Bodiam Castle (12 Miles)*
A castle always makes an exciting day out, and Bodiam Castle in East Sussex is no exception.
Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest (14 Miles)*
Open all year, Bedgebury is the perfect place to walk, cycle, ride or play in a spectacular world of trees.
Scotney Castle (14 Miles)*
A visit to Scotney Castle is a great 2-for-1 deal. Start with the 19th century "new" neo-Tudor style house which was built for Edward Hussey in 1837.
Bayham Abbey (15 Miles)*
Come and enjoy this romantic Abbey ruin, set in the picturesque valley of the River Teise, in the heart of the Weald.
Finchcocks (15 Miles)*
Finchcocks is a fine early Georgian manor in a beautiful unspoilt setting which houses a magnificent collection of some ninety historical keyboard instruments.
Bluebell Railway (16 Miles)*
The Bluebell Railway was the first preserved standard gauge passenger line in the UK. In 1960 it reopened part of the Lewes to East Grinstead line of the old London Brighton and South Coast Railway.
Sheffield Park and Garden (16 Miles)*
Sheffield Park may be one National Trust property that cricket lovers will really want to visit. It was the site of the first England v. Australia cricket match in 1884.
Groombridge Place Gardens and the Enchanted Forest (17 Miles)*
Welcome to Groombridge, a beautiful wealden valley with an incredible 700 year old history.
Hole Park Gardens (17 Miles)*
Hole Park Gardens are situated on the edge of the picturesque Weald village of Rolvenden. A family owned estate Hole Park has been owned by the Barham family for the past four generations.
Tunbridge Wells Museum and Art Gallery (17 Miles)*
Tunbridge Wells Museum and Art Gallery shares the special story of the borough of Tunbridge Wells.
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.



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