Days out in East Sussex

• 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield
  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.
  
• Batemans
  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.
  
• Battle Abbey
  One of the most well-known battles in English history is the Battle of Hastings which took place between Harold I and William the Conqueror in 1066.
  
• Battle Museum
  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.
  
• Bentley Wildfowl & Motor Museum
  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.
  
• Bexhill Costume Museum
  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.
  
• Bexhill Museum
  Newly refurbished and extended, the displays and exhibitions have something for everyone to enjoy.
  
• Bluebell Railway
  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.
  
• Bodiam Castle
  A castle always makes an exciting day out, and Bodiam Castle in East Sussex is no exception.
  
• Booth Museum of Natural History
  The Booth Museum is the creation of the Victorian ornithologist Edward Booth. It was built in 1874 to house his collection of stuffed British birds.
  
• Brighton Museum & Art Gallery
  The museum features state-of-the-art visitor facilities, a series of innovative redesigned galleries and wide-ranging collections brought to life using the latest interpretative techniques.
  
• Brighton Pier
  Brighton Pier is a seaside landmark which harks back to the Victorian age. The pier is filled with amusement arcades and fairground attractions, but you can also enjoy a gentle stroll more than 500 metres out to sea.
  
• Brighton Sea Life Centre
  The Brighton Sea Life centre offers a fun and educational day out whatever the weather. With over 1,500 creatures and 50 displays, you will be hard pressed to find a more enjoyable day for the whole family!
  
• Charleston
  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.
  
• Drusillas Park
  Where else can you get nose to nose with nature and have the most memorable fun-finding-out day out you can imagine?
  
• Eastbourne Pier
  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.
  
• Firle Place
  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.
  
• How We Lived Then Museum of Shops
  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.
  
• Knockhatch Adventure Park
  Kanockhatch Adventure Park. So much to see and do!
  
• Pashley Manor Gardens
  '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.
  
• Seven Sisters Sheep Centre
  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
  
• Sheffield Park and Garden
  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.
  
• Story of Rye
  700 years of Rye history are brought to life in this fascinating and informative show, centred on the beautifully crafted model created to show Rye as it was in the early 19th century.
  
• The Royal Pavilion, Brighton
  Experience the magical world of Brighton's Royal Pavilion, home to three British monarchs. Decorated in the Chinese taste with an Indian exterior this Regency Palace is quite breathtaking.
  
• Underwater World
  Underwater World is a marine life experience which is totally unique to Hastings. Enjoy a voyage of discovery to the ocean depths.
  

Places to Visit in East Sussex

• Alfriston
  Alfriston lies in the Cuckmere Valley and is the epitome of an English Village. There are a variety of shops in the village including an authentic Village Shop, several good coffee shops and various pubs.
  
• Barcombe Mills Station
  BR made extensive use of the route through Barcombe Mills Station for diversions from the Brighton line right up until closure, with the winter of 1968-69 being particularly busy.
  
• Battle
  Battle is a small town in East Sussex, which grew up on the site of the Battle of Hastings in 1066.
  
• Brighton and Hove
  The city of Brighton and Hove is a popular seaside resort in Sussex, best known for its pier, shops, beach and Royal Pavilion.
  
• Eastbourne
  Eastbourne is a large town of just under 100,000 residents on the East Sussex coast between Brighton and Hastings.
  
• Hastings
  Hastings is located on the south coast of England in East Sussex, overlooking the English Channel. Despite having no natural harbour, it developed a large fishing fleet.
  
• Icklesham
  Icklesham is a small village on the main A259 between Hastings and Rye. In earlier times it dominated the river brede in the valley to the north and is believed to have been a prime target to the Normans in 1066 when they landed.
  
• Lewes
  Lewes is the county town of East Sussex. The castle overlooks the town and is open to visitors, as is the Barbican Museum opposite it. In such an historic town as Lewes there is obviously much to see.
  
• Newhaven
  The coastal port of Newhaven is situated at the mouth of the River Ouse. Newhaven still has a daily ferry service to Dieppe and the harbour is always busy and a fascinating place to visit.
  
• Pevensey Bay
  Pevensey Bay is on the coast of East Sussex, about five miles northeast of Eastbourne. The parish of Pevensey includes both the inland village of Pevensey and Pevensey Bay, which are about a mile apart.
  
• Rye
  The historic small town of Rye stands on the edge of Romney Marsh in East Sussex. It is at the confluence of the Brede, Tillingham and Rother rivers.
  
• Rye Harbour
  The fishing village Rye Harbour sits near the mouth of the river Rother, in East Sussex and still has small boats moored along the river.
  
• Seaford
  Seaford is a seaside town on the south coast situated between Brighton and Eastbourne. The coast and countryside attract many visitors to this area.