Explore Sussex

Treat Eastbourne as your base as you explore what Sussex has to offer. With numerous National Trust properties, miles and miles of downland, and envious coastline and beaches, there's plenty to do all in one place.

National Trust

Alfriston Clergy House and Birling Gap are the closest National Trust properties to Eastbourne. With Birling Gap being only a 10 minute drive from the Town Centre up along some of the most beautiful roads on the South Coast.

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Visit Lewes

The district of Lewes is a special part of the South East of England, with so many wonderful things to see and do. Surrounded by the South Downs National Park, close to miles of unspoilt coastline, these towns and villages are full of history, culture and a spirit of independence.

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Visit Brighton

Brighton sits just under 30 miles West along the coast from Eastbourne. Easily accessible by Train & Bus, with plenty of things to see & do including a Pier packed full of attractions, cool bars & restaurants, the British Airways i360 and The Pavilion.

Visit Brighton Website

1066 Country

Not far from Eastbourne, on England’s south coast, is 1066 Country. From earliest times to today it has been a place of creativity and escape – alternative lives lived and timeless stories told. Original by nature, it has its own take on contemporary living and culture.

Visit 1066 Country Website

Inspiration

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Rotherfield

Address

Rotherfield Village Centre, East Sussex, TN6 3LJ

Telephone
01892 515675

touristinformationcentre@tunbridgewells.gov.uk

Address

Rotherfield Village Centre, East Sussex, TN6 3LJ

Rotherfield has a feeling of ancient times and as it lies on the top of a hill it provides beautiful views. The village is home to some antique shops, and you will find two typical Sussex pubs here.
Arlington

Address

Tourist Information, Cornfield Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 4QA

Telephone
0871 663 0031

tic@eastbourne.gov.uk

Address

Tourist Information, Cornfield Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 4QA

Arlington is a small village situated just off the main A27 road, approximately 10 miles from Eastbourne. Arlington has existed since Roman times and in Saxon times Arlington was a farming village.
Hastings

Address

Tourist Information Centre, Queens Square, Priory Meadow, Hastings, TN34 1TL

Telephone
01424 781111

hic_info@hastings.gov.uk

Address

Tourist Information Centre, Queens Square, Priory Meadow, Hastings, TN34 1TL

Hastings lies on the Sussex coast. Hastings is made up of the historic old town and the modern town. Hastings is well known for the Battle of Hastings in 1066.
Winchelsea

Address

Tourist Information, The Heritage Centre, Strand Quay, Rye, TN31 7AY

Telephone
01797 226696

ryetic@rother.gov.uk

Address

Tourist Information, The Heritage Centre, Strand Quay, Rye, TN31 7AY

Winchelsea is the smallest town in England, it is situated just 2 miles west of medieval Rye. Winchelsea is full of character, with fine views and delightful walks.
Mayfield

Address

The Old Manor House, High Street, Mayfield, East Sussex, TN20 6AL

Telephone
01892 515675

touristinformationcentre@tunbridgewells.gov.uk

Address

The Old Manor House, High Street, Mayfield, East Sussex, TN20 6AL

Mayfield is a large village in north East Sussex, just 9 miles from Tunbridge Wells. Mayfield has a beautiful high street with raised brick pavements. If you stroll down the high street you will find some lovely black and white houses.
Seaford

Address

East Sussex, BN25 1NP

Telephone
01323 897426

seaford.tic@lewes.gov.uk

Address

East Sussex, BN25 1NP

Seaford is a quiet seaside resort located at the foot of the South Downs. Main attractions include the beach and a shopping centre. Alternatively you can have a stroll in the countryside if you prefer.
Heathfield

Address

East Sussex, TN21 8HU

Telephone
01424 773721

battletic@rother.gov.uk

Address

East Sussex, TN21 8HU

Heathfield is a small town situated in the Wealden District in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Heathfield has a population of approx 7,500 people. Heathfield is a small market town surrounded by rolling countryside.
Shoreham

Address

Tourist Information Centre, Chapel Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 1HL

Telephone
01903 221066

tic@worthing.gov.uk

Address

Tourist Information Centre, Chapel Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 1HL

Shoreham-by-Sea is a medium sized town on the Sussex coast. Shoreham is surrounded by some lovely countryside.
Alfriston

Address

High Street, Alfriston, East Sussex, BN26 5UE

Telephone
01323 415 415

tic@eastbourne.gov.uk

Address

High Street, Alfriston, East Sussex, BN26 5UE

Alfriston is a beautiful old Sussex village which lies in the Cuckmere valley in East Sussex. Alfriston has a range of shops mainly specialising in gifts, there are also restaurants.
Pevensey

Address

Tourist Information, Cornfield Road, Eastbourne, BN21 4QA

Telephone
0871 663 0031

tic@eastbourne.gov.uk

Address

Tourist Information, Cornfield Road, Eastbourne, BN21 4QA

Pevensey, a small village built on the east side of Pevensey castle. Pevensey's history is tied in very closely with the Castle. In Roman times the sea did actually lap around the base of the castle, however today the sea is 2 miles away.
Hailsham

Address

Tourist Information, Cornfield Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 4QL

Telephone
0871 663 0031

tic@eastbourne.gov.uk

Address

Tourist Information, Cornfield Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 4QL

Hailsham is a small town with a range of shops and is the centre for surrounding villages. Hailsham's shopping precincts include Quintins and Vicarage Field. Hailsham has its own leisure centre, The Lagoon.
Royal Tunbridge Wells

Address

Tourist Information Centre, The Old Fish Market, The Pantiles, Royal Tunbridge Wells, TN2 5TN

Telephone
01892 515675

touristinformationcentre@tunbridgewells.gov.uk

Address

Tourist Information Centre, The Old Fish Market, The Pantiles, Royal Tunbridge Wells, TN2 5TN

Royal Tunbridge Wells is a Wealden Town in West Kent just north of the border with East Sussex. In Georgian times Tunbridge Wells had a reputation of a place to see and be seen amongst the fashionable and Royalty.
Rye

Address

Tourist Information Centre, The Heritage Centre, Strand Quay, Rye, TN31 7AY

Telephone
01797 226696

ryetic@rother.gov.uk

Address

Tourist Information Centre, The Heritage Centre, Strand Quay, Rye, TN31 7AY

If you want to escape the strains of everyday life you can escape to the historic town of Rye. A beautiful town with a range of things to do from visiting Rye Museum to wandering through the cobbled streets.
Herstmonceux

Address

Herstmonceux Village Information Centre, 3 The Old Forge, Gardner Street, Herstmonceux, BN27 4LG

Telephone
01323 833961

Address

Herstmonceux Village Information Centre, 3 The Old Forge, Gardner Street, Herstmonceux, BN27 4LG

Hertmonceux is a village near Hailsham in East Sussex. Herstmonceux is home to the magnificent Herstmonceux Castle, which was built by Sir Roger Fiennes. Herstmonceux has won Village of the Year 2006.
Worthing

Address

Tourist Information, Chapel Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 1HL

Telephone
01903 221066

tic@worthing.gov.uk

Address

Tourist Information, Chapel Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 1HL

Worthing is the largest town in West Sussex; it has a population of around 100000 people. Worthing is situated in the South Downs and has five miles of award winning coast line.
Old Town

Address

Motcombe Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 1PU

Telephone
01323 415415

tic@eastbourne.gov.uk

Address

Motcombe Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 1PU

Eastbourne's oldest village in the heart of town features a 12th century pub, St Mary's Church, Pilgrims House, independent shopping streets and the pretty Manor Gardens and Motcombe Park and Lake.
Firle

Address

Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 6LP

Telephone
01273 483448

lewes.tic@lewes.gov.uk

Address

Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 6LP

Some say Firle village is 'like stepping back in time'. As you wind your way through the narrow street you will notice how un-spoilt the area is.
East Dean

Address

The Gilbert Estate Office, Upper Street, East Dean, East Sussex, BN20 0BY

Telephone
01323 423906

info@beachyhead.org.uk

Address

The Gilbert Estate Office, Upper Street, East Dean, East Sussex, BN20 0BY

A beautiful South Downs village close to Beachy Head and Birling Gap beach.
Battle

Address

Tourist Information, Battle Abbey, Gatehouse, Battle, TN33 0AD

Telephone
01797 229049

battletic@rother.gov.uk

Address

Tourist Information, Battle Abbey, Gatehouse, Battle, TN33 0AD

The name Battle comes from the Battle of Hastings in 1066 fought between Harold the Saxon king and William the Conqueror. William the conqueror built the Abbey of St Martin of which the town grew up.
Photograph by Chris Parker
East Grinstead

Address

Tourist Information Centre, East Grinstead Library, West Street, East Grinstead, RH19 4SR

Telephone
01342 410121

tourism@eastgrinstead.gov.uk

Address

Tourist Information Centre, East Grinstead Library, West Street, East Grinstead, RH19 4SR

East Grinstead an ancient market town is surrounded by some beautiful countryside. If you walk along the historic High Street you will be taken back through 800 years of Sussex heritage.