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To soak up Hastings’ history, wander the preserved Old Town’s winding streets and tiny twittens crammed with Tudor houses and flower-bedecked cottages, and inhale the hard-working fishing quarter with its towering net huts and ramshackle huts on the beach.

Hastings Old Town lies in a valley between the East and West Hills, each with their own funicular railway. Take the East Hill Lift from the fishing beach up to Hastings Country Park, where on clear days you can see from Beachy Head to Dungeness and as far as Folkestone and the coast of France. The nature reserve covers 345 hectares of coastal gill woodlands, open pasture and cliff top grassland, together with five kilometres of dramatic soft rock cliffs and coastline. It’s one of three Green Flag Award winning parks in the town, the others being the spectacular Alexandra Park with its many lakes and collection of rare trees, and the Regency-style St Leonards Gardens.

Take the West Hill Lift from George Street, up through a tunnel of rock to emerge into the tranquil light of another world. Explore the ruins of Hastings Castle and the labyrinth of caverns hidden deep within the West Hill, packed with the thrilling history of smugglers, bootleggers and warring bloodthirsty gangs.

Then, for a cool, modern twist head for the America Ground. This vibrant triangle in the centre of Hastings was formed when the great storm of 1287 threw up a silt and shingle spit beyond the boundaries of Hastings Borough. Above the independent shops, restaurants and cafes you’ll see the grand architecture of Hastings Library, The Printworks and Holy Trinity Church. These lead you through to the RIBA Stirling Award-winning Hastings Pier and The Source, transformed from its origins as a Turkish baths into the biggest underground BMX and skate park in the world. For non skaters, the balcony café is a great place to watch the action below.

Heading west, the alternative vibe continues as you arrive in St Leonards. Purpose built in the 1800s by James and Decimus Burton as a genteel seaside resort for the aristocracy, its architecture provides a striking backdrop for art galleries, antique shops, chic boutiques and a thriving café culture.

To really immerse yourself in the spirit of the town, a visit to some of its quirky museums is a must. The Shipwreck Museum, opposite the Blue Reef Aquarium, is a fascinating reminder of the dangers of the sea, with lots of information about local wrecks the Amsterdam and the Anne. The nearby Fishermen’s Museum houses Hastings’ last lugger the Enterprise and a suit made of winkle shells, among many other curious exhibits. Just up the road is the ultra-modern Hastings Contemporary, with regularly changing exhibitions of famous contemporary British art.

The Flower Makers’ Museum in the High Street invites you into a world of fabrics, cutters and presses, the tools of this dying art. From there it's a short and scenic walk to admire (from the outside) the house where Foyle's War was filmed. Hastings Museum and Art Gallery on Bohemia Road has excellent regularly changing exhibitions of local and international history and art. It is home to the Durbar Hall, a magnificent carved hall made for the 1886 Colonial & Indian Exhibition in London.

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OWENS

Address

1-3 Robertson Street, HASTINGS, East Sussex, TN34 1HT

info@owens.entertainment.co.uk

HASTINGS

Three floors of pure imagination at Hastings' latest attraction, Owens.

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Source Park BMX

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White Rock, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1JA

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+44(0)1424 238360

Hastings

The Source Park is the World’s largest underground skate park; a hidden gem under Hastings seafront.

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Hastings Adventure and Crazy Golf

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Hastings Seafront, Hastings, E Sussex, TN34 3AJ

Telephone
01424 437227

info@adventuregolf.co.uk

Hastings

Hastings Adventure Golf is the UK home of Miniature Golf and features no less than 3, 18-hole courses... Pirate Golf, Adventure Golf and Crazy Golf.

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Hastings Pier

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White Rock, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1JU

Hastings

Promenade 272 metres out to sea on rebuilt and revamped pier, which won a RIBA award for its slick and sustainable architecture.

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Hastings Visitor Information Centre

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Station Approach, HASTINGS, East Sussex, TN34 1BA

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Hastings Visitor Information Centre is now closed.

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Historic Experiences

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East Sussex, TN34 3EG

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+44(0)787 601 0835

tina@historicexperiences.com

Immerse yourself in history with a bespoke tour of Hastings.

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Priory Meadow Shopping Centre

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Priory Street, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1PH

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+44(0)1424 718049

enquiries@priorymeadow.com

Hastings

Priory Meadow Shopping Centre is located in the heart of the seaside town of Hastings – and is a short walk away from the seafront. With more than 50 shops and and over 1,000 car parking spaces, we have what you need for a great day out! Including,…

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White Rock Theatre

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White Rock, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1JX

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+44 01424 462288

enquiries@whiterocktheatre.org.uk

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Home to the best live entertainment in East Sussex.

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Hastings Aquarium

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Rock-a-Nore Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 3DW

Telephone
01424 718776

hastings@bluereefaquarium.co.uk

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Located in the heart of Hastings Old Town, Blue Reef Hastings is home to over 3,500 incredible aquatic animals and reptiles; embark on your amazing underwater safari!

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Hastings Museum and Art Gallery

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Johns Place, Bohemia Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1ET

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+44 01424 451052

museum@hastings.gov.uk

Hastings

Visit Hastings’ family-friendly and diverse Museum and Art Gallery for an exploration of art, heritage and history from around the world.

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Vine and Country Tours

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Various locations, TN34 3HL

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07846 747070

hello@vineandcountrytours.co.uk

With 30+ vineyards across Kent & Sussex their private tours will take you to some of the UK’s best vineyards, secreted boutiques, and hidden gems.

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Cliff Railways - East Hill

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East Hill, Rock-a-Nore Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 3EG

visit1066country@hastings.gov.uk

Hastings

The United Kingdom's steepest funicular railway is not only a structure of national importance but also a source of immense local pride.

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Cliff Railways - West Hill

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West Hill, George Street, Hastings, East Sussex

visit1066country@hastings.gov.uk

Hastings

A heritage funicular railway on Hastings' West Hill.

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Alexandra Park

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St Helens Road/Lower Park Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 2LG

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+44 (0)1424 451111

Hastings

A 10 minute walk from Hastings town centre, this Grade II Listed Victorian park is one of the finest to be found anywhere in the country.

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Hastings Contemporary

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Rock-A-Nore Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 3DW

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+44(0)1424 728377

info@hastingscontemporary.org

Hastings

Nestling between the fishing beach and Hastings Old Town, Hastings Contemporary is sensitively and intuitively designed by HAT Projects to complement the surrounding environment.

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Carr Taylor Vineyard

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Wheel Lane, Westfield, Hastings, East Sussex, TN35 4SG

Telephone
+44 01424 752501

sales@carr-taylor.co.uk

Hastings

David & Linda Carr Taylor established the vineyard, in the picturesque Sussex countryside just north of Hastings, more than 30 years ago and quickly gained international recognition for their award winning English wines.

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The British Tea Museum

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The British Tea Museum, 42 George Street, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 3EA

Telephone
07825 916 401

info@thebritishteamuseum.com

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Celebrating the customs and manners of British teatime.

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Smugglers Adventure at St Clements Caves

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St Clements Caves, West Hill, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 3HY

Telephone
+44 01424 422964

smugglers@discoverhastings.co.uk

Hastings

An exciting adventure for all the family as you explore the sandstone wonders of St Clements Caves and discover many surprises around every darkened corner.

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Trinity Wholefoods

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3 Trinity Street, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1HG

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+44(0)1424 430473

Hastings

Extensive range of dried fruits, nuts, seeds and grains. Delicious Trinity-made veggie and vegan take-aways.
Free recipe sheets.
Natural body and face products
Natural remedies and supplements.
Eco-friendly household products.

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Two Snakes Tattoo

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8 Trinity Street, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1HG

Telephone
01424 429711

Hastings

Tues-Sat 11am-6pm

High end tattoos in all styles, made by world famous artists and guest artists from all around Europe and beyond.

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