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Things to do in Hastings

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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Sedlescombe Golf Club

Address

Kent Street, Battle, East Sussex, TN33 0SD

Telephone
+44(0)1424 871700

Battle

The parkland golf course measures 6269 yards and with a variety of obstacles including ponds and deep fairway bunkers, challenging for all abilities. It also features a par 3 course which far from being a simple pitch and putt, maintains the…

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Playland

Address

7-9 Pelham Place, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 3AD

Telephone
01424 443244

Hastings

Fun for everyone at this classic seaside amuseuments.

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Hastings Country Park Nature Reserve

Address

Hastings, East Sussex, TN35 5DY

Telephone
+44(0)1424 451066

Hastings

A fabulous nature reserve with stunning coastal scenery situated within the High Weald Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

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Hastings Castle & 1066 Story

Address

Castle Hill Road, West Hill, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 3AR

Telephone
01424 422964

hastings@bluereefaquarium.co.uk

Hastings

Take a step back in time and discover the fascinating history of Britain’s first Norman castle.

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Flower Makers' Museum

Address

58a High Street, Hastings, E Sussex, TN34 3EN

Telephone
+44(0)1424 427793

Hastings

The Shirley Leaf & Petal Company, an extraordinary family business which dates back over 110 years, can be found in Hastings Old Town. Despite its humble surroundings, the company has an extraordinary global reputation as a leading supplier of…

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St Mary in the Castle

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7 Pelham Crescent, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 3AF

Telephone
01424 715 880

Hastings

St Mary in the Castle is a beautiful historic building on Hastings seafront, offering a programme live music and arts and cultural events throughout the year.

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Tea and Deportment Ceremony

Address

Hastings, East Sussex, TN38 0BU

Telephone
07825916401

rebeccagildea@outlook.com

Hastings

Enjoy afternoon tea with Lady Rebecca in historic Hastings. Join Lady Rebecca as she guides you through this fun and quintessentially British experience.
What you’ll learn:
A social history of the famous Afternoon Tea Ceremony
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Two Snakes Tattoo

Address

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

Telephone
01424 429711

Hastings

Tues-Sat 11am-6pm, 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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Hastings Lifeboat

Address

The Stade, Old Town, HASTINGS, East Sussex, TN34 3AL

Telephone
+44(0)1424 425502

hastings_visitorcentre@rnli.org.uk

HASTINGS

The Lifeboat Station is located at The Stade in Hastings Old Town – right next to the fishing fleet berths on the working beach.

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Hi Store

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

Hastings

Art café. Fascinating array of Illustrated books, prints and gifts created by local artists.

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Collared

Address

37E Robertson Street, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1HT

Telephone
01424 719918

Hastings

Collared is a dog accessory and gift shop They source top quality products from around the world for dogs and dog lovers. These include Puppia, West Paw, Wacky Walker, Rough Wear, Walters, and many more.

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Fishermen's Museum

Address

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

Telephone
+44 01424 461446

hastingsfishermensmuseum@googlemail.com

HASTINGS

A former fishermen's church by the old net shops, now a museum on local fishing with ship models, nets, old photos and the Lugger 'Enterprise' which was built in 1912

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B&T Music Shop

Address

9 Claremont, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1HA

Telephone
01424 434480

Hastings

Founded as B&T Keyboards in 1975, B&T Music has evolved into a diverse and reliable retailer of musical instruments, providing advice, servicing and repair, a huge selection of sheet music and a vast inventory of instruments for sale.

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Wow and Flutter

Address

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

Telephone
01424 439859

Hastings

Buys and sell records, comics, arts and books. Refreshments served.
Also sells tickets for gigs in the local area. Fresh stock every week, occasional instore events and exhibitions.

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Xcapestation

Address

White Rock Gardens, Hastings, East Sussex, TN341LD

Telephone
01424 423778

info@abductedlive.co.uk

Hastings

Xcapestation presents Hastings' only escape room, Abducted Live.

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Dyke and Dean

Address

14 Claremont, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1HA

Telephone
01424 429202

Hastings

Interior designers
Monday - Wednesday by appointment only

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Hastings History House

Address

21 Courthouse Street, HASTINGS, East Sussex, TN34 3AU

Telephone
+44(0)1424 424744

ohpscontact@gmail.com

HASTINGS

Located between High Street and The Bourne, Hastings History House is the headquarters of the Old Hastings Preservation Society.

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RSPCA Mallydams Wood

Address

Peter James Lane, Fairlight, HASTINGS, East Sussex, TN35 4AH

Telephone
0300 123 0723

fcanning@rspca.org.uk

HASTINGS

Mallydams Wood looks after thousands of wildlife casualties each year. Welfare of the animals is their priority, so the general public is not allowed to tour the centre. However, supervised visits to support vocational courses or groups can be…

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BattleZone Laser Combat

Address

White Rock Gardens, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1LD

Telephone
+44(0)1424 423778

info@battlezonelive.co.uk

Hastings

Adrenaline-rushing action at Hastings' laser combat zone.

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Clambers Play Centre

Address

White Rock Gardens, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1LD

Telephone
+44 01424 423778

info@clambers.co.uk

Hastings

Indoor and outdoor fun at Clambers Play Centre.

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