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Feel the echoes of battle through centuries of stone, contrasting with the modern lifestyles buzzing around them. Dig your toes into the sand, gulls crying overhead, the light dazzling the water. Walk the winding cobbled streets seeking out quirky shops and secret passageways. Welcome to 1066 Country.

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Adrenalin

This is battle country - try your hand at target sports or live laser combat!
Adventure parks

Fantastic adventure parks await your family, with exotic animals to meet and exciting activities to enjoy.
Amusements

No visit to the seaside is complete without spending all your 2p pieces trying to win a keyring.
Beaches

Camber is the undisputed king of beaches in this region, with its undulating white sand dunes and wide, shallow beach.
Castles

Six famous castles: soaring battlements, majestic moats, palatial piles and crumbling ruins.
Cinemas

Take your cinema experience to the next level at Kino Rye and Kino Teatr in St Leonards, Hastings.
Cycling

Where to hire bikes, buy bikes, ride bikes and celebrate bikes in 1066 Country.
Family

Adventure parks, water sports, castles and beaches – there's loads to do for children both young and old.
Galleries

Four fantastic galleries bring major national and international artists to 1066 Country, through exhibitions and permanent collections.
Gardens

Lily-covered lakes, beautiful borders, a tulip festival and a national pinetum. Garden fans, you're in for a treat.
Golf

Whether you like your golf beachside, countrified or crazy, we have a course for you.
Historic sites

Beyond the famous battlefield, 1066 Country is rich in history – from giant steam pumps to literary inspirations.
Museums

To really get to know 1066 Country, a visit to its museums is a must. From shipwrecks to flowermaking, our history is here.
Railways

Travel back in time on the Kent & East Sussex Railway, puffing through the idyllic countryside between Tenterden and Bodiam.
Shopping

From antiques to boutiques, there's great shopping to be had in 1066 Country. Find out where to go.
Theatre

Comedy, plays and dance – visit our theatres and find out what's coming up.
Vineyards

You're in wine country here, and it'd be almost rude not to sample an award-winning vino or two.
Walks

In 1066 Country you’re never far from nature. The countryside is here to explore, the wild to discover.
Water sports

Canoeing, kitesurfing, stand-up paddleboarding and more. How do you like to get wet?
Zoos and wildlife

Kids love getting up close and personal with wildlife, whether at the zoo, aquarium or wildlife rescue centre.
Events calendar

Take your time. Here we value the original.

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Things to do in Battle

Bustling boutiques, cosy cafes, a historic battlefield and a grand abbey set in prime walking country.
Things to do in Bexhill

Take in a show, gaze at the horizon, or go bargain hunting for retro, vintage and pre-loved goods.
Things to do in Bodiam

Climb the castle's turrets, ride the steam train, splash about on the river or take a superbly scenic walk.
Things to do around Camber

Building sandcastles, stand-up paddleboarding or kitesurfing - Camber is as adventurous as you are.
Things to do in Hastings

Soak up the feisty spirit of this alternative town with its twittens, caves, fishing boats and funiculars.
Things to do around Herstmonceux

Tour the castle, gaze at the skies, or let the kids get hands-on with scientific experiments.
Things to do around Pevensey

Explore the soaring battlements and damp dungeons of the castle, or sit in the dock at the Court House.
Things to do in Rye

Historic buildings, beautiful walks, a vineyard or two and excellent shopping.
Things to do around Winchelsea

Visit the Court Hall Museum, spend an afternoon at a vineyard, or admire the beautiful church.

It's in our nature.

How to get here
Despite the feeling of seclusion, it's easy to get here by rail, sea or road.
Maps and guides
View our interactive map of 1066 Country, and download the Visit 1066 guide.
Plan your visit
Use our itinerary planner to create the perfect visit.
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