Location

Located on the seafront of this traditional seaside town,Eastbourne is renowned for its beautiful carpet gardens lining the promenade between the pier and bandstand and is an ideal place for a Sunday morning stroll and afternoon tea.Eastbourne train station is only a few minutes walk away.

Drusillas Park– 10 miles

Rated number one attraction in the UK and only 10 miles away, Drusilla’s Park is a great fun filled family day out. With hundreds of fascinating animals such as meerkats, penguins, gibbons and lemurs to the indoor and outdoor play area with a mixture of climbing, swinging and sliding fun – you can be certain there will be plenty to entertain and excite everyone from the youngest to the oldest visitor.

Glyndebourne – 16 miles

Glyndebourne was founded in 1934 by John Christie and his opera singer wife, Audrey Mildmay. Glyndebourne is committed to presenting opera of the highest quality, commissioning new work, developing new talent and reaching new audiences. Each summer it holds a Festival within its grounds and takes three productions around the country every autumn. Make an occasion of visiting Glyndebourne and come for the whole afternoon: you can explore the grounds, visit the Archive and Gallery or have a picnic on the lawn.

Lewes – 18 miles

The historic town of Lewes is nestled in theSouth Downs and is only 30 minutes away. There is much to see and do in this market town; why not explore the medieval streets with their wealth of independent shops selling anything from antiques, crafts & books to modern art or visit the past at the Anne of Cleves House and castle. Lewes is also home toSussex’s oldest brewery, on a sunny day sit outside the local pubs and smell the aroma of malt and hops waft over the River Ouse

Brighton– 26 miles

Located less than a 40 minute drive away, Brighton is an iconic, diverse city by the sea. Bursting with stunning heritage and tourist attractions from the Royal Pavilion, pier, marina, pebble beach and big wheel to smugglers lanes packed with antique shops, chic boutiques and award winning restaurants, Brighton really does have something for everyone and should be at the top of your list to visit!

Sheffield Park– 28 miles

Situated only 28 miles away, Sheffield Park is famous for its 18th century landscaped gardens, four lakes and 107 acres of historic parkland. A year round attraction, spring brings a dramatic show of daffodils and bluebells, summer bursts with rhododendrons and azaleas and autumn is an especially stunning time to visit the wooded parkland when the leaves on the trees are at their most vibrant colour.

Ashdown Forest – 30 miles

Ashdown Forest is 30 mile away and is a great place for walking and enjoying spectacular views over the Sussex countryside. Famously known as the “home” of Winnie-the-Pooh, the forest is at the heart of the High Weald area of outstanding natural beauty and has national and international protection because of its wildlife.