"East Sussex" East Sussex by leffe3
East Sussex Travel Guide: 1,443 reviews and 3,042 photos
To the south and south east of London is tyhe county of Sussex, divided into East and West Sussex. Millions of people arrive to the UK in East Sussex as, 40 miles or so from London is Gatwick airport - and they promptly jump on a train, only to return for their flight home.
Which is a shame, as east (and West) Sussex offer some of the very best that England can offer - and its so close to London.
Brighton is an obvious magnet, refered by many as London-on-Sea. But other coastal resorts include Hastings and Eastbourne (the latter having a reputation as something of a retirement home but is actually a perfect place to be based to explore the surrounds).
But its the countryside and coastal views to be found away from these places that are, to me, the highlight of East Sussex - the historic Lewes, the fantastic Seven Sisters, the ruined Abbey at Battle just outside Hastings and the many country villages, including my personal favourite of Alfriston, just a few miles from Lewes. Mansion houses, castles galore, abbeys, classic English pubs are just a few of the attractions of East Sussex.
And the countryside also offers it's own rewards - the gentle undulating hills, the oh so green fields and pastures during season, narrow roads, high hedges, numerous gardens open to the public.
My sister lived for many years in various parts of East Sussex (she and her family took a huge step a few years back and moved ... to West Sussex!) and simple and short drives (Horsham was the last place they lived) gave a real taste of the classic English countryside. No specific destination in mind (other than a pub lunch somewhere), simply driving through those lanes gave a real sense of the outdoors.
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Bateman's
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Bateman's was the home of Rudyard Kipling, and is open to the public and administered by the National Trust. It was... more travel advice
Birling Gap
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The Seven Sisters form a dramatic part of the southern English coastline from Eastbourne to Cuckmere. The cliffs tower... more travel advice
Lewes
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On the main train line between London and Hastings, Lewes is a lovely town with castle, historic Ann of Cleves Museum... more travel advice
Bodiam Castle
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Bodiam is one of my favourite castles in England. Built in the 14th century as both a stronghold and a home, its... more travel advice
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Well done Keith! Enjoyed the tour!
Hi Keith. Just checking out Sussex pages to remind me of my late Auntie. It's so green over there hey :o) Love your pix!! That castle looks lovely! Cheers, Ann :o)
Lovely tips - thanks for sharing Marion
Alfriston looks adorable! I feel the same about Rye, another East Sussex town. Love the South Downs!