Steam Railways & Museums

Wealden’s stunning landscape is perhaps best seen through its rich railway heritage. Three preserved steam lines – Spa Valley, Bluebell, and the Lavender Line – offer scenic journeys through the countryside, each with its own story and charm. And if you prefer things in miniature, Crowborough, Bentley, and Polegate’s tiny trains are perfect for a family day out.

History lovers can step into the past at Pevensey Court House Museum, where original prison cells and a Tudor courtroom reveal tales of justice and smuggling. Or head to Herstmonceux, where the copper-domed towers of the former Royal Greenwich Observatory now house hands-on science exhibits and historic telescopes.

Whether you're chasing steam or stargazing, Wealden’s railways and museums offer a unique way to explore the district’s rich and surprising past.

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Nutley Windmill

Address

Crowborough Road, Nutley, East Sussex, TN20 6YA

Telephone
01435 873367

windmill@uckfieldheritage.co.uk

Nutley

The oldest, only working open-trestle post mill in the country, set in the beautiful landscape of Ashdown Forest, Nutley Windmill is a very fine example of the oldest post mill design, known in the country since the 12th Century.
The Mint House

Address

High Street, Pevensey, East Sussex, BN24 5LF

Telephone
01323 762337

Pevensey

At The Mint House - Home of Sussex Folklore, we believe in doing heritage differently - making the past alive, the present vibrant, and the future inclusive. We are explorers of all folklore from Morris dancing to memes, sharers of untold stories,…

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
The Observatory Science Centre

Address

Wartling Road, Herstmonceux, Hailsham, EAST SUSSEX, BN27 1RN

Telephone
01323 832731

info@the-observatory.org

Hailsham

An interactive science centre which has been operating in the former home of The Royal Greenwich Observatory since 1995.
The Lavender Line Railway

Address

Isfield Station, Isfield, Uckfield, EAST SUSSEX, TN22 5XB

Telephone
01825 750515

enquiries@lavender-line.co.uk

Uckfield

Heritage railway line offers a two mile round trip through the beautiful Sussex countryside, hauled by either a heritage diesel or steam locomotive and the station still even has its original signal box, which is listed.
Alfriston Clergy House

Address

The Tye, Alfriston, Nr Polegate, EAST SUSSEX, BN26 5TL

Telephone
01323 871961

alfriston@nationaltrust.org.uk

Alfriston, Nr Polegate

Rare 14th century Wealden 'hall house' was the first building to be acquired by the National Trust in 1896. Delightful cotage garden in idyllic setting by Cuckmere River.
Pevensey Court House Museum & Gaol

Address

High Street, Pevensey, EAST SUSSEX, BN24 5LF

Telephone
07731 415812

Pevensey

This 16th century court room now houses a local museum. Discover the Old Court Room including the dock as it was used until 1886, with the prison cells, There has been a court house and gaol in Pevensey since Tudor times.
Polegate Windmill

Address

Park Croft, Willingdon, East Sussex, BN26 5LB

Telephone
01323 506795

polegatewindmillgroup@gmail.com

Willingdon

This 4-storey brick tower mill built in 1817, last worked by wind in 1942, restored in 1967, with three pairs of millstones and three working oat crushers. Cap and sweeps now turn to wind.
Bluebell Railway

Address

Sheffield Park Station, Uckfield, EAST SUSSEX, TN22 3QL

Telephone
01825 720800

info@bluebell-railway.co.uk

Uckfield

Experience the great age of steam and take a nostalgic trip through the tranquil Sussex countryside from Sheffield Park to East Grinstead.

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Bentley Miniature Railway

Address

Harveys Lane, Ringmer, EAST SUSSEX, BN8 5AF

Telephone
0845 8672583

enquiries@bentleyrailway.co.uk

Ringmer

Established in 1985, Bentley Miniature Railway is one of South East England’s hidden gems—offering a delightful experience for visitors of all ages.
Located in the beautiful East Sussex countryside, between Ringmer and Uckfield, the railway is set…
Spa Valley Railway

Address

Nevill Terrace, Tunbridge Wells, KENT, TN2 5QY

Telephone
01892 537715

enquiries@spavalleyrailway.co.uk

Tunbridge Wells

Welcome to the Spa Valley Railway, which offers a wonderful steam train journey through the High Weald countryside where you can explore all the unique destinations at every station with your family and friends. Special events take place…
The Windmill at Windmill Hill

Address

Windmill at Windmill Hill Trust, The Old Bakery, Windmill Hill, Hailsham, EAST SUSSEX, BN27 4RT

Telephone
(01323) 833033

windmillatwindmillhill@gmail.com

Windmill Hill, Hailsham

The windmill at Windmill Hill is the tallest post mill in Sussex and is a Grade II* listed building.
The windmill is open 2.30-5 every Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday from Easter to the end of September. Perfect for a family visit. Come and find out…
Michelham Priory House & Gardens

Address

Upper Dicker, Nr Hailsham, EAST SUSSEX, BN27 3QS

Telephone
01323 844224

adminmich@sussexpast.co.uk

Nr Hailsham

Discover 800 years of history at Michelham Priory House and Gardens, set on a picturesque moated island. Founded by Augustinian canons in 1229, the house is steeped in Sussex history, including the effects of the dissolution of the monasteries, and…
Bateman's

Address

Bateman's Lane, Burwash, Etchingham, EAST SUSSEX, TN19 7DS

Telephone
01435 882302

batemans@nationaltrust.org.uk

Etchingham

Bateman’s was Rudyard Kipling’s family home from 1902-1936. He described Bateman’s as ‘a real house in which to settle down for keeps’

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