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Pevensey is situated in the district of Wealden midway between the coastal towns of Eastbourne and Bexhill. It comprises the ancient village of Pevensey, the larger seaside resort of Pevensey Bay and some 7 miles of farmland on Pevensey Levels, a wetland of international significance.

Pevensey Village

Pevensey Village is a small historic settlement with many ancient buildings dominated by the East Gate of Pevensey Castle. The Norman castle is run by English Heritage and is open to the public. Other buildings of interest in this historic village are The Courthouse (one of the smallest Gaols in England which you can still visit) and the early English church of St. Nicolas.

Pevensey Bay

Pevensey Bay is a coastal village and holiday resort with a variety of village shops. For visitors to the area there is an information centre and car park.

Pevensey Levels

Pevensey Levels is an internationally designated wetland site as well as being a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and is adjacent to Pevensey and Pevensey Bay. It is especially known for its diverse collection of birds and wildlife.

Nearby attractions include Herstmonceux Castle and Science Centre and the 13 mile-long Cuckoo Trail, which runs from Polegate through some of the prettiest countryside in Wealden and finishes at Heathfield.

Historical interest

William the Conqueror, along with his army, carts and horses landed at Pevensey Beach before moving onto his famous battle with Harold at Senlac Hill, Battle. The famous 1066 walk starts in Pevensey village and winds its way to Battle.

Other nearby attractions include Stone Cross Windmill, St. Marys Church Westham (The first Norman Church ever built in UK), Alfriston Village with the first ever National Trust Property, The Long Man of Wilmington, Seven Sisters Country Park plus farm shops/pick your own and TiPi Camping. There is a golf course and Sussex Wildlife Trust area (which includes one of only two sites in the whole UK for Raft Spiders). Pevensey is also close to the South Downs National Park.

Pevensey is also depicted on the very famous Bayeaux Tapestry, held in Bayeaux, France It is also one of a few ports to be granted Cinque Port status in England and still has Martello Towers along its coast line.

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JCJ Pottery

Address

Peelings Manor Barns, Hankham Road, StoneCross, Nr Pevensey, EAST SUSSEX, BN24 5AP

Telephone
01323 469009

jo@jcjpottery.co.uk

StoneCross, Nr Pevensey

Jonathan Chiswell Jones has been working as a craft potter in Sussex for 50 years. For the first 25 years, he worked at Drusillas, watched by thousands, and then, at the millennium, when Drusillas changed hands, the pottery was moved to a…
Be-Rad Watersports

Address

The Old Bank, Wallsend House, Richmond Road, Pevensey Bay, East Sussex, BN24 6AU

Telephone
07850 085861

info@be-rad.co.uk

Richmond Road, Pevensey Bay

Be-Rad Watersports | School / Rental / Shop. We are a watersports school offering Kitesurf lessons, Stand Up Paddleboard lessons, and Wingfoil lessons. We are an IKO recognised kitesurf + wingfoil school and a BSUPA recognised paddleboard school.…
The Horse And Groom

Address

1 High Street, Polegate, EAST SUSSEX, BN26 5HA

Telephone
01323 483037

Polegate

A restaurant and Pub situated in the High Street of Polegate. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and take-away food is available along with a big garden.
Pevensey Bay Holiday Park

Address

Eastbourne Road, Pevensey Bay, Pevensey, EAST SUSSEX, BN24 6DH

Telephone
01323 407750

pevenseybay@parkholidays.com

Pevensey

The Pevensey Bay Holiday Park in East Sussex is a fantastic holiday destination and has lots of space for children to play and a wonderful beachfront.
This relaxed and friendly Holiday Park has a host of fantastic holiday features to enrich your…
Pevensey Castle

Address

English Heritage Trust, Pevensey Castle, Castle Lane, Pevensey, EAST SUSSEX, BN24 5LE

Telephone
01323 762604

customers@english-heritage.org.uk

Castle Lane, Pevensey

Pevensey Castle chronicles more graphically than any other fortress the story of Britain's south coast defences. It is also famously the landing place of William the Conqueror's army in 1066.
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,…

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Castle Cottage Tea Rooms

Address

High Street, Pevensey, EAST SUSSEX, BN24 5LE

Telephone
01323 762155

enquiries@castlecottagetearoom.com

Pevensey

Situated next to the historic Pevensey Castle famous for the 1066 landing place of William of the Conquer. Serving traditional fare prepared with passion on the premises, you'll find everything from coffee to lunches to afternoon tea.
Pevensey

Address

EAST SUSSEX, BN24 5LE

Pevensey is in the district of Wealden midway between the coastal towns of Eastbourne and Bexhill. It comprises the ancient village of Pevensey, the larger seaside resort of Pevensey Bay & some 7 miles of farmland on Pevensey Levels.
The Wheatsheaf Inn

Address

2 Church Street, Willingdon, EAST SUSSEX, BN20 9HP

Telephone
01323 502069

thewheatsheafwillingdon@outlook.com

Willingdon

Pub serving food and drink at the foot of the South Downs.
The Red Lion

Address

Lion Hill, Stone Cross, Pevensey, EAST SUSSEX, BN24 5EG

Telephone
01323 761468

enquiries@redlionstonecross.co.uk

Stone Cross, Pevensey

The Red Lion pub in Stone Cross, Pevensey, East Sussex, offers a main menu, kids menu, a 3 course set menu and a vegan/vegetarian menu. Harvey's beers are available and wine handpicked by the Harvey’s Wine Manager. There is a play area for the…
Bay View Caravan and Camping

Address

Old Martello Road, Pevensey, EAST SUSSEX, BN24 6DX

Telephone
01323 768688

holidays@bay-view.co.uk

Pevensey

Bay View Park covers six acres and includes a nine hole golf course, close to the beach.
The Studio

Address

17 Val Prinseps Road, Pevensey, EAST SUSSEX, BN24 6JD

Telephone
07950 023801

rae.winfield@googlemail.com

Pevensey

The Studio in Pevensey has four bedrooms, a kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a TV, a seating area and 3 bathrooms. Garden, BBQ, terrace Wi-Fi and parking. The holiday home is in an area where guests can enjoy activities such as walking,…
Old Swan Fish and Chips

Address

2 High Street, Westham, EAST SUSSEX, BN24 5LZ

Telephone
01323 767843

Westham

Local Fish and Chip shop in the heart of Westham Village near Pevensey Castle
The Beach Hive

Address

156 Coast Road, Pevensey Bay, EAST SUSSEX, BN24 6NR

Telephone
07971 072283

thebeachhive@gmail.com

Pevensey Bay

The Beach Hive is a beachfront property located in Pevensey Bay, East Sussex, available to hire for year-round weekend breaks and seaside holidays. The Beach Hive is family friendly and is a three bedroomed and two-bathroom bungalow that sleeps six…
Smugglers Inn

Address

High Street, Pevensey, EAST SUSSEX, BN24 5LF

Telephone
01323 762112

Pevensey

The Smugglers consists of open fires in both the bar and restaurant, to provide a warm and friendly atmosphere during the chilly evenings.
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.
Thoroughbred Inn

Address

6-7 Grand Parade, Polegate, EAST SUSSEX, BN26 5HG

Telephone
01323 484023

Polegate

A good value, welcoming pub close to the A27.
The Pevensey Bay Beach House

Address

Pevensey Bay, Pevensey, EAST SUSSEX, BN24 6ND

Telephone
07870 167 332

janewgrant@hotmail.com

Pevensey Bay, Pevensey

The Pevensey Bay Beach House in East Sussex has chic and quirky features.
Downstairs features a large open plan living space and cooks kitchen with a double oven, fridge and dishwasher, and large centre island overlooking the dining table.
The…
The Red Lion

Address

99 Wish Hill, Willingdon, EAST SUSSEX, BN20 9HQ

Telephone
01323 502062

redlionwillingdon@hotmail.co.uk

Willingdon

The Red Lion is a warm and welcoming friendly pub. Nestling at the foot of the South Downs in the beautiful village surroundings of Willingdon, you can enjoy delicious freshly prepared food and well-kept beers.
Trawlers Fish Restaurant

Address

6 Freshwater Square, Anderida Road, Lower Willingdon, EAST SUSSEX, BN22 0PR

Telephone
01323 503341

Lower Willingdon

Selection of takeaway food in Willingdon

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