Travel back in time highlights
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Herons Ghyll
Located on the Kent/Sussex border at Barnsgate Manor Vineyard, on the edge of Ashdown Forest, The Clay Studio has far-reaching views towards the South Downs. Surrounded by beautiful fields and wild meadows, it is the perfect place to step away from…
Wilmington
The mysterious guardian of the South Downs has baffled historians and archaeologists for years.
Ringmer
This miniature railway runs privately owned steam, internal combustion and electric powered locomotives around a one mile track in ancient Sussex woodland.
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.
Nr Eastbourne
Birling Gap is part of the world famous Seven Sisters chalk cliffs, one of the longest stretches of undeveloped coastline on the south coast with breathtaking, unspoilt views of the sea and over the downland and cliffs.
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.
Hartfield
Situated on the edge of the Ashdown Forest in Hartfield, this is a perfect stop for either the casual visitor or the diehard fan of A.A. Milne’s most famous creation, Winnie the Pooh.
East Grinstead
One of the first examples of Greek Revival architecture in the United Kingdom. The house and gardens are open to the public in summer, from 1 June to the end of September.
Hailsham
An interactive science centre which has been operating in the former home of The Royal Greenwich Observatory since 1995.
Hailsham
This 15th Century moated castle is set in 550 acres of glorious woodland and gardens.
Please note the Castle is currently closed to visitors but the grounds and gardens are open to the public and bookable via the Herstmonceux Castle website.
Uckfield
Bridge Cottage Heritage Centre is a medieval Wealden Hall House built in 1436. Today the building plays host to a variety of local history and community events, and is also available for private hire.
Lewes
Former residence of the photographer, Lee Miller and Surrealist Roland Penrose. Now base of the Lee Miller Archives and The Penrose Collection. Open to the public on Sundays and Thursdays between April and October each year.
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…
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.
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.
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…
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…
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.
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.
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’