Travel back in time highlights
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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.
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…
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.
Hailsham
This 15th Century moated castle is set in 550 acres of glorious woodland and gardens.
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…
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.
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…
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…
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…
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.
Hailsham
An interactive science centre which has been operating in the former home of The Royal Greenwich Observatory since 1995.
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.
Midhurst
The South Downs National Park is over 1,600 km.sq. and stretches 100 miles from the edge of Winchester to Beachy Head.
The Park's geology combines the greensands and clays of the Weald with the chalk of the Downlands.
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.
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’
Little Bayham
These impressive ruins, built from golden local sandstone, include much of the 13th to 15th-century church, the chapter house, and a picturesque 14th-century gatehouse
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.
Uckfield
Experience the great age of steam and take a nostalgic trip through the tranquil Sussex countryside from Sheffield Park to East Grinstead.
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.
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.