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I'm Cerdic First King of Wessex. Welcome to my Kingdom. Below you will find a list of Tourist Offices in Sussex who will be only too pleased to make your visit pleasant. After that are the Great Sussex Attractions On the left here is our area click map for you to go to the sites in the towns & villages in Sussex. We have a multitude of reference pages which were created some time ago and are now under reconstruction. So on here you will find dedicated pages to specialist activities in Wessex & Mercia. These include a list of Agricultural ,Horse Shows etc, The Wessex Hall of Fame, Michelin starred restaurants in Wessex,Seaside Resorts, Theatres in Wessex & the UK, List of Films made in Wessex, Wessex Names, Golf Clubs, Football Clubs, Rugby Clubs, and Racetracks . Campers & Caravanners have their own dedicated section too. I have even got my own page for readers letters and news snippets, mainly from my ancient capital Chard. Click here to contact us |
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 The Kingdom of Sussex, (Suth Seaxe, i.e. the South Saxons), was one of the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms, the boundaries of which coincided in general with those of the earlier kingdom of the Regini and the later county of Sussex. A large part of that district, however, was covered in early times by the forest called Andred. According to the traditional account given in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, it was in 477 that a certain Ælle led the invaders ashore at a place called Cymenes ora and defeated the inhabitants. A further battle at a place called Mearcredes burne is recorded under the year 485, and in the annal for 491 we read that Ælle and Cissa his son sacked Anderida and slew all the inhabitants. Ælle is the first king of the invading race whom Bede describes as exercising supremacy over his fellows, though little weight can be attached to the dates and events given by the Chronicle, which was not compiled until some centuries later. The history of Sussex now becomes a blank until 607, in which year Ceolwulf of Wessex is found fighting against the South Saxons. In 681 Wilfrid of York, on his expulsion from Northumbria by Ecgfrith, retired into Sussex, where he remained until 686 converting its pagan inhabitants. According to Bede, Æðelwealh, king of Sussex, had been previously baptized in Mercia at the suggestion of Wulfhere, who presented him with the Isle of Wight and the district about the Meon. After Wilfrid's exertions in relieving a famine which occurred in Sussex, Æðelwealh gave lands in Selsey to him on which to found an abbey, that later became the seat of the South Saxon bishopric, and remained so until 1075. Shortly afterwards, however, Æðelwealh was slain and his kingdom ravaged by the exiled West Saxon prince Caedwalla. The latter was eventually expelled by two Ealdormen named Berhthun and Andhun, who thereupon assumed the government of the kingdom. In 686 the South Saxons attacked Hlothhere, king of Kent, in support of his nephew Eadric, but soon afterwards Berhthun was killed and the kingdom subjugated for a time by Ceadwalla, who had now become king of Wessex. Of the later South Saxon kings we have little knowledge except from occasional charters. In 692 a grant is made by a king called Noðhelm, or Nunna, to his sister, which is witnessed by another king called Watt. Nunna is described in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle as the kinsman of Ine of Wessex who fought with him against Geraint, King of the Britons, in 710. According to Bede, Sussex was subject to Ine for a number of years. A charter [2], dated 775 in error for 725, purports to be a grant by Noðhelm to Eadberht, Bishop of Selsey, and to this too Watt appears as a witness. But this charter is now believed to be a forgery from the late 10th century or early 11th century, and is therefore of no value. |
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There
is an undated charter of Noðhelm that is witnessed
by a certain Osric, without indication of rank or territory, but
presumably another king, as his name is listed before, and he therefore
ranked higher than, Eadberht, Bishop of Selsey, whose rank and see are
also omitted. The charter can be approximately dated to some point
between about 705 and 717. Noðhelm's last surviving
charter, which is dated 714 in error for 717, [is witnessed by a King
Æðelstan. The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle records that
"In 722 Ealdberht fled into Surrey and Sussex, and Ine fought against
the South Saxons". A little later, Æðelberht, was
King of Sussex, but he is known only from charters. The dates of
Æðelberht's reign are unknown beyond the fact that
he was a contemporary of Sigeferth, Bishop of Selsey from 733, as
Sigeferth witnessed an undated charter of Æðelberht
in which Æðelberht is styled Ethelbertus rex
Sussaxonum.After this we hear nothing more until about 765, when a
grant of land is made by a king named Ealdwulf and with two
other kings, Ælfwald and Oslac, as witnesses.In 765 and
770 grants are made by a King Osmund, the latter of which was
later confirmed by Offa of Mercia.Offa also confirmed two charters of
Æðelberht, and in 772 he grants land himself
in Sussex, with Oswald, dux Suðsax', as a witness. It is
probable that about this time Offa definitely annexed the kingdom of
Sussex, as several persons, Osmund, Ælfwald and Oslac, who had
previously used the royal title, now sign with that of dux. In 825 the
South Saxons submitted to Ecgberht, and from this time they remained
subject to the West Saxon dynasty. The earldom of Sussex seems later to
have been held sometimes with that of Kent. The death of Eadwine, Ealdorman of Sussex, is recorded in 982, because he was buried at Abingdon Abbey in Berkshire, where one version of the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle was compiled. According to the abbey's records, in which he was called princeps Australium Saxonum, Eadwinus nomine, he bequeathed estates to them in his will, although the document itself has not survived. Earlier in the same year he witnessed a charter of King Æðelræd Unræd [ as Eaduuine dux. His name was also added to a forged charter dated 956 (possibly an error for 976) In the next generation, Wulfnoð Cild, Thegn of Sussex, played a prominent part in English politics. In 1009 his actions resulted in the destruction of the English fleet, and by 1011 Sussex, together with most of South East England, was in the hands of the Danes. In an early example of local government reform, the Anglo-Saxon ealdormandoms were abolished by the Danish kings and replaced a smaller number of larger earldoms. Wulfnoð Cild was the father of Godwine, who was made Earl of Wessex in 1020. His earldom included Sussex. When he died in 1053, Godwine was succeeded as Earl of Wessex (including Sussex) by his son Harold, who had previously been Earl of East Anglia. The Saxons mainly built wooden buildings, but some of the stone buildings still exist. The Normans invaded and took ownership of the county in 1066. The Normans built many stone castles and churches, often on the site of a previous Saxon or Roman buildings |
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| Arundel Tourist Information Centre |
61 High Street , Arundel , BN18
9AJ Tel: +44 (0)1903 882 268 Fax: 01903 882419 email:
tourism@arun.gov.uk Website: www.sussexbythesea.com http://www.sussexbythesea.com/ |
| Battle Tourist Information Centre |
88 High Street , Battle , TN33
0AQ Tel: +44 (0) 1424 773 721 Fax: 01424 773436 Email: battletic@rother.gov.uk Website: Battle and Bexhill Tourist Information Centre http://www.1066country.com/getPage.aspx?pageTopId=12 |
| Bexhill-on-Sea Tourist Information Centre |
51 Marina , Bexhill-on-Sea ,
TN40
1BQ Tel: +44 (0) 1424 732 208 http://www.1066country.com/getPage.aspx?pageTopId=12 |
| Bognor Regis Tourist Information Centre |
Belmont Street , Bognor Regis ,
PO21 1BJ Tel: +44 (0)1243 823 140 Fax: 01243 820435 email: tourism@arun.gov.uk |
| Brighton & Hove Tourist Information Centre |
Bartholomew
Square , Brighton , BN1 1JA Tel: 0906 7112255 (calls cost 50p
per
minute) email: brighton-tourism@brighton-hove.gov.uk. website: http:// www.visitbrighton.com |
| Burgess Hill Tourist Information Centre |
96 Church
Walk, RH15 9AS Tel: 01444 238202 Fax: 01444 233707 email: touristinformation@burgesshill.gov.uk web: http:// www.burgesshill.gov.uk |
| Chichester Tourist Information Centre |
29a South Street , Chichester ,
PO19 1AH Tel: +44 (0)1243 775 888 Fax: 01243 539449 Email: Chitic@chichester.gov.uk web: http://www.chichester.gov.uk |
| Crawley Visiror Information Centre | County
Mall, Crawley, RH10 1FP Tel: 01293 846968 Fax: 01293 612980
email: VIP@countymall.co.uk |
| East Grinstead Tourist Information Centre |
Library Buildings, West Street, RH19 4SR Tel: 01342 410121 Fax: 01342 410262 email: tourism@eastgrinstead.gov.uk |
| Eastbourne Tourist Information Centre |
Cornfield Road , Eastbourne ,
BN21 4QL Tel: +44 (0) 1323 411 400 Fax: 01323 649574 Email: tic@eastbourne.gov.uk Website: VisitEastbourne.com (Eastbourne Borough Council) http://www.visiteastbourne.com/ |
| Hastings Tourist Information Centre |
The Stade , Old Town , Hastings
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TN34 1EZ Tel: +44 (0) 1424 781 111 Fax: 01424 781186 Email: hic_info@hastings.gov.uk Website: Visit Hastings http://www.visithastings.com/home/default.aspx |
| Horsham Tourist Information Centre |
9 The
Causeway , Horsham , RH12 1HE Tel: 01403 211661 Fax: 01403
282594 Email: tourist.information@horsham.gov.uk Website:http:// www.horsham.gov.uk |
| Hove Tourist Information Centre |
Church Road , Hove , BN3 3BQ
Tel: +44 (0) 1273 292 589 |
| Lewes Tourist Information Centre |
187 High Street , Lewes , BN7
2DE
Tel: +44 (0) 1273 483448 Fax: 01273 484003 Email: lewes.tic@lewes.gov.uk Website: Lewes Tourist Information Centre http://www.lewes.gov.uk/leisure/1497.asp |
| Littlehampton Tourist Information Centre |
Look & Sea Visitor Centre ,
63-65 Surrey Street , Littlehampton Tel: +44 (0)1903 713 480
Fax: 01903
721866 email: tourism@arun.gov.uk web: www.sussexbythesea.com http://www.sussexbythesea.com/ |
| Midhurst Tourist Information Centre |
North Street , Midhurst , GU28
9DW Tel: +44 (0)1730 817 322 Fax: 01730 817120 email: midtic@chichester.gov.uk web: http://www.chichester.gov.uk |
| Petworth Tourist Information Centre |
Market Square , Petworth , GU28
0AF Tel: +44 (0)1798 343 523 Fax: 01798 343942 email: petworth-tic@chichester.gov.uk web: http://www.chichester.gov.uk |
| Rye Tourist Information Centre |
Rye Heritage Centre , Strand
Quay
, Rye , TN31 7AY Tel: +44 (0) 1797 226 696 Fax: 01797
223460 Email: ryetic@rother.gov.uk Website: Rye Tourist Information Centre http://www.visitrye.co.uk/ |
| Seaford Tourist Information Centre |
25 Clinton Place , Seaford ,
BN25
1NP Tel: +44 (0) 1323 897 426 Fax: 01323 897426 Email: seafordtic@lewes.gov.uk Website: Seaford Tourist Information Centre http://www.lewes.gov.uk/leisure/1497.asp |
| Shoreham Tourist Information Centre |
SHOREHAM
Civic Centre, Ham Road BN43 6PR Tel: 01903 221307 Fax:
01903 236227 email: tic@worthing.gov.uk http://www.worthing.gov.uk |
| Sussex Country Tourist Information Centre |
Information Centre - North Tel: +44 (0) 1825 713 862 |
| Sussex Country Tourist Information Centre |
Information Centre - South Tel: +44 (0) 1323 442 667 |
| Worthing Tourist Information Centre |
Chapel
Road ,
Worthing , BN11 1HL Tel: +44 (0) 1903 210 022 Fax: 01903 236277 email: tic@worthing.gov.uk web: http://www.worthing.gov.uk |
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BATTLE OF
HASTINGS, ABBEY AND BATTLEFIELD
Experience the most famous date in English history and find out how the nation was changed forever in October 1066. Take the inclusive audio tour of the battlefield and atmospheric abbey ruins, then visit the museum and exhibition. Themed children’s play area; shop. New café and displays from Oct 2006. Exciting events including ‘Battle of Hastings’ re-enactment (14/15 Oct 2006) and the Proms night in Aug. Dogs on leads (restricted areas). |
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Battle Abbey and Battlefield, High Street, Battle, East Sussex TN33 0AD 1 Apr – 30 Sep 10am – 6pm; 1 Oct – 31 Mar 10am – 4pm. Closed 24/25/26 Dec and 1 Jan. www.english-heritage.org.uk |
01424 773792 |
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COUNTRY
Battle – Bexhill – Hastings – Pevensey – Rye. Experience the echoes of England’s extraordinary past in this unique blend of historic coast and unspoilt countryside. With its famous arts, music and medieval festivals, enchanting gardens and walks, attractions to suit all ages, museums, antiques collections and unrivalled local produce, there is no other place with such a rich past and a promising future. |
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Battle
Abbey
Gatehouse, High Street, Battle, East Sussex TN33 0AD |
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ALFRISTON
CLERGY HOUSE
The
Clergy
House is
remarkable as an ordinary house surviving from the 14th century. It was
probably
built for a farmer but became the property of the church, which is how
it
gets its name. By the 1890s, it was virtually derelict. It would have
been
lost forever but for the efforts of Reverend Beynon who persuaded the
newly
formed National Trust to buy and restore it in 1896.You can also visit
the
excellent shop.Explore the delightful garden and savour the idyllic
setting
beside Alfriston's parish church with stunning views across the
meandering
river Cuckmere. |
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The Tye, Alfriston,
Polegate,
East Sussex,
BN26 5TL 4 miles North East of Seaford, just east of B1208 in Alfriston village adjoining the Tye. email:ksdxxx@smtp.ntrust.org.uk ALFRISTON CLERGY HOUSE CLICK |
01323 870001 |
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AMBERLEY
WORKING
MUSEUM
36 acres of fun, inside and out, for the whole family! Travel around site by vintage bus and narrow-gauge railway. See our traditional craftspeople such as the potter and broom-maker at work. Visit the EDF Energy Electricity Hall, Connected Earth telecommunications exhibition, Print Workshop and much more. Enjoy our nature trails, new restaurant, gift shop and picnic areas too! Dogs welcome on leads. |
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Amberley
Working
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AMBERLEY VILLAGE
POTTERY
is a working studio
where
Caroline Seaton,
Barbara Ward and David Berry produce a range of pottery using
traditional materials and techniques. They make a wide range of
domestic pots to complement food and drink, including plates, cups and
saucers, bowls, cooking pots, jugs
and wine goblets. They also produce their own one-off pieces - large
floor
jars, platters, vases and lamp bases to sit in odd corners, fireplaces
or
conservatories. Every piece is hand made using traditional Studio
Pottery skills. The glazes are developed and mixed by them to produce a
range of colours
to suit every home. Their aim is to provide useful pots at affordable
prices.
Caroline, Barbara and David do not give demonstrations as such but are
happy
for visitors to watch and chat while they work. |
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Amberley
Village
Pottery, Open daily all year from 10am-5pm except Wednesdays. e-mail:
john@v8man.com |
01798 831876 |
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AQUEARENA
The Aquarena offers far more than just a swim, with a main pool being 33 metres long and learner pool, diving boards, flume, sauna, steam room, sunbeds, Pulsecity Health and Fitness Centre and, in the summer months, an outdoor Paddling Pool. A wide range of exercise classes and activities are currently available Swimming Lessons are available for all ages and abilities with intensive swimming lessons running in each school holiday. The Pulsecity Health & Fitness Centre located at the Aquarena is fully equipped with the latest Pulse fitness resistance equipment . The cardio/vascular area provides state of the art programmable running, cycling and stepping and cross training machines . Pulsecity provides a very thorough induction course with qualified fitness advisors to help new members commence their exercise programme at the correct level.There is a creche available at selected periods during the week. The Paddling Pool provides hours of fun for everyone in the summer. Supervised by a qualified lifeguard. Toilets and ice cream facilities available. |
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Aquarena,
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ARLINGTON
BLUEBELL WALK
23
acre
deciduous wood managed to enhance carpets of white wood anemones
followed by bluebells. Choice of seven different walks with many
informative signs on the flora and fauna. On one of the three farms you
can view cows being milked in a modern milking parlour. Countryside
exhibition in entrance barn. |
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Bates
Green
Farm, Tye Hill Rd, Arlington, Polegate, East Sussex, BN26 6SH
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CENTRE The facility offers
fantastic sports opportunities in a
comfortable, relaxed environment.A 25 metre, 8 lane swimming pool, a
learner pool, a 25 metre waterslide, 36 station gym, a sports hall,
astroturf pitch, a soft play
area and 2 licensed bars.
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Arun Leisure
Centre, Felpham Way BOGNOR REGIS, West Sussex PO22 8ED Located at Felpham on the east side of Bognor Regis (one mile), on the A259. Open 07.00 - 22.00 Monday - Friday and 09.00 - 23.00 Saturday and Sunday Fax: 01243 825933 email: alc@inspireleisure.co.uk ARUN LEISURE CENTRE CLICK |
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| ARUNDEL Arundel
is the Historic Heart of the South Downs. Your first view of the town
is guaranteed to take your breath away. Dominated by the 11th Century
Norman Castle and Roman Catholic Gothic cathedral which sit
side-by-side, high on a hillside, Arundel has quaint narrow streets,
specialist shops and a good mix of restaurants. Historic and beautiful
– that’s the best way to describe charming Arundel. active visitors,
there are great walks around the town, including the Arundel Audio Tour
which you can hire from the Visitor Information Centre. This takes you
through Arundel’s cobbled streets at your own pace on your very own
historical tour! Nearby walks include the River Arun, Arundel Park and
South Downs - contact the Visitor Information Centre for details.
Frighten yourself with spooky local stories at Arundel Ghost
Experience. The River Arun winds its way around the town and is a
magnet for wildlife. With more than 60 acres of ponds, lakes and
reedbeds
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61 High Street , Arundel , BN18 9AJ Fax: 01903 882419 email: tourism@arun.gov.uk ARUNDEL CLICK |
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ARUNDEL CASTLE
Seat
of
the Dukes of Norfolk, this magnificent
castle is still a family home and reflects the changes of nearly 1,000
years. Fine collections of paintings and works of art, including Mary
Queen of Scots rosary.Arundel
castle was built early in the eleventh century by
Earl Roger de Montgomery, a follower of William the Conqueror. William
d'Aubigny
received the Honour of Arundel in 1138. Since then the castle has
passed
down through the Fitzalan family to the Howards, the Dukes of Norfolk.
The
castle is home to the current Duke . The castle has been besieged 3
times.
By King Henry 1st in 1102, again in 1139 when the castle sheltered the
Empress
Matilda, who staked a claim to the throne of England. The final siege
and
sack was by Cromwell's Parliamentarian forces in 1643 - 1644.
The
castle has now been extensivley restored and shows little of the damage
inflicted
in earlier years. Arundel sits overlooking the river Arun, near the
village
of Arundel. The castle and grounds are open to the public for most of
the
summer months. There is a car park and a cafeteria and gift shop in the
castle. 40 acres of
grounds and gardens and Medieval Keep.
Guide dogs only. Events throughout the season. |
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Arundel
Castle,
Arundel, West Sussex BN18 9AB |
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| ARUNDEL
CATHEDRAL The
Cathedral, originally known as the Church of St. Philip Neal, was
commissioned by Henry XV Duke of Norfolk in 1868 and was opened on 1st
of July 1873. The architect was Joseph Hansom, inventor of the Hansom
Cab. The style of the Cathedral is French Gothic of about 1400. It was
created a Cathedral in 1965 and its dedication was changed to Our Lady
and St. Philip Howard in October 1970.
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Parsons Hill,
ARUNDEL W Sussex BN18 9AY Open everyday 9 am until 6pm and on Christmas Day after Noon. Fax: 01903 85335 email: aruncath1@aol.com ARUNDEL CATHDRAL CLICK |
01903 882297 |
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LIDO With
clear views of Arundel Castle in the background, Arundel Lido offers
one of the most beautiful locations in England for open air swimming.
The 2 heated pools are surrounded by grassed areas for sunbathing and
picnics. Visitors are requested to note that this is a non smoking site
and dogs, other than guide dogs are not permitted.
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Queen Street ARUNDEL West Sussex BN18 9JG email: act.pool@btinternet.com website: www.arundellido.com |
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| ARUNDEL MUSEUM
& HERITAGE
CENTRE 2000 years of
Arundel's fascination heritage and artefacts,
magnificent models, fabulous old photographs, superb scale models.
Special seasonal exhibitions
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61 High Street,
ARUNDEL West Sussex BN18 9AJ Take the A27 into Arundel town centre. You will enter the top of the high street. There is limited on- street parking but continue down the hill and there are two car parks on the North of the river and one on the Southside. The Museum is halfway up the High Street on the Westside opposite the Castle Wall. Open: Apr-Sept: Mon-Sat 1030-1700. Sun 1400-1700. Last admission 1630 Fax: 01903 882456 email: info@arundelmuseum.org.uk ARUNDEL MUSEUM CLICK |
01903 882344 |
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ASHDOWN FOREST
LLAMA PARK
See over 100 llamas and alpacas! Watch them in the fields, or get close to them in the barns. Farm Walks, a Museum, Picnic Area, Coffee Shop, Adventure Play Area and exceptional views. The ‘Alpaca Shop’ has an exciting range of alpaca knitwear, accessories and rugs, and the Gift Shop has a wide range of South American crafts, llamarabilia and pocket money toys. Take a llama for a walk! – over 14s only, prebooking normally required – see website for details/charges. Sorry, no dogs. Free entry to Shop and our Coffee Shop.. |
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Ashdown Forest Llama Park, Wych Cross, Forest Row, East Sussex RH18 5JN EVERY DAY (except 25/26 December) 10am – 5pm. |
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AYERS LEISURE
LIDO
Description: Fun for all the family at this amusement centre complete with rides and amusements, gift shop and ice cream parlour. |
Ayers
Leisure
Lido,
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BARNHAM WINDMILL
& TEAROOMS
Description: Built in 1829 by Henry Martin, this windmill has been fully restored back to full working wind power. |
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Barnham
Windmill
& Tearooms, Fax:
01243
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01243 555728 |
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BATTLE ABBEY
Battle Abbey
was built in
1070 on Senlac hill, the site of the Battle of Hastings. The Pope
ordered the Abbey
built by the victor, William of Normandy, as penance for the life lost
in
the battle. The alter was built on the spot where King Harold
supposedly fell.The
Abbey was home to a thriving community of Benedictine Monks, until the
black
death heavily depleted their numbers in the 15th century. The abbey
never
fully recoverd and struggled to survive until Henry VIII's disolution
of
the monasteries in 1538.
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88 High Street , Battle , TN33 0AQ Fax: 01424 773436 Email: battletic@rother.gov.uk BATTLE ABBEY CLICK |
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BEACHY HEAD
COUNTRYSIDE CENTRE
The Countryside
Centre is
situated at
the end of the Seven Sisters with fabulous views of Birling Gap and the
magnificent
Heritage Coast. The highly innovative exhibition is a focal point to
your
visit to Beachy Head and the Sussex Downland. Listen to the talking
shepherd,
visit the Bronze Age man or just browse in the Gift Shop. Accommodation
bookings
and general information also available. Free admission.
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Beachy Head,
Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN20 7YA
Tel/Fax: 01323 737273 BEACHY HEAD COUNTRYSIDE CENTRE CLICK |
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BEDLANDS FARM NATURE RESERVE The site is owned by Mid Sussex District Council and the Friends of Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve help maintain it.The Nature Reserve consists of ancient meadows, woodland, hedgerows and ponds, covering 80 acres. During the past couple of years the Friends have been surveying the wildlife and keeping records of all the flora and fauna in preparation for publishing a book entitled ‘The Bedelands Story’. This will also include the history of the farm. |
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Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve is situated on the northern edge of Burgess Hill and access to it is from the playing fields next to Burgess Hill Town Football Club, off Maple Drive, and from Coopers Close. Other entry points are from a footpath near Valebridge Close and from beneath the viaduct in Valebridge Road. |
01444 242279 |
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BENTLEY WILDFOWL
One of the largest collections of swans, geese, ducks, cranes and flamingos. The Motor Museum has over 100 Veteran, Edwardian, Vintage and Classic cars and bikes. Lovely gardens, a Woodland Trail, Adventure Playground, Picnic Area, Tearoom, steam mini-railway and Craft Workshops. Assistance dogs only (except in the reserve). |
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Bentley Wildfowl, Halland, near Lewes BN8 5AF OPEN DAILY 10.30am – 5.30pm 20 Mar – 31 Oct. (House 12noon from 1 April). Open winter weekends and holidays/half terms Nov – Mar 10.30am – 4pm. |
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BEWL WATER
The south east’s largest lake set within beautiful Wealden countryside. Waterside walks, picnic areas, woodland playground, self-service family restaurant and passenger ferry boat. Visitor centre with information and gift shop, inter-active exhibition, educational and conference facilities.Fly-fishing, water sports and cycle hire. Summer events include Fireworks Symphony Concert. For information, ferry boat, restaurant, cycle hire and coach bookings. |
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Bewl Water Reservoir, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN3 8JH OPEN DAILY ALL YEAR (except 25 Dec and Concert Day) 9am to sunset. mailto:bewl@southernwater.co.uk |
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BEXHILL-ON-SEA A select seaside resort of comparatively recent growth, 4 miles East of Hastings. At the turn of the last century it was a small village, but its development has proceeded along well planned under the guidance of the Earls of De La Warr, Lord of the Manor. The beaches are of firm sand providing excellent bathing and a fine playground for children. The sea fishing is good (Plaice, codling, whiting and huss).Of the old village, there remains the manor house dating in part from the fourteenth century, which was once owned by the Bishop of Chichester, several period houses and a Norman Church. Let into the wall of the later, is a child's coffin, curiously carved, which was found during restoration work in 1878.
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OF COSTUME
& SOCIAL
HISTORY ASSOCIATION
Includes
exhibitions
relating to the history of Bexhill and the natural history,
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Gardens, Upper Sea Road, Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex, TN40 1RL PUBLIC OPENING HOURS: Please contact us to confirm April until October(excluding Wednesdays in April, May and October) Weekends 2.00pm - 4.30pm BEXHILL COSTIME MUSEUM CLICK |
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BIGNOR ROMAN
VILLA
In 1811 a site was
unearthed near
Arundel, West Sussex that was a Roman Villa rich in Roman mosaics and
with a hypocaust. The site is one of the largest Villa's in the UK and
has many mosaics depicting Venus, Gladiators, Ganymede and many others.
In the north corridor is the 80 ft. long mosaic which is one of the
longest in Britain. The museum contains many artefacts that have been
found over the years and they tell the story of Bignor villa. Free
parking. Gift shop in museum. Cafe and picnic area. Coach parties
welcome. Wheelchair access - limited.
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Bignor, Pulborough,
West Sussex,
RH20 1PH
Opening Times 1st March - 31st October May and October 10.00 - 17.00 (Closed Mondays except Bank Holidays) June - September 10.00 - 18.00 Daily Tel/Fax: 01798 869259 Email:bignorromanvilla@care4free.net Please contact for opening times. BIGNOR ROMAN VILLA CLICK |
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BILLINGSHURST Billingshurst, is set approximately six miles south west from the town of Horsham and is more like a small town than a village. It is set around the crossroads of the A272 and the old Stane Street, the A29 Since the development of new housing around the new road system, it has a population of several thousand. It boasts a good variety of independent High Street shops and a shopping centre by name of Jengers Mead. It has quite a large supermarket, a post office, banks, several good restuarants and pubs and an excellent library. Billingshurst has an Infants School, Junior School and a comprehensive school for 11-18 year olds which includes the Weald Youth Centre. Adult Education facilities are also offered at the school. Not forgetting 'the little ones', there is also Toddler Group and Play School.There must be a good community spirit in Billingshurst, as there are many clubs for interests such as football, angling, cricket, stoolball and even a sub-aqua club to name but a few. For those not into sport, there is a choral society, concert band and dramatic society |
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THE
BLUEBELL RAILWAY
FLOREAT VAPOR. The Bluebell Railway is a preserved all-steam railway. See over 30 locomotives plus Victorian, 1930s and 1950s period stations. Free car/coach parking (not at Kingscote) and picnic areas. Sheffield Park has loco sheds, restaurant, shop, museum and model railway. School parties and groups welcome. Also available, a joint ticket with the National Trust Gardens at Sheffield Park and Standen. Various special events throughout the year including Santa Specials, Bluebell specials and Autumn Tints (book in advance). A bus service (Metrobus 473) at weekends connects East Grinstead main line station with Kingscote Station. We welcome dogs except in food areas. Tel: 01825 720801. Talking Timetable: 01825 720825. |
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Bluebell
Railway, Sheffield Park, TRAINS
OPERATE:
weekends throughout the year, daily April – October plus
school holidays. Pullman dining service Saturday evenings, Sunday
lunches or private charter/weddings mailto: info @
bluebell-railway.co.uk |
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BODIAM
CASTLE
Keeping our stories alive – in a fairy-tale castle. Bodiam Castle is a story-book castle, the best example of its type in the country, built in 1385.Bodiam castle was built between 1385 and 1388, toward the end of the castle building age, by Sir Edward Dalyngrygge. The walls were realtively thin and contained a number of large mullioned windows, making the castle impractical to defend against canonfire. It was besieged in 1484 by Richard III and 1643 by Parlementarians under the command of Sir William Waller. The castle surrendered quickly on both occasions. After the 1643 siege, Cromwell ordered the victorious Parlementarians to dismantle the castle. It remained in a ruined state until it was restored in the 19th century by the Marquis of Curzon. Learn about its past in the display rooms and at our year round family events. Outdoor plays and Art and Craft events. Wander in the tranquil setting of the grounds around the castle, with views of the Rother Valley and KES Railway. |
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Bodiam Castle, Bodiam, nr Robertsbridge TN32 5UA OPEN:
7
Jan – 10 Feb Sat & Sun 10am – 4pm; 11 Feb
–
31 Oct daily 10.30am – 6pm; 4 Nov – 9 Feb 2007 Sat & Sun 10.30am –
4pm.
Closed 24 Dec – 5 Jan 2007. Last admission 1 hr before closing. |
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BOGNOR
Bognor is one of the oldest Saxon sites on record in West Sussex. The town is recorded in AD 680 as Bucgan ora meaning Bucge's shore. Bucge was one of the few Saxon women to have a place named after her. Over the years this Saxon-landing place became a small fishing village, and as with many places the name changed with time. In 1275 it was recorded as Buggenore and in 1405 as Bogenor. Very little remains of the area's ancient history. A Roman farmstead was discovered in Felpham in 1965 and in the mid-seventies an Iron Age settlement was uncovered during construction work. |
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Belmont Street , Bognor Regis , PO21 1BJ Fax: 01243 820435 email: tourism@arun.gov.uk |
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BOGNOR REGIS
MUSEUM
Features
include
shop window displays, memorabilia, Edwardian kitchen, local
fossils and temporary exhibitions. |
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69 High Street,
Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO21 1RY
April - October; Tues - Sun, 10.00am - 4.00pm. Open Bank Holiday Mondays BOGNOR REGIS MUSEUM |
01243 865636 |
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BOGNOR REGIS
WIRELESS MUSEUM
40 years of valve
radio. Crystal
receivers and television history. Take a trip down memory lane, try
your hand at morse code and watch 45 minute documentary film.
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BOLEBROOK CASTLE A Tudor castle used by Henry VIII as a hunting lodge and from where he courted Ann Boleyn. This castle has a fine Tudor staircase and the second largest fireplace in England. |
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Edenbridge
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HILL
GARDEN,
PARK AND WOODLAND
Winner of the ‘Garden of the Year’ HHA/Christie’s 2004 award. Glorious garden set in a stunning landscape. Created over the last 100 years to be a series of garden rooms including Rose, Italian and sub-tropical dells. ‘Champion’ trees complement rare shrubs from rhododendrons to herbaceous plants. Wonderful woodland gardens and lakeside walks. Playground, fishing, plant sales, tea room and gift shop. Special Events. Dogs welcome. |
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Borde
Hill
Garden, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 1XP OPEN DAILY: 1
April – 31 October 2006, 10am - 6pm. |
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| BOSHAM
&
KINGS CANUTE & HAROLD II The name Bosham is derived from the old
English 'Bosanhamm' - Bosa’s water meadow as it was known in 750AD, or
possibly 'Boscusham' meaning wood hamlet. Formerly in the province of
the South Saxons and the Earldom of Wessex, it became Boseham in 1086,
20 years after the Norman conquest. Bede tells us that before St.
Wilfrid established Christianity in the Parish a Benedictine monk named
Dicul built a monastery here c.680AD. The population in 1901 was 1,149,
today it is is around 2,700
King Canute is best remembered for the story of how he commanded the waves to go back in Bosham. According to oral tradition, he grew tired of flattery by the locals. "You are the greatest man that ever lived," one would say. "O king, there can never be another as mighty as you," another would say. "Great Canute, you are the monarch of all, nothing in this world would dare to disobey you." When one such flatterer said the king could command the obedience of the sea, the King proved him wrong by practical demonstration on the foreshore. Bosham is mentioned by name in the Bayeux Tapestry, referring to the 1064 meeting of Harold and Edward the Confessor on the way to meet William of Normandy to discuss who would succeed Edward to the throne: "Ubi Harold Dux Anglorum et sui milites
equitant ad Bosham"
Harold's strong association with Bosham and the
recent discovery of a Saxon grave in the church has led some historians
to speculate that King Harold was buried here following his death at
the Battle of Hastings, rather than Waltham Abbey as is often reported.
A request to exhume a grave in Bosham church was refused by the Diocese
of Chichester in December 2004, the Chancellor ruling that the chances
of establishing the identity of the body as that of Harold II were too
slim to justify disturbing a burial place.(Where Harold, Earl of the English, and his army ride to Bosham) |
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BOSHAM WALK
CRAFT CENTRE
In
an
old world setting you'll find a fascinating collection of little
shops
and show cases displaying arts, crafts, fashon and antiques.
You can watch many
of the artists and craftsmen at
work
and from time to time see special exhibitions or demo
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BOXGROVE PRIORY Building of the Benedictine priory began early in the 12th century after land at Boxgrove had been donated to the Abbey at Lessay by Lord of Halnaker). Descendants of this Anglo-Norman family remained patrons of Boxgrove Priory until a few years after the Dissolution, when the 9th Lord de la Warr exchanged it for a Hampshire estate. Despite undergoing many alterations, the remaining part of the priory church, still in use today as the parish church and retains its French influence. When Henry VIII ordered Boxgrove to be dissolved, most of the domestic buildings were demolished, along with the complete nave of the old church, leaving only the crossing section to the east end intact. Part of the north wall displaying some of the arcading has survived, together with a single pillar and arch of the original south aisle. Of the older buildings, nothing exists apart from three arches. |
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BRAMBER CASTLE
Sir
William
de Braose built Bramber castle and a church on the same site
around 1070. It remained in the de Braose family until 1324, when the
family line ended. The castle was besieged by Parlementarian forces
during the English Civil war in 1642. The castle is currently in
ruins, but one wall of the gatehouse tower still stands at its full
height. The mound of the original castle motte, around 30 feet high
still exists. There is also some outer wall,
up to 10ft in some places. However the castle does offer beautiful
views
of the Sussex downs and makes a great spot for a summer picnic. |
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BRIGHTON Since Regency times, Brighton has been a pleasure ground for visitors, with a wealth of attractions full of charm, style and eccentricity. From the unique Royal Pavilion to the Victorian Brighton Pier, the Volks Railway to Brighton & Hove Museums, Brighton's attractions are a mix of heritage, seaside fun and cultural experiences. Whatever time of year you visit there is sure to be something that you want to see. Click here for a downloadable guide to some of Brighton's best attractions
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BRIGHTON & HOVE ALBION are a team based in Brighton. They will be playing in the Football League One during the 2006/07 season after their relegation from the Championship. The team are nicknamed 'Seagulls' .Prior to this nickname they were known as 'the Dolphins'. The team usually play in blue and white stripes. Founded in 1901, Brighton played their early professional football in the Southern League. They were elected to the Football League in 1920.Brighton currently play at Withdean Stadium in Brighton, where they have been tenants since 1999. For two years before that they ground-shared with Gillingham, after their previous stadium — the Goldstone Ground — was sold to help pay off debts. They are hoping to move into a long-awaited new 22,000-seat stadium at Falmer in 2009; the new stadium has been on the cards since the late 1990s.
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Lane, Fax : 01273 648 179 email |
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THE BRIGHTON CENTRE The key to a successful event is a successful venue. With a range of venues, small, medium and large, the Brighton and Hove Centres stages all sizes of events such as pop concerts, ice shows,and conferences. They offer the best in event management, logistics, catering, staging and AV technology, so with the superb surroundings, the Brighton and Hove Centres offer you the chance to shine, whatever your event. |
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The
Brighton
Centre The Brighton Centre is located on the Seafront on the King's Road, and is easily reached from all directions. |
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BRIGHTON FISHING
MUSEUM
Seafront museum depicting history of the fishing industry and Brighton seaside. Nostalgic exhibition set amidst arches still used by working fishermen. Host to annual Mackerel Fair and Blessing of the Nets in May. Shellfish, fresh fish stalls and traditional smoker. Skylark trips on fair weather days. Museum shop. |
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201 Kings Road
Arches, Brighton,
East Sussex, BN1 1NB |
01273 723064 |
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LANES
TOUR Most people think
of the Lanes as the area of narrow
streets full of shops and restaurants in the heart of Brighton.
It is also the
oldest part of town, dating back centuries to the time when the village
of
Brighthelmstone consisted of a maze of streets bounded by North Street,
South
Street, East Street and West Street. Here were the market, the monastic
farm,
the poorhouse, the fishermen's cottages, the hustle and bustle of every
day
life. Many of the buildings are in fact older than they look, having
been
re-fronted over the years. Each has a story to tell, and who better to
tell
them than someone who has lived here. This walk winds its way through
some
of the narrowest of the twittens (why this name? Come and find out) and
back
again, stopping many times en route to hear the local stories and look
at
the photos. What is now a smart restaurant was a hardware store selling
tin
baths 100 years ago. See where Laurence Olivier made his stage debut
and where the Beatles played. Add 'the oldest public house' in town, (a
title hotly debated!), the oldest house (ditto!), Graham Greene's
favourite pub and Oscar Wilde's favourite restaurant, hear about the
monks graveyard and the smugglers haunts. Add in a sprinkling of
chapels, including one now a pub, for a marvellous potpouri of a tour,
however well you may think you know
the area.
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WHERE
FROM? Brighton Town Hall,
Bartholomew Square, The
Lanes BN1 1JA (Visitor Information Centre next door). This is behind
the seafront Thistle Hotel, just west of Brighton Pier. The 'Lanes Car
Park' is below the square, but is often full, so allow time for parking
if you come by car.Fax: (0) 1273 888596 E-Mail: info@brightonwalks.com BRIGHTON LANES WALK CLICK |
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BOOTH MUSEUM OF
NATURAL HISTORY
Originally
built
to house his private collection, Edward Thomas Booth (born 1840)
spent much of his time collecting, stuffing and casing birds.
Bequeathed to the Brighton Corporation, several other collections have
since been added and the museum now illustrates the evolution of
wildlife and the natural world. |
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194 Dyke Road,
Brighton,
East Sussex, BN1 5AA Mon-
Sat
10.00am-5.00pm Email:museums@brighton-hove.gov.uk BOOTH MUSEUM CLICK |
01273 292777 |
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BRIGHTON MUSEUM
& ART GALLERY
The museum houses everything from fine art, Art Nouveau, Art Deco, fashion items from the 1800s onwards, the Willett Collection of pottery and porcelain, ethnography and furniture. Plus, these outstanding buildings were originally stables and a riding school for Prince Regent. |
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Royal Pavilion
Gardens, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1EE
Tel: 01273 290900 E-mail: museums@brighton-hove.gov.uk BRIGHTON MUSEUM & ART GALLERY CLICK |
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BRIGHTON PIER
The Brighton Pier was built to replace the old Chain Pier. Designed by R St. Moore it took ten years to build, and the main section of the deck was finally opened in 1899. With its attractive oriental dome and delicate filigree ironwork arches, it is widely considered to be the finest pier ever built. Right from the beginning the pier seemed to have an atmosphere of carnival gaiety and cheeky frivolity. Here you'll find all the traditional amusements you'd expect, as well as fairground attractions, souvenirs and novelty shops. You can eat anything from candyfloss to freshly-caught crab and traditional fish and chips. |
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| BRIGHTON RACES Brighton
Racecourse is on of the most exciting, vibrant tracks in the South of
England and with it’s fantastic location in the heart of Brighton City,
our seaside course is the PERFECT venue for a day out with family and
friends, or for the ultimate corporate experience.Such has been the
popularity of the course in recent years we now have even more fixtures
for you to chose from with 18 meetings which run from April to
October. Highlights in the 2007 racing calendar include the Tote
Challenge Trophy and the John Smith’s Brighton Mile during our two-day
festival in August, Ladies Day and three Sunday race meetings –
something for everyone to enjoy!
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Brighton
Racecourse Freshfield Road Brighton East Sussex BN2 9XZ Fax: 01273 673267 BRIGHTON RACES CLICK |
01273 603 580 |
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BRIGHTON SEA
LIFE CENTRE
The magnificent Brighton Sea Life Centre combines the splendour of Victorian architecture with modern marine life habitats. It boasts England’s longest walkthrough underwater observation tunnel. Themed marine displays reveal the fascinating habitats found beneath the waves. |
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Marine
Parade,
Madeira Drive, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1TB |
01273 604234 |
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THE BRIGHTON TOY
& MODEL MUSEUM
With a collection of teddy bears, dolls, planes, forts and trains and Toy & Model film memorabilia. The museum is located in four of the arches under Brighton Railway Station. The museum covers over 4,000 square feet with over 25,000 exhibits and has an 'Aladdin's Cave' atmosphere. Events and exhibitions are held throughout the year, please contact us for more information. |
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52-55 Trafalgar
Street, Brighton,
East Sussex, BN1 4EB
Open: All year. Tues to Fri, 10am - 5pm. Sat 11am - 5pm. Last admission 4pm. email:info@brightontoymuseum.co.uk BRIGHTON TOY & MODEL MUSEUM CLICK |
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BRIGHTON YELLOWAVE BEACH SPORTS
CENTRE
NIVEA SUN® Yellowave is the UK's only permanent beach
sports venue of its kind. We offer beach sports activities to all ages
and abilities, from absolute beginners to advanced. Beach volleyball,
beach soccer, footvolley, beach rugby, ultimate frisbee and bouldering
are all available. Simply book a court or pitch with friends or come
down to one of our coached sessions. Call us on 01273 672222 to find
out more. |
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NIVEA
SUN
Yellowave Beach Sports Venue 299 Madeira Drive Brighton BN2 1EN E: info@yellowave.co.uk
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Cloud 9, BrightonThis little ice cream
parlour in the heart of Brighton’s rambling
Laines is an ice cream lover’s dream. Starting at £2.00 a
scoop, they
offer an indulgent array of flavours including Chunky Cheese Cake,
Vanilla Bean Dream and Perfect Peanut Butter.
The adventurous specials
menu includes such flavours as Garlic
Galore and Blue Cheese. I spoke to co-founder Hannah about what
sets
Cloud 9 apart from their competitors: “We make ice cream as best
as it
possibly can be – constantly experimenting and introducing new
flavours. We’re really fussy, so we make sure we get it right!” New
additions include Malteser and Oreo and honeycomb flavour, and
they run cooking classes for kids that allow them to try out new
recipes. Oh I do like to be beside the seaside...
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15 Brighton Place. The Laines Brighton BN1 1HJ www.cloud9brighton.co.uk |
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BURGESS
HILL
Whether you're planning a short break in Mid Sussex or visiting in the course of your work, Burgess Hill Tourist Information Centre can help you plan your stay. With information on accommodation, local attractions, family activities, places to eat and much more let us help you make the most of your visit. So what is there for the visitor to see in and around Burgess Hill? The area boasts many attractions including stunning countryside, beautiful gardens and ancient castles which are all easily accessible, making Burgess Hill an ideal base for any visitor. Using “Visit Sussex”, our computerised booking system, we can book your accommodation in West Sussex and further afield. All the accommodation listed has been inspected. When you arrive in Burgess Hill just follow the “Tourist Information” signs - our staff guarantee you a warm welcome! |
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96 Church Walk, RH15 9AS Fax:
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BUTLINS BOGNOR
REGIS
There’s loads of fun for everyone at Butlins, including Splash Waterworld full of rides and slides, the Skyline Pavilion with live shows from Bob the Builder and his Team™, a huge soft play area, mini rides for tiny tots, ten-pin bowling, two cinemas, a fantastic FREE fun fair, go-karts, a state-of-the-art recording studio, reality golf and PC Arena with the latest gaming technology plus a host of great places to eat and drink. Butlins is a great family day out. |
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Butlins Bognor Regis, West Sussex PO21 1JJ OPEN DAILY: 10am – 8pm to day visitors, (closed some weekend breaks). |
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CABBAGES &
KINGS
Garden Designer and
Chelsea Gold Medallist, Ryl
Nowell,
created this unique garden which gives the visitor valuable ideas.
Learn
about design, materials, planting.
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Cabbages &
Kings, Hadlow Down on the
A272 NE of Uckfield. Follow the
brown signs in the village. Fax: 01825 83073 |
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CAMBER CASTLE
A later
castle, Camber was
not completed until 1544, near the cinque port of Rye. Its purpose was
to defend the coast between rye and Winchelsea from the French. However
by the end of
16th century, the silting up of local rivers had reduced its miltary
value and the garrison was disbanded in 1637. This view from the
outside shows the
D shaped bastions and part of the octagonal curtain wall. The castle
was
built largely from local sandstone and limestone.
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CHICHESTER
Chichester is a small Cathedral city in the south of England, in the county of West Sussex, with a population of about 25,000.It is the administrative centre of the Chichester district, a largely rural area with a population of over 100,000. It is also the county town of West Sussex, home of West Sussex County Council. The patron saint of The City of Chichester is Saint Richard of Chichester, bishop of the See of Chichester in the thirteenth century.It has been argued that the area was a bridgehead for the Roman invasion of Britain. The city centre stands on the foundations of the Romano-British city of Noviomagus Reginorum, capital of the Civitas Reginorum, and near to the Roman Palace of Fishbourne. According to the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle it was captured towards the close of the fifth century, by Ælle, and renamed after his son, Cissa. It was the chief city of the Kingdom of Sussex. The Roman Road of Stane Street, connecting Fishbourne Palace with London, passes through the city centre. The city streets have a cross-shaped layout, inherited from the Romans: radiating outwards from the medieval market cross lead the North, South, East and West shopping streets. Quite a lot of the city walls are in place, and may be walked along for some of their length. For 300 years before the 19th-century Reform Bills expanded the right to vote for members of Parliament to include most ordinary citizens, Chichester's residents had enjoyed that right. Famously, when the mayor restricted the vote to only Freemen in the election of 1660 for the Convention Parliament that organized the restoration of the monarchy, the House of Commons noted that "for One-and-twenty Parliaments, the Commonalty, as well as the Citizens, had had Voice in the electing of Members to serve in Parliament; and that thereupon the Committee were of Opinion, that the Commonalty of the said Borough, together with the free Citizens, have Right of Election" [1] and overturned the election, seating instead the candidate elected by the more-inclusive Commonality of Chichester, and jailing the mayor for two weeks for contempt because of his his wilful denial of the ancient rights. |
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South
Street , Chichester , PO19 1AH Fax: 01243 539449 |
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CHICHESTER
CATHEDRAL
Enjoy
home-made
cakes, tea and light lunches in the Restaurant and unique
gifts in the Cathedral Shop.Located in the heart of the Georgian city of Chichester, the magnificent 900 year old Cathedral is home to significant works of art, from Romanesque stone carvings to famous 20th century sculpture, tapestries and paintings. Guided tours available on request by prior arrangement. Coach drop-off point. Disabled access. No fee, although donations are greatly appreciated. |
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Royal
Chantry, Cathedral Cloisters, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1PX |
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CHICHESTER
DISTRICT MUSEUM
Take
a
historic trip around Roman, medieval, Georgian and Victorian
Chichester. The mosaic from East Street, stocks and many other
treasures can be seen in
this museum which is located in an eighteenth-century corn store. |
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01243 784683 |
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CHICHESTER FESTIVAL THEATRE Chichester Festival Theatre is one of the UK's flagship theatres with an international reputation for creating magical live performances. Its heritage is synonymous with excellence in all things theatrical, from acting and staging to costume. The Festival Theatre opened with much anticipation and to great acclaim in 1962. Subsequently the smaller and more intimate Minerva Theatre was built in 1989. Chichester Festival Theatre creates outstanding world-class productions for audiences both from the UK and around the world. The emphasis of the theatre's programme is on the Summer Festival, which runs from April to September and includes plays from classics to contemporary writing. During this time the theatre also delivers outdoor promenade performances and organizes a great deal of the festival's other events including Cabaret and Comedy nights and a great range of events designed to add to the experience of visiting the theatre including Platform Events, Family Days and Talks. |
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01243
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CHICHESTER HARBOUR CONSERVANCY Chichester
Harbour
is an area of outstanding natural beauty including the harbour
and surrounding land. Year round programme of guided walks and
activities throughout Chichester Harbour. |
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Access
from
various
points along A259 west of Chichester, A286 south of Chichester
and from Hayling Island. Charged parking at Itchenor and Bosham. |
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CHICHESTER
HARBOUR WATER TOURS
Please call for weekly timetable of sailing times. A boat cruise with Chichester Harbour Water Tours enables you to see much of the unspoilt area from the water. From the narrow harbour mouth between Sandy point Hayling Island, and East Head in Sussex. To Emsworth, Thorny Island Channels, Bosham, and Dell Quay. You will be able to see some of the 12,000 resident boats and a wide variety of habitats including sand dunes, mudflats, shingle banks and woodlands, all valuable refuge for sea birds and other interesting wildlife species. You may also be lucky enough to see a Seal! When visiting this area of outstanding natural beauty from the water. There are up to 5 Public Trips a day. Exact sailing times for the week can be found on the website. |
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The
Parade, East Wittering, West Sussex, PO20 8BN |
01243 670504 |
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CHICHESTER NEW
PARK CINEMA
Nestled between the South Downs and the South East Coast is the historic Cathedral City of Chichester, which is home to one of the UK’s most exciting and unique Art House Cinemas - the Chichester Cinema at New Park. Dedicated to showing the best films from around the World showing over 300 films at 1,000 screenings with as many as five films a day. They include the best in Cinema from Britain and America, as well as award-winning international films. Sunday Classic Films. Retrospectives, education events and film seasons also form part of our programming. The highlight of the Cinema’s year is the 18-day Chichester Film Festival, where at one Cinema, audiences can enjoy over 70 feature films, Q&As with visiting directors and talks supporting the programming. Over half the films shown are Previews and Premieres, the remainder forming retrospectives on major players in the Film world. The Cinema’s equipment includes modern 35mm projector, Dolby® SR Stereo plus the facilities to screen a number of other formats including VHS, S-VHS, Beta, DVD and 16mm. |
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Chichester
Cinema,
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01243 78 66 50 |
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CHICHESTER
WATERSPORTS
Chichester Watersports is a friendly place where you can and improve your skills in the SAFE environment of a 40 acre inland freshwater lake A multiple watersports facility sited alongside the main A27 at Chichester with easy access where you can enjoy
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CHURCHILL
SHOPPING CENTRE
Welcome
to Churchill Square - Brighton's exciting shopping centre with 85 big
names all under one roof. The spacious, innovative design makes it a
perfect part of any day out, whether shopping, browsing, meeting
friends or checking out what's happening in any of the centre's
promotional areas.
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Churchill
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Shopping
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01273 327428 | ||
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CISSBURY RING On the top of the hill to the east of Findon is Cissbury Ring, a hill fort of about 18 acres, surrounded by a rampart and deep ditch which almost exactly a mile to walk round. A trumph of celtic engineering, built at about 477 AD, and named after Cissa, King of Sussex crowned in 514, conquered by King Caelwin the West Saxon in 584. It is one of a line of such forts stretching from Kent through to Dorset. When built it also had a 15 foot high timber defense wall. The views from the top are spectacular. You can park in the signposted carpark off the A24 south of Findon and walk up across the fields, or drive up through Findon village to a small carpark just to the north of the Ring. |
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Car park at Storrington Rise, Findon Valley, off A24, three miles north of Worthing
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COURT HALL MUSEUM
Housed in the
oldest building in Winchelsea, exhibits
include a town model that shows the effect of the sea retreating from
the town. Exhibits relating to the time that the town was one of the
Cinque Ports can also be found here.
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High
Street, Winchelsea,
East Sussex, TN36 4EA opening is seasonal ~ May - September Tuesday - Saturday & Bank Holidays 10.30 - 12.30 & 2 - 5 Sundays 2 - 5 COURT HALL MUSEUM CLICK |
01797 226382 |
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COWDRAY PARK POLO CLUB The Cowdray Estate hosts Corporate Entertainment, Hospitality Events and Multi Leisure Activities Events on our 16,500 acre Estate, a large proportion of which is forestry and agricultural land. The Cowdray Estate is near Midhurst, West Sussex close to the borders of Surrey and Hampshire, just one hour from London. The multi leisure activity days on the Cowdray Estate include Clay Pigeon Shooting lessons, Simulated Game Shooting, team building challenges, archery, target golf, golf breaks, treasure hunts, falconry, fishing, wildlife experiences as well as badger watching. The Cowdray Park Polo Club is now one of the largest in Britain with over 600 non-playing members. The main event of the year is the Gold Cup, which is held in July and has become gradually bigger and better each year. |
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Cowdray
Park
Polo Club, Midhurst, West Sussex. GU29 OAQ |
01730 813257 | ||
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CRAWLEY Crawley is a town and local government district in West Sussex, England. It covers an area of 44.97 km² and has a population of 99,744 people (2001 census). The area now known as Crawley was peopled by Stone Age, Bronze Age and Iron Age settlers, as remains show. During the Roman times the iron industry flourished. The Saxons first named the settlement craw leah (crow infested clearing); both Ifield and Worth are mentioned in the Domesday Book; Worth church is Saxon. A weekly market charter was granted in 1203. Crawley's position on the turnpike to Brighton helped to boost its population. It was, however, the coming of the railway in 1848, when the London, Brighton and South Coast Railway opened the line from Three Bridges on the line to Brighton to Horsham railway station that started the real town growth. Some 900 houses were added between the two world wars, bringing the population to around 10,000 people by World War II, mainly clustered around the main London to Brighton road (by then the A23). Other local developments included the opening of Gatwick Racecourse in 1891; and an aerodrome, later to become Gatwick Airport, opened in the 1930s. Ifield railway station was opened in 1907.In 1947, Crawley was designated as a New Town area under the New Towns Act of 1946.[1] Its development then ballooned during the 1950s and 1960s, bringing it to a population of around 60,000. Crawley New Town was based around three communities: Crawley itself, Ifield and Three Bridges. The Act allowed expansion as required: and since its beginnings, the town has continued to grow, incorporating neighbouring settlements. Six square kilometres were added in 1983; and a further neighbourhood to the north-east of the town is planned. During the boom of the 1980s the town boasted the lowest level of unemployment in the UK.
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County Mall, Crawley, RH10 1FP Fax:
01293
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01293 84696 |
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CRAWLEY
MUSEUM
Located next to
Goffs Park House on the outskirts of
Crawley, exhibits showing the town’s history as far back as the Bronze
Age are rotated on a regular basis.
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Goffs Park House, Horsham Rd, Crawley, West Sussex, RH11 8PB E-mail
: office@crawleymuseum.fsnet.co.uk |
01293 539088 |
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CRYPT GALLERY
An
unusual
venue for a gallery, it is built around a medieval crypt. |
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Crypt
Gallery, |
01323
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THE CUCKOO TRAIL
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Heathfield to
Polegate, East
Sussex (with extension to Hampden Park, Eastbourne) THE CUCKOO TRAIL CLICK |
01323 442667 |
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DENMANS GARDEN
A beautiful 4 acre garden designed for year round interest – through use of form, colour and texture. The home of John Brookes MBE, renowned garden designer and writer, it is a garden full of ideas to be interpreted within smaller home spaces. There is a Les Routiers award winning (Café of the Year 2005 for London & South East) and fully licensed Garden Café which serves a selection of light lunches, coffees, teas and a variety of delicious cakes and a beautiful Plant Centre which stocks around 1500 varieties of perennials and shrubs. On A27 at Fontwell midway between Chichester and Arundel. Guide dogs only . |
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Denmans
Garden,
Fontwell, Arundel, West Sussex BN18 0SU OPEN DAILY Garden and
Plant Centre all year round 9am – 5pm |
(0)1243 542808 |
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DITCHLING MUSEUM
Housed in an old
school, displays show almost every
aspect of daily life in England through the ages. Sculptor, engraver
and designer of typefaces Eric Gill, the calligrapher and typographer
Edward Johnston, the weaver Ethel Mairet, and the artist Sir Frank
Brangwyn, plus several others
who are well known famous people in the arts and crafts world have
lived
in Ditchling and their life and work are well represented in the
museum. Running
programme of high quality special exhibitions throughout the year.
Bookings
taken at all times throughout the year by prior arrangement for groups
which
can include a conducted tour of the village, and we also have
programmes
of arranged activities for school parties, and an active Friends'
Association.
A gift shop and cafe are also available
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Church
Lane,
Ditchling, Hassocks, West Sussex, BN6 8TB
Open: Tues to Sat 10.30am - 5pm. Sun 2pm - 5pm. Closed Dec 22nd to Feb
13th. |
01273 844744 |
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DRUSILLAS PARK
Drusillas has a wide variety of animals in naturalistic environments, including the famous Meerkats, a walk-through Bat enclosure, Petworld, Penguin Bay, Millennium Bugs, Squirrel Monkey Island and Otters. NEW FOR 2006 – AMAZON ADVENTURE – a soft indoor play venue. Playland includes the Toddler Indoor Village and Stables, Monkey Kingdom, Treetops Lookout, as well as masses of climbing, sliding, jumping and swinging fun. Enjoy educational hands-on activities and the chance to compete in the Zoolympics! Pan for Gold*, tee off at Jungle Adventure Golf or splash about in Explorers Lagoon. Plus there is also the Wacky Workshop*, Maasai Exhibition, Penguin Plunge*, Vertical Limit*, Jungle Jumper*, Discovery Centre*, Sensory Trail, Safari train, Explorers Restaurant and Oasis Café. Free Animal Spotter stamping books and trail. Disabled access throughout, and low-level viewing. (*Weekends and school holidays). |
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Drusillas Park, Alfriston, East Sussex BN26 5QS OPEN
ALL
YEAR ROUND: except 24/25/26 Dec 10am – 5pm (winter), 10am – 6pm
(summer). |
(0)1323 874100 |
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| EARNLEY
GARDENS Description: Walk
among tropical butterflies, parrots
and other exotic birds. 17 theme gardens to discover and lots more. All
under-cover. Rejectamenta, the Nostalgia Museum, is an unbeatable treat
for older customers. Mini Beasts - talk on butterflies.
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Earnley
Gardens, 133 Almodington Lane, Earnley, Chichester, West Sussex, PO207JR Tel: 01243 512637 Fax: 01243 673658 |
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EASTBOURNE
Boat trips to Beachy Head Lighthouse. Dining ‘al fresco’ at the cosmopolitan Marina. Having fun on the Victorian Pier. Relaxing to music at the seafront Bandstand. Messing about on the beach. Exploring the picturesque South Downs countryside. Watching fantastic air displays or top class tennis at our international events. Enjoying flumes and waves at the Sovereign Centre leisure complex. Taking a ride on the seafront Dotto Train. Being entertained in one of our four theatres. Shopping for antiques, bargains or sticks of rock. Browsing in our museums and art galleries. Having a fish and chip supper. Paddling in rock pools. Watching the sun rise over the sea or just having an ice-cream and watching the world go by... Just some of the things that you can enjoy in award-winning, sunny Eastbourne! Why not come and experience it for yourself? |
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The
Tourist
Information Centre, Cornfield Road, Eastbourne BN21 4QL |
(0)906 7112212 (premium rate line charged at 50p local rate) |
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EASTBOURNE
MINIATURE STEAM RAILWAY
A railway adventure
in Eastbourne. Ride for nearly a
mile behind scale coal-fired miniature steam locomotives around a
5-acre lake. Fun or relaxation all day. Adventure playground, indoor
model railways, garden railway, steam or diesel train journeys,
lineside walk, picnic areas, maze, Thomas the Tank Engine souvenir/gift
shop, day ticket angling, café and prize winning tea gardens.
Free parking. No dogs. Follow signs to Eastbourne Industrial Estates to
Lottbridge Drove then brown signs to Mini Railway.
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Lottbridge Drove, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN23 6NS |
01323 520229 |
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PIER Eastbourne
pier provides entertainment for all the family from dawn till dusk. The
fun starts with the Funtasia amusement arcade, then on for a bit of
shopping. After a boat trip, an ice cream, a few games of Bingo and a
spot of fishing - the Waterfront bar and restaurant is the perfect
place to eat, drink and relax. Alternatively you can choose to dance
your socks off at our own Bar Copa or Atlantis niteclub. New for 2003
is the Camera Obscura - a fully restored 360 degree Victorian projector
making us the only pier in the world with
a fully operational attraction of this type!
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Opening Times: Open all year round |
01323 410466 |
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EAST GRINSTEAD East Grinstead is approximately 7 miles East of Crawley, 29 miles from Brighton and 33 miles from London. It has an estimated population of 25,000. There is a direct rail service to Victoria Station (55 minutes) and many bus links with the surrounding areas. This historic town offers a tranquil pace and is an ideal location for residing or visiting.Some of the towns architectural attractions can be found by way of a line of restored houses and shops that stand on the south side of East Grinstead High Street. These buildings boast the longest continuous run of 14th century timber framed buildings in England. There are other buildings to be seen that are find examples of Georgian and Regency times, together with buildings that date from the 15th and 16th centuries. Sackville College can also be found in the High Street. This college was founded by Thomas Sackville, Earl of Dorset. It is a Jacobean sandstone almshouse, now a Grade 1 listed building, it was founded in 1609. Sackville College is open, with time restrictions, during June and July. |
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Library Buildings, West Street, RH19 4SR Fax: 01342 410262 |
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EAST GRINSTEAD
MUSEUM
With exciting,
brand-new displays, tracing the history
of the town and its neighbourhood, its characters, events, trades and
institutions, we look forward to welcoming local people and visitors to
the area. Our longer opening hours and convenient new location, close
to East Grinstead's historic medieval High Street, as well as free
admission, will make dropping in to a look round the museum a local
habit.
If
you
are into family or local history, why not make use of our new
research
room. |
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Old Market Yard, Cantelupe Road, East Grinstead, Sussex, RH19 3BJ Wednesdays
to
Saturdays 10am to 4pm |
01342 302233 |
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ENGLISH
MARTYRS
CATHOLIC CHURCH
This
catholic
church contains a magnificent replica of Michaelangelo's world
fampus Sistine Chapel ceiling. |
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English
Martyrs
Catholic Church, |
01903
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FIRLE PLACE
Firle Place is the home of the Gage family and has been for over 500 years. Originally Tudor, remodelled in the 18thC it is similar in appearance to a French château. Sitting in peaceful parkland it houses a wonderful collection of Old Master paintings, European furniture and beautiful Sèvres porcelain. Guided tours. Contact: Information: Tel. 01273 858335. Enquiries/Restaurant: Tel. 01273 858307. |
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Firle Place, Firle, Lewes, Sussex BN8
6LP Opening Times:
2pm – 4.30pm Easter, May and August Bank Holiday Sun/Mons. Season: June
– September Weds, Thurs, Sundays. Licensed restaurant opens 12noon.
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FISHBOURNE ROMAN
PALACE
See Britain’s finest collection of in-situ Roman mosaics at Fishbourne. The 1stC palace was discovered in 1960. Twenty mosaics are on display along with the remains of hypocausts, courtyards, corridors and a bath suite. A museum displays finds, while an audio-visual presentation brings the site to life. Outside, the superb Roman garden has been replanted to its original plan, while a new Collections Discovery Centre will open early 2006. Guided tours at weekends. |
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Fishbourne Roman Palace Near Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 3QS OPEN:
from
10am daily, 1 Feb – 15 Dec; Sat/Sun, remainder of the year. |
(0)1243 785859 |
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FISHERMAN'S
MUSEUM
Found amongst the
Tudor net shops on the beach, in a
former fishermen's church, the exhibition includes the lugger
'Enterprise' (built in 1909) fully rigged for sea. Also to be found
here are a number of models, the last horse capstans (used for dragging
the boats up the beach) and a painting
of Sir Winston Churchill from 1955.
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Rock A Nore Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 3DW |
01424 461446 |
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FISHERS FARM PARK
All inclusive, all weather, all year. An
award-winning
mixture of farmyard and dynamic adventure play. Restaurants next to the
indoor play zones and outdoors in the midst of the adventure park.
Daily events include tractor rides, pony rides, ghost tunnel rides,
bumper boats, climbing wall, farm shows in the theatre, animal
handling. Fun for all. Ideally suited to 2 – 12 year olds. Phone or
check the website for special offers and seasonal events. |
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Fishers Farm Park, Wisborough Green, West Sussex RH14 0EG OPEN EVERY DAY 10am – 5pm. |
(0)1403 700063 |
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RACES Fontwell Park
racecourse hosts 19 jump race meetings a year
including Saturdays, Sundays, evening and Bank Holiday fixtures. The
fixtures have various
themes such as ‘Family Race Days’, Abba Night, Ladies Evening, Festive
Food
and Drink Race Day and Christmas Party Race Days. Adult admission
prices start
from £10 and children aged 16 and under are admitted free of
charge.
Private hospitality suites are available for groups of ten or more.The
racecourse
is also available 365 days a year for weddings,conferences, seminars,
concerts,
parties and banqueting.
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Fontwell Arundel West Sussex BN18 0SX Fax: 01243 543904 email: info@fontwellpark.co.uk FONTWELL PARK RACES CLICK |
01243 543335 |
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FOREDOWN TOWER
NATURE & ASTRONOMY CENTRE
A beautifully
converted Victorian water tower is home
to this countryside centre on the Sussex Downs and the only operational
camera obscura in the South East. The viewing gallery gives outstanding
views over the surrounding countryside. Also weather station,
interactive computers, countryside data, astronomy events. Tea and
coffee facilities, shop and toilets. On site parking.
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Foredown
Road, Portslade, Brighton, East Sussex, BN41 2EW e-mail: foredown.tower@brighton-hove.gov.uk FOREDOWN TOWER CLICK |
01273 292092 |
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FORT FUN & ROCKYS New dodgems, new
balloon ride, new carousel ride! Adventure for all the family at Fort
Fun in Eastbourne, a 2-acre family fun park. Reach new heights on the
Bat Ride (if you dare), ride the 6-lane slide as tall as a house, or
climb aboard the runaway train junior roller-coaster. Play Adventure
Golf or drive one of our Formula One Karts and if it’s wet – come
inside Rocky’s indoor Adventure Play area –
Birthday Party heaven!for info Tel: 01323 642833. |
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Fort
Fun,
Royal Parade, open
year
round 10am – 6pm (except 25/26 Dec). Fort Fun Park open summer
season only |
(0)1323 642833 |
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GOODWOOD
HOUSE
Recently
refurbished home of the Lennox sisters, featured in BBC's
Aristocrats, beautiful grounds and interiors. |
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Goodwood
House, Goodwood, Chichester, West Sussex, PO180PX Fax: 01243 755005 Email: curator@goodwood.co.uk : GOODWOOD HOUSE CLICK |
01243
755000 |
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GOODWOOD RACES
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Goodwood
Racecourse
Ltd West
Sussex.
PO18 0PS. |
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GROUNDS AND
GARDENS OF
HERSTMONCEUX CASTLE
Experience the peace and tranquillity of this 15thC moated castle set among carefully maintained Elizabethan gardens and parkland, your experience begins with your first sight of the castle as it breaks into view. Visit the gift shop, visitors’ centre, tea room, nature trail, and children’s woodland play area. Dogs must be on a lead. The castle is not open to the public, however guided tours are conducted at an extra charge and subject to availability. Please phone for confirmation of times before your visit. |
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Grounds and Gardens of Herstmonceux Castle, Hailsham, East Sussex, England BN27 1RN OPEN
DAILY:
15 Apr – 29 Oct 10am – 6pm (last admission 5pm, in Oct closes at
5pm) Closed 25 and 30 July. |
(0)1323 833816 |
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GLYNDE PLACE A magnificent
Elizabethan
manor house set in the downs heart of the South Downs. Glynde Place is
the family home of Viscount and Viscountess Hampden, whose forebears
built the house in 1569 with a mixture of flint and stone from Caen,
Normandy. Portraits, furniture, silver, embroidery and books testify to
400 years of family life. The library commemorates the life of Mr
Speaker Brand (1872 – 1884). |
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Glynde Place, The Street, Glynde, nr Lewes, East Sussex BN8 6SX May to August inclusive: Wednesdays, Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays House:Open 2pm - 5pm (last entrance at 4.45pm) Garden:Open 12.00 noon - 5pm TearoomOpen 12.00 noon - 5pm: Homemade Sussex cream teas and lunches using local produce |
0)1273 858224 |
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GREAT DIXTER
HOUSE & GARDEN
Great Dixter is the
birthplace and home of gardening
author, Christopher Lloyd. The gardens include topiary, wild meadow
areas, natural ponds, a formal pool and the famous Long Border and
Exotic Garden.
Gift shop, toilet facilities (toilet for wheelchair users) dogs not allowed, (guide dogs only), plants/produce for sale, refreshments, famous gardener link, car parking on site, coach parking on site, picnic area. |
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Great
Dixter, High Park, Northiam, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 6PH Fax: 01797 252879 email: office@greatdixter.co.uk GREAT DIXTER HOUSE CLICK Please contact for opening times. |
01797 252878 |
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GROOMBRIDGE PLACE GARDENS & ENCHANTED FOREST Gardens to enchant and excite – featuring a series of magnificent 17thC formal walled gardens plus the quirky, mysterious environment of the Enchanted Forest – challenging the imagination of young and old alike. Birds of prey flying displays, restaurant, picnic area and gift shop. Plus a great packed programme of special events. |
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Groombridge Place
Gardens
& Enchanted Forest, Groombridge, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN3 9QG OPEN DAILY: 1 April – 4 November 10am – 5.30pm. mailto:office@groombridge.co.ukGROOMBRIDGE PLACE CLICK |
(0)1892 861444 |
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HARBOUR PARK For the perfect family day out you simply must visit Harbour Park. Not only does it have all the old favourites such as The Waltzer and Dodgems, but kids can also play Fantasy Golf, Pan for Gold or brave the Horror Hotel! New for winter 2005/6 – a superb indoor skating rink, and, coming soon, a thrilling Log Flume Ride (Easter ’06). All this borders a safe sandy beach, a traditional Harbour and Marina with boat trips, cafés, restaurants and plenty of picnic areas. There’s ample parking, so take the whole family to Harbour Park today! |
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Harbour Park,
Seafront,
Littlehampton, West Sussex BN17 5LL OPEN DAILY except 25 December. For
details of winter attractions mailto: fun@harbourpark.com HARBOUR PARK CLICK |
(0)1903 721200 |
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HASTINGS ATTRACTIONS A fun day out for all the family! Underground, underwater, under siege; a day out in Hastings offers a fantastic day for everyone – and great value too! Relive the danger that faced the Hastings smugglers, in a labyrinth of tunnels and caverns at the Smugglers Adventure. Discover a whole new world beneath the waves and bring the ocean depths to life at Underwater World. Visit the first Norman Castle and learn the story of the Castle’s intriguing and often bloody past. Visit any one of these great attractions and receive 1/3 off at the other 2! |
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Castle Hall,
Stonefield Road, Hastings TN34 1QB OPEN ALL YEAR: for details tel: 01424 718776/422964 mailto:enquiries@discoverhastings.co.ukHASTINGS ATTRACTIONS CLICK |
0)1424
718776/ 422964 |
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HASTINGS
CASTLE
William of Normandy
built a
wooden fort
on the cliffs overlooking Hastings, shortly after after his victory
over the Saxons on Senlac field in 1066. Around 1070, he ordered a new
stone
castle to be built on the same site. William soon returned to Normandy
leaving
the castle in under the command of Humphrey de Tilleul. Later, William
granted the castle, the town of Hastings and a large amount of the
surrounding Sussex countryside to Robert, Count of Eu.
At its height, the castle had a large stone keep and a church college. Tournaments were held at the nearby Ladies Parlour fields. Some tournaments were believed to have been attended by Adela, King Williams's daughter. Several later Kings visited the castle including, William II, Stephen, John and Edward I. In 1287 a series of violent storms undermined the cliffs the castle was built on, causing part of the castle, including the keep, to collapse into the sea. The castle was attacked by the French in 1339 and again in 1377, inflicting more damage. By the middle of the 16th century, with Henry VIII's disolution of the monasteries, the castle and its precincts was completely abandoned. In 1824, the ruins of the castle were rediscovered and excavated. The site remains open to the public today. |
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The Stade , Old Town , Hastings , TN34 1EZ Fax: 01424 781186 Email: hic_info@hastings.gov.uk Website: Visit Hastings HASTINGS CLICK |
(0) 1424 781 111 |
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HASTINGS MUSEUM
& ART GALLERY
Closed December
2005 through to January 2007 due to
major refurbishment. Hastings Museum and Art Gallery contains fine
paintings and china, the cultures of other lands and a contrasting view
of local wildlife today and as it would have been 150 million years
ago. There are plenty of special features for children with fossils,
local animals and a display on the Hastings born conservationist, Grey
Owl. The most spectacular part of the museum is the magnificent Durbar
Hall constructed for the Indian and
Colonial Exhibition of 1886. There is also a wide ranging programme of
exhibitions by the very best local artists, national touring
exhibitions and local history topics.
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Johns Place, Bohemia Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1ET |
01424 781155 |
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HENFIELD MUSEUM Local History Museum with agricultural bygones, costume, local paintings and photographs. Illustrating life in a rural area from medieval times |
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Village
Hall,
High Street |
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HERSTMONCEUX
CASTLE
Sir Roger Feinnes
was granted 600
arces around the village of Herstmonceux in recognition of his service
at the battle of Agincourt by King Henry V. Sir Roger used the land to
build Herstmonceux castle in 1441. Herstmonceux castle is one of the
earliest surviving brick built structures in England, after the art of
brick making had been lost during
the Saxon era. With its turrets, crenelation and moat, the castle looks
defensively
impressive, but it was built as a manor house and the castle never saw
siege
or battle. In the mid-18th century the interior was demolished to
provide
materials for nearby building projects. Restoration work began in the
early
20th century and finally completed in 1936. Between 1946 and 1990, the
castle
housed the Royal Greenwich Observatory. Today it is situated in a
beautifully
landscaped park and well kept walled gardens.This 15th Century moated
castle
is set in 550 acres of glorious woodland and gardens. Visit the gift
shop,
tearoom, visitor centre and children's woodland play area and take a
leisurely
walk along the nature trail. Don't forget the beautiful gardens.
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Herstmonceux,
Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 1RN Opening Times: 15th April to 29th October (closed 25th July), 10am - 6pm, last admission 5pm. Closed at 5pm during October, last admission 4pm. Castle is not open to the public, however Guided Tours are available (extra charge) subject to availability. Special events include a medieval festival in August. Fax: 01323 834499 Email: c_dennett@isc.queensu.ac.uk HERSTMONCEUX CASTLE CLICK |
01323
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HIGH BEECHES GARDENS Twenty-five acres of magically beautiful, peaceful, woodland and water gardens. Spring flowers, autumn colours. Rippling streams, enchanting vistas, bluebells, azaleas, camellias,magnolias,wildflower meadows, rare plants, tree trails. Car and coach parking, picnic area, toilets. Access for all to Restaurant and Tea Garden serving lunches and teas all year. Coaches by appointment. Some steep gradients in gardens. No dogs please. (Reg Charity) |
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High
Beeches Gardens,
Handcross, West Sussex RH17 6HQ OPEN:1pm – 5pm mid-March to end October. HIGH BEECHES CLICK |
(0)1444
400589 |
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| HIGHDOWN
CHALK
GARDENS Planted with rare
plants and trees from all over the
world this disused chalk pit has been transformed into a beautiful
garden.
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Highdown
Chalk Gardens, Littlehampton Road, , Worthing, West Sussex, HIGHDOWN GARDENS CLICK |
01903
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SALVINGTON WINDMILL The last
survivor of several mills within the
area, this windmall has been fully restored to full working order.
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High
Salvington
Windmill, |
01903
260218 |
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HISTORIC HEAVEN FARM A 600-year-old unique farm carefully managed to live up to its name includes the Bluebell nature trail featured many times on BBC TV, parkland, ponds, and Rural Life Museum plus many pleasant surprises. The Stable Tea Rooms provide light lunches, cream teas etc. Craft Shop. Caravans and Camping. Guided tours of Ashdown Forest and Lewes area from your own coach. Free entry into farm. Dogs on lead. |
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Historic Heaven
Farm,
Furners Green, Danehill, Uckfield, East Sussex
OPEN DAILY: 1
March – 30 November 10am – 5pm. A mile north of the Bluebell Railway
and Sheffield
Park Garden on the A275. Tea Rooms (0)1825 790888 F ax (0)1825 790881 mailto: butler.enterprises@farmline.com HEAVEN FARM CLICK |
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| HOLLY
GATE CACTUS GARDEN &
NURSERY Situated
in the beautiful Sussex countryside, you will find the world famous
'Holly Gate' Garden, containing 3,000 cactus and succulents. Visitors
can wander at leisure within 10,000 square feet of glasshouses where
plants from both arid and tropical parts of the world are displayed,
some like tiny pebbles, others tall and majestic. See aloes, prickly
pears and pin cushion cactus. There are also thousands of plants for
sale, making it a fascinating place to visit whatever the weather.
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HORSHAM Horsham is the largest town in the district of the same name. Horsham is administered by Horsham District Council. The second tier of administration is by West Sussex County Council which is based in Chichester. In addition there are various Parish Councils.North East Horsham is known as Roffey, originally a separate village. It too has its own Parish Council. The Horsham point - a mesolithic arrowhead - is sometimes claimed as the birth of distinctly British culture, since it is the earliest known artefact that postdates the separation (due to glacial meltwater filling the Channel) of 'Britain' from the continent. The first mention of Horsham was in a land charter of AD 947. The town had connections to the sale of horses and the name is believed to be derived from Horse Ham, a settlement where Horses were kept.An alternative explanation is that 'Horsham' is a contraction of 'Horsa's Ham' named after the Saxon warrior who was said to have been given lands in the area. An urban myth persists, however improbable, that the name is ancient Latin for "The Whore's Shame", most likely simply for the negative connotations it bears.Horsham may be mentioned indirectly in the Domesday Book (although this is sometimes debated among historians) adjacent manorial lands and surrounding holdings are also mentioned. Horsham had two weekly markets in the middle ages, and was noted locally for its annual fairs.Despite a local iron industry which stayed until the seventeenth century and a prosperous brewing industry, Horsham remained primarily agricultural until the early 20th century, when other industry and residential development began to proliferate.Horsham prospered well during the Victorian era and early 20th century. The town, along with others, has been well documented photographically by Francis Frith. The pictures record many of the landmarks that are still in place today although some, for example the War Memorial, Jubilee Fountain and Carfax Bandstand have been relocated.The town has grown steadily over recent years to a population of over 30,000.
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The
Causeway , Horsham , RH12 1HE Fax:
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| HORSHAM
MUSEUM A fascinating
museum is housed in a sixteenth century
half-timbered building. Exhibits include ceramics, furniture, social
life, exotica, costume, local history, plus reconstructed wheelwrights
and blacksmiths shop. A saddler's shop, town history, a collection of
early bicycles, a gallery on farming life
and a display about the poet Shelley that includes many first and early
editions
are also available.
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9 The
Causeway, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 1HE |
01403 254959 |
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HOVE Hove is a town on the south coast of England immediately to the west of Brighton. The former towns form a single conurbation together with some smaller towns and villages running along the coast. As part of local government reform Brighton and Hove were merged to form the borough of Brighton and Hove in 1997. In 2000 the conjoined towns officially attained city status.Hove is between Brighton on the east and Portslade-by-Sea on the west. The pre-1997 borough of Hove, formed in 1974, included Portslade-by-Sea.
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| HOVE MUSEUM
& ART GALLERY The museum is split
into a number of galleries
including the Wizard's Attic which contains toys and interactive
exhibits regarding children's lives, a local gallery plus other
exhibits regarding the town's pioneer film-makers. There are also two
new contemporary craft galleries that
showcase star objects from the collection, introduce some of the key
craft
pioneers of the 20th century and explore the process of craft making.
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19 New Church Road,
Hove, East
Sussex, BN3 4AB
Tuesday – Saturday
10am–5pm HOVE MUSEUM CLICK |
01273 290200 |
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"HOW WE LIVED THEN" MUSEUM OF SHOPS 20
Cornfield
Terrace, Eastbourne (just off the seafront between War
Memorial roundabout and theatres). Visit the Famous South Coast Museum
of Shops. See over 100,000 exhibits, collected during the past 50
years, on four floors of old shops, room-settings and displays. School
and other parties welcomed (reduced rates and work sheets on
application). Interesting Gift Shop at entrance. |
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"How We
Lived Then" Museum
of Shops, 20 Cornfield Terrace, Eastbourne, East Sussex OPEN DAILY: (incl. Sundays) from 10am. Closing times vary according to season. mailto:howwelivedthen@btconnect.com HOW WE LIVED THEN CLICK |
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| JAM GALLERY The
JAM Gallery, situated in the heart of Arundel, West Sussex, opened in
March 2005. The town is renowned for its art lifestyle, unusual shops,
galleries, antiques and cream teas!
JAM is a new departure into niche retailing for Jackie Ramseyer who ran her own PR related business for 25 years. Jackie searches for pieces that are from established and new designers; that are unusual and interesting; and really are one-offs. |
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47 High Street ARUNDEL West Sussex BN18 9AG email: jackie@jamgallery.co.uk JAM GALLERY CLICK |
01903 883939 |
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J
C J POTTERY
A
craft
pottery
specialising in porcelain domestic ware and reduction-fired lustre
ware. You may see work being thrown on the wheel or decorated by hand.
Finished work is for sale in our well stocked showroom. The pottery was
established in 1974 and finds inspiration in the ideas and work of
William Morris, William de Morgan and Bernard Leach. The workshop and
showroom are in a beautiful converted set of farm buildings 10 minutes
from the centre of Eastbourne. Admission free. |
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Peeling Manor
Barns, Hankham Lane, Hankham Stone Cross, nr Pevensey, BN24 5AP From B2247 in Stone Cross, turn north on B2104 signed to Hailsham. Immediately after the underpass, turn right into Hankham Road. The pottery is 400 yds on the right hand side. JCJ POTTERY CLICK |
01323 469009 |
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KENT & EAST SUSSEX RAILWAY Tenterden
–
Northiam – Bodiam TN30 6HE |
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Kent &
East Sussex
Railway, Tenterden Town Station, Tenterden, Kent TN30 6HE OPEN:
Talking
Timetable Tel: 01580 762943 KENT & EAST SUSSEX RAILWAY CLICK |
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6006074 |
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KNOCKHATCH ADVENTURE PARK Let
their
imagination run wild. Adventure Park with Playgrounds, Birds of
Prey, Rowing Boats, Animals, Reptiles, Giant Sky Leap Slide, Indoor
Soft Plays, Toboggans, Trampolines, Crazy Golf, plus lots more. At
extra cost and weather permitting, Go-Karts, Laser adventure Game,
Rodeo Bull, Tea Room and
Burger Bar. |
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Knockhatch
Adventure Park,
Hailsham Bypass, Hailsham BN27 3PR OPEN DAILY: April, June, July and August 10am – 5.30pm. Weekends and school holidays during May, Sept and October 10am – 5pm, Restricted opening during winter months. mailto: knockhatch@aol.com KNOCKHATCH ADVENTURE PARK CLICK |
0)1323
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KNOCKHATCH SKI & SNOWBOARD CENTRE Skiing and Boarding with the new Powderpac Softer Surface 110m main slope along with Nursery Runs and Drag Lifts, Open Practice to improve your skills and courses for beginners with qualified instructors. Equipment provided. Ski Lodge with ski and board hire, licensed bar with snacks, lounge and Edge to Edge ski and snowboard retail and rental shop. |
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Knockhatch
Ski and
Snowboard Centre, Hailsham Bypass, Hailsham BN27 3PR PRACTICE SESSIONS are
weekday evenings and weekend days 18 October – 1 April. For out of
season opening times, all details and bookings Tel: 01323 843344. Emailto: skiknockhatch@aol.com KNOCKHATCH SKI & SNOWBOARD CENTRE CLICK |
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LAMB
HOUSE
Open:
4th
April to
31st October: Weds & Sats 2pm - 6pm. A delightful brick-fronted
house,
dating from the early 18th century and typical of the attractive town
of
Rye. This was the home of writer Henry James from 1898 to 1916, and
later
of author E. F. Benson. Some of James's personal possessions can be
seen,
and there is a charming walled garden. This house is administered and
largely
maintained on the Trust's behalf by a tenant. No WC. Car park and WCs
in
town. www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
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West
Street,
Rye,
East
Sussex, TN13 7ES |
01372 453401 |
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| LANCING COLLEGE CHAPEL Magnificient Gothic
Chapel set on the South Downs. Founded
1868 and dedicated 1911. The Rose Window (9.7m diameter) was dedicated
in 1978. Dominant impression of the nave is its height: 90ft to the
apex of the vault.
Features include the stall canopies, the brass lectern, bronze candlesticks, altar silver and fine tapestries. Party Bookings welcome. (Lancing College is a registered charity and senior school of the Woodard Corporation founded for the education of boys & girls).Suitable for wheelchairs. Frequent bus service nearby but not operating on sundays. |
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Lancing College Lancing West Sussex BN15 0RW Lancing College can be found on the A27 between Shoreham and Sompting/Worthing. Open daily: Mon-Sat 1000-1600. Sun & Bank Holidays 1200-1600. email: hmsecretary@lancing.dialnet.com LANCING COLLEGE CLICK |
01273 452213 |
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LANNARD'S GALLERY This gallery provides the opportunity to view both antique and contemporary paintings, including a selection of miniatures, ceramics and small pieces of antique furniture.Advice is also available on purchasing, cleaning, restoring and re-framing of pictures.
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LEONARDSLEE LAKES AND GARDENS The gardens are set in a romantic 240-acre valley with walks around seven beautiful lakes. Often described as the most beautiful gardens in Europe in May, when sumptuous rhododendrons and azaleas overhang paths fringed with bluebells to make an earthly paradise, full of fragrance. The Rock Garden is planted with Japanese azaleas of every hue. Here wildlife abounds – yes literally! Wallabies have lived semi-wild in parts of the valley for over 100 years. Watch the wildfowl, the large carp and the deer. Enjoy the gold medal winning Bonsai and the collection of Victorian Motor Cars (1883 – 1900) with some of the oldest cars in running order. ‘Behind the Doll’s House’ is a country estate of 100 years ago, all in miniature 1/12 scale. There is a café/restaurant, a gift shop and lots of plants for sale. |
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Leonardslee Lakes
and Gardens,
Lower Beeding, Horsham RH13 6PP OPEN DAILY: 1 Apr – 31 Oct
9.30am – 6pm (last
admission 4.30pm). Fax: (0)1403 891305 Emailto: info@leonardsleegardens.com LEONARDSLEE LAKES & GARDENS CLICK |
(0)1403
891212 |
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LEWES Although evidence of prehistoric and Roman occupation has been found in the surrounding area, it was not them, but the Saxons who first developed Lewes. They called it 'Hlaew' (which means small hill) and it was built on one of their cross-country trade routes. In fact, the steep High Street, with its assortment of old buildings and ancient passageways (called 'twittens' in Sussex), is the path the traders took from the ancient port below on the River Ouse. With its naturally defensive position, the Saxons also built fortifications here and established two mints. When the Normans came they saw the benefit of Lewes's elevated position, high on a spur of the South Downs. William de Warrene, who was given the town by William the Conqueror, built the dominating castle on the site of the old Saxon fort and the nearby Cluniac Priory, which grew to be larger than Westminster Abbey in London. Prosperity increased with ships bringing goods in through the port from other areas of England, such as wine, cloth, salt and spices. Lewes also exported local goods like timber, leather, malt, corn and wool. The sea trade continued through to the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, with wool, corn and iron becoming the main trade. A number of the old warehouses still stand, although their use has altered; many of them are now being used as craft centres or have been converted into shops.Today Lewes is the county town of East Sussex and hosts the headquarters for the health authority and the fire, ambulance and police services. Featuring a broad range of speciality shops, an array of architectural styles, plus an assortment of antique shops, Lewes is a fascinating place to come, either to browse, to buy or simply to wander.
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Email: lewes.tic@lewes.gov.uk LEWES CLICK |
(0) 1273 483448 |
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LEWES CASTLE
& ANNE OF
CLEVES HOUSE
The imposing Norman Castle in Lewes, built soon after 1066, towers over the county town, offering spectacular views from the top. Down the hill in Southover is Anne of Cleves House (BN7 1JA) – a lovely Wealden hall-house given to Anne as part of the divorce settlement made by Henry VIII. Lewes castle was built around 1080 by William de Warenne, one of William of Normandy's followers. In 1347 the castle became the property of the earls of Arundel. In 1382 the castle was damaged and plundered in a riot. In 1620 more of the castle was pulled down and the stone sold off. The Barbican in this picture was built in the early 13th century |
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Lewes
Castle
& Barbican House Museum, 169 High Street, Lewes, East Sussex
BN7 1YE |
(0)1273 486290 |
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LEWES PRIORY The remains of a great priory built in 1077 which was destroyed by Henry VIII after his argument with Rome. There is a monument to the Battle of Lewes.
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Priory
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| THE LIDO This family
entertainment centre
offerschildrens rides, amusement arcades, live entertainment and shops
and much much more.
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The
Lido, |
01903
213486 |
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LITTLEHAMPTON
A
Coastal Gem Sheltered by the South Downs, at the mouth of the River
Arun . For family fun and fantastic weather - Littlehampton is hard to
beat. A European Blue Flag winning beach, harbour and a stunning
riverside development make Littlehampton a seaside town with space,
style and lots of sunshine. Littlehampton is lucky to have two
contrasting beaches to offer visitors. The East Beach is traditional
sand and shingle and perfect for families. Its
European Blue Flag and Seaside Award confirm it is safe and clean. West
Beach,
on the opposite side of the river, has unspoilt sand dunes, rare plants
and
wildlife protected as a Site of Special Scientific
Interest. The
riverside walkway links the seafront with the East Bank and the town
centre. Head for the Look & Sea! Visitor Centre for a delightful
café overlooking the river, interactive maritime exhibition
displays, games and fantastic views from the Tower across the River
Arun, out to sea and northwards to Arundel. On the seafront is Harbour
Park amusement centre – an all-weather adventure village offering
family fun for visitors of all ages. A Seafront Promenade Train runs
between Coastguards Tower and Norfolk Gardens. There is summer
entertainment on the promenade including Punch and Judy, live music and
magic shows. Littlehampton Miniature Railway runs between Mewsbrook
Park and Norfolk Gardens.
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Look & Sea Visitor Centre , 63-65 Surrey Street , Littlehampton Tel: +44 (0)1903 713 480 Fax: 01903 721866 email: tourism@arun.gov.uk :LITTLEHAMPTON CLICK |
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713 480 |
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| LITTLEHAMPTON
MUSEUM Local
history
includes in-depth
information on Littlehampton’s history, maritime and photograph
connection. Three exhibition rooms holding an ever changing programme
of exhibitions
throughout the year. Well laid out and worth a visit.
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The Manor
House, Church Street, Littlehampton, West Sussex, BN17 5EW Open all year. Tues to Sat, 10.30am - 4.30pm. email: littlehamptonmuseum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk website: www.littlehampton-tc.gov.uk |
01903 738100 |
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| LITTLEHAMPTON
SWIMMING & SPORTS CENTRE Offers a warm and
inviting welcome to all with a 25 metre 6
lane pool, a learner pool, a modern and well equiped gym and
multipurpose indoor sports facility. The swim school is rated as a
centre of excellence by the STA.
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Littlehampton
Swimming Centre Sea Road, Rustington LITTLEHAMPTON West Sussex BN16 2NA Situated on Littlehampton Seafront email: lssc@inspireleisure.co.uk LITTLEHAMPTON SWIMMING CENTRE CLICK |
01903 725451 |
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LUGASHALL WINERY Our unique range of Country Wines, Meads and Liqueurs are produced to the highest standards, in keeping with our aim of "blending tradition with technology" and offer a true taste of England. Unlike some other products, ours are made from real fruits, flowers, vegetables and honey and contain no flavourings, no essences and no artificials. |
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Lurgashall, West
Sussex, GU28 9HA, |
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| MARLIPINS
MUSEUM Located in the
centre of Shoreham in a building that
is
believed to have been a Customs House, which dates back to the 12th
century.
It was refaced in the 14th century with a chequer work of flint and
Caen
stone. Local and marine exhibits include the best collection of maps in
the
country.
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High Street, Shoreham-By-Sea, West Sussex, BN43 5DA |
01273 462994 |
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THE MECHANICAL
MUSIC &
DOLL COLLECTION |
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Church
Road, Portfield,
Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 Opening Times: June, July, August &
September,
Wednesday afternoons only. Group bookings at all other times by prior
arrangement. MUSIC & DOLL CLICK |
01243 372646 |
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MICHELHAM PRIORY
AND GARDENS
Michelham Priory was founded in 1229 by Gilbert L'Aigle. Michelham was an Augustian order and lived within the local community. The priory lay on the Lewes to Pevensey road and many travellers would stop and seek shelter for the night. If you travel the Lewes to Pevensey road yourself also look out for the Wilmington Long Man, a figure cut in the chalk of the house downs and clearly visiible from the road. Travellers seeking shelter have included the Archbishop of Canterbury, King Edward I and Thomas a Beckett. Thomas a Beckett had the misfortune to fall in the moat when a bridge gave way. He survived unharmed, only to be later murdered by knights in the service of Henry II. The Priory was hit badly by the Black Death in 1349, losing about half its community. The priory when into a decline and was finally closed by Henry VIII and the disolution of the monastories in 1537. Amongst other things, Henry is reputed to have stolen the lead from the roof at that time. An addition was added in tudor times and the priory was converted into country house.Set on a tranquil island surrounded by England’s longest water-filled medieval moat. Explore the Tudor mansion that evolved from the former Augustinian Priory. Beautiful grounds include a physic garden, herbaceous borders and sculpture trail. Watermill, smithy, rope museum. Self-service restaurant and gift shop. Phone for special event details |
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Michelham
Priory
and Gardens, Upper Dicker, near Hailsham, East Sussex BN27
3QS OPEN: Mar – Oct, Tues – Sun from 10.30am, also BH Mons and
every day in Aug. |
(0)1323 844224 |
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MIDHURST Formerly standing within the ground of Midhurst Castle, the parish church of St. Mary Magdalene and St. Denys was mentioned in 1291 and later in 1367 as standing, "in a place called Courtgene". The interior of the church has undergone much restoration and change and little evidence exists of its Medieval heritage. Consisting of chancel and nave flanked by aisles on both sides, the church was largely rebuilt in the Perpendicular style in 1422, towards the end of Henry V's reign. In 1605 the owner of Cowdray House, Anthony-Maria Browne, 2nd Viscount Montagu, was briefly arrested in connection with the Gunpowder Plot. He was suspected as a plotter because he briefly employed Guy Fawkes as a footman and stayed away from Parliament on 5 November following a warning from Robert Catesby. He is buried in Midhurst Church.It would appear that the castle was dismantled by the Bishop of Durham sometime between 1284 and 1311. The earlier owners being the de Bohum family who abandoned the castle in favour of Cowdray in 1280. |
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(0)1730
817
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MIDDLE FARM
A working family farm at the foot of the South Downs. See our Jersey cows being milked, and meet pigs, sheep, chickens, ducks, donkeys and goats. Visit our famous Farm Shop for the best British produce, local meat from our butchery, over 50 English cheeses, farmhouse baking and our own unpasteurised milk. Choose from 250 ciders and perries, or sample fruit wines, meads and liqueurs at the National Collection of Cider and Perry. Browse in our gift shop and relax in the Plough Monday Restaurant. |
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Middle
Farm,
Firle, Lewes, East Sussex BN8 6LJ
www.middlefarm.com |
(0)1323
811411 |
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MILITARY
AVIATION MUSEUM
Tangmere Military Aviation Museum was
established in 1982 on the old RAF Tangmere airfield. From its
beginnings in 1916, through its illustrious service as one of Britain's
front line fighter bases during WW2 and on to its key role as home to
the world speed record breaking aircraft of the High Speed Flight in
the post war years it has occupied a unique place in aviation history.
The museum contains countless fascinating exhibits. Here
you can see priceless historic aircraft such as Neville Duke's world
record
breaking Hawker Hunter, actual equipment used by the brave SOE agents
who
were carried into occupied France on 'black Lysander' flights from
Tangmere, flight simulators where you can try your hand at flying, a
full sized replica of the very first Spitfire prototype and more. Much
more. There is something for all the family to see and do.
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Military
Aviation
Museum, |
01243
775223 |
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MINIATURE STEAM
RAILWAY ADVENTURE PARK
Award-winning railway adventure in Eastbourne. Ride for nearly a mile behind scale coal-fired miniature steam locomotives around a 5-acre lake. Fun or relaxation all day. Adventure playground, indoor model railways, garden railway, steam or diesel train journeys, lineside walk, picnic areas, maze, Thomas the Tank Engine souvenir/gift shop, café and prize-winning tea gardens. Free parking. No dogs. |
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Eastbourne
Miniature
Steam Railway, Lottbridge Drove, Eastbourne, East Sussex BN23
6NS OPEN DAILY: 1 April – 1 October. Follow A22 New Route to
Eastbourne
then brown signs to ‘Mini Railway’ |
(0)1323
520229 |
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| MONKS HOUSE A
small weather-boarded house, the home of Leonard and Virginia Woolf
until Leonard's death in 1969. The rooms reflect the life and times of
the literary circle in which they moved. Car park 50m; village street
too narrow for coaches; drivers must set passengers down at main road
junction, then park elsewhere. The house and garden are administered
and largely maintained on the Trust's behalf by a tenant.
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Rodmell,
Lewes,
East
Sussex, BN7 3HF |
01372 453401 |
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NEWHAVEN FORT
An award-winning attraction for all the family. Fascinating exhibitions help visitors experience life in a Victorian Fortress and to learn about World Wars I and II. Explore the vast underground tunnels, huge gun emplacements, enjoy the stunning cliff top views and have fun in the adventure playground for under 12s. Excellent on-site gift shop and café selling delicious organic and fair-trade lunches and snacks. Dogs welcome on a lead. Pre-booked educational and group visits arranged all year plus a programme of special events. |
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Newhaven Fort, Newhaven, East Sussex BN9 9DS OPEN
DAILY:
March – October 10.30am – 6pm. |
(0)1273
517622 |
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NEWHAVEN
LOCAL & MARITIME MUSEUM
The Museum is situated adjacent to Paradise Park in Avis Road Newhaven, and has on display over Eleven Thousand Photographs and artefacts of local interest. In addition a collection of items recovered from local wrecks by local divers is on display. The museum is open Saturday and Sunday afternoons throughout the year and also on Wednesday afternoons during the summer months. Special openings at other times can be arranged by contacting the Hon Curator Mr Peter Bailey on 01273 612530 during museum opening times. |
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Garden
Paradise, Avis Way, Newhaven, East Sussex, BN9 0DH E-mail: info@newhavenmuseum.co.uk NEWHAVEN MARITIME MUSEUM CLICK |
01273 612530 |
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| NORFOLK GARDENS A nine hole Pitch
and Put golf course, a nine hole Adventure
Golf course, six Rink Bowls Green and a miniture railway.
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Sea Road Littlehampton West Sussex BN17 5XX Situated on Litllehampton Seafront email: sportandplay@arun.gov.uk NORFOLK GARDENS CLICK |
01903 722466 |
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| NUTLEY MILL This
open trestle post mill is the oldest working windmill in Sussex. Centre
post has been dated to about 1530 and my be the oldest in the country.
Admission free but donations welcome.
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Crowborough Road,
Nutley, East Sussex, TN20 6UP 5 miles north of Uckfiled, 9 miles south of East Grinstead proceed from A22 just north of Nutley village onto the Crowborough Road for about 1 mile. NUTLEY MILL CLICK |
01435 873367 |
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NYMANS GARDEN
One of the great gardens of the Sussex Weald, retaining much of its distinctive family style in the historic collection of plants, shrubs and trees. This is reflected also in the surrounding estate, with its woodland walks and wild garden, and in the many rare and exotic species collected from overseas. The creativity of the Messel Family is much in evidence in the style and decoration of the rooms open to the public. Full program of events throughout the year. Group bookings taken at all times throughout the year at a discounted rate. Disabled access, battery cars and wheelchairs available free of charge please contact to book. |
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Stapleford
Road,
Handcross, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 6EB |
01444
400321 |
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THE OBSERVATORY
SCIENCE CENTRE
Hands-on
science
and discovery among the domes and telescopes of a world-famous
astronomical observatory. Set amid beautiful Sussex countryside,
there’s plenty of picnic space and ample free parking. Café,
Gift Shop, Telescope Tours, Science Shows and Special Events throughout
the year. Groups, schools and birthday parties catered for.No dogs, except registered assistance dogs. |
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The
Observatory
Science Centre, Herstmonceux, Hailsham, East Sussex BN27 1RN |
0)1323
832731 |
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PAGHAM
HARBOUR NATURE RESERVE
The
reserve covers 1600 acres, just under half of which is the intertidal
saltmarsh and mudflats of the harbour. The remainder consists of
farmland, copses, lagoons,
reedbeds and shingle beaches. Most of the reserve is designated a site
of
special scientific interest for its nationally important communities of
plants
and animals. It is also recognised as a special protection area and one
of
114 sites in Britain recognised as wetlands of international
importance. There
is an extensive network of foot paths across the site as well as a
visitor
centre at Sidlesham. There are also 3 bird hides with wheelchair
access. Schools are catered for in the classroom adjacent to the
visitor centre.
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Selsey Road,
Sidlesham CHICHESTER. West Sussex PO20 7NE Take the B2145 South off A27 at Chichester, signposted to Selsey. The visitor centre is immediately to the South of Sidlesham on the left hand side of the road, approximately 15 minutes from Chichester by car The visitor centre is open every weekend and, depending on availability of volunteers, during the week at certain times. 10am-4pm Fax: 01243 641568 email: pagham.nr@westsussex.gov.uk |
01243 641568 |
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PALLANT HOUSE
GALLERY
Located
in
a fully restored Queen Anne town house and contemporary building.
20th century art from artists such as Piper, Moore, Sutherland and many
more can be found. Excellent temporary exhibitions held throughout the
year. |
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9
North
Pallant, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1TJ |
01243 774557 |
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PARADISE PARK
Discover the fascinating world of animals and plants from millions of years ago to the present day. An extensive exhibition traces the history of Planet Earth. See fabulous collections of fossils, minerals and crystals. The Dinosaur Park reveals Sussex life millions of years ago. Follow the Sussex Heritage Trail through one of the finest water gardens in the South, with handcrafted models. Crazy golf, miniature railway, play areas. Garden centre and Terrace Café. |
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Paradise
Park,
Avis Road, Newhaven, East Sussex BN9 0DH OPEN EVERY DAY ALL YEAR
except 25/26 Dec. |
(0)1273
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PARHAM HOUSE
& GARDENS
Enjoy the sheer beauty of this much-loved Elizabethan house with its important collection of paintings, furniture and needlework in light, panelled rooms, complemented by large bowls of informally-arranged flowers grown in our sheltered walled garden. Light lunches and cream teas are served in our 16thC Big Kitchen. Annual Garden Weekend 8/9 July. |
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Parham
House
& Gardens, Storrington, near Pulborough, West Sussex RH20
4HS OPEN: Easter Sunday – end of September Weds, Thurs, Suns and
Bank Hol Mons, plus Tues and Fri in August. Gardens & Kitchen open
at 12noon. House opens
at 2pm. Last entry 5pm. |
(0)1903
744888 (info line) or 742021 |
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PASHLEY MANOR
GARDENS
A winner of HHA/Christie’s Garden of the Year Award. An eleven-acre, privately-owned, quintessential English garden of individual character offering a sumptuous blend of romantic landscaping, imaginative plantings, fine old trees, fountains, springs and large ponds. Special events, sculpture and botanical art exhibitions. Gift and plant sales. Licensed Garden Room Café. Brown tourist signed. |
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Pashley Manor Gardens, Ticehurst, Sussex TN5 7HE OPEN: 8 April – 30 September, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Sat and BH Mons 11am – 5pm. |
(0)1580
200888 |
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PETER'S BARN GALLERY This gallery provides the opportunity to view both antique and contemporary paintings, including a selection of miniatures, ceramics and small pieces of antique furniture.Advice is also available on purchasing, cleaning, restoring and re-framing of pictures.
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PETWORTH The ancient medieval market town of Petworth is set amidst the lush beauty of the West Sussex countryside in an area known as the Golden Triangle, its winding lanes and quaint old buildings give the impression that time has stood still. Yet nothing could be further from the truth, for Petworth, whilst maintaining all the charm of the past, is a thriving town. Petworth offers: One of the best antiques centers in the South of England Including interesting shops, cafes and restaurants. The charming Cottage Museum, Petworth House, which abuts the town, houses the National Trust's finest art collection (Many of JMW Turner's masterpieces were painted here). Petworth Park, with its breathtaking views, wandering deer, lakes (traditionally known as ponds) and ancient trees, was designed by Capability Brown and is open to the public every day There is also much to enjoy in the surrounding area, including the grandeur of Arundel Castle, Nelson's 'Victory' in Portmouth Dockyards, the delightful Elizabethan mansion and gardens at Parham House and Singleton Open Air Museum, to name but a few.All this makes Petworth a wonderful place not only for the lucky few who live here but for the many thousands who visit the area each year. |
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Fax: 01798 343942 email: petworth-tic@chichester.gov.uk PETWORTH CLICK |
(0)1798
343 523 |
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PETWORTH COTTAGE
MUSEUM
is at 346 High Street, Petworth, West Sussex. For full contact details click here. .The museum is a Leconfield Estate worker's cottage restored and furnished as it might have been in about 1910, when Mrs. Mary Cummings lived in 346. There is a cottage garden, a scullery, living room, bedroom, workroom, attic and cellar.The museum is staffed by volunteer stewards who offer our visitors a friendly welcome, and is run by The Petworth Cottage Trust, an independent charitable trust. |
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346 High
Street, Petworth, West Sussex, GU28 0AU For how to find the museum click here. To find Petworth on Multimap click here. The museum is open from 2 to 4.30 p.m.
on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays
from April to October. We shall also be open on some Saturdays and
Sundays in November
& December. PETWORTH COTTAGE MUSEUM CLICK |
01798 342100 |
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PETWORTH HOUSE
& PARK
See life ‘above and below stairs’ at this magnificent 17thC stately mansion. Contains the National Trust’s largest collection of paintings and sculpture. Explore the Pleasure Ground and 700-acre Deer Park landscaped by ‘Capability’ Brown. Family event programme. Excellent Gift Shop and Licensed Restaurant. Disabled access. Groups welcome. Dogs in Park only. |
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Petworth
House
& Park, Petworth, GU28 0AE OPEN: 1 Apr – 29 Oct (closed
Thursdays and Fridays but open Good Friday), 11am – 4.30pm. Gift Shop,
Restaurant and Pleasure Grounds also open 18 – 29 Mar, Sat – Wed, 11am
– 4pm, and 1 Nov
– 16 Dec, Wed – Sat, 10am – 3.30pm. Park open daily 8am – |
(0)1798
342207 /343929 |
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PEVENSEY CASTLE
Pevensey castle was likely built around 286 by Carausius, a Roman admiral, as part of the Roman defences against Saxon raiders. However, in 491 Pevensey was besieged by Aella the Saxon, who took the castle and killed all who lived in there. The castle remained in Saxon hands until the Norman invasion In 1066, William of Normandy landed in England, near Pevensey and erected a temporary fort within the Roman walls to shelter his troops. He later met the Saxon king, Harold Godwine, in the Battle of Hastings at Senlac field, near present day Battle. After defeating Harold, William gave Penvensy to his half-brother, Robert of Mortain, who built a stronghold inside the old Roman fort. Later, around 1100, a large keep was built. The castle has been besieged fours times since the Norman invasion - all four sieges were unsucessful. In 1088, it was held by Robert de Mortain against William Rufus, in support of Bishop Odo's attempt to put Robert of Normandy on the throne. Pevensey was held for the Empress Matilda against King Stephen in 1147. Simon De Montfort was unsucessul in his attempt to take the castle, after his victory over King Henry III at the Battle of Lewes. In 1399. Lady Joan Pelham held the castle against King Richard II's forces. Discover 2,000 years of history at this impressive castle. Take the inclusive audio tour and find out about its Roman origins, its turbulent history in the Dark Ages, its famous visitor in 1066 and its role in World War II. Explore the battlements, towers and dungeons of the medieval castle ruins. Tea rooms; picnic area. Small shop with themed gifts |
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Pevensey Castle,
Castle Road,
Pevensey, East Sussex BN24 5LE OPEN ALL YEAR: 1 Apr – 30
Sep 10am – 6pm daily; 1 Oct – 31 Oct 10am – 4pm daily; 1 Nov – 31 Mar
10am – 4pm Sat & Sun. Closed 24/25/26 Dec and 1 Jan.
www.english-heritage.org.uk E educ.se@english-heritage.org.uk |
0)1323
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POOH CORNER
All the ‘Enchanted Places’ including the famous ‘Poohsticks Bridge’ are found in the Parish of Hartfield which stretches deep into the picturesque Ashdown Forest. When A A Milne wrote the Winnie-the-Pooh stories his son, the young Christopher Robin, visited the shop weekly with his Nanny. This little shop, built three centuries ago, has the largest selection of ‘Pooh-phernalia’ to be found anywhere in the world. The village has two pubs and a village shop. |
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Pooh Corner, High Street, Hartfield, East Sussex TN7 4AE OPEN:
Mon
– Sat 9am – 5pm. Sun & Bank Holidays 11am – 5pm. Closed 25/26
December and 1 Jan. |
(0)1892
770456 |
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PRESTON MANOR
Experience the
charms of this delightful old Manor
House, dating from 1250. Rebuilt in 1738 and added to in 1905, it
powerfully evokes the atmosphere of an Edwardian gentry home both
'Upstairs' and 'Downstairs'. Explore more than twenty rooms over four
floors from the superbly renovated servants' quarters in the basement
to the children's day nursery on the upper floor. The house contains
notable collections of furniture, portraits, silver and family
memorabilia.
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Preston
Drove, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 6SDPreston Manor is situated next to
Preston Park in Preston Drove, 2 miles (5 minutes drive) north of
central Brighton on
the A23. Nearest train station is Preston Park. Open April to September. E-mail: museums@brighton-hove.gov.uk PRESTON MANOR CLICK |
01273 292770 |
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THE PRIEST HOUSE
MUSEUM
The Priest House is
a timber-framed Wealden hall-house
built in the early fifteenth century on the edge of Ashdown Forest. Key
features are the traditional cottage garden, kitchen and
sixteenth/seventeenth-century furnishings. The Priest House nestles in
the picturesque Sussex Wealdon village of West Hoathly, on the western
fringe of Ashdown Forest. Originally an early 15th century
timber-framed farmhouse, it was probably built for the priory of St
Pancras in Lewes.
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North
Lane,
West Hoathly, |
01342 810479 |
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REDOUBT FORTRESS
& MILITARY MUSEUM
Arguably one of
Eastbourne's hidden treasures, this
impressive circular fortress was built between 1804-1810 to defend the
coast from possible invasion from Napoleonic France. Now restored, it
houses one of the south's largest military museums. Collections on
display include uniforms, medals and documents from the Sussex Combined
Services, The Royal Sussex Regiment and the Queen's Royal Irish
Hussars. Since 2004 an ongoing programme of redevelopment has been
taking place at the Redoubt. With a new welcoming entrance area
and signs throughout the building visitor facilities have already been
improved. In addition there are a number of refurbished displays and a
major new exhibition for 2006 supported by a series of events.
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Royal
Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN22 7AQ Fax: 01323 438827 Open: 1st April to 5th November, Tuesday to Sunday 10am - 5pm. Closed Mondays. E-mail: redoubtmuseum@eastbourne.gov.uk REDOUBT CLICK |
01323
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THE REGENCY TOWN
HOUSE TOUR
Tours available
throughout the year, please call to
confirm times and prices.Explore Regency life and the development of
Brunswick town designed by Charles Busby in the 1820's during a guided
tour. Look at Busby’s drawings of the project and visit the ‘Regency’
town house, which is undergoing restoration.
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13
Brunswick Square,
Hove, East Sussex, BN3 1EH E-mail: info@rth.org.uk REGENCY TOWN HOUSE TOUR CLICK |
01273 206306 |
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ROSE GREEN
CENTRE OF ART & CRAFT
Local
and
regional artists and craftsmen
demonstrate and show their work in this art and craft centre. Also
available is a shop, exhibition centre and cafe. |
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Rose
Green Centre of Art and Craft, 22-24 Rose Green Road, , Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO213ET |
01243
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ROYAL MILITARY POLICE MUSEUM The
museum
traces the history of military police from Tudor times to the
present day. Recent operations including those in support of the United
Nations and NATO are amongst the displays. A library and limited
research facilities are
available by arrangement with the curator. |
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Roussillon
Barracks |
01243 536225 | ||
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THE ROYAL
PAVILION
If
you
are amazed by the exterior, just wait until you see the interior…
Universally acclaimed as one of the most exotically beautiful buildings
in the British Isles, the Royal Pavilion is the magnificent former
seaside residence of King
George IV. Decorated in Chinese taste with an Indian exterior, this
Regency
palace is quite breathtaking. Restored Regency gardens, tearoom, audio
guides
(from Spring ’06) and a gift shop. Admission fee payable. |
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The
Royal Pavilion, Brighton BN1 1EE OPEN DAILY: (except 24/25/26 Dec) Apr – Sep 9.30am – 5.45pm (last admission 5pm), Oct – Mar 10am – 5.15pm | |||
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