In short... Great days out in Hastings and 1066 country
‘History, nostalgia and stylish comfort’
St Leonards (near Hastings) B&B, Tower House 1066, is within easy reach of key Hastings 1066 country attractions. There is a full and lively cultural calendar of events in Hastings for visitors:
Take trips to nearby historic towns of Battle (where the famous Hastings 1066 battle occurred), Bodiam (with its 14thC castle) and Burwash (see Rudyard Kipling’s childhood home Batemans).
Follow William the Conqueror’s footsteps from Pevensey to Rye on the Hastings 1066 country walk.
Visit Hastings Stade (Saxon for ‘landing place’) beach to get the freshest local fish, Fisherman’s Museum and shipwreck and coastal heritage centre.
See the maze of underground tunnels and caverns at Smugglers’ Adventure and visit Hastings castle and 1066 story while on the west hill.
Stroll around St Leonards’ antique and bric-a-brac shops or have lunch in one of the great places in Hastings old town.
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Hastings, history and present-day details...
We would like some details of Hastings. Where did the name, Hastings, come from? When did the first settlers start developing Hastings. What of the past still remains?
A general overview works well, as the category, Past to Present, in the Attractions & Services section can be used for specifics, such as important buildings and places in the area, as well as prominent people, and such like.
Attractions & Services associated with Hastings
This is a sample of the attractions or services associated with Hastings, placed within broad categories. If you are looking for full listings or something specific you may prefer to use the Directory for a detailed search.
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Outside heated spa made of natural river rocks (Rotenburo). Very deep Japanese style Jacuzzi bathtub in each room. JSTV (Japanese Satellite Television) and Sky movie channels in each room. A Few minutes walk from the Hastings beach.
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