Postal Town: Hastings (TN34)
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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.
©Louise Tester
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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?
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Looking for Somewhere to Stay?
We have some fantastic hotels and guest houses to choose from all
over the country. Whether it’s a short break or a 2-week holiday, you
will be sure to find something that meets your requirements.
Here is a random sample of what is on offer for the area you are
searching. Use the Hotel Search form below to start a detailed search.
The New Flying Horse Inn is a 17th century posting house with oak beams and gleaming brasses. Romans, Saxons and the 17th century smugglers have all left their mark on Wye, a historic village set in some of the most beautiful countryside in the Garden of England. The inn has 9 bedrooms all with en suite facilities. Some of the rooms are in a converted coach house. The hotel is located just off the A28 between Ashford and Canterbury in an ideal location to explore the surrounding countryside. The pub has a good restaurant serving excellent food, using mainly local produce when available. The attractive patio and large garden are popular for summer drinks. Canterbury with its historic past and many attractions is only a short drive away, as is Leeds Castle, said to be the loveliest castle in the world. The English Tourist Board Four Diamond Commended The New Flying Horse, now with wireless broadband internet connectivity.
Bedrooms: 38
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Situated within the famous colonnaded Georgian Pantiles, the historic centre of Royal Tunbridge Wells, the Swan Hotel offers stylish, modern accommodation. Dating from the 1600s, the Swan Hotel has been sympathetically restored and refurbished to provide comfortable accommodation in this prime location. Guests may choose to dine in the elegant restaurant overlooking the Pantiles or enjoy a light meal or snack in the lively Pantiles bar, where you can sit and watch the world go by. The Hotel also offers excellent conference facilities in a bright high ceiling room which enjoys extensive natural light. It also benefits from an adjoining breakout room, making the Swan Hotel an ideal venue for business meetings, private parties and weddings.
Bedrooms: 20
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Situated in a prime position on the sea front in St. Leonards-on-Sea. The hotel offers traditional hospitality along with a friendly atmosphere. Purpose built as a hotel in 1828, and numbering the eponymous Queen among its famous guests, the Royal Victoria is an imposing presence on the sea front at St. Leonards. A fine marble staircase leads up from the lobby to the main public areas on the first floor, where you will also find our Piano Bar and Sea Terrace Restaurant. Whatever the occasion, we at the Royal Victoria can cater to your every need. Situated in a prime position on the sea front in St. Leonards-on-Sea, the hotel offers you traditional hospitality along with a friendly atmosphere which makes it a must for both holiday makers and business visitors alike.
Bedrooms: 52
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In the heart of Sussex, this magnificent country house hotel is set in 300 acres of parkland, yet conveniently close to Gatwick, Brighton & Hove. On arriving at Buxted Park, you will be greeted with genuine hospitality, which will set the tone for your entire stay. Take advantage of the beautiful surroundings and enjoy a leisurely picnic or fish in our 3 peaceful lakes. Take a stroll to Ashdown Forest where AA Milne found inspiration for Winnie the Pooh. Bedrooms have been carefully designed to blend Georgian styling with today's more contemporary comforts.
Bedrooms: 44
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The Brickwall Hotel stands overlooking the village green in the pretty East Sussex village of Sedlescombe. Originally built in 1597 for the local ironmaster, the hotel combines a touch of Tudor times with all the amenities expected by modern standards. Offering a pleasant atmosphere, the Brickwall Hotel has many local beauty spots within easy reach. Guests at the Brickwall can expect to receive a warm welcome from experienced staff. The hotel has a spacious residents' lounge, an oak panelled lounge bar and beautiful beamed dining room. Particular attention is paid to the quality and variety of food served in the dining room, with local produce being used whenever possible. Complementing the cuisine is a well stocked wine cellar. In an attractive setting in the garden, the heated swimming pool is open from May to September.
Bedrooms: 25
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