Located just 50 miles from London, this small town was named after the famous Battle of Hastings. These days life is much more tranquil and you'll find a thriving market town with pretty medieval cottages, interesting shops and historic landmarks.
Rye is an utterly charming town, originally a medieval citadel with pretty cobbled streets lined with medieval half-timbered houses. You will find a delightful selection of independent shops and eateries, plus some wonderful historic houses including the 14th century Ypres Tower, now home to Rye Castle Museum and Lamb House once owned by the writer Henry James.
Known for its fabulous castle and observatory, Herstmonceux is a pretty village surrounded by the verdant countryside of East Sussex. The village has a cricket club and a selection of shops and eateries.
Surrounded by the Wealden South Downs, this picturesque village has a famous church, the National Trust owned clergy house and a great selection of galleries, cafes and shops. Walkers will delight in the surrounding open countryside and both visitors and locals a like will enjoy many local events including the Alfriston Festival in August and in December, Alfriston Christmas Weekend.
Located on the southern edge of the Weald this small town offers an assortment of high street shops and small independent traders. There are supermarkets and a variety of restaurants and cafes to choose from. The Uckfield Picture House shows the latest blockbusters and events with the Picture House restaurant conveniently located across the road.
Situated in the South Downs National Park, Arlington is a pretty village with a historic church and surrounded by scenic countryside. Nearby Arlington Reservoir is popular for water sports and the area is renowned for many countryside footpaths and cycle trails. During spring, the Arlington Bluebell walk is a must!
Beckley is a pretty village situated in the rolling countryside of East Sussex and about ten miles north of Hastings. The village church is worth a visit when you are in the area.
Snuggled in the rolling hills of East Sussex, Burwash is a charming village with many interesting buildings and a lovely tree-lined high street. Batemans, home to the legendary Rudyard Kipling is now a popular National Trust property in the area. There's also a sprinkling of shops and two traditional pubs.
Nestled in the heart of East Sussex, this quaint village offers a choice of good traditional pubs and a plethora of local walks to build up an apetite. In the distance, the magestic Buxted Park and St Margaret's Church stand guard and are well worth a visit.
Deep in the heart of peaceful rural East Sussex, Chiddingly is a pretty village with numerous historic buildings, some dating back as far as the 11th century. Well serviced with a shop, post office and pub, Chiddingly is a great base for holidays in the area.
30 April 2026
Located just 50 miles from London, this small town was named after the famous Battle of Hastings. These days life is much more tranquil and you'll find a thriving market town with pretty medieval cottages, interesting shops and historic landmarks.
28 August 2025
Rye is an utterly charming town, originally a medieval citadel with pretty cobbled streets lined with medieval half-timbered houses. You will find a delightful selection of independent shops and eateries, plus some wonderful historic houses including the 14th century Ypres Tower, now home to Rye Castle Museum and Lamb House once owned by the writer Henry James.
10 March 2024
Known for its fabulous castle and observatory, Herstmonceux is a pretty village surrounded by the verdant countryside of East Sussex. The village has a cricket club and a selection of shops and eateries.
15 September 2023
Surrounded by the Wealden South Downs, this picturesque village has a famous church, the National Trust owned clergy house and a great selection of galleries, cafes and shops. Walkers will delight in the surrounding open countryside and both visitors and locals a like will enjoy many local events including the Alfriston Festival in August and in December, Alfriston Christmas Weekend.
16 June 2019
Located on the southern edge of the Weald this small town offers an assortment of high street shops and small independent traders. There are supermarkets and a variety of restaurants and cafes to choose from. The Uckfield Picture House shows the latest blockbusters and events with the Picture House restaurant conveniently located across the road.
Situated in the South Downs National Park, Arlington is a pretty village with a historic church and surrounded by scenic countryside. Nearby Arlington Reservoir is popular for water sports and the area is renowned for many countryside footpaths and cycle trails. During spring, the Arlington Bluebell walk is a must!
Beckley is a pretty village situated in the rolling countryside of East Sussex and about ten miles north of Hastings. The village church is worth a visit when you are in the area.
Snuggled in the rolling hills of East Sussex, Burwash is a charming village with many interesting buildings and a lovely tree-lined high street. Batemans, home to the legendary Rudyard Kipling is now a popular National Trust property in the area. There's also a sprinkling of shops and two traditional pubs.
Nestled in the heart of East Sussex, this quaint village offers a choice of good traditional pubs and a plethora of local walks to build up an apetite. In the distance, the magestic Buxted Park and St Margaret's Church stand guard and are well worth a visit.
Deep in the heart of peaceful rural East Sussex, Chiddingly is a pretty village with numerous historic buildings, some dating back as far as the 11th century. Well serviced with a shop, post office and pub, Chiddingly is a great base for holidays in the area.