What's East Sussex like?
East Sussex is a family-friendly place known for its cafes and restaurants. Learn about the local heritage of East Sussex at landmarks like Lewes Castle and Glyndebourne Opera House. You might find that sights like Plumpton Racecourse and Charleston Farmhouse are worth a visit.
Where are the best places to stay in East Sussex?
Here are our travellers' top 5 places to stay in East Sussex:
White Lodge B&B, in Lewes
- Free breakfast • Free parking • Free Wi-Fi • Rooftop terrace • Garden
The Jolly Sportsman , in Lewes
B&B with bar, near Plumpton Racecourse- Free breakfast • Free parking • Free Wi-Fi • Restaurant • Attentive staff
The Laindons, in Hastings
Upmarket B&B within walking distance of Smugglers Adventure- Free breakfast • Free parking • Free Wi-Fi • Bar • Snack bar
Albert & Victoria Guest House, in Eastbourne
Adults-only guesthouse- Free cooked breakfast • Free Wi-Fi
The New England, in Eastbourne
Beachfront B&B- Free breakfast • Free Wi-Fi
What is there to see near East Sussex?:
- Lewes Castle (0.2 mi/0.3 km from the city centre)
- University of Sussex (4.4 mi/7.1 km from the city centre)
- Plumpton Racecourse (4.8 mi/7.8 km from the city centre)
- Charleston Farmhouse (5 mi/8 km from the city centre)
- Newhaven Ferry Port (5.9 mi/9.5 km from the city centre)
What is there to do near East Sussex?:
- Glyndebourne Opera House (2.2 mi/3.5 km from the city centre)
- East Sussex National Golf Club (6.4 mi/10.3 km from the city centre)
- Drusillas Park (7.5 mi/12 km from the city centre)
- Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway Adventure Park (13.4 mi/21.6 km from the city centre)
- Devonshire Park Lawn Tennis Club (14 mi/22.5 km from the city centre)
Other popular East Sussex attractions
- Bluebell Railway - Sheffield Park Station
- Sheffield Park Garden
- Seaford Beach
- Michelham Priory
- Seven Sisters Country Park