Winnie Jasmin's Guidebook
Sightseeing
The brand new award winning Hastings Pier is a lovely place for a stroll, with beautiful far reaching views along the coastline. Enjoy a drink in the cafe, take a old school picture in the photo booth or go explore the Gallery with local art. Fun fact: you could join a yoga class on the pier too!
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Hastings Pier Shop
1-10 White RockThe brand new award winning Hastings Pier is a lovely place for a stroll, with beautiful far reaching views along the coastline. Enjoy a drink in the cafe, take a old school picture in the photo booth or go explore the Gallery with local art. Fun fact: you could join a yoga class on the pier too!
The old ruins of the castle on the West Hill have been here since 1066.
Hastings Castle was originally a wooden tower built on top of a man made mound or motte, which was surrounded by an outer courtyard or bailey. The bailey was enclosed by a wooden palisade. The Norman motte and bailey castle would become a common fixture across England following the conquest.
After the victory at the Battle of Hastings, William was crowned on Christmas Day 1066, and had issued orders that Hastings Castle was to be rebuilt in stone.
The savage storms of the 13th century brought chaos to Hastings. The harbour was destroyed and large parts of the castle fell into the sea. The destruction of the harbour meant the port of Hastings had no further military importance, the town declined into a fishing village and the castle fell into decay.
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Hastings Castle
Castle Hill RoadThe old ruins of the castle on the West Hill have been here since 1066.
Hastings Castle was originally a wooden tower built on top of a man made mound or motte, which was surrounded by an outer courtyard or bailey. The bailey was enclosed by a wooden palisade. The Norman motte and bailey castle would become a common fixture across England following the conquest.
After the victory at the Battle of Hastings, William was crowned on Christmas Day 1066, and had issued orders that Hastings Castle was to be rebuilt in stone.
The savage storms of the 13th century brought chaos to Hastings. The harbour was destroyed and large parts of the castle fell into the sea. The destruction of the harbour meant the port of Hastings had no further military importance, the town declined into a fishing village and the castle fell into decay.
The historic town or Rye is an absolute favourite of ours. We go down there often to visit wander the cobblestone streets with independent shops and lots of antiques places.
They have an independent Cinema with restaurant; Kino.
Very great places for lunch; The Fig, Hoof, The Standard Inn.
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Rye
The historic town or Rye is an absolute favourite of ours. We go down there often to visit wander the cobblestone streets with independent shops and lots of antiques places.
They have an independent Cinema with restaurant; Kino.
Very great places for lunch; The Fig, Hoof, The Standard Inn.
Historic Town of Battle, with its Battle Abbey and cute village. definitely worth a visit. A couple of stops on the train before Hastings.
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Battle
Historic Town of Battle, with its Battle Abbey and cute village. definitely worth a visit. A couple of stops on the train before Hastings.
The old swimming pools/bathing house of the Victorian times are transformed into a hyper modern BMX/skating park. Even if doing stunts isn't your cup of tea having a look at the architecture and transformation is really worth having a look!
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Source BMX
White RockThe old swimming pools/bathing house of the Victorian times are transformed into a hyper modern BMX/skating park. Even if doing stunts isn't your cup of tea having a look at the architecture and transformation is really worth having a look!
St Clement’s Caves were formed around 14,000 BC, during the last known Ice Age. Since their creation, these mysterious and spooky caves have had a fascinating role to play in the history of the Hastings area.
The caves served as a home, a hospital, an air-raid shelter, and a ballroom – of which even the royal family and The Rolling Stones have visited.
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Smokkelaarsavontuur
St Clement’s Caves were formed around 14,000 BC, during the last known Ice Age. Since their creation, these mysterious and spooky caves have had a fascinating role to play in the history of the Hastings area.
The caves served as a home, a hospital, an air-raid shelter, and a ballroom – of which even the royal family and The Rolling Stones have visited.
Discover the atmosphere of one of England’s most significant historic sites on an unforgettable family day out. In the year 1066, the armies of King Harold and William the Conqueror clashed here at the Battle of Hastings. Now, you can stand on the very spot where this decisive struggle was fought and England’s future decided. See the Harold stone, marking the spot where King Harold fell, or walk the battlefield trail to encounter carved wooden sculptures depicting Norman and Saxon soldiers. Take in the beautiful Sussex landscape, and enjoy the fresh air and open spaces surrounding the breathtaking ruins of the Abbey built, by William shortly after his victory.
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Battle
Discover the atmosphere of one of England’s most significant historic sites on an unforgettable family day out. In the year 1066, the armies of King Harold and William the Conqueror clashed here at the Battle of Hastings. Now, you can stand on the very spot where this decisive struggle was fought and England’s future decided. See the Harold stone, marking the spot where King Harold fell, or walk the battlefield trail to encounter carved wooden sculptures depicting Norman and Saxon soldiers. Take in the beautiful Sussex landscape, and enjoy the fresh air and open spaces surrounding the breathtaking ruins of the Abbey built, by William shortly after his victory.
Nature
A wonderful hidden gem with many various routes to wander about, located just above the old town. Walk a bit further and you will be emerged into a forest with beautiful flowers, plants and many waterfalls. You can go up with the traditional old funicular to enjoy the stunning sights.
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Hastings Country Park
148 Martineau LnA wonderful hidden gem with many various routes to wander about, located just above the old town. Walk a bit further and you will be emerged into a forest with beautiful flowers, plants and many waterfalls. You can go up with the traditional old funicular to enjoy the stunning sights.
A stunning place to visit, start your day in a lovely village called Alfriston, with lovely tea rooms and cosy country pubs. Find your way along the small river all the way to the sea front. this is a stunning walk, or take a canoe/kayak/paddle board and paddle your way there. You'll get to a stunning nature reserver with lots of birds.
You could also park your car there, where there is a tea room & visitors centre. See the white cliffs and walk along the Seven Sisters. There is a cosy pub too!
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Cuckmere Haven
A stunning place to visit, start your day in a lovely village called Alfriston, with lovely tea rooms and cosy country pubs. Find your way along the small river all the way to the sea front. this is a stunning walk, or take a canoe/kayak/paddle board and paddle your way there. You'll get to a stunning nature reserver with lots of birds.
You could also park your car there, where there is a tea room & visitors centre. See the white cliffs and walk along the Seven Sisters. There is a cosy pub too!
Food Scene
This is a great place to go! Their food is absolutely amazing. Lovely staff and just a great place to go.
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Farmyard
52 Kings RdThis is a great place to go! Their food is absolutely amazing. Lovely staff and just a great place to go.
We love this place, it's quite lively with great food! Outside seating on a hot summers day too.
"Following the success of The Dragon Bar in Shoreditch which we opened in 1998 we decided to expand and return to Hastings to open another bar in 2005. There is great local produce with the beach just a stones throw away and we pride ourselves on using fresh local produce for our ever changing seasonal menu. This combined with live DJ’s at the weekends and local artwork all combine to create a great place to eat and drink."
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Dragon Bar
71 George StWe love this place, it's quite lively with great food! Outside seating on a hot summers day too.
"Following the success of The Dragon Bar in Shoreditch which we opened in 1998 we decided to expand and return to Hastings to open another bar in 2005. There is great local produce with the beach just a stones throw away and we pride ourselves on using fresh local produce for our ever changing seasonal menu. This combined with live DJ’s at the weekends and local artwork all combine to create a great place to eat and drink."
This is my favourite for brunch/lunch/tea & cakes! local food sourced lots of healthy options and modern hip place to eat.
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The Fig
2 High StThis is my favourite for brunch/lunch/tea & cakes! local food sourced lots of healthy options and modern hip place to eat.
Porters is set in the heart of Hastings’ famous Old Town, at the bottom of the High Street and just a few minutes walk from the historic fishing quarter and seafront. Established in 1986, Porters is a Grade 2 listed building which has been recently refurbished and is a very popular family-run bistro.
Porters is renowned for its live music and features award-winning Jazz singer Liane Carroll on a regular basis; its excellent home-cooked food (locally sourced where possible) and its wide selection of beers, wines and spirits
It's adviced to book in advance! Which we are happy to do if you like :)
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Porters Wine Bar
56 High StPorters is set in the heart of Hastings’ famous Old Town, at the bottom of the High Street and just a few minutes walk from the historic fishing quarter and seafront. Established in 1986, Porters is a Grade 2 listed building which has been recently refurbished and is a very popular family-run bistro.
Porters is renowned for its live music and features award-winning Jazz singer Liane Carroll on a regular basis; its excellent home-cooked food (locally sourced where possible) and its wide selection of beers, wines and spirits
It's adviced to book in advance! Which we are happy to do if you like :)
This place is amazing for burgers and veggie options! Their service is super fast and very friendly staff! absolutely recommend. 5 star!
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Half Man! Half Burger!
7 Marine CtThis place is amazing for burgers and veggie options! Their service is super fast and very friendly staff! absolutely recommend. 5 star!
Webbe's Rock-a-Nore
1 Rock-a-Nore RdFor all your seafood cravings!
The Ship Inn
StrandReally nice fancy restaurant with fab food!
Whitehouse is a beautiful old building with lots of old features, fabulous food especially their pancakes I would recommend!! in the middle of the High Street, as the name suggests it's the big white building with pillars at the front.
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Whitehouse Rye
24 High StWhitehouse is a beautiful old building with lots of old features, fabulous food especially their pancakes I would recommend!! in the middle of the High Street, as the name suggests it's the big white building with pillars at the front.
Whites Seafood & Steak Bar
44-45 George StFor fabulous seafood in Hastings town!
Shopping
A short walk along the promenade from Hastings town centre, 10 mins. will bring you into St. Leonards where you can find lovely bars, cafes, antique shops and lots of quirky galleries and independent shops.
Best places to go: Farmyard wine bar (for fab food & wine!), Fika for a Swedish stylish coffee place, Michela's Bakery for your best homemade cakes & plenty more!
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St Leonards On Sea
A short walk along the promenade from Hastings town centre, 10 mins. will bring you into St. Leonards where you can find lovely bars, cafes, antique shops and lots of quirky galleries and independent shops.
Best places to go: Farmyard wine bar (for fab food & wine!), Fika for a Swedish stylish coffee place, Michela's Bakery for your best homemade cakes & plenty more!
George street is full of quirky shops, cafes, pubs, antique shops and restaurant's. It has a very old pirate movie type of feel, with lots of character and charm.
Best places to go;
Judges Bakery (lovely cakes and sausage rolls)
Hastings Arms pub (Good food and no fuzz)
Dragon Bar (for it's great food)
Di Paolo (traditional Italian Ice Cream)
The Godfather (the best fish & chips in town)
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Hastings Old Town
George street is full of quirky shops, cafes, pubs, antique shops and restaurant's. It has a very old pirate movie type of feel, with lots of character and charm.
Best places to go;
Judges Bakery (lovely cakes and sausage rolls)
Hastings Arms pub (Good food and no fuzz)
Dragon Bar (for it's great food)
Di Paolo (traditional Italian Ice Cream)
The Godfather (the best fish & chips in town)