Welcome to East Sussex on the southeast coast of England. East Sussex is the place where
the decisive battle of hastings took place and William the Conqueror the first noman king of England
built his first castle. East Sussex with its unique dramatic coastline, green hills and
stunning beaches is one of the most popular destinations in the UK. As you can imagine there
are many beautiful places to visit and things to do in East Sussex and it can be hard to choose
where to go. So, in this video, I share my favourite places in East Sussex to help you plan your trip
Brighton, the largest city in East Sussex is one of the most charming and lively places in the UK
this English seaside city with a blend of modern culture and exotic architecture might not
be known to many people abroad but it is a beloved destination for many British travellers
Brighton is ideal for a day trip or weekend getaway but keep in mind that on sunny days it can be packed
you can drive to Brighton but taking a train from London is the fastest way to get here
here is my favourite place in Brighton let me show you why
Brighton pier is one of the oldest and most impressive piers in the UK
the charming fairy tale town of Rye is one of the best best-preserved medieval towns in England
and it is one of the most beautiful places in East Sussex it is located less
than a two-hour drive from London which makes it perfect for a weekend holiday
or a day trip. The most popular part of this town is Mermaid street which is
considered as one of the most photographed streets in England it is easy to see why
at the end of Mermaid Street you will find saint mary's church
which was built 900 years ago it is also known as the Cathedral of East Sussex
you can climb the church tower and have a great view of the town
camber Sands is one of the most unique places in East Sussex and it is a popular destination in
the summer unlike most beaches along the Sussex coast which are armoured with pebbles and shingles
Camber Sands features five miles of unspoiled golden sun beach
plus it is home to the only sand dune system in East Sussex which is also one of the longest ones
on the south coast, there are so many things to do here you can go for a stroll
along the beach relax or participate in some water sports and activities
Camber Sands is just a 10-minute drive away from Rye this means you can visit Rye and Camber Sands beach on your trip
Eastbourne might not be as popular as Brighton but it is indeed one of the most charming places
in East Sussex. Eastbourne is known as one of the sunniest uk towns this seaside city with
its three miles of pebble beach can be a great place for a family break or even
a day trip from London. there are direct trains running from London Victoria
to Eastbourne that takes just 90 minutes driving can be another option to get here
there is a large selection of shops restaurants, cafes and bars in the town centre but if you
are looking for some fresh sea air head to the victorian pier where you can find seafront cofes
just walking distance from Eastbourne city centre, you will find beachy head the highest chalk cliff in the UK
Beachy Head with its dramatic white cliffs is one of the best sightseeing spots in East Sussex
and it is heaven for those who like to walk or cycle you can walk to Beachy Head from Eastbourne
since it is just three miles away but if you don't fancy walking you can take
the local bus which will take you to the top of the cliff in less than 20 minutes my favourite part of
Beachy Head is where you can have a view of this lighthouse take extra care and don't walk close
to the cliff edge since the white cliffs are made of chalk and they are pretty soft
located on the south coast between Eastbourne and Brighton, Seaford offers around four miles
of pebbly beach stretches while seaford is less than a 30 minute drive from either
Brighton or Eastbourne and shares the same coastlines it doesn't get
as crowded Seaford beach is great for those who are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of life
the beach is quiet and plain perfect for sunbathing walking and picnicking
Birling Gap is a gorgeous enclosed pebble beach set below the dramatic backdrop of the world
famous Seven Sisters. To get to the beach you need to climb down a steep set of steps here you will
have a great view of Seven Sisters if you haven't heard of them before, Seven Sisters are seven chalk cliffs
and one of the most beautiful natural sights in the UK if going to the beach is not a priority
you can take a walk from Birling Gap to Beachy Head and see the red-and-white striped lighthouse
Bodiam castle is certainly one of the best castles to visit in England and a perfect
place for a day trip. This beautiful 14th century moated castle is one of my favourite
places in East Sussex offering hundreds of years of history. Bodiam Castle was built by Sir Edward, known as a knight of Edward III
he initially wanted to build himself a manor house
but later he decided to build Bodiam castle to protect his people from the
french invasion during the hundred year's war. This castle was built in 1385 by sir Edwards
and actually it's pretty unique because it's one of the only castles that was built
all at once in England while the others they were built over time by different owners
what makes this castle pretty unique is the moat. whilst the moat looks beautiful today it used to
be a sewer for the castle as you can imagine the smell might have not been that great at the time
Hastings is an attractive seaside town and a working fishing port in East Sussex
The town gave its name to the Battle of Hastings, the most crucial even in English history
that in fact took place only 6 miles away
Hastings Old Town is the most lively part with a distinct look since
it is a snuggle between two hills. It is small enough to explore on foot but
there is plenty of things to do here to keep you entertained and busy during your visit
to have the best views over the town you can take a funicular
at east hill which is the steepest funicular railway in the UK
Lewes is famous for his bonfire festivals that take place in November
transforming the peaceful town of Lewes into an interesting playground it is indeed wonderful
to visit Lewes during the festival but this beautiful town with its ancient ruins and
medieval streets is a great destination all year round the main attraction here is lewis castle
one of the oldest castles in England which was built more than a thousand years ago
Driving out of Seaford towards the north, you will find Alfriston
one of the oldest villages in England it was founded in the Saxon period
and became a market town in the middle ages. Alfriston is one of the most popular villages
in Sussex and for a good reason. It is located in a picturesque valley formed by the River Cuckmere
in the centre you will find pubs, medieval buildings and boutique shops and you will
feel like you step back in time there are many walking paths and cycling trays around the village
just a short drive away from Eastbourne you will find Pevensey Castle a great place for
a family day out in East Sussex. The history of the castle goes all the way back to the Roman invasion
of England it used to be a former roman Saxon fort and it was the landing place of William the Conqueror’s army
in 1066. over the centuries the castle had been reinforced and modified several times
it must have been an impressive castle back then and there is enough left to visit and learn
now Pevensey Castle is a secluded monument under the remit of English Heritage
I hope you enjoyed this video let me know in the comments what your favourite place is
same as always thanks for watching and see you in the next video