Historic attractions

Battle Abbey and battlefield

1066 must be one of the most familiar dates in English history. Visit the place where it all happened.

Anne of Cleves’ House, Lewes

A 16th century half-timbered house that formed part of Henry VIII’s divorce settlement to Anne of Cleves.

Newhaven Fort

Underground tunnels and interactive exhibits bring the events of wartime Britain to life.

The Redoubt Fortress and Military Museum, Eastbourne

In 1803 Napoleon had an army of nearly 170,000 men at Boulogne, preparing to cross the Channel. Three fortresses and 74 Martello towers were built in response. Find out more about this fascinating period of history.

Bodiam Castle, near Robertsbridge

One of Britain’s most famous castles, built in 1385. Some of the interior survives.

Herstmonceux Castle

A romantic moated castle surrounded by parkland. It boasts an Elizabethan walled garden and a reputation for ghost sightings.

Pevensey Castle

Dating back to Roman times, this ancient monument played an important part in English history.

The Long Man of Wilmington

This ancient chalk hill figure is said to date back to the Bronze Age.