Location: Eastbourne
Top Things to do in Eastbourne
The 10 Best Free Things to do in Eastbourne, England
Pat Hearn
Restaurants in Eastbourne
1. Nigel Greaves Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 181 reviews
Eastbourne's premier contemporary art gallery. Two floors of original land and seascapes, figurative and abstract works.The gallery has been featured on BBC TV, ITV and many national and regional newspaperes and magazines. Schools visits by arrangement.
Reviewed By JSpikeSte
There are 2 floors full of original art by Nigel Greaves. The vibrancy of the paintings as you walk in is stunning. There are plenty of paintings in different styles and for different tastes. We received a warm welcome and particularly enjoyed the back story behind some of the paintings.
2. Emma Mason Gallery
3. Henry Paddon Contemporary Art
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By SuzanneCruse - Hailsham, United Kingdom
We have been visiting He ray Paddon for many years and have some wonderful local art from his shop from big and small, to quirky and cute. I love Arrington and can always find something to go with a new outfit here. Henry himself is a real gentleman; he always remembers your name and you never feel pressurised to buy. If there is something you would like but it is not in the shop he contacts the artists to see if he can source it. He is a gem and so is his shop.
4. Owl and Sewing Cat
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 18 reviews
5. At The Makery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
This lovely little gallery is one of Eastbourne’s hidden gems! Whether you are looking for a present for someone special or for a piece of art for your own home, this is the place to look. The gallery is run as a collaborative venture by a group of very talented local artists. They sell paintings, prints, textiles, ceramics, fused glass, jewellery and art cards, all at affordable prices
6. Beachy Head
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,042 reviews
Reviewed By nurseclair
Beautiful scenery blue skies white chalk cliffs the lighthouse Well worth a visit with your walking boots and four legged companion to take a stroll along the cliff tops. I loved it wish I’d had longer
7. Sovereign Harbour Marina
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,432 reviews
Reviewed By 944melvyne
lovely harbour side with plenty of places to eat and great service, i would recommend the boat trip round the marina very informative superb
8. Art at the da Vinci
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Look out for the art gallery at the da Vinci in Eastbourne. The da Vinci Hotel offers an excellent venue for local artists with ongoing exhibitions in the spacious downstairs rooms. Recent shows have included work by a community group of disabled artists as well as the annual Open House exhibition. The latest exhibition is provided by FrockArt which is a group of Sussex based women artists who regularly exhibit together. The works is exhibited over 4 rooms and includes paintings, prints, photography and textiles. The exhibition is open between 10.00am and 5.00pm each day and runs until the 30th October. Members of the artist group will regularly be in residence to talk to visitors.
9. Little Chelsea
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By D0dge51 - Eastbourne, United Kingdom
Great number of small shops, cafes and restaurants in this area and well worth visiting if in Eastbourne.
10. Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,781 reviews
COVID 19 UPDATE: May 2021: The car park and beach are open everyday without the need to book a space. The takeaway café (limited menu), shop & toilets are open daily, but the Visitor Centre is closed. Please respect social distancing and take litter home with you. Opening and closing times may vary, please check our website for further details.
Reviewed By dismantledgrrl
We walked from East Dean to Birling gap and then walked along to Beachy Head from there. Beautiful views of the cliffs and the National Trust centre at Birling was a good stop for cafe and toilets, plus dog-friendly.The volunteer from South Africa was incredibly helpful and even offered us a lift if we couldn't walk anymore!
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