Top Things to do in East Sussex
Top 10 Points of Interest & Landmarks in East Sussex, England
Discover the best top things to do in East Sussex, United Kingdom including Farleys House & Gallery, Ashdown Gallery, The Regency Town House, Spike Milligan's Grave, The Mary Stanford Lifeboat Pebble Memorial, Ditchling Beacon, The Old Market, The Lanes, Royal Pavilion, The Lavender Line.
Restaurants in East Sussex
1. Farleys House & Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 69 reviews
Sussex home of Surrealist photographer Lee Miller and artist Roland Penrose. Lee Miller and Roland Penrose came to live at Farleys House in 1949 and for the thirty five years that followed they built up a collection of contemporary art treasures, many of which were created by their friends and visitors including Pablo Picasso, Man Ray, Max Ernst, Leonora Carrington and Joan Miro. The work of these and numerous others are exhibited in the house alongside those of Penrose and Miller giving the visitor a fascinating look into the world of the Surrealists. Farleys is open to the public on Sundays & Thursdays between April and October each year. All visits to the house are by guided tour.
Reviewed By AdamS76 - Oxford, United Kingdom
I have been wanting to visit Farleys for some years and we finally had the opportunity to do so yesterday as we were in the area. We were not disappointed! From the wonderful welcome, the great recommendations on how to spend our time there to best advantage and the tour of such an extra-ordinary house, this was a day to remember. The tour was brilliant, and of huge interest to anyone who likes Surrealism and / or 20th century art and photography. There is so much to absorb in each room that you don't know where to look! Finally, I can't finish without mentioning the legendary gluten-free lemon drizzle cake which we ate in the gardens with a cup of tea. What a wonderful way to spend half a day!
2. Ashdown Gallery
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
3. The Regency Town House
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
The Regency Town House is the site of a momentous restoration project. The Georgian terraced property, part of architect Charles Busby’s Brunswick Estate, is an impressive example of 19th century architecture. Unlike most of the properties on the square, Regency Town House is remarkable as it remains relatively unchanged from its Georgian beginnings.
4. Spike Milligan's Grave
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5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By JuneBug1939 - Weston super Mare, United Kingdom
Not much there but a tombstone, but it IS Spike Milligan's tombstone. We just had to see it and we came to the pretty little town/village of Winchelsea especially. Spike was Irish and wanted "I told you I was ill" on his headstone, so it was engraved there in Celtic. He would have loved to have seen it! Bless his memory! Making us laugh even at his death. My dad loved Spike - praise indeed!
5. The Mary Stanford Lifeboat Pebble Memorial
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By hawkes2an - Cranbrook, United Kingdom
Outside the Lifeboat House in Rye Harbour there is a very touching and unique memorial to some very brave men; the Mary Stanford Lifeboat Pebble Memorial. If you are in the area this is one thing that you should not miss viewing.
6. Ditchling Beacon
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4.5 based on 286 reviews
Reviewed By katied953 - Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom
Stunning views up here over Sussex. A lovely walk from here to Devil's Dyke or go the other way to Lewes. Parking is free if you are a National Trust member.
7. The Old Market
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4.5 based on 114 reviews
The Old Market is Brighton & Hove’s independent, high quality live theatre and venue. The Old Market (or, as we like to call it, TOM) is the best place to see a show. Our diverse programme includes live music, great theatre and innovative comedy, all of which you’ll enjoy in a welcoming and pleasant environment. For full show listings, visit our website. We look forward to welcoming you soon! Team TOM
Reviewed By JoanneA648
We went to see a comedian at the venue and were impressed at the size. It is very small and intimate which made it ideal as a comedy venue. Would definitely go again.
8. The Lanes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,137 reviews
This area is home to an eclectic mix of shops and restaurants.
Reviewed By Good_Partner - Sydney, Australia
Unlike walking through the high streets for window shopping, this area provides visitors more fun as shops are close and lanes are narrow only one person can pass through at a time in many occasions, so the excitement is high. It's not a small maze to most unless you are familiar with each lane and corner by identifying the shops and benchmarks. Without visiting The Lanes, your trip to Brighton is not complete.
9. Royal Pavilion
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8,133 reviews
The Royal Pavilion is an exotic palace in the centre of Brighton with a colourful history. Built as a seaside pleasure palace for King George IV, this historic house mixes Regency grandeur with the visual style of India and China. A Prince's Treasure - A spectacular loan from Her Majesty The Queen is currently on display at the Royal Pavilion until Autumn 2021. The culmination of a collaborative venture between Royal Collection Trust and the Royal Pavilion & Museums, over 120 remarkable decorative works of art that were originally commissioned by the Prince Regent, have been relocated from Buckingham Palace and re-united in their previous setting of the Royal Pavilion.
Reviewed By 596petev - East Sussex, United Kingdom
This place never disappoints Quirky magnificence Always take visiting friends here and even though been many times there is always something new to see as restoration is a continual work in progress I love the dining room dragon and peacocks totally unique xxxx
10. The Lavender Line
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 96 reviews
Closed until August 2021 due to Covid-19, please check our website and Facebook for reopening details nearer the time. The Lavender Line is a heritage railway based at the restored Victorian station of Isfield near Lewes in East Sussex. It is has been operated and maintained almost entirely by volunteers since 1993. It is open to the public for one mile train rides on Sundays and bank holiday Mondays and hosts special events and functions at other times.
Reviewed By E7826WNdavidm - Hurstpierpoint, United Kingdom
This Heritage Railway captures the atmosphere of the 1950s. The staff are so helpful and enthusiastic. The pub next door has great beer and food and has a welcoming ambiance.
