Top Things to do in East Sussex
What to do and see in East Sussex, England: The Best Beaches
Discover the best top things to do in East Sussex, United Kingdom including Broomhill Sands, Covehurst Bay Beach, Camber Sands, Bexhill Beach, The Stade, Winchelsea Beach, Pett Level Beach, Seaford Beach, Pelham Beach, Cuckmere Haven.
Restaurants in East Sussex
1. Broomhill Sands
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By hawkes2an - Cranbrook, United Kingdom
Adjacent to Camber Sands is that beach's apparently quieter neighbour, Broomhill Sands. Whilst Camber Sands has the cafes and the amusements, the only apparent amusement at Broomhill Sands is the very interesting garden (not accessible but can be viewed) at Seascape, one of the beachside properties. You also know when you have arrived at Broomhill Sands because there are two very distinctive notices; one telling you that you are leaving the lifeguard supervised area at Camber Sands and the other pointing the way in which dogs must be taken in the months from the beginning of May until the end of September [in that period dogs are not allowed on Camber Sands whilst, on Broomhill Sands, they are allowed all the year round.] You will also find Broomhill Sands is a totally different beach. Whilst Camber has the flat sands, Broomhill has shingle with groynes which, whilst not as easy to walk on, can be much more interesting to look at. Parking is available at Camber Sands or further along the Lydd Road at Broomhill Sands itself.
2. Covehurst Bay Beach
3. Camber Sands
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,771 reviews
Reviewed By 232mrsd - Surrey, United Kingdom
Gorgeous sandy beach , sand dunes, child and dog friendly Refreshments available at car park Parking easy , just download ringo app
4. Bexhill Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 592 reviews
Reviewed By debbiehill1961 - Selby District, United Kingdom
Beautiful sea front and pebbled beach with sand further out great for sun bathers and swimmers alike. Sea is blue and still, lovely for children and adults even dog friendly too. Don’t be put off it’s soooo clean and well maintained. A big bonus is it’s sea front parking a long way of FREE parking! We have visited most of the south coast in our motorhome and there has been little to no free parking with car park barriers Not allowing us in. Most unfair. This place is a little Gem forget Hastings it’s not a patch on this lovely place it has everything and just enough shops if you can drag yourself away from it’s wonderful sea front LOVE IT.
5. The Stade
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 141 reviews
Reviewed By sabatinitennis - London, United Kingdom
This seaside road is in the old town and is home to two museums and a SeaWorld type building, a life to take you up the cliffs, wooden buildings that were used to store fishing nets and plenty of places to buy fish ....an interesting street.
6. Winchelsea Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 303 reviews
Reviewed By michellehP6165PF
Been going to this beach since I was young, it is still a fantastic beach, great for long walks, dog walks, families looking for rock pools. Never very busy, plenty of space.
7. Pett Level Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 209 reviews
Reviewed By 289brendend - Hastings, United Kingdom
This is a diamond place. One of my favourites in the Sussex area. Especially the west end. Visit and explore the fossil beds, but be way about the cliffs, they can be unstable and occasionally there are rock falls. Very underpopulated even in summer. Very peaceful. has clean water and is a great place to explore, sunbathe of just spend time idling.
8. Seaford Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 376 reviews
Reviewed By Steve_of_N21 - London, United Kingdom
We parked in the Buckle Car Park at the far end of the Marin Parade which is free and has public conveniences. Also its not far to walk to the Tide Mill ruins and nature reserve from here. But we went the other way and walked the length of Seaford Beach into town. The pebbles are tricky in places, especially on the slope down to the shore line, but once you are by the sea its very pleasant walking all the way to the Seaford museum in the tower, which is unfortunatel closed in these Covid times. Plenty of people utilising the beach and plenty of fishermen trying their luck. A very pleasant place for a stroll.
9. Pelham Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By Andrew081 - St. Albans, United Kingdom
Pelham beach, with its large carpark, children’s play area, sand pit, volley ball court, baseball court, trampolines, three crazy golf courses, bicycle hire, funfair, amusement arcade, gelato, fish’n’chips, train ride, toilets etc. is a great destination for a family day out at the beach. The beach is made up of pebbles, but some sandy areas are exposed at low tide. Lifeguard cover is provided from 11am to 6pm from mid-July to early September. Car park charges apply during the summer months starting at £1.80 for an hour, then up to £9 for 24 hours – for most people 10 hours at £7.80 would be sufficient. Weekly tickets are available for £30. Payment by RingGo is possible, but the one time I did this I was charged an extra 20p.
10. Cuckmere Haven
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 176 reviews
Cuckmere Haven Seaford. The Nature Reserve is easiest accessed by two points; South Hill Barn in Seaford or from Eastbourne Road (A259) at Exceat Bridge. Free parking is provided at South Hill Barn, Seaford, the nearest post code is BN25 4JQ. From here is a simply stunning walk down Seaford Head to Cuckmere Valley, overlooking the Seven Sisters Cliffs and river mouth.
Reviewed By hawkes2an - Cranbrook, United Kingdom
The Cuckmere Haven flood plains in Sussex, where the Cuckmere river flows into thw the English Channel, once, was commonly used by smugglers in the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries. Then, in the Second World War, it was studied by Germany as a possible landing site for the invasion of Britain; there are still visible remains of pillboxes and anti-tank obstacles which were built as defences. Today, the Cuckmere river is a meandering river, wit severakl oxbow lakes, and the whole area is well worth exploring by foot, on a bicycle or even on the river itself. Entry is free, although the car park is pay and display, and there are laid paths which make the area accesible for wheelchair and pushchair users.
