Holiday rentals and lettings in East Sussex

Rising 530 feet (0.16 kilometres) into the blue Sussex sky, Beachy Head is the highest limestone cliff in Britain and stretches along the coast at the southern end of the South Downs. You can reach the top of the cliffs by crossing the footpath to appreciate the beauty of the English Channel from the top. You'll feel like you've stepped into a painting. If you decide to walk along the path, you will find the Beachy Head pub, where you can enjoy a home-cooked meal. The cliffs have also been one of Eastbourne's most famous locations, providing the backdrop for films such as Harry Potter, James Bond, Robin Hood-Prince of Thieves, and many others.

Reflecting almost 1,000 years of history, Boodie Castle, located on the outskirts of the small village of Bodiam, is one of Britain's most picturesque medieval castles. It is considered a jewel in the crown of UK tourist attractions, and its architecture is a showcase of exceptional survival. The castle offers a beautiful medieval setting and inspiring flower fields. You can wander through these romantic ruins and feel as if you were in ancient times. You will also have the opportunity to go down to the southwest turret, where you will find the pond where drinking water was supplied and even bathed by the lords of the castle.

Enjoying a family day out at Drusillas Park is the number one activity in East Sussex! The award-winning park offers over a hundred exotic animals to keep you and the kids entertained throughout the day. You can feed the penguins, have a close encounter with lemurs, red pandas, and even tarantulas, and enjoy many more animals such as adorable sloths, monkeys, capybaras, colourful birds, snakes, and much more. However, the park has not only a zoo but also large adventure play areas and a water park. It is widely regarded as the best small zoo in the country.

If you love fresh air and being surrounded by nature all day, Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest is one of the best places to visit in East Sussex. The forest is home to the National Conifer Collection and offers facilities with activities such as hiking, mountain biking, leisurely horse riding, and treetop adventures with Go Ape. With wobbly bridges, zip wires, and intricate crossings you can enjoy fantastic scenery from above. The cycling trails on the other hand offer something for everyone with 10 km of trails in the 2000 acre forest. The site also has a café to relax in with spectacular views of the Pinetum.

The Royal Pavilion is one of the most opulent buildings in England and a must-see attraction in all of Sussex. Enjoy a visual spectacle filled with intricate decoration and detail. Tour the incredible dragon-themed banqueting hall and marvel at the gold pagodas in the music room. With over 120 decorative works of art, this contrasting Chinese-inspired Indian architecture is the Prince Regent's treasure and the finest example of early 19th-century Chinoiserie in all of Europe.

Located opposite Brighton's iconic pier, SEA LIFE Brighton is the world's oldest operating aquarium. It is home to over 5,000 sea creatures including rays, sharks, starfish, clownfish, seahorses, turtles, jellyfish, and more. Explore the underwater world, enter an underwater tunnel, see the anaconda in the rainforest, and be dazzled by the Day & Night attraction. You will experience a bio-florescent tropical coastline and fascinating coral reef in a 750,000 litre exhibit.

After a day at the aquarium, stop by the British Airways i360 observation tower. This mobile observation tower is the tallest in the world and looks like a kind of spaceship. Soar 138 metres up in a glass capsule and enjoy the mesmerizing 360° views of the ocean. You can admire Brighton's landmarks and even the Seven Sisters cliffs. Then enjoy a glass of sparkling wine in the exclusive Nyetimber Sky Bar, the highest bar on the South Coast. At beach level, you can enjoy the delicious food and views at the West Beach Bar & Kitchen.

The Bluebell Railway is home to one of the finest collections of vintage steam locomotives and carriages and runs for 11 miles (17.7 km) between Sheffield Park and East Grinstead, providing an enjoyable experience for all the family. The venue Experience a journey on a real working steam locomotive, ride through the beautiful Sussex countryside and enjoy the sights with delicious treats, chocolate buns, and cakes. During the winter, travel on the magical steam train covered in thousands of glowing coloured lights!

Battle Abbey was the site of the pivotal battle of the last successful invasion of England in 1066, making it one of the most important historic sites in England. From the rooftop viewing platform, you can see the battlefield where the ferocity of the event took place and the future of England was decided. You will also have the opportunity to explore the ruins of the abbey and see Harold's stone, which marks the spot where King Harold fell.