Nestled in East Sussex, the quirky town of Hastings ticks all
the boxes for a traditional seaside retreat and is a destination
that holidaymakers can enjoy all year round. These Hastings holiday
cottages are well-placed for enjoying all that this vibrant town
has to offer, appealing to all sorts of holidaymakers.
Why Hastings cottages?
This fascinating town offers a charming mix of places to visit,
mainly comprised of three sections; on one side lies the Old Town,
a slightly bohemian and quirky area. This part of town offers
narrow streets and can be explored entirely on foot, with
attractions such as the Stade shingle beach, home to Europe's
largest beach-launched fishing fleet. In the middle lies a
contemporary shopping centre where visitors can browse a number of
high street retailers and to the other side lies St Leonards on
Sea, home to the fashionable Norman Road lined with antique and
vintage shops, art galleries and fine architecture. Be sure to
visit the Hastings Museum and Art Gallery, one of the town's
hidden gems and housing a collection of art donated from Lord
Brassey and his family, or for something a little different, make a
stop at the True Crime Museum - set in 3,000 sq/ft of seafront
caves, it is the largest collection of crime memorabilia in the UK!
On top of all this, there's also the fabulous Hastings Beach to
enjoy, offering a dramatic mix of sand, shingle and soaring
cliffs.
Places to Visit near Hastings
The town of Rye is a
short drive or train journey from Hastings and is known to be the
best-preserved medieval town in the UK. Wander its medieval town
clustered around a sandstone hillside, with fabulous views
overlooking the meandering River Rother and Romney Marsh from the
highest point. Travel further along the coast to reach Eastbourne,
a picture-perfect town with a traditional seaside charm. Here you
can stroll along the historic pier and enjoy entertainment long
into the night, with its amusement arcades, shops and cafés,
or climb aboard a speed boat and around a circular trip around the
bay. If exploration takes you further afield, then
West Sussex offers an array of superb beaches and a designated
AONB, the South
Downs, plus the magnificent city of Chichester to explore.
Types of Holiday
Bring everyone together on Hastings holidays by booking a
pet
friendly cottage, bringing your canine companion along for the
fun. Alternatively, this range of cottages
on the Dorset coast is perfect for those looking to experience
the true beauty of a coastal escape here, taking advantage of
stunning sunsets, golden beaches and wonderful coastal walks.