Eastbourne Tourist Information
The New Wilmington, located in the West end of the town near the main
theatres and seafront, is a perfect base for exploring the
sights and attractions of the Eastbourne area.
Eastbourne has plenty to offer tourists all year round.
Listed below are some of the highlights.
The Seafront – Eastbourne is a flat resort, ideal for those
looking for a relaxing walk/cycle along the seafront promenade. Guests can
also enjoy the Victorian pier and the beautiful flower gardens.
The Bandstand – Eastbourne’s bandstand has a full programme of
concerts, mostly in Spring and Summer. Tribute nights, firework nights, big
band evenings and military evenings are all part of the programme.
Theatres – There is year-round entertainment at Eastbourne’s
theatres. The two main theatres – the Congress and the Devonshire Park - are
just around the corner from the hotel.
The Towner art gallery – A contemporary art gallery that opened in
2009. The gallery is literally a minute’s walk from the hotel.
Sovereign Harbour – To the east of the town centre Sovereign Harbour
includes the Waterfront development with restaurants and shops.
South Downs National Park – Ideal for walkers and ramblers.
Shopping – In and around the Arndale Centre, you will find major stores
such as Boots, BHS, Marks and Spencer and WHSmith.
Eastbourne also has many independent shops, including some just along the road
from the hotel, such as Breeze
Flowers and Cooden
Cellars.
A little further away...
Drusillas -
Drusillas Park is widely regarded as
the best small zoo in Europe. Enjoy a fun finding-out day out that includes
Thomas the Tank engine and brilliant play areas.
Paradise Park
- Just along the coast in Newhaven,
Paradise Park comprises a garden
centre, heritage trail and gardens.
Bluebell Railway - A charming heritage railway line that runs
on the border between East and West Sussex, the volunteer-run
Bluebell Railway is a
wonderful tourist attraction.
Herstmonceux Castle - A moated, 15th Century Tudor castle in
Herstmonceux. The castle has
walled gardens and woodland trails for visitors to enjoy.
Some more Eastbourne related links:
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Visit Eastbourne (Official Eastbourne tourist information website)
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Eastbourne Borough Council
The New Wilmington Hotel
25-27 Compton Street, Eastbourne,
East Sussex, BN21 4DU
Tel: 01323 721219
Fax: 01323 746255
E: info@new-wilmington-hotel.co.uk