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Pevensey is situated in the district of Wealden midway between the coastal towns of Eastbourne and Bexhill. It comprises the ancient village of Pevensey, the larger seaside resort of Pevensey Bay and some 7 miles of farmland on Pevensey Levels, a wetland of international significance.

Pevensey Village

Pevensey Village is a small historic settlement with many ancient buildings dominated by the East Gate of Pevensey Castle. The Norman castle is run by English Heritage and is open to the public. Other buildings of interest in this historic village are The Courthouse (one of the smallest Gaols in England which you can still visit) and the early English church of St. Nicolas.

Pevensey Bay

Pevensey Bay is a coastal village and holiday resort with a variety of village shops. For visitors to the area there is an information centre and car park.

Pevensey Levels

Pevensey Levels is an internationally designated wetland site as well as being a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and is adjacent to Pevensey and Pevensey Bay. It is especially known for its diverse collection of birds and wildlife.

Nearby attractions include Herstmonceux Castle and Science Centre and the 13 mile-long Cuckoo Trail, which runs from Polegate through some of the prettiest countryside in Wealden and finishes at Heathfield.

Historical interest

William the Conqueror and his army/carts/horses etc landed at Pevensey Beach before moving onto his famous battle with Harold at Senlac Hill Battle. The famous 1066 walk starts in Pevensey village and winds its way to Battle.

Other nearby attractions include Stone Cross Windmill, St. Marys Church Westham (The first Norman Church ever built in UK) Alfriston Village with the first ever National Trust Property, The Long Man of Wilmington, Seven Sisters Country Park plus farm shops/pick your own and TiPi Camping There is a golf course and Sussex Wildlife Trust area (which includes one of only two sites in the whole UK for Raft Spiders) Pevensey is also close to the South Downs National Park.

Pevensey is also depicted on the very famous Bayeaux Tapestry, held in Bayeaux, France It is also one of a few ports to be granted Cinque Port status in England and still has Martello Towers along it's coast line.

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Royal Oak And Castle Inn

Address

High Street, Pevensey, EAST SUSSEX, BN24 5LE

Telephone
01323 762371

royaloakandcastle@gmail.com

Pevensey

The perfect place to relax after taking in Pevensey's attractions, only a step away from Pevensey Castle.
Pevensey Bay (Beach Garden)

Address

1 Marine Court, The Parade, Pevensey Bay, Pevensey, EAST SUSSEX, BN24 6AN

Telephone
01323 406090

info@exclusivelyeastbourne.co.uk

Pevensey Bay, Pevensey

Beach Garden in Pevensey Bay has three bedrooms, sleeps eight people, and is in a prime location. Set right on the beach, it is ideal for extended families or friends who love soaking up the sea views.
Newly renovated, this stylish maisonette…
Your Café & Bakery

Address

43 Farmlands Way, Polegate, EAST SUSSEX, BN26 5LR

Telephone
01323 487115

raj.fieldco@yahoo.com

Polegate

A local family run cafe, offering breakfast, lunch, or just a cup of coffee, all at great prices. If you haven't got time to stay, you can order a take away service.
The Pevensey Bay Beach House

Address

Pevensey Bay, Pevensey, EAST SUSSEX, BN24 6ND

Telephone
07870 167 332

janewgrant@hotmail.com

Pevensey Bay, Pevensey

The Pevensey Bay Beach House in East Sussex has chic and quirky features.
Downstairs features a large open plan living space and cooks kitchen with a double oven, fridge and dishwasher, and large centre island overlooking the dining table.
The…
Trawlers Fish Restaurant

Address

6 Freshwater Square, Anderida Road, Lower Willingdon, EAST SUSSEX, BN22 0PR

Telephone
01323 503341

Lower Willingdon

Selection of takeaway food in Willingdon
1066 Country Walk

Address

Castle Lane, Pevensey, BN24 5LE

Pevensey

The 31-mile 1066 Country Walk is a relatively easy, low-level route through countryside that witnessed the Norman Conquest. Starting at Pevensey Castle (though you can start in Rye), it passes Herstmonceux Castle, the historic 1066 Battle Abbey and…
Old Swan Fish and Chips

Address

2 High Street, Westham, EAST SUSSEX, BN24 5LZ

Telephone
01323 767843

Westham

Local Fish and Chip shop in the heart of Westham Village near Pevensey Castle
Polegate Windmill

Address

Park Croft, Willingdon, East Sussex, BN26 5LB

Telephone
01323 506795

polegatewindmillgroup@gmail.com

Willingdon

This 4-storey brick tower mill built in 1817, last worked by wind in 1942, restored in 1967, with three pairs of millstones and three working oat crushers. Cap and sweeps now turn to wind.
Smugglers Inn

Address

High Street, Pevensey, EAST SUSSEX, BN24 5LF

Telephone
01323 762112

Pevensey

The Smugglers consists of open fires in both the bar and restaurant, to provide a warm and friendly atmosphere during the chilly evenings.
The Dinkum

Address

54 High Street, Polegate, EAST SUSSEX, BN26 6AG

Telephone
01323 482106

sflowjo@o2.co.uk

Polegate

Family-run traditional pub serving local ales.
Pevensey

Address

EAST SUSSEX, BN24 5LE

Pevensey is in the district of Wealden midway between the coastal towns of Eastbourne and Bexhill. It comprises the ancient village of Pevensey, the larger seaside resort of Pevensey Bay & some 7 miles of farmland on Pevensey Levels.
JCJ Pottery

Address

Peelings Manor Barns, Hankham Road, StoneCross, Nr Pevensey, EAST SUSSEX, BN24 5AP

Telephone
01323 469009

jo@jcjpottery.co.uk

StoneCross, Nr Pevensey

Jonathan Chiswell Jones has been working as a craft potter in Sussex for 50 years. For the first 25 years, he worked at Drusillas, watched by thousands, and then, at the millennium, when Drusillas changed hands, the pottery was moved to a…
The Heron Pub

Address

27 High Street, Westham, EAST SUSSEX, BN24 5LR

Telephone
01323 761041

info@heronpub.co.uk

Westham

We offer a varied selection of beers, wines, spirits, and soft drinks, plus a menu of delicious homemade food, including our freshly made pizza menu to eat in and take away.
Hillier Garden Centre

Address

Hailsham Road, Stone Cross, Pevensey, BN24 5BS

Telephone
01323 763240

gc12manager@hillier.co.uk

Stone Cross
Castle Inn

Address

72 Eastbourne Road, Pevensey Bay, EAST SUSSEX, BN24 6HS

Telephone
01323 764970

info@castleinnpevenseybay.co.uk

Pevensey Bay

We offer a varied selection of beers, wines, spirits, and soft drinks, along with a menu of delicious homemade food, plus weekend entertainment.
Horse & Groom (Harvester)

Address

1 High Street, Polegate, EAST SUSSEX, BN36 5HA

Telephone
01323 483087

Polegate

elcome to The Horse and Groom, Harvester restaurant in Polegate. Here you will find our famous grills and salads; we serve real food fresh, fun and full of flavour. All of our main meals come with fresh, unlimited salad. You can enjoy breakfast,…

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