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National
Rail Timetable
Nearest BR station: Wivelsfield (10 mins walk away) |
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The
Bluebell Rail
The volunteer run Bluebell Line was the UK's first preserved
standard gauge passenger railway, re-opening part of the
Lewes to East Grinstead line of the old London Brighton
& South Coast Railway in 1960. |
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The
National Trust
The National Trust was founded in 1895 by three Victorian
philanthropists - Miss Octavia Hill, Sir Robert Hunter
and Canon Hardwicke Rawnsley. Concerned about the impact
of uncontrolled development and industrialisation, they
set up the Trust to act as a guardian for the nation in
the acquisition and protection of threatened coastline,
countryside and buildings. |
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English
Heritage
It is our job at English Heritage to make sure that the
historic environment of England is properly maintained
and cared for. By employing some of the country's very
best architects, archaeologists and historians, we aim
to help people understand and appreciate why the historic
buildings and landscapes around them matter. From the
first traces of civilisation, to the most significant
buildings of the 20th century, we want every important
historic site to get the care and attention it deserves. |
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The
Royal Pavilion
The Royal Pavilion's lavish interiors combine Chinese-style
decorations with magnificent furniture and furnishings.
Adorned with gilded dragons, carved palm trees and imitation
bamboo staircases, the Palace's magnificent furniture
and furnishings. Adorned with gilded dragons, carved palm
trees and imitation bamboo staircases, the Palace's unique
style mixes Asian exoticism with English eccentricity.
Daring and inventive colours feature throughout, and there
are many original items on loan from HM The Queen. |
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Fishbourne
Roman Palace
Fishbourne Roman Palace was discovered by accident during
the digging of a water main trench in 1960. The discovery
led to nine seasons of excavations that showed the site
had developed from a military base at the time of the
Roman invasion in AD43 to a sumptuous Palace by the end
of the first century. |
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Pooh
Country
Take this unique opportunity to tour Pooh Country. This
beautiful part of the south east of England was the inspiration
and home of the Winnie-the-Pooh Stories by A.A. Milne
and E.H. Shepard. |
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Arundel
Castle
There is nearly 1,000 years of history at this great castle,
situated in magnificent grounds overlooking the River
Arun in West Sussex and built at the end of the 11th century
by Roger de Montgomery, Earl of Arundel. |
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Leonardslee
Lakes and Gardens
There are about 240 acres (almost 100 hectare) of grounds
to explore, seven beautiful lakes in the valley, and nearly
10 miles (16kms) of garden paths and woodland walks. Deer
roam in the parks and wildfowl adorn the lakes. |
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Borde
Hill Garden, Park and Woodland
Borde Hill is a garden of contrasts that captures the
imagination and delights the senses. It is set in 200
acres of a traditional country estate in the area of outstanding
natural beauty lying between the town of Haywards Heath
and the village of Cuckfield in mid Sussex. |
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The
Triangle Leisure Centre
Aztec Fun Pools: shoot the white water rapids, ride the
flumes and surf the rapids. Relax in the spa; enjoy the
waterfalls, geysers and gargoyles. Swim in the outdoor
heated pool, set in a landscaped Mediterranean style patio.
Let the kids explore Antics Soft Play, designed to stimulate
and entertain. A fully supervised crèche is available
- booking is essential. Other facilities include a 25-metre
swimming pool, squash, and tennis courts. |
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Wakehurst
Place
Wakehurst Place was leased by the Royal Botanic Gardens,
Kew in 1965 from the National Trust. Situated in an 'Area
of Outstanding Natural Beauty' on the High Weald of Sussex,
its higher rainfall, more moisture retentive soils and
range of microclimates complement the conditions at Kew
and allow the plant collections to be greatly enhanced. |
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Newhaven
Fort
Newhaven Fort was built in the 1860's to deter invaders.
Today it offers a warm welcome to anyone looking for a
totally different and fascinating day out. The massive
walls, ramparts and guns and many other original features
all fire the imagination with other exciting glimpses
into England's dramatic wartime past. |
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The
Observatory Science Centre
The Royal Greenwich Observatory (RGO) was founded at Greenwich
in London in 1675 by King Charles II but was moved just
after the second world war in order to escape the lights
and pollution of the city. The site at Herstmonceux was
chosen as the most suitable in the UK. By the mid-fifties
the observatory was fully operational. |
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Kent
& East Sussex Steam Railway
A journey back to a bygone age. Less than an hour from
the M25 lies an area of gentle hills, woods and marshland
where friendly old world charm of a past age await to
greet you. Our Farmers' Line joins together the jewels
of the Weald, Tenterden Town and Bodiam Castle, brushing
past the quiet Sussex village of Northiam on the way. |
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Sussex
Top Attractions
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