)
|
Bexhill-on-Sea has a considerable number of things to see and do. These include
historical, entertainment and sports attractions for all ages. We feature on this page
information and photographs of the most popular attractions.
Click on any image to view a larger version. If you want to know how to locate an attraction, please see the interactive maps page. |
|
De-La-Warr Pavilion
The De La Warr Pavilion reopned in October 2005 as a national centre for contemporary arts. It is one of the most significant spaces in the emerging network of new arts venues in the south east of England as well as a place for entertainment, education, refreshment and relaxation for the community of Bexhill and beyond.
- De La Warr Pavilion page. |
|
)
|
Old Town and Manor Gardens
Located in Bexhill-on-Sea's picturesque Old Town are many fine examples of Georgian architecture. The buildings in Bexhill Old Town contain many of historical interest including St Peter's Church which dates back to Saxon times. Take a trip around the picturesque Manor Gardens, with wonderfully colourful plants and flowers. For historians, the ruins and remains of the Manor House can be seen, originally built in the 13th Century. It's a great place to enjoy some peace and quiet, in beautiful surroundings. The Bexhill Museum of Costume and Social History, previously located in the Old Town, is currently being moved to become part of the new Bexhill Museum, due to open in May 2009. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
)
)
)
|
Bexhill Museum
The Bexhill museum was started in 1914 by a small group of dedicated enthusiasts who specialised in natural history, archaeology and ethnography. It has since developed into a fascinating and comprehensive collection. It gives an incredible insight into the history of Bexhill, its famous residents and visitors, and the important historic milestones that have made Bexhill internationally famous. The museum is an ideal place for adults and children alike to discover history and to journey through time. Located to the South side of Egerton Park facing Egerton Road. When you visit, look out for the giant crab of Japan!! Note: Bexhill Museum is currently closed, undergoing redevelopment. It will re-open in May 2009. For more information please telephone 01424 787950. |
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||
)
)
)
|
Motoring Heritage Centre
The Motoring Heritage Centre is featured at the Sackville on De-La-Warr Parade. The centre features photos and historical information on the original 1902 to 1904 races, and highlights Bexhill's place in history as the birthplace of British motor racing. More photographs of Bexhill's motoring history can be found at the Cooden Beach Heritage Gallery. |
)
|
Egerton Park
Located just to the West of Bexhill town centre, Egerton park has many attractions on offer that appeal to young and old alike. If you need to get away from the hustle and bustle of life, the park can offer the peace, solace and relaxation required. Or, if you are feeling more adventurous, you can try out any of the attractions on offer. The boating lake, tennis courts, putting green and indoor bowling centre offer the perfect way to while away those hours. Children will love the adventure playground. Egerton park is surrounded in beauty with some lovely displays of bedding plants and that great feeling of freedom that only nature can bring. Egerton Park Tennis. Tel. 01424 787912 (note that the tennis office is only open in the summer). |
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||
)
)
)
|
The Polegrove Recreation Ground
The Polegrove is situated to the West of Egerton Park in Brockley Road. It is the recreation ground used by many of Bexhill's sporting clubs including Bexhill Town football club and Bexhill's cricket and rugby teams.
The Polegrove also hosts the Bexhill Horse Show each year as well as other events
including the Party in the Polegrove music festival. Next to the main field is the Polegrove
Bowls Club. Need help finding it? Try the interactive map! |
|||||||||||||||||||||||||
)
)
)
|
Crazy Golf and Putting Green
Bexhill's crazy golf course is situated on the seafront, to the West of the De-La-Warr Pavilion and Colonnade. The course consists of twelve entertaining holes. Alternatively, if you prefer your putting a little less 'crazy' there is a grass putting green alongside, on the Metropole Lawn where the old Hotel Metropole used to be. |
|
)
|
Golf Courses
Bexhill-on-Sea boasts two of the best golf courses in East Sussex. The Cooden Beach Golf Course was described as 'a good sporting course' by James Braid when it was first opened in 1912. The course is both fun and challenging for every class of player. Highwoods Golf Course is located slightly more inland. Established in 1924, it has matured over the years into one of the finest courses in the area.
Highwoods. Ellerslie Lane. Tel. 01424 212625. |
)
|
Sailing, Sea Angling and Rowing Clubs
Bexhill Sailing Club is a friendly family sailing club with excellent facilities and is located on De-La Warr Parade. A full programme of racing and cruises begins in March and extends to mid November. More on Bexhill Sailing Club. Bexhill Sea Angling club is situated at the East end of De-La Warr Parade, at the foot of Galley Hill, for anyone interested in giving sea angling a go. Bexhill Rowing Club was first formed in June 1893, and are always welcoming new members. Training nights are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Bexhill Sailing Club. Tel. 01424 212906 |
Bexhill Sailing Club Web Site |
|||||||||||||||||||||||||
)
)
)
|
Bexhill Leisure Pool and Ten Pin Bowling
Both of these attractions are located at the Ravenside Retail Park, about one mile East of Bexhill town centre. Ocean Bowling is a state of the art 24 lane ten pin bowling complex. Other facilities include a bar, pool tables and arcade games. Bexhill Leisure Pool is the local swimming pool complex. It has a heated pool with flume, a wave machine and a 'beach' area.
Leisure Pool. Tel. 01424 731508 Need help finding them? Try the interactive map! |
|||||||||||||||||||||||
)
)
)
|
Bexhill Leisure Centre
Bexhill Leisure Centre is located on Bexhill Down. It has a 74 station gym, health suite, exercise studio, 3 squash courts, sports hall offering badminton, trampolining, gymnastics, football, karate and basketball. Other facilities include a creche, soft play and function room hire.
Contact Details |
|
)
| Photographs courtesy of Brian Hazell. |
| [ Accessibility ] [ Sitemap ] | Discover Bexhill Online [ Disclaimer ] | © Alastair Hazell - 2009 |
Use this form to find out how to get from one location to another using buses, trains or on foot. You have three options:
