Adam’s guidebook
Food scene
Beautiful building. Right on the seafront with great views. Afternoon tea is very good value (after 2:30pm)
20 locals recommend
Bistrot Pierre
King Edward's ParadeBeautiful building. Right on the seafront with great views. Afternoon tea is very good value (after 2:30pm)
Nelson Coffee
15 Terminus RdMy recommendation for coffee. Nearby and excellent coffee
Good food and a nice seaside location. Easy to get to by walking straight down Whitley road.
31 locals recommend
The Beach Deck
Good food and a nice seaside location. Easy to get to by walking straight down Whitley road.
Meze restaurant Eastbourne
15 Pevensey RdReally good food
Tuk Tuk Indian Street Food
240 Terminus RdReally nice quirky curry place
Dew Drop Inn Bar
37-39 South StSmall but pleasant pub with a garden
The Crown & Anchor
15-16 Marine ParadeGood pub with outdoor seating on sea front
Port Hotel
11-12 Royal ParadeNice place for a beer on the sea front
Pub with good food and large outdoor seating area. Not far to walk to
6 locals recommend
The Counting House
Rockingham PlacePub with good food and large outdoor seating area. Not far to walk to
If you want to visit the marina this would be a good place to eat
12 locals recommend
Pablos Restaurant
If you want to visit the marina this would be a good place to eat
Sightseeing
The Beachy Head
Beachy Head RoadIf you go here at sunset on a clear day the views are incredible
Alfriston
Beautiful traditional village. Easy to follow walks along the river
Towner Art Gallery
College RoadWorth checking out. Not a big gallery, 30mins - 1hr
Treasure Island Adventure Park
5 Royal ParadeA bit of fun
This is probably the nicest place to go the beach if you are able to drive up to Meads and don't mind walking down the hill.
7 locals recommend
Holywell
This is probably the nicest place to go the beach if you are able to drive up to Meads and don't mind walking down the hill.
Nice scenic walk here. However it is important to arrive early as the car park fills up very fast
134 locals recommend
Seven Sisters Country Park
East Dean RoadNice scenic walk here. However it is important to arrive early as the car park fills up very fast
City/town information
West Firle
Very nice walks in this area if you enjoy rambling
Neighbourhoods
Old Town
Several good pubs. Not far to walk. Gildredge park is also nice
Traveler advice
Don't miss
Try paddle boarding
This paddle boarding school / rental is run by my good friend Paul. Depending on availability he may be able to offer you a discount if you say I referred.
Paul Gosling: 07941708503
https://www.facebook.com/pg/kitewithus/posts/
https://www.instagram.com/goose.kitesurfing.paddleboard/?hl=en-gb
Getting around
Where to go to the Beach
If you are going to the beach the best bet is to walk (10 min walk) or drive down the main road (A2021 Whitley Road). towards the redoubt car park.
https://goo.gl/maps/Pnjx7BKYXwL3FrPw8
This location is not too busy, there are toilets nearby. If you want to avoid paying for parking there is plenty of nearby free parking on streets around here. The beach deck is an option for eating.
I would recommend against walking straight through town for the beach as the area from the pier to bandstand is very busy and can be overcrowded.
Don't miss
Walking on the south downs
If you are in good fitness and want a rewarding (but steep!) walk up onto the south downs the place to start is the bottom of the hill in Meads. Search for Bedes school and this will take you to the right location. You are welcome to borrow any of the walking books in my flat - on the shelf beside the wooden birds.