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48 Hours in Eastbourne - Day 1

Morning

Welcome to the sunshine coast! You have 48 hours to spend in Eastbourne, but what can you do... Eastbourne has many iconic venues which are a must see before you make your departure home. Taking you on a sight seeing tour in the sun trap of the South, touching on a bit of history, visiting local exhibitions as well as capturing some of Eastbourne's most picturesque locations.

There's no better way to start your day than exploring the South Downs National Park, an outstandingly breath taking natural gem sitting unspoilt right on our door step with spectacular views! Time for a rest? Relax and refresh with a drink at The Beachy Head pub. Whilst visiting the Country Park, be sure to pop into The Beachy Head Story, a brand new free exhibition which allow visitors to discover the beautiful landscape of Beachy Head and the South Downs, and pick up a special treat for yourself or a loved one in the adjoining gift shop which stocks a variety of locally sourced and nature inspired products.

Walk East towards Eastbourne and make the most of the views with visiting Beachy Head, Belle Tout Light House and Birling Gap, providing plenty of photo opportunities along the way. For the way back down, why not jump on the Sightseeing Bus, stopping at a number of locations on route.

Lunch 

Whether you are on the Sightseeing Bus or making your own way around Eastbourne, be sure to stop off at the Holywell Retreat. Holywell is a hive of activity with the secluded Italian Gardens and their ornate Italian arbours and pergolas it's a stunning piece of architecture only a few yards from Holywell Beach.

With all that walking you deserve a tasty lunch set with amazing views at The Beach Deck. Serving a variety of dishes, ranging from fish to pizza you will be sure find a mouth watering delight. Jump on the Dotto Train from Holywell and make sure you get off at Fisherman's Green and The Beach Deck is a 5 minute walk from there. Alternatively, pop into The Pavilion nearby for a drink or light refreshment.

Afternoon

Now that you are fed and watered, spend an afternoon soaking up the sun on the Sunshine Coast with a walk along the seafront back into the town centre or jump back on the Dotto Train towards Grand Parade beach and alight at the Wish Tower for a spot of kayaking with hire available from Eastbourne Kayak and Surf.

Evening

Catch the 99 bus to Eastbourne's Sovereign Harbour for an evening of entertainment at The Garden Bar and many restaurants to choose from with spectacular views of the boats. Restaurants include Thai, Indian, Italian and American.

Opened in 1993, Sovereign Harbour is northern Europe's largest composite marina coplex and boasts four linked harbours and the hugely popular Waterfront retail and restaurant development. Situated at the Eastern end of Eastbourne's seafront, the tidal Outer Harbour is only used for entrance to the marina through twin sea locks, which are operated 24 hours a day.

Overnight

If you haven't booked your hotel already, why not try the family friendly Sheldon Hotel, just moments from the town's main theatres and close to the town centre. Or for sea views in a traditional B&B, try the charming Devonia guest house, close to Princes Park and Eastern Seafront.