Meads

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Enjoy a leisurely walk around the Meads area of Eastbourne, "where the Downs meet the sea" with local historian Kim Adams from Eastbourne Walks. Includes the Italian Gardens, St John's Church, Meads Village and the wonderful mansion houses nestling at the foot of the South Downs. Find out about some of the famous local residents and hear the story of the notorious Dr John Bodkin Adams.

The walk starts at the thatched tea-chalet in The Helen Garden.

Walk leader: Kim Adams, Eastbourne Walks

Walk grading: Easy

Approximate distance: 1.5 miles

Dogs are welcome on this walk

There are toilet facilities on this route

This route is suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs

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Historic Meads Walk

Type:Walking Festival

The Thatched Tea Chalet, Helen Gardens, King Edwards Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN20 7XL

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Eastbourne Visitor Centre, Welcome Building, Compton Street, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 4BP

01323 415415

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