Food scene
Hastings and St Leonard’s have so many locally owned and family owned eateries there really is no excuse for going to a chain. With food choices from around the world produced with locally grown ingredients.
Have fun exploring and finding the flavour.
My tip don’t look at the exterior of the building look at what’s on the plate
Kassa coffee
15 Grand ParadeGreat Food and Coffee on the Sea Front
The Oak Bakery
17 London RdA proper bakery, enough said.
Rustico Italiano
31 Robertson StGreat Pizza
Lauren one of our visitors recommended Milk + Hustle for morning coffee.
8 locals recommend
Milk + Hustle
85 London RdLauren one of our visitors recommended Milk + Hustle for morning coffee.
Maggie's Fish & Chips
8-9 Rock-a-Nore RdLocal Favorite and one of the best 'chippies' in town.
Best Steakhouse in Hastings.
Before mass production and vacuum packaging dominated meat supply all butchers bought in hind and forequarters of beef several weeks ahead of when it would be sold to the customer. This was considered essential for the preparation of quality meat
Beef is very different to chicken and pork which both have a very short shelf life. It is, in some ways, similar to a good cheese or wine and benefits from controlled aging..
Nowadays many restaurants advertise 'aged steaks' on their menus. At The Two Bulls you can see for yourself our aged local beef joints in our glass display fridges.
We hope that you will enjoy the subtle difference from what you might be used to..
Book to guarantee your table
www.twobulls.co.uk
18 locals recommend
Two Bulls Steakhouse
61C High StBest Steakhouse in Hastings.
Before mass production and vacuum packaging dominated meat supply all butchers bought in hind and forequarters of beef several weeks ahead of when it would be sold to the customer. This was considered essential for the preparation of quality meat
Beef is very different to chicken and pork which both have a very short shelf life. It is, in some ways, similar to a good cheese or wine and benefits from controlled aging..
Nowadays many restaurants advertise 'aged steaks' on their menus. At The Two Bulls you can see for yourself our aged local beef joints in our glass display fridges.
We hope that you will enjoy the subtle difference from what you might be used to..
Book to guarantee your table
www.twobulls.co.uk
In our humble opinion this is the best Fish And Chip Shop in Hastings. Its well off the beaten track tucked away in Ore village but if you have a car or are passing by on your way back from Rye or Camber then we can't recommend them enough.
The Lighthouse
284 Priory RoadIn our humble opinion this is the best Fish And Chip Shop in Hastings. Its well off the beaten track tucked away in Ore village but if you have a car or are passing by on your way back from Rye or Camber then we can't recommend them enough.
The only pub in Britain in a desert! Specializes in seafood. Combine with a visit to the beach and lighthouses at Dungeness.
Britannia Inn
Dungeness RoadThe only pub in Britain in a desert! Specializes in seafood. Combine with a visit to the beach and lighthouses at Dungeness.
Two minutes walk from No83, Gastro pub. Great for Sunday Lunch or a quiet pint.
Booking Essential 01424 547797
contact@theroyalstleonards.co.uk
38 locals recommend
The Royal
1 St Johns RdTwo minutes walk from No83, Gastro pub. Great for Sunday Lunch or a quiet pint.
Booking Essential 01424 547797
contact@theroyalstleonards.co.uk
Nice Indian restaurant, good quality food with nice staff.
Dont sell alcohol - but happy for you to take your own.
8 locals recommend
Cinnamon Spice
Trinity RoadNice Indian restaurant, good quality food with nice staff.
Dont sell alcohol - but happy for you to take your own.
Family owned, fresh and tasty Lebanese food.
Recommend
Mezza Platter, Chicken Livers, Babaghanoush
18 locals recommend
Liban Coast
13 Marine CtFamily owned, fresh and tasty Lebanese food.
Recommend
Mezza Platter, Chicken Livers, Babaghanoush
Sightseeing
East Sussex is a bit of a well-kept secret. Situated on the South coast of England It hides a wealth of stunning un-spoilt scenery and countryside. (It's one of only nine counties in England without a motorway)
From its leafy Wealden countryside to its seaside shingle, East Sussex harbours a range of stunning sites of historic interest. East Sussex’s county town of Lewes has itself an abundance of landmarks, including the remains of Lewes Priory and the town’s castle, as well as Charleston, the hub of the artists and writers of the Bloomsbury Set.
Afternoons are well spent in the gardens of Brighton’s Royal Pavilion, or walking the South Downs towards Beachy Head. Bodiam Castle near Robertsbridge is one of the most picturesque castles in Britain, while the medieval port town of Rye is textured with an impressive history which encompasses Anglo-French raiding and a notorious smuggling operation.
5 Minute walk from No83 to the beach. Goat Ledge Cafe is great for refreshments.
7 locals recommend
St. Leonards On Sea Beach
5 Minute walk from No83 to the beach. Goat Ledge Cafe is great for refreshments.
Quintessentially British place to visit. This award winning pier is a great visit, its free too.
11 locals recommend
Pier station
Quintessentially British place to visit. This award winning pier is a great visit, its free too.
Lots to do in the old town, Long walk or bus ride from No83.
Visit the museum, Smugglers Caves, Climb the steps or take the Funicular up to the fire hills or the other side up to the castle. Plenty of antique shops and cafes and bars and architecture to look at.
111 locals recommend
Hastings Old Town
Lots to do in the old town, Long walk or bus ride from No83.
Visit the museum, Smugglers Caves, Climb the steps or take the Funicular up to the fire hills or the other side up to the castle. Plenty of antique shops and cafes and bars and architecture to look at.
The very far end of Hastings is worth a visit. The funicular up to the Fire Hills starts from here there are also steps if you prefer to climb and get great views of Hastings and across the channel to France. There is also a museum and Sea Life Centre. The miniature railway also starts here and runs back into Hastings. Buy fresh of the boat seafood here and great fish and chips at Maggies.
15 locals recommend
Rock-a-Nore
The very far end of Hastings is worth a visit. The funicular up to the Fire Hills starts from here there are also steps if you prefer to climb and get great views of Hastings and across the channel to France. There is also a museum and Sea Life Centre. The miniature railway also starts here and runs back into Hastings. Buy fresh of the boat seafood here and great fish and chips at Maggies.
Great Views and walking high up on the cliffs. Stunning views and hidden glens and secret beaches. Fairlight Glen is a very quiet naturist beach. Park at the coastguard station and explore.
10 locals recommend
Hastings Country Park station
Great Views and walking high up on the cliffs. Stunning views and hidden glens and secret beaches. Fairlight Glen is a very quiet naturist beach. Park at the coastguard station and explore.
Hastings has many places to explore within easy walking distance of No83.
St Leonards on sea - trendy boutique shops and cinema, antique shops and great eateries.
Hastings Main Town - High Street Stores, restaurants, cinema and everything you would expect to find in a large town.
Old Town and Rock a Nore -Small streets and alleyways filled with independent shops and bars theres even a real old flea pit cinema.
183 locals recommend
Hastings
Hastings has many places to explore within easy walking distance of No83.
St Leonards on sea - trendy boutique shops and cinema, antique shops and great eateries.
Hastings Main Town - High Street Stores, restaurants, cinema and everything you would expect to find in a large town.
Old Town and Rock a Nore -Small streets and alleyways filled with independent shops and bars theres even a real old flea pit cinema.
An hour North of Hastings you will find Ashdown Forest this a a large area of open heathland famous for being the place where A A Milne created Winnie the Pooh. Visit Pooh bridge and all Christopher Robins other haunts. Great walking and views and secret hidden treasures.
www.ashdownforest.org/enjoy/walking/googleWalks.php
Surrounded by quaint towns and villages theres plenty to fill a day.
Recommended Pubs
Boars Head - Crowborough
The Hatch Inn - Colemans Hatch
The Crown - Groombridge
All have great food, good gardens and real beer in traditional pubs.
92 locals recommend
Ashdown Forest
Wych CrossAn hour North of Hastings you will find Ashdown Forest this a a large area of open heathland famous for being the place where A A Milne created Winnie the Pooh. Visit Pooh bridge and all Christopher Robins other haunts. Great walking and views and secret hidden treasures.
www.ashdownforest.org/enjoy/walking/googleWalks.php
Surrounded by quaint towns and villages theres plenty to fill a day.
Recommended Pubs
Boars Head - Crowborough
The Hatch Inn - Colemans Hatch
The Crown - Groombridge
All have great food, good gardens and real beer in traditional pubs.
Stunning Castle with great walks.
Tip do not use the local pubs for lunch better can found with a bit of effort.
The Curlew - Bodiam. One Michelin Star does not have to be expensive especially at lunchtimes. Treat yourselves.
The White Dog Inn - Bodiam
Salehurst Halt - Robertsbridge. Great Food in proper local pub, dont be surprised if you get offered freshly caught game here.
8 locals recommend
Bodiam
Stunning Castle with great walks.
Tip do not use the local pubs for lunch better can found with a bit of effort.
The Curlew - Bodiam. One Michelin Star does not have to be expensive especially at lunchtimes. Treat yourselves.
The White Dog Inn - Bodiam
Salehurst Halt - Robertsbridge. Great Food in proper local pub, dont be surprised if you get offered freshly caught game here.
Quaint little town just down the coast from No83. In the centre, cobbled lanes like Mermaid Street are lined with medieval, half-timbered houses. The redbrick Lamb House was once owned by writer Henry James. Nearby, the tower of the Norman St. Mary’s Church overlooks the town. On a clear day climb up on the roof for great views. The 14th-century Ypres Tower, which formed part of Rye’s defenses, is now Rye Castle Museum, with paintings and displays on local history.
Ypres Inn (Wipers) is a great pub if you can find it.
The Waterworks highly recommended bar in centre of town.
Market on Thursdays (Not Great)
Scallop Festival February.
388 locals recommend
Rye
Quaint little town just down the coast from No83. In the centre, cobbled lanes like Mermaid Street are lined with medieval, half-timbered houses. The redbrick Lamb House was once owned by writer Henry James. Nearby, the tower of the Norman St. Mary’s Church overlooks the town. On a clear day climb up on the roof for great views. The 14th-century Ypres Tower, which formed part of Rye’s defenses, is now Rye Castle Museum, with paintings and displays on local history.
Ypres Inn (Wipers) is a great pub if you can find it.
The Waterworks highly recommended bar in centre of town.
Market on Thursdays (Not Great)
Scallop Festival February.
Bewl Water is the largest stretch of open water in the South East. Bewl Water offers a fantastic range of leisure and recreational activities.
Bewl Water offers a fantastic range of leisure and recreational activities, including fishing, cycling and boating, on and around the reservoir with a visitors’ centre, conference venue, restaurant and café on the shoreline
168 locals recommend
Bewl Water
Bewlbridge LaneBewl Water is the largest stretch of open water in the South East. Bewl Water offers a fantastic range of leisure and recreational activities.
Bewl Water offers a fantastic range of leisure and recreational activities, including fishing, cycling and boating, on and around the reservoir with a visitors’ centre, conference venue, restaurant and café on the shoreline
Smugglers Adventure is an underground network or ancient caves and caverns, filled with secret tunnels that were once used by the smugglers of Hastings – using these hidden caves and passageways to store and organise illegally traded goods from across the seas.
This experience is underground and is therefore all undercover, however it can be both cold and dark. We have atmospheric lighting and lots of life life sculptures to bring this experience to life!
We also have a shop so you can take away some smuggling memorabilia!
57 locals recommend
Smugglers Adventure
Smugglers Adventure is an underground network or ancient caves and caverns, filled with secret tunnels that were once used by the smugglers of Hastings – using these hidden caves and passageways to store and organise illegally traded goods from across the seas.
This experience is underground and is therefore all undercover, however it can be both cold and dark. We have atmospheric lighting and lots of life life sculptures to bring this experience to life!
We also have a shop so you can take away some smuggling memorabilia!
Situated on the scenic hilltop is the Hastings Castle ruin. It holds a wealth of history, including the very influential and well remembered battle of Hastings 1066.
This is an outdoor attraction located on West Hill overlooking the Hastings Old Town and seafront.
83 locals recommend
Hastings Castle
Castle Hill RoadSituated on the scenic hilltop is the Hastings Castle ruin. It holds a wealth of history, including the very influential and well remembered battle of Hastings 1066.
This is an outdoor attraction located on West Hill overlooking the Hastings Old Town and seafront.
Teeming with marine life, Hastings Aquarium is home to hundreds of different species from across the World’s waters. Head through the underwater tunnel and admire colourful fish swimming over your head! Its beautifully themed and filled with a huge variety of shapes and sizes – we even have a collection of reptiles!
All indoors and with a shop and café onsite, we’re the perfect all-weather attraction!
All the information you’ll need about Hastings Aquarium is on the aquarium’s website.
39 locals recommend
Blue Reef Aquarium
Rock-a-Nore RoadTeeming with marine life, Hastings Aquarium is home to hundreds of different species from across the World’s waters. Head through the underwater tunnel and admire colourful fish swimming over your head! Its beautifully themed and filled with a huge variety of shapes and sizes – we even have a collection of reptiles!
All indoors and with a shop and café onsite, we’re the perfect all-weather attraction!
All the information you’ll need about Hastings Aquarium is on the aquarium’s website.
The West Hill Lift retains its original wooden Victorian coaches, and also runs through a tunnel, very unusual for a funicular.
The lift's charming lower station is in traffic-free George Street which is full of continental-style cafés, art shops and bookshops.
The West Hill itself offers some of the town's most remarkable views, stretching round to Beachy Head in the west and out across the Channel, the busiest sea lane on the world. Better still, you can enjoy these sights from inside the West Hill Café which is open throughout the Summer and offers a wide range of drinks and meals.
Legacy of the Railway
The United Kingdom's steepest funicular railway is not only a structure of national importance but also a source of immense local pride.
It casts a welcoming shadow over Europe's largest beach launched fishing fleet and provides thousands of residents and visitors easy access to the Hastings Country Park and some of the most spectacular vantage points over the town.
It's become an enduring symbol of the unique charm and character of Hastings, a symbol powerful and true enough to withstand two world wars and the fast-changing tides of a turbulent century.
The lift's charming lower station is in traffic-free George Street which is full of continental-style cafés, artshops and bookshops.
The West Hill itself offers some of the town's most remarkable views, stretching round to Beachy Head in the west and out across the Channel, the busiest sea lane on the world. It was on this hilltop that Hastings resident John Logie Baird, the inventor of television, made his first radar experiments.
Better still, you can enjoy these sights from inside the West Hill Café which is open throughout the Summer and offers a wide range of drinks and meals.
20 locals recommend
West Hill Lift Funicular Railway
43 George StThe West Hill Lift retains its original wooden Victorian coaches, and also runs through a tunnel, very unusual for a funicular.
The lift's charming lower station is in traffic-free George Street which is full of continental-style cafés, art shops and bookshops.
The West Hill itself offers some of the town's most remarkable views, stretching round to Beachy Head in the west and out across the Channel, the busiest sea lane on the world. Better still, you can enjoy these sights from inside the West Hill Café which is open throughout the Summer and offers a wide range of drinks and meals.
Legacy of the Railway
The United Kingdom's steepest funicular railway is not only a structure of national importance but also a source of immense local pride.
It casts a welcoming shadow over Europe's largest beach launched fishing fleet and provides thousands of residents and visitors easy access to the Hastings Country Park and some of the most spectacular vantage points over the town.
It's become an enduring symbol of the unique charm and character of Hastings, a symbol powerful and true enough to withstand two world wars and the fast-changing tides of a turbulent century.
The lift's charming lower station is in traffic-free George Street which is full of continental-style cafés, artshops and bookshops.
The West Hill itself offers some of the town's most remarkable views, stretching round to Beachy Head in the west and out across the Channel, the busiest sea lane on the world. It was on this hilltop that Hastings resident John Logie Baird, the inventor of television, made his first radar experiments.
Better still, you can enjoy these sights from inside the West Hill Café which is open throughout the Summer and offers a wide range of drinks and meals.
The United Kingdom's steepest funicular railway is not only a structure of national importance but also a source of immense local pride.
The East Hill Lift provides access to Hastings Country Park which overlooks the Old Town and Rock-a-Nore. It was in the country park that Hastings resident John Logie Baird, the inventor of television, got the inspiration which led to his first TV experiments.
The lift provides views over the Stade, home to the largest beach launched fishing fleet in Europe.
Legacy of the Railway
The United Kingdom's steepest funicular railway is not only a structure of national importance but also a source of immense local pride.
It casts a welcoming shadow over Europe's largest beach launched fishing fleet and provides thousands of residents and visitors easy access to the Hastings Country Park and some of the most spectacular vantage points over the town.
It's become an enduring symbol of the unique charm and character of Hastings, a symbol powerful and true enough to withstand two world wars and the fast-changing tides of a turbulent century.
Planning of the Railway
This was fraught with unexpected pitfalls and seemingly insurmountable problems.
Although the town's council successfully bought the land, the original owner, the Reverend Sayer-Milward, had retained a covenant through which he could prevent any construction work.
This setback was quickly compounded by the submission of a major petition from people at High Wickham protesting against any proposed development.
The Council responded with a petition of its own in which 500 residents offered their support for the idea of a cliff railway. This created the impetus for a series of complex negotiations with Sayer-Milward which, after many arduous months, concluded with him granting approval in 1898.
Construction of the Railway
If the Council had found the planning process to be tough, it was nothing compared to the nightmare of the actual construction.
Deep faults in the rocks made it extremely difficult to safely evacuate the shaft and construction workers faced all manner of hidden hazards and perils.
In the Summer of 1902 the opening of the railway had to be delayed because one of the carriages (containing several Council officials) was derailed just fifteen yards from its apex.
Despite all of this, on August 10 1902, the railway finally opened and the first chapter of a one hundred year story had been written.
11 locals recommend
East Hill Lift Lower Station
Rock-a-Nore RoadThe United Kingdom's steepest funicular railway is not only a structure of national importance but also a source of immense local pride.
The East Hill Lift provides access to Hastings Country Park which overlooks the Old Town and Rock-a-Nore. It was in the country park that Hastings resident John Logie Baird, the inventor of television, got the inspiration which led to his first TV experiments.
The lift provides views over the Stade, home to the largest beach launched fishing fleet in Europe.
Legacy of the Railway
The United Kingdom's steepest funicular railway is not only a structure of national importance but also a source of immense local pride.
It casts a welcoming shadow over Europe's largest beach launched fishing fleet and provides thousands of residents and visitors easy access to the Hastings Country Park and some of the most spectacular vantage points over the town.
It's become an enduring symbol of the unique charm and character of Hastings, a symbol powerful and true enough to withstand two world wars and the fast-changing tides of a turbulent century.
Planning of the Railway
This was fraught with unexpected pitfalls and seemingly insurmountable problems.
Although the town's council successfully bought the land, the original owner, the Reverend Sayer-Milward, had retained a covenant through which he could prevent any construction work.
This setback was quickly compounded by the submission of a major petition from people at High Wickham protesting against any proposed development.
The Council responded with a petition of its own in which 500 residents offered their support for the idea of a cliff railway. This created the impetus for a series of complex negotiations with Sayer-Milward which, after many arduous months, concluded with him granting approval in 1898.
Construction of the Railway
If the Council had found the planning process to be tough, it was nothing compared to the nightmare of the actual construction.
Deep faults in the rocks made it extremely difficult to safely evacuate the shaft and construction workers faced all manner of hidden hazards and perils.
In the Summer of 1902 the opening of the railway had to be delayed because one of the carriages (containing several Council officials) was derailed just fifteen yards from its apex.
Despite all of this, on August 10 1902, the railway finally opened and the first chapter of a one hundred year story had been written.
Enjoy walking the cliff tops with stunning views over the English Channel. Beachy Head, Birlling Gap and Cuckmere Haven are all good starting points. For a quiet high quality meal away from the crowds try the Six Crowns in Jevington village.
South Downs National Park
North StreetEnjoy walking the cliff tops with stunning views over the English Channel. Beachy Head, Birlling Gap and Cuckmere Haven are all good starting points. For a quiet high quality meal away from the crowds try the Six Crowns in Jevington village.
Nightlife
Various shows through the year. Some of the stars even stay with us.
36 locals recommend
White Rock Theatre
White RockVarious shows through the year. Some of the stars even stay with us.
Neighborhoods
Trendy modern neighborhood in Hastings, Loads of quirky and modern cafes and bars. No83 is perfectly located within easy walking distance of the sea.
38 locals recommend
Saint Leonards
Trendy modern neighborhood in Hastings, Loads of quirky and modern cafes and bars. No83 is perfectly located within easy walking distance of the sea.
Set between two cliffs serviced by funicular railways, charming Hastings Old Town blends an old-school seaside vibe with Tudor styling and a lively arts scene. Tourists are drawn to Hastings Fishermen's Museum, the Bluereef Aquarium and a seafront funfair, plus a shingle beach featuring tall, wooden fishermen's huts. George Street is lined with quaint shops and lively pubs, while High Street is home to art galleries
111 locals recommend
Hastings Old Town
Set between two cliffs serviced by funicular railways, charming Hastings Old Town blends an old-school seaside vibe with Tudor styling and a lively arts scene. Tourists are drawn to Hastings Fishermen's Museum, the Bluereef Aquarium and a seafront funfair, plus a shingle beach featuring tall, wooden fishermen's huts. George Street is lined with quaint shops and lively pubs, while High Street is home to art galleries
St Leonards On Sea
Sport
Source BMX
White RockThe biggest indoor BMX park in the country. Just go watch the youth.
Pubs and Bars
Dragon Bar
71 George StGreat little bar with good food.
The Nags Head
8-9 Gensing RdReal Pub with real beer. CAMRA Listed.
A short stagger from No83
Great British Pub with regular live music, get in early if you want a seat or table this place can get really busy.
30 locals recommend
First In Last Out
14-15 High StreetGreat British Pub with regular live music, get in early if you want a seat or table this place can get really busy.
A True hidden gem, Tucked away from road and tricky to find this pub between Hastings and Rye has a great beer garden with huge vistas. It serves real beer and great pub food in a traditional British public house setting. Make the effort on a summer lunchtime or evening you wont be disapointed.
22 locals recommend
The Queens Head
Parsonage LaneA True hidden gem, Tucked away from road and tricky to find this pub between Hastings and Rye has a great beer garden with huge vistas. It serves real beer and great pub food in a traditional British public house setting. Make the effort on a summer lunchtime or evening you wont be disapointed.
The Horse & Groom
4 MercatoriaGood basic pub with good beer. Short stagger from No83.
Beautiful building, good beer and quality pub food. In heart of old town. Reasonable prices.
11 locals recommend
Ye Olde Pumphouse
64 George StBeautiful building, good beer and quality pub food. In heart of old town. Reasonable prices.
Great place for a drink if you are shopping in the town centre. Just a few steps from Primark!!
The Seadog
Great place for a drink if you are shopping in the town centre. Just a few steps from Primark!!
Travel
Arrive by train and its a short walk to No83. its uphill but there are no Steps.
14 locals recommend
Hastings station
Station ApproachArrive by train and its a short walk to No83. its uphill but there are no Steps.