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   Hastings (/ ˈ h eɪ s t ɪ ŋ z / HAY-stings) is a seaside town and borough in East Sussex on the south coast of England, 24 mi (39 km) east of Lewes and 53 mi (85 km) south east of London. The town gives its name to the Battle of Hastings , which took place 8 mi (13 km) to the north-west at Senlac Hill in 1066.

   • Area: 11.47 sq mi (29.72 km²)
   • Ceremonial county: East Sussex

   • Area code: 01424
   • Region: South East England

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   • Hastings Old Town. The wonderfully quaint old quarter, in Hastings’ easternmost valley follows a cosy Medieval layout and has remnants of a wall raised in the 14th century during the 100 Years’ War.
   • Battle Abbey. A journey that needs to b made if you want to tap into the history of Hastings, Battle Abbey is a 15-minute drive or train ride. A partial ruin, this Benedictine abbey was erected on the site of the Battle of Hastings in 1070 by the Normans as penance for the slaughter that took place in their conquest of England.
   • Alexandra Park. Meandering out to Hastings’ suburbs from the town centre, the 109-acre Alexandra Park has a linear design laid out in the 1870s by Robert Marnock, one of the leading landscapers of the day.
   • Hastings Country Park. A great thing about Hastings is that you can depart on foot and be in protected countryside within minutes. The Hastings Country Park is at the southernmost point of the High Weald Area of Natural Beauty, and has 660 acres of ancient woodland, cliffs and heathland.

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   A symbol of the unique charm and character of Hastings, a trip on the East Cliff or West Cliff railway is a must on a visit a Hastings. Visit Hastings Castle or Hastings Country Park – an area of outstanding natural beauty and site of special scientific interest.

4. www.tripadvisor.com › Attractions-g186274THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Hastings - Tripadvisor

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   Feb 28, 2024 · Things to Do in Hastings, England: See Tripadvisor's 89,532 traveler reviews and photos of Hastings tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in May. We have reviews of the best places to see in Hastings. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.

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6. www.tripadvisor.com › Tourism-g186274-HastingsHastings, England: All You Must Know Before You Go (2024 ...

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   Gazing over the English Channel, Hastings mixes black-tarred fishing huts with pebbly shores, Victorian architecture, and artsy shops that together draw boho travelers and families in search of seaside vacations. With a maritime museum, castle ruins, and a notable battle site, it’s also rich in history.

7. www.visit1066country.com › destinations › hastingsHastings in East Sussex - Visit 1066 Country

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   Find out more below about the history of Hastings, things to do in Hastings, what's on in Hastings, where to stay in Hastings and where to eat in Hastings.

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   What county is Hastings in?

   • Hastings, borough (district), administrative county of East Sussex, historic county of Sussex, England. The old port of Hastings, premier among the medieval Cinque Ports, was developed in modern times as a seaside resort. Prehistoric earthworks and the ruins of a medieval castle crown Castle Hill,

   Hastings | England, Map, History, & Population | Britannica

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   Was Hastings a medieval town?

   • The Normans made Hastings one of the Cinque Ports responsible for England's maritime defence, but in the late Middle Ages its harbour was swept away by the sea. The town grew from its medieval origins into a Victorian seaside resort, and the majority of the towns architecture dates from this period.

   Hastings (England) – Travel guide at Wikivoyage

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   Where is Hastings Old Town?

   • Hastings Old Town is in a sheltered valley between the East Hill and West Hill (on which the remains of the Castle stand). In Victorian times and later the town has spread westwards and northwards, and now forms a single urban centre with the more suburban area of St Leonards-on-Sea to the west.

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   How did Hastings get its name?

   • The town gives its name to the Battle of Hastings, which took place 8 mi (13 km) to the north-west at Senlac Hill in 1066. It later became one of the medieval Cinque Ports. In the 19th century, it was a popular seaside resort, as the railway allowed tourists and visitors to reach the town.

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9. en.wikivoyage.org › wiki › Hastings_(England)Hastings (England) – Travel guide at Wikivoyage

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   Hastings is a seaside town in East Sussex in southeast England. It's run down, but has budget accommodation and several sites of interest. Hastings is most famous for the battle that took place there in 1066 between King Harold's English and William the Conqueror's Normans.