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Experience the best of Kent and East Sussex in one unforgettable day. Castles, Cliffs and Coastal Charms visits the romantic moated Hever Castle (Anne Boleyn’s childhood home), the historic 1066 battlefield and Battle Abbey (Hastings), and the windswept beauty of Rye Harbour Nature Reserve. Travel in comfort with a small-group and expert guides, enjoy priority access where available, and discover a mix of Tudor romance, medieval history and coastal wildlife — all on one seamless day out.
Guests can expect: a richly paced day with guided castle highlights, battlefield interpretation and visitor center exhibits, gentle cliff-top or reserve walks, wildlife hides and charming coastal villages for a relaxed lunch or tea.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The nearest London Underground (Metro) Station is West Brompton which serves both the District Line (Green) and Mildmay Line (Light Blue). It is a 6-minute walk from the station to our Meeting Point. You will find our minibus waiting near one of the bus stands.
Itinerary
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1Hever Castle & Gardens
Begin at Hever Castle, the childhood home of Anne Boleyn. Guests can explore the intimate Tudor rooms, wander award-winning formal gardens and enjoy seasonal displays in 125 acres of parkland — from boating on the lake to castle-based family activities and falconry experiences on selected dates. Hever’s gardens and historic rooms make it ideal for photography and leisurely exploration.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
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Lunch of the day with salt air and wildlife at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve. This mosaic of shingle, lagoons and grazing marsh is ideal for gentle cliff-top or shoreline walks, birdwatching from hides and spotting coastal flora and fauna. The Reserve’s Discovery Centre and Lime Kiln Café make a pleasant stop for refreshments, and the area’s accessible hides mean guests of varying mobility can still enjoy wildlife views.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
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Ttep into the story of 1066 at Battle Abbey and the Battlefield — where William the Conqueror’s Norman forces met King Harold’s army. The visitor centre offers interactive displays and an audio tour that brings the conflict to life; visitors can walk the slope lines of the battlefield, see interpretive wooden figures and use the on-site resources to better imagine that pivotal day in English history. The site also often features family activities and exhibitions that add context to the battle’s significance.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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