Attractions in South East England
Attractions in South East England, such as Battle Abbey and Bluebell Railway are listed below. South East England has something to offer all ages whether it's for a short break or a longer stay. The stunning scenery, historical sites and beautiful sea bordered countryside make this an ideal setting for exploring by foot or car. For the shopping addicts, there are plentiful shopping centres, boutiques and designer outlets.
Battle Abbey
Battle, East Sussex
Battle Abbey was founded around 1070 by William the Conqueror, on the site of the Battle of Hastings. The best-preserved and most impressive part of the... more
Bluebell Railway
Sheffield Park Station, Uckfield, East Sussex
Bluebell Railway, volunteer run, was the UK´s first preserved standard gauge passenger railway, when it reopened part of the Lewes to East Grinstead line of the... more
Newhaven Fort
Fort Road, Newhaven, East Sussex
Newhaven Fort offers an exciting and varied day out at this award winning attraction. The massive walls, ramparts, tunnels and gun emplacements all fire the imagination... more
Planet Earth Museum & Sussex History Trail
Paradise Park, Avis Road, Newhaven, East Sussex
Planet Earth Museum & Sussex History Trail is one of the finest museums of its type in the country with life size moving dinosaurs and interactive... more
Royal Pavilion
4/5 Pavilion Buildings, Brighton, East Sussex
The Royal Pavilion, the famous seaside palace of King George IV, is one of the most exotically beautiful buildings in the British Isles. Originally a simple... more
Sussex Archaeological Society
Bull House, 92 High Street, Lewes, East Sussex
Sussex Archaeological Society, or Sussex Past for short, has several fascinating properties open to the to the public, including Anne of Cleves House, Fishbourne Roman Palace,... more
Chartwell
Westerham, Kent
Chartwell was the family home of Sir Winston Churchill from 1924. The rooms are kept as they were during his lifetime and offer an insight into... more
Chislehurst Caves
Caveside Close, Chislehurst, Kent
Chislehurst Caves: Miles of Mystery and History Beneath your Feet! Grab a lantern and get ready for an amazing adventure! Just a short way from central... more
Dickens World
Leviatham Way, Chatham Maritime, Chatham, Kent
Dickens World is a new themed attraction based upon the life, times, books and characters of Charles Dickens.... more
Dover Castle
Dover, Kent
For over 2000 years, the site of Dover Castle has protected the stretch of English coast closest to Europe. From the Iron Age to the Atomic... more
Hever Castle & Gardens
Edenbridge, Kent
Hever Castle, a romantic 13th century moated castle, was the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, Henry VIII´s second wife - inside there are prayer books signed... more
The Historic Dockyard
Chatham, Kent
The Historic Dockyard set in a stunning 80 acre estate will excite and entertain you - whatever your age! Explore the world´s most complete dockyard of... more
Lamberhurst Vineyard
Stenoak House, The Down, Lamberhurst, Kent
Lamberhurst Vineyards is set in the heart of the beautiful Kent countryside. Visit the well stocked gift shop or sample the wines and liquers before you... more
Leeds Castle
Maidstone, Kent
Leeds Castle, known as `the loveliest castle in the world´ and is listed in the Doomesday Book. Rising from two islands in the centre of a... more
Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Railway
New Romney, Kent
The Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway first opened to traffic in July 1927 as the `World´s Smallest Public Railway´ and now covers a distance of 13.5... more
The Royal National Lifeboat Collection
The Historic Dockyard, Chatham, Kent
Housed in an 1848 covered slip, Lifeboat! Displays 17 history-making boats many of which were medal winners for bravery. From pulling-sailing lifeboats to the ´Blue Peter´... more
Chessington World of Adventures
Chessington, Surrey
Chessington World of Adventures makes a great day out for all the family, with so much to excite the senses and feed the imagination. In Animal... more
Guildford Cathedral
Stag Hill, Guildford, Surrey
Guildford Cathedral is an imposing landmark from its commanding position on Stag Hill, so named because the Kings of England used to hunt there.The interior is... more
Thorpe Park
Staines Road, Chertsey, Surrey
At Thorpe Park, try the intense, exhilarating, disorientating rollercoaster Nemesis Inferno or Colossus the world´s first 10-looping rollercoaster. Tidal Wave, one of Europes highest water drop... more
Arundel Castle
Arundel, West Sussex
The medieval Arundel Castle, dating back to the Norman Conquest has been and is the home of the Dukes of Norfolk and Earls of Arundel. There... more