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1066 Battle of Hastings - Abbey and Battlefield
Everyone knows at least one date in English history – 1066, the year the invading Normans defeated the English at the Battle of Hastings. In fact the conflict took place some 7 miles north of Hastings, at a place then called Senlac. Here, William the Conqueror later founded ‘Battle’ Abbey to commemorate the event and on the site...
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Booth Museum of Natural History - Brighton
Over half a million specimens, natural history literature and data, extending back over three centuries are housed in this fascinating museum. It was the creation of the Victorian ornithologist Edward Booth (1840-1890) who built it in the garden of his house in 1874, to house his collection of stuffed British birds. Each bird is an outstanding...
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Brighton Wheel
Visit the Brighton Wheel for stunning, panoramic views of the city's famous landmarks and coastline - and fascinating commentary of Brighton and Hove's heritage. Opening times 10am till 9pm Sun to Thu 10am till 11pm Fri & Sat 7 days a week Ticket prices (10% off when you book online) Adult: £8 Onsite / £7.20 Online -...
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Hove Museum and Art Gallery - Hove
Step into a world of toys, cinema, local history, and fine art. Hove Museum & Art Gallery also boasts one of the finest craft collections in the country, and is an oasis of learning and enjoyment for everyone. Opening times Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10am-5pm Sunday 2-5pm Closed Wednesdays ...
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Jill Windmill
Our Society has fully restored and now maintains Jill Windmill, a 19th century corn windmill located at Clayton, West Sussex in the United Kingdom. A traditional working corn windmill in the South Downs National Park. The earliest reference to a windmill on the present site is from September 1765 when an indenture was made between Viscount...
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Lewes Castle & Barbican House Museum
At Lewes Castle and Barbican House Museum you can: Climb to the top of the Castle Keep, and look out for miles accross Sussex Fire a crossbow, build an arrowslit, dress up as a Lady or Knight Watch a film about the history of Lewes See the Lewes Town Model Lewes Castle & Barbican House Museum Opening Times Open...
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Newhaven Fort
An award-winning attraction and a fine example of an English fortification, Newhaven Fort has the sights, sounds - even the smells - of the period, all found in a range of exhibitions and audio-visual presentations. Offering the perfect family day out, there is so much to explore...
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Toy and Model Museum - Brighton
The Brighton Toy and Model Museum is is a treasure trove of Toys and Models that extends over four thousand square feet of floorspace, through four of the Early Victorian arches supporting Brighton Railway Station's forecourt. Founded in 1991, it has over ten thousand toys and models in its catalogue, including priceless...
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Educational attractions for all ages of kids and adults too can be found here in Brighton & Hove.
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