Elegant Eastbourne
Eastbourne is both a classic and modern English seaside town.
Book NowFrom one of the finest examples of a Victorian pier, to a world class marina and popular beaches, Eastbourne is both a classic and modern English seaside town. This is the perfect break if you’re looking to get away from it all, and a visit to Herstmonceux Castle & Gardens are too good to miss!
At a Glance
Entry into Herstmonceux Castle Estate and Gardens
Free time at Teapot Island and Tenterden
Free time in Lewes, Brighton, Eastbourne and Hastings
G&K Shared Tour
We have been working behind the scenes with Galloway to be able to offer you an even wider range of UK and Continental Holidays, this enables us to offer you more choice and some exciting NEW destinations. As these Holidays will be offered by both companies, we encourage you to book early to avoid disappointment.
Day 1
Travel to the south coast today stopping at Teapot Island, near Yalding along the River Medway for a morning refreshment stop. The cafeteria offers a wide range of refreshments and you will have the opportunity to visit the Teapot Expedition boasting approx. 6,700 teapots from extraordinary to exquisite (price not included, approx. £3pp). Afterwards we continue to Battle for free time and lunch to be obtained. Battle is historical, cultural and elegantly charming. This town grew up around Battle Abbey and takes its name from the famous battle between England's would be rulers William Duke of Normandy and the Saxon King Harold. Afterwards we continue to our hotel in time to freshen up before our evening meal.
DDay 2
After breakfast we visit the impressive town of Lewes, nestled amongst the beautiful South Downs. The town is steeped in history and heritage. Enjoy some time at leisure before continuing to Brighton. Perhaps you'll visit the Royal Pavilion (entrance not included), an exotic palace with a colourful history, or Brighton's historic quarter, which has an extraordinary mix of shops. There are plenty of restaurants and cafés to choose from so lunch can be purchased. Take a walk along Brighton Palace Pier where you can purchase fish and chips or just admire the views.
B, DDay 3
Today we have a day at leisure in Eastbourne. Enjoy a walk through the town, visit the pier or take a stroll along the beach.
B, DDay 4
Travel to Hastings this morning along the coastal road via Pevensey and Bexhill. Take a stroll along the harbour, wander around the shops or visit the museums. Afterwards we visit Herstmonceux Castle Estate, renowned for its magnificent moated castle, set in beautiful parkland and superb Elizabethan gardens. Opportunity to purchase afternoon tea before returning to hotel.
B, DDay 5
Return to home area stopping in Tenterden, known as the 'Jewel of the Weald' for free time and lunch to be obtained. Opportunity to browse the many wide range of shops including many antique, crafts and book shops.
BB=Breakfast Included, D=Evening Meal Included
BEST WESTERN YORK HOUSE HOTEL, EASTBOURNE ***
This family-run hotel enjoys a relaxed, laid-back seafront location, just 20 yards from the sea and a few hundred yards from the pier. It also boasts an indoor swimming pool and bar area.
En-suite, Ground floor rooms, Lift, Restaurant, Bar, Pool, Wi-Fi, Hairdryer, Telephone, TV, Tea/coffee
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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address | Contact Details |
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| Ardleigh Crown | Ardleigh Crown Public House | |
| Bramford, Angel PH | Bramford, Angel Public House | |
| Brentwood George & Dragon | George & Dragon PH, Roman Road, Mountnessing (B1002) CM15 0TZ | |
| Bury St Edmunds Bus Stn | Bury St Edmunds, Bus Station, Stand 9 | |
| Capel St Mary (South) | Capel St Mary National Express Stop Southbound Setdown Point: Capel St Mary White Horse Pub | |
| Chelmsford Services | Chelmsford Springfield Services Lorry Park (Off A12) | |
| Claydon Crown | Claydon Crown Public House Lay By | |
| Colchester North Rail Stn | Colchester North Rail Station | |
| Combs Bus Shelter | Combs Bus Shelter, Ipswich Road (Opp. Esso Garage) | |
| Copdock - Tescos | Copdock Mill, Tesco Superstore Front Exit Bus Stop | |
| Debenham Angel | Debenham Angel Public House | |
| Diss Bus Station | Diss Bus Station | |
| Eye Town Hall | Eye Town Hall | |
| Felixstowe Coach Park | Felixstowe Coach Park, Garrison Lane, Felixstowe, IP11 7SJ | |
| Felixstowe Gt Eastern Sq | Felixstowe Great Eastern Square | |
| Ipswich, West End Rd | Ipswich,West End Road Car Park | |
| Kelvedon - The Tavern | Kelvedon The Tavern, High Street/Station Road | |
| Long Stratton | Long Stratton Police Station | |
| Mendlesham Kings Head | Mendlesham, Kings Head Public House, | |
| Mendlesham, Denters Hill | Mendlesham, Denters Hill | |
| Needham Market - Swan | Needham Market, Swan Public House, | |
| Norwich - Castle Meadow | Norwich, Castle Meadow,(Outside Galloway Office) | |
| Redenhall/Station Road | Junction of Redenhall Road/Station Road Harleston (Old Duke William PH) IP20 0LB | |
| Scole - Scole Engineering | Outside Scole Engineering Garage, Scole | |
| Sproughton | Sproughton, Wild Man Public House | |
| Stowmarket Railway Stn. | Stowmarket Railway Station. | |
| Stowupland Dents Corner | Stowupland, Dents Corner, | |
| Tollgate McDonalds | Stanway, Mc Donalds Bus Stop, Tollgate, CO3 8RG | |
| Witham Old Post Office | Witham Old Post Bus Stop - Sorting Office (NOT McColls Store) | |
| Woolpit Church | Woolpit Church |
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