What to see and do – Little Marshfoot Self Catering

Interested in History?

There are so many castles in the area, including:

Battle Abbey
Pevensey Castle
Lewes Castle
Bodiam
Arundel
Newhaven Fort

and historic houses:

Firle Place
Michelham Priory
Glynde Place
Ann of Cleves House
Brighton Pavilion

Pre-History

Neolithic Barrows are to be found regularly on the Downs, including

Mount Caburn nr Lewes
Firle Beacon
Long Man at Wilmington

There is an ancient tale that tells of the giant Gill who lived on Mount Caburn, who from Firle Beacon threw rocks at the giant at Wilmington. What we know and see as the Long Man on the Downs at Wilmington, is the place where the giant was felled.

And if you are interested in Fossil hunting, you have fantastic resources around the chalk coast at Eastbourne. For more information follow this link: http://www.discoveringfossils.co.uk/locations_se.htm

For the More Active

How about Hang Gliding over the Downs at Glynde?
Beachy Head Marathon (or Half Marathon) in October, one of the most challenging routes taking in stunning scenery
Eastbourne Half Marathon in March
Mountain Biking on the Downs or through Friston forest – Bike Hire available at Exceat
Canoeing at Exceat
Walking along the South Downs Way start at any point from Eastbourne westwards
Eastbourne Walking Festival in September

Cycle Rides

The location of Little Marshfoot is ideal for cyclists, as there is easy access to the Pevensey Levels which are flat and more or less free from traffic.

Alternatively the Cuckoo Trail which is completely traffic free is only half a mile away.

Those who may prefer a more challenging ride can travel north out of Hailsham and climb up onto the High Weald, travelling through unspoilt villages.

Walking

Walk across the Pevensey Levels, along the South Downs Way or through the ancient forests of the High Weald – there are so many beautiful places to visit, and other than on Sundays or Bank Holidays you find yourself very much away from anyone and everyone.