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Things to see in Alfriston (United Kingdom): 63 places and when to go
Alfriston is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 63 places in and around it, mainly History (19), Nature (10), Museums and art (10). The best known are Beachy Head, Seven Sisters, East Sussex and Pevensey Castle. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 15 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 45. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 50.8109, 0.1485
- Places
- 63 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (19) · Nature (10) · Museums and art (10) · Temples (9) · Food and drink (7) · Architecture (6)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- LGW London, 44 km as the crow flies
What to see in Alfriston
The places in and around Alfriston, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Beachy HeadChalk headland in East Sussex, England11 km
- Seven Sisters, East SussexSeries of chalk cliffs by the English Channel6.8 km
- Pevensey CastleMedieval castle in a former Roman fort at Pevensey in East Sussex, England, UK13 km
- Long Man of WilmingtonHill figure on Windover Hill near Wilmington, Sussex, England, UK2.8 km
- Lewes CastleGrade I listed ruins in Lewes, United Kingdom12 km
- Charleston FarmhouseHistoric house museum4.2 km
- Anderitum3rd century Roman fort in the province of Britannia13 km
- Beachy Head LighthouseLighthouse at Eastbourne, East Sussex, England, UK11 km
- Lewes PrioryGrade I listed ruins in Lewes, East Sussex, England, UK12 km
- Firle BeaconHill in East Sussex, England, UK3.8 km
- Newhaven FortVictorian fort in Newhaven, East Sussex, England, UK7.3 km
- St Andrew's Church, AlfristonChurch in Alfriston, East Sussex, England, UK829 m
- St Mary and St Peter's Church, WilmingtonChurch in Wilmington, East Sussex, England, UK3.1 km
- Mount CaburnHillfort in East Sussex, England, UK8.9 km
- Alfriston Clergy HouseHistoric house in East Sussex, England, UK842 m
- Anne of Cleves HouseGrade I listed historic house museum in Lewes, Lewes, East Sussex, England, UK12 km
- Barbican HouseHouse museum next to Lewes castle, East Sussex, England, UK12 km
- Central Methodist Church, EastbourneGrade II listed church in Eastbourne, East Sussex, England, UK11 km
- Drusillas Zoo ParkZoo in East Sussex, England1.9 km
- Glynde PlaceGrade I listed country house in Glynde, East Sussex, England, UK8.3 km
- Our Lady of Ransom Church, EastbourneChurch building in Eastbourne, East Sussex, England, UK10 km
- Eastbourne RedoubtCircular coastal defence fort at Eastbourne, East Sussex, England, UK11 km
- Russian Memorial, LewesMemorial in Lewes, East Sussex, England, UK12 km
- St George's Church, PolegateChurch in Polegate, East Sussex, England6.7 km
And the other 39, by what you come to do:
- Temples: Church of St John sub Castro, Lewes, St Nicolas Church, Pevensey, Church of St Peter ad Vincula, Folkington
- Museums and art: Bentley Wildfowl and Motor Museum, Farleys House, Pevensey Court House, Ovenden's Mill, Polegate, Towner Eastbourne
- History: Chailey Heritage Marine Hospital, Firle Place, Seaford Museum, St Saviour's Church, Eastbourne, Belle Tout Lighthouse, Chalk Farm Hotel, Wish Tower
- Nature: Cliffe Hill, Combe Hill, East Sussex, Railway Land, Lewes, Lullington Heath, Malling Down, Itford Hill
- Architecture: Stone Cross Windmill, Newhaven East Pier Light
- Hiking: 1066 Country Walk - South Downs Link, King Charles III England Coast Path: Shoreham to Eastbourne, South Downs Way (Inland Route)
- Food and drink: Beak Brewery, Burning Sky Brewery, Gun Brewery, Harvey's Brewery, Long Man Brewery, Old Tree Brewery, Rathfinny Wine Estate
- With kids: Blackberry Farm Park, Knockhatch Adventure Park, Treasure Island & Adventure Golf
- Diving: City of Brisbane, Clan Macmillan, Newhaven Scuba Center
When to go to Alfriston
The best time to visit Alfriston is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not8:12
- FebPossible9:45
- MarPossible11:32
- AprBest time13:34
- MayBest time15:17
- JunBest time16:15
- JulBest time15:51
- AugBest time14:20
- SepBest time12:22
- OctPossible10:24
- NovBetter not8:38
- DecPossible7:45
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 15 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 45. In June, 63 of the 63 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Alfriston
The nearest main airport is London Gatwick Airport (LGW, London), 44 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Alfriston?
The best known: Beachy Head, Seven Sisters, East Sussex, Pevensey Castle, Long Man of Wilmington, Lewes Castle. In all, 63 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Alfriston?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 15 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 45.
How do you get to Alfriston?
The nearest main airport is London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 44 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Alfriston as the destination and these 63 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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