Hastings and the 1066 Country : Sightseeing Photos

Sightseeing in the 1066 Country

Hastings Pier Traditional Victorian seaside pier, with bustling amusements arcades, discos, pop concerts, wrestling and other events.	Hastings Castle Built by King William I after his conquest of England at the Battle of Hastings. The Visitors Centre tells the story in a dramatic audio-visual presentation. Splendid panoramic views over the town centre and the 4-mile Hastings seafront.	The Old Town, Hastings A fascinating conservation area with fishing harbour and many Tudor houses, antique shops, lively pubs and restaurants.
Battle Abbey Site of the Battle of Hastings in the year 1066, the last invasion of England, when William the Conqueror of Normandy defeated the Anglo-Saxon King Harold.	Bodiam Castle Magnificent late mediæval moated castle, often used as a location for films set in the Middle Ages.	The Ancient Town of Rye Originally an important south-coast port, this beautifully preserved hill town is a mecca for tourists and sightseers.
Hastings Country Park Coastal conservation area with wonderful views of the English Channel.	Hastings Fishing Boats Hastings is one of the last south-coast towns with a thriving fishing community and a fleet of traditional fishing boats, called "luggers". Visit the fascinating Fisherman's Museum and the Shipwreck Heritage Centre. See the live underwater world at the Hastings Sea-Life Centre. Take the funicular East Hill Lift up to the clifftop and Hastings Country Park.	Summer Fireworks over Hastings The weekly fireworks display, held during the summer months, lights up the castle.