Top Wheelchair Friendly Holiday Attractions in East Sussex - what to do, where to go and what to see

Below you will find some great things to do and see in East Sussex that provide good access to wheelchairs. Whether you are looking for some family fun, visit relaxing and peaceful gardens or immerse yourself in the history and culture of East Sussex then take a look at some great ideas below.

And, if you are still looking to book your self catering accommodation we have listed some great East Sussex cottages and apartments close to the attractions and available direct from independent owners and leading holiday operators.

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Battle Abbey and Battlefield, Battle

Wheel chair accessible attractions in East SussexSouth East England

For a memorable family day out in Sussex visit Battle Abbey, set on the site of the 1066 Battle of Hastings. It's an enjoyable way to discover more about the most famous date in English history. There is a children's themed outdoor play area, a battlefield and audio tour of the abbey.


Disabled/Wheelchair Access Pet friendly All weather Sunny days Space for eating own food


Planet Earth Museum and Sussex History Trail, Newhaven

Wheel chair accessible attractions in East SussexSouth East England

Planet Earth Museum & Sussex History Trail is one of the finest museums of its type in the country with life size moving dinosaurs and interactive displays.


Disabled/Wheelchair Access All weather Sunny days Restaurant or cafe Space for eating own food


Paradise Park, Newhaven

Wheel chair accessible attractions in East SussexSouth East England

Discover ‘Planet Earth' for an unforgettable experience. A unique Museum of life, Dinosaur Safari, beautiful water garden with fish and wildfowl, themed gardens and Heritage Trail. Playzone includes crazy gold and adventure play areas.


Disabled/Wheelchair Access All weather Sunny days Restaurant or cafe Space for eating own food


Stoneywish Nature Reserve, Ditchling

Wheel chair accessible attractions in East SussexSouth East England

Within sight of the South Downs and close to the historic village of Ditchling, the 50 acres of Stoneywish offer a magical retreat from the rush of modern living. Here you will find a corner of Sussex countryside as it used to be, meadows, wetlands and woodland full of native flowers and home to a wealth of wildlife, in addition to our own farm animals.


Disabled/Wheelchair Access All weather Sunny days Space for eating own food


Newhaven Fort, Newhaven

Wheel chair accessible attractions in East SussexSouth East England

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.


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Eastbourne Pier, Eastbourne

Wheel chair accessible attractions in East SussexSouth East England

Jutting out into the sea from the middle of Eastbourne Seafront the Pier, built in the 1870's, has much to offer. Camera Obscura is an original 360 degree Victorian projector, the only pier with a fully functioning attraction of this type.


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Brighton Sea Life Centre, Brighton

Wheel chair accessible attractions in East SussexSouth East England

For a fun and educational day out, visit Brighton Sea life Centre. Walk through the Underwater Tunnel, be amazed by the fantastic Ocean Tank and get close up to sharks, rays, giant sea turtles and tropical fish.


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How We Lived Then Museum of Shops, Eastbourne

Wheel chair accessible attractions in East SussexSouth East England

More than 100,000 exhibits of old shops, displays and room sets depicting 100 years of shopping and social history. Stroll through Victorian-styles streets and pay a visit to the grocer, chemist and many more.


Disabled/Wheelchair Access Pet friendly All weather Sunny days


Drusillas Park, Eastbourne

Wheel chair accessible attractions in East SussexSouth East England

Drusillas Park has more that 100 animal species in naturalistic environments including meerkats, otters, monkeys, penguins, bats and lemurs. There is an excellent children's play area.


Disabled/Wheelchair Access All weather Sunny days Restaurant or cafe Space for eating own food


Smugglers Adventure, Hastings

Wheel chair accessible attractions in East SussexSouth East England

A hands-on opportunity to learn more about the secrets of smugglers in a series of spooky caverns and passages. Find out what happened when smugglers got caught and how they were punished.


Disabled/Wheelchair Access All weather Sunny days Space for eating own food


Bateman's, Burwash

Wheel chair accessible attractions in East SussexSouth East England

Surrounded by the wooded landscape of the Sussex Weald, this 17th-century house, with its mullioned windows and oak beams, provided a much needed sanctuary for the world-famous writer Rudyard Kipling. The rooms, described by him as 'untouched and unfaked', remain much as he left them, with oriental rugs and artefacts reflecting his strong association with the East.


Disabled/Wheelchair Access All weather Sunny days Restaurant or cafe Space for eating own food


Bodiam Castle, Bodium

Wheel chair accessible attractions in East SussexSouth East England

One of the most famous and evocative castles in Britain, Bodiam was built in 1385 as both a defence and a comfortable home. The exterior is virtually complete and the ramparts rise dramatically above the moat. Enough of the interior survives to give an impression of castle life.


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Royal Pavilion, Brighton

Wheel chair accessible attractions in East SussexSouth East England

The Royal Pavilion, the famous seaside palace of King George IV, is one of the most exotically beautiful buildings in the British Isles. The magnificent decorations and fantastic furnishings at the Royal Pavilion fill it with astonishing colours and superb craftsmanship.


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Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park

Wheel chair accessible attractions in East SussexSouth East England

The Bluebell Railway is a heritage Steam Railway running through the glorious Sussex countryside. It operates standard-gauge steam trains through nine miles of countryside between Sheffield Park, Horsted Keynes and Kingscote.


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East Sussex Cottage and Self Catering Holidays close to Top Attractions

As you can see, there are plenty of things to keep you fully amused on your time in East Sussex whether you are there with your partner, family or friends. Why not extend your stay in East Sussex further with a self catering short break or cottage holiday? There is a great choice of holiday accommodation available from luxury apartments to holiday cottages and we have some thing suitable whether you are travelling as a couple or a party of 12.

Take a look at a few suggestions East Sussex self catering suggestions below:

Brooks Lodge in Piddinghoe, East Sussex, South East England

Brooks Lodge, Piddinghoe

Self catering in East SussexSouth East England

Brooks Lodge self catering accommodation in Piddinghoe, East Sussex sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Lodge is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Brooks Lodge start from £483 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ...more about Brooks Lodge


Sleeps 4 Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner

Cherrystone Barn in Lewes, East Sussex, South East England

Cherrystone Barn, Lewes

Self catering in East SussexSouth East England

Cherrystone Barn self catering accommodation in Lewes, East Sussex sleeps 2. This Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include golf . Cherrystone Barn does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Cherrystone Barn start from £346 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ...more about Cherrystone Barn


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Golf close by Garden Free Parking Open fire or wood burner Easy walking close by

Coastal Cottage in Hastings, East Sussex, South East England

Coastal Cottage, Hastings

Self catering in East SussexSouth East England

Coastal Cottage self catering accommodation in Hastings, East Sussex sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Coastal Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Coastal Cottage start from £340 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ...more about Coastal Cottage


Sleeps 4 Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

6 bedroom holiday home in Burwash, East Sussex, South East England

6 bedroom holiday home, Burwash

Self catering in East SussexSouth East England

6 bedroom holiday home in South East England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 16. This 6 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Swimming Pool Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. 6 bedroom holiday home does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 6 bedroom holiday home start from £1795 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ...more about 6 bedroom holiday home


Sleeps 10 or more Indoor pool Pet friendly Garden Internet WIFI available Open fire or wood burner Luxury self catering

Glyndley Manor Cottages in Stone Cross, East Sussex, South East England

Glyndley Manor Cottages, Stone Cross

Self catering in East SussexSouth East England

Glyndley Manor Cottages self catering accommodation in Stone Cross, East Sussex sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Glyndley Manor Cottages start from £322 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ...more about Glyndley Manor Cottages


Sleeps 4 Indoor pool Fishing close by Garden Internet WIFI available

 

 

 

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