Name: Pevensey Castle
Rating: 5.0

Pevensey Castle

Castle Road, Westham, Pevensey, UK

1-99 Years

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Description

Pevensey Castle Begun in about AD 290, Pevensey was the biggest of the Roman ‘Saxon Shore’ fortresses. Its hugely impressive walls, more than 500 metres (1,640 feet) long, still stand almost to their full height. Here, in 1066, William the Conqueror landed to begin his invasion of England, building a fortress within the Roman defences.

After centuries of abandonment, the ancient stronghold was pressed back into service in 1940, with machine gun posts cleverly camouflaged into its walls. In our displays, you’ll discover stories of massacre, sieges and royal prisoners, find out how Second World War soldiers interacted with local people, and see a recreated 1940 commander’s office.

Price starts from £8.00 for Adults, £4.50 for Children(5-17 years) and £12.50 for Family(1 adult, up to 3 children). If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

Features

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Host birthday parties: No

Features

Discover the Castle: Explore Pevensey Castle's 16 centuries of history. Climb the battlements, take in the view across the Sussex countryside and head down into the dungeon and basement rooms.
Explore the Castle Grounds: Pevensey Castle is surrounded by beautiful open space, pefect for a stroll or dog-walk. Get up close to the castle moat and admire the beautifully preserved architecture of the walls and battlements.
Enjoy our Exhibits: From an impressive cannon to Second World War-era pill boxes cunningly hidden amid the castle walls, see and enjoy all the exhibits on display at Pevensey Castle.
1066 Connections: Pevensey is famously where William the Conqueror landed his army in 1066, before meeting King Harold Godwinson in battle at what is now the site of Battle Abbey.
Discover magical creatures: Looking for an adventure with your little ones? Uncover English folklore with our Folktale Creature Trails, where children can discover magical creatures from English myths and legends.
Gardens: No formal gardens, but plenty of rough, open grass in fort area surrounding the castle. Lots of space to walk and run around.
Exhibition: Discover new interpretation revealing the castle’s history, including its role as a WWII observation and command post, alongside a brand new childrens' trail.

Facilities

Parking: Free on street parking is available in Westham and Pevensey. A pay and display public car park containing 50 spaces is located approx 300m from the castle entrance. (Not managed by English Heritage)
Food And Drink: Cold drinks and sweets are available from the castle gift shop.
Toilets: Male and female public toilets located close to car park.
Dogs: Dogs on leads are welcome throughout the site.

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Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Advance online tickets:

Adult: £8.00 with donation & £7.20 without donation.
Child (5–17 years): £4.50 with donation & £4.00 without donation.
Concession: £7.00 with donation & £6.30 without donation.
Family (2 adults, up to 3 children): £20.50 with donation & £18.40 without donation.
Family (1 adult, up to 3 children): £12.50 with donation & £11.20 without donation.
Member: Free.

On the day tickets:

Adult: £9.50 with donation & £8.60 without donation.
Child (5–17 years): £5.50 with donation & £5.00 without donation.
Concession: £8.50 with donation & £7.70 without donation.
Family (2 adults, up to 3 children): £24.50 with donation & £22.20 without donation.
Family (1 adult, up to 3 children): £15.00 with donation & £13.60 without donation.
Member: Free.

Pricing URL: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/pevensey-castle/prices-and-opening-times/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Open Daily: 10am - 4pm (last entry at 3.30pm)

Address: Castle Road, Westham, Pevensey, UK

Post Code: BN24 5LE

Council: Wealden

County: East Sussex

Road Access: Plan your route with what3words.com/egging.stickler.machinery.
Bus Access: Stagecoach 55 passes the site; Cuckmere Community Bus service 46 (Sat) terminates adjacent to the castle; frequent Stagecoach service 99 also runs within 1⁄2 mile – alight at Pevensey, Church Lane.
Train Access: Pevensey & Westham or Pevensey Bay, both 1⁄2 mile.
Bicycle Access: Find your cycling route to Pevensey Castle at the National Cycle Network.
Parking: Free on street parking is available in Westham and Pevensey. A pay and display public car park containing 50 spaces is located approx 300m from the castle entrance. (Not managed by English Heritage)