England's South Coast : A Guide For Tourists

Article Written By: Mark Walters

The government of the UK divides Southern England into South West England, South East England, Greater London and the East of England. There are so many things to see on England's South Coast that it would be impossible to recount them in few words. Look into all of the other wonderful things to do and see when you plan to visit this charming area. Here are some attractions and places just to mention few:

Bramber Castle is on the west side of Bramber village and is an English Heritage property. The ruins of the castle gatehouse are from the original gatehouse built by the Normans.

The Kent Battle of Britain Museum can be found in Hawkinge. This is an old armory that features an R.A.F. Room, the Luftwaffe Room, the Aircraft Armaments Room and an art gallery.

Beachy Head is south of Eastbourne and is a snow white cliff on the end of the South Downs. It can be reached by traversing a scenic footpath. Don't miss its famous striped lighthouse.The cliff path that passes through Cuckmere, Haven and Seaford provides a great hiking opportunity and is 3.5 or 6km long.

Romney Marsh is 50,000 acres of flowers that extends along the coast from Hythe. Visit in the spring when the flowers are the most beautiful.

Borde Hill Gardens in Haywards Heath is 200 acres of woods and parkland in Sussex. It is a well known botanical garden. It displays include incredible colour throughout all the seasons of the year.

Mermaid Street in Rye is a wonderful place to stroll where you can see Lamb House, an 18th century Georgian building in which Henry James wrote "The Wings of the Dove" and "The Golden Bowl" during the final years of his life.

You will also want to see Old Hospital, a triple-gabled half-timbered 15th - 16th century building. Don't forget The Mermaid Inn, a 15th century pub that is rich in tradition. It was once known as a meeting place for Smugglers.

The Eurotunnel is not to be missed. It crosses under the channel between France and Folkestone in Kent. It was complete in 1994 and is the fastest and newest transport system on the British coast.

The visitor center is in Folkestone. There is also The Exhibition Centre in Cheriton which is west of Folkestone. This Centre explains the construction of the Eurotunnel.

About the Author

If you like try : Cheap Hotels Brighton

You Can Link Directly to "England's South Coast : A Guide For Tourists" by using the url:
http://www.allbestarticles.com//travel/europe/england-s-south-coast-a-guide-for-tourists.html

This Article Has Been Published on Sun, 22 Aug 2010 and Read 148 Times

Find All Best Articles at http://www.allbestarticles.com

Rating: Not yet rated

Comments

No comments posted.

Add Comment

You do not have permission to comment. If you log in, you may be able to comment.

Related information on Europe

Where To Go On Holiday In Bulgaria
Sibiu Transylvania Medieval Romanian stories
2 Weeks Set To Return For 2011
Why Is London One of the Top Travel Destinations
Paris - Boats, Rivers, Romance And Splendour Rolled In One
Making The Best Of Your Trip To Aviemore
Time for a Romantic Break?
England's South Coast : A Guide For Tourists
Castilla y Leon A treasure of monuments
Less Famous Places to Visit in Beautiful Austria
Almeria Is A Heaven for Tourists Visiting Spain
Planning Your Europe Holiday
Sharp Fall For Malta Holidays
Wonderful Brussels - Seat of the European Union
Rome, the Eternal City
Paris, the French City of Light
Europe Holiday – London Tour
A Sporting Trip to London
Hotels in Poland
Black Ice - Not For Austria Ski Holidays
Ancient Rome Gives Us Domus Aurea - Nero's Golden House
Europe Looks Very Inviting To The 2008 Traveller Try Great Hotel Felix Cambridge
Portugal Silver Coast