Britain is a place which boasts a lot of intriguing and exciting history, tradition and culture. When you are visiting a new place in the country it is always a good idea to visit a historical attraction. This is something which can be of a great interest to a lot of people, even those who do not realise it. After all, every attraction has a story, and the best stories are those that are not made up.
Sussex is one place which has a wealth of historical attractions worth visiting. After all, Chichester alone has some of the oldest buildings in Britain – and that is only one mere place in the whole country. Therefore, if you have a holiday in one of the popular Sussex cottages available then you should certainly plan some historical visits ahead of your trip. If you are struggling to decide where to go then you should consider some of the following attractions…
Battle Abbey
Battle Abbey can be found in the town of Battle and this is located in the East of Sussex, which is where a lot of people visit when making the most of cheap camper van hire. When most people think of historical locations in the popular county this is the first place that comes to most people’s minds. Battle Abbey is the famous site that played host to the 1066 Battle of Hastings. There is a lot to see and do at Battle Abbey. Of course the first thing you will want to cast your eyes upon is the abbey ruins. Nevertheless, in addition to this there is also an interesting museum and a great visitor centre that boasts an interactive exhibition and a lovely little cafe.
Bodiam Castle
Bodiam Castle is situated near to Robertsbridge. It is one of the most beautiful castles you will ever lay your eyes upon. It boasts everything alluding to romance and grandeur, such as spiral staircases and intricate detail. There is enough of the castle left in order to really take you back to the days of all those years ago in 1066. The stories to be told will certainly have you captivated.
Chichester Cathedral
You may have guessed by the name of the cathedral that it is situated in Chichester, found in West Sussex. Chichester cathedral has been open to individuals for over 900 years now and it is certainly a sight to behold. The building is stunning, with the beautiful stain glass windows and gorgeous archways definitely being a highlight amongst many. Beauty is certainly on offer in abundance at Chichester Cathedral.
Pevensey Castle
Pevensey Castle is another historical attraction based in East Sussex. This provides a great day of entertainment and thus is a good choice for those who are going on vacation as a family and have children. If you are looking for something truly steeped in great history then this is it. The Pevensey Castle began its life in the 4th century, and thus it stretches back to over a massive 16 centuries. There is certainly a lot to take in and absorb when you are visiting this attraction.
