All the leaves are brown and the sky is grey – but if you’re looking for a walk on an Autumn’s day, Eastbourne is the place to be. There’s plenty to do in our seaside home over this season: so kick up some coppery leaves and let us take you on a winding wander of what’s on in Eastbourne this Autumn.
An hour’s drive from The Lansdowne you’ll find “Sompting Pumpkins”, a harvesting experience set in 1000 acres of Sussex Farmland. On weekends over October, their fields are open from 10:00 until 16:00 for your picking pleasure. Even if you’re not looking to take home a gourd, children and adults alike will be delighted by their delicious food, craft workshops and tractor rides!
Did you know that Eastbourne was voted to be one of the best places in the UK to go for an autumn walk? Great walks in Eastbourne can be yours all through Autumn: here are our recommendations.
Lake Wood, East Sussex (A 45 min drive from The Lansdowne)
An easy walk with plenty to pique your curiosity. Explore the caves around the lake surrounded by the reflections of seasonal leaves. Head into Uckfield afterwards for food or to the closer Piltdown Man pub.
Brede High Wood, East Sussex (A 50 min drive from The Lansdowne)
Follow paths, hunt for seasonal fungi or trace streams onto open heathland on this autumnal walk in ancient woodland. Finish up with a drink at the Broad Oak pub.
Ashdown Forest, East Sussex (A 50 min drive from The Lansdowne)
This stretch of forest inspired the original Five Hundred Acre Wood, home of Winne the Pooh and friends! Play Pooh Sticks in the stream, follow the Wealdway across open heathland or wander across it’s forest paths.
From the 3rd until the 5th of October, our nearby Winter Gardens (a 4 minute walk away) will play host to Eastbourne Beer Festival. Browse a selection of award winning brews accompanied by live music and dancing.
Eastbourne is lucky enough to have it’s own Bonfire Society, who every year arrange a colourful seafront procession and bonfire and firework display. This year, ours is on October 5th: a winner of a night out! If you’re not around for Eastbourne’s, check out the bonfire society’s website for celebrations in our surrounding towns.
The next few months in Eastbourne are looking to be rich with the taste of beer, the smell of bonfire smoke and the crisp crunch of leaves underfoot. Visiting just makes sense: so when you do, be sure to book your accommodation with us at the Lansdowne. Our central location completes the Eastbourne experience with sea views and great food (https://lansdowne-hotel.co.uk/dog-friendly-hotels-eastbourne/)- plus it’s dog friendly (https://lansdowne-hotel.co.uk/dog-friendly-hotels-eastbourne/), so feel free to bring the pooch along for the trip. We’ll see you in Autumn!
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