Eastbourne and Beachy Head in East Sussex

Eastbourne and Beach Head Introduction

Eastbourne is a large seaside town on the south coast of England, and assisted by the arrival of the railway, became a prime Victorian seaside resort and still is today. Eastbourne is situated at the eastern end of the South Downs alongside the famous Beachy Head cliff. The sheltered position of the main town behind the cliff contributes to Eastbourne's title of sunniest place in Great Britain. Although Eastbourne has some industrial trading estates, it is essentially a seaside resort and derives its main income from tourism. Its facilities include a pier, theatres, numerous parks, a bandstand and museums. The focus of the tourism trade is the four miles of shingle beach, lined with a seafront of hotels and guest houses.

Eastbourne and Beachy Head Map

Eastbourne and Beachy Head Picture Guide

Eastbourne Pier, originally built in the 1870's
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The Beach and Pier at Eastbourne
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The head of Eastbourne Pier
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Visitors enjoy the attractions on Eastbourne Pier
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Camera Obscura giving 360 degree views
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The Games People Play Shop on Eastbourne Pier
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Eastbourne Pier lit at night
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Eastbourne Pier in the evening sunlight
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Enjoying an evening stroll along Eastbourne Pier
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The Queens Hotel along Eastbourne Seafront
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The Cavendish Hotel along Eastbourne Grand Parade
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Punch and Judy Show at Eastbourne
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Carpet Gardens along Grand Parade
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Eastbourne Bandstand, built in 1935
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A performance of the 1812 Overture, with fireworks!
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Various types of classic bus can be seen on Eastbourne Seafront
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Beachy Head near Eastbourne
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Beachy Head Lighthouse
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The Seven Sisters on the Sussex Coast
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Belle Tout Lighthouse on Beachy Head
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The Lighthouse at Beachy Head
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