Battle
(5.2 miles away)
About 10 minutes from Apple Tree Yurts is the historic town of Battle. Situated within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the town takes its name from the battle of 1066. Towering over the town the beautiful abbey, founded to commemorate the battle, was reputedly the spot where Harold died.
- Discover more about the most famous date in English history by taking a tour of Battle Abbey and Battlefield
- Visit Yesterdays World and immerse yourself in a fabuluous trip down memory lane
Hastings
(10.2 miles away)
Just 20 minutes from the town of Hastings, Apple Tree Yurts provides the perfect mix of countryside and seaside.
- Explore the Old Town with its streets full of antique dealers, art galleries and bookshops
- Visit the striking Jerwood Gallery, home to the Jerwood Collection of 20th and 21st century British art
- Learn about the shipwrecks that have been found in the area at The Shipwreck Museum
Rye
(11.9 miles away)
Renowned for being one of the best preserved medieval towns in England, Rye is an enchanting place to explore. From the cobbles of Mermaid Street to the impressive Norman Church, the narrow passageways hold intrigue for visitors young and old.
- Visit Lamb House, home of American author Henry James
- Enjoy a guided tour of Camber Castle, part of a chain of garrisons built by Henry VIII
- Learn about Rye's history at the Rye Castle Museum
Other Points of Interest
- Visit Bodiam Castle, an archetype 14th century moated castle with ruined interior (3.2 miles away)
- Explore Bateman's, a beautiful Jacobean house and home to Rudyard Kipling (5.5 miles away)
- Take in the splendour of Scotney Castle, a country house, romantic garden and 14th century moated castle (9.6 miles away)
- Sissinghurst Castle - a poet's garden inspired by the land (10.9 miles away)
- Birling Gap, part of the the world famous Seven Sisters Chalk Cliffs (20.1 miles away)