West Hill — Attraction in Hastings

Google has this down as a 'park/garden' and as such, it doesn't rate particularly high. It does, however, have spectacular views out over the Old Town, across to the East Hill, and out into the Channel. There is a cafe, when it's open! An ice cream van seems to take residence in the summer, too. There are public toilets behind/to the side of the cafe. Parking is very limited, being street parking only, and much of that is residents only unless you venture further away. The area is very popular for people walking their dogs and also as a thoroughfare to/from the Old Town. Several events are held here, including a large part of the renowned Jack In The Green. Wide, open grass areas ideal for family games, flying kites, and picnics. A lovely place but certainly not a...

Fantastic place to sit and have a picnic overlooking Hastings old town. Then wander into St. Clement's caves where you can explore many aspects of Hastings more colourful past. The castle is also great place to explore, especially the "whispering" dungeons. My favourite activity is climbing over the sandstone rocks and I have spent thousands of hours finding little caves and crannies since I was a child in the sixties and carving countless messages in the stone. Also you can't miss out on the fascinating funicular railway carved through the hillside and gaze at the opposing funicular railway on the East Hill opposite. A...

With spectacular views of Hastings Old Town and the English Channel, a walk up on the West Hill is a marvellously peaceful way of getting away from it all. There's a lovely café if you feel hungry or just fancy a cuppa, a playground for the kids, the Smuggler's Adventure and Hastings Castle both nearby, or just enjoy the views from the well-maintained park. It's a bit of a climb from the town centre or Old Town, but we'll worth it. (Of course you could get the bus, or use the West Hill Lift from George Street if walking up is a problem). Highly...