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About Eastbourne

Located on the south coast of England, 19 miles east of Brighton, Eastbourne is one of England’s most popular places to enjoy the coast. Easily reached from London, Eastbourne is a city that thoroughly embraces tourism. In fact, Eastbourne would barely exist without it.

There have been settlements in and around Eastbourne for centuries. During the medieval period, there was a market town here. In the 16th century, the Burton family built Bourne Palace, now known as Compton Palace. But it wasn’t until the Georgian period that Eastbourne really took off. In the 18th century, a doctor wrote about the medicinal effects of bathing in the sea, and English seaside resorts experienced a sudden boom. When King George III’s children visited Eastbourne in 1780, the town’s long association with tourism began.

The town continued to grow through the 19th century, and the coming of the railways in 1849 greatly increased the number of people who could get to Eastbourne from London. In 1859, the town was radically expanded and virtually reconstructed to deal with increasing tourism. Eastbourne remained a popular tourist destination through the 20th century. Even though it suffered from the growing popularity of foreign travel in the second half of the 20th century, it still remains a popular seaside destination with British holidaymakers.

Things to do near Eastbourne

Eastbourne holds the record for the most sunshine ever recorded in an English city in a single month. That, plus the nearby ocean, is enough to bring tourists here. But there's more to Eastbourne than just beaches and sun. Part of the charm of the town is how much there is to discover for yourself.

• See Britain's tallest sea cliff at Beachy Head. This stark white chalk cliff, rising more than 500 feet above the sea below, is one of the country's most dramatic landforms. The view from the top is truly stunning, and the coastal cliffs have many walking paths where you can explore further.

• Explore Eastbourne’s military history at Redoubt Fortress. This fortress was built in the early 19th century as a response to the threat of attack from Napoleon's France. The attack never came, so the fort remains well-preserved as a testament to an important time in English history.

• Do what Eastbourne is famous for on Eastbourne Beach. The three miles of rocky beach have made Eastbourne what it is, and in the summer, the beach is the place to hang out. Refresh yourself with a dip in the sea or explore the shops and cafés along the Promenade, the way people have been doing in Eastbourne for centuries.

• Take a stroll through Sovereign Harbor Marina. This area was substantially redeveloped in the 1990s, and now makes a great place to go for a walk and enjoy the ocean views. It's home to many of the town's most interesting bars and restaurants, and you'll also find shopping and even a movie theater here.

• Enjoy an iconic British dish at Odyssey Fish and Chips. Close to the beach, this popular chip shop is a great place to sample this perennially popular food. Take your meal to the beach and enjoy the sunset over the English Channel.

Transit options at Eastbourne

• Southern Railway operates a direct line from Eastbourne Station to London. Trains leave twice an hour, and the journey takes around an hour and a half.

• Buses 12 and 12X connect Eastbourne to nearby Brighton. You can also reach Eastbourne by bus from London.

• Terminus Road near the railway station is the best place to catch Eastbourne city buses. Routes 1, 2, 3, 5, and others serve the center of the city.

Luggage storage at Eastbourne

As one of England’s sunniest cities and the home of some truly stunning scenery, Eastbourne is best explored on foot. Whether you’re walking along the beach or wandering through the Victorian buildings of the town, walking is the best way to take your time and drink in the charm of this classic seaside resort.

You can make things easier on yourself by leaving any heavy bags at a luggage storage facility in Eastbourne. No matter how many bags you have or how heavy they are, Bounce can help you find a place to store your things while you explore.

Activities and attractions near Eastbourne

• South Downs Way: Explore the South Downs National Park by walking the South Downs Way. This 100-mile trail can be explored in sections and offers incredible views over the sea and southern England's iconic white cliffs. Eastbourne lies at one end of the trail, so you can start on the west side of town and explore as far as you feel like. Make your hike easier by leaving any unneeded bags behind at a luggage storage shop in Eastbourne.

• Chalk cliffs: See more of the stunning scenery of the South Coast at Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters. Birling Gap is a tiny village that is gradually disappearing into the sea as the cliff it sits on erodes. Meanwhile, the Seven Sisters are a series of stunning chalk cliffs that rise dramatically above the sea like a wall. One of the most impressive natural sites in England, these unique white cliffs shouldn't be missed while you're in the area.

• Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway Adventure Park: Feel like a giant at this park, which operates a steam train one-eighth the size of the real thing on a mile-long track through the park. There's also a lake and a nature trail where you can stretch your legs, and a tea garden where you can enjoy some refreshments at this quaint attraction. Leave your heavy bags at an Eastbourne luggage storage locker and celebrate the bygone age of steam at this park.