Sue’s Favourite Things To Do In Hastings
Local Pubs and Dining Out
Pubs popular with locals with excellent drinks and food, all within walking distance from the Cottage!
Great local pub with Tapas Night on Mondays and Indian Thali on Thursdays.
30 locals recommend
First In Last Out
14-15 High StreetGreat local pub with Tapas Night on Mondays and Indian Thali on Thursdays.
The Crown
Ashford RoadAward winning pub with great bites!
Albion Hastings
33 George StGreat pies!
Porters Wine Bar
56 High StVery good music, drinks and food
Excellent steak, good service, loved by all meat lovers. Do ask about vegan options as well.
18 locals recommend
Two Bulls Steakhouse
61C High StExcellent steak, good service, loved by all meat lovers. Do ask about vegan options as well.
MONELLIS Sourdough Pizza & Aperitivo
43A George StThis historic pub is always good for a pint and a meal. Wonderful Sunday lunch,
32 locals recommend
Anchor Inn
Lewes RoadThis historic pub is always good for a pint and a meal. Wonderful Sunday lunch,
Seedhastings
50 George StTapas and cocktail bar - lovely food and staff.
Excellent steak, good service, loved by all meat lovers. Do ask about vegan options as well.
18 locals recommend
Two Bulls Steakhouse
61C High StExcellent steak, good service, loved by all meat lovers. Do ask about vegan options as well.
Interesting Seafood/British/Vegetarian dishes. Nice atmosphere.
Not in Old Town but a short walk away in Town Centre.
6 locals recommend
No.8 Restaurant
8 Cambridge RoadInteresting Seafood/British/Vegetarian dishes. Nice atmosphere.
Not in Old Town but a short walk away in Town Centre.
La Bella Vista
8 Grand ParadeVery popular Italian place, best to book ahead.
Dragon Bar
71 George StSturdee On The Rocks
Good sea facing location for a cocktail and food
Great Seafood and Fish/Chips
Enjoy the freshest local seafood in some of Hasting's best seafood eateries! Short walking distance
The seasonal menu is always sometimes to look forward to. Great selection of seafood dishes cooked to perfection. A local favourite!
41 locals recommend
Webbe's Rock-a-Nore
1 Rock-a-Nore RdThe seasonal menu is always sometimes to look forward to. Great selection of seafood dishes cooked to perfection. A local favourite!
No where better to grab some fish and chips along the seafront. Local favourite with one of the best chips. The haddock is excellent.
9 locals recommend
The Famous Cod Father Fish Bar
10 E ParadeNo where better to grab some fish and chips along the seafront. Local favourite with one of the best chips. The haddock is excellent.
Lovely fish and chips in a unique location. Opening hours vary, do check before going.
48 locals recommend
Maggie's Fish & Chips
8-9 Rock-a-Nore RdLovely fish and chips in a unique location. Opening hours vary, do check before going.
The Master Fish Bar
1 E ParadeOne of the nicest fish and chips in our opinion
In the town centre rather than Old Town, a nice place for a seafood meal and slow walk back afterwards.
6 locals recommend
No.8 Restaurant
8 Cambridge RoadIn the town centre rather than Old Town, a nice place for a seafood meal and slow walk back afterwards.
If you enjoy a bit of seafood by the seafront, check out this seafood bar which offers all the usual shellfish ; Cockles, Mussels, Whelks, Jellied Eels, Prawns etc
The Net Shop
7 Rock-a-Nore RdIf you enjoy a bit of seafood by the seafront, check out this seafood bar which offers all the usual shellfish ; Cockles, Mussels, Whelks, Jellied Eels, Prawns etc
Take a stroll along the seafront towards St Leonard’s and have a bite right on the beach at this funky place.
101 locals recommend
Goat Ledge
Warrior SquareTake a stroll along the seafront towards St Leonard’s and have a bite right on the beach at this funky place.
Hastings Fish Rolls
Marine ParadeLive music and bands
The list includes only places within a short walk from The Cottage
A venue to keep an eye on if you are a keen gig-goer, as you’re highly likely to be in for a treat.
Dr Jekylls
10 George StA venue to keep an eye on if you are a keen gig-goer, as you’re highly likely to be in for a treat.
Albion Hastings
33 George StGreat place for pies too!
Directly opposite The Stade open space, The London Trader is a firm favourite of anyone who enjoys a pub that’s a little rough around the edges, but still oozes friendly vibes. There’s a pretty standard set of draft offerings and no food menu.
Plenty of outside seating means you can happily watch the Old Town world go by on a sunny afternoon, and (of course) dogs are welcome as ever.
The London Trader loves live bands and there are regular jam and open mic nights as well as full bands most weekends (often with sets in the afternoon).
The London Trader
4-7 E Beach StDirectly opposite The Stade open space, The London Trader is a firm favourite of anyone who enjoys a pub that’s a little rough around the edges, but still oozes friendly vibes. There’s a pretty standard set of draft offerings and no food menu.
Plenty of outside seating means you can happily watch the Old Town world go by on a sunny afternoon, and (of course) dogs are welcome as ever.
The London Trader loves live bands and there are regular jam and open mic nights as well as full bands most weekends (often with sets in the afternoon).
Porters has the cream of Hastings’ live music,
from 9pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays;
and Sundays from 4 to 6pm. Times vary now due to Covid so please check direct on latest updates
48 locals recommend
Porters Wine Bar
56 High StPorters has the cream of Hastings’ live music,
from 9pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays;
and Sundays from 4 to 6pm. Times vary now due to Covid so please check direct on latest updates
Great live music pub. Nice hidden terraced garden. Worth a visit.
33 locals recommend
The Jenny Lind Inn
69 High StGreat live music pub. Nice hidden terraced garden. Worth a visit.
Film, Theatre, and Entertainment
Hastings Best Places for great entertainment
White Rock Theatre is Hastings largest entertainment venue and home to a great variety of live entertainment, stand up comedy, live music and touring theatre productions. The Main Auditorium has a seated capacity of 1066!!
36 locals recommend
White Rock Theatre
White RockWhite Rock Theatre is Hastings largest entertainment venue and home to a great variety of live entertainment, stand up comedy, live music and touring theatre productions. The Main Auditorium has a seated capacity of 1066!!
Lovely local theatre and art gallery. Supported locally with some excellent productions.
Founded in 1952 under the preservation of endangered historic buildings, this stable block was originally proposed by Hastings Council for demolition.
11 locals recommend
The Stables Theatre
The BourneLovely local theatre and art gallery. Supported locally with some excellent productions.
Founded in 1952 under the preservation of endangered historic buildings, this stable block was originally proposed by Hastings Council for demolition.
Started in 2002, this delightful little cinema offers a wide choice of alternative films and film-related events
38 locals recommend
Electric Palace Cinema, Hastings
39A High StStarted in 2002, this delightful little cinema offers a wide choice of alternative films and film-related events
ODEON Hastings
Queens RoadSightseeing and exploring Hastings on foot (nearby)
These are all within walking distance from the Cottage. Very popular and can get extremely busy in summer months. Some of the places are free to visitors but donations gratefully accepted.
East Hill Lift Upper Station
Shipwreck Museum
Rock-a-Nore RoadWest Hill Lift station
Dedicated to the fishing industry and maritime history of Hastings, run by volunteers, free entry. A must visit if you want to learn about Hastings and its fishing community.
41 locals recommend
Hastings Fishermen's Museum
Rock-a-Nore RoadDedicated to the fishing industry and maritime history of Hastings, run by volunteers, free entry. A must visit if you want to learn about Hastings and its fishing community.
Hastings Castle
Castle Hill RoadHastings History House
21 Courthouse StBlue Reef Aquarium
Rock-a-Nore RoadThe True CRIME Museum
White RockHastings Pier Shop
1-10 White RockArtefacts from many ships wrecked in the English Channel including the Amsterdam a Dutch East Indiaman of 1749 and the Anne of 1690 also the Charles II warship - fully wheelchair Admission is free!
16 locals recommend
Shipwreck Museum
Rock-a-Nore RoadArtefacts from many ships wrecked in the English Channel including the Amsterdam a Dutch East Indiaman of 1749 and the Anne of 1690 also the Charles II warship - fully wheelchair Admission is free!
Hastings Miniature Railway
Rock-a-Nore RoadKids love it, we love it too!
Hastings Adventure Golf
Pelham PlaceHistorical resources and friendly staff.
Limited Opening Hours:
Sunday Closed
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 11 am–4 pm
Friday 11 am–4 pm
Saturday 11 am–4 pm
Hastings History House
21 Courthouse StHistorical resources and friendly staff.
Limited Opening Hours:
Sunday Closed
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 11 am–4 pm
Friday 11 am–4 pm
Saturday 11 am–4 pm
Shopping places within walking distance
If you need a bit of shopping therapy, High Street & George Street in the Old Town offers a wonderful mix of small independent shops selling everything from clothes, bags, hats, gifts and local art. The city centre further along offers the usual chain stores and brand names.
All within walking distance from The Cottage.
If you forget something, there is a good selection of stores in this mall - Boots, Superdrugs, Marks and Spencer, H&M, Clarks Outlet, Waterstone, WHSmith, Primark etc. https://www.priorymeadow.com/stores/
27 locals recommend
Priory Meadow Shopping Centre
Queens RoadIf you forget something, there is a good selection of stores in this mall - Boots, Superdrugs, Marks and Spencer, H&M, Clarks Outlet, Waterstone, WHSmith, Primark etc. https://www.priorymeadow.com/stores/
An amble down George Street is a must-do on your visit to Hastings. The narrow pedestrian street links the old town with the seafront. You’ll find fabulous independent shops, restaurants and cafes. Stop for coffee, find a window seat and watch the quirky world of Hastings go by.
51 locals recommend
George Street
50a George StAn amble down George Street is a must-do on your visit to Hastings. The narrow pedestrian street links the old town with the seafront. You’ll find fabulous independent shops, restaurants and cafes. Stop for coffee, find a window seat and watch the quirky world of Hastings go by.
Hatz 'N' Thingz
High StreetLovely little shop with lots of hats
Hawk & Dove
Vintage clothings at good prices, worth a look
Quirky little shop full of beautiful hand made items perfect for gifts or bring back home as souvenirs
13 locals recommend
Made In Hastings
82 High StQuirky little shop full of beautiful hand made items perfect for gifts or bring back home as souvenirs
reste
58 High StExcellent homewares and lifestyle shop
Homeware shop selling antique and old time items, lovely shop to go into, even if just for a browse.
20 locals recommend
A G Hendy & Co
36 High StHomeware shop selling antique and old time items, lovely shop to go into, even if just for a browse.
You never know what you'll find in this huge place. Something for everybody. Dont forget to visit the basement for more surprises.
Hastings Antiques Warehouse
54 High StYou never know what you'll find in this huge place. Something for everybody. Dont forget to visit the basement for more surprises.
The Clockwork Crow
68 George StFull of charm and character - usually end up buying something
Flibbertigibbet
66 George StLittle gift store stocked with toys for all ages. And lots of Yankee candles!
Specialty and Ethnic Dining
Loved by locals - within walking distance from The Cottage (check for opening time and seasonal closures)
Mwah
15 and 16 Marine ParadeDim Sum and noodles dishes
Eat in UK's only Thai restaurant housed in a bookshop
30 locals recommend
Boulevard bookshop and Thai Cafe
32 George StEat in UK's only Thai restaurant housed in a bookshop
Ocean Spice
43 White RockWinner of Curry Life Award 2018
Traditional street food from region of Naples, online order available
37 locals recommend
Rustico Italiano
31 Robertson StTraditional street food from region of Naples, online order available
We think it is one of the best place to enjoy Turkish cuisine, and it comes with its own Cave!
6 locals recommend
Nazar Restaurant
1 ClaremontWe think it is one of the best place to enjoy Turkish cuisine, and it comes with its own Cave!
Dine amongst books, special experience, good food too
30 locals recommend
Boulevard bookshop and Thai Cafe
32 George StDine amongst books, special experience, good food too
Seedhastings
50 George StDelicious tapas and drinks
Isabella
27 George StTurkish fare on lively George Street
Looking for lovely Indian dinner, this place on the seafront, serving classic/modern Indian dishes
8 locals recommend
Jali
7-11 Carlisle ParadeLooking for lovely Indian dinner, this place on the seafront, serving classic/modern Indian dishes