Hastings Aquarium is the perfect destination for the whole family. Home to 3500 incredible aquatic animals and reptiles. Seahorses, turtles, sharks, octopus and more!
Smugglers Adventure & Hastings Castle
Hastings, TN34 3HY
Be transported through time with an unforgettable visit to Smugglers Adventure; an amazing underground cave network of secret tunnels and vast caverns. Once used by the murderous smuggling gangs of the 18th century to store and trade goods from all across the world, Uncover the deep, dark secrets of the smuggling trade with notorious smuggler Hairy Jack as he leads you on a curious voyage back through time. Meet historic pirates, smugglers, and bootleggers who used these underground hideaways to stash their contraband. Do you have what it takes to be a smuggler? There’s so much to be found… underground!
Take a step back in time and discover the history of Britain’s first Norman castle – built by William the Conqueror in 1067.Get ready to have your breath taken away. Hastings Castle sits on top of the West Hill overlooking the old town of Hastings. That can only mean one thing: it’s perfect for taking in the breath-taking views of the Hastings coastline, which will leave you open-mouthed in amazement. Enjoy a moment of calm as you take in the fresh air and the panoramic seaside scenes.Let us take you on a journey from 1066 right up to the the present day. You’ll learn how the Battle of Hastings unfolded in our on-site cinema! Watch The 1066 Story film, documenting the Conquest and the long and colourful history of the castle throughout the ages. Whatever your age, Hastings Castle is a fun and fascinating day-out for all of the family.
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