Things to do

Walking

Hungry Monk Cottages are situated in Jevington which is a couple of miles from the eastern end of the South Downs Way. The following websites may be helpful in planning walks in the area:

http://www.nationaltrail.co.uk/southdowns/index.asp?PageId=1
http://www.southdownsway.co.uk/
http://www.walkingbritain.co.uk/walks/walks/walk_list/South_Downs_Way/
http://www.southdownsway.com/
http://www.southdownsdiscovery.com/walking.php
http://www.ramblers.org.uk/

Beaches

There are several beaches within easy reach of Hungry Monk Cottages. The closest are a few miles away in Eastbourne, but Pevensea, Seaford and even Brighton are still less than 45 minutes by car.

http://www.eastsussex.gov.uk/leisureandtourism/countryside/coast/beaches/default.htm

Places to Visit

The world famous Opera house, Glyndebourne is a 25 minute drive from Jevington. For a full list of events and further details please visit their website: http://glyndebourne.com

Charleston Festival 25th May - 3rd June 2012. The Charleston Festival takes place over a 10 day period at the end of May. The festival takes place in a traditional marquee in the beautiful grounds of the farmhouse garden and regularly attracts a stimulating array of writers, performers, politicians and thinkers, both high profile and up and coming, national and international. www.charleston.org.uk/festivals

Michelham Priory is a very beautiful historic property nestling deep in the Sussex countryside and offers much to interest visitors – history, exhibits, superbly kept gardens, art exhibitions, wildlife, working watermill. http://www.sussexpast.co.uk

Drusillas is a famous local zoo and animal park that has won numerous awards. It is the perfect place to go for the whole day and enjoy meeting the penguins, monkeys, meerkats, leemurs and so much more, ride on the Thomas train, play in the adventure playground and so much more… www.drusillas.co.uk

Middle Farm is a 625 acre working family farm. Meet the animals, play in the playground, have a picnic, buy something delicious in the food shop or stock up on presents in the brilliant toy and gift shop. www.middlefarm.com

Local pubs

The Ram at Firle serves really good local food as well as locally produced cask ales. There is a large walled garden at the back and inside the three bar areas have open fires which are lit every day from October till April. www.raminn.co.uk

The Sussex Ox serves great local seasonal food and cask ales, in amazingly beautiful surroundings. www.thesussexox.co.uk

The Cricketers Pub has beautiful cottage gardens, homemade food using local produce and award winning Harveys’ ales served direct from the cask. www.cricketersberwick.co.uk

Villages and Towns

Eastbourne is a busy seaside town with plenty of attractions and fun things to do for all ages. Explore the area’s history, discover 1066 castles, museums and art galleries, relax and enjoy the views of Beachy Head or the parks and gardens, enjoy fun filled trips to the seaside or South Downs National Park, spend the day shopping, then soak up the local atmosphere in one of the many restaurants, wine bars or traditional pubs. www.visiteastbourne.com
Alfriston (left) is a lovely village, filled with tea rooms, places to eat and interesting shops. www.alfriston-village.co.uk
Lewes is slightly further but is particularly known for its antique shops. It also has many places to eat, a historic castle, world famous Bonfire Night and a river running through the centre. www.lewes.co.uk