Smugglers Cottage Guidebook
Neighbourhood
Walk along the seafront to St Leonards-on-Sea. Fantastic independent eateries and a great range of vintage stores especially in Kings Road
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Saint Leonards
Walk along the seafront to St Leonards-on-Sea. Fantastic independent eateries and a great range of vintage stores especially in Kings Road
Beautiful natural coastal walk. Forms part of the Jurassic coast. Charming traditional fishing huts and stalls selling fresh fish caught daily by local fishermen.
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Rock-a-Nore
Beautiful natural coastal walk. Forms part of the Jurassic coast. Charming traditional fishing huts and stalls selling fresh fish caught daily by local fishermen.
In the heart of Hastings George St sits just behind Smugglers Cottage. It is full of antique and independent designer shops , art galleries, bars and restaurants. A must visit for all guests. Try the Dragon Bar for Sunday Lunch and the book shop doubles as a great (booking only) Thai restaurant in the evening. The Albion Pub has live music and great homemade pies.
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George Street
50a George StIn the heart of Hastings George St sits just behind Smugglers Cottage. It is full of antique and independent designer shops , art galleries, bars and restaurants. A must visit for all guests. Try the Dragon Bar for Sunday Lunch and the book shop doubles as a great (booking only) Thai restaurant in the evening. The Albion Pub has live music and great homemade pies.
Food scene
Great for a relaxed yet excellent meal, which is gourmet pub level. Also has a snug/games room and it’s dog friendly. Good background music and changing art exhibitions too.
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The Crown
Ashford RoadGreat for a relaxed yet excellent meal, which is gourmet pub level. Also has a snug/games room and it’s dog friendly. Good background music and changing art exhibitions too.
Half Man! Half Burger!
7 Marine CtA local legend - simply the best homemade ice cream and sorbets. Flavours change regularly. I love the pink grapefruit sorbet and amaretto cherry ice cream
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Di Pola's
14 Marine ParadeA local legend - simply the best homemade ice cream and sorbets. Flavours change regularly. I love the pink grapefruit sorbet and amaretto cherry ice cream
This local restaurant may be small in size but it’s certainly big on ideas. Expect delicious quality food and great service - the flavour combinations are fantastic. Do book ahead to ensure a table.
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Sea Kale
29 London RdThis local restaurant may be small in size but it’s certainly big on ideas. Expect delicious quality food and great service - the flavour combinations are fantastic. Do book ahead to ensure a table.
Goat Ledge
Warrior SquareFresh fish baps and wraps on the beach
Voted Best Chip shop by locals in 2017 and runner up in 2021. All orders are cooked fresh and if you are staying at Smugglers Cottage next door they will deliver on a plate to your door at special request. :)
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The Famous Cod Father Fish Bar
10 E ParadeVoted Best Chip shop by locals in 2017 and runner up in 2021. All orders are cooked fresh and if you are staying at Smugglers Cottage next door they will deliver on a plate to your door at special request. :)
Sightseeing
Ukuphatha kwabaphathi
These Victorian funicular railways are a must and get you to the top of the hill in no time - you can also walk up the stairs next to the lift if you prefer.
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West Hill Lift Funicular Railway
43 George StThese Victorian funicular railways are a must and get you to the top of the hill in no time - you can also walk up the stairs next to the lift if you prefer.
Hastings Contemporary
Rock-a-Nore Road