Luxury Bed & Breakfast in the Sussex Countryside

Things to do...

There are plenty of local things to do and places to see around Tickerage Castle. Please take the time to read some of the local attractions listed below. Please click on the headings to view the content.

Recommended Nearby Restaurants

The Griffin Inn (Fletching – approx 15mins) situated in the village of Fletching, fine dining, excellent food great atmosphere, romantic special place... our favourite
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The Blackboys Inn (Blackboys 1 mile away) About a 10 minute walk via footpath from our fields, or a 3 minute drive, Beautiful old country pub with good food & choice... friendly service.
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The Hurstwood (High Hurstwood- approx 3 miles) Warming atmosphere, superb food and service, we need say no more.
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Jamie's Italian (Brighton, Black Lion st- approx 20 miles) easy parking opposite restaurant, Great night out fabulous food, vibrant buzz atmosphere.
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Major Nearby Attractions

Glyndebourne Opera (6.6 miles)
In the world of opera, Glyndebourne is unique. It is recognised globally as one of the great opera houses. Its productions travel worldwide, are performed live in other opera houses and screened in cinemas from New York to Tokyo. Yet it remains a very English institution. The opera house stands next to the country home of John Christie, who founded it in 1934. Now run by his grandson Gus, it is still very much a family concern. Its Festival audiences arrive from far and wide and an extended interval gives them time for an evening meal. Many choose to picnic in the garden. Some sprawl on rugs, others bring tables, candlesticks and ice buckets. Almost all wear evening dress.

Nations Trust Sheffield Park Gardens (approx 9 miles)
This magnificent informal landscape garden was laid out in the 18th century by 'Capability' Brown and further developed in the early years of the 20th century by its owner, Arthur G. Soames. The original four lakes form the centrepiece. There are dramatic shows of daffodils and bluebells in spring, and the rhododendrons and azaleas are spectacular in early summer. Autumn brings stunning colours from the many rare trees and shrubs, and winter walks can be enjoyed in this garden for all seasons. Visitors can now also explore South Park, 107 hectares (265 acres) of historic parkland, with stunning views.

Other Great Nearby Attractions

Bentley Wildfowl & Motor Museum (3 miles)
The renowned waterfowl collection was started by the late Gerald Askew in the 1960's and soon became the largest private collection in the UK.
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Bluebell Railway (7 miles)
The Bluebell Railway was the first preserved standard gauge passenger line in the UK. In 1960 it reopened part of the Lewes to East Grinstead line of the old London Brighton and South Coast Railway.
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Charleston (8 miles)
In 1916 the artists Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant moved to Sussex with their unconventional household. From the moment they arrived they began to transform the house with decorations.
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Firle Place (8 miles)
Firle Place is the home of the Gage family and has been for over 500 years. This unique Tudor house is set at the foot of the Sussex Downs within its own parkland and boasts a very interesting history.
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Batemans (9 miles)
The homely sandstone house of Bateman's was the former home of Rudyard Kipling from 1902 to 1936. Literary fans will recognize the house which is mentioned in his autobiography.
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Drusillas Park (10 miles)
Where else can you get nose to nose with nature and have the most memorable fun-finding-out day out you can imagine?
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Groombridge Place Gardens and the Enchanted Forest (11 miles)
Welcome to Groombridge, a beautiful wealden valley with an incredible 700 year old history.
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Borde Hill Garden (12 miles)
The Stephenson Clarke family moved to Sussex in the 1840's and Stephenson R Clarke purchased Borde Hill in 1893. About 1912 his passion for collecting trees and shrubs began by financing expeditions to the Himalayas and China.
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Tunbridge Wells Museum and Art Gallery (13 miles)
Tunbridge Wells Museum and Art Gallery shares the special story of the borough of Tunbridge Wells.
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Bayham Abbey (13 miles)
Come and enjoy this romantic Abbey ruin, set in the picturesque valley of the River Teise, in the heart of the Weald.
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Saint Hill Manor (13 miles)
One of the finest Sussex sandstone buildings in England, Saint Hill Manor was built in 1792 by Gibbs Crawford.
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Eastbourne Pier (13 miles)
Take a stroll along the Victorian boardwalk and take a step back in time. Take in the sights and sounds and you'll be amazed at what you find.
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Battle Museum (14 miles)
The town of Battle grew up around the Abbey founded by King William after his victory at the Battle of Hastings in 1066. This museum offers a glimpse of Battle's rich history.
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1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield (14 miles)
1066 is the one date in English history which stands out above all others. Visit the site of the Battle of Hastings, where the course of England's history changed forever on October 14th, 1066.
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Scotney Castle (14 miles)
A visit to Scotney Castle is a great 2-for-1 deal. Start with the 19th century "new" neo-Tudor style house which was built for Edward Hussey in 1837.
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Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest (15 miles)
Open all year, Bedgebury is the perfect place to walk, cycle, ride or play in a spectacular world of trees.
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Finchcocks (15 miles)
Finchcocks is a fine early Georgian manor in a beautiful unspoilt setting which houses a magnificent collection of some ninety historical keyboard instruments.
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