Group days out in the South East
Discover our top property picks for groups in the south east.
1066 BATTLE OF HASTINGS, ABBEY AND BATTLEFIELD
Take your group to 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield, the place where William became the Conquerer, and where a new nation was born. Here they can relive the drama of 1066 with our audio guide to the battlefield, explore the all-weather hands-on exhibition and find a quiet spot for reflection in the remains of the Abbey or the Walled Garden.
- Coach drop-off - call property for details
- Catering - Café
- Shop
- Guided Tours - call property for details
- Audio Guide
- Advance booking required
- Average length of visit: 2-3 hours
- Nearby attractions - Pevensey Castle, Battle, Bodiam Castle, Eastbourne, Hastings, Kent & East Sussex Railway
CARISBROOKE CASTLE
At Carisbrooke your group can walk the battlements, climb to the top of the keep, visit the Carisbrooke Museum and meet the famous Carisbrooke donkeys, who are always a hit with our visitors.
- Coach parking
- Catering - Café
- Shop
- Advance booking recommened
- Average length of visit: 2 hours
- Nearby attractions - Appuldurcombe House, Yarmouth Castle, Osborne
DOVER CASTLE
Give your group the keys to England's most iconic castle. They can meet King Henry II and his court in the Great Tower, uncover the story of the Dunkirk evacuation in the Secret Wartime Tunnels, and tour the mighty battlements.
- Coach parking and drop-off - call property for details
- Catering - NAAFI Restaurant, Secret Wartime Tunnels Café and Great Tower Café
- Shop
- Guided Tours - call property for details
- Advance booking required
- Average length of visit: 4-5 hours
- Nearby Attractions - Deal Castle, Walmer Castle and Gardens, Richborough Roman Fort, St Augustine's Abbey
HOME OF CHARLES DARWIN (DOWN HOUSE)
Visit the house that inspired Charles Darwin. Your group can tour the rooms where he wrote his famous works, get their hands on our interactive exhibition and explore Darwin's 'outdoor laboratory', where many of his garden experiments have been recreated.
- Coach parking - must be pre-booked
- Catering - Tearoom, pre-booking required for 6 or more people
- Shop
- Guided Tours - call property for details
- Audio Guide
- Advance booking required
- Average length of visit: 3 hours
- Nearby Attractions - Eltham Palace and Gardens, Lullingstone Roman Villa, Rangers House - The Wernher Collection
OSBORNE
Take your group into the private world of Queen Victoria and her royal family at Osborne. Here they can visit magnificent Royal Apartments, experience royal childhood at the Swiss Cottage, explore beautiful grounds and discover Victoria's very own private beach.
- Coach parking
- Catering - Terrace Restaurant, Swiss Cottage Gazelle House, Beach Café, Visitor Centre Café
- Shop
- Guided Tours - call property for details
- Advacne booking required for guided tours
- Average length of visit: 4-5 hours
- Nearby attractions - Appuldurcombe House, Carisbrooke Castle, Yarmouth Castle
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