Park & nature
Alexandra Park, Hastings
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Alexandra Park is a beautifully maintained Victorian park covering over 100 acres in the heart of Hastings. It features a mix of formal flower beds, sweeping lawns, wooded areas, and a large boating lake where visitors can hire rowboats or pedalos. The park also boasts a children's playground, tennis courts, and a popular café housed in the historic lodge. Winding paths lead past a bandstand, a sensory garden, and a stream, making it ideal for a relaxing walk or a picnic. The park's diverse habitats attract birds and wildlife, and its elevated sections offer glimpses of the sea. It's a cherished green space that provides a tranquil escape from the town centre.
Don't miss
- Boating lake with rowboat and pedalo hire
- Formal Victorian gardens with seasonal flower displays
- Café in the historic park lodge offering light meals and ice cream
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Alexandra Park, Hastings
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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