Pevensey Bay
Pevensey Bay is an old fishing village founded in the 1600s and is famously known as William of Normandy’s landing place in 1066. It is now a popular seaside destination. Pevensey village dates back to the 13th century and the nearby Pevensey Levels are a natural haven for wild birds, flowers and animals.
Explore Pevensey Castle and wetlands from Pevensey station on this 5 mile circular walk, then relax on at Pevensey Bay beach, 10 minutes walk from Pevensey Bay station.
Pevensey Bay. Photo: Daniel Alford
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