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Jul 29, 2022
Robin Beattie
As well as being on the beautiful South Coast of England, the seaside town of Eastbourne has so much more to offer, with a range of fun and exciting activities to try out. We’ve put together a list with few of our favourites that you should try out!
1. Treasure Island Adventure Park
Treasure Island Adventure Park is a pirate centred theme-park, based on the classic British novel Treasure Island, by Robert Louis Stevenson. The park features a unique mix of indoor and outdoor attractions, so there is something for everyone.
You can take part in a range of activities, from mini golf to a zip line. You can grab a bite to eat in their café, which serves a variety of food, including pizzas, wraps, paninis and much more.
Treasure Island Adventure Park is open every day from 09.30-18.00 There is no need to pre-book, so you can just pop in whenever you want to visit.
Address: 5 Royal Parade, Eastbourne BN22 7AE
2. Escape Rooms
Escape Rooms are an exciting game where players work together to find clues and solve puzzles within a limited amount of time. Teams must work together, and thing outside the box in order to escape the room within the time limit.
Eastbourne is home to several escape rooms, including Xscape, which features a casino themed escape room, where teams work together in order to pull off a heist, and a crime scene investigation themed room, where players must use their skills to find evidence and clues to help solve a murder case!
3. Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway
Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway is a 1/8th sized steam railway, located next to the scenic Southbourne lake. Here, you can ride their miniature steam trains along a beautiful mile long run.
As well as the miniature railway, the area features a wildlife-rich lake area where you can spot local wildlife and bugs. There are also areas for picnics, but there is also a café where you can buy homemade treats. No booking is necessary, and the family-run park is open daily from 10.00-17.00.
Address: Lottbridge Drove, Eastbourne BN23 6QJ
4. Ninja Arena
Ninja Arena is an obstacle course and fitness venue inspired by the renowned TV series ‘Ninja Warrior’.
Here you’ll have to jump, swing, balance, and climb your way through the course to help sharpen your skills, and see if you have what it takes to become a ninja. The park even features the famous Warped Wall, to test if you truly have what it takes to become a ninja warrior.
Ninja Arena is open 10.00-17.00 Monday to Saturday, and 10.00-18.15 on Sundays.
Address: The Beacon Shopping Centre, Eastbourne BN21 3NW
There is truly something for everyone in Eastbourne. These are just a few of our favourites. Click here to find out more about Eastbourne and our school here
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