Hastings Castle
HastingsThe ruins of a Norman castle on West Hill above the Old Town, with views over the town and the Channel.
Get directionsCastleTime here: 1–1.5 h
On the map
Castledown Terrace, Hastings, TN34 3RQ
Quick facts
William of Normandy ordered the castle built soon after landing in 1066, first in wood and from 1070 in stone.
Storms in February 1287 collapsed the soft sandstone cliffs and took parts of the castle into the sea.
It is a Grade I listed ruin on West Hill and opens to visitors in season, from March to October.
Address
Castledown Terrace, Hastings, TN34 3RQ
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