This zoo is perfect for young children. They have many interactive exhibits…read more -next to the flamingos they have a timer of how long you can stand on one leg -they have a running station to time your speed to compare you to animals running speeds -poles to climb to see how fast you climb compared to animals -train ride -hello kitty area is adorable There are a lot of buttons and flip up pictures kids get to touch throughout the zoo. They have many exotic animals that are kept in very clean areas. They make the areas adaptable for each animal and give it toys to play with to stimulate its brain. It is very clean. Restaurant has good food selection for good prices. They serve Starbucks coffee. Free parking.

Having been living in the US for the last five years, I had fond memories of Drusillas as a kid. We…read morewent there with a local friend and found it to be just as enjoyable as an adult. (Immature adult albeit.) Sadly having gone on a weekday, we found a lot of the food places closed and more importantly the plush shop was closed. Drusillas is a very cleverly worked space; it looks small but the way all the animals and spaces are laid out, it feels more like you're exploring around each corner. The price is fair for the amount of animals, interactive little games and the few rides they have there.. plus the fun little adventure maze. Whilst yes, there are attractions more child orientated, there is more than enough for us children at heart to enjoy too.

Arlington is a small reservoir, constructed in 1971 to supply water to Eastbourne, Hailsham,…read morePolegate and Heathfield. Built on the site of part of the Cuckmere River bed, the reservoir is an oval shape, with a long curving dam. The maximum depth is 37ft (11.3m) and its total capacity is 3546 million litres of water, all abstracted from the Cuckmere River in winter. The 49 hectare site was designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest in 1985, and is also a Local Nature Reserve. It contains a diverse range of habitats, which in turn support some 173 species of bird, including a winter population of 10,000 wildfowl. The site has hides for birdwatching, and also provides some of the best trout fishing in the South East of England (tel: 01323 870810). The water company also organises school nature trips, including pond dipping. The reservoir path also provides a reasonably level walking trail, which, as well as wildlife, also offers lovely views of the South Downs. A walking leaflet (http://www.eastsussex.gov.uk/NR/rdonlyres/047A41DB-1684-4128-AADD-1C508D15F780/0/ArlingtonReservoirWalkWebversion.pdf) is available on the East Sussex County Council website or you can get a hard copy by phoning 01273 482250. Practicalities There is a car park at the main entrance on Station Road, just north of Berwick railway station (on the right hand side, going north). This has information boards, toilets and picnic tables. Swimming and boating are not permitted.

This reservoir owned by South East Water is a lovely place to visit on a warm summer's day. It has…read moretoilet facilities and a large car park both of which are useful for a day trip. The reservoir itself is huge and the area also contains a bird watching lodge and a wood. If you are going here, I recommend taking a pair of binoculars and a camera, as you can capture the beauty of East Sussex right here. It has picnic benches for in the summer. Overall, this is a wonderful place to visit if you want a day trip out or if you are touring East Sussex. I personally have recommended this place to people wanting to go to see some beautiful sights.

High Summer aside, Rye Bay is a pleasingly remote part of the South East. We all know about Camber…read moreSands, but to the West, just the other side of Rye Harbour, is the less well known Winchelsea Beach. It offers big views of the bay and is pleasingly stepped up to a sea wall. Whilst it is pebbly rather than sandy, it's quieter too. Today, an August Sunday, there were no more than twenty people visible in total. Some were fishing from the shore and it was fascinating to watch, most simply enjoyed the tranquility. Immediately behind the sea wall there's copious free parking and behind this miles of salt marsh and grazing sheep. Lovely - look at the photo's! I'd recommend you bring your food & drink with you. Brighton it's not. Foodies will appreciate the farm shop in Pett & the decent fishmonger in Winchelsea Beach (a weird muddle of bungalows nearby) selling local plaice & lobster. Nice. Nicer still is that it's only 20 odd miles away from my cottage...................

I love this gym,Swimming , Sauna and steamroom all a very reasonable size. Very helpful staff,free…read moreinternet access and food shop on site. but yes paying for parking SUCKS haha prices are going up in January to £45 a month which is the worst part!

Very swish gym (it is a David Lloyd after all and you pay a premium for that) with a huge gym and…read moreloads of machines as well as a pool. Very clean and with friendly staff and lots of classes. Having to pay to park before 6.30pm is an annoyance though.

Great atmosphere with tons of food/drink options! We had the daikiwi and some chocolate gelato…read more Very cute set up/decorations. Perfect date night location! Right when you walk in there's a coat check. After that you can check in upstairs to reserve a tee time (we only had to wait roughly 30 minutes). While waiting there are plenty of fun drinks at the bar or several food options. There are about 4 different small shops within Swingers that provide different foods such a pizza or gelato.

I would most definitely NOT recommend Swingers. We pre-booked this as a big group as part of my hen…read moredo and were really looking forward to planing Crazy golf but from the moment we arrived things just got worse and worse. Upon arriving one of us had tripped on the ramp directly outside the door as this was not clearly taped and made apparent to everyone that there was a trip hazard straight outside the door, as this happened the security man in the door picked on our friend and decided to make it apparent that she was not going to be allowed to participate and that a manager had to assess if she was fit enough to play.. To which we stated not only did she trip in the ramp but she is unsteady on her feet on a normal day due to her disability, however they did not take that into account and still persisted to accuse her of being intoxicated and unfit to play.. We were then eventually allowed to go inside to order our drinks to which our friend who was picked on at the door was not allowed any alcohol to which we still explained her disability to which they persisted that she was not allowed and Alcohol, shortly after this they said she was unable to play all together and that they would refund her, however we still did not find this very fair given the circumstances the manager still persisted to single my disabled friend out and make the situation worse, and the manager did not give any sympathy to the fact they had made my friend cry over this whole situation.. We then got some drinks at the bar, which were disgusting, might I add that I ordered a gin and lemonade, however I would say this was just a bland drink of ice, more than anything else.. I find it very frustrating that not only did they accuse my friend of being intoxicated, they are more than happy to serve you alcohol at the bar as much as you want, yet they then say if your too intoxicated you are unable to play yet they are happy to pour out as many drinks possible... We spoke to the security and manager on multiple occasions to explained the situation however they couldn't of cared any less and where completely unreasonable given the situation.. Before leaving a few people decided to use the toilets before going elsewhere to which we were greeted by a few women who were so pissed they could hardly go to the toilet themselves, let alone play crazy golf, however they were given entry and were allowed to play crazy golf as well as keep getting drinks at the bar.. Based on this experience I would not recommend as they are very unreasonable and unfair to customers, even more so discriminating people who are disabled, highly disappointed and a waste of time, will definitely not return.

I'm in my 70s and a paragliding experience was on my bucket list. My husband was anxious about my…read moresafety. Steve gave us both a lot of confidence in his calm and professional manner. The weather wasn't with us on the first day but on my second it all went very well. I was up for 22 minutes and had the time of my life. Thanks Steve.

The main thing this company offers is paragliding. Whether it be a one off experience or a few…read morelessons to teach you to do it on your own or become an instructor. But, it is still worth having on here as it is a great birthday present and one which can be shared so that the person if petrified of heights like me can have someone to poop themselves with them. Currently, a dual tandem will set you back £120 which for a different experience and a real thrill isn't that bad.

Absolutely beautiful place for walk in the woods. Nice little food shack near one of the ponds…read more with sandwiches and cakes to enjoy if you get a little peckish on your walk. By far one of my favourite dog walks.

Bates Green Farm has been opening up its ancient woods for walkers to see the bluebells every…read morespring for 39 years. Situated between Lewes and Eastbourne, it's become a very popular (and award-winning) seasonal visitor attraction, and raises a lot of money for local charities in the process. A number of trails are provided, some just through the bluebell woods, but others taking in more countryside, if that appeals to you. You can walk for up to 4 miles if you plan it well, or just over half a mile (1km) if all all you want to see is the bluebells. Maps are available as you enter. The farm has a tea-room with cakes and sandwiches, as well as stalls run by local charities selling gifts, greetings cards, books, home-made jams and chutneys; and a farmers' market. This is still a working farm, so if you want to, you can even watch the cows being milked in the dairy! The website has full details of all the attractions. The main walk is suitable for wheelchairs (albeit rather bumpy), and mobility scooters can be hired. Full details are on the website. Dogs are allowed (but must be on a lead) but cyclists are not allowed to ride through the woods. (A rail is provided to which bikes can be securely locked.) Car parking is in an adjacent field. There's a picnic area, though you can't picnic in the woods themselves. The farm hosts school visits as well - the woodlands are an important wildlife conservation habitat. In 2011 entry for adults was £4.

From the owner: The Arlington Bluebell Walk and Farm Trails are open between April and May. Six walks covering…read morewoodlands, fields, riverbanks and three working farms. Open during the spring, the walk through Beatons Wood is wheelchair friendly and provides an opportunity to enjoy enchanting vistas of wood anemones and bluebells. On this walk there are seats for you to enjoy the peace and tranquility of the ancient oak and hornbeam wood. Along all of the walks there are illustrated information signs describing the flora and fauna of the countryside. With busy tearooms and other attractions the walks help raise money for national charities and local projects.

Toad Hall Adventure play is open 7 days a week and offers soft play facilities for children from…read morebabies through to juniors. There's a good under 3s section with a ball pit and 2-stage climbing frame (soft). There are some sit-on soft toys and some blocks. The floor is a bit suspect and there's a bit of an old smell to the area - nothing terrible but you do notice it. The play equipment appears safe but could be in better condition. The main soft play is a triple height affair with climbing, balls, slides and chutes. It's safe and in better condition than the toddler area. At weekends and after school this place can get packed but, during the day it's not too bad. A cafe facility is available serving teas, coffees, soft drinks and snacks. The prices are reasonable. Tables are kept away from the soft play being behind a low wall. They are OK but there's not a good view of the play area meaning that it's hard to have a coffee and take care of your child. For many parents this just seems to mean that they don't watch their child and so you do have to be careful that your child doesn't get set upon by unrully kids. It's not a particularly comfortable place but it's a good local option for a rainy day. Car parking is available.

A beautifully serene environment, quiet, far spaced from the rest of town, but quite a trek out…read morefrom the main Pier. -Would recommend a quiet jog or a walk with the dogs or a friend -Picturesque and a great place to enjoy your own thoughts -Be prepared for a long walk - at least 30min from the Brighton Palace Pier

One of Brighton's less well known treasures is the undercliff walk that starts by the Marina and…read moregoes 5km past Ovingdean and Rottingdean to Saltdean. It's excellent for an afternoon stroll or a cycle ride, and you can access the main coast road from any of the above-mentioned places, if you want to catch one of the frequent buses back to town. The walk is actually a sea-wall, built originally in the 1930s to prevent to erosion of the chalk cliffs. It has been rebuilt and enhanced many time since then, most recently after a series of cliff falls a few years ago. Walking along it - especially on a bright, sunny day - is almost a surreal experience. After a few minutes, you leave behind the sprawl of the modern Brighton Marina with its shops and flats with their legoland architecture, and experience the contrast of the dazzling white chalk cliffs, 25m high, on the one side, with the changing shore on the other: now rockpools, now shingle, now great rocks. The white of the cliffs and the concrete on a sunny day really can be overpowering - sunglasses are essential. As well as the stunning geology - all manner of fossils have been found in the cliffs - it is the nesting site for several types of birds, and the rock pools have the usual array of shore life. There are regular access points (steps) to the sea every 100m or so. There are small beaches at each of Ovingdean, Rottingdean and Saltdean, with a small cafe (and toilets) at Ovingdean. The pubs and shops of Rottingdean are a few minutes' walk from the path. There are no life guard facilities at any of the beaches, so swimming or paddling is at your own risk (plenty of people do it). The attraction is that the beaches are much quieter than those in central Brighton. Access via ramps (for wheelchairs, prams etc) is available at the Marina (next to Asda car park), Rottingdean and Saltdean, but not Ovingdean, where there is a long flight of steps. The slopes at Rottingdean are quite steep. Users are also advised to take care during storms, when the sea crashes over the sea wall!