Pictures of Friston

in the county of East Sussex

Take a picture tour of Friston

Friston Pictures
Friston Hotels
Submit a history of Friston
Friston Attractions
Nearby Towns
Submit Pictures
Friston Map
Add town to favourites

About Friston

Pleasant place, a short distance away from the famous Sussex Heritage Coast and where the South Downs Way nudges the coastline, taking in Birling Gap and Beachy Head from which there are spectacular sea views.

Friston is well known for its beautiful forest. Found a few miles inland from the bare ridge of the incredible rock formation of the Seven Sisters, this superb beechwood is not yet 80 years old. Planting began in 1927 when fast-growing pines where used to protect the young beeches against severe coastal weather so that their growth remained unhindered. Now that the beeches are fully established, many of the pines have been felled, leaving behind magical coppices of glorious trees. The soft ground beneath your feet is dappled by the rays of the sun, highlighting nature's precious gifts of flora and fauna.

This cheerful forest is an enjoyable place for a happy family visit. There are waymarked routes for walkers and for the more energetic, cycle routes have been thoughtfully planned. Friston forest is a place with plenty of space, so that you can almost wander at will, taking time to tarry and observe the many species of wildlife who thrive amongst the trees and bushes of this glorious habitat. Deer have been known to roam in 'out of the way' glades, they are shy creatures but you just might be lucky and catch a glimpse of one.

Friston is close to where the River Cuckmere greets the sea and from nearby Exceat Bridge there are lovely views of the wildlife inhabited watermeadows of the Cuckmere estuary. This fascinating area forms part of the Seven Sisters Country Park, there are planned nature trails and along the river there are hides for watching the wealth of wildlife this beautiful area supports.

Add town to favourites

Recommended towns & villages near Friston

	Birling Gap The Birling Gap is a coastal hamlet on the South Downs in East Sussex, situated on the Information \| Pictures (44) \| Hotels
	Alfriston Alfriston occupies a favoured position in the beautiful Cuckmere Gap and serves as a tourist village to which hoards of visitors flock to enjoy the many well preserved fine old buildings to be seen, one of the most important being the local church... Information \| Pictures (27) \| Hotels
	Eastbourne Eastbourne, is a genteel town, that owes it's distictiveness to the 7th Duke of Devonshire... Information \| Pictures (258) \| Hotels
	Newhaven Best known for its cross channel ferries and for its fort built in the 1860's as part of Britain's coastal defences, but which is now a fascinating museum offering visitors the opportunity to experience a massive fortress at first hand... Information \| Pictures (26) \| Hotels
	Telscombe The tranquillity of this attractive little village is owed to its seclusion. Telscombe rests in a fold of beautiful Sussex countryside, and the fact that it is difficult to reach from the coast, adds to its charms... Information \| Pictures (3) \| Hotels

All towns in East Sussex
Complete A to Z of towns in England

Recommended attractions near Friston

	Seven Sisters Country Park Designated a site of Special Scientific Interest, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), the Seven Sisters Country Park..... Information \| Pictures (54) \| Hotels
	Beachy Head Beachy Head, with its dramatic white cliffs and gently undulating downs, is an area of outstanding natural beauty and..... Information \| Pictures (67) \| Hotels
	The Long Man Where he comes from nobody knows, nor does anyone know the identity of this 240 foot figure of a man carved into the side of a..... Information \| Pictures (8) \| Hotels
	Alfriston Clergy House Amongst the treasures of this town is the first house to be acquired by the National Trust, this is the magnificent Priest's, or..... Information \| Pictures (3) \| Hotels
	Seaford Museum .. Information \| Pictures (2) \| Hotels

All attractions in Friston
All attractions in East Sussex
Complete A to Z of attractions in England

Hotels & Accommodation in Friston

	Hydro Hotel Mount Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, England (3.4 miles, 5.4 km, direction E) A country house hotel by the sea. A long established hotel set in an elevated position offering impressive views of the sea and Sussex Downs. From the moment you arrive at the hotel it will be the b... More info and book online.. Price from £60.00
	The Devonshire Park Hotel Carlisle Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, East Sussex, England (3.4 miles, 5.5 km, direction E) The Devonshire Park Hotel is an Elegant Victorian Property located in one of the finest positions in Eastbourne. Opposite Devonshire Park and The Congress Theatre, in the heart of Eastbourne's Cultura... More info and book online.. Price from £50.00
	Cherry Tree Hotel 15 Silverdale Road, Lower Meads, Eastbourne, East Sussex, England (3.5 miles, 5.6 km, direction E) This is a charming Edwardian guest house with award-winning hospitality. The Cherry Tree is located near to the seafront, theatres, restaurants, cultural centre and conference venues. This Visit Br... More info and book online.. Price from £45.00
	The Grand Hotel King Edward Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, England (3.5 miles, 5.7 km, direction E) The management and staff welcome you to the award winning Grand Hotel, also known as 'The White Palace'. Standing imperiously at the west end of King Edward's Parade and dominating the shore line. T... More info and book online.. Price from £120.00
	The Gladwyn 16 Blackwater Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, England (3.5 miles, 5.7 km, direction E) The Gladwyn has ten comfortable en suite rooms which have all been refurbished and redecorated using unique themes and imaginative colours. You will also find some very nice original art work around t... More info and book online.. Price from £32.00

More Friston hotels...

Nearby travel help

Eastbourne Station	(3.6 miles, 5.8 km, direction E)
Hampden Park Station	(4.1 miles, 6.7 km, direction NE)
M23 Junction 10A	(28.0 miles, 45.1 km, direction NW)
M23 Junction 11	(28.5 miles, 45.8 km, direction NW)
London Gatwick Airport	(31.7 miles, 51.0 km, direction NW)
Lydd Airport	(35.1 miles, 56.4 km, direction NE)
Friston to London	(53.6 miles, 86.3 km, direction N)