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Herstmonceux Castle, East Sussex. Taken in 1986

Herstmonceux

in the county of East Sussex

Bembridge Windmill

Bembridge

in the county of Isle of Wight

Pictures of Leysdown-on-Sea

in the county of Kent

About Leysdown-on-Sea

This is a busy Kentish coastal holiday resort which has sandy beaches and safe shallow waters, thus the beach is ideal for sunbathing and to swim from.

Apart from mile after mile of sand, the region has no shortage of open green spaces for leisure, pleasure and where you can often discover the area's wildlife.

Leysdown is a bustling place with pubs, shops, fish 'n' chips, cafe's and seaside amusements. It also has a widely noted beach available for anyone wishing to bathe in a natural state - this is in a secluded position and is designated for naturists.

This is an excellent place for a family holiday, visitors will find rows of attractive chalet's, caravan parks, hotels and bed and breakfast accommodation.

Recommended towns & villages near Leysdown-on-Sea

Faversham, Kent

Faversham (80 Pictures) a Historic Market Town in the county of Kent

(5.7 miles, 9.2 km, direction S of Leysdown-on-Sea)

There is record of settlements in the area in pre-historic times, it is known that the Romans and the Anglo-Saxons both established villages...

Looking towards Minster Cliffs and the Leas  Minster, Isle of Sheppey

Sheerness (22 Pictures) in the county of Kent

(7.3 miles, 11.8 km, direction W of Leysdown-on-Sea)

This is the port to which Nelson's body was brought home following his untimely death after his glorious victory at the Battle of Trafalgar...

St Martin's Church

Canterbury (346 Pictures) a Historic City in the county of Kent

(10.6 miles, 17.1 km, direction SE of Leysdown-on-Sea)

Canterbury is an exquisite joyous place, it is submerged in history and is considered to be the birthplace of English Christianity. It glows with an abundance of charm, mostly.....

Chilham walk crossing the River Stour (1)

Chilham (43 Pictures) a Picturesque Village in the county of Kent

(10.8 miles, 17.4 km, direction S of Leysdown-on-Sea)

A wonderful historic village set in the beautiful Kent Downs, above the valley of the River Stour. The village's medieval square gives a real sense of history, with its stunning timber-framed buildings, ancient church and fantastic medieval castle...

Chalkwell Esplanade. 1 May 2005

Southend-on-Sea (123 Pictures) a Seaside Town in the county of Essex

(13.4 miles, 21.6 km, direction NW of Leysdown-on-Sea)

Southend-on-Sea is mostly known for its long pier and large amusement park - Adventure Island, which has rides to suit all tastes and all ages...

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Sunset at Emley

Isle of Sheppey (21 Pictures)

(4.3 miles, 6.9 km, direction W)

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Canterbury Cathedral

Canterbury Cathedral (170 Pictures)

(10.6 miles, 17.0 km, direction SE)

This magnificent cathedral has been a place of pilgrimage for hundreds of years. It was the scene of Thomas a' Becket's murder.....

Sir John Boy's House (kings Gallery) Circa 1647

Sir John Boy's House (5 Pictures)

(10.7 miles, 17.2 km, direction SE)

The Crooked House of Canterbury, otherwise known as Sir John Boys house, is an eye-catching feature of Palace Street, and is.....

Canterbury Royal Museum. Canterbury, Kent

Canterbury Royal Museum & Art Gallery (2 Pictures)

(10.7 miles, 17.2 km, direction SE)

The Canterbury Royal Museum is housed in a magnificent Victorian building of russet brick and impressive black and white timber.....

A picture of Reculver Towers & Roman Fort

Reculver Towers & Roman Fort (12 Pictures)

(12.0 miles, 19.3 km, direction E)

Standing sheer on a dramatic headland the twin towered west front of the 12th-century Church of St. Mary at Reculver is the.....

Adventure Island, formely known as Peter Pans

Adventure Island (4 Pictures)

(12.8 miles, 20.6 km, direction NW)

This is the number one theme park in the Southeast of England, a great place for anyone at any age, especially children and tiny.....

Leeds Castle in Kent

Leeds Castle (333 Pictures)

(16.3 miles, 26.2 km, direction SW)

Listed in the Domesday Book, this castle has been a Norman stronghold, a royal residence for six of England's medieval queens, a.....


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