English Heritage sites near Westmeston Parish
BRAMBER CASTLE
10 miles from Westmeston Parish
The remains of a Norman castle on the banks of the River Adur, founded by William de Braose soon after the Norman Conquest.
PEVENSEY CASTLE
20 miles from Westmeston Parish
With a history stretching back over 16 centuries, Pevensey Castle chronicles more graphically than any other fortress the story of Britain's south coast defences.
BAYHAM OLD ABBEY
23 miles from Westmeston Parish
Bayham Abbey makes a fascinating day out on the Kent Sussex border. The impressive ruins include much of the 13th to 15th-century church, the chapter house, and a picturesque 14th-century gatehouse.
1066 BATTLE OF HASTINGS, ABBEY AND BATTLEFIELD
25 miles from Westmeston Parish
For a memorable family day out in Sussex visit Battle Abbey, the site of the 1066 Battle of Hastings. An enjoyable way to discover more about the most famous date in English history.
BOXGROVE PRIORY
27 miles from Westmeston Parish
The guest house and other remains of a Benedictine priory: much of the fine 12th to 14th century monastic church survives as the parish church.
HOME OF CHARLES DARWIN - DOWN HOUSE
29 miles from Westmeston Parish
Down House is a site of outstanding international significance. Here the famous scientist Charles Darwin lived with his family for forty years and worked on his revolutionary theories.
Churches in Westmeston Parish
St Martin - The Beacon Parish
Lewes Rd (B2116 )
Westmeston
Hassocks
01273 843165
http://www.beaconparishes.org
St Martin's church is located on the B2116 in Westmeston about one mile east of Ditchling.
Pubs in Westmeston Parish
Mid Sussex Golf Club
Spatham Lane, Ditchling, BN6 8XJ
(01273) 846567
midsussexgolfclub.co.uk/