Thursday 18 April 2013

As The Crow Flies

As the crow flies Seaford is a great place to have a break away. It is a very convenient stop off point if you are travelling to the continent using the ferry terminal at Newhaven being only a whisper away from Seaford, a total of four miles.

If your thing is to be out and about there are plenty of hills to get your teeth into:
 
  • Bird watching.
  • Cycling.
  • Exploring and looking for fossils.
  • Local history; the list is endless. 
Seaford is situated at the foot of the South Downs. Seaford Head which forms part of the South Downs has some of the most breathtaking scenery and idyllic walks in the country of which one of its most famous is the Seven Sisters and includes within it:

  • Seven Sisters Country Park;
  • Seven Sisters sheep centre; and
  • close by the quaint and historic villages of Alfriston and East Dean. 
In safe hands
For joggers, walkers, dog walkers, old and young alike Seaford’s seafront promenade stretches for over one and a half miles enticing and inviting you to enjoy it ambiance and tranquillity. 
The beach also had its own volunteer lifeguards whose purpose is to keep Seaford Bay free from danger and prevent loss of life through drowning. They do this by training volunteers from all walks of life in:

  • water safety;
  • first aid;
  • boat handling;
  • radio operation; and
  • Resuscitation.
The beach is patrolled from May to September at weekends and bank holidays. Established in 1970 the organisation has grown into a world class lifeguard service and training centre.
A Jewel in the Crown
The Seven Sisters country park visitors centre is located in an 18th century barn and has readily available a lot of information about the Park. You can meander through displays that detail the history geology and wildlife in the park. The shop provides you with the opportunity to buy souvenirs leaflets and maps. On hand are knowledgeable volunteers happy to give you information about the best walks and where to find the wildlife.
As the crow flies Seaford boasts a myriad of activities for a quaint town.
There is a:
 
  • regular folk club,
  • choral society,
  • historical guided tours of Seaford,
  • traditional French market,
  • local rotary club,
  • barn dances, to mention but a few.
If you are seeking entertainment and refreshment Seaford boasts 11 pubs catering for every taste and even its own nightclub.
Plenty to keep you busy
Whether you want to relax, be active, explore its historical past, Seaford will give you just this opportunity The perfect place to take a short break relax and unwind you may be so taken with the tranquil atmosphere that you may think about investing in your own bolt hole far from the maddening crowds. If you do ponder this idea then don’t forget to give David Jordan Estate Agents call or email us using the details on our website......
T: 01323 898414

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