The Royal Eastbourne Golf Club

Golf at Royal Eastbourne means championship greens overlooking the Sussex coast, just inland from Pevensey. This isn't a casual par-3 nine-holer - it's a proper 18-hole course with real teeth, designed for golfers who know their way around a scorecard. The layout winds through mature parkland, and on a clear day you'll catch glimpses toward the sea. Membership is the way in here, so day visitors aren't simply wandering on. Worth ringing ahead on 01323 729738 to ask about guest play if you're staying nearby.

The club itself has that English golf club feel - all wood panelling and tradition - though the focus is squarely on the course. You're looking at a proper four to four-and-a-half hours for a full round. Golfers serious about their game will get the most from it; casual players might find it demanding. Families without golf ambitions would struggle to justify the trip, to be honest.

If you're staying at Pevensey Bay Holiday Park just 4.5 miles away, or the five-star Warren Wood Country Park slightly further out, this works as a day outing for the keen golfer in your group while others explore the local attractions. The location - so close to Pevensey itself with its castle and seafront - means you're well positioned to split activities. But ring first. The club's membership-focused, and availability for visitors isn't guaranteed.