The Who Exhibition: An Immersive Journey

The Who Exhibition pulls off something properly clever - it's not just a gallery of memorabilia and photographs, though there's plenty of that. You're walking through decades of rock history in Sussex, which feels fitting given the band's roots in this part of England. The exhibition covers everything from the mod era through to their later work, with actual instruments, stage costumes, and handwritten notes on display.

It's the kind of place that rewards proper fans but doesn't alienate casual listeners either. You'll spend a good two to three hours here if you read the context around each section, though you could dash through in an hour if time's tight. The immersive bits - the video content, the audio installations - do genuinely add something beyond what you'd get from a museum case.

Hastings is just down the road, so it works well as part of a broader day out rather than a destination in itself. Combine it with a walk along the seafront or a visit to the old town's independent shops and you've got a solid afternoon sorted. If you're staying at Seven Acre Woods nearby, it's an easy drive over and breaks up the holiday routine nicely, especially if your kids are into music at all. The admission cost isn't negligible, but it's worth checking their website for any combination deals with other local attractions.