Holiday Cottages in St Leonards-on-Sea East Sussex

St Leonards on Sea lies to the west of the seaside town of Hastings, just a short walk along the promenade. Originally an old fishing village, St. Leonard's suddenly found itself at the centre of a tourist boom during the 19th century after builder James Burton decided to create a smaller version of Brighton. Many wealthier people were encouraged to visit and appreciate the healthy benefits of the sea and sea air. Today St Leonards merges into the larger town of Hastings but many of the beautiful Victorian buildings remain tucked away behind the sea front and a stroll around these streets will uncover many gems. Queen Victoria paid many a visit to the town staying in James Burtons House which was built in London and transported to the new town by sea. The house was renamed Crown House after her visit. The former St Leonards Hotel, now the Royal Victoria still has Queen Victoria's signature in the guest book.

Other places of Interest include Norman Road which has been famous for its antique shops and is enjoying a current revival with many quirky and diverse businesses being established. The chef Nick Hales, who spent 16 years in London at restaurants such as Le Caprice and L'Odeon, opened St Clement's in St Leonards (with a Michelin bib gourmand) , and QOL Fine foods a deli/café with an artistic flare serving wholesome, mostly homemade or carefully sourced food are just a couple of the delights waiting to be enjoyed. The southern end of Norman road leads into Warrior square gardens and then directly onto the promenade. The sea front of St Leonards is dominated by the art Deco apartment block, Marine Court, built in 1937 modelled on the Ocean Liner Queen Mary and now known locally as "The Ship ". Here you will find further evidence of St Leonards revival with a host of quality restaurants and food outlets with sea front seating continental style !

Throughout the summer St Leonards plays host to many outdoor events, the annual St Leonards Festival being worth a visit if the music of the "80.s appeals ! A stroll towards Hastings will take you past the Pier and White Rock Theatre and eventually into Hastings town centre with excellent shopping and weekly outdoor craft and continental food markets.

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