Our Local Area
Scotney Castle
Enjoy a day of history in the beautiful surroundings of the National Trust property of Scotney Castle, with the house, estate, garden, shop and tearoom to explore. Available at a 20 minute drive from Sunninglye and is the perfect place for a family day out, especially during the Summer season.
7 miles from Sunninglye.
Bedgebury Pinetum
The National Pinetum is home to over 12,000 trees, and miles of opportunities for cycling, mountain-biking, walking and orienteering. There is also a Go Ape tree top adventure, a café and plenty of space for a peaceful picnic surrounded by beautiful conifers.
10 miles from Sunninglye.
Bewl Water
Located at a 20 minute drive from Sunninglye, Bewl Water is the largest area of open water in the South East. It is the location for an excellent family day out for cycling, fishing, walking, and other leisure activities.
8 miles from Sunninglye.
South East Coast
Only 40 minutes to an hour from Sunninglye, the South East Coast is suitable for all, with the natural beauty of Camber Sands, or the popular seaside town of Brighton, there is a coastal experience available for everyone.
30 miles from Sunninglye.
The Pantiles
Arguably the most well known area of Royal Tunbridge Wells, The Pantiles is a wonderful area to dine, drink and shop within the history of the spa town. From pubs and cafés and fine dining experiences, The Pantiles is not a place to miss.
4 miles from Sunninglye.
Local Walks
Kent and Sussex has over 2,395km of footpaths, bridleways and byways with walks that can be enjoyed by everyone. If you love nature, the unique landscape of The High Weald provides self-guided walks, nature trails and long-distances routes that are to be enjoyed on our doorstep.
https://www.highweald.org/explore-sussex/walking-and-cycling/627-walks.html
Penshurst Place and Gardens
Home of a 14th Century Manor House and eleven acres of formal gardens, Penshurst Place is a place for a whole day of adventure. With plenty of space for lunchtime picnics, cycling routes and estate walks, there's even a Maize Maze during the school summer holidays.
10 miles from Sunninglye.
Bodium Castle
Another local National Trust property, Bodium Castle is a 14th Century moated castle with a ruined interior. Home to a variety of wildlife including one of the largest bat roosts in the South East, conservation projects such as their wildflower meadows and a castle-view café. National Trust properties never fail to provide an ideal family day out.
17 miles from Sunninglye.
Groombridge Place
With six formal gardens, an enchanted forest, owl and rapture centre and canal boat on the River Grom, Groombridge Place is a mysterious and enchanted place for endless activities and opportunities for fun. There's also giant chess and giant swings, and the chance to make a teepee in the treetops.
8 miles from Sunninglye.