Peacehaven sits at the top of chalk cliffs overlooking the English Channel, 6 miles (10km) east of Brighton. The town was conceived by Charles Neville as a place for those returning from the horrors of the Great War, as having "homes fit for heroes". Plots of land were made available to build your own home, and by 1924 there were just over 3000 people living in the new town. It was laid out in a grid plan a mile long and a half a mile back from the cliffs (rather like a Roman town). Originally called New Anzac-on-Sea but after the disaster at Gallipoli its name was changed to Peacehaven. At each end of the town were tall, white stone pillars to mark the eastern and western boundaries; only the western ones are still in place. Today Peacehaven is a thriving town of over 13,000, with all the facilities one would expect of a town of this size. The Greenwich Meridian passes through the town and there is a monument marking the place where the meridian leaves the cliffs and passes into the English Channel.
Dentist
Dental Surgery
Hoddern House Dental Practice
Peacehaven Dental Practice
Doctor
Estate Agent
Lampons Residential
Marshall Brian
Phillip Mann Estate Agents
Sargeants
The Home Shop
Pub and Bar
Badgers Watch
Dewdrop Inn
Good Companions
Sussex Coaster
Telscombe Tavern
White Schooner
School
Solicitor
D S Bosher & Co
Lawson Lewis & Co
Taxi
Coastal CabsOcean Taxis
Premier Cabs
South Coast Streamline
Activities
Air Adventure Paragliding(Airsports)
Places to Stay near Peacehaven
White Horse Hotel (2.41 miles)
With a dramatic location on the cliffs and spectacular views out over the sea, the White Horse Hotel is located on the edge of the South Downs, just 3 miles (5 ... More
Premier Inn Newhaven (2.71 miles)
The Downs Hotel (4.34 miles)
Hotel Seattle (4.50 miles)
Welcome to Seattle. A contemporary hotel with big personality on the waterfront at Brighton Marina. Uniquely located to make the best of Brighton’s vibrant life and also somewhere to enjoy ... More
Silverdale Hotel (4.89 miles)
- We are perfectly situated in the heart of the town
- First Class home cooking
- Special diets are catered for
- Vegetarians are more than welcome
- There is a ... More | visit website
The Avondale (4.91 miles)
The Avondale is conveniently situated in the heart of Seaford within walking distance of the wide beaches, excellent sports facilities, restaurants, shops, churches and museums. we have a large dining room which is available for ... More | visit website
Newmarket Inn (5.13 miles)
With a convenient location, right on the A27 between Brighton and Lewes, this comfortable hotel, bar and restaurant offers a mix of traditional values and modern facilities. Newmarket Inn offers excellent access ... More
Shelleys Hotel (5.36 miles)
Pelham House (5.40 miles)
Pelham House is a 16th Century Town House Hotel in East Sussex. Restored to create a stylish venue it combines elegance and history, and is just 10mins from Brighton.
Pelham House offers 31 ... More
White Hart Hotel (5.42 miles)
This charming 16th century coaching inn with Tudor beams and log fire has been magnificently extended to include a leisure complex with swimming pool, sauna, steam room and gymnasium. Enjoy historic public rooms, carvery restaurant, ... More | visit website
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