Top days out for groups

Group days out in the South East

Discover our top property picks for groups in the south east.

Re-enactors at 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield

1066 BATTLE OF HASTINGS, ABBEY AND BATTLEFIELD

Take your group to 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield, the place where William became the Conquerer, and where a new nation was born. Here they can relive the drama of 1066 with our audio guide to the battlefield, explore the all-weather hands-on exhibition and find a quiet spot for reflection in the remains of the Abbey or the Walled Garden.

  • Coach drop-off - call property for details 
  • Catering - Café 
  • Shop
  • Guided Tours - call property for details
  • Audio Guide
  • Advance booking required 
  • Average length of visit: 2-3 hours
  • Nearby attractions - Pevensey Castle, Battle, Bodiam Castle, Eastbourne, Hastings, Kent & East Sussex Railway
Visitors at Carisbrooke Chapel

CARISBROOKE CASTLE

At Carisbrooke your group can walk the battlements, climb to the top of the keep, visit the Carisbrooke Museum and meet the famous Carisbrooke donkeys, who are always a hit with our visitors.

Dover Castle on the White Cliffs

DOVER CASTLE

Give your group the keys to England's most iconic castle. They can meet King Henry II and his court in the Great Tower, uncover the story of the Dunkirk evacuation in the Secret Wartime Tunnels, and tour the mighty battlements.

Visitors at Down House, the former home of Charles Darwin

HOME OF CHARLES DARWIN (DOWN HOUSE)

Visit the house that inspired Charles Darwin. Your group can tour the rooms where he wrote his famous works, get their hands on our interactive exhibition and explore Darwin's 'outdoor laboratory', where many of his garden experiments have been recreated.

The Swiss Cottage at Osborne

OSBORNE

Take your group into the private world of Queen Victoria and her royal family at Osborne. Here they can visit magnificent Royal Apartments, experience royal childhood at the Swiss Cottage, explore beautiful grounds and discover Victoria's very own private beach.

  • Coach parking
  • Catering - Terrace Restaurant, Swiss Cottage Gazelle House, Beach Café, Visitor Centre Café
  • Shop
  • Guided Tours - call property for details 
  • Advacne booking required for guided tours 
  • Average length of visit: 4-5 hours
  • Nearby attractions - Appuldurcombe House, Carisbrooke Castle, Yarmouth Castle

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