The Rough Guide to Kent, Sussex & Surrey

Practical travel guide to Kent, Sussex & Surrey featuring points-of-interest structured lists of all sights and off-the-beaten-track treasures, with detailed colour-coded maps, practical details about what to see and to do in Kent, Sussex & Surrey. The Rough Guide to Kent, Sussex & Surrey also includes details on how to get there and around, pre-departure information, as well as top time-saving tips, like a visual list of things not to miss in Kent, Sussex & Surrey, expert author picks and itineraries to help you plan your trip.

The Rough Guide to Kent, Sussex & Surrey covers: Canterbury and around; North Kent; East Kent; The Kent Weald; The Sussex High Weald; East Sussex Downs; Brighton; West Sussex; Surrey.

Inside this travel guide you'll find:

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER

Experiences for every kind of trip to Kent, Sussex & Surrey, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in the Devil's Punch Bowl to family activities in child-friendly places, like The Seven Sisters and Beachy Head or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Canterbury Cathedral.

PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS

Essential pre-departure information including Kent, Sussex & Surrey entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more.

TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES

Carefully planned routes covering the best of Kent, Sussex & Surrey give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip.

DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE

Clear structure within each sightseeing chapter includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options.

INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCAL

Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for exploring medieval buildings and historic houses or visiting glorious gardens, art galleries and farmers’ markets.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISS

Rough Guides' rundown of Canterbury, Chichester, Broadstairs and Alfriston's best sights and top experiences helps to make the most of each trip to Kent, Sussex & Surrey, even in a short time.

HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS

Written by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, to help to find the best places in Kent, Sussex & Surrey, matching different needs.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter features fascinating insights into Kent, Sussex & Surrey, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary.

FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY

Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Bodiam Castle and the spectacular Camber Sands.

COLOUR-CODED MAPPING

Practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in Hastings, Brighton and many more locations in Kent, Sussex & Surrey, reduce need to go online.

USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT

With helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time.