Visitor Attractions

Castle Hill Nature Reserve  
On the cliffs adjacent to Newhaven Fort and close to the Marina, this nature reserve is a site of special scientific interest and offers one of the best views of Newhaven and Seaford Head. The chalk grassland has a multitude of plant life and birdlife including the rare dartford warbler and peregrine falcon.
Distance from Newhaven Marina: 0.4 miles
   

 
Newhaven Fort  
The Fort was built in the 1860's and has ramparts, guns and other original features which provide an exciting view of England's wartime past. Thanks to recent renovation, the fort is an enjoyable family destination. Situated on Castle Hill, close to and overlooking the Marina.
Open 10.30.am to 6.pm daily in summer, 10.30.am to 4.pm weekends in winter.
Distance from Newhaven Marina: 0.4 miles
   
Tel +44 (0)1273 517622
Web www.newhavenfort.org.uk

 
Newhaven Local and Maritime Museum  
Situated next to Paradise Park, the Maritime Museum offers a wealth of local knowledge into the history of the town. Open 2.pm to 5.pm weekends, 2.pm to 4.pm daily in summer.
Distance from Newhaven Marina: 1.5 miles (1.3 miles walking)
   
Tel +44 (0)1273 512530

 
Ouse Estuary Nature Reserve  
An exciting new open space on land to the east of the town, consisting of natural marshland and reedbeds at the mouth of the River Ouse. The reserve has a nationally important colony of great crested newts, a protected species.
Distance from Newhaven Marina: approx 2.5 miles
   

 
Paradise Park Paradise Park
Something for all the family including a unique blend of exotic planthouses, and a vast garden and gift centre with terrace café overlooking the gardens. A museum of natural history with huge replica dinosaurs and a playzone with crazy golf and radio-controlled boats.
Avis Way, Denton, Newhaven.
Distance from Newhaven Marina: 1.5 miles (1.2 miles walking)
   
Tel +44 (0)1273 512123
Email
Web www.paradisepark.co.uk

 
Sea Angling and Fish Market  
Organised fishing trips over wrecks, reef and open ground. Deep sea fishing. Various operators, based at Newhaven Marina. Local, freshly caught fish can be purchased at West Quay.
Distance from Newhaven Marina: 0 miles
   

 
Seahaven  
A five lane heated pool, children's pool, gymnasium and sunbed facilities. Chapel Street, Newhaven.
Distance from Newhaven Marina: 0.9 miles (0.6 miles walking)
   
Tel +44 (0)1273 512498

 
St Michael's Church  
Anglican/Methodist. Built along the lines of the French church at Yainville, St Michaels Newhaven occupies an elevated position overlooking the town. The church dates to the 11th century and has a Norman apse. Church Hill, Newhaven.
Distance from Newhaven Marina: 0.8 miles
   
Tel +44 (0)1273 515251

 
Transmanche Ferries Transmanche Ferries
Take a day trip to France! Special rates and offers. Leave 8.am, arrive 1.pm, return Dieppe 6.pm, arrive Newhaven 11.pm. Transmanch Ferries Passenger Terminal
Distance from Newhaven Marina: 0.6 miles
   
Tel +44 (0)800 9171201
Web www.transmancheferries.com

 
West Beach  
Situated at the base of Newhaven Fort, and close to the Marina, this is one of the very few sandy beaches in East Sussex. The beach is next to the entrance to Newhaven harbour and is an excellent point from which to view cross-channel ferries, yachts and sailing boats.
Distance from Newhaven Marina: 0.6 miles
   

 
     
Please note: The independent businesses listed here operate from Newhaven Marina but are otherwise completely unconnected and unassociated with Newhaven Marina Ltd.