Rottingdean Seaside

Historic and picturesque - quite unique, that's the best way to describe the charming seaside village of Rottingdean, five kilometres from the city of Brighton. The village has a rich history and its story is one of endless fascination and great historical interest.

Nestling between the sea and South Downs, Rottingdean offers a blend of traditional village life, contrasting coast and scenic countryside - a rich and diverse experience.

Enjoy the beauty and charm of this thriving village which captivated the poet and author Rudyard Kipling (Born Bombay, 1865 - 1936), resident from 1897 - 1902. Nobel Prize Winner for literature 1907.

Experience the intimate, yet friendly atmosphere of Rottingdean with its original tea rooms, picturesque cottages, antique shops, inns and restaurants. Enjoy the scenic coastal undercliff walks, the rugged shoreline and the pebble beach.

Immerse yourself in the heritage and culture of the village at the Grange Art Gallery and Museum.

Ideal base for touring East and West Sussex. Close by is the ancient town of Lewes and Glyndebourne, famous for its music and opera festivals.

Local leisure and recreational activities: Golf, horse racing, pitch and putt, horse riding, fishing, Brighton Marina, sailing, bowling, cinema, Saltdean Lido, swimming, tennis, basketball.

Rottingdean has one of the oldest Cricket clubs in England with records of a match in 1758.