Things to see and do
Discover the Castle
Explore Pevensey Castle's 16 centuries of history.
Climb the battlements, take in the view across the Sussex countryside and head down into the dungeon and basement rooms.
Explore the Castle Grounds
Pevensey Castle is surrounded by beautiful open space, pefect for a stroll or dog-walk.
Get up close to the castle moat and admire the beautifully preserved architecture of the walls and battlements.
Enjoy our Exhibits
From an impressive cannon to Second World War-era pill boxes cunningly hidden amid the castle walls, see and enjoy all the exhibits on display at Pevensey Castle.
You’ll discover stories of massacre, sieges and royal prisoners through Pevensey’s history. Read more about Joan Navarre and her imprisonment at Pevensey. Find out how Second World War soldiers interacted with local people. Don’t miss the recreated 1940 commander’s office.
1066 Connections
Pevensey is famously where William the Conqueror landed his army in 1066, before meeting King Harold Godwinson in battle at what is now the site of Battle Abbey.
The abbey and the famous 1066 battlefield is just a short drive from Pevensey Castle.
Folktale creature trails
Looking for an adventure with your little ones? You'll love our folktale inspired trails, where children can discover magical creatures from English myths and legends.
Each of our three trails has six unique creatures to meet and two captivating audio stories to enjoy when you get home. Complete a trail to earn a special certificate marking your achievement.
The trails are completely free to take part in, and will rotate to different locations throughout the year. Find out the sites taking part.