Holywell Retreat Beach - East Sussex Coast

Visit Holywell Retreat

Holywell Retreat beach in the South Downs in East Sussex, is a popular visitor destination with seafront chalets available for hire.

Visitors can take the Dotto Land seafront train from here which runs along Eastbourne seafront.

This beach is …

A Sand And Shingle Beach
Family Friendly

What to see and do

Hire A Beach Chalet
Take The Seafront Train

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Places to stay

Holiday park

Holiday accommodation near this beach

Have a great day out by the coast

Getting To Holywell Retreat

Beach Location

King Edwards Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex BN20 7XB

Parking

There is a carpark close to the beach

Nearest Train

Eastbourne Station (Southern Railway)

Getting There

Map of Holywell Retreat Beach

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Holywell Retreat Dogs Policy

Dogs are allowed year-round west of the Wish Tower.

Leads advised in summer.

Quiet, tucked away, and excellent for dogs who enjoy cliffs more than crowds.

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What’s On along the Coast

Throughout the year there are a series of events and festivals taking place along the Coast in 2026. Find out What’s On from food festivals to cultural and sporting events.

Get active on the beach

Find the best beaches for water sports. Learn to kitesurf, surf or sail at schools around the UK. Lessons are available to suit all abilities.