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Saint Leonards-on-Sea

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Saint Leonards-on-Sea

Saint Leonards-on-Sea is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Bexhill-on-Sea, 30km from Seven Sisters Cliffs.

Saint Leonards-on-Sea is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 10,001, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Saint Leonards-on-Sea sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Saint Leonards-on-Sea to your route.

About Saint Leonards-on-Sea

West St Leonards railway station is on the Hastings line in the south of England and is one of four stations that serve Hastings and St Leonards, East Sussex. It is 60 miles 59 chains (97.7 km) down the line from London Charing Cross. The station and all trains serving it are operated by Southeastern.

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Where is Saint Leonards-on-Sea located?

Saint Leonards-on-Sea is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 50.8556 latitude, 0.5452 longitude.

What is the population of Saint Leonards-on-Sea?

Saint Leonards-on-Sea has a population of approximately 10,001 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
10,001
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
50.8556, 0.5452

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Saint Leonards-on-Sea

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

castle

Bodiam Castle

A 14th-century moated castle in East Sussex, renowned for its picturesque setting and well-preserved exterior.

16 km · about 20 min drive

photogenic

Mermaid Street, Rye

Cobbled hill of half-timbered houses in the ancient Cinque Port of Rye, crowned by the 15th-century Mermaid Inn with its smuggling-era cellars. Houses carry names like 'The House with Two Front Doors'.

17 km · about 20 min drive

natural wonder

Seven Sisters Cliffs

A series of dramatic undulating chalk cliffs along the East Sussex coast, considered one of England's finest coastal landscapes.

30 km · about 35 min drive

castle

Leeds Castle

A castle on islands in a lake formed by the River Len in Kent, often called the loveliest castle in the world.

44 km · about 50 min drive

castle

Hever Castle

Romantic 13th-century double-moated castle that was the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, set within award-winning gardens and a 38-acre lake.

47 km · about 55 min drive

beach

Brighton Beach

A famous pebble beach on England's south coast known for its Victorian pier, vibrant arts scene, and seaside charm.

48 km · about 55 min drive

tunnel

Channel Tunnel (Eurotunnel)

50 km tunnel under the English Channel - drive your car on the train

50 km · about 60 min drive

landmark

Caterham Cars

Home of the legendary Caterham Seven where visitors can see lightweight sports cars assembled and even build their own.

59 km · about 70 min drive

Driving roads near Saint Leonards-on-Sea

  • 50 kmChannel Tunnel (Eurotunnel)50 km tunnel under the English Channel - drive your car on the train
  • 73 kmCap Gris-NezThe closest point in France to England, a windswept headland of cliffs, lighthouse and migrating birds.
  • 76 kmCrystal Palace CircuitA parkland racing circuit in south London that ran until 1972 and still hosts occasional sprint events. Sections of the old track survive as park roads and footpaths, complete with original kerbing among the Victorian terraces.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Saint Leonards-on-Sea.

Hastings

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

2 km awayPop. 92,855

Bexhill-on-Sea

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5 km awayPop. 43,754

Battle

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8 km awayPop. 6,800

Fairlight

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8 km awayPop. 1,516

Ninfield

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9 km awayPop. 1,307

Winchelsea Beach

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Pevensey Bay

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Pevensey

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