1066: Swords and Sandcastles Pop-up Beach – July & August

20th May 2026

Step into 1066… with a bucket and spade 🏖️⚔️

Our legendary summer beach is BACK this July & August, and this year we’re celebrating Hastings’ incredible history with a knight-themed twist!

You’ll find our giant sand pit in Queens Square, open daily throughout July and August. Sit back in a deckchair and relax whilst the little ones dig, build, play and explore.

Plus, we have a summer full of FREE medieval themed family events – find them by clicking here

We do have a few rules we need you to follow please:

  • Children must be supervised at all times
  • No food or drink is to be consumed on the sand
  • Smoking or vaping is not permitted on any area
  • Please do not throw the sand
  • Please take your litter with you or use the square bins
  • Please leave the buckets and spades for others to enjoy
  • Dogs are not permitted on any area of the beach
  • Please be considerate of others

 

 

Information

Centre Opening Hours

Monday
9:00 am – 5:30 pm
Tuesday
9:00 am – 5:30 pm
Wednesday
9:00 am – 5:30 pm
Thursday
9:00 am – 5:30 pm
Friday
9:00 am – 5:30 pm
Saturday
9:00 am – 5:30 pm
Sunday
10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Closed Easter Sunday &
Christmas Day