The West Hill Lift

Had a fabulous experience at West Hill lift . tickets were £5.50 both ways and the ride was very smooth. The ride was about two minutes in each direction. At the top there is West Hill, which offers a Majestic views of the English channel. There are remnants of an ancient Norman Fort at the top. There’s also a beautiful park and residential buildings and play structure.In addition, there are restrooms as well as a café, which is open seasonally great overall. I highly recommend.

Fun to do if you have not done it before. I thought that i could go and have a look at the castle. But when I got there i saw a sign saying that it was 5.90 per adult. So i went back down the hill lift disappointed. But I will say that there are some lovely views from the top.

In Hastings for the day so had to go on the funicular. It was £4, up and down. Quite busy, popular attraction. Lovely views at the top and you can visit the castle if you wish. Mainly ruins now, there is a charge to enter.

Hastings: a walk filled with soul, memories, and views that embrace the heart Yesterday we visited Hastings on a sunny day that turned out to be much more than just a casual outing. I went with my daughter, our dogs, and an open heart. Hastings surprised me with its beauty, its history, and its warmth. But the most touching moment came when we found the funicular. That was when I felt my dad so close. He loved Valparaíso, in Chile, and one of his favorite things was riding the funiculars. Seeing one here felt like a clear sign — like a hug from above. Taking that ride was my way of honoring him. Hastings Country Park is perfect for walking with dogs, breathing in fresh air, and soaking in breathtaking views of the sea. We walked, we laughed, we shed a few tears too. We enjoyed an ice cream with a city view and took plenty of beautiful photos. The historic center is charming and full of character. We stopped at Ye Olde Pump House, a stunning old pub that looks like it came out of a storybook. This day was special. Full of emotion, natural beauty, and places that speak to the soul. I wholeheartedly recommend it. Dedicated to my dad, my angel

This short cable car took us up to a lovely viewpoint and the Hasting Castle. The ride lasts only a couple of minutes but saves a lot of walking up stairs. The ticket is for a return ride, but one could choose to walk down to the Old Town of Hastings by foot.

Nice one and a half minute long ride up West Side Hill, no queues or crowds when we visited at the end of April. The hill lift operates smoothly with the original wooden Victorian coaches from 1891. It runs through a tunnel compared to East Side which is an open air hill lift.

We just love a funicular, so couldn't resist while in Hastings.

A unique experience going up the lift to admire the cliff views and sea with nearby benches. The price for the ticket also is for returning back down so it is not too bad for the price. Also, being accessible for people who would struggle with walking up the steep hill.