Caves · South East England
The Hermitage
In or near Guestling.
The Hermitage — cave in england south east.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Rock-a-Nore Station · 1.1 km
About
The Hermitage is a cave located in england south east. A British cave recorded in OpenStreetMap. Most are in carboniferous limestone country.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Hastings Cliffs to Pett Beach SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: High Weald
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Hermitage is a cave located in South-East England. It is notable for its geological features and historical significance. The cave offers a glimpse into the natural landscape of the region, attracting those interested in geology and local history. Visitors can explore the surrounding area, which provides a natural setting for outdoor activities.
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- Coordinates
- 50.8614, 0.6085
- County
- East Sussex
- District
- Hastings
- Parish
- Hastings, unparished area
- Postcode
- TN35 5DY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Hastings and Rye
- Nearest railway station
- Rock-a-Nore Station — 1.1 km
Sources
- osm: n3659213476 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Hermitage?
- The Hermitage is in East Sussex, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode TN35 5DY), in the parish of Hastings, unparished area.
- What is The Hermitage?
- The Hermitage — cave in england south east.
- How do I get to The Hermitage?
- The nearest railway station is Rock-a-Nore Station, about 1.1 km away. The nearest town is Guestling. Drivers can use postcode TN35 5DY.
- Is The Hermitage a protected site?
- Yes — The Hermitage is part of the Hastings Cliffs to Pett Beach SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the High Weald National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to The Hermitage?
- The nearest railway station is Rock-a-Nore Station, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TN35 5DY.