Hastings

Hastings is an interesting place, with a long history - as well as the famous battle of 1066 it has been a thriving naval and smuggling stronghold for centuries. It is still an important fishing port, despite not having a harbour. The fleet is beach-based, with the boats being physically pushed out to sea and then winched back up the beach on their return. Hastings is an interesting mix of waterfront, picturesque medieval old town, brutalist 60's & 70's architecture in the new town and some fairly gritty outskirts, where the human and pit bull populations seem to be about 1:1. The latest adventurer to arrive is one Mr Peter Loye, which is how I found myself there for a quick visit recently.