Hurrah! It's that date we've all been waiting for – 17th May is confirmed as the day we can reopen hotels, B&Bs, indoor hospitality and indoor attractions. Here in 1066 Country we're delighted to be welcoming our visitors back.
Avoid overcrowding
We are expecting our busiest year ever – which is wonderful, but has its downsides too. On peak sunny days you can expect major traffic heading into Camber Sands. Please consider visiting our quieter beaches such as Pevensey, Winchelsea and Bexhill, or heading inland to Herstmonceux.
You could also consider coming on a weekday rather than weekend, taking the train, or parking a short distance away and arriving on foot. For example the car parks on Hastings seafront are often overflowing, but there is plenty of parking in the town centre nearby.
Bedgebury Pinetum, too, sometimes has to close its car park on peak days – consider Bewl Water as an alternative.
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Plan ahead
Most venues, restaurants and accommodation providers currently require you to book ahead, so you'll need to be super organised this year – please don't just turn up and hope for the best. We're overjoyed to welcome you back, let's work together to make your visit a great one.
What's changing
Here's a summary of what is changing – and of course you can read the full details here on Gov.uk.
Outdoor gatherings will be limited to 30 people, with indoor gatherings allowed but limited to 6 people or 2 households (each household can include a support bubble, if eligible).
Indoor entertainment and attractions will be permitted to open with Covid-secure measures in place, including cinemas, theatres, concert halls, bowling alleys, casinos, amusement arcades, museums and children’s indoor play areas.
People will be able to attend indoor and outdoor events including live performances, sporting and business events. Attendance at these events will be capped according to venue type, and attendees should follow the Covid-secure measures set out by those venues.
Indoor hospitality venues such as restaurants, pubs, bars and cafes can reopen with Covid-secure measures in place.
All holiday accommodation can reopen, including hotels and B&Bs. This can be used by groups of up to 6, or 2 households (each household can include a support bubble, if eligible).
Larger events will be able to take place, including conferences, theatre and concert performances, and sports events. (although restrictions on the number of attendees will remain)
There will no longer be a legal restriction or permitted reason required to travel internationally.
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