The back story
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Town guide
Newhaven: the back story
The harbour at the mouth of the Ouse, a Victorian fort on the cliff and the ferry to Dieppe.

Beyond Brighton · about 35 minutes east by direct train
Newhaven, about 35 minutes east of Brighton by direct train: the Victorian fort above the harbour, the ferry to Dieppe, Paradise Park and The Hope Inn by the water.
Town guide
The harbour at the mouth of the Ouse, a Victorian fort on the cliff and the ferry to Dieppe.
At the water’s edge
A seaside pub and restaurant at the water’s edge, with sea and harbour views and local seafood.
Newhaven BN9 9DNExplore View on map
Open until 1 November 2026
A Victorian fort on the cliffs above Newhaven, with exhibitions on Sussex history.
Planthouses and dinosaurs
Gardens and planthouses with a Planet Earth museum, a dinosaur trail and a play zone.
Avis Road, Newhaven BN9 0DHExplore View on map
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