Late 14th Century church with axial tower, north and south aisles and short nave, very little altered from the original church built by Sir William De Etchyngham who died in 1389. His memorial brass is in pride of place in front of the altar. The tower has a rare 14th C. weather vane on top, depicting the arms of the De Etchingham family. There is one bell. 14th C. south porch and 13th C. font, which may pre-date the church, as a chapel stood on the site previously. Originally the De Etchingham's manor stood nearby (probably under the railway station) and traces of the moat can still be discerned in the churchyard. Lower part of the rood screen is original, as are the medieval encaustic floor tiles. There was once a chantry chapel or sacristy on the north side of the chancel, which is now gone, although a piscina and blocked door can still be seen. The choir stalls date from about 1375, and retain the original misericords, with matching designs on north and south sides. A series of vigorous carvings show dolphins, keys, lady's heads and a fox preaching to geese. The stalls are raised slightly on a stone platform. There is a fine triple sedilia on the south side of the chancel with the usual piscina. The chancel floor has several wonderful brasses - Sir William shown in armour with feet on a lion. His head and the escutcheons are missing. West of this is a fine triple canopied brass to Sir William's son - also William, his wife Joan and son Thomas, who died in 1444. The brasses were made in London. The church was carefully restored by William Slater around 1856, but by the early 20th C. the tower was in a perilous state, the inherent design of a central tower was always difficult, and subsidence had occurred. It was found there were virtually no foundations! In 1938 tower underpinning and tie-bars were used to stabilise the tower and walls. In 2000 the church was badly flooded as it stands near the Rother and Dudwell rivers. Water reached up to the base of the communion rail. Luckily insurance paid for much of the clean up and restoration.

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"What a great place to stay. We stayed for two nights as my son had eye surgery at a local hospital. The family room was perfect and had everything we needed. The staff went above and beyond especially when we brought my son back after surgery. They brought extra pillows and blankets for him and let us bring breakfast up to our room in the morning as any sort of daylight was extremely painful for my son’s eyes. The breakfast was delicious and catered for all needs. Thank you so much for making our stay run smoothly during what was a stressful time for us and our son."

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If you're looking for something a little different than your standard hotel, a bed and breakfast might be the perfect option for your trip. If your ideal vacation to Etchingham includes spending lots of time outside, Merriments Gardens is a good spot to enjoy the scenery.

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Every B&B has its own unique feel. Whether it's a cozy reading space or a sunlit breakfast nook, the quaint details are what make bed and breakfasts a fun place to get away.

What are the top B&Bs in Etchingham?

Here are some B&Bs in the surrounding area: The Rose & Crown: 4 rooms. 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from the heart of Etchingham. Enjoy the free cooked breakfast and bar/lounge. OYO Eagle House Hotel, St Leonards Hastings: 21 rooms. Situated 12.6 mi (20.3 km) from the heart of Etchingham. Enjoy the free buffet breakfast and bar/lounge. The Hope Anchor: 13 rooms. 14.3 mi (23 km) from the heart of downtown. Enjoy the free cooked breakfast and patio area. The Ship Inn: 11 rooms. Located 14.2 mi (22.8 km) from the core of Etchingham. Enjoy the unique décor and bar/lounge.

When should I stay at a B&B in Etchingham?

When you're dreaming of a getaway to Etchingham, year-round temperatures and rainfall may be important factors to consider. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 61°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 42°F. Average annual precipitation for Etchingham is 29 inches.

What is there to do in Etchingham?

When you want to check out some attractions in town, you might consider a visit to Bateman's and Merriments Gardens. You might also consider a trip to sites like Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest or Bewl Water Outdoor Centre if you have time to see more of the area.

How can I get to and around Etchingham?

You can plan your excursions in and around Etchingham ahead of time with these transportation options. Fly into Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 27.2 mi (43.8 km) from the heart of the city. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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