Hastings: local information

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School facts:

• Class size maximum 16
• Number of students maximum 200
• Minimum student age 16
• Internet There are 2 computer rooms, as well as wireless internet access throughout the school.
• Facilities Multimedia computer suites; self-access centre; spacious canteen; student club/common room; interactive whiteboards.
• Accessibility Some areas are accessible to those in wheelchairs; visual and hearing impaired students can generally be accommodated. In all cases, please notify us in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements.

• Nearest bus stop: 5 minutes' walk
• Nearest shopping centre: 3 minutes by train
• Nearest park: 1 minutes' walk
• Nearest bank: 5 minutes' walk
• Nearest post office: 4 minutes' walk
• Nearest mosque: 10 minutes' walk
• Nearest church: 2 minutes' walk
• Nearest newsagent: 3 minutes' walk
• Nearest cafe/restaurant: 5 minutes' walk
• Nearest supermarket: 5 minutes' walk

Cost of Living

We currently advise that students should budget approximately GB £150 per week. This will cover all transport, food and entertainment costs.

A few sample prices (all in GB £):

Item	Price
Item	Price
A cup of coffee (in a chain like Starbucks)	2.50 – 2.70
Can of Coca Cola	0.65
Big Mac hamburger	1.99
Hot meal in the school cafeteria with side salad, main course and dessert	3.00
Three course meal in a mid range restaurant	From 12.00. Add 10% tip.
Cinema ticket	6.00 to 7.00
Nightclub entrance	5.00 – 8.00
Taxi	2.50 minimum and 1.00 for each additional mile (approx); more at night and weekends. It is usual to add a 10% or 15% tip.
Bus	0.90 for a single trip ; 1.60 for a day return;3.20 for one day's unlimited travel; 9.00 for weekly ticket.

(information last updated July 2008)

Prices are in GB £. Access a currency converter here.

Download our Hastings Student Handbook [PDF] for lots more information.

How to reach Embassy Hastings

From Gatwick (south terminal):
Trains to St Leonards Warrior Square run hourly. The journey time is about one hour 45 minutes (and costs approx. £16.00).

From London Charing Cross: Take a train to St Leonards Warrior Square (final destination is likely to be Hastings). During peak times direct trains depart twice an hour. They take about one and a half hours, and only stop at major stations.
A single ticket costs about £22.00, but by booking ahead, or purchasing a season ticket, you will get cheaper prices.

From London Victoria: Take a train to St Leonards Warrior Square (final destination is likely to be Hastings). These usually depart from platforms on the extreme right of Victoria station beyond the departures display board. During peak times direct trains depart once an hour. They take just under two hours and only stop at major stations.

From St Leonards Warrior Square station: Our school is approximately five minutes' walk away. Leave the station by the main entrance, into the car-park. You will see a walkway going uphill on your right. Follow this path to the main road, London Road. Turn left down this road and walk for a minute or two until you see a large church on the other side of the road. Cross the road, and walk up the hill on Pevensey Road, with the church now on your right.

After a few minutes, Pevensey Road forks: take the right-hand fork, Charles Road. Almost immediately, this road forks again: you will see Embassy Hastings on the corner between Charles Road and Dane Road (look for the Embassy sign).

The main entrance is at the back of the building, on Charles Road.

By foot from the centre of Hastings: It is approx 1.5 miles from the centre of Hastings to our school.

The easiest route is to walk to the seafront, then turn right, or towards the West. After about a mile, you will pass Warrior Square Gardens on your right. Two blocks later, take the London Road inland, and take the 7th turning on your left, Pevensey Road.

After a few minutes, Pevensey Road forks: take the right-hand fork, Charles Road. Almost immediately, this road forks again: you will see Embassy Hastings on the corner between Charles Road and Dane Road (look for the Embassy sign).

The main entrance is at the back of the building, on Charles Road.

By train from the centre of Hastings:

Take any train going westwards to Eastbourne, Brighton or Chichester – or any London train. St Leonards Warrior Square is one stop away, and takes just three minutes.

See above for directions to the school from St Leonards Warrior Square station.

(information last updated July 2008)

Links:

National Express The UK's largest coach company - visit their website to plan your journey and book tickets. Try the Funfares page for bargain tickets from GBP 1.00.
National Rail Independent website featuring a journey planner, live station departure boards and information on service alterations, railcards and train companies.
The Train Line This website features a booking facility for trains, hotels and short holidays.
BAA Airports Official website for all UK airports - contains flight and terminal information, travel guides, and details on shopping and eating at the airports.
Megabus and Megatrain Bargain travel company offering train and coach seats from GBP 1.50 - book in advance for lower prices.
Hastings Town Council Find information and contact numbers for local taxi firms.

Hastings facts

Hottest month July and August 70 - 80° F. Bring: summer clothes such as t-shirts, shorts and sandals, but be prepared for colder days, and even rain, with sweaters, light coats and jeans.
Coldest month December and January, 30 - 40 ° F. Bring: warm clothes, including sweaters, jeans, an outdoor coat or jacket, hat, scarf, gloves and good boots. Expect frequent rain, with a possibility of light snow.
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Best known for its beach; its castle and history, especially 1066; its artistic community.