Tourism
This is a suitable site for palaeontologists and fossil hunters in which to base their activities. Families should also find the area ideal for a more peaceable holiday.
Attractions
Saltdean Lido - 1½ miles to the west of the town
Transport
Road – The A259 road runs through the town.
Brief History
Evidence has been found in the west of the town of Bronze and Iron Age settlements. A Bronze Age “Barrow” or burial mound has been found on the cliff edge in the town. The town itself is fairly new as development was not started until 1916. The founder of the town, Mr Charles Neville, set up a company to build on land that he purchased from the local authority. The new residents chose to call the new town Anzac-on-Sea, but this was soon changed due to the ill-fated military operation during World War I. It became known by its current name.
Famous People
Gracie Fields – Film actress and entertainer.
Alison Fisher – Snooker player
Approximate Population
13,268 in 2007
Nearest Tourist Information Centre
Brighton & Hove
Bartholomew Square, Brighton, East Sussex BN1 1JA
Tel: 0906 7112255 (calls 50p per min)
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