Bring learning to life at Smugglers Adventure
Discover. Explore. Learn.
Take your students beyond the classroom and into the mysterious underground world of Smugglers Adventure. With fascinating stories and plenty to discover, it’s a school trip that brings history to life in a way pupils will remember.
Whether you’re planning a history-focused visit, looking for an engaging day out or want to bring learning to life somewhere completely different, Smugglers Adventure offers an exciting experience for school groups.
Explore in your language!
Discover the adventure your way – video and audio descriptions are available in English, French and German, helping more visitors enjoy the stories, secrets and surprises of Smugglers Adventure.
Make the most of your visit
Want to keep the adventure going after you leave? Our school visitor Resources hub has a range of free resources to download and use before, during and after your visit – perfect for extending the experience beyond Smugglers Adventure.
Ready to Book?
Our friendly team can help you organise your visit and answer any questions about school bookings, availability and our school rates.
Complete the contact form below, or call us on 01424 422 964. Prefer email? No problem, contact bookings@discoverhastings.co.uk to find out more and make your booking.
Risk Assessment
Carrying out a comprehensive risk assessment is pivotal to the smooth running of a school trip. So, to help make this important yet laborious administration as easy as possible, please download our full risk assessment planner from our School & Group Visitor Resources hub.
Accessibility
Given that our attractions are both natural and historical in nature, we cannot guarantee accessibility for all guests.
There are a total of 40 steps at the entrance to Smugglers Adventure and due to the attraction being set in a natural cave, slippery surfaces, uneven floors, and low ceilings are unavoidable.
Please visit our accessibility page for more information.
FAQ's
Yes, but amendments cannot be made within 48 hours of the visit. We do not offer refunds post-payment.
Yes, school trip bookings to Smugglers Adventure must be made for a minimum of 15 paying people.
Nothing in particular! However, we recommend that teachers encourage their students to wear sturdy footwear during their visit. Don’t forget, too, that a range of resources are free to download and use on our School & Group Visitor Resources hub.
Yes, we offer free pre-visit familiarisation sessions to teachers and group leaders.
No, we do not provide lockers.
No, there are no dining facilities at Smugglers Adventure or Hastings Castle.
No, we accept cash!
Opening Times
Find out when we’re open and start planning your adventure beneath Hastings!
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Plan your visit
Smugglers Adventure Caves is located on Hastings’ West Hill, overlooking the Old Town and seafront. Visitors can reach us by the West Hill Cliff Railway, on foot via signposted paths, or by car via the A259 or A21. Parking is available on Priory Road and nearby residential streets. Hastings Station is around a 20-minute walk away, with regular train and bus services. Alternative walking and driving routes are available if the cliff railway is closed.
For more information about visiting Smugglers Adventure, check out our How to Get Here page.
There are 40 steps down to the entrance of the attraction. Due to the attraction being set inside a natural cave, there are many uneven floors, a low tunnel, and slippery surfaces, making the caves inaccessible by wheelchair. Pushchairs are not permitted inside but can be left in the buggy park. We recommend bringing a baby sling should you need one.
For full details, head to our Visitor Accessibility