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Hastings Jack in the Green

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A colourful May Day festival in Hastings Old Town. The big day is the bank holiday Monday, when the leaf-covered Jack, green-faced Bogies, morris dancers, drummers and giants process through the Old Town and up to the West Hill, where the Jack is 'slain' to release the spirit of summer. It usually runs over the four days of the early May bank holiday weekend.

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Where to stay

  • Hastings Old TownGuest houses and small hotels right by the procession
  • St Leonards-on-SeaSeafront hotels about 10 minutes away
  • Bexhill-on-SeaQuieter seaside town about 15 minutes away
  • RyePretty historic town about 25 minutes away

Getting there

  • Hastings station is about 15 minutes' walk from the Old Town
  • The West Hill Lift runs from George Street in the Old Town up to the West Hill
  • Parking is limited and the A21 gets busy, as the Hastings May Day motorbike run is on the same day
TipCome by train if you can, as roads and parking are very busy on the Monday. Find a spot early along the Old Town route, then walk or take the lift up to the West Hill for the finale.

Travel details can change, especially on event days — check with the venue or operator before you travel.

Questions people ask

Where is the best place to stay near Hastings Jack in the Green?

Hastings Old Town: Guest houses and small hotels right by the procession. St Leonards-on-Sea: Seafront hotels about 10 minutes away. Bexhill-on-Sea: Quieter seaside town about 15 minutes away. Rye: Pretty historic town about 25 minutes away.

How do I get to Hastings Jack in the Green?

Hastings station is about 15 minutes' walk from the Old Town. The West Hill Lift runs from George Street in the Old Town up to the West Hill. Parking is limited and the A21 gets busy, as the Hastings May Day motorbike run is on the same day.

Any tips for visiting Hastings Jack in the Green?

Come by train if you can, as roads and parking are very busy on the Monday. Find a spot early along the Old Town route, then walk or take the lift up to the West Hill for the finale.

Which airport is closest to Hastings Jack in the Green?

The nearest airport on this site is Gatwick Airport, about 39 miles away in a straight line. See hotels near the airport.

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