# Cliff Railways, Hastings — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Ride this historic funicular railway up Hastings' steep clifftop for spectacular coastal panoramas towards Beachy Head and one of the world's busiest shipping lanes below. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/hastings/attractions/cliff-railways (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Tourist Attraction # Cliff Railways West Hill Lift, Rock a Nore Road [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=14138468826946089671&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Kristine Viksne](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/109361286092911987189) **In short:** Cliff Railways is an attraction in Hastings, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1,173 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Cliff Railways Ride this historic funicular railway up Hastings' steep clifftop for spectacular coastal panoramas towards Beachy Head and one of the world's busiest shipping lanes below. ## Good to know ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Andrew Thomas](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111410675773189208687/reviews) ★★★★★ The West Hill Lift is one of the most interesting attractions in Hastings. It was built in the late 19th century, and retains its original wooden coaches. From the "station" on George Street in the old town, the railway ascends in a tunnel within the hill, setting it apart from other funicular railways. It provides convenient access to the attractions of West Hill, including Hastings Castle, the caves (Smugglers Adventure), as well as the excellent views over the old town and coastline. On a clear day it's possible to see Beachy Head from West Hill. Tickets are quite reasonably priced for a memorable and impressively smooth ride. They're sold as a compulsory return, so it's worth travelling both ways as you'll have paid to. The operation was seamless, with little waiting time and easy payment by card. The ticket office houses information displays covering the history of the railway, and a small gift shop. The East Hill Cliff Railway offers a distinctly different experience, with outstanding views over the beach while ascending the dramatic cliff. As a pair, they're one of the most appealing attractions in Hastings. · via Google [Bobby singh](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/103951237519418320106/reviews) ★★★★★ Had a fabulous experience at West Hill lift . tickets were £5.50 both ways and the ride was very smooth. The ride was about two minutes in each direction. At the top there is West Hill, which offers a Majestic views of the English channel. There are remnants of an ancient Norman Fort at the top. There’s also a beautiful park and residential buildings and play structure.In addition, there are restrooms as well as a café, which is open seasonally great overall. I highly recommend. · via Google [Julie Griffith](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106677301490537234916/reviews) ★★★★★ In Hastings for the day so had to go on the funicular. It was £4, up and down. Quite busy, popular attraction. Lovely views at the top and you can visit the castle if you wish. Mainly ruins now, there is a charge to enter. · via Google [Lucy Brook](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/102018134526436258549/reviews) ★★★★★ A unique experience going up the lift to admire the cliff views and sea with nearby benches. The price for the ticket also is for returning back down so it is not too bad for the price. Also, being accessible for people who would struggle with walking up the steep hill. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x47df1ad990ddf3dd:0xbd1a515647f95526!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ## At a glance **Address** Rock-a-Nore Road, Hastings, TN34 3EG [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=50.8563075%2C0.5947705) **Category** Railways & Transport **Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (1,173 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Indoor & outdoor **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Hastings [More attractions in Hastings](https://staycation.co.uk/hastings/attractions) ★ 4.5 (1,173 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.visit1066country.com/things-to-do/attractions/cliff-railways-east-hill-p1424931?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01424 446104](tel:01424446104) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Hastings **Postcode** TN34 3EG **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9F22VH4Q+73 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x47df1ad990ddf3dd:0xbd1a515647f95526!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47df1ad990ddf3dd:0xbd1a515647f95526!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47df1ad990ddf3dd:0xbd1a515647f95526!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Hastings Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Call Cliff Railways on +44 1424 446104. ## Stay near Cliff Railways [Holiday cottages nearby 104](https://staycation.co.uk/near/cliff-railways/cottages) [Campsites nearby 51](https://staycation.co.uk/near/cliff-railways/camping) [Hotels and B&Bs nearby 41](https://staycation.co.uk/near/cliff-railways/hotels) ## More near Cliff Railways ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [The Cavalier House B&B ★ 4.7 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/hastings/hotels/the-cavalier-house-b-b) - [The Jenny Lind ★ 4.6 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/hastings/hotels/the-jenny-lind) - [Moore House ★ 4.8 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/hastings/hotels/moore-house) - [The Laindons ★ 4.9 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/hastings/hotels/the-laindons) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [All Saints next door](https://staycation.co.uk/hastings/cottages/all-saints-syk1162310) - [Mouse House next door](https://staycation.co.uk/hastings/cottages/mouse-house-pnna) - [Wellesley Retreat 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/hastings/cottages/wellesley-retreat-uk39888) - [Duke of Wellington HQ ★ 5.0 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/hastings/cottages/duke-of-wellington-hq-uk38745) ### Campsites nearby - [Rocklands Holiday Park ★ 4.8 · 0.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/east-sussex/camping/rocklands-holiday-park) - [Shear Barn Holidays and Touring ★ 4.1 · 1.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/hastings/camping/shear-barn-holidays-and-touring) - [Spindlewood Country Holiday Park ★ 4.5 · 1.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/east-sussex/camping/spindlewood-country-holiday-park) - [Stalkhurst Camping and Caravan Park ★ 4.6 · 1.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/rye/camping/stalkhurst-camping-and-caravan-park) ### Things to do nearby - [East Hill Cliff Railway ★ 4.5 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/hastings/attractions/east-hill-cliff-railway) - [Fishermans Museum ★ 4.6 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/hastings/attractions/fishermans-museum) - [Shipwreck Museum ★ 4.6 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/hastings/attractions/shipwreck-museum) - [Smugglers Adventure ★ 4.2 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/hastings/attractions/smugglers-adventure)