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St Leonards-on-Sea sits immediately to the west of Hastings, though it has always maintained a distinct character of its own. Originally laid out in the early 19th century by the architect James Burton as a planned Regency resort, the architecture here is defined by elegant double-fronted villas and the grand, colonnaded terraces that line the beachfront. Geographically, it is built on a series of hills that climb steeply away from the English Channel, meaning many of the quieter residential streets benefit from clear sea views. Practical life revolves around two main hubs: the independent shops and galleries of Norman Road and the more functional amenities found along London Road. For those travelling beyond the town, St Leonards Warrior Square station provides direct rail links to London Charing Cross and Victoria, as well as eastbound services towards Ashford International. While the pebble beach and the long, double-decker promenade are the obvious focal points, the area also benefits from the green space of Gensing Gardens and its proximity to the wildflower clifftops of the nearby Country Park.