Newhaven England
United Kingdom

34 Cruises availables At departure or passage at this port

Crystal Cruises (5 Cruises)

Viking Ocean Cruises (29 Cruises)


Frequently Asked Questions

Alongside, at the port's deep-water berth at the mouth of the River Ouse. It is limited to hulls of no more than 120 metres, so only small cruise ships can call here. The town centre is a few minutes' walk away.
Get out of the port. The main reason to go ashore lies in the South Downs National Park, which surrounds Newhaven on every side: the Cuckmere valley and the Seven Sisters cliffs, both a short distance away. The town itself takes very little time.
Seven waves of white chalk that lift the Sussex coast east of Newhaven, one of the most recognisable landscapes in England. Grassy paths run along the tops, giving constantly changing views over the Channel and the downs.
Via the Cuckmere valley, which meanders down to a shingle beach framed by the cliffs. The classic entrance to the site is at Exceat, where the valley meets the sea. It is an accessible and unforgettable walk, provided you bring a windproof layer and decent shoes.
Yes, by train. Newhaven Town station is a few minutes' walk from the quays and puts Lewes and Brighton within a short ride. It is a valuable option for improvising your day if walking does not appeal.
Honestly, not much: a compact centre around its high street, local shops, pubs and brick houses typical of Sussex. On the western heights, a 19th-century fort cut into the cliff overlooks the pier and the beach.
A 19th-century work cut into the cliff, which once guarded the harbour entrance against a French invasion that never came. Its tunnels and gun platforms overlook the pier, and on a clear day the view reaches the neighbouring headlands.
Yes, and for more than a century. Ferries to Dieppe maintain a direct connection between this corner of Sussex and Normandy. The port is first and foremost a working harbour used to that traffic, which gives the call its unvarnished charm.
Yes for families who walk. The South Downs ridges and the shingle beach at Cuckmere are a real hit, but the sea wind blows unobstructed and the cliff edges are dangerous: keep younger children well back.
Pound sterling and English. Despite the Dieppe link, the euro is not legal tender here. Cards are accepted everywhere, including on trains to Lewes and Brighton.