Anna's Museum

Anna's Museum sits just outside Brighton, and it's one of those places that rewards a bit of curiosity. The collection feels genuinely personal rather than institutional - you're getting a sense of what mattered to Anna rather than walking through a corporate-designed experience.

What you'll find inside depends on Anna's particular collecting interests, but these smaller, independent museums tend to pull together everything from local history to quirky personal obsessions. It's the sort of spot where you'll stumble across something unexpected and actually learn something, rather than just ticking a box.

If you're camping nearby - and there are several decent options within a few miles like Pegs and Pitches or Chalky Downs - this works as a solid rainy-day option or a quieter morning before heading into Brighton proper. Kids might get an hour out of it depending on their age and what's on display. Adults who like small museums tend to linger longer.

The big caveat: opening hours and admission details aren't straightforward to find, so ring ahead before you make the drive. It's worth doing, mind you. Brighton's brilliant for the pier and the seafront madness, but Anna's Museum gives you something genuinely local and a bit different. Don't expect blockbuster crowds or polished presentation - that's rather the point.