Sussex. London’s extraordinary neighbour

Are you ready to discover a destination with a difference? Where rolling hills and chocolate-box villages are a pebble’s throw from traditional seaside towns and miles of coastline. The home to castles, cathedrals and country manors, with tales of Norman invaders and smugglers’ coves. A haven for walks and watersports, for bike rides and wellbeing breaks. Welcome to sparkling Sussex.

Culture vulture? Explore our galleries, museums, music venues and theatres. Total foodie? Savour stunning local produce at your soon-to-be favourite restaurant. Or how about hitting our independent boutiques, visiting our vineyards or booking tickets to an iconic event? It’s all here and so much more – and all right on London’s doorstep.

Easy to reach. Hard to leave.

Whether you’re visiting for the weekend or call the county home, you’re sure to find activities that’ll leave you feeling reinvigorated. Maybe it’ll be the sense of freedom you experience when surrounded by non-stop natural beauty. Or perhaps you’ll get your pulse racing and adrenaline pumping with an action-packed day by the water. And whoever you are, wherever you’re travelling from, you’ll always be greeted with open arms. In Sussex, we pride ourselves on welcoming everyone and anyone. Individuality is celebrated. Eccentricity is embraced.

On cloud wine

If you’re partial to a fine vintage, you can’t visit Sussex without stopping by our award-winning vineyards. And you really are spoiled for choice, in fact Sussex is home to 25% of Britain's Vineyards! From wine-tastings to tours, overnight stays to on-site dining, our vineyards offer curated experiences in incredible locations.

So, what will be first on your list? Start exploring everything Sussex has to offer, whether you’re looking for things to do, wondering what’s on, planning where to stay or researching the best food and drink spots. See you soon!

 

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London's Extraordinary Neighbour

Wakehurst in Autumn

Sussex in Autumn

sand dunes at West Beach Littlehampton

Coast

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A bottle of English sparkling wine and flowers on a picnic bench at Roebuck Estate vineyard, with vines in the distance

Vineyards, Tasting & Tours

A view across the lake and deer park towards Petworth House in Sussex

Parks & Gardens

A hotel room with dark beams and a large comfy bed at the White Hart, Lewes

Cosy Sussex stays

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Experience an Autumn harvest at a Sussex vineyard

Artelium

Artelium is an artisanal wine producer based in the Sussex countryside, creating fine English wines…

Artelium

Tinwood Estate

  • Tinwood Estate

Established in 2007, Tinwood Estate is situated on the edge of the South Downs. The Tukker family…

Tinwood Estate

Roebuck Estates

  • Roebuck Estates

Located near Petworth in West Sussex, Roebuck Estates was founded by two friends, whose belief in…

Roebuck Estates

Wiston Estate

The family run Wiston Estate offers a variety of wine tours and tasting, where guests can learn…

Wiston Estate
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What's on for everyone

Skindred

Skindred is a Welsh rock band from Newport. The band was formed in 1998 following the disbandment of…

Skindred
Oct 25

Bilk

Bilk are three musicians creating a unique angsty blend of indie, rap and punk from the suburbs of…

Bilk
Oct 29
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Top reasons to visit Sussex

    Towner Gallery

    Collecting and exhibiting contemporary art for 100 years, Towner Eastbourne sits where the coast and the South Downs meet. Towner presents exhibitions…

    Towner Gallery

    Charleston in Lewes

    • Southover Road

    Charleston in Lewes is a new space in the heart of Lewes. Explore a changing season of exhibitions featuring works of art from around the world…

    Charleston in Lewes

    Friston Forest

    • East Dean Road

    Friston Forest is a great place for walking, cycling and horseriding. Just a few miles from Cuckmere Haven and Seven Sisters Park, it lies within the…

    Friston Forest

    Cuckoo Trail

    Since 1990, the Cuckoo Trail is a leisure route used by walkers, cyclists and horse riders.  The 11 mile trail runs from Polegate to Heathfield…

    Cuckoo Trail

    Seven Sisters Country Park

    • East Dean Road

    Seven Sisters Country Park is a poular destination to experience the iconic Seven Sisters white cliffs, part of the Sussex Heritage Coast, as well as…

    Seven Sisters Country Park

    Goodwood Motor Circuit

    Feel the need for speed? Then hop in the seat and get behind the wheel of a supercar or Formula One-style car at the Goodwood Motor Circuit. Race…

    Goodwood Motor Circuit

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