Sussex. Extraordinary by nature.
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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Explore Sussex Winelands
Bolney Wine Estate
- Foxhole Lane
Established in 1972, by Janet and Rodney Pratt, Bolney Wine Estate in West Sussex was one of the…
Charles Palmer Vineyards
- Wickham Manor
We are a family run, single wine estate, located in the ancient town of Winchelsea. Every effort is…
Kingscote Estate
- Vowels Lane
The beautiful 150 acre Kingscote Estate produces both still and sparkling white wines…
Mousehall Distillery & Winery
- Mousehall
Mousehall is a family-run, sustainable Distillery & Winery based in Wadhurst, East Sussex…
Nutbourne Vineyard
Nutbourne Vineyard is a family run wine producer making award winning still and sparkling wines in…
Rathfinny Wine Estate
- Rathfinny Wine Estate
Family-owned Rathfinny Wine Estate is a pioneering grower-producer of English sparkling wines…
Ridgeview Wine Estate
- Fragbarrow Lane
Nestled at the foot of the picturesque South Downs in Ditchling, just a 20-minute drive from…
Stopham Vineyard
- Stopham Lane
Stopham Vineyard is located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) in the South Downs…
Upperton Vineyard
Upperton is set in over 40 acres of rolling English countryside in the heart of the South Downs…
Winklestone Vineyard
The Dewhurst family have lived in Fairwarp on the Ashdown Forest for 21 years, planting our small…
9 places to see the best Autumn colours in Sussex
- 8 min read
Experience the changing season in Sussex As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, Sussex begins its annual transformation into a landscape of…
What's on for everyone
ZRI's Cafe Danube
One night ahead of their SouthBank Centre debut this December, ZRI bring their celebrated Cafe…
Christmas Wreath Workshop | Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens
- Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens
- Nov 27, 2025 - Dec 7, 2025
27, 28, 29 & 30 November and 4, 5, 6, & 7 December | 10:00 – 12:00 & 13:00 – 15:00…
Brighton Singers Christmas Concert
It’s that time again. Escape the shopping crowds in town and join The Brighton Singers in the lovely…
Trackie McLeod
- Nov 14, 2025 - Mar 29, 2026
Explore the work of Glasgow-based artist Trackie McLeod (b. 1993), where humour meets nostalgia and…
Winter Concertante
Seasonal music from the great Baroque composers including Corelli, Scarlatti, Vivaldi and more.
The Eerie
Minds Eye Promotions Eastbourne hosts another of their unique, original live music nights with a…
Christmas Table Decoration Workshop & Afternoon Tea
- Nov 26, 2025 - Nov 27, 2025
Participate in our festive table décor workshop led by our head gardener Kevin Sweet. Create a…
Sleeping Beauty - Opening Weekend
- Dec 12, 2025 - Dec 13, 2025
Join us Christmas 2025 for the Hippodromes spellbinding pantomime Sleeping Beauty! Once upon a time…
Sensory Storytelling with Bertie and Bow
Bertie and Bows Magical Storytelling Sessions! Join Bertie and Bow this Spring for a series of…
Cinderella
- Chequer Mead Theatre
- Dec 6, 2025 - Jan 3, 2026
Chequer Mead Theatre Productions Present… 'Cinderella' Coming Christmas 2025! Get ready for…
Mozart Estate
Mozart Estate, formerly Go-Kart Mozart, represents the further adventures of Birmingham native…
Charcoal Drawing
In this immersive charcoal drawing workshop, you will explore the expressive potential of charcoal…
Coffee Concert: The Acappella Bellas
Coffee Concert: The Acappella Bellas Songs from the folk traditions of Bulgaria, Georgia and beyond…
Rydale Winter Tour
- Nov 14, 2025 - Nov 16, 2025
Rydale is taking its live shopping events on tour across the UK this winter with opportunities to…
Mozart Mass in C Minor
Performance of the Mozart Mass in C Minor by Crowborough Choral Society with professional soloists…
Charity Santa Run & Christmas Market
Start the festive season with fun, fitness, and Christmas cheer - all in support of the Aldingbourne…
The Three Little Pigs
- Chichester Festival Theatre
- Dec 6, 2025 - Dec 28, 2025
From the award-winning Stiles and Drewe (The Three Billy Goats Gruff, Honk!, Half a Sixpence) comes…
Dream Smotherers Presents: Human Leather
Emerging from a life-long slumber, Dream Smotherers are ready to give your noggin a damn good…
Norcross Dance Centre: Together
A showcase of song and dance for all ages. Come and enjoy a lively performance from the pupils of…
Feed the Birds Workshop
Craft garlands, edible wreaths and cookie cutter bird feeders to celebrate the holiday season in…
Flock
A supergroup of five leftfield musicians, FLOCK are a spellbinding mixture of improvisation…
Christmas Card Workshop
Join us for a cosy, craft-filled evening in our contemporary tasting room. Our workshop leader will…
Never Stop - Alt / Indie 80's DJ Club Night
We are back with a DJ club night playing the very best of 80s alternative music with some late 70s…
Nobody's Perfect
- Nov 20, 2025 - Nov 22, 2025
Leonard has written a play for a competition. Harriet the publisher loves it. Unfortunately…
Jack And The Beanstalk
- Dec 4, 2025 - Dec 13, 2025
"Jack And The Beanstalk" By Richard Hills Directed By Janine Robins It's Panto time…
Pygmalion
- Nov 19, 2025 - Nov 22, 2025
Pygmalion, written by George Bernard Shaw in 1912, revolves around Professor Henry Higgins, a…
Musical Theatre
Join our vibrant first-year Musical Theatre (Music) students as they take you on a whirlwind journey…
Labours of Hercules
The Greek hero Hercules has been placed under a curse by Hera, the Queen of the Gods. All he has to…
Takin' Off With Special Guest Eddie Piller
Takin' Off with special guest Eddie Piller Takin' Off - All vinyl selection of the finest…
Winter Fair
- Nov 22, 2025 - Nov 23, 2025
The ever-popular Winter Fair will return to the South of England Showground, offering two full days…
Buddy Holly & The Cricketers
All Holly’s hits and classics from his rock ’n’ roll pals are played live on stage by these five…
Aladdin
- Dec 4, 2025 - Dec 6, 2025
Aladdin by Tina and Rob Burbidge A traditional family pantomime based on the story of a poor boy…
The Gospel According To David Black
Sanctum Sanctorium: The Darkside of the 80s by vocalist and goth provocateur David Black. A candid…
Student Jazz Concert
A concert featuring students from the Chichester Conservatoire Jazz Department. Please come along…
Music for Voices and Viols, from Dowland to Purcell
Cambridge Renaissance Voices return to the glorious acoustic of Boxgrove Priory for a special…
History Talks
Old Shoreham is the oldest and largest part of modern Shoreham-by-Sea, with a continuous history of…
Worthing Techno Militia Presents: Scanone
Worthing Techno Militia are 2 guys with a mission to bring real underground deep Techno music to…
Plumpton Race Meeting
- Nov 17, 2025 - Dec 15, 2025
Plumpton is a hidden gem in the world of horse racing. The thrill of Jump racing, the joy of a win…
The Jeremiahs
The Jeremiahs is an Irish folk band that comprises four musicians who have come together with the…
Believe In Nothing - Black Groove - Läbrys - Mortuary
WVR & WAYSIDE present.... Believe in Nothing Formed in Eastbourne in 2023, Believe In Nothing…
John Otway
John Otway and his hard hitting band attack his favourite set list with gusto, leaving plenty of…
Festive Workshop - Felt Decorations
Part of our series of festive workshops, at this session we will create unique Christmas decorations…
Sanctum Sanctorium - The Darkside of the 80's
Formed through a mutual love of 80s goth and alternative rock music. Sanctum Sanctorium are a live…
Tales from Acorn Wood Live!
- Nov 14, 2025 - Nov 15, 2025
Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s beloved Tales from Acorn Wood stories are brought to life on…
Christmas with Liane Carroll & Friends
Hastings-based Liane Carroll is an award-winning jazz singer described by Jamie Cullum as 'One…
A Christmas in Time
A Christmas in Time is a fun musical that tells a story of a young songwriter who is struggling to…
Lekiddo - Lord Of The Lobsters!
LEKIDDO - Lord of The Lobsters! is coming to St Leonard's-on-Sea for a Lobsterliciously live…
The Last Bread Pudding and Last Tango in Upper Bramber
- Nov 29, 2025 - Nov 30, 2025
Two witty comedies that promise an evening of laughter: The Last Bread Pudding by Nick Warburton…
Foodie Trail: A delicious discovery of Mid Sussex local produce
- 6 min read
Sandwiched between the coast and the capital, Mid Sussex is a must-visit destination on the English food and drink map. Graze your way through…
Top reasons to visit Sussex
Sussex Shines in the 2025 Michelin Guide
- 2 min read
The 2025 Michelin Guide has officially been released, and Sussex has once again earned it's place as a must-visit culinary destination. With six…
Foodie Horsham: A long weekend among Sussex’s vineyards, hops and gardens
- 7 min read
Dedicate four days to sipping and savouring the local flavours of one of Sussex’s most abundant foodie regions. This weekend escape in Horsham…
The best afternoon tea in Sussex
- 4 min read
Sussex is known for its beautiful scenery, rural excursions and historical heritage, but it is also home to some of the most unique spots to relax and…
Towner Gallery
Collecting and exhibiting contemporary art for 100 years, Towner Eastbourne sits where the coast and the South Downs meet. Towner presents exhibitions…
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…
Chichester Festival Theatre
Chichester Festival Theatre creates inspiring experiences that bring people together – on and off the stage. Creativity is at the heart of…
1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield
- High Street
March into history on the most famous battlefield in England. Follow in the footsteps of the armies of William the Conqueror and King Harold as they…
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…
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…
Christmas & New Years
Celebrate Christmas in Sussex with seasonal events, heritage railways, festive food and more. Your guide to winter magic this festive season.
Discover Sussex stories
Discover East Sussex Vineyards This Winter: Events, Tastings and Retreats
- 4 min read
Explore Sussex Winelands this winter, from the historic town of Lewes to the coastal culture of Rye…
Christmas Markets in Sussex to visit in 2025
- 4 min read
As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, Sussex transforms into a festive wonderland filled…
Your Period Drama Escape: Stately Homes and Historic Elegance in Sussex
- 5 min read
Your Period Drama Escape: Stately Homes and Historic Elegance in Sussex If you’ve ever…
The Best Sussex Walks: Trails and Routes to Explore
- 4 min read
Sussex Trails: Walks, Views and Hidden Routes to Explore Sussex is home to some of the most varied…
Bonfire Night in Sussex: A Proud Tradition of Fire, History and Community
- 4 min read
Each autumn, Sussex bursts into life with the glow of bonfires, the rhythm of marching bands and the…
The Best coffee roasters in Sussex
- 2 min read
Looking for the best coffee in Sussex? From seaside cafés to countryside roasteries, Sussex is…
A foodie guide to Sussex
- 3 min read
Discover the vibrant food scene in Sussex. From farm-to-fork restaurants and vineyard dining to…
Festive Family Christmas Events in Sussex: What’s On in 2025
- 5 min read
Magical Christmas Events for Families in Sussex in 2025 Sussex sparkles with festive charm each…
Festive Light Trails in Sussex 2025
- 2 min read
There’s nothing quite like a winter walk under twinkling lights to get you into the festive…
Where to go Ice Skating in Sussex this Christmas
- 2 min read
There’s something timeless and joyful about ice skating during the festive season. Whether…
Best Halloween Events in Sussex
- 13 min read
Whether you’re looking for family Halloween fun or spine-chilling thrills after dark…
Gourmet and Gardens: A four-day gastronomic Sussex itinerary
- 7 min read
From the spring bursting with colour to the lush greens of summer, and the golden tones of autumn to…
Foodie Trail: A delicious discovery of Mid Sussex local produce
- 6 min read
Sandwiched between the coast and the capital, Mid Sussex is a must-visit destination on the English…
Quintessentially English: A traditional Sussex weekend
- 5 min read
Rolling countryside, storybook villages, country pubs, equestrian elegance, and a heritage steam…
Sparkling and Spas: Three days of Sussex wine and wellness
- 5 min read
Unwin(e)d in Sussex with the perfect pairing of wine and wellness, taking time to explore the…
Explore historical Sussex for free: Heritage Open Days 2025
- 2 min read
Every September, Heritage Open Days unlock the doors to some of England’s most fascinating…
9 places to see the best Autumn colours in Sussex
- 8 min read
Experience the changing season in Sussex As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, Sussex…
Discover East Sussex by Bus: Top ways to explore with Flexibus
- 3 min read
Leave the car at home and discover the hidden gems of East Sussex with the flexible and eco-friendly…
Explore Sussex by Bus: Top Destinations with Book-a-Bus
- 3 min read
Leave the car at home and discover the hidden gems of West Sussex with the flexible and eco-friendly…
A thousand years of history in 5 days on the Sussex coast
- 7 min read
From the Norman invasion in 1066 to the perils of WWII, Sussex has been at the forefront of…
Craft Experiences: A creative journey through Sussex
- 3 min read
Sussex is a treasure trove for craft lovers, offering immersive experiences that celebrate heritage…
Explore the Cuckoo Trail
- 3 min read
Discover the Cuckoo Trail: A Scenic Sussex Adventure for All Ages Nestled in the heart of East…
What do in Sussex for Teens
- 7 min read
Ultimate guide to things to do with Teenagers in Sussex Looking for fun, active, and memorable…
4 Active days on the Sussex Coast
- 8 min read
An itinerary for the adventurous! Why put your feet up on holiday? You can do that at home. This…
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