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!
Awaken your inner explorer
Come and discover your new favourite destination. What can you expect? Here's a taster...
What's on for everyone
Prognosis Festival
Calling all Progressive Rock fans to this Genesis and Genesis - inspired weekend . Friday night sees…
Simply Kate Bush
Simply Kate Bush return to Chichester Assembly Room with the prospect of another dazzling display of…
Outdoor Theatre: Much Ado About Nothing
Pedalling from venue to venue with all of their set, props and costumes on the back of their bikes…
A-May-zing half term at Drusillas Park
- May 24, 2025 - Jun 1, 2025
Keep the kids half term happy with a zooper day out at Drusillas Park this May! Get nose-to-nose…
Un Giorno di Regno - performed by Heber Opera
Sung in English and performed 'in the round'.
Seussical The Musical
- May 30, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Seussical The Musical is a vibrant and whimsical stage production based on the works of Dr. Seuss…
A Tribute to The Carpenters
Its time to get over that rainbow and make the smallest of dreams come true with A Tribute to the…
The Very Hungry Caterpillar™
- May 15, 2025 - Jun 22, 2025
Join us for one of nature’s greatest transformations as you become the world’s most famous…
Hoovering on The Edge
- May 21, 2025 - May 24, 2025
'Hoovering on The Edge' by Hilary Spiers Directed by Christine Linden-Smith When seven…
British Music Hall Society: Day By The Sea
NNow a highlight of the Eastbourne theatrical year, the British Music Hall Society returns for its…
The Complete Summer Garden Workshop
Transform your garden this summer by joining a hands-on workshop with Nina Leeming Experience an…
Boston Marriage by David Mamet
- Jun 6, 2025 - Jun 14, 2025
Boston Marriage was a 19th century American euphemism to describe a relationship between two women…
Space
Indie-rock outfit from Liverpool who hit the charts in the mid-90s with the quirky 'Female of…
Shaparak Khorsandi: Scatterbrain
Having reassessed her life through the prism of an ADHD diagnosis in last year's funny and…
Brave Rival
Brave Rival are the South East’s rip-roaring rock and blues machine. Hailing from Portsmouth, the…
One Night of Adele
One Night Of Adele transports you into the sensational atmosphere of an Adele concert experience…
Maximilian - Single Launch Show
Join Brighton based artist Maximilian for his single launch show, as a part of the Long Time Gone…
Uk Subs + Guitar Gangsters
The factory live are thrilled to welcome the UK subs to Worthing 2024 marked the U.K. Subs’ 47th…
Performing Arts Showcase
Our termly Performing Arts Showcase which this time will feature a range of Drama, Dance and Singing…
Weaving Stories from Life
Hosted by Esther Freud.
By the scent of the cherry blossom
For a few, brief, summer months, the fortunate folk who live or travel through the Garden of England…
Sand
A Captivating New Show by Kook Ensemble Dylan has dementia. Heather must watch the love of her life…
The Importance of Being Earnest
- May 15, 2025 - May 18, 2025
The Importance of Being Earnest - play in three acts by Oscar Wilde, performed in 1895 and published…
Troy Redfern Band
“Authentic and real, Redfern impresses with pure organic rock & roll.” – Rock and Blues Muse…
Curtain Up
- May 15, 2025 - Oct 15, 2025
From Stage to Screen and everything in between This summer, The Royal Hippodrome Theatre proudly…
Seriously Collins
No gimmicks, wigs or gorilla suits Just a genuine tribute to the biggest artist of our generation…
ADHD - Unmasked
Join ADHD speaker, coach, former Wright Stuff TV presenter and late diagnosed ADHDer Hester Grainger…
Peter Pan
Saturday Stage School Juniors proudly present Peter Pan
Jazz Afternoon Tea on the Lawns
Come and unwind with us on a relaxed and memorable afternoon in the beautiful Ashdown Park…
Hailsham Voices Community Pop Choir
Come and enjoy an hour of pop songs that you will know and love, sung by the inspirational and…
The Jolly Wine Society
- May 15, 2025 - Dec 18, 2025
Broaden your viticultural horizons and join us one Thursday every month for an informal wine…
Twelfth Night
Join The Lord Chamberlains Men this summer, in their 21st year, for Shakespeares greatest romantic…
After Hours 2 House Night with Elliot Crawford
Join us for round 2 of After Hours House Night at The Bear Club and Eastbourne Cocktail Club when…
Hannah White: 'Sweet Revolution' Album Launch
Hannah White, one of the UK's fastest-rising singer-songwriters, will release her…
An Evening In Conversation With Ricky Maymi (Brian Jonestown Massacre)
Join us for a special intimate evening chatting with Ricky Maymi, the guitarist and founder member…
Absolute Bowie
There will only ever be one David Bowie, he was unique in every way and an inspiration to millions…
Jack Dee
Culture wars, the environment, British foreign policy and social justice: these are just a few of…
Funny Girls! Worthing // 22May25
FUNNY GIRLS! The longest-running all-girl comedy night in Brighton is now established in sunny…
Book Group: Leviathan
Immerse yourself in the wonders of the deep with Philip Hoare's 'Leviathan', a lyrical…
The Manfreds
The '60s group Manfred Mann is now considered, more than ever, one of the finest and most…
Dirty DC: AC/DC Tribute
Down & Dirty! AC/DC is a band whose appeal is huge, widespread through the generations and…
Woman Like Me -- Little Mix Tribute
Now playing it’s 6th successful year touring the UK and having played to over 50,000 people around…
Plaza Suite
- Jun 11, 2025 - Jun 14, 2025
Plaza Suite is set in the Plaza Hotel in New York in the late 1960s. It is a play of 3 Acts each…
Drawing and Stories with Axel Scheffler
Join world-renowned illustrator Axel Scheffler, best known for his work with longtime collaborator…
Sing The Musicals
Direct from London’s West End the first national tour of the greatest musicals of All time performed…
Ardingly College Remove and L6th Scholars'Recital
An opportunity for our Year 10 and Year 12 Music Scholars' to perform.
Experience the parks & gardens of Sussex
Arundel Castle
No trip to West Sussex is complete without visiting the magnificent Arundel Castle. Set high on a…
Borde Hill Garden
- Borde Hill Lane
Borde Hill is a 2,000-acre Estate which has been owned by the Stephenson Clarke family for over 130…
Buchan Country Park
Buchan Country Park is 170 acres of beautiful countryside right on Crawley's doorstep. This is an…
Cowdray Estate
- Cowdray Estate Office
Located in Midhurst at the heart of the South Downs National Park, Cowdray Estate is a treat for…
Denmans Garden
Denmans is a tranquil contemporary garden started by plantswoman Joyce Robinson, a pioneer in…
Goodwood Art Foundation
A new destination for contemporary art in the UK, the Goodwood Art Foundation will feature the work…
Goodwood House
Set in the stunning 12,000 acre Goodwood Estate, Goodwood House is the home of the Earl and Countess…
Great Dixter House & Gardens
- Great Dixter
Great Dixter is a garden you can immerse yourself in, vibrant, daring and exciting. Originally home…
Highdown Gardens
Highdown Gardens is a unique chalk garden nested in the South Downs National Park and overlooking…
Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens
Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens is described as ‘The Finest Woodland Gardens in England’. Its rich…
Nymans
One of the National Trust’s premier gardens, Nymans has views stretching across the Sussex Weald…
Parham House and Gardens
Hidden just off the A283 just outside the pretty village of Storrington, Parham House & Gardens…
Pashley Manor Gardens
- Pashley Road
At Pashley you will discover 11 acres of beautiful borders and vistas - the culmination of a…
Petworth House and Park
On the edge of the market town, Petworth House and Park is the perfect place to evade the crowds and…
Seven Sisters Country Park
- East Dean Road
Seven Sisters Country Park is a poular destination to experience the iconic Seven Sisters white…
Sheffield Park and Garden
About Sheffield Park and Garden The Grade I listed garden is a horticultural work of art formed…
Standen House and Gardens
Discover the arts and crafts movement at the Standen family home and explore life as it would have…
Sussex Prairie Wild
- Wheatsheaf Road
Located near Henfield, the Sussex Prairie Gardens are set in eight acres of gloriously planted…
Tilgate Forest
Located in the High Weald area of West Sussex, near Crawley - only half an hour from the hustle and…
Uppark House and Garden
Uniquely placed in a stunning hilltop location on the South Downs, Uppark House was built in the…
Wakehurst
- Wakehurst Gardens, Selsfield Rd,
Part of London’s Kew Gardens, Wakehurst near Balcombe is a magical place to enjoy a family day out…
West Dean Gardens
Nestled at the foot of the South Downs, West Dean Gardens in West Sussex is one of the greatest…
Top reasons to visit Sussex
Kindred Sauna at Knepp
- Swallows Lane
Wood fired sauna in nature at the Knepp Estate Campsite. Open to general public and campers alike. Open all year round for traditional Nordic style…
Glo-Wellbeing
GloWellbeing has added a ‘Glo-rious’ SAUNA to compliment all the wonderful services we already offer. Come and try our…
Samphire Sauna
- Hastings Pier
Experience a beachfront sauna spa on Hastings Pier with two wood-fired saunas, a cool-down area, sea views, and bookings for up to 8 people. 30mins…
South Downs Honey
South Downs Honey, is a small Honey farm based in and around the South Downs National Park. We produce a range of pure, raw, and unfiltered honeys…
Marmalade MTB
Passion and experience drives the team at Marmalade MTB. The aim is simple - to provide you with everything you need, to explore and discover MTB…
Spirit of the Downs
- Foxhole Lane
Spirit of the Downs is a multi award winning distillery producing Sussex Brandy, Grape Vodka and Liqueurs, crafted with sustainability at its heart…
Gravetye Manor
- Vowels Lane
Gravetye Manor, a delightful historic hotel set in more than 1,000 acres of tranquil English countryside. With a magnificent Michelin Star restaurant…
Restaurant Interlude
"OUR STORY in·ter·lude \ ˈin-tər-ˌlüd A period or event that comes between two others and is different from them." Interlude is a contemporary…
South Lodge Hotel
Beautifully appointed bedrooms and a choice of dining options including the 2-AA Rosette Camellia Restaurant specialising in serving local sourced…
Vineyards, Tasting & Tours
Find a Sussex Vineyard to explore... enjoy wine tasting, tours and so much more
Sussex Wine
Sussex wine is celebrated for its quality and variety, particularly its world-class sparkling wines. The region's vineyards have garnered numerous…
Women in Sussex Wine
The trailblazing Women behind Sussex wine are not only producing exceptional vintages but also paving the way for future generations.
Discover Sussex stories
Discover Sussex: Top Intriguing Facts About Our Charming Region
- 6 min read
Sussex is a county brimming with history, culture, and natural beauty. As we approach Sussex Day on…
Culture by the coast: Arty days in Sussex
- 5 min read
Culture vulture? Welcome to Sussex: the home to world-beating museums and more galleries than…
Top 5 culture festivals in Sussex
- 4 min read
Discover a whole host of incredible festivals in Sussex celebrating the Arts, opening from May in…
Slow Horsham: Pause, breathe and explore Sussex at your own pace
- 7 min read
Spend a week or two tuning into nature in Sussex. This itinerary invites you to slow down, take a…
Wild Horsham: A week of active adventures in Sussex’s great outdoors
- 8 min read
Wild Horsham: A week of active adventures in Sussex’s great outdoors Spend a week or more…
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…
Plan the perfect Sussex beach break
- 6 min read
Sussex-on-Sea Oh, we do like to be beside the seaside. Well, we would, wouldn’t we? After…
Hidden Horsham: A heritage weekend getaway in the Sussex countryside
- 6 min read
Spend a weekend immersed in the stories etched into Sussex's timeless landscape. This is a…
Food and drink
Sussex has exceptional local produce and world class vineyard estates on its doorstep.
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