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
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What's on for everyone
Together We Fold: Families Workshop
Together We Fold: Families Workshop // 17 May 2025 // 13.00 15.00 Join Emily for Together We Fold, a…
Wurlitzer Organ Concert: Declan Poole - Iain Sutherland Award Concert
Experience the Magnificence of the Wurlitzer Theatre Organ at the Assembly Hall. Discover the hidden…
Little Antlers: Wild Wednesdays
- May 13, 2025 - Jun 4, 2025
Join us for some hands-on fun! Roll up your sleeves and dive into our crafts and activities…
Jazz Afternoon Tea on the Lawns
Come and unwind with us on a relaxed and memorable afternoon in the beautiful Ashdown Park…
Tina Turner Tribute
Tina Turner Tribute with Typically Tina
The Puppet Petting Farm
Join us down on the farm for an interactive puppet show filled with animal fun and original live…
The Art of the Short Story
Hosted by Tom Lee.
Anna Karenina
- Chichester Festival Theatre
- Jun 7, 2025 - Jun 20, 2025
Across the vast panorama of 19th-century Russia – from the glittering salons of Moscow and St…
Stade Historic Fishing Quarter Guided Walk
- May 15, 2025 - Oct 16, 2025
Starting from the Fishermens Museum, Rock-a-Nore, you will explore The Stade Historic Fishing…
Jo Fooks (sax) and Buster Birch (drums) with Neal Richardson and Miles Danso (bass)
Jo Fooks (tenor sax) was a member of legendary Humphrey Lyttelton's band. Her influences include…
Make your own Clay Monster
Unleash your imagination and sculpt your own fantastical monster inspired by Julia Donaldson's…
Un Giorno di Regno - performed by Heber Opera
Sung in English and performed 'in the round'.
Together in Unity: Bernstein'Chichester Psalms'- A Concert for Chichester950
Join us for an extraordinary evening celebrating the 60th anniversary of Leonard Bernstein's…
Coffee Concert: Fenella Humphreys, Matthew Quenby & Yvonne-Marie Parsons
Join us for a morning of sublime music showcasing the exceptional talents of Fenella Humphreys…
Sarah Bolter Quintet
Sarah Bolter presents Sax in the City'. It will undoubtedly be an evening of excitement and the…
Book Group: Paradise
Hosted by For Sunday's Book Group, Holly will be focusing on Abdulrazak Gurnah's Paradise..
ADHD - Unmasked
Join ADHD speaker, coach, former Wright Stuff TV presenter and late diagnosed ADHDer Hester Grainger…
Steeleye Span
Over the past fifty years, Steeleye Span have come to define the concept of English folk rock…
Into the Fairy Tale
Step in to a land of make believe with our Razz Horsham stars!
Coffee Concert: Evgenia Startseva
Coffee Concert: Evgenia Startseva (piano) & Micha wiewicz (violin) Programme: Schubert, Brahms…
Sensory Storytelling for Toddlers with Bertie and Bow
- May 19, 2025 - Jul 21, 2025
Bertie and Bows Magical Storytelling Sessions! Join Bertie and Bow at the Heene Community Centre…
Curious About Chichester
- May 13, 2025 - Oct 25, 2025
Have fun discovering Chichester with two self-guided, quirky, heritage walks with an optional…
Art
- May 13, 2025 - May 17, 2025
Written by Yasmina Reza. Translated by Christopher Hampton. Directed by Alan Carter. Accessibility…
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…
Lewes Rock Choir
- May 15, 2025 - Sep 18, 2025
If you are wanting to join a choir you'll like singing with us in the Rock Choir. The Lewes Rock…
WSO: Summer Classical Favourites
Soloist: Yi Yang Chen (piano) A concert of summer fizz - the sunburst optimism of Mendelssohn's…
As the Snow Falls
- May 29, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Written and performed by Tom Messmer and Aidan McConville. Please would patrons note that…
Together We Fold: Adults Workshop
Together We Fold: Adults Workshop // 13 May 2025 // 11.00 13.00 Join Emily for Together We Fold, a…
Peter Pan
Saturday Stage School Juniors proudly present Peter Pan
Pre-Prep Summer Concert 2025
You are warmly invited to our Pre-Prep Summer Concert on Thursday 12th June 2025 in Oaks Hall at…
Stevie and Luther Show
Join in the celebration of two of the world’s greatest inspirational artists; Stevie Wonder and…
Make a Magical Puppet Workshop
Step into the whimsical world of Sophie Dahl’s ‘Madame Badobedah’ and bring its eccentric characters…
Sand
A Captivating New Show by Kook Ensemble Dylan has dementia. Heather must watch the love of her life…
Pixies & Pirates | May Half Term!
- May 24, 2025 - Jun 1, 2025
A magical May Half Term adventure for pre-schoolers and primary-aged children! Set sail for fun and…
Into The Labyrinth Once More
The Level 1 & 2 Performance & Production students present their devised piece, 'Into The…
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac
Personally endorsed by Fleetwood Mac founding member, Mick Fleetwood, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac is…
80s Live!
You’ve made it through the wilderness, somehow, you’ve made it through and now we’re never gonna…
The East Pointers with Special Guests Saije
Fans of The East Pointers have Koady Chaisson to thank for being the kinetic force behind the…
Summer Sizzler Gymnastics Festival SHOW 1
SHOW 1 An incredible celebration of gymnastics to celebrate the Summer time with our Summer Sizzler…
Sand
A Captivating New Show by Kook Ensemble Dylan has dementia. Heather must watch the love of her life…
Mike Hatchard's JAZZ BREAKFAST
Mike has been presenting Jazz Breakfasts on the South Coast for years at venues such as St. Mary in…
Salt Water Comedy
- May 16, 2025 - Nov 21, 2025
Salt Water Comedy is a night to cure all. With 5 hand-picked comedians booked at an intimate venue…
Preparing for your next successful funding application
Join Investment & Fund Manager, Sam Gritt, from Adur & Worthing Councils, for a guided tour…
The Hastings History of Crime Talk with Joel Griggs
The "Hastings History of Crime" talk by Joel Griggs, Curator of The True CRIME Museum…
Open Garden Day
A fundraising event run by our award-winning gardener Darshan. He has very kindly offered to open…
The Complete Summer Garden Workshop
Transform your garden this summer by joining a hands-on workshop with Nina Leeming Experience an…
Vineyard Tour and Tasting
- May 13, 2025 - Oct 26, 2025
Experience a Sussex Vineyard tour & wine tasting at Oastbrook Estate Vineyards. Learn…
Summer Blooms Photography Workshop with Molly Hollman
Join award-winning garden photographer Molly Hollman for an inspiring summer photography workshop…
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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