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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What's on for everyone

Lewes Rock Choir

  • May 22, 2025 - Oct 2, 2025

If you are wanting to join a choir you'll like singing with us in the Rock Choir. The Lewes Rock…

Lewes Rock Choir
May 22

WOODPIG

WOODPIG is the latest project from Hastings-based Al Mitchell, blending indie-folk and Americana…

WOODPIG
May 29

Saied Silbak

  • May 29, 2025 - Jun 29, 2025

Presented by Sounds St Leonards and Hastings White Rock. Saied Silbak is a Palestinian composer and…

Saied Silbak
May 29

Essence

Essence is a celebration of artistry, identity, and innovation, presented by our second and third…

Essence
May 29

Murder in Play

  • May 21, 2025 - May 24, 2025

Directed by Paul Davey, (last seen in If I Were You in 2024) , Murder In Play is set in a provincial…

Murder in Play
May 21
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Experience the parks & gardens of Sussex

Cowdray Estate

  • Cowdray Estate Office

Located in Midhurst at the heart of the South Downs National Park, Cowdray Estate is a treat for…

Cowdray Estate

Nymans

One of the National Trust’s premier gardens, Nymans has views stretching across the Sussex Weald…

Nymans

Wakehurst

  • Wakehurst Gardens, Selsfield Rd,

Part of London’s Kew Gardens, Wakehurst near Balcombe is a magical place to enjoy a family day out…

Wakehurst

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…

    Kindred Sauna at Knepp

    Glo-Wellbeing

    GloWellbeing has added a ‘Glo-rious’ SAUNA to compliment all the wonderful services we already offer.  Come and try our…

    Glo-Wellbeing

    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…

    Samphire Sauna

    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…

    South Downs Honey

    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…

    Marmalade 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…

    Spirit of the Downs

    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…

    Gravetye Manor

    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…

    Restaurant Interlude

    South Lodge Hotel

    Beautifully appointed bedrooms and a choice of dining options including the 2-AA Rosette Camellia Restaurant specialising in serving local sourced…

    South Lodge Hotel

    Sussex Wine

    Sussex wine is celebrated for its quality and variety, particularly its world-class sparkling wines. The region's vineyards have garnered numerous…

    Albourne Vineyard

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