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
Tadek Beutlich: On and Off the Loom
- Feb 11, 2025 - Jun 22, 2025
Discover the distinctive work of Tadek Beutlich MBE (1922 – 2011), a visionary textile artist…
Pattern: Rhythm and Repetition
- Pallant House Gallery
- Feb 11, 2025 - Apr 27, 2025
DISCOVER THE CREATIVE POWER OF PATTERN IN ART. Drawing upon Pallant House Gallery’s collection, this…
Lemn Sissay
Spend an evening with a master of the spoken word, BAFTA nominated author, activist, performer and…
Theatre 48: You Stupid Darkness!
- The Capitol
- Feb 13, 2025 - Feb 15, 2025
In a cramped, crumbling office, four volunteers spend a few hours every Tuesday night on the phone…
An Evening with Jeff Stelling Hosted by Bianca Westwood
An exclusive evening of football nostalgia, fun and entertainment with Sky Sports legend Jeff…
Lunchtime Movement Session: Nigel Hall – Sound and Music
Nigel Hall's drawing and sculptural work has an affinity with sound and music. In this lunchtime…
Wrestling Live In Selsey
The ultimate family wrestling experience comes to town Unmissable! 2 HOURS OF NON STOP WRESTLING…
Rosemary & Sean: Posh Teas & Artisan Cheese
Two culinary champions and TV stars, ROSEMARY SHRAGER and SEAN WILSON, team up for their first ever…
Ever Onward - New Musical Workshop Performance
Students on our BA (Hons) Musical Theatre Performance degree programme have the opportunity to…
Goldstone Rum - Distillery Tour & Tasting
- Feb 22, 2025 - Mar 22, 2025
On a walking tour of our distillery, learn how we take the raw ingredients through fermentation…
Poetry Day: Home
What better way to spend a day than at Charleston reading and writing poetry? These day poetry…
Milton Jones: HA!milton
This is not a musical. Milton Jones is tone deaf and has no sense of rhythm, but at least he doesn’t…
Pippin
- Feb 27, 2025 - Mar 6, 2025
Performed by our Level 3 Musical Theatre students, Prince Pippin, heir to the throne, is in search…
Mrs Smith - See Me!
Ever wondered what your teacher was thinking? Let Facebook’s Mrs Smith enlighten you! Mrs Smith was…
Seaside Football Showdown: Albion All-Stars vs TikTok Titans
Join us on March 7th at Peacehaven Football Club for the Seaside Football Showdown! Watch…
Horsham Symphony Orchestra: Classic and Contemporary Works for Orchestra
Horsham Symphony Orchestra returns to The Capitol with an eclectic Spring concert, featuring one of…
Relax, renew & unwind at a Sussex Spa
A beach front sauna with an invigorating sea swim? Or perhaps you're after a luxurious day with treatments and a dip in a hot tub? Whatever your perfect spa day consists of you'll find it in Sussex.
Bailiffscourt Spa
One of the most beautiful spas in the south of England, Bailiffscourt Spa offers tranquility and…
Alexander House Utopia Spa
Grecian-inspired interiors and water-based therapies await at the glorious Utopia Spa. Featuring 25…
The Spread Eagle Spa
In the heart of the South Downs National Park, you'll find stunning facilities beneath a…
Luna Hut Sauna Eastbourne
- Grand Parade
Luna Hut Sauna invites you to immerse yourself in a relaxing, wood-fired sauna experience by the…
Samphire Sauna
- Hastings Pier
Experience a beachfront sauna spa on Hastings Pier with two wood-fired saunas, a cool-down area, sea…
Kindred Sauna at Knepp
- Swallows Lane
Wood fired sauna in nature at the Knepp Estate Campsite. Open to general public and campers alike…
Luna Hut Sauna Worthing
- Brighton Road
Luna Hut Sauna invites you to immerse yourself in a relaxing, wood-fired sauna experience by the…
The Spa at South Lodge
The Spa at South Lodge is a luxury spa with state-of-the-art gym and spin studio, indoor and outdoor…
Ockenden Manor Spa
Nestled in the West Sussex countryside, Ockenden Manor Spa is a haven from the hustle and bustle of…