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!
Top things to see and do in Sussex
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What not to miss in Sussex this Autumn
Planning an autumn escape? Explore Sussex's harvest events, stunning gardens, pumpkin festivals, cultural experiences and historic traditions.
What's on this week in Sussex
Discover what’s happening this week and plan your perfect day out in Sussex.
Lpos Musical Productions Presents: the Sound of Music
- Oct 14, 2026 - Oct 17, 2026
Join LPOS Musical Productions as we bring the well-loved classic 'The Sound of Music', to…
Modus Operandi - Five Way Split
Five-Way Split is a jointly led band, formed in 2020, featuring some of the finest contemporary…
Isthmian League: Hastings United Vs Erith Town
Hastings United take on Erith Town in this South East Division fixture.
India Harvey: Creative Approaches (Cpd Session)
Join artist and educator India Harvey for for a free CPD (continuing professional development)…
Curious About Chichester
- Oct 13, 2026 - Oct 24, 2026
Unlock Chichester's Hidden Stories: Quirky Walks & Treasure Hunts Await! Ditch the ordinary…
Worthing Musical Comedy Society: We Will Rock You
- Oct 13, 2026 - Oct 17, 2026
Worthing Musical Comedy Society proudly presents the worldwide smash hit musical featuring the…
Rogate Pumpkin Patch
- Oct 16, 2026 - Nov 1, 2026
Enjoy all your family favourites - Pick your own pumpkins - Themed play areas - Family activities…
Summer Programme
- Oct 13, 2026 - Nov 1, 2026
Our Summer Programme unfolds through earthworks, sculpture, tapestry, ceramics and large-scale…
2:22 A Ghost Story
- Oct 19, 2026 - Oct 24, 2026
2:22 A GHOST STORY by Danny Robbins In this slick supernatural thriller, Jenny hears mysterious…
The Celine Experience
A stunning live concert celebrating the music of Celine Dion - brought to the stage in a bold…
Harbour Tots - Parent and Toddler Group - Feathered Friends
'Harbour Tots' is a fun outdoor session for toddlers and their parents/carers to discover…
Willy Mason + Alexander Wolfe
Willy Mason has been writing recording and touring for 25 years, ever since his home demo of…
Loving the Lichen!
Often overlooked, these mysterious organisms, have their own roles to play in natures different…
Stray With Special Guest Dylan Gers
British rock legends STRAY are joined by the irrepressible DYLAN GERS for a fantastic night of rock…
Curious About Hastings
- Oct 13, 2026 - Oct 24, 2026
The Paint Club: Fox in Forest
We are painting a fox in the forest for this month's event.
Back To School!
- Oct 13, 2026 - Oct 23, 2026
Looking for the next term time treat? Knockhatch Adventure Park, just north of Eastbourne, has you…
Halloween at Leonardslee: The Potion Master’s Quest
- Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens
- Oct 17, 2026 - Nov 1, 2026
A spellbinding Halloween adventure awaits... A mysterious quest begins in the gardens this October…
Maddie Morris
Join BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award winner Maddie Morris, described by Jim Moray as “leading the next…
Photography for Beginners
Want to start a new hobby or learn more about photography and escape auto mode? Learn how to use…
The Paint Club: Puffins
We are painting puffins for this month's painting workshop.
Handel's "Messiah"
- Oct 17, 2026 - Dec 12, 2026
Passionate and committed music beautifully played and sung... Sussex music-making could not be in…
Nick Cope
Nick Cope family show for 2026! Come and join Nick Cope for a brand new, delightful family concert…
MTM's Contemporary Madness!
The Musical Theatre of Now. Discover everything that's wonderful about contemporary and…
Panic At The Emo Day Party
Panic! At The Emo is taking over your afternoon! We're bringing the biggest emo anthems, Myspace…
Laura Lexx: Yo-Yo
In a 10 year marriage eventually your partner sees it all. Every bad idea. Every silly decision…
House Tour
- Oct 14, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
Join us for an intimate guided tour around the house at Charleston in Firle. A knowledgeable visitor…
Race Meeting
Afternoon Jump Racing. Check venue for exact opening and race times.
Theatre Tour
- Oct 17, 2026 - Mar 3, 2027
The Royal Hippodrome Theatre Friends invite you to discover the history of Eastbourne's oldest…
Bronson: A One-Man Live Theatre Play
- Oct 15, 2026 - Oct 16, 2026
Based on the life of Michael Peterson, also known as Charles Bronson and Charles Salvador, this…
Tim Peake: Astronauts
With fewer than 650 people having reached Earth's orbit, nobody is more qualified than Tim Peake…
Lewes Ghost Walk
- Oct 16, 2026 - Nov 27, 2026
A 90 minute Guided Walk through Lewes introducing you to some of the darker stories from the Towns…
Coffee Concert: Evgenia Startseva
Evgenia Startseva (piano) Born in Kazakhstan, Evgenia has enjoyed an international concert career…
Storm Brewing / Lords of Form
Cellar Arts Club present a night of live space/prog rock! STORM BREWING Storm Brewing is the new…
Roots and Rhythm
- Oct 13, 2026 - Oct 17, 2026
Join us at Kew Wakehurst throughout the year to experience the power of sound and nature at…
The Paint Club: Rainbow Forest
Join us for this month's event as we paint a rainbow forest.
Edge: Where the Land Meets the Sea
- Hastings Contemporary
- Oct 13, 2026 - Jan 3, 2027
Edge: Where the Land Meets the Sea is a major new exhibition exploringe the fundamental connection…
Sneak Peek Tours at Nymans
- Oct 13, 2026 - Oct 30, 2026
Take a behind the scenes look inside the house on a sneak peek tour. Tours last approximately 30…
Live Music With Trigger
A great opportunity to hear and dance to an emerging Hastings band that plays covers and their own…
Lecture Memorialising Andrewes
This special lecture which will take place on Thursday, 15 October, will be presented by Professor…
Wallace & Gromit: Fantastic Fungi Trail
- Oct 17, 2026 - Nov 1, 2026
Feathers McGraw is up to his old tricks, and Wallace and Gromit need your help to stop him! Follow a…
Buffy Revamped
Seventy minutes. Seven seasons. One Spike. Fresh from a smash-hit run at Edinburgh Fringe, this…
Isthmian League: Crowborough Athletic Vs Erith Town
Crowborough Athletic take on Erith Town in this South East Division fixture.
Newhaven Fort
- Oct 13, 2026 - Nov 1, 2026
Visitors are welcomed back to Newhaven Fort this February half term, as the historic site reopens…
Sofía Ros – Classical Accordion
Horsham Music Circle welcomes Spanish accordionist Sofía Ros, rapidly emerging as one of the…
Halloween Shriek Week
Shriek Week is the perfect place to take the kids for a fun-filled, family friendly, spooky day out…
The Long Ryders
The Long Ryders are an American rock ‘n roll band formed in Los Angeles in 1981. They are often…
The Paint Club: Spooky Forest
Join us for this month's workshop we will be painting a spooky forest in time for Halloween!
The Creative Coast is Calling
Set your own pace along Sussex’s creative coastline, with carefully crafted routes & itineraries that reveal sweeping views, charming seaside culture and hidden coastal treasures.
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Top reasons to visit Sussex
De La Warr Pavilion
- Marina
A pioneering centre for the arts located in Bexhill, established in 1935. A place where everyone can experience contemporary exhibitions…
Hastings Contemporary
Hastings Contemporary is a bold, independent arts charity in the heart of Hastings Old Town. Situated on the town’s historic fishing beach, we…
Towner Gallery
Collecting and exhibiting contemporary art for 100 years, Towner Eastbourne sits where the coast and the South Downs meet. Towner presents exhibitions…
Tours & Experiences
From historic landmarks and charming villages to scenic coastlines and award-winning vineyards, explore the best of Sussex with local expert guides…
Watersports
With a 100-mile coastline and calm inland waterways, there’s nowhere better than Sussex for diving into watersports. A calm paddleboard along…
Top 4 Coastal Walks in Sussex
Explore stunning walks along the beautiful Sussex coastline, following the King Charles III England Coast Path.
A foodies guide to Sussex
Sussex has a vibrant and varied food scene. From farm-to-fork restaurants and vineyard dining to award-winning pubs and Michelin-starred cuisine you…
Sussex shines in the Michelin Guide
The 2026 Michelin Guide has officially been released, and Sussex has once again earned it's place as a must-visit culinary destination. With six…
Food and drink
Sussex has exceptional local produce and world class vineyard estates on its doorstep.
All about the Sussex Coast
The Sussex coastline stretches 140 miles along the English Channel, bookended by Camber Sands in the east and Chichester Harbour and West Wittering in the west. This stunning coastline is filled with diverse beaches, nature reserves, seaside towns, and opportunities for adventure and relaxation! The area stretching from Worthing to Newhaven and Seaford to the South Downs National Park, is designated as a UNESCO Living Coast Biosphere, covering 700Km2 of rare and unique landscapes.
Discover Sussex stories
Best Halloween Events in Sussex 2026
- 12 min read
Whether you're looking for family-friendly Halloween fun, a traditional pumpkin-picking day out…
Festive Family Christmas Events in Sussex: What’s On in 2026
- 7 min read
Magical Christmas Events for Families in Sussex in 2026 Sussex sparkles with festive charm each…
Autumn Colour at Sheffield Park and Garden in Sussex
- 3 min read
Experience Autumn colour at its most spectacular at Sheffield Park and Garden It is hard to put the…
Festive Light Trails in Sussex 2026
- 3 min read
There’s nothing quite like stepping into a world of twinkling lights to get you into the…
Why Sussex Is Your Perfect Autumn Escape This Year
- 5 min read
As summer gives way to crisp mornings and golden afternoons, Sussex transforms into one of the…
Step into the 1066 Battle of Hastings
- 4 min read
On the 14 th of October 1066, the most famous battle in English history took place. Now, every…
Best Vineyard Harvest Experiences in Sussex: Grape Picking, Wine Tastings and Harvest Festivals
- 3 min read
Harvest season is one of the best times to visit a vineyard in Sussex, with late Summer sunshine and…
See Sussex Differently: Active Adventures around Newhaven
- 10 min read
How to spend an active break in Newhaven If you're looking for an active break in Sussex with…
Explore historical Sussex for free: Heritage Open Days 2026
- 3 min read
Every September, Heritage Open Days unlock the doors to some of England’s most fascinating…
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…
Tide Mills, Newhaven: discover the history of Sussex's lost village
- 4 min read
Tide Mills, Newhaven: discover the history of Sussex's lost village Just outside Newhaven, on…
Three Newhaven heritage walks that uncover the stories behind the harbour town
- 9 min read
Newhaven is a town that rewards a closer look. Its working harbour, railway, ferry terminal and…
Best Saunas in Sussex: Coastal, Outdoor & Wild Sauna Experiences
- 13 min read
Looking for a sauna in Sussex? From wood-fired beach saunas overlooking the English Channel to…
Take Time to Discover Midhurst: A Historic Gem in the Heart of Sussex
- 3 min read
In the heart of the South Downs National Park, Midhurst is one of Sussex’s most captivating…
Luxury holiday homes in Sussex
- 4 min read
Sometimes the greatest luxury is having the space to slow down. A private hot tub beneath star…
Discover Winnie‑the‑Pooh Inspired Spots Across Sussex
- 5 min read
Winnie-the-Pooh-inspired outings in Sussex In 2026, Winnie-the-Pooh, the warm-hearted and wise…
Explore Sussex Through Channel 5's Jewel of the South Coast
- 4 min read
Explore Sussex Through Channel 5's New Series A new five-part Channel 5 TV series, Sussex…
5 places to keep cool in Sussex this summer
- 5 min read
Your guide to a refreshing ‘cool‑cation’ in Sussex When the temperature rises…
Crossing from Sussex to France: The Newhaven to Dieppe Ferry Guide
- 12 min read
Everything You Need to Know About the Newhaven to Dieppe Ferry The Newhaven to Dieppe ferry crossing…
Cycling the Avenue Verte: Newhaven, Sussex & Beyond
- 15 min read
Newhaven: A Gateway Between Coast & Countryside Arriving into Newhaven from Dieppe in the…
Top 5 Arts festivals in Sussex
- 3 min read
Discover some incredible events in Sussex celebrating the Arts; from world-class Opera at…
How to Celebrate Winnie-the-Pooh’s 100th Birthday in Sussex
- 4 min read
Celebrate Winnie-the-Pooh’s 100th Birthday in Sussex A magical summer in the real Hundred…
Off the Beaten Track: 5 Hidden Food & Drink Spots in West Sussex
- 3 min read
There's something satisfying about finding a place that feels like a reward for getting off the…
Unmissable walks across Sussex
- 3 min read
Sussex is a county of incredible geographic contrast, offering everything from ancient woodland…
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