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!
Distinctly Different Sussex
Sussex offers an exceptional mix of coast, countryside, culture and cuisine, all within easy reach of London. From 140 miles of coastline and the South Downs National Park to vibrant cities, historic castles and stately homes, the county has something for every visitor. Renowned for its thriving arts and events scene, award-winning dining, sustainable food experiences and world-class vineyards, Sussex is one of England’s most diverse and rewarding destinations.
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What's on this week in Sussex
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Meat Loaf by Candlelight
Featuring a live cast of West End singers including stars of the original West End…
Newhaven Fort
- Oct 30, 2026 - Nov 1, 2026
Visitors are welcomed back to Newhaven Fort this February half term, as the historic site reopens…
Stewart Lee vs The Man-Wulf
Lee shares his stage with a tough-talking werewolf comedian from the dark forests of the…
Chancellors Autumn Lectures: Smashing Images
As part of the Chancellors annual Autumn Lectures, this years series explores the rich interplay…
Rhythm of the 90s
Live '90s dance anthems band playing all the classics from the best era of dance music.
All Star Musical Concert - Eastbourne Stagers
- Nov 4, 2026 - Nov 7, 2026
Join Eastbourne Stagers for their All Star Musical Concert. Featuring hits from popular West End…
Furlong Fright Night
Celebrate Halloween at our haunted barns: with Live Music, Silt Walkers, Stage Performances and…
The Wind in The Willows
From the peaceful pleasures of Ratty’s beloved river bank to the fearful frights and wicked weasels…
The Paint Club: Stag and Moon
For this month's event we will be painting a stag in moonlight.
Halloween Activity: Spooky Spiders & Slithering Snakes
Join Nature Nurture Sussex for a 45-minute Halloween crafting adventure where little makers can…
Mini Quilt Competition
- RSPB’s Pagham Harbour
- Oct 30, 2026 - Mar 28, 2027
Calling all textile artists, embroiderers, needleworkers and anyone interested in sewing! Are you a…
Isthmian League: Burgess Hill Town vs Enfield Town
Burgess Hill Town take on Enfield Town in this Premier Division fixture.
Live Traitors Experience at Only With Love Brewery and Taproom
Murder! is a live, immersive social game of deception, deduction, and survival. Players are thrown…
Sip and Sketch
- Ropetackle Arts Centre
- Nov 2, 2026 - Dec 7, 2026
Come along, grab a coffee and get sketching! Each week we'll offer a theme and inspiration to…
Agatha Crusty and the Medieval Murders
- Oct 30, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
Agatha Crusty (pronounced Croosty) decides to join a genealogy course - finding out more about her…
The Paint Club: Polar Bears
For this month's event, we are painting polar bears under the Northern Lights.
Edge: Where the Land Meets the Sea
- Hastings Contemporary
- Oct 30, 2026 - Jan 3, 2027
Edge: Where the Land Meets the Sea is a major new exhibition exploringe the fundamental connection…
The Last Laugh
- Chichester Festival Theatre
- Nov 3, 2026 - Nov 7, 2026
Direct from a London run, The Last Laugh imagines three of Britain's all-time greatest comedy…
Ministry of Sound Classical
Three decades of dance performed by a 40-piece London Concert Orchestra. The greatest dance…
SUPER Natural October Half Term
- Arundel Wetland Centre
- Oct 30, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
Swap the spooky for a SUPER Natural family-friendly Halloween adventure this October half-term at…
Halloween Extravaganza
Fun for all the family ~ an evening of spooky songs and dances, followed by Halloween party
National League: Worthing vs Sutton United
Worthing take on Sutton United in this National League fixture.
Whitney: Queen of the Night
Queen Of The Night – A Tribute to Whitney Houston returns in 2027 for another show-stopping…
Spookiful at Standen
- Oct 30, 2026 - Nov 1, 2026
A spooky but not scary trail round the garden with Halloween inspired activities on the way. Booking…
Halloween at Michelham Priory
Bring the family along this October half term for a wonderfully spooky visit filled with Halloween…
Lewes Music Group Celebrate Music by the Doors and Associated Artists
The Lewes Music Group present an evening celebrating the Doors Greatest Hits alongside music by…
Dame Dolly's Spooktacular Pirate Show
It's time to jump aboard the Dolly Roger, scrub the deck and splice the mainbrace, as we prepare…
The Rock Orchestra
After entertaining 700,000 guests across the UK, USA and Europe, The Rock Orchestra is back in the…
Barclays Women's Super League: Brighton and Hove Albion vs Crystal Palace
Brighton and Hove Albion take on Crystal Palace in this Barclays Women's Super League fixture.
Family Halloween
The Silent DJs offer a unique and innovative party experience, redefining live entertainment through…
Halloween Potion Hunt at Go Ape Crawley
- Go Ape Crawley
- Oct 30, 2026 - Nov 1, 2026
Looking for a fun outdoor activity this Halloween with your family? Take on the Halloween Potion…
Monster Truck Firework Spectacular
Two spectacular low-noise firework displays designed to reduce loud bangs and make the experience…
Halloween Spooktacular
- Oct 30, 2026 - Nov 1, 2026
Join us for some spooky fun during our Halloween Spooktacular, where every penny you spend goes…
China Crisis
- Nov 5, 2026 - Nov 7, 2026
Eddie Lundon and Gary Daly are the founder members of the band which started in Kirkby, Merseyside…
Rogate Pumpkin Patch Ticket Release
- Oct 30, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
The Rogate Pumpkin Patch is now in its 12th year. We'll close with our much-loved Pumpkin SMASH!…
Dallahan
Forged in Scotland and Ireland’s traditional music scene, but drawing on the music of the Balkans…
RSVP
- Oct 30, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
RSVP – An Immersive Dark Comedy Horror Experience You're invited to Tommy Crimble's birthday…
Van Morrison
- Oct 30, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
One of music’s true originals, Van Morrison’s unique and inspirational musical legacy is rooted in…
Joshua Idehen
Joshua Idehen is a British-born Nigerian residing in Sweden. A spoken-word and poetry artist and…
Canopy Tree Climbing
- Oct 30, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
This October half term, take your adventures to new heights. Climb up into the treetops and…
Gary Delaney: Gary on Laughing
Gary Delaney’s last UK tour ran for two and a half years across 378 dates. People laughed a lot and…
The South
The South are an impressive 9-piece band that features former members of The Beautiful South…
Richard Pite Drums and Sousaphone, Mike Hatchard Piano
A morning of musical magic - early jazz, jazz standards and humour with master musicians. Mike is an…
Tap-O-Ween
The taproom is getting a little strange for the night. Expect spooky tunes, weird and wonderful…
Graham Hughes and the Sunshine Kings
Graham Hughes first brought The Sunshine Kings to West Chiltington Village Hall not long after Keith…
Al Murray: All You Need Is Guv
Hey cool cats! Hot on the heels of a sell-out 138 date tour of these green and groovy isles, The Guv…
Halloween at Leonardslee: The Potion Master’s Quest
- Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens
- Oct 30, 2026 - Nov 1, 2026
A spellbinding Halloween adventure awaits... A mysterious quest begins in the gardens this October…
Dolly Parton's 9 to 5
- Oct 30, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
Bursting with wit, heart and unforgettable songs, 9 to 5: The Musical brings Dolly Partons iconic…
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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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