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!
Win the Perfect Chichester Evening: Light Show and Dinner at The Ivy
Win tickets to the breathtaking Light Experience by Luxmuralis at the iconic…
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.
Dar Williams
One of the most lauded singer-songwriters of her generation, Dar Williams has been captivating…
UB40 Tribute
UB40 Tribute with Rats in the Kitchen.
Romesh Ranganathan: Work in Progress
- Chequer Mead Theatre
- Sep 30, 2026 - Oct 3, 2026
Join Romesh as he road-tests new material ahead of his brand-new tour.
Love Letters
Tracing the lifelong correspondence of the staid, dutiful lawyer Andrew Makepeace Ladd III and the…
Voices of the World - Fundraising Concert
Help us support our education programme at this community fundraising evening, featuring songs from…
Oil Painting Workshops
- Sep 26, 2026 - Dec 1, 2026
Curious to get your hands dirty to learn the "What, Why's and How's of Oil…
Open the Map - Beginners Navigation Course
Please join us for a relaxed, practical day learning the ins and outs of map reading and compass use…
Let There Be Love
- Sep 30, 2026 - Oct 14, 2026
The Royal Hippodromes much loved Summer Season makes its welcome return this year with a celebration…
Hannah East: Express Yourself
Hannah East’s brand-new show is a hilarious deep dive into the highs and lows of parenting…
An Evening With Dame Josephine Barstow
Join us at Fitzroy Lewes for a unique opportunity to spend an intimate evening with an international…
Chichester Harbour Work Party supported by Chichester Harbour Friends Beaky's Monthly work party
- Oct 1, 2026 - Dec 1, 2026
This is a general maintenance and upkeep work party for the Education departments outdoor learning…
Out of Order
A Comedy by Ray Cooney
Graham Parker
Regarded as one of the UK's most distinguished and original songwriters Graham Parker is perhaps…
Isthmian League: Crowborough Athletic Vs Hastings United
Crowborough Athletic take on Hastings United in this Velocity Cup fixture.
Claverham Community College Open Evening - Expression of Interest
We are delighted to invite you to our Open Evening as you consider Claverham Community College for…
Now That's What I Call An' 80's Night Presented by Cinnamon Street
You’ll have the time of your life - and never felt this way before - get ready for the ultimate ‘80s…
Junior & Youth Cycle Club
Local cycling group for young people, held on Fridays at Eastbourne Sports Park.
National Garden Scheme Open Day
Join us for our second open day of the year. A chance to enjoy the early autumn colour. Explore the…
The Paint Club: Puffins
We are painting puffins for this month's painting workshop.
The Emerald Dawn
As a multi-instrumentalist, symphonic progressive rock quartet, The Emerald Dawn combine elements…
Sky Bet League Two: Crawley Town vs Barnet
Crawley Town take on Barnet in this Sky Bet League Two fixture.
Curious About Hastings
- Sep 26, 2026 - Oct 24, 2026
Death Cab For Cutie
Formed in 1997, America's Death Cab For Cutie released their debut album Something About…
Art Tour
- Chichester Cathedral
- Sep 30, 2026 - Nov 25, 2026
The Cathedral is home to a significant collection of art, designed to inspire and challenge…
'Landscape’ Applique Freehand Machine Embroidery Workshop
After an inspiring demonstration, Lara will guide you through creating your own embroidered…
Staged
Welcome to STAGED - A Musical Theatre Concert! This isn't just a recital - it's a…
Botanical Illustration Workshop: Autumn
Our botanical illustration workshop will teach you how to draw and illustrate a unique piece of art…
Brewery Tours
- Sep 26, 2026 - Jan 23, 2027
Curious to know what goes on at Firebird, and what it takes to bring our beers to life? Join us for…
Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight
Experience Vivaldi’s iconic masterpiece The Four Seasons as you’ve never heard it before. A…
Rogate Pumpkin Patch Ticket Release
- Sep 26, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
The Rogate Pumpkin Patch is now in its 12th year. We'll close with our much-loved Pumpkin SMASH!…
Postcard Collage Workshop
Join us at Farleys for a workshop in which you will engage with collage as a creative outlet, making…
Horse Meat Disco
Founded in 2004 at London’s The Eagle, Horse Meat Disco (HMD) is a globally acclaimed collective and…
Oktoberfest
- Oct 2, 2026 - Oct 3, 2026
The UK’s biggest Oktoberfest tour is coming to Chichester! Join us for a legendary celebration…
Sporting Bears at Lancing Motor Show
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Lancing Motor Show where the Sporting Bears Motor…
Spire Visits
- Chichester Cathedral
- Sep 26, 2026 - Nov 28, 2026
Ascend through nearly 950 years of history, guided by knowledgeable volunteers, to Chichester…
NNAS Bronze Award Navigation Course
- Sep 26, 2026 - Sep 27, 2026
We would love you to join us for a fun and instructive two-day map-reading adventure in the stunning…
Isthmian League: Hastings United Vs Dulwich Hamlet
Hastings United take on Dulwich Hamlet in this FA Trophy fixture.
House Tour
- Sep 26, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
Join us for an intimate guided tour around the house at Charleston in Firle. A knowledgeable visitor…
UnSeen
- Colonnade House
- Sep 26, 2026 - Sep 27, 2026
Five West Sussex women artists. Five distinct mediums. A long history of exhibiting together. So…
Ghost Walk Pevensey
- Sep 26, 2026 - Nov 14, 2026
A 90 minute Guided Ghost walk of Pevensey. Meet Castle Car Park for a guide walk hearing some of the…
Knepp Rewilded Walled Garden Tour
- Sep 26, 2026 - Oct 8, 2026
A tour of the Rewilded Walled Garden with one of our specialist guides introduces you to the ethos…
Edge: Where the Land Meets the Sea
- Hastings Contemporary
- Sep 26, 2026 - Jan 3, 2027
Edge: Where the Land Meets the Sea is a major new exhibition exploringe the fundamental connection…
Coffee Concert: Riyad Nicolas
Born in Aleppo, Syria, Riyad became an international pianist and multiple prize-winner, described as…
Curious Threads, textile exhibition
- Sep 26, 2026 - Sep 27, 2026
A contemporary collective of nine textile artists based in the South Downs, UK, known for their…
Isthmian League: Bognor Regis Town Vs Afc Portchester
Bognor Regis Town take on AFC Portchester in this South Central Division fixture.
Rachel Paris Song Book -- Tour Preview
Rachel Parris is a BAFTA-nominated comedian, and an author, actor and musician. She is perhaps best…
Back To School!
- Sep 26, 2026 - Oct 23, 2026
Looking for the next term time treat? Knockhatch Adventure Park, just north of Eastbourne, has you…
Tom Read Wilson
Join television presenter, author, actor, and singer Tom Read Wilson for The A – Z of Me – an…
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
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…
English Wine Week 2026 in Sussex
- 8 min read
Sip, sip, hooray! Celebrate English Wine Week in Sussex between Saturday 20 June and Sunday 28 June…
Coastal Hotels in Sussex with Sea Views: Where to Stay by the Sea
- 4 min read
Few things rival waking up to the sound of waves and uninterrupted sea views. Along the Sussex…
48 hours in Eastbourne: how to spend the weekend in England’s sunniest seaside town
- 5 min read
Oh we do like to be beside the seaside, and Eastbourne is the epitome of English coastal nostalgia…
Step into Sussex: Things to Do Near London Gatwick Airport
- 8 min read
Flying into, or out of, London Gatwick Airport? The UK’s second-largest airport is located in…
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