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!
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Explore Sussex Winelands
Albourne Estate
- Shaves Wood Lane
Albourne Estate is set deep in the glorious Sussex countryside overlooking the South Downs, yet just…
Beacon Down Vineyard
- Browns Lane
Beacon Down vineyard occupies 18 acres of the beautiful High Weald near Heathfield in East Sussex in…
Bluebell Vineyard
Situated on the edge of the Ashdown Forest near the famous Bluebell Steam Railway, Bluebell Vineyard…
Kingscote Estate
- Vowels Lane
The beautiful 150 acre Kingscote Estate produces both still and sparkling white wines…
Nyetimber
For 30 years Nyetimber has been making some of the finest English sparkling wine. Using traditional…
Ridgeview Wine Estate
- Fragbarrow Lane
Nestled at the foot of the picturesque South Downs in Ditchling, just a 20-minute drive from…
Sugrue South Downs
- Bee Tree Vineyard
Sugrue South Downs is an award-winning, boutique producer of English sparkling and still wines by…
Vine & Country Wine Tours
- Hastings and surronding areas
Vine & Country Wine Tours offers friendly, award-winning food and wine experiences across the…
Winklestone Vineyard
The Dewhurst family have lived in Fairwarp on the Ashdown Forest for 21 years, planting our small…
10 stress-free calmcation ideas
'Calmcation' – an antidote to action-packed itineraries and hectic schedules.
What's on for everyone
Come & Sing - Mozart's Requiem
If you love singing, come and sing away the winter blues with this inspiring workshop! Led by…
Coffee Concert: Simone Alessandro Tavoni - piano
Coffee Concert: Simone Alessandro Tavoni - piano After a successful premier recital at Kino-Teatr…
Lime
Formed in the early 1990's Lime are probably the biggest band from that era you have never heard…
The Jungle Book
The Lewes and Hassocks based Drama Collective Junior and Youth groups are excited to present a…
Theatre Tour
- Feb 4, 2026 - Nov 4, 2026
The Royal Hippodrome Theatre Friends invite you to discover the history of Eastbourne's oldest…
Isthmian League: Eastbourne Town vs Deal Town
Eastbourne Town take on Deal Town in this Isthmian League - South East Division fixture.
Coffee Concert: Fenella Humphreys
Coffee Concert: Fenella Humphreys (violin) & Sam Armstrong (piano) Bach, Schumann, Stravinsky…
Women's Super League: Brighton and Hove Albion vs London City Lionesses
Brighton and Hove Albion take on London City Lionesses in this Women's Super League fixture.
Isthmian League: Burgess Hill Town vs Dartford
Burgess Hill Town take on Dartford in this Isthmian League - Premier Division fixture.
Crazier Golf in Eastbourne
- Jan 15, 2026 - Jan 25, 2026
Swing through 9 crazier holes featuring catapults, loops, and conveyors! Experience the unique…
The Brighton Beach Boys are "Still Crazy After All These Years"
Paul Simon, born October 13, 1941, in Newark, New Jersey, stands as one of America's most…
Robinson Crusoe & The Pirates
- Jan 17, 2026 - Jan 25, 2026
Directed by Suzi Allan. Lots of family fun at our annual pantomime 'Robinson Crusoe & The…
Yoga by Candlelit with string quartet
Yoga by Candlelight with Live String Quartet at the Guildhall. An unforgettable evening of movement…
Spire Visits
- Chichester Cathedral
- Jan 15, 2026 - Mar 28, 2026
Ascend through nearly 950 years of history, guided by knowledgeable volunteers, to Chichester…
Martyn Joseph
Martyn Joseph is a completely unique and mind-blowing artist. Take everything you think you know…
Isthmian League: Three Bridges vs Herne Bay
Three Bridges take on Herne Bay in this Isthmian League - South East Division fixture.
Winter Comedy Gala
Winter comedy Gala, featuring comedians from TV and Radio. Line-up announced soon. To avoid FOMO we…
Leonardslee Comedy Club
- Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens
- Jan 16, 2026 - Nov 13, 2026
Join us at Leonardslee Comedy Club for an evening of live stand-up and plenty of laughs! Join us at…
Isthmian League: Broadbridge Heath vs AFC Whyteleafe
Broadbridge Heath take on AFC Whyteleafe in this Isthmian League - South East Division fixture.
Curious About Hastings
- Jan 15, 2026 - Oct 24, 2026
The Jive Aces Concert
The Jive Aces, the UK's No.1 jive and swing band, will be filling the Main Hall with hot jazz…
Syd's Last Stand - Celebrating Syd Barrett
Q&A with Syd biographer Rob Chapman, plus DJs and dancing. Celebrating 58 years since Syd…
Mother Goose
- Jan 15, 2026 - Jan 18, 2026
The Littlehampton Musical Comedy society presents a traditional family pantomime, Mother Goose. All…
Isthmian League: Chichester City vs Wingate & Finchley
Chichester City take on Wingate & Finchley in this Isthmian League - Premier Division fixture.
Friday Night is Music Night
There’s music for everyone in BBC Radio 3’s Friday Night is Music Night! Join the BBC Concert…
Ratton School: The Addams Family School Edition
- Jan 21, 2026 - Jan 23, 2026
Theyre creepy, kooky, mysterious and spooky and theyre taking over the stage at the Royal Hippodrome…
Jonny Hepbir Trio plus Mike Piggott
Jonny Hepbir (guitar) initially played flamenco-jazz in a successful duo with Spanish guitarist…
Halloween Ghost Walk Pevensey
- Jan 17, 2026 - Apr 11, 2026
A 90 minute Guided Ghost walk of Pevensey. Meet Castle Car Park for a guide walk hearing some of the…
The Alvar Treefrogs
Hop along to hear the ribbeting sounds of The Alvar Treefrogs. Leap into the swinging sounds of New…
Irrelevant Elephant
EP Launch party
The Songs Of Fabrizio De Andr
The Songs of Fabrizio De Andr concert is a creative tribute to Italys greatest song writer, by…
Chris McCausland: Yonks!
You might have seen him on Strictly Come Dancing, Scared of the Dark, Would I Lie to You, Have I Got…
Evening Roost Watch
- Arundel Wetland Centre
- Jan 21, 2026 - Jan 24, 2026
Stay onsite a little longer to watch pied wagtails, egrets, and marsh harriers gather for their…
Isthmian League: Bognor Regis Town vs Southall
Bognor Regis Town take on Southall in this Isthmian League - South Central Division fixture.
Curtain Call Cabaret
Come and enjoy a night musical talent, lots of singing and laughing.
The Defamation Project
Welcome to our first event of 2026. We will be hosting monthly events here, and invite you to…
Lewes Ghost Walk
- Jan 23, 2026 - May 22, 2026
A 90 minute Guided Walk through Lewes introducing you to some of the darker stories from the Towns…
Let The Music Play - Celebrating the music of Barry White
Direct from the USA, its the critically-acclaimed Barry White revue starring the big man with the…
Shit And Shine + Container
Shit & Shine and Container - Heavy machine music for the heads, ravers and noise freaks. Shit…
Burns Night Supper
A traditional Burns Night Supper with a 5-course meal including Haggis with Neets and tatties served…
Being Mr Wickham
- Chichester Festival Theatre
- Jan 20, 2026 - Jan 24, 2026
Continuing the celebrations for the 250th anniversary of Jane Austens birth, Adrian Lukis, who…
Sociable walks at Nymans with the Ranger team
- Jan 28, 2026 - Jun 24, 2026
Join us for a gentle 3-mile, 2-hour walk through Nymans' woodland, lakes and streams - a perfect…
Supper Club at The Clocktower Kitchen
- Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens
- Jan 23, 2026 - Oct 23, 2026
Step into the evening ambience of The Clocktower Kitchen, where themed suppers bring global flavours…
Greg Chapmans Discovery of Witchcraft
A show of Magic, Storytelling, History, Comedy and Thought. In 1584, Reginald Scott released his…
Jaguar Skills: The ADHD Tour
DJ Jaguar Skills is a British DJ and producer renowned for his eclectic, high-energy mashups and…
Harbour Lights 2026 - Lantern-Making Workshops
- Jan 17, 2026 - Jan 24, 2026
Join our professional artist Patrick, who will guide you through making a lantern using willow…
Demi Marriner
The name Demi Marriner is widely known on the UK music scene and with good reason. Renowned for her…
Worthing Philharmonic Orchestra: Braimah Kanneh-Mason
Join acclaimed soloist Braimah Kanneh-Mason and the WPO for an afternoon of unforgettable symphonic…
Best of the Sussex South Downs: your guide to visiting the National Park
- 8 min read
Rolling chalk hills, ancient villages, dramatic coastline, and one of the most iconic trails in England – the South Downs National Park is one…
Top reasons to visit Sussex
Sussex Shines in the 2025 Michelin Guide
- 2 min read
The 2025 Michelin Guide has officially been released, and Sussex has once again earned it's place as a must-visit culinary destination. With six…
Foodie Horsham: A long weekend among Sussex’s vineyards, hops and gardens
- 7 min read
Dedicate four days to sipping and savouring the local flavours of one of Sussex’s most abundant foodie regions. This weekend escape in Horsham…
The best afternoon tea in Sussex
- 4 min read
Sussex is known for its beautiful scenery, rural excursions and historical heritage, but it is also home to some of the most unique spots to relax and…
Towner Gallery
Collecting and exhibiting contemporary art for 100 years, Towner Eastbourne sits where the coast and the South Downs meet. Towner presents exhibitions…
Charleston in Lewes
- Southover Road
Charleston in Lewes is a new space in the heart of Lewes. Explore a changing season of exhibitions featuring works of art from around the world…
Chichester Festival Theatre
- Oaklands Park
Chichester Festival Theatre creates inspiring experiences that bring people together – on and off the stage. Creativity is at the heart of…
1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield
- High Street
March into history on the most famous battlefield in England. Follow in the footsteps of the armies of William the Conqueror and King Harold as they…
Seven Sisters Country Park
- East Dean Road
Seven Sisters Country Park is a poular destination to experience the iconic Seven Sisters white cliffs, part of the Sussex Heritage Coast, as well as…
Goodwood Motor Circuit
Feel the need for speed? Then hop in the seat and get behind the wheel of a supercar or Formula One-style car at the Goodwood Motor Circuit. Race…
Discover Sussex stories
Top events in Sussex for 2026
- 4 min read
Looking for the best events in Sussex in 2026? From world-class festivals and historic celebrations…
Winnie-the-Pooh and the Sussex Countryside: A Storybook Journey
- 2 min read
Discover the Sussex Roots of Winnie-the-Pooh Few stories have captured hearts across generations…
Where to Stay in Sussex for Stargazing Adventures
- 3 min read
The combination of rolling chalk hills, open heathland and quiet coastal plains makes Sussex a dream…
Castles and Forts of Sussex: A Journey Through Time
- 5 min read
Sussex is a county where history is etched into every hill and valley. Its castles tell stories of…
Best of the Sussex South Downs: your guide to visiting the National Park
- 8 min read
Rolling chalk hills, ancient villages, dramatic coastline, and one of the most iconic trails in…
Vineyards of East Sussex: Henners, Artelium & Rathfinny, a Wine Lover’s Tour
- 3 min read
East Sussex has quietly become one of England’s most exciting wine regions, thanks to…
Top Wildlife Trust Nature Reserves in East and West Sussex
- 3 min read
Visit a Wildlife Trust Nature reserve in Sussex Sussex is blessed with an extraordinary variety of…
10 Calmcation ideas in stress-free Sussex
- 7 min read
In a busy world where we are always switched on, the calmcation – an antidote to…
Sussex Winelands: Vineyards You Can Visit This Weekend from London
- 4 min read
Did you know that England’s world-class wine region, the Sussex Winelands, can be reached…
Create the Ultimate Sussex Christmas Hamper
- 2 min read
There’s something truly special about a Christmas hamper filled with local produce. Sussex…
Sip and stay: Sussex vineyards with accommodation
- 9 min read
Sussex is one of England’s most celebrated wine regions. With lush rolling hills, chalky…
Father Christmas in Sussex – Best Places to See Santa in 2025
- 8 min read
As the festive season approaches, Sussex families will be searching for Father Christmas Sussex 2025…
Discover East Sussex Vineyards This Winter: Events, Tastings and Retreats
- 4 min read
Explore Sussex Winelands this winter, from the historic town of Lewes to the coastal culture of Rye…
Christmas Markets in Sussex to visit in 2025
- 4 min read
As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, Sussex transforms into a festive wonderland filled…
Your Period Drama Escape: Stately Homes and Historic Elegance in Sussex
- 5 min read
Your Period Drama Escape: Stately Homes and Historic Elegance in Sussex If you’ve ever…
The Best Sussex Walks: Trails and Routes to Explore
- 4 min read
Sussex Trails: Walks, Views and Hidden Routes to Explore Sussex is home to some of the most varied…
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…
The Best coffee roasters in Sussex
- 2 min read
Looking for the best coffee in Sussex? From seaside cafés to countryside roasteries, Sussex is…
A foodie guide to Sussex
- 3 min read
Discover the vibrant food scene in Sussex. From farm-to-fork restaurants and vineyard dining to…
Festive Family Christmas Events in Sussex: What’s On in 2025
- 5 min read
Magical Christmas Events for Families in Sussex in 2025 Sussex sparkles with festive charm each…
Festive Light Trails in Sussex 2025
- 2 min read
There’s nothing quite like a winter walk under twinkling lights to get you into the festive…
Where to go Ice Skating in Sussex this Christmas
- 2 min read
There’s something timeless and joyful about ice skating during the festive season. Whether…
Best Halloween Events in Sussex
- 13 min read
Whether you’re looking for family Halloween fun or spine-chilling thrills after dark…
Gourmet and Gardens: A four-day gastronomic Sussex itinerary
- 7 min read
From the spring bursting with colour to the lush greens of summer, and the golden tones of autumn to…
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