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!
Awaken your inner explorer
Come and discover your new favourite destination. What can you expect? Here's a taster...
Welcome to Sparkling Sussex
Visit a Sussex vineyard this Summer
Artelium
Artelium is an artisanal wine producer based in the Sussex countryside, creating fine English wines…
Ashling Park Estate
Ashling Park Estate's grand tasting rooms and five luxury lodges, which are all designed by…
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…
Bolney Wine Estate
Established in 1972, by Janet and Rodney Pratt, Bolney Wine Estate in West Sussex was one of the…
Busi Jacobsohn Wine Estate
- Blackdon Farm
Busi Jacobsohn Wine Estate is a family-owned single estate in the High Weald of East Sussex run by…
Charles Palmer Vineyards
- Wickham Manor
We are a family run, single wine estate, located in the ancient town of Winchelsea. Every effort is…
Great British Wine Tours
Book an outing with the Great British Wine Tours company and be introduced to some of the finest…
Highdown Vineyard
Highdown Vineyard is nestled on the southern slopes of the South Downs between Littlehampton and…
Kingscote Estate
The beautiful 150 acre Kingscote Estate produces both still and sparkling white wines…
Kinsbrook Vineyard
Kinsbrook Vineyard is a family-owned vineyard in Sussex and wine producer building an inclusive…
Leonardslee Wine Estate
- Hammerpond Road
Discover some of the finest wines in West Sussex at Leonardslee Wine Estate, the UK's first Golf…
Mousehall Distillery & Winery
- Mousehall
Mousehall is a family-run, sustainable Distillery & Winery based in Wadhurst, East Sussex…
Nutbourne Vineyard
Nutbourne Vineyard is a family run wine producer making award winning still and sparkling wines in…
Nyetimber
For 30 years Nyetimber has been making some of the finest English sparkling wine. Using traditional…
Oastbrook Estate
- Junction Road
Discover a truly authentic English vineyard experience near to Bodiam Castle. Oastbrook is a family…
Oxney Organic Estate
There’s an old saying that great wines are made in the vineyard. We couldn’t agree more…
Rathfinny Wine Estate - Dine
- Rathfinny Wine Estate
Family-owned Rathfinny Wine Estate is a pioneering grower-producer of English sparkling wines…
Ridgeview Wine Estate
- Fragbarrow Lane
Nestled at the foot of the picturesque South Downs in Ditchling, just a 20-minute drive from…
Sedlescombe Organic Vineyard
- Hawkhurst Road,
Founded in 1979, Sedlescombe Organic Vineyard is England’s oldest organic wine estate, set in…
Stopham Vineyard
- Stopham Lane,
Stopham Vineyard is located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) in the South Downs…
Tillingham Estate Vineyard
Tillingham Estate is a mixed farm that dates from 13th Century, featuring vineyards, fruit trees…
Tinwood Estate
- Tinwood Estate
Established in 2007, Tinwood Estate is situated on the edge of the South Downs. The Tukker family…
Upperton Vineyard
Upperton is set in over 40 acres of rolling English countryside in the heart of the South Downs…
Vineyard Safari Tour & Tasting at Wiston
This tour runs at Wiston Estate in the summer months from Easter to harvest. Meet at North Farm and…
Wildwood Vineyard
Wildwood Vineyard is a multi-award winning, family owned, off-grid English Vineyard in East Sussex…
Wiston Estate
The family run Wiston Estate offers a variety of wine tours and tasting, where guests can learn…
What's on for everyone
Sunrise Mass
Finzi- Magnificat Dyson- Hierusalem Ola Gjeilo- Sunrise Mass An evocatie and inspiring programme…
The Mirror Cracked
- Jun 25, 2025 - Jun 28, 2025
In the quiet village of St. Mary Mead, the arrival of Hollywood actress Marina Gregg and her…
Summer In Nashville
Time to don the Cowboy boots and Stetson as Nashville rolls into town with a huge line up of music…
Sensory Storytelling for Toddlers with Bertie and Bow
- Jun 23, 2025 - Jul 21, 2025
Bertie and Bows Magical Storytelling Sessions! Join Bertie and Bow at the Heene Community Centre…
Children's Nature Morning
Hosted by Michael Blencowe.
The Spirit Of Acid Jazz Rewind!
The Spirit of Acid Jazz Rewind! A Joyful Summer Dance Party celebrating the Funky 90’s musical…
The Jolly Wine Society
- Jul 17, 2025 - Dec 18, 2025
Broaden your viticultural horizons and join us one Thursday every month for an informal wine…
Sausage and Cider Festival - Tunbridge Wells
Join us for a day for a spectacular day of festival fun including; - 30+ Cider Flavours! - 20+…
Tom Gates Epic Stage Show
Pure fun for the whole family whether you're a lover of the books or new to Tom and his friends!…
Murdoch's Crazy Eyes
The sensational Murdoch's Crazy Eyes are back, fully armed with a stellar brass section. Journey…
Sparkling Wine High Tea
Celebrate the start of English Wine Week in style with our delicious home-made High Tea. Enjoy…
Five Choirs Sing Crow
Five Choirs come together in Crowborough to celebrate the joys of singing together to raise money…
Wild and Wonderful Sculpture at Standen: Alison Catchlove
- Jun 22, 2025 - Jul 10, 2025
An exhibition of flora and fauna metal sculptures by Alison Catchlove. Booking not needed. This…
Express (70's Disco / Funk DJ Club Night)
A night capturing the spirit of legendary New York Club 'Studio 54', playing the very best…
The Witches of Eastwick
- Jun 27, 2025 - Jun 28, 2025
Summer Production of Witches of Eastwick Presented by Chichester University Level 6 Students, with a…
Make a Willow Plant Support
Hosted by Dominic Parrette.
Warmduscher + Borough Council
When most bands get round to releasing album number five their sound, weighed down by expectation or…
Cathedral Quarter Tour
As the Cathedral celebrates 950 years, come and enjoy an outside tour of the Cathedral Quarter. This…
Birthday Bark at the Brewery Supporting Canine Partners
Celebrating all things 4 paws and waggy tails with a (very relaxed and fun) Langham Brewery Fun Dog…
Every Sort of People Party - FREE Community Marketplace
Join us for a free family friendly event This community marketplace at the Marine Workshops will…
BatTS Present My Fair Lady
- Jun 25, 2025 - Jun 28, 2025
Professor Henry Higgins, a pompous linguistics expert with a God complex, makes a bet that he can…
Heathen Apostles
Born of the voices of past lives and baptized in the dust bowl dirt, the Gothic Americana music of…
Lewes Quiet Morning
- Jul 5, 2025 - Nov 1, 2025
We are welcoming Quiet Mornings as part of our latest season of programming at Charleston in Lewes…
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac
Personally endorsed by Fleetwood Mac founding member, Mick Fleetwood, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac is…
Carry on Crafting Festival
- Jul 12, 2025 - Jul 13, 2025
As our festival enters it's fourth year, we are thrilled to announce our continued growth and…
Chichester950 Children's Trail
- Chichester Cathedral
- Jun 22, 2025 - Nov 15, 2025
Join Wilfrid the Seal on a journey of discovery in Chichester Cathedral's latest family trail…
Emily Gravett’s Tidy Trail at Bateman’s
- Bateman's National Trust
- Jun 22, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025
Step into the world of Emily Gravett’s beloved book, Tidy, at Bateman’s and follow Pete the Badger…
Friends Festival AGM Lunch
The Friends are pleased to announce our Festival Day & AGM with Lunch on 26th June 2025 with…
Vanessa Bell: A World of Form and Colour
- Jun 22, 2025 - Sep 20, 2025
This exhibition takes place at Charleston in Lewes. Step into the world of Vanessa Bell, a…
Ed Sheeran Tribute Show
Ed Sheeran Tribute with The Ed Sheeran Experience Experience the magic of Ed Sheeran's greatest…
U2 Tribute Show
U2 Tribute Show with U2 Baby
Folk Songs from around the British Isles
Join Hailsham Choral for our popular summer concert when we will be singing a programme which…
A Night of Queen: Dinner & Rock Royalty
Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with music, great food, and pure rock royalty! Enjoy a…
Summer junior golf camps
- Goodwood Estate
- Jun 22, 2025 - Jul 16, 2025
A fun environment for young golfers aged 5-13 to help them learn how to golf and develop new skills…
Supertato Silliness with Paul Linnet
Harness your potato power, grab your cape and join Paul Linnet, co-creator of the bestselling…
Leonardslee Comedy Club
- Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens
- Jul 18, 2025 - Oct 17, 2025
Come along to Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens for an evening filled with laughter and the very best…
Tadek Beutlich: On and Off the Loom
Discover the distinctive work of Tadek Beutlich MBE (1922 – 2011), a visionary textile artist…
Salem
- Jun 24, 2025 - Jun 26, 2025
Salem : The Witch Trials of Today This reinterpretation of The Crucible juxtaposes the original…
Mango Ritual - with Akila Richards and Friends
Mango Ritual is a captivating live experience inspired by Akila Richards’ 2024 poetry pamphlet…
ReNature Festival: Discover Seven Sisters Country Park Day
Join us at Seven Sisters Country Park for a day discovering and celebrating some of our wonderful…
Maz Evan's World of Adventures
Embark on a madcap journey with Maz Evans, superstar author of the 'Who Let the Gods Out…
Hammerdown Festival Warm Up Show
Hammerdown Is Back In Worthing; See Five Epic Metal And Rock Bands Live, Be Part Of The Alternative…
Spire Visits @ Chichester Cathedral
- Chichester Cathedral
- Jun 22, 2025 - Aug 30, 2025
Ascend through nearly 950 years of history, guided by knowledgeable volunteers, to Chichester…
Newick Food Fair
Newick Food Fair is an annual event promoting local growers and producers along with some other…
Coffee Concert: Simone Alessandro Tavoni
Coffee Concert: Simone Alessandro Tavoni (Italy), Piano Programme: Bach, Mendelssohn, Busoni and…
Curious About Hastings
- Jun 22, 2025 - Oct 25, 2025
Have fun discovering Hastings with two self-guided, quirky, heritage walks with an optional treasure…
Top reasons to visit Sussex
Sussex Dolphin Project - Newhaven
Join the Sussex Dolphin Project on our relaxed Sunset wildlife boat cruise to learn about our amazing marine wildlife here in Sussex while cruising…
Maverick Boat Adventures
- West Quay
Maverick Boat Adventures – The Ultimate Coastal Experience in East Sussex! At Maverick Boat Adventures, we bring the sea to life with…
Chichester Harbour Water Tours
Whether you want to get out on the water to spot Chichester Harbour’s very own colony of seals or seek out the migrant waders (including Oyster…
Riverside South Downs Bike & EBike Hire
- Houghton
Offering both Mountain Bike & EBike hire, we are ideally situated in the heart of the South Downs National Park. With over 20 curated…
Sparkling Sussex e-bike tour
Enjoy the best of Sussex and Sussex wine with this carefully created tour: five nights and two vineyards with plenty of time in between to relax in a…
Rye Bay Ebikes
- Rye Harbour Road
We are family run Electric Bike Hire, Sales and Servicing shop based in Rye, East Sussex. We offer electric bike tours. self guided and guided on…
Oastbrook Estate
- Junction Road
Situated in an award winning vineyard. Whether you stay in one of our housed or in our Glamping, a stay at Oastbrook is always unique and as relaxing…
Tillingham Estate - Stay
We have eleven double rooms in what was formerly a hop barn. In addition to our rooms, we have two luxury Bell Tents within the grounds, with…
The Lodges at Tinwood Estate
For a luxurious break, come to the beautiful wine lands of Sussex and stay in the tranquil vineyard lodges. There's a huge choice of walks and…
Kindred Sauna at Knepp
- Swallows Lane
Wood fired sauna in nature at the Knepp Estate Campsite. Open to general public and campers alike. Open all year round for traditional Nordic style…
Glo-Wellbeing
GloWellbeing has added a ‘Glo-rious’ SAUNA to compliment all the wonderful services we already offer. Come and try our…
Samphire Sauna
- Hastings Pier
Experience a beachfront sauna spa on Hastings Pier with two wood-fired saunas, a cool-down area, sea views, and bookings for up to 8 people. 30mins…
Destination Dupes
Save the travel time, escape the crowds, and explore these Sussex destination dupes instead
Discover Sussex
Sussex Day is June 16th so let's explore some of the fascinating facts and stories that make this region so special.
Discover Sussex stories
Discover Sussex Vineyards
- 19 min read
Your guide to the vineyards of Sussex, by region - including the Rother Wine Triangle and the…
An action-packed summer weekend at Goodwood
- 5 min read
A summer weekend at Goodwood: what to do when visiting the Sussex estate’s summer events…
5 Perfect Summer Days in Sussex: Local Favourites for Sun, Sea and Scenery
- 9 min read
When the sun shines on Sussex, there’s no shortage of ways to soak it all in. From…
All About English Wine Week
- 3 min read
English Wine Week 2025 English Wine Week 2025 takes place from 21 to 29 June, offering a nationwide…
English Wine Week 2025 in Sussex
- 11 min read
Sip, sip, hooray! Celebrate English Wine Week in Sussex between Saturday 21 June and Sunday 29 June…
Plan your culture-filled Glyndebourne trip
- 4 min read
Visiting Glyndebourne this summer to experience a world-class opera performance? Optimise your opera…
Top Instagrammable spots on the Sussex Coast
- 3 min read
A veritable treasure trove of dramatic coastlines and unique seaside towns. If you want to stand out…
Discover the regions' best destination dupes
- 4 min read
You don’t need to fly to France to visit vineyards with world-class wine, or be intrepid in…
Luxury pubs stays in Sussex
- 10 min read
From countryside taverns to inns by the sea, Sussex has luxury pubs aplenty. This superb selection…
Discover Sussex: Top Intriguing Facts About Our Charming Region
- 6 min read
Sussex is a county brimming with history, culture, and natural beauty. As we approach Sussex Day on…
Culture by the coast: Arty days in Sussex
- 5 min read
Culture vulture? Welcome to Sussex: the home to world-beating museums and more galleries than…
Top 5 culture festivals in Sussex
- 4 min read
Discover a whole host of incredible festivals in Sussex celebrating the Arts, opening from May in…
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