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...
What's on for everyone
Solo Classical Piano Recital
Join us for an evening of solo classical piano recital by Ralitsa Penkova, with a programme to…
Josh Rouse
American folk/roots pop singer-songwriter Josh Rouse.
Romeo and Juliet
- Jun 25, 2025 - Jun 28, 2025
Outdoor Shakespearean production. An innovative production of Shakespeare's beloved love story…
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…
Sussex Modernism
- Towner Gallery
- Jun 20, 2025 - Sep 27, 2025
Spanning from the late nineteenth century to the present, Sussex Modernism interweaves painting…
Bring Your Own Baby Comedy
Bring Your Own Baby Comedy is the UK’s premier baby-friendly comedy club! Our award winning shows…
Discover Steynings Secret Garden
Join us for a Tour & Tea in Wistons walled garden The walled garden at Wiston House has been…
40 Years On
- Jul 12, 2025 - Jul 13, 2025
40 Years On, A Celebration Of Dance Industry's 40th Anniversary! Saturday 12th July 2pm Saturday…
Treasure Island
KS3 Students at Rock Road and The Towers put on a performance of "Treasure Island " by C.S…
A Brass Spectacular with the Lewes, Glynde and Beddingham Brass Band
Come and hear the Lewes, Glynde and Beddingham Brass Band playing a mix of popular brass and…
Sara Pascoe
Apparently caterpillars completely break down into goo before they become butterflies. Come join…
The Solent Wave
The Solent Wave is a great day out for all. Whether you want to cycle, sail or walk, it's a fun…
Public Image Ltd
After fronting the Sex Pistols, John Lydon formed post-punk originators Public Image Ltd (PiL)…
Painting in the Garden
Charleston's garden, designed by artist and critic Roger Fry, was planted to be painted. Join…
Marie & Rosetta
- Chichester Festival Theatre
- Jun 25, 2025 - Jul 26, 2025
Sister Rosetta Tharpe, the roof-raising ‘godmother of rock ‘n’ roll’, influenced countless musicians…
Crochet Round the Bend
Crochet Round the Bend Learn Hyperbolic crochet (and some creative knitting) with Karen, Jane and…
Spirit of Summer
Come and join us for the Polyphony summer concert including Mozart - Missa Brevis in F, Rutter…
Complete Works of Shakespeare
- Jul 16, 2025 - Jul 19, 2025
An irreverent, fast-paced romp through the Bards plays, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare…
Festival of the Garden 2025
- Jul 17, 2025 - Jul 20, 2025
For four days this July, Charleston invites you to explore the garden as a radical, resilient and…
The Floyd Effect
A musical tribute to the UK's most famous prog-rock band. The music of Pink Floyd as it was…
Petworth Festival
Annual arts festival (founded in 1979) held in venues in and around the beautiful market town of…
Chichester950 Children's Trail
- Chichester Cathedral
- Jun 20, 2025 - Nov 15, 2025
Join Wilfrid the Seal on a journey of discovery in Chichester Cathedral's latest family trail…
House Tour 2025
- Jun 20, 2025 - Jul 31, 2025
Join us for an intimate guided tour around the house at Charleston in Firle. A knowledgeable visitor…
The Sussex Steam Rally
Sussex Steam Shows LTD is delighted to announce The Sussex Steam Rally. The event will be held on…
HAODS Juniors presents Out Of The Woods
- The Capitol
- Jul 5, 2025 - Jul 6, 2025
HAODS’ Juniors present a new modern musical based on Cinderella and Snow White written by Yvonne…
Near Jazz Experience + Tim Keegan
Near Jazz Experience + Tim Keegan The NJE return to Kino-Teatr for the launch of their new album…
A Tribute to Amy
Come and celebrate with us what would have been Amy's 40th birthday year. Her life, the music…
Wanderwild Wakehurst
- Jul 17, 2025 - Jul 19, 2025
Experience Wanderwild at Wakehurst – an enchanting evening of live music, awe-inspiring acrobatics…
Come From Away
- Jul 10, 2025 - Jul 12, 2025
Welcome to the rock! 7,000 stranded passengers. One small town. A remarkable true story. Winner of…
Mayukh Gangopadhyay
Mayukh Gangopadhyay is an Indian classical (Hindustani) instrumental sarod performer from India. He…
Vanessa Bell: A World of Form and Colour
- Charleston in Lewes
- Jun 20, 2025 - Sep 21, 2025
This exhibition takes place at Charleston in Lewes. Step into the world of Vanessa Bell, a…
Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare
Bowler Crab Theatre on tour this summer. Bowler Crab produced Twelfth Night in 2014 and again in…
Leonardslee Lates Extra
Bigger, bolder, and more entertaining! Join us for an unforgettable evening as Leonardslee Lates…
Sounds of the 60s
Sounds of the 60s, by The Zoots Experience THE Sixties tribute show that’s wowing audiences around…
Worthing Festival & Fringe
- Jun 21, 2025 - Jun 22, 2025
This June we're celebrating the rich heritage and creative talents of our community with a…
Vanessa Bell: A World of Form and Colour
- Jun 20, 2025 - Sep 20, 2025
This exhibition takes place at Charleston in Lewes. Step into the world of Vanessa Bell, a…
Celebrating Bob Marley with Earl 16 & The One Drop All Stars
In what would have been Bob Marley's 80th birthday year, AGMP and Ropetackle are proud to…
Eliza Carthy
If there is one musician who embodies the dynamism and vitality of the current English folk revival…
Fastlove: A Tribute to George Michael
Get ready for an unforgettable evening with a global superstar, as he puts the Boom Boom into your…
Jazz Town - Further Stages - Stagecoach Chichester
Step into the glitz, grit, and glamour of Jazz Town a sizzling musical presented by the Furthers…
A Night of Queen: Dinner & Rock Royalty
Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with music, great food, and pure rock royalty! Enjoy a…
East Grinstead Rock Choir
- Jul 7, 2025 - Nov 17, 2025
Do you want to join a choir near you? Your local East Grinstead choir is run by based musician…
OperaUpClose: OperaCocktail
OperaUpClose is an ambitious, Olivier Award-winning opera company, producing innovatively staged…
Fat Tuesday Club End Of Year Bash
Fat Tuesday Club End Of Year Showcase Presented by The Piper. All Ages
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…
Chichester Art Society Exhibition
- Jun 20, 2025 - Jun 22, 2025
Chichester Art Society Exhibition will be taking place as part of a wider range of events during the…
An Evening of Hot Jazz with John Arthy's'Dixie Six'
the well-known and ever popular JOhn Arthy and his players return to St Nicolas as his 'Dixie…
Find the perfect Sussex pub stay
Halfway Bridge Inn
- Halfway Bridge
A Sussex dining destination in the heart of the South Downs, The Halfway Bridge has charm and a…
The Bell
- High Street
Our menus change with the seasons and availability of locally sourced fresh ingredients. Instantly…
The Crown, Horsted Keynes
- The Green,
The Crown at Horsted Keynes is situated inside a 16th Century building, complete with beautiful…
The Curious Pig in the Parlour
Located in Copthorne near Gawtick, The Curious Pig in the Parlour is an excellent pub offering…
The Fox Goes Free
- Charlton Road
The Fox Goes Free is a charming country pub with inglenook fireplaces and many original, rustic…
The Highdown
The Highdown is a well-stocked pub that sits adjacent to Highdown Gardens and offers an array of…
The Jolly Sportsman Pub
- Chapel Lane
Nestled in the picturesque heart of East Chiltington, Lewes, Sussex, The Jolly Sportsman is a true…
The Seaview
- Sea Road
Dating back 200 years, The Seaview is situated in the Sussex seaside village of East Preston and…
The Swan Inn Accommodation
- Lower St,
This charming 14th-century coaching inn reopened in 2025 as a cracking pub with 12 beautiful…
The Swan Inn Fittleworth
- Lower St,
The Swan Inn in Fittleworth is a beautifully restored 14th-century coaching inn that blends historic…
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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