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!
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.
House Tour
- Charleston in Firle
- Oct 21, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
Join us for an intimate guided tour around the house at Charleston in Firle. A knowledgeable visitor…
Isthmian League: Burgess Hill Town vs Brentwood Town
Burgess Hill Town take on Brentwood Town in this Premier Division fixture.
Sam Campbell
- Oct 24, 2026 - Oct 25, 2026
I definitely don't know what's going on. I'm not even sure I know what's happening…
The Rod Stewart Songbook
The Rod Stewart Songbook’s spectacular theatre production is the ultimate homage to Rod Stewart…
Isobel Anderson: End Times - Album Launch Show
Sonics Collective CIC is proud to present a special, intimate live show to celebrate the release of…
Echoes of Autumn
As the leaves turn and the evenings grow crisp, join The Lancing and Sompting Concert Orchestra and…
The Gift and the Book of Revelations
Two amazing Prog bands playing exciting original material that will stir your loins - come and Prog…
The Paint Club: Spooky Forest
Join us for this month's workshop we will be painting a spooky forest in time for Halloween!
Ghost Walk Pevensey
- Oct 24, 2026 - Nov 14, 2026
A 90 minute Guided Ghost walk of Pevensey. Meet Castle Car Park for a guide walk hearing some of the…
Keep it Social
Tis gonna be another evening of sonic delights and musical mischief... Soul stompin'. Post-punk…
Go Ape Crawley Sundown Adventures
- Go Ape Crawley
- Oct 24, 2026 - Nov 8, 2026
Sundown Adventures – Get glowing, Go Ape at Night! Looking for unique things to do this autumn in…
Laura Smyth: Born Aggy
What if all your dreams come true and you’ve still got the hump? Laura Smyth has had a meteoric rise…
SUPER Natural October Half Term
- Arundel Wetland Centre
- Oct 24, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
Swap the spooky for a SUPER Natural family-friendly Halloween adventure this October half-term at…
House Tour & Cream Tea
We are pleased to celebrate women linked to West Dean as part of the Novium Museum’s National…
Dream House Tours at Nymans
- Oct 20, 2026 - Oct 30, 2026
Join a tour around the outside of the house at Nymans, looking at the building and seeing how it…
Spooktacular
- Oct 24, 2026 - Oct 25, 2026
Step into a world of shadows, steam, and spine-tingling fun! Our railway will be transformed into a…
Halloween Spooktacular
- Oct 24, 2026 - Nov 1, 2026
Join us for some spooky fun during our Halloween Spooktacular, where every penny you spend goes…
Goblin Band + Spitzer Space Telescope
Coming ahead of the band’s biggest ever show-to-date at Hackney’s EartH theatre on 1st May - as part…
Joshua Burkett (USA) + Mazozma
Joshua Burkett Burkett has been recording & playing live in the states for 20+ years. He has…
Stamptown
A raunchy, chaotic, full-on fever dream, Stamptown is 120 minutes of pure spectacle featuring the…
Guided Tree Tours at Nymans
- Oct 20, 2026 - Nov 18, 2026
Join one of our expert volunteer Tree Guides for a 90-minute tour showcasing the magnificence of the…
Astronomy Night
Ever wondered which stars you are looking at? Or which constellation they make up? An evening in the…
Pauline Eyre: Anyone For Tennis?
A Wimbledon line judge for 20 years, comedian Pauline Eyre is ready to spill the Pimms on tennis…
Sompting Pumpkins
- Oct 24, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
Enjoy pumpkin-picking fun at family-run pumpkin field Sompting Pumpkins! This spooky seasonal event…
The Show Goes On - A Musical Theatre Showcase
- Oct 24, 2026 - Oct 25, 2026
BROS Musical Productions presents The Show Goes On - a musical theatre showcase.
Creative Taster Sessions
- West Dean Gardens
- Oct 24, 2026 - Nov 7, 2026
Follow your curiosity and try something new. There are some things we always mean to try. Picking up…
Mike Bubbins: Ideas Man
- Oct 22, 2026 - Nov 26, 2027
Mike Bubbins, star of hit podcast The Socially Distant Sports Bar, and of BBC television comedies…
Justin Hayward
Having chalked up nearly fifty years at the peak of the music and entertainment industry, Justin…
Rosie Holt: The Illegal Aliens Have Landed!
Rosie Holt: The Illegal Aliens Have Landed! Rosie and her MP alter-ego are back, fighting their…
Ebb
Ebb headline this October Prog Weekend. Based in Florida for three years, the band now hail from…
Simon and Garfunkel Through the Years
Critically-acclaimed as one of the greatest tribute shows in the world, Simon & Garfunkel…
Zena Edwards
Hear from Zena Edwards, a writer, poet performer and educator whose 30 year career explores…
Curious About Hastings
- Oct 20, 2026 - Oct 24, 2026
Quimantu - the Tree Sings
Reflecting the spirit of the natural world alive within their music - with many instruments made…
Cheyne of Events A Murder Mystery Dinner
- Oct 23, 2026 - Oct 24, 2026
Our interactive Murder Mystery Dinner - where you are the detectives! Join us in 1967 for Canapes…
Dingbats Improv
- Oct 26, 2026 - Dec 21, 2026
Learn to improvise, gain confidence in performance, and have a laugh in these fun and supportive…
Nish Kumar: Angry Humour From a Really Nice Guy
The world is in chaos. Inequality is widening, autocracy is rising and political parties are…
Spire Visits
- Chichester Cathedral
- Oct 21, 2026 - Nov 28, 2026
Ascend through nearly 950 years of history, guided by knowledgeable volunteers, to Chichester…
Autumn Bracelet Workshop
Cosy vibes, yummy hot drinks, Autumn-inspired beads & lovely chats! All materials included to…
Country Superstars
The world's biggest Country Music Tribute Touring Show returns with an award-winning cast, as…
Brewery Unlocked - Free Brewery Tour
Our Head Brewer, Sam, is throwing open the brewery doors for free tours at 6 pm and 7 pm. Have a…
Jazz at the Regis School of Music
In her latest musical offering, the international chanteuse Sam Chara performs her unique tribute to…
Romeo Stodart Plays The Magic Numbers + More
Romeo Stodart is the lead singer/songwriter in the much loved London based rock n roll harmony group…
New Act Night - October
Rangatainment Comedy and Chequer Mead Theatre are excited to present a brand-new monthly comedy…
Back To School!
- Oct 20, 2026 - Oct 23, 2026
Looking for the next term time treat? Knockhatch Adventure Park, just north of Eastbourne, has you…
Rogate Pumpkin Patch Ticket Release
- Oct 20, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
The Rogate Pumpkin Patch is now in its 12th year. We'll close with our much-loved Pumpkin SMASH!…
Swervedriver
Swervedriver are an English alternative rock band formed in Oxford in 1989 around core members Adam…
Halloween Half-Term
- Oct 24, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Battle Abbey this half-term.
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
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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