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
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What's on for everyone
Abigail's Party
- Apr 10, 2025 - Apr 11, 2025
A classic observational comedy by Mike Leigh. Roll back time to the 70s and relive one of the most…
The Bootleg Beatles
Relive the sights and sounds of the 60s with the most established Beatles tribute band.
Shore Beats Workin'
Shore Beats Workin' is back for a spring session in St Leonards taking over both floors of The…
Murder Mystery Weekend
- Mar 28, 2025 - Mar 29, 2025
Come along and put your best detective skills to the test and see if you can work out who did the…
Galliard Ensemble
Rossini (arr. Maxwell Quartet): Overture from'The Italian Girl in Algiers' Mozart (arr…
Mike Hatchard's Jazz Breakfast - A History of Jazz Piano
Through Mike's keyboard mastery you will encounter some of the greats of jazz history. He…
Far From The Madding Crowd
Capricious, independent and beautiful Bathsheba Everdene inherits and manages her uncle’s farm. She…
Index For Working Musik
Index for Working Musik emerged from the depths of an East End bunker in 2023 with Dragging the…
Gerard Byrne - Jielemeguvvie guvvie sjisjnjeli - Film inside an image
- Towner Gallery
- Mar 20, 2025 - Apr 20, 2025
Gerard Byrne's Jielemeguvvie guvvie sjisjnjeli - Film inside an image (2015-16) will be…
An Evening With Geoff Hurst
Sir Geoff Hurst – England’s hat trick hero from the 1966 World Cup win – is sadly now the only…
Matt Pearce / Jack Hutchinson - The Carlisle,
Matt Pearce and the Mutiny London-based, Glasgow-born, Matt is an original member of the successful…
Red Hot Tribute Peppers
Red Hot Tribute Peppers will be bringing their powered-up-funkadelic show to The Cryer Arts on 29th…
Crooners
Packed with personality and humour, Crooners has been wowing audiences with its witty and…
Morganway
Part country, part rock, with sprinklings of folk and something else entirely, it's not easy…
John Power
Former bassist with The La's and singer/guitarist with '90s hit makers Cast, Power has also…
The Blunter Brothers
- Apr 19, 2025 - Dec 6, 2025
The amazing Blunter Brothers Classic funk, soul and Motown - don’t miss this! The Blunter Brothers…
Pattern: Rhythm and Repetition
- Pallant House Gallery
- Mar 20, 2025 - Apr 27, 2025
DISCOVER THE CREATIVE POWER OF PATTERN IN ART. Drawing upon Pallant House Gallery’s collection, this…
David Devant & His Spirit Wife
Time is out of joint… by the power of augmented reality harvested from the vines of the meta verse…
Sky Bet League One: Crawley Town vs Leyton Orient
Crawley Town take on Leyton Orient in this Sky Bet League One fixture.
The Shires
UK country superstars The Shires first entered the history books in 2015, when their debut album…
Exhibition: The Sussex Artists - The Art of Spring
- Mar 20, 2025 - Mar 31, 2025
Celebrate the arrival of spring with an exhibition of paintings inspired by the uplifting beauty of…
Nigel Slater's TOAST
- Mar 20, 2025 - Mar 22, 2025
Written by Henry Filloux-Bennett. Directed by Robert Hamilton. Accessibility Stalls: The stalls…
South Downs Festival of Food, Fizz & Firkins
We are thrilled to be hosting the South Downs Festival of Food Fizz & Firkins 2025 here at the…
Starring Sussex! Film locations to visit
The stunning chalk cliffs known as the Seven Sisters have featured in several films and series, including 'Wicked', ‘Atonement’, ‘Anatomy of a…
Afternoon Tea spots in Sussex
From quaint countryside tearooms to elegant castles, Sussex offers a variety of charming locations to enjoy a quintessentially British tradition. Find your perfect afternoon tea experience...
Afternoon tea at Amberley Castle
Enjoy a home-made afternoon tea of finger sandwiches, fruit and plain scones with clotted cream and…
Afternoon tea at Leonardslee
Set within the drawing room of the two-storey Italianate styled Leonardslee House, which dates back…
Amberley Village Tea Room
We offer a range of loose leaf teas and locally roasted coffee. Our food is home baked from scratch…
Christina's tea room and gift shop
Christina’s afternoon tea room and gift shop serves a traditional afternoon tea with dainty…
Cockburn's Tea Rooms and Confectioners
Cockburn's is an independent family run tea room and confectioners with locations in both Midhurst…
Goodwood House
What could be more enjoyable than the ritual of afternoon tea? Treat yourself to one of England's…
Pooh Corner
- Sackville Cottage
Pooh Corner is the home to Winnie the Pooh in the UK so come along and step inside your favourite…
The Pulbrew
- Lower Street
A family run quaint coffee shop situated in the heart of Lower Street, Pulborough, with direct…
Tulleys Tea Room
Tulleys Tea Room has been a much-loved destination for many years in Turners Hill and surrounding…
Wellies Tea Rooms
Pop in for breakfast, lunch or classic afternoon tea and sample our locally sourced, seasonal…
Top reasons to visit Sussex
Gravetye Manor
- Vowels Lane
Gravetye Manor, a delightful historic hotel set in more than 1,000 acres of tranquil English countryside. With a magnificent Michelin Star restaurant…
Restaurant Interlude
"OUR STORY in·ter·lude \ ˈin-tər-ˌlüd A period or event that comes between two others and is different from them." Interlude is a contemporary…
South Lodge Hotel
Beautifully appointed bedrooms and a choice of dining options including the 2-AA Rosette Camellia Restaurant specialising in serving local sourced…
Parks & Gardens
With some of the most breathtaking national parks and gardens in England, Sussex is perfect for nature lovers and outdoor explorers alike.
Afternoon Tea in Sussex
From quaint countryside tearooms to elegant seaside cafes, Sussex offers a variety of charming locations to enjoy a quintessentially British…
National Trust Days out in Sussex
Your complete guide to National Trust houses, castles, parks & gardens in Sussex
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…
Fly Sussex Paragliding
- Tollgate
Take to the skies and learn to Paraglide on the beautiful South Downs. Solo and tandem flying experiences available. Suitable for complete beginners…
Knepp Safari
Experience the thrill of the dawn chorus and wild animals undisturbed in their natural habitat with a Dawn Safari at Knepp Estate. Set out on foot at…
Vineyards, Tasting & Tours
Find a Sussex Vineyard to explore... enjoy wine tasting, tours and so much more
Sussex Wine
Sussex wine is celebrated for its quality and variety, particularly its world-class sparkling wines. The region's vineyards have garnered numerous…
Women in Sussex Wine
The trailblazing Women behind Sussex wine are not only producing exceptional vintages but also paving the way for future generations.
Arundel Castle
No trip to West Sussex is complete without visiting the magnificent Arundel Castle. Set high on a hill in West Sussex, this great Castle commands the…
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…
Fishbourne Roman Palace
- Roman Way
Explore the largest residential Roman building in Britain and its wonderful in situ mosaic floors. Stroll around the recreated Roman gardens – the…
Discover Sussex stories
The Sussex Coast through the seasons
- 8 min read
Venture into nature: Sussex through the seasons Nature. For many of us, it’s where we feel…
Literary Inspiration in Sussex
- 6 min read
Sussex has a rich literary heritage, with many famous authors having lived there and numerous books…
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…
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…
5 fun things to do in Sussex after Dark
- 6 min read
As the sun sets over Sussex, the county takes on a whole different vibe…Offering an array of…
Romantic breaks in Sussex
- 5 min read
Planning to sweep someone off their feet? Or perhaps you’re overdue some quality time with…
A taste of Sussex...
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