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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Welcome to Sparkling Sussex
Visit a Sussex vineyard this Summer
Albourne Estate
- Shaves Wood Lane
Albourne Estate is set deep in the glorious Sussex countryside overlooking the South Downs, yet just…
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…
Blackdown Ridge Estate
Blackdown Ridge produces fine English wines grown in beautiful south-facing vineyards high on the…
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…
Everflyht Vineyard
- Beacon Road
Our family vineyard in the heart of the South Downs. Single Estate and producing award winning…
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…
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…
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
- 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…
Wildwood Vineyard
Wildwood Vineyard is a multi-award winning, family owned, off-grid English Vineyard in East Sussex…
Winklestone Vineyard
The Dewhurst family have lived in Fairwarp on the Ashdown Forest for 21 years, planting our small…
Wiston Estate
The family run Wiston Estate offers a variety of wine tours and tasting, where guests can learn…
What's on for everyone
Hits Out Of Hell - The Legend Of Meat Loaf
Presented by Ellis Live Celebrating the life, music, and legend of the musical maestro, Meat Loaf…
Five Choirs Sing Crow
Five Choirs come together in Crowborough to celebrate the joys of singing together to raise money…
Forest Bathing: A Nature-Based Wellbeing Experience
Step into the woods this August and experience nature in a whole new way. Forest Bathing is a…
Lights Up!: A Musical Showcase
Rhythm and Melody Theatre Company Littlehampton presents 'Lights Up!: A Musical Showcase' a…
Every Sort of People Party in Newhaven
This summer, we'll be bringing the festival vibes to Newhaven on Saturday 19th July, following…
Arabesque Tots Show
A show case of all of our fabulous pre-school children. A wonerful opportunity for parents to see…
Make a Corn Dolly
Hosted by Sally Murdoch.
Foo Fighterz
Veterans of the Isle of Wight Festival, Foo Fighterz capture the majesty and energy of the Foo…
Afternoon Tea with the Gatsby Girls
Step back in time and indulge in an afternoon of elegance at Ashdown Park Hotel. Join us for a…
The Human Output @ Belgian Cafe
Downstairs at the Belgian Cafe lays the Haunt, Eastbourne's brand new sweat box. Theres nothing…
The Johnny Cash Roadshow
Johnny Cash Roadshow, a show not to be missed by avid fans or the casual listener. The only show to…
Eastbourne: U, Me & Rnb
Eastbourne U, Me & Rnb Makes Its Debut On Saturday 2Nd August.
Music + Word: Nature
Internationally acclaimed pianist Melvyn Tan returns to Charleston with a summer edition of ‘Music +…
New Music at the Dorset. 77
Come & catch some of the finest Singer - Songwriting talent around Upstairs at the Dorset Arms…
Koak: The Window Set
- Charleston in Lewes
- Jul 9, 2025 - Sep 21, 2025
The first institutional solo exhibition of Koak’s work in the UK, featuring a newly commissioned…
100 Year Celebration Concert
- Jul 26, 2025 - Jul 27, 2025
Join BROS Musical Productions as they celebrate an incredible 100 years of entertaining Bognor…
Discover Steynings Secret Garden
Join us for a Tour & Tea in Wistons walled garden The walled garden at Wiston House has been…
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…
Stansted Summer Festival
- Jul 19, 2025 - Jul 20, 2025
Our highly popular Stansted Summer Festival will be back for 2025! Join us for our 5th eclectic…
Marie & Rosetta
- Chichester Festival Theatre
- Jul 9, 2025 - Jul 26, 2025
Sister Rosetta Tharpe, the roof-raising ‘godmother of rock ‘n’ roll’, influenced countless musicians…
Rainbow Shakespeare 2025: Macbeth
- Highdown Gardens
- Jul 9, 2025 - Jul 13, 2025
Never fear, Rainbow Shakespeare is here, presenting two contrasting shows, understandable for all…
Picture You Dead
- Jul 15, 2025 - Jul 19, 2025
Hot on the heels of the latest instalment of the acclaimed ITV series Grace, superintendent Roy…
Bonding
The Myth, Legend and Legacy of Bond Cyril Blake's sell-out hit from the Edinburgh Fringe…
Kylie Minogue Tribute Show
Kylie Minogue Tribute Show with The Kylie Experience
Mary Burke: The life and times of Lewes resident John Evelyn
John Evelyn spent most of his childhood in Lewes from the 1620s living at Southover Grange until he…
Jazz Breakfast at Kino with Mike Hatchard & Ray Russell
Jazz Breakfast at Kino with Mike Hatchard. Mike Hatchard returns to the Kino-Teatr with a special…
Race Meeting
- Jul 29, 2025 - Oct 12, 2025
Have a flutter and watch the horses race at this course that has played host to the sport of kings…
Comedy At The Lamb! With DAN ANTOPOLSKI & SALLY-ANNE HAYWARD
by popular demand, the extremely clever and sneakily hilarious Dan Antopolski is back to our lovely…
Summertime Swing 2025
Get ready for the hottest vintage event of the Summer, Summertime Swing, by popular demand, now back…
Picture Parlour + Special Guests
Visualise a mysterious venue in an unmarked spot in an unnamed city. A place that draws in runaways…
Izumi Kato
- Jul 9, 2025 - Nov 2, 2025
Explore the first institutional exhibition of Izumi Kato’s work in the UK. Living and working…
Pink Tribute
P!nk Tribute with Vicky Jackson
Live Music in the Garden at Borde Hill
- Jul 20, 2025 - Aug 24, 2025
Sunday Afternoons of Live Music in the Garden Our much-loved Music in the Garden events return on…
Duncan Hemstock (clarinet) with The Neal Richardson Trio
Duncan Hemstock (clarinet). Duncan was given a Benny Goodman cassette at the age of 13…
Sussex Modernism
- Towner Gallery
- Jul 9, 2025 - Sep 27, 2025
Spanning from the late nineteenth century to the present, Sussex Modernism interweaves painting…
Nothing in Rambling
Back to the Dorset Arms by popular demand. The very entertaining duo Nothing in Rambling. Playing…
Madagascar A Musical Adventure JR
- Jul 24, 2025 - Jul 26, 2025
Welcome to WMCS Youth Company's production of Madagascar A Musical Adventure Jr! Join all your…
Vanessa Bell: A World of Form and Colour
- Charleston in Lewes
- Jul 9, 2025 - Sep 21, 2025
This exhibition takes place at Charleston in Lewes. Step into the world of Vanessa Bell, a…
Classic Car Show with the Jaguar Enthusiasts Club
Join us for a spectacular day of classic motoring at the Jaguar Enthusiasts Classic Car Show, taking…
The Album Era performs Bruce Springsteen's Born To Run
Fifty years on from its release, the Boss's 1975 masterpiece continues to reach out to those…
Lewes Ghost Walk
- Jul 11, 2025 - Oct 24, 2025
A 90 minute Guided Walk through Lewes introducing you to some of the darker stories from the Towns…
Chichester950 Children's Trail
- Chichester Cathedral
- Jul 9, 2025 - Nov 15, 2025
Join Wilfrid the Seal on a journey of discovery in Chichester Cathedral's latest family trail…
Taylormania
An award-winning extravaganza that plays tribute to one of the leading contemporary recording…
Make a Willow Plant Support
Hosted by Dominic Parrette.
How to Train Your Dragon trail at Bodiam Castle
- Bodiam Castle National Trust
- Jul 9, 2025 - Sep 7, 2025
Discover all kinds of dragons and dragon themed activities at Bodiam Castle this Spring and Summer…
Guided Serpent Trail Walks, Summer 2025
- Jul 9, 2025 - Aug 17, 2025
Join the National Park Rangers in a guided walk of the Serpent Trail! Divided into 7 guided walks…
Ibiza Orchestra Experience
The Ibiza Orchestra Live comes off a sell out UK tour and arrives with our 26 piece orchestra, live…
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 stories
What do in Sussex for Teens
- 7 min read
Ultimate guide to things to do with Teenagers in Sussex Looking for fun, active, and memorable…
4 Active days on the Sussex Coast
- 8 min read
An itinerary for the adventurous! Why put your feet up on holiday? You can do that at home. This…
Five fabulous ways to extend your Brighton Pride weekend in Sussex
- 5 min read
Brighton Pride is iconic but your weekend doesn’t have to end there. From vineyards to…
Things to Do in Sussex with Kids
- 5 min read
Planning a fun-filled day out with the kids in Sussex? Whether you're a local looking for…
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…
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