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!
Distinctly Different Sussex
Sussex offers an exceptional mix of coast, countryside, culture and cuisine, all within easy reach of London. From 140 miles of coastline and the South Downs National Park to vibrant cities, historic castles and stately homes, the county has something for every visitor. Renowned for its thriving arts and events scene, award-winning dining, sustainable food experiences and world-class vineyards, Sussex is one of England’s most diverse and rewarding destinations.
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What's on this week in Sussex
Discover what’s happening this week and plan your perfect day out in Sussex.
Halloween Sensory Storytelling
Join Bertie and Bow for a special Halloween-themed Sensory Storytelling session. Expect drama…
Rogate Pumpkin SMASH!
Pumpkin SMASH is back for one day only! And it will be bigger, bolder and most exciting than ever……
Michael Starring Ben
Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson – the man, the music and the magic…
Gary Delaney: Gary on Laughing
Gary Delaney’s last UK tour ran for two and a half years across 378 dates. People laughed a lot and…
SUPER Natural October Half Term
- Arundel Wetland Centre
- Oct 29, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
Swap the spooky for a SUPER Natural family-friendly Halloween adventure this October half-term at…
Peatbog Faeries
The Isle of Skye’s Peatbog Faeries are the outstanding act in Celtic dance music, undisputed…
Dream House Tours at Nymans
- Oct 29, 2026 - Oct 30, 2026
Join a tour around the outside of the house at Nymans, looking at the building and seeing how it…
Festive Paper Decorations Workshop
Step into the festive season with a creative Christmas workshop at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens…
All My Heart - New Musical Workshop Performance
Students on our BA (Hons) Musical Theatre Performance degree programme have the opportunity to…
Dallahan
Forged from the traditional music of Scotland and Ireland yet influenced by the Balkans,North…
Halloween Extravaganza
Fun for all the family ~ an evening of spooky songs and dances, followed by Halloween party
The Treason Show
The Treason Show team are back! Spooky satire and haunting hilarity in their seasonal haunting of…
Sister Act
- Oct 29, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
Ensemble Productions proudly present their first musical -Sister Act!
Ruby Wax: Absolutely Famous
It's almost easier to say whom Ruby Wax DIDN'T meet, interview and coax fascinating insights…
Somerley Fields Pyo Pumpkins
- Oct 29, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
Pumpkin Pick Your Own at Somerley Fields Pumpkin season is back at Somerley Fields! Head into the…
Music Gig
Come and see the next generation of musicians in their first live gig at Northbrook Theatre! This is…
Hothouse Flowers
Since the release of their last CD, 'Into Your Heart' Hothouse Flowers have been playing…
Festive Watercolour Brush Lettering Workshop
Get into the festive spirit with a relaxed session creating your own Christmas crackers, greeting…
Isthmian League: Burgess Hill Town vs Enfield Town
Burgess Hill Town take on Enfield Town in this Premier Division fixture.
Newhaven Fort
- Oct 29, 2026 - Nov 1, 2026
Visitors are welcomed back to Newhaven Fort this February half term, as the historic site reopens…
Mini Quilt Competition
- RSPB’s Pagham Harbour
- Oct 29, 2026 - Mar 28, 2027
Calling all textile artists, embroiderers, needleworkers and anyone interested in sewing! Are you a…
Dingbats Improv
- Nov 2, 2026 - Dec 21, 2026
Learn to improvise, gain confidence in performance, and have a laugh in these fun and supportive…
Vineyard & Winery Tour & Tastings
- Oct 29, 2026 - Sep 4, 2027
Nutbourne is a single estate, so our guided tours take in our old vines and complete winery, where…
Creative Taster Sessions
- West Dean Gardens
- Oct 31, 2026 - Nov 7, 2026
Follow your curiosity and try something new. There are some things we always mean to try. Picking up…
Isthmian League: Hastings United Vs Faversham Town
Hastings United take on Faversham Town in this South East Division fixture.
Halloween Party
We would like to invite you to our popular Halloween party! Included in the price is: - Use of a…
The Rock Orchestra
After entertaining 700,000 guests across the UK, USA and Europe, The Rock Orchestra is back in the…
Wasted Youth
Wasted Youth were an English post-punk band from London, England, active between 1979 and 1982…
Graham Hughes and the Sunshine Kings
Graham Hughes first brought The Sunshine Kings to West Chiltington Village Hall not long after Keith…
Live Traitors Experience
Murder! is a live, immersive social game of deception, deduction, and survival. Players are thrown…
Halloween Spooktacular
- Oct 29, 2026 - Nov 1, 2026
Join us for some spooky fun during our Halloween Spooktacular, where every penny you spend goes…
Halloween Potion Hunt at Go Ape Crawley
- Go Ape Crawley
- Oct 29, 2026 - Nov 1, 2026
Looking for a fun outdoor activity this Halloween with your family? Take on the Halloween Potion…
Halloween A Go-Go
Halloween... but not as you know it. Forget the ordinary Halloween disco — we're going retro!…
Skelton Workshops
- Oct 29, 2026 - Nov 14, 2026
A range of five-week courses, two- and three-day courses and short taster courses in stone sculpture…
Theatre Tour
- Nov 4, 2026 - Mar 3, 2027
The Royal Hippodrome Theatre Friends invite you to discover the history of Eastbourne's oldest…
24 Hour Musical
What is the 24 hour Musical? We can't tell you! Why not? Only the Director knows. Does it last…
Cellar Tour
Cellar tour. NB:This is a WAS operated tour organised by FOAM box office to help raise funds for…
Richard Pite Drums and Sousaphone, Mike Hatchard Piano
A morning of musical magic - early jazz, jazz standards and humour with master musicians. Mike is an…
Go Ape Crawley Sundown Adventures
- Go Ape Crawley
- Oct 29, 2026 - Nov 8, 2026
Back by popular demand, Go Ape’s Sundown Adventures return this October, offering a new level of…
Lewes Ghost Walk
- Oct 30, 2026 - Nov 27, 2026
A 90 minute Guided Walk through Lewes introducing you to some of the darker stories from the Towns…
ELO Tribute Show
The ELO Encounter recreate the sound of the Electric Light Orchestra, a symphonic force majeure and…
Barclays Women's Super League: Brighton and Hove Albion vs Crystal Palace
Brighton and Hove Albion take on Crystal Palace in this Barclays Women's Super League fixture.
Cauldron of Fun
Get ready for a spooktacular Halloween weekend packed with magical fun and terrifyingly tasty treats…
Wallace & Gromit: Fantastic Fungi Trail
- Oct 29, 2026 - Nov 1, 2026
Feathers McGraw is up to his old tricks, and Wallace and Gromit need your help to stop him! Follow a…
The Paint Club: Polar Bears
For this month's event, we are painting polar bears under the Northern Lights.
Summer Programme
- Oct 29, 2026 - Nov 1, 2026
Our Summer Programme unfolds through earthworks, sculpture, tapestry, ceramics and large-scale…
RSVP
- Oct 30, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
RSVP – An Immersive Dark Comedy Horror Experience You're invited to Tommy Crimble's birthday…
Rogate Pumpkin Patch Ticket Release
- Oct 29, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
The Rogate Pumpkin Patch is now in its 12th year. We'll close with our much-loved Pumpkin SMASH!…
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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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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