On the 14 th of October 1066, the most famous battle in English history took place. Now, every October at Battle Abbey, English Heritage brings the Battle of Hastings to life. But this year - 2026 – exactly 960 years after the battle - it is going to be extra special. For the first time in a…
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Winnie-the-Pooh-inspired outings in Sussex In 2026, Winnie-the-Pooh, the warm-hearted and wise beloved bear from the children’s books, celebrates his 100 th birthday. As well as visiting Pooh Corner and Ashdown Forest – the real Hundred Acre Wood, in Sussex, where author A. A. Milne lived and was…
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Explore the Arun Valley Line: coast, castles and easy escapes from London Looking for a day out that feels like a proper escape but does not involve traffic, parking or complicated planning? The Arun Valley Line makes exploring Sussex by train wonderfully simple. You can hop on at London Victoria…
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In 2026, the United States of America commemorates 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, and a small city in Sussex holds a unique connection to this pivotal piece of global history. Located on the south coast of England, Chichester is a cathedral city rich in…
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As the United States marks its 250th anniversary in 2026, commemorating a semiquincentennial of independence, few people realise that the first inklings of revolution were sparked in Sussex by Thomas Paine, the English-born American Founding Father, who lived in the town of Lewes. With its pretty…
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Sussex holds one of the most intriguing links to American history: an original copy of the Declaration of Independence, preserved at the West Sussex Records Office in Chichester. Gifted by the Duke of Richmond of Goodwood Estate, it offers a connection between the American Revolution and the…
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With the Bayeux Tapestry being loaned to the British Museum in London later this year, from September 2026 to July 2027, there’s never been a better time to explore the real landscapes of one of the most famous stories in English history. The 70-metre Bayeux Tapestry was made almost 1000 years ago…
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Winnie-the-Pooh at 100: visit the Sussex locations of the beloved books “If you live to be a hundred, I hope I live to be a hundred minus one day, so that I never have to live a day without you.” In 2026, Winnie-the-Pooh, one of the most cherished characters in children’s literature, celebrates a…
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Discover the Sussex Roots of Winnie-the-Pooh Few stories have captured hearts across generations quite like Winnie-the-Pooh. The honey-loving bear and his friends in the Hundred Acre Wood are known worldwide, but what many visitors don’t realise is that their origins are deeply connected to the…
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Sussex is a county where history is etched into every hill and valley. Its castles tell stories of conquest, power, and resilience, spanning from Norman strongholds to Tudor grandeur. Whether you’re drawn to atmospheric ruins, moated masterpieces, or romantic red-brick towers, Sussex offers an…
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