Newhaven & surrounding area
The coastal towns of Newhaven, Peacehaven and Seaford combine seaside charm with easy access to countryside and bucket-and-spade-loads of history.
Newhaven
Newhaven is a welcoming harbour town that offers a refreshing mix of coastal activities, family fun and cultural heritage. Ideally located between Brighton and Eastbourne, it’s the perfect base for discovering the best of East Sussex.
Visitors can explore the dramatic cliffs of the nearby Seven Sisters Country Park, enjoy panoramic views from the South Downs Way, or keen cyclists can connect to the Avenue Verte from Paris to London through the local cycle network including the Cuckoo Trail. Newhaven Port adds a lively maritime atmosphere, with regular DFDS ferry crossings to Dieppe offering a connection to France and beyond.
Nature lovers will appreciate the Tide Mills historic site and beach, a peaceful spot for walking and wildlife watching, while families can enjoy Newhaven Fort - an award-winning attraction set within a Victorian fortress overlooking the sea. Culture lovers will discover a creative scene in Newhaven, with regular Art installations and exhibitions including BN9 Studios and the Look Again Festival murals.
With easy access to vineyards, festivals and cultural events across the region, Newhaven is a gateway to the wider Sussex experience.
Seaford and Seaford Head
Seaford is a popular gateway to the stunning Seven Sisters Country Park, where you can stroll along hills in pristine Sussex countryside. The town itself boasts a relaxed beach, which is ideal for a post-walk dip and seaside picnic – especially in the warmer weather.
Explore Newhaven
Paradise Park & Gardens
- Avis Road
Paradise Park offers fun for all ages across its 10-acre site. Discover the…
Mamoosh Riverside
- Railway Approach
Mamoosh deli, takeaway and cafe is open adjacent the river, near the…
BN9 Studio & Atrium
- Marine Workshops
Creative community spaces, offering a diverse programme of exhibitions and…
Plan your visit to Newhaven & the local area
Culture by the coast: Arty days in Sussex
- 5 min read
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What's on in and around Newhaven
Spray Painting Contemporary Art Workshop
This exciting Friday daytime class explores both freehand spray painting and making and using stencils. Spray painting is a fantastic process which…
Harbour Lights 2026 - Lantern-Making Workshops
- Jan 17, 2026 - Jan 24, 2026
Join our professional artist Patrick, who will guide you through making a lantern using willow, tissue paper, and PVA glue. These beautiful lanterns…
And Then There Were None
- Jan 22, 2026 - Jan 25, 2026
Ten strangers are summoned to a remote island. All that the guests have in common is a wicked past theyre unwilling to reveal and a secret that will…
Metal Sculpture weekend Course
- Jan 24, 2026 - Jan 25, 2026
An exciting introduction to working creatively with steel. Discover the art historical and contemporary context of metal sculpture, whilst learning…
London Mozart Players Chamber Ensemble
The London Mozart Players Chamber Ensemble will play Mozart's String Quintet Number 2 in C Minor, K406, K516b , Britten's Three Divertimenti…
Sussex Heritage Trust Awards - Launch
Join us for the launch event of the Sussex Heritage Trust Awards at the award-winning Newhaven Fort, celebrating another year of outstanding heritage…
The Graduate by Terry Johnson
- Mar 6, 2026 - Mar 14, 2026
Benjamins got excellent grades, very proud parents and, since he helped Mrs Robinson with her zipper, a fine future behind him. Based on the cult…
The Fibonacci Quartet
The Fibonacci Quartet are one of Europe's leading young string quartets and have already made a name for themselves at home, and abroad as…
Julian Marc Stringle with The Neal Richardson Trio
Julian Marc Stringle was a child prodigy clarinet player, making his TV debut with Acker Bilk at age 14 & leading his own modern jazz quintet by…
Janice Burns & Jon Doran
Janice Burns & Jon Doran are an Anglo-Scottish duo with a shared love of traditional music. They find their songs in archives that span the depths…
For Always
- Apr 9, 2026 - Apr 11, 2026
Tommy and Katie meet at the age of 6 and fast become best friends, eventually becoming boyfriend and girlfriend at the age of 15, but then a series of…
One Mouth, Many Voices
Eleanor Westbrook will present a spectacular One-Hour Concert for All Ages featuring songs, words, and music, by Kurt Weill, Handel, Georges Aperghis…
La Follia Band
Rachel Brown, Flute, Julia Kuhn, Violin, and David Wright, Harpsichord, together with two outstanding young artists, Alma Nunez Debretzeni and Joseph…
The Neal Richardson Septet
Neal's much-anticipated new project is being celebrated tonight. Entitled "The Light Catcher" it features great new songs with his…
Good Habits
Good Habits are a UK alt-folk duo, telling stories and turning heads across the globe. Composed of singer-cellist Bonnie Schwarz and accordionist Pete…
Art Themen with the Neal Richardson Trio
A fantastically exciting, playful and inventive saxophonist, Art Themen has been a beloved character of the UK jazz scene for 60 years and has played…
Deirdre Cartwright with the Neal Richardson Trio
Deirdre Cartwright (guitar), is an award winning guitarist and composer who became well known presenting the BBC TV's ground-breaking series…
Lost Notes
The Lost Notes are a band born and based in the creatively fertile blaglands of Moseley, Birmingham UK. They write songs about things that matter…
Sue Richardson with the Neal Richardson Trio
Sue Richardson (trpt/vox) is a firm favourite at Splash Point Jazz Club. Her show 'Too Cool', a biography of Chet Baker, was hugely successful…
Taff Rapids
Taff Rapids, Cardiff's bluegrass sensation, is taking the international stage by storm with a unique blend of original bluegrass compositions and…
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Lewes & surrounding
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Eastbourne & surrounding
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Seven Sisters
Set within the South Downs National Park on the Sussex coast, Seven Sisters is one of the most…