Sussex is perfect for Families
Sussex is the ultimate destination for family-friendly adventures! Whether you're planning a getaway during the school holidays or looking for a multi-generational trip, Sussex offers a plethora of activities, sights, and experiences that cater to all the family.
Things to Do and See
Sussex is brimming with attractions that will delight visitors of all ages. You can explore top-rated zoo that promises fun for the whole family, like Drusillas. With interactive animal exhibits and exciting play areas, it's a hit with kids and adults alike. For those who love the great outdoors, Sussex offers stunning landscapes and a natural play trail perfect for a family day out - check out our Parks & Gardens page to find your perfect picnic spot. If you're looking for a bit of history, the Weald and Downland Museum provides a fascinating glimpse into the past with its collection of historic buildings and engaging activities.
Family-Friendly Dining
When it comes to dining, Sussex boasts a variety of family-friendly restaurants that cater to all tastes. County pub? Beach side cafe? Themed restaurant? We've got it all!
Places to Stay
Finding the perfect accommodation for your family is easy in Sussex. From cosy bed and breakfasts to luxurious hotels, there's something for everyone. For a unique experience, consider staying at one of Sussex's many farm-stays or glamping sites, which offer a blend of comfort and adventure
Multi-Generational Fun
Sussex is ideal for multi-generational trips, ensuring that every member of the family, from toddlers to grandparents, has a memorable time. Fishers Farm Park is a fantastic spot for all ages, featuring farm animals, adventure playgrounds, and indoor soft play areas. Harbour Park in Littlehampton is another great destination, offering classic beachside fun and amusement rides that will keep everyone entertained
Sussex is a treasure trove of family-friendly activities, dining options, and accommodations, making it the perfect choice for school holidays and multi-generational trips. Whether you're exploring historic sites, enjoying delicious meals, or relaxing in comfortable lodgings, Sussex promises an unforgettable experience for all the family.
Plan your next family adventure in Sussex and create memories that will last a lifetime!
Family friendly things to do
Bluebell Railway
Situated in the picturesque Sussex countryside, the Bluebell Railway stands as a captivating…
Bodiam Boating Station
- Bodiam Boating Station
Welcome to our little piece of heaven, perfectly placed for you to explore the garden of England…
Borde Hill Garden
- Borde Hill Lane
Borde Hill is a 2,000-acre Estate which has been owned by the Stephenson Clarke family for over 130…
Branching Out Adventures
- Bentley
An outdoor adventure centre, including high ropes courses, climbing wall, giant swing, bounce nets…
Buzz Active
At Buzz Active, we have something for everyone. Sailing and windsurfing at our Eastbourne…
Camber Kitesurfing
- 123 Lydd Road
Camber Kitesurfing founder, Anthony was one of the first kitesurfers on Camber Beach back in 2000…
CYCALL
- Western Road
CYCALL is an inclusive cycling project based at Brooklands Park, Worthing. CYCALL has a fleet of 40…
Full Throttle Boat Charters
- The Point Rye Harbour
Join our Seal trips departing from Rye Harbour then we head out to sea for an exhilarating…
Get Bikery
- Station Street
Our electric cargo bikes are a fun, eco and accessible way to discover the beautiful…
Guided Wellbeing Walks
- Swan Walk
A monthly programme of free, sociable, and family friendly, our guided walks are a great way to see…
Littlehampton East Beach
- Sea Road
An award winning family friendly sand and pebble beach which is over a mile long making it the…
Marine Life Walks
- Grafton Road
Our beaches are full of marine life just waiting for you to discover them; however, it can be small…
Maverick Boat Adventures
- West Quay
Maverick Boat Adventures – The Ultimate Coastal Experience in East Sussex! At Maverick Boat…
Moxie Unleashed at Sheffield Park
- Marine Avenue
Fitness, paddleboarding and adventure for people of all ages, of mixed ability and experience levels…
Mulberry Marine Experiences C.I.C
- 9 Orchard Parade
Mulberry Marine Experienes offer a full range of marine experiences off the coast of…
Oyster Diving
- Basin Road North
The UK's premier PADI scuba diving and travel centre. We offer scuba courses, sea dives and have…
Pulborough Paddles
Pulborough Paddles is a friendly, family-run canoe, kayak, and paddleboard hire business nestled on…
Riverside South Downs - Self-Drive Boat Hire
- Riverside South Downs
Our self-drive boats are the perfect way to spend a lazy afternoon with friends & family, gently…
Rye Bay Ebikes
- Rye Harbour Road
We are family run Electric Bike Hire, Sales and Servicing shop based in Rye, East Sussex. We offer…
Sussex Boat Trips
- Beacon Drive
No visit to East Sussex is complete without a boat trip along the South Downs coastline. Experience…
Tibbs Farm
- Udimore Road
Nestled in the Tillingham Valley overlooking our family farm with heritage hop gardens, traditional…
Watermill Wolves
- Watermill Lane
Magical wild encounters and experiences with the Watermill Wolves Wolfdogs, stars of tv and film…
What's on for families in Sussex
Chichester950 Children's Trail
- Chichester Cathedral
- Jul 16, 2025 - Nov 15, 2025
Join Wilfrid the Seal on a journey of discovery in Chichester Cathedral's latest family trail…
Emily Gravett’s Tidy Trail at Bateman’s
- Bateman's National Trust
- Jul 16, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025
Step into the world of Emily Gravett’s beloved book, Tidy, at Bateman’s and follow Pete the Badger…
Priory Meadow Beach
- Jul 16, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025
Summer is here – and so is the fun at Priory Meadow! After a spot of shopping, take a break and…
Small things, BIG! Ideas
- Charleston in Lewes
- Jul 16, 2025 - Sep 21, 2025
This exhibition showcases artworks created by Year 9 pupils from Priory School as part of a series…
Summer junior golf camps
A fun environment for young golfers aged 5-13 to help them learn how to golf and develop new skills…
Children's Nature Morning
Join Micheal Blencowe for a morning filled with wildlife treasure hunts, bug spotting and wild art…
Ship Ahoy! family trail
- Jul 19, 2025 - Sep 7, 2025
Step into the world of J.M.W. Turner and set sail on an artistic adventure through Petworth House…
Super Six Weeks Of Summer
- Jul 19, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025
Get ready for an unforgettable summer at Aldingbourne Country Centre! Our Super Six Weeks of Summer…
The Dinosaur That Pooped: A Rock Show!
When Danny and Dino's favourite rock band are playing their last ever concert, they go on a…
Weald Fest
Get ready for an unforgettable day of family fun, live entertainment, and community spirit! Enjoy…
Kids Party Nights
- Jul 22, 2025 - Sep 2, 2025
Tuesday Kids’ Party Nights! Kids Disco Nights: Party with DJ Oli, dance to popular tunes, and meet…
Zooper Summer Holidays at Drusillas!
- Jul 23, 2025 - Sep 1, 2025
Keep the kids happy all holiday long with a pawsome day out at Drusillas Park! Get nose-to-nose with…
Make & Take - Beads and Boxes
For our first session in this Summer break we're getting the bead box out - always a winner!…
Centenary Saturdays 2025
In 2025 Drusillas celebrates its 100th anniversary! No single day could do justice to such an…
Holiday Make & Take - Lego Stamping
This is a whole new way of playing with Lego! We'll be using different sizes and shapes of Lego…
The St Leonards History of Crime Talk with Joel Griggs
Join Joel Griggs, the Curator of The True CRIME Museum, for an in-depth look at the dark history of…
LDN Wrestling
Get ready for an action-packed evening that the whole family can enjoy – LDN Wrestling is coming to…
Good Food Festival
- Aug 15, 2025 - Aug 17, 2025
Get ready for the ultimate weekend of food, fun, and family-friendly activities at the Good Food…
Family friendly places to eat
Goodwood Aerodrome Cafe
Enjoy beautiful views of the grass runway at Goodwood Aerodrome and the historic Motor Circuit - a…
Gravetye Manor Restaurant
- Gravetye Manor
We pride ourselves on serving up exceptional food in our Michelin Star restaurant and take…
Horsted Place Hotel
- Lewes Road
Enjoy a range of dining experiences from our award winning Restaurant to indulging into our relaxing…
Lewes Brewcafe
- Spences Lane
Come join us at the Lewes Brewcafe where six days a week we serve up great Only With Love beer (with…
Morley's Bistro
- High Street
Nestled on the high street of Hurstpierpoint village, Morley's Bistro is proud to serve…
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 Beach Littlehampton
The Beach is a community and visitor hub based on Littlehampton seafront it boasts beach…
The Black Horse, Climping
The Black Horse, Climping is a 17th century pub, and a popular haunt for locals to gather, a…
The Cove in Fairlight
- Waites Lane
In sleepy Fairlight, on the edge of the Firehills, The Cove is an independently run freehouse…
The Crown Hastings
- All Saints Street
The Crown is an independently run freehouse in the heart of Hastings Old Town at the foot of the…
The Oak Barn Restaurant & Bar
- Cuckfield Road
We aim to provide a second to none dining and bar experience - only first-class customer service…
The Pulbrew
- Lower Street
A family run quaint coffee shop situated in the heart of Lower Street, Pulborough, with direct…
The Seaview
- Sea Road
Dating back 200 years, The Seaview is situated in the Sussex seaside village of East Preston and…
The Sportsman Inn (Amberley)
- Rackham Road
For lovers of warm hospitality, hand-picked local Sussex real ales and all the ambience of a true…
The Tiger Inn Restaurant
- The Green
The tiger inn is a quintessentially English pub in the heart of East Dean. You can take in the views…
The Woodcote, Graffham
- The Woodcote,
With its peaceful setting in the village of Graffham in the South Downs National Park, The Woodcote…
Family friendly places to stay
Beachy Head Holiday Cottages
- Upper Street
In the heart of the Sussex countryside, one short mile from the spectacular Seven Sisters coastline…
East Sussex National Resort
Set amongst 1100 acres of lush green English countryside, the East Sussex National Resort provides…
Goodwood Hotel
Within the 12,500 acres of the Goodwood Estate is the Goodwood Hotel. Exuding the essence of British…
Greyfriars Holiday homes
- Friars Road
Our 5*, 2 self catering apartments, offer enclosed private gardens with hot tubs, spectacular views…
Heaven Farm Camping
Heaven Farm Campsite is in the award-winning farm set in 100 acres of beautiful parkland in the…
Hydro Hotel
- Mount Road
Hydro Hotel, Eastbourne is a 4 star property set in private grounds with expansive sea views and…
Ivy Cottage
- Church Place
18th Century holiday cottage with three bedrooms accommodating up to six people. Self-contained with…
Newhouse Farm Wild Camping
Newhouse Farm, nestled in the South Downs National Park, provides idyllic camping in the West Sussex…
Oakwood West Holidays
- The Osiers
Between the South Downs & Chichester Harbour are four luxurious dog friendly cottages, with…
Oastbrook Estate
- Junction Road
Situated in an award winning vineyard. Whether you stay in one of our housed or in our Glamping, a…
Peach Tree & Crab Apple Cottages
- Goodwood
Two perfectly formed cottages, located just a stone's throw from the Goodwood Hotel, in the…
Roffey Park Venue
- Forest Road
Versatile conference and event venue in West Sussex You'll want to return again and again……
Steyning Cottages - Rosebud Cottage
- Sir Georges Place
Beautiful cosy Rosebud Cottage sleeps 3 in 2 bedrooms. In the heart of picturesque Steyning. A few…
Tack Barn
- The Broyle
The Tack Barn is a beautiful and sustainable holiday cottage, ideally located for Lewes…
The Artisan Bakehouse
The Artisan Bakehouse offers the perfect base for those looking for a country retreat with a touch…
The Barn at Stoaches
- Freshfield Lane
Escape to the tranquility of rural bliss with this charming Barn Conversion nestled amidst…
The Beach Huts - Madam Green Holidays
- High Street
The Beach Huts is a one-level cco build self-catering property with an Instaworthy beach hut facade…
The Nest Danehill
Book a wonderful stay at this idyllic woodland holiday cottage with a private garden and…
The Tiger Inn Acommodation
- The Green
Stay in style above the Tiger Inn in one of our 5 cosy bedrooms overlooking the village green…
The White Rock Hotel
- The White Rock Hotel
Situated in a prime position on the seafront opposite Hastings Pier, The White Rock Hotel is the…
Wild Boar Wood Campsite
- Treemans Road
Wild Boar Wood campsite is based in High Weald, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The site is…
Woodfire Camping
Woodfire Camping is a small, family-run business with three stunning campsites nestled in the heart…
Worth Forest Glamping
- High Street
A woodland setting in the heart of West Sussex countryside, Worth Forest Glamping offers luxury…