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!

 

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Top reasons to visit Sussex

    Goodwood Motor Circuit

    Feel the need for speed? Then hop in the seat and get behind the wheel of a supercar or Formula One-style car at the Goodwood Motor Circuit. Race…

    Fly Sussex Paragliding

    • Tollgate

    Take to the skies and learn to Paraglide on the beautiful South Downs. Solo and tandem flying experiences available. Suitable for complete beginners…

    Knepp Safari

    Experience the thrill of the dawn chorus and wild animals undisturbed in their natural habitat with a Dawn Safari at Knepp Estate. Set out on foot at…

    Seal Bay Resort

    Seal Bay Resort is a 300 acre holiday resort park in Selsey, near Chichester with unspoilt views over the Solent and the Isle of Wight and one mile of…

    Sussex Beach Hut

    Experience a unique take on the Sussex coast by renting a frontline beach hut for the week in sought-after Ferring, between Worthing and…

    Rye Harbour Discovery Centre

    • Rye Harbour Road

    Rye Harbour Nature Reserve is one of the largest and most important wildlife sites in England, set in an exceptional coastal and wetland landscape and…

    Ridgeview Wine Estate

    Embark on a wine tour and tasting at the Ridgeview estate and discover how the Roberts family set about changing the world of wine. Open every day for…

    Wiston Estate

    The family run Wiston Estate offers a variety of tours from the winery, where guests can learn about the wine production, taste the award-winning…

    Rathfinny Wine Estate

    • Rathfinny Wine Estate

    Family-owned Rathfinny Wine Estate is a pioneering grower-producer of English sparkling wines. Situated in a picturesque valley near the charming…

    Arundel Castle

    No trip to West Sussex is complete without visiting the magnificent Arundel Castle. Set high on a hill in West Sussex, this great Castle commands the…

    Fishbourne Roman Palace

    Explore the largest residential Roman building in Britain and its wonderful in situ mosaic floors. Stroll around the recreated Roman gardens – the…

    Buzz Active

    At Buzz Active, we have something for everyone.  Sailing and windsurfing at our Eastbourne seafront centre, located right on the beach…

    Cadence Cycle Club

    Cadence Cycle Club is a collective of enthusiastic cyclists on a mission to make cycling more accessible for everyone. Discover their network of cafes…

    Samphire Sauna

    • White Rock

    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…

    Discover Sussex stories

    Cycling

    Cycling routes in Sussex

    • 3 min read

    What better way to explore Sussex than on two wheels. The county boasts some of the best cycle routes across the country, and plenty to choose from. From flat roads, country lanes and rolling hills, Sussex is a great place to get out on a bike. If you like cycling, want to grab a breath of fresh…

    Discover the secret gardens of Sussex

    • 7 min read

    If you’re looking for inspiration for a day trip where you can make the most of your natural surroundings, West Sussex gardens are bursting into life this spring. Come and enjoy the seasonal spectacle at some of our most beautiful gardens in the county. Maybe not quite ‘secret’ as such but, with…

    Accommodation

    How to have a digital detox in Sussex

    • 8 min read

    Unplug from all things digital and reconnect with yourself, friends, nature and the present moment on a digital detox in West Sussex. Technology is a wonderful thing, but too much time ogling a screen can take its toll on your physical and mental health, particularly within the current climate.

    Attractions

    Sussex Safaris

    • 3 min read

    It’s not just South Africa who can lay claim to having ‘the big five!’ In Sussex we too have an extraordinary array of wildlife from wild horses to white storks! In fact, there are many opportunities to go on your very own Sussex Safari and spot all manner of wonderful animal species. You might…

    Pier to pier to pier: explore a royal coastline

    • 5 min read

    From William the Conqueror to Camilla, the Queen Consort, the Sussex coastline is home to a millennia’s worth of royal stories. This royal-themed itinerary shows you the Sussex coastline through a right royal filter, from Bognor Regis’s pared-back pier to the thriving pleasure piers of Brighton and…

    Your complete guide to National Trust spots in Sussex

    • 9 min read

    We are so lucky to have such an abundance of historic properties and acres of beautiful parks, woodlands, gardens and countryside under the National Trust in Sussex. From stately homes and castles to nature reserves, beaches and botanical gardens, there is something magical for people of all ages…

    A taste of Sussex...

    View to see a taste of what Sussex has to offer. From beaches to rolling hills, bustling towns to quaint villages there's something for everyone.

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