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!
Awaken your inner explorer
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Explore Sussex Winelands
Bluebell Vineyard
Situated on the edge of the Ashdown Forest near the famous Bluebell Steam Railway, Bluebell Vineyard…
Digby Fine English
Pop into Digby's Arundel tasting room for the tasting flights, while learning how Digby make…
Everflyht Vineyard
- Beacon Road
Our family vineyard in the heart of the South Downs. Single Estate and producing award winning…
Kingscote Estate
- Vowels Lane
The beautiful 150 acre Kingscote Estate produces both still and sparkling white wines…
Oastbrook Estate
- Junction Road
Discover a truly authentic English vineyard experience near to Bodiam Castle. Oastbrook is a family…
Tillingham Estate Vineyard
Tillingham Estate is a mixed farm that dates from 13th Century, featuring vineyards, fruit trees…
Tinwood Estate
- Tinwood Estate
Established in 2007, Tinwood Estate is situated on the edge of the South Downs. The Tukker family…
Vine & Country Wine Tours
- Hastings and surronding areas
Vine & Country Wine Tours offers friendly, award-winning food and wine experiences across the…
Wiston Estate
The family run Wiston Estate offers a variety of wine tours and tasting, where guests can learn…
Christmas & New Year
Celebrate Christmas in Sussex with seasonal events, heritage railways, festive food and more. Your guide to winter magic this festive season.
What's on for everyone
Scenes From The Savoy - Live Performance
Scenes From The Savoy - Live Performance Join us for a night of exciting musical cocktail of an…
Curious About Chichester
- Nov 30, 2025 - Oct 24, 2026
Unlock Chichester's Hidden Stories: Quirky Walks & Treasure Hunts Await! Ditch the ordinary…
Crawley Millennium Concert Band: A Celebration of Christmas
A Celebration of Christmas - The soundtrack to your Christmas starts here! Join Crawley Millennium…
Maypoles to Mistletoe
Maypoles to Mistletoe tracks the year through folk song, narration, Morris dance, music and…
Lost Revellers at the Crown House
Lost Revellers Present: An evening of music, comedy, and decadence to mark the year's end! Join…
Cinderella: The Pantomime
- Connaught Theatre & Studio
- Dec 4, 2025 - Jan 4, 2026
YOU SHALL GO TO THE BALL THIS CHRISTMAS… Prepare for a magical Christmas adventure with our…
Strictly Theatre
A collaboration of all the users of the Windmill Entertainment Centre. Join us for an evening of…
The True CRIME Museum
- Nov 30, 2025 - Dec 18, 2025
The True CRIME Museum is a SHOCKING attraction for everyone fascinated by the dark world of CRIME!…
Remi Harris Hot Club Trio
One of the UK’s most exciting guitarists, Remi Harris is joined by double bassist Tom Moore and…
Wham Duran
Wham Duran will get you out of your seat as they recreate the hits of both Wham and Duran Duran with…
Frost Supermoon Yoga
Join our Yoga teacher India and the community of moonrise yogis as you celebrate the frost full moon…
Choreographic Projects
Our emerging choreographers share exciting and original work devised over semester one. Expect a…
Celebrating friends - with music, words and good company
Its been two years since the first gathering that became FOldS the Friends of Old Shoreham. Back…
Jo Jo
Join Jo Jo and special guests for a cozy Christmas rendezvous at the delightful Grove theatre. The…
Mud + Slady
70s glam rock icons mud return with slady for an iconic Christmas gig after selling out in 2024…
James B Partridge: The Big Christmas Assembly
Celebrate the Christmas season with JAMES B PARTRIDGE and his delightful THE BIG CHRISTMAS ASSEMBLY…
Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
Get into the festive spirit during this relaxed two-hour workshop, taking place in the Animal Room…
Ghost Walk Pevensey - BOXING DAY SPECIAL 4.0
Boxing Day Special - blow those Christmas Cobwebs away. All outdoors. 90 Minute Guided Tour by…
Alan Barnes - The Sound of the Baskervilles A Sherlock Holmes Suite
Alan Barnes Saxophones, Clarinet (picture) Mark Nightingale Trombone Robert Fowler Saxophones…
People by Alan Bennett
- Dec 5, 2025 - Dec 13, 2025
Dorothy Stacpoole, ageing aristocrat and former model, owns a crumbling stately home and is…
Pinocchio
- Dec 29, 2025 - Jan 4, 2026
The Panto, with no strings attached! The classic story of a puppet who wishes to become a real boy…
Hook: The Panto Strikes Back
- Dec 12, 2025 - Dec 14, 2025
Many years ago, in a time shrouded in mystery, a tale unfolded in Panto Land. Well, it was last year…
The Wind in the Willows
- Dec 3, 2025 - Dec 6, 2025
Kenneth Grahame's beloved classic reworked as a traditional pantomime. Featuring Ratty, Mole…
Beauty and the Beast - A family favourite pantomime
This Christmas, the Level 5 Cabaret Performance Company invites you to join them for Beauty and the…
Jingle All The Way - Academy Christmas Showcase
A Fun Festive Showcase of Arabesque Academy
Chris Simmons
Indie singer-songwriter from Brighton.
In the Spotlight
- Dec 13, 2025 - Dec 14, 2025
The students from The Academy of Musical Theatre present an eclectic musical theatre showcase…
Robin Hood - For Grown-Ups!
Robin Hood – For Grown Ups! One night only! Leave the kids at home and round up your gang for a…
Peter Bruntnell & Band
DJ Wendy May presents a pre-Christmas afternoon with the superb musician Peter Bruntnell & his…
Aladdin
- Dec 4, 2025 - Dec 6, 2025
Aladdin by Tina and Rob Burbidge A traditional family pantomime based on the story of a poor boy…
Jack And The Beanstalk
- Dec 4, 2025 - Dec 14, 2025
"Jack And The Beanstalk" By Richard Hills Directed By Janine Robins It's Panto time…
Advent Concert: Handel's Messiah
Experience the magic of the season with our Advent Concert at Arundel Cathedral, a breathtaking…
Christmas at Standen: All I Want for Christmas
- Nov 30, 2025 - Jan 4, 2026
Make your festive visit to this imaginatively decorated Arts and Crafts home, atmospherically lit…
Slade UK
Since arriving on the tribute scene Slade UK have left fans open mouthed with the accuracy of their…
Musical Theatre
Join our vibrant first-year Musical Theatre (Music) students as they take you on a whirlwind journey…
Charity Santa Run & Christmas Market
Start the festive season with fun, fitness, and Christmas cheer - all in support of the Aldingbourne…
Martin Kemp: Back to the 80s
Get ready to step back in time for the ultimate 80s party with the legendary Martin Kemp! Dig out…
The Egg (live) with Ramjac Corporation (live) & AU (live)
Join us for a night of deep grooves, hypnotic rhythms, and pure live energy as The Egg bring their…
The Paint Club at The Longshore
Everything you need to paint a masterpiece! Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening…
Ice Rink
- Dec 12, 2025 - Jan 2, 2026
Get your skates on—our iconic ice rink is back! From 12th December to 2nd January, the White Horse…
Sleeping Beauty - Peak Time
- Dec 20, 2025 - Dec 28, 2025
Join us Christmas 2025 for the Hippodromes spellbinding pantomime Sleeping Beauty! Once upon a time…
Jack and the Beanstalk
- Dec 18, 2025 - Dec 21, 2025
Award winning Durrington Theatrical Society are back for another fun packed family Pantomime. This…
P-funk Alldayer
P-Funk collective DJs present P-FUNK. Presented by The Piper. This is an 18+ event
The Last Bread Pudding and Last Tango in Upper Bramber
Two witty comedies that promise an evening of laughter: The Last Bread Pudding by Nick Warburton…
Tropicana Nights
Kick-start your celebrations with a Christmas Tropicana party night, our DJ will have you dancing…
Plumpton Race Meeting
- Dec 1, 2025 - Dec 15, 2025
Plumpton is a hidden gem in the world of horse racing. The thrill of Jump racing, the joy of a win…
Meet Father Christmas!
- Dec 6, 2025 - Dec 23, 2025
Father Christmas invites your family to meet him in his new Grotto in Froggies Indoor Soft Play…
Pallant Proms: A Harmonious Revival
Pallant Proms: A Harmonious Revival at Pallant House Gallery We are thrilled to announce the next…
Foodie Trail: A delicious discovery of Mid Sussex local produce
- 6 min read
Sandwiched between the coast and the capital, Mid Sussex is a must-visit destination on the English food and drink map. Graze your way through…
Top reasons to visit Sussex
Sussex Shines in the 2025 Michelin Guide
- 2 min read
The 2025 Michelin Guide has officially been released, and Sussex has once again earned it's place as a must-visit culinary destination. With six…
Foodie Horsham: A long weekend among Sussex’s vineyards, hops and gardens
- 7 min read
Dedicate four days to sipping and savouring the local flavours of one of Sussex’s most abundant foodie regions. This weekend escape in Horsham…
The best afternoon tea in Sussex
- 4 min read
Sussex is known for its beautiful scenery, rural excursions and historical heritage, but it is also home to some of the most unique spots to relax and…
Towner Gallery
Collecting and exhibiting contemporary art for 100 years, Towner Eastbourne sits where the coast and the South Downs meet. Towner presents exhibitions…
Charleston in Lewes
- Southover Road
Charleston in Lewes is a new space in the heart of Lewes. Explore a changing season of exhibitions featuring works of art from around the world…
Chichester Festival Theatre
Chichester Festival Theatre creates inspiring experiences that bring people together – on and off the stage. Creativity is at the heart of…
1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield
- High Street
March into history on the most famous battlefield in England. Follow in the footsteps of the armies of William the Conqueror and King Harold as they…
Seven Sisters Country Park
- East Dean Road
Seven Sisters Country Park is a poular destination to experience the iconic Seven Sisters white cliffs, part of the Sussex Heritage Coast, as well as…
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…
Discover Sussex stories
Create the Ultimate Sussex Christmas Hamper
- 2 min read
There’s something truly special about a Christmas hamper filled with local produce. Sussex…
Sip and stay: Sussex vineyards with accommodation
- 9 min read
Sussex is one of England’s most celebrated wine regions. With lush rolling hills, chalky…
Father Christmas in Sussex – Best Places to See Santa in 2025
- 8 min read
As the festive season approaches, Sussex families will be searching for Father Christmas Sussex 2025…
Discover East Sussex Vineyards This Winter: Events, Tastings and Retreats
- 4 min read
Explore Sussex Winelands this winter, from the historic town of Lewes to the coastal culture of Rye…
Christmas Markets in Sussex to visit in 2025
- 4 min read
As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, Sussex transforms into a festive wonderland filled…
Your Period Drama Escape: Stately Homes and Historic Elegance in Sussex
- 5 min read
Your Period Drama Escape: Stately Homes and Historic Elegance in Sussex If you’ve ever…
The Best Sussex Walks: Trails and Routes to Explore
- 4 min read
Sussex Trails: Walks, Views and Hidden Routes to Explore Sussex is home to some of the most varied…
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…
The Best coffee roasters in Sussex
- 2 min read
Looking for the best coffee in Sussex? From seaside cafés to countryside roasteries, Sussex is…
A foodie guide to Sussex
- 3 min read
Discover the vibrant food scene in Sussex. From farm-to-fork restaurants and vineyard dining to…
Festive Family Christmas Events in Sussex: What’s On in 2025
- 5 min read
Magical Christmas Events for Families in Sussex in 2025 Sussex sparkles with festive charm each…
Festive Light Trails in Sussex 2025
- 2 min read
There’s nothing quite like a winter walk under twinkling lights to get you into the festive…
Where to go Ice Skating in Sussex this Christmas
- 2 min read
There’s something timeless and joyful about ice skating during the festive season. Whether…
Best Halloween Events in Sussex
- 13 min read
Whether you’re looking for family Halloween fun or spine-chilling thrills after dark…
Gourmet and Gardens: A four-day gastronomic Sussex itinerary
- 7 min read
From the spring bursting with colour to the lush greens of summer, and the golden tones of autumn to…
Foodie Trail: A delicious discovery of Mid Sussex local produce
- 6 min read
Sandwiched between the coast and the capital, Mid Sussex is a must-visit destination on the English…
Quintessentially English: A traditional Sussex weekend
- 5 min read
Rolling countryside, storybook villages, country pubs, equestrian elegance, and a heritage steam…
Sparkling and Spas: Three days of Sussex wine and wellness
- 5 min read
Unwin(e)d in Sussex with the perfect pairing of wine and wellness, taking time to explore the…
Explore historical Sussex for free: Heritage Open Days 2025
- 2 min read
Every September, Heritage Open Days unlock the doors to some of England’s most fascinating…
9 places to see the best Autumn colours in Sussex
- 8 min read
Experience the changing season in Sussex As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, Sussex…
Discover East Sussex by Bus: Top ways to explore with Flexibus
- 3 min read
Leave the car at home and discover the hidden gems of East Sussex with the flexible and eco-friendly…
Explore Sussex by Bus: Top Destinations with Book-a-Bus
- 3 min read
Leave the car at home and discover the hidden gems of West Sussex with the flexible and eco-friendly…
A thousand years of history in 5 days on the Sussex coast
- 7 min read
From the Norman invasion in 1066 to the perils of WWII, Sussex has been at the forefront of…
Craft Experiences: A creative journey through Sussex
- 3 min read
Sussex is a treasure trove for craft lovers, offering immersive experiences that celebrate heritage…
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