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!

 

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6 top reasons to visit Sussex in 2026

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Gravetye Manor

  • Vowels Lane

Gravetye Manor, a delightful historic hotel set in more than 1,000 acres of tranquil English…

Gravetye Manor

The Star Hotel

The Star is a striking grade II Listed 15th century building in the medieval village of Alfriston…

The Star Hotel

The Gallivant

  • New Lydd Road

The Gallivant is not a hotel. It is a place where happiness is cultivated with intention. Just a few…

The Gallivant

What's on for everyone

Emily Abreu

  • Feb 25, 2026 - Nov 1, 2026

Visitors are welcomed back to Newhaven Fort this February half term, as the historic site reopens…

Emily Abreu
Feb 25

Erasure

  • Feb 25, 2026 - Apr 12, 2026

Presented across Goodwood Art Foundation’s two gallery spaces, ERASURE will bring together three…

Erasure
Feb 25

Theatre Tour

  • Mar 4, 2026 - Nov 4, 2026

The Royal Hippodrome Theatre Friends invite you to discover the history of Eastbourne's oldest…

Theatre Tour
Mar 04

Ladies' Day

  • Mar 19, 2026 - Mar 21, 2026

Life is one long, hard slog for the fish-filleting foursome Pearl, Jan, Shelley and Linda. But maybe…

Ladies' Day
Mar 19

Cinderella

  • Mar 6, 2026 - Mar 8, 2026

The LADS present their 47th Annual Adult Pantomime - Cinderella. Join us as we make a very cheery if…

Cinderella
Mar 06
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Top reasons to visit Sussex

    Towner Gallery

    Collecting and exhibiting contemporary art for 100 years, Towner Eastbourne sits where the coast and the South Downs meet. Towner presents exhibitions…

    Towner Gallery

    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…

    Charleston in Lewes

    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…

    Seven Sisters Country Park

    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…

    Goodwood Motor Circuit

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