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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15 ideas for Solo travellers
Thinking about exploring Sussex on your own? Our guide gives inspiration for the best ways to visit Sussex as a solo traveller, with ideas that range from peaceful coastal walks to vineyard tours, historic towns and creative experiences.
Luxe escapes in Sussex
Gravetye Manor
- Vowels Lane
Gravetye Manor, a delightful historic hotel set in more than 1,000 acres of tranquil English…
The Star Hotel
The Star is a striking grade II Listed 15th century building in the medieval village of Alfriston…
Crafted at Powdermills - stays
- Powdermill Lane
Come back to life with Crafted at Powdermills In East Sussex - just over an hour's train from…
Bailiffscourt Hotel & Spa
- Climping St
Bailiffscourt Hotel & Spa offers characterful accommodation featuring dramatic rooms with a…
The Gallivant
- New Lydd Road
The Gallivant is not a hotel. It is a place where happiness is cultivated with intention. Just a few…
Alexander House Hotel and Spa
- East St
Set within 120 acres of glorious Sussex countryside, Alexander House is a luxury manor house with…
10 stress-free calmcation ideas
'Calmcation' – an antidote to action-packed itineraries and hectic schedules.
What's on for everyone
Thunderstruck
Thunderstruck are a high octane full tribute to AC/DC, established for over 15 years, playing all…
Butterflies, Bees & Blossoms
Jane, Karen & Virginia will be creating a woodland scene and wreath, so come along and make some…
Isthmian League: East Grinstead Town vs AFC Croydon Athletic
East Grinstead Town take on AFC Croydon Athletic in this Isthmian League - South East Division…
Isthmian League: Lewes vs Whitehawk
Lewes take on Whitehawk in this Isthmian League - Premier Division fixture.
Sunshine on Leith
- Apr 14, 2026 - Apr 18, 2026
Sunshine on Leith is a heart-warming romantic musical set in Edinburgh, featuring songs from the…
Imarhan
Temet in Tamashek means connections and the album's an energetic wake up call for unity…
Roger Fry
The first major exhibition in over 25 years dedicated to Roger Fry as a painter, unveiling a…
Halloween Ghost Walk Pevensey
- Mar 21, 2026 - Apr 11, 2026
A 90 minute Guided Ghost walk of Pevensey. Meet Castle Car Park for a guide walk hearing some of the…
Easter at Leonardslee: Become a Garden Explorer
- Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens
- Mar 21, 2026 - Apr 12, 2026
An Easter adventure made for curious kids. A trail of clues, stickers, and challenges across the…
Tyber and Pete from The Dualers
9 piece Jamaican Rhythm and Blues band.
Bell Tower Open Days
- Chichester Cathedral
- Apr 11, 2026 - Oct 10, 2026
Step back in time and explore the only surviving medieval detached bell tower of any English…
Lewes Drama Collective presents: George Orwell's Animal Farm
Experience Orwell's classic satire brought vividly to life. This fast-moving, family-friendly…
Isthmian League: Chichester City vs Ramsgate
Chichester City take on Ramsgate in this Isthmian League - Premier Division fixture.
One Mouth, Many Voices
Eleanor Westbrook will present a spectacular One-Hour Concert for All Ages featuring songs, words…
Seaford Museum and Heritage Society AGM
AGM followed by a talk by Kevin Gordon
Nature and Wildlife Photography Workshop
This all-day practical workshop gives an introduction to the key principles and techniques of Nature…
Wrestling Live
The UK's number 1 family wrestling show comes to town. Rated the best family event ever! Totally…
Isthmian League: Broadbridge Heath vs Merstham
Broadbridge Heath take on Merstham in this Isthmian League - South East Division fixture.
Radio Gaga
Have your finest hour, or two! As we bring you Radio GAGA. Be part of a night like no other as we…
Granny Annie
- Mar 26, 2026 - Mar 27, 2026
Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes when the production of a famous musical has the odd…
Isthmian League: Bognor Regis Town vs Harrow Borough
Bognor Regis Town take on Harrow Borough in this Isthmian League - South Central Division fixture.
Drag Bingo
Get ready for bingo with a twist as the fabulous Miss Demeanour hosts her infamous Drag Bingo…
The Symphony of the Universe - Dr Eva-Maria Mueller
From its fiery beginnings to the vast cosmic web threading through space today, the Universe has…
Pedals, Pencils & Pixels: picturing the South Downs with Jo Burt and Finn Hopson
Join us for an evening celebrating the South Downs with two Sussex artists who capture what these…
Caroline Walker: Mothering
- Pallant House Gallery
- Mar 15, 2026 - Apr 26, 2026
Explore the beauty, strength, and unseen labour of childcare in the powerful exhibition, Caroline…
Michele Payne: Abstract Art on Paper
Join Michele to experiment and explore your personal response to colour, mark-making, shape and…
Joan Shelley
Joan Shelley has long factored place into her recordings. For her self-titled album (2017) she…
A Dangerous Novelty? The Age of Electricity at Standen
- Mar 15, 2026 - Jun 21, 2026
This new exhibition tells the story of Standen as one of the first country houses to be designed…
The Mumford & Sons Story
A Tribute to the award-winning folk-rock band Mumford & Sons The Mumford & Sons Story…
Easter Egg Hunt at Standen
- Mar 15, 2026 - Apr 12, 2026
This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Standen on an Easter trail. Come…
Ardal O'Hanlon - Not Himself
Oh, it’s all there! All the trademarks are in evidence in Ardal’s latest show. Beautifully crafted…
Ken$ationalxx: Community Through Sound
No, it's not a dream, we are really back together after 10 years! Ken$ationalxx & DJ…
Nev Clay +support
In his own words Nev Clay has been clarting about the Newcastle music scene for 30+ years. Playing…
Unveiling the Sun - Prof Lucie Green
The space age ushered in a new era of solar physics, in which the full extent and character of the…
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…
Isthmian League: Burgess Hill Town vs Cheshunt
Burgess Hill Town take on Cheshunt in this Isthmian League - Premier Division fixture.
Springtime Hallelujah! - The Rowland Singers Bring Handel to Worthing
- Mar 26, 2026 - Mar 28, 2026
The Rowland Singers Choral Society invites audiences to welcome the season with Springtime…
Archers Killing Archers
Find tickets and full event details for Archers Killing Archers live in the UK, including venues…
Isthmian League: Bognor Regis Town vs Metropolitan Police
Bognor Regis Town take on Metropolitan Police in this Isthmian League - South Central Division…
Will Wilde
Will Wildes intense harmonica style steals the spotlight from the traditional blues rock guitar…
Isthmian League: Hassocks vs Vcd Athletic
Hassocks take on Vcd Athletic in this Isthmian League - South East Division fixture.
Blackheart Orchestra
Award-winning British songwriters, composers and multi-instrumentalists Chrissy Mostyn and Rick…
Arundel Farmers Market
- Mar 21, 2026 - Dec 19, 2026
Arundel Farmers Market is brought to you by Arundel Town Council on the third Saturday of each…
Propagation Workshop
Join us for a hands-on Spring Propagation Workshop focused on the art of seed sowing. Whether…
Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman
This popular, multi award-winning husband and wife duo exude timeless class with their exquisite…
Sky Bet League Two: Crawley Town vs Barnet
Crawley Town take on Barnet in this Sky Bet League Two fixture.
Isthmian League: Littlehampton Town vs Raynes Park Vale
Littlehampton Town take on Raynes Park Vale in this Isthmian League - South Central Division…
Femigami: Mindful Paper Folding Spring Equinox
Mindful paper-folding for the Spring Equinox. Join Femigami for a calming evening of folding origami…
Michelin Star restaurants in Sussex
Discover Sussex’s Michelin‑starred dining, including One Star and Green Star restaurants. Explore the stellar dining scene in Sussex…
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
- Oaklands Park
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
Explore the Arun Valley Line with Beyond the Rails podcast
- 5 min read
Explore the Arun Valley Line: coast, castles and easy escapes from London Looking for a day out that…
Ideas for Mother's Day in Sussex
- 6 min read
Thoughtful Ways to Treat Mum This Mother’s Day in Sussex Mother’s Day is the perfect…
Historic Sussex Pubs: Where every pint comes with a story
- 5 min read
Sussex tells its tales in the warm glow of pub firelight. Step into an old inn here and…
USA 250: Anglo-American Connections in Chichester
- 5 min read
In 2026, the United States of America commemorates 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of…
USA 250: Exploring a Legacy of Liberty in Lewes
- 5 min read
As the United States marks its 250th anniversary in 2026, commemorating a semiquincentennial of…
Sussex and the Declaration of Independence: A Hidden Connection
- 4 min read
Sussex holds one of the most intriguing links to American history: an original copy of the…
Step into Sussex's Great Outdoors
- 3 min read
In the heart of Sussex, Pied A Terre Adventures has established itself as one of the region’s…
Sussex Lifeboat Stations: A Coastal Trail of Courage
- 3 min read
Discover the Lifesaving Legacy Along the Sussex Coast The Sussex coastline is a treasure trove of…
From the British Museum to Battle: visit the Sussex sites from the Bayeux Tapestry
- 5 min read
With the Bayeux Tapestry being loaned to the British Museum in London later this year, from…
9 Top Glamping Spots in Sussex for Peaceful Getaways
- 7 min read
Looking for a slower, softer escape? A Sussex calmcation offers the perfect opportunity to press…
Winnie-the-Pooh at 100: visit the Sussex locations of the beloved books
- 5 min read
Winnie-the-Pooh at 100: visit the Sussex locations of the beloved books “If you live to be a…
Top events in Sussex for 2026
- 4 min read
Looking for the best events in Sussex in 2026? From world-class festivals and historic celebrations…
Winnie-the-Pooh and the Sussex Countryside: A Storybook Journey
- 2 min read
Discover the Sussex Roots of Winnie-the-Pooh Few stories have captured hearts across generations…
Where to Stay in Sussex for Stargazing Adventures
- 3 min read
The combination of rolling chalk hills, open heathland and quiet coastal plains makes Sussex a dream…
Castles and Forts of Sussex: A Journey Through Time
- 5 min read
Sussex is a county where history is etched into every hill and valley. Its castles tell stories of…
Best of the Sussex South Downs: your guide to visiting the National Park
- 8 min read
Rolling chalk hills, ancient villages, dramatic coastline, and one of the most iconic trails in…
Vineyards of East Sussex: Henners, Artelium & Rathfinny, a Wine Lover’s Tour
- 3 min read
East Sussex has quietly become one of England’s most exciting wine regions, thanks to…
Top Wildlife Trust Nature Reserves in East and West Sussex
- 3 min read
Visit a Wildlife Trust Nature reserve in Sussex Sussex is blessed with an extraordinary variety of…
10 Calmcation ideas in stress-free Sussex
- 7 min read
In a busy world where we are always switched on, the calmcation – an antidote to…
Sussex Winelands: Vineyards You Can Visit This Weekend from London
- 4 min read
Did you know that England’s world-class wine region, the Sussex Winelands, can be reached…
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…
Beyond the Rails podcast
Travelling the Arun Valley Line is a relaxed way to sample several Sussex coastal towns by train in one trip. Watch the city slip away, swap tower…
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