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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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London's Extraordinary Neighbour

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Wanderwild at Wakehurst Kew

Summer in Sussex

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Coast

The Beach watersports

Outdoor Activities

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Vineyards

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What's on for everyone

The Phonics

  • Jun 20, 2025 - Jan 16, 2026

The world's finest tribute to The Stereophonics The Phonics play tracks from every album…

The Phonics
Jun 20

40 Years On

  • Jul 12, 2025 - Jul 13, 2025

40 Years On, A Celebration Of Dance Industry's 40th Anniversary! Saturday 12th July 2pm Saturday…

40 Years On
Jul 12

Oliver JR

  • Jul 2, 2025 - Jul 4, 2025

Consider Yourself at Home! Consider Yourself One of the Family! St Richards Catholic College pupils…

Oliver JR
Jul 02

Curtain Up

  • Jun 18, 2025 - Oct 15, 2025

From Stage to Screen and everything in between This summer, The Royal Hippodrome Theatre proudly…

Curtain Up
Jun 18

Izumi Kato

  • Jun 13, 2025 - Nov 2, 2025

Explore the first institutional exhibition of Izumi Kato’s work in the UK. Living and working…

Izumi Kato
Jun 13
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Find the perfect Sussex pub stay

Halfway Bridge Inn

  • Halfway Bridge

A Sussex dining destination in the heart of the South Downs, The Halfway Bridge has charm and a…

Halfway Bridge Inn

The Bell

  • High Street

Our menus change with the seasons and availability of locally sourced fresh ingredients. Instantly…

The Bell

The Fox Goes Free

  • Charlton Road

The Fox Goes Free is a charming country pub with inglenook fireplaces and many original, rustic…

The Fox Goes Free

The Highdown

The Highdown is a well-stocked pub that sits adjacent to Highdown Gardens and offers an array of…

The Highdown

The Seaview

  • Sea Road

Dating back 200 years, The Seaview is situated in the Sussex seaside village of East Preston and…

The Seaview

Top reasons to visit Sussex

Rye Bay Ebikes

  • Rye Harbour Road

We are family run Electric Bike Hire, Sales and Servicing shop based in Rye, East Sussex. We offer electric bike tours. self guided and guided on…

Rye Bay Ebikes

Oastbrook Estate

  • Junction Road

Situated in an award winning vineyard. Whether you stay in one of our housed or in our Glamping, a stay at Oastbrook is always unique and as relaxing…

Oastbrook Estate

Kindred Sauna at Knepp

  • Swallows Lane

Wood fired sauna in nature at the Knepp Estate Campsite. Open to general public and campers alike. Open all year round for traditional Nordic style…

Kindred Sauna at Knepp

Glo-Wellbeing

GloWellbeing has added a ‘Glo-rious’ SAUNA to compliment all the wonderful services we already offer.  Come and try our…

Glo-Wellbeing

Samphire Sauna

  • Hastings Pier

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…

Samphire Sauna

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