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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Welcome to Sparkling Sussex

Visit a Sussex vineyard this Summer

Albourne Estate

  • Shaves Wood Lane

Albourne Estate is set deep in the glorious Sussex countryside overlooking the South Downs, yet just…

Ambriel Sparkling

  • Nutbourne Lane

Ambriel is a single estate winery. Our grapes are grown a mere hop, skip and a jump away from…

Coes Farm

  • Coes Farm

Organic vineyard with micro-winery, tastings & tours and holiday accommodation.

Everflyht Vineyard

  • Beacon Road

Our family vineyard in the heart of the South Downs. Single Estate and producing award winning…

Nyetimber

For 30 years Nyetimber has been making some of the finest English sparkling wine. Using traditional…

Roebuck Estates

  • Roebuck Estates

Located near Petworth in West Sussex, Roebuck Estates was founded by two friends, whose belief in…

Tinwood Estate

  • Tinwood Estate

Established in 2007, Tinwood Estate is situated on the edge of the South Downs. The Tukker family…

Wiston Estate

The family run Wiston Estate offers a variety of wine tours and tasting, where guests can learn…

What's on for everyone

Perfumery

The day will begin with an exclusive tour of Charleston's beautiful walled garden, led by one of…

Jul 08

Oliver JR

  • Jul 2, 2025 - Jul 4, 2025

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

Jul 02

Theatre Tour

  • Jul 2, 2025 - Dec 3, 2025

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

Jul 02

Fun Fun

Fun Fun are pleased to invite Evie down from London to play their next party at the Piper. Big fans…

Jul 04

House Tour 2025

  • Jun 25, 2025 - Jul 31, 2025

Join us for an intimate guided tour around the house at Charleston in Firle. A knowledgeable visitor…

Jun 25

Salem

  • Jun 24, 2025 - Jun 26, 2025

Salem : The Witch Trials of Today This reinterpretation of The Crucible juxtaposes the original…

Jun 24

Kids Party Nights

  • Jul 22, 2025 - Sep 2, 2025

Tuesday Kids’ Party Nights! Kids Disco Nights: Party with DJ Oli, dance to popular tunes, and meet…

Jul 22

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…

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…

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…

Glo-Wellbeing

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

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…

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