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There’s so much to discover in East and West Sussex, that if you planned to spend a week here, you’d easily find something to do every day. And Brighton & Hove makes the perfect base from which to go off and explore!
From the fabulous sandy beaches of the Witterings in the West to Camber Sands in the East, Sussex takes up a large swathe of southern England consisting of beaches, cliffs, countryside, cities, towns and villages, tourist attractions and natural beauty spots.
Within 20 minutes of Brighton by public transport…
You can visit the picturesque market town of Lewes with its medieval castle, lively shops, restaurants, antique centres and open air swimming pool. You can also reach Devil’s Dyke in the South Downs National Park, where paragliders hover over panoramic views of the Sussex countryside. Or you could visit bluebell woods in Stanmer Park, visit pretty Stanmer Village, and buy some local produce while having a bite to eat at One Garden.
A little further afield…
Heading east, the pretty villages of Firle, Alfriston, Litlington and Lullington all lie within 20 miles of Brighton – as do the famous Glyndebourne opera house and the family-friendly Middle Farm with its abundant farm shop. Within a stone’s throw of Alfriston you can also find the English Wine Centre, Drusilla’s Zoo and the stunningly scenic Seven Sisters Country Park, Cuckmere Valley and Birling Gap.
If a bottle of bubbly is a must on your holidays, then Sussex is a bit easier to reach than the Champagne region of France, and is home to some award-winning, internationally respected sparkling wines. Bolney Wine Estate, Albourne and Ridgeview are just a few of the many vineyards scattered across the region where you can do tours, wine-tasting and in some cases, dine too.
Nature lovers can visit Pulborough Brooks Nature Reserve, Arundel Wetland Centre, Mills Wood or Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, where you can learn about the local flora and fauna. And if you want to learn about the wonders of rewilding, then be sure to visit the Knepp Estate, where its famous Wildland Project has attracted scientists’ attention all over the world – as well as pairs of white storks, who have returned to breed for the first time in over 600 years. Another Sussex must-see is Wakehurst, a country estate and botanic gardens owned by the National Trust and managed by Kew Gardens. Wakehurst is also home to the world’s largest conservation project at the Millennium Seed Bank, where you can watch scientists at work preserving seeds that are stored in sub-zero temperatures in bomb- and flood-proof chambers below ground.
Love science and history? Get a fix of both by visiting 15th Century Herstmonceux Castle and its nextdoor neighbour, The Observatory Science Centre, all in the same day. Or take a ride through stunning countryside and history on the old Bluebell Railway, where you’ll meet staff dressed in period costume at stations lost in time.
This is just a mere summary of what you can find right on Brighton’s doorstep. But there is much, much more to discover, whatever your interests.
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Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft is home to a permanent collection that showcases the work of artists and craftspeople living and working in Ditchling – a village which nurtured some of the 20th century’s most innovative and creative ideas in crafts and design.
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Foxhole Lane, Bolney, Haywards Heath, W Sussex, RH17 5NBTelephone
+44 (0)1444 881575Haywards Heath
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Vineyard
At Bolney Wine Estate, we are proud to produce some of the highest quality English wines at our beautiful Estate situated in the heart of rural Sussex. Established in 1972, we were one of the first English wine estates and continue to build and…
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- Baby changing
- Highchair(s) available
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- Dogs welcome - Dogs allowed in the Café but not in the Restaurant
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- Catering for groups
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- Groups Accepted
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- Groups by arrangement
- Groups welcome
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- Guided Tours Available for Groups
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Parking & Transport
- Off-road parking
- On Site Car Parking
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- Accessible Lift
- All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
- Wheelchair user accessible
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Travel & Trade
- Wi-fi available
Address
Brighton Road, Lower Beeding, Horsham, West Sussex, RH13 6PPTelephone
+44 (0)330 123 5893Horsham
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Countryside, Parks & Gardens
Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens, described as ‘The Finest Woodland Gardens in England’, were first planted in 1801. Located in the heart of West Sussex, the 240-acre Grade I Listed gardens feature an outstanding scenery throughout the year
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- Dogs admitted on a lead
Address
Alfriston Road, Alfriston, East Sussex, BN26 5QSTelephone
+44 (0)1323 874100Alfriston
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Animal Collection / Zoo
Make WILD memories and enjoy a great family day out at the award-winning Drusillas Park. Drusillas offers a loving home to over one hundred exotic animals, including sloths and penguins!
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Children & Infants
- Baby changing
- Children's Meals
- Family Friendly, Children Welcome
- Highchair(s) available
- Indoor children’s play area
- Outdoor children’s play area
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- Catering for groups
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- Groups welcome
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- Educational Visits Accepted
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Parking & Transport
- On Site Car Parking
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- All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
- Wheelchair user accessible
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Travel & Trade
- Wi-fi available
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Fragbarrow Lane, Ditchling Common, Ditchling, Hassocks, West Sussex, BN6 8TPTelephone
+ 44 (0)1444 242040Ditchling, Hassocks
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Vineyard
Nestled at the foot of the picturesque South Downs in Ditchling, just a 20-minute drive from Brighton, Ridgeview are a second-generation family company dedicated to the production of the highest quality English sparkling wine.
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- Groups Accepted
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- On site parking
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Around Sussex, TN22 5PNType
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Walking Tour
The Sussex Hospices Trail is a unique 200 mile route with two fascinating sections easily accessible for visitors to Brighton.
Near Lewes
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Historic House / Palace
Charleston was the modernist home and studio of the painters Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant and a gathering point for some of the 20th century’s most radical artists, writers and thinkers known collectively as the Bloomsbury group. It is where they…
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- Baby changing
- Family Friendly, Children Welcome
- Highchair(s) available
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- Groups Accepted - Contact groups@charleston.org.uk
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- Groups by arrangement - Contact groups@charleston.org.uk
- Special Opening for Groups by Arrangement
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- Guided Tours Compulsory for Groups
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- Off-road parking
- On Site Car Parking
- On site parking
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- Ramp/Level Access - To shop, toilet & ground floor of house and cafe.
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Brighton and Sussex area, East SussexBrighton and Sussex area
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Walking
Discover 250+ Sussex Walks on your mobile.
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Children & Infants
- Family Friendly, Children Welcome
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- Marketed Towards Children
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- Groups Accepted
Lewes
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Cinema
Nestled in the heart of Lewes and the South Downs National Park, Depot is a contemporary independent three-screen cinema and stylish café-restaurant with gardens and terrace. Just next door to Lewes train station, Depot is easily accessible from…
Address
Unit 22, Shoreham Road, Henfield, West Sussex, BN5 9SLTelephone
+44 (0)1273 491 379Henfield
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Workshop
Here at roasted, training and support is central to everything we do. We offer a wide range of excellent, practical barista training courses to help you learn and develop the skills needed to make consistently great cups of coffee.
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Brighton, East SussexBrighton
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Activity Organiser
Connected Brighton is a City Concierge service for individuals and businesses, designed to help you have the best experience in Brighton by supporting local..
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Establishment Features
- Groups by arrangement - transport can be arranged.
- Groups welcome - maximum group size 60.
Address
Shaves Wood Lane, Albourne, HASSOCKS, West Sussex, BN6 9DXTelephone
+44 (0)1273 831222HASSOCKS
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Vineyard
Set deep in the glorious Sussex countryside overlooking the South Downs, yet just 8 miles from Brighton. Visitors are warmly welcome at our vineyard as well as in our Tasting Room to sample our award-winning wines.
From vine to bottle, every one of…
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The Chalkhouse, 24a Upper High St, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 1DLTelephone
+(44)1273 457765Worthing
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Distillery
Slake Spirits is for discerning drinkers and natural pleasure seekers who need a little taste of adventure and wonder in their lives. Our distillery in Worthing is now open and we’d love for you to come by to see how we meticulously make our wild…
Address
South Downs Spirits Co., Unit 43, Henfield Business Park, Shoreham Road, Henfield, Sussex, BN5 9SLTelephone
0044 (0) 772 676 6507Shoreham Road, Henfield
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Experiences
Join Goldstone Rum for an evening of fun and learning where you’ll create your own bespoke rum.
Address
Spithurst Hub, Spithurst Road, Barcombe, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 5EFTelephone
+44(0)1273 762081Type
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Activity Organiser
So Sussex is an innovative family run company based at Spithurst Hub in the beautiful Sussex countryside. We offer a range of outdoor activities, events, team challenges and festivals for families, schools, companies and visitors to the area.
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Establishment Features
- Groups by arrangement - transport can be arranged.
- Groups welcome - maximum group size 60.
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Routes around SussexType
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Cycling
One of the best ways to discover this area is by bike and to help you explore, we have developed a series of tried and tested bike rides. The rides are graded easy, medium and hard, so no matter your ability you will be able to find something that…
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Little Horsted, Uckfield, E Sussex, TN22 5ESTelephone
+44 (0)1825 880088Uckfield
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Golf Course
The famous East Sussex National Hotel is situated in one of Sussex’s most desirable locations and just 15min from Brighton's seafront.
Address
Hammerpond Road, Mannings Heath, Horsham, Sussex, RH13 6PGTelephone
0044 (0)330 123 5895Horsham
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Vineyard
Experience Leonardslee Wine Estate, home to Leonardslee Family Vineyards, located in the heart of Mannings Heath in Horsham.....
Address
Lodge Hill Lane, Ditchling, East Sussex, BN6 8SPTelephone
+44 (0)1273 844744Ditchling
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Museum
Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft is home to a permanent collection that showcases the work of artists and craftspeople living and working in Ditchling – a village which nurtured some of the 20th century’s most innovative and creative ideas in crafts…
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Children & Infants
- Baby changing
- Children’s packs
- Family Friendly, Children Welcome
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Establishment Features
- Groups by arrangement
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- Accessible Lift
- All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
- Wheelchair user accessible
Address
Streat Lane, Streat, Hassocks, West Sussex, BN6 8SATelephone
+44(0)1273 569155Hassocks
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Vineyard
Artelium is a contemporary wine estate just a 25-minute drive from Brighton celebrating exceptional Wine and Art against the beautiful backdrop of the South Downs.
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Court Gardens Farm, Orchard Lane, Ditchling, East Sussex, BN6 8THTelephone
+44(0)1273 844479Ditchling
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Vineyard
Court Garden is an internationally award winning vineyard just on the northern edge of the village of Ditchling.
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