The Common is a tranquil place where you can enjoy woodlands, open grassy areas, lakes, stunning bluebells in springtime, and splendid views towards the South Downs. The networks of paths are great for countryside walks and for spotting rare fauna and flora. Picnic tables are provided.
You can explore the different habitats of Ditchling Common on the Nature Trail, but watch out for the grazing cattle!
Story | Art | Landscape | Wine
There’s a gentle landscape that follows the eastern margin of Sussex. It unfolds across the Weald through ancient woodlands, broadening out to a quiet hinterland, a place defined by its three rivers.
Landscape
This downland nature reserve sits on the fringes of the county town of Lewes. The Iron Age hill fort of Mount Caburn can be accessed from here and is a 15-minute walk up from Glynde village. It has beautiful views out to the sea.
Beer
Here’s a guide to some of the top craft beer taprooms in Sussex, including Beak Brewery, 360, Cloak & Dagger and more.
Wine
Sussex-based sparkling wine producer with an elegant Tasting Room in the heart of Arundel.
Landscape
Devil’s Dyke is a legendary spot in the South Downs National Park. At nearly a mile long, the Dyke valley is the longest, deepest and widest ‘dry valley’ in the UK.
Overnight | Accommodation | Landscape | Wine
The vineyard vacay is on the rise. A growing number of Sussex vineyards also offer overnight accommodation for guests who’d prefer to linger on, in a range of accommodation styles ranging from tipis to luxurious lodges and even a hobbit house.
Story | Art
A condensed history of British modernism, as told via the story of four iconic Modern House homes in Sussex.
News
Issue #2 of the Sussex Modern Zine is out now. Read it online here, and find out where to pick up a physical copy.
Overnight | Accommodation | Camping | B&B
Stay overnight in a converted hop barn B&B or luxury bell tent at this biodynamic vineyard & wine producer in the East Sussex countryside.
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