You’ve heard of Artists’ Open Houses during the Brighton Festival, for example? Well, this more like an Artists’ Open County, with more than 800 Sussex artists showing their work in studios and galleries – as well as some rather more unusual locations – around the Lewes, Seaford and Newhaven areas. Pick up a map, join the trail and you’ll be able to meet the artists and buy their work direct from them.
September // Sussex-wide
Mohamed Hamid in pottery Lewes. Credit Alun Callender
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.
Events | Art
Reconnect with nature at Charleston’s pioneering horticultural event.
Events | Art
The Sussex festival with its roots firmly in the community.
Accommodation | Overnight
Stay the night at Tinwood Wine Estate near Chichester, in one of three luxury vineyard lodges with views of the vines.
Wine
With outstanding views towards the South Downs Albourne Estate offers a unique flavour of English wines with expert-guided small group tours and tastings.
Wine
A boutique wine producer creating world-class still and sparkling wines nestled in the heart of East Sussex.
Art | Landscape
Pallant House Gallery selects five works of art depicting stunning Sussex landscapes you can still visit today.
News
Looking for a break from the stresses of London life? A day trip to Sussex is just the ticket, says travel writer Emma Fast-Field.
Wine
Adderley Pelly, Vineyard Manager at Stopham Estate, gives us a peek into her daily routines and the rhythms of the wine year.
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