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Out in the Weald: A Land of Renewal
Story | Art | Landscape | Wine
Away from the coast and the broad reach of the downs there’s another Sussex. An ancient High Weald landscape of woods, farms and villages steeped in history.
Bonfire Night
Remember remember - it’s not just about Lewes.
With its seven bonfire societies, dramatic town-centre procession, pyrotechnics and burning of political effigies, the spectacle of Lewes on Guy Fawkes Night is something to behold.
Not to be outdone, several other Sussex towns are determined to put themselves on the map when it comes to lighting up the sky on bonfire night. So to avoid the Lewes crowds, head to Hastings, Battle or Robertsbridge, who are among those leading the chasing pack.
October – November // Lewes, Hastings, Battle, Robertsbridge
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Stay at Oastbrook
Overnight | Accommodation | Camping | Self-catering
Stay the night in your own private bolthole at Oastbrook Estate: an award-winning Susssex vineyard in the picturesque Rother Valley, a stone's throw from Bodiam Castle.
The Turner Prize comes to Sussex in 2023
News | Art
Big news for Sussex, as Eastbourne’s iconic Towner gallery is confirmed to host next year’s Turner Prize. The prize forms part of ‘Towner 100’ – the gallery’s year-long centenary celebration of arts and culture across Eastbourne, and is set to bring transformative cultural and social experiences for visitors and residents of this popular seaside destination.
Sultry days and balmy evenings – a season ripe for artistic discovery
Art | News
Explore Sussex’s cultural offerings, discovering galleries, museums and creative spaces that bring fresh perspectives throughout the summer months.
THE PIG-in the South Downs
Accommodation | Hotel | Overnight | Sustainable travel
Dine, stay and relax at THE PIG-in the South Downs — a restaurant with rooms where everything starts with the Kitchen Garden.
“We love chatting to people who had no idea English wine even existed!”
Wine
Meet Julie Bretland, Mark Collins and Hannah Simpson-Banks, thoughtfully blending art and wine at Artelium: their beautiful patch of Sussex countryside.
Roebuck Estates
Wine
Located close to the picturesque market town of Petworth in West Sussex, Roebuck Estates was established in 2013 by two friends, Michael Smith and John Ball.
Knepp: Wilding, from the weald to the waves
Landscape
Holly Tuppen sits down with Isabella Tree to learn more about the Knepp Estate’s rewilding journey, the latest visitor attractions, and a new venture linking nature restoration across Sussex.
Firle Beacon
Landscape
Firle Beacon, with fantastic views across the sea, sits high above the village of Firle in the South Downs National Park. The Beacon is home to a Neolithic tomb, and can be accessed using one of the many footpaths leading up from the village.
