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Sussex vineyards to visit this winter
Wine
As crisp autumnal days give way to cosy winter nights and frosty mornings, the new season brings new experiences, events and occasions to Sussex’s vineyards.
Jack in the Green, Hastings
Paint the town green on the Sussex coast
Every May Day weekend, the good folk of Hastings daub themselves with green paint, cover themselves in leaves and take to the streets to celebrate the coming of summer.
There are drummers everywhere, dancing giants, chimney sweeps (?) and processions, all culminating in the ritual killing of the Jack – the main guy in all of this – whose liberated soul releases the spirit of summer. It’s just a bonkers knees-up of course, and a very noisy one at that…
May Day weekend // Hastings
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Tinwood Estate
Wine
The focus at Tinwood is on producing delicious top-quality sparkling wine.
Sheffield Parkland
Landscape
The historic Sheffield Parkland dates back several centuries and has had many uses including as a deer park and a Second World War camp. It is now grazed with livestock and is a diverse haven for wildlife.
Amberley Wild Brooks Nature Reserve
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.
Cabins and Castles
Overnight | Accommodation | Self-catering
Choose from a handpicked selection of stylish places to stay in Sussex, from cabins to castles and everything in between.
Attenborough Centre for the Creative Arts (ACCA)
Art
Interdisciplinary arts hub in a mid-century modern Grade II listed building located on the University of Sussex campus. The public programme includes dance, theatre, live art, music, film, discussion and debate.
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.
Tinwood Boutique Lodges
Accommodation | Overnight
Stay the night at Tinwood Wine Estate near Chichester, in one of three luxury vineyard lodges with views of the vines.
On The Edge, Facing South
Story | Art | Landscape | Wine
Where the Low Weald meets the sea you find a land of contrasts and contradictions – inspiring marshy levels, broad stretches of shingle and sandy beach, and favourite seaside playgrounds.
