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Ambriel Sparkling
Wine
Overlooking the South Downs in West Sussex, Ambriel’s south-facing greensand hills nurture Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier vines.
Rye Jazz and Blues Festival
International artists take over Rye
There’s jazz, there’s blues and a whole lot more besides as August sees the pretty town of Rye rammed with music of all sorts, in venues of all shapes and sizes. Churches, pubs, open-air venues and street corners host artists from across the world in a summer celebration of international music.
August // Rye, various venues
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Visit a Sussex vineyard
News | Wine
With its high latitude, warm and dry maritime climate, and range of soil types Sussex has just the right characteristics and long seasons for growing grapes.
Eastbourne is Alive
Turner Prize 2023
A visit to Eastbourne is yours for the making. Discover this arty seaside town in a new way with our interactive itinerary. Simply click around on the artwork to discover art galleries, vineyards, places to stay, eat, drink and explore during the Turner Prize season in Sussex.
Glyndebourne Festival
Events | Wine
The star of Sussex’s musical summer hits all the right notes.
Festival of the Garden
Events | Art
Reconnect with nature at Charleston’s pioneering horticultural event.
Lewes: All in the Making
Story | Art | Landscape | Wine
The lively town of Lewes (pronounced as two syllables: Lew-es) is the ideal centre for exploring this green part of Sussex. Its orbit reaches over the South Downs National Park to the village of Ditchling, along the Ouse Valley and across towards Brighton.
Albourne Estate
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.
Culture by the Coast
Turner Prize 2023
Explore the varied and dramatic Sussex coastline, where artists, makers, and creators have long been drawn by the light and the landscapes, forging creative communities along the shore.
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Wine
Meet Julie Bretland, Mark Collins and Hannah Simpson-Banks, thoughtfully blending art and wine at Artelium: their beautiful patch of Sussex countryside.
