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Eastbourne Public Art Trail
Events
To accompany the Turner Prize exhibition, Eastbourne ALIVE presents a series of major artworks across public spaces in Eastbourne.
South East Open Studios
Opening the door on Sussex artists at work
Stretching across Sussex and into Kent, this event encourages the public to visit artists in their studios to see them at work and find out what really makes them tick. Downloading a trail map lets you work out a route to suit your interests – and find somewhere nice to stop for lunch.
June // East Sussex
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South Downs Dark Skies Festivals
Events | Wine
Stargaze in Sussex’s Dark Sky Reserve.
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.
Bolney Wine Estate
Wine
Established for more than half a century, Bolney is a true pioneer of English wine.
Devils Dyke
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.
Glyndebourne Festival
Events | Wine
The star of Sussex’s musical summer hits all the right notes.
Malling Down 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.
Ashdown Forest
Landscape
Originally a deer hunting forest in Norman times, Ashdown Forest is now one of the largest free public access spaces in the South East. It is a great place for walking and enjoying spectacular views over the Sussex countryside. It is known the world over as the ‘home’ of Winnie-the-Pooh.
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.
