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Image credits to Craig Payne (www.craigpayne.co.uk)

Experience the spectacular scenery of the ancient Royal Hunting Forest. Ashdown Forest is a large…

river winding through green hills

Cuckmere Haven lies on the coast at the point where the South Downs meet the sea. Its dramatic…

Image of a group walking down the vineyard at Birchden Vineyards on a sunny day

Escape to Birchden Vineyards and be unexpectedly enchanted.  Wines this good deserve to be paired…

Image of the Birling Gap cliffs

Birling Gap is part of the world famous Seven Sisters chalk cliffs, one of the longest stretches of…

steam train travelling through tunnel

Welcome to the Spa Valley Railway, which offers a wonderful steam train journey through the High…

Pevensey Castle entrance to the inner Bailey

Pevensey Castle chronicles more graphically than any other fortress the story of Britain's south…

Image of two walkers at Seven Sisters Country Park

Seven Sisters Country Park is a unique place. It comprises 280 hectares of chalk cliffs, meandering…

Image of 36o degrees brewery Pint Glass Illuminated

360 Degree Brewing is a craft brewery and taproom based in the middle of Sussex, just on the edge…

Vineyard in Autumn sunset

This award-winning vineyard and winery in the heart of Sussex, on the edge of the Ashdown Forest…

picnic table full of snacks and there wine made at the vineyard

The Secret Vineyard is located at Lime Cross Nursery, in Herstmonceux. The vineyard sits on a sunny…

Bewl Water Aqua Park

Bewl Water in Lamberhurst, Kent is the largest reservoir in the South East of England and is open…

Batemans House

Bateman’s was Rudyard Kipling’s family home from 1902-1936. He described Bateman’s as ‘a real house…

South Downs National Park

The South Downs National Park is over 1,600 km.sq. and stretches 100 miles from the edge of…

image of the vineyard picnic

Beacon Down Vineyard stretches across 18 acres of peaceful countryside just outside Heathfield in…

visitors at Sheffield Park lake

A magnificent landscaped garden laid out in the 18th Century by 'Capability' Brown and further…

sample image of in the loop wine

The UK's first English Vermouth-ery is now open to the public. In the loop drinks specialises in…

Image of Off The Line Vineyard

This award-winning boutique producer of still and sparkling rosé wines, set in a beautiful part of…

Vines at Tickerage Vineyard

This 5 acre boutique vineyard is situated on top of a sandstone ridge which has the free-draining…

Exterior Shot of Alfriston Clergy House

Rare 14th century Wealden 'hall house' was the first building to be acquired by the National Trust…

Bluebell Railway travelling through countryside with Bluebells

Experience the great age of steam and take a nostalgic trip through the tranquil Sussex countryside…

image of the vineyard tasting room - a wooden building with seating outside and inside

Situated on a 23 acre small-holding in Horam, just outside Heathfield, in the heart of East Sussex.

Group of people in the Gun Brewery outdoor seating

Gun Brewery, Taproom & Shop, can be found on Gun Hill, in the heart of the East Sussex Countryside…

exterior shot of Pevensey Court House

This 16th century court room now houses a local museum. Discover the Old Court Room including the…

Image of the cherry picker and Vineyard fields in Coe's Farm

Coes Farm is a family-run, 500-year-old estate in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the High…

Latest

Beyond Borders at Gallery North

A dynamic exhibition of installation, sculptural and wall-based work that playfully explores and…

Monkey Puzzle trial at Bateman's

Join a brand-new family trail inspired by the much‑loved Monkey Puzzle story by Julia Donaldson and…

a giant wooden owl, made of scrap material, nestled amidst trees at Wilderness Wood

Wilderness Wood is open every day of the May Half Term Holiday. Monday 25th we have wood-fired…

Batemans House

Brighten your half term and add a splash of colour to your visit with face painting sessions.…

Lunar, image of the moon with text 'uncovering the mysteries of the moon' 'Observatory Science Centre & Museum '

Take a trip to the Moon this summer - 'Lunar' arrives at the Observatory Science Centre on 23rd May…

A promotional poster for 'Wild Wednesdays at Ashdown Forest: family activity days for children age 5-12 years' with the landscape of Ashdown Forest as

Family activity days on Ashdown Forest suitable for children age 5–12 years (check individual…

An example of cyanotype printing - a white leaf

Join us for a hands-on cyanotype workshop in the naturalistic Bates Green Garden, led by…

Peter and the Wolf – A Musical Tale for Children

Peter and the Wolf – an immersive musical experience for children Written in 1936, Prokofiev's…

Dads go free poster at Sharnfold Farm

Join us at Sharnfold Farm for a fun-filled family day out on 20th–21st June and enjoy a free ticket…

PAW Patrol poster

Calling all PAW Patrol fans! Chase and Marshall are gearing up for a special mission—and they're…

an outside table with craft supplies and a sketchbook on top

Join us for a 3-hour sketchbooking workshop in the beautiful and inspiring setting of Bates Green…

Looking out towards the landscape of Ashdown Forest in the summer

The Big One Hundred story begins at Ashdown Forest itself – the original inspiration for the…

An ariel shot of Hailsham Town Centre

The Forest arrives in Hailsham as Ashdown’s curious creature makes its way through the town centre…

Historic country house with tall windows and decorative stonework, set behind landscaped gardens and trees in soft evening light.

Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Sheffield Park and Garden, this special Big One Hundred…

Large crowd gathered on a grassy field at an outdoor event, with people standing near a marquee tent and trees in the background.

The Big One Hundred joins the celebrations at Weald on the Field, Uckfield’s much-loved free family…

Red brick castle surrounded by a wide moat, with an arched stone bridge and reflections in the water, framed by green trees.

The Big One Hundred concludes with a weekend of Explorer Days at the spectacular Herstmonceux…

Bluey Poster

Bluey & Bingo Visit Sharnfold Farm! Join us on the Sunday 20th September for a fun-filled day at…

a kid looking through an industrial telescope

Gather family & friends and join us for an evening of discovery and space exploration. These events…