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Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.
Sussex is a place of beautiful coastline, gardens, literary greats, rolling South Downs, vast art collections and a castle. Discover what to see and do and plan a day out to remember.
A garden lovers' home for all seasons, with an extensive yet intimate garden set around a romantic house and ruins.
Acres of Grade I listed landscaped garden and lakes, surrounded by historic parkland and woodland
A magnificent 17th-century house displaying one of the finest art collections in the care of the National Trust, nestled in a 700-acre deer park
Step into history at Bodiam Castle. This 14th-century moated castle with a ruined interior features spiral staircases, battlements and a portcullis.
Arts and Crafts family home with Morris & Co. interiors, set in a beautiful hillside garden
Once the home of author Rudyard Kipling, celebrated for stories like The Jungle Book. Built in 1634, this Jacobean house is in the Sussex countryside.
Looking for a day out in Sussex that’ll keep the whole family entertained? Find the best family-friendly places to visit and discover the fun-filled activities on offer as part of our Summer of Play, sponsored by Starling Bank.
Play your way through the summer holidays. Comber’s field is jam packed full of races, games and active challenges, while the play glade is the perfect shady spot for nature explorers with den building and a woodland cabin to discover. and a woodland cabin to discover. 20 July - 1 September 2024.
Come on an exotic animal hunt in the gorgeous gardens. Spot artist Tom Sears’ giant, colourful illustrations of monkeys, leopards, anteaters and more. Kwik Cricket is back every Wednesday in the holidays, plus stand up paddle boarding on the picturesque lakes and a pop up play area in the stream garden. 20 July to 1 September 2024.
Find a family adventure to spark the imagination in Sussex, including Nymans, Bodiam Castle, Petworth and more. Discover the best natural play areas, summer holiday activities and café stops.
Discover shifting sands, salt marshes and a vibrant coastal hub on the Sussex coast.
Discover what to see and do at Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters. Fossil hunt on the beach, walk on the historic downland or enjoy the views as you spot birds.
Explore East Head beach. With space to play, scenic walks and interesting wildlife to discover, there's lots to see and do at this popular spot.
Sussex is home to one of the National Trust's top castles.
With its full moat, original wooden portcullis, murder holes, spiral staircases and battlements, a visit to Bodiam Castle provides a glimpse back in time to the 14th century. Enough of the interior ruins survive to give an impression of castle life, and on selected dates, look out for tours, talks, armour demonstrations and family trails to find out more about the people who lived and worked here.
A former game keeper’s house, this classically-styled cottage is surrounded by woodland.
A one-bedroom apartment in trademark Arts and Crafts style, on the second floor of Standen House.
Find out about the conservation, biodiversity, community, wildlife and nature work taking place in Sussex
The South Downs have been a place to live, work and play for thousands of years. Together we can make sure they will be enjoyed for thousands more. Learn how the projects of the Changing Chalk partnership, led by the National Trust, are restoring lost habitats, bringing histories to life, and providing new outdoor experiences across the eastern South Downs, and discover how you can get involved.
National Trust supporter groups across Sussex help to raise funds for places like Nymans and Sheffield Park, while also getting together for days out, talks and volunteering.
The return of Bodiam Castle’s popular family friendly medieval fair! (Free with admission)
Discover characters from the book hidden around the castle and grounds. As you seek out each character, learn a little more about their real-life role at Bodiam Castle.
Dive into the mysterious world of marine creatures and discover the hidden secrets of the rock pools on the beach at Birling Gap.
Join us during the Summer holidays for free family games and activities.
"Ahoy me hearties" can you find our barrels stashed on Lookout Hill?
Join Histrionics, a professional theatre company, for this fun-filled and interactive day for all the family as you discover what it takes to be a real knight! (Free with admission)
Try your hand at mini golf & croquet, race to build a train set, play games on the lawn & dress up in the woodland den. A trail around the garden which imagines the Edwardian Beale family travelling to Standen for a summer day out in the country.
Sat 20 Jul - Sun 1 Sept: 10am - 4.30pm. Looking for a day out that’ll keep the whole family entertained? Discover the fun-filled activities on offer as part of our Summer of Play, sponsored by Starling Bank.
Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.