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If you're looking for some fun activities in the countryside around Brighton & Hove, we've got some great ideas.

Thrill seekers can take to the skies with Brighton Scenic or HeliFly for stunning views across the Sussex Downs & coast.

Albourne Estate, Bluebell Vineyard Estates, Rathfinny Wine Estate & Court Garden vineyards, in the heart of the Sussex countryside, offer a heady combination of beautiful surroundings & award winning wines.

For coastal adventures, Newhaven Fort offers lots to explore - from the vast, echoing tunnels built into the chalk cliffs to the breathtaking views of the South Downs & Sussex coast, whilst Sussex Voyages offer popular guided boat tours to the world famous Beachy Head.

To get off the beaten track, try a So Sussex Mushroom Walk or head over to Ashdown Forest to The Llama Park, for idyllic surroundings, alpacas & reindeers.

If you love history the Chattri War Memorial to Indian soldiers is a hidden gem on the South Downs Way & only moments from Brighton.

Or for kid friendly activities, Drusillas Park is regarded as one of the top family attracions in the area; see our Family Friendly page for more ideas.

For walking & cycling ideas, visit our walking and cycling page.

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Albourne Estate

Type:

Vineyard

HASSOCKS

Albourne Estate is a family-owned boutique Sussex vineyard and winery overlooking the beautiful South Downs, just 8 miles from Brighton. We craft small quantities of exciting and distinctive still and sparkling English wines and Vermouth using only…
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HeliFly (UK) Ltd

Type:

Sightseeing

Shoreham By Sea

Helifly operate a number of helicopter tours from nearby Shoreham Airport throughout the year. As well as city tours Helifly also run trips to stunning country houses for elegant luncheons or afternoon teas.
Funny That Comedy

Type:

Indoor

Funny That Comedy is a series of pop-up comedy nights across the South East of England curated by award-winning Krater Comedy Club resident MC Stephen Grant
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Charleston

Type:

Historic House / Palace

Near Lewes

Charleston was the modernist home and studio of the painters Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant and a gathering point for some of the 20th century’s most radical artists, writers and thinkers known collectively as the Bloomsbury group. It is where they…
British Georgian Wine Company

Type:

Local Produce Makers / Tours

Ditchling Road , Plumpton

Welcome to the first ever in the UK Traditional Georgian Qvevri museum which includes the wine tasting hall -“Henry’s Marani”.
Wiston Estate

Type:

Vineyard

Washington

Wiston Estate produces award-winning English Sparkling Wines just on the doorstep of Brighton.
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Wakehurst

Type:

Parkland / Woodland Garden

Haywards Heath

Wakehurst is a beautiful botanic gardens located near Haywards Heath and managed by Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Set in 465 acres of country estate, Wakehurst boasts ornamental gardens, temperate woodlands, a nature reserve, and an Elizabethan…
Ridgeview Wine Estate

Type:

Vineyard

Ditchling, Hassocks
Awards
- Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021
Nestled at the foot of the picturesque South Downs in Ditchling, just a 20-minute drive from Brighton, Ridgeview are a second-generation family company dedicated to the production of the highest quality English sparkling wine.
Connected Brighton

Type:

Activity Organiser

Brighton

Connected Brighton started in March 2021, in response to lock-down and the impact the pandemic had on people and the community. Their mission - to create events that offer something different, to get people together and bring benefits to the local…
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Drusillas Park

Type:

Animal Collection / Zoo

Alfriston
Awards
- Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021
Make memories that last and enjoy a great family day out at the award-winning Drusillas Park. Drusillas offers a loving home to over one hundred exotic animals, including sloths, meerkats, monkeys, penguins, red pandas, giant anteaters and more!
East Sussex National Resort

Type:

Golf Course

Uckfield

The famous East Sussex National Hotel is situated in one of Sussex’s most desirable locations and just 15min from Brighton's seafront.
So Sussex

Type:

Activity Organiser

So Sussex is an innovative family run company based at Spithurst Hub in the beautiful Sussex countryside. We offer a range of outdoor activities, events, team challenges and festivals for families, schools, companies and visitors to the area.
Rathfinny Wine Estate

Type:

Vineyard

Polegate

A significant family-owned Sussex vineyard & fine wine producer. Beautiful vineyard B&B, winery private hire, bookable tours & cellar door in historic Alfriston.
Lancing College Chapel

Type:

Church / Chapel

Lancing

The Chapel is closed to the public until further notice
Magnificent Gothic Chapel set on the South downs founded in 1868 and consecrated in 1911.
Lancing College Chapel is the largest school chapel in the world - the height of the nave is 27.5m to…
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Brighton Scenic

Type:

Sightseeing

Shoreham Airport, Shoreham By Sea

Scenic Flying provides sightseeing tours across the beautiful Sussex countryside enabling passengers to see famous sites and landmarks like never before.
Call now to enquire or book on +44(0)7918902721
The Living Coast By Bike

Type:

Cycling

Explore & Connect. Discover the natural diversity and rich culture of The Living Coast by bike.
The Living Coast is a UNESCO World Biosphere that encompasses the chalk block of the South Downs, stretching from the River Adur in the west to the…
Sussex Hospices Trail

Type:

Walking Tour

The Sussex Hospices Trail is a unique 200 mile route with two fascinating sections easily accessible for visitors to Brighton.
Depot

Type:

Cinema

Lewes
Awards
- Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021
Depot is an award-winning independent 3-screen cinema and stylish café-restaurant with gardens and terrace. It offers an innovative programme of mainstream, art house and independent films, as well as courses and special events.
Stopham Vineyard Ltd

Type:

Vineyard

Pulborough

Stopham Vineyard is set in a beautiful location near Pulborough in West Sussex in the peaceful hamlet of Stopham, a rural idyll steeped in history
Wave Leisure

Type:

Leisure & Activity Centres

SEAFORD

Wave has sites across East Sussex offering everything from workouts to birthday parties. If you want to keep the kids busy, they can make a splash and take on giant inflatables at our swimming pools or skate to the latest tunes at a family roller…

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