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To help you discover more about our beautiful corner of Sussex, bookmark The Great Sussex Way's news and blogs page. You'll find a selection of behind the scenes stories and interviews, special offers and our guides to the best places for walking and cycling, places to entertain the family or teenagers, and even great places to sample sensational Sussex wine.

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Christmas in Chichester

Chichester's Christmas celebrations aim to bring magic and sparkle to West Sussex for 2026's festive season. There's a stocking-full of Christmas cheer for all to enjoy including the dazzling day-to-night extravaganza of Light Up Chichester as the Christmas lights are switched on, as well as…

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Christmas at Chichester Cathedral

Celebrating the Christmas time at Chichester Cathedral is an unforgettable experience, whether you join one of the candlelit carol services or witness the wonder of the atmospheric advent procession marking the beginning of advent. When are Chichester Cathedral's Carol Services? Chichester…

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Christmas Days out in West Sussex

Experience the best of the festive season in West Sussex with unforgettable Christmas days out. Plan a Christmas trip to Peter Pan - A Musical Adventure or Hey! Christmas Tree at Chichester Festival Theatre, enjoy immersive Christmas entertainment at Stansted House or take festive afternoon tea at…

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Great Sussex Christmas Markets

West Sussex is the most wonderful place at Christmas time, and where better to soak up the Christmas spirit than one of the many Christmas markets in the region? From the historic streets of Chichester, steeped in Christmas magic and the scent of mulled wine, to the atmospheric cobbled charm of…

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West Sussex Bonfire Night Extravaganzas

Remember, remember the 5th of November! If you're searching for an unforgettable Bonfire Night experience in Sussex, you're in luck. With a variety of events starting in October and continuing throughout November, there's something for everyone. Choose from a range of Sussex Bonfire Night…

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Half Term for families in West Sussex

This October half term West Sussex comes to life with a feast of family Halloween activities and spooky trails to explore for children of all ages. Find perfect halloween activities for kids in the fresh autumn air with spooky trails like the ' We're Going On a Ghost Hunt™' trail at Petworth House &…

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Autumn in West Sussex

Looking for the best things to do in West Sussex this autumn? With its crisp air, rolling mists and mellow fruitfulness, autumn is arguably the most evocative of all the seasons in West Sussex, with plenty of things to do! Across the South Downs, panoramic views stretching over patchwork fields and…

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Long Distance Paths | Walking in West Sussex

West Sussex on foot is a walker's paradise, with some of England's finest national trails and walking trails criss-crossing the county. For those seeking a proper challenge, walking the South Downs Way delivers over 100 miles of sweeping countryside and magnificent coastline, while the Sussex Border…

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Hidden Gems of West Sussex

Beyond the beaten track; discover the hidden gems of West Sussex West Sussex is home to some wonderful hidden gems, from forgotten ruins and ancient landscapes to peaceful gardens, fascinating museums, wildlife encounters and quiet coastal spots. Beyond the county’s famous coastline, the South…

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Bosham & The Bayeux Tapestry

Bosham & the Bayeux Tapestry Bosham may be a quiet harbour village today, but its place in English history is anything but modest. It’s one of the very few English locations to appear in the Bayeux Tapestry, the 11th‑century masterpiece which is currently on display in London for the first time in…

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