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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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Discover Padel in West Sussex

Padel has well and truly taken the UK by storm. If you don't quite know what Padel is, it's a fast, sociable, easy‑to‑learn racket sport that blends the best of tennis and squash and is played on enclosed courts where the walls are part of the game. Here in West Sussex, you’ll find some of the most…

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Best West Sussex Cycle Routes

West Sussex offers some of the finest cycle routes and bike trails in the South East of England, making it a dream destination for cyclists of all abilities. Here you'll find everything from off road cycling across the South Downs to leisurely bike rides along the coast towards Selsey Beach, scenic…

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Art exhibitions and galleries to visit this summer

West Sussex is shaping up to be one of the UK’s most exciting cultural destinations this summer, with a vibrant mix of art exhibitions and gallery events taking place across the county. Whether you're drawn to traditional landscape painting, bold contemporary installations, handcrafted ceramics, or…

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Cool Things to do this Summer

Make the most of the summer in West Sussex, officially one of the sunniest spots in the UK with our guide to the best things to do in West Sussex. Whether you're planning family-friendly days out, scenic coastal adventures, or unforgettable local events, West Sussex offers unforgettable summer…

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Father's Day in West Sussex

Father’s Day is the perfect excuse to spoil the special father figure in your life and West Sussex is packed with unforgettable ways to celebrate. From hearty Sunday roasts and local sparkling wine to adrenaline-fuelled adventures and fascinating museums, there are plenty of Father’s Day treats in…

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Chichester Roman Week

Step back in time as you join the annual celebration of Chichester's Roman heritage - Roman Week! Roman Week brings an array of elements of Roman life to the modern day with talks, tours, workshops and hands-on family activities stretching over May half term holiday each year. Whether you choose to…

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Things to do in summer in West Sussex

West Sussex is the perfect place to make the most of summer - the most glorious of all the seasons brings to life Sussex's sublime combination of coast and countryside. If you're looking for summer days out in West Sussex or family-friendly things to do around Chichester, look no further. Read on…

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Horseracing at Goodwood

Horseracing at Goodwood: a thrilling family day out in West Sussex When you think of Goodwood Racecourse, you might think of the thunder of hooves and glamorous summer events, but did you know that a day at Goodwood races can also be one of the best family days out in West Sussex? With big skies…

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The Best West Sussex campsites

Whether it’s the sound of birdsong or rolling waves you’re hoping to wake up to on your camping trip this summer, the perfect pitch is waiting for you in West Sussex. From the rolling hills of the South Downs National Park to the sparkling seas of the beaches of West and East Wittering, one thing’s…

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Bosham features in The Telegraph

Bosham, one of the West Sussex's most idyllic waterside villages made national press earlier this month in The Telegraph in a feature showcasing the 10 prettiest villages for a spring weekend break. Travel writer, Sarah Baxter, specialising in walking, adventure and UK travel, chose her favourite…

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