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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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Best Foodie Destinations in West Sussex

From award-winning vineyards to farm-to-table dining, West Sussex is a must-visit for UK foodies. When you think of Sussex, places like Chichester, Midhurst, Petworth, and the South Downs National Park probably come to mind. With rolling hills, historic towns, and unspoiled coastline, West Sussex is…

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Introducing The Goodwood Art Foundation

May 2025 sees the opening of a brand new destination showcasing contemporary art set against stunning West Sussex countryside. What is the Goodwood Art Foundation? Already widely known for impactful events and for the impressive art collection built by the Dukes of Richmond at Goodwood House…

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Best Things to do in Chichester Harbour

Where is Chichester Harbour? Chichester Harbour, a National Landscape, is one of the few remaining areas of undeveloped land on the south coast, yet is just four miles from historic city of Chichester. Not your usual kind of harbour, you'll want to allow plenty of time to explore here, whether for…

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The Times in Chichester

Why The Times thinks you should visit Chichester Lisa Johnson of The Times introduces her article from the 13th Century rafters of Chichester Cathedral, on her way to experience a new Spire Tour, a new experience introduced in autumn 2024. After witnessing the "exhilarating views", Johnson explains…

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Top Ten things to do in West Sussex in 2025

Conde Nast Traveller recently included Sussex in its list of places to go in 2025. The magazine cited foodie news and cultural offerings, concluding that West Sussex is "set to be as fashionable in 2025 as it was in its 19th-century heyday when Turner and Constable were regulars". Will 2025 be the…

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Best walks for the whole family

Great walking doesn’t have to mean enduring great distances. Whether you’re short on time, have young children in tow or are simply looking for a taster of Sussex and the South Down’s walking delights, we have a wide range of short walks to choose from. Here’s our pick of 10 great walks suitable for…

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Top Walks in West Sussex

Whether you choose to walk for health and wellbeing, to be immersed in nature or for adventures with family and friends, there's a West Sussex walk to suit you. From breathtaking panoramic views to serene wooded walks and waterside walks for some Vitamin Sea, there's a variety of terrain to conquer…

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Restaurants in Chichester

We’ve scoured the streets so you don’t have to. Here is our pick of the best restaurants in Chichester: one for every month of the year and for every occasion, including some new openings for 2024. There’s no better place to celebrate in style than The Ivy Chichester. Famous for its fine British…

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Visit Sussex in 2025

Sussex makes top travel list Sitting alongside exotic locations across the globe like the Peruvian Amazon, Uganda and Florida's Space Coast, Sussex has been named on Conde Nast Traveller's list of places to go in 2025. The feature includes mentions for the soon-to-reopen Swan Inn at Fittleworth, and…

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Tour the extraordinary West Dean House

West Dean College tours announced For the first time, West Dean College will open it's doors for guided tours of its astonishing collection of Surrealist artworks and objects, including the famous Salvador Dalí Mae West Lips Sofa and Lobster Telephone. Edward James, founder of West Dean College and…

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