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Here's a list of 103 places to visit in and around East and West Sussex, UK. If you don't see what you're looking for, click on one of the other categories on the left. If you've visited a place recently and it's not listed here then tell us about it.


Amberley Working Museum, Amberley, near Arundel	Museum
Free car parking. Amberley station is served by frequent services from Littlehampton and London Victoria. ...
Artic Jungle, Crawley	Play area
This closed down several months ago - needs to be removed from your site. ...
Arundel Boatyard, Arundel	Boat trip
Self drive motor boats on the River Arun. Riverside Tea Garden and Gift Shop. Motor cruises to Arundel Castle and Amberley. Groups of children ,including schoo ...
Ashdown Forest Llama Park, Wych Cross, Forest Row	Animal park
One of the leading llama breeding centres in the country. Stunning views over Ashdown Forest. ...
Barcombe Mills, Lewes	Beauty spot
Probably best known for the Anchor Inn. Good food and a lovely garden by the river. Many good walk in the area. Boat hire is £6 per hour for adults, £3 for unde ...
Bedelands Farm and Nature Reserve, Burgess Hill	Nature Reserve
Children can enjoy a safari through 80 acres of unspoilt wooldand, ponds, ancient meadows and hedgerows at Bedelands.. it is an excellent place for walks with t ...
Beech Hurst Park Miniature Railway, Haywards Heath	Miniture Railway
Its present size of almost half a mile. The line now boasts two tunnels, steaming bays where locomotives are prepared for running, covered accommodation for rol ...
Bentley Motor Museum, Halland, near Lewes	Motor museum
Motor museum, wildfowl collection, formal gardens and woodland trail, miniture railway ...
Birdworld, Farnham	Zoo
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Blackberry Farm, Lewes	Children's Farm
Blackberry Farm is situated in a little village called Whitesmith, in East Sussex and is very easy to get to. Set over a vast 18 acres of beautiful countryside ...
Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park, near Haywards Heath	Heritage railway
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Bodium Castle, Bodiam, near Robertsbridge	Castle
One of the most famous and evocative castles in Britain, Bodiam was built in 1385, both as a defence and a comfortable home. The exterior is virtually complete ...
Booth Museum of Natural History, Brighton	Museum
Over half a million specimens, natural history literature and data extending back over three centuries are housed in this fascinating museum, including hundreds ...
Borde Hill, Haywards Heath	Gardens
Adventure playground with Wild West Fort, Tree Top Walk, Obstacle Course and toddler’s area is fun for the kids. Coarse fishing and picnics overlooking the lake ...
Brighton Sea Life Centre, Brighton	Sealife centre
Sea Life Centre combines the splendour of rich Victorian architecture with over 30 modern marine and freshwater habitats featuring one of the longest underwater ...
Brighton Toy and Model Museum, Brighton	Museum
The Museum features a priceless toy and model train collection with an extensive '0' gauge working layout. Numerous rare model trains are on display as well as ...
Brooklands Park, Lancing	Adventure park
The park was once a Council waste tip until reclaimed in the late 1950’s! It is now a large (45 acres) open space offering a range of sports and leisure facilit ...
Buchan Country Park, Crawley	Country Park
An ideal place for walking, wildlife watching or enjoying a picnic, Buchan Country Park has plenty to offer. Lose yourself amongst the birch trees, wander aroun ...
Butlins, Bognor Regis	Amusment park
There’s loads of fun for everyone at Butlins, including Splash Waterworld full of rides and slides, the Skyline Pavilion with live shows from Bob the Builder an ...
CJ's Playland, Burgess Hill	Adventure park
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Coombes Farm Experience, Lancing	Children's Farm
Coombes is a small village in West Sussex, set against the backdrop of the South Downs and only a stones throw away from the English Channel. Coombes C ...
Deers Leap Park, East Grinstead	Adventure park
Just south of East Grinstead in Sussex, Deers Leap has 240 acres of dedicated mountain bike tracks of every grade from family-friendly trails to single track an ...
Dish Ceramics Studio, Reigate	Children's entertainment
Parking in Bancroft Road Multi-storey ...
Drusillas Park, Alfriston	Zoo
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Earnley Butterflies and Gardens, Chichester	Gardens
A few miles south of Chichester in the heart of the Sussex countryside lies the perfect place for a family visit whatever the weather. Earnley Butterflies ...
Eastbourne Airbourne, Eastbourne	Air Show
The biggest air show on the south coast, and it free! ...
Eastbourne Minature Steam Railway, Eastbourne	Miniture Railway
South East England Tourist Board, Top Visitor Attraction Of The Year 2002. Travel behind the famous one-eighth scale miniature locomotives as they meander for ...
Enchanted Forest, Groombridge, nr Tunbridge Wells	Adventure park
These are secret, quirky and mysterious gargens, inspired by an ancient past and developed by innovative designed Ivan Hicks, where children's imagination will ...
England's Medieval Festival, Herstmonceux	Children's entertainment
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Fishers Farm Park, Wisborough Green	Adventure park
Winner of the Farm Attraction of the Year (2004). All weather, all inclusive great family day out. A unique mixture of farmyard and dynamic adventure play. Idea ...
Fort Fun, Eastbourne	Amusment park
Adventure for the under 12's and the family that's young at heart is the promise at Fort Fun's action packed two acre family fun park in Eastbourne. Entrance is ...
Freedom Active Soft Play - Freedom Leisure Hailsham, Hailsham / Eastbourne	Play area
freedomactive soft play has two unique soft play structures. The larger one has three slides and lots of ways for kids up to the age of 10 to have fun while the ...
FUNRAISERS DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL, Bewl Water, Lamberhurst, Tunbridge Wells	Children's entertainment
12-13th Sept 2009 9-5 both days Bewl Water charges to enter the venue, prices from £2 in advance - more on the gate. Visit www.bewl.co.uk ...
Godstone Farm, Godstone	Children's Farm
There are chipmunks, llamas, cows, pigs, sheep, goats, donkeys and more for the whole family to enjoy. Children are allowed into the pens for a closer look. Th ...
Goffs Park, Southgate, Crawley	Country Park
Located on the south-west side of Crawley, Goffs Park covers some 50 acres and features open parkland, lakes, children's play areas, 18 hole pitch & putt course ...
Golding Barn Raceway, Small Dole	Motorsport
Golding Barn Raceway is a professional moto-cross practice and race facility set in a picturesque valley in the South Downs. It is built and run by Danny and St ...
Goring Beach, Goring, near Worthing	Beach
At the western end of Worthing' expansive beach. ...
Grafton Regis History Fayre, Northampton	Children's entertainment
Join us for a fun-filled historic extravaganza! A fabulous fun day out for all the family! • The main event will be a medieval battle staged by The British Pl ...
Greyhound Racing at Brighton & Hove Stadium, Brighton	Greyhound racing
Sunday lunchtime meetings are free to get in and watch. One of the most scenic of all greyhound stadia in the British Isles. Its big, sweeping circuit is recogn ...
HAPPYHANDS, Worthing	Children's entertainment
Art and Crafts plus so much more! Science experiments, messy play, water and sand play, painting, sticking plus more! Open all year round including holidays. Gr ...
Harbour Park, Littlehampton	Amusment park
For the perfect family day out you simply must visit Harbour Park. Not only does it have all the old favourites such as The Waltzer and Dodgems, but kids can al ...
Haredown Mountain Boarding Centre, Chichester	Outdoor activity centre
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Hastings Castle, Hastings	Castle
Visitors can enjoy the views, wander within the castle walls, or expore the mysterious whispering dungeons. There's also an exciting audio-visual disply that re ...
Hayling Seaside Railway, Hayling Island	Heritage railway
The railway connects the popular funfair and amusements of Beachlands with Eastoke Corner and it's shops, pus and cafes. Running through areas of rare seaside p ...
Heaven Farm, Furners Green, Uckfield	Children's Farm
A 600-year-old unique farm carefully managed to live up to its name. Attractions include the Bluebell nature trail featured many times on BBC TV, parkland, pond ...
Herstmonceux Castle, Hailsham	Castle
Herstmonceux is renowned for its magnificent moated castle, set in beautiful parkland and superb Elizabethan gardens. Built originally as a country home in the ...
Highdown Gardens, Goring By Sea	Gardens
The Gardens have been awarded the Green Flag Award for 2005/2006. ...
Hollycombe - Steam In The Country, Liphook	Heritage railway
Hollycombe is a unique collection of working steam powered attractions providing fun and entertainment for the whole family. The centre-piece is a complete Edwa ...
Holmbush Farm World, Faygate, near Horsham	Children's Farm
Holmbush Farm World is a part of a larger working family farm and woodland estate. It provides a perfect opportunity for individuals, families and groups to ...
Horton Park Children's Farm, Epson	Children's Farm
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Huxley's Birds of Prey Centre, Horsham	Animal park
Huxley’s is not just a bird of prey centre but also has a beautiful garden to relax in. There is a selection of rare tropical plants as well as a colourf ...
Kent & East Sussex Steam Railway, Tenterden - Northiam - Bodiam	Heritage railway
Ride through 10½ miles of beautiful countryside. Vintage steam trains dating from Victorian times will transport you back in time. Hot and cold refreshments are ...
Kidz Stuff Festival 09, Horsham	Children's entertainment
The Kidz are back in town! This magical fun and educational festival includes a 500 seat circus, Donky Rides, Birds of Prey, Climbing Wall and Science Fair with ...
Knockhatch, Hailsham	Adventure park
Adventure playground, trampolines, birds of prey, go-karts, bouncy castle, boating lake, and so much more! ...
Lady Land Farm, Horley	Children's Farm
This traditional famiy-run farm has a wonderfu tudor farmhouse and beautiful garden steeped in history. It is open during the Summer holdays and likes to ...
Lavender Line, Isfield, near Uckfield	Heritage railway
The line is now just a mile long and starts at Isfield station. It heads northwards towards Little Horsted where the train pauses before returning to Isfield. T ...
Lewes Castle, Lewes	Castle
From the high towers of Lewes Castle visitors can see both the town and the distant views of downs, river and forest. The best way to appreciate this view is to ...
Manor Farm, Bursledon	Children's Farm
Hidden away in a beautiful countryside setting close to the River Hamble. Manor Farm will transport you to a time gone by. Attractions include a Wheelwright's S ...
Mayfield Mayfair, Mayfield	Children's entertainment
Maypole dancing by schoolchildren from Mayfield Primary School and Skippers Hill Manor School in Five Ashes; crowning of the May Queen; belly dancing ; and May ...
Middle Farm, Firle, near Lewes	Children's Farm
A 625 acre working farm, nestled at the foot of the South Downs. Come and meet the friendly chickens, ducks, pigs, donkeys and Shire horse. Watch the prize-win ...
Mohair Centre, Chiddingly	Children's Farm
A children's farm with angora goats and other farm animals. There are spinning and weaving demonstrations and a nature trail. Lambing can be seen in the Spring. ...
National Cat Centre, Chelwood Gate	Not Stated
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Newhaven Fort, Newhaven	Fort
Step Into Wartime Britain. This huge clifftop fortress commands superb views and really brings history to life. Experience what life was like in the First and S ...
P.L.A.Y (formerly Fun Junction), Worthing	Adventure park
Worthing's biggest indoor adventure playground, with over 3000 square feet of play equipment, four themed party rooms, and a 96 seat restaurant. Suitable for ...
Pallant House Gallery, Chichester	Museum
Children's Saturday Workshops; FREE Holiday Workshops; Young Artist Workshops (13+); Saturday Highlights Tour of Collection (FREE with Admission) Field an ...
Paradise Park, Newhaven	Adventure park
Features Plant houses, Museum of Life, Gardens, Heritage Trail, Maritime museum, Dinosaur safari and adventure play area ...
Paultons park, Ower, nr. Romsey	Adventure park
Paultons Family Theme Park in Hampshire, on the edge of the New Forest, offers a great family day out with over 50 different attractions and rides included in t ...
Pevensey Castle, Pevensey	Castle
With a history stretching back over 16 centuries, Pevensey Castle chronicles more graphically than any other fortress the story of Britain’s south coast defence ...
Pirates Playground, Hove	Adventure park
Hove's Pirates playground has a vast playground and padding pool. The mainly wooden playground has a castle, a beach-shaped sandpit and sunshades like sails. Th ...
Poohsticks Bridge / Pooh Corner, Hartfield	Beauty spot
It's great fun, costs nothing and kids and adults have been playing it for years. For avid Pooh fans, the Pooh Corner shop in nearby Hartfield is crammed with s ...
Pulborough Brooks, Pulborough	Nature Reserve
For all the family throughout the year. Set in the beautiful Arun Valley in the heart of West Sussex, a visit to the reserve makes an ideal day out. Explore th ...
Raystede Centre for Animal Welfare, Ringmer	Animal park
The Raystede Centre was founded by Miss Raymonde-Hawkins in 1952 to prevent and relieve cruelty to animals and to protect them from unnecessary suffering. Aroun ...
Seven Sisters Sheep Centre, East Dean, nr Eastbourne	Children's Farm
One of the largest collections of sheep in the world - over 40 different breeds. Free demonstrations of milking, cheese making, shearing and spinning. Lots of o ...
Sheffield Park Gardens, Uckfield	Gardens
The best landscape garden in Sussex.” A 120-acre garden with four large lakes reflecting the exquisite planting of trees and shrubs, enjoyable all year round, i ...
Shoreham Airport, Shoreham	Airport/airfield
With increasing numbers of flights taking off and landing at Shoreham Airport, your certain to see lots of aircraft. Children are fascinated by planes and helic ...
Smugglers Adventure, Hastings	Caves
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South Downs Light Railway, Pulborough	Heritage railway
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South Downs Planetarium, Chichester	Discovery centre
Proving that the stars don't only come out at nigt is the South Downs Planetarium, one of the largest in the country. A fantastic experience that brings the Uni ...
Southwater Country Park, Southwater, near Horsham	Outdoor activity centre
The Park offers a selection of recreational activities including an adventure-style play area, orienteering course and tuition in canoeing, sailing and windsurf ...
Spa Valley Railway, Tunbridge Wells	Heritage railway
The Spa Valley Railway runs for 3½ miles through the picturesque Kentish Weald countryside between the town of Royal Tunbridge Wells and the village of Groomb ...
Spinnaker Tower, Portsmouth	Outdoor activity centre
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Spring Barn Farm Park, Lewes	Children's Farm
Set amongst the spectacular scenery of the the South downs, Spring Barn Farm Park, in Lewes, Sussex offers offers a fantastic day out for all. The park ha ...
St George's Day Festival, Horley	Children's entertainment
St George’s Day Festival A fantastic day out for FREE! Guest Appearances, St George’s Parade, Big Band, Morris Dancers, Medieval Music, Britannia will sing, Fo ...
Staunton Country Park, Havant	Country Park
Ancient woodlands, landscaped and formal gardens, an ornamental farm, a maze, childrens play area. ...
Stock Car racing at Arlington, Arlington, near Eastbourne	Motorsport
Short circuit motor racing at its best. From Spedeworth International - the mind-bending speed of the hot rods and stock cars; the hilarious antics and crashera ...
Stoneywish Nature Reserve, Ditchling, nr Brighton	Nature Reserve
Large car park, tea room, gift shop. Wildlife walks, farm smallholding, large picnic and play area. Basic camping available. Group discounts available. ...
Swanbourne Lake, Arundel	Lake/reservoir
Originally a millpond and situated in the grounds of Arundel Park, Swanbourne Lake was painted by both Turner and Constable. Rowing boats are available to hire. ...
Tangmere Military Aviation Museum, Tangmere, near Chichester	Museum
Tangmere Military Aviation Museum was established in 1982 on the old RAF Tangmere airfield. From its beginnings in 1916, through its illustrious service as one ...
The Barley Mow Public House & Restaurant, Heathfield	Roman palace
a family run and family welcoming public house that run regular family fun days. Has a toddlers bouncy castle and trampoline with safety cage. kids menu. ...
The Observatory Science Centre Discovery Park, Herstmonceux	Adventure park
Indoor and Outdoor Areas Discovery Park may not be suitable in very bad weather ...
Tilgate Park, Tilgate, Crawley	Adventure park
400 acreas of landscaped gardens and ornamental lakes. The "Ark In The Park" is home to some of the world's rarest creatures. There are pigs, sheep, guinee pig, ...
Treasure Island, Eastbourne	Adventure park
There's enough to do at this pirate themed attraction to provide a full day's entertainment at a reasonable price. There's a themed adventure golf, a large play ...
Tulley's Farm, Turners Hill, near Crawley	Children's Farm
The Fun Year includes the Maize maze, a Gem Mine, Pedal Go-Karts, Wagon ride, Quad Barrel Train and sevelal labyrinths nad mazes. Down the road is the farm shop ...
Volk's Electic Railway, Brighton	Heritage railway
Zipping along the length of Brighton's seafront from the Palace Pier to Black Roac is Volk's Electric Railway. There are lots of things children to do along the ...
Warnham Nature Reserve, Horsham	Nature Reserve
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Washbrooks Family Farm, Hurstpierpoint	Children's Farm
Farmyard full of friendly animals. Large adventure playground. Tractor trailer rides (when available). Pony rides (when available). Country tea room. Picnic are ...
Weald and Downland Open Air Museum, Singleton, near Chichester	Outdoor museum
Set in 50 acres of beautiful Sussex countryside is a very special place to wander amongst a fascinating collection of nearly 50 historic buildings dating from t ...
West Blatchington Windmill, Hove	Museum
The restored mill at West Blatchington is a Grade II listed building which is well worth a visit. Information panels give details on the history of milling and ...
Wey and Arun Canal, Billingshurst	Boat trip
Take a cruise down the Wey and Arun Canal aboard the restored narrowboat the Zachariah Keppel. Trips in 2006 will begin at Easter with the Easter Cruises, w ...
Wilderness Wood, Hadlow Down, near Uckfield	Woodland
Woodland walks, picnic areas, barbecues to hire, tearooms, adventure play area ...
Wildfowl & Wetlands Centre, Arundel	Nature Reserve
With 60 acres of ponds, lakes and reedbeds, The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust at Arundel is surrounded by ancient woodland, adjacent to the river Arun and overlooke ...
Worthing Lido, Worthing	Amusment park
The Lido offers fun fair type rides, two cafes, beach shops and an ice cream kiosk. There are tables and chairs dotted around these low-key attractions, perfect ...
Yesterdays World, Battle	Museum
Experience a magical time travel family adventure at our award winning British social history attraction. With over 100,000 genuine historical artefacts on dis ...

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