In and around West Sussex

A frosty winter morning at Sheffield Park, East Sussex

A place of iconic coastline, gardens, literary greats, rolling South Downs, vast art collections and a castle.

Places to visit

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Latest visiting update 

Our gardens, parks, cafés, shops, countryside locations and many houses are open. You no longer need to pre-book at many places. Some still require booking ahead, so please check the property webpage before you travel.​

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The forecourt garden at Nymans

Gardens and parks in and around West Sussex 

Discover frost covered topiary, winding garden paths and fragrant, winter-flowering plants in our gardens in Sussex. Wrap up warm and come out for an uplifting winter stroll at Nymans, Sheffield Park and Garden, Bateman’s, Petworth, Standen and Wakehurst.

A misty view across the hills and valleys of the Sussex Downs at dawn from Ditchling Beacon, showing scattered trees and hedges with the sun rising in the distance

Top walks in and around West Sussex 

If you’re in need of a leg-stretch this winter, you’ll find no shortage of trails in Sussex. Our downloadable walks are easy to follow with step-by-step directions starting from Petworth Park, Devil's Dyke and more. Make the most of frosty mornings and winter light in Sussex.

Walking your dog at Nymans

Dog walking in West Sussex 

From gardens in the grounds of grand estates to off-road woodland paths, there is something for everybody (and every dog) at our properties across Sussex.

Family dressed for a winter walk

Family activities in and around West Sussex 

There's plenty to explore on frosty winter days in Sussex. Make the most of family time at Sheffield Park and Garden, Standen, Nymans, Petworth and Bateman's. Experience the wonder of IGNITE: a new fire and light trail at Nymans this February.

Gardeners at work in the Walled Garden at Llanerchaeron, Wales

Test out our winter gardening tips 

Would you like to get more out of your garden in winter? Our gardening experts have lots of ideas to keep you busy in all weathers, including a video on how to prune climbing roses ahead of the warmer months.

A mother and son baking at Attingham Park

Get baking with our easy family recipes 

We've picked some of our best family-friendly bakes to keep the kids busy. Quick, simple and delicious, the whole family will love these recipes. Discover how to make cakes, biscuits, savoury snacks and more.

Making food for birds

Learn new skills with our how to guides 

Have you ever wanted to learn how to make your own bird feeder? We've got plenty of how to guides for you to discover, from how to make your own compost, to how to green clean your home.