In and around East Sussex

The autumn at Scotney Castle, Kent

The home of a famous author, fairytale castles and more await you in and around East Sussex

Places to visit

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Places in the South East where you need to book 

Some of our places we care for in the South East of England will be opening with guided tours, so you’ll need to pre-book before your visit. These tours will be led by expert volunteers and will show the places in a new light. You may also need to book in advance at some other larger places, where visitor numbers need to be carefully managed for practical reasons.

See which places in the South East you need to pre-book
A brother and sister enjoying Christmas outdoors

Christmas in and around East Sussex 

From decorated houses to family activity trails and walks, Christmas markets to scrumptious festive treats, our places in Sussex have Christmas all wrapped up.

Let's get ready for Christmas

Winter outdoors

A view out across the estate on a frosty morning at Bateman's in East Sussex

Top walks in East Sussex 

As morning mists roll in and the trees are stripped back to their barest selves, now is a great time for a walk. The area in and around East Sussex has a host of walks to entice you outdoors this season. Find coast, countryside and everything in between.

A winter view across the pond towards the house at Bateman's in East Sussex

Gardens and parks in and around East Sussex 

Throughout winter our gardens in and around East Sussex are still peppered with spots of colour and soft evergreens, at places like Bateman's and Scotney Castle.

Winter fun for families

A young toddler in a bright pink coat, pale pink scarf, hat and wellies splashes in a big puddle, with one of Knole's walls in the background

Days out with the kids in and around East Sussex 

There's loads for families to do at our places throughout winter. From wild play areas to welly walks and squelchy mud kitchens.

Family exploring Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal, North Yorkshire

Explore Percy the Park Keeper's winter wander trails 

Percy the Park Keeper needs your help this winter. Join Percy and his animal friends on a fun family activity trail at many of our places in December and January and give nature a helping hand.

Things to do at home
Explore Bodnant Garden this winter

Try 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 lift and pack dahlia cuttings for planting in the spring.

Visitors make paper chains near the Christmas tree at Attingham Park

Get involved with Christmas crafts 

From colourful paper chains to scented orange slices, keep the whole family busy making festive Christmas decorations. Plus, watch our wreath-making masterclass video if you want to make your own wreath this year.

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.