Art and culture

Immerse yourself in the diverse range of cultural activities West Sussex has to offer. Enjoy the latest musicals and theatre productions at the renowned Chichester Festival Theatre, or discover the best of British and international modern art at Pallant House, Chichester’s landmark art gallery. Venture to the coast of Worthing and you’ll find the lovingly restored Dome Cinema, originally opened in 1911, as well as a colourful variety of locally made Sussex arts and crafts at the East Beach Studios right beside the sea .

Art and culture in West Sussex
South front of the house from the meadow with white flowers at Uppark House and Garden, West Sussex.

Uppark House and Garden

Uniquely placed in a stunning hilltop location on the South ...
The front of the The Little Art Gallery in Chichester

The Little Art Gallery

The Little Art Gallery is a contemporary gallery space situa...

Luxury Private Guided Day Tour – Chichester City and Cathedral Tour

Visit the city of Chichester, West Sussex on a luxury, guide...
Petworth House on a cloudy day

Petworth House and Park

On the edge of the market town, Petworth House and Park is t...
Three ladies looking at books at an antique fair

Ardingly Antiques

If you fancy yourself as a bit of an antique aficionado or j...
Hot metal being made into a bespoke piece by a blacksmith at Chalk Pit Forge

Chalk Pit Forge

Chalk Pit Forge set within Amberley Museum, within the South...
Amberley Museum bus

Amberley Museum and Heritage Centre

If you want to discover more about the industrial heritage o...
The outside of Colonade House art gallery in Worthing, Sussex

Colonnade House

Colonnade House is the home of local art in Worthing, showca...
Roman man at Roman Fishbourne Palace

Fishbourne Roman Palace

Explore the largest residential Roman building in Britain an...
West Sussex heritage and history tours

All-Inclusive History tours

Walk back in time with All-inclusive history tours offering ...
cinema seating

Dome Cinema

110 years after opening, Worthing Dome has been lovingly res...
The front of Zimmer Stewart Gallery

Zimmer Stewart Gallery

A contemporary art gallery, based in Arundel, Zimmer Stewart...
The front of The Steyning Bookshop

The Steyning Bookshop

The Steyning Bookshop is a small family run store located in...
Historic red brick frontage of Spencer Swaffer Antisues shop with wooden double doors and mirrors in the window

Spencer Swaffer Antiques

Spencer Swaffer Antiques has been dealing in Arundel for 40 ...
Brightly coloured beach hut doors of The East Beach Studios in Worthing

East Beach Studios

East Beach Studios is series of colourful studios situated i...
Art gallery sign outside shop

West End Gallery and Studios

Contemporary gallery and working studios showcasing original...

Cultural wonders

Dig a little deeper beneath the surface of West Sussex and you’ll find cobbled streets filled with antiques, secret gardens and architectural wonders.

A plethora of events take place across the county each year, including the Petworth Park Antiques and Fine Art Fair, the South of England Show and the Goodwood Revival. Take a look at our what’s on calendar to find the perfect event for you and your family.

Architecture in West Sussex
Cultural attractions in West Sussex - Goodwood Revival

Local guides

Get inspiration for your next trip with the help of our local guides. Discover top attractions, fun things to do and exciting new experiences. There is something for everyone in West Sussex.