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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
Creative Waves Art Gallery on Worthing Pier

Creative Waves

A unique outdoor art gallery on Worthing Pier. The colour ar...
Man standing in Arundel getting ready to lead a Walking Tour

Arundel Walking Tours

Arundel Walking Tours presents the history, architecture and...
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...

Mystery trails

Whistlestop Arts have created seven FREE outdoor mystery t...
Two faced twins outside their gallery in Worthing

Two Faced Twins

Worthing based twin artists, Two Face Twins, work together t...
Table laid with china in old fashioned room at the Petworth Cottage Museum

Petworth Cottage Museum

Petworth Cottage Museum is a Leconfield Estate cottage that ...
Three ladies looking at books at an antique fair

Ardingly Antiques

If you fancy yourself as a bit of an antique aficionado or j...
cinema seating

Dome Cinema

110 years after opening, Worthing Dome has been lovingly res...

Amberley Museum

If you want to discover more about the industrial heritage o...
The front of Littlehampton Museum, Manor House

Littlehampton Museum

Littlehampton Museum is at the heart of the popular sunny se...
Vintage cars down race track at Goodwood Estate

Goodwood Estate

The home of the Duke and Duchess of Richmond and Gordon, the...
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...
Antique urn filled with flowers at Cuckfield's independent shops

Cuckfield’s independent shops

Cuckfield is a beautiful, vibrant Sussex village that boasts...
A woman at a jewellery making workshop

K Lawrie Jewellery workshops

Jewellery designer Katherine Lawrie, offers jewellery making...

Shoreline Gallery

The Shoreline Gallery is situated in Worthing, just a short ...
Chequer Mead Theatre stage

Chequer Mead Theatre

Located in the heart of East Grinstead, Chequer Mead Theatre...

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.

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Food and drink

Heritage and gardens in West Sussex

Heritage and gardens

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Active and Outdoors

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Walking

Nature and wildlife in West Sussex

Nature and wildlife

Spa and wellbeing in West Sussex

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Watersports