About Tourism Sussex
Your official guide to one of England’s most vibrant and diverse counties.
About Tourism Sussex
Tourism Sussex is the county’s independent guide and convening platform for everything to visit, study, stay, do business, and invest across East and West Sussex. We connect visitors with unforgettable places, and we connect local organisations with the insight, partnerships, and promotion they need to thrive.
From Brighton’s energy to the quiet lanes of the High Weald, from Goodwood’s glamour to Lewes’ bonfire traditions, we champion the full Sussex story — coast, Downs, towns, and villages — in one trusted place.
Our Mission
To inspire people to discover Sussex, support the organisations that welcome them, and safeguard the landscapes and heritage that make this county unique.
Our Values (The Tourism Alliance in Sussex)
Tourism Sussex reflects the Tourism Alliance’s core values, tailored to the Sussex visitor economy:
Advocacy — A coordinated, influential voice for tourism across East and West Sussex in regional and national policy.
Collaboration — We connect local DMOs, attractions, hospitality, education, culture, and transport with wider UK networks.
Quality & Standards — We promote excellence in service and experience to enhance Sussex’s reputation.
Sustainability — We back responsible, low-impact travel that protects our coastline, countryside, and cultural assets.
Economic Contribution — We champion tourism as a driver of good jobs, skills, and investment across towns, cities, and rural communities.
What We Do
Inspire & Inform
A county-wide guide to places, events, and itineraries, with deep coverage of towns and villages, from Brighton and Chichester to Rye, Arundel, and Petworth.
Unify & Represent
We coordinate Sussex’s tourism voice via the Tourism Alliance, shaping policy on transport, skills, regulation, and infrastructure that affect visitors and businesses.
Promote & Profile
Always-on editorial (Sussex Stories), seasonal campaigns, and an events calendar that showcases the county year-round.
Support & Share Intelligence
Member briefings, best-practice resources, and trend insights to help businesses adapt and grow.
Connect & Convene
Networking, working groups, and speaker opportunities that bring together attractions, venues, education, local government, and investors.
Why Sussex, Why Now
140+ miles of coastline, the South Downs National Park, world-class arts (Glyndebourne, Brighton Festival), and globally connected gateways (Gatwick, Newhaven).
A dynamic economy spanning aviation & logistics, digital & creative, hospitality & tourism, green technologies, and viticulture.
A distinctive year-round events calendar — from Goodwood to Lewes Bonfire — sustaining demand beyond peak season.
Membership: Join the Sussex Tourism Alliance Network
Who it’s for: attractions, hotels, restaurants, venues, universities and colleges, language schools, event organisers, producers and makers, councils, BID/LEP partners, and tourism-adjacent services.
Member Benefits
Policy Influence — Your needs represented where decisions are made.
Weekly Intelligence — Concise policy briefings, market trends, and funding updates tailored to Sussex.
Networking & Events — Access to working groups, member meetups, and opportunities to host Alliance speakers.
Visibility & Promotion — Priority inclusion across Tourism Sussex content, campaigns, and the member directory.
Practical Support — Guidance on regulation changes, accessibility, sustainability, and skills.
Interested? Become a member to connect with peers, amplify your reach, and help shape Sussex’s visitor future.
Our Sustainability Pledge
Protect Places: champion low-impact travel, public transport, and trail etiquette across the Downs and coastline.
Support Local: highlight Sussex produce, vineyards, makers, and independent businesses.
Improve Access: signpost accessible venues and routes; promote inclusive design and information.
Measure Impact: share data and best practice that help members cut emissions and waste.
Study, Business, and Investment
Tourism Sussex showcases the full life of the county:
Study in Sussex — Guides to the University of Sussex, University of Brighton, and University of Chichester; language schools; student life; scholarships and support.
Business in Sussex — Sector snapshots (Gatwick Diamond; Brighton’s digital cluster; Chichester & Coastal West Sussex), chambers, accelerators, and conference/corporate tourism.
Invest in Sussex — Strategic location, skills base, and growth sectors including green tech and English sparkling wine; property and development opportunities; partner support and incentives.
How We Work
Editorial First — Clear, practical, SEO-smart content that reflects local expertise.
County-Wide Coverage — From flagship cities to hidden-gem villages, each profile includes attractions, culture, food & drink, places to stay, and “Why Visit”.
Data-Led & Seasonal — A 12-month editorial and events calendar keeps the site fresh, relevant, and useful every week of the year.
Partnership-Powered — We elevate local campaigns and co-create itineraries with destinations, venues, and educators.
Impact We Aim For
Stronger Year-Round Demand through balanced promotion of coast, countryside, culture, and study/business travel.
Higher Visitor Satisfaction via clear planning tools and quality benchmarks.
Greater Local Spend that benefits independent businesses and producers.
Skills & Careers pathways through industry links with schools, colleges, and universities.
Governance & Transparency
Tourism Sussex operates with a partnership mindset, aligning with the Tourism Alliance to ensure Sussex has a coordinated, evidence-based voice. We publish clear contact routes, participation guidelines for members, and simple submission processes for events and updates.
Work With Us
Partnerships & Campaigns — Co-branded features, themed trails (e.g., vineyards, heritage coast, Downs adventures), and seasonal pushes.
Member Directory & Profiles — Raise your profile across our Explore, Things to Do, Stay, Study, and Events sections.
Submit Your Event — Add festivals, exhibitions, markets, and community days to our searchable calendar.
Media & Trade — Press kits, imagery guidance, and familiarisation support on request.
Contact
Partnerships & Membership: team@tourismsussex.example
Press & Media: press@tourismsussex.example
General Enquiries: hello@tourismsussex.example
Tourism Sussex is the county’s independent guide and convening platform for everything to visit, study, stay, do business, and invest across East and West Sussex. We connect visitors with unforgettable places, and we connect local organisations with the insight, partnerships, and promotion they need to thrive.
From Brighton’s energy to the quiet lanes of the High Weald, from Goodwood’s glamour to Lewes’ bonfire traditions, we champion the full Sussex story — coast, Downs, towns, and villages — in one trusted place.
Our Mission
To inspire people to discover Sussex, support the organisations that welcome them, and safeguard the landscapes and heritage that make this county unique.
Our Values (The Tourism Alliance in Sussex)
Tourism Sussex reflects the Tourism Alliance’s core values, tailored to the Sussex visitor economy:
Advocacy — A coordinated, influential voice for tourism across East and West Sussex in regional and national policy.
Collaboration — We connect local DMOs, attractions, hospitality, education, culture, and transport with wider UK networks.
Quality & Standards — We promote excellence in service and experience to enhance Sussex’s reputation.
Sustainability — We back responsible, low-impact travel that protects our coastline, countryside, and cultural assets.
Economic Contribution — We champion tourism as a driver of good jobs, skills, and investment across towns, cities, and rural communities.
What We Do
Inspire & Inform
A county-wide guide to places, events, and itineraries, with deep coverage of towns and villages, from Brighton and Chichester to Rye, Arundel, and Petworth.
Unify & Represent
We coordinate Sussex’s tourism voice via the Tourism Alliance, shaping policy on transport, skills, regulation, and infrastructure that affect visitors and businesses.
Promote & Profile
Always-on editorial (Sussex Stories), seasonal campaigns, and an events calendar that showcases the county year-round.
Support & Share Intelligence
Member briefings, best-practice resources, and trend insights to help businesses adapt and grow.
Connect & Convene
Networking, working groups, and speaker opportunities that bring together attractions, venues, education, local government, and investors.
Why Sussex, Why Now
140+ miles of coastline, the South Downs National Park, world-class arts (Glyndebourne, Brighton Festival), and globally connected gateways (Gatwick, Newhaven).
A dynamic economy spanning aviation & logistics, digital & creative, hospitality & tourism, green technologies, and viticulture.
A distinctive year-round events calendar — from Goodwood to Lewes Bonfire — sustaining demand beyond peak season.
Membership: Join the Sussex Tourism Alliance Network
Who it’s for: attractions, hotels, restaurants, venues, universities and colleges, language schools, event organisers, producers and makers, councils, BID/LEP partners, and tourism-adjacent services.
Member Benefits
Policy Influence — Your needs represented where decisions are made.
Weekly Intelligence — Concise policy briefings, market trends, and funding updates tailored to Sussex.
Networking & Events — Access to working groups, member meetups, and opportunities to host Alliance speakers.
Visibility & Promotion — Priority inclusion across Tourism Sussex content, campaigns, and the member directory.
Practical Support — Guidance on regulation changes, accessibility, sustainability, and skills.
Interested? Become a member to connect with peers, amplify your reach, and help shape Sussex’s visitor future.
Our Sustainability Pledge
Protect Places: champion low-impact travel, public transport, and trail etiquette across the Downs and coastline.
Support Local: highlight Sussex produce, vineyards, makers, and independent businesses.
Improve Access: signpost accessible venues and routes; promote inclusive design and information.
Measure Impact: share data and best practice that help members cut emissions and waste.
Study, Business, and Investment
Tourism Sussex showcases the full life of the county:
Study in Sussex — Guides to the University of Sussex, University of Brighton, and University of Chichester; language schools; student life; scholarships and support.
Business in Sussex — Sector snapshots (Gatwick Diamond; Brighton’s digital cluster; Chichester & Coastal West Sussex), chambers, accelerators, and conference/corporate tourism.
Invest in Sussex — Strategic location, skills base, and growth sectors including green tech and English sparkling wine; property and development opportunities; partner support and incentives.
How We Work
Editorial First — Clear, practical, SEO-smart content that reflects local expertise.
County-Wide Coverage — From flagship cities to hidden-gem villages, each profile includes attractions, culture, food & drink, places to stay, and “Why Visit”.
Data-Led & Seasonal — A 12-month editorial and events calendar keeps the site fresh, relevant, and useful every week of the year.
Partnership-Powered — We elevate local campaigns and co-create itineraries with destinations, venues, and educators.
Impact We Aim For
Stronger Year-Round Demand through balanced promotion of coast, countryside, culture, and study/business travel.
Higher Visitor Satisfaction via clear planning tools and quality benchmarks.
Greater Local Spend that benefits independent businesses and producers.
Skills & Careers pathways through industry links with schools, colleges, and universities.
Governance & Transparency
Tourism Sussex operates with a partnership mindset, aligning with the Tourism Alliance to ensure Sussex has a coordinated, evidence-based voice. We publish clear contact routes, participation guidelines for members, and simple submission processes for events and updates.
Work With Us
Partnerships & Campaigns — Co-branded features, themed trails (e.g., vineyards, heritage coast, Downs adventures), and seasonal pushes.
Member Directory & Profiles — Raise your profile across our Explore, Things to Do, Stay, Study, and Events sections.
Submit Your Event — Add festivals, exhibitions, markets, and community days to our searchable calendar.
Media & Trade — Press kits, imagery guidance, and familiarisation support on request.
Contact
Partnerships & Membership: team@tourismsussex.example
Press & Media: press@tourismsussex.example
General Enquiries: hello@tourismsussex.example