Great Tourist Guide To Lewes

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By: Cindy Norgte

Placed in the south coast of England, the historic county of Sussex is split into 2 distinct areas: Eastern and Western. it is freely accessible from England and other countries along an able rail system tying London, Scotland, Wales, and other regions to the nice city. In addition to this, Sussex is also freely approached by air or by coach.

Noted for its prosperous past, Sussex is characterised by its rolling fields and alluring coasts that have been the fields of England's exciting battles. In testament to this heritage, the area offers a variety of castles, manors and other historical areas to visit.

Sussex boasts a rich countryside featuring pristine natural landscape, historic houses, and a number of antiquated structures like ancient churches, castles, and museums. Sussex is known around the world as the base of Virginia Woolf, along with the majestic music from the world-class opera in Glydenbourg. Tourists come to Sussex for its historic sites and National Trust properties namely the Alfriston Clergy House, Bateman's estate, and the castles at Lewes and Herstmonceux. Most of these estates have wide gardens and long drawn vineyards. Sussex also has its share of rolling natural landscape such as the South Downs Way and Monarchs Way.

Sussex is alive with endless things to do for adults and families, varying from enjoyable hikes across the stunning and un-spoilt countryside to sampling the exciting nightlife that Brighton has to offer. There are many first class golf courses including Copthorne and Hill Barn, and many other sporting attractions include the ever-popular Goodwood racing circuit. There are well-known museums such as Brighton Museum and the art gallery at De La Warr pavilion. Brighton is also home to the famous racecourse, or you could sample the delights of the English Wine Centre

Those coming to Sussex expecting delectable food will not be disappointed. There are endless choices of good dining in the county ranging from gourmet menus served in top restaurants to homemade dishes in country pubs.

Sussex offers the best of British cuisine made with organic produce cultivated right in its own backyard. Chefs and farmers put a premium on creating excellent local offerings, and one will be delighted to find the farmer's market full of interesting gastronomic surprises like Selsey prawns, Sussex cheeses, and Romsey Marsh lamb.

Not only is Sussex excellent in food, the county also produces locally aged vintages that compete with French champagne in taste. Trying sparkling wine from Sussex is definitely a must.

Sussex is a mecca for all kinds of entertainment opportunities to enthrall the visitor; Brighton's Theatre Royal and Chichester Festival Theatre are well-established venues to rival the West End. There are huge numbers of very traditional country and town pubs, some of which have been welcoming travellers for centuries. You will also find up market wine bars and bistros, as well as sophisticated nightclubs where you can dance the night away. Live music is very much alive and well at multiple venues across the county from the latest up and coming pop band to high quality classical music and opera events.

Sussex has much to offer visitors from across the country and the continent with easy access and a huge variety of accommodation to suit all tastes. The days can be filled with so many interesting sights and events that any holidaymaker will never be short of things to do and places to go.