Castles, Houses & Museums

Sometimes nothing beats a chance to go back in time, and to discover more about how life was once lived. Thanks to the plethora of castles, stately homes and museums in the region, Surrey and Sussex days out with a healthy dose of heritage are easy to find.

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A stunning image of Hampton Court Palace in Surrey
Castles, Houses & Museums

Hampton Court Palace

One of the most famous buildings in Britain, Hampton Court Palace was the centre of court and political life for over two hundred years. Ori...
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Castles, Houses & Museums

Hatchlands Park (National Trust)

Located close to Guildford and within easy reach of the whole county, Hatchlands Park is a historic country house venue in Surrey that was b...
Art Galleries

Horsham Museum and Art Gallery

A highly regarded facility that's free to enter, Horsham Museum and Art Gallery has been collecting important artefacts and more since the 1...
A superb museum in East Sussex
Castles, Houses & Museums

Hove Museum of Creativity

One of the most pleasing aspects of life in the south-east of England is the prevalence of local museums, and the Hove Museum of Creativity ...
Ideal For...  Everyone
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Castles, Houses & Museums

Michelham Priory House & Gardens

One of the best things about living in the county of East Sussex is that there’s so much history for you to explore, and it’s all right on y...
Castles, Houses & Museums

Museum of Gardening

One of the things we love most about the Sussex and Surrey region is the fact that we can find something to suit all tastes and all interest...
Ideal For...  Everyone
Newhaven Museum in East Sussex
Castles, Houses & Museums

Newhaven Museum

The town of Newhaven has a rich and varied history, much of it focussing on its relationship with the sea, of course. And for those who wish...
Ideal For...  Everyone
Castles, Houses & Museums

Novium Museum

One of the very best free day out venues in West Sussex, the Novium Museum is perfect for visitors of all ages who want to find out more tha...
Castles, Houses & Museums

Nymans (National Trust)

West Sussex is home to a fabulous selection of country houses and glorious gardens, and Nymans surely has to be up there with the best of th...
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Castles, Houses & Museums

Petworth House (National Trust)

One of the most impressive listed buildings in the area, Petworth House is perfect for anyone seeking venues in West Sussex with some added ...