Outdoor Activities

In a boat, on a board, with a rod....in the water.

Fancy a trip out to sea in a kayak, maybe sailing or windsurfing at one of our area's watersport centres?  From the tranquil waters of the rivers Cuckmere, Adur and Ouse to the coast at Pevensey Bay, Seaford and Birling Gap and inland reservoirs at Bewl, Ardingly and Weirwood, there's a variety of water and activity centres to suit all levels of ability. Of course, we have many leisure centres throughout Enjoy Sussex, some with fantastic flumes and wave machines, others with unique atmospheres such as The Pells in Lewes, but all with great value for money activities available for all the family!

Fishing is still as popular as ever and you'll find the Enjoy Sussex area hard to beat! With long beaches to cast a line off, well-stocked inland fisheries such as at Arlington Reservoir and fishing boat hire at Newhaven Harbour you're sure to catch a treat.

In a plane, on a thermal, suspended under a hang glider....in the air.

The skies over Enjoy Sussex offer breathtaking views, excitement and the chance to test your skills. How about riding thermals in a glider, a romantic hot air balloon flight over the South Downs (with possibly a glass of chilled Sussex sparkling wine!) or a hair-raising trip in paraglider. All these, and more are possible in Enjoy Sussex.

On two feet, on two wheels or saddled up on four legs....on the ground.

We pride ourselves in the fantastic walking and cycling and riding opportunities we have to offer throughout Enjoy Sussex. We have the South Downs National Park , the centrepiece being the 100-mile long South Downs Way National Trail , much of which runs straight through Enjoy Sussex. With un-paralleled views and wonderful accommodation along the way, why not make a week of it!

For cyclists, Enjoy Sussex has it all. From well-maintained national cycle paths suitable for all the family to challenging off-road courses for the more adventurous; you can really get the most out of your bike, legs and heart. Much of the accommodation in our area caters well for cyclists and walkers, with secure storage for bikes and hearty breakfasts to keep those energy levels high.

Of course for riders who use four legs instead of two wheels to get around, Enjoy Sussex offers some of the best bridleways, overnight stabling and accommodation anywhere in England. Here's a couple of examples; perhaps the best known long distance route open to horse riders is the South Downs Way National Trail, which stretches from Eastbourne to Winchester, or, how about the High Weald Route, a 75-mile long path between Copsdale in West Sussex, across the north of East Sussex and then south to join the South Downs Way at Wilmington. The Forest Link is a 36-mile route running north-south. So, with these and many other bridleways available, grab your tack, hat and horse (or even hire a llama!) and head over to Enjoy Sussex.

A well-practised swing, a great approach shot and an assured putt.....

For the golfers amongst you we can offer a range of challenging courses with competitive green fees and a warm Sussex welcome. Enjoy Sussex is proud to have the East Sussex National (which hosted the Disabled British Open 2011) in the heart of our region, alongside a range of other courses to suit all golfing abilities.

Something a little different......more outdoor activities in Enjoy Sussex.

How about getting ready for the winter with a trip to one of our dry ski slopes, such as Knockhatch's Ski and Snowboard Centre , or, why not book up a day of trail blazing with So Sussex ? Whatever the activity you want to try, we're sure you can find it in Enjoy Sussex.