Sussex by the Sea

As the autumn leaves fall from the trees, Sussex by the Sea has a lot seasonal activities going on for all the family.  Take a trip to one of our three vibrant towns: Arundel, Bognor Regis and Littlehampton, all surrounded by beautiful Sussex countryside.

Arundel & surrounding areas

From autumn through to winter, Arundel has plenty of things to entertain. Enjoy some tricks and treats over Halloween at the Arundel Wetland Centre and see the scary side of wildlife with their hair raising, lantern lit trip, around the nature reserve.

In the town centre you can hear ghostly tales of the towns past at the Arundel Ghost Experience, or take an audio tour through the town’s Georgian and Victorian streets and lanes.

A short trip from Arundel is the Amberley Working Museum where children and adults alike can take a ride on the Amberley Ghost train or a trip to the mad professor’s laboratory for more spooky themed fun.

The nearby downland village of Slindon attracts visitors from far and wide for the Pumpkin display set up by a local family that have been growing pumpkins, and squashes for more than 40 years.  Running until Hallowe’en, children delight in seeing the the array of pumpkin varieties and take their time to choose one to take home. 

In the run up to Christmas, take the whole family into Arundel for the annual ‘Arundel by Candlelight’ festive event; catch sight of Father Christmas or enjoy watching the nativity play in the historic town while mums and dads also get a chance to do a bit of Christmas shopping complete with mince pies and mulled wine.

If you want to stretch your legs a little further, explore the surrounding countryside on a crisp and clear morning.   Wrap up in your winter woollies to glance the South Downs with a sprinkling of light frost on many of the signposted walks in the area.

Round off your walk with a home cooked family meal in one of our rural village pubs or restaurants.

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Bognor Regis

For all round family fun, Butlins has something for everyone throughout the year.

Autumn and winter events include fancy dress balls for all the family, visits from Bob the Builder or fantastic performances from your favourite TV talent show contestants.

There is plenty to do indoors from fencing and archery to swimming in the Splash Waterworld, with something to keep the young ones entertained whatever the weather. Visit for the day or a short break. Please check with the resort for opening times over winter. 

If you visit over the festive season, join in the carol singing around the illuminated Bandstand in Hotham Park. The evening carol concert puts everyone in the festive spirit.

Enjoy a family day out to see the magical tale of Peter Pan in true pantomime style at the Alexandra Theatre in January. Join Captain Hook and Tinkerbell in one of the most favourite children’s tales.

Find out more about Bognor Regis here

Littlehampton

Littlehampton sets the sky ablaze, with its annual firework and bonfire event on the last Saturday of October.  Come and see the torch light procession and mammoth bonfire followed by a seafront firework display and funfair.

Harbour Park on the Littlehampton Sea front offers a warm break from the chilly sea air with warm refreshments in their café and a chance to play on the very latest video games and prize winning amusements in their state-of-the-art amusement arcade.

Head for the Look & Sea! Visitor Centre with their delightful café overlooking the river and interactive maritime exhibition displays and games for the children. See wonderful winter panorama views from the centre’s glass tower across the River Arun, out to sea and inland towards Arundel.

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