A guide to the independent businesses of Sussex.

Across neighbourhoods, villages, and the coast, independent businesses and creative communities are shaping a culture rooted in local ownership, craft, and connection.

From wineries and off-grid stays to breweries, market towns, and coastal paths, Sussex is full of spaces built by people who care deeply about where things come from and how they’re shared.

Sussex Stories exists to document and connect this - to pay attention to what is emerging, and the people behind it.

At the heart of the platform is a curated map of destinations to eat, drink, stay, and explore.

Everything featured on Sussex Stories is selected for its character, independence, and contribution to the cultural life of the region.