Start the day with a relaxed drive out of Brighton, offering a gentle introduction to the city as you head toward the countryside. Pass colourful residential streets, independent shops, and creative neighbourhoods, including Trafalgar Street, known for its boutiques and artistic feel, as well as St Bartholomew’s Church, Brighton’s tallest church and a striking city landmark.

Visit a traditional Sussex farm that has been family-run for generations. Middle Farm is well known for its local produce, farm shop, and tea rooms, and is home to the National Collection of Cider and Perry housed in historic flint-stone barns. Guests have free time to browse, enjoy refreshments, or explore the farm setting.

Stop at the viewpoint to see the iconic Long Man of Wilmington, a large chalk hill figure carved into the South Downs. Best viewed from a distance, this ancient landmark is one of the most recognisable features of the Sussex landscape and offers excellent photo opportunities.

Enjoy free time in the historic village of Alfriston, one of Sussex’s most picturesque settlements. Wander medieval streets lined with flint cottages and timber-framed buildings, visit independent shops, or relax in a traditional pub or tearoom. The village sits beside the River Cuckmere and is home to the Alfriston Clergy House, the first property acquired by the National Trust.

Stop near Belle Tout Lighthouse to enjoy panoramic coastal views across Beachy Head and along the coastline toward the Seven Sisters. This clifftop location offers some of the most dramatic scenery of the day and is a popular spot for photos.

Explore the breathtaking landscape of Seven Sisters Country Park, known for its chalk cliffs, open downland, and river valley. Guests have time to walk along designated paths, enjoy views of the cliffs, or head toward the beach for a classic perspective of the coastline

Enjoy a relaxed drive past Brighton Pier, one of the city’s most famous seaside landmarks, as part of the return journey.

Drive past the Royal Pavilion, Brighton’s most distinctive landmark and former royal residence. Built as a seaside retreat for King George IV, the Pavilion is famous for its striking Indo-Saracenic exterior and opulent interiors inspired by Chinese design, making it one of the most unusual and recognisable buildings in the UK.