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Sussex is known for its strong tradition of bonfire celebrations and its proud musical heritage. Sussex in the first half of the 20th century was a major centre for modernism, and saw many radical artists and writers move to its seaside towns and countryside.
May 15, 2024 · Sussex, historic county of southeastern England, covering a coastal area along the English Channel south of London. For administrative purposes, Sussex is divided into the administrative counties of East Sussex and West Sussex and the unitary authority of Brighton and Hove.
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Sep 11, 2020 · News. By. Ian Molyneaux Trainee Reporter. Cuckmere Haven beach near Seaford, East Sussex (Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) Sussex is a wonderful, beautiful county for so many reasons. It has a proud and colourful history, as we all well know, which dates back hundreds of thousands of years.
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Article History. Date: 447 - c. 850. Major Events: Heptarchy. Key People: Sir Frederick Ashton. Aelle. Related Places: England. Sussex, (from Old English Suð Seaxe, South Saxons), one of the kingdoms of Anglo-Saxon England.
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With 140 miles of coastline and acres of countryside, there are thousands of things to do in a visit to Sussex, whether you're a thrill-seeker, a shopaholic, a nature lover or a foodie - and since you're never more than an hour from London, the capital's delights can play a part in your stay here.
The culture of Sussex refers to the pattern of human activity and symbolism associated with Sussex and its people. It is informed by Sussex's history as an Anglo-Saxon kingdom, English county, diocese of the church and present-day cultural region.
Sussex ( /ˈsʌsɪks/; from the Old English Sūþsēaxe; lit. ' South Saxons ') is an area within South East England which was historically a kingdom and, later, a county. It includes the ceremonial counties of East Sussex and West Sussex.