But there are lots of options on a wet day across Sussex – from aquariums to museums, bowling and even a science observatory. If you prefer to stay at home there is lots you can do, bake a cake, do a jigsaw, have a movie marathon, listen to music or build an indoor obstacle course.
Here are just some of our best suggestions of places you can visit and things you can do...
5. Smugglers Adventure Caves, Hastings, East Sussex
Smugglers Adventure Caves is currently closed but due to reopen in February 2023. St Clement’s Caves were formed around 14,000 BC, during the last known Ice Age. Since its creation, these mysterious and spooky caves have had a fascinating role to play in the history of the Hastings area, which you can discover at Smugglers Adventure Caves. Photo: contrib
6. Royal Pavilion & Garden, Brighton, East Sussex
The Royal Pavilion was created by King George IV. You can visit the banqueting room with luxury dining in George IV style, the great kitchen, saloon which has been restored to its brilliant glory, the music room is a place for music, dancing and plenty of dragon, there are royal bedrooms, and Indian hospital gallery.
It will be closed from Tuesday, January 31, until Friday, February 3, re-opening Saturday, February 4. Photo: contrib
7. Charleston Farmhouse, Firles, East Sussex
Visit the house to explore the art and lives of artists Vanessa Bell, Duncan Grant and their contemporaries.
Over the years, Charleston became a gathering point for some of the 20th century’s most radical artists, writers and thinkers known collectively as the Bloomsbury group. It is where they lived out their progressive social and artistic ideals.
Charleston, Firle, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 6L Photo: Peter Cripps
8. The Novium Museum, Chichester, West Sussex
The museum tells the stories of Chichester District and its rich heritage. It holds more than 500,000 artifacts, both on display and in its store. General admission is free, with donations gratefully accepted. Photo: Steve Robards