South Downs Heritage Centre

Mid Sussex

Type:Heritage / Visitor Centre

Brighton Road, Hassocks, West Sussex, BN6 9LY

Tel: 01273 847707

Exterior of South Downs Heritage Centre, West Sussex

About

A unique visitor attraction in a stunning oak-framed barn. Independent British artists, designers and makers regularly showcase their work to the public.

A local Sussex butcher and the renowned World Cheese Awards judge and cheesemonger, Paul Heasman, join many other artisan food producers in the Sussex Food Hall.

Book one of many art and craft courses or join us at one of our events. Visit The Museum of Gardening in association with The Budding Foundation or relax at The Barn Restaurant and Coffee Shop which serves delicious meals, snacks and teas. We are a growing community of over 60 artists, makers, foodies, educators, gardening history enthusiasts and volunteers. We are passionate about what we do and we want to share this with you. FREE ADMISSION.

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AdultFree

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Awards

  • Regional and Miscellaneous -Tourism South East Member 2020 Tourism South East Member 2020 2020

Opening Times

2023 (1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2023)
DayTimes
Monday - Saturday09:00 - 17:30*
Sunday10:30 - 16:30*

* Coffee Shop Opening times (April – August) 9:30am - 5:30pm Mon – Sat, 10:00am - 5:00pm Sunday
(September – March) 9:30am - 5:00pm Mon-Sat, 10:00am -5:00pm Sunday

Dates and times marked with a '*' are provisional and may be subject to change

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