Dolphins spotted off Newhaven as Sussex Boat Trips gain popularity this summer Passengers aboard a recent Sussex Boat Trips tour were treated to a spectacular sight — a pod of dolphins swimming alongside the boat just south of Newhaven. The local boat tour company, based in Newhaven, East Sussex, offers a variety of scenic coastal trips, including sailings to the Rampion Offshore Wind Farm, the striking Beachy Head Lighthouse, and the dramatic Seven Sisters cliffs. All experiences can be booked

Keep the kids entertained and topped up with treats for free in the school holidays with a range of activities all over the county. From sports sessions and circus skills to art classes and coding clubs – we’ve got you covered this Christmas. Sessions are free for 5-16 year olds who receive benefits-related free school meals. Funded by the DfE. | East Sussex County Council | Facebook

September in East Sussex brought a mix of coastal drama and quiet mornings on the Downs. From stormy seas to golden sunrises, this short film captures the best moments of the month — all within Sussex landscapes I keep returning to with the camera. From the cliffs above, Beachy Head Lighthouse stands as an icon against the waves. Nearby, the view of Belle Tout headland shows one of the coast’s most striking landmarks. Looking back from Birling Gap, the Seven Sisters roll away in chalk-white perf