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I'm Debbie, editor of Muddy Sussex, here to bring you the quirky, cool and downright unmissable in the area.

Gotta Have It

Our curated A-Z of the grooviest local businesses

Gift guide: for herAunts, mums, grandmas, sisters and your girl posse all covered for Crimbo, plus some spot-on suggestions for gifts to self. Ho ho ho.
Wanna know a secret?Of course you do! Because you can snap up brilliant gifts for family, friends and self in the Alexander Hotel Group's secret sale. We're talking sumptuous stays, gourmet dining and luxury spa days. You can thank us later!
Sussex Christmas shows 2019It's panto season (oh yes it is...) and there are plenty of other festive options besides with ballet, musicals, circus, drag and more
Ice, ice baby!Get set to glide with Muddy's round up of 2019 seasonal rinks in and near Sussex
20 Xmas wreath workshopsNowadays there are more Xmas wreath workshops than you can shake a leafy stick at. Here are some of the choices across Sussex

Fri 29 Nov - Sun 1 Dec

Thurs 5 - Fri 13 Dec 2019

Dec 2019

The latest handpicked businesses we think you’ll love

Gastro Heaven!

30 of the best cookery courses across the Muddy counties to tantalise your tastebuds, and impress even the fussiest dinner guest.
- Igloo dining pods come to Brighton!
  
  Cosy up for winter wonderland dates and parties in Coppa Club's trio of pop-up pods in The Lanes.
- Cool coastal seafood
  
  Family-run restaurant Crabshack near Worthing Pier is a great spot summer or winter, serving up quality seafood on a wooden deck or in a cosy cabin-like interior.
- Great Sussex Roasts
  
  From their own organic farms to cosy surrounds or special menus, these pubs and restaurants stand out for a Sunday roast
- Coppa Club, Brighton
  
  Large and loungey, Coppa Club has landed in Brighton. Make a dinner date or linger in an armchair over a coffee, cocktail or light bites

Our honest reviews of the UK’s best schools

Making plans? Find your perfect Pub, Inn, Hotel, Café, Restaurant or Bar across the Muddy counties.

The 37 coolest party palaces

Got a big birthday celebration looming? Or fancy a weekend away with your squad? We’ve sniffed out the 37 dreamiest party palaces across the land, available for exclusive hire. Grab your gang and let’s go!
- Muddy reviews: Fowey Hall, Cornwall
  
  Muddy's Kerry Potter headed to this stunning Cornish corker (and inspo for Toad Hall in The Wind In The Willows) for a weekender with her brood. Here's the brand new Muddy verdict.
- Hidden gem – Denmans Garden
  
  Looking for top tea and cake or garden inspo? You'll find both at this boutique oasis at Fontwell

How to do sofa chic

Never mind all the parties, the thing we’re most looking forward to this Christmas is hunkering down at home. Here’s what we’ll be wearing – just accessorize with a book and mince pie.
- Shake up your style
  
  Throw out the rule book, become a fashion rebel and ring the changes this festive season - voilà, our top style tips for rebooting your wardrobe.
- Party like you mean it
  
  Harvey Nichols has come up trumps this season so here's my wishlist to whet your whistle. Plus win £500 worth of party clobber!

Sussex Christmas shows 2019

It’s panto season (oh yes it is…) and there are plenty of other festive options besides with ballet, musicals, circus, drag and more
- Peter Pan Goes Wrong
  
  The guys behind the celebrated The Play That Goes Wrong are back with this disaster-filled seasonal comedy
- 10 dreamy coffee table books
  
  Clear space on your coffee table! Muddy's books editor Kerry Potter has 10 sexy, shiny visual feasts for your delectation.
- New Sussex mini plays
  
  Catch prize winning new writing in one touring show
- Immersive woodland folk music
  
  Catch this folk gig with a difference both about and set in woodland

Making work work for you

Back at your desk after summer fun and not really feeling it? We hear you. Here’s some food for thought from the autumn’s hottest self-help book by ex Elle journalist turned author Lotte Jeffs.
Kids
- Early years tips
  
  Those halcyon first years at school are also a crucial learning time. So, how best can you...
- Ice, ice baby!
  
  Get set to glide with Muddy's round up of 2019 seasonal rinks in and near Sussex

Q&A with Gruffalo author Julia Donaldson

The Sussex resident, starring in a show for half term, talks books, performing, fave local attractions and buying a post office
- All About Gok
  
  The fashion guru hits the decks at Lingfield Park Racecourse later this month, as well as presenting a Best Dressed award. Here's 10 things you may not have known about Gok...
- Muddy Meets Shappi
  
  Shappi Khorsandi on her Skittish Warrior tour, how NOT to be funny and why you should do things that scare you (hell yeah!)
- The Guilty Feminist hits Brighton
  
  Love the podcast? Good news - its creator is coming to Sussex. We grabbed talented comedian Deborah Francis-White for a chinwag.
- Celebrating celebrants
  
  Just what does a celebrant do? Muddy spoke to a Sussex ceremony star all about the special occasions she's helped create