Lifestyle

East Sussex offers a superb quality of life combining the excitement of a rich and diverse cultural heritage with a relaxing idyll. After a challenging day’s work, the peace of the countryside or the buzz of a town café is never far away.

The area offers many pleasures for the discerning. Opera lovers will delight in summer evenings spent at Glyndebourne, one of the world’s greatest opera houses, whilst food connoisseurs can dine in fine restaurants featuring the best of local produce, complemented by a chilled glass of wine from a nearby vineyard.

Those seeking more active pursuits may try offshore sailing, perhaps from the Sovereign Harbour Marina in Eastbourne, the largest composite marina in the UK with 600 permanent berth holders and some 3,000 visiting yachts each year.

East Sussex is also home to numerous golf courses, including the Old Course at Rye, which is deemed to be one of the most eye-catching and challenging links courses in the country. The county is also home to the acclaimed East Sussex National course, which many believe brings a touch of Augusta to the Sussex Downs.

Other adventurous outdoor types will find mile upon mile of walking and cycling trails including the famous South Downs. Many of these conveniently pass by country inns, where refreshments are taken and weary legs rested.

Home is a pleasure too, as there is a wealth of quality housing in town or country settings. From country cottages and family townhouses through to waterfront penthouse apartments, there is something for everyone. Families have a wide choice of schools and educational establishments including state schools, private colleges and renowned Universities. Working parents take also take advantage of a large number of registered pre-school playgroups and nursery facilities.

Living in East Sussex will appeal to even the most discerning of company directors and their families!

LATEST! HALIFAX BANK’S SEASIDE TOWN QUALITY OF LIFE REVIEW 2010 – finds that Residents of Bexhill-on-Sea in East Sussex have the highest quality of life among Britain's seaside towns – see News section.