After a fabulous weekend spent wining and dining aboard the Bluebell Railway’s Golden Arrow, it feels very much as though we are now hurtling helter-skelter towards winter and the end of the year. I hate to mention the C word but the first Christmas lights are beginning to appear and the Christmas tree in Horsham has been up for some time.
That said, I was out and about last weekend exploring Steyning, our new Town of the Month, on a glorious sunny day. Steyning always manages to surprise me. It’s such a wonderful mix of traditional market town charm, quirky independent shops and a slightly bohemian spirit. There is always something new to discover, and I’ve got plenty to share with you.
I’ve also been continuing my Belloc walks. For those of you following my adventures, you’ll know I’m walking across Sussex from Robertsbridge to Harting, following in the footsteps of Hilaire Belloc. This week, I’ve got details of our first walk. Even if you’re not particularly interested in Belloc or following in his footsteps, this is a standalone stunner of a walk, taking you through some fabulous countryside and a rather special corner of East Sussex.
It may be hard to believe, but the first Sussex Christmas markets are just around the corner, so I’ve put together a roundup of some of the best to help you get those all-important dates in your diary.
Finally, we’ve got the third instalment in our delicious series of chestnut recipes from Sarah Thompson of The Sussex Kitchen. This week, she’s sharing her mouth-watering chestnut risotto and chocolate chestnut cake. Just the thing for these colder days.
Of course, as always, we’ve also got our usual roundup of what’s on in November, along with details of our brand-new Sussex Exclusive Winter Magazine, which was published this week and is packed with seasonal inspiration.
That’s it for now. Keep warm, enjoy the fireworks if you’re heading out to a display (or enjoy a cosy evening in if you’re not), and perhaps I’ll see you out on the trail!
Happy exploring!
Lucy
