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Sussex

Sussex Is a tapestry of varied moods, from the lapping waves of the English Channel, along the hump-backed ridge of the South Downs and across miles of patchwork quilt fields.

Discovering East Sussex

This is a personal journey by Robert Armstrong of his home county. 'History has left Sussex with a rich legacy, for Sussex history is often the history of the whole nation - events played out here, changed England forever.'

Running Time 50 minutes

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Discovering West Sussex

Author and broadcaster, David Arscott, reveals his deep love for the county - its history, people and many a curiosity that the casual visitor often misses.

Running Time 50 minutes

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Discovering the South Downs

This range of hills stretch 100 miles through two counties, linking Beachy Head in Sussex with Winchester in Hampshire, England's ancient capital. Along the way, the video visits the numerous towns, villages and hamlets.

Running Time 57 minutes

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Discovering Eastbourne

It was the 7th Duke of Devonshire who in 1850, transformed an area of rolling pastureland into an elegant seaside resort. Whilst it's a modern town it has roots that go back to prehistoric times. This is where the Romans are believed to have built their city of Anderida, certainly it was the site of a Roman palace occupied by the Count of the Saxon Shore, there was also a harbour and at nearby Pevensey, the remains of a great Roman fort.

Running Time 56 minutes

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Discovering Brighton

Author and broadcaster, David Arscott, takes the viewer on an excursion of ancient history, bye-ways and buildings made famous by time and people. It's the Brighton of king and commoner alike, the Royal Pavilion, the Palace Pier, the home of the inventor of cinematography in Middle Street and where Bing Crosby gave his last public performance. Sport is covered, so are Brighton's museums and there's many a story about some of Brighton's more unusual residents.

Running Time 54 minutes

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Eastbourne Now

Eastbourne Now reveals the true Eastbourne by going behind the scenery to see some of the activities that keep the town at the forefront of resorts. Glimpse the town's past - and history in the making. See the new harbour develop from shingle beach to internationally renowned maritime centre. Witness the cliff-edge rescue of Beachy Head's historic Belle Tout lighthouse. Travel on one of the smallest railways in the county. Peep into the secret world of Freemasonry. See the decision-makers at work at a full Council meeting. Go behind the scenes in Eastbourne's oldest cinema, parade with the Salvation Army, search out local history at a Napoleonic fort. All this and much more.

Running Time 56 minutes

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Discovering the Sussex Coast

The Sussex shingle beaches, chalk cliffs, river estuaries and marshland are all part of a wider tapestry of English history from the Roman invasion in AD43 to Britain's front line in the Second World War.

This is the Sussex coast in all its beauty. On the way we pass old Winchelsea once devoured by the sea, Hastings of Cinque Port fame, Eastbourne lying in the fold in the South Downs and on to Newhaven's busy port and Brighton - a veritable London be the sea. Westward to Shoreham, Littlehampton and Bognor Regis.

Running Time 54 minutes

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Discovering Rye

Rye with its cobbled streets and timbered buildings is one of the most beautiful towns in England. It stands on the very edge of Romney Marsh, an island raised above the surrounding countryside. For many centuries it was a busy port, until gradually the sea receded leaving the town connected only by a river to the English Channel. As a Cinque Port, one of a number given a Royal Charter in the 11th century, its men and ships tirelessly defended the realm, but these same ships were often used for more notorious pursuits, piracy and smuggling.

Running Time 50 minutes

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