Experience Sussex, the official visitor economy development programme for East and West Sussex, has released research that reveals the significant value of tourism for businesses in the region.
The Economic Impact of Tourism in East and West Sussex report shows that in 2024:
- 50.6 million trips by visitors generated more than £4.06 billion for the local economy in East and West Sussex*
- The numbers of overseas visitors staying in East and West Sussex increased by 21% (based on the 2023 report)*
- Overnight visitors contribute more per person to the visitor economy than day trippers*
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- 5.4 million overnight stays contributed £1,384 million
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- 45.1 million daytrips contributed £1,599 million
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- 911,000 overseas staying visitors contributed £356.5 million
(*Not including Brighton & Hove)
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