West Sussex is a ceremonial county on the south coast of England, bordered by East Sussex, Surrey, Hampshire, and the English Channel. It encompasses a varied landscape including the South Downs National Park, the historic cathedral city of Chichester, and a string of coastal resorts including Bognor Regis, Worthing, and Littlehampton. The county is known for its high quality of life, strong agricultural heritage, and proximity to both London and the coast.