SUSSEX is set to see silverware sooner than expected as the FA Cup trophy comes to the county.

After Albion’s dramatic late victory against Millwall in the cup competition, the club now face Manchester City in a challenging semi final clash.

But, football fans can get a sneak preview of the trophy itself when it comes to The Picture House Cinema and Restaurant in Uckfield on Sunday.

Visitors can have their photograph taken with the cup in exchange for a donation to Brighton and Hove Albion’s official charity, Albion in the Community (AITC).

The venue will be hosting a day of activities from 10am to 4pm and the restaurant will also be offering the charity a share of its sales of burgers and pizzas.

Brighton and Hove Albion mascot Gully will be making an appearance and visitors can enter a competition to win a football signed by the current Albion team.

Money raised from the event will help fund AITC’s work. The charity, which last year worked with more than 46,000 people, uses football to create accessible opportunities which improve the health and wellbeing, education and aspirations of the local community.

The Picture House Cinema and Restaurant in Uckfield was given the chance to host a visit from the FA Cup after winning a charity auction. Kevin Marwick, who owns the cinema, is a season ticket holder at the American Express Community Stadium and was determined to use the occasion as an opportunity to raise money for AITC.

He said: “We are very excited to have the FA Cup coming to The Picture House, especially as Brighton and Hove Albion are now in the semi-final.

“It will be a great family day and a chance to raise some money for a fantastic charity at the same time.”