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The perfect preamble to an afternoon in a great pub is a great walk. And being surrounded in the beauty of the South Downs National Park, there’s no better location for this great combination than our corner of Sussex. Whether you’re looking for welcoming pubs and scenic walks in the South Downs or…
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As the summer sun fades and vibrant hues paint the landscape, West Sussex transforms into a wonderland of autumnal charm. This captivating area offers a delightful blend of natural beauty, rich history, and seasonal celebrations, making it the perfect destination for an unforgettable autumn escape…
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Our sunny corner of Sussex boasts some outstanding gardens, from formal gardens fit for a queen to wild and wonderful spaces where wildlife thrives. We have begun our tour in the grand grounds of Arundel Castle, finishing in historic Chichester with a true hidden gem. Garden lovers will be spoilt…
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National Garden Scheme : stunning snowdrops & spring flowers Each year the National Garden Scheme starts the garden visiting season with its inspirational Snowdrop and Spring Flower gardens. Hundreds of gardens sprinkled with snowdrops – these delightful harbingers of spring – and wonderful, colour…
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Out-of-this-World Stargazing Spots in Chichester and West Sussex There are only 19 International Dark Sky Reserves in the world and the South Downs National Park is one of them. With miles of pristine rolling hills, a collection of Dark Sky Discovery Sites, its own planetarium and an annual Dark…
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The 5 mile/8km Halnaker Windmill Trail takes in a picturesque tree tunnel or hollow way formed over thousands of years of footfall. The path, Mill Lane, follows the old Roman road between London and Chichester and eventually opens up onto Halnaker Hill. At the top, your climb is rewarded with the…
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Chichester Harbour becomes a National Landscape Alongside all other designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs) in England and Wales, Chichester Harbour is now a National Landscape. The change of name The change of name is designed to reflect the national importance of these locations and…
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The South Downs National Park has more woodland than any other National Park in England and Wales. In fact, 23% of the park is covered by trees, half of which have been here for over 400 years. Explore the very best of our neck of the woods(!) on our self-guided tree trail, starting in our historic…
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Top 5 winter wildlife Wetlands are a haven for birds in winter. Rich, alluvial mud is packed full of protein, including crustaceans and molluscs, and saltmarsh plants thrive in the shallow waters attracting an array of wildfowl and waders. As well as food, inlets and estuaries provide shelter during…
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Discover a West Sussex Wildlife winter wonderland Dark moody skies and a chill breeze can be enough to prevent some from venturing outdoors in the bleakest of the seasons, but there are some wonderful sights and sounds to be experienced for those that do. Drifting across the saltmarsh is a…
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