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To help you discover more about our beautiful corner of Sussex, bookmark The Great Sussex Way's news and blogs page. You'll find a selection of behind the scenes stories and interviews, special offers and our guides to the best places for walking and cycling, places to entertain the family or teenagers, and even great places to sample sensational Sussex wine.

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Top Ten things to do at Goodwoof

Get the best out of Goodwoof Discover the not-to-be-missed attractions at Goodwood's grand celebration of all things dog! The Jellycat Hotel Brand new for 2025, the Jellycat Hotel pop-up will give you early access to new cuddly friends and exclusive merchandise to be found only at Goodwoof - run…

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Ten Top Antique & Vintage Shops in West Sussex

Welcome to our guide to the Top 10 Antiques Shops in West Sussex—your go-to list for antiques foraging. Whether you're a dedicated collector or on holiday exploring the area, there’s no better time to refresh your home, garden, or workspace with beautiful, one-of-a-kind vintage pieces. Antiques…

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Best Pub Gardens

When the sun is shining across Sussex (and it does so a lot here - did you know our historic seaside town of Selsey has more sunlight hours than anywhere in the UK?) there’s no better place to be than in the great outdoors. While Sussex is home to some of the best outdoor pursuits in the country -…

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Best Things to do in Chichester Harbour

Where is Chichester Harbour? Chichester Harbour, a National Landscape, is one of the few remaining areas of undeveloped land on the south coast, yet is just four miles from historic city of Chichester. Not your usual kind of harbour, you'll want to allow plenty of time to explore here, whether for…

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Best walks for the whole family

Great walking doesn’t have to mean enduring great distances. Whether you’re short on time, have young children in tow or are simply looking for a taster of Sussex and the South Down’s walking delights, we have a wide range of short walks to choose from. Here’s our pick of 10 great walks suitable for…

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Top Walks in West Sussex

Whether you choose to walk for health and wellbeing, to be immersed in nature or for adventures with family and friends, there's a West Sussex walk to suit you. From breathtaking panoramic views to serene wooded walks and waterside walks for some Vitamin Sea, there's a variety of terrain to conquer…

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Restaurants in Chichester

We’ve scoured the streets so you don’t have to. Here is our pick of the best restaurants in Chichester: one for every month of the year and for every occasion, including some new openings for 2024. There’s no better place to celebrate in style than The Ivy Chichester. Famous for its fine British…

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Great Sussex Pubs with scenic walks

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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Best Independent Shops in Petworth

Petworth draws in crowds from across the globe thanks to its booming arts and antiques offering. But did you know, this traditional market town is bursting with incredible independent shops and beautiful boutiques too? Whether you’re on the lookout for signature clothes, one-off gifts, greeting…

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