It's easy to unwind amidst West Sussex's fairy tale castles, glorious stately homes and rolling downs. Meet William the Conqueror and Dukes of Norfolk on Arundel Castle’s ramparts or mingle with the motoring and racing crowd at country house estates. If you are looking for things to do in West Sussex, think champagne, strawberries and extreme millinery. Get active on the South Downs National Park bridleways, cycling and walking trails that cut through scenic river valleys and ancient woodlands. Fill your lungs with fresh English-Channel air on the beach at quintessentially English coastal towns like The Witterings, Worthing and Shoreham. Or discover local stories and foodie gems in West Sussex’s county town of Chichester.
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The Bosham Boathouse B&B
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Book a stay at this cosy B&B near Bosham, winner of our Bed & Breakfast and Guesthouse of the Year Gold Award 2024.
Top things to do in West Sussex
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With a variety of vineyards and a whopping 50 miles of coastline to explore, it doesn't get much better than West Sussex.
Explore the Historic Restored Gardens at West Dean
Escape to West Dean Gardens and explore the autumnal colours of the Arboretum, Pergola, Kitchen Gardens and orchard and award-winning Sunken Garden.
Location: Chichester, West Sussex
November events: Start your shopping at the Weald and Downland Christmas Market
Find the perfect gift and enjoy a great day out at the Weald and Downland Open Air Museum.
Location: Chichester, West Sussex
Catch a musical at the Chichester Festival Theatre
Enjoy Broadway classics at one of England’s flagship theatres.
Location: Chichester, West Sussex
September events: Celebrate local produce at Steyning's Food & Drink Festival
Every year in September and October, the market town of Steyning and its surrounding villages come alive with a busy programme of food and drink events and experiences.
Location: Steyning
Top things to do on a short break in West Sussex
With a variety of vineyards and a whopping 50 miles of coastline to explore, it doesn't get much better than West Sussex.
