Things to do

The Brewhouse Project is a combined brewery taproom and coffee roaster serving the freshest beer & coffee possible! The Project is a partnership between local companies Arundel Brewery and Edgcumbes Coffee. You can find out more about upcoming roasting and brewing events on The Brewhouse website.

Pop into Digby’s Arundel tasting room for the tasting flights, while learning how Digby make exceptional English sparkling wine in the capital of the English wine country.

Slindon Estate is 1,400 hectares of woodland, downland, farmland, and parkland. With countless historic landscape features and its unspoilt Sussex village, there is something for every visitor throughout the year. Explore on foot, by bike or even by horseback!

Enjoy a home-made afternoon tea of finger sandwiches, fruit and plain scones with clotted cream and seasonal preserve, and a selection of delicious cakes, quiche and sausage rolls. Served with the choice of tea or coffee.

One of the National Trust’s premier gardens, Nymans has views stretching across the Sussex Weald. A garden lovers' home for all seasons, with an extensive yet intimate garden set around a romantic house and ruins. Colourful summer borders, with rare and unusual plant collections. The surrounding woodland has waymarked trails from which visitors can spot wildlife and flowers. IMG credit National Trust Images John Millar.

If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to spot water voles in their natural habitat, head to the Arundel Wetland Centre and hop on board the Wetland Discovery Boat Safari. The free boat trip takes you through stunning waterways and woodland. Spot wildlife hiding in the reed bed or birds of prey soaring above. All boats are wheelchair accessible and life jackets are provided.

If you want to discover more about the industrial heritage of West Sussex, travel back in time and explore over 40 exhibit areas, including a narrow-gauge railway, historic buses, rural crafts and extensive communications displays. Accessible to all and located in the heart of the South Downs National Park.

No trip to West Sussex is complete without visiting Arundel Castle, home of the Earl of Arundel. Set high on a hill with magnificent views across the South Downs and the River Arun and built in the 11th century, the castle has seen sieges, battles and even a visit from Queen Victoria.

Chichester is a beautiful cathedral city with a rich history dating back to Roman times and a world-class cultural offering. The city has a wonderfully eclectic mix of high street shops and vibrant independents that will appeal to all tastes. There are also plenty of outdoor spaces to explore including parks, gardens and Chichester’s picturesque canal.