Stansted House and the Racton Ruins (aka Racton Monument or Racton Folly) are both north west of Chichester in West Sussex, not far from the Hampshire border. This flat 7.5 km walk takes you past both. You need Ordnance Survey Explorer OL 8 and we started at Racton church where there is a small parking …
The perfect place for a get-together Long evenings shared with family and friends and lingering lunches are surely what autumn is all about? And The Chequers Inn at Rowhook near Horsham makes the perfect backdrop. Sit on the front terrace with a cool beer or a glass of local wine after a walk in Roman …
The Christ’s Hospital Band performed an impressive Beating Retreat at the Tower of London in June, at the invitation of the Tower Governor, Andrew Jackson. The 60-strong band of young musicians entertained an audience of over 300 with a unique display drawing inspiration from a dual theme: the Coronation and the 350th year of the …
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Shaun Pentecost from Holmewood Interiors explains the process of maximising your space and creating the perfect kitchen that stays within budget. When you think about it, a large proportion of us inherit our kitchen. We do not design it ourselves. Your kitchen may be part of a new build package, or you will have moved …
Look up. Chichester Cathedral is beautiful at any time and always worth a visit but from now until 14th October, and then again from 21st October to 12th November, the cathedral is filled with 15,000 peace doves suspended from the nave and illuminated. Peace Doves is an artwork by artist and sculptor Peter Walker. The …
How is it possibly the end of September already? The months are just flying by and we seem to be steaming down the track towards the end of the year at an alarming rate. But who doesn’t love this time of year? I’ve been out and about this week as usual enjoying the autumn sunshine and …
Our day 4 South Downs Way walk from Cocking to Houghton had been glorious. We’d covered 17 km (which we thought was a lot), got sunburned, seen glorious views, and enjoyed a comfy bed in the bunkhouse. All was well in our world. Day 5. Houghton / Amberely to Steyning / Upper Beeding / Truleigh …
As the popularity of craft beer continues to rise, Haywards Heath is a must-visit Sussex beer destination – here’s why. Haywards Heath boasts a wealth of destinations for the craft beer enthusiast. Whether you’re a cask or keg afficionado, there are amazing locally brewed craft beers right on your doorstep. First up is the Hop …
South Lodge near Horsham in West Sussex already had a fine reputation for luxury and great food, and then the addition of their spa a few years ago, added to that suite of pleasures. It’s in the spa that you’ll find Botanica which describes itself as a “dairy free, sustainability and health-focused Mediterranean inspired restaurant” …
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Sussex has a wonderful selection of castles, but Arundel Castle in West Sussex is surely the jewel in the crown? A potted history and a flying tour The foundations of the original castle date back to 1067 when Roger de Montgomery was declared the first Earl of Arundel. He was a cousin of William the …
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