Monarch’s Way is a 1,006 km long-distance footpath that roughly follows the escape route taken by King Charles II in 1651 after being defeated in the Battle of Worcester. It runs from Worcester to Shoreham in West Sussex. It’s waymarked all along the way including the large section that wiggles and winds its way around […]
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It’s that time of year when we’re searching for affordable gifts for Christmas, or longing to curl up in front of a fire with a long read. The weather would rather we stayed inside and not even the dog is keen for a walk, all of which makes it a very good reason to head
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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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Sussex is home to some wonderfully atmospheric and historic castles. Some of them are in ruins, some of them are still occupied but all of them offer a wonderful glimpse into times gone by, and our great Sussex heritage and history. So if you are looking for Sussex castles to explore, here they are (working
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Arundel Museum is opposite the public entrance to the castle, next to both the river and the car park. And like so many of our Sussex museums, it’s an absolute treasure trove. The museum is not big, but it is well laid out and packed to the rafters, so that whatever your interest, you’re likely
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As you travel south to visit Arundel, the busy Sussex countryside starts to give way to something different. The grandeur and sweeping views of the South Downs seem to herald in a time gone by, while water meadows and walled parklands speak of a different way of living. The town Today, Arundel is presided over
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