Ruth’s guidebook
Beach and windsurfing
20 min drive from Lovely East and West Wittering, Bracklesham Bay or if you prefer a livelier beach Bognor RegIs . Note , book parking for West Wittering ahead of visit in the summer as limited spaces
329 locals recommend
West Wittering Beach
Pound Road20 min drive from Lovely East and West Wittering, Bracklesham Bay or if you prefer a livelier beach Bognor RegIs . Note , book parking for West Wittering ahead of visit in the summer as limited spaces
Food scene
Good food or just a nice spot for a drink overlooking the Beautiful South Downs
36 locals recommend
The Earl Of March
Lavant RoadGood food or just a nice spot for a drink overlooking the Beautiful South Downs
Farmer Butcher Chef Restaurant and Bar
New Barn HillGreat local produce , at Goodwood
Lovely Restaurant and garden with fine dining or more simple food outside, great cocktails too.
74 locals recommend
Purchases Restaurant & Bar
31 North StLovely Restaurant and garden with fine dining or more simple food outside, great cocktails too.
For a very special occasion, fine dining at beautiful Amberley , get there early and enjoy a drink in the garden , 13 miles , about 25 mins drive but worth it
31 locals recommend
Amberley Castle
Church StreetFor a very special occasion, fine dining at beautiful Amberley , get there early and enjoy a drink in the garden , 13 miles , about 25 mins drive but worth it
Lovely Old thatched pub restaurant, right around the corner from us, about 4mins by car. Own brewery, or try our local Tinwood Vineyard bubbly.
22 locals recommend
Gribble Inn
Gribble LaneLovely Old thatched pub restaurant, right around the corner from us, about 4mins by car. Own brewery, or try our local Tinwood Vineyard bubbly.
Great location and good food , very popular so parking can be limited, if your eating would recommend you book and ask for a sea view table
119 locals recommend
Crown & Anchor
Dell Quay RoadGreat location and good food , very popular so parking can be limited, if your eating would recommend you book and ask for a sea view table
The Royal Oak
Oaklands LaneVery nice food in a lovely pub at Lavant
Pretty spot for lunch or dinner , more restaurant than pub, 6 miles
88 locals recommend
The Crab & Lobster
Mill LanePretty spot for lunch or dinner , more restaurant than pub, 6 miles
Giggling Squid
129 Church RdPretty Thai Restaurant in town
There are several Indian Restaurants in the area but this ones our favourite
6 locals recommend
India Gate
14 St PancrasThere are several Indian Restaurants in the area but this ones our favourite
Best breakfast in the area, cakes and coffee good too. Located at Drayton Waterside, Vegetarian options
Spade And Fork Cafe
Bognor RoadBest breakfast in the area, cakes and coffee good too. Located at Drayton Waterside, Vegetarian options
Reina Kitchen
Turkish restaurant on the edge of town , lovely fresh, food simply cooked
Sightseeing and things to do
Chichester City Centre is about a 5min drive from us , wonderful Cathedral, beautiful old buildings and plenty of shops ,cafes pubs and restaurants.
363 locals recommend
Chichester
Chichester City Centre is about a 5min drive from us , wonderful Cathedral, beautiful old buildings and plenty of shops ,cafes pubs and restaurants.
For the Wonderful Festival of Speed or Dress up for The Revival
348 locals recommend
Goodwood Motor Circuit
For the Wonderful Festival of Speed or Dress up for The Revival
Goodwood Racecourse
Selhurstpark RoadGreat horse racing at Goodwood or Fontwell
Cowdray Park Polo Club
Arundel Castle
Visit nearby Arundel Castle
Go a bit further afield and visit The Lanes in Brighton for antiques and All sorts of little treasures
439 locals recommend
The Lanes
Go a bit further afield and visit The Lanes in Brighton for antiques and All sorts of little treasures
Best theatre outside of London, sometimes get plays and shows before they go to the West End , book tickets before you come although always worth checking for last minute availability
238 locals recommend
Chichester Festival Theatre
Oaklands WayBest theatre outside of London, sometimes get plays and shows before they go to the West End , book tickets before you come although always worth checking for last minute availability
At New Park. Intimate, independent art house cinema. New releases, classic and foreign films. Some open air screenings and live theatre streaming. A bar too.
33 locals recommend
Chichester Cinema at New Park
New Park Road At New Park. Intimate, independent art house cinema. New releases, classic and foreign films. Some open air screenings and live theatre streaming. A bar too.
Would also recommend, Fishbourne’s lovely nature Reserve and walking trail while you’re there.
3.3 miles from our place
133 locals recommend
Fishbourne Roman Palace
Roman WayWould also recommend, Fishbourne’s lovely nature Reserve and walking trail while you’re there.
3.3 miles from our place
Permanent collection and changing
Exhibition s at Pallant House Gallery
119 locals recommend
Pallant House Gallery
9 N PallantPermanent collection and changing
Exhibition s at Pallant House Gallery
Definitely worth a visit to nearby Portsmouth if you like history , HMS Victory, The Mary Rose, The Warrior and the M33 Gallipoli gunship all in one place .
345 locals recommend
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
Definitely worth a visit to nearby Portsmouth if you like history , HMS Victory, The Mary Rose, The Warrior and the M33 Gallipoli gunship all in one place .
Right around the corner, 5 min drive 2.3 miles, cafe too.
50 locals recommend
Tangmere Military & Aviation Museum Trust
Gamecock TerraceRight around the corner, 5 min drive 2.3 miles, cafe too.
Cycling Path
Great cycling/walking path
Chichester-Lavant-West Dean
5.5 miles. There is cycle path access right outside the studio.
Centurion Way
Centurion WayWalking and Hiking
The South Downs Way is 160 km of glorious off road walking or cycling
Info@southdowns.gov.uk
Chichester harbour
Dell Quay RoadAONB and conservation.
Halnaker Windmill and Tree tunnel walk, about a 15 min drive from our place or a 35 min cycle. Beautiful views and then stop off for a drink and a bite at the Anglesey Arms.
On a clear day it can be seen from the studio.
20 locals recommend
Halnaker Mill
Halnaker Windmill and Tree tunnel walk, about a 15 min drive from our place or a 35 min cycle. Beautiful views and then stop off for a drink and a bite at the Anglesey Arms.
On a clear day it can be seen from the studio.
RSPB Pagham Harbour LNR
Selsey RoadBoat trips
Take a boat tour on Chichester Canal or a seal watching trip in the harbour
Chichester Canal
Row boats and canoe s available too
Vineyard
Local vineyards wine tasting and restaurant
Ashling Park Estate
Tinwood Estate
Tinwood Lane