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Goodwood
Goodwood,
Near Chichester,
West Sussex,
PO18 0PX
Tel: 01243 755000
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The 12,000-acre Goodwood Estate just to the north of Chichester is home to the magnificent Goodwood House – one of England’s most beautiful stately homes and still the residence of the Earl and Countess of March; Goodwood Racecourse - one of Flat Racing’s most celebrated circuits and the venue for the world famous Glorious Goodwood Festival; and Goodwood Motor Circuit – one of the country’s best loved racing circuits, available for track days, test days and of course the venue for the superb Goodwood Festival of Speed and Goodwood Revival event.
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The South Downs Way
C/O National Trail Officer,
Gravel Hill,
Horndean,
Hampshire,
PO8 0QE
Tel: 023 9259 7618
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The South Downs Way is a designated pathway taking in the wonderful scenery of the rolling chalk downs of Sussex and Hampshire as it wends its way from Winchester to Eastbourne – a distance of 101 miles. The South Downs Way is a bridle path, meaning it can be enjoyed by walkers, cyclists and horse riders.
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Arundel Castle
Arundel,
West Sussex,
BN18 9AB
Tel: 01903 882173
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Arundel Castle dominates the skyline above the picturesque town of Arundel. It is one of England’s largest and most complete medieval castles, originally built by Roger de Montgomery, Earl of Arundel in the late 11 th Century. Over the centuries Arundel Castle has endured a turbulent history, the most violent episode of which occurred during the English Civil War, when it was badly damaged after a lengthy siege. Much of today’s building actually dates from the late 19 th Century, when Henry 15 th Duke of Norfolk rebuilt much of it – the castle is still used as the family residence of The Duke and Duchess of Norfolk to this day.
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The Long Man of Wilmington
Wilmington,
East Sussex
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Etched on the side of a hill at the eastern fringe of the South Downs is the Long Man of Wilmington. He stands 230 feet tall and is depicted holding two poles, although it is believed that these are the remnants of a rake and a scythe. Little is known of the Long Man before the early 18 th Century, and his suggested origins vary wildly between the Bronze Age and the 15 th Century, but his mystique is part of his charm, and the Long Man of Wilmington continues to be preserved for future generations.
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Petworth House and Park
Petworth,
West Sussex,
GU28 0AE
Tel: 01798 342207
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Petworth House is set in wonderful landscaped deer park in the beautiful West Sussex countryside. The grounds were designed by the legendary Capability Brown, and captured beautifully by Turner in many of his classic works. Petworth came into the possession of the great Percy family in the 11 th Century, and the current and rather magnificent house dates from the late 17 th Century, when it was designed and built with decidedly French influences. The house, the grounds and the superb art gallery are popular throughout the year.
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Amberley Working Museum
Amberley,
Near Arundel,
West Sussex,
BN18 9LT
Tel: 01798 831370
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Set in 36 acres of grounds in the rolling South Downs countryside, the Amberley Working Museum has since 1979 provided a fascinating insight into the industrial heritage of the south east of England. The open-air museum contains a vast array of exhibits, ranging from transport collections and printworks to live displays from resident craftsmen who keep traditional techniques alive. With a programme of special events and exhibitions throughout the year, Amberley Working Museum makes a great day out for the whole family.
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Hollycombe Steam Collection
Iron Hill,
Liphook,
Hampshire,
GU30 7LP
Tel: 01428 724900
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Nestling in the Hampshire countryside, close to Liphook, Hollycombe Steam Collection is a unique collection of working steam trains, traction engines and steam-powered fairground attractions providing a fun day out for all the family. Additionally, Hollycombe is home to period farming demonstrations, farm animals, a working sawmill and beautiful woodland gardens. There is a programme of special displays and events throughout the year.
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Weald and Downland Open Air Museum
Singleton,
Near Chichester,
West Sussex,
PO18 0EU
Tel: 01243 811363
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The Weald and Downland Museum is set in the attractive surroundings of the Sussex Downs countryside and brings to life the homes, farmsteads and rural industries of the past 500 years. The 50-acre site is home to nearly 50 historic buildings from between the 13th and the 19th Centuries, rescued from demolition and carefully dismantled, conserved and rebuilt to recapture their original glory and historical value. Many of the buildings are complete with period gardens, and the site is also home to farm animals, as well as woodland walks and a picturesque lake.
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Jane Austen’s House
Chawton,
Hampshire,
GU34 1SD
Tel: 01420 83262
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Close to the Hampshire town of Alton can be found the former residence of one of England’s most celebrated authors – Jane Austen. Jane Austen lived at the house in Chawton between 1809-1817, and it was here that she composed and revised many of her classic texts, including Pride and Prejudice. The house is now a shrine to her, and the artefacts and memorabilia provide a fascinating insight to the life of Jane Austen.
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Butser Ancient Farm
Chalton,
Near Petersfield,
Hampshire,
Tel: 023 92588838
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Butser Ancient Farm was founded in 1972 as a working replica of an Iron Age farmstead, and is used to preserve and investigate known and perceived ideas of prehistoric and Roman farming techniques. The site is located near the village of Chalton in the South Downs, and is open to the public during its organised themed weekends which run throughout the year.
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