London
- for sightseeing, shopping, business or a night out in the West
End.
Brighton - the coastal resort of Brighton with its historic
monuments and entertainments lies 12 miles to the south and is a
delight to visitors all year round. Why not visit the Pavilion or
shop in the famous Brighton 'Lanes'. Enjoy the theatre at the
beautiful Edwardian Theatre Royal or, for boating enthusiasts,
wander around the Brighton Marina with its shops and resaurants.
Chichester - cathedral town located in the west of the
county.
Weald and Downland open air museum - near Chichester.
Arundel - is an interesting historic town with its castle and
cathedral.
Lewes - in East Sussex is another historic town.
Historic sites - Roman remains at Bignor and Fishbourne.
Gardens
- if you enjoy visiting gardens Leonardslee is just 5 miles away and
Nymans and Wakehurst Place are also close. At Sheffield Park there
is also a beautiful garden but it is perhaps better known as one of
the stations of the Bluebell Railway.
Bluebell Railway - a preserved steam railway line that meanders
through the Sussex countryside.
Walking - for walkers there are a number of walks radiating
from the house and for the more adventurous it is only a few miles
to the Downs where the South Downs Way is one of many interesting
routes to take.
Riding - there are stables close by which can offer mounts
for riders for all abilities both escorted and unescorted.
Birdwatching
- There is a wild fowl reserve at Arundel and there are several
other reserves within easy reach for birdwatchers.
East Sussex - offers much variety to the visitor from the
coastal town of Eastbourne, the cliffs of Beachy Head and the lovely
Cuckmere Valley.
For further information on what to do in the area try
http://dspace.dial.pipex.com/hardmanj/local_leisure.htm
Sussex is a lovely county which offers something of interest all
year round
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