Travel Information

Acorns

Campsite set in 12 acres of idyllic natural woodland. Motorhomes are welcome.

Acorns
Arundel Road
Angmering
West Sussex
BN16 4LL

Tel: 01903 871095

Travel in your motorhome to what the organisers advertise as the biggest free airshow in the UK. At Eastbourne seafront from 16 – 19 August 2007 with four days of action packed flying. Check out the organisers website at www.eastbourneairshow.com.

If you have any queries or require further information on Eastbourne Airshow please contact the
Tourist Information Office .
Tourist Information Centre
Cornfield Road
Eastbourne
East Sussex
BN21 4QL
England

Telephone: 0871 663 0031

Medieval thatched cottage and picturesque garden.

Alfriston Clergy House
The Tye
Alfriston
Polegate
East Sussex
BN26 5TL

Telephone: +44 (0)1323 870001

Amberley Working Museum is a 36 acre open-air museum dedicated to the industrial heritage of the south-east. The museum has recreations of heritage streets and vehicles. The

Amberley Working Museum
Amberley
West Sussex
N18 9LT

Telephone: +44 (0)1798 831370

Anne of Cleves House is a 16th century timber-framed Wealden hall-house that formed part of Anne’s divorce settlement from Henry VIII in 1541.

Anne of Cleves House
52 Southover High Street
Lewes
BN7 1JA
East Sussex
England

Telephone: +44 (0)1273 474610

Whilst travelling around Sussex in a motorhome, take a trip to the beautiful Arundel Castle. Arundel Castle is set within 40 acres of luscious grounds and gardens and is a popular tourist destination especially in the summer months. The castle is home to many historic and priceless works of art which range from paintings to stained glass, china and carvings.

Recently Arundel Castle was the filming location for the 2009 release The Young Victoria which starred Emily Blunt, giving visitors even more reason to witness the wonderful treasures both inside and out of the castle.

Arundel
West Sussex
BN18 9AB
TEL: (44) 01903 882173

Bateman’s, the beautiful home of Rudyard Kipling was much loved both by the author and his family. It is said that when he first saw the house he wanted to buy it and make an ‘honest woman’ of it and had loved it from first sight. It had no electricity or water upstairs, but the author was impressed by its originality and its peaceful atmosphere. The rooms in the house remain much as the author and his family left them in the ‘untouched and unfaked’ manner that Kipling had so admired in the property. The interior reflects Kipling’s long association with the East and contains many oriental rugs and artifacts. For the literary enthusiast the book filled study gives an opportunity to experience the atmosphere that a great writer enjoyed and worked in. The Kipling’s carried out a lot of work in the beautiful gardens. Some of the planting such as the avenue of limes is from before his time at the house, but the rose garden encircled by a yew hedge was designed and created by Kipling and paid for from the proceeds of the prize money he won for the Nobel Prize. Having lost one daughter at the age of 6 to pneumonia and his eighteen year old son in the first world war, Kipling and his wife were survived by just one daughter. The house had been bequeathed to the National Trust upon the death of his wife. His daughter Elise was to have no children and went on to bequeath her copyrights to the National Trust upon her death in 1976. If you fancy a peaceful, historic and interesting day out in your Sussex motorhome hire, you will find a visit to Kipling’s beautiful house Bateman’s,  both enjoyable and fascinating. For further information, please click the blue link below.

Bateman’s, Rudyard Kipling’s House
Bateman’s Lane
Burwash
East Sussex
TN19 7DS

Telephone: 01435 882302

Set in the middle of the beautiful South Downs, Bignor Roman Villa is the spectacular remains of a Roman home and includes some of the best Roman mosaic floors to be uncovered in such intact condition. The heated hypocaust floor allowed the wealthy Romans to live in warmth and luxury in the cold British temperatures. It is thought that the villa comprised some 65 rooms surrounding a courtyard and was clearly a home of some significance. It is believed that this wealth and importance was probably derived from farming which would have in likelihood supplied the Roman city of Chichester situated near by. The site has been visited by people since 1811 when the local farmer struck the fountain in the summer dining room with his plough. Indeed the site still belongs to descendents of the farmer, George Tupper to this day. At the time of the discovery in the Georgian era the visitors began to appear at the site to gaze at the marvels which were being unearthed from the soil. It was during this period that the thatched buildings were erected to protect the Roman remains and today the buildings are considered of historical importance in their own right. Bignor farm is still a working enterprise run by the Tupper family who produce lamb as well as a variety of arable crops. They remain dedicated to preserving the history and ecology of this beautiful National Park area. You will find Bignor in your Sussex motorhome hire 15 minutes south of Petworth and Pulborough and approximately 20 minutes North of Chicester. For further information on Bignor Roman Villa and farm, please click the blue link below.

Bignor Roman Villa
Bignor
Pulborough
West Sussex
RH20 1PH

Telephone: 01798 869259

Blacklands Farm campsite

small 40 acres family run campsite. Suitable for motorhomes and caravans.
Set in rural countryside, a short walk from ‘The Royal Oak’ country pub. Twenty minutes drive from Brighton.

Blacklands Farm
Henfield
West Sussex
BN5 9AT

Tel: 01273 493528

The restored mill at West Blatchington is a Grade II listed building which is well worth a visit in your motor home. See how flour is made and the history of the mill. Exhibits include two scale models of Shipley smock mill and Nutley post mill, a Thresher and a Wire Dressing Machine.

Blatchington Windmill
Holmes Avenue
Hove
East Sussex
United Kingdom
Tel: + 44 (0)1273 776017

If you were to imagine the perfect romantic, fairytale, moated castle, then it would definitely be Bodiam Castle that you would envisage. Built in 1385 as both a defensive keep and a comfortable home the exterior of the castle is almost as complete as the day it was built and still retains its original wooden portcullis. The castle was built by Sir Edward Dalyngrigge with the permission of the King to act as a defense against the French during the Hundred Years War. It passed through the generations of this old family until the Wars of the Roses when the family line ceased and the Castle was inherited by the Lewknors. By the Civil war it was owned by another family and their affiliations with the monarchy forced the castle to be sold to pay off fines. It was left for nearly 200 years as a beautiful ruin until being bought by a John Fuller in 1829. He began to restore the property before it was again sold and finally came into the possession of Lord Curzon who ultimately bequeathed Bodiam to the National Trust upon his Death in 1925. Today you can explore the castle and all its turrets, spiral stair cases and battlements and enjoy the spectacular view from on high. When traveling in your Sussex motorhome hire it is well worth a visit to this lovely Medieval Castle. There are often special events and activities on at the Castle so it is well worth checking up before you drop in. For further information or to see what’s on at Bodiam Castle, please click the blue link below.

Bodiam Castle
Bodiam,
Near Robertsbridge,
East Sussex
TN32 5UA

Telephone: 01580 830196

Henry VIII used Bolebroke Castle as his hunting lodge when he visited Sussex and hunted for boar and venison in Ashdown Forest. It was here that he began his courtship of Anne Boleyn who lived with her parents at the nearby Hever Castle. The house is the earliest made from brick in Sussex and has some excellent rooms with the original beams and oak paneling. Many believe the carved oak Elizabethan staircase is one of the finest of its era. There is an interesting audio tour of the property with costumed figures of members of the household. You will learn what life was like for the servants in the kitchens as well as for the nobility above stairs. There is a secret priest hole where Catholics would have hidden from the Kings men and a little cupboard which housed the Kings chamber pot! Children and adults alike will love the miniature railway which runs around the lovely lake. There are different types of locomotives, about 20 in total, some electric, others steam or diesel. If you or the children are fans of Winnie the Pooh, you will find that you are right in the heart of Pooh country and can take a tour from the castle to Ashdown Forest, otherwise known as the Hundred Acre Wood and visit some of the special places loved by the characters in the books including the famous ‘Poohsticks’ bridge. There are very often special events being hosted at the castle, so it is well worth checking in advance to see if there is anything going on that you might be interested in when traveling in your Sussex motorhome rental. For further in formation on Bolebroke Castle, the love nest of Henry VIII, please click on the blue link below.

Bolebroke Castle
Edenbridge Road
Hartfield,
East Sussex
TN7 4JJ

Telephone: 01892 770061

If you love wandering around other peoples gardens, Borde Hill Garden should be on your list of places to visit. It is a glorious and great garden with lots of garden rooms, lovely views across parkland, champion trees and tranquil pond, potting sheds and rare species of plants. In fact there is a great deal here to delight the keen gardener. If gardening is not your thing, then just looking around at other peoples endeavors to create this stunning place is certainly worth while. Take a visit whilst in your Sussex Motorhome Hire Holiday and on a really fine day the scents and smells as well as the visual experience will be well worth the journey. Planting here was often as a result of expeditions from 1893 to 1937 and the current family continues to add new plants. In May there are bluebells and Azeleas in bloom, later in the year the rose garden is spectacular. There is always something of interest here at Borde Hill Garden. Check opening times and admission prices prior to traveling in your Sussex Motorhome Hire.

Borde Hill Garden
Haywards Heath
West Sussex
RH16 1XP

Tel: 01444-450326

The Royal Brighton Pavilion was built in the 19th Century for the Prince Renent who later became king George IV of England as a seaside retreat. This Brighton palace correct name is “The Royal Pavilion” but it is popularly called ‘Brighton Pavilion.’? It is no longer used as a Royal retreat and is open to the public.

The Royal Pavilion
Brighton
UK
BN1 1EE
Tel +44 (0) 1273 290900

This must be the largest free seafront air show in Britain and possibly the world and is a spectacle not to be missed. Four whole days of craning your neck to the sky’s to watch amazing flying led by the iconic Red Arrows with the Royal Air Force, Royal Navy, British Army and civilian aircraft.  As well as the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, The Blades, Breitling Wingwalkers and many more will be wowing the crowds with spectacular displays. There will be wing-walking and loop the loop and of course those colourful trails left by the red arrows! If gazing into the sky’s becomes too much for the family then the western lawns will have displays and demonstrations in the arena at ground level plus concerts. Entertainment does not stop in the evenings with a varied programme of events culminating in a grand finale firework display. This event is incredibly popular so use the park and ride facilities or park well out of town with your Motorhome hire holiday transport and either walk in or take public transport. Further details plus car park arrangements are on their website. Motorhome Hire vehicles are large so check whether there are facilities for Motorhome Hire Holiday makers to park at coach parks etc. There is a park and ride service from Princes Park but no information as to whether this accepts motorhomes (some car parks have low barriers to prevent Lorries which excludes motorhomes).

Eastbourne Air show
Eastbourne
East Sussex
England

Just between Portsmouth and Brighton is Littlehampton. In Littlehampton, West Sussex, next to the east beach is Harbour Park. Swop your Motorhome for something more daring and take a ride on a Crazy Caterpillar! If you and your family want to get wet it is more or less what will happen if you ride The Loggers Revenge. This ride will send you and your ‘log’ down a 7.5 m waterfall plunging drop, which is quite an adrenalin thrill. There are plenty more thrills to be had on flying fantasy animals, crazy bikes and awesome towers that drop from a height. There are also the traditional fair ground walzers and dogem cars as well as rides for smaller children. Children will also love crabbing from the riverside walkway. Crablines and bait can be purchased at the Park. Harbour Park is  great fun for families with children. With your Sussex Motorhome Hire you can choose the best day to go to the beach front in your Motorhome. Having the freedom of the road is the big advantage of a Sussex Motorhome Hire holiday.

Harbour Park
Seafront
Littlehampton
West Sussex
BN17 5LH

Tel: 01903 721200

High Beeches was originally the family seat of the Loder family, who lived and gardened at this beautiful site. This famous gardening family is known for their association with other great English gardens such as Kew and Leonardslee. Colonel Giles Loder was an exceptional gardener in his day and many of his original plants still survive in the garden. Many such specimens were brought from the far corners of the globe when plant hunting exhibitions could prove to be extremely dangerous and High Beeches was proud to display many of the finest plant specimens from all over the world. In the last 50 years, the garden has been owned by the Boscawen/Bray family who are themselves knowledgeable horticulturalists and have been involved in overseas plant exhibitions and as judges within the horticultural society. Set in an area of outstanding natural beauty the garden itself appears to have evolved naturally when in fact it has been meticulously designed to create this stunning landscape. The wildflower meadow is of particular note and is managed in a specific way to preserve its rich eco-system. It has never been ploughed or cultivated and is only cut once a year with the cuttings allowed to lie on the ground for days to ensure that the seeds fall before the cuttings are removed. Of course the garden is beautiful all year round, but the daffodils are a particular attraction in spring and the Bluebells in early May. When traveling in your Sussex motorhome hire it is definitely worth a visit to High Beeches Gardens, there is a tea room where lunches and snacks are available or if you want to take a picnic there is a delightful area available to visitors. For further information, please click the blue link below.

High Beeches Gardens
High Beeches Lane
Handcross
West Sussex
RH17 6HQ

Telephone:01444 400589

England might not be the first place which comes to find when asked to name the best winery locations in the world. Your mind may be drawn instead to California, France, Australia or Chile. However, the British wine trade is alive and well. Lurgashall Winery is situated in West Sussex in the south of England and boasts visitor numbers exceeding 35,000 each year. If you drive down there with your camper hire vehicle don’t forget to designate a driver who’ll stay away from sampling the produce. In addition to the wine-making, visitors can also see a herb garden with 55 medieval herbs on show. Lurgashall wines are made from real flowers, fruits, vegetables and honey with no added artificial ingredients or flavours. Some of their exciting products include Bramble Liqueur, English Mead and Silver Birch Wine; the perfect titles for a unique gift for the relatives and friends back home.

Lurgashall Winery
Lurgashall
West Sussex
GU28 9HA
TEL:(44) 01428 707292

Monks House was the country retreat of Virginia Woolf and her husband Leonard. For many years it was used as a holiday home by the couple, but following a bombing raid during the Second World War which saw their London house damaged, the couple took up permanent residence at Monks house. Over the years the couple upgraded the cottage from the primitive house it had been upon purchase, to a more comfortable home with hot water and a bathroom, but it still retained its weatherboard charm and lovely gardens. They also purchased an adjoining field to ensure they retained the beautiful views that the house enjoyed. The house is full of the whispers of the famous author considered by many to be the finest of her era and her artistic and creative family. There are many pieces of furniture painted by her sister Vanessa and the walls are hung with the art works of members of her family circle. The house is filled with the echoes of the famous literary and artistic figures who visited the house. These included T.S Elliot and E.M Forster. There were many members of the Bloomsbury group, which the sisters had founded with their brother Thoby in London prior to his death, to visit Monks house. Virginia is often sadly remembered for her fragile mental health which resulted in her death by suicide in the nearby River Ouse, but it is also fitting to remember the beautiful literary works that she created, many of them here at Monks house. You will find Monks House in your Sussex campervan hire in Rodmell village itself near to the church and only 4 miles to the South of Lewes. For further information, please click the blue links below.

Monk’s House
Rodmell
Lewes
East Sussex
BN7 3HF

Telephone: 01273 474760

This is a large campsite with all the usual facilities that one expects in a campsite of this size including a small launderette. There is a road between the campsite and the beach. The beach at Normans Bay is a pebble beach which only reveals its sand at low tide and a railway line runs alongside one side of the site.  The site is very open and if the weather is windy it can seem very windy for those of you camped there! The Pevensey Levels is an agricultural area known for nature conservation. It has a well stocked shop on site and a fish and chip van goes on site on Saturdays. The local baker delivers fresh rolls, croissants and pastries to the Site shop every day. There are several farm shops in the area. It’s about a mile and half walk, for you are fit and active campers, to Pevensey Bay where you can find Pevensey Castle. It is one of Britain’s oldest strongholds. You will also find plenty of shops and a supermarket. Eastbourne is a short drive away with a Miniature Steam Railway Adventure Park, which will keep your children amused. It also includes a five-acre fishing lake and trains of several sizes. If you are going to Normans Bay in your East Sussex Campervan Hire book your pitch well in advance.

Normans Bay Camping and Caravanning Club Site
Normans Bay
Pevensey
East Sussex
BN24 6PR

Telephone: 01323 761190 (No calls after 8pm please.)

Offers a delightful Farm campsite within walking distance of West Wittering village and sandy Blue Flag Beach.
Motorhomes and Caravans welcome.

Nunnington Farm Camping Site
Rockwood Road
West Wittering
West Sussex

Tel: 01243 514013

Chichester Cathedral is a spectacular and imposing and if you are in Sussex this building should be on your list of places to visit. Currently, throughout June 2011 it is also the home to some of Britains most special and rare birds. Its an opportunity to see rare wildlife and stunning architecture, a combination that is unique in itself. The Cathedral is open every day and all year with free entry.  There are free drop-in guided tours, self-guiding leaflets for those who prefer to wander at their own pace, and special trails for children.  There is also a superb Cloisters Café and Shop, complete with terrace and walled garden. The Cathedral is open every day from 7.15am to 6.00pm in the winter months, and 7.00pm in the summer months. The RSPB will be based on the Cathedral Green every day until 10 July, helping visitors view the Peregrine family using binoculars and telescopes. Entrance to the Chicester Cathedral and use of the equipment are free. If you are on holiday with your Sussex Motorhome Hire or just passing through, it is worth making a special visit to see these amazing birds and their unique home above the townscape.

Chichester Cathedral
The Royal Chantry
Cathedral Cloisters
Chichester
West Sussex
PO19 1PX

Tel:      (01243) 782595

There cant be many adults out there who don’t have fond memories of reading the Winnie the Pooh books as children or as grown ups telling the stories to their own little ones. Like many good works of literature the AA Milne books were based largely upon reality and are the retelling of the imaginings of his young son Christopher Robin and his life growing up in Hartfield near the beautiful Ashdown Forest. Of course many of the places in the stories do really exist, most notably the ‘poohsticks’ bridge which still stands proud today. Pooh Corner is a shop in Hartfield Village that is dedicated to bringing to life the tales of Winnie the Pooh, it was infact the shop where the young Christopher Robin and his nanny would go to buy bulls-eye sweets, today the shop is dedicated to bringing ‘Pooh-phernalia’ to fans of the little yellow bear. Piglet also has his very own tea room with lots of lovely treats if you are feeling peckish either before or after you go off to explore Pooh country. From the shop you can set off on your very own Winnie the Pooh adventure and visit the real location of many of the sites made famous by the books including Roo’s Sandy Pit and the Heffalump Trap not forgetting of course the Poohsticks bridge. You will find Pooh Corner in your Sussex campervan rental in the heart of the village of Hartfield, from the shop you can embark on your tour of nostalgia. For further information, please click on the blue link below.

Pooh Corner
High Street
Hartfield
East Sussex
TN7 4AE

Telephone: 01892 770456

Named after the dramatic Chalk cliffs, the Seven Sisters country Park is an ideal place to have a country walk.Located at Exceat in East Sussex, just off the A259 between Eastbourne and Seaford. It is easily accessible from anywhere in the South East.There are car parking charges £2.50 for up to 2 hours, and £3.50 for over 2 hours. There is also a car park permit scheme run in conjunction with the Forestry Commission.Please ensure that you read and follow any signage and instructions.Close by is a farmhouse restaurant, a visitor centre and bike hire.Cycling is only permitted on the valley floor of the Park, and in the Forest on bridleways and tracks. The conservation of such lovely spots is vital to our future enjoyment of the countryside so ensure your family are aware of the country code. There are also bye laws associated with this site that you are requested to adhere to. This is an excellent place for bird watching so make sure you pack your binoculars when you set out in your Sussex Motorhome Hire holiday. You can also go canoeing at Seven Sisters country Park with expert tuition. It is best to book well in advance if you want to make this one of the activities that you are trying out on your Sussex Motorhome Hire holiday.

East Sussex County Council
Seven Sisters Country Park
Exceat
Seaford
East Sussex
BN25 4AD
Tel: 0345 60 80 194

Southdown Farm Caravan

The campsite is set at the foot of the downs with spectacular scenic views.
The campsite is 6 acres south facing, motorhomes and caravans welcome.

Southdown Farm Caravan
Lodge Lane
Keymer,Hassocks
Brighton
West Sussex
BN6 8LX

Tel: 01273 843278

Southwater Country Park has level paths which provide easy lakeside walking, adventure-style play area, canoeing, sailing and windsurfing, and much more.There is also a wildlife area, a cafe and a visitor centre. For more information visit the Horsham District Council Website at http://www.horsham.gov.uk

Southwater Country Park
Cripplegate Lane
Southwater
West Sussex
RH13 7UN
England

Telephone: (01403) 731218

A collection of rural and agricultural artefacts, some archaeological and some domestic exhibits. Archaeology, Photographs, Natural History, Industry & Science, Agriculture, Domestic History, Social & Local History, Historic Buildings

Open Afternoons from April to October 2pm till 5pm. Admission is free

Stamner Rural Museum
Stanmer Park
Stanmer
Brighton
Sussex

Join a possible audience in excess of 25,000, at the Sussex Game and Country Fair. Held over two days, on the 18th and 19th June 2011 this is a premier Event to go to in your motorhome hire.  If you are a competitive field sportsman, the Sussex Game and Country Fair offers world-class championship events in clay shooting, gundogs, airguns, and terrier & lurchers. The Mitsubishi Motors World Series Clay Pigeon Shooting and Gundog Championships have the largest prize in this sports event including two brand new Mitsubishi vehicles and cash prizes worth over £10,000! It could easily tempt you to try your hand at clay pigeon shooting and who knows, in a few years time you could be picking up this sort of prize money! The gundog competitions are really fun to watch and animal lovers won’t fail to notice how much the dogs enjoy these events. The gundog breeds come in all shapes and sizes, each specifically bred for a purpose and if you love watching dogs in action this can’t be missed. I cannot list all the displays and stands here, there is simply a great deal to see and do and it is worth getting a ticket for the two days if you want to see it all.  Live music, and displays in the Main Arena form just part of the fun. There are trade stands in abundance so plenty of opportunity for retail therapy. Sussex Game and Country Fair could well be the highlight of your campervan hire holiday.  If you are traveling north or south on holiday during the 18th and 19th September  stop and spend time enjoying this truly British country event.

Sussex Game and Country Fair 2011
Parham Park
West Sussex
RH20 4HS

The famous battle of Hastings took place on 14th October 1066. The 2011 Battle will be taking place on 15th and 16th October over the weekend! This of course is a reenactment  so all the glory and spectacle without  the blood and gore! Taking place between 10am and 4pm this is as civilized as battles get and hopefully no one gets hurt in the process. Originally fought between the Norman Army of Duke William of Normandy and the English Army of King Harold the reenactment will have soldiers representing both armies. The battle was fought at Senlac Hill, six miles northwest of Hastings close to the village of Battle in East Sussex. With a possible 400 soldiers in costume, and some on horseback  the present day battle will be a thrilling spectacle. Travel in your Sussex Motorhome Hire for a weekend to remember with all the family. Purchase your tickets in advance and remember to pack those cameras and binoculars. Check out the English Heritage website for further information by clicking on the blue text for the Battle of Hastings 2011.

High Street
Battle
East Sussex
TN33 0AD

Grab yourself an early bird ticket for the 3 day Great Escape Festival 2010 while you can and get bargain entry to the event hosted over 30 locations in Brighton with over 300 global acts appearing. Check the official website for a list of confirmed artists as they are announced. Bands that performed at the event in 2009 include The Maccabees, Babyshambles, Kasabian and Metronomy.

The Great Escape Festival 2010 runs from Thursday 13th until Saturday 15th May. Hire a motorhome and enjoy the event in luxury, share with your family or friends and save on hotel costs. Whilst in the area why not explore more of Brighton and Hove on the road?

Great Escape Festival 2010
Brighton

Telephone: +44 (0)207 688 9000
Email: info@escapegreat.com

The Lillies Caravan

Set in 3 acres of secluded countryside. The campsite has a no casual visitors policy so phone to book. This helps make the place unspoilt. Motorhomes are welcome.

The Lillies Caravan
Yapton Road
Barnham
Bognor Regis
West Sussex
PO22 0AY

Tel: 01243 552081
Fax: 01243 552081

The Observatory Science Centre is two miles east of Herstmonceux village, on the Boreham Street to Pevensey Road. Look for the sign to ‘Herstmonceux Castle and Science Centre’ from the A271. The entrance is at the junction of Wartling Road and Halley Road (Private)

The Observatory Science Centre
Herstmonceux
hailsham
East Sussex
BN27 1RN
Tel: 01323 832731

The museum is a Leconfield Estate worker’s cottage restored and furnished as it might have been in about 1910.

Petworth Cottage Museum
346 High Street
Petworth
West Sussex

If you are touring Sussex in a motorhome then why not take a visit to The Royal Pavilion, a former royal residence situated in Brighton.

Dating back to the early 19th century, The Royal Pavilion offers a plethora of lavishly decorated rooms. Asian design influences much of the palace and is reflected in the choice of carvings and daring colours.

Banquets and music events are held at the Pavilion on a regular basis and are well worth experiencing.

4/5 Pavilion Buildings
Brighton
BN1 1EE
General enquiries: +44(0) 3000 290900
Fax: +44 (0) 3000 290908
Email: visitor.services@brighton-hove.gov.uk

Converted from a stable block where Rodin’s THE KISS was stored for many years is this new gallery.

Thebes Gallery
Church Twitten
Lewes
East Sussex
BN7 2LX

Telephone: 01273 484214

Wakehurst Place, managed by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, is an outstanding place to visit. Home also to some national plant collections and the Millennium Seed Collection.

Royal Botanic Gardens
Wakehurst Place
Ardingly
Nr Haywards Heath
West Sussex
RH17 6TN

50 acres house a collection of nearly 50 historic buildings dating from the 13th to the 19th century, many with period gardens, together with farm animals, woodland walks and a picturesque lake.

Weald & Downland Open Air Museum
Singleton
Chichester
West Sussex
PO18 0E
England

Telephone: ? ? ? ? 01243 811363

West Dean Gardens must be a paradise for gardeners and a delight for all the family to visit. There is everything here you could wish for in gardens, sunken gardens, park land gardens, walled gardens, vegetable and fruit gardens and much much more. This garden is recognised as having national importance and it is truly a living treasure of plants and planting. On a lovely sunny summers day strolling around thiscolourful place, taking in the scents and sights will be a welcome experience. When you are there look out for the two fibreglass tree sculptures. These were created around existing rotting trees, the tree has since rotted away leaving the encased fibreglass behind. A ghost tree that bears the original bark markings of its once living host. A team of gardeners work full time on the gardens and it also includes many volunteers all working to maintain the gardens in tip top condition. There is a garden shop and cafe on site as well as galleries exhibiting local art works.The gardens are not open every day so check and plan your visit prior to setting out.If you are planning alterations to your garden at home West Dean Gardens are likely to inspire you to greater heights! Travel in your London Motorhome hire, to West Sussex near Chichester. For more detailed information of the many attractions here and admission times and prices, click the blue text below.

West Dean Gardens
West Dean
Nr Chichester
West Sussex
PO18 0RX
England

Telephone:  +44 (0)1243 818210