Sophie’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Fabulous walk from the Garden Studio up to the top of the South Downs to walk to the Ironage Hilfort Chanctonbury Ring
28 locals recommend
South Downs Way
South Downs WayFabulous walk from the Garden Studio up to the top of the South Downs to walk to the Ironage Hilfort Chanctonbury Ring
Great walk around the rewilded Knepp Estate. Remember to take binoculars in case you see the White Storks.
11 locals recommend
Knepp Estate - Rewilding Area
Swallows LaneGreat walk around the rewilded Knepp Estate. Remember to take binoculars in case you see the White Storks.
8 acres of naturalistic planted garden, cafe and short courses. Summer opening only
15 locals recommend
Sussex Prairies Garden
Wheatsheaf Road8 acres of naturalistic planted garden, cafe and short courses. Summer opening only
Historical house and home to the Bloomsbury group. Tours of the house, garden, cafe and shop
93 locals recommend
Charleston Trust
Historical house and home to the Bloomsbury group. Tours of the house, garden, cafe and shop
Food scene
Perch on Lancing Beach
28 Brighton RdGreat cafe on the beach with easy parking
CrabShack
2 Marine ParadeSeafood restaurant on Worthing seafront
Fountain Ashurst
Great local pub about 5 mins drive away, with nice garden
Lovely 1.5 hour walk from the garden studio up on the South Downs past Chanctonbury ring to Chalk restaurant which is open for tea/coffee and lunch
12 locals recommend
Wiston Estate Winery
Lovely 1.5 hour walk from the garden studio up on the South Downs past Chanctonbury ring to Chalk restaurant which is open for tea/coffee and lunch
City/town information
Brighton
Bustling city with cafes, buskers and independent shops.