Surprising Arisings from the Beach!

Surprising arisings from the beach!

There is masses of news about litter and pollution – which is a good thing. More awareness is essential if we don’t want to kill ourselves off in double quick time! What is also noticeable around the Chichester area (as … Read MoreRead More

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New extension for St James’ Church, Birdham

Beautifully melding the old church with the new, stylish extension it makes it even more user-friendly – for gatherings, meetings etc. It also has a refectory – so is ideal for village gatherings. … Read More

Fireworks Free stays for your dog, and you

Fireworks-free visits for nervous dogs

Autumn – means fireworks in many places – and terror for your pets. They cower in corners, under beds or won’t leave your side… sound familiar? Do you want to get away, at least for a weekend and get through … Read MoreRead More

Autumn Activities local to Chichester

The farming year is turning – it’s Autumn

The mornings are getting much darker, the evenings too and the soil is cooling. Its the time of year for warming stews, evenings by the TV with crumpets and Marmite plus the big TV shows. Its a cosy time of … Read MoreRead More

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We have a commitment to the environment – do you?

Gayle Palmer, your host, along with her dog, Echo – have an ongoing commitment to the local environment. We are part of the voluntary Sidlesham Litter Pickers – villagers who in their own time go and and keep the roads and … Read MoreRead More

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Back to school – but still reasons to visit

So its nearly the end of the Summer holidays – but there are still so many late Summer / Autumn attractions and events taking place – why not make the most of a short stay? … Read More

Itchenor Village- a unique gem in West Sussex

Itchenor – an unusual village

Itchenor is an unusual village – if nothing else just for its unique name! It is 7 miles from Chichester on the Manhood Peninsula and has one road in / out. AT the end of the one road in is … Read MoreRead More

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Festival of Speed at Goodwood – Accommodation near the event

The Festival of Speed at Goodwood is a huge motor show, and more! – So to get the most out of it by planning your day(s) and your stay. (Accomm still available!) The main website is a help – Goodwood FOS webpage but … Read MoreRead More

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The highs of Hayling Island

Hayling Island is positioned between Chichester and Langstone Harbours on the South Coast with its southern shore on The Solent facing the Isle of Wight. It has one way on and off – the road bridge which comes in at … Read MoreRead More

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Chilli Fiesta at West Dean Gardens 2017

Chilli Fiesta 11 – 13 August 2017 Put the dates in your diary for next year! Save 20% and book early bird tickets today! The UK’s biggest chilli festival returns. Join the party and dance to live Latin music, watch cookery … Read More