Finding Arundel

Discovering Arundel

Arundel is the Historic Heart of the South Downs and your first view of the town is guaranteed to take your breath away. Dominated by the 11th Century Norman Castle and Roman Catholic gothic cathedral which sit side-by-side, high on a hillside, Arundel has quaint narrow streets, specialist shops and a good mix of restaurants and bars, including our own.

Historic and beautiful – that's the best way to describe charming Arundel. Arundel Castle has been home to the Dukes of Norfolk & their ancestors for over 850 years and is well worth a visit. So too is the Cathedral of Our Lady & St Philip Howard - a Victorian Gothic Catholic Cathedral designed by Joseph Hansom who designed the Hansom Cab. Close by is St Nicholas Church and the Fitzalan Chapel. This unique building accommodates a Church of England and a Catholic section. Entrance to the Church of England church is on London Road and the Catholic chapel is accessed through the Castle grounds!

Arundel Wetland Centre has 26 hectares of naturalised landscapes and wetland habitats holding many hundreds of exotic wildfowl from around the world.Set in ancient woodlands in the middle of the South Downs; adjacent to the River Arun; overlooked by the historic Arundel Castle skyline the centre also attracts many wild birds to the lakes, reed beds and woodland areas on the site. Free Safaris on quiet, electric boats are offered everyday weather permitting. Gliding along the waterways of the new Wetlands Discovery area you can discover the joys of seeing wild flora & fauna in their natural environment.

Chalk Spring Fishery is situated in an attractive woodland valley on the Duke of Norfolk's Estate at Arundel, West Sussex. Although only a few minutes from the centre of the town, with its distant view of the cathedral, it provides an ideal and tranquil venue for fly fishing. The fishery has about five acres of water and is fed by natural springs, helping to keep the lakes cool and crystal clear throughout the year. The excellent clarity of the water offers fishermen a unique opportunity to stalk high quality brown and rainbow trout.

Discovering West Sussex

Pulborough is home to West Sussex Golf Club. It is an exceptional home. Most holes are visually stunning, with clear definition from skilful use of heather and sand, natural placement of fairway and green and views to Sussex countryside. It is a lasting testament to its designers and to the meticulous care with which it is still tended. Regularly judged one of the outstanding inland courses in Britain, it tests the best players but is short enough to give the less proficient equal enjoyment.

Visitors are made welcome on most days of the year as guests of a member, or as part of a society or as a member of another recognised golf club in the UK or abroad. All visitors are treated as a member for the day and can therefore enjoy all our facilities. For those yet to make a visit, we can undoubtedly say West Sussex will make your journey worthwhile.

With plenty to do and see in Arundel and the local area, you may not need to travel very far. However the surrounding county and cities also have their own charms, secrets and opportunities for a great day out. We have added a link to a useful website dedicated to the promotion of Arundel called arundel.org.uk, and we can help with any other interests that you may have.