Things to do at THE PIG-in the South Downs

Explore our patch tucked in the rolling hills of West Sussex

The South Downs is known for its National Park with plenty of great walks, historic towns and harbours, stunning south coastline and fabulous English wines. Here are a few of our recommendations for things to get up to whilst you are visiting THE PIG-in the South Downs.

Food & Drink

There are plenty of great local spots to visit for a bite to eat and a glass of something chilled.

The Little Barn London, Chichester (10 miles)

Is a lifestyle and food venue founded by a good friend of the piggy family, Emma Schwarz. It supports local producers as well as independent emerging food brands. It also includes a wellness studio.
Horseguards Inn, Tillington (10.8 miles)

A country pub and B&B with 3 bedrooms with views over the South Downs. The menu is small and seasonal based on what they can source from local suppliers, dug out of their vegetable patch, or foraged.
The Fox Goes Free, Charlton (12.5 miles)

A local pub and B&B serving locally sourced fresh food and local ales and great wines.
The George Eartham (5.9 miles)

Is a lovely local English pub serving seasonal food, with a breath-taking setting on the South Downs Park.
The Brew House Project (7 miles)

The Brew House Project is a taproom run by Arundel Brewery. One of the most important suppliers for the bar as we are very keen on small batch production and exploring products and producers local to us! It serves wood oven pizzas and a great selection of beer.
Parsons Table, Arundel (4.1 miles)

A favourite amongst the locals and its right on our doorstep. Owners Lee & Liz have travelled all around the world and have ample experience in the hospitality industry.
The Black Horse, Binsted (3.7 miles)

A firm favourite of THE PIG team. It is a friendly and welcoming country pub, which only a short 10-minute drive from the hotel.
The Highdown, Goring-by-Sea (15 miles)

A beautiful country house that was built by the Lyon family in 1820. Now a country pub with 13 bedrooms, it offers an array of local ales, and a bar crammed with lines of gins and malts.
East Beach Café, Littlehampton (9.1 miles)

Located right on the beach front, it has uninterrupted views out to sea. A classic English menu which serves fresh locally caught fish.
The Hollist Arms (13.8 miles)

A quintessential countryside pub with an emphasis on uncomplicated, but exquisitely executed food using locally sourced ingredients.
The Horse & Groom (12.7 miles)

A local pub that prides themselves on serving fresh local produce
The White Horse (5.7 miles)

A welcoming pub nestled in the heart of the village of Sutton, perfect to stop after a long walk through the rolling countryside of the South Downs National Park.

Our Local Patch

Explore our local patch! There is plenty to get up to right on our doorstep if you don’t fancy going too far.

By the water

We don’t know about you, but we LOVE being by the water! There are so many great coastal locations close to us that make the perfect day trip.

West Wittering Beach (18 miles)

Is known for being a beautiful sandy beach, picnic areas, a café and a wind and kitesurfing club.
Shoreham by-Sea (15 miles)

A pebble beach perfect for windsurfing, kite flying and sailing. It to the west of the historic harbour, where the river Adur enters the sea.
Climping Beach (8.4 miles)

A quiet rural shingle beach located halfway between Littlehampton and Bognor. They have activities available such as wind and kite surfing and a picnic area.
Littlehampton Beach (9 miles)

Has a promenade, amusement arcades, theme park, diving and snorkelling, fishing, sailing, kite surfing, swimming, and wind surfing. It also has a well-maintained seafront gardens and the UK’s longest bench.
Bracklesham Beach (16.9 miles)

Well known for great views over the Isle of Wight with activities such as kayaking, canoeing, diving, and snorkelling, fishing, sailing, swimming, surfing, wind surfing and water skiing.
South Lancing Beach (16.2 miles)

A very popular beach with dog walkers, and they offer kite surfing, sailing and wind surfing.
Pagham Beach (14.4 miles)

A popular beach for swimming, yachting, windsurfing, and walking. It is close to a nature reserve which is great for bird watching.

Explore Sussex

Explore the place we call home! There is so much to do in Sussex, here are a few of our top recommendations.

Arundel Castle and Gardens (3.7 miles)

Has origins back to 1067, with many original features of the castle present today. Visitors can wander through the beautiful award-winning gardens.
Chichester Cathedral (10.1 miles)

A 900-year-old cathedral, visitors can enter for free and have guided tours around the historic church.
Wetlands Centre, Arundel (5.1 miles)

One of nine wildfowl and wetland nature reserves, visitors can explore the 60 acres reserve situated at the foot of the Offham Hangar, a part of the Arun valley in Arundel, West Sussex, England.
Chichester Harbour (25.4 miles)

An extremely popular harbour offering boat trips, walks around the harbour and a bird sanctuary.
Chichester Canal (11.7 miles)

Opened in 1822, the canal offers boat trips, rowing, fishing, canoeing, walking and refreshments.
West Dean Gardens (13 miles)

Is a historic attraction with an Edwardian pergola, Victorian glasshouses and walled kitchen garden.
Moncrieff-Bray Gallery

Situated outside Petworth in the heart of the South Downs National Park, you will find this spectacular converted barn gallery that over looks stunning views of the Rother Valley.
Petworth

Petworth is a small town steeped in history just outside of Chichester. Here you will find Petworth House and Park, a 17th-century mansion with an amazing art and sculpture collection.

Attractions

Looking for an adventurous day out? There are plenty of fun-packed local attractions to choose from…

Vineyards

Our location means we are close to some amazing local vineyards, all worth visiting if you fancy learning more about what we pour at THE PIG-in the South Downs

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Things to do at THE PIG-in the South Downs

Explore our patch tucked in the rolling hills of West Sussex

Food & Drink

The Little Barn London, Chichester (10 miles)

Horseguards Inn, Tillington (10.8 miles)

The Fox Goes Free, Charlton (12.5 miles)

The George Eartham (5.9 miles)

The Brew House Project (7 miles)

Parsons Table, Arundel (4.1 miles)

The Black Horse, Binsted (3.7 miles)

The Highdown, Goring-by-Sea (15 miles)

East Beach Café, Littlehampton (9.1 miles)

The Hollist Arms (13.8 miles)

The Horse & Groom (12.7 miles)

The White Horse (5.7 miles)

Our Local Patch

Charlie’s Farm Shop (3.5 miles)

Riverside, Amberley, South Downs (3 miles)

The South Downs Way (4/7 miles)

Marmalade Mountain Biking

Arundel at Christmas (4 miles)

By the water

West Wittering Beach (18 miles)

Shoreham by-Sea (15 miles)

Climping Beach (8.4 miles)

Littlehampton Beach (9 miles)

Bracklesham Beach (16.9 miles)

South Lancing Beach (16.2 miles)

Pagham Beach (14.4 miles)

Explore Sussex

Arundel Castle and Gardens (3.7 miles)

Chichester Cathedral (10.1 miles)

Wetlands Centre, Arundel (5.1 miles)

Chichester Harbour (25.4 miles)

Chichester Canal (11.7 miles)

West Dean Gardens (13 miles)

Moncrieff-Bray Gallery

Petworth

Attractions

Fontwell Racecourse (3.6 miles)

Goodwood (10 miles)

Cowdray Park (15.2 miles)

Vineyards

Rathfinny (45 miles)

Digby – Tasting Room in Arundel (4.2 miles)

Artelium (31 miles)

Wiston (11.8 miles)

Bolney (22 miles)

Bluebell (34 miles)

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