Beaches
If you love a sea swim, or just a paddle, we are perfectly situated by some of the loveliest beaches in the UK. West Wittering beach is a top attraction, with its stunning sand dunes and colourful beach huts.
Pre-booking for West Wittering beach car park is recommended. Please follow this link and book your place before you come and stay with us to make sure you don’t miss out!
West Wittering Beach | West Wittering Beach (westwitteringestate.co.uk)
If you’d rather avoid the crowds, East Wittering or East Beach in Selsey are great alternatives. The only difference being they are pebble instead of sand, but both are still popular with locals and surfers alike.
Villages
Bosham Hoe and Itchenor are both quaint waterfront villages offering good pubs and ice cream in abundance.
Visit both in one day by catching the seasonal ferry which runs between the two. Bikes and dogs are permitted and it makes for a great addition to any walk.
Chichester city centre has lots of lovely independent shops and restaurants as well as the stunning cathedral to admire, or catch a performance at the world renowned Chichester Festival Theatre.
Goodwood
Firm favourites in the local calendar, Goodwood holds some of the best festivals in Motorsport, attracting visitors far and wide. Whether you’re attending the Goodwood Festival of Speed or the Revival, Meadowgate Shepherd Huts makes the perfect base for your visit.
Walking
There are lots of lovely walking routes right on the doorstep, including some of the best areas of the South Downs National Park. Pagham Nature reserve
( Pagham Harbour Local Nature Reserve, West Sussex - The RSPB)
is a perfect spot for budding ornithologists, or head to Chichester Marina for a meander through the boats and stunning harbour views.
Chichester Marina - South Coast Marinas | Premier Marinas
Harting Down and Kingley Vale are all within half an hour’s drive and offer a slightly more challenging hike for those who are keen explorers.
One of our favourite spots, especially for families and those with dogs is the Weald and Downland Open Air museum- now famous for being the location of the BBC’s Repair Shop. It is a great day out.
Explore The Weald & Downland Living Museum in Chichester (wealddown.co.uk)
Cycling
The route 55 cycle path passes right through Sidlesham. This mainly off road cycle route will take you through beautiful open fields North to Chichester city centre, or South down to Pagham Nature reserve.
Salterns Way cycle route runs from Chichester to West Wittering Beach and is a great option for avoiding the queue of traffic for the beach car park which can sometimes form on the hottest summer days.
Weddings
With so many beautiful wedding venues on our doorstep, our Shepherd Huts are a perfect choice to access many Wedding locations across West Sussex. Our Shepherd Huts are available to book individually or as a whole group to make it a special occasion to remember from start to finish.
Southend Barns is in the village of Sidlesham and is a top local wedding venue. Click here for more details:
Barn Wedding Venue Sussex - Southend Barns
If you are searching for the perfect celebrant to conduct your ceremony, we highly recommend Jane Blackman. Jane offers a bespoke service . She can be contacted at:
For all your photography requirements, we recommend Firefly Photographic. They took the external shots of our huts on the website. Alex can be contacted via the link below:
KELLY HEARN PHOTOGRAPHY AT SOUTHEND BARNS
WEST WITTERING BEACH
BAKED FISH AT THE CROWN & ANCHOR, DELL QUAY
GOODWOOD REVIVAL
BOSHAM HOE
DRIFT-IN WEST WITTERING
DRIFT-IN WEST WITTERING
CHICHESTER FESTIVAL THEATRE. IMAGE BY PHILIP VILE
THE SOUTH DOWNS NATIONAL PARK. IMAGE COURTESY OF SDNPA
CYCLING THROUGH THE SOUTH DOWNS NATIONAL PARK. IMAGE COURTESY OF SDNPA
GOODWOOD FESTIVAL OF SPEED
Places to eat
Drift Inn Café - East Wittering
Relaxed independent café, popular with locals and surfers.
Billys on the Beach - Bracklesham
Restaurant and seaside café in Bracklesham Bay.
The Crown and Anchor - Apuldram
Pub with stunning water front views, pre-booking advised.
CIDER HOUSE KITCHEN
Relaxed Pizzeria serving authentic Italian cuisine.
The Crab and Lobster - Sidlesham
Fine dining in a 350 year old pub.
The Lamb - Birdham
Family friendly pub, with a contemporary menu and outdoor seating.
The Anchor Inn- Sidlesham
Pub within a short walk from the huts. This is the one you will see as you turn into Street End Lane. Pub restaurant with great carvery. https://theanchor.pub/. It is a good idea to call in or telephone to make a booking - especially on a Sunday!