South Downs Splendours

One of the UK’s most diverse regions, Sussex encompasses picturesque coastline, the serene rolling hills of the South Downs National Park and bustling market towns. The classic seaside resort of Bognor Regis is a great base to explore and discover the charms of Sussex and the South Downs. It has long been one of the UK's favourite coastal towns and regularly tops the charts for the most sunshine hours in a year! So why not head South – there really is something for everyone!Great Excursions Included
DAY 1 - From your chosen joining point your feeder vehicle will take you to your designated interchange point where your holiday begins. After joining your holiday coach, travel south with a stop in Guildford for lunch. Continue to the coast to check into 3* Best Western Beachcroft Hotel just outside Bognor Regis with a welcome tea / coffee on arrival. DBBDAY 2 - 4 At leisure with two included excursions.INCLUDED EXCURSIONSWeald & Downland Living Museum and Charming ChichesterThis morning head off to the unique Weald & Downland living Museum, an open-air museum with a collection of over 50 rescued rural buildings spanning a period of 600 years. You may recognise the museum as being the home of the BBC's 'The Repair Shop' series and it is a remarkable microcosm of South East English history. Continue to the lively Georgian town of Chichester, the county town of West Sussex, located at the foot of the South Downs, is almost entirely encircled by its medieval walls. There will be time at leisure this morning to explore the streets of elegant 18th century town houses as well as the magnificent cathedral.Denmans Garden & South Downs Scenic DriveThis morning's visit is to the stunning 4-acre Denmans Garden, the former home and garden of internationally renowned landscape designer, John Brooke. At the foot of the South Downs, the site features unusual plants, gravel gardens and conservatory and has year-round interest, structure and colour. Then take a scenic drive through the rolling hills of the South Downs National Park's landscapes, full of breath-taking views, hidden gems and quintessentially English scenery. A rich tapestry of wildlife, landscapes and tranquillity weave together a story of people and place in harmony in England's newest national park, designated on 31 March 2010. First stop is Arundel, one of the county’s most beautiful towns which is dominated by its huge fairy-tale castle (entrance not included). Travel on to lovely Midhurst, a thriving country town with a mix of medieval, Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian architecture.OPTIONAL EXCURSIONWonderful Worthing or Brilliant BrightonHead along the coast to the classic seaside resort of Worthing – a lively destination for shopping, eating and entertainment. Its wide, flat palm-lined seafront promenade is ideal for a stroll and the Art Deco architecture of the iconic Worthing Pier adds a touch of historic class. Alternatively carry on to Brighton, the city by the sea and surely one of Britain’s most colourful, bohemian and vibrant seaside resorts with a hedonistic joie-de-vivre like no other. What a great place to spend a day whether you want to reminisce about the heady days of the mods and rockers, are keen to try the futuristic Brighton i360 or to explore the maze of tiny alleyways called The Lanes. Or you could just blow the cobwebs away with a stroll on the Palace Pier.DAY 5 - After a leisurely breakfast, it's homeward bound with a stop en-route (time permitting) before heading to interchange and your home towns this evening.SEAFRONT POSITION .

BEST WESTERN BEACHCROFT HOTEL, BW SIGNATURE COLLECTIONWith its lovely beachfront location overlooking the English Channel, in a residential area in the village of Felpham just outside Bognor Regis,

3* Best Western Signature Collection Beachcroft Hotel is ideally placed for a stroll along the flat promenade (approx.15 mins to the town centre).


The 38 traditional guestrooms offer TV, Wifi, hairdryer and tea / coffee making facilities and many have a seaview.


There is a heated indoor pool as well as a restaurant overlooking the sea, outside terrace and cosy bar. Singles are double for sole use.


There is no lift but some ground floor accommodation

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