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and W Sussex Road Map (A-Z Road Maps & Atlases).
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The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust, Mill Street, Arundel, West,
Sussex, BN18 9PB. Tel: 01903 883355. The new visitor centre at
Arundel is surrounded by ancient woodland and overlooked by the
town's historic castle. The wetlands at Arundel are home to many
rare species of wetland wildlife. Note: dogs are not allowed
in WWT Centres, except for Guide Dogs. Charges apply. www.wwt.org.uk.
About 1 mile north of Arundel.
Arundel Castle, Arundel,
West Sussex BN18 9AB. Tel: 01903 882173. Set in 40 acres of sweeping
grounds and gardens. It is one of the Treasure Houses of England,
and home to priceless works of art. Paintings and furniture,
tapestries and stained glass, china and clocks, sculpture and
carving, heraldry and armour in stunning room settings. www.arundelcastle.org.
Location: In the centre of Arundel.
Fontwell Park Racecourse, Fontwell, Nr Arundel, West Sussex,
BN18 0SX. Tel: 01243 543 335. Fontwell Park is a diverse leisure
venue that offers everything from horse racing to large outdoor
events such as concerts. The Racecourse is undoubtedly one of
the most intimate and friendly racecourses in the country. www.fontwellpark.co.uk.
About 5 miles west of Arundel.
Parham House, Storrington,
near Pulborough, West Sussex, RH20 4HS. Elizabethan house is
set in an ancient deer park below the Downs near Pulborough,
West Sussex. Award-winning romantic walled garden, pleasure grounds,
lake, maze and historic wendy house. Important collection of
historic portraits, furniture, paintings. www.parhaminsussex.co.uk.
About 5 miles north of Arundel.
Barnham Windmill, Yapton Road, Barnham, Bognor Regis, West Sussex,
PO22 0BD. Tel: 01243 555728. Barnham Windmill was operational
between 1829 and 1963. It is currently being restored (2006)
to full working order. Still worth a visit and the tea rooms
are open. About 4 miles west of Arundel.
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