Shona’s guidebook to the area
Local village
In the village you will find the lovely dog friendly pub that serves food and the local village shop and post office. There is also the social club and village green.
Barns Green
In the village you will find the lovely dog friendly pub that serves food and the local village shop and post office. There is also the social club and village green.
Nearby Towns and Villages
Horsham is a market town that is just a 15 minute drive from the barn and offers an attractive place to go shopping, visit the park, eat out and wander around the weekly market in the town centre.
One of Horsham’s most attractive streets – The Causeway – is well worth strolling down, to admire the historic houses and visit St Mary’s Church at the end of the street. Piries Place in the heart of the town has also been recently developed and is now home to a whole range of trendy restaurants and bars, as well as the Everyman Cinema.
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Horsham
Horsham is a market town that is just a 15 minute drive from the barn and offers an attractive place to go shopping, visit the park, eat out and wander around the weekly market in the town centre.
One of Horsham’s most attractive streets – The Causeway – is well worth strolling down, to admire the historic houses and visit St Mary’s Church at the end of the street. Piries Place in the heart of the town has also been recently developed and is now home to a whole range of trendy restaurants and bars, as well as the Everyman Cinema.
Slinfold is a beautiful village a 10 minute drive away that also boasts a stunning golf club and country club.
Once at the centre of a witch's tale - Slinfold has been ranked as one of the most beautiful places to live in Britain
Slinfold
Slinfold is a beautiful village a 10 minute drive away that also boasts a stunning golf club and country club.
Once at the centre of a witch's tale - Slinfold has been ranked as one of the most beautiful places to live in Britain
Petworth is just a 20 minute drive away and is a historic town with pretty streets and array of cute cafés and classic pubs are the ideal tonic to the relentless buzz of the city. This peaceful West Sussex town is best known for Petworth House, but is also perfect for those looking to pick up trinkets in its first-rate antique shops or explore the South Downs by foot.
Petworth Park is a lush 700-acre park attached to National Trust-owned Petworth House. Don’t fancy snooping around the grand pile? Access the park for free through a separate entrance. As well as being a beautiful place to wander, it’s home to a whopping 700 fallow deer .
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Petworth
Petworth is just a 20 minute drive away and is a historic town with pretty streets and array of cute cafés and classic pubs are the ideal tonic to the relentless buzz of the city. This peaceful West Sussex town is best known for Petworth House, but is also perfect for those looking to pick up trinkets in its first-rate antique shops or explore the South Downs by foot.
Petworth Park is a lush 700-acre park attached to National Trust-owned Petworth House. Don’t fancy snooping around the grand pile? Access the park for free through a separate entrance. As well as being a beautiful place to wander, it’s home to a whopping 700 fallow deer .
Walks
We are lucky to have Sumners Ponds so near to us , (you can access is through our rear woodland gate). It is a unique and beautiful spot set in tranquil countryside amongst 100 acres of lakes, woodland and pasture. The perfect oasis for walks or a drink and bite to eat at the cafe on the lake.
Sumners Ponds
Chapel RoadWe are lucky to have Sumners Ponds so near to us , (you can access is through our rear woodland gate). It is a unique and beautiful spot set in tranquil countryside amongst 100 acres of lakes, woodland and pasture. The perfect oasis for walks or a drink and bite to eat at the cafe on the lake.
From the barn you can walk to Itchingfield church through stunning countryside (45 minute walk) or continue on the literary trail to Elmshurts Farm and Shiprods farm (called the Barns Green loop), with views of the south downs to complete a 6 mile loop back to the barn.
Itchingfield
From the barn you can walk to Itchingfield church through stunning countryside (45 minute walk) or continue on the literary trail to Elmshurts Farm and Shiprods farm (called the Barns Green loop), with views of the south downs to complete a 6 mile loop back to the barn.
The Downs Link is a long-distance route for walkers, horse riders and cyclists which follows two disused railway lines. It crosses the Surrey Hills, the Low Weald, the South Downs and the Coastal Plain. Since the trains departed in the 1960s, the embankments and cuttings have become a green corridor for wildlife and people. The route uses Public Rights of Way, including sections of farm tracks and the road network.
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Downs Link
The Downs Link is a long-distance route for walkers, horse riders and cyclists which follows two disused railway lines. It crosses the Surrey Hills, the Low Weald, the South Downs and the Coastal Plain. Since the trains departed in the 1960s, the embankments and cuttings have become a green corridor for wildlife and people. The route uses Public Rights of Way, including sections of farm tracks and the road network.
A short 12 minute drive is Knepp castle and estate. There are 16 miles of public and permissive footpaths within the Knepp Rewilding project, which cover an area of 3,500 acres, and five tree viewing-platforms, close to public footpaths, offering wonderful panoramas of the surrounding countryside. There is also a bird-hide overlooking Knepp Lake.
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Knepp Estate - Rewilding Area
Swallows LaneA short 12 minute drive is Knepp castle and estate. There are 16 miles of public and permissive footpaths within the Knepp Rewilding project, which cover an area of 3,500 acres, and five tree viewing-platforms, close to public footpaths, offering wonderful panoramas of the surrounding countryside. There is also a bird-hide overlooking Knepp Lake.
Leechpool Woods is a 53-acre site of ancient woodland. There are five signposted walking trails that cover different habitats, including a sculpture trail. Owlbeech Woods is restored heathland that supports a rare selection of flora and fauna. Admission to both sites is free and they are open all year round. (20 minutes drive)
Leechpool and Owlbeech Woods Car Park
B2195Leechpool Woods is a 53-acre site of ancient woodland. There are five signposted walking trails that cover different habitats, including a sculpture trail. Owlbeech Woods is restored heathland that supports a rare selection of flora and fauna. Admission to both sites is free and they are open all year round. (20 minutes drive)
Buchan Country Park is set in 170 acres of beautiful countryside and has won the Green Flag Award, which recognises the best green spaces in the UK, every year since 2010.
Buchan park is an excellent place for walking, watching wildlife or enjoying a picnic. We also have a number of sculptures dotted around the park which families can have fun hunting for. (28 minutes drive)
Buchan Country Park
Horsham RoadBuchan Country Park is set in 170 acres of beautiful countryside and has won the Green Flag Award, which recognises the best green spaces in the UK, every year since 2010.
Buchan park is an excellent place for walking, watching wildlife or enjoying a picnic. We also have a number of sculptures dotted around the park which families can have fun hunting for. (28 minutes drive)
Horsham Riverside Walk is a circular walk of 13 miles long which virtually encompasses the town of Horsham using paths alongside various watercourses.
The walk passes through a number of different landscapes including woodland, pastures and farmland. The historical importance of the rivers is also reflected in the sites along the route. These include several mills, the remains of a motte and bailey castle and Leechpool woods. (15 minute drive)
Riverside
RiversideHorsham Riverside Walk is a circular walk of 13 miles long which virtually encompasses the town of Horsham using paths alongside various watercourses.
The walk passes through a number of different landscapes including woodland, pastures and farmland. The historical importance of the rivers is also reflected in the sites along the route. These include several mills, the remains of a motte and bailey castle and Leechpool woods. (15 minute drive)
Beaches
Climping beach is a quiet rural beach a 40 minute drive from the barn.. Like many of the beaches along this stretch of the Sussex coast it is made up of shingle and pebbles held in place by a series of wooden groynes. As the tide goes out a vast expanse of sand is exposed.
One of Climping’s claims to fame is it was used as a location in a couple of episodes of Doctor Who in the 60s and 70s.
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Climping Beach
Climping beach is a quiet rural beach a 40 minute drive from the barn.. Like many of the beaches along this stretch of the Sussex coast it is made up of shingle and pebbles held in place by a series of wooden groynes. As the tide goes out a vast expanse of sand is exposed.
One of Climping’s claims to fame is it was used as a location in a couple of episodes of Doctor Who in the 60s and 70s.
Worthing is a vibrant seaside town with plenty of shops and no shortage of places to eat and drink. The Dome cinema by the seafront is one of the oldest working cinemas in the country, having been running since 1911. The Worthing Festival is held during the last two weeks of July each year. It includes a fairground along the town’s promenade.
The gently sloping beach at Worthing is sand and shingle, with most of the sandier parts being covered as the tide moves in. This means low tide is definitely the time to visit with kids as there are also some rock pools uncovered. Popular activities on the beach include fishing, windsurfing and swimming, although there is no lifeguard service. There is zoning for water sports.
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Worthing Beach
Marine ParadeWorthing is a vibrant seaside town with plenty of shops and no shortage of places to eat and drink. The Dome cinema by the seafront is one of the oldest working cinemas in the country, having been running since 1911. The Worthing Festival is held during the last two weeks of July each year. It includes a fairground along the town’s promenade.
The gently sloping beach at Worthing is sand and shingle, with most of the sandier parts being covered as the tide moves in. This means low tide is definitely the time to visit with kids as there are also some rock pools uncovered. Popular activities on the beach include fishing, windsurfing and swimming, although there is no lifeguard service. There is zoning for water sports.
The mile long sand and shingle beach at Littlehampton is everything you would expect from a long established seaside resort. There is a promenade, amusements, theme park, well maintained seafront gardens and even the UK’s longest bench. Yes, there is a 1,000 feet long bench running along Littlehampton’s seafront.
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Littlehampton
The mile long sand and shingle beach at Littlehampton is everything you would expect from a long established seaside resort. There is a promenade, amusements, theme park, well maintained seafront gardens and even the UK’s longest bench. Yes, there is a 1,000 feet long bench running along Littlehampton’s seafront.
One of the UK’s most famous beaches, Brighton Beach is a pebbly beach with certified Blue Flag waters a 4-mile promenade that buzzes with life in all seasons.
The waters can be chilly but are popular for swimming and watersports such as windsurfing, sailing, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding and wakeboarding. They all look good from the comforts of a deckchair! Kids can have fun in the free paddling pool. Sand is imported each summer to accommodate the volleyball court.
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Brighton
One of the UK’s most famous beaches, Brighton Beach is a pebbly beach with certified Blue Flag waters a 4-mile promenade that buzzes with life in all seasons.
The waters can be chilly but are popular for swimming and watersports such as windsurfing, sailing, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding and wakeboarding. They all look good from the comforts of a deckchair! Kids can have fun in the free paddling pool. Sand is imported each summer to accommodate the volleyball court.
Places to Eat and Drink
The Queens Heads is our local dog friendly pub, just a 7 minute walk from the Barn and hosts an extensive food menu.
The Queens Head
Chapel RoadThe Queens Heads is our local dog friendly pub, just a 7 minute walk from the Barn and hosts an extensive food menu.
The Cafe by the Lake is open for drinks, cakes, pastries, hot food and snacks throughout the week. Throughout the summer it's open in the evening for regular feature nights such as, fish & chips, wood-fired pizza and mouth watering Sumners-own burgers. (2 minute walk)
The Cafe by the Lake
Chapel RoadThe Cafe by the Lake is open for drinks, cakes, pastries, hot food and snacks throughout the week. Throughout the summer it's open in the evening for regular feature nights such as, fish & chips, wood-fired pizza and mouth watering Sumners-own burgers. (2 minute walk)
I cannot praise the The Half Moon Kirdford highly enough!
Jodie Kidd’s beautiful grade II listed pub in the pretty Sussex village of Kirdford. It is a warm, homely place to unwind and enjoy the most amazing food. Please book first as it is so popular! (15 minute drive)
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The Half Moon, Kirdford
Glasshouse LaneI cannot praise the The Half Moon Kirdford highly enough!
Jodie Kidd’s beautiful grade II listed pub in the pretty Sussex village of Kirdford. It is a warm, homely place to unwind and enjoy the most amazing food. Please book first as it is so popular! (15 minute drive)
We love this place! It is does fantastic Brunches and also offers a beautiful dinner menu, so stunning and a wonderful relaxed atmosphere. (15 minute drive)
Kaya in the Park
North StreetWe love this place! It is does fantastic Brunches and also offers a beautiful dinner menu, so stunning and a wonderful relaxed atmosphere. (15 minute drive)
This is a unique find , its a wonderful gastopub, featured in the AA, Michelin and MasterChefs of Great Britain . The food is delicious! (15 minute drive)
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The Chequers Inn
Rowhook RoadThis is a unique find , its a wonderful gastopub, featured in the AA, Michelin and MasterChefs of Great Britain . The food is delicious! (15 minute drive)
Another wonderful Gastropub just a short n10 minute drive away.
Great atmosphere and food.
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The Bat and Ball Country Pub and Haywards Restaurant
Newpound LaneAnother wonderful Gastropub just a short n10 minute drive away.
Great atmosphere and food.
Restaurant Interlude won its first Michelin Star in August 2019. Executive Chef Jean Delport and his team continue to offer guests a unique dining experience, with a multi-course menu that changes with the seasons.
Ingredients are foraged directly from the 240-acre Grade I listed Leonardslee Lakes Gardens or ethically sourced from Sussex’s finest local producers. A special treat! (20 minute drive)
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Restaurant Interlude
Brighton RoadRestaurant Interlude won its first Michelin Star in August 2019. Executive Chef Jean Delport and his team continue to offer guests a unique dining experience, with a multi-course menu that changes with the seasons.
Ingredients are foraged directly from the 240-acre Grade I listed Leonardslee Lakes Gardens or ethically sourced from Sussex’s finest local producers. A special treat! (20 minute drive)
Set in the heart of Horsham town centre, Filippo's Italian Restaurant Pizzeria is an independent, family-run classic Italian restaurant. (15 minute drive)
Filippo's Italian Restaurant Pizzeria
5a Park PlaceSet in the heart of Horsham town centre, Filippo's Italian Restaurant Pizzeria is an independent, family-run classic Italian restaurant. (15 minute drive)
Things to do and see
Chesworth Farm is a secret paradise where you can see colourful wildflower displays; have a family walk or cycle ride well away from any roads; where you can watch owls fly during the day and walk through clouds of butterflies; where you can meet friendly cows and see rare sheep in a natural countryside setting which has been a farm since before 1086!
The farm is a 90 acre site of wild grassland and ancient hedgerow. It is also a farm steeped in history, where two of Henry VIIIs wives – Anne Boleyn and Katherine Howard – once lived. The farm is managed as a livestock farm, with numerous footpaths around the site, incorporating grassland, the River Arun, wet meadow, ancient hedgerows, and access to the greater countryside. (15 minute drive)
Chesworth Farm
Chesworth LaneChesworth Farm is a secret paradise where you can see colourful wildflower displays; have a family walk or cycle ride well away from any roads; where you can watch owls fly during the day and walk through clouds of butterflies; where you can meet friendly cows and see rare sheep in a natural countryside setting which has been a farm since before 1086!
The farm is a 90 acre site of wild grassland and ancient hedgerow. It is also a farm steeped in history, where two of Henry VIIIs wives – Anne Boleyn and Katherine Howard – once lived. The farm is managed as a livestock farm, with numerous footpaths around the site, incorporating grassland, the River Arun, wet meadow, ancient hedgerows, and access to the greater countryside. (15 minute drive)
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind tasting and tour experiencing the rich history of Nyetimber – and the chance to buy our finest wines at cellar door prices. (15 minute drive)
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Nyetimber
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind tasting and tour experiencing the rich history of Nyetimber – and the chance to buy our finest wines at cellar door prices. (15 minute drive)
South Downs Light Railway runs through the grounds of Pulborough Garden Centre and out into the country.
Steam hauled trains run every weekend and Bank Holiday from March to September and also on Wednesdays in school holidays. Special events are held during the season and especially in December when Santa resides in his special grotto and steam trains run to North Pole Station to see him. Santa has a quality gift for every boy and girl and there's a seasonal drink for the adults.
Each year the resident teddy bears with lots of their friends and relatives have a picnic. Children bringing their own teddies to join in the fun get a free train ride! (15 minute drive)
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South Downs Light Railway
Stopham RoadSouth Downs Light Railway runs through the grounds of Pulborough Garden Centre and out into the country.
Steam hauled trains run every weekend and Bank Holiday from March to September and also on Wednesdays in school holidays. Special events are held during the season and especially in December when Santa resides in his special grotto and steam trains run to North Pole Station to see him. Santa has a quality gift for every boy and girl and there's a seasonal drink for the adults.
Each year the resident teddy bears with lots of their friends and relatives have a picnic. Children bringing their own teddies to join in the fun get a free train ride! (15 minute drive)
Bignor Roman Villa is a great place to learn some interesting history in a beautiful setting, which includes the farm belonging to the family who are descended from the farmer who originally found the remains. For curious minded and scholastically encouraged kids, you can't beat a bit of villa!
Budding history buffs can find out about 2 academically different periods of time as the mosaics are covered by Georgian buildings, which have recently been renovated. It's a great chance to see how large such villas used to be, how they were laid out and the beautiful mosaic designs they used. Kids can also to learn about the discovery of this site and why the buildings which cover it are unique in their own right… spoilers!
You can also walk from Bignor Hill to Gumber farm and see several thousand sheep and lambs, plus a variety of rare wildlife such as fallow and roe deer and sometimes a Barn Owl. Because you've got the contented and well loved live exhibits to visit, this really is suitable for all ages, and easily either an educational or whimsical jaunt.
Check online for the exciting family events that are held throughout the year such as reenactments.
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Bignor Roman Villa
Bignor Roman Villa is a great place to learn some interesting history in a beautiful setting, which includes the farm belonging to the family who are descended from the farmer who originally found the remains. For curious minded and scholastically encouraged kids, you can't beat a bit of villa!
Budding history buffs can find out about 2 academically different periods of time as the mosaics are covered by Georgian buildings, which have recently been renovated. It's a great chance to see how large such villas used to be, how they were laid out and the beautiful mosaic designs they used. Kids can also to learn about the discovery of this site and why the buildings which cover it are unique in their own right… spoilers!
You can also walk from Bignor Hill to Gumber farm and see several thousand sheep and lambs, plus a variety of rare wildlife such as fallow and roe deer and sometimes a Barn Owl. Because you've got the contented and well loved live exhibits to visit, this really is suitable for all ages, and easily either an educational or whimsical jaunt.
Check online for the exciting family events that are held throughout the year such as reenactments.
There is nearly 1,000 years of history at the Arundel Castle, situated in magnificent grounds overlooking the River Arun in West Sussex and built at the end of the 11th century by Roger de Montgomery, Earl of Arundel.
Enjoy the grandeur of the finely preserved interior with its fascinating furniture, tapestries and rare collection of paintings by renowned artists including Van Dyck, Gainsborough and Canaletto.
Then explore the extensive grounds and formal gardens
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Arundel Castle
There is nearly 1,000 years of history at the Arundel Castle, situated in magnificent grounds overlooking the River Arun in West Sussex and built at the end of the 11th century by Roger de Montgomery, Earl of Arundel.
Enjoy the grandeur of the finely preserved interior with its fascinating furniture, tapestries and rare collection of paintings by renowned artists including Van Dyck, Gainsborough and Canaletto.
Then explore the extensive grounds and formal gardens
Adorable animals and raucous play - what more could you ask for? Fishers Farm Park is an award-winning hub for all of the above with a few special surprises.
Dr Doolittle himself would be delighted by a trip to the farm. Amongst alpacas, cockatoos and more, some of the residents have been rescued while others are rare breeds; either way, they all love a good fuss!
With 100 acres of outdoor space to enjoy, don't miss the quad bikes, a climbing wall and the knee-knocking Sky Fall challenge. If you're lucky enough to visit when it's hot, then the little ones can cool off at the popular Splash Attack.
If you get hungry, the Farmers Grill is open with a full menu, or you can grab an ice cream at Ramblers Retreat. (10 minute drive)
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Fishers Farm Park
Adorable animals and raucous play - what more could you ask for? Fishers Farm Park is an award-winning hub for all of the above with a few special surprises.
Dr Doolittle himself would be delighted by a trip to the farm. Amongst alpacas, cockatoos and more, some of the residents have been rescued while others are rare breeds; either way, they all love a good fuss!
With 100 acres of outdoor space to enjoy, don't miss the quad bikes, a climbing wall and the knee-knocking Sky Fall challenge. If you're lucky enough to visit when it's hot, then the little ones can cool off at the popular Splash Attack.
If you get hungry, the Farmers Grill is open with a full menu, or you can grab an ice cream at Ramblers Retreat. (10 minute drive)
Horsham Museum and Art Gallery is a local museum dedicated to local history and heritage. Well worth a visit. (15 minute drive)
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Horsham Museum and Art Gallery
9 CausewayHorsham Museum and Art Gallery is a local museum dedicated to local history and heritage. Well worth a visit. (15 minute drive)
A stunning single estate vineyard with winery, windmill and self-guided trail for visitors to follow. A warm welcome at the cellar door, with samples and yummy product to buy. (17 minute drive)
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Nutbourne Vineyards
A stunning single estate vineyard with winery, windmill and self-guided trail for visitors to follow. A warm welcome at the cellar door, with samples and yummy product to buy. (17 minute drive)
The Rec
Albion WayBowling, Roller skating and Live music at The Rec in Horsham.
Everyman Cinema Horsham
16 Piries PlaceLux cinema in Horsham
The Capitol, Horsham
North StreetCinema
Groceries
Barns Green village shop and post office is well stocked with everything you need. ( 7 minute walk)
Barns Green
Barns Green village shop and post office is well stocked with everything you need. ( 7 minute walk)
Great local farm shop, stocked with fresh local produce, worth a visit! (7 minute drive)
Westons Farm Shop
Weston's HillGreat local farm shop, stocked with fresh local produce, worth a visit! (7 minute drive)
Sainsbury's
7 Worthing RdBig supermarket with homeware section and parking. (15 minute drive)
Big supermarket with homeware and parking. (15 minute drive)
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Waitrose & Partners
18 Albion WayBig supermarket with homeware and parking. (15 minute drive)
Ocado Crawley
Whitworth Road
Just Eat UK Unit 1-2 Manor Industrial Estate
Newtown Road