GO BACK IN TIME IN ARUNDEL
You’ll spot the town of Arundel from your train or car window long before you’ve arrived, thanks to the impressive medieval Arundel Castle that rises imposinglyabove the River Arun.
Founded in 1067 by Roger de Montgomery, one of William the Conqueror’s most loyal followers, the castle was restored to its current glory in the 19th century, and now serves as the ancestral seat (and current home!) of the 18th Duke of Norfolk. Today, you can explore the impressive castle, watch a castle siege enactment, or stroll through the tranquil themed gardens which come alive with plant fairs during summer too.
With the river Arun through the middle, the town itself is about as quaint and picture-perfect as an English town gets – which is probably why it was voted Europe’s most relaxing weekend break in 2017, as is one of the best places to visit in south of England.
With historic roots as a bustling market town, today Arundel’s Georgian and Victorian streets are lined with quaint pubs, independent boutiques and antique shops.
Be sure to bring your camera along to capture all this fairytale town in all its glory!
THE DETAILS
Location | Arundel is 49 miles SSW of London
Accessibility | TRAIN: 90 minutes from London Victoria
BUS: Stagecoach route 700 from Brighton and Chichester
Arundel Castle opening hours | 10:00am – 17:00pm Tuesday – Sunday.
Open Friday 30 March – Sunday 28 October
Arundel Castle entrance fee | Tickets start from £13 per adult (basic) through to £22 for a full-access adult ticket, including castle bedrooms