Norfolk Arms Hotel
High Street, Arundel, West Sussex, BN18 9AD
Tel: 01903 882 101
Fax: 01903 884 275
E-mail: norfolk.arms@forestdale.com
In the heart of Arundel's conservation area is the Norfolk Arms Hotel, a former Georgian coaching inn, completed in 1780. Unspoilt, the hotel combines the period features of the Georgian era with the requirements of today's visitors. Within the hotel are log fires, bars serving real ales and for entertaining on a greater scale, the magnificent mirrored ballroom. Most of our rooms, which vary in size and character, are situated in the main house, whilst ground floor rooms are available in our courtyard.
The stunning sight of Arundel Castle, the ancestral home to the Dukes of Norfolk for over 800 years, dominates the historic market town, which through the ages has developed into a small but unique town, from its cobbled streets, specialist shops and beautiful Georgian architecture, to the Gothic Cathedral. Close by are the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust, the great estates of Goodwood and Petworth, horse racing at Fontwell, the Roman ruins at Fishbourne, historic Portsmouth and the wonderful Brighton Pavilion.
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By Road - A27, travelling East
Head towards Chichester, and Arundel is approx. 14 miles further on.
By Road - Travelling West
Head towards Worthing, and Arundel is approx. 12 miles further on.
By Road - From London
A3 South to Guildford, continue South on A281 & A29 through Billingshurst and onto Arundel. The hotel is situated in the High Street.
By Air
The nearest airport is Gatwick.
Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust
Situated a short walk from the Norfolk Arms Hotel the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust is an ideal conservation site to visit. The new visitor centre at Arundel is surrounded by ancient woodland and overlooked by the town's historic castle. The wetlands are home to many rare species of wetland wildlife. There are many interesting events held during the summer months from 'Batty about Bats' to 'Incredible Crawling Creatures'. 
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Arundel Castle
The seat of The Dukes of Norfolk and set in 40 acres of sweeping grounds and gardens Arundel Castle has been open to visitors seasonally for nearly 200 years. It is one of the Treasure Houses of England, each having its own unique place in history and is home to priceless works of art. See the paintings, furniture, tapestries, stained glass, china, clocks, sculpture, carving, heraldry and armour in stunning room settings. (Open Sunday - Fridays). Visit Website
Fishbourne Roman Palace
Fishbourne Roman Palace was constructed around AD75 but its remains lay hidden for hundreds of years before being discovered by accident in 1960 during the digging of a water-main trench. Opened to the public in 1968, Fishbourne Roman Palace has lots to see and do and sits within the impressive gardens, which have been replanted and laid out, as they would have been when the palace stood in completeness. The remains of 20 spectacular mosaic floors, in various stages of completeness are complemented by the remains of hypocausts (under-floor heating system), courtyards, corridors and a bath suite. A hands-on museum displays the most significant finds and brings the palace to life. Visit Website
Tangmere Military Aviation Museum
80 years of aviation history at this former Battle of Britain station. Record breaking aircraft: Hunter, Meteor, plus many more. Tangmere Military Aviation Museum was established in 1982 on the old RAF Tangmere airfield. From its beginnings in 1916, through its illustrious service as one of Britain's front line fighter bases during WW2 and on to its key role as home to the world speed record breaking aircraft of the High Speed Flight in the post war years it has occupied a unique place in aviation history.
The museum contains countless fascinating exhibits including Neville Duke's world record breaking Hawker Hunter, actual equipment used by the brave SOE agents who were carried into occupied France on 'black Lysander' flights from Tangmere, flight simulators where you can try your hands at flying a full sized replica of the very first Spitfire prototype. Visit Website
Arundel - Shopping
Arundel has a rich variety of thriving, independent retailers. The town has become famous for not only its high class antique shops but also for its dealers selling specialist items including an expedition outfitters who claim to have the best choice of walking shoes in Northern Europe! Visit Website
