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Situated within the South Downs National Park, Findon is a downland village designated as an area of Outstanding National Beauty. There are plenty of country walks including historic Monarch’s way, a 615 mile footpath which passes through the village.
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There are no shortage of places to eat and drink in the village, with three public houses, two restaurants, a cafe and a hotel. There is also a post office, general store, butchers and a small number of other shops and services.
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Findon Sheep Fair and Village Festival takes place on the 2nd weekend of September each year, and has done so for over 200 years. Apart from sheep judging competitions there is entertainment for all ages including a funfair.
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Findon is steeped in history. Situated at the base of Cissbury Ring - the second largest Hill Fort in the country (dating back to the Iron age), the village was mentioned in the Domesday Book, and the Gun Inn dates back to the early 17th Century.
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Findon has 2 racing stables. One of them can boast two grand National winners, one of which (Aldaniti ridden by Bob Champion) was the subject of the film Champions starring John Hurt and Edward Woodard.
Everything you want to know about Findon, including the latest news, local events, what’s in the village and much much more.
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- Nov 4, 2024
FANTASIA FIREWORK DISPLAY
Findon Village School are again hosting the Fantasia Firework display on Saturday. If driving to the event please park sensibly around the village as unfortunately the Vale Garden Centre is not available for parking this year. For more information, please click here.
- Nov 1, 2024
FINDON NEWS NOVEMBER 2024
The November edition of the Findon News is now available and can be viewed by clicking here.
- Oct 30, 2024
WSACL FEEDBACK
The West Sussex Association of Local Councils would like feedback to a survey and consultation on Remote Meetings & Proxy Voting and Local Risk Perception. For more information and how to provide feedback, please click here.
- Oct 21, 2024
MAYOR OF WORTHING FUNDRAISER
The Mayor of Worthing is arranging a local talent show to raise funds for charity. For more information, please click here.
- Oct 15, 2024
FINDON VILLAGE WI AUTUMN PRE-LOVED FASHION SALE
Nepcote Hall, Findon Village Hall, Friday 8th November, 2pm - 3.30pm. Please click here for more details.
- Oct 15, 2024
NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH
Please click here for the latest edition of the newsletter for Neighbourhood Watch supporters across England and Wales.
- Oct 7, 2024
FOLK GROUP 'COTILLION' IN CONCERT - FRIDAY 8 NOVEMBER, 7.30PM, FINDON CHURCH
The Sussex folk group, 'Cotillion' present "A Sussex Calendar, from Candlemas to Christmas, in song and verse".
This is a fund raising concert being held in Findon Church. Everyone welcome. Tickets £6 each, available from the Parish Office or Peckham's Butchers in Findon Village.
- Sep 27, 2024
WINTER FUEL PAYMENT FOR PENSIONERS
For details on claiming a Winter Fuel Payment, please click here.
