WELCOME TO FINDON VILLAGE
The community website for Findon in West Sussex
  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

This is a website for the community and anyone visiting or interested in the village. It relies on input from residents and visitors alike. If you wish to get in touch, please go to the Contacts page or just click here

NOTICEBOARD
  • Nov 29, 2024

    FINDON NEWS DECEMBER 2024 AND JANUARY 2025

    The December edition of the Findon News is now available and can be viewed by clicking here.

    This also includes January 2025 as there is no separate edition of the magazine in January.

  • Nov 14, 2024

    PENSION CREDIT AND WINTER FUEL PAYMENT

    Please click here for information from the UK Government relating to Pension Credit & Winter Fuel Payments

  • Nov 13, 2024

    LOCAL WINTER SUPPORT

    The following documents have been issued to provide information and support throughout the winter:

    Findon Parish Council Local Winter Management Plan 2024/25

    Supporting Local Community Winter Resilience2024/25

    Winter Maintenance Frequently Asked Questions

     

  • Nov 8, 2024

    FINDON PLACE FESTIVITIES

    Findon Place are hosting some festive events and workshops. For more details, please click here.

  • 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.

Everything you want to know about Findon, including the latest news, local events, what’s in the village and much much more.

This is a website for the community and anyone visiting or interested in the village. It relies on input from residents and visitors alike. If you wish to get in touch, please go to the Contacts page or just click here

NOTICEBOARD