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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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- Feb 8, 2021
POLLING STATION REINSTATED
Arun DC have reversed their decision and restored the Findon Village Hall as the polling station for the local election in May. Thanks go to County Councillor Deborah Urquhart and Roger Stone, the new Chair of the village hall committee who was an immense help in getting this outcome.
- Feb 8, 2021
WISTON ESTATE PLAN SURVEY
The South Downs National Park Authority has appointed LUC (Land Use Consultants) to undertake an evaluation of the process and development of Whole Estate Plans (WEPs). As the WEP for the Wiston Estate neighbours Findon parish, they would be really interested to hear your views. LUC are running an online survey for 6 weeks from Monday 8th February - Sunday 21st March seeking feedback from the relevant communities. Please click here for more information.
- Feb 3, 2021
POLLING STATION
You may have been notified that the polling station for this year's local elections will be at the Clapham and Patching Village Hall. As this will clearly be inconvenient to many residents, your County Councillor, Deborah Urquhart, together with our new Village Hall Chairman, are doing all they can to reinstate our Village Hall as the polling station.
Please click here for a copy of the objection to Arun District Council raised by our County Councillor.
- Jan 29, 2021
FINDON NEWS FEBRUARY 2021
The February edition of the Findon News is now available and can be viewed by clicking here.
- Jan 22, 2021
CENSUS 2021
Be part of the 2021 Census on 21st March. Click here.
- Jan 7, 2021
USE OF PUBLIC RIGHTS OF WAY AND GREEN SPACES DURING COVID 19
Please click here for more details from Findon Parish Council regarding the use of public rights of way and green spaces for daily exercise during Covid 19.
- Dec 22, 2020
WSCC COVID NEWSLETTER
Please click here for information from West Sussex County Council regarding the latest Covid announcements.
- Sep 30, 2020
STARTING SCHOOL SEPTEMBER 2021
Please click here for information from the West Sussex County Council regarding starting school in September 2021.
- Sep 4, 2020
VILLAGE HALL VACANCIES
Chairperson and Secretary
The Findon Village Hall Trust Committee would welcome any interest from individuals who wish to take on these important and rewarding roles. Please email secretaryfvht@gmail.com for further details.
- Aug 7, 2020
NOTICE OF VACANCY FOR PARISH COUNCILLOR
There is a vacancy for one Parish Councillor - please click here for details.
