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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.
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
- Nov 16, 2019
A27 DRAINAGE PIPE REPLACEMENT
Work is to be carried out replacing drainage pipes on the A27 at from 18th November to 20th December. For more information, including road closures, please click here.
- Nov 16, 2019
WSCC e-NEWSLETTER
The October edition of the West Sussex County Council e-Newsletter is now available. To view, please click here
- Nov 15, 2019
FINDON VILLAGE HALL TRUST AGM 2019
The Findon Village Hall Trust Annual General Meeting is being held on Thursday 21 November 2019 at 8.00pm in the Village Hall - click here for details.
- Nov 15, 2019
FRIENDS OF FINDON CHURCH - HELP REQUIRED
The Friends of St John the Baptist Church Findon are looking for new committee members. If you would like to know more about what's involved, please click here.
- Nov 14, 2019
CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL
Findon's bi-annual Christmas Tree Festival takes place this year at Findon Church on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th December. For more information, please click here.
- Oct 16, 2019
CHRISTMAS PARTY!
Please click here for details of a Christmas Party being held on Saturday 14th December at Findon Village Hall.
- Oct 4, 2019
Starting School - September 2020
The application process for children due to start school in September 2020 will begin on Monday 7 October 2019.
Please clink the links for a poster and leaflet giving details of the application process. Applications can be made between 7 October 2019 and 15 January 2020. Special rules apply for house movers until 15 February 2020.
- Sep 21, 2019
LANDOWNERS WITH RIGHTS OF WAY
If you are a landowner with a public right of way on your land, please click here for information on clearing vegetation and over-hanging branches etc.
