Canal Trips run along the Wey and Arun Canal starting from rural Loxwood .. a half an hour drive from Steyning.
They usually take between 35 mins and an hour and a half.
These leisurely short cruises usually start in early April and run every Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday until the end of October, (apart from Easter Sunday & Monday).
There can also be special Santa cruises each December .. including an evening cruise for adults (expect mulled wine and mince pies). Easter Bunny specials run each year too.
The cost is normally between £6 and £10 for adults and from £3 for children.
In the 19th century it was possible to travel by boat from London to Littlehampton on the south coast, passing through Weybridge, Guildford, Pulborough and Arundel.
The route was via the rivers Wey and Arun, which were linked by the 23-mile Wey and Arun Canal. This enabled people to go from the River Thames in London to the English Channel.
Sadly the route fell into disuse when railways became established. Fortunately volunteers are now restoring the waterway…
Canal Cruises from Chichester
Trips also run from time to time on the Chichester Ship Canal. They offer special Fish and Chip, Afternoon Tea and Pie and Mash cruises.
I particularly recommend visiting the small town of Arundel – a half an hour drive from Steyning. This picturesque West Sussex market town has an 11th century Castle and a Victorian cathedral. Do visit Arundel Castle and it’s attractive gardens. It overlooks the River Arun and was built at the end of the 11th century, by Roger de…
Steyning Country Fair takes place every other year on the Bank Holiday Monday at the end of May. The next fair should be in 2023. What happens at the fair? This is always a wonderful day out for all the family. Steyning High Street is closed to traffic and lined with stalls, entertainment and displays….
South Downs dew ponds are lovely! You can find them wherever sheep and cattle traditionally went for summer grazing. Surviving ponds probably number at least 500 across England. Today they are often overgrown with their banks badly trampled by livestock. They have become picturesque havens for butterflies and romantic spots for ramblers enjoying a picnic….
Steyning Farmers Market Steyning Farmers Market takes place in the High Street car park opposite the clock tower. Turn up between 9 a.m to 1 p.m on the first Saturday of the month. Local Produce This is a popular vibrant event. It’s a great opportunity to stock up on locally grown and reared produce. Vegetables,…
There are excellent cafes in Steyning – all within a 10 minute walk from Rosebud Cottage. Take your pick from Victoria’s Sponge, Chez Joel, the Cobblestone Tea Rooms, Truffles and the Steyning Tea Rooms! Cafes in Steyning: The Steyning Tea Rooms This award winning cafe is especially popular. They serve delicious lunches and are well…
Enjoy gliding in West Sussex at the South Downs Gliding Club in Cootham. Gliding locally dates back to 1909, when 16 year old Gordon England flew from nearby Amberley Mount. Southdown Gliding Club started in 1930, so is one of the oldest in the UK. It is also one of the largest and best equipped…
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