Welcome to Summersdale

Summersdale is a small village located in the district of Chichester, West Sussex. It is situated just a few miles north of the city of Chichester and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is home to a number of historic buildings, including the 12th-century St. Mary's Church, which is a Grade II listed building. Summersdale is a popular destination for walkers and cyclists, with a number of scenic routes passing through the village.

Summersdale is a thriving community with a range of local amenities, including a post office, convenience store, and a number of pubs and restaurants. The village also has a primary school, which is highly regarded by local parents. Summersdale is well-connected to the surrounding area, with regular bus services to Chichester and other nearby towns and villages. The village is also just a short drive from the A27, which provides easy access to Portsmouth and Southampton.

Overall, Summersdale is a charming village with a strong sense of community and a rich history. Its location in the heart of West Sussex makes it an ideal base for exploring the surrounding countryside and nearby towns and cities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a bustling hub of activity, Summersdale has something to offer everyone.

Local Schools

School	Details
Fordwater School Chichester Community Special School Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Mrs Sophie Clarke	Summersdale Road Chichester West Sussex PO19 6PP 01243782475 School Website
University Of Chichester Higher Education Institutions Head Teacher Professor Jane Longmore	Bishop Otter College College Lane Chichester West Sussex PO19 6PE 1243816000 School Website
St Anthonys School Community Special School Ages:4-16 Head Teacher Miss Helen Ball	Woodlands Lane Chichester West Sussex PO19 5PA 01243785965 School Website
Jessie Younghusband Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Luke Hanna	Woodlands Lane Chichester West Sussex PO19 5PA 01243782192 School Website
St. Joseph's Infant School Academy Converter Ages:2-7 Head Teacher Headteacher Lisa Hardy	Orchard Gardens Chichester West Sussex PO19 1DG 1243782818 School Website
St. Joseph's Cofe Junior School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lisa Hardy	Orchard Street Chichester West Sussex PO19 1DQ 1243783709
Portfield Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Headteacher Andrew Strong	St James Road Chichester West Sussex PO19 7HA 01243783939 School Website
Parklands Community Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Miss Alesa Henham Scott	Durnford Close Chichester West Sussex PO19 3AG 01243788630 School Website
Chichester Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:3-5 Head Teacher Mrs Ruth Campbell	St James Road Chichester West Sussex PO19 7AB 01243642959 School Website
The Prebendal School Other Independent School Ages:2-14 Head Teacher Mrs Alison Napier	52-55 West Street Chichester West Sussex PO19 1RT 1243772220 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Chichester Southgate, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 8DL 1.49 Miles

Fishbourne Salthill Road, Fishbourne, West Sussex, PO19 3QH 2.02 Miles

Bosham Station Road, Bosham, West Sussex, PO18 8NG 3.28 Miles

Nutbourne Broad Road, Nutbourne, West Sussex, PO18 8SH 4.77 Miles

Southbourne Stein Road, Southbourne, Hampshire, PO10 8LE 5.83 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Chichester Motorhome Hire 01243 787003 Mistral, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 5QA 0.41 Miles
Allan Doyle Airport Cars 01243 538886 26 Hunters Way, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 5RB 0.52 Miles
Allied Taxis 01243 203040 65 Bradshaw Rd, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 6TN 0.74 Miles
Hire Classic Car 01243 788481 17 The Sadlers, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 0PR 0.84 Miles
Premier Cars Chichester 01243 779366 City Chase, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 7LD 1.12 Miles
Gatwick Airport Consultative Committee 01243 752703 County Hall/West St, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1RQ 1.16 Miles
Dunnaways Taxis 01243 782403 3 Little London, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1PH 1.17 Miles
Starline Mini Cabs 0500 771077 9A Market Road, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1JW 1.23 Miles
Starline Minibuses 0500 771077 9 Market Road, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1JW 1.23 Miles
Smart Cars Of Chichester 01243 200123 5 Wealden Drive, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 0SF 1.25 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Summersdale Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Winterbourne Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Longley Rd No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:00:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Summersdale Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Donegall Avenue Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Drive Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Worcester Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Norwich Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Palmersfield Avenue Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Royal West Sussex Hospital Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
St Richards Hospital Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Swanfield Drive Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gilbert Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
St Pauls Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bishopsgate Walk Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Lavant Road Surgery 01243 527264	Lavant Road Surgery 8 Lavant Road Chichester West Sussex PO19 5RH
Western Sussex Bcsc	Spitalfield Lane Chichester West Sussex PO19 6SE
Parklands Surgery 01243 782819	The Parklands Surgery 4 Parklands Road Chichester West Sussex PO19 3DT
Langley House Surgery 01243 782266	Langley House 27 West Street Chichester West Sussex PO19 1RW
Cathedral Medical Group 01243 813450	Cathedral Medical Group Cawley Road Chichester West Sussex PO19 1XT

Local Stores

Chichester - Lavant Road
Lavant Road
Chichester
West Sussex
PO19 5RD
01243 539914
Store Website
0.59 miles

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SPAR Euro Garage Tangmere
SPAR
Arundel Road
Chichester
PO18 0DU
01243 533310
Store Website
2.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Arun Veterinary Group Ltd
Lion House St Pancras Chichester West Sussex PO19 7GE Website 0.99 miles

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Companion Care (Chichester) Ltd T/A Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Portfield Way Chichester Sussex PO19 7YH 01243 785 348 chichester@companioncare.co.uk Website 1.15 miles

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Pet Doctors Chichester
Pet Doctors Veterinary Clinics 3 Parklands Road Chichester West Sussex PO19 3DP 01243 782880 chichester@petdoctors.co.uk Website 1.27 miles
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Downland Veterinary Group
Stirling Lodge Clinic 2 Stirling Road Chichester West Sussex PO19 7DJ 01243 786101 chi@downlandvets.co.uk Website 1.35 miles
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Alphapet Management Services Ltd T/A Alphapet Veterinary Clinics
Oldwick Farm West Stoke Road Lavant Chichester West Sussex PO18 9AA 01243 528899 info@alphapet247.vet Website 1.39 miles
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Huckleberry Vets
1 The Courtyard Vinnetrow Business Park Vinnetrow Road Chichester West Sussex PO20 1QH welcome@huckleberryvets.co.uk Website 2.30 miles


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Local Dog Walks

Goodwood
Some Absolutely Spectacular Views Over The South Downs. There Are A Couple Of Car Parks Dotted Around. This One You Can Walk Up The Hill And Then Either Just Walk Round The Chalk Path At The Top Taking In The Views, Or There Is A Public Bridleway Going Down One Side Of The Hill That Leads You Through Huge Open Farmers Fields Or Another Chalk Path. Knight'S Hill Lancashire 3.08 miles

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The Trundle
Hilly Walk Up To The Top Of The Trundle (A Medieval Fort) Where You Can See For Miles Around. It Is All Pathed, Some In Forest And Some By Fields And Open Grassland. Usually Very Windy When You Approach The Top! Popular With Many Dog Walkers. Parking In The Local Roads And Then Walk Over The Bridge To Begin The Walk. Church Ln Chichester Lancashire PO18 0QY 3.50 miles

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Halnaker Windmill
A Fairly Short But Beautiful Walk Up A Tunnel Formed From The Tree Canopy Opens On To Vast Fields Of Rapeseed. At The Top Of Your Climb You'll Find A Lovely Old Windmill And 360 Degree Views Of The South Downs. Lovely Spot For A Dog Walk And A Picnic When You Get To The Top. Denge Ln Chichester PO18 0NF 3.98 miles Park In The Lay-By At The Entrance To 'Warehead Farm' Just Off The A285 And Set-Off Uphill, Following The Path Up To The Windmill.

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Chidham
This 3.5Km Walk Starts And Finishes At The The Layby At The Entrance To Harbour Way Or In The Cobnor Farm Amenity Car Park . It Follows The Shoreline With Stunning Views Of Bosham, Before Cutting Inland To Give A Gentle Walk Through The Village. 1 Chidham Ln Chidham Chichester PO18 8TF 4.57 miles

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Chidham Chichester Harbour
This Is The 5 Mile Complete Circuit Of The Chidham Peninsula. It Is Important To Be Aware Of The Tides As The South Western Corner Of The Route Floods At Spring High Tides. There Is A 3 Mile Version Of This Walk To The Less Fit. This Walk Is Flat With A Stretch Along The Stony Foreshore. Paths Are Well Marked. The Route Begins With A Stretch Across Flat, Norfolk Like Fields To Reach The Western Shore. It Cuts A Little Inland (Although We Continued On The Uneven Shore At Low Tide) Along A Straight Dyke. Chidham Ln Chichester Lancashire PO18 8TD 4.73 miles

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Eastergate/Westergate
Entrance On Right As You Approach The Wilkes Head. Walk Around Until The Railing End And Hedges Begin, You Can See The Footpath. 4 Church Ln Eastergate Chichester PO20 3UR 5.03 miles

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