Welcome to The Common

West Sussex is a county located in the south of England. It is known for its beautiful countryside, stunning coastline, and rich history. The county is home to a diverse population, with people from all walks of life living and working in the area. Despite its diversity, there are certain things that are common to all West Sussex residents.

One of the most notable things about West Sussex is its strong sense of community. People in the county are friendly and welcoming, and there is a real sense of belonging among residents. This is reflected in the many community events and activities that take place throughout the year, from village fetes and carnivals to charity fundraisers and sporting events. Whether you are a long-time resident or a newcomer to the area, you are sure to feel at home in West Sussex.

Another common feature of West Sussex is its love of the outdoors. With its rolling hills, picturesque villages, and stunning coastline, the county is a haven for walkers, cyclists, and nature lovers. There are countless opportunities to explore the great outdoors, from hiking along the South Downs Way to cycling along the coastal cycle path. Whether you prefer a leisurely stroll or an adrenaline-fueled adventure, West Sussex has something to offer everyone.

Overall, West Sussex is a county that is proud of its heritage, its community, and its natural beauty. Whether you are looking for a place to call home or simply visiting for a short while, you are sure to be charmed by the warmth and hospitality of the people, the stunning scenery, and the many opportunities for adventure and exploration.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 11.4°C

Feels Like: 8.1°C

Wind: 21.9 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
St Richards Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs James Field	Cawley Road Chichester West Sussex PO19 1XB 01243784549 School Website
Chichester High Schools Sixth Form Sixth Form Centres Ages:16-19 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Berriman	Kingsham Road Chichester West Sussex PO19 8AE 1243832545
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
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
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
Rumboldswhyke Cofe Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-8 Head Teacher Mrs Lisa Harris	Rumbolds Close Chichester West Sussex PO19 7UA 1243782368 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
Chichester High School For Girls Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Ms Alaric Govan	Kingsham Road Chichester West Sussex PO19 8EB 01243787014 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

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Chichester Southgate, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 8DL 0.48 Miles

Fishbourne Salthill Road, Fishbourne, West Sussex, PO19 3QH 1.84 Miles

Bosham Station Road, Bosham, West Sussex, PO18 8NG 3.29 Miles

Nutbourne Broad Road, Nutbourne, West Sussex, PO18 8SH 4.86 Miles

Bognor Regis Station Road, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO21 1BA 5.50 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Starline Mini Cabs 0500 771077 9A Market Road, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1JW 0.07 Miles
Starline Minibuses 0500 771077 9 Market Road, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1JW 0.07 Miles
Premier Cars Chichester 01243 779366 City Chase, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 7LD 0.10 Miles
Dunnaways Taxis 01243 782403 3 Little London, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1PH 0.18 Miles
Richard's Minibuses Of Chichester 0800 031 9414 South Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1DS 0.32 Miles
City Cabs 01243 603686 South Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1EL 0.35 Miles
Central Cars Chichester Ltd 01243 789432 Southgate, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1SX 0.43 Miles
Gatwick Airport Consultative Committee 01243 752703 County Hall/West St, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1RQ 0.43 Miles
Chichester Taxi Association 01243 774948 Chichester Railway Station, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 8DL 0.52 Miles
Station Taxis 01243 774948 Southgate, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 8DL 0.52 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
East Street Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:45
East Street Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:45
St Pancras Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Caledonian Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Litten Terrace Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Market Avenue Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cleveland Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
South Street Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Grove Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
South Street Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Cambrai Avenue Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
North Street Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:45
North Street Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:45
West Street Post Office Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Chichester Miami Gp Access Hub 01243 813450	Cathedral Medical Group 15 Cawley Road Chichester West Sussex PO19 1XT
Cathedral Medical Group 01243 813450	Cathedral Medical Group Cawley Road Chichester West Sussex PO19 1XT
Langley House Surgery 01243 782266	Langley House 27 West Street Chichester West Sussex PO19 1RW
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

Local Stores

Chichester - East Street
52 East Street
Chichester
West Sussex
PO19 1JG
01243 790405
Store Website
0.06 miles

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

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Downland Veterinary Group
Stirling Lodge Clinic 2 Stirling Road Chichester West Sussex PO19 7DJ 01243 786101 chi@downlandvets.co.uk Website 0.18 miles
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Arun Veterinary Group Ltd
Lion House St Pancras Chichester West Sussex PO19 7GE Website 0.40 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 0.68 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 0.80 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 1.31 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 2.17 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 4.19 miles

Location what3words abacus.lime.hoped

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 4.40 miles

Location what3words slides.delays.librarian

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 4.49 miles

Location what3words grew.claw.wreck

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 4.58 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.

Location what3words mailers.handover.flamingo

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 4.68 miles

Location what3words spillage.hotdog.messaging

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 4.86 miles

Location what3words beak.last.language

Weather Forecast

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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-13.3°C	-14.2°C	-14.9°C	-15.4°C	-15.5°C	-14°C	-11.6°C	-9.6°C	-8.8°C	-8.8°C	-9.4°C	-12°C
Feels Like	-22°C	-22.9°C	-23.5°C	-23.1°C	-23°C	-21.9°C	-17.6°C	-15.4°C	-11.3°C	-11.1°C	-15°C	-16.6°C

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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-12.1°C	-11.9°C	-11.5°C	-11°C	-7.8°C	-4.2°C	0.2°C	3.6°C	4.4°C	2.5°C	0.4°C	-0.4°C
Feels Like	-17.8°C	-18.4°C	-18.8°C	-18.8°C	-15.3°C	-11.1°C	-5.8°C	-1.5°C	0°C	-1.3°C	-3.5°C	-4.8°C

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Temp	-1.3°C	-1.8°C	-1.6°C	-0.8°C	0.4°C	2.5°C	5.5°C	6.7°C	6.1°C	4.2°C	2.9°C	0.6°C
Feels Like	-5.8°C	-6.3°C	-6.2°C	-5.5°C	-4.3°C	-1.9°C	1.4°C	3°C	2.6°C	0.6°C	-0.9°C	-3.5°C

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