Welcome to West Thorney

West Thorney is a small village located in the Chichester district of West Sussex, England. The village is situated on the western side of Thorney Island, which is a peninsula that extends into the Chichester Harbour. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is home to a small community of residents. The village has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Bronze Age.

One of the most notable features of West Thorney is the St. Nicholas Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a Grade II listed building and is known for its beautiful architecture and stunning stained glass windows. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village. Another popular attraction in West Thorney is the Thorney Island Sailing Club, which is located on the eastern side of the peninsula. The club offers a range of sailing activities and is a popular destination for water sports enthusiasts.

West Thorney is also home to a number of small businesses, including a farm shop and a pub. The village is known for its friendly community and welcoming atmosphere, making it a popular destination for visitors to the area. The village is also located close to a number of other popular attractions, including the city of Chichester and the South Downs National Park. Overall, West Thorney is a charming village with a rich history and plenty of attractions to explore.

Local Schools

School	Details
Thorney Island Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Dean Clegg	Thorney Island Emsworth West Sussex PO10 8DJ 01243371317 School Website
Southbourne Infant School Community School Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Mrs Lucy Whiffin	New Road Southbourne Emsworth West Sussex PO10 8JX 01243372727 School Website
Southbourne Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Louise Gasser	New Road Southbourne Emsworth West Sussex PO10 8JX 01243375878 School Website
Chidham Parochial Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Kim Thornton	Chidham Lane Chidham Chichester West Sussex PO18 8TH 01243572380 School Website
Bourne Community College Foundation School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Yvonne Watkins	Park Road Southbourne Emsworth West Sussex PO10 8PJ 01243375691 School Website
West Wittering Parochial Church Of England School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Nicholas Matthews	Pound Road West Wittering Chichester West Sussex PO20 8AJ 01243513015 School Website
Glenwood School Community Special School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Miss Josie Payne	Washington Road Emsworth Hampshire PO10 7NN 01243373120 School Website
Mill Rythe Infant School Foundation School Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Mrs Lucy Ford	Havant Road Hayling Island Hampshire PO11 0PA 02392465531 School Website
Mill Rythe Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Donna Maxwell	Havant Road Hayling Island Hampshire PO11 0PA 02392463663 School Website
Emsworth Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Rebecca Mitchell	Victoria Road Emsworth Hampshire PO10 7LX 01243375750 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Southbourne Stein Road, Southbourne, Hampshire, PO10 8LE 2.28 Miles

Nutbourne Broad Road, Nutbourne, West Sussex, PO18 8SH 2.37 Miles

Emsworth North Street, Emsworth, Hampshire, PO10 7PN 2.71 Miles

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

Warblington Southleigh Road, Warblington, West Sussex, PO9 2QD 3.61 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Ryan James Chauffeurs 07920 146405 Conifers, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 8ST 1.52 Miles
Solmar Airport Cars 01243 377344 Office 1 Suite C Nutbourne Bus Centre/Main Rd, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 8RL 2.02 Miles
M S Cars 01243 389916 23 Manor Gdns, Emsworth, Hampshire, PO10 8PA 2.26 Miles
Travelresponders Ltd 07941 744359 Queen Street, Emsworth, Hampshire, PO10 7BT 2.33 Miles
Emsworth Cars 01243 378533 4 Seagull Lane, Emsworth, Hampshire, PO10 7QH 2.61 Miles
Premier Cars 023 9249 9800 Seagull Lane, Emsworth, Hampshire, PO10 7QH 2.61 Miles
Apex Executive Cars 023 9263 7634 16 Haslemere Gardens, Hayling Island, Hampshire, PO11 9SD 2.83 Miles
Flight Cars 023 9246 4848 2A Selsmore Avenue, Hayling Island, Hampshire, PO11 9PB 3.05 Miles
Pegasus Cars Of Sussex 0800 731 1190 Rookmore Farm, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 8UD 3.33 Miles
Pegasus Cars 01243 573662 2 Brooks La, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 8LA 3.34 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Officers Mess Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Naafi Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chidham Church Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chidham Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Prinsted Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Southbourne Post Office Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Inlands Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Itchenor Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Nutbourne Village Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Garsons Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wayside Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Smugglers Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chidham School Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Thorney Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Barleycorn Pub Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Thorney Island Medical Centre	Thorney Island Medical Centre Baker Thorney Island Emsworth Hampshire PO10 8DH
Southbourne Surgery 01243 388740	Southbourne Surgery 337 Main Road Southbourne Hampshire PO10 8JH
Emsworth Surgery 01243 378812	Emsworth Surgery 6 North Street Emsworth Hampshire PO10 7DD
Emsworth Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	North Street House 6 North Street Emsworth PO10 7DD
The Bosham Surgery 01243 782266	Unit 4 Broadbridge Business Centre Delling Lane Bosham West Sussex PO18 8NF

Local Stores

Southbourne - Main Road
261 Main Road
Southbourne
Emsworth
West Sussex
PO10 8JD
01243 375501
Store Website
2.03 miles

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SPAR Euro Garage Hayling Island
181 Havant Road
Hayling Island
PO11 0LG
02392 467200
Store Website
3.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Mrs Darling'S Veterinary Surgery
254 Main Road Southbourne Emsworth Hampshire PO10 8JJ 01243 379955 mrsdarlingvet@btconnect.com Website 2.03 miles

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Priors Leaze Veterinary Centre
Priors Leaze Lane Nutbourne Chichester West Sussex PO18 8RH 01243 376 000 priorsleazevets@hotmail.com Website 2.44 miles
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South Downs Veterinary Consultancy
1 Kings Meadow Hambrook Chichester West Sussex PO18 8YA 077661 23105 Website 2.77 miles
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Downland Veterinary Group
71 Havant Road Emsworth Hampshire PO10 7NZ 01243 377 141 partners@downlandvets.co.uk Website 2.88 miles
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Hayling Island Vets4pets Ltd
Vets4pets 104-106 Elm Grove Hayling Island Hampshire PO11 9EH 02392 636950 haylingisland@vets4pets.com Website 3.34 miles
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Alphapet Management Services Ltd T/A Alphapet Veterinary Clinics
Northleigh Farm Main Road Birdham Chichester West Sussex PO20 7BY 01243 513514 info@alphapet247.vet Website 3.38 miles
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24/7 Emergency Service is available at our Bognor Regis surgery
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24/7 Emergency Service is available at our Bognor Regis surgery
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24/7 Emergency Service is available at our Bognor Regis surgery
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24/7 Emergency Service is available at our Bognor Regis surgery
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24/7 Emergency Service is available at our Bognor Regis surgery
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24/7 Emergency Service is available at our Bognor Regis surgery
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24/7 Emergency Service is available at our Bognor Regis surgery

Local Dog Walks

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 1.74 miles

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Thorney Island Shoreline Walk
6.8 Miles Around The Shoreline Of The Army Base With Stunning Views Of Chichester Harbour. The Route Is Rural With Mostly Off Lead Dog Walking Opportunities And Plenty Of Deserted Shoreline. 5 Thornham Ln Emsworth Lancashire PO10 8DD 1.74 miles There Is Parking Space At The Junction With Thornham Road. Cross Over The Road And Take The Footpath.

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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 1.94 miles

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West Wittering Beach Walk
For Those Of You Who Want To Park Your Car, Walk To The Beach With Your Children And Let The Dog Off To Run Around This Location Is Perfect. Beach Is Just Yards Away From Carpark And Theres Miles Of Coastline To Walk The Dog. Beach Is Open All Year Round With Access To All Areas In The Winter Months And Doggy Areas From The Spring. When The Tide Is In Its Shallow For Miles So Really Safe For Doggy Swimming And The Kids Will Love The Sandy Beach! If You Want To Socialise Your Dog Then This Is A Great Place Especially At Weekends, Plenty Of Facilities Close By And Carpark Is Bbq Friendly In The Summer!! Nybhurst Cottage Snow Hill West Wittering Chichester PO20 8AT 2.42 miles

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Brook Meadow Walk Emsworth
A259 Lancashire 2.48 miles The Walk Starts In The Far End Of The Car Park

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West Wittering
Beautiful Beach Walk Our Dogs Lived The Sea Only Certain Sections For Dog Walking You Can Have Long Or Short Walks Pound Rd West Wittering 2.52 miles

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