EXPLORE
The Woodcote is perfectly located – surrounded by countryside, yet close to so many beautiful, historical, interesting places to discover and explore.
The magnificent Petworth House and Park is a short drive away, as is Cowdray, with its year round calendar of events. Goodwood, home to some of the world’s most celebrated sporting occasions is also nearby.
Take to our country lanes and visit some of the pretty villages close to The Woodcote, such as Midhurst – perfect strolling territory, with its many independent shops and cafés and regular farmers market.
From vineyards to bookshops, and golf to stately homes, our team are happy to book, advise and organise activities for you.
ROEBUCK ESTATES
2 MAY – 13 SEPTEMBER
Guided tours of the estate, followed by tutored tastings of the vineyard’s award-winning sparkling wines.
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JAZZ IN THE VINES
Saturday 21 JUNE
Roebuck Estates
Enjoy music from The Grand Central Trio, accompanied by vintage sparkling wine and snacks. The afternoon also includes a tour of the vineyard.
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PARHAM HOUSE
Parham House & Gardens is now open for the season. One of the country’s finest Elizabethan houses, Parham is steeped in history and sits within an ancient deer park.
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BALLOONS & TUNES
FRIDAY 13 and SATURDAY 14 JUNE
Fontwell Park
Featuring a SkySafari® Night Glow balloon display, plus food, drink, music, entertainment and more.
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JAZZ FESTIVAL
SATURDAY 14 JUNE
Petersfield
Following the success of this inaugural Petersfield festival last year, it is returning to the grounds of Churcher’s College, where visitors can expect live music, food and drink from 12.30pm.
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COWDRAY
From iconic sporting events to walking, cycling, musical entertainment, talks and much more, Cowdray has an eclectic year-round calendar of events.
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SUSSEX DAY
SUNDAY 15 JUNE
Parham House & Gardens
A showcase for local produce, crafts and art, visitors can look forward to an afternoon in the picturesque setting of the Pleasure Grounds at Parham House.
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SUMMER SOLSTICE
SATURDAY 21 JUNE
Petworth House
Watch the sun set on the longest day of the year from the Pleasure Garden when the grounds will be open from 7pm – 10pm. The solstice also marks the opening of a new exhibition: Turner’s Vision at Petworth.
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CHICHESTER GALA
SATURDAY 28 JUNE
Priory Park
Music, entertainment, food, drink and much more, this popular annual event has been running for many years.
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MIDHURST CUP
SUNDAY 29 JUNE
Cowdray
Held on the opening Sunday of the Cowdray Gold Cup tournament and open to all, there’s polo, entertainment, shopping, food, pop-up bars and more.
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