Location: Horsham
Top Things to do in Horsham
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Horsham /ˈhɔːrʃəm/ is a market town on the upper reaches of the River Arun on the fringe of the Weald in West Sussex, England. The town is 31 miles (50 km) south south-west of London, 18.5 miles (30 km) north-west of Brighton and 26 miles (42 km) north-east of the county town of Chichester. Nearby towns include Crawley to the north-east and Haywards Heath and Burgess Hill to the south-east. It is the administrative centre of the Horsham district.
Restaurants in Horsham
1. Huxley's Birds of Prey Centre and Gardens
Overall Ratings
5 based on 97 reviews
Reviewed By Robert V - Gosport, United Kingdom
this was our 2nd visit to Horsham, and this was our first choice of places to visit.
It is fantastic.
wonderfully knowledgeable staff, with beautiful birds of prey.
a full 2 hours of flying again.
crowd participation for those willing volunteering, i know i did, great fun and education for the kids about some of the most amazing birds on the planet.
2. Horsham Museum and Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 122 reviews
Reviewed By debdancing - Littlehampton, United Kingdom
I’ve been wanting to visit for a while, as I grew up in Horsham, and finally got to visit on a busy Saturday afternoon a few weeks ago. The Museum is located in a lovely 600 years old Medieval timbered building in the historic Causeway...MoreDear Deb Thank you for your wonderful review. we are delighted that you enjoyed the exhibition and wandering around the Museum. Kind regards Jeremy
3. Warnham Local Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 124 reviews
The Friends of Warnham Local Nature Reserve is a registered charity (No. 1171924). Our aim is to ensure the conservation, protection, and improvement of Warnham Local Nature Reserve for the benefit of both the public and the wildlife. Working in close partnership with Horsham District Council who own and manage the Reserve, we: * Promote the Reserve through displays and road shows * Meet & greet visitors to the Reserve and collect permit charges * Manage the Heron’s Rest café, selling drinks and light refreshments * Raise funds for specific projects * Organize and run programmes of events at the Reserve both for the public and for our members * Host regular evening visits by groups from local youth organisations * Assist with wildlife surveys All income raised is used for the benefit of the Reserve.
Reviewed By Clivey57
Came here for the first time,£2 entrance fee a lovely walk nature at it's best saw plenty of birds there are a number of hives to sit and enjoy the wildlife there's also one that is not overlooking the lake with plenty of bird feeders so you can sit and watch the small birds, there's a few trails to walk overall a lovely place.
4. Sumners Ponds
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 552 reviews
Reviewed By Eleanor F - Hove, United Kingdom
We were here for model show which is a great event in itself but the campsite is one of the best we have stayed on,it's a good clean site with excellent amenities showers etc are kept very clean whatever time you visit.The surrounding area is well maintained and the lakes are well kept there's one lake with large fish in for the anglers The cafe by the lake although a little expensive serves well cooked and nicely presented food and is always busy (always a sign of good food)all in all a lovely site well worth a visit.
5. Horsham Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 93 reviews
Horsham Park is a haven of green space with a lake, trees, wildlife and colourful flowerbeds. Within the Park is Park House Garden, a tranquil landscaped sensory garden designed with the disabled and visually impaired in mind. For those wishing to be more active, there are tennis courts, two outdoor gym locations, a permanent Orienteering Course, a very popular bowls green and a skate park. In 2011 a permanent table tennis table was added to the Park as well as a delightful Human Nature Garden, which offers an attractive educational garden illustrating the link between plants and people in their everyday lives. The Garden was created by Horsham in Bloom and funded by the Big Lottery. A wide range of refreshments are provided at The Conservatory Café; an ideal spot to stop for a break and to listen to Concerts on the nearby podium.
Reviewed By oldbirthdaygirl - Horsham, United Kingdom
How lucky we are in Horsham to have such a wonderful, big, well looked after park. Great for strollers, families, walkers and cyclists and plenty of space for all. Interesting spaces within it for activities like tennis or climbing or swimming or finding your way out of the maze. Cafe is great and Gardens and pond attractive. What else could we need!.
6. St. Mary’s Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By debdancing - Littlehampton, United Kingdom
I last visited St Mary’s thirty five years ago when I was a chorister at a neighbouring Church. Although it has been re-ordered with some modern touches it still keeps its beautiful features and 800 years of history. It is located in the historic and picturesque Causeway, literally around the corner from the main shopping area.
When I visited a music group were rehearsing for an evening performance so, although I was welcomed, I just had a look round before leaving.
7. Darkstar Brewery
Overall Ratings
5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By rickydodah
If you're not a lover of good beer then give this place a try and let your mind be changed.
If you've only experienced the dull, mass produced offerings of your local then this visit will be a real treat. In truth the brewery is not the most picturesque that I've ever visited but the staff exude a passion for their beers and readily explain the process and their product with a passion. The beer flowed freely and they openly encouraged you to try many of the different beers produced here making it easily good value for money if nothing else. Try it, you will not be disappointed.
8. Downs Link
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By msteel2016 - Crawley, United Kingdom
The Down's Link has great potential as a long distance cycle route. For much of the way, it is fast and well maintained and wide enough for cyclists and pedestrians to share it safely. However, it is let down by poor design in parts. Where the path meets a road then you are forced down poorly maintained slopes and made to cross the road where traffic is definitively king. Why not put in crossings here, or even more radically a foot bridge. Probably the worst part is near Southwater where some bright spark has decided an ideal surface to cycle and walk on is sharp stones more akin to railway ballast. I suggest a trip to the Netherlands to look at what real long-distance cycle paths could be.
9. Firebird Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Craft Brewery and Bar set in an old converted brickworks. We brew all types of beer styles from classic Best Bitters to Pilsner Lager and Hefe weizen. We specialize in well hopped beers such as our Parody Session IPA and Paleface APA.
Reviewed By Christine C
The staff are very welcoming and always happy to help. The beer is lovely, also a range of ciders, wine and soft drinks. Lovely atmosphere upstairs, we visit most weekends.
10. Chesworth Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
This 90 acre (36 ha) farm is managed as a livestock farm, with numerous footpaths around the site, incorporating grassland, the River Arun, wet meadow, ancient hedgerows, and access to the greater countryside. It can be explored either via the Horsham to Southwater cycle route, ('Peddlers Way') or as part of Horsham's Riverside Walk, following the River Arun. A network of bridleways also crosses the site.
Reviewed By George S - Horsham, United Kingdom
I love Chesworth farm, there are loads of paths to walk or run. There is a cycle path that runs right through the middle and a relatively new nature reserve which offers some good opportunities for photography. There are plans to add a café, if it is not there already, a fantastic place to walk the dog or walk with the family.
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