Chichester

The Romans founded Chichester, the capital city of West Sussex, on the low-lying plains between the wooded South Downs and the sea. The city walls and major streets follow the original Roman plan. This cathedral town, a good base for exploring the area, is a well-respected theatrical hub, with a reputation for attracting good acting talent during its summer repertory season. North of town is Petworth House, a National Trust treasure house.

Chichester at a Glance

Elsewhere in The Southeast

• Arundel
• Battle
• Brighton
• Broadstairs
• Burwash
• Canterbury
• Chartwell
• Deal
• Dover
• Faversham
• Great Bookham
• Guildford

• Hastings
• Hever Castle
• Ightham Mote
• Knole
• Leeds Castle
• Lewes
• Penshurst Place
• Rochester
• Royal Tunbridge Wells
• Rye
• Sandwich
• Sissinghurst Castle Garden

See Also

• England
• The Southeast