The City Grocer [edit] closed
The City Grocer has opened in North St.
Specialising in local, plastic free fresh produce and goods from Wayside Organics, the Runcton Farm Shop, Noble & Stace Chocolatiers and SØDT bakery. They also offer a selection of deli foods as well as a milk vending facility.
Goodwood
I cycled out past Maudlin, Strettington and Westerton along quiet country roads. Quiet until I hit Clay Pit Lane and all the traffic out for a Sunday drive.
The attraction was the Goodwood motor racing circuit which is a destination for the breakfast/brunch riders.
As well as those out for a day drive.
The event was the ‘Breakfast Club’ which is a semi regular free to enter, and open-to-all gathering of drivers and riders who come to view each other’s cars and bikes etc. Each meeting is themed with striking examples of the days theme paraded on the start finish straight. It is held on five Sundays across the event season at Goodwood, on the first Sunday of the month, with breaks during Festival of Speed and Goodwood Revival.
Goodwood Circuit is a historic venue for both two- and four-wheeled motorsport in the United Kingdom. The 3.8 kilometres circuit is situated on the estate of Goodwood House, and completely encircles Chichester Goodwood Aerodrome. It became famous for its Glover Trophy non-championship Formula One race, Goodwood Nine Hours sports car endurance and the Tourist Trophy sports car race.
The last race meeting was held at the track in 1966, because the owners did not want to modify it with chicanes to control the increased speeds of modern racing cars.
The two main events hosted at Goodwood are the annual Festival of Speed and Goodwood Revival events.
The Festival of Speed is an annual hill climb, held in late June or early July. But not at the circuit. It is held in the grounds of Goodwood House featuring historic and modern motor-racing vehicles.
Following the success of the hill climb, racing returned to the Goodwood circuit in 1998. The Goodwood Revival is a three-day festival held each September for the types of cars and motorcycles that would have competed during the circuit’s original period, 1948–1966. Historic aircraft help to complete the vintage feel. Nearly everyone dresses up in vintage outfit from mods and rockers to racing drivers and just smart period clothes.
The track is now used for classic races, track days, and try-out days.
Food trucks Chichester
Have zipped past the Fuel Stop Cafe many times. Always been in too much of a hurry.
But if you are looking for something different, a quirky breakfast cafe. For the best food on the move in Chichester, pull over and take a bit of time off to enjoy this roadside stop.
Almost a food truck, not quite your traditional greasy spoon. The Fueln Stop Cafe is one of a kind.
Fine dining
Cassons Restaurant is in a league of its very own when it comes to fine dining in Chichester.
I suspect nouvelle cuisine but I am way out of my depth when it comes to what is and what is not.
But exceptional food in relaxed surroundings by people who care is not difficult to understand once you drop the formalities.
Cassons in Tangmere is a charming country restaurant specialising in exquisite gourmet food and it is one of the best fine dining restaurants in Chichester and West Sussex.
Chef-patronne Viv Casson previously ran a successful restaurant in France, which explains the French influence and the passion for good food.
Tobacconists
Not much gets going in the UK before 9am in the morning. So an early breakfast can be a problem in Chichester.
But if you know where to find Good News they open at five in the morning and carry handmade sandwiches and snacks provided by The Lunch Box.
They also close at six, so if you miss your lunch time snack at the Lunch Box, it is well worth turning the corner and wandering down the Lane to Chichesters Newsagents.
Fish and chip shops
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Harry’s Fish & Chips – Adrian and Helen are ‘hands on’ proprietors that take pride in all the food that is cooked and the services they provide. A well established family owned business with an excellent reputation for quality fish and chips in Chichester. Located on Victoria road and specialising in fresh crinkle cut spuds in their tasty, traditional fish and chips. They are located on Victoria Road in Chichester a short distance from Goodwood, the perfect “pit stop” when you want some tasty, traditional fish and chips.
La Fish – Established in 1981 by Adamos and Liza, La Fish is a small family-run business on the Hornet.
Andy’s Fish Bar – Long established business situated on St.Pancras using the freshest produce which is all prepared on the premises.
The Lighthouse Fish & Chips – The Ridgeway off St Pauls
The Loft Fish & Chips – Only use MSC certified sustainable fish and recyclable takeaway boxes and offer a full gluten free menu daily. Located between Chichester and Lavant on the A286, at the Co – Op and Texaco Petrol Garage with ample parking.
New Kingsham Fish & Chips – Hardham Rd
No #10 Fish & Chips 01243784295
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First impressions
Both the bus depot and railway station are conveniently situated at the bottom of South Road. From where it is a short uphill walk to Chichesters Market Cross and the city centre.
Offering one the opportunity to sit and relax whilst deciding whether to explore the shops, cafes and restaurants on North, East or West Roads.
It couldn’t be simpler.
Tutors
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Chichester Science Tuition
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