Fishbourne Guide

Practical guides and local knowledge

Everything you need to know about living in and visiting Fishbourne. These guides are written with genuine local knowledge.

Heritage

• Fishbourne Roman Palace
  The largest Roman residential building discovered in Britain
• Archaeology around Fishbourne
  Beyond the Roman Palace: the wider archaeological landscape
• The Mosaics of Fishbourne Roman Palace
  A guide to the palace's remarkable mosaic floors
• The Roman Garden at Fishbourne
  The replanted formal garden of the Roman Palace

Food & Drink

• Restaurants near Fishbourne
  Dining options in and around the village
• Pubs in and around Fishbourne
  The village pub and nearby drinking spots

Transport

• Trains from Fishbourne
  Fishbourne railway station and rail connections
• Buses through Fishbourne
  Bus routes connecting the village to Chichester and the coast
• The A259 through Fishbourne
  The main road corridor and its impact on the village
• Cycling in and around Fishbourne
  Routes, paths, and practical cycling from the village

Community

• Schools near Fishbourne
  Primary, secondary, and further education options
• Doctors and Healthcare near Fishbourne
  GP surgeries, hospitals, and medical services
• Property in Fishbourne
  Housing, prices, and the village property market
• Flooding in Fishbourne
  Flood risk, drainage, and the impact of the harbour
• Chichester from Fishbourne
  The cathedral city two miles to the east
• Fishbourne Village Hall
  Community events, clubs, and hire at the village hall
• St Peter and St Mary's Church, Fishbourne
  The parish church and its place in village life
• Fishbourne Parish Council
  Local governance and parish matters
• Fishbourne Conservation Area
  Planning protection and the preservation of village character
• Crime and Safety in Fishbourne
  Crime levels, policing, and personal safety in the village
• Christmas in Fishbourne
  Seasonal events, services, and festivities in the village
• Dentists near Fishbourne
  NHS and private dental care in the Chichester area
• Vets near Fishbourne
  Veterinary surgeries serving the village and surrounding area

Nature

• Chichester Harbour
  The Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on Fishbourne's doorstep
• Dell Quay
  The waterside hamlet south of Fishbourne
• Dog Walking in Fishbourne
  Walks, open spaces, and harbour paths for dogs
• Wildlife around Fishbourne
  Birds, marine life, and the natural habitats of the harbour edge
• Apuldram
  The rural parish on Fishbourne's southern boundary
• The South Downs from Fishbourne
  The national park on the village's northern horizon
• Harbour Birdwatching from Fishbourne
  Birdwatching spots and seasonal highlights on Chichester Harbour
• Bosham from Fishbourne
  The neighbouring harbour village to the west
• Fishbourne Creek
  The tidal inlet that connects the village to the harbour
• Chichester Harbour AONB
  The Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty designation and what it means

Sport & Leisure

• Sailing from Fishbourne
  Sailing on Chichester Harbour and the Solent
• Walks from Fishbourne
  Circular walks, harbour paths, and countryside routes
• Fishbourne Recreation Ground
  The village playing field and open space
• West Wittering Beach
  The nearest sandy beach to Fishbourne
• Goodwood from Fishbourne
  The racecourse, motor circuit, and estate north of the village
• Salterns Way
  The walking and cycling route through the harbour area

History

• Fishbourne in the Domesday Book
  The village in William the Conqueror's great survey of 1086
• The Portsmouth and Arundel Canal
  The canal that briefly connected Fishbourne to the inland waterway network
• Roman Fishbourne
  The Roman supply base, palace, and the evidence for early occupation
• Old Fishbourne
  The historic heart of the village south of the A259
• New Fishbourne
  The northern part of the village and its modern development
• Medieval Fishbourne
  The village from Domesday to the dissolution
• Modern Fishbourne
  From Georgian village to twentieth-century suburb
• Historic Floods in Fishbourne
  Major flood events and the village's relationship with water

Practical

• Parking in Fishbourne
  Where to park in the village and at the Roman Palace
• Shopping in and near Fishbourne
  What the village offers and where to go for more
• Broadband in Fishbourne
  Internet connectivity and speeds in the village
• Gardening in Fishbourne
  Growing conditions, garden centres, and the local horticultural scene
• Weather in Fishbourne
  Climate, seasons, and what to expect on the coastal plain
• Council Tax in Fishbourne
  Bands, rates, and what the council tax pays for
• Waste and Recycling in Fishbourne
  Bin collections, recycling centres, and waste services
• Supermarkets near Fishbourne
  Grocery shopping options for the village
• Moving to Fishbourne
  What to know before moving to the village
• Energy and Sustainability in Fishbourne
  Solar, insulation, and the village's approach to energy
• Post Office and Mail Services near Fishbourne
  Where to post letters, collect parcels, and access Post Office services

Streets

• Fishbourne Road
  The village's main north-south street