Parking in Fishbourne

Where to park in the village and at the Roman Palace

Parking in Fishbourne is relatively straightforward compared to Chichester, but there are some things to know. The Roman Palace has its own car park for visitors, which is the largest parking facility in the village. The car park is well signposted from the A259 and charges a fee, which is included in the admission price for palace visitors.

On-street parking in the village is generally unrestricted, though the narrow lanes in Old Fishbourne can be tight. Fishbourne Road, the main street through the village, has some on-street spaces, and the roads in the residential areas around Roman Way and Clay Lane provide further options.

The railway station has a small car park with limited spaces. It fills early on weekday mornings with commuters, so arriving after about eight o'clock is unlikely to guarantee a space. There is some on-street parking near the station, but this is also used by commuters.

Dell Quay has very limited parking, with a small area near the pub that fills quickly at weekends and in summer. The lane down to Dell Quay is narrow and not suitable for large vehicles. Walking or cycling from Fishbourne is often the better option.

For visitors arriving by car to explore the area, parking at the Roman Palace and walking into the village, to Dell Quay, or along the harbour path is a practical approach. Chichester's park-and-ride service on the A259 at Fishbourne provides an alternative for those heading into the city centre.