Shoreham-by-Sea is a busy port at the mouth of the River Adur. The footbridge over the river leads to the beach which is ¾ mile from the station. The small town of Steyning with its attractive half-timbered buildings is a bus ride away (see Steyning Museum below). Shoreham-by-Sea PlusBus tickets are valid to Steyning as well as within extensive area along the coast from Shoreham-by-Sea to Brighton and Seaford.
The history of the port of Shoreham with ship models and maritime paintings as well as displays on
the early film industry and flying. The Museum has a distinctive chequerboard facade and is one of the
oldest lay buildings in Sussex. Temporary exhibitions programme.
Open May-Oct, please check website for details.
www.sussexpast.co.uk
A medieval timber-framed house with panelling interiors, including the unique Elizabethan 'Painted Room'
with trompe l'oeil murals. Collection of English costume-dolls. Attractive gardens with amusing animal topiary. Refreshments.
Open May-Sep, Thur, Sun & BH 1400-1800. Last tour 1700.
www.stmarysbramber.co.uk
Bus 2 from Surry Street and High Street to Bramber, 14 minutes journey. Daily, hourly.
Return buses stop near the station in Ham Road.
Shoreham-by-Sea PlusBus tickets are valid for this journey.
Operated by Brighton & Hove.
The ruins of a Norman motte and bailey castle guarding the Adur valley through the South Downs.
The gatehouse stands almost to its full height. Admission free.
Open Any reasonable time.
www.english-heritage.org.uk
Bus as St Mary's House above.
The history of the ancient town of Steyning. Temporary exhibitions programme. Admission free.
Open WThFSSu 1000-1600.
www.steyningmuseum.org.uk
Bus 2 from Surry Street and High Street to Steyning Clock Tower, 18 minutes journey. Daily, hourly.
Return buses stop near the station in Ham Road.
Shoreham-by-Sea PlusBus tickets are valid for this journey.
Operated by Brighton & Hove.
Short Walks Made Easy: South Downs
features a circular walk around Bramber.
