Something for everyone
Winding footpaths and country lanes, traditional pubs and tea rooms, and some truly stunning views…
Woodlands Retreat B&B is located in the heart of the South Downs National Park, an area of outstanding natural beauty, and ideally situated for exploring the beautiful South Downs Way.
But it’s not just the beautiful countryside that attracts visitors to this part of the world – from food festivals to horse racing, there’s a whole host of events and activities to enjoy during the coming months…
A month-long celebration of the finest food and drink produced in Hampshire, the Hampshire Food Festival (1st-31st July) features more than 60 food and farming events across the county. These include cookery classes, distillery tours and pop-up dining experiences, showcasing fantastic local produce.
Cars, stars and motorsport royalty come together over four superb days for the Goodwood Festival of Speed (12th-15th July). The largest event of its kind, the event gathers together the planet’s rarest and most glamorous cars in the beautiful parkland surrounding Goodwood House.
With five days of thrilling action set against the magnificent backdrop of the rolling Sussex countryside, The Qatar Goodwood Festival (31st July – 4th August) – known as 'Glorious Goodwood' – is one of the highlights of the flat-racing season. Elegant fashion, combined with some of the greatest races in the world, create a festival week like no other.
The many wonders of the South Downs are brought together at the South Downs Show and Hampshire Wood Fair (18th-19th August) at Queen Elizabeth Country Park. From arena acts to falcons and ferrets, this family event offers a variety of activities and an insight into traditional country life.
The smell of engines mingles with the roar of iconic race cars at Goodwood Revival, a three-day September festival (7th-9th September) celebrating the halcyon days of motor racing with the accompanying glamour of 1940s, ’50s and ’60s. This much-loved event brings together the most significant racing cars and motorcycles along with legendary drivers and riders from the past and stars of today.
There really is something for everyone to enjoy in the local area this summer – no wonder we love it so much round here!