Plan Your Visit
to the rolling hills of West Sussex
Countryside steeped in history
THE PIG-in the South Downs sits in the heart of the National Park, surrounded by rolling hills, ancient woodland and some of England’s best vineyards. It’s a place for long rambles, lazy afternoons in the garden and glasses of something local as the sun sets. With market towns, historic estates and walking trails all around, this PIG is made for proper country days.
Wander the hills
Rolling chalk hills, hidden valleys and ancient woodlands stretch for miles, dotted with flint villages, country pubs and historic estates. It’s countryside at its most English.
Step outside and you’ll find trails in every direction – from gentle rambles across farmland to bracing climbs onto the Downs with views that go on forever. Of course, the South Downs Way passes nearby, perfect for walkers looking to tick off a stretch of one of Britain’s best-loved long-distance paths.
Stories set in stone
Arundel is a picture-perfect market town with a towering castle and riverside walks, while Petworth is known for its antiques, galleries and grand National Trust house.
A little further afield, Chichester brings Roman history, a cathedral and a thriving arts scene. Each has centuries of history to uncover, all within easy reach of the house.
Vineyards and wine
This is wine country, and it starts right at our door. Our own vineyard surrounds the house, with rows of vines soaking up the South Downs sun.
Nyetimber, Tinwood and Ridgeview are all close by, producing award-winning sparkling wines that have put English wine on the map. Most offer tours and tastings, making it easy to spend a day among the vines before heading back to THE PIG for another glass.
Plan Your Visit
Local walks
Trails lead straight from the house into ancient oaks and open plains – whether you’re up for a bracing stomp, a gentle meander or even a bike ride.
Things to do
There is a lot to get up to in and around the South Downs. See below for a list of some of our local highlights and some hidden gems off the beaten track.
FAQs
We've collected some of the most commonly asked questions from our guests to help answer any questions you might have.
Local walks and bike trails
THE PIG-in the South Downs - Walk 3 A Short Vineyard Stroll
Approx. 1 mile (less than 20 minutes)
Frequently asked questions
The availability shown online for THE PIG-in the South Downs is live and always up-to-date. If you can’t find the date you’re after, please email reservations@thepighotel.com so we can add you to our waiting list.
However, it’s worth checking out our other properties as we may have rooms or tables available elsewhere.
THE PIG welcomes well-behaved dogs to stay in a small number of rooms across most of our hotels, excluding THE PIG-in the wall and THE PIG-on the beach*. We kindly ask owners to help us respect the sensitivities of all our guests and staff by asking you to follow our Dog House Rules to avoid ending up in the doghouse! To book a dog friendly room please email us at reservations@thepighotel.com or give us a call 0345 225 9494.
We do not permit dogs inside the restaurants, although they are welcome to join you on a stroll around the grounds or for outdoor dining when our terraces are open. Please note at THE PIG-in the wall we only permit guide dogs into the property.
Children are more than welcome at THE PIG-in the South Downs, both in the restaurant and to stay. At THE PIG-in the South Downs we have adjoining double and twin rooms.
We’ll never tell you what to wear. Our restaurant at THE PIG-in the South Downs is informal and relaxed, so come in whatever makes you happy and comfortable.
Breakfast: 7:30am-10am Monday-Friday and 7:30am-10:30am on Saturday and Sunday.
Lunch: 12pm-3pm Monday to Saturday, and 12pm-4pm on Sunday.
Dinner: 6pm-9:45pm Monday to Sunday.
Afternoon: We don't serve a traditional afternoon tea.
Outdoor eating: Outdoor eating on the restaurant terrace at THE PIG-in the South Downs is on a first-come first-served basis, weather dependent for restaurant guests only. If you would like to dine outdoors we advise booking a table during our first lunch sittings at 12 – 12.30 to secure a place in the sun. Please note the restaurant terrace is not bookable.
If you would like to book you can do this online, giving our Reservations team a call on 0345 225 9494 or by emailing reservations@thepighotel.com
We offer monetary vouchers, as well as lunch, dinner and treatment vouchers. These can be purchased here.
Please kindly note that you are unable to redeem a gift voucher online to make a booking. Please book your room as normal and the team will refund any pre-payments with proof of your voucher. Please just contact reservations@thepighotel.com
Our phones can get quite busy at certain times, so please do bear with us. You can also reach us by completing our online form, using our live chat system, by calling THE PIG-in the South Downs on 01243 974 500 or by emailing us at reservations@thepighotel.com
Breakfast at THE PIG-in the South Downs is available to everyone! Head to the restaurant where you can choose to dig into our PIG breakfast grazing table or pick something hot from our breakfast menu.
Unless we are running a special deal, our bedroom rates do not include breakfast (so you always have the choice to come down and enjoy it, or sleep in and skip it!)
If you're not staying with us the night before, please make sure you book your table in advance. We can't wait to welcome you round to ours in the morning!
You can check in from 3pm at THE PIG-in the South Downs, however, you’re more than welcome to arrive earlier to drop off your luggage and explore the gardens.
Check out is by 11am. We ask that you leave your room by this time, but please enjoy the surroundings all day. We can’t guarantee an early check-in or late check-out, but stick around and let us know your plans and we will try our best on the day.
At THE PIG-in the South Downs we have wheelchair access to the ground floor rooms and garden of the hotel, with gravel tracks around the property. For more details please contact us by completing our online form, using our live chat system, or by emailing us at reservations@thepighotel.com
All rates shown on our website, quoted over the phone, or provided through other means are subject to availability. We reserve the right to refuse any booking for valid reasons. Our hotels offer various room types, with rates based on the number of occupants per room. Prices are quoted in Pounds Sterling, and all online payments will be processed in Pounds Sterling.
During peak seasons, bank holidays, and special events, certain rates may not be available, and some dates may require a minimum length of stay. Rates are subject to change without notice.
Our packages and pricing vary based on availability and demand. They include only the services and amenities specified in writing. Your price is guaranteed once you receive a confirmation number.
Some rate plans require full prepayment and are non-cancellable, non-refundable, non-changeable, and non-transferable. These conditions will be clearly stated in the rate description. For these plans, your credit card will be charged the full amount upon reservation. No credit will be given for unused reservations, and the payment cannot be applied to other or future reservations.
Some promotional rate plans require full prepayment and are non-cancellable, non-refundable, non-changeable, and non-transferable. These conditions will be clearly stated in the rate description. For these plans, your credit card will be charged the full amount upon reservation. No credit will be given for unused reservations, and the payment cannot be applied to other or future reservations.
We currently have eight 7KW Pod Point electrical charging points for vehicles at THE PIG-in the South Downs if you require charging during your visit. You will need to use the POD Point App to access the charger, and will be charged 75p per kWh of charge; overnight charging is required for full charge. Charging will require use of the Pod Point app and a registered account - this can be found at https://pod-point.com/products/driver/app. These POD charging points are fully compatible with all electric cars but please note you must bring your own charging lead. Once your car is fully charged we ask you move it to a regular parking space.
Restaurant: Please speak to our Restaurant Team at THE PIG-in the South Downs if you have any questions about the menu, allergies or dietary requirements when you arrive.
If you wish to have the option to cancel your room free of charge (up to 72 hours before arrival), we recommend booking one of our "Free Range" rates. Please email reservations@thepighotel.com if you need to amend your stay.
A late cancellation (within 72 hours of arrival or outside the defined cancellation policy of the rate booked) or a no-show (failing to arrive on the scheduled date) will result in a charge of one night's accommodation at the first night's rate of your booking. This charge will be applied to the credit or debit card provided during booking.
