Walberton is a quaint village and civil parish in West Sussex – just over 6 miles from the market town of Arundel. Located on the edge of the South Downs National Park, Walberton – like its nearby towns and cities, is a historical village with a medieval church in its parish. This charming village provides easy access to a good selection of amenities less than a mile from Avisford Grange including a village shop for groceries and a local Pre School (Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’) and Primary School (Ofsted rated ‘Good’). There is a Waitrose just under 2 miles from home off the A27, and just under 3 miles for Avisford, the nearby village of Barnham has a wider selection of amenities on offer including a Tesco Express supermarket and Train Station for easy commuting.
For those who like to be outside, the pond at Walberton Green provides a pretty backdrop for an afternoon walk. Eating out is also simple, thanks to a good selection of eateries within a few miles of home. The family-run Black Horse Gastropub is just a 10-minute walk from home and provides a cosy atmosphere, roaring fire, and home-cooked food – often there live music in the evenings. In the village, The Holly Tree Pub provides a great selection of food and often have live music and quiz nights at the weekend.
What’s close to Walberton?
The beautiful market town of Arundel is situated just six miles from our houses for sale in Walberton. Nestled inside the Arun Valley and South Downs countryside, and seeped in history, Arundel is a popular location for visitors. The town is particularly famous for its breathtaking medieval castle, with over 1000 years of history and stunning views across the South Down National Park – it’s a visit not to be missed.
Full of heritage, Arundel town itself is a delight for visitors. From independent shops and art galleries to cafes, restaurants, and pubs dating back hundreds over years, there’s something for everyone.
Just 8 miles from Avisford Grange is the cathedral city of Chichester. Another beautiful part of the world, Chichester is the perfect combinations of stunning countryside, sandy beaches, fishing villages, and history. Chichester’s coastline is particularly popular amongst visitors, including West Wittering Beach – a large, sandy beach close to Chichester harbour which is nestled in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a perfect location for a day trip with the family.
For those interested in local history, there is a wide selection of historical attractions in Chichester such as Chichester Cathedral, the Weald and Downland Living Museum, and Pallant House Gallery. Keen shoppers will also find a great variety of high street brands, independent retailers, and markets within the city walls and lanes, and refueling after a busy day won’t be hard with a delightful selection of restaurants, farm shops, pubs, and cafes – particular known for selling local produce.
Local Schools & Education
Families looking to move to Avisford Grange will find an impressive selection of schools in Walberton and the surrounding area. For early ages, Walberton Pre-School is located than a mile from home and Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’. For Primary School aged children, Walberton & Binstead Co E Primary School is Ofsted rated ‘Good’ and less than a mile from home. Both Slindon CofE Primary School and Yapton CofE Primary school are rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted and are both located just two miles from Avisford Grange.
For Secondary School aged children, St Phillip Howard Catholic School is Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ and is just under 3 miles from Avisford Grange. Only slightly further afield, The Regis School and Chichester High School are both rated ‘Good’ and are both situated less than 10 miles from home.
Those seeking further education will find Chichester College less than 9 miles from the Avisford Grange development which is Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’. The University of Chicester is also just 8 miles from home.
Transport & Travel
For commuters, access to surrounding towns and nearby cities from Avisford Grange is simple. The development is located near to the A27, which provides direct access to Chichester City Centre (just under 8 miles), Worthing (just under 16 miles), Portsmouth (25 miles), and Brighton in under 30 miles from home. The A27 and A285 connect to the A3 which provides access to central London in just over 2 hours. The A29 is also located less than 2 miles from Avisford Grange and provides direct access to Guildford in less than 2 hours.
The nearest train station to Avisford Grange is Barnham Train Station and is located just under 3 miles from home. Barnham Station provides regular services to Brighton (50 minutes), London Victoria (approximately 90 minutes), Southampton Central (just over 1 hour), and Bognor Regis (7 minutes) – making commuting to work or travelling for leisure particularly easy from our property for sale in Walberton.
The closest airport to Walberton is London Gatwick Airport which is located just over 40 miles from home. Gatwick is a major international airport providing regular flights to a large number of destinations globally.
