Things to Do Off the Pitch in West Sussex

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After giving it everything on the football or rugby pitch at your Sports Tours tournament weekends, it’s time to swap tackled for treats and boots for beach walks.

From castles and coastlines to animals and ancient history, here are five fantastic places to visit when the final whistle blows.

Bognor Regis Beach

Take a stroll on golden sands with a visit to Bognor Regis Beach. Whether you’re celebrating a tournament win or simply relaxing after a hard-fought weekend, the beach is the perfect place to unwind. Take a stroll along the promenade, enjoy classic seaside treats like fish and chips or ice cream, and soak up the fresh sea air. It’s a great spot for players, coaches and parents to recharge together. Because every winning weekend deserves a trip to the coast.

Arundel Castle

Swap football boots for knights’ armour at one of England’s most impressive castles.

With over 1,000 years of history, Arundel Castle is packed with grand halls, stunning gardens and fascinating exhibitions. Wander through medieval rooms, climb the castle walls and imagine what life was like hundreds of years ago.

It’s an ideal day out for players, coaches and parents alike (and there’s no VAR in medieval battles!)

Drusillas Park

If your team loves animals, Drusillas Park is guaranteed to be a hit.

Meet penguins, monkeys, meerkats and sloths before burning off even more energy in the adventure play areas. Younger players will especially love the interactive exhibits, while adults will appreciate a slightly more relaxed pace after tournament action.

It’s fun, educational and perfect for families travelling with the team.

Tilgate Park

Need a break from competition? Tilgate Park offers the perfect escape into nature.

With beautiful woodland walks, lakes, a nature centre and plenty of open space, it’s great for stretching tired legs after a weekend of matches. There’s also a café for a well-deserved hot chocolate or coffee while teammates swap stories from the tournament.

Sometimes the best way to recover is simply slowing the pace down.

Fishbourne Roman Palace

Step back nearly 2,000 years at Fishbourne Roman Palace, the largest Roman home ever discovered in Britain.

Explore incredible mosaic floors, wander through recreated Roman gardens and discover how people lived during Roman times. It’s a fascinating attraction that’s surprisingly interactive, making history much more exciting than your average classroom lesson.

Who knew your sports tour could include a trip through ancient Britain?

Fun fact: Some of the mosaics have survived for almost two millennia!

Make Your Sports Tour One to Remember

Winning matches is always the goal, but the best sports tours are about much more than what happens on the pitch.

So, when the final whistle blows, don’t head straight back to your room – get out and discover everything West Sussex has to offer. After all, the best tours are remembered for the adventures off the pitch just as much as the action on it.

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