South Downs Bunkhouse, Arundel, West Sussex

The South Downs Bunkhouse is located in the hamlet of Houghton only 250 metres from the South Downs Way in the centre of the South Downs National Park. This is a great base for cycling and walking breaks, offering quality facilities at a reasonable price. School parties also welcome.

Breakfast can be provided for an additional charge.

The Bunkhouse can sleep up to 20 in four rooms; one room sleeps 8, the others four each. Each bed has a power socket and USB charging port. There is a communal room with tea and coffee making facilities, a microwave, fridge and toaster. We have now added an electric hob and oven and there is a large american fridge/freezer in the drying room. There is a TV and free WiFi throughout.

In the courtyard there are bike washing facilities, secure bike storage, picnic tables and a barbecue. We have a drying room, with washing machine and tumble dryer.

For larger groups or those with some looking for a little more luxury, we can also offer bed and breakfast at the Arun Valley B&B at Houghton Farm. There are 2 rooms in the farmhouse and a further en suite twin in the garden cottage. All rooms are spacious and comfortable, and a choice of breakfasts are served in the large dining room.

Houghton has two good pubs and a riverside restaurant all within easy walking distance. The pretty village of Amberley is a mile and a half away with a tea room and village shop.

The historic towns of Petworth (8.5 miles) and Arundel (4 miles) are within easy reach. Arundel can be reached by train, and Amberley railway station is very close by. The south coast is nearby too.