What to Do in the South Downs: Make Tottington Manor Your Base

The area around Tottington Manor is made for exploring: dramatic chalk hills, footpaths, historic villages, Brighton and the Sussex coast are all within reach, while the hotel provides somewhere comfortable to return to for AA Rosette dining and a good night’s sleep.

Walk straight into the landscape

Foot of the Downs highlights walks, the South Downs Way and access to Brighton and the coast. Tottington Manor sits right beneath those hills, making it a natural base for walkers, cyclists and visitors who want countryside without being cut off from the rest of Sussex.

Brighton and Burgess Hill within reach

The hotel is well placed for guests who want to combine rural time with Brighton, Worthing, Burgess Hill, Horsham and the wider Sussex area.

A weekend can therefore mix a South Downs walk with shopping, theatre, vineyards, coastal visits or dinner back at TERRA Restaurant.

History as part of a Sussex break

England’s Coast highlights local history tours and events available across the South East, including walks, talks and group activities.

That fits naturally with Tottington Manor’s own fascinating history, including its Second World War role, and makes the hotel a useful base for guests who enjoy heritage as well as landscape.

Return for food, wine and a proper rest

After a day outside, TERRA Restaurant provides seasonal food using locally sourced Sussex ingredients, alongside Sussex wines and relaxed hospitality.

For visitors looking for hotel stays with great food, the combination of countryside, boutique accommodation and AA Rosette dining means there is no need to drive elsewhere once the walking boots come off.

At a glance

• South Downs walking and cycling
• Easy access to Brighton and the Sussex coast
• Boutique hotel accommodation
• AA Rosette dining using locally sourced Sussex ingredients
• A useful base for local history, vineyards and countryside visits