Kingley Vale: how to get there
Kingley Vale NNR is in West Sussex
We encourage the use of sustainable transport whenever possible.
By train
The nearest train station is Chichester
, about 5km away.
By bus
There is no bus link to the reserve.
By car
To reach the reserve by car, leave the A286 at Mid Lavant and continue west to the NNR car park near the village of West Stoke. The reserve is signposted from there and is about a 15 minute walk along a footpath that leads to the main entrance.
The ‘Field Museum’ at the entrance to the reserve has new interpretation panels and a sculpture carved from yew by local artist Walter Bailey.
Accessibility
There are no easy access trails on the site and while the Nature Trail is generally accessible to buggies, wheelchairs may struggle as the track is deeply rutted in places. There are three benches along the trail.
Other local amenities and attractions
Among other attractions in the area are:
West Dean Gardens - including popular tea rooms and a superb arboretum
Weald and Downland Open Air Museum – an intriguing collection of nearly 50 historic buildings dating back to the 13th century, as well as farm animals, woodland walks and a picturesque lake.
Fishbourne Roman Palace – superb Roman remains and a calendar of special events.
Pallant House Art Gallery – one of the best collections of Modern British art in the UK
Chichester Harbour AONB - features include a year round list of guided walks around the harbour
South Downs National Park - the South Downs National Park is the tenth National Park to be designated in England.
For details about other attractions, events and accommodation, visit Chichester Tourist Information Centre or call (01243) 775888
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Contents
- Kingley Vale NNR
- What makes it special?
- Wildlife
- History
- Seasonal highlights
- How to get there
- Want to get involved?
Resources
- Information leaflet
- Site map (Nature on the Map)
Other NNRs in the area