Aldingbourne Country Centre

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Recently awarded the accreditation of VisitEngland Quality Assured Visitor Attraction, The Aldingbourne Country Centre, an Aldingbourne Trust social enterprise, is a popular Visitor Attraction located on the edge of the South Downs National Park offering a great day out for families to play, a state-of-the-art conference centre for people to meet and a welcoming café where everyone can eat. We are also home to several other enterprises including Wood Recycling and Horticulture.

With over 90,000 visitors a year, we pride ourselves on giving people a great experience in an attractive, creative and welcoming environment which includes state-of-the-art buildings, an open farm, various indoor and outdoor play areas, woodland walk, maze and camping fields, as well as hosting an incredible range of seasonal activities and events during the holidays so families can have a Great Day Out and experience the magic of making a difference.

The Aldingbourne Trusts provides a range of services for more than 1500 people with learning disabilities including autism and Down’s Syndrome as well as for people who also live with physical disabilities throughout Sussex and Hampshire. We are on a mission to support people with learning disabilities and or autism, to develop and live the lives they choose, operating more than a dozen social enterprises as part of our entrepreneurial approach to providing opportunities alongside supported living and outreach services for people close to and in places close to where they live.

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Access Information

General

Additional detailed accessibility information:

Assistive listening system - There is an assistive listening system available e.g. a hearing loop.

Changing Places toilet - There is a Changing Places toilet, which includes an adult size changing bench, toilet, sink and hoist.

Designated quiet space or room - A designated quiet space or room is available.

Disability awareness / equality training - Disability awareness / equality training is provided for staff.

Emergency evacuation plan for disabled people - Personal or General Emergency Evacuation Plans are in place for disabled customers.

Facilities for assistance dogs - Facilities are available for assistance dogs e.g. water bowls, toilet area, within the grounds of the venue or nearby.

Lift - There are lift(s) available. An evacuation chair should also be available in case of emergency.

Map / floorplan showing accessibility facilities - A map or floorplan showing accessibility facilities is available.

Single-level - The venue is all on one level, with no steps or raised thresholds.

Step-free access to all or most areas - There is step-free access to all or most areas. This may include access by ramp or lift. As a minimum, there is step-free access to an accessible toilet and at least one food and beverage outlet, where available.

Wheelchair-accessible toilet in public areas - A designated accessible toilet designed for wheelchair users, and others with visible and non-visible accessibility requirements, is available within the main public areas.

Parking

Designated accessible parking is available within 50 metres of the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance if applicable.

Step-free route with firm surface from car park to entrance - There is a step-free route with a firm surface from the parking to the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance.

Food and Drink

Dietary requirements catered for - A selection of food is offered for a range of dietary requirements.

Table service as standard or on request - Table service is available as standard or on request.

Wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet - There is at least one wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet on site.

This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.

Facilities

Accessibility - Food and Drink

Dietary requirements catered for - A selection of food is offered for a range of dietary requirements.
Table service as standard or on request - Table service is available as standard or on request.
Wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet - There is at least one wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet on site.

Accessibility - General

Additional detailed accessibility information:
Assistive listening system - There is an assistive listening system available e.g. a hearing loop.
Changing Places toilet - There is a Changing Places toilet, which includes an adult size changing bench, toilet, sink and hoist.
Designated quiet space or room - A designated quiet space or room is available.
Disability awareness / equality training - Disability awareness / equality training is provided for staff.
Emergency evacuation plan for disabled people - Personal or General Emergency Evacuation Plans are in place for disabled customers.
Facilities for assistance dogs - Facilities are available for assistance dogs e.g. water bowls, toilet area, within the grounds of the venue or nearby.
Lift - There are lift(s) available. An evacuation chair should also be available in case of emergency.
Map / floorplan showing accessibility facilities - A map or floorplan showing accessibility facilities is available.
Single-level - The venue is all on one level, with no steps or raised thresholds.
Step-free access to all or most areas - There is step-free access to all or most areas. This may include access by ramp or lift. As a minimum, there is step-free access to an accessible toilet and at least one food and beverage outlet, where available.
Wheelchair-accessible toilet in public areas - A designated accessible toilet designed for wheelchair users, and others with visible and non-visible accessibility requirements, is available within the main public areas.

Accessibility - Parking

Designated accessible parking is available within 50 metres of the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance if applicable.
Step-free route with firm surface from car park to entrance - There is a step-free route with a firm surface from the parking to the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance.

Catering

On-Site cafe/restaurant/catering
Picnic area

Children & Infants

Baby changing facilities
Children's indoor play area
Children's outdoor play area

Establishment Features

Gift shop
Wireless internet (WiFi) connection available

Key Features

Farm
No Smoking Attraction

Parking & Transport

Car parking
On site parking
Parking (free)

Payment Methods

Cash Accepted

Tours and Demonstrations

Educational Visits Accepted

Travel & Trade

Group Discount

Map & Directions

Map Link

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Road Directions

Aldingbourne Country Centre is located off the A27 opposite Fontwell.

For SatNav users, ‘Aldingbourne Country Centre’ will bring you directly to our car park.

Parking

When you arrive, you will drive straight into our car park. There are 16 Blue Badges spaces at the top of the car park, by the main entrance, which do not need to be pre- reserved.

Our car park is tarmac and free to use.

There is a wide central path leading up to the entrance, with a zebra crossing just to the entrance.

Public Transport Directions

Travel by public transport

Due to our remote location we, unfortunately, do not have any local buses.

The nearest National Rail station is Barnham.

Travel by taxi

Several local Taxi firms operate in this area.

Opening Times

Season (5 Nov 2025 - 30 Mar 2026)
Day	Times
Monday - Sunday	10:00	- 16:00

Season (31 Mar 2026 - 4 Nov 2026)
Day	Times
Monday - Sunday	10:00	- 17:00

* Last entry is an hour before closing.

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Type:Parkland / Woodland Garden