Adsdean

Settlement in Sussex Chichester

England

Adsdean

King's Cottage, Racton: early September 2021 Also see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.pastfinders.com/sussexhistory/charles_ii.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.pastfinders.com/sussexhistory/charles_ii.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
King's Cottage, Racton: early September 2021 Credit: Basher Eyre

Adsdean is a small village located in the county of Sussex, in the southeastern part of England. Situated around 8 miles northwest of Chichester, Adsdean is surrounded by picturesque countryside and offers a tranquil and rural setting for its residents.

The village is characterized by its charming and traditional architecture, with many of its buildings dating back several centuries. It is predominantly a residential area, with a small population of around 200 people.

The surrounding area is known for its natural beauty, with rolling hills, farmland, and woodland providing a scenic backdrop to the village. The nearby South Downs National Park offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, hiking, and cycling.

Despite its small size, Adsdean benefits from its proximity to larger towns and cities. Chichester, with its historic cathedral and cultural attractions, is easily accessible by car or public transport. The coastal towns of Bognor Regis and Littlehampton are also within a short drive, providing access to beautiful beaches and seaside amenities.

Although Adsdean itself does not have any major amenities, there are nearby villages and towns that offer a range of services including shops, schools, and healthcare facilities. The village boasts a strong sense of community, with various local events and activities organized throughout the year.

Overall, Adsdean is a peaceful and idyllic village that offers a quintessential English countryside experience, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a slower pace of life and a close connection to nature.

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Adsdean Images

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King's Cottage, Racton: early September 2021 Also see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.pastfinders.com/sussexhistory/charles_ii.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.pastfinders.com/sussexhistory/charles_ii.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
King's Cottage, Racton: early September 2021
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Ledger slab: Elizabeth Gounter A ledger slab is an inscribed stone slab laid into the floor of a church to commemorate or mark the place of the burial of a wealthy deceased person. The term derives  from the Old English liċġan, meaning to lie down. They may be made of  Tournai marble, Sussex Marble, Nottingham alabaster or Swithland Slate.
Ledger slab: Elizabeth Gounter
A ledger slab is an inscribed stone slab laid into the floor of a church to commemorate or mark the place of the burial of a wealthy deceased person. The term derives from the Old English liċġan, meaning to lie down. They may be made of Tournai marble, Sussex Marble, Nottingham alabaster or Swithland Slate.
Racton Church: memorial to an admiral For more information see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Hornby" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Hornby">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Racton Church: memorial to an admiral
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Racton Church: flowers by the altar
Racton Church: flowers by the altar
Racton Church: a wife's memorial for her husband His wife Ethel was the daughter of Admiral of the Fleet Geoffrey Hornby <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geoffrey_Hornby" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geoffrey_Hornby">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> and the sibling of Admiral Robert Hornby <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Hornby" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Hornby">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> and Brigadier-General Edmund Hornby VC <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Hornby" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Hornby">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Racton Church: a wife's memorial for her husband
His wife Ethel was the daughter of Admiral of the Fleet Geoffrey Hornby LinkExternal link and the sibling of Admiral Robert Hornby LinkExternal link and Brigadier-General Edmund Hornby VC LinkExternal link
Racton Church: memorial to a former rector Frederick Henry Arnold, LL.D (19 October 1830 - 4 May 1906) was born in Sussex and educated at Trinity College, Dublin. He was ordained in 1860. After a curacy at Barlavington he was the incumbent of Appledram from 1861 to 1865 when he was appointed Rector of Racton with Lordington.
Racton Church: memorial to a former rector
Frederick Henry Arnold, LL.D (19 October 1830 - 4 May 1906) was born in Sussex and educated at Trinity College, Dublin. He was ordained in 1860. After a curacy at Barlavington he was the incumbent of Appledram from 1861 to 1865 when he was appointed Rector of Racton with Lordington.
Racton Church: floor memorial I also found this <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://ancestors.familysearch.org/en/KZFM-FLQ/colonel-george-gounter-of-racton-1620" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://ancestors.familysearch.org/en/KZFM-FLQ/colonel-george-gounter-of-racton-1620">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Racton Church: floor memorial
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Racton Church: incumbency board
Racton Church: incumbency board
Racton Church: always look up These knightly symbols are quite a rarity
Racton Church: always look up
These knightly symbols are quite a rarity
Racton Church: a politician's gravestone For more about Sir Michael Hamilton see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Hamilton_(politician)" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Hamilton_(politician)">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Racton Church: a politician's gravestone
For more about Sir Michael Hamilton see LinkExternal link
Field edge in late sunlight above Funtington The distant water is Chichester Harbour, with the sea on the horizon.
Field edge in late sunlight above Funtington
The distant water is Chichester Harbour, with the sea on the horizon.
Farmland at Asdean Park
Farmland at Asdean Park
Farmland with pigsties at Asdean Park
Farmland with pigsties at Asdean Park
Asdean House and Farm
Asdean House and Farm
Haresfoot Close, Funtington, seen across fields
Haresfoot Close, Funtington, seen across fields
Private drive to Funtington Down House
Private drive to Funtington Down House
Track to Walderton On bridleway number 471 descending from Walderton Down.
Track to Walderton
On bridleway number 471 descending from Walderton Down.
Walderton Village Beside the junction of the main street in Walderton with Cooks Lane.
Walderton Village
Beside the junction of the main street in Walderton with Cooks Lane.
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Adsdean is located at Grid Ref: SU7909 (Lat: 50.876796, Lng: -0.87075494)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Chichester

Police Authority: Sussex

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 50.876796,-0.87075494
Adsdean Farm Shop
Addr City: Chichester
Addr Place: Adsdean Farm
Addr Postcode: PO18 9DN
Addr Suburb: Adsdean
Fhrs Authority: Chichester
Fhrs Id: 147555
Fhrs Local Authority Id: 92/00272/FOOD
Opening Hours: Tu-Fr 09:00-17:00; Sa 09:00-16:00
Phone: +44 1243 575212
Shop: farm
Source: receipt from visit
Website: https://adsdeanfarm.co.uk
Lat/Long: 50.8773861/-0.8696982
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Lat/Long: 50.8774993/-0.864905
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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