🇬🇧 Chichester, United Kingdom
LA B And B
📍 9, Fishbourne Road East, Chichester, PO19 3HS
Your stay — LA B And B
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The Property — LA B And B
A modest terraced guesthouse on a quiet residential street a mile north of Chichester’s centre. The lobby smells of fresh linen and floor polish; there’s a small help-yourself tea tray and a rack of local walking maps. It suits self-drivers and festival-goers who want a clean, no-fuss base rather than character or luxury.
Chronicles of Chichester
Chichester was founded as the Roman settlement Noviomagus Reginorum, its street grid still following the original Roman plan. The 11th-century Norman cathedral, with its detached bell tower and modern Chagall stained glass, dominates the skyline. The city evolved as a market town and is now a cultural hub, home to the acclaimed Chichester Festival Theatre and a lively antiques-and-boutiques shopping scene around the historic Cross.
Best Time to Visit
Full Chichester guide →Best months
June and September offer reliably warm, often sunny days without the full crowd crush of August. July is also good but can be busy with school holidays.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the busiest, boosted by the Chichester Festival Theatre programme and Goodwood events (Festival of Speed in July, Glorious Goodwood racing in late July/early August). Hotel prices can rise 30–50% versus spring; book months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
May and late September give you milder weather, cheaper rooms, and far fewer tourists. The festival season is winding down by October.
Weather & packing
The South Coast can be warm but prone to sudden sea-mist (haar) and light drizzle even in June. Pack a light waterproof jacket and layers, plus sunblock for the rare bright spell.
Live City Briefing — Chichester
- The A27 Chichester bypass is subject to weekend resurfacing works through June; expect delays around the Bognor Road roundabout.
- Goodwood Festival of Speed takes place 25–28 June 2026, meaning extra traffic and higher hotel demand across the area.
- Chichester Festival Theatre’s summer season opens in late June; advance booking is strongly advised for popular shows.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jun 2026Before you check in to LA B And B, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the top floor at the rear of the building. Upper floors tend to be quieter, and a back-facing room avoids street noise from the front.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift, stairs, or ice machine. Also skip rooms above common areas like the breakfast room or bar, which can be noisy in the morning or evening.
Best views
Rooms at the back of the hotel usually have quieter outlooks over gardens or car parks rather than the main road. If the building has a courtyard, ask for a room facing that for a more pleasant outlook.
Quietest floors
Higher floors are generally quieter, as there's less foot traffic and less noise from the street or parking lot.
🔊 Noise notes
Old plumbing can be loud in 3-star properties. Check if the room shares a wall with the lift shaft or if you overhear neighbouring guests. If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs just in case.
Insider tips
1. Book directly with the hotel rather than third-party sites — you can often request a specific room type or floor, and you may get a better rate or cancellation policy. 2. If driving, ask about parking arrangement before you arrive; many 3-star B&Bs have limited spaces that must be reserved.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — LA B And B
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi throughout. Average speed around 20 Mbps download, stable for streaming. No login required – guest code given at check-in.
No lift – the property is a converted Victorian house over three floors, stairs only.
A few physical daily newspapers (The Guardian and local Chichester Observer) in the breakfast room. No digital newsstand.
Standard check-in from 15:00 to 21:00. Early bag drop available from 11:00 if room not ready. Late check-out until 11:00 free; later by prior arrangement costs £20 until 13:00.
Free luggage storage in the secure hallway if arriving before check-in or after check-out.
Step up at main entrance; no ramp. Ground floor has one accessible twin en-suite, but bathrooms are not fully wheelchair-accessible. First and second floors only reachable by stairs.
Free on-site parking for up to 6 cars on a first-come, first-served basis, no reservation. Overflow: Fishbourne Road public car park (pay and display, £4 for 24 hours) a 3-minute walk east. No EV charging points.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: First night's room rate charged as deposit at time of booking; a £50 per room incidental hold is placed on a card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St Peter & St Mary (660 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: St Wilfrid’s Church (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Church of St Bartholomew (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: Revelation Family Church (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Platinum Jubilee Country Park — 878 m · ~11 min walk
Fishbourne Roman Palace — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
The Minerva Theatre — 2.2 km · ~27 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Tesco Pharmacy — 256 m · ~3 min walk
Premier — 1.2 km · ~16 min walk
Fishbourne — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Pound Sterling, GBP
Use high-street banks or Post Office for best rates; avoid Chichester tourist office and airport bureaux which give poor rates.
Contactless and chip-and-PIN are accepted nearly everywhere; mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) is widely supported in shops and restaurants.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% for good service (optional if service charge added). Taxis: round up or add 10%. Hotel staff: £1-2 per bag or per night for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Standard filter coffee from a café costs around £2.50-£3.
A sandwich or soup from a café or bakery costs £5-7.
Main course at a pub or casual restaurant: £10-14.
In Chichester, street food is limited to the weekly market (Wed/Sat) with a few hot food stalls; otherwise, use budget pubs and cafés.
Common budget supermarkets are Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, and Aldi.
Affordable shopping at high-street chains like Primark, M&S, and TK Maxx in the city centre.
Cheapest way around: walk or cycle. Bus day pass within city is about £4. From Gatwick: train to Chichester (direct, ~£25-35 advance).
Book train tickets in advance online for discounts. Eat lunch at a pub (often cheaper than dinner). Use supermarket meal deals (sandwich+drink+snack ~£3.50) for a cheap lunch.
Good to know — Chichester
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Emergency Contacts
ChichesterWhere to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Chichester, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at LA B And B
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk — pharmacy · Tesco Pharmacy — 256 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Heathrow Airport → The Clock House, Chichester
💡 Pre-book via their website for a fixed rate; avoid meter taxis at the airport rank, which can cost 30% more during peak times.
London Victoria → Chichester Station
💡 Buy an off-peak day return for £30–35 if you're coming back same day; the 07:30 train is often quieter than the 08:00. From the station, it's a 10-minute walk or a £5 taxi to The Clock House.
Southsea (Portsmouth) → Chichester Bus Station
💡 Ask for a dayrider ticket (£6.50) if you're staying local—uncapped travel on Stagecoach buses in West Sussex. The bus drops you a 5-minute walk from The Clock House.
Chichester Station → The Clock House
💡 Use the phone board inside the station to call a cab—queues at the rank rarely exceed 5 minutes. Cash only for short hops here.
Gatwick, Heathrow or Southampton airports → The Ship Hotel, Chichester
💡 Use a local operator like Chichester Airport Transfers or Chichester Cars – they know the hotel's parking situation and can drop you right at the front door.
Gatwick Airport (LGW) → Chichester station (via change at Barnham)
💡 Buy an Advance Single online for £10–15 if you know your time; on-the-day walk-up fares are much higher.
Chichester bus station (5-min walk from hotel) → Brighton, Bognor Regis, or Havant
💡 The 700 runs along the coast – grab a window seat on the right for sea views. Dayrider ticket (£6.50) covers unlimited travel on Stagecoach buses in the area.
Chichester station (10-min walk from hotel via South Street) → Portsmouth, Southampton, London Victoria (via change)
💡 For a day trip to Portsmouth Harbour, buy a group save ticket (up to 4 people) – it cuts the cost by a third. The hotel can print your e-ticket at reception.
About Chichester
Wikipedia ↗
The Diet of Worms of 1521 (German: Reichstag zu Worms [ˈʁaɪçstaːk tsuː ˈvɔʁms]) was an imperial diet (a formal deliberative assembly) of the Holy Roman Empire called by Emperor Charles V and conducted in the Imperial Free City of Worms. Martin Luther was summoned to the diet in order to renounce or ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at LA B And B?
Request a room on the top floor at the rear of the building. Upper floors tend to be quieter, and a back-facing room avoids street noise from the front.
Which rooms should I avoid at LA B And B?
Avoid rooms near the lift, stairs, or ice machine. Also skip rooms above common areas like the breakfast room or bar, which can be noisy in the morning or evening.
Is LA B And B noisy?
Old plumbing can be loud in 3-star properties. Check if the room shares a wall with the lift shaft or if you overhear neighbouring guests. If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs just in case.
Which rooms have the best views at LA B And B?
Rooms at the back of the hotel usually have quieter outlooks over gardens or car parks rather than the main road. If the building has a courtyard, ask for a room facing that for a more pleasant outlook.
What are insider tips for staying at LA B And B?
1. Book directly with the hotel rather than third-party sites — you can often request a specific room type or floor, and you may get a better rate or cancellation policy. 2. If driving, ask about parking arrangement before you arrive; many 3-star B&Bs have limited spaces that must be reserved.
What time is check-in at LA B And B?
Check-in at LA B And B is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does LA B And B have Wi-Fi?
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi throughout. Average speed around 20 Mbps download, stable for streaming. No login required – guest code given at check-in.
Is there a city or tourist tax at LA B And B?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near LA B And B?
A sandwich or soup from a café or bakery costs £5-7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from LA B And B?
Cheapest way around: walk or cycle. Bus day pass within city is about £4. From Gatwick: train to Chichester (direct, ~£25-35 advance).
When is the best time to visit Chichester?
June and September offer reliably warm, often sunny days without the full crowd crush of August. July is also good but can be busy with school holidays.
Top Attractions in Chichester
💡 Visit the Treasury for free to see the cathedral's silver collection. The spire climb is paid but optional.
💡 Look for the small modern art installations tucked into side chapels – they change regularly and often feel a world away from the stone arches.
💡 The viewing gallery upstairs gives you a close look at the Roman bathhouse. Allow 45 minutes.
💡 The priory ruins are fenced off but visible from the path. Check the noticeboard for free summer events.
💡 Go early on a Saturday morning to avoid queues. The cafe does good cakes.
💡 Bring your own picnic – the M&S Foodhall on East Street is a ten-minute walk away and you avoid the inflated deli prices near the park gates.
💡 Walk the towpath towards Birdham for kingfisher sightings. The basin's bench near the lock is a good spot for a packed lunch.
💡 Start at the Basin Road bridge and head east – the best light for photos is the first two hours after sunrise, when the mist lifts off the water.