Rotherfield Sports Association

The Rotherfield Sports Association is a proper local sports facility just outside Petworth - the sort of place where the community actually gathers rather than somewhere geared up for tourist crowds. If you're staying at Graffham or Woodfire at Westerlands and fancy a game of cricket, bowls, or tennis, it's worth knowing about.

What you'll find here depends entirely on timing. It's not a destination attraction - think of it more as a resource if you've got a sporting itch to scratch during your Sussex holiday. The grounds themselves are functional, well-maintained, and genuinely used by locals. In summer, the cricket pitch comes alive with weekend matches, and the bowling green has that particular charm of English village sport - all deliberate movements and neighbourly competition.

Best for families with older kids who might want to join in a casual game, or adults keen on golf, bowls, or tennis without the formality of a resort club. You won't spend hours here unless you're playing, but if you've got downtime between visits to the South Downs, it beats sitting at a table.

The modest location - just a few miles from Petworth - makes it a low-pressure addition to a park-based holiday. Ring ahead or check locally for membership requirements and match schedules. Admission details aren't readily available online, so your park reception can point you in the right direction. Expect to allow whatever time your chosen sport demands, from forty minutes to a full afternoon.