Your guide to Steyning, United Kingdom from Cheap Hotels Ltd.
The small town of Steyning is located in the Horsham District of West Sussex.It has enjoyed a long and varied history dating back to the time of Norman settlement in the area. With pubs, bars, restaurants and hotels, you can wile away your hours taking in the sights and sounds of this peaceful town. The A283 passes right through the town making it very easy to reach. Celebrate the history of Steyning with a visit to the Steyning Museum. Here you will learn about the Normans and Saxons who founded the town. Arts and crafts are alive and well as you will see in the various exhibits on display. You should plan to be in town for the annual Steyning Festival which features visits from famous author's of children's books, mask painting classes, and music workshops. Since Steyning has the reputation of being the last place in England where witches were burned at the stake, there is also a segment dealing with witches and wizardry. Another of the annual events you don't want to miss is the Steyning County Fair. The stalls feature handmade crafts and livestock displays. It is reminiscent of the fairs held in the town in its early history and concentrates on the rural lifestyle of the area. There is something at this event for every member of the family, such as clowns and jugglers, music and dancing and all kinds of demonstrations. Accommodation is available in the town as well as fine food restaurants. Drop into the pubs where you will find lively conversation.
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