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Situated just a few minutes’ walk from Chichester’s city centre, The Nags Head is a well‑known bar, restaurant and hotel – ideally placed for guests attending the celebrated Goodwood Revival at the nearby Motor Circuit. At just a 4‑minute drive (around 4 km) from the circuit, it offers refreshment, dining and comfortable lodging in one historic yet vibrant venue.
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🏁 Atmosphere & Bar
Housed in a mock‑Tudor building dating back to 1895, The Nags Head boasts a traditional pub bar with cosy wooden booth seating, a wide range of draft and bottled drinks, and sports screens showing major events – including motorsport coverage on TNT Sports. It’s the perfect place to kick back after a day at Goodwood Revival. Discover The Nags Head Chichester Bar.
🍽️ Restaurant & Food
- The restaurant accommodates up to 180 diners under a greenhouse‑style roof, adding a bright, airy feel to the Nags Head Chichester dining experience.
- The restaurant serves a mix of pub classics and à la carte dishes daily, with specials menu, pizza cooked freshly during the warmer months, and more. Discover The Nags Head Chichester Restaurant.
- The famed Sunday Carvery receives high praise – particularly after motorsport weekends. One review notes: “After a long, damp weekend working at the Goodwood Revival, we visited the Nags Head … good food cooked well and just what we needed.” Discover The Nags Head Chichester Sunday Carvery.
🛏️ Accommodation
- With 10 well‑appointed en‑suite rooms, The Nags Head offers complimentary breakfast (when booked directly), free Wi‑Fi, and Freeview TV channels. It has been reviewed on Tripadvisor that the Nags Head Chichester accommodation is “one of the best hotels we have ever stayed in”.
- The Nags Head Chichester is consistently rated at around 8.4/10 for cleanliness, service, and value. Guests especially praise the friendly staff and generous breakfast options – even accommodating early-morning departures for Goodwood participants. Discover The Nags Head Chichester Hotel.
🌳 Outdoor Space & Events
- The rear courtyard garden seats up to 150 visitors, features a wood-fired pizza oven and covered outdoor seating areas, and is screened for sports – ideal for relaxed post‑race socialising or large group bookings. Discover The Nags Head Chichester Garden.
- Regular entertainment includes pub quizzes, bingo nights, pizza evenings (during the warmer months) and private gatherings – adding to its appeal during busy event weekends.
✅ Perfect for Goodwood Revival
- Location: Less than a 5‑minute drive to Goodwood Motor Circuit and even under 8 km to the Goodwood Racecourse, making it both convenient and practical.
- One-stop convenience: Accommodation, restaurant and bar all under one roof – ideal when timing between racing sessions.
- Dependable comfort: Award-winning carvery and dinner menu, helpful staff, plus a spacious and lively venue that welcomes motorsport fans with local charm.
📋 Quick Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Distance to Circuit | ~4 km / 4‑minute drive from Goodwood Motor Circuit |
| Bar | Traditional pub setting with sports screens and a full drinks menu |
| Restaurant | Seats 180 under greenhouse roof; daily menu and renowned carvery |
| Garden | Outdoor courtyard for up to 150, wood‑fired pizzas (seasonal), big‑screen sports |
| Rooms | 10 en‑suite rooms, complimentary breakfast, Wi‑Fi |
| Guest Rating | ~8.4/10; praised for food, staff, and central location |
| Extras | Pub quiz, bingo and private function space for events or group bookings |
Whether you’re an attendee at Goodwood Revival or simply soaking up Chichester in Vintage style, The Nags Head brings together tradition, comfort, and hospitality in a perfect motorsport‑friendly setting.
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Want to book a hotel room (breakfast included), restaurant table, or arrange a large catered booking for your next occasion? Call us on 01243 785 823, open 11am – 11pm.