Amberley Fire Station (museum exhibit)

The old fire station at Amberley sits tucked away from the main drag, filled with the kind of stuff that makes transport enthusiasts genuinely excited - vintage engines, period equipment, the whole lot. It's a straightforward museum exhibit rather than some massive operation, which means you're looking at a focused collection of actual firefighting history rather than being marched through endless corridors.

You'll see the vehicles that handled emergencies across Sussex decades ago, alongside uniforms and gear that show how the job's changed. It's hands-on enough to keep kids engaged for a solid hour or two, though I'd be honest - if you're not already keen on fire engines or local history, you might find yourself done quicker than expected.

The location works well if you're based at Brookside Caravan Park or Littlehampton Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite, both within five miles. Arundel's just down the road, so you can combine it with a castle visit or a proper lunch without overthinking the itinerary. Free admission is fairly standard for volunteer-run museum exhibits like this, though it's worth checking ahead as opening hours tend to be limited - definitely ring first rather than turning up on a whim. Families with kids aged six to twelve will get the most from it. Adults who grew up around these engines will find themselves lingering.