Midhurst Library

You'll find Midhurst Library tucked into the heart of this proper Sussex market town, just a short walk from Petworth. It's a working library first and foremost - the sort of place where locals actually spend time rather than drift through - but that's precisely what makes it worth knowing about if you're camping or caravanning in the area.

The building itself has that solid, Victorian feel you'd expect from a West Sussex town centre. Inside, it's a functional, well-maintained space with a decent selection of books, local history collections, and the usual library facilities. If you're staying at Graffham or Woodfire nearby and get caught in Sussex drizzle - which happens - this is a proper refuge. Parents with kids will appreciate the children's section, and there's free Wi-Fi if you need to sort something out during your holiday.

What it's really useful for is rainy afternoons or if you're interested in local history. The staff know the area well and can point you toward decent walks or sites worth visiting. It's also genuinely free to browse, which costs nothing when you've already paid for your pitch.

Bow Hill Farm and the Graffham site are all within five miles, making this a practical stop if you're doing a week or longer in the area. Don't expect it to be a destination attraction - it won't be - but as a rainy-day option or a quick source of local knowledge, it does the job. Give it an hour if you're genuinely interested in Sussex heritage, less if you're just after shelter.