Reviews of The Old School B&B
The Old School, Coach Road Westhampnett, Chichester, PO18 0NX, United Kingdom

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Reviewed: 6 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe property was very tastefully decorated although a bit olde worldly. Was very comfortable and outside in the garden was lovely.
Reviewed: 2 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewPeter and David great hosts Breakfast 1st class
Thank you for the top rating and your kind comments. It was lovely to meet you both and we hope to see you again. Kind regards, Peter
Reviewed: 30 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewVery quirky, beautifully decorated and stunning garden. Room was very clean and very comfortable. Breakfast was delicious.
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Thank you so much for your wonderful review. It was lovely to meet you both and I'm really pleased you enjoyed your stay so much. We hope to see you again. Kind regards, Peter.
Reviewed: 29 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewFantastic welcome, super breakfast, relaxed and comfortable
Thank you so much for such great feedback and the top rating. It was lovely to meet you both and we look forward to seeing you again. I hope you enjoyed Fishbourne Roman Palace after you left here. There's heaps more to see and do in the area on your next visit! Kind regards, Peter.
Thank you so much for such great feedback and the top rating. It was lovely to meet you both and we look forward to seeing you again. I hope you enjoyed Fishbourne Roman Palace after you left here. There's heaps more to see and do in… Show more
Reviewed: 24 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewExceptional b&b with very friendly and helpful hosts. The accommodation showed an attention to detail like a small fridge and during hot summer conditions a fan in the room. The garden was well landscaped with seating areas Breakfast was another strong feature having great options available and the quality was excellent.
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Thank you so much for such great feedback and the top rating, we really appreciate it. I'm really pleased you enjoyed your stay at The Old School so much. It was lovely to meet you both and we hope to see you again. Kind regards, Peter.
Thank you so much for such great feedback and the top rating, we really appreciate it. I'm really pleased you enjoyed your stay at The Old School so much. It was lovely to meet you both and we hope to see you again. Kind regards, Pet… Show more
Reviewed: 24 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewIt was a beautiful property decorated to a very high standard and filled with lovely pieces that had clearly been chosen with care and gathered over time. It was immaculate with everything you could need. The hosts Peter and David could not have been nicer. Very welcoming and helpful with great recommendations of places to visit and dine. The breakfast was superb and any requests were accommodated. Vicki and Simon
There was nothing we didn’t like
Thank you so much for such a lovely review, we really appreciate it. It was great to meet you both - I'm so pleased you loved your room and the time you spent here. We look forward to seeing you for future visits to the area. Kind regards, Peter.
Thank you so much for such a lovely review, we really appreciate it. It was great to meet you both - I'm so pleased you loved your room and the time you spent here. We look forward to seeing you for future visits to the area. Kind re… Show more
Reviewed: 23 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewExquisite bespoke retreat. Peter's interior design talent shines through, his attention to detail, stylish clever choice of colour.The moment you step into the lovely conservatory filled with interesting plants you feel at home. This seamlessly blends with the tranquil English country garden filled with soothing layers, to rest your eyes upon. We ate our mid- summer breakfast cocooned amongst the plants, sun on our faces the sound of the pond and scent of the June roses setting us up for the day. The breakfast is indulgent , sheer quality with a great selection to suit any taste . I had a freshly prepared fruit salad with yogurt followed by eggs Florentine. Not forgetting the sourdough with lashings of David's homemade rhubarb and ginger jam. My well travelled husband commenting that this was the best Full English ever. Attention to detail is boundless , the crockery ( beautiful 🫖 teapots) the bedrooms , bedlinen and towels are immaculate with a comfortable matress for a restful nights sleep. Most of all our hosts were kind, attentive and witty. Peter even patiently listened whilst my husband nervously practised his " father of the bride speech" giving moral support when needed Superb value considering the quality of the ingredients used to create such a bespoke breakfast experience. Highly recommended.
We loved every minute
Thank you so much for such a beautiful review. We loved having you here for your important weekend and it was a pleasure to host you. We hope to see you on future visits to the Chichester area. Kind regards, Peter.
Reviewed: 21 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewGreat location, attentive hosts and great facilities. Lovely breakfast served in the beautiful garden nothing was too much trouble. I would wholeheartedly recommend this little gem and we look forward to coming back soon
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Thank you so much for such a great review and for coming to stay with us for your visit to the Goodwood races! I'm really pleased you enjoyed your stay - we love doing breakfast in the garden for our guests. We hope to see you both again. Kind regards, Peter
Thank you so much for such a great review and for coming to stay with us for your visit to the Goodwood races! I'm really pleased you enjoyed your stay - we love doing breakfast in the garden for our guests. We hope to see you both ag… Show more
Reviewed: 19 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewStunning. This is our third visit. Dave and Peter are so much fun. Breakfast is great. We have a brilliant rest. Cant wait for another break away.
Leaving. Could of stayed longer.
So good to see you both again and thanks so much for the top rating and lovely feedback. We hope to see you again! Kind regards, Peter
Reviewed: 7 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe Old School is just a super place. It is spotlessly clean and superbly maintained, beautifully decorated and finished and very comfortable. The hosts are very welcoming and helpful and the breakfast very good. Unfortunately it was raining when I stayed but the garden looked very pleasant. The rooms are very well supplied and the bed was very comfortable. Highly recommended.
Thank you so much for such wonderful comments and the top rating. It was a pleasure to host you and I'm really pleased you liked our Old School style so much! We hope to see you again. Kind regards, Peter.
Reviewed: 31 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 31 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewVery comfortable beds, terrific shower/ fabulous breakfasts, gorgeous garden, loved the decor of the house/room and the hosts were the best … a wonderful welcome with a cup of tea and a tasty treat, happy, chatty, great hospitality and advice on the area.
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Thank you so much for such a wonderful review. It was lovely to meet you both and host you during your two night visit to Chichester. I hope you are enjoying the rest of your time in the UK and Europe. We would love to see you again if you are ever in need of accommodation in this area. Kind regards, Peter.
Thank you so much for such a wonderful review. It was lovely to meet you both and host you during your two night visit to Chichester. I hope you are enjoying the rest of your time in the UK and Europe. We would love to see you again if y… Show more
Reviewed: 26 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewWe really love the place, it's so beautiful, the food was fresh and delicious and the hosts were so friendly and helpful.
Nothing! Can't complain about anything it was all perfect
Thank you so much for such lovely feedback, I'm really pleased you both enjoyed your stay at The Old School so much. It was a pleasure to host you both during your visit to Chichester for an event at the nearby Goodwood Motor Circuit. We hope to see you again. Kind regards, Peter
Thank you so much for such lovely feedback, I'm really pleased you both enjoyed your stay at The Old School so much. It was a pleasure to host you both during your visit to Chichester for an event at the nearby Goodwood Motor Circuit. … Show more
Reviewed: 25 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewQuirky and really interesting every where you looked. Clean comfortable and private. Parking only yards from the house. Tea/coffee on arrival in the beautiful garden. No pressure from the hosts who were always keen to please.
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Thank you so much for your wonderful review and lovely comments. It was a pleasure to host you both and we look forward to seeing you on a future occasion. I hope you had a good day visiting your Aunt after you left here. Kind regards, Peter
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and lovely comments. It was a pleasure to host you both and we look forward to seeing you on a future occasion. I hope you had a good day visiting your Aunt after you left here. Kind regards, P… Show more
Reviewed: 17 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewGreat location and welcome
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Reviewed: 14 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewFrom the moment we arrived we felt exceptionally welcome. Tea served in the beautiful garden upon arrival was exactly what we needed after a long day out and about. Our room was lovely and airy and spotlessly clean, with everything we could have needed - plenty of tea/coffee and even hot chocolate! The push for sustainability was very much noted, and carried out in an excellent manner - fresh water in stylish decanters instead of plastic bottles, wonderful! Very comfy bed, and a lovely quiet night. Breakfast was absolutely delicious, and we felt rather special sat in the conservatory to eat. Peter is a fantastic host, thank you so much! We will be sure to check availability next time we are at Goodwood.
It was our pleasure to host you for your overnight stay whilst attending an event at nearby Goodwood, and thank you so much for such a wonderful review. We hope to see you again. Kind regards, Peter
Reviewed: 5 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewSpotlessly clean. Comfortable room. Lovely garden. Excellent breakfast!
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Thank you so much for such a wonderful review, we are really grateful. It was lovely to meet you both and host you during your stay with us at The Old School B&B. I hope you had a good day visiting your family and made it home in time for your evening plans. We'd love to see you again if you fancy a break in Chichester. Kind regards, Peter.
Thank you so much for such a wonderful review, we are really grateful. It was lovely to meet you both and host you during your stay with us at The Old School B&B. I hope you had a good day visiting your family and made it home in time… Show more
Reviewed: 5 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewIt was very nice & had lots of character.
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Thank you so much for such a wonderful review. It was a pleasure to host for you during your visit to Chichester for a day out at Goodwood Racecourse. We hope to see you both again. Kind regards, Peter
Reviewed: 6 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewA gem of a place, Peter and David are the friendliest of hosts and their house and the room that we were staying in (Milligan Room) are beautifully decorated with attention to the smallest details. Lovely garden with many places to sit. Superb breakfast, delicious plenty of choice covers all tastes. Will return soon.
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Thank you so much for your wonderful review. It was an absolute pleasure to meet you both and we look forward to seeing you on your next visit. Kind regards, Peter.
Reviewed: 17 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewA lovely cosy B&B that is really well presented with old and new features and the owners collections of ceramics and artworks.
Thank you so much for the top rating. I'm so pleased you enjoyed your stay and your visit to nearby Bosham. We hope to see you again. Kind regards, Peter.
Reviewed: 10 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewLovely host, really welcoming and helpful, comfy bed and immaculately clean. Breakfast was amazing with loads of choices
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Thank you so much for such wonderful feedback. It was a pleasure to host you all and I hope you had a great day at the nearby Goodwood Motor Circuit. We hope to see you again. Kind regards, Peter
Reviewed: 26 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewBreakfast was exceptional. Hosts were lovely, very accommodating. Super informative. The room and house was very charming, comfortable, clean. Would highly recommend and happily return. What a great find 👍
No negatives from us
Thank you so much for such a wonderful review. It was a pleasure to host you both and we hope to see you again. I hope you had a good time in Chichester after you left here, despite the weather! Kind regards, Peter.
Reviewed: 2 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewFantastic welcome and hospitality.
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Reviewed: 27 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewComfortable room and bed, nice shower, friendly hosts, amazing breakfast! Close to Goodwood so also very convenient for us.
Thank you so much for the top rating and such wonderful feedback. It was lovely to meet you both and I hope you had great fun during your driving experience at nearby Goodwood Motor Circuit. I'm so pleased you enjoyed your stay so much and we would love to host you again if you ever have another Chichester adventure! Kind regards, Peter.
Thank you so much for the top rating and such wonderful feedback. It was lovely to meet you both and I hope you had great fun during your driving experience at nearby Goodwood Motor Circuit. I'm so pleased you enjoyed your stay so muc… Show more