Purchases Restaurant & Accommodation in Chichester, England

Purchases Restaurant serves an acclaimed menu built around locally sourced ingredients, with dishes such as beef Wellington and pave of wild local halibut. A three-course set menu offers value without reducing portion size or ingredient quality, while seasonal Sunday roasts and a Wednesday fish menu provide variety. Guests with dietary needs receive personalized attention, including garlic allergy accommodations handled with ease.

The on-site bar prepares innovative cocktails, including espresso martinis praised for their quality, and bartenders offer custom creations on request. A heated outdoor terrace allows guests to dine or drink outside, with plants, candles, and fresh flowers creating a comfortable setting. The garden features outdoor furniture and sun terrace seating, making it a spot for relaxed evenings.

All five rooms are located on the second floor of a Georgian townhouse, accessible only by stairs, with no lift available. Superior Double Rooms provide spacious interiors with stylish decoration, comfortable beds, and well-appointed bathrooms with high-pressure showers. Standard Double Rooms are compact but equipped with flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee supplies, and complimentary bottled water.

Purchases sits 300 metres from Chichester Cathedral, placing guests at the centre of the historic city. Goodwood Racecourse is 4 km away, and the Goodwood Festival of Speed and Goodwood House are each 6 km from the hotel. Chichester Festival Theatre is within walking distance, making the hotel a convenient base for theatregoers and event visitors.

Continental and buffet breakfast options are available daily, with a full English breakfast cooked to order and served with high-quality ingredients. Breakfast includes freshly cooked eggs, hash browns praised by guests, and toast from a limited selection, with cooked options preferred over continental. The dining room provides attentive service during morning hours, though a more varied continental selection has been noted as an area for improvement.

Dining: Acclaimed restaurant with locally sourced menu, beef Wellington, Wednesday fish menu

Bar: Creative cocktails including espresso martinis and custom creations

Terrace: Heated outdoor terrace with garden furniture and plants

Location: 300 m from Chichester Cathedral, near Goodwood events and Festival Theatre

Rooms: Five rooms on second floor; Superior Double Rooms with high-pressure showers