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Walk Arundel’s historic streets with a museum curator to learn how to spot hallmarks, assess condition, and haggle for antiques. The half-day tour mixes shop visits with local history and ends with a traditional English Afternoon Tea.
Walk Arundel’s historic streets with a museum curator to learn how to spot hallmarks, assess condition, and haggle for antiques. The half-day tour mixes shop visits with local history and ends with a traditional English Afternoon Tea.
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The cobbles underfoot give a steady rhythm as you step from a timber-framed shopfront into a dim, fragrant room lined with brass, leather and faded fabrics. Sarah, a museum curator and antiques expert, leads the way — magnifying glass in hand — pointing out maker’s marks tucked beneath lids and telling short stories about each object's provenance.
moderate.
3–4 hours.
You should be able to stand and walk for several hours and climb narrow, occasionally steep stairs; moderate cardiovascular fitness recommended.
The private tour runs approximately 3–4 hours, typically including morning introductions, several shop visits and an English Afternoon Tea.
Yes — purchases are allowed; guides can advise on condition and value but you pay the shop directly and should confirm shipping options in advance.
The tour involves walking on uneven cobbles and climbing stairs in historic buildings, so it’s not ideal for those with limited mobility; contact the operator to discuss accommodations.
Yes — morning tea or coffee plus an English Afternoon Tea is included; special diets (gluten-free or vegan) can be requested when booking.
Arundel grew around a Norman motte-and-bailey castle established after the Conquest; centuries of river trade and local craftsmanship shaped the antiques you find today.
Support independent dealers and avoid buying items of questionable provenance; many shops work with local charities and use professional shippers to reduce damage and carbon impact.
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