London and Storrington Itinerary from Perth

Late Afternoon — Airport Departure

Head to Perth Airport’s T1 International Terminal around three hours before your overnight departure. For a flight leaving this evening, that usually means arriving in the mid-to-late afternoon, allowing time for airline check-in, checked baggage, security and the international departure formalities without rushing. Confirm the terminal and connection details on your booking before leaving, as Perth’s international and domestic terminals are separate. If someone is dropping you off, use the signed passenger set-down area; rideshare and taxi access is also straightforward, while parking is available if you are driving.

Evening — International Flight to London

After security, keep the evening simple: buy water and a few snacks airside, check the departure screens for your gate, and be ready for boarding calls, particularly if your itinerary begins with a partner-airline sector. The journey from Perth to London will normally take around 20–24 hours with one connection, often through the Middle East or Asia. Wear comfortable layers, set your watch to your connection’s local time when boarding, and try to sleep during the longer overnight sector. Allow extra time at the connecting airport for security or a terminal change; your checked baggage should usually be tagged through to London, but confirm this at Perth Airport.

Late Morning / Early Afternoon — Check in and Reset

After the overnight flight, keep the first few hours deliberately easy. Head to your central London accommodation to drop bags or check in; if the room is not ready, ask reception to store your luggage and take a shower or short rest nearby. Resist the temptation to sleep for hours—keep any nap to 30–45 minutes so you can adjust to London time. A light lunch and plenty of water will help; allow roughly £10–£18 for a casual meal.

Afternoon — St James’s Park and Westminster Abbey

Once settled, walk or take the Tube to St James’s Park for an unhurried hour beside the lake. The route around the water is flat and easy, with excellent views towards Buckingham Palace and Whitehall; look out for the park’s pelicans, which have been residents for centuries. From the eastern end, it is about a 10-minute walk to Westminster Abbey. Allow 1½ hours inside to see the coronation church, Poet’s Corner and the medieval interiors. Check the official opening schedule before setting out, as visitor hours can change for services and ceremonies; adult admission is generally around £30–£35 when booked online.

Early Evening — Dinner at The Cinnamon Club

Walk approximately 10 minutes from the abbey to The Cinnamon Club, housed in the atmospheric former Old Westminster Library on Great Smith Street. This is a good first-night choice: polished but comfortable, with modern Indian dishes that are more refined than heavy. Book ahead, particularly for a Sunday evening, and expect around £35–£60 per person before drinks. After dinner, take a short taxi or Tube ride towards Waterloo rather than adding more walking while jet-lagged.

Evening — South Bank Riverside

Finish with a gentle Thames stroll along South Bank, taking in the illuminated skyline and views towards St Paul’s Cathedral, the City, and the river bridges. Keep this to about an hour and turn back whenever tired; the riverside is well lit and served by Waterloo and Embankment stations. October evenings can feel chilly beside the water, so bring a waterproof layer. Return to your accommodation by Tube or taxi and aim for an early night, setting an alarm for the morning to help your body clock settle.

Morning — Tower of London

Start around 9:00am at the Tower of London, arriving via Tower Hill Underground station. Allow roughly 2½ hours for the fortress walls, medieval interiors and the Crown Jewels; arrive close to opening time to avoid the heaviest queues. In late October, check the official opening hours before setting out, as seasonal times can vary, and budget around £35–£40 for an adult ticket. The Yeoman Warder tours are included and are well worth joining if one is starting soon after you arrive.

Midday — Borough Market

Walk west along the Thames via Tower Bridge—a scenic 20-minute route—or take the Underground from Tower Hill to London Bridge if the weather is poor. Spend about 1½ hours at Borough Market, browsing the stalls before choosing lunch; allow £15–£30 per person. It is generally open Tuesday–Sunday, but individual traders vary, so confirm the Monday schedule before relying on it; if the market is closed, follow the riverside toward Bankside and use the nearby cafés rather than reshuffling the rest of the day.

Afternoon — Tate Modern and Shakespeare’s Globe

Continue west along the Thames to Tate Modern, around 15 minutes on foot from Borough Market. The main collection is free, although special exhibitions require tickets; allow two hours, and do not miss the high-level views from the Blavatnik Building. Afterwards, walk a few minutes to Shakespeare’s Globe for a guided theatre tour, usually about 1–2 hours. Check the performance and tour calendar in advance: a matinee or evening show can affect access to the reconstructed theatre, while the surrounding Bankside promenade is ideal for a short breather between visits.

Evening — Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese

From Shakespeare’s Globe, cross Blackfriars Bridge and walk north through the City of London to Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese on Fleet Street, roughly 20 minutes. Settle in for a traditional pub dinner—allow £20–£35 per person—and expect a dark, atmospheric interior rather than polished modern dining. It is one of London’s historic surviving pubs, so tables can fill quickly; arriving around 6:00pm is sensible. Check its current Monday opening hours and kitchen service before leaving Bankside, then finish with a relaxed walk along Fleet Street toward St Paul’s or take the Underground from Blackfriars.

Morning — Travel to Storrington

After breakfast, leave central London around 9:00–9:30am with enough time for a train from London Victoria to Horsham, followed by the local bus or a taxi onward to Storrington. Allow roughly 2–2½ hours overall, and check the Stagecoach 1/1A timetable before leaving—services can be less frequent outside peak periods. A taxi from Horsham is the simplest option with luggage, though it will cost more than the bus. Once in Storrington, drop your bags at your accommodation and keep the afternoon relaxed.

Early Afternoon — Storrington village centre

Spend about an hour getting your bearings around Storrington’s compact centre, browsing the independent shops and historic streets before continuing into the surrounding countryside. This is a good time for coffee or a light bite at a local café; village businesses generally trade through the afternoon but may close earlier than London cafés, so don’t leave refreshments too late. From Storrington, arrange a taxi or check the limited local connections toward Amberley Museum—with luggage and a fixed afternoon visit, a pre-booked taxi is usually the least stressful choice.

Mid-Afternoon — Amberley Museum

Allow 2–3 hours at Amberley Museum, an open-air collection devoted to Sussex’s industrial and rural heritage, with vintage transport, workshops and historic buildings spread across a wooded site. Check the seasonal opening hours and admission price before travelling, as late-October hours can be reduced and some attractions may run only on selected days; expect roughly £15–£20 for an adult ticket. Wear comfortable, weatherproof shoes—the paths can be muddy after rain—and leave enough time for the return taxi connection rather than trying to fit in every exhibit.

Evening — The Crown Inn, Dial Post

For dinner, take a pre-arranged taxi to The Crown Inn in Dial Post, a characterful village pub where a traditional Sussex meal is a fitting first evening outside London. Budget approximately £25–£40 per person for a main course and drinks, and reserve ahead, particularly if visiting on a weekday when rural pubs may have shorter kitchen hours. After dinner, arrange your return taxi before sitting down; the journey back to Storrington should take around 20–30 minutes, depending on traffic and the exact accommodation location.

Morning — Parham House & Gardens

Make Parham House & Gardens your first stop, ideally arriving close to opening time so you have a relaxed two to three hours for the Tudor house, walled garden and landscaped grounds. It is a short drive from Storrington—roughly 10–15 minutes—and driving is much easier than relying on public transport between today’s rural stops. October opening days and hours can be limited, so confirm the 2026 calendar before setting out; allow approximately £15–£20 per adult, with parking generally available on site. Wear shoes suitable for damp paths, and bring a waterproof layer: Sussex gardens can feel chilly even when the forecast looks mild.

Early Afternoon — Pulborough Brooks

Continue around 15 minutes by car to Pulborough Brooks, where the RSPB reserve’s trails, hides and wetland views make a good change of pace after the house tour. Allow about two hours, taking the marked routes at an easy pace and watching for ducks, waders and raptors over the brooks and woodland edges. Check the reserve’s seasonal opening hours before leaving; an RSPB entry fee or membership applies, and binocular hire may be available. Afterward, drive a few minutes into Pulborough for a late lunch or early dinner at The White Horse, a comfortable village pub known for traditional British dishes. Budget roughly £20–£35 per person, and booking is sensible if visiting on a busy afternoon.

Late Afternoon and Evening — Arundel

From Pulborough, allow about 20 minutes by car to Arundel. Visit Arundel Castle for approximately two hours, concentrating on the medieval interiors, views and grounds; late-October closing times can be considerably earlier than in summer, so check the exact admission hours and last entry before committing to the route. Tickets are commonly around £25–£30 for an adult, depending on the areas open and any seasonal events. Once the castle visit is finished, spend an unhurried hour in Arundel historic centre: wander the old streets towards the river, browse the independent shops, and take a short riverside walk before the light fades. Return to Storrington by car in roughly 25–30 minutes; if you are not driving, arrange a taxi in advance, as evening public transport between these villages is limited.

Morning — Petworth House and Park

Take a taxi or pre-arranged car from Storrington to Petworth House, allowing about 25–30 minutes; public transport is possible but inconvenient for a same-day departure. Arrive close to opening time and allow roughly 2½ hours for the grand State Rooms, Petworth House’s renowned Turner paintings and sculpture collection. October opening days and hours can vary, so check the National Trust website before setting out; admission is generally around £20–£25 for an adult, with parking usually included for visitors. The park is extensive, so wear shoes suitable for damp grass and bring a light waterproof.

Midday — The Hungry Guest

Walk or drive into Petworth for brunch or lunch at The Hungry Guest, a popular café and deli on Golden Square. Expect approximately £15–£30 per person, with generous sandwiches, salads, baked dishes and good takeaway provisions if you would rather eat outdoors. It can be busy around midday, particularly at weekends, so a slightly early lunch is sensible. From the café, it is only a short walk back toward Petworth Park.

Afternoon — Petworth Park, then Storrington

Spend about an hour on a final walk through Petworth Park, following the paths around the lake and open deer park for the best views across Capability Brown’s landscape. Keep dogs and children close around the deer, and allow extra time to return to the car park—the estate is much larger than it first appears. Afterwards, return to Storrington by taxi or car, roughly 25–30 minutes, and use the late afternoon for the Storrington village centre: pick up snacks, water and anything needed for the flight, then return to your accommodation to finish packing.

Evening — Journey to Perth

For a London-bound long-haul departure, arrange a pre-booked taxi or private car from Storrington rather than relying on a late bus connection. The most straightforward option is usually via Gatwick Airport, around 45–60 minutes by road depending on traffic, although Heathrow Airport commonly takes about 1½–2½ hours and may involve driving via the M25. Leave Storrington at least four hours before the recommended airport arrival time, adding more buffer for evening traffic and checked luggage. Confirm the terminal and airline before departing; for an international flight, aim to be at the airport approximately three hours before take-off.