Record Office and archives
The Record Office acquires, preserves and makes publicly available the documented and recorded heritage of the county. Anyone may access these documents at the County Record Office free of charge.
The West Sussex Record Office holds records from a variety of sources including film and video archives, military history, the railways and archives of country estates such as Goodwood and Petworth.
General details concerning West Sussex Record Office, including location, car parking, opening times, readers tickets, holdings, research, restoration and education services.
Our picture archives include unique photographic collections from Victorian and early 20th century era West Sussex, aerial photographs, rare engravings and original works of art.
The West Sussex Record Office is the main centre for family history research in the county. Find out about the many types of record we hold which will help you with your research.
We provide a number of services for the public. We can copy and enhance your family photographs, provide a family and local history research service and we offer a limited number of talks on the archives and related subjects.
Details of upcoming events at West Sussex Record Office.
Details on the current projects the Record Office is working on.
A list of useful links related to the Record Office including family history, local history, understanding documents such as charters and the land registry and links to national record offices and collections.
West Sussex Record Office's aims are to acquire and preserve the recorded heritage of West Sussex for reference and enjoyment by present and future generations, to make these available to all who wish to see them and provide an expert advice service where appropriate.