insideSUSSEX Magazine Issue 07 - September 2015 | Page 72

TOWNSPOTLIGHT
Worthing cont.

Things to Do
The Dome Cinema – The Dome was first
opened in April 1911, and is a wonderful
example of Edwardian architecture and design.
Although the films may be (mostly) modern,
the atmosphere and look of the Dome Cinema
is opulent, luxurious, and beautiful. When the
building opened, it was mainly used as an ice
skating rink and theatre, but by October 1911,
with public demand behind it, a cinema was
opened on the top floor. The building’s owner,
Carl Seebold, played the piano to accompany
the silent movies. However, the cinema grew
so popular that within 10 years it was relocated
downstairs, and became the main focus of the
building.
Worthing Pier – Worthing Pier has a lot
to offer on a day out – here you can see
stunning artwork, go fishing in the sea, relax
in old fashioned deck chairs, play in the
amusements, eat plenty of sweets and treats
(including proper seaside ice cream), and eat
an excellent meal or two.
Steyne Gardens – This beautiful open space
faces the sea at one end, and is surrounded by
gorgeous buildings that reflect the splendour
of Worthing in its heyday. Within the gardens
is a memorial commemorating the Boer War.

The gardens are used throughout the year
for various events, including an ice rink in the
winter, and the excellent Seafront Fair in the
summer.
Worthing Museum & Art Gallery – With the
third largest costume collection in the country,
a wonderful selection of fine and decorative
art, cases full of locally found archaeological
treasures dating back to the Bronze Age,
information about the history of Worthing and
the surrounding areas, a sculpture garden,
various art galleries, and events that take place
in the school holidays, the Worthing Museum is
the perfect place to go to experience the true
essence of the town.

Dining Out
The Fish Factory – At The Fish Factory,
the finest seafood dishes are cooked from
scratch, delicately prepared to perfection, and
following your specifications. The food may be
sophisticated and exquisite, but the restaurant
is comfortable and casual, relaxing and rustic
– the best of both dining worlds. Dishes served
at The Fish Factory include wine and parsley
fish cakes, salmon tricolore, and harbour fish
pie.

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Food – Food is full of the lavish and the
opulent, and everything has been designed
to create the ultimate dining experience for its
patrons. From the furnishing to the décor to
the food itself, this is a real treat. Here all the
food is made by hand, and there is even an
onsite bakery. Pasta, gravy, bread… everything
is homemade. For extra entertainment whilst
enjoying your meal (which could include Buda
roast belly and scallops, confit lamb shoulder,
or beef Wellington) there is live jazz music every
night.
The Fat Greek Taverna – At the Fat Greek
Taverna you can enjoy traditional Cypriot
cooking mixed with plenty of European
influences. Using all the tools that can be found
in Greek and Cypriot restaurants (such as