Beaches and coastal

Breathe in the fresh air, feel the sand (or pebbles) between your toes and explore the fantastic coastline that West Sussex has to offer. With 50 miles of stunning coastal landscape, there’s nowhere better for a day at the beach. Nestled with seaside towns, rural villages and historic cities, there are activities for all ages and tastes. Make family memories, eat ice cream, swim in the sea, go rock-pooling, sun bathe, try kite surfing or stand up paddle boarding (SUP). The list is endless but the stresses of home will be a distant memory.

Beaches and coastal attractions in West Sussex
Boat on pebbles at Worthing beach

Worthing

Start at the pier and head right looking at the sea for an e...
A group of divers on the boat after diving for oysters

Oyster Diving

The UK's premier PADI Scuba Diving and Travel Centre, Oyster...
Children learning to surf in West Sussex

Natural Surf School

From lessons to surf related activities, Natural Surf School...
Two cyclists riding through West Sussex countryside

Cycling for Softies

Explore West Sussex by bike with exciting cycling holidays c...
The witterings sandy beach

West Wittering

After an exhausting day on your bike or climbing the Downs, ...
Sand dunes on a beach

East Head Beach

Visit the National Trust's East Head Beach, one of fastest m...
Learning how to kitesurf in Lancing

Lancing Kitesurf School

Ran by a professional team of International Kitesurf Organis...
Pebble pathway next to Elmer Sands Beach in Bognor Regis

Elmer Sands Beach

Elmer Sands Beach is situated to the far east of Bognor Regi...
Watersports at Littlehampton Beach

East Beach Littlehampton

Over a mile of beach awaits you at Littlehampton's award-win...
Family walking on a beach

Seal Bay Resort

Seal Bay Resort is a 300 acre holiday resort park in Selsey,...
Man on Lancing beach preparing the kite for a kite surfing session with BN1 Kitesurfing

BN1 Kitesurfing

BN1 Kitesurfing is A BKSA recognised Kitesurfing School spec...
A woman paddle boarding on a river

Surfs SUP Watersports

Surfs SUP Watersports offers lessons for paddleboarding, win...
Shoreham Rowing Club

Shoreham Rowing Club

Rowing conditions around Shoreham are suitable for beginners...
Sussex Water Sports list of lessons

Sussex Watersports

Wakeboarding, waterskiing and knee boarding adds a touch of ...
Arun Divers posing on boat

Arun Divers

For those with some diving experience the West Sussex coast ...
Owner of Learn to kitesurf next to his van waiting for a lesson in Sussex

Learn To Kitesurf

Offering the safest, most enjoyable and exciting services to...

Beautiful landscapes

West Sussex has beaches of all shapes and sizes. Enjoy a day of water sports and sandcastle building at West Witterings or stroll along the promenade at Littlehampton’s award-winning East Beach – the home of Britain’s longest bench!

Try the natural haven of Climping for a remote, wild and unspoilt landscape. Our favourite hidden gem is the charming seaside village of Bosham. This historic fishing village is listed in the Doomsday Book.

Pebbled beach landscape with colourful houses in Worthing West Sussex
Dog on the beach in West Sussex

Local guides

Get inspiration for your next trip with the help of our local guides. Discover top attractions, fun things to do and exciting new experiences. There is something for everyone in West Sussex.