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East Head Beach is a sand dune spit situated at the western end of West Wittering, on the entrance to Chichester Harbour. It is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and a Ramsar site, a wetland of international importance. The spit covers approximately 10 hectares and is linked to the mainland by a narrow spit known as "The Hinge".
The beach is backed by dunes and salt marshes, providing a habitat for many rare species of plant and animal life. Skylarks nest in the marram grass that grows amongst the dunes, and ringed plovers nest in the shingle at the north end of the beach. At low tide, there is a chance of spotting seals lazing around on the mudflats. The area is also home to diverse wildlife, including migratory birds that visit during the winter months, making it a popular spot for birdwatching.
The area has been designated a Special Site of Scientific Interest and a Ramsar Site due to its fragile and constantly shifting sands. The beach is owned and managed by the National Trust. To access the beach, visitors can go to West Wittering Beach car park and take the footpath leading out from the western end of the parking area. Parking is available, but can be expensive, and there are good facilities provided, including toilets and a café.
The beach allows dogs, but there are restrictions in place during the peak season (from May to September). Visitors are advised to respect the natural environment and wildlife, and to stay on designated paths to avoid damaging the fragile dunes and salt marshes.
East Head Beach offers excellent views out over Bracklesham Bay and across the Solent to the Isle of Wight. Visitors can stroll along the sands, watch yachts and other sea vessels sailing by, and enjoy an afternoon walking along the sand dunes. The beach is ideal for nature lovers and those looking for long walks.
Sand Shingle
| Today |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 92% |
| Max temperature | 17°C |
| feels like | 17°C |
| Wind 26mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
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| Chance of rain | 58% |
| Min temperature | 11°C |
| feels like | 12°C |
| Wind 20mph | |
The tide at East Head Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 7:48 AM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 3:00 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Food available
Toilets
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There is a car park at West Witting, a 15 minutes walk away.
Dogs are welcome here.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
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All distances are approximate
less than a mile south-southeast as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
around 2 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road.
around 3 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 7 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 7 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 8 miles east as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 10 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 10 miles east as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 11 miles east as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 11 miles east as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 11 miles east as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
around 13 miles east as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 16 miles east as the seagull flies, around 22 miles by road.
around 17 miles east as the seagull flies, around 24 miles by road.
around 17 miles east as the seagull flies, around 24 miles by road.
around 21 miles east as the seagull flies, around 28 miles by road.
around 23 miles east as the seagull flies, around 29 miles by road.
around 24 miles east as the seagull flies, around 30 miles by road.
around 26 miles east as the seagull flies, around 32 miles by road.
around 28 miles east as the seagull flies, around 35 miles by road.
around 29 miles east as the seagull flies, around 36 miles by road.
Location: West Wittering
Location type: Town
OS Grid: SZ765992
Coordinates: 50°47'15"N 0°54'53"W
Mapcode: GBR CFV.HJ5
What 3 Words: recorders.cheese.worry
Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.
County: West Sussex
Country: England
Local Authority: Chichester
Parish: West Wittering
Nearest postcode: PO20 8AT
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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