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Littlehampton Sea Road Beach

West Sussex, England


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Littlehampton Sea Road Beach, located on the south coast of England in West Sussex, is a well-developed beach resort that offers a unique combination of shingle and sandy shores, making it an ideal destination for families and water sports enthusiasts. .

The beach at Littlehampton Sea Road is predominantly composed of shingle, but as the tide recedes, large areas of sand are revealed. The beach is situated adjacent to Littlehampton Harbour and features a promenade with a large grassed area behind it. The River Arun flows across the beach at its western end.

The beach is a popular destination for families, with a range of facilities and activities available. These include a theme park, fair, and various places to eat. The award-winning 'East Beach Café', designed by Thomas Heatherwick, is located on the sea front. The beach is also a favourite among kitesurfers and watersport enthusiasts, who can participate in activities such as canoeing, windsurfing, surfing, sailing, and jet skiing.

The beach has designated safe swimming areas, making it a family-friendly destination. Dogs are allowed on the beach from September to April, but are restricted from May 1st to September 30th.

Littlehampton East Beach, also known as Littlehampton Coastguards Beach, is another popular beach in the area. This sand and shingle beach is a favourite among all age groups and offers a range of facilities and activities, including a funfair and theme park.

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Weather and tides for Thursday 4 June

Today
Chance of rain 90%
Max temperature 16°C
feels like 16°C
Wind 28mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 53%
Min temperature 11°C
feels like 12°C
Wind 22mph

The tide at Littlehampton Sea Road Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 8:12 AM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 2:30 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Recommended holiday cottages near Littlehampton Sea Road Beach

Things to do and see in the area

Mewsbrook Park (0.2 miles)
Harbour Park (0.7 miles)
Arundel Castle and Gardens (3.8 miles)
WWT Arundel Wetland Centre (3.8 miles)
Arundel Historic Tours (3.8 miles)
English Martyrs Catholic Church (4.4 miles)
Highdown Gardens (4.5 miles)

All distances are approximate

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Location: Littlehampton

Location type: Urban

OS Grid: TQ039013

Coordinates: 50°48'7"N 0°31'35"W

Mapcode: GBR GL4.RP2

What 3 Words: waddled.vibes.coach

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: Arun

Parish: Littlehampton

Nearest postcode: BN16 2NA

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