Allen Island

Island in Sussex Adur

England

Allen Island

Grinstead Lane railway bridge The Bridge was built in the mid sixties for the new A2025 bypass road. The level crossing could be avoided. — Grinstead Lane railway bridge Credit: James Emmans

Allen Island is a small island located off the coast of Sussex in the South of England. It is situated in the English Channel, approximately 2 miles south of the town of Littlehampton. The island covers an area of about 0.2 square miles and is primarily known for its natural beauty and wildlife.

The island is privately owned and is not open to the public, making it a secluded and tranquil destination. It is known for its stunning cliffs, which provide breathtaking views of the surrounding sea. The island is also home to a variety of native and migratory bird species, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers.

Allen Island has a rich history, dating back to the Roman era. It is believed to have been used as a lookout point during the Roman occupation of Britain. In more recent times, it served as a defensive outpost during World War II, with remnants of old fortifications still visible today.

The island is accessible by boat, with a small dock available for private vessels. Fishing is a popular activity around the island, with a variety of fish species found in the surrounding waters.

Despite its small size, Allen Island offers a unique and peaceful escape from the mainland. Its picturesque cliffs, diverse wildlife, and rich history make it a hidden gem in the Sussex coastline.

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Allen Island Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.825955/-0.29253666 or Grid Reference TQ2004. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Grinstead Lane railway bridge

The Bridge was built in the mid sixties for the new A2025 bypass road. The level crossing could be avoided.

James Emmans

Path by Widewater Lagoon, lancing

Widewater Lagoon is an area of brackish water landlocked by a man-made shingle bank. It lies between the beach and A259 coast road (Brighton Road) in Lancing; between the far east of Lancing Beach and the far west of Shoreham Beach. This path runs between the beach and lagoon

Richard Rogerson

Houses on Brighton Road

Steve Daniels

Paddock

A horse feeding in a paddock off the A283 near Old Shoreham, with Lancing College in the left background.

Ian Capper

Artwork

Artwork alongside the Downs Link cycle/foot trail, with Old Shoreham Bridge across the River Adur in the background.

Ian Capper

Old Shoreham Bridge

Bridge over the River Adur near Old Shoreham, now a foot/cycle bridge. Originally built in 1781, it was rebuilt to the same design during the First World War. Until 1970 it formed part of the A27, with a toll for its use, until relieved by the opening of the Shoreham bypass, with a new viaduct over the river around 300m north of the old bridge. It was then closed to road traffic and made a bridleway. It underwent a full restoration in 2008. Grade II* listed - see Link

. In the background is Lancing College.

Ian Capper

Old Shoreham Bridge

. In the background is St Nicolas' Church, Old Shoreham.

Ian Capper

River Adur

Looking along the River Adur from the Old Shoreham Bridge with the A27 Adur Viaduct, completed in 1970, in the background.

Ian Capper

Shoreham Railway Viaduct

Viaduct carrying the West Coastway railway over the River Adur. It was built in 1893, replacing an earlier wooden trestle viaduct opened in 1845.

Ian Capper

Shoreham Railway Viaduct

Viaduct carrying the West Coastway railway over the River Adur. It was built in 1893, replacing an earlier wooden trestle viaduct opened in 1845. Seen here with Class 313 no 313215 crossing on a westbound stopping service.

Ian Capper

Linemans View

Part of the Ropetackle development overlooking the River Adur, completed in 2005.

Ian Capper

Marline Court

Part of the Ropetackle development overlooking the River Adur, completed in 2006.

Ian Capper

Linemans View and Marline Court

Parts of the Ropetackle development overlooking the River Adur, completed in 2005 and 2006 respectively.

Ian Capper

Marline Court

Part of the Ropetackle development overlooking the River Adur, completed in 2006. In the background is the viaduct carrying the West Coastway railway over the river, with Lancing College beyond.

Ian Capper

River Adur

Looking across the River Adur towards the viaduct carrying the West Coastway railway over the river, with Ringed Plover Apartments in Salt Marsh Road beyond.

Ian Capper

River Adur

Looking up the River Adur towards the viaduct carrying the West Coastway railway over the river.

Ian Capper

Adur Ferry Bridge

Footbridge over the River Adur, connecting the main part of Shoreham with Shoreham Beach. Built in 2013, it replaced a previous one dating from 1921. The central section is a swingbridge, allowing boats to access the next section of the river.

Ian Capper