West Beach

Beach in Sussex Arun

England

West Beach

Sea Road Road running alongside the beach in Littlehampton.
Sea Road Credit: Ian Capper

West Beach is a picturesque sandy beach located in Sussex, England. Stretching over a mile long, this beach offers stunning views of the English Channel, making it a popular destination for locals and tourists alike. The beach is situated between the towns of Littlehampton and Bognor Regis, offering easy access for visitors.

West Beach is known for its soft golden sand, which provides a comfortable area for sunbathing and building sandcastles. The beach is also backed by dunes, creating a natural barrier that adds to its beauty and provides a sense of privacy. The dunes are home to a variety of plant species, adding to the overall charm and ecological importance of the area.

The beach is equipped with facilities that ensure a pleasant experience for visitors. These include public toilets, beach cafes, and ample parking spaces nearby. Lifeguards are present during peak seasons, ensuring the safety of swimmers and water sports enthusiasts.

West Beach is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts as well. Various bird species can be spotted in the area, including gulls, oystercatchers, and terns. The beach is also known for its seal colony, making it a great spot for seal watching.

Overall, West Beach in Sussex offers a serene and tranquil environment with its stunning views, soft sand, and diverse wildlife. Whether visitors are looking to relax, explore the dunes, or engage in water activities, this beach provides a memorable experience for all.

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West Beach Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.799318/-0.55274376 or Grid Reference TQ0200. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sea Road Road running alongside the beach in Littlehampton.
Sea Road
Road running alongside the beach in Littlehampton.
Pumping station Sewage pumping station by Sea Road, directing effluent to Ford sewage works.
Pumping station
Sewage pumping station by Sea Road, directing effluent to Ford sewage works.
Littlehampton : ghost sign
Littlehampton : ghost sign
Littlehampton : "The White Hart" public house
Littlehampton : "The White Hart" public house
Littlehampton : housing terrace
Littlehampton : housing terrace
Littlehampton : beach and groynes
Littlehampton : beach and groynes
Littlehampton : East Beach Cafe
Littlehampton : East Beach Cafe
Littlehampton : Harbour Park "castle" Harbour Park is an amusement park in Littlehampton. It has been on this site since 1932. The original developer was Billy Butlin.
Littlehampton : Harbour Park "castle"
Harbour Park is an amusement park in Littlehampton. It has been on this site since 1932. The original developer was Billy Butlin.
Littlehampton Lifeboat Station Built in 2002.
Littlehampton Lifeboat Station
Built in 2002.
Littlehampton : River Arun
Littlehampton : River Arun
Littlehampton : arcade mural The arcade is dated 1922.
Littlehampton : arcade mural
The arcade is dated 1922.
Littlehampton : "The Crown" public house
Littlehampton : "The Crown" public house
Littlehampton Lighthouse
Littlehampton Lighthouse
Littlehampton : section, long bench The inage shows a section of the colourful long bench along the seafront at Littlehampton. More on the project at this <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.studioweave.com/projects/longest-bench/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.studioweave.com/projects/longest-bench/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>.
Littlehampton : section, long bench
The inage shows a section of the colourful long bench along the seafront at Littlehampton. More on the project at this LinkExternal link.
Littlehampton : section, long bench The inage shows a section of the colourful long bench along the seafront at Littlehampton. More on the project at this <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.studioweave.com/projects/longest-bench/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.studioweave.com/projects/longest-bench/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>.
Littlehampton : section, long bench
The inage shows a section of the colourful long bench along the seafront at Littlehampton. More on the project at this LinkExternal link.
Littlehampton : acoustic shells A pair of acoustic shells from 2014 erected to a design by architects Flanagan Lawrence.
Littlehampton : acoustic shells
A pair of acoustic shells from 2014 erected to a design by architects Flanagan Lawrence.
Littlehampton Harbour : wharfside residences
Littlehampton Harbour : wharfside residences
Littlehampton Marina
Littlehampton Marina
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West Beach is located at Grid Ref: TQ0200 (Lat: 50.799318, Lng: -0.55274376)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Arun

Police Authority: Sussex

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