Lancing Beach

Beach in Sussex Adur

England

Lancing Beach

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

Lancing Beach, situated along the coast of Sussex, England, is a picturesque and popular destination for locals and tourists alike. Spanning approximately 2 miles, this pebble beach offers a peaceful and scenic retreat for visitors seeking relaxation and tranquility.

The beach is easily accessible, with ample parking available nearby, and is well-served by public transport links. Lancing Beach boasts excellent facilities, including clean public toilets, lifeguard services during peak seasons, and a range of nearby amenities such as cafes, restaurants, and shops.

The beach itself offers stunning views of the English Channel and is backed by a long promenade, perfect for leisurely walks or cycling. The pebbles that make up the shoreline are smooth and comfortable to walk on, and many visitors enjoy sunbathing, picnicking, or simply taking in the refreshing sea breeze. The beach is also popular among water sports enthusiasts, with opportunities for windsurfing and kitesurfing due to the area's favorable wind conditions.

Nature lovers will appreciate the beach's proximity to the Lancing Nature Reserve, a protected area known for its diverse flora and fauna. The reserve provides an opportunity to observe various bird species and explore the surrounding salt marshes and reed beds.

Lancing Beach is a family-friendly destination, with ample space for children to play and build sandcastles. It also hosts occasional events and festivals throughout the year, attracting both locals and visitors from afar.

Overall, Lancing Beach offers a serene and picturesque setting, combining natural beauty with modern amenities, making it an ideal spot for those seeking a coastal escape in Sussex.

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Lancing Beach Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.82068/-0.31447943 or Grid Reference TQ1803. 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.
Grinstead Lane railway bridge
The Bridge was built in the mid sixties for the new A2025 bypass road. The level crossing could be avoided.
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
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
The Quadrant, Marlborough Road, Lancing
The Quadrant, Marlborough Road, Lancing
Lancing: Play area
Lancing: Play area
Lancing: Beach Green information boards
Lancing: Beach Green information boards
Lancing: Beach Green Car Park
Lancing: Beach Green Car Park
Lancing: Beach Green Car Park, 'pay by card'
Lancing: Beach Green Car Park, 'pay by card'
Lancing: Incoming tide on the large boulder breakwater
Lancing: Incoming tide on the large boulder breakwater
Lancing Beach: Huts
Lancing Beach: Huts
Lancing Beach Green: Path to the beach
Lancing Beach Green: Path to the beach
Lancing Beach: Huts
Lancing Beach: Huts
Lancing Beach: Huts
Lancing Beach: Huts
Lancing Beach: Breakwater
Lancing Beach: Breakwater
Lancing Beach: Large boulder breakwater
Lancing Beach: Large boulder breakwater
Lancing Beach looking east
Lancing Beach looking east
Lancing Beach: Perch Cafe and Gym
Lancing Beach: Perch Cafe and Gym
Lancing: Incoming tide on the large boulder breakwater
Lancing: Incoming tide on the large boulder breakwater
Lancing Beach
Lancing Beach
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Lancing Beach is located at Grid Ref: TQ1803 (Lat: 50.82068, Lng: -0.31447943)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Adur

Police Authority: Sussex

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