Lancing, South

Settlement in Sussex Adur

England

Lancing, South

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 is a small but vibrant town located in the South of Sussex, England. Situated on the coast, it boasts a population of around 19,000 residents. Lancing is part of the larger district of Adur and is conveniently situated between the bustling city of Brighton and the historic town of Worthing.

The town is known for its beautiful pebble beach, which stretches for approximately two miles along the coast. Lancing Beach is a popular spot for locals and tourists alike, offering stunning views of the English Channel and providing opportunities for various recreational activities, such as swimming, sunbathing, and beachcombing.

Lancing has a charming town center, offering a range of amenities and services to its residents. The high street is home to a variety of shops, cafes, restaurants, and pubs, providing a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. The town also boasts several parks and green spaces, where residents can enjoy leisurely walks, picnics, or outdoor sports.

Education is well catered for in Lancing, with both primary and secondary schools available to local families. The town is also home to North Lancing Primary School, a highly regarded institution with a strong reputation for academic excellence.

Transport links in Lancing are excellent, with regular train services connecting the town to Brighton, Worthing, and London. The A27 road runs nearby, providing easy access to other parts of Sussex and beyond.

Overall, Lancing offers a delightful coastal living experience, combining its natural beauty, community spirit, and convenient location to create an attractive place to call home.

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Lancing, South Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.826082/-0.308364 or Grid Reference TQ1904. 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, South is located at Grid Ref: TQ1904 (Lat: 50.826082, Lng: -0.308364)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Adur

Police Authority: Sussex

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Widewater Lagoon

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Lancing, West Sussex

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Lancing railway station

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Nearby Amenities

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