Southwick
Settlement in Sussex Adur
England
Southwick
Southwick is a picturesque village located in the Adur district of West Sussex, England. Situated on the south coast, it lies approximately 6 miles west of Brighton and Hove, and 2 miles east of Shoreham-by-Sea. With a population of around 8,000, it offers a peaceful and close-knit community feel.
The village is steeped in history, dating back to the Roman times. It is best known for its maritime heritage, as it was once a bustling fishing and trading port. Today, remnants of its past can still be seen, such as the historic Southwick Green, a village square surrounded by charming cottages and St. Julian's Church, a Grade I listed building that dates back to the 13th century.
Southwick benefits from its proximity to the South Downs National Park, offering breathtaking views and ample opportunities for outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The nearby coastline also provides residents and visitors with easy access to the beautiful beaches and water sports.
The village boasts a range of amenities, including local shops, restaurants, and pubs, catering to the needs of its residents. It is also well-connected, with frequent bus services to neighboring towns and cities, and a train station providing direct links to Brighton, London, and other major cities.
Southwick is highly regarded for its strong sense of community spirit, evident through various events and festivals held throughout the year. These include the Southwick Carnival, a highlight of the summer, and the Southwick Beer Festival, which celebrates local breweries.
Overall, Southwick offers a perfect blend of history, natural beauty, and community spirit, making it an attractive place to live or visit in Sussex.
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Southwick Images
Images are sourced within 2km of 50.833921/-0.230539 or Grid Reference TQ2405. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.
Shoreham Power Station
A 420MW gas powered Power Station completed in 2000, on the site of the old Brighton 'B' coal fired Power Station, seen here from the entrance lock into Shoreham Harbour.
City of Chichester
A hopper dredger built in 1997, seen here about to enter Shoreham Harbour for unloading.
Southwick Beach
Looking along Southwick Beach towards the East Breakwater at the entrance to Shoreham Harbour.
Southwick Beach
Looking along the promenade above Southwick Beach towards the East Breakwater at the entrance to Shoreham Harbour. On the right are warehouses fronting Shoreham Harbour.
Wind turbines
A pair of 100kW wind turbines on the promenade above Southwick Beach with the East Breakwater at the entrance to Shoreham Harbour in the background. Notices on the fence by the turbines state that they have been nicknamed "Spinny" (nearest) and "Gusty" (beyond) following a competition among local schoolchildren after they were installed in 2016.
Southwick Beach
Looking along Southwick Beach with the two wind turbines providing power to Shoreham Harbour in the right background and the East Breakwater at the entrance to the harbour beyond.
Shoreham Power Station
A 420MW gas powered Power Station completed in 2000, on the site of the old Brighton 'B' coal fired Power Station, seen here from Basin Road South.
Shoreham Power Station outfall
The outfall from Shoreham Power Station, seen here largely submerged at high tide. In the far distance are wind turbines in the Rampion Offshore Wind Farm.
Sea wall
Sea wall on the beach at Portslade-by-Sea, protecting Basin Road South and the warehouses beyond on Shoreham Harbour. For a close up if the artwork on the right, see TQ2604 : Happiness. In the background is Shoreham Power Station.
Happiness
Artwork on the sea wall on the beach at Portslade-by-Sea (see TQ2604 : Sea wall).
Cemex Go Innovation
A hopper dredger built in 2020, seen here unloading at Cemex's wharf in Shoreham Harbour.
The Green
Looking across the cricket square on The Green. The road leading away in the background is Albert Road.
War Memorial
War memorial dating from 1922 to commemorate those from Southwick and Fishersgate who died in the First World War. Grade II listed - see Link
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Coates Court
Housing on Butts Road, facing on to Albion Street, part of the redevelopment of this area in the c.1960s.
Footpath
Footpath connecting Albion Street with Basin Road South and Southwick Beach, utilising the lock across Shoreham Harbour.
Southwick is located at Grid Ref: TQ2405 (Lat: 50.833921, Lng: -0.230539)
Administrative County: West Sussex
District: Adur
Police Authority: Sussex
What 3 Words
///caged.shack.settle. Near Portslade, East Sussex
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Nearby Amenities
Located within 500m of 50.833921,-0.230539Generator Method: combustion
Generator Output Electricity: 420 MW
Generator Source: gas
Generator Type: combined_cycle
Power: generator
Wikidata: Q7501423
Wikipedia: en:Shoreham Power Station
Lat/Long: 50.8299311/-0.2312735
Southwick
Naptan AtcoCode: 9100STHWICK
Network: National Rail
Network Website: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/swk/
Network Wikidata: Q26334
Operator: Southern
Railway: station
Ref Crs: SWK
Wikidata: Q2497816
Wikipedia: en:Southwick railway station
Lat/Long: 50.8324943/-0.2371971
Emmaus by the Sea
Addr City: Brighton
Addr Postcode: BN42 4AE
Addr Street: Station Road
Opening Hours: 10:00-17:00
Operator: Emmaus Brighton & Hove
Shop: second_hand
Lat/Long: 50.8317369/-0.2358309
Bus Stop
Southwick Square
Bench: yes
Bin: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 4400AD0259
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: Southwick Square
Naptan Indicator: o/s shopping centre
Naptan Landmark: Library
Naptan NaptanCode: wsxadtda
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: BRGHTN
Naptan Street: Southwick Square
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 50.8341908/-0.2356249
Bus Stop
Community Centre
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Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: Southwick Square
Naptan Indicator: o/s Library
Naptan Landmark: Library
Naptan NaptanCode: wsxadtdg
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: BRGHTN
Naptan Street: Southwick Square
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 50.8349305/-0.2346405
Bus Stop
The Crescent
Naptan AtcoCode: 4400AD0261
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: Manor Hall Road
Naptan Indicator: outside no.2
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Naptan NaptanCode: wsxadtdj
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: BRGHTN
Naptan Street: Manor Hall Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 50.8366985/-0.2336751
Bus Stop
The Crescent
Naptan AtcoCode: 4400AD0262
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: Manor Hall Road
Naptan Indicator: adj The Crescent
Naptan Landmark: The Crescent
Naptan NaptanCode: wsxadtdm
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: BRGHTN
Naptan Street: Manor Hall Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 50.836778/-0.2331964
Bus Stop
Eastbrook Primary Academy
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 4400AD0263
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: Milton Road Shops
Naptan Indicator: o/s School
Naptan Landmark: Park Way
Naptan NaptanCode: wsxadtdp
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: BRGHTN
Naptan Street: Manor Hall Road
Naptan Verified: no
Note: This bus shelter has a yellow plastic bench.
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 50.8365377/-0.2298757
Bus Stop
Eastbrook Primary Academy
Naptan AtcoCode: 4400AD0264
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: Manor Hall Middle School
Naptan Indicator: Middle School
Naptan Landmark: Park Way
Naptan NaptanCode: wsxadtdt
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: BRGHTN
Naptan Street: Manor Hall Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 50.8365996/-0.2290237
Bus Stop
The Twitten
Naptan AtcoCode: 4400AD0269
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: The Twitten
Naptan Indicator: o/s 1
Naptan Landmark: Grange Road
Naptan NaptanCode: wsxadtgm
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: BRGHTN
Naptan Street: The Twitten
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 50.8337658/-0.2373261
Bus Stop
Colebrook Rd
Naptan AtcoCode: 4400AD0331
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: Colebrook Rd
Naptan Indicator: adj Colebrook Rd
Naptan Landmark: Colebrook Road
Naptan NaptanCode: wsxadwmg
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: BRGHTN
Naptan Street: Albion Street A259
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 50.8314915/-0.2321968
Bus Stop
Colebrook Rd
Naptan AtcoCode: 4400AD0332
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: Colebrook Rd
Naptan Indicator: opp Colebrook RD
Naptan Landmark: Colebrook Road
Naptan NaptanCode: wsxadwmj
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: BRGHTN
Naptan Street: Albion Street A259
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 50.8313483/-0.2316484
Bus Stop
The Gardens
Naptan AtcoCode: 4400AD0333
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: The Gardens
Naptan Indicator: opp No.19
Naptan Landmark: The Gardens
Naptan NaptanCode: wsxadwmp
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: BRGHTN
Naptan Street: Albion Street A259
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 50.831512/-0.2270268
Bus Stop
The Gardens
Naptan AtcoCode: 4400AD0334
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: The Gardens
Naptan Indicator: Adj The Gardens
Naptan Landmark: The Gardens
Naptan NaptanCode: wsxadwmt
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: BRGHTN
Naptan Street: Albion Street A259
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 50.8317039/-0.2266361
Taxi
Southwick Station Taxi
Naptan AtcoCode: 4400TAXI043
Naptan CommonName: Southwick Station Taxi
Naptan Indicator: o/s Station
Naptan Landmark: Southwick Station
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: BRGHTN
Naptan Street: Station Road
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 50.8323371/-0.235772
Taxi
Southwick Square Taxi
Naptan AtcoCode: 4400TAXI044
Naptan CommonName: Southwick Square Taxi
Naptan Indicator: adj Southwick Square
Naptan Landmark: Southwick Square
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: BRGHTN
Naptan Street: Southwick STreet
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 50.8343918/-0.2348566
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Collection Plate: CP1D
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Last Checked: 2020-10-05
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: BN42 687D
Royal Cypher: GR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102273
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 50.8324459/-0.2358609
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Collection Plate: CP1D
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Last Checked: 2020-10-05
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: BN42 675D
Royal Cypher: GR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102273
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 50.8354745/-0.2239444
Pub
The New Port Arms
Addr City: Southwick
Addr Country: GB
Addr Postcode: BN42 4EG
Addr Street: Albion Street
Fhrs Id: 1107382
Lat/Long: 50.8312074/-0.2353276
Waste Basket
Description: This bin is red in colour and has a lid.
Source: survey
Waste: dog_excrement
Lat/Long: 50.832009/-0.2349533
Waste Basket
Description: This bin is red in colour and has a lid.
Source: survey
Waste: dog_excrement
Lat/Long: 50.8322526/-0.2336191
Telephone
Booth: KX100
Covered: booth
Operator: BT
Payment Coins: no
Phone: +44 1273 870015
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 50.832128/-0.2357434
Vending Machine
Source: survey
Vending: public_transport_tickets
Lat/Long: 50.8324258/-0.2363591
Vending Machine
Source: survey
Vending: public_transport_tickets
Lat/Long: 50.832474/-0.23635
Waste Basket
Ashtray: no
Colour: black
Covered: yes
Note: This litter bin has a stubber plate on top.
Operator: Adur & Worthing Waste Services
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 50.8324545/-0.2357909
Bench
Backrest: yes
Colour: brown
Description: This wooden bench is in the same brick building as the toilet block, but is not in the toilet and is in an alcove of this brick building.
Material: wood
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 50.8348697/-0.2346712
Waste Basket
Ashtray: no
Colour: black
Covered: yes
Material: plastic
Operator: Adur & Worthing Council Services
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 50.834878/-0.2346683
Waste Basket
Ashtray: no
Colour: black
Covered: yes
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 50.8367007/-0.2336131
Waste Basket
Ashtray: no
Colour: black
Covered: yes
Material: plastic
Operator: Adur & Worthing Council Services
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 50.8351674/-0.2346008
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Collection Plate: CP8
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:30; Sa 12:15
Last Checked: 2020-10-05
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: BN42 689
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 50.8343049/-0.2374003
Bench
Backrest: yes
Colour: brown
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 50.8367007/-0.2336362
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Collection Plate: CP1D
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Last Checked: 2020-10-05
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: BN42 686D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 50.8364892/-0.2342942
Bench
Backrest: yes
Colour: brown
Material: plastic
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 50.8368646/-0.2342273
Waste Basket
Ashtray: no
Colour: black
Covered: yes
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 50.8366587/-0.2344786
Southwick Roman Villa
Board Type: history
Information: board
Source: survey
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 50.8368766/-0.2342517
Waste Basket
Ashtray: no
Colour: green
Covered: yes
Material: plastic
Operator: Adur & Worthing Waste Services
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 50.8367299/-0.2312993
Waste Basket
Colour: red
Covered: yes
Source: survey
Waste: dog_excrement
Lat/Long: 50.8357131/-0.2241592
Waste Basket
Ashtray: no
Colour: red
Covered: yes
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 50.8364879/-0.2295941
Waste Basket
Ashtray: no
Colour: green
Covered: yes
Material: plastic
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 50.8367042/-0.2309188
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Collection Plate: CP1D
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Last Checked: 2020-10-05
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: BN42 676D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 50.8366964/-0.2296022
Atm
Brand: Cashzone
Brand Wikidata: Q110738461
Fee: £0.99 for debit card withdrawals
Indoor: no
Network: Allpoint
Network Wikidata: Q4733264
Operator: Cash Zone
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 50.8318916/-0.2260117
Parcel Locker
Amazon Locker
Brand: Amazon Locker
Brand Wikidata: Q16974764
Brand Wikipedia: en:Amazon Locker
Description: Inside Adur Express Convenience Store on the left hand side of the store.
Indoor: yes
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 50.8319732/-0.2260661
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Collection Plate: CP7D
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Last Checked: 2020-10-05
Note: This postbox is of a brand new EIIR lamp design.
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: BN42 688D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 50.8319073/-0.2263989
Crossing
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Island: yes
Crossing Markings: dots
Kerb: lowered
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 50.8315813/-0.2357335
Crossing
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Markings: dots
Kerb: lowered
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 50.8315083/-0.2356427
Barrier: bollard
Bollard: fixed
Material: metal
Lat/Long: 50.8343105/-0.23642
Barrier: bollard
Bollard: fixed
Material: metal
Lat/Long: 50.8342967/-0.2363103
Barrier: bollard
Bollard: fixed
Material: metal
Lat/Long: 50.8342935/-0.2354406
Barrier: bollard
Bollard: fixed
Material: metal
Lat/Long: 50.8343293/-0.2353595
Barrier: bollard
Bollard: fixed
Material: metal
Lat/Long: 50.8343194/-0.235334
Barrier: bollard
Bollard: fixed
Material: metal
Lat/Long: 50.8343513/-0.2352177
Barrier: bollard
Bollard: fixed
Material: metal
Lat/Long: 50.8343679/-0.2351644
Barrier: bollard
Bollard: fixed
Material: metal
Lat/Long: 50.834385/-0.2351067
Barrier: bollard
Bollard: fixed
Material: metal
Lat/Long: 50.8344174/-0.2350671
Barrier: bollard
Bollard: fixed
Material: metal
Lat/Long: 50.8344513/-0.2350463
Barrier: bollard
Bollard: fixed
Material: metal
Lat/Long: 50.8344792/-0.2350007
Barrier: bollard
Bollard: fixed
Material: metal
Lat/Long: 50.834501/-0.2349565
Barrier: bollard
Bollard: fixed
Material: metal
Lat/Long: 50.8345305/-0.2349176
Barrier: bollard
Bollard: fixed
Material: metal
Lat/Long: 50.8345633/-0.2348764
Bicycle Rental
Southwick Square
Bicycle Rental: docking_station
Covered: no
Fee: yes
Network: Adur&Worthing
Operator: Donkey Republic
Payment App: yes
Lat/Long: 50.8344837/-0.2352472
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 50.8316233/-0.2357141
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 50.8315118/-0.2355857
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 50.8314863/-0.2359041
Crossing
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Markings: dots
Kerb: lowered
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 50.8315975/-0.2356117
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 50.8316369/-0.2356602
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