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The beach at Littlehampton Sea Road is predominantly composed of shingle, but as the tide recedes, large areas of sand are revealed. The beach is situated adjacent to Littlehampton Harbour and features a promenade with a large grassed area behind it. The River Arun flows across the beach at its western end.
The beach is a popular destination for families, with a range of facilities and activities available. These include a theme park, fair, and various places to eat. The award-winning 'East Beach Café', designed by Thomas Heatherwick, is located on the sea front. The beach is also a favourite among kitesurfers and watersport enthusiasts, who can participate in activities such as canoeing, windsurfing, surfing, sailing, and jet skiing.
The beach has designated safe swimming areas, making it a family-friendly destination. Dogs are allowed on the beach from September to April, but are restricted from May 1st to September 30th.
Littlehampton East Beach, also known as Littlehampton Coastguards Beach, is another popular beach in the area. This sand and shingle beach is a favourite among all age groups and offers a range of facilities and activities, including a funfair and theme park.
Sand Shingle
| Tonight |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 100% |
| Min temperature | 9°C |
| feels like | 8°C |
| Wind 14mph |  |
| Tomorrow |
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|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 88% |
| Max temperature | 10°C |
| feels like | 8°C |
| Wind 13mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
The tide at Littlehampton Sea Road Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 11:58 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 5:47 AM tomorrow.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Food available
Toilets
Shops
Litter bins
Pay and Display Car Parks behind the beach.
Dogs not allowed on certain areas during summer.
Beach cleaned regularly.
Daily - 21st May - 4th September
Water quality not measured here
less than a mile west as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
less than a mile west as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road or less than a mile on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 4 miles east as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road or 5 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 6 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road.
around 6 miles east as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 6 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 7 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 7 miles east as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 8 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 9 miles east as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
around 10 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 11 miles east as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road or 13 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 12 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 22 miles by road or 17 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 12 miles east as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road.
around 13 miles east as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road or 15 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 13 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 22 miles by road or 17 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 15 miles east as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 15 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road.
around 16 miles west as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
Location: Littlehampton
Location type: Urban
OS Grid: TQ039013
Coordinates: 50°48'7"N 0°31'35"W
Mapcode: GBR GL4.RP2
What 3 Words: waddled.vibes.coach
Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.
County: West Sussex
Country: England
Local Authority: Arun
Parish: Littlehampton
Nearest postcode: BN16 2NA
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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