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West Wittering Beach is a favourite destination for families and beachgoers alike, with its extensive areas of mown grass perfect for picnics, barbecues, and games. The beach is internationally recognised for its wild natural beauty and wildlife, making it a popular spot for nature lovers and those seeking a relaxing day out.
Located at the mouth of Chichester Harbour, West Wittering Beach boasts an attractive sandy beach within a Site of Special Scientific Interest. The gently sloping sandy beach is backed by low sand dunes and multi-coloured beach huts, with the rolling Sussex countryside beyond. Visitors can enjoy views out over the Solent towards the Isle of Wight, making it a popular destination for those seeking a day trip from London.
Although largely undeveloped, West Wittering Beach offers a range of facilities, including toilets, showers, parking, and a café. The beach regularly earns the prestigious Blue Flag award, making it a perfect family-friendly beach. Visitors can enjoy a range of activities, including swimming, paddling, sunbathing, surfing, windsurfing, and kite-surfing. The beach is also ideal for bird-watching, with many waders and wildfowl visiting during the migratory season.
The beach has a few rules and regulations in place, including restricted horse riding during the summer months and dog restrictions in certain areas. However, the beach is generally dog-friendly all year round. Lifeguards are on duty from May to September, providing an added layer of safety for visitors.
Sand
| Today |  |
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| Chance of rain | 91% |
| Max temperature | 21°C |
| feels like | 22°C |
| Wind 18mph |  |
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| Chance of rain | % |
| Min temperature | 12°C |
| feels like | 15°C |
| Wind 15mph |  |
The tide at West Wittering Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 8:54 AM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 4:00 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Campsite
Food available
Toilets
Litter bins
There is a car park by the beach.
Dogs not allowed on certain areas May 1st to September 30th.
Beach cleaned daily during the summer.
No information available
Water quality not measured here
less than a mile north-northwest as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
around 2 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road or 2 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 2 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road.
around 6 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 7 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
around 8 miles east as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 9 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 9 miles east as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 10 miles east as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 11 miles east as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 11 miles east as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 13 miles east as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road.
around 16 miles east as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
around 17 miles east as the seagull flies, around 23 miles by road.
around 17 miles east as the seagull flies, around 24 miles by road.
around 21 miles east as the seagull flies, around 28 miles by road.
around 23 miles east as the seagull flies, around 29 miles by road.
around 24 miles east as the seagull flies, around 30 miles by road.
around 26 miles east as the seagull flies, around 32 miles by road.
around 28 miles east as the seagull flies, around 35 miles by road.
around 29 miles east as the seagull flies, around 36 miles by road.
Location: West Wittering
Location type: Village
OS Grid: SZ769979
Coordinates: 50°46'35"N 0°54'33"W
Mapcode: GBR CG1.BVL
What 3 Words: folks.tiredness.milky
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: Chichester
Parish: West Wittering
Nearest postcode: PO20 8AU
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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