10 Things to Do in Littlehampton That You Shouldn't Miss

August 11, 2017 Terina Blouin

Littlehampton is a seaside resort and pleasure harbour, and the most populous civil parish in the Arun District of West Sussex, England. It lies on the English Channel on the eastern bank of the mouth of the River Arun. It is 51.5 miles (83 km) south south-west of London, 19 miles (31 km) west of Brighton and 10 miles (16 km) east of the county town of Chichester.
Restaurants in Littlehampton

1. Mewsbrook Park

Hendon Avenue, Littlehampton BN16 2LX, England +44 1903 737951
Excellent
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4.5 based on 124 reviews

Mewsbrook Park

Mewsbrook Park is just a minute’s walk from the beach in the seaside resort of Littlehampton, West Sussex. It covers approximately four hectares and boasts a number of attractions including boating lake, miniature railway, café, original art deco shelters and children’s play area. Opened in 1939, the Mewsbrook sets a high horticultural bench mark for public parks. Large shrub and long herbaceous borders together with bee and butterfly Gardens provide colour and interest throughout the year. The lake serves as an excellent local amenity, and is regularly used by visitors for boating. The lake and island are also a haven for wildlife. Starting in 2017 a new leisure centre is to be built, accommodating a proportion of Ruby Gardens. A re landscaped Ruby Gardens is anticipated to open in 2018 with focus on conservation. There is a positive sense of community in the park, supported by the Friends of Mewsbrook Park, Mewsbrook Park Café and Boat Hire and Littlehampton Miniature Railway.

Reviewed By StuK72 - Carlisle, United Kingdom

Used to go here often as a kid in the 80s. Me & my brother would catch sticklebacks in the little stream.(Not sure if you're allowed to do that now) Health & Safety!!??
Returned for the first time in over 20 years with my wife and its still as beautiful, tranquil oasis as I can remember.

2. Harbour Park

Windmill Road, Littlehampton BN17 5LH, England +44 1903 721200
Excellent
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4 based on 327 reviews

Harbour Park

Right near the award winning sandy Beaches, river harbour & marina. Have fun on the Dodgems and Adventure Golf. Make a splash on the Water Chute and take a turn on the Junior Ocean Coaster. Rides for the younger children include Giant Slide, indoor Soft Play Area, mini car circuit and the Spinning Barrels. Specialty F&B include freshly battered fish and chips, bean to cup coffees and local pastries in the Maritime Galley Restaurant or the Harbour Kitchen.

Reviewed By Debzts - Littlehampton, United Kingdom

Totally love this place. It's family run and there's plenty to do for all ages.
You can have a lovely meal in the Gallery restaurant or just a snack in the main building.
There's a lovely ball park with a separate area for younger children. Lots of exciting fun fare rides from the spinning waltzer to the water ride.
The token system is a great idea as well and there are plenty of machines around the park to purchase them. All in all a great family day out.

3. Look & Sea Visitor Centre

63-65 Surrey Street | Fishermans Quay, Littlehampton BN17 5AW, England +44 1903 718984
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4 based on 154 reviews

Look & Sea Visitor Centre

The Heritage Exhibition and Viewing Tower is based around the harbour and seaside history of Littlehampton and the surrounding area, the Heritage Exhibition has interactive displays, historical artefacts and fascinating pieces of information to inform and amuse both adults and children. Do you know what ships were wrecked off the Sussex coast; why a customs house was built in Littlehampton in 1864; when the town first started to receive day trippers; what birds wheel above the river and float on its waters? Come to our exhibition and find out the answers to these and many other questions. As for our viewing tower, it has some of the best views in Sussex. It is said you can see the spire of Chichester Cathedral from the Upper Tower using the binoculars provided. Why not come and find out? Or bring your camera and step out onto the Lower Tower balcony to take amazing pictures of the River Arun that you would never get at ground level.

Reviewed By Neil T - Rustington, United Kingdom

First the positives, service was quick and friendly, and our order was delivered very quickly. Overall the breakfast was very nice.
Now the negative, I thought it was very difficult to cook a piece of bacon without any colour, but it seems they managed it. Buried under the beans was 2 barely cooked pieces of bacon. Floppy and pale and very underwhelming. Apart from that it was fine. Just an extra 60 seconds in the pan and the breakfast would be perfect.

4. Littlehampton Museum

Manor House Church Street, Littlehampton BN17 5EW, England +44 1903 738100
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4.5 based on 51 reviews

Littlehampton Museum

Littlehampton Museum is a popular family friendly museum at the heart of the beautiful seaside town of Littlehampton. We offer a fascinating insight into the community's social history through a variety of exciting galleries, many with audio points and interactive elements to help guide you through the history of the town. Throughout the year we host a wide variety of Exhibitions and events for all ages, all free of charge to enjoy! Admission is free, and we are open all year round Mon - Sat.

Reviewed By IainWeir

Recent visit to Littlehampton we came across the little museum by accident as it was on the side of the public car park we parked in. There are useful tourist information leaflets inside the door. Not a big museum but has various different sections with...MoreDear Iain, Thank you for leaving a review of the Museum, we are so glad that you enjoyed your visit! We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

5. Windmill Theatre

Windmill Road, Littlehampton, England +44 1903 715920
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4.5 based on 34 reviews

Windmill Theatre

Reviewed By Edward J - Littlehampton, England, United Kingdom

A fantastic place to visit very accessible with friendly staff. This venue was missed when it closed. Now with up to date films and other attractions for the locals a fantastic place to spend time. A return visit is on the cards.Thank you - we have worked hard to make it an attractive place to visit.

6. Mewsbrook Park Pedalo & Boat Hire

Pedalo & Boat Hire Hendon Avenue, Littlehampton BN16 2LX, England +44 1903 722822
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4 based on 31 reviews

Mewsbrook Park Pedalo & Boat Hire

The boating lake is set in the award-winning Mewsbrook Park, Littlehampton. With 10 brand new pedalos & 6 rowing boats to choose from you can take to the water and enjoy the wonderful views. Afterwards why not pop into our café next door and enjoy a light bit and refreshment!

Reviewed By Andyh69 - London, United Kingdom

we went on last year and had good fun, but this year we visited in June and it was a Friday and unfortunatley it was closed, so i'm adding a photo of the opening times to advise others. But this was fun last time we...MoreThanks for your review, we are only open weekends and during school holidays. Hope to see you again soon.

7. West Beach Local Nature Reserve

Rope Walk, Littlehampton, England
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4.5 based on 13 reviews

West Beach Local Nature Reserve

Reviewed By John5550 - Billingshurst, United Kingdom

Although I have lived in Sussex for a long time I had never walked this stretch of the County's coast line. What have I missed!
Littlehampton's west beach is away from the more commercialised east beach and consists of a long sweep of mainly pebble beach backed by dunes (the latter in part cordoned off to preserve the nature reserve and SSI).
Accessed via a mainly one track road and passing the golf course and marina the west beach is serve by local authority parking area and the West Beach Café. Note that the first part of the car park starts half a mile or so before the 'point' so worth carrying on to the main car park.
Depending on the state of the tide you can access the beach directly from the car park or via the nature reserves wooden pathway which lead further along the pebble/shingle beach and the dunes. At low tide you can drop down onto the exposed sandy beach.
West beach is a wide sweep of coastline and a wonderful area to walk dogs throughout the year.

8. Bah-Humbug Sweets Limited

2 Anchor Springs, Littlehampton BN17 6BP, England +44 1903 717103
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4 based on 14 reviews

Bah-Humbug Sweets Limited

Reviewed By bigbaddaz

Seen a few shops like this but this is the king of them all, very reasonably priced but still spent over £20 because you keep on seeing an old favourite.

9. Littlehampton Beach

Littlehampton, England
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4 based on 10 reviews

Littlehampton Beach

Reviewed By StuK72 - Carlisle, United Kingdom

Fantastic beach with miles of sand. An authentic historic Promenade and pier. Great for a leisurely stroll or fun in the sea on a hot day.

10. Littlehampton Ferry

or Littlehampton Yacht Club West Bank of River Arun, Littlehampton BN17 6LR, England +44 7971 843636
Excellent
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4 based on 16 reviews

Littlehampton Ferry

The Littlehampton Ferry is the best way to cross the River Arun. It links the East and West banks of the River Arun in Littlehampton. It operates between Town Quay & The Littlehampton Yacht Club. We can carry up to 12 passengers and dogs go for free! Hours of Operation Open every day during school holidays & weekends if it's not too wet and windy. Ferry will run roughly every 20 mins or when full. There is no stop off at Arundel. Up to 5 harbour trips per day (these can be booked in advance and times may vary) Parking There is parking on the West bank at the Littlehampton Yacht Club and on the East side at the Green (West) for up to 1 hour. Please pay the ferry skipper for parking at the Littlehampton Yacht Club. Harbour Tours The ferry also operates harbour tours of Littlehampton. The Passengers are informed of the local history of the area, the shipbuilding and local attractions and wildlife are pointed out. About The Ferry This is the 5th year in operation and is a joint venture between the Littlehampton Town Council, the Littlehampton Yacht Club, Robert Boyce and the East/West Beach Cafes. The ferry service links the town centre with the sandy Beaches, golf course and yacht clubs on the West bank of the River Arun. The boat was specifically sourced in Florida in the US and was shipped over to the UK to become the first and only one of its kind to operate in the UK. It is a pontoon boat that is very stable and capable of carrying 12 passengers (and skipper) and is run over the holidays and summer months. There is luxury Seating for 12 and a sun canopy. There are dedicated pontoons on either side of the river for easy access. The ferry can carry buggies, bikes and well behaved dogs. There are 2 easy access gates so passengers can step aboard with ease. There is disabled access from both the East and West Banks. Please contact us in advance to discuss your requirements.

Reviewed By Joseph S - Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom

Myself, wife, two children and boxer dog went for a long walk from the car-park to West Beach.
After spending a few hours on the beach we decided to walk back - and what a massive bonus to find that for a small charge all of us could jump on this ferry and cross over to the East Beach.
FYI: Parking charges on the West Beach are very expensive - much cheaper on the East Beach side.

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