Did you know? It’s National Beach Day!
Today is a day that encourages people to enjoy a day at the beach, raises our awareness of the beauty of beaches and to participate in keeping them clean and safe. Let us appreciate the natural coastal environments that are vital to our planet's health and biodiversity.
Be sea-safe
We are asking those visiting the beach to be sea-safe, especially in the dangerous river-mouth area in Littlehampton. The first bay, between the pier and the groins by the river mouth is a NO SWIM area, but at the weekend we had issues with the public swimming in this area, despite warnings and requests not to do so.
Bathing, paddling and use of watercraft equipment is banned in this area for public safety. RNLI lifeguards have warnings in place there to inform people of these dangers and to show the safe bathing area between the red and yellow flags a few bays to the east along the promenade.
Please read this: Float To Live – What To Do In An Emergency – RNLI - vital information if get into trouble in the water.
Seagulls don’t need feeding!
If you are visiting the coast, please do not feed the seagulls! Fish and chips or bread crusts are not good for seagulls to eat! It also encourages them to attack people with food causing injuries, loss of food just purchased from the local traders and a frightening experience. This may not seem an important issue if it hasn’t happened to you, but please think about the health of the seagulls and the budget and safety of those enjoying their chips!
There is plenty of information about our beaches including beach safety, rules and water quality, which is checked every six days. Read more here: