Latest news

The 2026 Big Butterfly Count takes place from this Friday, 17 July to Sunday, 9 August 2026.

Following the recent exciting announcement confirming opening in Spring 2027, construction work continues at pace on the Alexandra Arts Centre, with significant milestones reached over the past two weeks and further activity planned through to the end of July.

Barrel jellyfish have been reported on both the Littlehampton and Bognor Regis coastlines.

The Safer Arun Partnership has announced a second round of its successful Community Safety Grant Fund. The first round of funding earlier this year was fully allocated within just six weeks due to high demand from local organisations.

As temperatures rise and more people head outdoors to enjoy Arun's stunning coastline and green spaces, Arun District Council is reminding residents and visitors that fires and barbecues are not permitted on Arun District Council-owned beaches and public open spaces under council byelaws.