Littlehampton seafront project has now been completed

Improvements to Littlehampton’s seafront between East Beach, South Terrace and Windmill Road got underway last autumn.

Spearheaded by Arun District Council and supported by £7.23 million in UK government funding, the project has revitalised the area with a mix of modern facilities, family-friendly attractions, and sustainable design.

Delivered by contractors Neilcott Construction, the upgraded seafront now has a water play area for children with a water pump and fountains, a climbing wall, and new courts for beach volleyball, basketball, and pétanque – complete with hammocks to relax in.

Cllr Martin Lury, leader of Arun District Council, Cllr Alan Butcher, mayor of Littlehampton, Cllr Christine Wiltshire, river ward, Cllr Freddie Tandy, chairman of Arun District Council, Cllr Billy Blanchard-Cooper, beach ward (Image: Arun District Council) Food and drink kiosks have been installed. Following a tender process, Bentleys Café, Jim’s Ice Cream, Soul Kitchen and Bar and Board Café were selected to operate the kiosks.

New toilets - including Changing Places facilities – have been installed as well as beach showers, improved pathways, and seating areas on The West Green. The temporary toilets are still in use while the final sign off procedure on the new facilities is completed, the council said.

Solar panels have been installed as part of the project and sustainable planting has been introduced throughout the site to support biodiversity and enhance the coastal landscape. Some areas will be seeded in the autumn after the warmer summer season.

(Image: Arun District Council) Leader of the council and chairman of the policy and finance committee Councillor Martin Lury, said: “We’re really pleased to have created a space that reflects what local people told us they wanted, while also making Littlehampton’s seafront more inviting for visitors. It’s a place for everyone - families, young people, and older residents - to enjoy throughout the year. I’m proud of what’s been achieved and look forward to seeing the community making the most of The West Green.”

Minister for local growth Alex Norris said: “This transformation of Littlehampton's seafront shows exactly what can be achieved when government investment is combined with local vision and community support. The West Green will be a brilliant asset for residents and a real draw for visitors, boosting the local economy whilst creating a space everyone can enjoy.”