Visit West Wittering Beach

Near the mouth of Chichester Harbour, the twin villages of East and West Wittering are home to stretches of unspoilt coastline. The golden sandy beach of West Wittering is a summertime hot spot, hugely popular with day trippers and holidaymakers keen to enjoy the wide sands and shallow waters (pre-booking car parking is encouraged especially during summer months and sunny weekends in Spring and Autumn - please see updated information for August 2024 below outlining pre-booking).

The West Wittering beach cam can be viewed here.

Discover an unspoilt beach that's a great day out all year round

West Wittering Beach is famous for long stretches of soft sand. The water is shallow, which makes it perfect for families, but water sports fans won't be disappointed - West Wittering is a haven for surfers of all kinds, and a great location for paddleboarding, kayaking and more.

Parking at West Wittering beach

*August 2024* From 1st August 2024, visitors are encouraged to book parking spaces at West Wittering beach at least one day ahead of their visit to help mitigate traffic in this small community and avoid wasted journeys to the beach. You will not be able to pre-booking parking on the day of your visit until further notice. 
For more information and to book your parking space, please visit: www.westwitteringestate.co.uk

Booking your parking in advance to visit the beach is recommended. Not only does it guarantee your visit but booking ahead offers discounted parking rates. Book your parking here.

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