Which is better West or East Wittering beach?

If you’re looking for a place to bathe, or build sandcastles, then West Wittering main beach is the place to go, but if you feel like walking out to explore a stunning natural environment then East Head is an ideal location. The beach here is very fragile and the sands are constantly shifting.

Can you walk along the beach from East to West Wittering?

Yes! You will pass by East Wittering which has a fish stall and ice cream shop right down by the beach as well as a fine array of cafes and shops further down it’s high street. If the tide is in it will be easier to walk on the path at the edge rather than the stones which pile up at the top of the beach.

Can you swim at East Wittering?

Amazing beach This beach is so good with constructive waves instead of destructive waves which is really nice for swimming and body boarding! Though a stony beach it’s lovely for swimming and i enjoy visiting my sister in law and her husband. It has a nice friendly vibe with good shops and eateries.

Is West Wittering beach privately owned?

The beach at West Wittering, which is privately owned and managed by the West Wittering Estate plc, has held the status since at least 2003. It is one of 15 beaches in the South East of the country which can fly a blue flag.

Are dogs allowed on East Wittering beach?

Dogs are allowed on beach all year round but they are prohibited from designated areas (between groynes A49 & S1) between 1st May and 30th Sept. Must be kept on lead on the sea wall.

Is West Wittering beach safe to swim?

It’s a very long beach and it has lifeguards covering certain hours and weeks (basically peak times). The safe swimming area is relatively large.

Can you take dogs on East Wittering beach?

What celebrities live in West Wittering?

Notable residents

• Sarah Ayton, Olympic gold medalist.
• Michael Ball, actor and singer.
• Nicholas Lyndhurst, actor.
• Bevil Mabey (1916-2010), businessman and inventor.
• Keith Richards of the Rolling Stones.
• Lord Nicholas Gordon Lennox, diplomat and son of the Duke of Richmond.

Are there toilets at West Wittering beach?

It’s an ideal beach for sunbathing, paddling and watersports such as surfing, windsurfing and kite-surfing when conditions are right. Although largely undeveloped there are facilities include toilets, showers, parking and a café.