Lancing West Sussex Map

About Lancing

Lancing, a coastal settlement in West Sussex, draws its character from the proximity of the South Downs and the English Channel. It lies 3.6 km west-south-west of Shoreham-by-Sea (from Shoreham-by-Sea: bearing 259°T, OS grid TQ 182 043), and is situated south-east of Sompting village. The land here slopes gently towards the sea, an expanse of sky often meeting the chalky downs in a soft, diffused light that lends a certain ethereal quality to the air. The presence of Lancing College, a striking Gothic Revival edifice, dominates the western edge of the parish, its impressive architecture a landmark against the wider landscape. Historically, Lancing's fortunes have been tied to agriculture and, more recently, to the developing industries along the Adur estuary, though a quietude persists in its residential heart. The scent of salt on the breeze is a constant reminder of the nearby coast, a subtle yet persistent influence on the rhythm of daily life in Lancing.

About This Lancing Map Page

Explore Lancing, West Sussex, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 50.826879, -0.322776. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.