Littlehampton West Sussex Map

About Littlehampton

Littlehampton, a coastal town on England's south coast, breathes the salty tang of the English Channel, its sandy shores a gentle curve against the vast expanse of the sea. It lies 5.1 km south of Arundel (from Arundel: bearing 169°T, OS grid TQ 029 020), and is situated south of Wick village. Historically, its fortunes have been tied to the ebb and flow of the tides, a place where fishing fleets once set sail and where the Arun River meets the sea, shaping its early development. The economy, once reliant on maritime trades and agriculture from the surrounding fertile plains, has since evolved, now embracing tourism and the vibrant life of a seaside resort, its promenades echoing with the laughter of summer visitors. The iconic East Beach Café, a modern architectural marvel, stands as a striking landmark against the backdrop of the traditional seaside amusements that dot the town’s foreshore, a testament to Littlehampton's enduring appeal. The quality of light here, particularly in the late afternoon, casts a golden hue upon the sand dunes, a painterly effect that has drawn artists for generations. Among the notable figures associated with this coastal haven is the celebrated children's author, Enid Blyton, whose imaginative tales often captured the spirit of seaside adventures, a spirit that still permeates the air in Littlehampton today.

About This Littlehampton Map Page

Explore Littlehampton, 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: 50.809249, -0.540614. 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.