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Sussex ’ s Best Beaches cont .
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East Beach , Bognor Sat Nav Postcode : PO21 1JN
East Beach in Bognor Regis is a hugely popular place , and rightly so . Since it ’ s so close to the town centre – it ’ s actually the closest beach to Bognor proper – people often just pop down on a whim , grabbing a picnic on the way . Although , if a picnic ’ s not your thing , there are a number of different cafes and restaurants that can be tried and are all within walking distance to the beach as well .
During the summer months , East Beach is particularly well catered for . You can hire deckchairs and windbreaks to ensure you have the most comfortable time you can , plus there are showers and drinking-water fountains on hand to keep everyone clean and hydrated .
East Beach has plenty of facilities including nearby car parks , refreshments , toilets , and even lifeguards on duty every day until September .
Pevensey Bay , Bexhill Sat Nav Postcode : BN24 6HX
Pevensey Bay is a small shingle beach near Bexhill-on-Sea in East Sussex . The beach itself offers a wide range of excellent activities such as kayaking and canoeing , jet skiing , sailing , and windsurfing , and the area is particularly good for both deep sea and beach fishing . Although its amenities ( a café and toilets ) may not be as plentiful as other beaches in Sussex , that doesn ’ t mean you shouldn ’ t try it – it really is a stunning place to visit and spend the day . And really , what more do you need ?
Pevensey Bay has a long and interesting history of being a popular spot for families to spend some time together ; it rose up out of the water – literally , since it was created thanks to the constant erosion of Beachy Head in Eastbourne - which allowed the pebbles to build up . Because of this , the area around is marshy and often floods , which isn ’ t a totally bad thing actually , as it makes it a haven for birds and wildlife , many of which can be seen by those with a keen eye .
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Climping Beach , Littlehampton Sat Nav Postcode : BN17 5NL
Climping Beach – also known as Atherington Beach – is a lovely place to spend the day . As it is more off the beaten track than some of the other beaches in the area , it tends to be much quieter , but don ’ t let that fool you ; a quiet beach is certainly not a boring one . With pebbles and wooden groynes making up the majority of the beach at high tide , and hard-packed , dark sand appearing at low tide , it ’ s possible to enjoy a variety of different activities here within the space of just a few hours . It is a particularly good spot for those who love kitesurfing and windsurfing .
The area around Climping Beach is a site of Special Scientific Interest , and some of it makes up a wonderful nature reserve . Because of this , some of the impressive dunes are fenced off to protect them . Being as exposed as it is , coastal erosion is a big problem here , and the beach is slowly but surely disappearing .
At high tide , Climping Beach is a beautiful spot to go for a coastal walk – head east to go to Littlehampton , or west to Felpham . Facilities at Climping include car parking , a café with outdoor seating , a pub close by , toilets , and a shower . Dogs are allowed on the beach as long as they are on a lead .
Camber Sands , Camber Sat Nav Postcode : TN31 7RT
It is the fantastic dunes of the beach at Camber that give it its name – Camber Sands – and they have been attracting visitors who are keen for a day out for generations . With a café , various nearby restaurants , shops , toilets , and even a campsite and specific ‘ lost child centre ’, the people of Camber really do seem to have thought of everything and everyone .
Looking for something to do other than sit on the sand and build castles ? Why not go for a swim , try windsurfing , or ride a donkey ? There is a watersports area that is specially cordoned off , so those looking for more adrenalin-fuelled activities can keep clear of those who would rather spend the day relaxing and vice versa .
There is no lifeguard on duty at Camber Sands , but the beach is cleaned daily by the District Council , and there are dog waste bins and litter bins around to help keep it clean , which all seems to work together to create a pleasant place to spend some time . Speaking of dogs , they are allowed on the beach between May and September as long as they are on a lead and stay within the zones set out for them .
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