Littlehampton seafront's multi-million-pound makeover has been completed.
Led by Arun District Council and boosted by over £7M of UK Government funding, the area has been transformed into a lively hub of modern facilities, family attractions, and sustainable design.
Visitors can now enjoy a children’s water play zone a climbing wall, and sports facilities.
Food and drink kiosks have been installed, which will offer refreshments in a lively and welcoming setting. Following a competitive tender process, four local businesses were selected to operate the kiosks – Bentleys Café, Jim’s Ice Cream, Soul Kitchen & Bar and Board Café.
New toilets - including Changing Places facilities - ensure accessibility for all. Beach showers, improved pathways, and relaxing seating areas add to the comfort and convenience of The West Green. The temporary toilets are still in use while the final sign off procedure on the new facilities is completed.
Solar panels have been installed as part of the project, and sustainable planting has been introduced throughout the site to support biodiversity and enhance the coastal landscape. Some areas will be seeded in the autumn after the warmer summer season.
Leader of the Council and Chair of the Policy and Finance Committee, Councillor Martin Lury, said: “We’re really pleased to have created a space that reflects what local people told us they wanted, while also making Littlehampton’s seafront more inviting for visitors. It’s a place for everyone - families, young people, and older residents - to enjoy throughout the year. I’m proud of what’s been achieved and look forward to seeing the community making the most of The West Green.
“This transformation of Littlehampton's seafront shows exactly what can be achieved when government investment is combined with local vision and community support. The West Green will be a brilliant asset for residents and a real draw for visitors, boosting the local economy whilst creating a space everyone can enjoy."
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