Worthing
Discover Worthing
Worthing is the largest town in West Sussex. The town lies nestled between the English Channel and the South Downs National Park. It is a seaside town with a pier, a prom and pleasant seaside parks. Since the 19th century, it has been nicknamed 'Sunny Worthing' thanks to its reputedly sunny and mild microclimate. For much of the 20th century the town seems to have taken its eye off the ball with regards tourism, preferring to see itself as a town by the sea rather than a seaside town. In the 21st century, the town has been getting its act together; palm trees have been planted along the beach promenade, the Dome Cinema has been restored and the area around Splash Point revitalised. The town has a growing reputation for the arts and now hosts the Worthing Birdman event which attracts tens of thousands of people. Further regeneration work is planned, including a £150-million redevelopment of the Teville Gate area near the station.
What to Experience in Worthing
Taste of Worthing...
Many different international cuisines are offered in Worthing, and most offer excellent food at a reasonable price. There main area for eating out in Worthing is in and around the pedestrianised Warwick Street. There are also an increasing number of restaurants around the West End of the town centre, about 1km west of South Street, around the west end of Montague Street and Rowlands Road. For Italian food, go to 'Pomodoro e Mozzarella' on Warwick Street. This restaurant is far superior to the nearby franchises of Ask and Pizza Express, and offers authentic Italian cuisine in a friendly but very intimate atmosphere. Be sure to make a reservation if you want an evening meal there on a Friday or a weekend night. For Chinese food, try either China Palace or Fortune Inn on Chapel Road; the first is somewhat more expensive than the second, but both offer good food. China Palace has both a traditional à la carte menu and also a 'buffet' menu - for a fixed price, you can eat as much as you like, but it is cooked to order rather than being displayed in open gastronorms in the self-service style. Good Indian food can be found slightly away from the town centre on Goring Road at Shafiques. Ask for the window seat here and watch the local world go by. For a bite to eat during the day, head to Bath Place, just off the east end of Montague Street, where you will find two very interesting cafés: Thai Lunch Box and Parklife.
Festivals & Events
Experience the vibrant festivals and cultural celebrations of Worthing.
You will find the main high street shops around South Street and Montague Street. Most of the town's banks are listed where these streets meet, and the much loved general store Wilko's is here as well. Montague Street is pedestrianised and is home to a market every Wednesday. South Street Square hosts a Farmers' Market on the fourth Saturday of every month. There are two arcades, one Victorian, and one modern, off the western end of Montague Street, where small independent retailers can be found. Warwick Street, and the West End of Montague Street also feature independent shops. Information on the shops and facilities in the pedestrian town centre can be found here While in Worthing, look out for a type of sweet named Worthings after the town, which are available from various places including the shop at the town's Museum and Art Gallery. Many different international cuisines are offered in Worthing, and most offer excellent food at a reasonable price.
Essential Information
Getting There
Multiple OptionsWorthing is around 100 km (60 miles) south of London and 18 km (11 miles) or so along the coast from Brighton. Trains to Worthing run from Victoria and London Bridge stations in London, taking about 75 minutes, while Gatwick Airport is about 45 minutes away. There are also trains which run along the coast to Brighton (around 20 minutes). To the west lie Chichester (around 30 minutes) and Portsmouth (an hour). Southern Railway tickets to London and some other destinations can be purchased from as little as £3 (£2 with rail cards) one way, if purchased online from their website. The tickets can then be collected form the automated machines at your departure station. The main railway station is located just northwest of the town centre. The A27 also runs through the north of the town so, it is very easy to get to from Brighton and Chichester (depending on the direction). The A24 links Worthing to the M25 and London and is dual carriageway for much of its length....
Getting Around & Staying
Getting Around
To the east of Worthing the South Coast Cycle Route runs along the coastline, so you can cycle along the promenade down to Lancing and Shoreham. A cycle route also goes from the train station to the seafront. The main pedestrian shopping centre on Montague and South Streets is only one block from the seafront. Stagecoach operates bus services throughout the town and local area. The Pulse is a service running every 10 minutes in the daytime between Durrington and Lancing via Worthing town centre. The 700 Coastliner runs between Brighton and Littlehampton, every 15 to 20 minutes, with a stop in Worthing just outside the Dome Cinema. Southern Railway runs trains across Worthing's main station (known simply as 50.818611-0.3758331 Worthing Station) and four suburban stations (from east to west these are 50.821667-0.3552 East Worthing, 50.818333-0.3927783 West Worthing, 50.8175-0.4111114 Durrington-on-Sea and 50.8122-0.424365 Goring-by-Sea).
Where to Stay
There are good Bed and Breakfast establishments in East Worthing along and just off the Brighton Road. Sea front rooms here offer excellent views of the picturesque fishing beach and the English Channel beyond. Although Worthing is generally a very safe place to be, like many large towns, the town centre can get fairly rowdy on Friday and Saturday nights. As of Feb 2023, Worthing and its approach roads have 4G from EE, Three and Vodafone, and 5G from O2.
Money & Budget
You will find the main high street shops around South Street and Montague Street. Most of the town's banks are listed where these streets meet, and the much loved general store Wilko's is here as well. Montague Street is pedestrianised and is home to a market every Wednesday. South Street Square hosts a Farmers' Market on the fourth Saturday of every month. There are two arcades, one Victorian, and one modern, off the western end of Montague Street, where small independent retailers can be found. Warwick Street, and the West End of Montague Street also feature independent shops.
Safety Information
Safety Overview
Although Worthing is generally a very safe place to be, like many large towns, the town centre can get fairly rowdy on Friday and Saturday nights. As of Feb 2023, Worthing and its approach roads have 4G from EE, Three and Vodafone, and 5G from O2.
Nearby Destinations
Glimpses of Worthing
Pier Sea
Worthing Sussex pier
Fishing boat Worthing Sussex
Worthing Pier entrance with big white wheel
white concrete building near sea under blue sky during daytime
Worthing beach fishing boat
a view of a body of water from a beach
View from on Worthing Pier
Fishing boat, Worthing Sussex
Worthing Sussex UK
Pier Sea
Worthing Sussex pier
Fishing boat Worthing Sussex