• Crowds wait for the green miniature railway train as it pulls into its stop at Bognor Regis' Hotham Park

    Hotham Park

    Ride the miniature railway at Bognor Regis' historic Hotham Park, go boating, enjoy a picnic or wander through the gardens.

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  • Bognor Regis Panorama from the sea

    Bognor Regis Pan orama from the sea

  • A bright pink wall holds a sign bearing the words 'Ocean Spa' in the Butlins spa's main reception area

    Spa days

    Relax in the spa while the kids have a great time at Butlins Bognor Regis.

  • Sea spray is visible behind two people in a small boat on the aquamarine coloured water of Bognor Regis sea

    Watersports

    Bognor Regis is a popular spot for sailing, windsurfing and other on-the-water activities.

Bognor Regis Beach Kitesurfing video

Stunning aerial view of Bognor Regis beach, credit Bognor Regis Town Council and Sam Moore.

Click the image above and enjoy this amazing video of Bognor Regis beach taken on a bright and breezy day in the summer of 2019 and featuring the Champion Kitesurfer Lewis Crathern.

Video created in partnership with Bognor Regis Town Council and Sam Moore from VisualAir

 

Things to do in Bognor Regis

There’s a great range of things to do in Bognor Regis to keep everyone entertained.

That’s why the West Sussex seaside town is such a firm favourite among the thousands of families who enjoy great days out and traditional family holidays, year after year.

Think of Bognor Regis and you think of, sunshine, Royalty, fresh air, family holidays, award winning beaches and Butlin’s holiday resort!  

But there's more - all, less than two hours by train from London Victoria!

 

Visit the Seaside Award winning beach in Bognor Regis

BEACHES

Find inspiration and all you need to know about the sand and shingle beaches in Bognor Regis and neighbouring villages, and how to make the most of your visit, whether it's to relax and unwind or feel the freedom of space and time to get active, on and off the water.

 

 

ENJOY THE PARKS AND GREENSPACES          

Bognor Regis also has several parks, two of which hold national Green Flags  Find out why by visiting Marine Park Gardens and Hotham Park 

Hotham Park is where the founder of Bognor Regis built his house in 1792 and today visitors can enjoy Hotham Park Cafe, boating lake, miniature railway, WildForest Falls Adventure Golf, plus walks, cycle paths, picnic spots, play area and more!

 

DISCOVER THE TOWN'S HERITAGE TRAILS & HISTORY

Bognor Regis Heritage Trails with link to the website

Enjoy the fresh air at your leisure by walking one of the Heritage Trails around the town and see why so many people have lived, loved, worked and visited the town for hundreds of years. Take a look at the Bognor Regis Heritage Trails website at: bognorregistrails.co.uk/ for more of the town's history and pay a visit to the town's  Museum -  with free admission; open Easter - November.
 

GET ACTIVE

Enjoy the fresh sea air with a game or two of golf. As well as the WildForest Falls Adventure Golf in Hotham Park, golfers can tee off at Bognor Regis Golf Club and enjoy seaside mini golf opposite the pier plus putting and tennis at Blake’s Road Sports Site.

If you prefer indoor leisure activities, there are great sporting facilities at the Arun Leisure Centre, Felpham to the east of the town and the Arena Sports Centre to the north.

 

ENTERTAINMENT

Regis Centre logo

 

The Regis Centre Box Office and cafe are open currently from Monday - Saturday 10am - 2pm

 

Sadly the Alexandra Theatre in the Regis Centre is currently closed due to current UK Government restrictions on theatre use. 

Once restrictions are eased it is hoped that there will be a return to a range of entertainment in the form of live shows and performances  for all the family at the The Regis Centre & Alexandra Theatre, provided by household names of the entertainment world, touring tribute acts and talented local artistes - in a varied programme of events all year round. 

 

 

Tourist Information logo

 

The foyer of the Regis Centre is where you will find the town's Visitor Information Point too, currently operating via a digital screen, but with local information help from the Regis Centre team of volunteers

 

 

 

The Picturedrome Cinema in Bognor Regis

The Picturedrome Cinema is the historic venue (100 years old in 2019) where you'll be able to enjoy the latest 'blockbuster' movies and live streaming performances from the world of theatre, ballet and opera, with 21st century facilities!

     

Butlin's logo Although Day Visit to Butlin's are currently not possible for the remainder of 2020, the resort are taking bookings for breaks  Find out more 

 

 

 

Check out the What's On calendar for events all year round in Bognor Regis and the surrounding area

 

Arena Sports Centre

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The Arena Sports Centre is a £5 million sports centre that caters for the community of Bognor Regis and the surrounding area. T: +44 (0)1243 870000

Type

Attraction - Sport & Leisure

Contact Details

Group Travel

  • Group travel available

    • Description

    KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!. Please contact the organisation direct or check their website for current opening information.

    The Arena Sports Centre is a £5 million sports centre that caters for the community of Bognor Regis and the surrounding area.

    Offering sporting activities and a great variety of other activities including guitar, art, conference facilities, massage and holistic remedies and many more.

     

    While Sussex by the Sea make every effort to ensure all information on this site is correct at the time of publishing we encourage all visitors to check the attraction's website or contact them direct before travelling, especially for information relating to prices / tickets, specialist information and opening times.

Address

Westloats Lane, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO21 5JD

Map

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Road Directions

Located approximately 1.5 miles north of Bognor Regis town centre. From the rail station turn north into Linden Road. Take the second exit at the small roundabout. Carry straight on at the traffic lights, past the recreation ground on the right, then take the first exit at the mini roundabout into Westloats Lane. Entry to the Arena Sports Centre is via the main gate of The Regis School.

Public Transport Directions

Use the mainline rail station at Bognor Regis then follow the road directions below.

Accessibility

  • Accessible facilities - contact provider for details

Children

  • Children's facilities - contact provider for details
  • Family friendly

Groups

  • Groups welcome
  • School groups welcome

Leisure facilities

  • Gym
  • Health / fitness / beauty facilities
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Opening

  • Autumn
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Winter

Parking

  • Coach parking
  • Disabled parking
  • On site parking
  • Parking nearby

Public transport

  • Bus stop within walking distance
  • Train station within walking distance

Setting

  • All-weather

Toilets

  • Public toilets on site

Venue hire

  • Conference / meeting facilities
  • Venue hire available