• 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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  • 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.

  • A mother crouches down to return a golf ball to her child as she plays on the mini golf course on Bognor Regis seafront

    Golf

    For the grown ups, there's Bognor Regis Golf Club and for the kids (of all ages) there's the seaside mini version!

     

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, fresh air, family holidays, great beaches and Butlin’s holiday resort! All this, less than two hours by train from London Victoria!

Beaches

Logo for the Seaside Award quality Award for Bognor Regis 2016The main shingle and sand town centre beach has been awarded a 2017 Seaside Award again! Read more here.

With lots of facilities, including RNLI Lifeguards during the summer months you're just a short step from the main shopping centre, and the wide, flat easy access promenade is great for families, wheelchair users, cyclists and skaters.

The Beach on the Beach is an enclosed area full of washed beach sand, perfect for building sandcastles, easily accessible from the promenade, and right next door there is now the 'Play on the Beach' too!

Beaches in the neighbouring villages of Aldwick and Felpham are equally accessible but are usually quieter and great for relaxing and taking the sea air! 

Watersports enthusiasts love this part of the UK’s south coast for sailing, windsurfing and other on-the-water activities. When the tide goes out, the flat sands on the beach are perfect for activities like beach volleyball or tennis.

Bognor Regis Beach Webcam image with link to website

 

 

Take a look at the town's very own beach webcam available to view 24/7

 

 

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 The latter is where the founder of Bognor Regis built his house in 1792 and today visitors can enjoy a boating lake, miniature railway, walks, picnic spots, play area and more!

History

You can learn more local history at Bognor Regis Museum - a great way to find out about the town - and with free admission! For example, did you know that the County song "Sussex by the Sea" was written in South Bersted, Bognor Regis?  William Ward Higgs wrote the famous marching song while he was living in Bognor Regis between 1902 and 1908. for his favourite sister-in-law who had just become engaged to a Captain in the Royal Sussex Regiment.

Feeling Active?

Golfers can tee off at Bognor Regis Golf Club. There’s also seaside mini golf opposite the pier and 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.

Shopping and Parking

Bognor Regis Town Centre Management logo with link to the Manager's Facebook page

Bognor Regis has a great, easily accessible, shopping precinct benefitting from a great new look as part of Arun District Council's regeneration plans. Most national big brand names are here and there's some great independents too.

Parking meter image with a link toArun District Council's Parking information

 

          

     

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

    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.

    www.arenasportscentre.co.uk

     

    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

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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