• 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, August 2019

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

 

Marine Park Gardens

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Green Flag award winning park on the seafront in Aldwick, west of Bognor Regis. T: +44 (0)1903 737951 - Arun District Council

Type

Attraction - Park / Garden

Contact Details

Group Travel

  • Group travel available

    • Description

    Marine Park Gardens dates back to the 1930s and is located opposite the seafront in the village of Aldwick to the west of Bognor Regis. Features include stunning herbaceous plants and outstanding bedding displays for all seasons.  In addition, the park is home to many original architectural features, including an ornamental fountain.

    Marine Park Gardens won a Silver Gilt award in the Best Park category of South East in Bloom in 2008 and 2009, and won its first Green Flag in 2011. Read more about the awards and Parks Team here

    Neighbouring West Park is a more informal large space, popular with dog walkers and families and includes a cafe, public toilets and play park. The two parks together, plus the quiet seafront, Flex on the Beach Fitness Trail, plus local Aldwick shops, pubs and cafe's make for a  lovely traditional day out in the fresh air!
     
     
    Open 365 days a year.
     

    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

Marine Drive West, Aldwick, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO21 2QN

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Road Directions

Situated between the seafront and King's Parade. On street parking (pay and display) is available by the adjacent Marine Drive West and in the neighbouring West Park car park.

Public Transport Directions

From Bognor Regis mainline rail station, walk through the town centre and west along the seafront (approximately 20 minutes)

Regular Stagecoach bus services leave from Bognor Regis High Street to and from Aldwick.

Accessibility

  • Accessible facilities - contact provider for details

Animals

  • No dogs allowed (except guide dogs)

Children

  • Family friendly

Groups

  • Groups welcome

Opening

  • Autumn
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Winter

Parking

  • Parking nearby

Public transport

  • Train station within walking distance

Toilets

  • Public toilets nearby