Things to Do around Littlehampton
Littlehampton is a coastal town in West Sussex, offering a varied landscape for outdoor activities. Its position on the English Channel, combined with the River Arun and proximity to the South Downs National Park, provides diverse terrain. This area features expansive beaches, tranquil riverside paths, and rolling chalk hills, making it suitable for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and more.
Things to Do in Littlehampton
Littlehampton provides more than 100 routes for outdoor enthusiasts across several…
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26
hikers
14.9km
03:45
20m
20m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
5.0
(14)
75
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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(5)
37
hikers
27.1km
06:49
30m
30m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
3.0
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94
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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124
riders
32.3km
01:19
50m
50m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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44
riders
74.8km
03:13
580m
580m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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42
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
43
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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76
runners
15.6km
01:48
10m
10m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
34
runners
11.0km
01:08
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
64
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
5.0
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21
runners
14.4km
01:31
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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48
riders
35.4km
02:14
390m
390m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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40
riders
26.3km
01:53
30m
30m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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70
riders
34.8km
02:01
50m
50m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
24
riders
49.5km
02:50
80m
80m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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35
riders
44.9km
03:19
410m
410m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11
riders
27.2km
01:49
190m
190m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8
riders
25.5km
01:45
160m
160m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
6
riders
43.1km
03:02
370m
370m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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7
riders
32.4km
02:27
450m
450m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
3
riders
52.3km
04:18
870m
870m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
3
riders
16.8km
01:19
240m
240m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
5
riders
25.8km
01:48
330m
330m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Frequently asked questions
What outdoor activities are available in Littlehampton?
Littlehampton offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, and Jogging. There are 187 routes available, with an average rating of 4.54 stars from more than 500 ratings.
Are there hiking trails in Littlehampton?
Littlehampton features 49 hiking routes, including coastal paths, riverside trails along the River Arun, and routes leading towards the South Downs National Park. Specific guides like Hiking around Littlehampton provide detailed information.
What cycling routes are available in Littlehampton?
Cycling options in Littlehampton include Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The area offers 26 Road cycling routes and 47 Touring cycling routes, with flat coastal paths and more challenging terrain towards the South Downs National Park. The South Coast Cycle Route (National Cycle Route 2) also passes through the area.
Are there easy or family-friendly walks in Littlehampton?
Littlehampton offers several easy and family-friendly walks, including strolls along the promenade, East Beach, and within Mewsbrook Park. The guide Easy hikes around Littlehampton provides suitable routes.
What natural features can be seen on trails in Littlehampton?
Trails in Littlehampton feature diverse natural landscapes including expansive beaches like East and West Beach, the River Arun, and proximity to the South Downs National Park. West Beach is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) with sand dunes.
Are there specific guides for outdoor activities in Littlehampton?
Komoot offers several guides for Littlehampton, such as Hiking around Littlehampton, Road Cycling Routes around Littlehampton, and Running Trails around Littlehampton. Other guides cover Easy hikes, Cycling, MTB, and Gravel biking.
How popular is Littlehampton for outdoor activities on komoot?
Littlehampton is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 9,000 visitors having explored its routes. The 187 available routes have an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars from over 500 ratings.
What is the longest trail in Littlehampton?
The longest trail in Littlehampton is the 'Littlehampton to Arundel and Amberley Circular' hiking route, which is 17.4 miles (28 km) long. This route features an elevation gain of 1,001 feet (305 meters).
What is the shortest trail in Littlehampton?
The shortest trail in Littlehampton is the 'Littlehampton Promenade and Beach Walk', a 1.2 mile (1.9 km) jogging route. This route is mostly flat with an elevation gain of 16 feet (5 meters).
Are there trails suitable for jogging in Littlehampton?
Littlehampton offers 49 jogging routes, including paths along the extensive promenade and beach areas. The guide Running Trails around Littlehampton provides specific routes for joggers.
Where can I find information about Littlehampton Town Council?
The official website for Littlehampton Town Council is www.littlehampton-tc.gov.uk. For general enquiries, the phone number is 01903 732063.
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