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Visit Littlehampton Littlehampton’s laid back, family friendly atmosphere has made it the perfect destination for holidaymakers for over a century.

Whether you’re looking for a fun packed day out or a relaxing base to explore the beautiful South Coast and the South Downs National Park, Littlehampton has something for everyone. Discover award winning beaches and unique architecture, explore the West Beach Nature Reserve, uncover the town’s surprising history at the local museum, enjoy a stroll through our attractive parks or relax on our large seafront green that has made Littlehampton the perfect seaside destination for generations of visitors. Visit our website for details on our many exciting attractions and our packed, year round programme of activities and cultural events.

Remembrance Sunday Parade and Service – Sunday 8 NovemberLittlehampton will come together to remember those who have ser...
24/10/2026

Remembrance Sunday Parade and Service – Sunday 8 November

Littlehampton will come together to remember those who have served and died in conflict.

The parade will muster by the Town Clock in the High Street at 10:30 and march off at 10:45.

A short service, including the laying of wreaths and two minutes’ silence, will be held at the war memorial at 11:00. The parade will then move to St Mary’s Church for a further service.

Everyone is welcome. Roads will be closed from 10:30 to 11:45.

Find out more on our website.

23/10/2026

🔥BONFIRE EVENT CHANGE 🔥

Littlehampton Bonfire Celebrations 2026 will NOT take place on Saturday 24th October 2026. Would all marshals volunteered for Saturday please stand down, unless you have already agreed to help Sunday instead.

HOWEVER we have come up with an alternative plan!

SUNDAY 25TH OCTOBER 2026

Sunday 25th October 2026 we see a scaled back event which will feature the lighting of our bonfire, grand fireworks display and family funfair.

The timetable for Sunday is as followed:
16:00hrs - Family FunFair opens on seafront
19:30hrs - Lighting of our Bonfire
20:00hrs - Fireworks Display

There will be NO procession!

Thank you to everyone for your support and we will see you on Sunday evening!

The Friday Market keeps on going and we love to see it! 🎉 Thank you to everyone who has come along and supported our won...
22/10/2026

The Friday Market keeps on going and we love to see it! 🎉 Thank you to everyone who has come along and supported our wonderful traders.

If you have not visited yet, tomorrow is the perfect time to start. Come and see what it is all about.

📍 Littlehampton High Street

🕘 09:00 - 16:00

📆 Every Friday

Stalls and produce may vary week to week.

🔥 Littlehampton Bonfire Night returns this Saturday 24 October, for its 74th year. It’s one of the largest free communit...
20/10/2026

🔥 Littlehampton Bonfire Night returns this Saturday 24 October, for its 74th year. It’s one of the largest free community-run bonfire events on the West Sussex coast, with the bonfire and fireworks on the seafront. 🌊

Fifty entries are taking part in the procession, including marching bands, carnival entries and visiting bonfire societies from across Sussex. 🥁

🗓️ What’s happening
10:00 Collections, organ music and programme sellers on the High Street
14:00 William Cole’s Family Funfair opens on the seafront promenade 🎡
18:00 War Memorial Service
19:30 Grand Torchlight Procession leaves St Catherine’s Road
21:00 Lighting of the bonfire on the seafront
21:15 Fireworks display on the promenade by Banjo Road 🎆
21:40 Return procession

Timings may change on the day, so check Littlehampton Bonfire Society’s page for updates.

🚗 Planning your visit
Roads around the town centre close from 19:00 until 22:45, and some close earlier. Allow extra time and do not park on the procession route, as vehicles may be towed.

The society asks everyone to leave fireworks, sparklers and alcohol at home. The event is in an alcohol restricted area. Please do not pick up discarded torches, as they stay hot.

You can find road closures, the event map and more at Littlehampton Bonfire Society's website.

Photo Credit: Littlehampton Bonfire Society

✨ Littlehampton Book Festival's final dayOn Tuesday 27 October, there's something from morning to night11:00 to 12:30: c...
20/10/2026

✨ Littlehampton Book Festival's final day

On Tuesday 27 October, there's something from morning to night

11:00 to 12:30: children's picnic with children's authors at Creative Heart (£5)

14:00: free character creation workshop with children's author and illustrator Robin Baines at Littlehampton Library

18:30: closing party at Arcade Bookshop celebrating the launch of 'A Court of Splintered Harmony', book six in the ACOTAR series, with food, drink, a quiz and a raffle (from £10)

Booking is essential for most events. For more details visit Arcade Bookshop website.

🐷 A family day out in LittlehamptonOn Monday 26 October, Littlehampton Book Festival has plenty for younger readers:11:0...
16/10/2026

🐷 A family day out in Littlehampton

On Monday 26 October, Littlehampton Book Festival has plenty for younger readers:

11:00: meet Peppa Pig at Arcade Bookshop

14:00 to 16:00: meet local authors at Arcade Bookshop
Character scavenger hunt around the town centre

To find out more, check our Visit Littlehampton website.

Planning a weekend roast? 🥩 The Friday Market is a great place to pick up fresh meat and quality produce at brilliant ma...
15/10/2026

Planning a weekend roast? 🥩 The Friday Market is a great place to pick up fresh meat and quality produce at brilliant market prices.

Come and grab what you need tomorrow on Littlehampton High Street.

📍 Littlehampton High Street

🕘 09:00 - 16:00

📆 Every Friday

Stalls and produce may vary week to week.

✍️ A Sunday of stories in LittlehamptonOn Sunday 25 October, Arcade Bookshop hosts:10:00 to 13:00: meet local authors14:...
13/10/2026

✍️ A Sunday of stories in Littlehampton

On Sunday 25 October, Arcade Bookshop hosts:

10:00 to 13:00: meet local authors

14:00: 'Why Comics Matter' with Frankie Rogers (£5)

It's a chance to discover writers from the area and spend the day by the coast.

Plan your visit to Littlehampton, check our Visit Littlehampton website to find out what is on in town.

If you love great food, the Friday Market is well worth a visit tomorrow. 🧀🍯🍰 You might find artisan cheese, homemade ba...
08/10/2026

If you love great food, the Friday Market is well worth a visit tomorrow. 🧀🍯🍰 You might find artisan cheese, homemade bakes, award-winning produce, and so much more right here on Littlehampton High Street.

Come and treat yourself to something special.

📍 Littlehampton High Street

🕘 09:00 - 16:00

📆 Every Friday

Stalls and produce may vary week to week.

🎤 Make a day of it at Littlehampton Book FestivalOn Saturday 24 October there are events from morning to evening:11:00: ...
08/10/2026

🎤 Make a day of it at Littlehampton Book Festival

On Saturday 24 October there are events from morning to evening:

11:00: author panel with Will Carver, Eve Smith, Matt Cain and Francesca Capaldi, Town Hall Millennium Chamber (from £15)

14:00: author panel with Helen Fields, Kia Abdullah and Ruth Ware, Town Hall Millennium Chamber (from £15)

17:00: 'Burgers, Books and Bingo' at Arcade Bookshop (£10)

Booking is essential. Between sessions, you can explore the independent shops on the High Street and find somewhere for lunch, just check Visit Littlehampton website.

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