Lancing is a coastal town in West Sussex within the Adur district, situated between Shoreham-by-Sea and Worthing. The settlement has ancient origins and developed from a rural village into a seaside and commuter community during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Lancing's position between the English Channel and the South Downs provides a varied landscape of beach, coastal plain and nearby chalk hills.
Lancing: Historical sights and information
Facts about Lancing
- Latitude:
- 50.827568
- Longitude:
- -0.322776
- GPS Coordinates:
- 50°50' N, 00°19' W
The historical and tourist importance of the town
Lancing Beach and the seafront provide long coastal walks and views across the English Channel, while Widewater Lagoon is an important local nature reserve supporting wetland wildlife. Lancing College, situated on higher ground north of the town, is a striking historic school complex with distinctive Gothic architecture. The nearby South Downs offer extensive walking and cycling routes, and Shoreham-by-Sea provides a historic harbour and riverside environment. Worthing's seafront and cultural attractions are also close by.
Food and when to visit
Lancing has local cafés, restaurants, pubs, bakeries and shops, with a wider choice available in Worthing and Shoreham-by-Sea. Seafood, traditional British food and modern international cuisines feature in the local area. Late spring through early autumn is particularly pleasant for the beach, lagoon and coastal walks, while the South Downs are attractive throughout much of the year. Lancing is well suited to visitors wanting a quieter coastal base close to both the sea and the South Downs.
Locations & Tours
Discover famous landmarks, historical sites and tourist attractions in Lancing.