Sussex Walks
On the Sussex coast, the walks around Pagham Harbour offer a rewarding mix of sea views, wide skies, and ever-changing tidal landscapes.
These walks explore a remarkable coastal inlet where mudflats, saltmarsh, and shingle are constantly reshaped by the tide, creating a rich and dynamic setting for wildlife and walkers alike.
The shorter route follows the open shoreline of the harbour, with the option of a nearby pub stop at the end.
The longer walk traces Pagham Wall along the eastern edge, opening up wide views across water and marsh before passing the Crab & Lobster restaurant along the way.
Together, the walks reveal both the quiet beauty and the living, shifting nature of this important coastal reserve.
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Walk information
Our first recommended route is a short walk exploring the open shoreline of Pagham Harbour.
This tidal inlet on the West Sussex coast, managed by the RSPB, is shaped by mudflats, saltmarsh and shingle, with the sea constantly redefining the landscape.
A brief extension at the end offers the option of a pit-stop at a nearby pub.
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Plenty of benches harbour side but none on return route
Walk information
The longer walk takes in a broader sweep of the harbour and its edges.
Following Pagham Wall, the raised sea defence along the eastern side, the route opens up wide views across marsh and open water.
Once a medieval port, the harbour is now internationally important for wildlife, and the changing tides shape the scene throughout the year.
The walk passes the Crab & Lobster restaurant, a natural stopping point halfway around your walking adventure.
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