Why West Wittering Beach is one of the best in the UK
The Blue Flag and Seaside Awards mark the beach as one of the UK's top coastal destinations, celebrated for its high environmental standards, quality bathing water, safety measures, and visitor facilities.
The Blue Flag award, an international marker of beach excellence, shows that the beach not only meets but surpasses strict standards for environmental management, water quality, safety, and environmental education.
The Seaside Award celebrates the beach's ability to offer a well-managed and enjoyable visitor experience.
A key factor in the beach securing these awards is its commitment to maintaining excellent bathing water quality.
Regular testing during the bathing season consistently sees the water rated as being "excellent".
Visitors can check real-time and historical water quality data on the Environment Agency's website.
This is especially useful after heavy rainfall or stormy weather, which can temporarily affect water quality due to natural runoff.
Visitors must book their parking space online in advance of visiting the beach.
Bookings close at 11pm the night before the intended visit, and during busy periods, availability may be limited.
Visitors without a pre-booked space might be denied entry to the car park, with no alternative parking options nearby.
Advance booking also offers a financial advantage, with pre-booked parking often up to 25 per cent cheaper than on-the-day charges.
A team of professional lifeguards is on duty daily throughout the summer season.
Beachgoers are advised to swim between the clearly marked red and yellow flags and follow any safety guidance from the lifeguard team.
Visitors are urged to dispose of litter responsibly, avoid using disposable barbecues, and respect the protected dune areas and local wildlife.
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