A dark blue with light blue bottom boat called Dream Catcher on the shingle at east beach with a lobster pot to its left. The clouds are creating cotton wool white shapes within the blue sky as the sun captures the sea water
Dream Catcher on East Beach, courtesy of CoastalJJ
A couple walk along the sand at Bill Point beach during low tide as the sun sets. The Isle of Wight can be seen in the background and sea birds flying overhead
Low Tide at Sunset on Selsey's Sandy Beach, courtesy of CoastalJJ
The tide out at Oval Field Beach revealing a sandy stretch
Sands at Oval Beach, courtesy of CoastalJJ
RSPB Medmerry photograph shot in the Summer capturing the wild flowers and the encroaching sea in the background
RSPB Medmerry in Summer, courtesy of CoastalJJ
The clouds above being reflected in the water below
Sky reflected in the waters at Pagham Harbour, courtesy of CoastalJJ
RSPB Medmerry Beach at Low tide
RSPB Medmerry Beach at low tide, courtesy of CoastalJJ

Fishing

Selsey is a popular destination on the south coast for sea anglers keen on catching a wide selection of fish within its waters.  Blessed with three main beach areas for fishing, sea anglers can be regularly seen reeling in their catch.

Fishing

Astronomy

Blessed with a vast expanse of sky from its predominantly flat landscape, and geographical location on a Peninsula, eight miles out to sea. Selsey is largely unaffected by light pollution, it’s a perfect place to enjoy astronomy.

Astronomy

Diving in Selsey

By snorkelling, scuba diving or freediving, you can view the abundance of marine life and explore the wrecks off Selsey. No matter your skill level, diving in Selsey is an experience you will never forget.

Diving in Selsey

Cycling

Cycling

Walking in Selsey

Walking in Selsey

Birdwatching at RSPB Pagham Harbour

RSPB Pagham is a highlight for many birdwatchers as it attracts a variety of different birds and other wildlife throughout the changing seasons.

Birdwatching at RSPB Pagham Harbour

Marine Life Walks

Explore our rich shoreline on foot via one of Selsey’s Marine Life Walks led by our resident qualified SSI Marine Ecology Instructor. 

Marine Life Walks

Selsey Golf Club

Selsey boasts it's own links golf course, open to members and non members alike.

Selsey Golf Club

Selsey Community Cinema

Selsey has it's very own community cinema with frequent showings at the Selsey Centre on Manor Road.

Selsey Community Cinema

Selsey Football Club

Selsey Football Club has both a mens and womens team as well as an under 18s and under 23

Selsey Football Club

LAR Watersports

Tuition in SUP (stand up paddle) boarding is offered one to one & two to one tuition.

LAR Watersports

Selsey Cricket Club

A community Cricket Club for all

Selsey Cricket Club

December 01

Friday

10:00 - 15:00

This week in the Love From Selsey shop...

19:00 - 22:30

Fantastic professional comedians on every night, and even some faces you'll recognise off the telly!

December 02

Saturday

10:00 - 12:00

Always dreamed of making the perfect mug? Here’s the workshop just for you! An introduction to casting and decorating a porcelain mug.

15:00 - 17:00

Home game at the High Street Ground.

19:30 - 21:30

Selsey Music Group presents The Shade & Baum Cabaret Club

14:00 - 19:00

Selsey High Street's Christmas Spectacular! Christmas Parade, Magic Shows, Santa's Grotto, Live performances and so much more!

09:00 - 13:00

Selsey Community Forum Christmas Fayre - Tombola, Christmas Crafts, Decorations and Present Ideas

December 03

Sunday

15:00 - 16:30

Christingle Service at St Peter's Church in aid of the Children's Society

December 04

Monday

08:00 - 08:05

If you would like your event advertised on this page, please do contact us

December 06

Wednesday

14:30 - 16:30

Selsey Gramophone Society presents Strictly Dancing - points for presentation!

December 07

Thursday

19:00 - 20:00

Christmas Community Carols - Selsey Churches Working Together

December 08

Friday

10:30 - 11:30

Head to Selsey Library and join in a friendly group, meeting new people and sharing a love of books.

13:00 - 16:00

A Winter’s Afternoon on the North Wall Winter is the perfect time to enjoy a walk before dusk, watching birds feed and settle before nightfall.

December 09

Saturday

10:30 - 13:30

Get into the Christmas spirit and have some festive fun assembling your own unique Christmas wreath to hang up on your door.

10:30 - 11:30

It's getting chilly, but it's also getting festive! Wear your Christmas hats and get into the festive spirit on this pre-Christmas dip.

10:00 - 15:00

Head to RSPB Pagham Harbour and try their wide range of binoculars and telescopes.

December 10

Sunday

10:00 - 15:00

Spare a day for some pottery wheel throwing fun!

December 12

Tuesday

18:30 - 21:30

Selsey Community Cinema showing the story of Oppenheimer the 'father of the atomic bomb'

13:30 - 16:30

Selsey Community Cinema showing the story of Oppenheimer the 'father of the atomic bomb'

December 13

Wednesday

18:30 - 20:00

Helping you to be curious about, and to breathe into your possibilities

13:45 - 15:30

We meet on the second Wednesday of each month at Selsey Town Hall. Selsey Women’s Institute would like to invite you to a complimentary visit to our WI.

December 14

Thursday

11:00 - 12:30

Christmas Carols, Mince Pies and Fun at The Shop

December 16

Saturday

15:00 - 17:00

Home game at the High Street Ground.

10:00 - 13:00

Join the guides for a walk along the west side of Pagham Harbour towards Church Norton.

December 22

Friday

07:45 - 08:45

We reach the point in the year when the axial tilt of the Earth is aligned with the sun, only this time the north pole is tipped away from it and the south pole is tipped towards it.

December 24

Sunday

23:30 - 00:30

Midnight Mass at St Peter's Church

December 27

Wednesday

19:00 - 21:00

Join the Cloud Nine gang for their annual Pantomine at The Academy Selsey

14:00 - 16:00

Join the Cloud Nine gang for their annual Pantomine at The Academy Selsey

December 28

Thursday

19:00 - 21:00

Join the Cloud Nine gang for their annual Pantomine at The Academy Selsey

14:00 - 16:00

Join the Cloud Nine gang for their annual Pantomine at The Academy Selsey

Welcome to the UK's best kept secret!! 

Selsey is a unique seaside town, rich in history and wildlife, at the most southernly tip of West Sussex, 8 miles out into the Solent. With more sunlight hours than anywhere in the UK it is a true destination. Steeped in the tradition of fishing and internationally famous for its seafood, Selsey is one of the last remaining towns on the South Coast where fishermen can be witnessed bringing in the fresh catch. 

Walking in Selsey

Selsey has a variety of downloadable walking trails via our web app . Trails designed to introduce and explore its rich heritage, wildlife and beautiful natural environment.

Follow the family friendly Bucket and Spade Parade to explore some of Selsey's outdoor spaces, playgrounds and beaches.

Uncover Selsey's rich heritage by walking the History of Service trail and discover the part that Selsey, it's residents and visitors have played during times of conflict.

Seek out the wildlife that makes it's home here through the Sea Life Treasure Hunt and East Beach Pond Wildlife Hunt. 

Walk this way...

Selsey's Beaches

Selsey is surrounded by beaches on all but the northern side, with its bathing water rated as excellent. Selsey caters for many water activities, experiences and interests.

Selsey Lifeboat Station

Discover Selsey’s working Lifeboat Station complete with crew on duty 24/7. The visitors centre and Lifeboat shop is open from 10.30am until 3.30pm from Tuesday through to Saturday.

Selsey Seafood

Selsey is famous for it's sea food and you can buy it right here, fresh from the waves. Track down the freshest ingredients and then try some tasty recipes.

Selsey in the News

Read news articles about Selsey.

Selsey Seal Trail

A public arts grant has allowed the creation of a Seal Art Trail, promting the exploration of Selsey, its rich culture, heritage and natural habitats. Designed to include a seat, bike racks, a working telescope and bug hotel.

Tide Times & Weather Forecast

Selsey is shaped by the sea and its tidal movement. Low tide reveals its sandy beach and uncovers pathways around the coastline.  Plan your day and harmonize with the sea. 

This site uses the latest technology of PWA (progressive web app) to minimise your data usage and loss of connectivity, whilst delivering an efficient and fast browsing experience when out and about exploring Selsey.   To find out how to download the web app Click Here.