Seafront

Visit Eastbourne seafront for clean seas and sweeping beaches. Offering lifeguard patrolled safe bathing, seafront restaurants, showers, beach huts, cabins, sun loungers, deckchairs, kidzsafe wristband scheme and children's attractions.

Eastbourne's main resort beach (Wish Tower to Pier) offers lifeguard patrolled safe bathing, a first aid post and a kids wristband scheme. Keep the kids occupied whilst you take it easy with our free kids activity sheet.

Discover some of our quieter un-patrolled beaches, but do following our tips on how to use the beach safely.

Seafront Web Cam

View the live Eastbourne Seafront web cam, situated on the Chatsworth Hotel, to view current weather and tides.

View Web Cam

Eastbourne Beach Lifeguards

Lifeguards patrol the Wish Tower to Pier beach from May 1 to September 30 and are trained in first aid, rescue methods, life support, spinal management, weather meteorology, boat handling and regularly undergo fitness training.

Visit the lifeguard station for first aid, advice on sea conditions, weather, Kids Wristbands and equipment hire.

For more info on beach safety:

Read our leaflet.

Kidzsafe Wristband Scheme

Keep in contact with the kids! Pick up our FREE Kidzsafe wristbands from the Lifeguard Station or Seafront Office.

Kidzsafe wristbands are waterproof and a great way to reunite lost children with parents. Simply write your phone number on the wristband and our lifeguards and seafront staff will contact you if your child becomes lost and cannot find you.

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Beachy Head and Seven Sisters Extreme Plastic Objects Removal

BHASSEXPLORE is a cooperative, a collective, a foundation, with the sole purpose of removing as much plastic and man made debris and junk from, what should be, the pristine and absolutely amazing, iconic and stunning coastal habitat that is the Beachy Head and Seven Sisters chalk cliffs landscape

Visit their website here

Contact them

Free Kids Activity Sheet

Keep the kids entertained and educated with our free printable activity sheet. Features a word search, colouring in and word game, all designed to remind little ones about staying safe at the beach.

Download

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Tide Times

Water Quality

Cycling on the Seafront

Lifeguard Station & First Aid Post

Find us on the beach just east of the Wish Tower.

Grand Parade
Eastbourne
BN21 3AD

Tel: 01323 412290
Email us

Open 10am - 5pm
May-Sept

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Dotto - Eastbourne’s Mini Train

Address

Seafront (Holywell to Sovereign Harbour), Eastbourne, BN21 3EL

Telephone
03456 002299

southeast.enquiries@stagecoachbus.com

Address

Seafront (Holywell to Sovereign Harbour), Eastbourne, BN21 3EL

The Dotto mini train runs along Eastbourne seafront, stopping at lots of great tourist spots along the way.
Dotto - Eastbourne’s Mini Train

Address

Seafront (Holywell to Sovereign Harbour), Eastbourne, BN21 3EL

Telephone
03456 002299

southeast.enquiries@stagecoachbus.com

Address

Seafront (Holywell to Sovereign Harbour), Eastbourne, BN21 3EL

The Dotto mini train runs along Eastbourne seafront, stopping at lots of great tourist spots along the way.
Fisherman's Green Tennis Courts

Address

Fisherman's Green, Royal Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN22 7LA

Address

Fisherman's Green, Royal Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN22 7LA

Fisherman's Green is a great location for tennis on the seafront near Treasure Island. Featuring 4 tennis courts and 2 full size basketball courts in addition to 1 smaller basketball court, it's a great place for a set or two of tennis before…
South Downs Tours

Address

Eastbourne, Eastbourne, BN21 4BY

Telephone
07896 251565

info@southdownstours.co.uk

Address

Eastbourne, Eastbourne, BN21 4BY

South Downs Tours offers a range of guided tours within the beautiful South Downs National Park on Eastbourne’s doorstep.
Bourne to Kayak

Address

Wish Tower Beach, King Edwards Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 4BY

Telephone
07359668350

bournetokayak@outlook.com

Address

Wish Tower Beach, King Edwards Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 4BY

Discover the breathtaking Eastbourne coastline from the sea with our kayak and stand-up paddleboard rentals.
Redoubt Beaches

Address

6 Lower Parade, Grand Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 3AD

Telephone
01323 410611

seafront@eastbourne.gov.uk

Address

6 Lower Parade, Grand Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 3AD

These beaches are sand and shingle with good access and parking close by. They are within easy reach of shops and amenities with toilets and refreshments a short distance away.
Eastbourne's Open Top Bus

Address

Eastbourne Pier

Telephone
01273 886200

info@buses.co.uk

Address

Eastbourne Pier

Take a trip on our open top bus and enjoy the panoramic vista of the picturesque South Coast and South Downs National Park. From the top deck, you’ll enjoy uninterrupted views of the blue sea, chalk downs and lush green countryside stretching as far…
Buzz Active Eastbourne Outdoor Sports Centre

Address

Royal Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN22 7LD, BN22 7LD

Telephone
01323 417023

info@buzzactive.org.uk

Address

Royal Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN22 7LD, BN22 7LD

Buzz Active offers a variety of water based activities for everyone. Courses range from sailing to windsurfing, kayaking to powerboating. Come and try one of our taster sessions or take part in a course and learn something new today.
Grand Parade Main Resort Beach

Address

Grand Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 3AD

Telephone
01323 410611

seafront@eastbourne.gov.uk

Address

Grand Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 3AD

From the Wish Tower to the Pier the main resort beaches offers clean bathing water, Lifeguard, first aid cover, Kidzone wristbands, safe bathing zone, showers and toilets, refreshment facilities and bathing cabins available for rent.
King Edward Beaches

Address

6 Lower Parade, Grand Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 3AD

Telephone
01323 410611

seafront@eastbourne.gov.uk

Address

6 Lower Parade, Grand Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 3AD

These quiet beaches afford breathtaking views of the natural chalk cliffs and east toward the pier and are ideal for those who want to get away from the busier spots.
Holywell Retreat

Address

King Edwards Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN20 7XB

Telephone
01323 410611

seafront@eastbourne.gov.uk

Address

King Edwards Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN20 7XB

Holywell Retreat is set at the foot of the South Downs, this quant little enclave boasts a popular café, beach huts and beach chalets. The Dotto land stops here.
Marine Parade Beaches

Address

Marine Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 3EL

Telephone
01323 410411

seafront@eastbourne.gov.uk

Address

Marine Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 3EL

Marine Parade Beaches from the Pier to The Pavilion is popular with both visitors and residents of the town. The Pier at one end of the beach with the Pavilion Tea Rooms at the other. These beaches are a favourite for water sports.
Royal Parade Beaches

Address

6 Lower Parade, Grand Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 3AD

Telephone
01323 410611

seafront@eastbourne.gov.uk

Address

6 Lower Parade, Grand Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 3AD

These beaches are sand and shingle with good access and parking close by. They are within easy reach of shops and amenities with toilets and refreshments a short distance away.
Eastbourne Sovereign Sailing Club

Address

Royal Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN22 7AA

Telephone
01323 720 715

general-secretary@sailing-at-eastbourne.co.uk

Address

Royal Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN22 7AA

Situated on the beach at Fisherman's Green we offer excellent sea sailing in dinghies and catamarans. Temporary membership and training courses are available.