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Shoreham-by-Sea
One full day covers Shoreham Beach, Marlipins Museum and Sompting Saxon church; add a night if you want a relaxed seaside stay.
Shoreham-by-Sea is a small coastal town in West Sussex with a pebble beach, a historic museum and a rare Saxon church. Its attractions are within walking distance, so a single day is enough for a quick visit; a night lets you enjoy sunset walks and local pubs.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- GBP
- Best months
- May–Sep
- avoid Nov–Feb (cold, limited opening hours)
- Airports
- LGW · ESH
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 8Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Britain and Ireland ↗Neither the UK nor Ireland is part of Schengen: days spent here do not count towards the 90/180-day Schengen limit, and a Schengen visa does not admit you to either country.
- Britain and Ireland ↗The island of Ireland runs on two currencies: euro in the Republic, pound sterling in Northern Ireland and Great Britain. Carry a card that pays in both without fees.
- Britain and Ireland ↗Both islands drive on the left. Speed limits are in miles per hour in the UK (including Northern Ireland) and in kilometres per hour in the Republic of Ireland.
- United Kingdom ↗Most visitors who do not need a UK visa now need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travelling; this includes EU nationals. Irish citizens are exempt. Check the UK government site for your passport.
- United Kingdom ↗The UK is outside the EU and the Schengen area; a Schengen visa is not valid for the UK.
- United Kingdom ↗Driving is on the left; London has congestion and emissions charges for most vehicles, so do not drive in the city.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Shoreham-by-Sea999 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Shoreham-by-Sea, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the pound sterling (GBP, £).United Kingdom-wide
- SIM or eSIMEE, Vodafone (merged with Three in 2025) and O2 run the networks; prepaid SIMs sell in supermarkets, phone shops and airport vending machines…United Kingdom-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe everywhere.United Kingdom-wide
- TippingcheckRestaurant with table service: 10–12.5% if no service charge is on the bill; check before adding more.United Kingdom-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets G. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): fits · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United Kingdom-wide
- SafetyShoreham is generally safe; watch for occasional pickpocketing on busy train platforms and keep an eye on tide times at the beach.
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- RestroomsPublic toilets are scarce and some charge 50p–£1 (≈ US$2) or are card-only.United Kingdom-wide
- Emergency numbers999 police / ambulance / fire · 101 Non‑urgent police · 111 NHS non‑urgent
- Sundays & holidaysShops in England and Wales open six hours on Sundays (usually 10:00 or 11:00–16:00 or 17:00).Shops in England and Wales open six hours on Sundays (usually 10:00 AM or 11:00 AM–4:00 PM or 5:00 PM).United Kingdom-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportLGW London Gatwick Airport (Main international gateway, 30‑40 min by train via Brighton).
- Getting aroundTown is compact; walk or rent a bike.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a café£2–£3 (≈ US$3–4)
- Metro or bus rideBus single ticket£2–£3 (≈ US$3–4)
- Museum or sight ticketMarlipins Museum entryfree
- Budget bedMid‑range hotel room (double), a night, per room£80 (≈ US$110)
- Mid-range bedMid‑range hotel room (double), a night, per room£120 (≈ US$160)
- High-end bedMid‑range hotel room (double), a night, per room£180 (≈ US$250)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget £45 (≈ US$60) · Mid £70 (≈ US$95) · High £120 (≈ US$160)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- LGW London Gatwick Airport (Main international gateway, 30‑40 min by train via Brighton) · ESH Brighton City Airport (Shoreham Airport) (Oldest UK commercial airport, limited scheduled flights)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Feb
Avoid
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Mar
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Apr
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
May
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Jun
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Jul
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Aug
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Sep
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Oct
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Nov
Avoid
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Dec
Avoid
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Best: May–Sep. Avoid: Nov–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)), coolest Jan (2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C) low), wettest Dec (11 rain days), driest Jun (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Shoreham-by-Sea: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
10 rd
Feb
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
8 rd
Mar
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
9 rd
Apr
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
7 rd
May
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
6 rd
Jun
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5 rd
Jul
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5 rd
Aug
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5 rd
Sep
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
6 rd
Oct
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
8 rd
Nov
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
10 rd
Dec
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
11 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Town is compact; walk or rent a bike. Southern trains stop at Shoreham-by-Sea station (50.834167,-0.271389) with services to London Victoria, Brighton and Portsmouth. Local buses link to Worthing and Brighton.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Brighton
goDoor to door: ≈15 min
Southern train, about 10 min
Larger seafront, pier and nightlife.
Worthing
goDoor to door: ≈12 min
Southern train, about 7 min
Neighbouring beach town with promenade.
South Downs Way (St. Leonards)
cautionDoor to door: ≈45 min
Bus to St. Leonards, then walk 3 mi
Good for walkers; limited service on Sundays.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Beach Green Hotel
Seaside hotel in Lancing, 5‑min walk to the beach and town centre
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- £50–£80 (≈ US$70–110) excl. bed
- Mid
- £80–£120 (≈ US$110–160) excl. bed
- High
- £120 (≈ US$160)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Mid‑range hotel room (double)1 × 1 night × £120 | £120 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × £70 | £70 |
| Southern train round‑trip London‑Shoreham (off‑peak)1 × £45 · check | £45 |
| Bike hire (full day)1 × £15 · check | £15 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | £25 |
| Trip total≈ £275 per person per day, bed included | £275≈ US$400 |
2026 estimate in GBP; flights and rail passes excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a café | £2–£3 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Fish and chips (pub) | £8–£12 (≈ US$11–16) |
| Marlipins Museum entry | free |
| Bus single ticket | £2–£3 (≈ US$3–4) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Train service frequency drops after 20:00; plan return travel.Train service frequency drops after 8:00 PM; plan return travel.
- Museum and church opening hours vary seasonally; check before visiting.
Emergency numbers
- Police / Ambulance / Fire
- 999
- Non‑urgent police
- 101
- NHS non‑urgent
- 111
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Emergency
- Police / Ambulance / Fire999
- Non‑urgent police101
Embassy
UK citizens need no visa for short stays; US consulate is in London (check address).
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Shoreham‑by‑Sea station → Brighton (Southern): about £5–£7 (≈ US$7–10), 10 min (check)
- Shoreham‑by‑Sea station → London Victoria: about £20–£30 (≈ US$30–40), 1 h 20 min (check)
Say or show
- Sorry — Excuse me / Sorry (sɒri)
- Thank you — Thank you (θæŋk juː)
- How much is it? — How much is it? (haʊ mʌtʃ ɪz ɪt?)
- Where is the beach? — Where is the beach? (wɛə ɪz ðə biːtʃ?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Shoreham-by-Sea. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Sep · avoid Nov–Feb (cold, limited opening hours) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night at Beach Green Hotel for sunset beach walk.
- Include a bike hire stop for coastal cycle route to Brighton.
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