Shoreham

Shoreham enjoys a unique location, bordered on the north by the South Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, on the west by the open valley of the river Adur and on the south by the river and Shoreham Beach.

The town and port of New Shoreham was established by the Norman Conquerors towards the end of the 11th century. The magnificent church of St Mary de Haura was built in the decade following the Doomsday Survey of 1086 and the town laid out on a grid pattern. The 12th century building in Shoreham High Street, the Marlipins Museum, is one of the oldest surviving secular buildings in the UK and dates from this time. Despite many changes during its history Shoreham town centre has kept much of its historic past with picturesque streets lined with flint and timber fronted houses.

Modern Shoreham town centre has benefited over the recent years with a regeneration initiative. There is a wide range of shops, restaurants and businesses which offer an excellent selection of quality and every day items. Shoreham by Sea and its riverside location and easy access to the South Downs is envied by many. The new riverside development at Ropetackle and its riverside walk gives open views of the River Adur and the South Downs beyond. The short walk across the footbridge from the town centre to Shoreham Beach will be inspirational with views of the River Adur estuary (a site of special scientific interest).

Shoreham Airport, built in 1936, is the oldest commercial airport in the country. It is a major base for recreational flying activities as well as business and charter flights. There are currently scheduled flights to Alderney. There is a visitor centre and airport; guided tours take people on an historical journey around the modern day airfield.