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The Coastyard
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Selsey

The Coastyard

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50.738°N, 0.788°W
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The sharp tang of salt air drifts in from Selsey Bill, where the English Channel meets shingle beaches and the calls of terns carry on the wind.

This is a year-round spot on the Manhood Peninsula for campers who like a bit of shelter — there are camping pods alongside guest house rooms, so you can choose your level of creature comfort depending on the forecast. Selsey draws birdwatchers heading for the Pagham Harbour reserve, windsurfers launching from the beaches, and walkers following the coastal paths where Sussex farmland drops away to the sea. The dog policy is flexible if you ask ahead, and it's the kind of place where couples and small groups come back season after season.

Campfires are worth checking on when you arrive — policies can shift with the weather and the season. The setup is straightforward and welcoming rather than sprawling, so expect a sociable atmosphere without the noise of a big holiday park. Good for an off-season escape or a summer base within reach of Chichester and the South Downs.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
18°C
Clear
7 mph
78%
7-Day Outlook
Today
23° / 15°
10%
Sat
23° / 15°
0%
Sun
25° / 17°
21%
Mon
23° / 16°
0%
Tue
23° / 13°
6%
Wed
28° / 14°
8%
Thu
28° / 19°
8%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

7 routes found via OpenStreetMap

The Selsey Tram Way

Follows the historic tramway route along mostly flat, firm paths and quiet lanes between Chichester and Selsey. Suitable for families and buggies on the surfaced sections, though some stretches cross fields that can be muddy. Dogs welcome throughout. Discover industrial heritage markers, coastal views, and wildlife-rich farmland while retracing the footprint of West Sussex's beloved seaside railway that ran until 1935.

Hiking routeLocal network
4.99 km from campsite
Operator: Manhood Wildlife & Heritage Group

King Charles III England Coast Path: South Hayling to East Head: Avoidance of Itchenor Ferry

Detours inland around Itchenor when the seasonal ferry isn't running, adding flat miles through West Itchenor village and along quiet lanes. Mostly level walking on pavements and rural roads rather than coastal paths. Suitable for buggies and families, though less scenic than the ferry route. Dogs welcome throughout. Worth knowing as your backup option during ferry off-season (typically October-Easter), keeping you on the England Coast Path when the direct waterside route isn't available.

Hiking routeNational trail
9.53 km from campsite
Operator: National Trails

King Charles III England Coast Path: South Hayling to East Head: Inland Route to Itchenor Ferry

Follows the inland alternative of the England Coast Path through flat, easy terrain along field edges and quiet lanes between South Hayling and Itchenor Ferry. Excellent for families and buggy-friendly for most sections, though some stiles may require lifting. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Offers peaceful countryside views across Chichester Harbour's hinterland, with good birdwatching opportunities and a rewarding ferry crossing at Itchenor to continue your coastal journey.

Hiking routeNational trail
10.36 km from campsite
Operator: National Trails

East Head and Ellanore Circular Walk, Sussex East

Dogs welcomeWalking routeLocal network
9.85 km from campsite
Route length: 6.4 km
Operator: National Trust
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King Charles III England Coast Path: South Hayling to East Head

Hiking routeNational trail
12.21 km from campsite
Operator: National Trails

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Fisheries within 10 km

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  • Apuldram Fishing and Boat Club
    9.33 km
    Fishing water
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Pubs & restaurants within 5 km

  • Stavros Bill
    Takeaway 0.4 km~5 min walk
    Directions
  • New Magna Tandoori Restaurant
    Restaurant 0.5 km~5 min walk
    Directions
  • Mighty Flames
    Takeaway 0.6 km~5 min walk
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  • La Banca
    Restaurant 0.6 km~5 min walkitalian
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  • Chaplins Little Shake Shop
    Cafe 0.6 km~5 min walk
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Data from OpenStreetMap · distances "as the crow flies" · walk times approximate

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