Pagham
A designated Solent, Sussex or Isle of Wight bathing water at Pagham, classified Good in the latest published annual assessment.
📍 View on the mapBeach & safety
Water quality: Good
Lifeguard: Seasonal patrols operate at some principal resort beaches; confirm exact current dates and zones.
Hazards: Cold water, currents, groynes, piers, shingle and rapidly changing tides.
Amenities: car-park
Dogs
Unofficial source: View the supporting source →Not an authority; check current signage.
Family
Established access and visitor facilities where available, but tide, current, cliff and live water-quality warnings still require checking.
Fishing
Solent and harbour-influenced beaches can support bass, flounder, mullet and plaice, with whiting in colder periods.
Species reported: Bass, Flounder, Grey mullet, Plaice, Whiting
Access & parking
Use established signed beach, promenade, country-park or harbour access; check tides and temporary closures.
Researched 2026-07-24 — sources & disclaimer
https://www.experiencewestsussex.com/dog-friendly-beaches-in-west-sussex/
Rules and conditions change, so always check current signage and tides before you go. We do our best to keep this accurate but can't promise it's error-free.