Worthing, Sussex

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"Worthing is a seaside town and borough in West Sussex, England, at the foot of the South Downs, 11 miles (18 km) west of Brighton, and 18 miles (29 km) east of Chichester. With a population of 113,094[2] and an area of 12.5 square miles (32.4 km2), the borough is the second largest component of the Brighton and Hove built-up area, the 15th most populous urban area in the United Kingdom. Northern parts of the borough, including the Worthing Downland Estate, form part of the South Downs National Park. In 2019, the Art Deco Worthing Pier was dubbed the best in Britain.[3]

Dating from around 4000 BC, the flint mines at Cissbury and nearby Church Hill, Blackpatch and Harrow Hill are amongst the earliest Neolithic monuments in Britain.[4] The Iron Age hill fort of Cissbury Ring is one of Britain's largest. The recorded history of Worthing began with the Domesday Book. Worthing is historically part of Sussex, mostly in the rape of Bramber; Goring, which forms part of the rape of Arundel, was incorporated in 1929. Worthing was a small mackerel fishing hamlet for many centuries until, in the late 18th century, it developed into an elegant Georgian seaside resort and attracted the well-known and wealthy of the day. In the 19th and 20th centuries, the area was one of Britain's chief market gardening centres.[5]

Modern Worthing has a large service industry, particularly in financial services. It has three theatres and one of Britain's oldest cinemas, the Dome.[6] Writers Oscar Wilde and Harold Pinter lived and worked in the town."

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Postcode: BN11–BN14

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Things to do in Worthing:

• Discover local history, stunning artworks, unique toy and costume collections and a tranquil sculpture garden at the Worthing Museum and Art Gallery.
• Catch some comedy, live music or a musical show direct from the West End at the Pavilion Theatre, the Connaught Theatre or at Assembly Hall.
• For a lovely stroll in South Downs countryside, visit the ruined Iron Age fort at Cissbury Ring or the beautiful Highdown Gardens, a National collection. The views from the gardens are beautiful at any time of the year and include the sea and the South Downs.
• Discover what's on in Worthing this weekend in our Sussex events guide.
• Explore Worthing to uncover an eclectic mix of internationally renowned artists, quirky open studios and galleries including Colonnade House and converted beach huts East Beach Artists Studios.
• Eat out to enjoy seasonal and locally produced food. Whether it’s fresh fish, home-made Sicilian gelato, freshly roasted coffee or vegan afternoon tea, there’s something for everyone in Worthing! Top food & drink places in Worthing.
• Worthing’s flat wide promenade is perfect for a family cycle ride to explore the area by bike. No problem if you don’t have a bike with you, download the Donkey Bike app and hire a bike.
• Take a day trip to the colourful city of Brighton, just a short train ride along the coast and one of the most diverse cities in England.

For evenings out in Worthing, you'll find plenty of restaurants and traditional pubs, with a choice of three theatres and two cinemas for after meal entertainment. Pedestrianised streets make shopping in the town centre an easy, relaxed affair – with dozens of high quality shops and boutiques.

Strolling along the palm-lined promenade on the seafront you'll find activities for the whole family – from Stand Up Paddleboarding, go-karting and miniature golf to the Art Deco architecture of Worthing Pier adding a touch of historic class to the atmosphere.

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