Selsey Beach

Selsey, at the southernmost point of the Manhood Peninsula, south of Chichester, is known for its crabs and lobsters and for its varied bird life. 

The village offers a choice of beaches. The long area of shingle stretching up the east side of the headland towards Pagham Harbour Reserve, is backed by the narrow Selsey-Bill promenade and is interspersed with wooden groynes.  The land here is low-lying and is at risk from flooding.

There are many submerged rock formations off the headland.  Towards the top end of the beach, just south of Pagham Lagoon is a long spit of shingle which is of significant geological interest. 

The village of Selsey has a long history of fishing and still has its own fleet.  Some limited facilities can be found here.  There are more extensive facilities in Chichester a few miles inland.