About This Place

This rural, shingle beach about 5 miles north-east of Eastbourne is known to be the place where William the Conqueror landed in 1066 before the Battle of Hastings.  During the 12th century, the former harbour was a busy commercial port, although today the coast has receded so the village of Pevensey is now about 1 mile away from the beach. --> The beach is quieter than most of the beaches along this stretch of the coast and unusually for this area, there are no cliffs. This is a good beach to come to for views over the channel and around the gentle curve of the coastline. North-east of the beach is a flat, marshy area known as the Pevensey Levels.  This is home to the rare fen raft spider and a wide range of interesting flora and fauna. In 2016 the remains of a 50 foot whale washed up on the Pevensey Bay Beach in almost exactly the same spot where a similar large whale washed up in 1865.  There is a pay-and-display car park, with toilets adjacent to the beach.

💡 Our Take

Looking for a year-round dog escape in East Sussex? We at DogParkUK reckon Pevensey Bay's wide, sandy beach is just the ticket! Dogs are welcome anytime, making it blissfully unrestricted. The gentle shallows are ideal for water-loving pups, but always supervise swimming. Parking is generally easy, though gets busier in summer. You'll find cafes and shops a short walk away in the village. Our tip: check tide times, as the beach shrinks considerably at high tide. Best for confident swimmers and dogs who love a good run, but always keep them within sight.