Town Centre

Commercial high street with independent shops, cafes, library and civic functions

The commercial and civic heart of Littlehampton, centred on the High Street and the connecting streets that run between the railway station and the river. The town centre contains the main shops, banks, cafes, the library, the post office and the professional services that serve the community. The High Street has experienced the same challenges as town centres across England, with vacancies and changes in the retail mix, but it retains a range of useful outlets, including independent shops, charity shops, hairdressers and convenience stores. Market days bring stalls to the streets, and the town centre is the focus of events such as the Christmas lights switch-on and the carnival parade. The Norfolk Gardens provide a pocket of greenery within the commercial area.