Arun Retractable Footbridge – River Arun Pedestrian Bridge loop from Climping

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Arun Retractable Footbridge – River Arun Pedestrian Bridge loop from Climping

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Arun Retractable Footbridge – River Arun Pedestrian Bridge loop from Climping

03:22

13.3km

20m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

Tips

Includes movable bridges

Check opening times.

After 4.94 km for 92 m

After 10.2 km for 92 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.98 km

Arun Retractable Footbridge

Highlight • Bridge

This is a pretty cool bridge, as it is one of the few retractable steel pedestrian footbridges in existence. The bridge linking East and West Littlehampton across the River Arun …

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5.34 km

Littlehampton Lifeboat Station

Highlight • Structure

Littlehampton Lifeboat Station has been here for many years although the building has changed, as have the boats. Today we have a fast Rib which is towed in and out by tractor. Formerly there was a Blue Peter Lifeboat.

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6.38 km

Littlehampton Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

6.44 km

Littlehampton Beach Shelter

Highlight • Rest Area

Shelter from rain and wind

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6.92 km

The Promenade Overlooking Littlehampton East Beach

Highlight • Beach

7.01 km

Littlehampton Promenade

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Promenade is a beautiful & vibrant destination in the seaside town of Littlehampton consisting of a long wide walkway that runs parallel to the beach.

The promenade is home …

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10.2 km

River Arun Pedestrian Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The original swing bridge was designed to replace a ferry in 1908 - which was then also later replaced by this smaller retractable pedestrian bridge. When fully functional the bridge opens twice daily for river traffic to pass through.

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