Sussex Accessibility Information

Accessibility options when using this website

To support a more inclusive browsing experience, our website uses AudioEye, an accessibility enhancement tool. You can activate it by clicking the blue and white icon of a person located in the bottom right corner of your screen. This opens a menu with features designed to improve usability for individuals with diverse needs, including screen reader optimization, keyboard navigation, visual adjustments like contrast, font size and more. These tools are here to help make your visit as smooth and accessible as possible.

Accessible travel in Sussex

Train travel to and around Sussex

Sussex is served by two main networks with bookable assistance on their services. For more information visit ​Assisted travel | Southern Railway covering routes out of London, Gatwick and along the majority of the coast line, or Accessible travel | Southeastern for stations between Wadhurst, Hastings and Rye. 

Arriving by Air

Gatwick Airport is in Sussex and offers a range of assistance for passengers arriving or departing from the airport. Special Assistance | London Gatwick Airport

Bus travel around Sussex

Sussex is serviced by multiple bus companies. You can find out which company is operating in your chosen area at Traveline.info/. 

Both East Sussex and West Sussex offer a bookable minibus service that operates in rural areas:

Parking for Blue Badge holders

Across Sussex towns, attractions and coastal areas offer designated disabled parking bays to support visitors with mobility needs. Blue Badge holders can often park free of charge or for extended periods in marked bays, and in some cases on-street parking where restrictions would normally apply. Larger destinations such as Eastbourne, Hastings, Chichester and Worthing have accessible parking close to seafronts, shopping areas and cultural sites. Rural locations, including those in the South Downs and High Weald, also provide disabled parking at visitor centres and key trailheads. It’s always best to check local council websites or individual venue pages and parking signage at your location for the most up-to-date information.

Changing Places Toilets and facilities

Accessible beaches in Sussex

Worthing
Worthing has beach wheelchairs available to borrow from the Coastal Office, and the promenade is flat and easy to navigate. There are accessible toilets nearby, and the town has introduced accessible beach huts designed with wider doors and level access.

Eastbourne
Eastbourne’s seafront is largely step-free, with accessible toilets and parking along the promenade. The town also offers accessible beach huts at Fisherman's Green, which can be booked in advance. You can also view an accessible guide on Visit Eastbourne.

Littlehampton
Littlehampton’s East Beach has ramped access and accessible toilets. The promenade is smooth and level, and beach wheelchairs are available during the summer months. The town also offers accessible beach huts (pictured) with space for wheelchair users and carers.

Bognor Regis
Bognor Regis has a long, flat promenade and several access points to the beach. Wheelchairs are available to hire from Shopmobility, and accessible toilets are located nearby. The town has also introduced inclusive beach huts with improved access features.

Hastings
Hastings seafront is largely level, with smooth promenade access stretching from the Old Town to the pier. There are accessible toilets at key points, including Pelham Place and the Stade. The town also offers beach wheelchairs during the summer season, available to hire. 

Rye (Camber Sands)
Camber Sands near Rye is known for its wide sandy beach and dunes. While access can be more challenging due to the terrain, there are designated accessible parking bays and toilets at the main car park. The beach entrance includes a boardwalks.

Seaford
Seaford’s beach is shingle, but the promenade is flat and suitable for wheelchairs and mobility scooters. Accessible toilets are available near the Martello Tower and at Seaford Head. The town’s compact layout and proximity to parking make it a manageable visit for many.

Countryside Access

The South Downs National Park offers a variety of accessible experiences for visitors with different needs, from easy-access walking routes to inclusive visitor centres. The park’s Accessibility Hub provides detailed information on accessible trails, parking, toilets and mobility hire across the region. Locations such as Seven Sisters Country Park and Queen Elizabeth Country Park feature level paths, accessible facilities and support for visitors with limited mobility. Whether you're exploring by foot, wheelchair or mobility scooter, the South Downs is committed to making its landscapes open to all. You can find more details and plan your visit at: SDNP Accessibility Information

The High Weald National Landscape offers a peaceful countryside experience with a growing number of accessible walking routes and visitor facilities. While the terrain is naturally hilly and rural, several paths have been adapted for easier access, including surfaced trails and circular walks suitable for wheelchairs and mobility scooters. The High Weald website provides helpful guidance on planning visits, including information on parking, terrain and route difficulty. You can explore accessibility resources and suggested routes at: High Weald Accessibility Information

Seven Sisters Country Park offers a welcoming and accessible gateway to the South Downs coastline. Visitors will find designated disabled parking bays, accessible toilets and level paths suitable for wheelchairs and mobility scooters. The Visitor Centre and café are step-free, and assistance dogs are welcome throughout the site. The park’s accessible walking routes allow everyone to enjoy the dramatic chalk cliffs, meandering rivers and open landscapes. For full details and planning advice, visit: Seven Sisters Accessibility Information