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in the county of West Sussex

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About Selsey

This is a picturesque resort town with a dramatic low-lying headland known as Selsey Bill, from here there are lovely views towards famous Chichester Harbour and the little harbour at Pagham where there is a nature reserve.

Selsey is no longer a village, it became a town in 1995, and in its streets visitors can see a delightful mixture of properties from several periods. Historically, the development of Selsey began way back in the mists of time, with the earliest mention being in 683 AD when it was known by the Saxon name "Seolesige", at this time it was an island, but with the passing of the centuries the coastline has changed and Selsey is now a peninsula, the most southerly tip of West Sussex.

The town has strong seafaring traditions, these are kept alive by a small fishing fleet, indeed Selsey is a Mecca for the fishing fraternity from miles around. Visitors can take a fishing trip from the quay, or a pleasure boat trip to see the stunning West Sussex coastline at distance from the sea. The quayside is always a lively place, here you can see lobster pots being landed and sometimes you can buy locally caught crabs, whelks, cockles and fish! Worth remembering is that locally caught seafood is a daily feature on the menu of most of the town's pubs, inns and restaurants.

This pleasant little seaside town makes a lovely location from which to explore the delights of the West Sussex coast and the surrounding Sussex countryside.

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Hotels & Accommodation in Selsey

	St Andrews Lodge Hotel Chichester Road,, Selsey, Chichester, West Sussex, England (0.5 miles, 0.8 km) St Andrews Lodge is situated in the small seaside town of Selsey. Only 7 miles south of Chichester and ideally located to visit many of the attractions of West Sussex. We are close to unspoilt beach... More info and book online.. Price from £50.00
	Navigator Hotel 13-14 Marine Drive West, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, England (5.8 miles, 9.3 km, direction NE) The Navigator Hotel is a beautiful 12 bedroom hotel. All rooms have been recently refurbished and are en-suite. Single en-suite room including breakfast 35, double 60 or 70 (80 high season) for a room... More info and book online.. Price from £37.00
	The Royal Norfolk Hotel The Esplanade, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, England (6.1 miles, 9.7 km, direction NE) Elegant regency-style seafront hotel in own grounds, with prominent seafront location close to town centre, own parking. Coffee bar, licensed restaurant. Close to scenic countryside and interesting to... More info and book online.. Price from £40.00
	Millstream Hotel and Restaurant Bosham Lane, Bosham, Chichester, West Sussex, West Sussex, England (7.5 miles, 12.1 km, direction NW) Charming English country hotel, set in picturesque Bosham, just four miles west of Chichester. The Millstream is renowned for its superb food, its beautifully presented bedrooms and the disarming blen... More info and book online.. Price from £82.00
	Chichester Park Hotel Madgewick Lane, Westhampnett, Chichester, West Sussex, England (8.1 miles, 13.1 km, direction N) This friendly and well located 3-star hotel offers good food, professional service and a warm welcome. There is ample parking, a leisure club, Seasons Restaurant and Club Bar. Just over an hour by ... More info and book online.. Price from £55.00

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Nearby travel help

Bognor Regis Station	(6.4 miles, 10.4 km, direction NE)
Chichester Station	(7.0 miles, 11.3 km, direction N)
A3(M) Junction 5	(12.7 miles, 20.5 km, direction NW)
A3(M) Junction 4	(13.6 miles, 21.8 km, direction NW)
Southampton Airport	(28.8 miles, 46.3 km, direction NW)
London Gatwick Airport	(39.6 miles, 63.7 km, direction NE)
Selsey to London	(61.1 miles, 98.3 km, direction NE)