Splash Pad At The Gap
Location: Worthing Seafront
Best For: Toddlers to age 10
Price: Free
One of Sussex’s best modern splash pads with water jets, fountains, and loads of open space next to the beach. Great for combining with fish and chips, playground time or a beach day.
Hove Lagoon Paddling Pool
Location: Hove Seafront
Best For: Babies & toddlers
Price: Free
A shallow paddling pool close to the beach, playground, skate park and cafés. Perfect for younger children wanting safe water play. Paddling pool will close on Sunday 13th September 2026.
Waterwise Playground
Location: Worthing Seafront
Best For: Ages 2–10
Price: Free
A beachside playground with interactive water play, climbing frames and sand areas. Ideal for energetic children.
King’s Road Paddling Pool
Location: Brighton Seafront
Best For: Toddlers & younger children
Price: Free
Traditional Brighton paddling pool close to the beach and city attractions. Worth checking seasonal opening dates before visiting. Unfortunately this will close during 2026 due to building work.
Arundel Lido
Location: Arundel
Best For: All ages
Price: Paid
A beautiful outdoor heated lido with family swim sessions and shallow areas for younger children. Pre booking is advisable.
Saltdean Lido
Location: Near Brighton
Best For: Ages 5+
Price: Paid
Iconic Art Deco Grade 2 listed outdoor pool with family sessions and plenty of space for summer swimming. Open from 7am -7pm.
Southwater Country Park
Location: Near Horsham
Best For: Toddlers & younger children
Price: Free
Fantastic for nature-based water play with shallow beach-style areas, picnic spots, and walking trails.
