The historical town of Shoreham-by-Sea has to the North the South Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, to the West you will find the open valley of the River Adur and to the South, the River and Shoreham Beach.
Shoreham has some picturesque streets and a wide range of shops and restaurants. The riverside development at Ropetackle provides open views of the River Adur and the Estuary.
Shoreham is home to the UK's oldest airport dating back to 1911 and is used for recreational, business and charter flights.