The park features a designated 'Sensory Garden' specifically designed to provide tactile and aromatic experiences for visually impaired visitors.
The bowling green on-site is regularly used for competitive fixtures during the summer season.
The park's sheltered position is due to its sunken design, which protects sensitive flora from harsh North Sea winds.
It sits on a site that has been maintained as public recreational space for over 70 years.
Marine Gardens is a public seaside park in Worthing, West Sussex, situated directly adjacent to the English Channel. The layout features an 18-hole putting green and a professional-standard bowling green. The park includes a dedicated sunken garden area that provides a sheltered microclimate for various coastal plants. Pathways wind through mature flower beds and manicured lawns, offering views of the shoreline. A cafe is located within the park grounds, providing outdoor seating areas. The park is managed by the Adur and Worthing Councils and serves as a landscaped transition between the town's promenade and the beach. Its design reflects traditional English coastal park planning from the mid-20th century.
The elevated path overlooking the sunken garden, which provides a symmetrical view of the flower beds against the backdrop of the sea.
Bring your own equipment if you plan to use the putting green during peak summer months.
Check the local council events calendar for occasional weekend tournaments if you prefer a quieter visit.
Utilize the benches along the northern boundary for the best wind-sheltered views of the park's floral displays.
Do not attempt to walk on the bowling green unless you are a registered player, as it is strictly maintained for competition.
Putting green and lawn bowling facilities operate seasonally from spring through early autumn.
