The pier was originally built as a wooden structure in 1862 before being replaced by the current steel construction in 1911.
It received the 'Pier of the Year' award from the National Piers Society in 2019.
The 2019 fire, which occurred in the pier's Southern Pavilion, was caused by a discarded cigarette.
The pier deck was designed with a T-shape configuration to allow for larger steamships to moor alongside.
During World War II, the pier was severed by the military to prevent its use as a landing platform for potential invaders.
Worthing Pier is a 960-foot-long pleasure pier constructed in 1862 and designated as a Grade II listed structure. The site serves as a multipurpose public space featuring a southern pavilion that houses a cafe, function rooms, and an amusement arcade. Visitors can access designated fishing zones along the structure, provided they adhere to local bye-laws. The pier features a wide walkway accessible to pedestrians and wheelchair users, extending over the English Channel. It has been rebuilt or significantly restored multiple times, notably following fire damage in 1933 and 2019. The structure serves as a landmark on the Sussex coastline and is managed by the local Adur and Worthing council.
The very end of the pier looking back toward the town and the South Downs hills.
Bring layers, as sea breezes on the pier can be significantly colder than on the promenade.
Check the tide charts before planning a fishing trip, as the pier's accessibility to the water changes significantly.
Visit the arcade towards the end of your walk to experience the traditional seaside amusement culture.
Do not attempt to fish near the cafe entrance or in the main thoroughfare where families and strollers congregate.
The pier remains open year-round, though sections may occasionally close for private events or severe weather maintenance.
Fishing is only permitted in designated marked zones; refrain from casting lines in the central pedestrian walkway.
