East Beach Pond is located to the east of Selsey between Beach and East Beach Roads. Wheelchair and
pushchair user friendly paths encircle the pond with
seating and picnic tables available.
In 2010 and 2011 the area was awarded “Gold” in the South and South East in Bloom Conservation Area category and the Green Pennant. Historically the site was marshy and a part of Selsey Common. The tram line between Chichester and Selsey ran to the south side in the area of the solid footpath. ‘Beach’ station (built 1898) was approximately where the play area is today.
In 2003 the pond was enlarged to cope with the increase of surface water following the further growth of Selsey. The pond and car park, if necessary, acting as water storage “tanks”. The mature Black Poplar tree seen on the island was once on the bank of the original pond. 2004, continue to manage the pond site, working with representatives from Chichester District Council and Selsey Town Council, for the benefit of wildlife and the community.
In 2003 the pond was enlarged to cope with the increase of surface water following the further growth of Selsey. The pond and car park, if necessary, acting as water storage “tanks”. The mature Black Poplar tree seen on the island was once on the bank of the original pond. 2004, continue to manage the pond site, working with representatives from Chichester District Council and Selsey Town Council, for the benefit of wildlife and the community.
What you might see at the pond:
People having a picnic or peacefully sitting
Willow being coppiced by local fishermen for their baskets
The Selsey Model Boat Club launching their boats on a Sunday and Wednesday morning,
Community Schools pond dipping
Wildfowl including Mallards, Mute Swans, Canada Geese, Heron, Common Gulls. Occasional visitors are Mandarin, Widgeon, Kingfisher and Water Rail.
Bats, including the Pipistrelle
Dragonflies and Damsels
And if you sit quietly you may be rewarded by a glimpse of one of Britain’ most endangered mammals, the very timid Water Vole.
A Place for People and Wildlife
