I travelled by car to a suitable place to commence my walk for the entire periphery, I set aside 3 hours. I decided to commence on the East side. The walk towards the Marina by road was pleasant, a couple of motorists caused me concern...More

After working on Thorney Island for the Royal Artillery in 2016 to 2017 constructing living quarters for the troops. My wife asked me to find a local walk on a chilly morning that we could do with our young cocker spaniel Barney. It seemed a...More

Really nice unspoilt conservation area. It is inhabited by the military so access to certain areas is restricted. Nice place to walk the dogs and has shallow water all around so good for young children or little dogs. Not a place you can stop for...More

A great place to walk, with dog or without, and you can spend as little as 15 minutes to soak up the atmosphere or a whole day if you take a picnic and walk all the way around Thorney Island and picnic on the broad...More

I've walked this part of the coast numerous times, firstly with the dog, and then more recently with my kids. The views of the sea and the hidden gems of our coastline are a must see. Fortunately the less intrepid won't be far from a...More

Can only visit with a security pass from ex military. War graves exist here for both British and German serviceman

I enjoyed the walk around Thorney Island. It's serene and scenic with fine views over some of the creeks of Chichester Harbour, and there are stretches that feel slightly remote. En route I went in the beautiful church at West Thorney. The island has no...More