Sussex, England, United Kingdom

Fairlight Glen

Fairlight Glen is a beach located in Sussex, UK that is secluded and narrow with shingle. However, the surf hides rocks that can make swimming potentially hazardous, and there is no lifeguard service available. Access to the beach can be difficult due to a steep and hazardous path from the closest car park, although recent measures have been taken to make it easier.

The beach is situated near a nature reserve that is home to various wildflowers and bird species. Naturism is established on the beach, with naturists being the majority as you move further East from the access path. Nevertheless, both naturist and non-naturist visitors frequent the beach.

Discover places to stay near Fairlight Glen and enjoy the unique blend of naturism and nature reserve tranquility.

Although there are several car parks adjacent to the beach, it has had access problems in the past due to coastal erosion.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beautiful scenery and remote, wild location of Fairlight Glen beach, which is similar to some Mediterranean beaches. The walk to the beach is enjoyable, but visitors should be aware of the steep and rocky path. Clothing is optional on the beach, and visitors should bring their own food and drink. Some visitors note that the beach may not be safe and is not sandy.

Where to Stay near Fairlight Glen?

Visitors to Fairlight Glen often stay in nearby Hastings, a historic town with a range of accommodation options from quaint bed and breakfasts to modern hotels. For those seeking a more rural experience, the village of Fairlight offers charming cottages and is only a short drive from the beach.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Fairlight Glen?

Latitude: 50.8646549 / Longitude: 0.6313987

Fairlight Glen is located in Sussex. The following map of Fairlight Glen shows the exact location.


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Fairlight Glen: Weather Today

📅 Friday, April 24, 2026
Today is not an ideal day for a trip to the beach, as the conditions are better suited for a brisk walk along the cliffs than for relaxation by the water. While the sky will remain mostly clear and bright, the air temperature is quite cool at 14.1 °C, making it far too chilly for sunbathing. The wind is notably strong, which will make the shoreline feel significantly colder and create choppy water conditions with noticeable waves reaching 1.0 m. Furthermore, the water is very cold at 11.7 °C, so it is definitely not suitable for swimming. If you do head out, be sure to wrap up in warm, windproof layers to stay comfortable against the persistent breeze coming off the water.
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Air

Low / High6.2°C/14.1°C
Feels Like (High)11.3°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature11.7 °C
Wave Height1.0 m
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Rain

Rain Chance0%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset05:44/20:06
Sunshine Hours13.0 hrs
UV Index4.3
Cloud Cover14%
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Wind

Speed26.6 km/h
Gusts45.4 km/h
DirectionNE

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