Hayling Island Guide

Practical guides and local knowledge

Everything you need to know about living in and visiting Hayling Island. These guides are written with genuine local knowledge.

Shopping

• Supermarkets and Grocery Shopping on Hayling Island
  Where to do the weekly shop on and off the island
• Shopping in Mengham on Hayling Island
  The island's main local shopping area
• Garden Centres on Hayling Island
  Plants, gardening supplies and more

Housing

• Estate Agents on Hayling Island
  Buying and selling property on the island
• House Prices on Hayling Island
  The property market and what it costs to live here
• New Housing Developments on Hayling Island
  Planning, building and the housing debate
• Renting on Hayling Island
  The rental market and tenant experience

Parks & Nature

• Chichester Harbour from Hayling Island
  The harbour on the island's eastern shore
• Langstone Harbour from Hayling Island
  The harbour on the island's western shore
• Beaches on Hayling Island
  Sand, shingle and the seafront
• The Hayling Billy Trail
  Walking and cycling the old railway line
• Birdwatching on Hayling Island
  Wildlife, waders and winter visitors
• Dog Walking on Hayling Island
  Beaches, trails and open spaces for dogs
• Nature Reserves around Hayling Island
  Protected habitats and wildlife sites

Culture

• Holiday Accommodation on Hayling Island
  Where to stay on the island
• Arts and Culture on Hayling Island
  Creative life and cultural activities
• Festivals and Annual Events on Hayling Island
  The island's calendar of celebrations

Environment

• Water Quality around Hayling Island
  Bathing water, harbour health and sewage concerns
• Flooding Risk on Hayling Island
  Coastal flooding, defences and living with water
• Recycling and Waste on Hayling Island
  Bin collections, recycling and waste disposal
• Coastal Erosion on Hayling Island
  The changing coastline and sea defence challenges

Food & Drink

• Restaurants on Hayling Island
  Where to eat out on the island
• Pubs on Hayling Island
  The island's local pubs and bars
• Cafes on Hayling Island
  Tea rooms, coffee shops and seaside cafes
• Fish and Chips on Hayling Island
  Traditional seaside fish and chip shops
• Takeaway Food on Hayling Island
  Delivery and collection options on the island

Transport

• The Hayling Island Bridge
  The single road link to the mainland
• Bus Services on Hayling Island
  Public transport to and from the island
• Cycling on Hayling Island
  Routes, trails and two-wheeled island life
• Parking on Hayling Island
  Car parks, beach parking and seasonal charges
• Ferry Services from Hayling Island
  The Hayling Ferry and harbour crossings

Sports

• Windsurfing on Hayling Island
  The birthplace of the sport
• Sailing on Hayling Island
  Dinghy sailing, yacht racing and the sailing clubs
• Golf on Hayling Island
  The island's links course and golfing heritage
• Kitesurfing on Hayling Island
  Wind-powered thrills on the south coast
• Fishing on and around Hayling Island
  Sea fishing, shore fishing and harbour angling

Health

• Doctors and Healthcare on Hayling Island
  GP services and medical care on the island
• Dental Services on Hayling Island
  NHS and private dental care on the island
• Pharmacies on Hayling Island
  Prescription services and healthcare advice
• Care Homes on Hayling Island
  Residential and nursing care for older residents

Education

• Schools on Hayling Island
  Education for children on the island
• Pre-Schools and Nurseries on Hayling Island
  Early years childcare and education

History

• The Hayling Island Railway
  The branch line that connected the island, 1867-1963
• St Mary's Church, North Hayling
  The medieval church at the heart of the island's history
• The Butlins Story on Hayling Island
  The holiday camp that shaped the island, 1930s-2009
• Hayling Island in the Second World War
  The island's role in wartime defence and D-Day preparations

Community

• Community Events on Hayling Island
  Festivals, fairs and island gatherings
• Churches and Places of Worship on Hayling Island
  Religious life and church communities
• Volunteering on Hayling Island
  Giving time to the island community
• Island Identity and Community Spirit on Hayling Island
  What makes Hayling different from the mainland

Services

• Council Services on Hayling Island
  Local government and community services
• Hayling Island Library
  Books, services and community space
• Emergency Services on Hayling Island
  Fire, ambulance, coastguard and lifeboat coverage