Your Trusted Estate Agent In Broadwater

Broadwater’s name harks back to an old inlet of water that once stretched inland. Long before Worthing became the seaside town we know today, Broadwater was already a thriving little village with its own market and strong sense of community.

St Mary’s Church is one of the oldest landmarks in the area, its Norman tower has stood for over 900 years! Built with stone imported from France, it’s seen a lot over the centuries, doubling up not just as a church, but as a courthouse, meeting hall, and a place of refuge.

Just near the Grove Lodge roundabout, you’ll find the Midsummer Tree, a 300-year-old elm steeped in local legend. According to folklore, skeletons rise from its roots to dance on Midsummer’s Eve at midnight. First written about in 1868, the tale still gives locals something to talk about today.

Broadwater Cricket Club has been playing on the Green since 1771 – making it the oldest cricket club in Worthing. Cricket has been part of local life here since the 1720s, and the club is still going strong, carrying on a proud tradition that spans centuries.

It’s easy to forget, but Broadwater was once the main parish, long before Worthing grew into a town. Back then, Worthing was just a tiny fishing village. The old parish of Broadwater also included Offington, and the whole area was brought together as part of the Borough of Worthing in 1902.