Residents say their “up and coming” seaside town is a peaceful alternative to Brighton . Worthing has much to offer, despite being hit by the recent closure of its pier due to storm damage. There's a museum and art gallery, a long stretch of beach and access to the South Downs and a growing range of restaurants and coffee bars.
The town centre is bustling on weekdays and weekends alike, with shoppers enjoying the large number of businesses that trade there. The Argus asked residents what it is like to live in the area. Linda Mercure, 71, and husband Ronnie, 69, have lived in Worthing town centre for four years.
Linda and Ronnie Mercure would like to see the return of the traditional farmer's market (Image: The Argus) Linda said: “We have the Wednesday market, but the farmer's market was really good. “We like it here, the residents are kind. We like being able to walk to everything.
“It’s got all the banks and building societies, to have them all in Worthing is quite a surprise.” READ MORE: Worthing fireworks cancelled due to closure of unsafe pier However, Linda said homelessness was an issue in the centre and Ronnie said better monitoring of drinking in the town centre is needed. Jenny Cashin, 66, said the town is “very diverse and up and coming”.
Jenny said the town 'has a lot going for it' (Image: The Argus) She said: “I really do think there’s a lot going for us. We have changed over the years. “I love it here.
” Jenny said events needed to be adv.