Worthing local guide
Independent Shops in Worthing
Worthing is full of small independent shops, galleries, makers, jewellers, gift shops, cafes and local businesses. Many are only a short walk from Bath Place, the seafront and Worthing Pier.
Jacob's Bagels is based at 9 Bath Place, so this guide starts close to us and spreads out through the town centre, Warwick Street, the seafront, Brighton Road, Liverpool Road and Rowlands Road.
Independent places to visit near Bath Place
This is not every independent business in Worthing, but it is a good starting point if you want to support local shops and make more of a Worthing visit. Opening times can change, so it is always worth checking before making a special trip.
Jacob's Bagels
A small local bagel shop at 9 Bath Place, serving fresh bagels, filled bagels, coffee, pretzels, cakes and sweet things close to Worthing town centre.
Best for: breakfast, lunch, coffee and a proper local bagel stop.
Get directionsI Love Candy
A colourful sweet shop on Bath Place selling pick and mix, retro sweets, rock, popcorn, candyfloss, slush puppies, American chocolates and sweet gifts.
Best for: families, treats, gifts and a proper old-school sweet shop moment.
Visit listingEmporium Worthing
A Warwick Street shop with preloved designer clothing, homeware, skincare, gifts and a relaxed social feel, including drinks and seating.
Best for: browsing, gifts, preloved style and something a bit different.
Visit websiteWhibleys The Jewellers
An independent family-run jeweller on Warwick Street, with jewellery, watches, clocks, silverware, antiques, gifts and repair services.
Best for: jewellery, watches, special gifts and proper personal service.
Visit websiteInspired
A bright independent shop on The Promenade near Worthing Pier, selling work from local artists, designers and makers, including prints, jewellery, cards, clothing and homeware.
Best for: colourful gifts, local art and Worthing-inspired things to take home.
Visit websiteFirst & Last
A lifestyle shop near Steyne Gardens with art, homeware, accessories, stationery, skincare, books and jewellery from local and independent makers.
Best for: thoughtful gifts, design-led pieces and sustainable shopping.
Visit listingEclectic Home
A Brighton Road shop with distinctive home and garden pieces, including new and pre-loved items, antiques, upcycled finds and decorative objects.
Best for: interiors, vintage finds and one-off pieces with character.
Visit listingLaughing Dog Worthing
An independent home, lifestyle and gift shop with a cafe on Brighton Road, stocking carefully chosen local and independent-maker products.
Best for: brunch, gifts, dog-friendly browsing and local maker products.
Visit websiteAries Dog Boutique
A Liverpool Buildings shop specialising in dog fashion and accessories, including harnesses, collars, leads, coats, jumpers, treats and handmade accessories.
Best for: dog owners, gifts for pets and dog-friendly Worthing exploring.
Visit websiteSewsilver
An independent jewellery and gift shop in the Guildbourne Centre, with sterling silver, stainless steel, semi-precious gemstones, watches, giftware and cards.
Best for: affordable jewellery, gifts and something more personal than a chain store.
Visit websiteHow Bazaar
A Montague Street shop known locally for handcrafted furniture, jewellery, scarves, jade carvings, accessories and gifts from around the world.
Best for: unique gifts, jewellery and relaxed browsing.
Visit listingShoreline Gallery
An independent studio and gallery on Rowlands Road, with original art, coastal-inspired interiors, ceramics and carefully chosen handmade pieces.
Best for: art, coastal gifts and original local pieces.
Visit websiteMake it a local Worthing wander
A good route is simple: start around Bath Place, walk through Warwick Street, head towards the pier and promenade, then loop back through Brighton Road, Liverpool Road or Rowlands Road depending on how much time you have.
It makes Worthing feel more like a place to explore than just somewhere to park, shop quickly and leave. Stop for coffee, buy something from a local maker, browse a gallery, then come back for a bagel when you are hungry.
Why shop independent in Worthing?
Independent businesses give Worthing its personality. They make the town more interesting for visitors, better for local people, and less like everywhere else.
- You are more likely to find something unusual or locally made.
- Your money supports real local people and small teams.
- Independent shops help make Worthing worth visiting.
- You can turn a simple day out into a proper local experience.
Start in Bath Place
Bagels, coffee and independent Worthing
If you are planning a wander around Worthing's independent shops, Jacob's Bagels is a useful place to start or finish. Find us at 9 Bath Place for fresh bagels, filled bagels, coffee, pretzels and cakes.
