A coastal harbour town on Chichester Harbour, known for its food scene and independent shops.
Emsworth is a charming coastal town at the head of Chichester Harbour, known for its picturesque waterfront, independent shops, and excellent food scene. The town sits on the border of Hampshire and West Sussex, with the harbour and tidal mill pond giving it a distinctive maritime character.
## Emsworth Town Centre
South Street is the heart of Emsworth's independent retail and dining offer, running from the square down toward the harbour. The town has a strong concentration of quality restaurants and cafes — Fat Olives and 36 On The Quay are among the most celebrated, drawing visitors from across the region. Independent shops, galleries, and specialist retailers give Emsworth a character quite distinct from larger nearby towns.
## Emsworth Harbour and Waterfront
The harbour is tidal and used primarily for leisure sailing and small craft. The waterfront walk around the mill pond is a popular local route, connecting the town square to the seafront at Slipper Pond. The Emsworth Sailing Club has been based on the waterfront for well over a century.
## Getting to Emsworth
Emsworth has a railway station on the West Coastway Line, with services to Havant, Chichester, Brighton, and London Victoria. The A259 connects Emsworth westward to Havant and Portsmouth and east toward Chichester. Parking is available in the town square and on North Street.
Businesses in Emsworth
Fat Olives
Celebrated independent restaurant on South Street, Emsworth.
Nicolino's Italian Restaurant
Long-established Italian restaurant on South Street, Emsworth.
36 On The Quay Restaurant with Rooms
Fine dining restaurant with rooms on the Emsworth harbourside.
Flintstones Tea Room
Quayside tearoom and cafe in Emsworth town centre.
BLOOMS Restaurant & Tearoom
Restaurant and tearoom in Emsworth, open all day.
Darbar Restaurant
Indian restaurant serving authentic curry in Emsworth.