🏠 The Shoreline Club & The Swinging Sixties


The Shoreline Club (1960’s)

The Shoreline Club in Bognor Regis has a rich and somewhat varied history, known primarily for two distinct periods:

1. A Historic 1960s Music Venue:

  • Originally opening in the Caribbean Hotel in Bognor Regis in 1965, The Shoreline Club quickly gained a reputation as a significant rock music venue on England's south coast.

  • It promoted itself as "The only Beatscene on the South Coast" and hosted "All Nite Raves."

  • The club attracted notable acts of the time, including David Bowie (and The Buzz), Them, Pink Floyd, The Move, and Geno Washington & the Ram Jam Band.

  • In late 1966, it was handed over to the owners of the famous Marquee Club in London, further cementing its place in music history.

2. The Modern Shoreline Hotel at Butlin's Bognor Regis:

  • Today, the "Shoreline Club" is more commonly associated with the Shoreline Hotel within the Butlin's Bognor Regis resort.

  • This stylish hotel is designed with families and especially younger children in mind, featuring nautical-themed decor, including ship-themed rooms and carpets.

  • It underwent a significant refurbishment in 2015.

  • Facilities and Amenities at the Shoreline Hotel:

    • Spacious bedrooms with sitting areas, flat-screen TVs, DVD players, fridges, and private kids' areas with their own TVs and DVD players.

    • The hotel offers reserved parking facilities.

    • It has its own bistro restaurant, the South Coast Restaurant and Bar, offering traditional and international cuisine, including healthy options and kid-friendly choices with lowered countertops and an ice cream machine.

    • A stylish cocktail bar and sun terrace.

    • Conveniently located within the Butlin's resort, it offers easy access to the Skyline Pavilion, swimming pool, fairground, and other activities.

    • Some rooms, particularly the Nelson State Rooms, offer excellent sea views with floor-to-ceiling windows and large balconies.

    • Microwaves are available on each floor for guest use.

In summary, while The Shoreline Club was once a legendary 1960s music hotspot, the name "Shoreline" in Bognor Regis today primarily refers to the family-focused Shoreline Hotel at the Butlin's resort, offering modern amenities and a comfortable stay for holidaymakers.