The meaning behind Blue Monday was first published in a 2005 press release from travel company Sky Travel, blaming a mix of winter weather, longer nights and the fun of the festive season being consigned to memory.
But there is plenty to be cheerful about Worthing – here are just 12 things...
5. Worthing Pride
The annual, colourful, family friendly celebration, always draws the crowds Photo: Eddie Mitchell
6. Our own MasterChef winner
Worthing's Kenny Tutt won MasterChef in 2018 and went on to open Pitch and Bayside Social Photo: JPIMedia
7. Worthing Food and Drink Festival
The festival, held in Steyne Gardens, attracts thousands of people to the town Photo: Eddie Mitchell
8. Worthing town centre
The town centre has a great mix of national chains and independents, with improvements coming Photo: Eddie Mitchell