January in Chichester Harbour
There is lots to do in and around Chichester Harbour during the cilly month of January. See Chichester Harbour Conservancy's website for lots more information and contact them directly to make a booking. In the meatime take a look at the list below to wet your appetite for things to do this month:
Fri 6 Jan, 10am - 12pm
Harbour Creekies: Chichester Marina
A gentle, 2 mile stroll to welcome the new year and enjoy some fresh air. Refreshments provided.
Fee: £5 on the day, (free to Friends of Chichester Harbour - to join click here).
Meet: Chichester Marina, Birdham, PO20 7EJ. Free visitors’ car park on the right.
Sun 15 Jan, 1pm - 3pm
Try Nordic Walking
Get your walking poles out and learn to walk the Nordic Walking way with a qualified instructor.
Fee: £5 per person on the day.
Meet: Outside the Harbour Office, Itchenor, PO20 7AW. Roadside parking or pay and display car park.
Sat 21 Jan, 10am - 3pm
Harbour Hares: Itchenor and the Witterings
A faster-paced, 10 mile circular walk from Itchenor to both East and West Wittering, crossing countryside and along the shoreline. Paths could be very muddy. Stop for optional coffee in East Wittering.
Fee: £5 per person on the day, (free to Friends of Chichester Harbour - to join click here)
Meet: Outside the Harbour Office, Itchenor, PO20 7AW. Roadside parking or pay and display car park.
Sat 28 Jan, 4pm - 5.30pm
Seals in Chichester and Langstone Harbours
The Conservancy carries out official surveys of the Common and Grey seals that are found in Chichester and Langstone Harbours. Come and hear the results of this year’s surveys, see wonderful photos and learn all about the seals through the inspirational enthusiasm of John Arnott, an expert on marine mammals.
Fee: £5, advance booking is essential.
Meet: Harbour Education Centre, Dell Quay, PO20 7EE. Roadside parking (bring a torch).
Art and Photography
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Sat 14 Jan, 10am - 2pm
Drawing for Relaxation
Sue Ogilvy, artist and teacher will lead this workshop starting with an introduction to different drawing techniques, followed by a walk along the shoreline to make a series of sketches which you will develop into a final piece. Basic materials will be provided but you might like to bring your own equipment and materials too. Please bring a packed lunch
and dress for the weather.
Fee: £20 per person, advance booking is essential on 01243 513275.
Meet: Harbour Education Centre, Dell Quay, PO20 7EE. Roadside parking.
Sun 22 Jan, 9.30am - 3.30pm
Photography
Be inspired by the location and the guidance of professional photographer, Iain McGowan to take great photographs in Chichester Harbour. Beginners to experts welcome. Dress in outdoor gear with footwear for muddy conditions and bring a packed lunch (or buy lunch at the pub). All attendees must attend safety briefing at 9.30am.
Half day review session on Sunday 26 March, 10am - 12pm to share some of your work, bring prints of your chosen photos for sharing and discussion. Refreshments provided.
Fee: £28 per person for both sessions, (minimum age 15 yrs), advance booking is essential on 01243 513275.
Meet: Harbour Education Centre, Dell Quay, PO20 7EE. Roadside parking.
Sun 29 Jan, 10am - 1pm
Begin a Harbour Photo Diary
Bring your phone, Ipad or compact camera to record your visit to Dell Quay and begin your very own photo diary for the year under the guidance of artist photographer Barry Williams. A blank A5 hard-backed book, a print of your favourite photo, and refreshments are provided.
Fee: £10 per person, advance booking is essential on 01243 513275.
Meet: Harbour Education, Dell Quay, PO20 7EE. Roadside parking.
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Birdwatching
Sat 28 Jan, 9am - 10.30am |
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Boat Trips |
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Solar Heritage is a 14 metre, solar powered catamaran licensed for public boat trips. She can carry up to 50 passengers. The boat is open-sided for unimpeded views so warm clothing and wet weather gear is advised. There is a toilet onboard and the boat is fitted with a wheelchair lift. Numbers are limited so booking in advance is recommended for all trips. Phone 01243 513275 Friends of Chichester Harbour members are offered a discount of £1 per ticket. To join the Friends, please click here. Please quote membership number when booking. All trips depart from outside the Harbour Office, Itchenor, PO20 7AW. Please park in the pay and display car park. Sun 15 Jan, 10am, 1 1/2 hrs Sat 21 Jan, 11am, 1 1/2 hrs and |
Birdham
A small village on the shore of Chichester Harbour and on the western side of the Manhood Peninsula Birdham is mainly known for its two locked marinas. One of these, Birdham Pool is thought to be the oldest marina in the country. The other, Chichester Marina, is one of the largest marinas in the country. Between Birdham Pool and... Read More»
Maritime History
For most of its history, Sussex has been an agricultural county. The Chichester area, with the fertile coastal plain for arable and the Downs for sheep and cattle grazing, has long been one of the richest in agricultural terms. Just as the medieval sea trades were based on wool, Chichester Harbour’s sea trade from the 17th to the early... Read More»
Solar Boat
There are many environmental benefits to be found when using an electrically driven Solar Powered catamaran as opposed to more conventional fuel driven vessels: · Silent running – therefore no disturbance to birds, animals or humans · No exhaust emissions – therefore no CO2 contribution to greenhouse gases · The twin hull configuration contributes two major benefits; tremendous stability and no wash.... Read More»