Category: "whats-on"
Chichester Harbour Nature Notes
Each month Ed Rowsell, the Conservation Officer at Chichester Harbour Conservancy, talks about the latest nature news in and around Chichester Harbour. During July you might see more fox and badger cubs as they become more self sufficient during the summer months. On the other hand it is a quiet time for... read more »
December Nature Notes
The mild spell experienced in November is now giving way to colder weather. This is good for birders as there will potentially be more bird movements from Scandinavia and the Baltic. One of the Manhood Peninsula's most important species, the water vole, is not so evident now, however frogs and toads... read more »
November Nature Notes
The autumn colour in Chichester Harbour is now at its best. The leaves on many trees are turning bright yellow, orange and red, a spectacular demonstration of autumn's palette. Many young Brent geese are here along with other winter visitors, and if you look carefully you might even see... read more »
October Nature Notes
A roundup of what you can expect to see in and around the natural environment of Chichester Harbour is produced every month by Ed Rowsell, the Conservation Officer at Chichester Harbour Conservancy. This month Nature Notes talks about the arrival of the first Brent Geese, sees how mammals prepare for cold weather, and... read more »
Nature Notes
A roundup of what you can expect to see in and around the natural environment of Chichester Harbour is produced every month by Ed Rowsell, the Conservation Officer at Chichester Harbour Conservancy. This month see how the stormy weather in early September affected insects and butterflies. Find out about fox and badger cubs who are... read more »
Circular Cycle Routes
A leaflet suggesting cycling routes round the quiet lanes and cycle paths of the Manhood Peninsula has been produced by the Selsey Cycle Network . Called Manhood Peninsula Circular Cycle Tours, the cycle routes are mainly on minor roads or traffic free routes and show the routes round Chichester and... read more »
Selsey Festival
The ninth Selsey Festival takes place this year from Monday 8th until Monday 29th August 2011. Over 70 events will be taking place in and around Selsey, such as the annual Manhood Wildlife & Heritage Group exhibition called Wild about the Manhood Peninsula, or the Burnetts Family Fun Fair.... read more »
Wild About the Peninsula
On Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st August the Manhood Wildlife & Heritage Group are holding an event at the Selsey Centre inviting everyone to come along and find out about wildlife on the Manhood Peninsula. Lots of things to see and do for the whole family have been planned, and refreshments... read more »
MWHG Pagham Harbour Walks
The Manhood Wildlife and Heritage Group (MWHG) has organised a series of monthly walks in and around Pagham Harbour. The walks will take place on one Wednesday each month between April and August this year. MWHG are organising the walks under the banner of Manhood Marine Matters, MWHG’s coastal... read more »
Selsey Gardens Open Day
Sunday, 29th May 2011, 11.00 am - 5.00 pm Selsey is the most southerly parish in Sussex and was an Island until the 19th Century. This charming coastal town is opening nineteen stunning gardens this year. The trail meanders through the town visiting cottage and award winning wildlife gardens; continuing... read more »
Earth Hour
Earth Hour is a campaign run by the WWF. They are encouraging everyone to turn off their lights for one hour to help support their mission to promote the need for urgent action to tackle climate change and protect the natural world. You can take part in Earth Hour on Saturday... read more »
Water Vole Project Officer
An exceptional opportunity is being offered to work with the Manhood Wildlife & Heritage Group. The right person is being sought for a fixed short term contract between spring to autumn 2011, to safeguard water voles on the Manhood Peninsula. The job is funded by the Big Lottery Community Wildlife Fund. Details about the post can... read more »
Chichester Harbour Nature Notes
Each month Ed Rowsell, Conservation Officer at Chichester Harbour Conservancy, provides an update about the residents of Chichester Harbour AONB. This month Ed looks at migrating geese and boxing brown hares. Click HERE to find out more about who is doing what in Chichester Harbour.read more »
Bird watching on the Solar Boat
Winter is now upon us and winter migrant bird populations have arrived in Chichester Harbour. An unusual and peaceful way of getting close to the birds without disturbing them is on Solar Heritage, the solar powered catamaran run by Chichester Harbour Conservancy. Bird watching boat trips are being offered during the autumn... read more »
Pagham Harbour Wildfowl & Wader Walk
Pagham Harbour Local Nature Reserve Wildfowl and Wader Walk Saturday 18 December - 10.30am till 12.30pm Join the Warden for a 2 hour amble along the Reserve’s West Side to Church Norton, in search of migrant and over-wintering wildfowl and waders as numbers steadily build up in the Harbour. Bring... read more »
Manhood Peninsula Destination Management Workshop
Do you have an opinion on how you would like to see the visitor economy on the Manhood Peninsula develop over the next 5-10 years? If so, the University of Chichester are running a... read more »
Selsey Coastal Trust
Do you have an idea for a business or regeneration project on Selsey’s coastline that would enhance the town and contribute to its long-term future? If so, the Selsey Coastal Trust project would like to hear from you. In December 2009, Chichester District Council was successfull in bidding for funding... read more »
Oyster boat 'Terror'
The Terror is the last remaining oyster boat from the once thriving fleet that worked out of Emsworth. A few years ago the vessel was noticed by John Davis, former Chichester Harbour Master and Manager , who recognised its historic worth. The vessel was then taken under the wing of Chichester Harbour Conservancy as part of... read more »
Selsey Festival 2010
The eighth Selsey Festival begins on Friday 6th of August and runs until Mon 30th August. There are many new and different events showcasing the local talent, skill and enthusiasm Selsey has to offer. The Festival organisers invite you toTake a Walk on the Wild Side with the Manhood Wildlife... read more »
Manhood Wildlife & Heritage Group
This year’s Manhood Wildlife & Heritage Group annual exhibition will be held on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd August, 11:00 am – 4:30 pm at the Selsey Centre, Manor Road, Selsey. This is a celebration on the wealth and diversity of wildlife in the area with the main focus on... read more »