{"id":3887,"date":"2017-01-02T13:35:46","date_gmt":"2017-01-02T13:35:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peninsulapartnership.org.uk\/?p=3887"},"modified":"2017-01-02T13:35:46","modified_gmt":"2017-01-02T13:35:46","slug":"january-in-chichester-harbour","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/peninsulapartnership.org.uk\/january-in-chichester-harbour\/","title":{"rendered":"January in Chichester Harbour"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\u00a0 for things to do this month:<\/p>\n

Fri 6 Jan, 10am - 12pm<\/strong>
\nHarbour Creekies: Chichester Marina<\/strong>
\nA gentle, 2 mile stroll to welcome the new year and enjoy some fresh air. Refreshments provided.
\nFee: \u00a35 on the day, (free to Friends of Chichester Harbour - \u00a0to join click here<\/a>).
\nMeet: Chichester Marina, Birdham, PO20 7EJ. Free visitors\u2019 car park on the right.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sun 15 Jan, 1pm - 3pm
\nTry Nordic Walking<\/strong>
\nGet your walking poles out and learn to walk the Nordic Walking way with a quali\ufb01ed instructor.
\nFee: \u00a35 per person on the day.
\nMeet: Outside the Harbour Of\ufb01ce, Itchenor, PO20 7AW. Roadside parking or pay and display car park.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sat 21 Jan, 10am - 3pm
\nHarbour Hares: Itchenor and the Witterings<\/strong>
\nA faster-paced, 10 mile circular walk from\u00a0 Itchenor to both\u00a0 East and West Wittering, crossing countryside\u00a0 and along\u00a0 the shoreline. Paths could be very muddy.\u00a0 Stop for optional coffee in East Wittering.
\nFee: \u00a35 per person on the day, (free to Friends of Chichester Harbour - to join click here<\/a>)
\nMeet:\u00a0 Outside the Harbour Of\ufb01ce, Itchenor, PO20 7AW. Roadside parking or pay and display car park.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sat 28 Jan, 4pm - 5.30pm
\nSeals in Chichester and Langstone Harbours<\/strong>
\nThe Conservancy carries out of\ufb01cial surveys of the Common and Grey seals that\u00a0 are found in Chichester and Langstone\u00a0 Harbours.\u00a0\u00a0 Come and hear the results of this year\u2019s surveys, see wonderful photos\u00a0 and learn all about the seals through the inspirational enthusiasm\u00a0 of John Arnott, an expert on marine\u00a0 mammals.
\nFee: \u00a35, advance booking is essential.
\nMeet: Harbour Education Centre, Dell Quay, PO20 7EE. Roadside parking (bring a torch).<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Sat 14 Jan, 10am - 2pm
\nDrawing for Relaxation<\/strong>
\nSue 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 \ufb01nal piece. Basic materials will be provided but you might like to bring your own equipment and materials too. Please bring a packed lunch
\nand dress for the weather.
\nFee: \u00a320 per person, advance booking is essential on 01243 513275.
\nMeet:\u00a0 Harbour Education Centre, Dell Quay, PO20 7EE. Roadside parking<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Sun 22 Jan, 9.30am - 3.30pm
\nPhotography<\/strong>
\nBe 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 brie\ufb01ng at 9.30am.
\nHalf 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.
\nFee: \u00a328 per person for both\u00a0 sessions, (minimum age 15 yrs), advance booking is essential on 01243 513275.
\nMeet: Harbour Education Centre, Dell Quay, PO20 7EE. Roadside parking.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sun 29 Jan, 10am - 1pm
\nBegin a Harbour Photo Diary<\/strong>
\nBring 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\u00a0 of artist photographer Barry Williams. A blank A5 hard-backed book, a print of your favourite photo, and refreshments are provided.
\nFee: \u00a310 per person, advance booking is essential on 01243 513275.
\nMeet: Harbour Education, Dell Quay, PO20 7EE. Roadside parking.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Sat 28 Jan, 9am - 10.30am
\nBirdwatching from the Quay<\/strong>
\nAn early birdwatching session on a rising tide on the quay at Dell Quay learning about the need to protect birds from disturbance, with Katrina Engle\ufb01eld, Ranger with the Solent Recreation Mitigation Partnership. Complimentary refreshments afterwards in the classroom.
\nFee: \u00a35 per person on the day.
\nMeet: Harbour Education, Dell Quay, PO20 7EE. Roadside parking<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Solar Heritage<\/em><\/strong> 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 \ufb01tted with a wheelchair lift.<\/p>\n

Numbers are limited so booking in advance is recommended for all trips. Phone 01243 513275<\/p>\n

Friends of Chichester Harbou<\/strong><\/em>r members are offered a discount of \u00a31 per ticket. To join the Friends, please click here<\/a>. Please quote membership\u00a0 number when booking.<\/p>\n

All trips depart from outside the Harbour Of\ufb01ce, Itchenor, PO20 7AW. Please park in the pay and display car park.<\/p>\n

Sun 15 Jan, 10am, 1 1\/2 hrs
\nBeginners\u2019 Bird Watching<\/strong>
\nGet started sighting and identifying birds of the Harbour on our silent solar powered vessel. Bring binoculars if you have them. With a birdwatching enthusiast\u00a0 on board.
\nFee: \u00a39.50 adult \/ \u00a34.50 child up to 16 years<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sat 21 Jan, 11am, 1 1\/2 hrs and
\nSun 22 Jan, 11am, 1 1\/2 hrs
\nBirdwatching<\/strong>
\nA gentle\u00a0 trip to enjoy the Harbour and look out for and identify the birds found in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With a natural history enthusiast\u00a0 on board.\u00a0 Dress warmly and bring binoculars.
\nFee: \u00a39.50 adult \/ \u00a34.50 child up to 16 years<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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