Autumn brings a different kind of beauty to Chichester Harbour. Soft light falls across the water, the shoreline takes on its seasonal colours and flocks of birds return to spend the winter here. It’s a wonderful time to wrap up warm and see this special landscape from the water. This October and November, join us […]
Discover the magic of Chichester Harbour This summer, why travel far when one of the South Coast’s most beautiful landscapes is right on your doorstep? As part of the Make it a West Sussex Summer campaign, there’s never been a better time to slow down, explore locally and discover the incredible places that make West […]
Our tour boat is undergoing some essential maintenance and we are not currently running any trips. We are busy putting together a great schedule for 2026, so please check back in the new year for more information.
Autumn is a beautiful time to take to the water on a boat trip in Chichester Harbour. In autumn, the harbour’s saltmarshes and woodlands turn golden, russet and amber. The softer light makes the water shimmer in a different way, and the sunsets can be spectacular. Autumn is also prime time for migratory birds and […]
A boat trip in Chichester Harbour is one of the best ways to experience the natural beauty, history and peaceful charm of this very special area. This summer we have a wide range of boat trips to choose from, and some special events too! Harbour Discovery – over the summer our boat trips depart from […]
There are lots of issues affecting our precious coastal habitats and nature recovery, water quality and sea-level rise are some of the most critical. Our three new animations, narrated by “Terri the Tern”, allow a unique view over, alongside and under the waters of Chichester Harbour, sharing some of the threats facing our wildlife.
A pair of Bottlenose Dolphins were spotted in the Itchenor Channel by people enjoying a sunset boat trip on Solar Heritage, our solar-powered tour boat. The dolphins followed the boat for much of the trip. Sightings were also reported from a number of sailors and boaters in the area.
An eco-friendly antifoul was recently applied to Solar Heritage. She underwent routine maintenance at Hayling Yacht Company on Hayling Island and following the application of a new silicone-based antifoul, the boat’s green credentials are better than ever.