Itchenor & Chichester Harbour Water Tours
West Itchenor
A harbour village crowded with sailing boats, where you can take a cruise around Chichester Harbour and maybe spot seals and flocks of waterbirds.
Chichester Harbour is one of the largest natural harbours on England’s south coast and is designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. West Itchenor is the main sailing centre within the harbour. Its quay runs daily Chichester Harbour Water Tours of about 1.5 hours, where you may see harbour seals and waterbirds such as oystercatchers and brent geese. Ferries also cross to Bosham Hoe on the opposite shore. The village has an old pub and a riverside footpath. It lies about 9 km southwest of Chichester city centre. You can cycle or take a bus, and it is best to book the cruise in advance.
Opening hours
Boat cruises approx. April–October; check website for schedules
Nearby sights
- Bosham
- West Wittering Beach
- Fishbourne Roman Palace
- Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve
- Bishop's Palace Gardens
- Chichester Ship Canal
- Chichester Cathedral
- The Novium Museum