Christchurch Harbour, Natural harbor and Scientific Interest Site in Dorset, England
Two major rivers, the Avon and Stour, merge into this shallow harbor with mudflats, salt marshes, and intertidal zones supporting numerous bird species.
The harbor formed 7000 years ago after the last ice age when rising sea levels transformed the landscape previously inhabited by Stone Age hunters.
Three sailing clubs maintain maritime traditions in the harbor, offering opportunities for water activities and connecting residents with nautical heritage.
The harbor contains 1,400 small boat moorings across its waters, enabling activities such as sailing, rowing, canoeing, and windsurfing throughout the year.
The harbor experiences a double high water phenomenon during each tide due to specific tidal harmonics in the English Channel.
Location: Dorset
GPS coordinates: 50.72285,-1.75404
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:34
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