Chichester Harbour National Landscape

Tidal creeks, coastal paths, and landscapes shaped by the sea

Sheltered waters, saltmarsh, mudflats, and low-lying farmland create a landscape where land and sea are closely connected. Straddling the Hampshire and West Sussex coast, Chichester Harbour National Landscape is one of England's most important natural harbours, shaped by tides, wildlife, and a network of waterways that reach deep into the surrounding countryside.

Long-distance routes such as the Solent Way and sections of the England Coast Path pass through the landscape, linking places including Chichester, Bosham, Itchenor, Emsworth, Hayling Island, and West Wittering. Coastal footpaths, harbour-side trails, village lanes, and shoreline routes reveal changing views across tidal creeks, sailing waters, mudflats, and open coastline, creating journeys that follow the rhythm of the harbour and its surrounding settlements.

Whether walking beside the water, exploring historic harbourside villages, or following coastal routes between estuaries and beaches, Chichester Harbour rewards a slower pace and close attention to the landscape. Wildlife, changing tides, and expansive coastal views make it one of England's most distinctive destinations for self-guided travel.