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unusual facts about Chichester Harbour


Elminius modestus

modestus originated in Australia and was first seen in British waters, in Chichester Harbour, during the Second World War.


Langstone

To the west of the road bridge the remains of the former railway bridge are visible; Langstone Harbour lies to the west of the railway bridge, Chichester Harbour to the east.

Portsmouth and Arundel Canal

The Portsea section was connected to the rest via a 13-mile channel dredged through Chichester Harbour, past the southern side of Thorney Island (original plan was to go around the northern side) and to the north of Hayling Island, and finally across Langstone Harbour.


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