This article deals with the far eastern side of Chichester Harbour, including Birdham Pool, Chichester Marina, and Dell Quay.

Although the harbour carries deepwater as far as Itchenor, from there onwards and in the approaches to the marinas tidal calculations will have to be made.  Marina berths are available here in complete shelter, although not exactly on top of big town facilities. ... read more

After passing through Itchenor the shallowing channel is not as clearly marked as it was...The moorings on either side show the way at first, and then the channel is marked by piles. From the visitors pontoon at Itchenor, the channel first trends southeast, then it meanders north eastwards. Just keep an eye on the green and red piles.

Branching off from the main channel there are two completely separate marked channels across the drying mud banks. The first leads to Birdham Pool, which is perhaps one of the oldest marinas in the UK. Set in what was originally a tide mill pond, this rustic and charming outfit can handle boats up to 15 m long with a 2 m  draft  maximum. Access is via a lock. ... read more

The visiting yachtsman or motorboater will find that it's not possible to anchor anywhere in the  eastern area of Chichester harbour and remain afloat.  Birdham Pool and Chichester Marina both offer floating moorings for visitors,  but a suitable rise of tide will be needed to approach either of these, and locking in is required. Pilotage information and prices are now given for both these marinas:

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