Langstone Harbour

Langstone Harbour is an inlet of the English Channel east of the city of Portsmouth and west of Hayling Island. Geographically it is a ria.

Related Topics:
English Channel - Portsmouth - Hayling Island - Ria

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Together with Chichester Harbour, which is at the other (eastern) side of Hayling Island it is designated as a Special Protection Area for wildlife. West of Portsmouth is Portsmouth Harbour and the three linked harbours are important recreational and conservation areas as well as supporting commercial fishing and shipping. It is administered by the Langstone Harbour Board http://www.langstoneharbour.org.uk/.

Related Topics:
Chichester Harbour - Special Protection Area - Portsmouth Harbour

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It contains Baker's Island, North Binness Island, South Binness Island and Long Island. These are subject to erosion and during the 1990s a seven-year archaeology project took place before their history was lost to the seas.

Related Topics:
Baker's Island - North Binness Island - South Binness Island - Long Island - 1990s

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