Title: Boating on Sussex Rivers
Author: National Rivers Authority Southern Region
Document Type: Monograph
Abstract:
Sussex rivers have a unique appeal with their wide valleys
giving spectacular views of Chalk Downs within sight and smell of
the sea. There is no better way to enjoy their natural beauty and
charm than by boat.
A short voyage inland can reveal some of the most attractive and
unspoilt scenery in the Country. The long tidal sections, created over
the centuries by flashy Wealden Rivers carving through the soft
coastal chalk, give public rights of navigation well into the heartland
of Sussex.
From Rye in the Eastern part of the County, small boats can navigate
up the River Rother to Bodiam with its magnificent castle just 16
miles from the sea. On the River Arun, in an even shorter distance
from Littlehampton Harbour, lies the historic city of Arundel in the
heart o f the Duke of Norfolk’s estate.
But for those with more energetic tastes, Sussex rivers also have
plenty to offer. Increased activity by canoeists, especially by Scouting
and other youth organisations has led to the setting up of regular
canoe races on the County’s rivers in recent years.
Publisher: National Rivers Authority
Publication Date: 1992
Publication Place: Worthing
Subject Keywords: Rivers; Boating; Recreation; Canoeing; Tourism
Geographic Keywords: East Sussex; West Sussex; Arun (Sussex); Rye (East Sussex); Arundel
Extent: 14
Permalink: http://www.environmentdata.org/archive/ealit:3953
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