Virtual Field Trips
Dell Quay to Fishbourne
1. Dell Quay
What a wonderful place to have a classroom!
Converted from an old boat shed, it now has
everything you need to go exploring. This is the
centre for many of our field trips. The walks
are on public footpaths, but children should
bring an adult with them particularly for
activities on the shoreline or at the lock!
Click to view Dell Quay Panorama
Use our webcams to check out the view north and south from the quay.
Dell Quay Road
Dell Quay Road
The road to Dell Quay looks like any other country road with farmland
and then a small group of houses and a pub making up the village.
Turning the Corner
Turning the Corner
As you go round the corner past the Crown and Anchor, the view changes dramatically! In front of you is the quay with a group of buildings above the water. Either side is the shoreline with wonderful views looking south, of the channel fringed with oak woodland, and stunning views northwards up to Fishbourne and the Downs.
Dell Quay and the Downs
Dell Quay and the Downs
The quay was probably built in 1536 as a port for Chichester. All goods travelling by sea came in and out through Dell Quay and these included wool, grain and coal. At one time Dell Quay was the 7th most important port in the country.
Inside the Classroom
Inside the Classroom
The buildings on the quay include Dell Quay Sailing Club and some boat sheds. One of these boat sheds has been converted into a state-of-the-art classroom for schools to use as a base when visiting the harbour for field trips.
Opposite the classroom is the Grain Store that was built in the 19th century and has recently been restored. It still has on display the original winding gear for unloading sacks of grain from the boats.
Dell Quay from the Water
Dell Quay from the Water
The quay itself ends next to the deep water channel allowing boats to moor alongside when the tide is high. Although there is plenty of space on the quay, visitors need to be aware that there is a long drop off the edge.
Crabs and Shrimps
Crabs and Shrimps
The area around the quay provides a wonderfully sheltered habitat for various sea creatures such as crabs and shrimps. The shore is mud mixed with shingle here so it is safe to walk on with care. Exploring the shore reveals many interesting creatures that live in the mud.
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