Victorian Oyster Boat Terror which takes passengers around Chichester Harbour during the summer months, is expanding its programme for 2025 and adding departures from Itchenor as well as Emsworth.
Now in its eighteenth year of operation since the complete refurbishment in 2006, Oyster Boat Terror is the last remaining example of the once famous boats that formed the massive Emsworth oyster trade in the late 19th century.
Normally berthed at Emsworth Yacht Harbour and taking up to six passengers at a time on a two-an-a-half hour sail around the harbour with a crew of three, clients are able to see some of the beautiful sights and sounds in this Natural Landscape. Countless varieties of bird life, from Ospreys to Oystercatchers, Gulls to Godwits and swans to seals, there is always a myriad of wildlife to see and admire.
And for nearly a fortnight between 27 June and 6 July to coincide with the Chichester Festivities, Terror will be operating from Itchenor Jetty with two sailings a day, enabling clients to see a totally different part of Chichester Harbour, taking in Dell Quay, Bosham Reach, Thorney Channel and East Head amongst other places.
Our crew of skipper, crew and third hand will explain to clients the whole history of the famous Emsworth oyster trade, point out places of interest around the harbour and tell tales of the whole history of Chichester Harbour, from Roman times to the present day.
Additionally, the skipper may offer to let clients take the helm of Terror and experience the thrill of sailing the very last gaff-rigged Oyster boat still afloat today, an experience not to be missed.
Tickets for a trip on Terror cost just £35, or the whole boat can be booked exclusively for £175. Children under 18 are just £20. Gift vouchers are also available.
To book go to the Terror website www.oysterboatterror.org.uk and click on ‘booking’.
