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SEE IT? REPORT IT!
If you identify a near miss, an unsafe act, a security concern, an accident, a safeguarding issue or anything in disrepair (broken, missing, damaged etc), at the Club please follow this link https://forms.office.com/e/UppZErHVFR to report it.
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Save A Life - British Red Cross App
Download the free British Red Cross first aid app, so you can build your confidence to be the person who helps in an emergency. Download from Google Play or Apple Store. You will be equipping yourself with the knowledge and skills you need, and you could save a life.
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Facebook - closed group, for members
If you’re an ESC member, send a request to join this closed group
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Flood Warnings
Members who have property stored at the Club may be interested in registering for Flood Warnings, which can be subscribed to by clicking here . The ESC address can be found at the bottom of the website.
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Water quality in Chichester Harbour
Water quality awareness in Chichester Harbour 2026
There is growing concern about pollution affecting the waters of Chichester Harbour. Maintaining good water quality is essential for the health of the harbour’s wildlife and for all of us who enjoy sailing and other water activities.
Chichester Harbour Conservancy carries out regular water sampling throughout the year. Although the harbour is not classified as designated bathing water, results are assessed against recognised standards to indicate potential pollution levels. Current water quality results are available online via the Conservancy website: Chichester Harbour Conservancy Water Quality.
After periods of heavy rainfall, sewage discharges and surface runoff can enter the harbour more easily and increase bacteria levels. The risk is highest in the 72 hours following significant rainfall. Guidance on this and related advice can be found on the Chichester Harbour Conservancy Swimming information pages.
Southern Water operates the Rivers and Seas Watch service, formerly known as BeachBuoy. This provides real time information about storm overflow activity and wastewater releases. Users can also sign up for notifications through the Southern Water website.
Surfers Against Sewage offers the Safer Seas and Rivers Service app. This provides pollution alerts and water quality information and can be useful for all harbour users.
If you believe you have become unwell after contact with harbour water, report this to your local council Environmental Health team. In the Havant area this can be done via the Havant Borough Council contact page by selecting Environmental Health.
Water pollution incidents should be reported to the Environment Agency either online or by calling the 24-hour hotline on 0800 807060. Reporting as soon as possible and providing a photograph helps the authorities identify the cause and type of pollution.
Our shared responsibility
Water quality is not only shaped by large scale infrastructure and regulation. It is influenced by everyday choices made by all of us. What goes down household drains, how we use water at home and how we maintain our boats, all have an impact.
Local water companies face increasing pressure from population growth, ageing systems and heavier rainfall events. Reducing unnecessary water use, avoiding harmful chemicals and disposing of waste responsibly are simple steps that help reduce strain on the network and lower the risk of pollution entering our harbour.
As members of a sailing community, we depend on clean water. By staying informed, reporting concerns, and being mindful of how we use and protect water, we each play a part in safeguarding Chichester Harbour for the future.
Caroline Fisk
February 2026
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Chichester Harbour Friends
Chichester Harbour Friends draws together those who are passionate about protecting, conserving and enhancing the natural environment along the stretch of the south coast that connects Hampshire and West Sussex.