Christchurch Harbour was formed about 7,000 years ago when the sea level rose at the end of the Ice Age. Christchurch Quay and Quomps lie in the upper

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Photograph taken from the top of Christchurch Priory. Christchurch Harbour was formed about 7,000 years ago when the sea level rose at the end of the Ice Age. Christchurch Quay and Quomps lie in the upper reaches of the harbour and on the northern banks of the River Stour. The entrance to the harbour, known as 'The Run', is flanked by Mudeford Quay to the north and Mudeford Sandbank to the south.

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Size: 4008px × 2667px
Location: Christchurch, Dorset, United Kingdom
Photo credit: © Mike McEnnerney / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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