HistoryBrighton Marina has had an interesting history since its conception almost 40 years ago. It was opened by HM The Queen and has become the largest marina complex in Europe. Read on to find out how it got there. |
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The land areas were actually below the level of the sea at high tide but protected by
a sea wall, access to an inner harbour was provided by a huge lock, one of the largest non commercial
locks in Europe.In the Autumn of 1978 the marina was open to the first boats. HM the Queen performed the opening after touring the Outer Harbour by boat with HRH The Duke of Edinburgh. |
