Ferry from Newhaven to Dieppe

Newhaven Guide

The English town and port of Newhaven is located in the county of East Sussex, on the south coast of England. The town lies at the mouth of the River Ouse, in the valley the river has cut through the South Downs, and on the English Channel coast. Located on the west side of the river is the main part of the town and to the east of the river are the residential areas at Denton and Mount Pleasant on the slopes of the Downs. Also on the east side of the river are the town's industrial areas and the town's three railway stations; Newhaven Town, Newhaven Harbour and Newhaven Marine, which is no longer in use. Recent housing development has taken place at the West Quay, Harbour Heights and August Fields.

The entrance to Newhaven Port, which is a minor busy port, is located between two piers which are protected from the strong wind by a solid breakwater to the west. Services operating out of the port depart to Dieppe on the south east coast of France. passenger facilities at the port are a bit limited but do include a convenience store and a coffee shop. There are also facilities for disabled passengers with wheelchair accessible toilets.

Dieppe Guide

The town and port of Dieppe is located in the north of France and lies on the English Channel coast, at the mouth of the Arques River, which is famous for its scallops. The town's streets and brimming with restaurants and shops and the weekly market, held in the town's central square, adds an additional level of tradition and charm to the town. The town's port was once an important trading hub for spices and ivory. A popular visitor attraction in the town is the Chateau Museum. The 15th century limestone and flint fortress was constructed on the town's west cliffs and today contains collections related to maritime, ivories sculptured by craftsmen from the town since the 16th century, paintings by Boudin, Lebourg and Pissaro.

For visitors who would rather spend their time outdoors there is an 18 hole golf course nearby and also tennis courts and a range of water sports.

The port, with its marina and fishing port, is in the very heart of the town. Trawlers and fishing boats provide a colourful spectacle which still attracts numerous painters.