NEWHAVEN SIGHTSEEING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Close to the Blades: A Two‑Hour Voyage from Newhaven to the Rampion Offshore Wind Farm
A concise, two‑hour sightseeing boat trip from Newhaven that brings you up close to the South Coast’s only offshore wind farm and offers a chance to spot dolphins.
Close to the Blades: A Two‑Hour Voyage from Newhaven to the Rampion Offshore Wind Farm.
From Newhaven you’ll set out across the English Channel on a roughly two‑hour sightseeing voyage to the Rampion Offshore Wind Farm — the only offshore wind farm on the South Coast. The route runs southwest of Newhaven, stretching from Brighton to Worthing; the boat takes you out to the turbines for an up‑close look before returning via Brighton and skirting the cliffs at Telscombe and Peacehaven. On clear days, keep an eye on the water — dolphin sightings have been recorded on this trip, though they remain rare.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Up Close with the Turbines
The core of the trip is getting close to the Rampion turbines off the South Coast — a rare opportunity to see an offshore wind farm from the water and appreciate the scale of the installation against the horizon.
Return Along Brighton and the Cliffs
On the return leg the boat passes Brighton and follows the cliffs by Telscombe and Peacehaven, offering a contrasting shoreline perspective after the open‑water turbine encounter.
Possible Dolphin Sightings
Although sightings are uncommon, dolphins have been documented locally and this trip provides one of the best chances on the South Coast to encounter them while travelling between Newhaven and Brighton.
What the day feels like
What the Trip Feels Like
Expect a compact, informative outing: depart Newhaven, head southwest out to the Rampion turbine field to linger near the blades, then loop back inshore past Brighton and along the cliffed coastline. The pace is relaxed but purposeful — long enough to reach the turbines, scan for wildlife, and enjoy coastal views within a roughly two‑hour window.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits best — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The outing lasts approximately two hours.
Departures are from Sussex Boat Trips Ltd in Newhaven.
Warm clothing (it can be particularly chilly at sea), and optional cameras and binoculars — note that cameras and binoculars are carried onboard at your own risk.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
The sightseeing voyage lasts approximately two hours.
Where do we board?
Boarding is at Sussex Boat Trips Ltd in Newhaven.
Will we see dolphins?
Dolphin sightings have been documented locally and are possible on this trip, though they are relatively rare.
What should I bring?
Bring warm clothes; cameras and binoculars are recommended but are carried at your own risk.
Is there an age minimum?
The trip is suitable for participants from 10 years old.