Mudeford Mud Monster

The creativity of the Time and Tide participants in helping to create and build stories, linking the tides in the harbour to historic events and activities has been amazing.

Of course all the water in the harbour has been treated and well cared for by Wessex Water! But do be careful what you flush down the loo!

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Event 02 24 March

Join our oceanographer and tide expert Ivan Haigh and find out more about the mystery of the double high tide. Ivan will be joined by our storyteller Martin Maudsley and together they will explore the fact, fiction and myths around our harbour and tides.

Please help us by registering to attend by clicking through this link, emailing Helen@katalytik.co.uk or calling 0797 4011278

Click and register

There is plenty of parking on Mudeford Quay and the sailing club bar will be open.

There is no charge for the event
Please note their is no level access

Doors open 6:45

Agenda

7:15 Welcome - Jan Peters - Time and Tide Project Lead
7:25 Martin Maudsley, the Raven
7:35 The tides, and tidal influences, Ivan Haigh
8:05 Discussion
8:15 On stranger tides - creating a story to share the science, Martin Maudsley
8:30 Discussion
9:00 Close

Tuesday, March 03, 2015

Christchurch Harbour

Christchurch Harbour is a natural harbour in the county of Dorset, on the south coast of England, and is named after the nearby town of Christchurch. The rivers Avon and Stour flow into the Harbour at its north-west corner. The harbour is generally shallow and, due to the tidal harmonics in the English Channel, has a double high tide.

On the north side of the harbour and east of the River Avon, are Priory Marsh and Stanpit Marsh, a local nature reserve. To the west side of the harbour are Wick Fields, the southern flank of the harbour being bounded by Hengistbury Head. The harbour flows through Christchurch Bay and into the English Channel through a narrow channel between Mudeford Quay and Mudeford Spit, known locally as 'The Run'.

Wednesday, October 15, 2014

What is Time & Tide?

Launching for the Raft Race 2013

The Time and Tide project is a community science project, funded by Business Innovation and Skills, that will raise awareness of the tides and the impact they have on our local environment. The project is managed by local Christchurch business Katalytik. We're delighted to be working with Christchurch Activities for Young People (CAYP) and the National Oceanography Centre to engage young people in exploring the tidal system and the harbour environment around Christchurch.

Have you ever wondered why we have a double high tide?  

• Is it because of the Rivers Stour and Avon emptying into the harbour? 
• Is it because of the Isle of Wight? 

Over the next 6 months we'll be exploring this phenomenon and then sharing it with you on 21/22 March 2015.


The Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) is pleased to support this project which takes science into a community setting. It is our hope as a result of the audience being engaged with this project that they will feel better informed about science issues affecting them and be inspired to be involved further in the future.

Wednesday, October 15, 2014

Storyteller required

We're seeking an established storyteller to work with us on this project who is interested in science and in the development of their practice through collaboration and social engagement. Applicants should possess relevant experience in working with young people. The opportunity includes the development of a narrative behind the local tidal phenomenon and the engagement of the local community.

The deadline for submissions is midnight, 2 November 2014. Access the pdf here

Tuesday, October 14, 2014

Mudeford Spit

Originally a small fishing village in the borough of Christchurch in Dorset, Mudeford lies at the entrance to Christchurch Harbour. The River Mude and Bure Brook flow into the harbour there and Mudeford Sandbank - or Spit, as it's locally known - is a sandy beach adjoining Hengistbury Head.

The Spit is renowned for its beach huts. Unlike other beach huts, Mudeford Spit's have residential status and owners can stay overnight from February through to November. The beach can only be reached by foot, bicycle or the famous 'Noddy' land train from the Hengistbury Head car park. A ferry runs regularly from Mudeford Quay and Christchurch Quay during the summer months.

Thursday, October 09, 2014