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Marina development

Despite the lack of a natural harbour, Brighton has been a port since the 14th century.

Brighton Marina was finally open to the yachting fraternity in 1977 and has been a success.

Brunswick Developments, which bought the marina in 1986, now wants to build 990 flats within the Outer Harbour.


�In pictures:�The changing face of Brighton and Hove

	Marina development Despite the lack of a natural harbour, Brighton has been a port since the 14th century. Brighton Marina was finally open to the yachting fraternity in 1977 and has been a success. Brunswick Developments, which bought the marina in 1986, now wants to build 990 flats within the Outer Harbour.