Newhaven
Newhaven is a town in the Lewes District of East Sussex in England. It is located at the mouth of the River Ouse, on the English Channel coast, and is a ferry port for services to France. It covers a total area of approximately 2.75 square miles. The main part of the town is situated on the west side of the river, and there is also a residential area at Denton and Mount Pleasant on the slopes of the Downs to the east. Industrial areas lay on the east side of the river, as do all 3 of the railway stations which serve Newhaven; Newhaven Town, Newhaven Harbour and the now redundant Newhaven Marine. There are more than 360 business enterprises in the town. Recent housing development has actually taken place at the West Quay, Harbour Heights and August Fields. In accordance with the 2011 Census, the town has a permanent population of about 12232 people. Within this population, 59 per cent are of working age, 22 per cent are age 15 and under, and 19 per cent are of retirement age. The foremost landmark in the town is the Newhaven Fort. The new waste incinerator is a significant landmark, the chimney being visible from the sea alongside from Firle Beacon and parts of Seaford. The parish includes part of the Brighton to Newhaven Cliffs Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). The cliffs are primarily of geological interest, featuring several Santonian and Campanian fossils. The SSSI listing incorporates plants and animals biological interest too. The open land surrounding Newhaven to the west, north and east becomes part of the South Downs National Park, however the town itself is excluded from the boundaries. For all your home enhancements, make sure to find credible contractors in Newhaven to make certain of quality.