The Severn Bore Explained

The Severn bore is a tidal wave surging up a river.

The Severn bore happens on the River Severn in England.

The bore forms when the rising tide moves upstream rapidly.

The bore passes Stonebench on the east bank.

The tidal range in the Severn Estuary is about 13 metres.

The bore travels upstream at 13 to 21 kilometres per hour.

In narrow river parts, the bore advances in a series of waves.

Near Gloucester, the bore crosses two weirs before fading.

The largest bores occur around the equinoxes every year.

The biggest bore recorded reached 2.8 metres in 1966.

The bore appears about 260 times yearly on 130 days.

Viewpoints like Minsterworth and Over Bridge attract many viewers.

The Severn bore is a fascinating river wave to watch or ride.