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28 SHOW REVIEW

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working behind the scenes on logistics. 2011 marked PSP’s fourth year of sponsorship of the show. Company chief Frank Dixie and marketing and PR Manager, Jo Dixie, opened the show and Jo took part in the Ladies Day Challenge where she took to the helm of a RIB for the powerboat challenge. The whole company celebrated its sponsorship by hosting an “Out of this World” party. Boat show review – see page 28

Final act in sight PAGE 1 STORY It was an incredible finish, played out in low wind speeds but with plenty of high drama. Thousands of spectators lining the famous Promenade des Anglais watched the 11 international Extreme 40 teams competing in 29 races over five days at the Extreme Sailing Series debut in Nice. They raced over a mix of open water courses and stadium racing with the course set just metres off the beach. Britain’s three-time Olympic gold medalist Ben Ainslie, skipper of Oman Air,

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who won the final race, had a frustrating event even though the team managed to climb from seventh to finish fifth in the Nice rankings and eighth in the series. The French crowd kept on cheering to keep Groupe Edmond de Rothschild going and she crossed the line just a few seconds and one place behind Artemis Racing to win the Nice event by just one point and maintain an overall series lead. The penultimate event is in Spain from 12 to 16 October and the final in Singapore in December. www.extremesailingseries.com

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Gold Coast Australia arrives in Cape Town, South Africa, at the end of Race 3 of the Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race

said: “Third time lucky – a fantastic race by all the crew. The finish was very challenging. We had light airs at the beginning and end and some really tough conditions in the middle, so the dunking and the finish really reflected the whole race, I think!” During the race, the second ocean crossing of the world’s longest yacht race, the crews faced mountainous seas and strong headwinds. The race started from Southampton on 31 July. It runs every two years and people from all walks of life can take on the challenge of a lifetime and race around the globe on stripped down ocean racing yachts. Berths are now available for Clipper 13-14, which will see the introduction of a new fleet of 12 70-foot yachts. The first episode of the six-part television documentary series, Against the Tide, which follows the crews on the last edition of the race, Clipper 09-10, is due to begin on Discovery World DStv channel 250 across southern Africa on 11 October at 8.05pm. www.clipperroundtheworld.com

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tHe BBC is set to honour individuals from the world of grassroots sport with the BBC Sports Unsung Hero Award 2011. BBC Sports Unsung Hero is one of the categories at the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Awards, which will be held at MediaCityUK in Salford on 22 December. the Unsung Hero Award recognises and rewards outstanding contribution by individuals at the grassroots level of local sport and is now in its ninth year. A winner is chosen in each BBC english Region and in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. each winner then gets the chance to join sporting stars at the BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2011 where the overall BBC Sports Unsung Hero winner will be announced. Nominees should be people who, on a voluntary basis, prepare facilities, roll the pitch, coach the juniors, run local sports leagues or work behind the scenes so that sport can be played and enjoyed by people throughout the UK. last year’s overall winner was lance Haggith of Bedford. lance, 51, impressed the judges with his dedication to basketball coaching, working with children and young people of all abilities, including disabled, vulnerable and disaffected youngsters for the last 30 years. Nominations can be made at bbc.co.uk/sportsunsunghero

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GOLD Coast Australia continued their winning streak by finishing first in the third stage of the Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to Cape Town, South Africa. It was the third victory in a row for the crew, ‘people like you’, led by Tasmanian skipper, Richard Hewson. The yacht is one of the ten international teams competing in the 40,000-milecircumnavigation The 68-foot yacht crossed the finish line in Table Bay against the magnificent backdrop of Table Mountain at the end of the 3,300-mile race across the South Atlantic. The team had led the fleet for 11 days and worked themselves into an unassailable position, which even their slow progress in very light airs over the last two miles of the course could not damage. The victory also consolidated their position at the top of the overall Clipper 11-12 leader-board. Arriving in the V&A Waterfront, Richard was thrown overboard by his celebrating crew. The dripping but ecstatic skipper

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Gold Coast Australia’s skipper, Richard Hewson, is thrown in the harbour by his crew

ALTHOUGH Black Tot Day in July 1970 marked the end of an era of serving the daily rum tot to the Royal Navy, Pusser’s rum will still be on the menu on Trafalgar Day - 21 October after a wreath is laid on board HMS Victory at the spot where Admiral Lord Nelson fell in 1805.

Greening the America’s Cup – read the Green Blue column on page 16

NEWS IN BRIEF VISITORS’ BERTHS

COWeS Harbour Commissioners have launched a consultation about plans for two new visitor pontoons at town Quay. the scrubbing berth will remain in its present position. the consultation closes on October 20. Send views to hm.chc@cowes.co.uk

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tHe Royal Southern Yacht Club won this year’s Brambles cricket match beating the Island Sailing Club last month.

BACK TO GREENWICH

london’s biggest dinghy racing event of the year returns to Greenwich Yacht Club on October 9 for the sixth time. the annual test closure of the thames Barrier creates non-tidal conditions on the up-river side towards london. the london Regatta is a partnership between the RYA, RYA Sailability, Greenwich Yacht Club and the london Nautical School. More than 60 boats representing sailing clubs across the capital take part. www.greenwichyachtclub.co.uk/ directions

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ReIGNING World F4 Powerboat Racing Champion Scott Curtis, 27, of Norwich claimed the British RYA F4 title to compliment his 2011 World F4 title at the final round of the British RYA Circuit Powerboat Championships) at Stewartby, Bedford.

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TIME TO SHARE OUR FUN IT used to seem expensive and therefore elitist. Outsiders thought it snobby or simply hadn’t a clue. But public perceptions of boating are changing. It was a combination of relatively easy maintenance and mooring, the value and unexpected longevity of plastic boats, higher incomes and greater affordability that started the change. The efforts of sailing and boating clubs, the progression from the smallest craft to weekenders and those capable of being lived aboard took things on apace. Businesses created on the back of new interest and demand – yacht charter companies for example that take away the costly pain of ownership but still provide the fun – have accelerated the trends. Inspirational superstars such as Dame Ellen MacArthur, Dee Caffari, Ben Ainslie and the other incredible GBR Olympians, our own Geoff Holt and Shelley Jory-Leigh, to name but a few, have demonstrated how anyone can do something in a boat. The biggest driver is simply determination although in the warmth of the pub when circumnavigators are deep in the southern ocean some other human qualities come more readily to mind – starting with crackers! But look what happened in Plymouth last month. The America’s Cup came to town, almost literally, the boats were so close to the shore. Paired with a bit of a blow they produced a spectacle. Along with the by now almost traditional exploits of the Extreme 40s at Cowes and around the world, these racers are making a mockery of our isolated, up-market pastime. Yacht racing is becoming like Formula One without the racket. It is approachable, watchable and lots of fun. We certainly don’t want our

blossoming super stars behaving like bullyboy footballers but isn’t it terrific as sailing raises its profile to have the satisfaction of being part of it? Some of the reflected glory rubs off as we are able to commentate quite knowledgeably in front of the saloon bar TV, even though we’ve rarely been above six knots.

HEAVEN FROM HEAVEN

OTHER things are changing for the better too. There was a hurricane of reaction when Yarmouth Harbour Commissioners first planned changes to the Isle of Wight’s most precious harbour. It would bring nought but ruin, said the loudest voices. Those of us who enjoy the delights of this gem of a seaside settlement thought they might have a bit of a point. The piles were not that much of a problem and the bureaucracy of booking ahead for a walk ashore berth made is seem boating was turning into caravanning. But a week in town at the end of the summer was better than ever. An ideal berth almost adjacent to the harbour office and facilities. No waiting for the taxi or having to plan trips to the ablutions. No doubt someone will argue otherwise but for me this was making heaven still more heavenly.

Glad to be back in a boat and racing – turn to Shelley Jory page 20

Brewin Dolphin Scottish Series 2011, Tarbert Loch Fyne

BREWIN Dolphin, the investment management company announced its continued sponsorship of the Scottish Series, Scotland’s premier sailing regatta, in 2012. During the 12-year sponsorship the Scottish Series has continued to thrive with more than 100 boats taking to the waters of Loch Fyne each year in tough competition. The 2012 series will take place during the Jubilee bank holiday weekend from Friday 1 June to Monday 4 June at Tarbert, Loch Fyne on Scotland’s

stunning West Coast. Jamie Matheson, chairman of Brewin Dolphin and a keen sailor, said, “The event has been running for over 30 years and it’s great to be able to support it for yet another year.” John Watson, Commodore of Clyde Cruising Club, event organisers, said: “It is a key event in the sailing calendar and the sponsorship funding will help to enhance the event for sailors and spectators alike.” www.brewindolphinscottishseries.com

Rowing to Practical Olympics lesson BRITISH entrepreneur and adventurer Andrew Morris and former Royal Marine Mick Dawson will set off in May next year, to row across the North Atlantic on the way to the London Olympics. The 2,587-mile journey is expected to take around 60 days. After negotiating icebergs off the coast of Canada, the pair are likely to run into mid-Atlantic storms and will be required to navigate their way through one of the world’s busiest shipping lanes. Accompanied by a flotilla of boats, they will make their way up the River Thames for the start of the 2012 Olympics. www.olympicatlanticrow.com

A SAILING student decided to get a little practical experience first – by sailing single-handed around the UK. Tom Webb, 18, who arrived at Plymouth University to begin his ocean yachting degree course completed the 1,500-mile trip in his 21-foot yacht Danera to raise funds for two sailing charities – Even Keel and RYA Sailability. He said: “One of the things I am most passionate about is making sailing for the disabled more accessible.”

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INTERNATIONAL designers Rob Humphreys and his son, Tom, followed by Ian Benning of Volvo Penta will be the inaugural speakers in a series of lectures designed to inspire young people and to explore the UK’s unique international position in yacht design and boat building. The Shipwrights Lectures, which are being organised by the Worshipful Company of Shipwrights, in conjunction with the University of Southampton, will provide an insight into the opportunities, technologies, and future developments in the industry. Companies including Pendennis, Princess, Rustler Yachts, SYS and Halyard have registered for their apprentices to attend. Attendance is free for apprentices nominated by their employers and young people under the age of 25. Apprentices will receive a certificate of attendance for each lecture to build a collection demonstrating wide knowledge of different marine industry sectors. Contact derricks@globalnet.co.uk or polly@adpr.co.uk.

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Honours for lifesavers THE Princess Royal honoured maritime heroes who risked their lives in dangerous sea rescues including an air sea rescue team which saved the crew of a stricken merchant ship following a tropical cyclone and a Cornish fisherman who battled through gale-force winds and heavy seas to save 47 lives. The Shipwrecked Mariners’ Society’s Skill and Gallantry Awards, presented annually since 1851, recognise those who go above and beyond their call of duty at sea. This year’s awards were presented to an air-sea rescue crew from Somerset, a Cornish fisherman and to Honorary Agent, Superintendent, Mike Sandison, who has given 25 years service to the Society, at Fishmongers’ Hall,

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London Bridge, on 4 October. Cardiff based Honorary Agent Gwyneth Rees was also presented with the Stoakes Award for long and dedicated service to the Society on the occasion of her retirement. Fisherman Shaun Edwards, skipper of the Newlyn-based trawler NOVA SPERO, was awarded The Lady

Get on board with RYA’s champion of champions SIXTEEN young sailors took to the water at the PSP Southampton Boat Show to put their sailing skills to the test in the ‘Champion of Champions’ OnBoard Festival. The youngsters who all learnt to sail with the RYA OnBoard scheme braved a variety of conditions from bright sunshine to thundery rain showers, to take part in some fun team racing. Hamble River Sailing Club, Hill Head Sailing Club, Spinnaker Club and Southampton Water Activity Centre joined forces to compete as team Hampshire while the Royal Victoria Yacht

Club and Brading Haven Yacht Club represented the Isle of Wight. Team Isle of Wight were crowned the winners. Run by the RYA, OnBoard is a grass roots programme which introduces sailing and windsurfing to young people aged eight to 18, through schools, youth groups and training centres. Over a ten year period OnBoard aims to introduce a minimum of 500,000 children to sailing and windsurfing in the UK, converting more than ten per cent of them into regular participants. www.ruob.co.uk

Swaythling Trophy for an ‘outstanding feat of seamanship’ for undertaking a treacherous three-day rescue mission through gale force winds to save 47 passengers and crew of the Polish Tall ship Fryderyk Chopin. The Edward and Maisie Lewis Award, for an ‘outstanding air/sea rescue’, was awarded to HMS CHATHAM’s Lynx helicopter crew for their role in the rescue of the crew of the MV Dubai Moon which had become caught in a tropical cyclone in the Indian Ocean. Attempting to rescue the crew of the MV Dubai Moon before she sank, Flight Commander Lieutenant Commander Peter Higgins AFC and his crew displayed superb airmanship, teamwork and courage in winching 23 crewmen to

safety in dangerous conditions. Lieutenant Commander Graham Chesterman, who was visiting HMS CHATHAM to carry out an air worthiness audit and had not flown for 15 years, was awarded an individual commendation for his role in helping to winch 22 stranded seamen to safety. The final award, The Lord Lewin Award, was presented to Superintendent Mike Sandison following his 25 years as a dedicated Honorary Agent for the Society, supporting seafarers in need. Closely acquainted with the fishing community during his lifetime, Mike supports over 100 regular Society beneficiaries as well as ministering to a wider group of retired fishermen and their dependents.

SNEAK PREVIEW OF NEW MUSEUM THE Mary Rose museum has launched a new video of how the inside of its new building at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard will look when it opens to public at the end of 2012. It shows key aspects of the new museum and also gives a preview through to 2016. The video gives insights into how the Mary Rose will be displayed and how the personal stories of the crew will be highlighted as the collection is reunited with the ship for the first time since her raising in 1982. The displays are shown on the flythrough as well as the views through windows into the

conservation ‘hot box’. Inside this space, the tubes supplying the air to dry the ship will be seen until 2016 when the 30-year conservation programme will be complete and the hull will be fully revealed once more. Warings is building the £35 million project for the Mary Rose Trust, which is part funded by a £21million grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund. The existing Mary Rose Museum remains open during construction with more than 1,000 of the finest conserved artefacts recovered from the site. www.maryrose500.org

Putting smiles on faces – turn to Geoff Holt’s column on page 22

NEWS IN BRIEF CLIPPER GUIDE

GARMIN Europe will be the Official Marine Electronics Supplier for the new fleet of Clipper 70s for the Clipper 13-14 and Clipper 15-16 Round the World Yacht Races. Garmin will provide a complete system of navigational electronics which will guide the 12 70-foot boats on their year-long circumnavigations.

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COWES Harbour Commissioners have agreed a major redevelopment of the existing “Sugar Store” on the north side of Shepards Wharf. The proposed development will provide new workshop units, offices and a bar /restaurant opportunity. A full planning application will be submitted shortly.

ARCTIC CONVOYS

THE National Maritime Museum will mark the 70th anniversary of the first Allied Arctic convoys to Russia with a free exhibition starting on October 19 telling the story of this gruelling campaign, said to have been described by Winston Churchill as “the worst journey in the world.” Arctic Convoys 1941 – 1945 includes contemporary photographs, paintings by war artists and clothing worn by sailors. Some of the striking images featured in the exhibition have never been on display before.

SECOND TITLE

MARK Williams, 45, of Lowestoft secured his second British title of 2011 last month September) when he clinched the 2011 British RYA T850 Championship title. Mark, the 2010 F4 World Champion, opted out of the 2011 British F4 Championship to focus on the 2011 World title and brought his monohull out of retirement to battle for the T850 crown. The eight competitors of the T850 class battled it out over five rounds of racing which started in Lancashire in May.

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AleX thomson Racing announced that Guillermo Altadill, the celebrated Spanish round-theworld sailor, will be joining him aboard HUGO BOSS for the 2011 edition of the transat Jacques Vabre race, which starts in le Havre on Sunday October 30.

SECOND TITLE

lUKe Hugman, 19, from lowestoft secured his second British Powerboat Racing title for 2011 when he clinched the championship title in the OSY400 class. Heading in to the final round of the British Championships held at Stewartby, Bedford, luke had established a ten point lead over championship rival James Bowman.

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DEADLINE EXTENDED

tHe deadline for entering the South West Coast Path’s annual photography competition has been extended by a month to the end of October. to give people the chance to capture the fabulous autumn colours. the 12 best entries will be included in a full-colour South West Coast Path calendar for 2013. www.swcpa.co.uk

IN THE NAVY

ReCORD- breaking yachtswoman Dee Caffari has been appointed by the Royal Navy as an Honorary Commander in recognition of her service to the sea and Britain’s maritime heritage. Caffari, who set her third world record earlier this year by sailing non-stop around the planet more times than any other woman, joins adventurer Bear Grylls and Dame ellen McArthur who have both received similar naval distinctions.

MASTER PLAN

POOle Harbour Commissioners have released the first draft of their Port Master Plan. the consultation period has been extended to January. www.phc.co.uk/masterplan

Wind blows in best Windfest

LAST month’s gales were a bonus for Windfest 2011 as 30 knots winds helped competitors execute the most extreme stunts. The perfect combination of sunshine and wind pulled in the crowds to compete or watch the action on the water, on the sand and in the air above Sandbanks, Poole. Sponsored by Franklin & Marshall, the British Kitesurfing Association National Course Racing Championships and Freestyle Invitational benefitted from the ideal conditions. Steph Bridge proved why she is the four times world champion by winning the BKSA event for the second year in a row. Ned Taylor took home the trophy for the BKSA Men’s Freestyle Invitational championships with Sukie Robertson victorious in the Women’s Freestyle.

Hosted by Maverick Slacklines, the first UK Slacklining Championships revealed the huge amount of talent that is already in the UK for this burgeoning sport. After a breathtakingly close final, full of flips and highly technical combos, Jacob Hirsch Holland was crowned king of the UK slackliners. Back on the water, amateur and professional windsurfers battled hard for the UK Windsurfing Association National Freestyle Tour. In some categories there was only a fraction of a point separating the winner. The gruelling British Stand-Up Paddleboarding race around Brownsea Island, the BaySUP/BSUPA ‘Battle of the Paddle’, 14-foot plus Class Time and the BaySUP/BSUPA Men on Men Sprints proved a staggering feat of stamina and strength for Paul Simmons, who was first

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across the finishing line in all four races. For the second year running, the Redbull Matadors’ aerial antics were a huge crowd thriller. Sponsored by Breeze Volkswagen, FCWatersports, and Fruit, other popular features at the South Coast’s biggest extreme sports festival included Ultimate Frisbee, wakeboarding, skateboarding, volleyball, surf ski. Event Manager Gary Willingham said: “The wind gods have blessed this year’s Windfest with the best weather conditions in 13 years for full water action. “We want to thank all our sponsors for their valuable support in helping us to continue to provide an action-packed, three-day, sports festival free of charge for Poole visitors.” www.windfest.co.uk

JOHN lewis Southampton has donated a pair of specialist binoculars to the National Coastwatch Institution’s Calshot tower base, to enable the charity to keep a look-out for potential emergencies. the store donated computer equipment along with a £3,000 Bi-Ocular telescope with 26X magnification and a large screen tV to enable NCI to monitor marine traffic using a specialist website. the NCI is an entirely voluntary organisation, setup in 1994 to assist in the protection of life at seas from watchtowers around the UK coastline. the 130-foot-high Calshot tower provides a visual watch over Southampton Water, one of the UK’s busiest stretches of water. tracy taylor, community liaison coordinator at John lewis Southampton, said: “the John lewis Partnership has five boats based on the river Hamble which Partners (staff) from John lewis shops around the UK use, so we felt that this would be a donation which not only helped the local community, but which our Partners would appreciate. the National Coastwatch Station at Calshot was set up in the old Coastguard Watch tower just over a year ago. It is one of 45 voluntary staffed stations around the UK. Colin lewis, chairman of the local group of the NCI, said “NCI Calshot has already proved to be one of the best equipped stations in the UK and has been involved in helping to solve a variety of incidents, thanks to the help of our friends at John lewis.”

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Victory loses her masts

HMS Victory finally lost her masts last month when the mizzen top mast was removed as part of the restoration work taking place on Nelson’s flagship at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. She now looks like she did when she was taken into Gibraltar for repairs after the Battle of Trafalgar. Bell Rigging, sub-contractors for BAE Systems have overseen the work as the ship’s three masts, bowsprit and rigging were dismantled over the summer for maintenance. The last time HMS Victory was seen without her top masts was in 1944. The National Museum of the Royal Navy’s Director General, Professor Dominic Tweddle said: “Watching the team painstakingly disassemble the rigging and masts of HMS Victory has been heart stopping at times! To do this intricate work, while

still keeping Victory open to the public, has been a logistical masterpiece. “Interestingly, with her topmasts down, Victory will look much as she did after the Battle of Trafalgar when she had to be towed to Gibraltar for repairs.” Most of the highly skilled operation has been carried out by master shipwrights and other specialist staff employed by BAE Systems who, while operating on the cutting edge of technology on modern warships, maintain the age-old wooden shipbuilding skills. John O Sullivan, BAE Systems Project Manager for HMS Victory, said: “We have removed the upper sections of all three masts and bowsprit, booms, yards and spars, including 26 miles of associated rigging and 768 wooden blocks, some of which are 100 years old. We will then catalogue and document everything for future surveying,

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New curator for flagship TIME-travelling historian Andrew Baines has sailed back through time from working on HMS Warrior 1860 to become the new curator for HMS Victory. Andrew will lead on the conservation, restoration and interpretation of the world’s greatest surviving warship, which stands as a proud memorial to Vice Admiral Lord Horatio Nelson, Britain’s greatest naval hero. Working as part of the Curatorial Team at the National Museum of the Royal Navy, Andrew will be the principal advisor on matters relating to the history, structure, general appearance and public presentation of HMS Victory. Andrew is already a familiar face within Portsmouth Historic Dockyard having worked on board HMS Warrior for the past 12 years where he has been the archivist and historian for eight years. He recently managed the restoration of the ship’s sick berth which featured on BBC National Treasures Live.

design and replacement. “When the rigging is replaced a decision will be made as to whether the wooden rope blocks can be re-used, recycled or replaced.” Alongside the ship – still the flagship of the Second Sea Lord – in dry dock in Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, the National Museum of the Royal Navy has opened a new interactive exhibition, Bones of Oak & Iron – Beneath Victory’s Skin, exploring how HMS Victory was originally built in 1759, how she was preserved and cared for in war and peace and the restoration process that will cover the next ten years. The exhibition is free to enter but a site ticket allows visits to the ship herself, the magnificent Trafalgar Sail, the Nelson and Sailing Navy galleries in the NMRN and the rest of the attractions at the Historic Dockyard.

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Andrew said: “Victory is undoubtedly one of the world’s most famous and important ships, and so to have the opportunity to take a lead in telling her story, and developing new aspects to that narrative, is a great privilege.”

GOVeRNMeNt cuts are putting south-west sailors at risk by withdrawing funds from life-saving emergency services according to Cornwall County Council leaders. Council leader Alec Robertson hit out at £300,000 cuts to funds for the Maritime Incident Response Group which tackles fires at sea. He said: “every year MIRG saves at least ten lives off our coast. the cuts are very bad news for seafarers and we will be expressing our serious concerns to the government.” the MIRG has 15 teams operating firefighting and towing vessels. It was recently called to deal with a fire on board the fishing vessel Athena in Falmouth Bay.

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Urgent plea to keep iconic steamer at sea

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THE world’s only seagoing paddle steamer could make her last voyage next month if £350,000 is not found to keep her in sea-going trim. The 64-year-old steam-driven Waverley, which has carried more than five million passengers over the past 35 years as a major tourist attraction, needs an expensive refit to conform with the latest safety standards. Without it, says the charity that operates the ship, she won’t be sailing in 2012.

SAVED FROM SINKING DINGHY

A MAN and woman were “lucky to be alive” after being rescued from a sinking dinghy on Devon’s River teign. Coastguards said the pair, who were not wearing lifejackets, found themselves in difficulty when the vessel abruptly sank near Coombe Cellars. Members of the public called out teignmouth lifeboat after the dinghy disappeared. the occupants were rescued from the water and checked by paramedics before being allowed to go home. A Brixham Coastguard spokesman said: “thanks to members of the public this was not the tragedy it could have been. they are lucky to be alive.”

“We have already raised nearly £200,000 to keep this unique and iconic ship going but we urgently need donations for the rest,” said Nick James, chairman of Waverley Steam Navigation. “Huge fuel cost rises and several bad summers haven’t helped but we had 140,000 passengers this year and the number keeps rising. Waverley is a unique piece of maritime heritage.” Donations can be made online at: www.justgiving.com/Paddlesteamerwaverley

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JUlIAN Codling from Norwich retained his British Outboard Hydroplane Championship title after heading into the final round of the competition in Stewartby, Bedford last month with everything to race for. Julian, 46, who races a 250cc Hydroplane has had a busy year competing at club, national and international level including the european F250 Championship twice in Italy, Hungary and Germany where he took a silver medal. He also won bronze at the World O250 Championships in Finland in July.

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DUN laoghaire Marina has retained its 5 Gold Anchors after a re-assessment. the coastal marina is in the suburbs of Dublin and has 820 berths. It is Ireland’s largest marina.

RIBEX FOR POMPEY

RIBeX, the world’s only boat show dedicated solely to RIBs, will be making a high-profile relaunch as it moves to its new location for 2012. Gunwharf Quays in Portsmouth has secured the event which has previously been staged in Weymouth, Southampton and Cowes.

THREE PEAKS

MARItIMe charity the Sailors’ Society is calling for support for the 2012 three Peaks Challenge event, which sees teams of three from the shipping and related industries taking on three of the UK’s highest peaks in under 24 hours. In 2010 challengers beat the record to raise £400,000. Contact Felicity Patterson on 023 8051 5957 or email fpatterson@sailorssociety.org.

WIGAN’S CHAMP

NAtAlIe Craddock, 15, from Wigan, secured the 2011 British RYA Gt30 championship title, becoming the first female British Circuit Racing champion in the last decade at the British RYA Championships.

Tall ships Tenacious and Lord Nelson

ROBERT Pugh, the Welsh film and TV actor, will be setting off on the Jubilee Sailing Trust’s tall ship Tenacious, in the first race against the Trust’s senior tall ship, Lord Nelson. In 2003, Robert played Mr Allen, the Sailing Master on the British warship HMS Surprise, in the multi Oscarnominated film, Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World, set in 1805 during the Napoleonic Wars. Robert will be taking part in the exciting race from the Solent to Cherbourg and back to Southampton, in order to gain experience of sailing with the Jubilee Sailing Trust in preparation for a later voyage when he will be making a film about the trust. The inaugural race is part of the JST’s celebrations to mark the 25th anniversary of the launch of Lord Nelson in October 1986 – the first tall ship in the world designed and built to enable disabled and able-bodied people to sail side by side as equals. The charity has been in operation for nearly 30 years and in that time has taken 36,000 people to sea including 14,000 people with physical disabilities and 5,000 wheelchair users. The ships have many special facilities that enable disabled crew members to

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take an active part in the running of the ship. Facilities on board include wide decks for wheelchair users, a speaking compass to enable blind people to helm the ship, power assisted hydraulic steering for those with limited strength and much more. Crews for the celebratory race will include wheelchair users and other physically disabled people and the age range of these voyagers will be

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from 18 to over 80. The race is being generously supported by the Royal Yacht Squadron whose start line will be used for the first leg of the race, from the Solent to Cherbourg on Tuesday 11 October. The ships will leave the Basin du Commerce, Cherbourg, on Friday 14 October for the return race back to Southampton. www.jst.org.uk

MORe than 90 yachts battled it out in the little Britain Challenge Cup, europe’s largest commercial sailing regatta, with star guests, the GBR Paralympic Sailing team taking part as one crew to compete against 1,000 able bodied sailors for the final two races. the overall winner of the 2011 lBCC was Stone and Ceramic Warehouse (Class 3), with Shepherd Construction (Class 4) taking second place, and Gratte Brothers on little emily (Class 4) in third. the Paralympians gave up their free time to join in the lBCC racing and evening festivities. Competing in Saturday’s racing and attending the Gala Dinner undoubtedly spurred on a generous reaction from the construction industry, as this year’s charity coffers, which is shared across a number of sailing related organisations, leapt up to £40,000 after the four day event. lBCC chairman David Smith said: “I was privileged to be invited to join the GBR Paralympic sailors for what were two memorable and exciting races. “In another very testing year for our industry, I am so delighted our supporters and sponsors rallied to push this year’s donations up to a magical £40,000. “ the event, based at Cowes Yacht Haven, included a Champagne reception at the Royal Yacht Squadron and the annual fancy dress extravaganza, ‘Viva las Vegas’. Next year the lBCC, which takes place 6-9 September 2012, celebrates its 25th anniversary. All enquiries contact lBCC event Manager Mary Scott Jackson: info@littlebritain.co.uk telephone 01983 248 140 www.littlebritain.co.uk

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THE volunteer crew members of Calshot lifeboat station were called to help with a multi-agency search for a missing sea angler on the night of 29 September. Calshot’s all-weather and inshore lifeboats were launched at 11.15pm after reports that a man’s cries for help had been heard. A police helicopter and coastguard mobile unit were also involved in the search. The police helicopter team spotted the man in the water thanks to the bright reflective strip on his lifejacket and were able to guide the crew of the Calshot inshore lifeboat to his exact location. The volunteer crew pulled him aboard and returned him directly to the shore of Lepe Beach where medical help was awaiting. Mike Croxson, Helmsman aboard Calshot RNLI inshore lifeboat, said: ‘The man, who was in his 60s, had been fishing in a motorised dinghy, which we found capsized nearby. The police helicopter team guided us to his exact location using their searchlight and we pulled him from the water. Given his deteriorating condition we quickly transferred him straight ashore and handed him into the care of the

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waiting medical team.’ Mike Lawrence, Second Coxswain and Mechanic at Calshot RNLI, was in charge of the all-weather lifeboat which recovered the capsized dinghy after he had been successfully rescued. The allweather lifeboat crew also continued to search the area in case anyone else had been in the vessel. Mike Lawrence said: ‘Fortunately the man was wearing a lifejacket, which is something the RNLI charity strongly advises for anyone going to sea – they

should be considered an essential piece of safety equipment. Indeed in this case the reflective strip on the man’s lifejacket was the reason why were able to find him so soon after launching. ‘We have contacted the hospital today (Friday) and we are pleased to report that the man is well and is set to return home this afternoon after his ordeal. Everyone at the lifeboat station is very pleased that he is safe and this just goes to show that the use of a lifejacket is hugely important to one’s safety at sea.’

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Yacht struggles VOLUNTEERS launched Tobermory all-weather lifeboat to a yacht with engine failure on 29 September. The 38-foot yacht was struggling to make way under sail around the most westerly point of the British mainland. The lifeboat took the yacht under tow to the safety of Tobermory harbour. Yacht skipper, Hugh Barry said: “I have always had the highest regard for the RNLI and have been a staunch supporter all my life. Today when I felt my life depended on them, they were there for me.”

NEWS IN BRIEF Rock fall

THE New Quay inshore lifeboat crew launched off the west Wales coast at on 27 September after a 70-year-old angler fell 16 feet on to rocks and was badly injured. The volunteers gave the man first aid and oxygen, before taking him on board and transferring him to the beach where he was airlifted by the RAF rescue helicopter to hospital.

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HERE’S an ingenious toy – the world’s first digital binoculars capable of recording full HD video2 with stereo sound at the touch of a button. Built by Sony, the DEV-5 includes an on board GPS receiver that automatically geotags video clips as you travel. With compatible software, tagged clips and images can then be viewed on online maps. Magnification of 10x is a bit much for proper stability of image aboard a moving platform like a boat, but these new binos are no less desirable for that – and you do get optical SteadyShot, the optical stabilisation system found on Sony’s Handycam camcorders and Cyber-shot cameras. Top-mounted controls allow easy operation with gloved fingers, while dual buttons are provided to start recording instantly with either hand. Both binocular models (DEV-3 and DEV-5) come supplied with a high-capacity rechargeable battery pack that allows up to three hours of 2D recording on a single charge. These delicious new digital binos will be available from November 2011. Price: £1,800 (DEV-3) £2,300 (DEV-5) www.sony.co.uk

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DORSET-based Tops and Strops have designed a one-size-fits-all lifting sling. Its adjustability means it can be matched to any tender of up to 500 kg in weight. The Tops and Strops lifting sling is manufactured from polyester webbing, which is not only lighter and more flexible than traditional wire but also less likely to scratch the tender or mothership. The slings are fitted with marine-resistant stainless steel fittings and can be manufactured in a variety of colours to coordinate with your boat. They also come with a lifetime guarantee and carry a certificate of EU conformity for peace of mind. Mike Evers from Tops and Strops says, “Our lifting slings enable boat owners to easily purchase and fit the product themselves with the reassurance that the sling meets insurance requirements and conforms to EU standards.” Price: pending 01258 858579 www.topsandstrops.com

SAFESEA HANDHELD THE new SafeSea V100 GMDSS handheld radio from Ocean Signal is a rugged, fully featured hand-portable GMDSS radiotelephone. With a durable laser-etched keypad, high-contrast backlit LCD and backlit keys, the radio is supplied with all 21 international simplex channels required. Battery life has also been a primary consideration in the development of the SafeSea V100. A highly efficient transmitter helps preserve available power, providing more than 16 hours of use. In addition, a Lithium Polymer rechargeable battery pack is available with rapid charger that can be desk or wall-mounted for day-to-day use on board. An accessory socket option is available for users requiring helmets or headsets. The MED certified SafeSea V100 will be available through Ocean Signal’s international distribution and service network later in 2011. Price: pending www.oceansignal.com

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As part of a new service All At Sea brings you the lowdown on what’s hot and what’s not in the waterside property market. IT WASN’T so many years ago that waterside properties were rather looked down upon. Lovers of classical literature or period drama for that matter, will be well aware that Peggoty’s dwelling in Charles Dicken’s David Copperfield was far from salubrious or sought after. Times have changed, however and these days any house with a view of the sea is considered hot property. Most of us dream of pulling open the curtains on to a vista of shimmering sea and sand. Not only that, it’s a dream that many of us are chasing and that is driving waterfront housing prices up. The latest research indicates that on average house prices in sought after coastal locations are 20 to 100 per cent more expensive than the regional average. Nevertheless, coastal property has not been immune from the droop in property prices of late and although values are still

proportionately higher than those inland. It’s a buyer’s market out there at the moment, so if you are a cash buyer, there are (relative) bargains to be had and, as we all know, the British coastline can dish up a whole range of delights. At the most expensive end of the market, you have Devon, where seaside villages and towns such as Salcombe continue to prove popular with the well financed and discerning second home buyer. A large property in this area could command up to £2m even in today’s slightly sickly market. Holiday home buyers continue to ensure that properties in picturesque seaside villages even in the more far flung corners of the UK continue to command healthy prices. Around £300,000, for example, will get you a small detached cottage in the area. We live in straitened times, yet there is still money out there and even though everyone is playing their cards a little

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closer to their chests than was previously the case, there are also buyers. Generally a buyer of a waterside property will be looking to buy into a lifestyle and purchases are often made with the heart rather than the head. Many looking at homes along the south and east coasts will be aiming to get something within the commuter belt. Heading further afield, the seriously moneyed, and yes they are still out

there, will be looking to the likes of Devon, Cornwall, Dorset and as far afield Scotland for ‘bolt holes’ away from the hurly burly of city life. Shopping alongside these will be the recent retirees, who are looking to spend their nest egg and live the dream in some tranquil location. Beyond that, you’ll have a fair selection of yachties looking for a no nonsense base to from whence to pursue their

weekend racing. If you fit into these categories or not, the underlying truth is that when you are buying a waterside property, you are not just buying a property in a prime location – you are buying into a lifestyle. Over coming editions of All At Sea we will be finding you location specific advice on what is available in addition to inside information on what to look out for and what to avoid. Don’t miss it.

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The Green Blue is the environment programme created by the British leisure marine industry for the benefit of anyone who enjoys getting out on the water

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Greening the Olympics and the America’s Cup let alone any other sailing venue across the world. This has enabled me to work for the London 2012 organisers in delivering a sustainable sailing event and has caught the attention of the Americas Cup Event Authority who we have also advised. I have been lucky enough to be involved with managing the sustainability issues surrounding these events. Normally the first question I get asked is ‘but what does that mean, Dan?!’ Well, I reply, sustainability covers a wide range of issues but the ones common at all sailing events would be putting measures in place to ensure that no oil and fuel is spilt into the water and making sure that shore side facilities offer athletes places to recycle their waste therefore attempting to ensure that no rubbish makes its way into the sailing waters. I’ve heard it said that the Americas Cup is the Formula 1 of the sailing world and as such we try to cater for the clientele and manage the differing issues that may arise. This doesn’t mean glass

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MORE than 60 boats and 150 disabled and able-bodied sailors converged on Rutland Water for a weekend last month to compete in the annual RYA Sailability Multiclass Regatta. Competitors came from as far afield as Holland, France and Canada as well as the UK and battled it out in nine classesStratos, SKUD, Access, 2.4mR, Challenger, Sonar, SQUIB, Kinsman and Neo 495. The racing began on Saturday with each class competing in four class races. While the wind decided which direction it wanted to blow, racing was held up. Once it made its mind up the clouds parted and the sun shone, creating perfect sailing conditions. Sunshine and wind continued throughout Sunday which was all about the prestigious Ken Ellis Trophy and saw 150 sailors all contesting in the two-race Trophy general handicap series, creating quite a spectacle out on the water. Competing for the first time in the regatta was the Neo 495 class which had two new entries. Alain Inzerlac, the designer of the boat, came from the South of France to compete. “It is great to be here this weekend. This boat was built in 2005 and is designed especially

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I AM just about to set off on a four week delivery of a Dufour 45e to Malta. The yacht is required to take part in the Rolex Middle Sea Race in October. The course will start off from the Grand Harbour Malta and takes yachts up through the straits of Messina, round the islands of Stromboli, Favignana, Pantelleria and Lampedusa before returning to Malta. Let’s hope that Etna and Stromboli are quiet. The Dufour has 11 headsails on board, so we will fill up the owner’s cabin in the bow with all the sail bags.

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Join in the RYA Honda Youth RIB Championship SINCE its inception ten years ago some 15,000 plus youngsters have taken part in the Honda RYA Youth RIB Championship. This year approximately 5,000 more youngsters aged between eight and 16 from across Britain have taken part, as the nationwide scheme promoting safe powerboat handling enjoys something of a renaissance. Always popular with the clubs and groups who already value its worth in developing highly-skilled, proficient drivers who can take on invaluable safety boat and support crew duties to support sailing club activities, 2011 has been all about changing the perceptions of those who have traditionally seen the championship as just a powerboat racing event. The crusade started with the recruitment of new Honda RYA Youth RIB National Event Manager, Andy Felthouse, who joined the RYA’s Honda Youth RIB team after last year’s championship.

Andy has toured the country, visiting clubs, talking at regional conferences and advising clubs on the best way to run heats and training. He also attended all 14 regional finals with the two championship Honda Ribcraft boats, covering several thousand miles from the centre of London to the South Coast of England, across to North Wales and Ireland and up to Scotland as well as visiting Guernsey for the Channel Islands’ final. No fewer than ten new clubs, centres or youth groups nationwide got involved for the first time with140 organisations in total. A total of 150 local heats were staged across the 14 regions, with the successful drivers from each heat progressing through to regional finals. All in all regionally, the Honda RYA Youth RIB Championship racecourse, with its emphasis on swift, efficient and safe manoeuvring, has been laid out and collected up over 20 times and more than 200 certificates have been handed

out to successful entrants at local heats and regional finals. On Sunday 18 September 28 youngsters racing in the two age groups – eight to12 and 13 to16 – contested the national grand final at the PSP Southampton Boat Show. This year it was a clean sweep for Parkstone Yacht Club when Harrison Faull triumphed in the eight to 12 agegroup winning a Honwave T40 RIB with a Honda BF20 engine for the club, while in landing the 13 to 16 national title Ben Edwards won a 4.8m Ribcraft RIB with a Honda BF60 engine for the club as well. Andy admits that although more doors have been opened this year, there is still a lot of work to do to get even more clubs and groups involved in 2012 and beyond. He said: “It was fascinating the perceptions some organisations held of the championship. Some have always struggled to see the benefit of putting an eight-year-old in a boat and sending them off at 30mph across the water,

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while others didn’t even realise the championship has been going for ten years. “We have tried to engage with as many clubs, centres and groups as possible and illustrate to each of them how being involved in the championship could benefit them specifically. Yes powerboating is a sport in its own right but it’s the fact these young drivers can help support training and racing activities where the real long-term benefits lie. “Getting more instructors and training principles on board with the concept has been a big focus. Many new doors have been opened this year, with some groups running championship activity for the first time, whilst others have shown a new interest but have not quite invited us in yet. It is an ongoing process but we are really encouraged by the response we have had this year.” The Honda RYA Youth RIB Championship is co-ordinated nationally

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CHEERFUL The Southampton Boat Show has long been a favourite with punters and exhibitors alike. For some it is a mark for the end of the boating season and also provides an excellent barometer to the state of the industry. All at Sea browsed the stands.

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Get in touch with stories from your area: news@allatsea.co.uk THE last champagne flute has been drained, the crowds have dispersed, the stands have been dismantled and the dust has settled on the 2011 PSP Southampton Boat Show. It’s time to pause and reflect on another successful show, which saw 111,017 pass through the turnstiles and wander the aisles and pontoons. The boating community isn’t completely immune to the financial turmoil which has given us all a rough ride over the past few years but we’re a hardy bunch and have maintained a bullish optimism and generally sailed serenely over the troubled financial waters. This attitude was reflected at this year’s show, with both public and exhibitors maintaining an attitude of cautious optimism. Attendance was nine per cent down on last year, which could largely be attributed to the rather gloomy weather at the beginning of the week. Yet the weather throughout the show reflected the general mood: as the show progressed, so the weather brightened and the crowds thronged around the many attractions on offer. And what a selection they had to enjoy. With more than 580 exhibitors in attendance, 11 world product and boat launches and innumerable other displays to be enjoyed, this was a show with much to offer, including the Great British Oyster Festival, Michelin star celebrity Chef Shaun Rankin demonstrating in the Sea Kitchen Theatre and the impressive HMS Bulwark which welcomed almost 8,000 visitors aboard. In addition many of the old favourites made a welcome return such as the Try a Boat feature, while visitors were able to get another look at Jeremy Rogers’ eco friendly Contessa 32. Show visitor James Eaves explained what had brought him to the show: “It’s just such an amazing event!” he enthused, “I love coming here every year, it has just got such a great atmosphere, there is so much to do and see that I must say that I was literally intoxicated with it all by the end of the day.” It wasn’t just the visitors who were the winners, with many exhibitors reporting strong sales.

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Yacht Broker Marco Marine reported selling more than £1m worth of yachts. Managing Director Richard Poulson explained: “We sold six Dufour 375’s and one Dufour 405 to Neilson Active Holidays for their 2012 Mediterranean flotillas. It has been a very good show.” David Pougher, chairman of National Boat Shows added: “Business has been done here at the PSP Southampton Boat Show with steady sales across the range of boats, equipment and services on display. “While many exhibitors may not have broken any records, visitors have certainly been buying at a level to what they can afford. The marine industry is experiencing the same challenges as many other industries within the current climate and by providing the best possible platform the show has given marine companies a much needed boost. “Following the success of this year’s PSP Southampton Boat Show, we look forward to working towards an even more impressive show in London from 6-15 January. The positive feedback from visitors and exhibitors alike gives us the drive to ensure the 2012 London Boat Show is an unmissable event and an excellent showcase for the UK leisure marine industry.”

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HMS Bulwark the amphibious warfare war ship arrive at the 2011 PSP Southampton Boat Show

THE arrival at the show of HMS Bulwark on September 22 ensured that the Royal Navy made its presence felt in no uncertain manner. At 176 metres long, she was pretty hard to miss. HMS Bulwark is one of the Albion class of amphibious assault warships. She was launched in 2001 and has since taken part in operational tasking off the coast of Southern Iraq. Following her flagship status in the Taurus 09 deployment, she underwent a six-month refit in 2010 and rejoined the fleet in March of this year. In total, some 8,000 visitors went aboard in order to get some insight in

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ROYAL SEAL OF APPROVAL when she finally managed to break the bottle the second time and supporters cheered. Mike said: “It was a great day for me and the whole team to be here at the PSP Southampton Boat Show with our newly optimised IMOCA 60. This is the beginning of the intensive run up towards Vendee Globe in 2012.” Rustler yachts also enjoyed a royal visit as the princess took a tour around their Rustler 42. The princess has recently purchased an identical yacht and was keen to get a feel for her new purchase. Princess Anne then rounded off a full day by honouring Hampshire charity Ocean Youth Trust South for its

HRH the Princess Royal names Mike Golding’s boat, Gamesea, at the 2011 PSP Southampton Boat Show

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THE show received the Royal seal of approval with the visit of Princess Anne who was an enthusiastic attendee. The Princess Royal had a busy day and kicked off by blessing the renaming of yacht racer Mike Golding’s Imoca 60 Gamesa. The extreme racing machine is at the centre of Golding’s bid to become the first Briton to win the Vendée Globe solo round-the-world race. It was not all plain sailing for the royal visitor though when she failed to smash the champagne bottle first time. But Princess Anne, who is the president of the Royal Yachting Association, was in a relaxed mood as she joked and laughed

to how life is aboard a fully operational naval vessel and many were fascinated. “I’m stoked to have been aboard this boat,” said show visitor Chris Eager, “It was just so big and I have a new found respect for these guys. Who would have thought that you could live on something like this year round. The mind boggles, I think I’ll stick to my house on dry land.” Bulwark’s Commanding Officer, Captain Alex Burton, said he was delighted to welcome the show’s visitors on board the Royal Navy’s future Flag Ship. He was happy to lay on a fantastic tour of one of the country’s most modern warships.

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A DAY FOR THE LADIES THURSDAY was Ladies’ Day and there was a definite air of sophistication as frocks were donned to bring a glimmer of glamour to the show. Many entered into the spirit fully by putting themselves forward for the Best Dressed Lady competition in association with the Daily Echo. After much deliberation the prize was awarded to Angie Jones, 49, from Ringwood. Angie won a trip on a glamorous yacht and a meal for four. Celebrities did their bit too. Powerboat racer and All at Sea columnist Shelley Jory-Leigh was the ambassador for Ladies day and she ensured she remained firmly In the limelight by scaling the rigging of tall ship Lord Nelson along with PSP representative Jo Dixie. The proceeds from the day went to children’s charity Touching Tiny Lives.

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HAVING A GO ONE of the great joys of the Southampton Boat Show is that it offers visitors a golden opportunity to get out on the water and try something new. This year was no exception and if anything, there was an even greater range of vessels available. Punters flocked to the pontoons to try out the various options, which included the Try a Boat attraction which enabled visitors to get a taste of boating. There were a variety of boats available from

high speed RIBS to sailing yachts which visitors booked. Aimed at getting children on to the water, Get Afloat also proved to be a big hit, with children aged between eight and 16 able to enjoy a free 90-minute dinghy sailing experience. In addition the truly adventurous were not only able to get out on to the water, they could also go under it. Show exhibitor Andark offered visitors the opportunity to get the feel of SCUBA diving.

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Skipper Dave Carnson, Brixton trawler Leader

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ONE of the feelgood stories of the show was the saga of the 100-foot sail training ketch Leader. The historic vessel dates back to 1892 and is used by Devon based Trinity sailing. Earlier in September she was at the centre of a dramatic rescue operation by the RNLI after she lost her mast in rough seas. Things looked pretty bleak back then but a stroll around the pontoons

revealed the old vessel looking none the worse for wear as she was decked out in all her finery and attracting admiring glances. Fortunately, the break happened towards the end of Trinity’s season and the temporary repair effected to bring Leader to her Southampton show berth is not going to be used while the vessel is operating in any training capacity. Full repairs will be made over the winter.

Leader during the rescue

the plaice to be FOOD was a big part of the show and many visitors found themselves enthralled by one of the newest and most novel attractions – the Sea Kitchen Theatre. Celebrity Chef Shaun Rankin and demonstration chefs cooked up a storm and left spectators shrimpering with pleasure. Rankin, a Michelin starred chef and self-confessed fish fanatic proved he haddock what it took when it came to culinary cunning, offering visitors the opportunity to learn some of his secrets and some lucky visitors had the opportunity to sit on the Chef’s table and sample the food.

For the first time in the show’s history, an oyster festival was held to celebrate the start of the native oyster fishing season. Held in association with the Shellfish Association of Great Britain, the event was the first in the UK to offer visitors the opportunity to taste three different varieties of oysters, free of

I’m not usually a great one for seafood but these oysters were simply amazing

An Oyster preparation and tasting session at the Sea Theatre

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charge, on a first-come-first served basis. Show attendee Mike Wright was seduced by the allure of the oyster: “I’m not usually a great one for seafood but these oysters were simply amazing,” he gushed, “A few of these meaty molluscs and a couple of glasses of pink champagne and I was well away!” Each session consisted of top tips on how to select and open oysters, how to ensure your oysters are from a sustainable source, how oysters are grown and harvested and how to prepare them at home. Industry professionals also discussed the health benefits of oysters and challenges currently facing the industry.

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Master chef Shaun Rankin demonstrates at the Sea Theatre

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Centuries of history THE port of Plymouth needs very little introduction. Even before Sir Francis Drake confidently bestrode the Hoe, the port had established itself as an ideal haven for craft of all types. Nothing much has changed these days. The port remains an ideal haven and many cruisers see it as the ideal starting point, whether for a cross channel cruise or a short hop down to Cornwall or east towards the Dorset coast and the Solent beyond. Although much of the heart of this historic city was ripped out by the Luftwaffe in Word War II, head down to the Barbican area on the waterfront and you will find that it retains much the same thriving hubbub it must have had in

Elizabethan times. Nestling in the midst of this area is Sutton Harbour Marina. Consisting of 490 berths spread around what was traditionally the fish dock, it is made up of three separate areas: Sutton Harbour, Guys Quay and West Quay. The marina has a rich history stretching back to 1847, when the merchants of the town set up the Sutton Harbour improvement company to maintain and run the fish docks. Over a century later, the addition of lock gates made the harbour more user friendly and paved the way for the current marina development, which now boasts 490 leisure berths and stateof-the-art facilities all within a stoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s throw of Plymouthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finest bars and restaurants.

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The West Country is blessed with a plethora of beautiful cruising destinations: When it comes to day sailing, you can’t really do better than a quick trip across Plymouth Sound to the quaint villages of Cawsand and Kingsand. Once these little villages were the haunt of smugglers, these days, with picturesque woodland tumbling down to the water’s edge to the south and a sparkling beach out in front, they are ideal destinations for a spot of lunch if you are on a day sail from Plymouth. Beyond that, there’s plenty of scope for weekend cruising. Kingsbridge, Salcombe and Dartmouth all an easy weekend sail away and head south and into Cornwall where you will be spoilt for choice, Fowey, Falmouth, you name it, they’re all within easy reach of Plymouth and are all beautiful places to visit. Longer trips could easily take in both the Channel Islands and the Scilly Isles, not to mention France.

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Entering the marina is relatively straightforward, as indeed is Plymouth sound. The marina is situated to the NE of Plymouth Sound and an easy initial marker by day is Smeaton’s red and white striped Tower up on the Hoe. You’re initially aiming for Fisher’s Nose (FL(3) R.10s). Leave that to port and you head toward the lock. Queen Anne’s Battery Marina is to starboard and Sutton lock is immediately to the north. The approach is dredged to 2m. The lock is manned 24 hours a day and can be called on Channel 12. It has standard lock signals. There is free flow access three hours either side of high water. Once inside, Guys Quay and West Quay are to port and Sutton Marina itself is dead ahead. The marina does not have dedicated visitors’ berths but staff will direct you to your berth and take your lines, ensuring the ultimate stress free mooring experience.

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One of the things that attracted terry, who specialises in boat repair, to Sutton was the fact that you are spoilt for choice when it comes to chandlers. “there are a number of really good chandlers really close by, which should be able to cater for your needs.” Gael Force Plymouth Unit 22, The Fish Market, Sutton Harbour, Plymouth PL4 0RA Tel: 01752 204731 Marine Bazaar Chandlery Warehouse, Sutton Wharf, Sutton Harbour, Barbican, Plymouth, Devon PL4 0DW Tel: 01752 201023

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Staff at Sutton harbour always make a point of helping first time visitors on to their berth. Contact them by calling the lock on VHF Channel 12.

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The Marina offers every kind of luxury you would expect of a modern marina, and a few more: Free Wifi, laundry and ironing room, free parking, fuel, free pump out, and an internet café to name but a few. If you choose to keep your boat at Sutton, you will benefit from the visitor refund scheme, whereby if you are away cruising, your berth can be sublet to visitors and you are refunded a percentage of the cost.

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In addition to a Co-op nearby on the Barbican, the main city centre is a ten minute walk away and there is both a tesco on eastlake Walk and a Sainsbury’s on Armada Way.

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the Barbican is crammed with cafes, bars and restaurants, so you really are spoilt for choice. If it’s fast food you are after, look no further than Cap’n Jasper’s on Whitehouse pier, overlooking Guys Quay.

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Beyond this, if it’s a nice restaurant you are after, you are spoilt for choice. Standouts include Himalayan Spice on New Street (tel: 01752 252211) and the Thai Palace on elliot Street (tel: 01752 255770). You can’t go far wrong with the Marina Bar, which is a stone’s throw away from Sutton. You can’t miss it when you leave the marina.

What to see

Head to the Hoe for a stroll through a few centuries of naval history. For culture the Barbican theatre is nearby. Heading further afield, Dartmoor is on the doorstep and the coastal path is always a delight. In addition, if you are thinking of visiting in summer, there’s always a real buzz. Not only have you got the Fastnet race, which finishes here in August, but you also have the Plymouth Maritime festival, and the Plymouth Classic Boat Rally. the National Marine Aquarium on Coxside is also worth a visit, where Snorkel the sociable turtle is always a hit with the kids.

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HEAD to the South Coast and its often difficult to find a quiet corner to gather your thoughts as the rush and hubbub of daily life rumbles around you. The village of Emsworth, however, offers a small oasis of tranquility on the road between Portsmouth and Chichester. Its narrow streets and market square speak of more relaxed times. Approach by boat and the journey is tranquility itself; the shallow waters of the Emsworth channel leading you to the cobbled quayside. This quay used to be at the very heart of the UK’s oyster fishing industry, but now is a sleepy spot with only the occasional yacht pulling alongside to disturb the peace. About 30 seconds walk from the quayside is Fat Olives, a restaurant well in touch with its nautical heritage, not least because the restaurant is actually a converted 17th century fisherman’s cottage. Proprietors Lawrence and Julia

Murphy have been running the place for 12 years and have built up a reputation during that time for fine cuisine freshly cooked on the premises. Julia explained their philosophy: “We specialize in modern English cuisine with just a twist of Mediterranean for a bit of flair. “Everything is freshly made in house and we also try to ensure that we source our ingredients as locally as possible.” This means that the local Emsworth based fishermen get a look in, as Lawrence said: “There are two fishermen operating out of Emsworth these days and generally if they’re heading in, they’ll call ahead and ask me if I’m interested in anything they’ve caught.” Despite this, Fat Olives does not purely specialize in seafood and the restaurant tends to change its menu with the seasons to ensure the freshest produce is always on offer. The restaurant has proven a popular

choice with boaters visiting Emsworth, and in summer there is generally a regular stream of nautical coves passing through their doors. “Emsworth is tidal, which can be an issue if you want to moor up alongside the quay,” said Julia: “But there is a waiting pontoon lower down the channel which never dries out and from there you can either row, or Sid, the harbourmaster runs a water taxi service which can be raised on VHF ch14.” Once seated, prepare for a treat: Julia and Lawrence’s strict adherence to preparing freshly cooked local produce shines through; producing a mouthwatering mix. Here is their recommended choice for dinner: Starter: Crab, Romanesco and Pickled Ginger Salad: £8.25 Main: Roast Grouse, Muscat Pumpkin, Trompettes, Roasting Juices: £26.50 Dessert: Baked Chocolate Mousse, Chocolate Brownie, White Chocolate Sorbet.

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IT WAS a very special day for 12-year-old Harrison Faull on September 18 when he powered his way to the top of the winner’s podium in the final of the Honda RYA Youth RIB Championship in the 8-12 age group. Harrison, who was representing the Southern region and Parkstone Yacht Club, blasted around the course, which included a slalom run, 3600 reverse and stop exercise, in an impressive 1:11:15 seconds some four seconds faster than second place competitor Gary Fekkes from Northern Ireland, to clinch the winners’ title. We asked Harrison a few questions about the Championship and his win.

 Have you taken part in the Championship before?

No, this is my first year competing in the championship. At the start of August I took part in the Southern regional finals and won my age group, so got to come along to the final here at the Southampton Boat Show.

 How do you feel about winning? I had a really good day and still can’t believe that I actually won. It was such a surprise when they called my name as the results had been keep secret and I didn’t know I had won until it was announced in the presentation and I had to go up on the podium to collect my gold medal.

 What was the most difficult part of the course?

I found the slalom the most challenging thing to do because the tide was strong and was pushing the boat around.

 How many other competitors were there?

There were 28 of us competing in the two classes (8-12 and 13-16), so I had to beat 13 other competitors.

 What were your biggest worries for the day?

I was worried that I might not be able to take part as I sprained by ankle playing football just a few days ago and was having to use crutches but luckily I still managed to complete the course.

 What did you win?

I won a Honwave T40 RIB with BF20 engine for my club. I can’t wait for the other kids at the club to see it but hopefully I’ll get to have the first go!

 What do you love about driving a RIB?

I love being able to drive a RIB because it’s really good fun and you can go really fast.

 What would you say to other kids thinking about having a go at the championship? Have a go, it’s really good fun. You should try it.

 Will you back to defend your title next year? I will definitely be back next year, for sure. In the older age group (13-16) it was 16-year-old Ben Edwards, also from the Southern Region and Parkstone Yacht Club who took the winner’s spot, this time winning a Ribcraft 4.8m RIB with BF60 engine for the club. If you want to find out more about the Honda RYA Youth RIB Champioship visit www.rya.org.uk and click on programmes.

Winners Harrison

Sophie and Sam

and Ben

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BOOKS

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AS we head for autumn’s shorter days and longer evenings All at Sea focuses on books about boating as reading about our favourite pastime becomes almost as much fun as getting on the water.

OCTOBER 2011

LOFTING A BOAT A step by step guide REPLACING YOUR BOAT’S ENGINE UNTIL you pick up this book you might not be completely sure what ‘lofting’ is and there are probably plenty more in this state of blissful ignorance. It turns out it’s the stage in traditional boatbuilding that takes the builder from the designer’s small scale sketches, known as the lines drawing and table of offsets, to the process of ‘laying down’ or drawing the boat full size in three different views. The first thought though is that it would be highly unlikely that human minds would not have completely circumvented this clearly tedious stage by 2011, but that’s not completely correct. According to page five “In these days of CAD and plans where the Body Plan has been drawn full size and other information supplied as a scaled of dimensioned drawing, it’s tempting to forget about the boat and just get on with building it.” But apparently, “While there’s nothing wrong with doing this, lofting a boat gives us the opportunity to correct any errors in the Offset Table or Lines Drawing which may have accidentally occurred at the drafting stage. It also helps when the time comes to pick up all of the constructional information needed to build the backbone or make the mould stations.” Lofting gets its name from the loft or area in which the drawings are made. Beyond that it starts to get rather more complicated as the lofting grid is laid out and rabbet, sheer and station lines are plotted. By page 30 you may be fairly sure that you won’t be lofting a boat any time soon but you will have developed a respect for anybody who has. Reading about the method of marking the measurements on the loft floor using ancient methods including ‘trammels’, ‘tick sticks’, ‘buttocks’ and ‘lofting weights’ is like a glimpse into another, almost forgotten world.

AMAZING SAILING STORIES THIS is like a greatest hits of all of the best nautical yarns from the past few centuries. It’s generally a winner on Christmas Day as you can retire into an armchair, possibly sipping on a glass of port and while away the hours of madness in your own little world. This particular version has been compiled by Dick Durham and it does seem to have a rather morbid fixation with death and doom. Chapter headings illustrate the point: Death at the Helm, Psychopaths in the Fo’cs’le, Killer Storm, Fatal Delivery Trip, The Dead lay in Her Wake . . . the list goes on. It’s a bit like reading a succession of those awful Reader’s Digest ‘drama in real life stories’. Read too many and you eventually feel disinclined to leave the house. Don’t go near the water, it’s extremely dangerous! Author: Edited by Dick Durham Publisher: Wiley ISBN: 978-0-470-97803-0 • Price: £12.99

Author: Roger Kopanycia Publisher: Adlard Coles ISBN: 978-1-4081-3112-1 • Price: £19.99

THERE are certain books that will always cater for the niche market and it’s probably fair to say that this one is about as tightly jammed into a niche as its possible to go. The title pretty much says it all: If you’re looking to re rig your boat, then this publication probably isn’t up your alley. If, however, you happen to be replacing your engine, then this will doubtless serve as a useful companion. It seems very thorough and accessible. The only worry is that if ever you do find yourself where you require an engine to be replaced, it will differ so wildly from the case study featured for the book to be of any use. To be fair though, even if this was the case, the £20 you had spent on the book would be small change compared to the £3k or so you spent on the engine.

Author: Mike Westin Publisher: Adlard Coles ISBN: 978-1-408-13294-4 • Price: £20

THE CRUISING ALMANAC THE latest installment of the Cruising Asssociation’s Cruising Almanac looks jolly useful, made even better by the fact that it is now published annually. If you have never looked further than Reed’s Almanac a browse through this will impress. Many of the charts are of a larger scale and there also seemed, on first inspection, to be more ports covered (Ravenglass and Hayle as two obscure examples). In addition, the tide tables come in a separate booklet supplied with the almanac. Some may see this as a blessing, others a curse but it is mighty handy, although compared to Reeds, it is less easy to deduce when the spring and neap tides occur. Reeds has idiot proof colour coding. It’s always good to have an alternative to Reeds and you can tell that this has been put together by cruising experts who know what the average cruiser is after in terms of information.

Author: N/A Publisher: Imray ISBN: 978-1-846-233-678 Price: £32

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Selling or buying your boat has never been this easy and well managed Brokerage Direct Purchase Part Exchange Call our experienced, qualified team on +44 (0)1243 511381 for expert advice on the best way for you to sell, buy and part exchange

Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42DS (2006) £139,995

Elan Impression 34 (2008) £89,950

Fairline Phantom 46 (2001) £219,995

Sea Ray Sundancer 395 (2003) £154,995

Bavaria 36 (2003) £57,500

Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32.2 (1998) £41,750

Aquastar Pacemaker 27 (1997) £51,000

Sunseeker Hawk 31 (1993) £39,995

Hunter Legend 290 (2001) £37,500

Hunter Legend 290 (2001) £34,950

Sea Ray 270 Sundancer (1999) £32,950

Arvor 250AS (2007) £29,950

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Schmidt & Partner yacht brokers

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Scotland’s Boat Show

14th to 16th October 2011

MORE BOATS SOLD THAN ANYWHERE ELSE IN SCOTLAND MORE VISITORS THAN ANY OTHER BOATSHOW IN SCOTLAND THE SHOW FOR ANYTHING BOATS & BOATING!

A great family day out at Kip Marina, Inverkip Michael Schmidt & Partners are yacht brokers of sail & power craft, based on the Hamble, Lake Windermere & Scotland with partner offices across the UK and Europe. We bring a wealth of experience and knowledge with a personal touch... A selection of the sail & power boats we offer... Premier 50 Power

1995

Euro

250,000

Hanse 470

2010

£219,000

Princess 460 48’

1999

£204,950

Sadler 34

1986

£29,950

Fairline Phantom 38

1998

£150,000

Elan 362

2001

£74,500

Sealine F42/5

2005

£215,000

Hanse 350

2008

£69,995

Birchwood TS37

1988

£73,950

Moody Eclipse 38

1991

£89,950

Bayliner 2858 Classic

1994

£29,950

Westerly Merlin

1990

£28,950

Broom 37

1976

£49,950

Southerly 38

2008

£245,000

Hardy Seawings 254

1997

£26,950

Hunter Channel 31

2000

£44,950

Come visit kip marina for the very best in racing, cruising, power or sail and view our range of new and second-hand boats on our sales pontoons and ashore. Trader 50 - 1992

£174,000

Westerly Ocean 33 - 1997

£64,950

‘Winter’ at Kip Boat Sales to Sell your boat proven to be the best location to sell in Scotland

Cruisers 370 Express - 2007

Assessed Prepared Presented Sold

£169,950

£54,950

Victory 40 - 1976

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James Dickens Marine Ltd HYTHE (Southampton) MARINA BROKERAGE Many boats listed but all the boats shown are with us here in Hythe

Westerly Regatta 290 1993 20hp Volvo, ashore being prepared for sale. Hythe Marina £31,850

Beneteau Antares 9.80 2008 2 x D4 225hp Volvos, 30 hours run! Good extras, see website £104,850

Jeanneau 32i Odyssey 2007 Yanmar 21hp, inmast furl, AS NEW INSIDE. £56,850

2001 Broom 345 Offshore 2 x 250hp Yanmars. Very high spec example just having service, afloat Hythe £139,000

Broom 450 2002 2 x450 Cats, stunning boat, ashore Hythe, every extra, very clean £299,000

Bavaria 30 Cruiser 2006 Immaculate interior, 19hp Volvo, high spec many extras, Hythe £49,850 try offers

Westerly Fulmar 31 1987 Fin keel, superb specification, ashore Hythe, on website £32,000

2007-9 Sealine SC29 2 x 130 D3, super condition, clever coupe top £99,850

1995 Sealine 310 Ambassador 2 x 150 Volvo’s on Duoprops, all very clean and tidy. £49,950

Fairey Huntsman 31 2 x 220hp Sabre. Ashore Hythe, “Classic” boat. Much history Reduced now £48,950

Finnmaster 6400 Fabulous Scandinavian fast able Diesel boat with lots of kit, “as new” order, on trailer. £28,950

1989 Humber 40 Aft cabin, 2 x 275 Sabres, solid build and ability, bargain cruising. £79,850

Fairline Targa 34 Stunning 2005 boat little used 2 x Kad 300’s, immaculate. £149,850

Broom 38 CL 1999 2 x 200 Volvo, new generator, etc, very nice one £159,000 Hythe

Contessa 32 1976 Classic boats, Beta diesel engine, ashore Hythe. £26,000

ACM Elite 31 2003 230 Yanmar on shaft, bow prop, autopilot, radar etc. £87,500

Nimbus 345 Coupe 2002 2 x 230 Yanmars Fabulous cruising boats on website, ashore Hythe £115,000

Nelson 34 ex “ARK ROYAL” Huge refit 2003/5. Great seaboats, family layout. Battleship build, ashore Hythe Offers on £36,000

Ring Ranger 25 2 x 130 Honda fourstrokes, all 2000, “T” top, trailer etc, bargain. £14,500

Atlantic 40 2007 2 x 310 Volvos, superb aft cabin cruising boat, ashore Hythe REDUCED £225,000

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2008 Aquador 26HT Stunning order with Volvo D4 and “Every Extra”. Ashore Hythe £92,850

Over 30 years experience helping buyer and seller alike, visit our award winning website!

www.jamesdickensmarine.com Tel: + 44 (0) 2380 841100 Mob: 07733 886018 Email: sales@jamesdickensmarine.com 12 Shamrock Way, Hythe Marina Village, Southampton SO45 6DY

Nicholson 27, GRP sloop built 1980, Volvo 7.5 hp diesel (1987), 7 berths in 2 cabins, w.c., navigation instruments, liferaft, full set of sails, lying Shoreham Harbour ......................... £14,500

Moody 33, 11 ft 6 beam, 5 ft 9 draft, fin keel, 20 hp bukh diesel, good sails, WC, 7 berths, cooker, out of water laid up T.L.C needed ...................... £19,000

26 ft Westerly Pembroke, 4 berth GRP fin keel sloop, Rotostay furling genoa, main boom rolling, volvo 23 hp diesel, 2 burners and grill in galley, GPS, autohelm, sounder .................................... £7,000

MacWester Rowan 22, long keel sloop, GRP, 1973, 4 berths, Stuart Turner 5hp petrol engine, plus Mariner long shaft outboard, excellent condition, lying Shoreham, mooring available .............£4,750

Rampart 36, 1962, twin Beta diesel engines 2007, Mahogany on oak, traditionally fitted out, spacious galley, w.c. shower, 5 berths in saloon and forward cabin, GPS, VHF, davits with inflatable dingy, lying Shoreham.........£42,000

26’ South Coast One design, mahogany on oak, 10hp Beta diesel engine fitted new 2005, built 1966 in Bosham, 4 berths in two cabins ...........£11,750

Jouet 920, built 1981, GRP, 6 berths in two cabins, fin keel, 13hp Mitshubishi diesel engine, tiller steering, lying South coast ...................... £17,250

Folksong sailing sloop, 26’, GRP, 1980’s, 4 berths, Yamaha diesel inboard engine, 2 suits of sails in fair condition, lying Shoreham ....... £3,750

1962, South Coast One Design, classic wooden yacht, 26’, Yanmar inboard engine, hull mahogany on oak, 4 berths, lying Shoreham .............. £3,250

Ocean 36, cutter rig, 1950, mahogany on oak, ply deck, Peugeot 65hp diesel engine, 5 berths, w.c.sails new in 2000, Ech sounder, Raymarine C120 radar 2008, log, VHF, lying Shoreham .................£24,500

Colvic Atlanta, sloop GRP, registered 1998, 4-5 berths in 2 cabins, Yanmar 1GM10, 9hp Yanmar diesel inboard engine, bilge keel, lying Shoreham ................ £17,750

1982 Jeanneau, Sunfizz GRP, 40’, 8 berths in 4 cabins, Vetus Mitsibushi 46hp engine 2008, liferaft, sprayhood, dodgers, nav.equipment, needs TLC, lying Shoreham on quayside ....................£46,000

Classic folkboat, mahogany on elm, fair condition, Petter 6hp engine, 3 berths, w.c................ £3,950

Sea Lion 42 twin screw diesel yacht, built Holland 1962, fitted out by JG Meakes, 2 x Mermaid marine diesel engines, 128hp each. Aft cabin with one single and one 3/4 double, shower and toilet on suite, closet and 4 drawers under each bed, dressing table. Saloon with folding table, single berth, wheelhouse with nav. equipment, chart cupboard etc., separate galley, toilet with sink, forward cabin with bunks and storage. Lying on residential berth in Narbonne,France........................£69,000

14mtrs Cal 46, GRP motor sailer, ketch, Perkins 4108 diesel, 6 berths in 3 cabins, this is a round the world yacht, recently returned, full galley, washing machine, freezer, water maker, shower x2, bath, 2 x toilets. 6kva Onan diesel generator, life raft, dinghy, radar, GPS, compass etc., needs re-fit, sails good, roller reefing twin, in boom furl, lots of gear, very interesting project, with berth, lying Shoreham ......................... £63,000

Colvic sailer, bilge keel, built 1980, Yanmar 12hp diesel inboard, GRP, Full suit of sails, Rotastay furling gear, navigation instruments, 6’ headroom, 4/5 berths, w.c. lying SYC out of water ......................... £11,000

34’7”x 12’3”x 4’4”, timber, lifting keel sailing boat.Built and designed by FC Langmaid 1990. 50hp Perkins diesel inboard engine. 1 x double berth, 4 single berths in 3 cabins. Hot and cold water with calorifier. Crusader sails, slab reefing, lazy jacks. Navigation instruments included. Beautifully kept, lying Shoreham ............. £32,000

Colvic Watson motor sailer, built 1981 by Hall & Co, 34’6” x 13’ x 4’8”, Ford diesel 120hp engine 1981, Berswarner 2 x 1 gearbox, 1981, 6 berths in 3 cabins, 2 x w.c., lying Shoreham Harbour. ............... £55,000

T: 01273 591705 M: 07802848915 F: 01273 870349 E: graham@adurboatsales.co.uk www.adurboatsales.co.uk Adur Boat Sales, 138 Ladybee Marina, Albion Street, Southwick, Sussex. BN42 4EG

AAS1109 Adur Boat Sales

adur boat sales

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We overlook nothing... but the water

A selection of our current yachts for sale... Bowman 40

Hanse 430

Bowman 40 MKII, 1994, Cutter rigged, Scheel keel, Volvo MD22L 50hp, 8 berths in 2 cabins plus saloon, a very well looked after and maintained blue water cruiser, rerigged in 2010 she is equipped with a full electronics package a and full domestic inventory.

Hanse 430, 2007, Fin Keel, Yanmar 40hp, Twin wheel steering, 7 berths in 4 cabins, fully equipped for comfortable cruising with a full electronics and domestics package.

£158,000

£149,950

£119,950

£84,499

Bavaria 38

Beneteau First 36.7

Beneteau First 40.7

Bavaria 31

Beneteau First 36.7, 2003, Fin keel, Volvo 2030 28hp, 8 berths in 3 cabins plus saloon, an excellent cruiser racer fully equipped for racing with a full electronics package & sail wardrobe, but also with a full domestic inventory.

Beneteau First 40.7, 2001, Fin keel, Volvo MD 2040 38hp, 10 berths in 3 cabins, fully equipped with a full suite of Raymarine electronics with repeaters, she has a full domestic package too including heating. A full suite of sails is also available.

Bavaria 31, 2009, Deep fin keel, wheel steering, Volvo 19hp serviced March 2011, 6 berths in 2 cabins, inmast furling, fully equipped with electronics including GPS and Chartplotter.

£75,000

£69,995

£69,950 ex VAT

£67,950

Feeling 426

Beneteau 36 CC Clipper

Beneteau Oceanis 331

Bavaria 34

Feeling 426, 1988 Fin keel, mast head rigged sloop, new Beta Marine 35hp engine in 2010, teak decks, 6 berths in 3 cabins plus 2 in saloon, full electronics package including autopilot and chart plotter

£65,000

Beneteau 36 CC Clipper, 1998, Volvo 28hp, Sleeps 6 in 3 cabins. Full teak decks, radar, chartplotter, heating, suite of sails. Spacious cruising boat, ample stowage and sold with large inventory of equipment.

£63,995

Beneteau Oceanis 42 CC Clipper, 2002, Fin keel, centre cockpit Yanmar 75hp, Sleeps 6 in 3 cabins, generator, air conditioning, full teak decks, chartplotter, radar, autopilot, wifi, tender & outboard and much more.

Beneteau Oceanis 331, 2001, Lifting fin keel, Volvo 29hp, 6 berths in 2 cabins plus saloon, Mast head rig, inmast furling, very well maintained and equipped with Raymarine chartplotter, garmin GPS

£54,995

Legend 36

Legend 36, 2008, Bilge keel, sleeps 7 in 3 cabins. Yanmar 29hp diesel. Twin chartplotters with radar, autopilot, DSC VHF. Heating, TV. A very spacious 36 foot boat that allows you to cruise in comfort, excellent sailing performance and this particular example has been very well looked after.

Bavaria 34, 2001, Fin keel, Volvo 29hp, 6 berths in 2 cabins plus saloon, equipped with heating, hot water and fridge. She has a full electronics package including chartplotter. She has an electric anchor windlass and side deck gatesz

£44,995

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Bavaria 38, 2005, Fin Keel, Volvo 29hp, Wheel Steering, 6 berths in 3 cabins, heating, inmast furling, equipped with Radar, Chartplotter, and autopilot. Lots of extra equipment including self steering gear, a lot of boat to go sailing in!

Beneteau Oceanis 42 CC

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Waterside Bespoke.... Simply Stunning Boats For Sale

Man 1360hp diesel, Sleeps 7 in 4 cabins. Full navigation package, air conditioning, generator, passerelle, audio visual system, dishwasher, washing machine, plus plenty more to whet your appetite. Don’t forget the Arneson drives giving 48 knot performance! Look at the full specification so you can truly see how well equipped she is. Engines just fully serviced.

Available to view 25 minutes from the boat show

Sunseeker Manhattan 50 | £419,995

Sunseeker Manhattan 50, 2004 2 x Caterpillar C12 (715hp) diesel engines, low hours, high specification which includes, generator, passerelle, teak cockpit, chartplotter, radar,VHF etc, heating, leather upholstery, cherry gloss interior, One owner boat from new.

Moody 64 | £675,000

2003 commissioned 2004, a true blue water cruiser, sleeps 7, crew maintained with a vast specification including; Generator, air conditioning, full navigation package, sat phone & broadband, hydraulic rig controls, electric davits and more.

Available to view 25 minutes from the boat show

Island Packet 485 | £342,995

2003 Sleeps 4 to 9 in 3 cabins, Yanmar 100hp. Radar, chartplotters, autopilot, navtex, bowthruster, generator, watermaker, heating, washer dryer. Full suite of sails including furling asymmetric spinnaker & carbon pole. One owner, UK supplied, VAT paid vessel. A huge specification that is is too comprehensive to list, The 485 represents a true blue-water classic & the particular boat is ready to go.

Available to view 10 minutes from the boat show

Tel: 023 9238 8884 | www.watersideboatsales.com | Boats available to view close to The Southampton Boat Show

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Pershing 56 | £725,000

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THE SOUTH COAST

SOUTH WEST

1. PREMIER MARINAS FALMOUTH North Parade, Falmouth, Cornwall. TR11 2TD T: 01326 316620 F: 01326 313939 VHF: 80 E: falmouth@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com 2. MAYFLOWER MARINA Manager: Charles Bush Mayflower Marina, Richmond Walk, Plymouth, Devon PL1 4LS. T: 01752 556633 F: 01752 606896 E: info@mayflowermarina.co.uk www.mayflowermarina.co.uk 3. PLYMOUTH YACHT HAVEN Manager: Mrs Laura Whinney Plymouth Yacht Haven, Shaw Way Mount Batten, Plymouth, Devon. PL9 9XH T: 01752 404231 F: 01752 484177 E: plymouth@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com 4. QUEEN ANNE’S BATTERY Manager: Chris Price Queen Anne’s Battery, Plymouth Devon. PL4 0LP T: 01752 671142 F: 01752 266297 E: qab@mdlmarinas.co.uk www.queenannesbattery.co.uk 5. YACHT HAVEN QUAY Manager: Mr Will Rahder Yacht Haven Quay, Breakwater Road Plymstock, Plymouth, Devon. PL9 7HJ T: 01752 481 190 F: 01752 484 494 E: boatyard@yachthavenquay.com W: www.yachthavens.com 6. DARTSIDE QUAY MARINE SERVICE CENTRE Manager: Shaw Smith Galmpton Creek, Galmpton, Brixham, Devon. TQ5 0EH T: 01803 845445 F: 01803 843558 E: dartsidequay@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.dartsidequay.co.uk 7. BRIXHAM MARINA Manager: Shaw Smith Berry Head Road, Brixham, Devon. TQ5 9BW T: 01803 882929 F: 01803 882737 E: brixham@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.brixhammarina.co.uk 8. TORQUAY MARINA Manager: Mike Smith Torquay, Devon TQ2 5EQ T: 01803 200210 F: 01803 200225 E: torquaymarina@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.torquaymarina.co.uk 9. WEYMOUTH MARINA Manager: Alistair Clarke Commercial Road, Weymouth Dorset. DT4 8NA T: 01305 767576 F: 01305 767575 E: berths@weymouthmarina.co.uk W: www.weymouthmarina.co.uk 10. COBB’S QUAY MARINA Manager: Dave Wilson Hamworthy, Poole, Dorset. BH15 4EL T: 01202 674299 F: 01202 665217 E: cobbsquay@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.cobbsquaymarina.co.uk

2 1 11. POOLE QUAY BOAT HAVEN Manager: John Binder Poole Quay Boat Haven, Poole Town Quay, Poole, Dorset. BH15 1HJ Tel/Fax: 01202 649488 E: info@poolequayboathaven.co.uk W: www.poolequayboathaven.co.uk 12. SALTERNS MARINA LTD Manager: Simon Chalk 40 Salterns Way, Lilliput, Poole, Dorset. BH14 8JR T: 01202 709971 F: 01202 700398 E: reception@salterns.co.uk W: www.salterns.co.uk 13. PORTLAND MARINA Manager: Russ Levett Osprey Quay, Portland, Dorset. DT5 1DX T: 08454 30 2012 F: 08451 80 2012 E: berths@portlandmarina.co.uk W: www.portlandmarina.co.uk SMALL BOATS WELCOME NEW DRYSTACK, BOATYARD & FUEL BERTH 14. LYMINGTON YACHT HAVEN Manager: Mr Edward Mead Lymington Yacht Haven, Kings Saltern Road, Lymington, Hants. SO41 3QD T: 01590 677071 F: 01590 678186 E: lymington@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com 15. HAVEN QUAY Manager: Mr Alistair McNeal Haven Quay, Mill Lane, Lymington Hants. SO41 9AZ T: 01590 677072 F: 01590 672717 E: havenquay@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com

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19. SAXON WHARF Manager: Jonathan Walcroft Lower York Street, Northam Southampton. SO14 5QF T: 023 8033 9490 F: 023 8033 5215 E: saxonwharf@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.saxonwharf.co.uk 20. HAMBLE POINT MARINA Manager: Mike Weldon School Lane, Hamble, Southampton Hampshire. SO31 4NB T: 023 8045 2464 F: 023 8045 6440 E: hamblepoint@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.hamblepointmarina.co.uk 21. PORT HAMBLE MARINA Manager: Colin Jefferies Satchell Lane, Hamble, Southampton Hampshire. SO31 4QD T: 023 8045 2741 F: 023 8045 5206 E: porthamble@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.porthamblemarina.co.uk 22. MERCURY YACHT HARBOUR Manager: Matthew Leigh Satchell Lane, Hamble, Southampton Hampshire. SO31 4HQ T: 023 8045 5994 F: 023 8045 7369 E: mercury@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.mercuryyachtharbour.co.uk 23. UNIVERSAL MARINA Crableck Lane, Sarisbury Green, Hampshire. SO31 7ZN T: 01489 574272 VHF: 80 E: info@universalmarina.co.uk W: www.universalmarina.co.uk

16. HYTHE MARINA VILLAGE Manager: Peter Hogsden The Lock Building, Shamrock Way Hythe, Southampton, Hampshire. SO45 6DY T: 023 8020 7073 F: 023 8084 2424 E: hythe@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.hythemarinavillage.co.uk

24. PREMIER MARINAS SWANWICK Swanwick (on the Hamble) Southampton, Hants. SO31 1ZL T: 01489 884081 F: 01489 579073 VHF: 80 E: swanwick@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com SMALL BOATS WELCOME

17. OCEAN VILLAGE MARINA Manager: Debbie Burns Marina Office, 2 Channel Way Southampton, Hampshire. SO14 3TG T: 023 8022 9385 F: 023 8023 3515 E: oceanvillage@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.oceanvillagemarina.co.uk

25. TOWN QUAY MARINA Manager: Lex Bancroft Management Office Town Quay, Southampton. SO14 2AQ T: 02380 234397 F: 02380 235302 E: lbancroft@abports.co.uk W: www.townquay.com

18. SHAMROCK QUAY Manager: Nicola Walsh William Street, Northam, Southampton Hampshire. SO14 5QL T: 023 8022 9461 F: 023 8021 3808 E: shamrockquay@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.shamrockquay.co.uk

26. BUCKLER’S HARD MARINA Harbour Master: Mike Nicholls Harbour Master’s Office, Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour, Beaulieu, Hampshire. SO42 7XB T: 01590 616200 E: river@beaulieu.co.uk W: www.beaulieuriver.co.uk

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27. HASLAR MARINA Manager: Ben Lippiett Haslar Road, Gosport Hampshire. PO12 1NU T: 023 9260 1201 F: 023 9260 2201 E: berths@haslarmarina.co.uk W: www.haslarmarina.co.uk 28. PREMIER MARINAS GOSPORT Mumby Road , Gosport, Hampshire. PO12 1AH T: 023 9252 4811 F: 023 9258 9541 VHF: 80 E: gosport@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com NEW DRY STACK FOR BOATS, 4.5 – 10M! 29. ROYAL CLARENCE MARINA Manager: Tony Dye The Bridgehead, Weevil Lane, Gosport, Hampshire. PO12 1AX T: 023 9252 3523 F: 023 9252 3523 VHF: 80 E: info@royalclarencemarina.org W: www.royalclarencemarina.org 30. PREMIER MARINAS PORT SOLENT South Lockside, Port Solent, Portsmouth Hampshire. PO6 4TJ T: 023 9221 0765 F: 023 9232 4241 VHF: 80 E: portsolent@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com 31. PREMIER MARINAS SOUTHSEA Fort Cumberland Road Portsmouth, Hampshire. PO4 9RJ T: 023 9282 2719 F: 023 9282 2220 VHF: 80 E: southsea@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com

ISLE OF WIGHT

32. COWES YACHT HAVEN Manager: Ben Ferris Vectis Yard, High Street, Cowes. PO31 7BD T: (0)1983 299975 F: (0)1983 200332 E: info@cowesyachthaven.com W: www.cowesyachthaven.com 33. EAST COWES MARINA Manager: Mike Townshend Britannia Way, East Cowes Isle of Wight. PO32 6UB T: 01983 293983 F: 01983 299276 E: berths@eastcowesmarina.co.uk W: www.eastcowesmarina.co.uk SMALL BOATS WELCOME

SOUTH EAST

34. NORTHNEY MARINA Manager: Michael Glanville Northney Road, Hayling Island Hampshire. PO11 0NH T: 023 9246 6321 F: 023 9246 1467 E: northney@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.northneymarina.co.uk

35. SPARKES MARINA Manager: Carl Jarmaine 38 Wittering Road, Hayling Island Hampshire. PO11 9SR T: 023 9246 3572 F: 023 9246 5741 E: sparkesmarina@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.sparkesmarina.co.uk 36. BIRDHAM POOL MARINA Manager: Tony Dye Birdham Nr. Chichester West Sussex. PO20 7BG T: 01243 512310 F: 01243 513163 VHF: 80 E: info@birdhampool.co.uk W: www.birdhampool.co.uk 37. PREMIER MARINAS CHICHESTER Birdham (Chichester Harbour) West Sussex. PO20 7EJ T: 01243 512731 F: 01243 513472 VHF: 80 E: chichester@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com SMALL BOATS WELCOME 38. PREMIER MARINAS BRIGHTON West Jetty, Brighton, East Sussex. BN2 5UP T: 01273 819919 F: 01273 675082 VHF: 37 or 80 E: brighton@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com SMALL BOATS WELCOME 39. PREMIER MARINAS EASTBOURNE Sovereign Harbour, North Lockside, Pacific Drive, Eastbourne. BN23 5BJ T: 01323 470099 F: 01323 470077 VHF: Ch 17 E: sovereignharbour@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com SMALL BOATS WELCOME 40. DOVER MARINA Harbour House, Marine Parade Dover, Kent. CT17 9BU T: 01304 241663 E: marina@doverport.co.uk W: www.doverport.co.uk 41. LITTLEHAMPTON MARINA Ferry Road, Littlehampton West Sussex, BN17 5DS VHF: 80 T: 01903 713553 F: 01903 732264 E: sales@littlehamptonmarina.co.uk www.littlehamptonmarina.co.uk 42. LITTLEHAMPTON YACHT CLUB (LYC) Rope House, Rope Walk Littlehampton, West Sussex BN17 5DH Office: Fiona Boyce 01903 713 996 Berthing Master: Bill Kellett 01903 732 926 F: 01903 725 911 E: fiona@littlehamptonyachtclub.co.uk W: www.littlehamptonyachtclub.co.uk

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UK AND IRELAND

KENT

43. GILLINGHAM MARINA 173 Pier Road, Gillingham, Kent. ME7 1UB T: 01634 280022 - Berthing T: 01634 283008 - Chandlery E: berthing@gillingham-marina.co.uk W: www.gillingham-marina.co.uk 44. CHATHAM MARITIME MARINA Manager: Alastair Hand The Lock Building, Leviathan Way Chatham Maritime, Chatham Kent. ME4 4LP T: 01634 899200 F: 01634 899201 E: chatham@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.chathammaritimemarina.co.uk

SURREY

45. PENTON HOOK MARINA Manager: Mike Gates Staines Road, Chertsey, Surrey. KT16 8PY T: 01932 568681 F: 01932 567423 E: pentonhook@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.pentonhookmarina.co.uk

BERKSHIRE

46. WINDSOR MARINA Manager: Mike Gates Maidenhead Road, Windsor, Berkshire SL4 5TZ T: 01753 853911 F: 01753 868195 E: windsor@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.windsormarina.co.uk 47. BRAY MARINA Manager: Mike Gates Monkey Island Lane, Bray, Berkshire. SL6 2EB T: 01628 623654 F: 01628 773485 E: bray@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.braymarina.co.uk

50. LOWESTOFT HAVEN MARINA Manager: Sarah Hanna Lowestoft Haven Marina (twin site), School Road and Hamilton Dock, Marina Office, School Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 9NB T: 01502 580300 F: 01502 581851 E: lowerstofthaven@abports.co.uk W: lowestofthavenmarina.co.uk

SOMERSET

WALES

SCOTLAND

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55. WATCHET HARBOUR MARINA LTD Manager: James Burnell 10 The Esplanade, Harbour Road Watchet, Somerset TA23 0AQ T: 01984 631264 F: 01984 634893 W: www.watchet-harbour-marina.com

51. NEYLAND YACHT HAVEN Manager: Mr James Cotton Neyland Yacht Haven, Brunel Quay Neyland. SA73 1PY T: 01646 601601 F: 01646 600713 E: neyland@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com

CYPRUS

1. LIMASSOL MARINA 2 Syntagmatos Square, Old Port, Amathus Building, 4th Floor, 3036, Limassol, Cyprus Number of berths: 670 T: +357 25 022 600 F: +357 25 022 699 E: esolea@limassolmarina.com W: www.limassolmarina.com

ITALY

2. MARINA DEI CESARI Manager: Enrico Bertacchi Lungomare Mediterraneo 26, 61032 Fano (PU), Italy T: (0039) 0721 800279 T (UK): 023 8045 0227 F: (0039) 0721 813854 E: enquiries@marinadeicesari.co.uk W: www.marinadeicesari.com

57. TROON YACHT HAVEN Manager: Mr Stephen Bennie Troon Yacht Haven, The Harbour, Troon, Ayrshire. KA10 6DJ T: 01292 315553 F: 01292 312836 E: troon@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com

SPAIN

58. KIP MARINA Manager: Duncan Chalmers Kip Marina, The Yacht Harbour, Inverkip Renfrewshire, Scotland. PA16 0AS T: 01475 521485 F: 01475 521298 E: enquire@kipmarina.co.uk W: www.kipmarina.co.uk

LIVERPOOL

53. LIVERPOOL MARINA Coburg Wharf, Sefton Street Liverpool. L3 4BP T: 0151 707 6777 F: 0151 707 6770 W: www.liverpoolmarina.com

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EUROPE

56. LARGS YACHT HAVEN Manager: Ms Carolyn Elder Largs Yacht Haven, Irvine Road Largs, Ayrshire. KA30 8EZ T: 01475 675333 F: 01475 672246 E: largs@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com

52. DINORWIC MARINA LIMITED Manager: David Owen Y Felinheli, Gwynedd, North Wales LL56 4JN T: 01248 671500 F: 01248 671252 E: info@dinorwicmarina.co.uk VHF: 80 Call Sign: Dinorwic Marina W: www.dinorwicmarina.co.uk

3. SANT CARLES MARINA Manager: Nicolas Gonzalez Ctra. Villafranco s/n, Apartat de Correus 192, 43540, Sant Carles de la RĂ pita, Spain T: (0034) 9777 45153 T (UK): 023 8045 0227 F: (0034) 9777 45153 E: enquiries@santcarlesmarina.com W: www.santcarlesmarina.com

59. CRAOBH MARINA Manager: Jim Berry Craobh Haven, by Lochgilphead, Argyll, Scotland. PA31 8UA T: 01852 500222 F: 01852 500252 E: enquire@craobhmarina.co.uk W: www.craobhmarina.co.uk

CUMBRIA

54. WHITEHAVEN MARINA Manager: Simone Morgan Whitehaven Marina Ltd The Marina Office, Bulwark Quay Whitehaven, Cumbria. CA28 7HW T: 01946 692435 E: enquiries@whitehavenmarina.co.uk W: www.whitehavenmarina.co.uk

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48. FAMBRIDGE YACHT HAVEN Manager: Mr Danyal Adams Fambridge Yacht Haven North Fambridge, Chelmsford Essex. CM3 6LS T: 01621 740370 F: 01621 742359 E: fambridge@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com

SUFFOLK

49. WOOLVERSTONE MARINA Manager: Trevor Barnes Woolverstone, Ipswich, Suffolk. IP9 1AS T: 01473 780206 F: 01473 780273 E: woolverstone@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.woolverstonemarina.co.uk

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BOATS FOR SALE NeW AND USeD BOAtS – SAIl AND POWeR

looking to sell your boat? It’s easy – just visit our website

www.boatandyachtbuyer.co.uk TRAPPER 500

£12,500

CLASSIC ONE DESIGN

£2,000

P17866

1937, Three quarter decked wooden dinghy. Beam 6’ 6”. The hull has double diagonal planking, was probably made in Bosham, Sussex. Owned since 1957. Repainted ready for use. Carries 5o5 mast. Foredeck overhangs. (Surrey)

Tel: 07096 691177 £5,650

Tel: 01483 489531

KLEIN VANGUARD 3

£19,995

P17689

1976, 2005 Beta 13.5 Diesel engine installed,fully equipped, DSC radio, Spray hood, 3 blade prop and initial sailing lessons included! Trading up to larger yacht. (Essex)

WESTERLEY GK24

MOODY 30

£10,000

WESTERLY TEMPEST

£21,000

WESTERLY CENTAUR

P17942

1976, Sleeps six in two doubles and two single berths in two cabins, L shaped settee converting to a double berth. Single berth opposite and _ berth to stbd. Forward focsle with double berth - (or two singles). (Kent)

Tel: 07096 690967 £9,500

2006 SCOUT

£7,500

P17880

P17580

P17883

P17888

P17821

1979, inboard diesel with saildrive, wintered ashore every year, large sail wardrobe including spinaker & cruising shute. Standing rigging replaced in 2006, great boat to sail. gps, fishfinder log, ready to go. (Hampshire)

1974, Well maintained 1974, long keel, galvanised steel hull, 24 hp diesel engine very low hours, 6 berth in 3 cabins inc aft cabin, Webasto heating, vhf, fridge, fishfinder, Brighton. (West Sussex)

1989, Quality Westerly cruiser. Capable, comfortable, this handsome yacht is both easy to handle and a joy to sail.3 cabin layout including large owners aft cabin. Volvo 18hp inboard. Ashore Leros, Greece. ()

1974, Good condition. 25hp Watermota diesel and 3 blade prop. DSC Radio, GPS,Depth sounder and new auto pilot. Suzuki 4-stroke outboard and inflatable. Lots of extras and 2nd inflatable for mooring. (Devon)

2006, 2006 Scout 222 Sportfish with transferable warranty. Scout designed an aggressive bow flair to deliver a dry comfortable ride through chop yet drafts only 14 inches. (London)

Tel: 07096 692389

Tel: 07989 556802

Tel: 07096 692394

Tel: 07096 692410

Tel: 07096 691066

WESTERLEY CENTAUR

£9,500

TRAPPER 500

£12,500

WESTERLY GK24

£5,650

ILLUSION II

£2,000

P17888

1974, Good condition. 25hp Watermota diesel and 3 blade prop. DSC Radio,GPS,Depth sounder and new auto pilot. Suzuki 4-stroke outboard and inflatable. Lots of extras and 2nd inflatable for mooring. (Devon)

Tel: 07096 692410 SOUTHERLY 105

£48,500

Very well equipped with the following items NEW IN LAST 12 MONTHS. RADAR, cooker, 30 mts chain, engine (Beta 35 hp, just run in), standing rigging, Mariner 2.5 (for dinghy), electric conversion of vacuum toilet PLUS loads of equipment including chart plotter, heater, cruising chute and snuffer, electric anchor winch, bow thruster, box, autopilot, davits, modified to twin rudders and hydraulic steering on outside and inside wheels, very comfortable cruising yacht, go anywhere, just returned from Scilly Isles, view in Poole or Solent, test sail anytime until late October Good condition. Reasonable offer considered. david.edwards@cye.org.uk

Tel: 07795 620 677

P17866

P17880

P17635

1976, 2005 Beta 13.5 diesel engine installed, photos http://bit.ly/lczfaw fully equipped, DSC radio, Spray hood, 3 blade prop and initial sailing lessons included! Trading up to larger yacht. (Essex)

1979, inboard diesel with saildrive, wintered ashore every year, large sail wardrobe including spinnaker & cruising shute. Standing rigging replaced in 2006, great boat to sail. gps, fishfinder log, ready to go.(Hampshire)

2 Seater, 15ft GRP, (dry sailed), new rigging, two genoas, two mainsails, new cover, galvanised road trailer, new lighting board, all in excellent condition. May p/x for ‘Wayfarer’ in similar condition. (North west)

Tel: 07096 691177

Tel: 07096 692389

Tel: 07096 690920

HUNTER HORIZON

£15,375

J CRAFT CHALLENGER

£6,500

IMEXUS

£28,500

P17909

P17975

P17973

1989, Sail no 118, 6 Berth, Tiller/Autohelm, Yanmar 1GM10 regularly serviced, New Hyde Sails 2008, Stackpack 2007, Cruising Chute, Depth/Log new 2008. New Heads 2008, VGC, carefully maintained. (Hampshire)

1989, Horizon lifting keel sailing yacht. 5 berths in 2 cabins. In overall excellent condition and well equipped. This is a great family boat, she is easy and rewarding to sail and a very safe and seaworthy craft. (Hampshire)

2008, This boat has been lightly used comes with 90hp outboard, lazy jacks, plus all standard bits, no trailer. (Hampshire)

Tel: 07096 690942

Tel: 07096 690986

Tel: 07096 690982

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RS 200

£2,400

MAXUM 1800 MX

£9,000

P17631

P17968

2000, Eye-catching yellow hull sailed in freshwater only, usual fading round bow. Comes with 2 sets of sails _ 1 suitable for club racing, 1 nearly brand new. Twin patch kite, boat cover, foils, trolley. (Kent)

2007, Maxum 1800 2007. Red and White. 18ft 3LTR Mercruiser engine, 135hp, power steering, bimini covers, . Seats 7, sunbathing deck and sunlounger, Full UK Galvanised Trailer. Purchased from new. (West Lothian)

Tel: 07804 622057

Tel: 07096 690977

HOBIE 16

£1,250

SEALINE SPORT

£12,500

TRADER 475 SIGNATURE

£199,500 1998 Twin 225hp Perkins Sabre diesel engines. Single lever controls - saloon & F/B. Fully equipped and maintained, luxury accommodation, rare galley up version. 8 berths in 4 cabins, Two X 5ft berths,J & J shower/ wc. Large aft canopied bar deck & stairway to swim deck with shower, tender+o/b, sun deck with Bimini. Ideal live on-board or charter. Lying Southampton - UK VAT Paid. Contact owner for full details

Tel: 01702 586409 / 01702 582167 / 07909 901399 COLVIC TRAVELLER

£25,000

FAIRLINE SPRINT

£14,500

SEAHOG HUNTER

£3,100

P17945

Good condition, original gel Coat, Cuddy seats 4, Mariner 40hp Evinrude 4hp recent full service, Eagle fish finder, DSC r,adio, Garmin GPS, Trailer new wheels tyres bearings jockey wheel. Great buy. (Derbyshire)

Tel: 07096 690971 TORNADO 5.5 M

£10,500

P17547

P17890

P17865

P17903

P17893

Hobie 16 for sale - priced for a quick sale. The hobie is in good condition with - a nearly new trampoline (new last year), two new harnesses, new masthead float, partial new rigging, road trailer with. (Surrey)

1990, Complete refit over 7 year period. With re-conditioned 5.0v8 Mercruiser, new interior marine lining, trim pump, water system, steering cable, new plotter/sonar, DSC radio. Totally rewired. (Devon)

1988, Fore & aft cabins. New upholstery, curtains, hood; gas cooker/fridge/central heating; shower h&c water;pump out. BS cert 2012. Mooring available (Oxfordshire)

1989, Rare sought after sports cruiser for sale. Lovely condition Fairline sprint offered for sale to a new home/owner. Sleeps 6 ( 4 in 2 cabins and 2 on rear deck under canopy) and can comfortably seat 8. (Dorset)

High Performance Rigid Inflatable Boat RIB (1997). Re-tubed in heavy duty Hypalon in (2007). Fitted with a serviced Yamaha 115hp engine two-Stroke- low hours. Very stable on water. (Wales)

Tel: 01252 706998

Tel: 07096 692413

Tel: 07096 691176

Tel: 07096 692418

Tel: 07096 692415

FOUR WINNS HORIZON

£14,500

BAYLINER 175

£13,500

NORMAN CRUISERS 23

£5,250

18FT HARDY NAVIGATOR

£6000

P17805

P17879

P17940

2006, Horizon 190 bow rider powered by Volvo Penta 4.3 GXI/SX 225 hp. Fresh water use only. 18 hours use in excellent condition. Ready to go on SBS trailer includes skiing equipment. (Lincolnshire)

2009, Gran Turismo First used May 2010, 25 hours used, 20 hours serviced, carpets, radio, Bimini top, stainless steel prop, summer cover, winter cover, new never used. Boat still under warranties and trailer. Mint cond. (Hampshire)

Tel: 07096 692388

Tel: 07096 690966

SUNSEEKER MEXICO

£9,000

CHAPARRAL 204SSI

£16,950

Nice clean condition boat. With 15 hp Yamaha petrol engine, great runner. Fitted out inside, with cooker, loo, table etc. Sleeps 4 comfortably. Currently moored at Papermill Lock. Brand new BSSC. (Essex)

Tel: 07096 690973 HARDY 25

£22,000

P17889

P17929

P17876

1985, Sunseeker Mexico Sports Boat. 2 x 151C Volvo Penta, 2 Berth Cabin, Stereo, Fishfinder, Compass, Boat clean and tidy, Serviced regulary, 20Year Survey August 2010. (Dorset)

2005, Chaparral 204SSI, 4.3 Mercruiser engine, can only be described as in great condition, she has had very little use and comes recently serviced, the trailer has also just been serviced. (Hampshire)

1989, excellent condition, Volvo engine/ outdrive, new canopy, fishfinder, chart plotter, life raft, vhf radio, compass, shower, toilet, microwave, 240 volt shore supply, anchors, ropes, fenders, boat hook. (South East)

Tel: 07096 692412

Tel: 07096 690956

Tel: 07096 692368

NOVA

£7,500

CAMPION ALLANTE 645

£39,950

BIRCHWOOD 25

£10,000

DEL QUAY DORY 17

Tel: 01243 437727 £4,500

Ideal boat for fishing, seats 6 comfortably, 3 engines, 60hp Mariner, 8hp Mariner, 4hp Tomos, gps, fishfinder, forward scanning sonar, radio, compass, brand new rollercoaster trailer, viewing recommended.(North East)

Tel: 07096 692367 PILOT 50 TUG BOAT

2 berth cabin cruiser 15hp yamaha electric start & tilt outboard (2007) two burner and grill gas cooker chemical toilet dsc radio cobra f55 and garmin 210 gps.

£8,500

AVON ADVENTURE 400

£7,000

P17887

2007, Superb Hypalon RIB with 40hp Mercury EFI 4 Stroke engine in excellent condition. All new in 2007. R14/500 Snipe roller trailer, with new bearings, winch and jockey wheel. Lowrance GPS Plotter, fishfinder. (South West)

Tel: 07096 692409 SEA DOO

£9,950

P17920

P17948

P17936

P17912

P17972

2005, looks like a see-doo powered by 115HP Johnson, Tomcat Trailer, little use, Epsom. (Surrey)

2006, an unmarked hardly used serviced regardless of cost complete with trailer Raymarine sat nav and ship to shore radio. Indespension trailer also maintained regadless of cost. Offers invited. (Suffolk)

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Adnams raises the spirits ADNAMS of Southwold is famous for its real ales in pubs from Maldon to Lowestoft, which is also stocked in bottle form in supermarkets all over the Home Counties. Now Adnams has become distinguished as the UK’s only brewery licensed to distill spirits and brew beer on the same premises. With the big difference in duty levels on the output, the Excise men used not to like the idea of the same barley mash starting point being used for both beer or spirit production but modern computer controls have persuaded them, at least at Adnams, to let it happen. The result is Adnams Copper House Distillery, built right next to the brewery in the heart of town, producing gins, vodkas and new whisky spirit which, after three years oak-barrel maturing, will emerge as Adnams English whisky. Meantime, the gins and vodkas are ready for imbibing. Adnams First Rate Finest Cut Gin 48 per cent abv ‘boutique’ strength is the premium offering, very flowery and complex in flavour. The added botanicals are of necessity based around juniper, with 12 more such as coriander and orange peel. The master distiller recommends strip cuts of cucumber in the glass (so you get more of the fleshy part exposed to the gin) and Fever Tree tonic. The end result is a very distinctive, elegant G&T worth the premium price of £25 for a 50cl bottle. It comes in an attractive box featuring a deck-eye view of a masthead spinnaker, a splendid gift for a sailor. The regular Adnams Distilled Gin is 40 per cent abv (still higher than the UK mass market 37.5 per cent norm) with just six botanicals, delivering a simpler crisp flavour. Another boutique production at a premium price, £24 for the 70cl bottle. The Adnams Vodka range is also interesting. Adnams Copper House Barley Vodka is produced from local barley. Distilling takes the spirit to an exceptionally high 96 per cent abv before reduction to 40 per cent for bottling. This is very pure but still

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TIDAL PREDICTIONS OCTOBER 2011 Contributors Shelley Jory-Leigh, Sticky Staplyton Paul Antrobus, Geoff Holt, Emma Slater, Dan Reading

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