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CYCLONE DELAYS RACE The start of the treacherous 6,776 nm Leg 5 of the Volvo Ocean Race from Auckland, New Zealand, across the notorious Southern Ocean to Itajai, Brazil, was dramatically delayed for three days by Cyclone Pam. One of the most powerful storms in history reaped havoc, leaving thousands of people homeless and at least 11 dead on Vanuatu in the South Pacific. FULL STORY PAGE 3

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SIGHT OF THINGS TO COME The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) steaming towards Portsmouth on March 22. Image: U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Chris Brown

ThE arrival of the 100,000 tonne US aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt in the Solent marked the warship’s first port of call in its round-the-world deployment. The ship is accompanied by her escort – the destroyer Winston S Churchill. The Royal Navy’s First Sea Lord, Admiral Sir George Zambellas, said: “We

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countries work together to make Europe and the world a safer place.” Among the 5,226 crew on board the carrier are six Royal Navy aircraft handlers who are honing their skills ahead of serving on board Britain’s new aircraft carrier, hMS Queen Elizabeth. The visit forms part of an ongoing partnership between the US and UK on carrier operations in the run-up to the Royal Navy’s two new 65,000-tonne ships – hMS Queen Elizabeth and Prince of Wales – entering service in 2017, with initial operational capability from 2020. Although smaller than the Roosevelt the Queen Elizabeth Class aircraft carriers will be the biggest and most powerful warships ever constructed for the Royal Navy and hMS Queen Elizabeth is the first of class. Capable of carrying up to 40 aircraft, the ship will be based at Portsmouth. have you taken photos of the USS Theodore Roosevelt during its visit? Send them to us: editor@allatsea.co.uk.

Heading into troubled waters FROM PAGE ONE. Vanuatu President Baldwin Lonsdale said the storm had destroyed most buildings in the capital Port Vila, including schools and clinics. Initial reports indicated Cyclone Pam was on a collision course with the Volvo Ocean Race fleet shortly after they were due to leave Auckland. At this point the race was delayed for a day but, despite a change of course by the deadly weather system, the race did not start until 18 March. The main issue had become the sea state the fleet was likely to meet in the South Pacific and then Southern Ocean. Team Brunel’s Australian navigator, Andrew Cape, said:“The situation is different to what we’ve ever had before in the 41-year history of this race.” The crews, led out of the ‘City of Sails’ by Dongfeng Race Team (Charles Caudrelier/FRA), knew they may have avoided the cyclone but still face the toughest of all nine legs as they race through the Southern Ocean. The route takes the boats close to Point Nemo, the remotest place from land, where the nearest humanity can be found in the space stations patrolling the earth. The same leg caused havoc to the fleet in the last edition in 2011-12 with only winners Puma escaping serious damage and eventual event victors Groupama limping home with a jury rig. MAPFRE were the winners of this Race’s Leg 4 in what turned out to be one of the closest finishes in Volvo Ocean Race history. Just eight minutes separated the top three after 20 days at sea. The 5,264 nm from Sanya, China to Auckland took

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anchored off Stokes Bay. During the visit the US and British navies met when a Theodore Roosevelt team faced hMS Diamond on the football field at hMS Temeraire. With more than 5,000 sailors on board the carrier local businesses were expecting a considerable boost to the

local economy when the sailors took shore leave. One crew member on board Winston S Churchill who particularly looked forward to the visit Royal Navy Lieutenant Lynsey Sewell – the ship’s navigating officer. The position is always filled by a UK navigator to honour the ship’s British connection. Churchill, the only active-duty ship named after a foreign national, is the fifth US warship named in honor of a UK citizen. Churchill is also the only US Navy ship to have a Royal Navy officer assigned as ship’s company. Capt Daniel Grieco, commanding officer of Theodore Roosevelt, said: “We are very excited to be in the UK. This port visit is a great opportunity for the sailors of Theodore Roosevelt to meet the people of Portsmouth and experience the history and rich culture of the United Kingdom. Port visits like this give us a chance to work with our allies, improve interoperability and strengthen friendships as our

the MAPRE team 20 days, two hours, 31 minutes and 20 seconds. They were just four minutes 25 seconds ahead of Ian Walker’s Abu Dhabi Ocean Racing. Damian Foxall (IRL), said: “It is hard to overstate the difficulty of the Volvo Ocean Race for the sailors and

teams in the longest event in any sport.” Depending on the weather they encounter, the teams are expected to arrive in Itajaí around 7 April. Follow the latest Volvo Ocean Race news at www.allatsea.co.uk

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All AboArd By Jane Hyde

The UK has a bad reputation when it comes to weather but in reality we do not get extremes in any type of weather. Just look at the freezing temperatures experienced in the US over the winter for example. here, the hot weather makes headline news when thermometers hit a mere 30C. hot yes, but not when compared to many countries where that would be considered a pleasant relief. The Volvo ocean race teams expect to encounter all manner of weather conditions, but even they probably did not think one of the biggest cyclones in history would put a stop to their plans. The resulting three days delay to leg 5 can be considered a lucky escape compared to what could have happened had the teams already been at sea. The Volvo ocean race, like so many others, does not wait for the spring. however, with the new season starting, it has been a busy month with many marine events taking place and news of those coming up landing in the All At Sea inbox. The excitement of spring is definitely in the air bringing with it more boaters back on to the water and welcoming many others for the first time. If your boat has been out of action over the winter there are various pre-season checks to carry out. For those of you who own an outboard those nice chaps at barrus have put together a

checklist to ensure your engine is in tiptop condition. Whether you have already been out and about or are planning your first big adventure of the year have a wonderful trip and remember to take your camera (or Smartphone) and send us your favourite photos. While you are out, on water or land, it is worth remembering – and reminding others – about littering. There have been several stories this month about the increase and impact of marine littering, and littering in general in fact. We are lucky enough to have a stunning coastline and beaches, so it is such a shame that people still think it is okay to dump their rubbish. Initiatives like the rYA’s Green blue are working with young people to bring a greater understanding of this, and other environmental issue, to the boaters of the future. let’s hope the youngsters of today will show some ‘older’ people how to care for our waters and coastline. Talking of caring leads me nicely on to the interesting feature we have this month about the rNlI. These are dedicated people who give their time and commitment to protecting and saving lives every day of the year. They do an incredible job and do not always get the recognition they deserve. If you have an experience with the rNlI that you would like to share with All at Sea’s readers we would love to read it. editor@allatsea.co.uk

Over the past ten years that J.P. Morgan Asset Management has sponsored the round the Island race, more than £600,000 has been raised for charity. The good news is that there’s plenty more to come as J.P. Morgan looks forward to a further two years as the race title sponsor. The ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust has been appointed the official race Charity through to 2016 and, so far, the Trust has raised more than £189,000 through the race, which has been invaluable in helping it to achieve its three-year plan to double the number of young people in recovery from cancer that it works with by the end of 2016. This year the Trust is awarding a flag to display on race day to teams and individuals who have raised more than £50 for the Trust. Look out for the five Trust boats on 27 June and give them a wave.

The Trust’s young people will be looking out for the flags so why not get involved and have some fun on race day? There is more information about getting involved at: http://rtir.me/charity Keech Hospice in Bedfordshire provided Mark richardson and his four daughters with a safe and calm environment during the last hours of his wife Jackie’s life in 2014. The expertise and skills of the Hospice nursing team made a devastating situation more bearable and the richardson family was unanimous in the decision to do everything in their power to raise a sum of £30,000, which will keep one bed funded for a month. Family friend and Saracens rugby player Hugh vyvyan challenged Mark to a 10k run, which Mark contra’d with a bid to participate in the 2015 J.P. Morgan Asset Management round the Island race. Whilst Mark is new to this type of sailing

he has previously served in the Navy for eleven years. The plan has since evolved and at this year’s rTIr, there will be a ‘race within a race’ with no less than eight boats, chartered through Sailing Logic, competing under the Keech Hospice livery, well supported by a host of rugby players from various teams and with The Keech Trophy designed by military artist Ivan Berryman up for grabs. In this World Cup year, the names of the remaining rugby players who are making a play for the Keech Trophy will remain a secret until May. As well as the entire richardson family having a role in the race both on board and on shore, several of the nurses from Keech Hospice will be participating. remember that the next cut-off point for Standard entry is midnight on 13 June. http://www.rtir.me/entries www.justgiving.com/teams/GoteamKeech www.ellenmacarthurcancertrust.org

Don’t miss the America’s Cup World Series action THIS summer’s ‘must have’ tickets for The America’s Cup World Series, Portsmouth are being snapped up fast. Up to 500,000 visitors are expected to attend the four day sporting and entertainment spectacular from 23 - 26 July providing incredible opportunities to watch the world’s best sailors battling it out on high speed AC45 foiling catamarans. The spectator experience will cater for all tastes with both free-to-view and paid ticket options. The paid tickets will provide access to the official event ‘Fanzone Arena’, allowing up to 5,000 fans a day to immerse themselves in the world of the America’s Cup whilst enjoying prime views of the

race course and access to exclusive event entertainment. The free-to-view area will be located on Southsea Common, to be named ‘The Waterfront Festival Arena”, where only pre-registered ticket holders will gain access. The America’s Cup World Series Portsmouth event Chairman Sir Keith Mills, GBe, has been central to the delivery of some of the UK’s greatest sporting events, most recently as Deputy Chairman of London 2012 and Chairman of ‘Invictus Games’. He outlines the expectations, “This is a historical moment: the first time a British America’s Cup team will race in an official America’s Cup event in UK waters since

1851. Thursday is the first day of the event and will feature an all team parade of sail and public opening ceremony. Friday is the practice/race preview day and the first opportunity for fans to watch the sailing teams test themselves on Portsmouth’s waters. Saturday and Sunday are official race days with a full day’s entertainment on both the Southsea Commo ‘Waterfront Festival’ arena and inside the official event Fanzone Arena.” Any ticket purchases shared on Twitter and Facebook with #goldenticketACWSUK will be entered into a monthly competition to win special ‘golden tickets’ that come with prizes and ticket upgrades. www.ticketmaster.co.uK/acwsportsmouth

an awFully deep adventuRe For anyone looking for a big adventure this summer some deep-sea archaeology could be the perfect trip. Travellers can become underwater explorers to aid subsea archaeologists to document and photograph three ancient roman shipwrecks that sank 2,000 years ago near Panarea in the Aeolian Islands off Italy. each week participants can undergo three two-hour missions in a $3 million submarine built with

360-degree views. The sub can carry two guests who will work with a marine archaeologist and the sub’s pilot. Together, they will have the opportunity to uncover the mysteries of the wrecks, whose wooden structures have long since deteriorated but whose amphora/ cargo remains intact. eight week long missions start on June 20 and continue through 21 August. www.subseaexplorers.com

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NEWS IN BRIEF HAYLING FIREBALLS

Hayling Island Sailing Club will be hosting the Fireball National Championship in August 2016 exactly 50 years after the club hosted the inaugural World Championship. HISC was one of the first clubs to adopt the Fireball after its launch in 1962 and played a leading role in the early development of the class. The Fireball is on a roll at the moment, with the 2015 National and World Championships at Pwllheli this August causing a surge of interest in the class which HISC looks set to continue. The class will be visiting HISC for their Open Meeting over 16 - 17 May. www.hisc.co.uk

ACTION ON LITTER

On 6 June Litter Action is organising the annual Portsmouth Round the Harbour Clean Up event under the banner of ‘Love Where You Live’ to raise awareness of maritime pollution and encourage responsible attitudes towards litter. They are asking for teams of volunteers and are requesting organisations to provide teams volunteers for two hours from 10am. There will also be activities, music and stalls at the Falkland Gardens by the Gosport ferry from 9.30 to 11.30.

THE PORT HOUSE

The old Sunsail building at Port Solent is undergoing a major refurbishment that will see it transformed into a beautiful waterside venue with contemporary furnishing and tasty Hampshire produce. The Port House is due to open in April and will have a cafe/bar area for berth holders, locals and visitors.

YOUTH SAILING

The RYA’s Youth National Championships, one of the most important annual events in a youth sailor’s racing calendar, heads back to the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy for a second consecutive year with racing from 4 - 10 April. We will bring you all the results in the May edition of All at Sea.

DREDGING AT COWES

Major dredging work, expected to be completed by early April, is underway at Cowes Yacht Haven. Once the dredging is complete the marina, home to international sailing events including Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week, will have safeguarded its ability to accommodate large boats for the next three years. It will have a depth of up to 7.5m during high tides and a minimum of 3.5m in low spring tides. www.cowesyachthaven.com.

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The proposal for a breakwater to protect Cowes Harbour from northerly and north-easterly winds was, in fact, first tabled in 1860 by Admiral de Horsey, a member of the Royal Yacht Squadron and one of the best-known residents of Cowes at this time.

TOM Parker and Nick McCulloch will be taking part in this year’s Talisker Atlantic Challenge and will be sharing it with the world. The race will see the pair row the Atlantic from La Gomera in the Canary Islands to Antigua. A world first in ocean rowing, the team has partnered up with Marine Camera Solutions to broadcast live online 24/7 for the entire three months, allowing viewers to track every one of their 1,000,000 strokes during the 3,000 mile journey. The transatlantic adventurers are hoping to raise £1million for three charities: Barnado’s, Wallace and Gromit’s Grand Appeal and also Sussex Beacon. The team is also looking for heroes to help get them to the start line. For just a £20 donation supporters can submit selfies that will appear on the boat and travel across the ocean with them as an Atlantic Tempest Hero. To donate visit www.igg.me/at/athero.

NATASHA’S BIG RYA CHEQUE INSPIRATIONAL disabled sailor Natasha ‘Miss Isle’ Lambert has presented a cheque for £5,469.20 to the RYA Foundation, following her epic ‘Sea and Summit Challenge’. RYA Sailability Manager Debbie Blachford commented: “Natasha is a real inspiration and what she has achieved is something that will inspire many other young people to get out on the water or even take on an epic challenge of their own as she did last year.” Seventeen-year-old Natasha, who has quadriplegic athertoid cerebral palsy which affects her speech and control of her movements, sailed 440 miles around England’s south west coast to Wales before swapping her boat for her special Hart Walker walking aid to scale the 2,970ft of Pen Y Fan, the highest peak in Southern Britain.

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PREMIER Marinas will officially unveil its £5.8m new boatyard development at Swanwick Marina at a grand opening ceremony on Easter Monday. The official ceremony will be complemented by a host of activities throughout the afternoon. Visitors will be able to walk around the modernised boatyard and view the new facilities and equipment including a hoist bay, specialist forklift and new fuel pontoon. On-site boat brokers Sea Ventures, Ancasta, Princess, Sunseeker, MiCats and Clipper will have a range of boats to view, plus electronics business, Landau will be offering demonstrations and expert advice. This event will coincide with Swanwick Marina’s annual Easter Boat Show held over the Easter weekend, from 3 - 6 April.

During her month long challenge, Natasha single-handedly sailed her 21ft Mini Transat, ‘Miss Isle Too’ using a ‘sip and puff’ system operated by a straw inside a mountain bike helmet, a mechanism developed by her dad, Gary Natasha’s mum Amanda says: “Natasha would like the funds to be used to help others with disabilities to get on the water. It would mean a lot to her to see others enjoying sailing thanks to this money.” The money presented to the RYA Foundation represents a third of the total raised by Natasha with the remaining two-thirds going to the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust and the RNLI. To date Natasha has raised over £38,000 for charity. As for what is next for Natasha, we will all have to wait and see! http://missisle.com

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Capture Your Love of BoatING MARCh signals the return of the ilovesailing calendar competition for 2015. Ilovesailing is once again asking sailing fans to post their favourite sailing photos on the ilovesailing Facebook page. each month from now until 21 August two lucky entrants will be picked to win a place on the RYA ilovesailing calendar for 2016 and win a much coveted ilovesailing rubber duck, who this year is both mean and green. Winners will be announced on the ilovesailing Facebook page and will also receive: n Two tickets to the PSP Southampton Boat Show for the official prize giving n Canvas print of their winning entry n A copy of the final printed calendar n A selection of RYA goodies n A ilovesailing rubber duck

The 2016 calendar will be available to buy at the 2015 Southampton Boat Show in September. All you have to do to take part is post your favourite sailing photo(s) on to the ilovesailing Facebook page http://www. facebook.com/ryailovesailing or email your entry to emma.slater@rya.org.uk Introducing the ilovesailing duck 2015. Watch the video here: http://youtu.be/1c64CQCsKTw

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The waters off Muscat, Oman provided challenging sailing conditions for the extreme 40 fleet in Act 2 of the extreme Sailing Series™. Choppy seas and strong winds confounded even the most experienced crews, resulting in an unpredictable leader board at the end of each day’s racing, with The Wave, Muscat skippered by Leigh McMillian (GBR), ultimately seizing the title as champions of Act 2. Leigh said, “We had a really tough day

and SAP were sailing much better than us. They had the measure of us on the start lines and really put the pressure on. It came down to the last race and having been on the back foot all day and not making the most of the situation, we just had to beat them. Thankfully we managed to sneak away from them at the start. It was touch and go and they were making it difficult for us but we managed to pull it off.”

GAC Pindar’s co-skippers Seve Jarvin (AUS) and Ian Williams’ (GBR) partnership got off to an encouraging start with eight podium finishes and they finished in sixth place leaving them in sixth place in the overall standings with Red Bull Sailing Team and The Wave in first and second respectively. The fleet now heads to Qingdao, China for Act 3 from 30 April – 3 May where it will be racing at the same site as the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

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NEWS IN BRIEF SONAR SO GOOD

the existing moulds and templates of the SONAR keelboat have been purchased by Rondar Raceboats ltd. Paul Young, Managing Director of Rondar Boats, says: “I am looking forward to working with the Class Association to support existing yachts and expand future sales of this great yacht. Backed by ISAF and with its Paralympic status, the Sonar keelboat has a bright future.” Rondar’s first demonstrator boat out of the mould is expected to be launched by April. www.sonar.org

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NEW SAILING DIRECTOR

the organisers of the Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week regatta are seeking a new Sailing Director to replace Stuart Quarrie, who will retire following this year’s regatta in August. the Sailing Director role is a full time post and carries a responsibility to retain and further develop Cowes Week’s position as a ‘must-do’ regatta on the global sailing calendar. the closing date for applications is 7 April. Contact Peter Dickson, Chairman of CWl, atadmin@ aamcowesweek.co.uk

ROOKIES GO SOLO

27 March sees Artemis Offshore Academy Rookies Rob Bunce, Andrew Baker and Robin elsey put what they have learned into practice when they make their solo-racing debut in the Solo Basse Normandie, the first race of the Classe Figaro season. the event will see a Figaro fleet of up to 45 boats, as well as Mini 650s and Class 40s, race 196 miles between Granville and Cherbourg on the north west coast of France. expected to take the skippers only two nights at sea to complete with little to no sleep, the Solo Basse Normandie is a relatively short race, but is not one to be taken lightly with top class names taking part.

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enTRY is open for the 2015 gJW Direct SailFest. SailFest gives the opportunity for dinghy racing at all levels - fun close to shore and bigger courses out in the Solent. With an early heads-up, the Devoti D-Zero fleet have already got entries coming in for their inaugural national championships, to be held as part of the SailFest regatta. The Rooster 4000, Devoti D-One, ISO and Cherub classes all have SailFest on their calendar, alongside the D-Zeros. gPS trackers on all the boats will feed live tracks to shore for a live commentary.

This year, gJW Direct SailFest is offering a choice of sailing areas with experienced sailors on a big course out in the Solent. Other sailors are invited to test the water at perhaps their first inter-club event, knowing they are sharing the inner course with like-minded compatriots, coaches never far away. all entrants can register for free entry to the Icon Cup - a match racing event running throughout the weekend and with a £1000 prize fund. sailfest.sailracer.org

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a young student team from Plymouth University on Team averda, took second overall in the eFg Sailing arabia tour. The event is contested in a fleet of identical Farr 30 yachts in a six-leg, 760nm course, which stretches each crew to the full, testing teamwork and versatility. a third place in the final leg was enough to confirm Frenchman Sidney gavignet and his mixed Omani and european team overall winners of the tour for the second year in a row. eFg Bank were chased hard throughout by marcel Herrera and his young student team from Plymouth on Team averda. Zain Sailing Team from Kuwait finished third. marcel Herrera, was thrilled with

the Southsea Marina Fishing Show takes place on 3 April. Admission is free and visitors will get the chance to see, try and buy a variety of fishing and marine equipment. It is also an opportunity to seek advice from fishing professionals and enjoy fishy creations from loch Fyne’s pop up food stall.

UK DESIGNS TRIUMPH

Britain stole the show at the prestigious Superyacht Design Symposim in Kitzbuhel, Austria. From the seventeen ShowBoats Design Awards presented on the night, twelve included the work of nine British-based architect and design companies.

SUNSAIL ON THE RUN

Sunsail has become official sailing partner and event sponsor of the Associated British Ports Southampton Half Marathon, taking place on 26 April 2015. this new sporting event offers runners the choice of either a half marathon or 10km race along closed roads through the heart of Southampton. In addition, Sunsail has a team of runners ready to face the race in aid of the sailing charity Sail4Cancer.

Brit students star in tour the result: “This shows consistency and proves that last year wasn’t just a fluke. I am very happy with our result,“ he said. The new Volvo Ocean Race Rookie award for the top two Under 30 sailors of the event went to Team Renaissance Omani sailor, ali al Balushi and British sailor, Richard mason. as one of the toughest on record, the 2015 event has endorsed its status as a popular option for professional teams seeking winter training venues and for young aspiring offshore sailors looking for a race that will put them to the test. Volvo Ocean Race recognition of the event as a leading development race for young offshore sailors.

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NEWS IN BRIEF MARITIME HEROES

the Shipwrecked Mariners’ Society is calling on members of the maritime community and air/ sea rescue organisations across the UK to nominate colleagues and fellow volunteers for their heroic acts of bravery at sea for its annual Skill and Gallantry Awards. Nominations for this year’s awards are now open. Submit nominations (by 8 May 2015) to general@ shipwreckedmariners.org.uk.

MAN DIES IN HARBOUR

A 62-year-old man has died after collapsing in a tender in langstone Harbour. A small group of friends had been checking the moorings on the boat, which was on exposed mud at the time, when the man fell unconscious. RNlI lifeboats navigated the mud to reach the dinghy and a coastguard helicopter winched the man from the boat. He was taken to Queen Alexandra Hospital but sadly passed away.

CLEANER OCEANS

About eight million tonnes of plastic waste are being dumped in oceans each year. europêche, the body representing 80,000 european fishermen, has teamed up with Waste Free Oceans to help combat the growing issue of marine litter. europêche will work with its member organisations to raise awareness of the issue and encourage fishermen across europe to get involved in clean up initiatives.

Cruise with a difference

From ScicSailing, a specialist in sailing cruises around the Aegean and mediterranean seas, comes a programme of outdoor activity themed cruises for 2015. They include sailing cruises combined with hiking, cycling and golf, as well as learning how to sail and taking part in the Bodrum regatta. The sailing instructor is Serdar Çiςek, coach for the Turkish national team youth dinghy class. He will have visitors ready to sail the sheltered turquoise waters of the eastern mediterranean in a week making it a great way to get into sailing. Departures are on 23 may and 3 october. The Bodrum regatta is an annual sailing race with about 70 classic yachts. For ScicSailing passengers, this is the

CLUB NEWS

ROUND THE OTHER ISLAND

The Kent family take to the water

chance to compete together with the crew to win the Bodrum Cup. It is a week of adrenalin, followed by a celebration at the Bodrum marina Yacht Club. race week is 19 - 24 october. As well as the themed cruises there are also regular sailing cruises for one, two or three weeks. www.scicsailing.eu

QUEST fOR SUCCESS From rS Sailing comes their latest sailboat, the rS Quest. Designed by rS Sailing and Jo richards, the rS Quest has been developed in conjunction with Sea Cadets for training purposes. Current sailboats at Sea Cadets are used for both racing and training. Previously a period of time over the winter has had to be set

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aside for upkeep, so they were looking for a boat requiring less maintenance and providing more versatility across all levels of sailing. The rS Quest has already undergone intense testing with the first prototype being tested by a range of sailors. The rS Quest will be seated between the rS Feva and rS Vision within the rS range.

THe round Hayling Island race will take place on Good Friday. In addition to windsurfers this year’s event will also include open Canoes and Stand Up Paddle Boards with their own course just off the beach. The round Hayling Island race was first staged in 1980 and the 14 miles circumnavigation can take anything from 60 minutes to 6 hours. Guy Cribb holds the official course record of 58 minutes, achieved in 1992 when there was a northerly breeze, gusting 20-30 knots. Asked whether the record could be broken Guy said: “Yes, I would have broken it in 2010 if it weren’t for the 40 knot squall. It had taken around 30 minutes to go from HISC anticlockwise all the way to the West Point/ lifeboat place- I got there quicker than the staff driving there to monitor the sailors coming past! “From there it should have been a quick blast back to the club and finish - probably about fifteen minutes. But the squall flattened me on a sail for half that wind speed. I was unable to recover for about ten minutes, then there was a massive

wind shift and eventually the wind died, with exhaustion I wobbled in to HISC.” rob Kent, from Calshot Activity Centre, has won the windsurfing event for the last four years and has entered this year to see if he can make it a fifth. His wife Annette, who was the first lady last year and his two teenage daughters (who have both previously won the London Windsurfing Association’s Young Windsurfer of the Year Award) will also be taking part. rob describes what is special about the race: “Apart from the beautiful surroundings and the buzz of 500 entries, it is a great challenge with bridges, sandbars, ferries, tides and tactics and on a windy day, big waves on the sea front. “Having said that it is a challenge that, given with the excellent race organisation and safety cover, is within the grasp of many windsurfers and always delivers a great sense of personal achievement. I have never seen anyone finish the event without a smile on their faces.” Sailracer will be tracking all entrants, so their progress can be seen live online by all their supporters. hayling.sailracer.org

BRIgHTLINgSEA CLUB WINS THE BIg ONE Les wins for Greenwich Yacht Club BrIGHTLINGSeA Sailing Club have been crowned rYA Club of the Year 2015. Situated on the Colne estuary in essex, the club which was also a finalist in 2014, received their award from British Sailing Team’s Nick Thompson and rYA Ceo Sarah Treseder at the rYA Suzuki Dinghy Show. In 2011, Brightlingsea began their transformation from a ‘racing only’ club to an organisation that offers a wide range of activities for all ages and abilities with introductory courses, racing, cruising and family sailing. Last season their participation rose

by 20 per cent reaching an all-time high. The club has also worked hard to welcome new members by creating new branding and refreshing their website whilst maintaining a strong online presence through Facebook and Twitter. Alice Davies, Brightlingsea Sailing Club, said: “To be named rYA Club of the Year 2015 means so much to us and all our members. everybody has helped so much to increase our activities behind the scenes and this is a fantastic recognition of everyone’s hard work.” Watch a video here: http://bit.ly/brightlingsea

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A PURRRfECT WINNER

WHeN James Knight won the rYA and rS Sailing ‘Design a Sail Sticker’ competition at the 2015 rYA Suzuki Dinghy Show the nineyear-old sailor got more than he bargained for. The winning feline inspired design was secretly created into a rS sail sticker for James’ new rS Tera. In addition, rS Sailing has loaned a further two dinghies to James’ sailing club, Draycote Water Sailing Club, for the 2015 season.

AT the rYA Suzuki Dinghy Show, Les mcKee from Swiss Cottage was chosen as winner of the rYA Suzuki Dinghy Show / Suzuki marine Safety Boat competition from 4,500 entries. Les is a member of the Greenwich Yacht Club. Les won a rigiflex Newmatic 360 powered by a Suzuki DF9.9A engine, worth over £4,500 for his club, as well as their special VIP invitation to the show to claim his prize, where he was joined by fellow club members to help celebrate his win. If you would like the chance to win a boat for your club, entries are open for the 2015/16 competition. enter at http://surveys.rya.org. uk/s/dinghyshowcomp2015/

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Enjoy family days out lazing by the lake in the sun. New features include make a model boat, make a sail, understand the art of knots, learn about navigation and maritime history and outdoor skills. There will be a Marine Village for some retail therapy, and much more besides. With thanks to the Railton Owners Club who are bringing the 24 Litre Napier-Railton Endurance Record and Track Racing Car from the Brooklands Museum. This truly classic car will make its grand entrance on Saturday, 6th June.

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NEWS IN BRIEF SWINGING MOORING

Salterns Marina say that Swinging Mooring customers can now book an Annual Swinging Mooring package to include seven months on a sheltered deep water swinging mooring from April to November and then five months winter pontoon berth within Salterns Marina. the price includes a complimentary launch service, seven days a week, winter haul-out, two weeks hard-standing and re-launch with additional hard-standing available upon request, dinghy storage, use of slipway and membership of ‘the Club’ at Salterns. Competitively priced at just £300 per meter, per annum. www.salterns.co.uk

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Boat owners are invited to take advantage of a special offer to berth at Sutton Harbour Marina in Plymouth this easter. the Marina is offering boat owners a discounted berthing rate for the weekend of 3 – 6 April of £10.50 a metre. During the easter weekend you can explore the historic Barbican area and stroll around Sutton Harbour to see the fabulous tall ship Kaskelot, which is visiting Plymouth from 2 – 12 April. marina@sutton-harbour.co.uk

J CLASS LAUNCH

Holland Jachtbouw has become a partner to the J Class Association at a pivotal point in the history of this Class. the very latest J is due to launch from the shipyard in Zaandam during the spring, joining her stablemate Rainbow launched from HJB in 2012. exciting times lie ahead for the J Class, which is to take part in the 2017 America’s Cup, and also for Holland Jachtbouw, which has exclusive ownership of the rights to build two J Class yachts - J9 and Yankee.

The OpTimisT Dinghy 1947 – 2007 This paperback tells the story of how an ‘orange crate’ from Florida became the junior boat in over 120 countries and the first boat of over 80 per cent of Olympic boat skippers. it recounts the origins of the Optimist dinghy. in 1947 Major Cliff McKay, from Florida, linked his eleven-year old son’s love of sailing with the popular soapbox

car racing of the time. he envisaged a soapbox sailboat, contacted local boatbuilder Clark Mills. Clark’s basic design proved so brilliant it is still recognisable in its descendent today. This part of the history is written by the Major’s son Clifford McKay Jr. who was, literally, the first boy to sail the Optimist he sailed Clark Mills’ prototype.

This book relates John Periam’s experiences in the late 1970s to early 1980s when he was in southwold in suffolk and then shoreham-by-sea where he became a member of shoreham RNLi Lifeboat Crew. John had a Labrador called shelley and a close bond developed between them that saw John through personal traumas. One of the themes to the book is life around a working lifeboat station; the social side of the crew, fund raising, the characters, rescues and fun enjoyed by a close nit community steeped in lifeboat traditions. There is even a rescue involving one of the elite Red Arrows pilots. Peter huxtable MBE, who was Coxswain of the lifeboat and served as a crew member for 43 years, has written the Preface to the book. Available on Amazon Kindle.

DOrseT frOm The sea

This book features photographs of the Jurassic Coast from Lyme Regis to Old harry Rocks and includes a foreword by Dame Ellen MacArthur. What makes this book special is that it has been photographed entirely from the sea by sailor and marine photographer steve Belasco who has cruised the area in small boats for over 20 years. ISBN: 978-1-845847-62-3 / Hardback / £24.99 We have 2 copies of Dorset from the sea to give away. To be in with a chance of winning simply email your answer to the following question to editor@ allatsea.co.uk with Dorset Competition in the subject header by April 30, 2015. Who wrote the foreword to Dorset from the sea?

GOSPORT SILT REMOVAL In preparation for the new season, Gosport Marina begins its annual dredging programme at the start of April to maintain and improve navigable depths in the marina. the project will see approximately 7,000 cubic metres of silt removed from the northern entrance and surrounding fairways and berths.

SUTTON SUCCESS

Sutton Harbour Marina in Plymouth has been awarded the coveted 5 Gold Anchor rating in recognition of its first-class facilities and customer service for a second time. the latest annual survey carried out by marina bosses found that 100 per cent of Sutton Harbour Marina’s current berth holders would recommend the marina, and 99 per cent rated it as ‘excellent’ or ‘good’. Have you berthed here too? Share your experiences: editor@allatsea.co.uk www.suttonharbourmarina.com

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DraWn TO The sea ThERE will be an exhibition of new paintings and prints by the well known British marine artist John scott Martin at the Damish Artkemi Gallery in May. John says: “i have always been drawn to the sea and ships. i am inspired by seagoing craft of all shapes and sizes. From classic yachts to bulk carriers, if they are on water then they are inspirational. Working from my own photographic imagery is a vital part of

the creative process. John enjoys sailing whenever and wherever possible, providing him with lots of imagery. however living and working in central England, about as far from the sea as you can get, his photographic references are essential. The photo images are reworked and developed in his sketchbooks providing the basis for his work. www.johnscottmartin.co.uk

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NEW KIT

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FOR YOU AND YOUR BOAT

Long-Lasting Drysuits

Imagine if you could purchase a drysuit for your child that, as they grow, can be extended, prolonging its life and your investment in it? Hammond’s answer has been to develop a drysuit that can be returned to Hammond Drysuits when the child has outgrown it and extended at far less expense than the cost of a new one. www.hammond-drysuits.co.uk

Kru Sport Pro From Ocean Safety comes a RYA instructor branded lifejacket. The branded Kru Sport Pro lifejacket is a waist coat style lifejacket with a dual adjustment waist belt for quick fit, pockets for storing a PLB, keys or a phone, as well as kill cord connection loops. RYA instructors can purchase their branded Kru Sport Pro through Ocean Safety. www.oceansafety.com

Extreme Photography

If you want to capture your water adventures forever this extreme sports Action Camcorder from Rollei

needs to be added to your kit bag. As well as the many accessories, including waterproof casing and bike and helmet mounts, the updated cameras now feature WiFi connectivity. The two cameras in the range, the ActionCam 400 and 410, cost £139.99 and £169.99 respectively. www.rollei.com

Advanced Rigging The 4-speed TRIMMER and GRINDER winches from PONTOS are now available from Advanced Rigging. Both are designed to improve sail handling and reduce winching effort. The Automatic TRIMMER has two

Winging Their Way To Success At the RYA Suzuki Dinghy Show Spinlock displayed a new category of 50N personal flotation devices as part of its Deckware collection. Focusing on high speed, high impact and high agility sports, WING and FOIL were both on show. The compact minimalist design of the flotation vests provide the required buoyancy with little impact on the crews’ performance in high action situations. WING (side zip) and FOIL (front zip) both use new stretch materials to ensure a close body fit. Tapered foam

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and tailoring, coupled with snag free hidden adjustment, offer an ultra-low profile finish. Ben Ainslie Racing crews will be training wearing the new ‘WING’

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Push the Boat Out This year the RYA are planning the biggest and best Push the Boat Out yet in order to welcome many new people to the wonderful sport of sailing.

IN 2014 RYA Push the Boat Out weekend saw a whopping 24,000 people nationwide discover sailing on their doorsteps. Due to its success, this year’s Push The Boat Out will take place over nine days from Saturday 9 - Sunday 17 May. With two weekends and five weekdays, clubs and centres will be running even more free and low cost activities to appeal to a wider range of people, showcasing what sailing offers, from the freedom of being on the water, to the social buzz, the thrill of racing and the fact there really is something for everyone. RYA Club Support Advisor Jackie Bennetts explains: “Push the Boat Out 2014 was a huge success, probably our biggest and best yet, and it was fantastic to see so many clubs and centres taking part with record-breaking numbers out on the water. But we are already looking forward to seeing the different options and opportunities that will be on offer for all ages and abilities this year simply by extending the event.”

Maybe you are a casual cruising sailor who enjoys pottering around with your mates but hasn’t quite got round to joining a club? Or perhaps you have got a family that love the water but you have actually never got round to having a go yourself? You will be able to find your nearest Push the Boat Out event, get out on the water with an experienced sailor and discover the fun of messing about on the water.

ON THE DAY

During your PTBO taster session you will sail a boat with an experienced sailor or instructor nearby. You get in the boat and they show you the ropes and tell you what you need to get going. They make everything easy to understand and get you ready to have a go. All the equipment you need will be provided including a buoyancy aid or life jacket. It is best to turn up with some warm clothes, a pair of old shoes and a waterproof coat as it is nearly always

All the family can get involved in the event This year’s Push The Boat Out will take place over nine days in May

Find out what events are happening in your area

“Push the Boat Out can tick two very big boxes for sailing clubs and the sport as a whole...” cooler out on the water than on the shore. If the wind is light or you are in a more stable steady boat then you will only get a few splashes. However if you are a windsurfer or in a boat that is closer to the water, you will probably get quite wet. A wetsuit will keep you warm though. “Many people don’t know about the opportunities available to go sailing or windsurfing so close to home and they perhaps think that sailing is too expensive or they need their own equipment. Push the Boat Out aims to prove this is not the case,” Jackie continues.

WHAT IS IN IT FOR CLUBS?

Each year the number of clubs taking part in Push the Boat Out continues to grow. Clubs throughout the UK gained over 1,000 personal memberships through last year’s event while more than 500 families became members of the venues they visited. Earlswood Lakes Sailing Club near Birmingham is a small inland club, with a membership of around 150. But they set their ambitions high last year and embraced the opportunity to showcase the club with the aim to get the local community sailing. Their well-thought out approach certainly worked and more than 240 first-timers enjoyed a taster sail with 300 visitors in total. They said: “Push the Boat Out can tick two very big boxes for sailing clubs and the sport as a whole. Firstly it can raise awareness in the local community and of the fact that there are opportunities to discover sailing on most people’s doorsteps, which is really important in raising the profile of the sport. Secondly it is an opportunity to convert visitors into

course bookings or membership there and then.” Meanwhile Varne Boat Club in Greatstone, Kent used Push the Boat Out as part of their resurgence after the launch of a new windsurfing and watersports section, welcoming more than 100 people on each day and delivering 82 free tasters.

ROAD TO SUCCESS

Jackie concludes: “We are delighted to see so many clubs and centres signing up and supporting PTBO. The most successful clubs were those who showed visitors the clear pathways open to them at the club, to keep them coming back and sailing with them regularly. “It is one thing a family enjoying a joyride, it is another thing converting them into committed sailors, and that is the real focus for Push The Boat Out 2015 - to get even more participants into this fantastic sport.”

How do I Push the Boat Out? RYA Push the Boat Out 2015 takes place from 9 - 17 May. Getting involved is easy! There are hundreds of clubs and centres opening their doors during Push the Boat Out to offer you and your family the chance to get out on the water. Discover what is on in your region using the interactive PTBO map as well as all the latest news and updates at www.rya.org.uk/go/ptbo

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ExpErts’ forum

Each month, All at Sea invites a leading marine industry expert to share their opinion together with their top tips to help you get the most from your boating.

PRE-SEASON NAVIGATIONAL EQUIPMENT CHECKS

ON COURSE FOR SUCCESS

Alan Watson, a recognised navigational expert, who has clients ranging from the weekend cruiser to the professional sailor, shares his top tips for making sure your on board equipment is ready for a Allseason at Seaout ad on 1-2the page ad:All full water.

The start of a new season is the perfect time to re-familiarize yourself with your on board navigational equipment and make sure you have the settings in place that will keep you safe for the months ahead. Multifunction displays have transformed navigation for sailors and these intelligent and intuitive screens have opened up more possibilities in the world of boating. They give sailors a range of information at their fingertips, saving time and effort onboard and are becoming an invaluable addition to any boat. even the most dedicated paper and chart user is now seeing the added value they can bring to the vessel. The simplicity with which MFDs can now be used means that they can help to save time, effort and improve safety onboard. Using your MFD to its full potential will improve and enhance your time on the water.

getting a credible depth reading on the echosounder or fishfinder, then check to see that shallow water alarms are set as you want them. After knowing where I am and that I am in safe water my next priority is see and be seen, so check that you are seeing AIS targets on the chart plotter and, if you have Class B transmitting AIS, check that it is working. If you have an autopilot fitted, the chartplotter will use the heading sensor in this to give heading. Switch on the heading vector (red) on the chartplotter and make sure it points the right way. If it is out the chances are someone has left their toolbox right beside the sensor. The heading ideally needs to be set up away from the dockside and older autopilots benefit from regular calibration to redo the deviation curve; recent ones do this automatically in the background.

MFD CHECKS The weekends before the first outing on RADAR CHECKS the water offer an ideal time to have a play The next thing you need to check is your with your MFD and make sure that the key radar. This is best done away from the settings are in place. The first thing I check dockside. Check you are showing targets is that my chart cartridge is up-to-date on the screen and then with the radar in then power up the system and check that head Up (just for this test, I use Course Up I am getting a good GPS fix. That is the normally) point your boat at a small target critical “where I?” dealt with; make sure it shows atfirst Sea 1/2item page ad am 268x164 5/3/15and14:19 Page 1 on the heading the second is depth, so check that you are line. Once this is done go to the chart

display and put radar overlay on. Make sure that the land echoes are accurately overlaid the land on the chart; if they don’t then it means the heading information from the autopilot is out and needs calibrating. And finally don’t forget the VhF. A common fault is water in the aerial cable which does not affect reception but reduces transmission range to just about zero. A test call with a distant station (not the marina 100 yards away) will prove the system. Alan has worked with Raymarine for many years and enjoys running their Navigational and Radar courses – for more information go to www.raymarine. co.uk/training

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SHORE STYLE

Gill Pro Top

The Gill 2015 dinghy collection is now available and is their most comprehensive yet. One of the highlights of the collection is the Pro Top, which has been updated with a new adjustable neck closure. The

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Racer Smock

Built to withstand the worst conditions imaginable, the Henri Lloyd Offshore Elite Racer Smock is new to the Elite Range. It has been designed for offshore racers and cruisers. Sir Ben Ainslie says: “When it comes to technical and performance wear, Henri Lloyd is at the forefront of innovation and the new Elite Offshore Smock is a great example of their vision. It is lightweight, soft and really comfortable to wear on the water.” The Smock is available in carbon, in sizes S-XXL and is priced at £475. www.henrilloyd.com

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Musto’s Junior Dinghy range includes Dinghy Hi-Fits, Smocks and Drysuits giving young sailors the protection from the elements that they need. The Musto junior drysuit is designed using a three-layer fabric, taped seams and Durable Water Repellent technology finish that encourages surface water to run off the suit and decrease weight and drying time. The Junior Dinghy Smock has a waterproof, windproof and breathable outer layer with a halflength asymmetric water resistant zip with fabric water gusset for easy venting and a water resistant zipped front pocket with drainage. It comes with a reflective print on the chest and shoulders. Junior Dinghy Drysuit (Black/Fire Orange): £270 Junior Dinghy Hi-Fits (Black): £75 Junior Dinghy Smock (Fire Orange/Black, Black): £75 www.musto.com

When you are relaxing on board or by the shore with a glass in hand, what better to create the perfect mood than some soft lighting and your favourite songs playing in the background.

2Dot™ laminated soft-touch fabric gives protection and durability and has a hydrophobic breathable component that keeps sailors dry and breathes to allow moisture vapour to escape during high-activity racing. Pro Top: £100 www.gillmarine.com The good news is the solution is available at just £39.99. From Lava BrightSounds comes a Bluetooth Speaker and ambient night-light giving up to nine hours of music. With its rubberised carry strap and rugged case and speaker grille it is ideal for outdoor use and is even water resistant (IPX4 rating). It is available online and on the high street. Check out www.amazon.co.uk if you are shopping online.

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COOKING AFLOAT REAL FOOD FOR HUNGRY SAILORS

Mussels with cider

This is my take on a classic moules marinière – and more refreshing than the original. The sweetness of the cider works with the briny juiciness of the mussels. Get the fishmonger to remove the beards for you, and cook them soon after you get on board.

Heat the oil in a large, deep pan. Add the shallot, garlic, bay leaf, lemon zest and seasoning, and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened. Add the brandy, if you’re using it, and cook until the liquid has evaporated. Pour in the cider and let it boil for a minute or two to let the alcohol burn off. Add the mussels and give it all a good stir. Cover with a lid to let the mussels steam and cook for 3–4 minutes until the shells have opened, giving the pan a good shake every now and again. Discard any that do not open. Add the lemon juice, parsley and a grind of pepper, stir well and serve in deep bowls with crusty bread.

FOR TWO ■ 1 tbsp olive or rapeseed oil ■ 1 shallot, peeled and sliced ■ 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed ■ 1 bay leaf ■ grated zest and juice of 1 lemon ■ 1 tbsp brandy (optional) ■ 200ml dry cider ■ 1 kg mussels, washed, beards removed (discard any that are open) ■ handful of flat-leaf parsley, chopped ■ salt and pepper

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POWERBOATING WORKSHOP FOR YOUNGSTERS

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Ten young people from schools in Oxfordshire have been selected to attend Williams Performance Tenders‘ five-week Powerboat Workshop course. The practical sessions, which kick off in mid-April, are designed to give young people the chance to learn life-long skills that can be used in future employment and to teach them more about the sector. As in previous years, one of the participants from the course will be given the opportunity to work as an apprentice at Williams. The sessions will conclude with a race day at Williams’ test lake on 16 May. Last year, eight young people enjoyed racing model speed boats of their own design and were also given the opportunity to go for a spin as a passenger in one of Williams’ sporty jet tenders. Mathew Hornsby, Sales Director at Williams Performance Tenders, says: “It’s great to hear their ideas and to see their ambitions grow as they see how qualifications in school and university can lead to exciting jobs that will challenge them in the marine industry. We always particularly enjoy the race day at the end of the course – all the young people get very competitive and it gives them a chance to see everything we’ve taught them about designing and building boats in action. Investing in the boat builders and designers of the future is very exciting and is an aspect of our business that we look forward to expanding.” www.williamsjettenders.com

SUZUKI SHOWS OFF NEW MODELS Suzuki Marine dealers have taken delivery of a brand new stock of DF2.5Ls, which is the long shaft edition. The new DF2.5L has a shaft length of 508mm (127mm longer than the standard shaft) and is aimed at the sailing market for use as an auxiliary engine on small sailing boats and dinghies. This new model weighs just 14kg, which means it is very easy to lift and transport with its large carrying handle. It also benefits from a range of features such as F-N gear shift, water-cooling and a 1 litre fuel tank. www.suzuki-marine.co.uk

Osprey RIBs Ltd is partnering with BRP’s Evinrude E-TEC to fit the new G2 outboard engine on its product line-up. Osprey’s RIBs range from 5.15m to 8.6m and are hand-built to meet the customer’s requirements with options for leisure, diving, commercial or racing.

Stingray have been building handcrafted boats for over 35 years. The range starts from 18ft up to 25ft and includes bow riders, sports cuddies and cruiser models.

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ExpErts’ forum

Each month, All at Sea invites a leading marine industry expert to share their opinion together with their top tips to help you get the most from your boating.

PRE-SEASON OUTBOARD CHECKS

Planning FOr Fun

Part of your pre-season planning should include a check of your outboard motor. Don’t make the mistake of waiting until the last minute only to discover there are a few items that need serious attention. Checking your outboard motor now should only take a few minutes, allowing more precious hours of fun on the water this summer. In order to ensure a safe and uneventful season Barrus recommend you follow the checklist below:

n Ensure that any remote fuel tanks are correctly secured to prevent movement or spillage.

1) EnginE Oil n See the – ‘Checking and Adding Engine Oil’ – section in your Owner’s Handbook. Refer to your engine model specifications for the correct grade and amount of engine oil. Care should be taken to avoid overfilling with oil.

3) OutbOard mOunting brackEtS n Inspect the outboard for tightness to the boat transom. If any looseness of the outboard or mounting fasteners exists, retighten the outboard mounting fasteners. When checking for signs of looseness, look for loss of outboard transom bracket material or paint caused by movement between the outboard mounting fasteners and the outboard transom brackets. Also, look for signs of movement between the outboard transom brackets and the boat transom.

2) FuEl SyStEm n Visually inspect the fuel system for deterioration or leaks. Over extended periods of time fuel will degrade and could have adverse effects on your outboard fuel system. This would be more evident if the winterisation procedures were not followed correctly. Inspect the fuel line and primer bulb for cracks, swelling, leaks, hardness or other signs of deterioration or damage. If any of these conditions are found, the fuel line or primer bulb must be replaced immediately.

4) StEEring SyStEm n Check the steering system for binding or loose components. In both the Tiller Handle and Remote Steering cable models, the steering should be free of obstruction and binding, operating in both directions freely.

n Visually check steering link rod fasteners for proper tightness as per the owner’s handbook. 5) battEry – iF FittEd n Remove the battery from the boat and check the water level. Recharge if necessary. Check that all electrical connections are tight and free of corrosion. Do not use deep cycle batteries. Engines must use a marine starting battery as per the manufacturer’s specifications. n When connecting engine battery, hex nuts must be used and torqued to secure battery leads to battery posts. 6) PrOPEllEr n Check propeller blades for damage. The leading edge of the propeller should be smooth and free from nicks and cracks. n Check the propeller hub kit is still functioning correctly. Before leaving the dock, check the outboard’s forward – neutral – reverse shift to ensure correct shifting, and that the propeller hub is still intact. 7) lanyard StOP Switch Or kill Switch n Check that activating the lanyard stop switch stops the engine. Start the outboard on a flushing device or in the water. Check the complete operation of the kill switch, start the outboard – pull the lanyard switch – re-

install the lanyard and re-start the outboard. The Lanyard stop switch must be checked and tested before each use of the outboard. 8) accESSOriES n Always carry spare fuses. Open the fuse holder and check that the spare fuses are in the holder. n Lifesaving equipment should be checked. Life vests should be checked for cuts and abrasions, self-inflating vests for expired canisters, and have them checked or replace them if you are not sure. 9) gEnEral carE n Flush out the outboard cooling system if operating in salt or polluted water. This will

help prevent a build-up of deposits from clogging the internal water passages. See ‘Flushing the Cooling System’ section in your owner’s handbook. n Wash off all salt deposits and flush out the exhaust outlet of the propeller and gear case with fresh water if operating in saltwater. n Your outboard is protected with a durable baked enamel finish. Clean and wax often using marine cleaners and waxes. rESOlVing a PrOblEm If you ever have a problem, question or concern about your power package, contact your dealer or any authorised Mercury or Mariner dealership. If you need additional assistance go online to: www.barrus.co.uk

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FOLLOWING THE BRITISH TEAM ON THE ROAD TO RIO

In the first of our new British Sailing Team columns, RYA Olympic Manager Stephen Park sets the scene for the season ahead in the team’s preparations towards Rio 2016. SPRING has sprung, and with it arrives the start of the European sailing season, which will be a critical one in our journey to the Rio 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We’ve just passed the ‘500 days to go’ milestone, which certainly sharpens the senses a little. I’m really excited looking ahead to what this year has in store for the British Sailing Team. We see a revamped ISAF Sailing World Cup series with a World Cup regatta back on home shores in Weymouth and Portland (8 - 14 June), and the race towards Rio qualification steps up a gear for our sailors as they bid to be the ones selected to represent Great Britain.

Thompson and Elliot Willis have all been performing at the highest level for a number of years but haven’t yet had the opportunity to compete at an Olympic Games with just that one spot per class available for each nation.

JUST ONE SPOT

Having already secured British berths in all ten Olympic Classes and all three Paralympic events for 2016 at the first opportunities last year, the race is now on for the sailors to show the RYA selectors what they can do and make sure it is their name on the entry lists for the one British spot in each class in fifteen months’ time. Selection for Team GB and ParalympicsGB will be as tough as it has ever been. But within our current British Sailing Team squad we have a potent mix of youth and experience who are well up to the task, and some of those sailors have been waiting in the wings for some time. People like Giles Scott, Nick

Luke Patience and Elliot Willis earned a first World Cup gold in the 470 Men’s event

KEY REGATTAS

Stephen Park

“I’m as excited as ever by the talent we have and the medal potential within the team. The sailors have been showing great form already this year...”

Bryony was another gold medal winner at the ISAF Sailing World Cup in Miami

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results against a world-class fleet in the Olympic environment. The confidence sailors take away from knowing they can deliver results in Rio can be crucial. We’ve had a fantastic start to this preOlympic year, but there can be no let up as the race to Rio intensifies!

2015 sees a busy year for us with key international regattas, Class World and European Championships spanning the full breadth of the calendar and in almost every continent – a logistical feat which will be sure to keep our operations team and our shipping friends at Peters & May on their toes. I’m as excited as ever by the talent we have and the medal potential within the team. The sailors have been showing great form already this year with eight medals won amid some tough competition and variable conditions at the first ISAF Sailing World Cup regatta of 2015 in Miami. Among the gold medallists were Giles Scott and Bryony Shaw, who silenced their opposition by winning their Finn and RS:X Women’s classes with a day to spare. Luke Patience and Elliot Willis earned a confidence-boosting first World Cup gold in the 470 Men’s event and in doing so beat one of their perennial rivals to the top step for the first time. We’re looking forward to going into battle at our home World Cup regatta – the ISAF Sailing World Cup Weymouth & Portland – which is one of just five legs of the elite new world tour, where you’ll hopefully take the chance to come and see our home-grown talents taking on the rest of the world.

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LOOKING TO RIO

COUNTDOWN TO RIO

We’ll also be focussing a lot of effort on Rio throughout this year, with class training trips already underway and another official Test Event in August providing an opportunity to deliver

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We offer beautiful and accessible moorings in Chichester Harbour Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

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BOATING PEOPLE CAPTAIN PAUL GRANT, HOVERCRAFT PILOT TELL US WHAT YOUR ROLE AS A HOVERCRAFT PILOT INVOLVES?

I joined Hovertravel in December 1990, but I had a fourteen-month gap year in 2002.

It is all about focus, concentration and anticipation. Aptitude pays a role too. It is said that if you can tap your head and rub your tummy at the same time with either hand you are half way there. There is a vast amount of work behind the scenes. To begin with we all work a rostered shift pattern. All local charts, crew training manuals, crew drills, medical kits, surveys relating both to structural and safety and watertight integrity have to be kept upto-date everyday. The local notices and navigation warnings for the operational area are also updated on a daily basis. There is a virtual MOT for everything that you may imagine, then all the things you didn’t think of as well. Captains within the company are and have always been committed to the encouragement, enlightenment and development of both new and existing crew members.

DID YOU ALWAYS WANT TO WORK IN A JOB INVOLVING THE SEA?

WHAT ARE YOUR FAVOURITE ASPECTS OF THE JOB?

Captain Paul Grant shares his experiences as one of the few hovercraft pilots in the world. HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN A HOVERCRAFT PILOT?

Yes, my first time on the water was the 1961 Round The Island Race in a cot on the aft deck of an already old Nicholson 32, named Rockaby. Since then I have participated in a further fifteen Round The Island Races.

Every day is different and no two crossings are ever the same; foreign ops are always a challenge. Also, great colleagues, good atmosphere and being out on the water in the fresh air.

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO BECOME A HOVERCRAFT PILOT?

Over time, inevitably requirements change. In the pioneering days of Hovertravel the early pilots were ex RAF qualified of which there are now none. Today, a fully qualified hovercraft pilot/ candidate must have achieved an STCW 95 certificate (training, certification and watch keeping for seafarers) from the MCA. So, Merchant Navy apprentice with four years sea time, exam pass and more sea time. Then time as an officer of the watch to gain experience of watches on the bridge by yourself and as part of a team. This is followed by 25 hours instruction on board with Hovertravel to include systems mechanical, structural, hydraulic,

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no way out except the way you went in. Thence to turn 180 degrees and hope the entrance hasn’t been blocked by raft ice. We used a laptop with satellite imagery from the geo department to find a safe run, but even that was sketchy and the signal often lost.

HOW MANY PILOTS ARE THERE AT HOVERTRAVEL?

WHAT PART OF THE WORLD WOULD YOU LOVE TO SAIL IN?

There are five full time and three part time. In the world there are probably sixteen full time, mainly connected to the Canadian Coastguard.

WHAT IS THE HIGHLIGHT OF YOUR CAREER SO FAR?

Probably working in the Angola, Malongo/ Tekula and Caspian Oil Fields, serving the Actote and Kairan platforms. There were huge challenges everyday. We once undertook a delivery of two hovercraft the length of the Caspian 800 miles over ice in 20 hours. Everything froze: I froze, the toilet froze, the food froze, the screen wash antifreeze froze, pens for the logbook froze. The outside temperature was -42 C without the wind chill. At the base in Aktau one of the boiler suited engineers, while working on the soft structure of the craft, became frozen to the concrete and had to be helped by three others. The screen froze up for about eight miles, so I had to put my head intermittently out of the window so see, which was actually painful. Out there, there are no rescue services or navigational aids; the ice ridges change every day. A pilot has to be careful not to drive into a long corridor over several miles at the end of which is a dead end where ice has built up high and there is

As a Merchant Navy officer for twelve years I believe I have covered most areas of the world, but for me it would have to be the South of France. Let’s hope they find some oil there.

WHAT IS COMING UP IN 2015 ?

50 years of Hovertravel has to be a huge milestone; the company started on 14 June 1965. Equally, our newly developed hovercraft will arrive to replace the existing AP1 88/100s craft currently in use.

WHICH SAILORS INSPIRE YOU?

I did six years RORC so I am, I suppose, more of a racing man. It has to be Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, Eric Tabarly and Ben Ainslie, not in any order. Sir Robin for his non stop circumnavigation with a sextant, tin of beans and a leaking boat as his new boat wasn’t ready for the trip. Eric Tabarly for his grit and persistence. Sir Ben for his dedication; it is almost impossible to be so consistent in every race and to stay at the front.

WHAT IS THE STRANGEST THING YOU HAVE SEEN ON THE SOLENT?

I have seen a dead whale, a shark, seal, dolphin and a rather splendid wooden go-kart, hundreds of footballs, a JCB off Ryde with only the bucket showing. There was also a black Labrador half a mile off Gilkicker. We called the police boat out and he was rescued. Last summer there was a man on a yellow inflatable lilo, totally unconcerned, in the main shipping channel 1.5 miles from Ryde. He must have been off to France for his holidays; he was rescued by a fisherman.

IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE THAT YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE WITH ALL AT SEA READERS? I rarely miss reading All At Sea. I even won a book about Mainsail trimming for a spot the yacht competition several years ago. Here are two rules about sailing to enhance the fun of it: 1. Never shout, it rattles people and rarely achieves the aim. 2. Keep your rig up and your bilges dry. www.hovertravel.co.uk

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Solent based dinghy sailor david henshall is now a well known writer and speaker on topics covering the rich heritage of all aspects of lesiure boating.

Sailing then and now

Shining Star The Hamble Star is a classic dinghy that is not only still regularly sailed, but has an incredibly bright future.

50 years ago these were two immediately recognisable icons of the Solent. The ‘old’ Hamble Spit Buoy and the Hamble Star! Courtesy I. Underdown/HLHS Transporting boats 1950s style

At Erith Yacht Club the values of the Star were quickly recognised and moves were made to buy up boats when they appeared for sale The Hamble Star celebrates its 90th birthday this year. Courtesy Sarah Mees/EYC

THIS column in All at Sea has long championed the cause of classic dinghy sailing, for this is a very special part of our maritime heritage that could so easily be lost. Already, many of the traditional sailing dinghies that used to grace our shores have been lost, with at best just the one or two rare examples still struggling to stay afloat. This makes the case of the Hamble Star all the more extraordinary, for not only do a reasonable number of boats still exist, but they do so together as a class (albeit at a new home away from their original birthplace on the Hamble). The Star was initially developed as something of a ‘multi-purpose’ boat

that could be either rowed or sailed. The new boat was the same overall length as the ‘new’ 14ft dinghy that was destined to become the International 14, but apart from the length, there the similarity ended. To cope with the famous ‘chop’ experienced in the mouth of the Hamble River, the Star was given a sweeping bow profile. Moreover, the Hamble Star was something of a rarity, for although it was made of carvel construction, the hull form was of the hard chine variety. In keeping with other boats of that era, the construction of the hull was certainly robust, with 7/16th mahogany planking laid over a sturdy frame of bent

The Hamble Stars in their new guise at Erith YC, teaching young people the skills of sailing. Courtesy Erith YC

timbers. Another departure from the current norm was with the Hamble Star sail plan, for although the rig was so configured to enable the spars to be carried in the hull if needed, the boat still managed to set a very generous 110 ft² of sail. JAcK OF All TRADES Out afloat, the Hamble Star quickly proved its worth as the real ‘jack of all trades’. The handling was well mannered and predictable enough to allow for teaching beginners, yet when pushed hard by a more experienced helm was remarkably nimble for a boat of that era.

As well as clearly showing the hard chine hull form of the Hamble Star, this picture highlights the superb work done by the Michael Robinson Sailing Trust in helping to teach young people about the care and maintenance of traditional boats. Courtesy MRST

Little wonder that the Star was amongst the first dinghies to achieve real popularity at the rapidly growing Hamble River Sailing Club. With its sea kindly hull, the Star was not only used for racing, but come the festive season, would take part in a sail out to the Calshot Lightship to deliver Christmas presents to the Duty Crew. Come wartime the Stars would find that they were still needed on the river as general purpose tenders. Others would be pressed into service teaching RAF pilots some rudimentary sailing skills. Should they be forced to ‘ditch’ into the sea, the plan was that an ‘airborne lifeboat’ could be dropped to them, allowing the downed crew to head back towards the safety of the shore. HEADING EAST With the coming of peace dinghy racing returned to the Hamble River, but very quickly the area became a hotbed of dinghy innovation and the fortunes of the Star started to wane. However, up on the Thames estuary, a real ‘son’ of Hamble, Michael Robinson (who hailed from the Robinson family, who were somewhat legendary on the river) took his Star with him when he moved to the East. At Erith Yacht Club the values of the Star were quickly recognised and moves were made to buy up boats when they appeared for sale. In time, a full ‘bakers

dozen’ Stars were in place and when they were not sailing locally, a number of them would find their way over to the Netherlands for some real ‘Swallows and Amazons’ style holidays. STAR KEEPS SHINING The future of the Hamble Star class was made certain when, by making a very generous private donation, the Michael Robinson Sailing Trust was established, with the aim of teaching young people not only good sailing skills, but also the techniques of repairing and maintaining traditional craft. More recently, a grant was made from the National Lottery to replace all the sails and with the ongoing support of the Trust, the Hamble Stars continue to shine. All at Sea wish all those associated with the Trust and those at Erith YC who have put so much into not only saving the Hamble Stars, but ensuring that their 90th birthday celebrations this year are just a practice for their centenary in 2025 the very best! FIND OUT MORE Erith Yacht club www.erithyachtclub.org.uk in this video ross Ellison talks about his early years learning to sail at Erith Yacht club in a hamble Star class dinghy: http://bit.ly/hamblestar

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PRACTICAL KNOW-HOW FROM THE RYA

HIGHWAY CODE OF THE SEA Whose responsibility is it to get out of the way? Who would be culpable if a collision, or even a near miss, occurred? Who should do what at what point to prevent a collision from occurring? Pleading ignorance of the rules in any prosecution case is not going to wash

even need to have occurred, simply that the regulations have been breached – is a criminal offence with a maximum penalty of two years in prison and/or an unlimited fine determined by a Law Court, depending on the severity of the incident. Rule one of the COLREGS states, “These rules shall apply to all vessels upon the high seas and in all waters connected therewith navigable by seagoing vessels.”

“Pleading ignorance in any prosecution case is not going to wash.” NO boat has absolute ‘right of way’ under the COLREGS - even the stand on boat is obliged to take avoiding action in some circumstances. Anybody using any sort of watercraft as a means of transport – whether motor or sail – should make themselves familiar with the COLREGS. The International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, more commonly known as the COLREGS, are quite simply, the Highway Code of the sea. The rules were introduced to make it clear when you are the stand on vessel,

when you are the give way vessel and what the correct action to take is when in close quarters with other vessels to avoid a collision. One of the biggest misconceptions about the COLREGS is they are a guidance document, something to help skippers understand who has ‘right of way’ in potential collision situations. Wrong! They are the law and you have to comply with the lot. Failure to comply with the COLREGS – and by that it means a collision doesn’t

“There are 38 separate Rules within the COLREGS”, explains Gus Lewis, RYA Head of Legal and Government Affairs, “and although some of them are clearly aimed primarily at large commercial vessels, in principle they apply to all vessels. For any set of rules to be effective in avoiding collisions, all vessels need to be following the same rules.” CURRENT COLREGS The current edition of the COLREGS was adopted in 1972 but the rules have been

amended several times since. The rules are divided into five parts A-E covering: ■ General Rules (A) ■ Steering and Sailing (B) ■ Lights and Shapes (C) ■ Sound and Light (D) ■ Exemptions (E) Although clearly all the COLREGS are important, the steering and sailing rules set out in Part B (Rules 4-19) are the ones likely to be most relevant to small boats operating in daylight, with good weather and good visibility. Rules 4-19 cover the following: ■ Look out ■ Safe speed ■ Risk of collision ■ Action to avoid a collision ■ Narrow channels ■ Traffic separation schemes ■ Overtaking ■ Head on situations ■ Crossing situations ■ Action by give way vessel ■ Action by stand on vessel ■ Responsibilities between vessels ■ Conduct of vessels in restricted visibility

Some of these are general good behaviour rules while others are very specific, prescribed obligations. ■ The RYA Day Skipper Theory course provides the first comprehensive introduction to COLREGS or if you are looking for shore-based instruction to learn them then the Essential Navigation and Seamanship course is a great supporting course for those new to boating, or as a refresher course, and is available in a classroom or online. ■ Visit the Courses and Training section of the RYA website – www.rya.org.uk/training - to find which course would best suit your needs and experience. ■ If you are an RYA member and find yourself in need of legal advice relating to the COLREGS, the RYA Legal team can assist with free guidance on the interpretation and scope and application of the rules. Email legal@rya.org.uk ■ Find out more about joining the RYA at www.rya.org.uk/membership

GREEN FOCUS

The Green Blue is the joint environment programme created by the British Marine Federation and the Royal Yachting Association to encourage sustainable boating in all its forms.

JANE SWAN

Cracking the case

A joint BMF and RYA initiative

Young detectives solve the mystery of Paradise Harbour at this year’s RYA Suzuki Dinghy Show.

DID you know that there are three main different types of fingerprint – an arch, a whorl and a loop and that everyone has their own unique DNA print? Or did you know that the Chinese mitten crab (named after its furry claws and one of the worst invasive species here in the UK) first appeared in the Thames in the 1930s? Or that Wakame, another non-native species, is also known as Japanese kelp? They might seem like random questions, but they provided much needed evidence and information to help hundreds of young visitors to this year’s RYA Suzuki Dinghy Show crack the show’s first ever fictional marine crime scene investigation into pollution in Paradise Harbour. Visitors to previous RYA Dinghy Shows have been treated to live displays of the invasive non-native species ‘Killer Shrimp’ to promote ‘Check Clean Dry’ to stop the further spread of alien invaders. And in 2014, The Green Blue encouraged visitors to convert human kinetic energy into electrical energy in a 30 second burst of pedal power on static bikes. This year The Green Blue’s interactive display featured four scenarios around marine litter, invasive non-native species, an oil spill and pollution from cleaning products that contain harmful chemicals.

There were six suspects to investigate

UNDER INVESTIGATION

With six suspects already identified (including Miss Sue Wage and Captain A. Foul who bore an uncanny resemblance to Dinghy Show Treasure Hunt Pirate

The RYA Junior Youth Mascot Bob the Buoy was on hand to help

Pete) and mug shots on show, it was up to the young detectives to solve each of the four cases and match suspects with the evidence. All with a helping hand from the RYA Junior Youth Mascot Bob the Buoy. Tasks involved unscrambling photographic puzzles to spot litter that had blown overboard and matching fingerprints taken from a leaky oil can that had been left on the slipway. Youngsters also had the chance to perform chemical tests to decipher the pH levels of water samples taken from suspects’ boats; how acidic or alkaline everyday products used on board can be and the effect this has on the marine environment. And last but not least, young detectives came face to face with a selection of marine alien species found here in the UK and tasked with finding out how they arrived in Paradise Harbour. Along with photographic evidence the display featured the ‘infamous five’ – Leathery sea squirt, Wakame, Wireweed, Slipper Limpet and Zebra Mussel – all preserved in resin and on loan thanks to the support from the Cornwall Wildlife Trust.

THE WAY FORWARD

Water quality is so important to the enjoyment of boating and the RYA Dinghy show is always a great platform to engage with keen dinghy sailors. The four crime scene topics were potentially all types of pollution that dinghy sailors could encounter on a typical day out on the water, so it made the scenarios very relevant to their own sailing experience. And the popularity of The Green Blue’s marine CSI theme was proof that raising awareness of water quality in a fun and interactive way is a great way to keep people engaged in looking after the environment. Inspiring new (and older) generations is key to making sustainable boating second nature and interactive workshops and features are very much

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RNLI rescues 23 people a day

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To be invited to sea by the Shoreham Harbour Lifeboats Coxswain Steve Smith aboard the Tamar allweather ALB Lifeboat ‘Enid Collett’ to join the crew on exercise was an opportunity not to be missed. It was also an opportunity to learn more about the extensive work carried out by the RNLI. tHe RNlI has been saving lives for almost 200 years, but it remains just as important that everyone who takes to the seas, including leisure sailors and those involved in the fishing industry, are kept up-to-date with their work keeping us save when we are on the water. “Fishing plays such an important part around our coastline and we have to be prepared to go to sea in all weathers to assist any fishing vessels that may need our assistance. As an occupation it is considered to be one of the hardest and most dangerous, and sadly with the many new rules and regulations linked to eU Quotas fishermen at times go to sea in conditions many others would not,” Steve Smith said. “Over the years lifeboat design and technology has changed,” he added. “We are so lucky to have a state-of-the-art tamar class AlB. It is 16.3m long, 5.3m wide and has a draft of 1.4m. With a fuel capacity of 4,6000l, the two Caterpillar C18 marine diesel engines (1.001hp each at 2,300rpm) give us a maximum speed of 25 knots with a range of 250 nm.”

RNLI TRAINING

Crew training is very important both for those at sea and those working ashore. “the RNlI makes sure we are covered in all aspects from first aid to radio communications,” commented Mark Blatcher, the station mechanic. “the RNlI has dedicated training teams that visit the station, along with a purpose built training centre at Poole in Dorset. We keep up-todate with regular in house training.” Paul Fisher, from the RNlI Operations Department, explained the use of radios. “Communication is so important and crews are trained to transmit whilst being constructive with their comments to all involved, especially the casualty who may well be in a situation where they need support

DID YOU KNOW? The biggest rescue in terms of people saved by the RNLI took place in 1907 when 456 people were rescued from the pleasure liner Suevic by lifeboats from Cadgwith, Coverack, the Lizard and Porthleven. During World War I lifeboats launched 1,808 times saving 5,332 lives. During World War II RNLI crews saved 6,376 lives. 1935 saw the last lifeboat launch using horses. It took place at Wellsnext-the-Sea. the inshore lifeboat often works in tandem with the all-weather lifeboat

to reassure them that all is fine and help is at hand.” Radio comms between lifeboat and casualty are important but not always possible. It can help guide the lifeboat to the incident whilst informing the crew of any possible hazards around them such as nets and lines still floating in the water.” He went onto say: “It is normally the mechanic who is the radio operator. However, we like to train the majority of the crew in these procedures. It is nice to know that many fishermen now attend courses to make sure they know exactly what to do in an emergency. there can be situations where those being rescued do not know or don’t have a working radio on board.

I cannot stress enough that mobile phones are not the most proven means of communication, and are easily lost when emergency situations arise.”

SEA EXERCISES

“to get those on board involved in a full range of exercises is what we try to do each time we go to sea,” Simon tugwell the Second Cox commented. “It is not a jolly, and even the youngest trainee crew members soon find out for themselves first-hand what life is like on the tamar.” Peter Huxtable MBe, Coxswain and a crew member for over 40 years, has seen a lot of changes both in boat design and crew training. “the technology crew have at their disposal now is

The charity that saves lives at sea tHe National Institution for the Preservation of life from Shipwreck was founded as a charity by Sir William Hillary in 1824. thirty years later, in 1854, crew members were issued with lifejackets, made of cork, for the first time and the name was changed to the more familiar Royal National lifeboat Institution It costs over £1,000 to kit out a crew

member and more than £1,200 each year to train them and keep their skills up-to-date. All the lifeboat crew and shore helpers, apart from the full-time mechanic, at Shoreham are voluntary and are on call 24-hours a day, 365 days a year. It receives no government funding and relies on voluntary donations, legacies and fund-raising.

A crew member supported by another for safety, working on the deck of the tamar in bad weather conditions

RNlI lifeguards on Caswell Bay Image: RNlI/Gavin Danado

Inflatable lifeboats were introduced in 1963 due to the increasing number of incidents close to shore. In 2001 RNLI lifeguards began patrolling beaches, initially in the south west. Since its foundation the RNLI has saved over 140,000 lives.

Simulating a fire on one of the offshore markers with the casualty also visible

After a two hour exercise the crew pose for the cameras

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Shoreham Harbour Lifeboat Station

A night exercise with mCA Coastguard helicopter overhead

ShorehAm’S old lifeboat station was knocked down in January 2009. Work immediately began on the new lifeboat station to house the rNll’s new tamar-class lifeboat and its inshore lifeboat along with two new slipways. the resulting boathouse opened the following year in october 2010 following a three-year community appeal to raise £1million towards the build. the station’s £2.7million tamar lifeboat, called enid Collett after the late donor whose generous legacy funded the boat, arrived in Shoreham in December of that year. She had her

first operational shout two days later. there are two lifeboats at Shoreham, the All Weather lifeboat known as the AlB (enid Collett) and the Inshore lifeboat known as the IlB (Barry lazell). the lifeboat station is open 10am to 2pm monday to Friday and 10am to 4pm Saturday and Sunday. there are fifteen volunteer tour guides to show people around the station and the rNlI souvenir shop is also open at the same time. take a look inside Shoreham lifeboat station: http://goo.gl/maps/JKX9a

duties. Crew rosters now see members from all walks of life. on board Shoreham’s lifeboat is a cabinet maker, warehouse manager, advertising executive, postman and others who give up a lot of their time to make up Shoreham’s crew.

SUPPORTING RNLI

An opportunity to see first-hand how the rNlI works can only encourage more people to support this charity, knowing that the sea gives way to no one. the rNlI is a deserving charity and an expensive one to run on a daily basis. Fund raising plays a key role and the many branches around the country see this is kept in the public eye supported by a strong headquarters. to find out how you can donate who become involved visit the rNlI website. The authors would like to thank Coxswain Steve Smith and the crew of the Shoreham Harbour Lifeboat Station for help in preparing this feature and for the time at sea.

stunning. the speed of the tamar and the working conditions often mean that in severe weather all can be done from inside the lifeboat unlike the old days when many had to work on deck. training has always played an important part, and before we launch the crews are fully briefed as to what they are going to be doing on a particular exercise.” If an opportunity is there, and a local fishing vessel is willing, the lifeboat will involve itself in a working exercise. “there is nothing like first-hand

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experience and participating with others really makes a difference,” commented Steve, the Cox.

MIXED CREWS

many years ago a lot of lifeboat crews had fishermen as crew members. these days their work has to come first. of course their local knowledge has always played an important part when working on, say, a sectored search. this is not to say fishermen are not involved; many work behind the scenes in other station duties whilst some still manage crew

the long slipway often means a semi submerged entry into the water, which always appeals to the public watching

Peter huxtable mBe recalled the days many years ago when maroons were fired to launch a lifeboat. “It was often the case that the next day when we opened the boathouse we found money in envelopes put through the door. they may have woken people up at night but it helped raise funds. It is pagers now,” he said with a broad smile.

@SLifeboatRNLI Shoreham RNLI lifeboat crew training movie: http://youtu.be/ hPvZYEu7Uj0 @SLifeboatRNLI In 1865 - 150 years ago - the RNLI took over the operation of the lifeboat at Shoreham Harbour @SLifeboatRNLI In 2014 - 56 launches, 28 in darkness, 49 people rescued, 3 lives saved, 510 hours at sea on services, 1,105 hours at sea training

retrieving a casualty from the sea. this can often happen in all weather conditions and at night

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QUIZ TIME

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Lifelong food and drink enthusiast, Penny Hopkins, blends a background in hospitality with keen journalistic skills, travelling far and wide in search of a tasty bite - by boat, foot and bike.

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Breakfast at Steff’s Kitchen

THE Boat Jumble comes to town on 26 April, bringing bargain hunters and traffic chaos to this picturesque village in the New Forest, home to the fairytale Palace House, the Michelin starred Montague Arms and the succulent Fairweathers Nursery, and also my Primary School.

FOR BREAKFAST

Steff’s Kitchen – Cyclists, gardeners, hungry hikers and limber locals flood into this airy, barn like building attached to Fairweathers Garden Centre. It has been at Beaulieu as long as I can remember. The breakfast is very popular and there is a good choice from the full English (£7.50) to Eggs Benedict and a bacon & egg sandwich. All eggs are free range and local. There is always a choice of hot lunch specials. I love their club sandwich, but it is the queue for homemade cakes and scones that always impresses me.

Buckler’s Hard Shipbuilding

Did you know that the Agamemnon Yard is named after Admiral Nelson’s favourite ship, and that it was built at Buckler’s Hard in 1781, one of three naval ships built here that fought at Trafalgar.

THE HIKE TO LUNCH

quietly and you may see a Kingfisher on the branches overhanging the water’s edge. It is an easy two-mile walk along a gravel path. The reward at the end? The Master Builder’s is a cosy hotel with bar attached. The restaurant looks out over gardens to the river and you can while away some happy hours before hitting the path home to Beaulieu. Hops choice: the steak, ale & kidney suet pastry pudding, followed by the lemon tart. The Sunday lunch at £19.95 for two courses is a popular choice.

If you partook of the full English above you might consider a scenic stroll along the riverbank to Bucklers Hard, part of the Beaulieu Estate. This unspoilt river is still alive with the calls of Curlews and Green Shanks. Walk

I carried on by bike and passed the skeletal remains of what was once an important base for the Cistercian Monks, the Abbey at Beaulieu. The Lay Brothers based here at St Leonards and the monks keeping their fishing boats at Gins Farm, now home to the RSYC, this was quite a prize for Henry VIII to ransack during the Reformation. That darned Cromwell again; I hope you were watching Wolf Hall? The quiet road that runs along to Sowley is a great ride. With the sea to the left and farmland all around, in no time at all I whizz into East End. For those who haven’t heard of the East End Arms, its claim to fame firstly is that it serves above average pub food and secondly that it is owned by bass guitarist

Beaulieu is home to the hugely popular Beaulieu Boat Jumble, but there is so much more for visitors to explore in this beautiful part of the country from the maritime museum to the Beaulieu River and woodland walks. The East End Arms, owned by bass guitarist John Illsley

John Illsley, who played for Dire Straits. He owns the George at Yarmouth as well as this warm hearted pub. The cosy dining room has a log fire burning and some great black and white photos on the walls and some classic portraits by David Bailey.

FOR DINNER

Luckily for me a bunch of regular diners came in just after me and nearly left the building when they saw that the fishcakes weren’t on and the treacle tart had gone. But John is a convivial guy and had soon checked with the chef who pulled forward some haddock and chive fishcakes that he had made for that evening and a new treacle tart – it was divine! Short pastry, just the right depth of golden goo and a tickle of lemon on the taste buds, but not too much – superb with their homemade vanilla ice cream.

THE BIKE

Hops choice: It has to be the beer battered fish & chips for me, this time Whiting, with crisp calamari to start, with a paprika mayonnaise. The fish white and flaky, just perfectly cooked. And for dessert – the treacle tart. Total with drinks £31. Now to the wine list. We already know that Ringwood Best and 49er are on tap and very well kept, as is the Thatchers, but the wine list has been selected by a local girl Helen McGinn, of some fame. You may have heard of the Knackered Mother’s Wine Club blog. Now Helen’s book has been published or follow her blog or on twitter @knackeredmutha.

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It’s opening this year. What better place to set up a hands-on facility than here at Buckler’s Hard. The students will work with large sections of timber, using pit saws,

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Mylor Yacht Harbour Mylor Churchtown, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 5UF Call: 01326 372 121 Email: enquiries@mylor.com Web: www.mylor.com

MYLOR Yacht Harbour with its contemporary marina, boatyard, eateries and clustered cottages combines stateof-the-art facilities with an illustrious maritime history, all set at the heart of one of the world’s most beautiful and sheltered waterways – the Carrick Roads on the south Cornish coast. Its understated elegance provides the peaceful haven for luxury yachts and fishing craft, transatlantic voyagers and day cruisers as well as a keenly competitive racing community. Visiting yachtsmen and women find a friendly welcome from the marina staff and expertise on-hand from Mylor’s

Marine Team of comprehensive boatyard specialists where all mechanical and service requirements are catered for. Mylor is secluded and tranquil yet it is a short hop across the water to the bustle of the historic Port of Falmouth or the glorious coast, coves, inlets and beaches of St Mawes and the Helford River. Two hundred years ago, in the great days of sail, Mylor was England’s smallest naval dockyard in one of the world’s most strategic ports. With consistent investment through the last 20 years it is now one of the South West’s busiest boatyards and marinas with first class pontoon berths and safe moorings anchored in some of the country’s finest sailing waters.

FACILITIES

THE waters off Mylor Yacht Harbour have been beloved of an international yachting community since the 1960s and the great Sir Ben Ainslie learned to sail here as a boy. In 1997 the new owners of the harbour, Roger and Dinah Graffy, set about a £5 million investment programme which would match the fabric and infrastructure of this Cornish gem to its sublime natural environment. Their vision has enabled the creation of a modern marina and onshore facilities, securing the preservation of the historic buildings, landscape and working traditions for future generations. Recent shore-side development has seen the building of a new yacht club, café and shops, shower blocks and a new marina office – along with the demolition of the dilapidated old yacht club in order to save and protect the Grade II Listed Quay on which it stood. Mylor’s boatyard thrives and expands with its Marine Team of master craftsmen and technicians with the expertise to match any vessel – ancient or modern –

from re-building or restoring the sleekest of classic yachts to the complete refurbishment of Cornish fishing boats. It is the only yard in recent years to build new, wooden Sunbeam classics – on exactly the same lines as their 90-year-old sisters – which race together as one of the most competitive fleets in the country. Mylor can accommodate boats up to 70ft and a maximum of a 3m draft, with 180 marina berths and 250 swinging moorings. Mylor’s boat hoist has the capacity to lift 35 tonnes and there is also a private slipway for use by Mylor Yacht Harbour as well as a public slipway. Berth holders have access to discounted fuel – petrol and diesel - as well as the modern shower block, electricity and water supply and use of the water taxi service. They can also take advantage of discounted stays in Mylor’s luxury self-catering holiday properties – Mylor Harbourside Holidays – and they have free shore storage, free parking and membership to Transeurope marinas. In addition, visiting yachts are a stone’s throw from the excellent onsite Café Mylor and Castaways restaurant with its emphasis on local produce including locally caught fish and seafood.

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LOCATION

To get to Mylor Yacht Harbour by road follow the A30 to Carland Cross then the A39 to Truro. Follow the signs to Falmouth on the A39/A390, turning off to the left at Perranarworthal, just after the Norway Inn Public house (on the right). Follow the brown signs through Mylor Bridge to Mylor Yacht Harbour, taking care on the one small road coming into the harbour as there may be heavy lorries or machinery about. There are car parks on site. If you lose your way you can call the Mylor Yacht Harbour office on 01326 372 121 and staff will guide you in over the phone or alternatively a friendly local can point you in the right direction. One of Mylor’s great attractions is its secluded location and as such car,

ON SITE

Mylor Chandlery and Rigging are based on site at the harbour, below the main reception office. There is also Mylor’s parts showroom which stocks service items, oil and engines. Mylor Yacht Harbour is a certified Yanmar dealer along with many other leading marine brands including Vetus, Perkins and Suzuki and has just

LOCAL AREA

At Mylor Yacht Harbour you are right on the South West Coast Path and taking the beautiful coastline walk to Trefusis Point, round to Flushing gives views to St Mawes and Pendennis Castles, Falmouth Docks and Pendennis Shipyard, the National Maritime Museum Cornwall and the town of Falmouth. Looking out over the third deepest natural harbour in the world you get an idea of the immense wealth

taxi or bike (if you’re good on hills) are the best means of road transport in and out of the Harbour. But better still are the Falmouth water taxi services and Fal River ferry links, which can transport you across the water in any direction you wish. Any questions – just pop in to the Mylor Yacht Harbour office and ask.

ACCESS

Mylor is situated on the western shore of the Falmouth Estuary, commonly known as Carrick Roads. As you pass St Anthony Lighthouse and the large Black Rock marker at the entrance to the Carrick Roads you will see St Mawes on your starboard side and Falmouth and the Docks to port. Continue heading north up the Carrick Roads following the channel markers to stay in deep water. When

won Suzuki’s Aftersales Dealer of the Year award. Mylor Stores, located a mile away, is well stocked. For those looking for the larger supermarkets, Lidl, Sainsbury and Tesco are a short car ride away in Penryn and Falmouth. You can also have your online shopping order delivered direct to the harbour with www. cornishfoodmarket.co.uk.

of natural history, geography and geology that put Falmouth on the world maritime map. The National Maritime Museum and Pendennis Castle are both well worth a visit, as are St Mawes and its castle. Some of the country’s greatest gardens are close by too, with two fine sub-tropical ravine gardens created 200 years ago by the Fox family at Trebah and Glendurgan on the Helford or up towards Truro at Trelissick House.

“The waters off Mylor Yacht Harbour have been beloved of an international yachting community since the 1960s and the great Sir Ben Ainslie learned to sail here as a boy.” CRUISING

The waterways of the Carrick Roads and the coast around Falmouth Bay to Helford or past St Anthony Lighthouse to Porthscatho and beyond provide glorious, unspoilt sailing and scenery to rival anywhere in the world. Entering the harbour between King Henry VIII’s twin castles of Pendennis and St Mawes is a sight in itself. There are any number of day explorations around the Carrick Roads, the Fal and the Truro River including an un-missable trip past elegant St Mawes and Place House leading to the secret Percuil River. On a rising tide head up the Truro River as far as Malpas, past Trelissick House and the King Harry Ferry, with ancient oaks growing down to the water and barely a building to be seen in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

adjacent to St Just on your starboard side, turn to port and head due west straight for the Mylor channel markers at the edge of the moorings. Follow the marked fairway through the moorings and you will arrive at the entrance of the marina. The visitors’ pontoon is called E pontoon and is clearly signposted, surrounding the eastern side of the marina. Water, electricity and fuel are all available on this pontoon. The marina and moorings never dry and the marina and fairway are dredged to 2m below Chart Datum. If you have a draft of over 2m please take extra care on your approach to Mylor at low water. When nearing arrival contact Mylor Yacht Harbour’s marina on VHF Ch 37/80 and directions of where to go will be provided.

Falmouth Bay and the Helford River can be explored in a day – even as far as Daphne du Maurier’s ‘Frenchman’s Creek’. But to pick up a visitor’s mooring for an overnight stay is magical – think Cote d’Azure before the crowds arrived. For a weekend cruise Fowey is equally mesmerising and packed with historical and literary interest - or make a grand entry into Plymouth Sound. For a longer adventure both France and the Isles of Scilly are well within reach – and even the Channel Islands and southern Ireland. Clearly, up-to-date charts and tech are a must – these are rocky and spectacular shores. While the south coast is relatively protected, as soon as you head past the Lizard and Land’s End you will find significant wind and swell from the south west.

LOCAL EATERIES

Visiting sailors do not have to go far for great food and atmosphere – Café Mylor, Castaways Bistro & Restaurant and Mylor Yacht Club are just up the gangway from the pontoons. Nearby Falmouth is a buzzing hub of maritime and student activity with an enviable choice of eateries, pubs and clubs – from the quirky Dolly’s and Harbour Lights Fish & Chip Restaurant to the Wheelhouse and Oliver’s. Nearer still is The Waterside on Flushing Quay, the Lemon Arms at Mylor Bridge (both an easy leg stretch around the headland or up river) or the famous Pandora Inn.

THINGS TO DO

Originally the most westerly Naval Dockyard and victualing station in England, then home to HMS Ganges and the Packet Ships and centre for the French Resistance during the Second World War, Mylor is now home to the last fleet of Oystermen working solely under sail and oar. It is also a renowned haven for water-lovers of all types. In 1805 the British Admiralty developed the site as a Royal Naval dockyard and from 1835 Royal Mail Packet Ships were maintained here. Many of the buildings at Mylor date back to this period and the current Harbourside holiday properties were originally their hospital.

In 1866 HMS Ganges was moored at Mylor and used as a training ship for cadets. During this time and into the early 1900s the harbour served as a service yard for watering and victualing ships. During the Second World War, American Navy personnel were stationed here to work on landing craft used in the D-Day landings. The harbour also served as a secret base for Free French Resistance fighters, from which they made undercover forays into occupied France. As such Mylor is a place where past meets present – a modern marine haven and working harbour which dates back over 200 years.

PERSONAL RECOMMENDATIONS

Nicholas and Caroline Johnson are recent arrivals on the pontoons with their boat Scuba: “Suddenly boat life has become so much simpler. The need for complex and separate arrangements for moorings, boat launching and lifting, boat, engine, trailer and tender maintenance, boat repairs and spare parts, has miraculously vanished. All these services are now available to us in the marina. The Marine Team are friendly and communicative and we’ve found the workshop and lifting services to be helpful and efficient. Convenient parking, fuel and water (and coffee from Café Mylor) allow us so much more time afloat. This lovely location gives immediate access up the Fal to King Harry Ferry and beyond, or we turn seawards into Carrick Roads, via Falmouth, St Mawes, and out into Falmouth Bay.”

n Fal River ferry links www.falriver.co.uk/getting-about n Falmouth water taxi services www.falmouthwatertaxi.co.uk/fwt n Trelissick House www.trelissick.com n Glendurgan www.nationaltrust.org. uk/glendurgan-garden n Trebah www.trebahgarden.co.uk n St Mawes and its castle www.english-heritage.org.uk/ daysout/properties/st-mawes-castle n Pendennis Castle www.englishheritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/ pendennis-castle n National Maritime Museum www. nmmc.co.uk

n South West Coast Path www.southwestcoastpath.com n Mylor Chandlery and Rigging www.mylorchandlery.co.uk n Café Mylor www.cafemylor.com n Castaways Bistro & Restaurant www.castawaysmylor.com n Mylor Yacht Club www.myloryachtclub.org.uk n Dolly’s www.dollysbar.co.uk n Harbour Lights Fish & Chip Restaurant www.harbourlights.co.uk n Oliver’s www.oliversfalmouth.com n The Waterside on Flushing Quay watersideflushing.moonfruit.com n Pandora Inn www.pandorainn.com

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

27. 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

28. UNIVERSAL MARINA Crableck Lane, Sarisbury Green, Hampshire. SO31 7ZN T: 01489 574272 VHF: 80 E: info@universalmarina.co.uk W: www.universalmarina.co.uk 29. 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 30. 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 31. 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 32. PREMIER MARINAS GOSPORT Mumby Road , Gosport, Hampshire. PO12 1AH T: 023 9252 4811 F: 023 9258 9541 E: gosport@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com NEW DRY STACK FOR BOATS, 4.5 – 10M! 33. ROYAL CLARENCE MARINA The Bridgehead, Weevil Lane, Gosport, Hampshire. PO12 1AX T: 023 9252 3523 F: 023 9252 3523 E: info@royalclarencemarina.org W: www.royalclarencemarina.org 34. 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 35. PREMIER MARINAS SOUTHSEA Fort Cumberland Road Portsmouth, Hampshire. PO4 9RJ T: 023 9282 2719 F: 023 9282 2220 E: southsea@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com

36. GUNWHARF QUAYS MARINA Manager: Chris Beech (operations manager) Gunwharf Quays Marina office. Gunwharf Quays. Portsmouth. Hampshire PO1 3TZ T: 02392 836732 F: 02392 836704 VHF: Channel 80 E: marina@gunwharf-quays.com W: www.gunwharf-quays.com

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37. COWES YACHT HAVEN Manager: Ben Ferris Vectis Yard, High Street, Cowes, PO31 7BD T: (0)1983 299975 F: (0)1983 200332 E: berthing@cowesyachthaven.com W: www.cowesyachthaven.com VHF: Channel 80 38. 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 39. SHEPARDS WHARF MARINA Manager – Jock Rafferty Medina Road, Cowes, Isle of Wight , PO31 7HT T: 01983 297821 F: 01983 294814 E: shepards.chc@cowes.co.uk W: www.shepardswharfmarina.co.uk VHF: Channel 80 Call sign: Shepards Wharf Marina

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40. NORTHNEY MARINA Manager: Kerry Marriott 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 41. SPARKES MARINA Manager: Kerry Marriott 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 42. EMSWORTH YACHT HARBOUR Manager: Neil Brooke Thorney Road, Emsworth, Hants, PO10 8BP T: 01243 377727 F: 01243 373432 E: info@emsworth-marina.co.uk W: www.emsworth-marina.co.uk 43. BIRDHAM POOL MARINA Birdham, Chichester, West Sussex. PO20 7BG T: 01243 512310 F: 01243 513163 E: info@birdhampool.co.uk W: www.birdhampool.co.uk

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56. LOWESTOFT HAVEN MARINA Manager: Bob Beare 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

51. CHATHAM MARITIME MARINA Manager: Trevor Barnes The Lock Building, Leviathan Way Chatham Maritime, Kent. ME4 4LP T: 01634 899200 F: 01634 899201 E: chatham@mdlmarinas.co.uk www.chathammaritimemarina.co.uk

57. FOX’S MARINA & BOATYARD Marina Manager: John Jonas Fox’s Marina, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 8SA T: +44 1473 689111 F: +44 1473 601737 E: foxs@foxsmarina.com W: www.foxsmarina.com VHF: Channel 80

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53. WINDSOR MARINA Manager: Alastair Hand Maidenhead Road, Windsor, Berkshire. SL4 5TZ T: 01753 853911 F: 01753 868195 E: windsor@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.windsormarina.co.uk 54. BRAY MARINA Manager: Alastair Hand Monkey Island Lane, Bray, Berkshire. SL6 2EB T: 01628 623654 F: 01628 773485 E: bray@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.braymarina.co.uk

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55. 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

44. PREMIER MARINAS CHICHESTER Birdham (Chichester Harbour) West Sussex. PO20 7EJ T: 01243 512731 E: chichester@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com SMALL BOATS WELCOME 45. LITTLEHAMPTON MARINA Berthing Manager: Darren Humphries Ferry Road, Littlehampton,West Sussex, BN17 5DS T: 01903 713553 F: 01903 732264 E: sales@littlehamptonmarina.co.uk www.littlehamptonmarina.co.uk 46. 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

ESSEX

58. FAMBRIDGE YACHT HAVEN Manager: Danyal Adams Chelmsford, CM3 6LU T: 01621 740370 E: fambridge@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com

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59. ST OLAVES MARINA Contact: Rona Sporle Beccles Road, Norfolk. NR31 9HX. T: 01493 488500 E: enquiries@stolavesmarina.co.uk W: www.stolavesmarina.co.uk

WALES

60. CARDIFF MARINA Manager: Rob Freemantle Watkiss Way, Cardiff. CF11 0SY T: 02920 396078 F: 02920 345116 E: info@themarinegroup.co.uk W: www.themarinegroup.co.uk Dry stack for boats up to 30’ 61. MILFORD MARINA Manager or contact: Eira Griffiths Marina Control, Cleddau House, Milford Marina, Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire SA73 3AF Tel: 01646 796516 E: enquiries@milfordmarina.com W: www.milfordmarina.com VHF: Pierhead CH14, Marina Control CH37

47. PREMIER MARINAS BRIGHTON West Jetty, Brighton, East Sussex. BN2 5UP T: 01273 819919 F: 01273 675082 E: brighton@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com 48. PREMIER MARINAS EASTBOURNE Sovereign Harbour, North Lockside, Pacific Drive, Eastbourne. BN23 5BJ T: 01323 470099 F: 01323 470077 sovereignharbour@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com SMALL BOATS WELCOME 49. DOVER MARINA Harbour House, Marine Parade Dover, Kent. CT17 9BU T: 01304 241663 E: marina@doverport.co.uk W: www.doverport.co.uk

62. CONWY MARINA Conwy, LL32 8EP T: 01492 593000 E: Conwy@quaymarinas.com W: www.quaymarinas.com 63. DEGANWY MARINA Manager – Jon Roberts Deganwy, Conwy LL31 9DJ T: 01492 576888 F: 01492 580066 E: Deganwy@quaymarinas.com W: www.quaymarinas.com 64. PENARTH MARINA Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan CF64 1TQ T: 02920 705021 F: 02920 712170 E: penarthoffice@quaymarinas.com W: www.quaymarinas.com 65. NEYLAND YACHT HAVEN Manager: James Cotton Brunel Quay, Pembrokeshire, SA73 1PY T: 01646 601601 E: neyland@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com

CUMBRIA

72. RHU MARINA Contact: Suzanne Bell Rhu, Helensburgh G84 8LH T: 01436 820238 F: 01436 821039 E: rhumarina@quaymarinas.com W: www.quaymarinas.com

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

73. LARGS YACHT HAVEN Manager: Carolyn Elder Irvine Road, Largs, Ayrshire, KA30 8EZ T: 01475 675333 VHF CH80 E: largs@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com

SCOTLAND

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

74. TROON YACHT HAVEN Manager: Stephen Bennie The Harbour, Troon Ayrshire, KA10 6DJ T: 01292 315553 VHF CH 80 E: troon@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com

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BRISTOL

67. PORTISHEAD MARINA Portishead, Bristol BS20 7DF T: 01275 841941 E: portisheadquays@quaymarinas. com W: www.quaymarinas.com

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HOLLAND

2. JACHTHAVEN BIESBOSCH Manager: Henk de Beer Jachthaven Biesbosch Nieuwe Jachthaven 5 4924 BA, Drimmelen, NL T: +31 (0)162 682249 E: info@jachthavenbiesbosch.nl www.jachthavenbiesbosch.nl

ITALY

3. MARINA DI STABIA Manager: Simone Lanzalone Via Alcide de Gasperi 313, Castellammare di Stabia, Bay of Naples, 80053 Italy T: (0039) 0818 716871 E: info@marinadistabia.it W: www.marinadistabia.it 4. MARINARA Manager: Daniele Lana Via Marinara 11, Marina di Ravenna, 48122 Italy T: (0039) 0544 531644 E: info@marinara.it W: www.marinara.it

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