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New chapter for Mary rose The Mary Rose has embarked upon the next stage in her long and remarkable history.

This chapter of the Mary Rose Museum will see a major transformation in the visitor experience. The walls that currently separate visitors from the ship will be replaced with glazing to provide unrestricted views of the hull from bow to stern in all nine galleries and on all three levels.

For the first time since she was raised from the Solent in 1982 visitors will also be able to share the same space as the Mary Rose, entering the upper deck through an air lock, allowing visitors to experience the full splendour and magnitude of the ship.

In order for this work to be carried out the main museum is now closed to visitors. The entrance pavilion, café and shop will remain open and there will be a small display of artefacts, original and replicas, along with a new, short film narrated by Dan Snow for visitors to see before the museum re-opens summer 2016.

The only 16th century warship on display in the world, the Mary Rose has been under-going continuous conservation since she was raised in. The hull was first sprayed with a mist of fresh chilled water and then with a water soluble wax from 1994.

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JeReMy houghton has been named the official artist in residence of Land Rover BAR. A specialist in sport and flight, houghton has an impressive background. Jeremy was an official BT Olympic Artist for London 2012 and has also spent time as artist in residence at highgrove for hRh the Prince of Wales and at Windsor Castle for hM the Queen. his interest in the America’s Cup grew out of his work at the Olympics as he explained: “My background is as a sporting artist and when I paint I work with movement, light, time and space. I did a lot of work around the 2012 Olympics and spent time in Weymouth where the sailing events were held - the light, the spray, the movement and the speed mean the artistic possibilities of sailing are endless.

“When I heard Ben Ainslie was putting together a team for the America’s Cup it was very much at the top of my list of projects.

The America’s Cup is so exciting and the sailing is immense.” he will spend one week per month at the team’s home in Portsmouth through to the America’s Cup in Bermuda in 2017, attending

Image: Harry KH / Land Rover BAR at least one of the Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series events. The paintings will also be used to help raise money for the team’s official charity, the 1851 Trust, through exhibitions and the sale of the works.

Jeremy said: “I hope that I am in some way able to get young people from lots of different backgrounds into sailing and help show them that it can be about design and technology and science as well as the actual act of sailing.”

Scott takeS crown with day to Spare froM paGe oNe: A dominant Giles Scott extended his winning streak to 25-months at the Finn Gold Cup in Takapuna, New Zealand, defending his World Championship crown with a day and two races to spare.

Scott now becomes one of only six sailors in the 60-year history of the Finn Worlds to claim a hat-trick of victories, with Sir Ben Ainslie, whose Olympic title Scott is hoping to keep in British hands this year, the only man with more Gold Cup wins.

Giles, who adds this 2015 Worlds victory to his successes in the 2011 and 2014 editions, said: “The last couple of months have been tricky to manage

because we have been testing these new boats that have just come out, so to be able to come here and show good form and win with a couple of races to go is great and I could not really ask for more than that.

Scott not only has his sights on Rio glory this year but also in making a further dent towards his America’s Cup boss Ainslie’s six-win Finn Gold Cup record.

“This event holds a huge amount of history and heritage to it and it is certainly a regatta that everyone wants to win. To be lucky enough to win it three times is great. There is another one before the Games so hopefully it is not my last Gold Cup win!”

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ALL ABOARD SEVEN HOUR CHRISTMAS DAY RESCUE

By Jane Hyde

WELCOME to the first issue of All at Sea in 2016 and it is a packed one with all your favourites plus a couple of special features to get the year started in style.

We are lucky enough in this country to have an amazing number of boat shows and events throughout the year including the hugely popular London and Southampton Boat Shows.

So 2016 kicks off with the London Boat Show which, as always, has some very interesting boats making their debut along with lots of cool kit for the new season. There are many attractions to see during your visit and so our special preview guide on page 20 will make essential reading before you head to ExCel. As well as boats and kits you could also check out the boating holiday exhibitors while you are at the show. Now is a great time to start planning where you plan to go this year and with so much choice out there we have put together a guide to finding the best holidays afloat.

This month, on page 14, we look at the types of holidays available and important considerations you need to think about before making your final choices. Next month we will conclude with a guide to popular destinations along with some more unusual boating holidays.

Will you be booking your holiday in August? Remember it is now officially an Olympic year and so we will all be going sport crazy in the summer. Let us hope that Giles Scott, this month’s cover story, continues his winning streak and brings home gold – following in Sir Ben Ainslie’s very illustrious footsteps.

While we will be getting behind the British team at the Olympics in August there will be plenty of other opportunities to support our sailors.

One of the most significant this year is, of course, the America’s Cup World Series.

Before returning to the UK in July, the Series continues in February in Muscat, Oman. I am sure Sir Ben and his team are working hard for a great result to keep them in contention for the Cup. On a completely different note I went to Brick, a LEGO show, in London with my children. We were amazed by the LEGO creations on show and could not resist sharing a few of the nautical displays with you below.

Check out the All at Sea Facebook page for more pictures. If you, or your family, has any marine LEGO builds you would like to share send in the photos or post them on our Facebook page.

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FISHGUARD’S RNLI crew had a dramatic end to their Christmas Day celebrations after being called out to assist a yacht making its way from Porthmadog to Cardiff.

The two yachtsmen on board the 30ft yacht found themselves failing to make headway in the demanding sea conditions.

Fishguard RNLI’s all-weather lifeboat launched at 4.00pm and located the yacht 35 miles north-north-east of Fishguard. Attempts were made to attach a towline but the dark and appalling conditions rendered this impossible as the two yachtsmen were incapacitated and unable to assist the lifeboat crew.

Volunteer crewman Ben John, the hero of the day, was transferred onto the yacht and managed to establish the towline onto the bow of the heaving yacht and the lifeboat then commenced the tow towards the coast in the hope of obtaining a degree of shelter from the worsening conditions.

The RNLI lifeboat Blue Peter VII at an open day in Fishguard.

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By now it was near 8.00pm and the seas were very rough with 50 knot wind strengths. As the stricken yacht began to take on water the decision was made to head for Newquay harbour with assistance from Newquay RNLI. The Fishguard crew finally made it home at 11.00pm.

Coxswain Paul Butler said: “The crew train and train and never fail to come up with the goods when required. This Christmas Day they were exceptional in very demanding conditions. I would like to thank our Newquay colleagues for their invaluable assistance and support.”

Museum welcomes WWII motorboat

FROM rescuing fallen airmen in the Second World War, to a much-loved ferry service, Rescue Motor Launch 497 is now a museum treasure, joining the National Museum of the Royal Navy.

RML 497 served with the 62nd ML Flotilla at Portland until January 1944. She then undertook anti-submarine target towing duties, in Kirkwall, before being sent to Appledore. She joined the 69th ML Flotilla at Felixstowe.

She was involved in a commando raid on the Channel Isles following D-Day. RML 497 played an active part during

the Second World War rescuing downed airmen including other difficult and sometimes secretive roles.

RML 497 was sold off after the war in 1947 and entered service with the Western Lady Ferry between Brixham and Torquay as Western Lady III. During 2007 Western Lady III left South Devon but returned in 2009 when she was purchased by Greenway Ferry to once again grace the waters of Torbay and Dartmouth, carrying many thousands of passengers.

She was renamed Fairmile and in 2013 was returned to her wartime colours.

A Heritage Lottery Fund grant of £90,600 was secured for the project, with both the NMRN and the Coastal Forces Heritage Trust raising £5,000 each.

Stuart McLeod, Head of HLF South East, said: “These vessels’ daring missions is a little-known part of the UK’s naval history.

Thanks to National Lottery players, this investment will bring the best surviving example of a Fairmile to Portsmouth, creating an exciting new attraction for the Historic Dockyard and ensuring the contribution of those who worked on this vessel is much better known.”

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LMAX Exchange crossed the line ahead of the other 11 competitors in the toughest Clipper race so far sailing 2,088nm from Albany to Sydney with winds gusting up to 50 knots and lumpy sea conditions creating an exhilarating and challenging race to the end. GREAT Britain took second followed by Garmin.

LMAX Exchange took the maximum 17 points available by also winning the Ocean Sprint (an extra two points) and Scoring Gate (an extra three points) and regained its overall lead in the Clipper 2015-16 Race.

GREAT Britain Skipper Peter Thornton said: “It was a tough race and I am very pleased with the boat and crew. 12 hours ago I was getting very stressed and was thinking I could not get the boat to go any faster, and a couple of things changed, and it shows that you can

never give up. We just pipped Ash and his Garmin crew at the end.

GREAT Britain crew member and former Olympic Sprinter Abi Oyepitan said Race 4 was the toughest thing she had ever done in her life.

“I’m really pleased to be here but I am feeling really tired - it was really hard. The Southern Ocean was something else. It was treacherous actually and really, really hard work. It was constant with massive swells, massive winds. We heeled over a lot of the time and it was hard going, a real challenge. I think it was the hardest thing I have ever done actually, physically and mentally.“ Derry~Londonderry~Doire lead the overall standings followed by LMAX Exchange and GREAT Britain.

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NEWS IN BRIEF SOLO PACIFIC ROW

John Beeden has joined a small group of people to have successfully rowed across the Pacific Ocean. After leaving San Francisco in June he arrived in Cairns, Australia in late December having rowed for an average 15 hours a day for 209 days. He previously rowed across the Atlantic four years ago.

THE FORCE AWAKENS

AS Star Wars fever sweeps the country, some famous characters have been spotted in some unusual locations. Star Wars stormtroopers were seen surfing the last big bore of the year on the River Severn. The elite soldiers of the Galactic Empire swapped enforcing the New Order for the waters of Gloucestershire. It is thought scenes from Star Wars: Episode VII The Force Awakens were filmed in nearby Puzzlewood, in the Forest of Dean.

STEIN AT SALTERNS

Rick Stein has opened a waterfront restaurant in Sandbanks’ Salterns Marina. With views across the water, visitors can enjoy a casual lunch with classic dishes such as crab salads and moules marinière, alongside seafood dishes including dover sole meunière, turbot hollandaise and fruits de mer. Although the restaurant has taken bookings as far ahead as September, bookings can also be taken online at https:// www.rickstein.com/eat-with-us/ rick-stein-sandbanks/

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WHALE SHARK FLOTILLA Mauri Pro and Sunsail have launched the first ever whale shark migration and dive flotilla, from 21 - 28 May, in the beautiful waters of Belize. A dive master will join the crew who will lead, when the whale sharks are not in the area, dives and snorkelling tours in the reefs around Belize. the flotilla costs from £3,705 for a four-cabin Sunsail 44 (sleeps up to 10 people). mauripro.com / sunsail.co.uk/

LONDON TO RIO

On 16 January a mixed team of four will embark on a world record journey to travel from london to Rio using just man and women power to carry them 6,700 miles to the Brazilian Olympic host city.

As a team of four, Johnny Keevil 31, Jake Heath 29, Mel Parker 28 and Susannah Cass 27, will carry the legacy of the london 2012 Olympics Games to Brazil in aid of the charity MacMillian. Supported by the Ocean Rowing Society, this is a route no other man or women has completed, and the team, if successful, are set to create world records for a new route, a mixed crew and four man team.

ONBOARD SUCCESS

After competing in the RYA Zone and Home Country Championships 11 young sailors have been awarded boats and windsurfers (five toppers and six Bic techno windsurf boards) thanks to the John Merricks Sailing trust, the official charity partner of the RYA OnBoard programme. JMSt seeks to help young sailors and youth sailing organisations to achieve their goals and was set up in the memory of Olympic sailor and 1996 Olympic silver medallist John Merricks.

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DIY Moth heaDs to BerMuDa

Following last month’s Moth boat build story James Sainsbury and LunaSea have been sailing in the clear waters of Bermuda as part of the international Moth Championships, racing against not only Olympic sailors but also America’s Cup sailors.

Grafham Water Centre’s Chief Instructor, James is still smiling from ear to ear having returned from the week’s long sailing in the beautiful waters of Bermuda.

With some interesting weather conditions to contend with, James and LunaSea had an exciting regatta, with some good finishes through the week. Various parts of the boat were broken and put back together, but with the kind generosity of fellow sailors James was able to carry on and finish the regatta in a respectable 50th place.

This time a year ago LunaSea was still being built in James’ front room, so it is quite an achievement.

Whilst James waits for his pride and joy to return to UK shores, there is already a list growing daily of repairs and alterations to be made in readiness for the season ahead.

GREAT Britain claimed gold on the final day of the Para World Sailing Championships in Melbourne with John Robertson, Hannah Stodel (read more from Hannah on page 24) and Steve Thomas closing out a hard-fought victory in the Sonar class.

The three-time Paralympians had had a long wait for their World Championship hat-trick, having last claimed Worlds golds back in 2005 and 2006.

The trio’s last World Championship medal – a bronze – came three years ago, and with their eyes on selection for a fourth Paralympic Games at Rio, Steve Thomas said the victory in Melbourne has provided a timely confidence boost.

“We sat down and said we wanted to win a gold medal at the Worlds and we have delivered on that. Selection is still in the balance but hopefully we have done enough for that, and we are a strong unit.”

Elsewhere in the Sonar fleet, Craig Wood, Steve Palmer and Liam Cattermole finished their regatta in 12th.

The Sonar team’s gold added to the silver already secured by SKUD duo Alexandra Rickham and Niki Birrell. The Paralympic bronze medallists had an unassailable points margin over the third-placed Italian team, with the host’s 2012 gold medallists and defending World Champions Dan Fitzgibbon and Liesl Tesch wrapping up overall victory in the two-person event with a day to spare.

In the 2.4mR fleet, Paralympic Champion Helena Lucas sailed a great final race to come close to upsetting the podium positions, missing out on bronze by just two points.

Sonar crew John Robertson, Hannah Stodel and Steve Thomas celebrate. Image: Teri Dodds

Redevelopment in East Cowes BOSKALIS Westminster have finished the rock armouring on the Cowes Breakwater.

The removal of surplus gravel material has been delayed due to the requirement for contractors to obtain a new MMO consent for its removal and disposal. In the meantime the breakwater Exclusion Zone continues to remain in force.

The new harbour tidal model, commissioned by CHC from ABPmer, will now be utilised to optimise the next

phases of planned harbour infrastructure, the Shrape extension and new Eastern Channel dredge.

Initial sedimentation surveys have been carried out to help give an improved understanding of the Cowes Harbour baseline sedimentation budget.

In further news, the developers of the new Victoria Marina waterfront in East Cowes have begun preparations for the start of the project following the recent

completion of the new outer breakwater.

The long-planned redevelopment of the former GKN Aerospace site and the waterfront to the north of the Red Funnel terminal is one of the major remaining pieces in the £200m East Cowes Masterplan incorporating part of the Solent Gateways project.

The project has been made possible by the completion of the outer breakwater, and will comprise a new marina and

major shoreside development, to be named Victoria Quay in recognition of the area’s historic royal connections.

The plans include renovation, conversion and new-build works. This will see the creation of new residential and hospitality properties alongside the regeneration of the Columbine Building and Victoria Barracks, arranged around the new marina and within an extensively landscaped setting.

Under the plans for the Victoria Quay development, the Columbine Building – famous for sporting the world’s largest Union Jack – will undergo a phased refurbishment and will house a variety of marine-based operations under the overall tenancy of Camper and Nicholsons Marinas. It will also provide office space for a number of other local and international businesses.

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NEWS IN BRIEF PROP DONATION

AJS technical Services donated a Prop Deflector to the Mundesley lifeboat on the north Norfolk coast. Andrew Sims, MD of AJS, said. “I admire the work that the independent lifeboat crews do on very small budgets. the Mundesley flood rescue boat covers the area around my property in Walcott, which was badly damaged during the last major sea surge. We are grateful for the dedication of the team from Mundesley lifeboat and hope this practical donation serves them well in the future.” turn to page 17 for prop advice from Andrew. www.mundersleylifeboat.co.uk / www.prop-deflector.com / www.ajs-t-s.com

SOLITAIRE DU FIGARO

the 47th edition of the Solitaire du Figaro will start from Deauville, France on 19 June. the course will span 1,525nm between four european host venues – Deauville, Cowes, Paimpol and la Rochelle.

For the first time in race history, the Solitaire du Figaro will have a stopover on the Isle of Wight.

PORTSMOUTH DREDGE

the Portsmouth Capital Dredge programme has started and will continue until late summer 2016 in order to cater for the Royal Navies new carrier HMS Queen elizebeth. the first phase of the work is to remove seabed obstructions by use of various vessels and includes diving operations. Harbour control will keep mariners informed of the latest position and any changes to traffic management plans and mariners are to keep 75m clear of the working craft.

Series hat trick for McMillan lONDON ON-Water Located at st. Katharine docks, the LOndOn On-WATer Yacht & Boat show is set to take place from 4 - 7 May. Held for the first time in 2015 as the on-water element of The London Yacht, Jet & Prestige Car show, it has been extended and rebranded as LOndOn On-WATer. It will be held at the same time as Prestige London and the London Yacht, Jet & Prestige Car show a short walk away in Old Billingsgate.

AFTer 28 close-fought races that saw multiple crashes and a spectacular capsize on day two, British skipper Leigh McMillan made history, becoming the only skipper to win three extreme sailing series titles on the global tour in the nineyear history of the circuit.

The key to The Wave, Muscat’s success not only lies in McMillan’s experience on the helm but in the consistent performance of his crew which included British double Olympic gold medallist and current IsAF World sailor of the Year sarah Ayton, America’s Cup sailors Pete Greenhalgh and ed smyth and Omani sailor nasser Al Mashari.

Over 11 months the extreme 40 fleet battled it out in eight iconic city centre stadiums around the world, finishing up in Australia.

In glorious sunshine, against the beautiful backdrop of the sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge, the last Act of the 2015 extreme sailing

TAKE THE CHALLENGE

entry is now open for the iconic Round Hayling Island Challenge 2016, which will take place on 25 March at Hayling Island Sailing Club. Now in its 36th year, the challenge encompasses three disciplines: Windsurfing, SUP and Outrigger Canoes. Competitors can choose to complete a four-mile challenge, nine-mile challenge or the full Round Hayling Island 14 mile course. there is a route to suit all abilities and you can even hire a SUP for the event from the SUP Company. http://hayling.sailracer.org

series™ lived up to the expectations. Thousands of spectators lined the shore to watch the fleet battle it out, just metres from the shoreline.

In addition to the two trophies Leigh McMillan and his team on The Wave, Muscat collected for the Act and series, the British skipper was also presented with the Land rover Above and Beyond Award for his outstanding performance this year and three series titles.

“We live for days like today, it was absolutely awesome,” said McMillan. “It means so much to me, I just feel so chuffed about the way it has gone. sailing with the team and building those relationships has been incredible.”

The sydney Act and the end of the 2015 season saw the extreme sailing series bid farewell to the extreme 40 catamarans as 2016 will see a new era with the GC23 hydro-foiling catamaran as the weapon of choice.

Olympic sailOr’s battle BrITIsH sailing Team’s 470 Olympic campaigner elliot Willis has been diagnosed with bowel cancer.

Willis, 32, campaigns alongside 2012 silver medallist Luke Patience, with the world number two-ranked pair among the first athletes to be selected in Team GB for the rio 2016 Games.

The two-time World Champion in the doublehanded Olympic 470 Class is understandably set to take some time out of the boat.

The longer term impact on his and Patience’s 470 campaign for rio will be assessed in due course depending on the treatment that elliot receives. elliot said: “Clearly it is pretty shocking news to receive, as I am sure anyone who has been

DOGS ON THE RIVER

A maritime operation on the thames has signalled the start of major work to clean up london’s iconic river. two boats - Shake Dog and Bull Dog - have pushed a barge supporting a crane into position near Blackfriars Bridge to allow work to start on a new pier in preparation for construction of the long-awaited super sewer. the 25km tunnel will tackle the pollution of the tens of millions of tonnes of sewage overflowing into the tidal River thames every year.

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The show will feature two key areas. In addition to a collection of the new yachts and powerboats, st. Katharine docks will host a marketplace of pre-owned boats for sale from 10m to 40m. superyacht berths capable of handling the largest super yachts have also been reserved on the river Thames, immediately next to Tower Bridge. www.londononwater.com

Hundreds of jobs were lost when Fairline Boats went into administration just a few months after being acquired by the private equity firm Wessex Bristol. Wessex Bristol also owns the sports boat brand Fletcher Boats. restructuring firm FrP Advisory were appointed joint administrators to Fairline and laid off around 380 workers. The remaining staff of 69 are staying on to complete the boats on the production line - at least three unfinished models are believed to be in progress - but their jobs are at risk if a buyer is not found.

There may be some good news for some of those who have lost their jobs. sunseeker is looking to expand its workforce this year.

Phil Popham, CeO, said: “With the introduction of a number of new boat lines in 2016 we are now looking to recruit up to 100 new skilled staff to support future growth. The vacancies we have created include many similar roles to those at Fairline Boats – covering all construction trades.”

Fairline, founded in 1963, has two factories, in Oundle and in Corby, northamptonshire, as well as a small testing site in Ipswich. The yacht builder has had a difficult few years that saw it transition through five different CeOs.

affected by a similar thing would understand.

“It is still my dream to win Olympic gold but right now my focus and energy needs to be on getting better.” rYA Olympic Manager stephen Park: “Our overriding priority is that he receives the right and appropriate levels of treatment for the condition to ensure the fullest chance of recovery, and we will offer him every support we can in this regard. “elliot and Luke have made great progress to date in their campaign towards rio – we are conscious of the need to keep that momentum going as far as possible. While we will need to work with Luke to find another crew for him to sail with for the time being, we hope elliot can still be involved should his recovery allow.”

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NEWS IN BRIEF DORSET’S FESTIVAL

In March Dorset will welcome a maritime literary festival during which visitors will meet Britain’s best maritime authors and hear about the challenges they have met, the achievements of others they have described or created and the practical seafaring guidance they have offered. the historic harbour of Weymouth will host the event from 12 – 13 March. www. weymouthleviathan.org.uk

CREWSAVER DISCOUNTS

the RYA has announced a new partnership with Crewsaver that will see RYA members benefit from exclusive discounts on Crewsaver’s Phase2 Dinghy Range. Members will enjoy 20 per cent off the entire Phase 2 Dinghy range, while Gold and Instructor members will benefit from a 25 per cent discount across the range. www.rya.org.uk

HEAD TO HORNING

Plans are underway for the fourth Horning Boat Show to be held on 30 April. Horning again opens up its iconic Broadland village that includes the well-known Water Front, St Benet’s Green, the Swann Green and the Recreation Park. www.horningboatshow.co.uk

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New Superstock Team E. Marine Racing will compete in the 2016 SuperStock UK championships and will carry the Help for Heroes name. Crewed

by Bournemouth-based brothers Lee and Glynn Norvall, the E. Marine boat will race at five venues around the country from May to September as part of the onedesign, offshore powerboat fleet.

The son of powerboat racer Doug Norvall, who built and raced the very first

super result FOr BuilDers

catamaran some 53 years ago, Lee had his first experience of P1 Superstock racing last year and will join Glynn this winter in a training programme on the south coast with seven-times world champion powerboat racer and now renowned instructor, Neil Holmes.

“We will prepare thoroughly for the new season and be eager to get racing,” said Lee and Glynn, “with our aims being to make a real mark on the championship and to do our bit for those who have risked their lives in the service of their country.”

The 2016 P1 SuperStock race season will commence in Scarborough in mid-May and include Grand Prix of the Sea events in Scotland, Wales and on the south coast.

Oman welcOmes the america’s cup THE Sultanate of Oman will create a rare slice of sporting history when it becomes the first country in the Middle East to host America’s Cup racing by staging the Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series Oman in February 2016.

The event will take place in Muscat from 27 - 28 February, as the curtain raiser to the 2016 season, which will be spread over six different venues around the world.

For many of the America’s Cup sailors, including Sir Ben Ainslie, the waters off the Sultanate of Oman will be familiar territory, since Muscat has been hosting high performance multihull racing every year since 2011.

Near perfect sailing conditions that consistently deliver a 10 - 15 knot breeze combined with a sunny climate and warm waters have made Oman a popular destination for many Olympic Classes that have chosen to stage their World Championships at a time of year when the weather in Europe and North America limits training opportunities.

The Americas Cup Trophy in Muscat, Oman.

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THERE are more superyachts being built around the world now than at any time since the end of the Global Financial Crisis, according to the latest Global Order Book. Following a record high of 1,008 projects under construction in 2009, the market dipped dramatically to a low of 692 in 2013. However, there are currently 755 yachts being built, up on last year’s figure of 735.

Driving the market is a 17 per cent increase on last year in the number of ‘explorer’ yachts in build (the boats designed to travel to the farthest

corners of the planet), and a strong performance for mid-size yachts, which have seen a nine per cent increase.

The biggest superyacht producer in the world remains Italy, home to three of the world’s top builders, followed by The Netherlands, Turkey, Taiwan, the US and the UK in sixth place.

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St Kilda yacht race announced IT is a remote beacon of the British Isles; a group of islands shrouded in mystery that have fascinated generations.

And, for the first time, an organised yacht race will make the windswept St Kilda island group its focus – helping to highlight the UK’s only dual World Heritage Site, recognised for both its natural and cultural significance, in what will be the 30th anniversary of it receiving the its designation in 1986.

On 10 June the gun will sound on the first ever edition of the St Kilda Challenge.

UKSA CONTINUES AT COWES

The fleet will journey over a total of more than 100nm of open sea, famed for its wildness, wildlife and unpredictability with the St Kilda archipelago as its goal.

Using the islands as their turning point, the yachts will make a rounding and then return to the finish line in the Sound of Harris.

By no means lengthy in terms of open water racing, its relatively short distance belies the significant challenges that could be faced by the vessels and crews. www.calmac.co.uk/stkilda/challenge

NEWS IN BRIEF CLASSY RS AERO

Just 18 months after its initial launch, the RS Aero Class has qualified for ‘World Sailing (ISAF) Class Status’. The official World Sailing Class status brings with it recognition at the highest level of International Sailing regulation of the class structure, rules and constitution. The class will see regional regattas being held across Europe in 2016, kicking off with the Czech Open on Lake Lipno in May. www.rsaerosailing.org

MONTEREY IS BACK

The American sportsboat brand Monterey Boats is returning to the UK after Gibbs Boat Sales was named as sole UK distributor.

VENTURE CUP

COWES Week Limited have agreed to extend UKSA’s very successful two year term as official event charity for one further year, to include the August 2016 regatta.

As part of UKSA’s involvement with the regatta, they will continue to

provide opportunities for all-comers to get afloat and experience the excitement of sailing at this iconic event.

In addition, they will be engaging with the public shore-side with a presence at one of the main exhibition sites and working closely with the local business community and event sponsors.

Cowes Week will take place from 6 – 13 August 2016. www.aamcowesweek.co.uk

When entries opened for the 2016 Venture Cup, Vector Martini were one of the first teams to sign up for this round Ireland race. With celebrity drivers Bruno Senna and David Gandy they will be one of the favourites to win the 1,000nm event, especially after such a successful 2015 which saw them break four speed records on Coniston Water and retain the Cowes-Torquay-Cowes title.

The race will start in Cork on 12 June, follow Ireland’s western and northern coastline before finishing up in Dublin on 19 June.

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THE RYA Regional Youth Champion Awards are a fantastic opportunity to recognise the achievements and performance of young people across the range of activities the RYA represents.

RYA Chief Executive Sarah Treseder said: “The RYA Regional Youth Champion Awards celebrate the talents and achievements of the many young

sailors, windsurfers and powerboaters who are achieving amazing things across the UK and we are delighted to welcome nominations.”

Nominations close on 12 January 2016. Nominees must be 18 years of age or younger on 31 December 2015. Make your nomination here: http://bit.ly/1QxL5aO

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UK Sailing League launched

RYA British Keelboat Sailing launched the first ever club keelboat fleet racing league in the UK at the Queen Mary Sailing Club.

10 teams took part in the UK Sailing League Trial Event run in partnership by the Royal Thames Yacht Club and the RYA. The UK Sailing League Trial Event is a new keelboat model that has been successively run in Germany over a number of years. The RTYC has bought into the concept and has partnered with the RYA to help launch the new enterprise. Sailing

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clubs were invited from around the UK to compete at the trial event at Queen Mary before the idea is rolled out nationally.

Nigel King, RYA Keelboat Manager said: “This new format of racing is really exciting for us and one we think will take off. The idea is to increase the numbers of sailors taking part in keelboat racing and help clubs build up a strong base of keelboat sailors. The RYA plans to work with all clubs that are keen to host events, helping them find and train race officials within their region as well as access to boats.”

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New furler design

Barton Marine’s new furler will make controlling the jib a breeze. Made of fibreglass filled nylon giving it strength and rigidity, the furler is available in two sizes to cater for sails up to six square meters or 10 square meters. The furler is easy to self-fit onto dinghies, dayboats and small cruising yachts. The line attachment is invisible to see and with the knot hidden inside the drum it stops any chance of it catching, wearing or working undone. www.bartonmarine.com

Just Teak

JUST TEAK™ is a marine grade teak deck and furniture cleaning system. It is a three staged process that begins with a Teak Cleaner to remove stains, greying surfaces and old coatings, followed by a Teak Brightener to rejuvenate the substrate. Finally a Teak Sealer is applied to give a resilient and natural finish giving full protection. It is recommended that an application is made twice a year for harsher outdoor conditions or between one and two years for less harsh conditions.

JustTeak Cleaner 1L: £13.27 (5L equivalent £35.10) JustTeak Brightener 1L: £13.27 (5L equivalent £35.10) JustTeak Sealer 1L: £44.00 (4L equivalent £124.49) www.marineindustrial.co.uk

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Garmin’s new combi units

The rescueMe MOB1 is the world’s smallest AIS Man Overboard personal locator device.

It can be kept in a pocket or attached to a lifejacket, and if the person accidentally falls overboard it automatically activates on hitting the water. The signal can be picked up by the AIS receivers of nearby vessels. £249.95 www.oceansafety.com

Garmin has a new line of chartplotter/sonar combination units. All models are preloaded with detailed Bluechart G2 charting covering the UK, Ireland and the north west coast of mainland Europe. Treating yourself to some new kit this year? The echoMAP CHIRP series is available now. £299 - £969 www.garmin.com/marine2016

Sailing boots The Alizé sailing boot has been designed to combine maximum stability and comfort. The rubber style is flexible, durable and resistant to salt water. The boot also features a fastening gaiter to lock the leg to the boot and prevent water access. The sole, developed with Michelin, has a dual tread design that prevents slipping in all directions.

Price: £150 www.lechameau.com

Thermal dinghy top The three layer breathable Thermal Dinghy Top from Gill is designed to provide additional protection during colder days out on the water.

It features a water repellent outer shell laminated to a waterproof and breathable membrane backed with a thermal micro fleece lining providing warmth and comfort.

Colour: graphite Sizes: XS – XL Price: £99 www.gillmarine.com

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The Henri Lloyd Squall Jacket been designed for marine use, but is also adaptable for casual wear.

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SAILING HOLIDAYS StARt PlANNING YOUR 2016 HOlIDAYS

Sit back, relax and start planning this year’s sailing holidays.

Dream holidays

Now is a great time to start considering where you will be sailing this year. whether planning several short breaks or the trip of a lifetime there are lots of things to think about. which country? what kind of holiday? when to go? These are all important considerations and even if you are a seasoned traveller it is worth looking at the new holidays for 2016 and the special offers that are available. You might even find somewhere you had never

WHEN TO GO ON HOLIDAY

wHEN you choose to take your holiday will not only impact on the price you pay but also where you choose to go.

The best time to visit one area is not necessarily the best time to go to another, and this will be reflected in the price. Another big factor affecting price is the school holidays.

If you do not need the best weather then choose the low season, which will also have the benefit of not being so busy.

However, families with children will have less choice, having to stick to when school is out. However this does not mean they have to go to the most popular, expensive destinations. A little research will show that there are many excellent places to holiday for all budgets.

High season is when prices will be

considered visiting before. Perhaps you would like to sail with a group; in which case it is definitely good to start now so that you can ensure everyone agrees a date and destination. However even when it is just you and your family there are plenty of decisions to make, but that is all part of the fun. when choosing your holiday there are a number of questions to answer: what, when, how and where? Let us begin with the what and when.

at their highest, but is also the busiest time. If this is when you plan to go the earlier you book the more choice you will have. However it is sometimes worth holding on for a last minute deal if you are willing to take a gamble on your destination and travel dates.

There is also the option of winter sailing.

Forget the cold and layer up and get back on-board your boat. There might be fewer boats on the water in the winter months, but it can be a great time to take a boating holiday.

The UK has some stunning locations to sail including Portavadie overlooking Loch Fyne in Scotland and the tranquillity of Lochranza on the Isle of Arran. European sailing is always an option when the winter months set in, and there are some of the most beautiful locations on water.

WHAT KIND OF HOLIDAY?

n LEARN TO SAIL – the chance to combine training with sailing in a beautiful location. Come away from your holiday with an internationally recognised certificate. n BARE BOAT YACHT CHARTER – this is the one for you if you like the freedom to explore in your own time. Choose where to go and when to get there. n CREWED YACHT CHARTER - if you want to relax on your sailing holiday or you do not have the experience to sail your own yacht, choose a crewed yacht with professional skipper and crew onboard. n SKIPPERED HOLIDAYS – take the pressure off by hiring a skipper for all or part of your holiday. Also great if you want to learn to sail. n FLOTILLA – for a more social holiday with a set route and crew support a flotilla is ideal. At the end of the day there are social events such as group BBQs and meals. n MOTORYACHT CHARTER - charter a motoryacht for total freedom to cruise on your own voyage of discovery. The motoryacht is yours for the holiday to explore the chosen cruising area at your own pace. n BEACH CLUB HOLIDAYS - relax or go active at beach clubs. The Beach Club

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holiday is often regarded as the best holiday type for the beginner sailor as all of the beach clubs have tuition facilities in a variety of watersports.

Activities include windsurfing, dinghy sailing, mountain biking and kids’ clubs. n SAIL AND STAY – combine a holiday afloat with time ashore.

FURTHER CoNSIDERATIoNS Children love sailing holidays as there is always so much going on both at sea and shore from watersports and learning the ropes on board to the trips ashore to explore local areas.

Each day will be different but will bring plenty of fun and excitement, especially if there are lots of other children around.

However there has been a growth in demand for adult only holidays that attract couples and groups of friends as well as parents who are taking a holiday without their children.

In June and July 2016, for example, Sunsail offers two adult only flotilla

routes in Greece from £1,555 for a one-week flotilla charter (sleeps up to four people; price per person from £389).

There are many holidays for adults and families, but there are also specialist holidays for solo travellers, teens and more. while you do not need to have any previous experience or sailing qualification to go on a sailing holiday, your choices will be greater if someone in your group holds some certificates or verifiable record of previous sailing.

If you are taking a crewed yacht charter or skippered holiday the boat will come with experienced crew and so no experience will be required Requirements vary from place to place but for bareboat charter skippers usually need either a RYA Day Skipper Practical or an International Certificate of Competence or an equivalent national certificate from a recognised body.

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HOW TO BOOK THE PERFECT HOLIDAY FOR YOUR FAMILY

YOU have decided on the what and when but you also need to think about the details such as how to get there, insurance and finding the best deals.

Some holidays will include the complete package of flights, hotels, boat and transfer.

This makes booking your holiday extremely straightforward and is the ideal choice for many. Others prefer to book each individually to get the best price or to have more control over, say, flight times.

Once you know what you are looking for it is time to search for the best offers and deals.

While booking a long way ahead can bring good savings, it is also possible to find deals throughout the year.

Incredibly at Sailing Holidays they have already opened bookings for 2017 holidays. At the time of writing 11 of you eager sailors had booked this far ahead with them. The offer of 2017 holiday at 2015 prices was clearly very tempting!

While it is not always possible to know when and where your next holiday will be months and months in advance, it can sometimes be cost effective to book early and take advantage of the early booking discounts.

Just gone are many discounts to book by 31 December – often offering 2016 holidays at 2015 prices - but there will always be more so watch out for them.

Nautilus Yachting tell us that many early booking discounts up to 15 per cent off are still valid to the end of January so get your next sailing holiday on the 2016 calendar now.

There are other benefits to booking early including, for families, getting family or interconnecting rooms and flights at times to suit you, not to mention booking your seats on the flight. Obviously there will be more choice too as you will be getting in before holidays start getting booked up.

Holiday companies, like Seafarer, also offer savings for repeat bookings and so it is always worth asking if you are booking with a company you have used previously.

Equally good can be special offers and last minute deals. While they can sometimes offer your dream holiday, generally, if you do not have a specific destination or time to go these can be a great option – which could easily end up being your dream trip. It is useful to note that last minute deals do not necessarily mean that you will be on holiday the week after you book. Quite often you will still be booking a holiday for a few months’ time.

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JUST like any other adventure holiday sailing comes with certain risks which is why sailing travel insurance is necessary. Although you will probably enjoy one of the most exciting and luxurious holidays you will ever experience it is also important to be prepared with a suitable sailing travel insurance policy in the event of accidents and injuries incurred on board.

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■ Neilson: Early booking offers including discounts of up to £200pp on 2016 holidays ■ Sunsail: Save 15 per cent off bareboats, flotilla and skippered holidays from 4 January – 17 December 2016 departures if you book in January. *at time of writing. Offers subject to change.

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THUNDERING AHEAD

RYA POWERBOAT RACING REVIEW OVER the last six months the RYA has been conducting an in-depth review of its governance of Powerboat Racing in the UK led by an independent consultant.

Throughout the process all members of the Powerboat Racing community have had the opportunity to contribute to the review, with all views being considered and evaluated alongside written materials, minutes and reports.

“The objective of the review was to provide the best framework for the continued future development of Powerboat Racing in the UK, whilst limiting the RYA’s exposure to unacceptable levels of financial and reputational risk,” said RYA Powerboat Racing Manager, Jeni Jelf.

The review examined aspects of liability, risk, safety and training and the RYA itself and makes recommendation for their improvement. As a result of this it has been decided that the RYA will remain the National Governing Body for Powerboat Racing in the UK, but a number of substantial changes relating to subjects such as insurance and offshore race approvals will be made that will impact on officials, competitors, clubs and event organisers.

Further changes will be implemented during the 2016 season as a result of the review in relation to the committee governance structure and the training of officials and competitors. www.rya.org.uk/go/powerboatracing

A PAIR of West Wales powerboaters finished fifth in the world after representing Great Britain in Malta at the P750 Thundercat UIM World Championships.

Neyland’s Simon Harding, a former jockey, was competing in his second world championships, while former moto-cross rider Kurt Croft from Pembroke was in his first. They handled some tough racing conditions which saw several boats flipping in the air or retiring for other reasons.

“Simon, of 51 Racing, said: “The team managed a great result of third in class. We were entered into the class for standard engines, but because of the temperature of 34 degrees and water temperature of 24 degrees

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POWERBOATING AWARDS LAUNCHED THERE is to be a new awards programme to recognise the contribution of industry partners to powerboat racing.

Engaging the wider marine industry and commercial stakeholders within the sport the new awards will be presented at the annual RYA Powerboat Racing Awards Ceremony, held in February.

Powerboat Racing Manager, Jeni Jelf said:

“Our current awards ceremony is largely focused on competitors and no opportunity has previously existed to recognise companies and organisations who contribute to the sport’s success in other ways. This includes the wider marine industry, innovators in the field of safety and technology, host venues, sponsors and the media.” www.rya.org.uk/go/ powerboatracing

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“The first day of racing was surf discipline. There was not much surf but the team came in 5th in the final after four heats to qualify.

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Carriage charge is to most UK mainland destinations only. Please email or call for Scottish Highlands & Isles, English Islands, N Ireland & Eire, Plus European destinations.

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ExpErts’ forum

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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.

PROPELLER PROTECTIOIN

A SAfety ProPoSAl Andy Sims, Managing Director at AJS Technical Services, and Paul Martin, Director at BHG Marine, look at the discussion surrounding the use of propeller guards.

Andy Sims

andy sims: Over the last few years there have been many truths, untruths and even lies surrounding the issue of propeller protection. most, i would argue, being down to a lack of understanding of what is trying to be achieved or the design and manufacturing innovation that has taken place.

Prop protection can be in the form of simple Propeller Rings or more complicated Prop deflectors and Prop

Guards. They are available in plastic or steel and be custom or multi fit. Prop guards can alter characteristics of a vessel or have little or no effect; it all depends on the circumstances of use and operation.

Factors to take into account when choosing the type of equipment to fit include location, operating speeds, type of craft and propellers being used. Each situation is different and worthy of an open conversation with the suppliers of the products. i would argue that prop protection should be viewed in the first instance as an additional tool helping with the protection in operation of the craft. it can obviously help protect the propeller and gear box from striking a fixed object (saving damage or even the craft being knocked out of service) or to protect an object in the water coming into contact with a moving propeller. in either of the cases, prop protection is helping keep the craft serviceable when in other circumstances it may not have been.

The final decision is one that should be made only after you have considered and appraised all of the issues surrounding the safe operation of your craft. Kill cords, safety briefs and correct equipment worn and carried on board all form part of the

process of assessment. do your homework and speak to those people who have used the products. after a lifetime in engineering, one reason i became involved in propeller protection was seeing an outboard running and considering what the Health and safety implications would be if it was turned 180 degrees and sat in a workshop.

Because it sits in the water and generally can not be seen, we seem to ignore the thought. my opinion is to view the product as a way of preventing damage - keeping a craft running. any other by-product of fitting is a bonus.

Prop protection offers no substitute or excuse for the non-safe operation of craft. it should, however, form part of your full view of craft operation. it is best to first think that if you elect to fit a device, it should be seen as nothing more than a ‘last resort’ in case all other measures have failed. They do, however, offer a preventative measure against what you can not see or account for. it is down to you to make an informed decision, not an ill-informed out-of-date one. Just do not regret doing nothing. www.ajs-t-s.com

Paul Martin

Paul maRTin: it seems odd that all over the world if you buy a fan, it has a guard. all modern machinery is now legislated to have guards and protection. They even put a small plastic tape around planes when you disembark a propped plane, just in case, and it is not even spinning.

generations of performance stainless protection that offer minimal performance loss.

So understanding the above, the question is - why are boat propellers unprotected?

With protection readily available and affordable, is there any legislation or recommendations from recognised organisations?

There is the argument that a propeller spinning in open water presents no danger, and in most cases this is true. However, in some instances, there are serious safety concerns with an unguarded propeller, and incidents have happened, people have been hurt and sadly lives have been lost.

Consideration must also be made to sea life such as whales and especially manatees, like those in Florida, which consistently suffer horrific injuries.

So, taking the above in consideration, what can be done?

in fact, today there are several options readily available on the market that vastly improve safety such as PropGuard and Prop deflector.

There are none, except for commercial solas craft where it is mandatory. The Rnli Beach Rescue service always use them and the sea Cadets make it a required item for all their safety boats.

However, the Rya tested a selection of propeller guards nearly 15 years ago and were initially advising that they were dangerous but only recently, after a culmination of incidents, have taken a more neutral stance, stating that each club or organisation should risk assess their operation.

Historically, propeller guards have always been available but they have been bulky welded metal cages that provided safety but have severe implications on performance, speed and handling. They were also very expensive. lightweight and affordable moulded plastic PropGuards became available 15 years ago, and from this there are now new

There are many factors to think about when considering your prop protection

Various options are available including the PropGuard

Some manatees have suffered horrific injuries from propellers

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Do you use propeller protection? Let us know your thoughts on this topic at editor@allatsea.co.uk

The RYA argue that correct training will assist in reducing the risk of prop related incidents. However accidents happen. We are trained to drive our car, but still have to wear a seat belt.

Is there a subject you would like to see featured in the Experts’ Forum? Get in touch.

Richard Falk, RYA Training Manager and Chief Examiner, had the following to say: “Prop guards are an emotive subject, and like any piece of safety equipment have the potential to do a great deal of good if used in the right context and their limitations are clearly understood. Unfortunately, as is often the case with safety equipment, some people view prop guards as a ‘cure all’, a panacea that will prevent injury. They are another piece of kit that in certain circumstances may assist in reducing the risk of prop related injury.

A PropGuard in action

It is also odd that most of the accidents resulting in propeller injuries are often recorded as kill cord incidents.

“It is important that boaters make a proper assessment of the activities they will be undertaking before deciding if a prop guard is right for them. For a boat that operates in shallower waters or is used in and around swimming areas or watersports activities a prop guard may well be a sensible addition.

If I fit a propeller guard to my engine, what are the benefits and disadvantages?

Consider the advantages and disadvantages of fitting prop protection

Quite simply you will see a huge increase in safety - you from your propeller and your propeller from anything. On displacement hulls you should also notice an improvement on certain performance factors.

The main disadvantage, mainly on

faster planning hulls, will be the drag factor and the resultant loss in speed. However some of the guards are designed to give less safety and improved speed, but these tend to cost more.

In certain cases, propeller protection should be compulsory. Anywhere where children are in the water, the safety boat should be as it states,

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safe. Incidents happen all the time and there is a web site that passionately records these - www. propellersafety.com. Unfortunately, it will take another incident, where life is lost or maimed, before the necessary powers listen to common sense and recommend propeller protection where it is needed. www.bhg-marine.co.uk

“However, for a boat that requires rapid acceleration, good manoeuvrability or where its operation is predominantly offshore a prop guard makes less sense. The other factor to consider is whether you are trying to protect a) people from injury or b) your prop from damage, as this will determine the type of prop guard you may wish to look at.

“Most importantly, if you do choose to use a prop guard you should be very aware that it is not a cure all. It is one of several pieces of equipment that when used properly together should assist in minimizing the risk to you, your passengers and those in the water. The most valuable piece of safety equipment will always be your brain – which will hopefully assist you in making good, sound and sensible decisions about how you operate your boat.” www.rya.org.uk

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SHOW PREVIEW LONDON BOAT SHOW PREVIEW

ALL AT SEA JANUARY 2016

INFORMATION Date: Friday 8 January –

Sunday 17 January 2016 Times: 10.00 – 18.00 (Thursday 10.00 – 20.00) Location: ExCeL London Tickets: Advance tickets start from £10, with two children under the age of 15 going free with each adult.

Additional concessions are also available.

For further information on ticketing visit:

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Next year:

6 - 15 January 2017

ALSO ON SHOW…

THE RS Sailing Simulator is a real RS Tera fixed to a stand simulating the life-like motion of a boat. The simulator enables youngsters to get in the boat and experience the feeling and movement required in a controlled (and dry!) environment.

There will be an instructor on hand to offer guidance and tips on how to sail the simulator.

Do not forget that there is a party night too. The leisure marine industry is renowned for enjoying a good party and Thursday Night is the first Boating Party of the New Year. Live music, fashion shows, celeb chefs, a rocking Guinness Bar and parties just about everywhere are a great warm

welcome to the New Year and a look forward to the forth coming boating season. The show is open for an extra two hours so make sure you take advantage and come on board.

Step onto the dockside to see some fabulous historic boats. Climb on board, look around and learn about their interesting histories and restorations from the crew.

The Massey Shaw is an old fire boat - look out for its water cannon displays! MT Kent and MT Touchstone are motor tugs that have been lovingly restored. Then there’s SB Melissa, a Thames sailing barge, plus the Spirit of Falmouth, a wooden gaff rigged tall ship.

A world of adventure and innovation awaits visitors to this year’s London Boat Show with many of the biggest names from the marine world displaying their latest boats, products and technologies.

PACKED with over 400 exhibitors, there will be world, European and UK debuts, plus products never seen before. As well as the many gadgets, gizmos and bargains there will be the opportunity to learn new skills and get practical advice.

Exhibitors will range from world-class boat builders through to fashion, travel operators and watersports companies – ensuring there is something for everyone.

New brands to check out for 2016 include Suzuki, Adidas Sailing, Four Winns, Monterey Boats, Seago Yachting, Jimmy Green Marine, Arthur Beale and RNLI. But it is not all about the exhibitors. There are a number of new attractions personifying the adventure, pioneers and innovation encompassed in the show’s theme.

This year the show is inviting visitors to discover the best of boating, from the ground-breaking innovations of the 1960s to the sailing champions of tomorrow.

The London Boat Show Theatre

This is where personalities can share their inspiring stories and expert knowledge through interactive talks and panel shows. Topics will range from technology and innovations to engine maintenance and around the world expeditions. It has been billed as a mixture of A Question of Sport, Mock the Week and Mastermind.

60’s Revival

Another new feature is the 60’s Revival, celebrating the innovations of yesteryear, in which visitors will be taken back to the swinging 60’s. This was the era that saw the first man walk on

the moon, The Beatles, the arrival of the Mirror Dinghy and Sir Francis Chichester becoming the first person to sail singlehanded around the world.

Mediterranean Bay

The Mediterranean Bay, surrounded by faux villas and cafes, will put boating skills to the test live at the show.

The pool will host water seminars on close quarters boat handling, sail reefing and capsize drills. In addition visitors can try their hand at various

watersports including water-walking and kayaking.

Murray Ellis, Managing Director of British Marine Boat Shows, said, “At the heart of Europe’s most pioneering city, we are celebrating the rich heritage of British boating at this iconic event. Visitors will be taken on a journey of discovery, from reliving the great moments of our time to technologies of the future which will revolutionise the way we get out on the water.”

Land Rover BAR

Stand A001

The Land Rover BAR stand will be packed with interactive displays and competitions. In addition to proven favourites such as the interactive power grinder, Henri Lloyd Land Rover BAR merchandise, Spinlock safety gear and Team Origin Events selling advanced tickets for the Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series in Portsmouth, the team will be introducing some new features to the stand. Visitors to will be able to trial the next development of the Land Rover BAR’s 3D sailing experience. The innovative adventure starts with each virtual sailor at the helm, controlling their own AC45 and getting a personalised image of them ‘flying’ the foiling catamaran. Plus visitors can discover the stand’s ‘pit wall’ display, which will showcase how the Land Rover BAR Systems and Analysis team review data from the testing boats, just like a Formula 1 race team on the pit lane.

Stand A120

Altricia

ALTRICIA is a 40ft McGruer classic yacht - built of African Mahogany in 1965 to the 8 metre cruiser-racer formula.

The sleek McGruer classic cruiser-racer Altricia will make her debut as she takes to her own stage fresh from full restoration by the master shipwrights of Mylor Yacht Harbour’s Marine Team.

Altricia has just emerged from her

Riva Aquariva

Mylor shed to complete sea trials where she proved herself as swift and technically brilliant under sail as she is beautiful – a full 50 years after she took her maiden voyage on the Clyde.

She is the shining apple of the eye for her seafaring owner Peter Methven OBE who will join Mylor Yacht Harbour’s Marine Team to show her off on stand G150. Visitors will be able to climb on board for a guided tour.

Stand G150

VENTURA will be offering for sale on their stand a one-off example of Riva’s iconic Aquariva, finished in Bentley Blue. The Aquariva Super is the modernday, spiritual descendant of Riva’s legendary, classic mahogany runabouts of the 1950s and ’60s. With two 380hp engines tucked away below the sunbed, this particular example will hit close to 50mph without breaking a sweat. The Bentley Blue Aquariva is offered for sale with an asking price of €395,000.

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Stand G010

RYA

IF you are heading to the London Boat Show to get your new year fix of all things boating, then drop by the RYA stand for all the latest advice and information.

Visit the Information Hub to find out where your nearest club or training centre is. In addition you will be able to purchase titles from the RYA’s range of publications. Visitors will also be able to trial the RYA SafeTrx App and pick up a copy of the latest edition of the RYA Safety Advisory Notice. Compiled

new boats Rodman 890 Ventura UK debut www.rbsmarine.com RBS Marine

THE Rodman 890 Ventura will be making only its second showing to the public at London.

The Rodman 890 Ventura is the first outboard model Rodman have introduced for the leisure market and bridges the gap for first time and experienced boaters alike. With options to specify the boat for fishing, cruising or a mixture of both, the Rodman 890 Ventura can be setup for the owner’s particular requirements. Key features include a side access door, large forward sunbathing area and a light and

London Boat Show 2016 exhibitors

Sunsail

PLANNING this year’s holidays? Sunsail will be showcasing the 25 diverse destinations it operates around the world. Visitors can also find out about options for independent yacht charters, flotillas or book a sailing course with Sunsail.

for the leisure boater, the notice’s third edition will focus on critical safety issues and trends that have arisen from incidents across the past year.

On 13 January legendary sailor Sir Robin Knox-Johnston will present the RYA Yachtmaster™ of the Year award for 2015.

And remember, as an RYA member if you want to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the show members can relax in the RYA Stand Members’ Lounge situated in the Platinum Suite, serving food and D007 beverages throughout the day.

The London Boat Show will have boats that range from just £300 right up to £4.5million luxury yachts. spacious interior with 360º visibility thanks to the large side windows and rear triple pane door, or window if the fishing option is chosen.

The Rodman 890 Ventura will run alongside the Rodman Fisher and Cruiser range that is extremely popular in the UK, and will demonstrate the same level of strength, quality and sea-keeping that these boats are so well known for, as well as exhibiting deep safe walk-around side decks and large cockpit spaces that have become synonymous with the brand.

The price will be from £82,000. This includes UK delivery, commissioning, and a single Mercury F300 Verado outboard engine.

Stand B170/D

J/112E

Stand A220/B

UK debut www.keyyachting.com Key Yachting Ltd J Boats UK and Ireland agent Key Yachting Ltd will be debuting the J/112E at the show. The first hull for the UK, the J/112E will arrive straight from the builder’s yard, and after the show will remain with Key Yachting for the spring, before travelling to her new home in Ireland.

36ft in length, the J/112E is designed to be an efficient performance yacht with cruising comforts. Understanding that sailors spend time on deck than anywhere else, J Boats have created a comfortable, ergonomic cockpit. Down below the J/112E has a spacious twocabin accommodation plan and an aft located head/shower compartment. The base price is £150,000.

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131 Yacht

World debut www.sunseeker.com Sunseeker International

Stand

G070/M100

SUNSEEKER’S 131 Yacht will be the largest model ever to make its debut in London and will appear alongside a collection of other Sunseeker models ranging from 50 feet upwards.

The 131 Yacht takes Sunseeker’s superyacht capabilities to new levels

and, as the first of three large models set for launch in early 2016, it will be attracting a great deal of attention.

A standout feature is the addition of feature glass in the Master Stateroom, Saloon and Upper Saloon to create a light filled relaxed,

comfortable and enjoyable environment for owner and guests.

The 131 Yacht enables its owner to tailor every element of the interior design and layout to their personal preferences via Sunseeker’s unique ‘Bespoke’ service. Standard

guest configuration is for 10 guests in five cabins, with scope for up to 12 to be accommodated depending on the layout and options selected.

The spacious garage can accommodate a tender of up to 6.0m in length plus two PWCs.

Prestige 680

UK debut www.ancasta.com Ancasta International Boat Sales

Stand G115 THIS 21m luxury flybridge cruiser was launched at Cannes in September and will be heading to London for its first UK outing.

The Prestige 680 is powered by Twin Volvo IPS 1200 engines, providing high economy and easy manoeuverability even when short-handed. She is capable of a top speed of 30 knots and with a cruising speed of 25 knots. The flybridge has a very large, private space linking to a lounge area with galley bar and a large forward sun terrace.

Stand B162

Anytec 747 CAB UK debut www.salternsbrokerage.co.uk Salterns Brokerage

The popular aft galley layout that other Prestige models enjoy has been translated into the Prestige 680. The dining area and lounge have exceptional views and plenty of specially designed storage space and galley is cleverly planned for cooking or entertaining. The model is available with a 3 or 4-cabin layout, plus crew cabin. The base price is 1.151m (ex VAT) and on the water £1.243m (ex VAT).

SALTERNS Brokerage has been appointed the sole UK importer and distributor for Anytec boats, the Swedish-built aluminium hulled boats. There are over 10 boats in the range starting with the 530SPF to the 868CAB outboards range, and the inboard range up to 1230 patrol styled vessel. Making its UK debut will be the Anytec 747 CAB. Hand-built, this boat combines unbridled power with responsive controls, 300hp in the stern and impressive seaworthiness. With a top speed of 50 knots thanks to its maximum 300hp engine set-up, this go-anywhere cruiser offers an uncompromising driving experience.

This model retails for £98,994.

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ALSO DEBUTING ■ 21’ & 30’ Viko Yachts Exhibitor: Legend Yachts Price (21): £23.994 inc VAT Price (30): £49,995 inc VAT Stand/Berth: A220/N/O/P

Princess S65 & V58 Open Show debut www.princessyachts.com Princess Yachts International

Stand G120

PRINCESS Yachts continue to celebrate their 50th anniversary by showcasing their two newest additions. The 11 yacht line-up will include the Princess 88 Motor Yacht, the Princess 68, 60, 56, 52 and 43 from the Flybridge range, the V58 Open, V48 and V39 from the sporty V Class range and the S65 from the S Class range.

The S65 is the latest development in the range of dynamic sportbridge yachts. The interior accommodates eight guests across four cabins, three of which are en-suite. The galley aft of the saloon, with separate dining area opposite, has sliding doors and a fully opening window which leads out to the cockpit, giving the heightened experience of outdoor living to make the most of warm days and balmy evenings.

The V58 Open offers a variety of sociable seating and entertaining options including a large aft sunpad. The lower accommodation that can accommodate six guests across three well appointed staterooms, two of which are en suite. There is also the option to specify an additional cabin aft.

■ Admiral Pro-Fish 550 & 660 Exhibitor: Admiral Boats – Barrus Stand/Berth No: B130

■ Chris Craft Launch 25 Heritage Edition & 36 Heritage Edition Exhibitor: Chris Craft Stand/Berth: B200

■ Cormate 24 Sportmate & Cormate T27 Supermarine Exhibitor: Cormate Stand/Berth: B170/A/B

Legend 31

Show debut www.legendyachtsuk.co.uk Legend Yachts

Stand A220

THE Legend 31 compares in volume to most 34-35 footers. The smallest boat in its range it is still a roomy little yacht. She boasts an array of unique features including a canter-levering helm pedestal, full width cockpit, bilge keel configuration, mainsheet traveler arch and stern rail seats. The 31 to standard specification is £115,826.40.

new kit

Stand A031

Offshore Gear

Zhik are launching their new Isotak® 2 offshore gear at the London Boat Show, where the company is exhibiting for the first time. The waterproof breathable gear has been developed to provide extreme levels of protection with minimal weight and bulk giving freedom of movement and comfort.

Isotak® 2 Jacket and Smock are available in unisex sizes in Red and Black, with the co-ordinating black Salopettes.

Isotak® 2 Jacket XS – XXXL: £499 Isotak® 2 Smock XS - XXL: £499 Isotak® 2 Salopettes XS – XXXL: £459

New from Garmin

Stand C020

Garmin will launch a multitude of innovative new marine products to the UK at the show. Some of the new products that Garmin will be showcasing

■ Hobie Mirage i11s inflatable Exhibitor: Hobie Cat Stand/Berth: A054

■ Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 Exhibitor: Flexisail Stand/Berth: A220/M

include the echoMAP CHIRP Series of chartplotter/sonar combination units, the Striker Series of fishfinders, Quickdraw™ Contours feature for fishing maps, GPS 73 marine handheld, CHIRP Transducers and Panoptix PS21 and PS60 scanning sonar technology. Also on display will be the GPSMAP 7400 series of multi-function displays and the GNX 120 and GNX 130 large-format marine instruments, as seen on the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race 2015-2016 boats.

Beale is back

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Arthur Beale – the 400-year-old chandler based in the centre of London – will be exhibiting once again at the London Boat Show. Arthur Beale was one of the founder members of the Small Boat Builders National Federation and together with eight other members was responsible for putting on the very first London Boat Show at Olympia in 1953.

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Left to right: Former Irish Guardsman Paddy Gallagher, Former RAF Flight Sergeant Nigel Rogoff, Light Dragoon Lance Corporal Cayle Royce MBE & Royal Marine Colour Sergeant Lee Spencer. Image: Rupert Frere

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WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO TAKE PART IN THE TALISKER WHISKY ATLANTIC CHALLENGE?

This is no doubt an inspirational project, the guys I have met so far during the selection and preparation process inspire me. It is a huge personal challenge too and about pushing yourself to the limit.

Raising money for such an outstanding

Living in a confined space in extremely uncomfortable conditions! It is a great boat but living on it for weeks on end will be a challenge. also the hurt and ache from the row will not be easy. The team will row more than 3,000nm across the world’s second largest ocean, the atlantic.

Rowers will head west from San Sebastian in La Gomera to Nelson’s Dockyard English Harbour, antigua. Once we leave we will be on our own on the vast ocean and at the mercy of the elements, until the race comes into its final stretch.

WHAT IS IT LIKE TO HAVE THE SUPPORT OF PEOPLE LIKE PRINCE HARRY?

Prince William and Prince Harry are icons in our modern day lives. They understand the military machine and welfare of young men and women serving our country. The support from Endeavour Fund has been vital to us.

Knowing that they have supported it financially and holistically and given us their seal of approval is a fantastic warm feeling.

WHAT IS COMING UP IN 2015 FOR ROW2RECOVERY?

Row2Rcovery continue to support national military adaptive rowing through Help for Heroes and British Rowing. James Kayll and Cayle Royce are talking about rowing the Pacific Ocean from the west coast of USa, via Hawaii and Samoa, to australia.

TELL US ABOUT THE FOUR OF YOU TAKING PART.

Our skipper, and serving Light Dragoon, is Lance Corporal Cayle Royce, mBE. Cayle, 29, from Devon underwent a double amputation and lost the fingers on his left hand following an IED blast in Helmand, afghanistan whilst serving in the Brigade Reconnaissance Force in 2012. Cayle was a member of the 2013/14 Row2Recovery crew.

Former Irish Guardsman Paddy Gallagher, 30, lost his right leg below the knee in an IED blast in Nad E ali, afghanistan in 2009.

I am a former RaF Flight Sergeant Parachute Jump Instructor and I live in Hereford. I lost my leg above the

knee whilst taking part in a Royal air Force parachuting display.

Serving Royal marine Colour Sergeant Lee Spencer, 46, is from Yelverton. after coming through three operational tours of afghanistan unscathed, Lee lost his right leg below the knee after being hit by flying debris as he was helping save the life of a crashed civilian motorist on the central reservation of the m3 in Surrey.

DO ANY OF YOU HAVE EXPERIENCE OF SAILING OR WATERSPORTS? Paddy Gallagher - Over 15 years boating experience and raced aboard a Farr45, Farr52, J111 and Open60. He has taken part in various regattas such as Cowes Week and sailed for the army sailing team on

BRITISH SAILING TEAM FOLLOWING THE BRITISH TEAM ON THE ROAD TO RIO

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Sonar So Good

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This month Sonar sailor Hannah Stodel tells of her delight at a hard-fought victory with teammates John Robertson and Steve Thomas at the Para World Sailing Championships.

I am so excited to finally be able to say we are Para World Champions for the third time. after a tough week on Port Phillip Bay in melbourne, John, Steve and I came away with World Championship gold once again after a nine-year wait to capture the hat-trick.

We went into the final day of racing with the yellow leaders’ dots on our sails and were able to close out the victory by a single point over a strong home australian team. We did have a slightly nervous wait to have our title confirmed, however, as the aussies sought redress for an incident with the French earlier in the week, which, even though we were not involved, might have affected the overall scores.

They ultimately proved unsuccessful, which worked out well for us.

MIXED RESULTS 2015 was a rollercoaster for us as a team from start to finish. We had some average performances and were just outside the medals so many times.

To anyone looking in from the outside, it might have seemed like the team had lost its edge recently. It had been a pretty frustrating time – as a team we had been used to featuring regularly on the podium at most major regattas.

But with the Sonar fleet becoming ever more competitive, you have to keep moving forward and pushing development projects quite hard. at times that has meant results have not been what they could have been as that process takes shape. all of the development had been geared towards the World Championships in melbourne, so we are

the services offshore regatta. He also completed an ocean passage through the Denmark Strait into the arctic Circle aboard a Challenger 67.

Cayle Royce – Previously completed an atlantic Row and has 19 years’ experience in powerboat and sailing.

Lee Spencer & Nigel Rogoff – None

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STRONG TEAM John, Steve and I have been together longer than many marriages – we are

Definitely Dame Ellen macarthur and Sir Chay Blythe.

IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE WITH ALL AT SEA’S READERS?

We all hope that we will be great friends after the row. We know it will be struggle at times but the most important thing is that we will be friends for life after sharing this incredible experience.

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disastrous results we got on one bad day, but what we do have that some other teams lack, is complete support for each other. There is no blame here.

What is done is done, you learn and you move on. We fight for every place on the race course and we come back harder the next day, and that is exactly what we did in melbourne.

BETTER THAN EVER There has been a pretty big gap between our World Championship wins: 2005, 2006 and 2015. I think this one is by far the most rewarding. Back then we were good, but now we are better.

One point might not be a lot, but that is what won us the championship, and in doing so I think we proved we can sail in all conditions. We could take hits and we could keep going, never giving up. We have got plenty to work on in 2016, but we are fighting and we can go towards the Games with our heads held high.

Our aspirations of course remain the same as ever - Gold at Rio 2016.

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over the moon that it all came together at the right time. To have been able to pull off the victory now, this close to the Paralympic Games when everyone is watching, is a great boost and we are so happy that all the hard work paid off.

WHICH SAILORS INSPIRE YOU (PAST OR PRESENT)?

aiming for our fourth Games together at Rio 2016 – so we know how to sail a Sonar together. What we have been working on is maximising the strengths we each have in order to build an even stronger British Sonar Sailing Team. The World Championship week has proved it is really working. mid way through the regatta you could have written us off with the

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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.

CHARTERING A BOAT

FUN IN THE SUN Adi Togs, co-founder of PlainSailing.com, shares his top tips for making your charter holiday a breeze.

NOW is the perfect time to book a holiday and many sailors choose to charter a yacht. There are thousands of stunning locations to explore – the beautiful UK coastline, Mediterranean bays or even more exotic waters make perfect holiday destinations.

Like any holiday, a certain amount of research is essential to making sure you have a fantastic time. To help you select the right yacht you will need to think about how many guests there will be, whether the crew can share cabins and if there are any specific facilities or requirements the group needs. The average yacht will fit in four to eight

people quite comfortably and you can book a smaller or bigger berth if required.

When selecting your yacht and holiday location, think about what kind of experience you want to have and the sailing skills and capabilities of the crew.

As a group, you might have visions of cruising between beautiful ports with amenities and restaurants, exploring secluded anchorages and wildlife spotting or putting your team’s sailing skills to the test. Whatever your holiday aspirations, there is definitely a location and yacht to suit you.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED? If you are an RYA (or international equivalent) qualified skipper, you can choose to charter a yacht ‘bareboat’ – where you just take the boat. You will need to have completed and passed the RYA Day Skipper course, or higher, or an international equivalent. This will usually

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cover you to sail a charter boat during daylight hours but not during the night.

Some companies may differ, so check the small print of their T&Cs when making your booking.

The charter company will need to see a copy of your skipper qualification, as well as a passport or driving license to verify your identity. Some charter companies enable you to upload your identity

documents ahead of your booking to make the check-in process quicker and easier.

Make sure you review the terms and conditions of any charter company you use and have any additional insurance required in place. The charter company may also need to take your credit card details or request a security deposit, which will be returned in full when the boat is given back undamaged. Take your original documents on holiday with you as it is likely the charter company will want to see them before you set sail.

YOUR OWN SKIPPER If you are not qualified or want to make your holiday more relaxing, then you will need to hire a skippered charter.

The skipper is provided to sail and be responsible for the yacht. It is a great

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Charter companies sometimes offer the choice to add extra luxuries to your booking from bedding and clothing, to food and drink, and are a great source of advice and guidance. When you arrive at your yacht take time to check the electronics, navigation and safety equipment.

Chartering a yacht is always a new and exciting experience – whether for a relaxing holiday or to explore new destinations on-board a beautiful yacht.

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RYA FOCUS

The RYA covers all forms of boating, including dinghy and yacht racing, motor and sail cruising, RIBs and sports boats, powerboat racing, windsurfing, inland cruising and narrowboats, and personal watercraft.

BY EMMA SLATER

Leading the way The RYA Volunteer Awards recognise the work of more than 50 volunteers across all aspects of boating, and here we put the spotlight on four of the younger winners.

REFLECTING the wide appeal of boating, the Awards cover four categories: the RYA Awards, RYA Community Awards, Francis Elkin Award and the RYA Family Award.

One of those, the RYA Community Awards, consists of Lifetime Commitment, Outstanding Contribution and Youth Awards and is awarded for contribution to grassroots sailing at club level.

This year four young sailors were commended for their voluntary work.

William Baldock, of Girton Sailing Club, Tom Rusbridge from the West Sussex Schools & Youth Sailing Association, Belfast Lough Sailability’s Cameron Date and Abby West, who is an Instructor and Cadet Representative at Hill Head Sailing Club, were all awarded the Youth Award.

Duncan Truswell, RYA Sport Development Manager, said: “The RYA Volunteer Awards are our opportunity to say thank you on behalf of clubs and associations that affiliate to the RYA to their volunteers, the people that really make a difference to help people get afloat.

“Each of these young sailors have set a great example and contributed significantly at their respective clubs and organisations, and we are delighted to be able to honour them in this way.”

We caught up with each award winner, who received their award from the Princess Royal, to find out more about their contributions and what inspires them to continue volunteering and contributing to sailing in the UK.

WILLIAM BALDOCK, GIRTON SAILING CLUB

Having learnt to sail at Girton Sailing Club in Nottinghamshire, William quickly became an Instructor and more recently a Senior Instructor, offering the club tremendous support in training new members.

William has also been heavily involved in the Honda RYA Youth RIB Championship, having reached the final several times as a competitor. Upon turning 17, and becoming too old to compete, William turned his

efforts towards helping plan and organise local heats for the event.

This year his commitment paid off as for the first time Girton Sailing Club triumphed at national level in the competition. Max Mawer won the 13 - 16 age category and gained a Highfield 460 RIB with a Honda BF50 engine for his club.

Beyond his work with the Honda RYA Youth RIB Championship, William has proved to be a vital member of the club committee, undertaking numerous roles.

These include the duties of Boat Park Manager and Membership Secretary, whilst he has also taken charge of the website and publicity.

In addition he is always willing to help out with other maintenance tasks as they arise including installing and maintaining the club burglar alarm and wi-fi systems.

William said: “I feel it is important that young people volunteer for events such as

the Honda RYA Youth RIB Championship because we have first-hand experience of competing in the event and can help out the current competitors.

“It was a surprise to find out I had been nominated for an award. You are not in it for the recognition, but it is really nice to see that your efforts are appreciated, and it was a great day.”

CAMERON DATE, BELFAST LOUGH SAILABILITY

Having initially been involved with Carrickfergus Sailing Club since the age of nine, Cameron has tirelessly devoted his time to Belfast Lough Sailability since 2014.

In this time, he has quickly become a trusted and invaluable member, arriving early and full of enthusiasm as he helps to rig and prepare the boats needed for each session. Cameron is confident sailing the Hansa 303 with people who have a range of disabilities, and in 2014 was selected to represent BLS at the prestigious President’s Cup, held at Kinsale Yacht Club.

Cameron selflessly dedicates much of his time to BLS, all whilst studying for his GCSEs and working towards his Duke of Edinburgh Award.

Cameron said: “I have been with Belfast Lough Sailability for two years now, and I really enjoy taking people with disabilities out sailing to give them more experience and help make them more active.

“For me, volunteering is a good way of getting experience and meeting a huge range of people from all sorts of backgrounds. I enjoy getting new people involved in the sport, and I hope to continue doing this for as long as possible.”

TOM RUSBRIDGE, WEST SUSSEX SCHOOLS & YOUTH SAILING ASSOCIATION

For the past four years Tom has been at the forefront of developing racing for local young sailors through West Sussex Schools & Youth Sailing Association.

Tom has been crucial in creating more opportunities for youngsters to represent their clubs and compete at a wide range of

events across the local area, introducing a Topper Traveller series within West Sussex to encourage first timers to get involved.

Tom has also served as Race Officer for the WSSYSA’s annual regatta, which regularly attracts around 100 boats from across the region, successfully coordinating a highly successful event.

Of his award, Tom said: “There are so many people who deserve a Volunteer Award, so it is great to represent them. It is extremely important that people continue to volunteer, because nothing could work in sailing without volunteers. WSSYSA runs 15 - 20 events a year, with each one calling on at least a dozen volunteers.

“When you think how that expands year on year, event on event with an ever expanding program and more young people taking part, without all those volunteers, it just would not be possible for young people to participate in the sport. “

ABBY WEST, HILL HEAD SAILING CLUB

Abby joined Hill Head Sailing Club in 2008, and within a year she was helping to teach and encourage other novice sailors, both junior and adults, after qualifying as a Dinghy Instructor.

As Cadet Representative Abby has helped the club develop a strong and vibrant cadet sailing group, hosting a number of sailing events throughout the year and encouraging cadet sailing participation.

Abby believes that the work of volunteers is vital to ensuring that more people are offered the opportunity to take up sailing.

“I was nominated for the work I do on the courses and as a Cadet Representative, and I think it is really important that people continue to volunteer their time and efforts to sailing clubs and organisations.

“It is nice to be recognised for all the work you put in, and I would encourage other young people to volunteer because it is really fun, you get loads out of it, you meet loads of really good people and it is a great thing to put on your CV for the future.”

To find out more about the RYA Volunteer Awards, visit www.rya.org.uk/go/ RYAVolunteerAwards.

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Lizzy Foreman

Lizzy, 24, has been sailing since she was three and hopes to one day compete in the Vendée Globe. In 2015 she completed the Mini Transat, crossing the Atlantic solo.

TAKING ON THE MINI TRANSAT

COmplETING THE mINI TRANsAT Lizzy Foreman successfully completed the Mini Transat, crossing the Atlantic solo. Here Lizzy gives an insight into the race and her 2016 plans.

Racing across the atlantic was another game entirely compared to a short three day coastal race. i was trusting the boat with my life; one mistake and i could fall overboard, break the mast or damage the electronics. i had spent an entire month refitting the boat especially for the race with new rudders, electronics, ropes – putting on as much new equipment as possible.

Having ripped all three of my spinnakers early on in the crossing, i ended up sailing the majority of the race under gennaker, despite numerous repairs. consequently i was at sea for 18 days, but i loved every moment.

THE ROUTINE Being at sea for that amount of time, i ended up with quite a regular routine onboard, living in UTc time, which meant i ate meals regularly, spoke on the VHF at 0600 and 1800 every day to relay my position to any boats close by

and took the weather forecast at 1200 every day via the SSB radio. i started to learn the pattern of the wind shifts, so i would spend the mornings on starboard tack, gybing onto port when the wind became more easterly and gybing back to starboard in the evening.

TAKING ON THE WEATHER The most stressful times were always when the squalls came, like a stampede of wild animals.

The rain would fall, softly at first, then hammering down and the boat could be over on its side in moments, leaving me clinging for dear life to the guard rails. i quickly learnt to drop and lash down sails just in time.

The most exciting moments of the race were always when a competitor burst onto my aiS screen or the radio would crackle with some inaudible French. Just knowing there was actually

You can read more about Lizzy’s Mini Transat experience on www.lizzyracing. com and also watch some videos from the race.

TOp TIps

Thinking about crossing the Atlantic? Here are five tips: 1. Know your boat - inside and out.

Take plenty of spares 2. Know yourself - physical and mental limits, strengths and weaknesses 3. study the weather patterns before you go, try to understand the situation at sea 4. Keep a regular log book - not only useful for your navigation, but also your sanity 5. Take a few treats - music and a book were my lifesavers on this crossing (the same 48 hour playlist on repeat!)

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WHAT’S HAPPENING AROUND EUROPE’S MARINAS

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Ben and Georgina Bovill decided to head to warmer waters and, six years later, are still enjoying their European adventure.

WE sail a 38’ Jeanneau Blue Moon which we have owned for 10 years. Having sailed in UK, French and Channel Islands waters for some 25 years the British weather finally persuaded us to move the boat to warmer climes.

In 2010 we arrived in Andalucia where we spent four years, followed by another year exploring the Balearics. We then

decided to move to Italy and discovered Marina di Stabia in the Bay of Naples where Blue Moon is now berthed.

Before we took her abroad the boat and her predecessors were moored at Mercury Yacht Harbour near Southampton. Upon discovering Marina di Stabia we knew that we would get the same MDL customer service that we had enjoyed for so many years. Also, unlike most marinas in the Mediterranean, it has UK-style finger berths.

Marina di Stabia is great; it is bathed in sunshine for much of the year and is in easy reach of famous and beautiful places like Capri, Sorrento, Amalfi and Pompeii.

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of culture. To the north of the marina lie the stunning islands of Procida and Ischia still only a short sail away.

And of course we can make longer expeditions to Sicily in the south and up the coast to Rome and across to the amazing Sardinia and Corsica.

The marina itself is perfect for our needs.

With views of Mount Vesuvius it has a Yacht Club where the marina team hold social events, a restaurant managed by a Michelin star chef, a gym and a 26m swimming pool. The pool is great for a dip on a hot

day, especially as we are often treated to complimentary drinks at the poolside.

We have also attended events organised by the Marina di Stabia team from classical music concerts to barbecues for the berth holders. We can also borrow bikes from the marina which help us to explore the local culture (mind the traffic!).

Give us a wave if you see us out and about on Blue Moon!

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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.

Visiting Tresco

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Tresco is a subtropical gem with a little bit of everything – from dramatic rocky outcrops, Scilly in Corn bronze age burial sites and romantic castle ruins to secluded sandy beaches and, of course, the world famous Tresco Abbey Garden.

THE Scillies are on many sailors’ bucket list, but if you can not manage the weather window to get there by boat, do not put it off, simply take the Skybus from Newquay or Lands End or the Scillonian from Penzance* and enjoy these unique islands.

Food choices are made simple on Tresco, the island I have longed to visit for many years, and I rather like that. Blessed with fine weather from the minute I stepped off the plane at St Mary’s I was soon being transferred to one of the jet boats that whizz around the islands using a variety of harbours and slipways depending upon the tide.

The fun begins – well it did as soon as I folded myself into the 18 seater and stuck my nose to the window, spotting St Ives bay and Sennen beach. The tractor on the quay has to reverse back up the jetty and before I know it I have been hijacked

by Rachel Young from Tresco Estate, who trundles me off in her golf buggy and points out the layout of the island as we head to the New Inn. In no time bags are dumped and bike sorted as I am keen to be off whilst the sun is out and those white sands beckon.

AT THE RUIN

I can get up and over the island in the shake of a Ruby Red’s tail and I am enjoying my first coffee on the terrace at the Ruin Beach Café by 11.00. Partridges

come up to the table and the sparrows are as friendly as the Cornish gulls are hungry and look as relaxed as birds with few predators can be.

The Ruin has a wood fired pizza oven already crackling away behind me.

There is a good choice of fast food for hikers and a more interesting menu in the evening using local produce and the afore mentioned Ruby Red beef cattle that graze the island.

ABBEY GARDENS

The sun is still out so I follow signs to the Abbey Gardens, rumbling along the tracks with brilliant blue glimpses of sea and sky. Fruit and veg stalls are piled high outside garden gates, joy! So here I am with two red squirrels and one golden pheasant positively posing for my camera.

They are glorious. Hidden shady paths, then open vistas and succulents galore, created by Augustus Smith who built the Abbey back in 1834 and then set about creating one of the finest sub-tropical gardens in the Northern Hemisphere.

He changed the skyline forever and as you arrive by sea, whatever your choice of vessel, Tresco stands out from the other islands with its towering collection of unusual trees and shrubs. There are still many flowers in blossom and the bees are

The Fritto Misto is a tasty treat Tresco Abbey Garden was established in the 1830s by Augustus Smith

happy – it is positively balmy here. Now let us talk about the weather. I was here in the second week of October and had really hoped for some sunshine. I was lucky and struck gold. A timeshare fan at the Flying Boat club, who always books these first couple of weeks in October, said he has enjoyed great weather for the past three years.

NEW INN

The Ruin Bay Café’s Ruby Red slow cooked beef ragu

The beaches at Tresco are beautiful

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Jumping back on the bike I take a different track back towards the New Inn as I have a date with Tresco’s recently retired Harbour Master, Henry Birch. He has seen a relatively quiet summer as the strong winds have not helped sailors reach their destination on their limited holiday breaks. He tells me that his French visitors love the islands and drop by en route to Ireland.

Henry is looking forward to enjoying his retirement with family and friends on Tresco. By the way, if you want to follow in Henry’s steps this is a dream job for someone out there.

For more details go to www.tresco. co.uk/jobs - Harbour Master / Bosun I gather a picnic from the bulging Tresco Stores and head to the beach, ducking out of the wind to enjoy the warm October sunshine. I admire a lovely piece of rock studded with ironware and barnacles and the incredibly clear water washing the pale sands.

later – but the views over to St Martins are beguiling any time of day.

The seafood is morning fresh here, so it would be rude not to try the Fritto Misto, which comes with home made garlic mayo and includes whitebait, prawns, squid and mussels, along with some incredibly succulent hunks of hake.

Perfection when this fresh. And call me a heathen but it was very good with my Tarquin’s G&T. Cornish gin in a distinctive, if un-gin-like, bottle and offered with orange rather than lemon. Very good.

Having admired Tresco’s own beef heard today I could not resist the slow cooked Ruby Red pappardelle with porcini, offset by the clean crunch of grated celeriac and parmesan on top. The house Sangiovese was perfect with this and cut through the richness.

But the art was in the tart. James Norcott is head chef and his pastry skills are superb. I chose the lemon curd tartlet with berry compote and ginger ice cream.

Quite perfect.

Crisp pastry, brûlée top covering smooth, nicely runny filling with intense flavour, softened by the berries and ice cream – if you do not have the lemon bug as I do, this helps calm the tongue.

Best bites here: the pizzas, scallops and indeed any of the specials cooked in the wood oven, confit of duck and the Ruby Red sirloin steaks. And for lunch? The sharing platter of meats and cheeses.

Next month we continue the story and pop over to Bryher.

HEADING FOR DINNER

Back at the New Inn we borrow lights for the bikes and head over the hill to the Ruin Café for dinner. We head off early so that we can enjoy the views.

Exploring by bike means you can earmark the best cottages and mark them down on the lovely hand drawn map to remember which ones to book next spring. The Ruin is wonderfully cosy, with everyone enjoying that sea view.

This is the sunrise side of Tresco – more

■ www.tresco.co.uk ■ www.islesofscilly-travel.co.uk *The Scillonian sails from March – November, as do flights from Exeter

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MARINA FOCUS SPOTLIGHT ON UK MARINAS & HARBOURS

WEYMOUTH MARINA

This modern, purpose built marina is positioned in the centre of this lively, Georgian seaside town, with bucket loads of things to do for all the family.

Commercial Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8NA Tel: 01305 767576 Fax: 01305 767575 berths@weymouthmarina.co.uk www.weymouthmarina.co.uk

SITUATED in the sheltered harbour, beyond the lifting bridge, berth holders and visitors can enjoy a calm night’s sleep with instant access to the town’s shops, restaurants, bars, wonderful walks and, of course, the sheltered, sandy beach.

With its own private car park, modern washrooms and launderette on site, Weymouth Marina is a popular destination for visitors.

Whether looking for a convenient stop off before rounding Portland Bill and heading west or a permanent base from which to explore the wild beauty of the Jurassic Coast you will always find a warm welcome at Weymouth Marina.

Location first and foremost is the main attraction. The marina welcomes families and sociable sailors who like the choice

of activities in the area. From live bands to jet skiing – there is so much to do in Weymouth itself coupled with a top rated, safe, sandy beach and the joys of an unspoilt coastline to explore.

Efficient road and rail networks add to the mix, with the mainline station to Waterloo just a short walk away. It is the ideal location for the sailor who likes a little bit of everything.

Visitors also come here for the warm welcome and the carnival atmosphere that is present in Weymouth’s bunting adorned side-streets.

Weymouth BID ensures a steady stream of events throughout the year to entertain all ages; their winter calendar has been most successful with an ice rink, events stage and Christmas market.

FACILITIES

Dean & Reddyhoff started building the marina in 1996 and finished in 2000. Since that time a new ground floor wet room for families and disabled berth holders have been added.

■ There are excellent 24 hour CCTV cover with electronic coded gates ensuring a high level of security.

■ There is good free WiFi across the marina for berth holders and a pc in the office.

■ There is bike hire on site. Contact them at hire@weymouthbikehire.co.uk or on 07973 751393 ■ They offer the same services to visitors and have 25 allocated berths for them.

■ There are a couple of local chandleries, W L Bussells and Kingfisher Marine, and for bigger jobs you have Mechanical Services at Osprey Quay on Portland.

BERTHING & STORAGE

All berths have fresh water and electricity on the pontoons. Weymouth is a lively sailing centre with an active fishing fleet, so there is a good range of marine services available, though not on-site.

There are 300 fully serviced berths, including 25 dedicated visitors’ berths and they can accommodate up to say 20m LOA and 2m draft.

Though not actively publicised there are a few live aboards at Weymouth, adding to the security of the site.

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ACCESS

WEYMOUTH Marina is set at the far end of the old harbour, beyond the lifting bridge. Please call the marina on VHF Channel 80 pre-arrival or call 01305 767576 The lifting bridge is the main obstacle to overcome and it is best to listen on Channel 12 for any announcements 15 minutes before you plan to enter the harbour. There is a waiting pontoon just before the bridge on the port side.

Please call the marina on VHF Channel 80 pre-arrival or call 01305 767576 Good road and rail networks bring visitors to the marina via British Rail (2 hrs 50 mins from Waterloo) or the A35 from the east and west. At Dorchester you follow signs for Weymouth on the A354 and will see the marina on your left, just after the RSPB Bird Reserve.

Turn left at the crossroads, cross the bridge and turn right at the lights into Commercial Road and you will find the marina entrance some

600m down on your right, just past the big green D&R buoy.

CRUISING

DEPENDING upon the time of year, weather and if you are sail or power, the cruising choices are wide. Head out east to Lulworth Cove for a picnic lunch or row ashore to enjoy the pub, take the kids for a spin round the bay on that inflatable banana or if short

on time head to Portland Marina and try out the new pub or café for lunch or tea.

For a weekend cruise head either to Poole Harbour or Lyme Regis – and in good weather perhaps as far as Dartmouth.

For a longer distance cruise there are many choices including Dartmouth, the Channel Isles or the Solent.

“VISITORS COME HERE FOR BOTH THE LOCATION AND THE WARM WELCOME AND THE CARNIVAL ATMOSPHERE THAT IS PRESENT IN WEYMOUTH’S BUNTING ADORNED SIDE-STREETS ALL YEAR ROUND“

PERSONAL RECOMMENDATIONS

“Some people tend to worry about the bridge cutting down on your access time, but we knew that this was not a major issue due to the excellent waiting pontoons and regular bridge

openings. The marina is incredibly sheltered. There is very little tide and no swell or anything up here. In addition to which, you are relatively sheltered from the wind and so close to the town centre which is really great.”

John and Freda Hasker

FURTHER INFORMATION

LOCAL EATERIES

WITH an active fishing fleet it would be rude not to try the Fish & Chips – but which one?

There are two camps here: Marlborough on the sea front (famous for introducing the mackerel bap and earning huge support from Hugh FW in the process) or Fish n Fritz, a lovely clean, tiled restaurant a couple of streets back, that offers ‘Suspended Coffee’.

No 4 is a good choice for that special night out and for in between you have The Stable, right on the quay, and the George next door shares the same

fabulous views over the commercial fishing boats.

A short step along Commercial Road and you will find Dorset Burger Company. Following their growing success they have relocated to bigger premises near the station opposite the Dorset Real Pie & Ale Shop, which is also worth a visit.

Other favourites include the Red Lion with great pub food, well kept beer and live music on Sundays and SALT is always worth a visit.

For supermarkets there are four within a few minutes of the marina: Londis, Tesco Metro, M&S and ASDA.

THINGS TO DO

As the marina is based right in the middle of Weymouth nothing is too far away.

The area is steeped in nautical history including WWII landing craft setting sail from Weymouth to the dreadful day HMS Illustrious’ liberty boat capsized in the bay whilst taking the crew back to the ship after a night on the town.

Find out more about Nothe Fort, which housed the 26 Company of the Royal Engineers whilst building the sea defences from 1860 – 1872 to protect Portland Harbour, which was becoming an increasingly important Royal Navy base.

■ The Rodwell Trail: hire@weymouthbikehire.co.uk ■ Rodwell Trail and many other cycle routes: www.gps-routes.co.uk ■ Weymouth to Dorchester option: http://www.gps-routes.co.uk/routes/home. nsf/RoutesLinksCycle/dorchester-to-weymouth-cycle ■ Walk to the RSPB wetlands, just minutes from the marina and join the twitchers spotting visiting and migrating birds.

■ Sealife Adventure Park and the Tower www.sealifeweymouth.com ■ www.visit-dorset.com ■ www.jurassiccoast.org ■ www.love-weymouth.co.uk ■ www.bussells.co.uk ■ www.kingfishermarine.co.uk ■ www.mechanicalservicesltd.co.uk ■ www.love-weymouth.co.uk ■ www.nothefort.org.uk ■ www.dorsetecho.co.uk/dday/

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MARINA GUIDE JANUARY 2016

THE SOUTH COAST

SOUTH WEST

PREMIER MARINAS FALMOUTH North Parade, Falmouth, Cornwall. TR11 2TD T: 01326 316620 F: 01326 313939 VHF: 80 E: falmouth@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com New dry stack for boats up to 8 metres MYLOR YACHT HARBOUR Manager/contact: Culum Matheson Mylor Yacht Harbour, Mylor Churchtown, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 5UF T: 01326 372 121 VHF: 37 / 80 E: marina@mylor.com W: www.mylor.com MAYFLOWER MARINA Manager: Charles Bush Mayflower Marina, Richmond Walk, Plymouth, Devon PL1 4LS. T: 01752 556633 F: 01752 606896 E: info@mayflowermarina.co.uk www.mayflowermarina.co.uk PLYMOUTH YACHT HAVEN Manager: Steve Kitchen Shaw Way, Mount Batten Plymouth, Devon, PL9 9XH T: 01752 404231 E: plymouth@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com YACHT HAVEN QUAY, PLYMOUTH Manager: Will Rahder Breakwater Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL9 7FE T: 01752 481190 E: boatyard@yachthavenquay.com W: www.yachthavens.com QUEEN ANNE’S BATTERY Manager: Chris Price Queen Anne’s Battery, Plymouth Devon. PL4 0LP T: 01752 671142 F: 01752 266297 E: qab@mdlmarinas.co.uk www.queenannesbattery.co.uk DARTSIDE MARINE SERVICE CENTRE Manager: Shaw Smith Galmpton Creek, Galmpton, Brixham, Devon. TQ5 0EH T: 01803 845445 F: 01803 843558 W: www.dartsidequay.co.uk BRIXHAM MARINA Manager: Shaw Smith Berry Head Road, Devon. TQ5 9BW T: 01803 882929 E: brixham@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.brixhammarina.co.uk TORQUAY MARINA Manager: Mike Smith Torquay, Devon TQ2 5EQ T: 01803 200210 F: 01803 200225 E: torquaymarina@mdlmarinas.co.uk

WEYMOUTH MARINA Manager: Alistair Clarke Commercial Road, Weymouth Dorset. DT4 8NA T: 01305 767576 F: 01305 767575 E: berths@weymouthmarina.co.uk W: www.weymouthmarina.co.uk WEYMOUTH HARBOUR Manager/contact - Keith Howorth 13 Custom House Quay, Weymouth Tel - 01305 838423 b.office3@westdorset-weymouth.gov.uk W - http://harbour.weymouth.gov.uk PORTLAND MARINA Manager: Russ Levett Osprey Quay, Portland, Dorset. DT5 1DX T: 08454 30 2012 E: berths@portlandmarina.co.uk W: www.portlandmarina.co.uk LAKE YARD MARINA Manager/contact - Mr Robin Culpan Lake Yard Marina, Lake Drive, Hamworthy, Poole, Dorset. BH15 4DT T - 01202 6745313 E: office@lakeyard.com W -www.lakeyard.co.uk POOLE QUAY BOAT HAVEN Manager: John Binder Poole Quay Boat Haven, Poole Town Quay, Poole, Dorset. BH15 1HJ Tel/Fax: 01202 649488 E: info@poolequayboathaven.co.uk W: www.poolequayboathaven.co.uk PORT OF POOLE MARINA Manager: John Binder Poole Quay Boat Haven, Poole Town Quay, Poole, Dorset. BH15 1HJ Tel/Fax: 01202 649 488 E: info@poolequayboathaven.co.uk W: www.poolequayboathaven.co.uk SALTERNS MARINA LTD Manager: Simon Chalk 40 Salterns Way, Lilliput, Poole, Dorset. BH14 8JR T: 01202 709971 F: 01202 700398 E: reception@salterns.co.uk W: www.salterns.co.uk

COBB’S QUAY MARINA Manager: David Wilson Hamworthy, Poole, Dorset.

BH15 4EL T: 01202 674299 F: 01202 665217 E: cobbsquay@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.cobbsquaymarina.co.uk LYMINGTON YACHT HAVEN Manager: Rupert Wagstaff Kings Saltern Road Lymington, Hampshire SO41 3QD T: 01590 677071 E: lymington@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com 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 HAVEN QUAY, LYMINGTON Manager: Ali Neal Mill Lane, Lymington Hampshire, SO41 9AZ T: 01590 677072 E: havenquay@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com DEACONS MARINA Manager/Contact name: Anne Bland Address: Bursledon Bridge, Southampton SO31 8AZ T 023 80 402253 F: 023 80 405665 E: admin@deaconsmarina.com www.deaconsmarina.com HYTHE MARINA VILLAGE Manager: Adrian Gilson The Lock Building, Shamrock Way Hythe, Southampton, Hampshire.

SO45 6DY T: 023 8020 7073 E: hythe@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.hythemarinavillage.co.uk OCEAN VILLAGE MARINA Manager: Debbie Burns Marina Office, 2 Channel Way Southampton, Hampshire.

SO14 3TG T: 023 8022 9385 E: oceanvillage@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.oceanvillagemarina.co.uk

Life-saving defibrillator installed at Swanwick Marina

Swanwick Marina is the first across Premier Marinas portfolio of eight marinas to install this life-saving equipment. The new defibrillator is situated by the Marina Reception, adjacent to the laundry facilities.

The defibrillator, which can help resuscitate people who have suffered a sudden cardiac arrest, is designed so even amateur first aiders can administer treatment with minimal instruction; emitting a high energy electric shock which restores the heart’s natural rhythm. “This is a great addition to the lifesaving equipment that we have on site which is registered with the NHS/ local Ambulance Service and available for anyone to use in an emergency”

said Andy Osman, CMM. To give people the confidence to act quickly and appropriately in an emergency, these portable and fully automatic defibrillators will be installed across all eight of Premier’s marinas in the coming months.

SHAMROCK QUAY Manager: Jonathan Walcroft William Street, Northam, Southampton Hampshire.

SO14 5QL T: 023 8022 9461 E: shamrockquay@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.shamrockquay.co.uk

PREMIER MARINAS SWANWICK Swanwick (on the Hamble) Southampton, Hants. SO31 1ZL T: 01489 884081 F: 01489 579073 E: swanwick@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com New dry stack for boats up to 11 metres

SAXON WHARF Manager: Jonathan Walcroft Lower York Street, Northam,Southampton. SO14 5QF T: 023 8033 9490 F: 023 8033 5215 E: saxonwharf@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.saxonwharf.co.uk

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

HAMBLE POINT MARINA Manager: Nicholas Parton School Lane, Hamble, Southampton Hampshire. SO31 4NB T: 023 8045 2464 F: 023 8045 6440 E: hamblepoint@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.hamblepointmarina.co.uk PORT HAMBLE MARINA Manager: Colin Jefferies Satchell Lane, Hamble, Southampton Hampshire. SO31 4QD T: 023 8045 274,1 F: 023 8045 5206 E: porthamble@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.porthamblemarina.co.uk MERCURY YACHT HARBOUR Manager: Colin Jefferies 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

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 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! 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

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Plymouth Marina wins Gold in Tourism Awards The team from Plymouth’s Mayflower Marina is celebrating yet another success after being awarded Gold at the Devon Tourism Awards. The popular Marina on Richmond Walk scooped the top prize in the Active and Sporting Category, to the delight of its Managing Director, Charles Bush.

Charles Bush: “A fantastic and huge surprise to win gold in the Active and Sporting Category at the Devon Tourism Awards. Plymouth had a good night with a number of golds, silver and bronzes confirming the City’s tourism credentials. Congratulations to all the winners and runners up and many thanks to the organisers for putting such an event together and in such style.”

The shortlisted attractions were visited by a Mystery Shopper. The Marina’s staff and facilities were described as ‘the friendliest, most helpful marina I have stayed at in the southwest....there is no facility a yacht requires that is not on hand...The level of service and value for money is

WE WOULD LIKE TO HEAR WHAT YOU LOVE ABOUT YOUR MARINA Tell us in no more than 500 words what makes special: 1. Why did you choose Your Marina?

2. What makes Your Marina unique? (facilities, the staff, position, events, price, the access by land or sea or the cruising opportunities)

superb. Really impressed’. The Devon Tourism award rounds off a successful 2015 for the Marina, it was awarded

‘UK Coastal Marina of the Year’ for the second consecutive year in January and the 5 Gold Anchor Award in July.

3. What are the local cruising destinations?

PREMIER MARINAS PORT SOLENT South Lockside, Port Solent, Portsmouth, Hampshire. PO6 4TJ T: 023 9221 0765 F: 023 9232 4241 E: portsolent@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com 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 GUNWHARF QUAYS MARINA Manager: Carl Jarmaine Marina Manager Gunwharf Quays Marina office.

Gunwharf Quays. Portsmouth.

Hampshire PO1 3TZ T: 02392 836732 E: marina@gunwharf-quays.com W: www.gunwharf-quays.com WATCHET HARBOUR MARINA Manager: James Burnell 10 The Esplanade, Watchet, Somerset, TA23 0AJ T: 01984 631264 E: james@watchetharbour.co.uk W: www.Watchetharbour.co.uk

ISLE OF WIGHT

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 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

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 ISLAND HARBOUR MARINA Manager/Contact name: Darren Cooke Mill Lane, Newport, Isle of Wight PO30 2LA T: 01983 539994 E: info@island-harbour.co.uk W :www.island-harbour.co.uk

SOUTH EAST 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

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 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 PREMIER MARINAS CHICHESTER Birdham (Chichester Harbour) West Sussex. PO20 7EJ T: 01243 512731 E: chichester@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com SMALL BOATS WELCOME

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 LITTLEHAMPTON YACHT CLUB (LYC) Rope House, Rope Walk Littlehampton, West Sussex BN17 5DH Office: Fiona Boyce: 01903 713 996 Berthing Master: Bill Kellett T: 01903 732 926 F: 01903 725 911 E: fiona@littlehamptonyachtclub.co.uk W: www.littlehamptonyachtclub.co.uk PREMIER MARINAS BRIGHTON West Jetty, Brighton, East Sussex.

BN2 5UP T: 01273 819919 F: 01273 675082 E: brighton@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com 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

4. Are there any historical or local facts about the area that are interesting to yachtsmen?

5. Do you have any recommendations for local pubs, restaurants or cafes within walking distance or must-see highlights in the local area? (can include a good local chandler or supermarket)

Please remember to include full contact details for Your Marina. Also include personal details (names/ages/boats owned) and a photo of yourselves, your boat and/or your marina. Please ensure you have the necessary permission to use the photos in All at Sea.

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East Cowes Marina starts Phase Three of its dredging programme in early January, creating deep water berths for over 40 boats. The license to carry out dredging work allows Dean & Reddyhoff to remove 18,700 tonnes of silt on a yearly basis up to a total of 56,100 tonnes.

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between 13,000 m3 and 20,000 m3 depending on time and permissions, and dispose of most of it at the Nab Tower spoil ground, with a small percentage going to Hurst Narrows spoil ground during bad weather, and we hope to complete by Easter, ready for the season’.

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It is important for boaters to keep up-to-date with the latest pleasure boat legislation. Here we look at a recent change in which British pleasure craft over 45ft have been freed from having to carry some of the safety equipment formerly specified under the Merchant Shipping Act.

THE new guidance is contained in the Maritime and Coastguard Agency’s Marine Guidance Notice (MGN) 538, which provides an overview of the Merchant Shipping legislation that applies to pleasure vessels.

The MGN includes general exemptions that provide ‘equivalent standards’ for carrying life-saving and firefighting equipment on Category XII craft (pleasure craft over 13.7m, 45ft). The exemptions recognise that Merchant Shipping requirements were difficult to comply with and sometimes in conflict with the EU’s Recreational Craft Directive and some inland waters regulations.

The new equivalent standards have been drawn up after lengthy consultations between the MCA and the RYA. These take account of the type of equipment that is readily available and commonly used by private boat owners.

The changes have most impact on inland waters craft which used to be required to carry similar equipment to sea-going boats. The old rules did not differentiate well between ‘categorised water’ (inland, sheltered tidal, large lakes and so on) and ‘sea’.

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Originally the equivalent standards applied equally to a narrowboat on Category A waters, such as a canal, as much as to sea-going boats. The unintentional consequence of this fact was that narrowboats over 45ft in length were required to carry lifejackets for each of the crew members, a maritime radio and also handheld flares.

The safety equipment legislation has changed for many boaters

The RYA has successfully argued that: ■ Private boats on Category A and B waters should not be required to carry lifejackets for all on board, a maritime radio or handheld flares.

■ Buoyancy aids and lifejackets are acceptable for Class XII vessels used on both Category C and D waters, such as tidal rivers, estuaries and large, deep lakes, and vessels remaining within three miles of the coast.

■ Emergency lifejacket lights are not required if the vessel’s intended operation is in daylight hours or in good visibility.

■ A lifebuoy may be replaced with an 18m rescue line and quoit in Category A or B waters.

Do you know which flares, if any, you should carry on your boat?

■ A ship on voyages solely on Category A or B waters will be considered to comply with the minimum firefighting equivalent standards if it is issued with a valid Boat Safety Scheme certificate.

DISTRESS ALERTING

The RYA has long argued that recreational craft should not have to carry pyrotechnics for distress signalling, as there is an abundance of modern, effective equipment such as EPIRB, PLB and VHF DSC for distress alerting and AIS, EVDS and SART for final mile location.

Affordable distress beacons are now readily available for recreational boaters, and it is worth noting that, on average, about five people are rescued every day with the assistance of Cospas-Sarsat alert and location data. In addition, DSC radio sets allow every other radio in range to be called at the same time if you are in trouble.

Modern communications technology has enabled the MCA to restructure the management and coordination of search and rescue. It seems logical to use modern distress-signalling techniques to communicate with search-and-rescue operation centres directly rather than relying on a third party to see your flare

and then report it. In recognition of the RYA’s case, the M CA has agreed to omit the requirement for Class XII vessels to carry parachute rocket flares, which are arguably the most dangerous.

For Category C waters and above, vessels should carry a maritime radio (ideally DSC enabled), four red handheld flares, two orange smoke signals and a third means of distress signalling, preferably either an EPIRB or PLB. This represents a giant leap in the right direction. The RYA is keen to build on its position on the carriage of flares in order to end compulsory carriage for UK craft up to 24m (78ft 9in) hull length.

As the representative voice of boating, the RYA seeks to influence all national legislation that may impact on any aspect of recreational boating or navigational safety. Why not join today and support the RYA in protecting your boating rights and freedoms? Take advantage of free advice and support on all aspects of your boating, as well as enjoying a range of personal member offers. Find out more by calling 0844 556 9556, email member.services@ rya.org.uk or visit www.rya.org.uk

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Spanish treasures Although not as popular as it once was, sherry remains a pleasant and comforting tipple at any time of year.

ONE of the treasures of the wine world since before the 16th century, sherry is full of flavour, makes an excellent apéritif and is ubiquitous in Andalucian tapas bars where it is often offered on draught.

Sales in the UK peaked in the 1970s. Since then they have steadily declined, due largely to a loss in popularity of the sweet and cream varieties.

Dryer sherries, though, are still around in plenty.

SHERRY GOLDEN TRIANGLE

Sherry begins as a wine made from white grapes grown and pressed in the defined Sherry Golden Triangle region of southern Spain, the ‘sherry towns’ of Jerez, El Puerto de Santa Maria and Sanlúcar de Barrameda.

The Triangle is renowned for its very chalky soil and only three grape varieties are authorised for sherry production: Palomino, the dominant grape in the region, Muscat of Alexandria (also known as Moscatel) and Pedro Ximénez, mainly used for flavouring.

The resulting base wine is crisp but neutral in character and has to be fortified with neutral distilled wine spirit or Spanish brandy to raise the alcoholic abv (alcohol by volume) to between 13 and 20 per cent.

Sherry is not a vintage-dated wine. It takes the Solero maturation and blending method in large vats to turn it into sherry, which is also how a producer maintains a consistent blend.

CASK TO VAT

But first the base wine is held in mainly American oak casks for several months. These are only filled to about 85 per cent and into this gap a natural yeast coating known as ‘flor’ spontaneously forms from the atmosphere at the winery.

The wine is then fortified and transferred to vats for the Solero part of the process. This is a permanent sequence of maturation vats and bottling is done by taking about one third out of the last vat in the sequence, the oldest sherrywine, and replenishing it from the adjacent one before it, which in turn is replenished from its neighbour and so on until newly made sherrywine is put into the first barrel in the line. The more vats in the chain and the older the system, the more subtle the wine.

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Hence the codes on bottle labels. Those marked VOS (very old sherries) are at least 20 years old, VORS (very old rare sherries) at least 30 years old and Añadas vintage dated sherries are from a single year.

Mainstream prices are from £7 to £10 a bottle but some older ones, 20 years or so, can be £20 plus.

These are examples of each type I found locally: ■ Fino: ‘Tio Pepe’ by Gonzales Byass, 15 per cent, £10 for 75cl ■ Manzilla: ‘La Gitana’ by Bodegas Hidalgo, 15 per cent, £8.50, 75cl ■ Fino Palomino: ‘Elegante’ 15 per cent, £6.50, 75cl.

■ Amontillado Medium Dry: Waitrose own brand, 18.5 per cent, £6.99, 75cl ■ Pedro Ximénez: Harvey’s VORS 30 year-old, 16 per cent, £21.99 per 50cl bottle ■ Cream: Rich Sweet by Waitrose 19.5 per cent, £6.99, 75cl

TASTE CHECK ■ Fino: crisp, delicate, yeasty, nutty and very versatile, usually about 15 per cent. Drink chilled or with an ice cube.

■ Manzanilla: fino-style from the coastal town of Sanluca, fresh with a distinctive salty tang.

■ Amontillado: aged fino, amber colour, nutty, fortified to about 17.5 per cent.

■ Oloroso: complex brown coloured matured in a single barrel (not Solero) for many years, rich and nutty.

■ Pedro Ximénez: made from air-dried grapes, with fermentation stopped early by the addition of spirit. Viscous and sweet, it tastes like liquid Christmas cake.

■ Cream: sweetened with Moscatel or Pedro Ximénez.

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