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As lockdown restrictions continue to be eased huge numbers will be taking to the water throughout the UK this summer as people opt for a staycation. British Marine has launched its ‘Summer on the Water’ campaign to inspire boaters and watersports enthusiasts, whatever their experience, budget or aspiration. In further positive news, there are a number of regattas and boating events to enjoy over the coming months too…

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SUMMER ON THE WATER FROM PAGE 1… The record number of people looking to get out on the water has inspired a new ‘Summer on the Water’ campaign. As COVID-19 makes more and more people take domestic breaks and holidays this summer instead of travelling abroad, the Great British staycation offers a prime opportunity for people to get kitted out and responsibly take to our waters. British Marine has therefore launched its new ‘Summer on the Water’ campaign, which aims to inspire boaters and watersports enthusiasts throughout the UK, to share their waterlust and discover incredible on-water opportunities and experiences on offer for all. A recent survey by lastminute. com showed a 45 per cent week-on-week increase in bookings for the UK, and also that 33 per cent of British people intend to stay in the country for their summer breaks this year. Whether living by the coast or near inland waterways, a first timer or seasoned expert, the water offers something for everyone to enjoy, including paddleboarding, motor cruising, surfing, kayaking, narrowboat cruising and dinghy sailing. After long periods of isolation and the pressures of lockdown, watersports can be fantastic for physical and mental wellbeing, offering a real sense of freedom and exploration. In the most recent Watersports Participation Survey, it was found that 67 per cent of those taking part in boating and watersport activities do so to seek mental and physical wellbeing.

British Marine’s Summer on the Water campaign website - www. summeronthewater.com - showcases the fantastic variety of on-the-doorstep activities and experiences across Britain, as well as information for helping people to get afloat as easily as possible. It highlights how people can find locations which offer ‘pay and play’ facilities, and the companies that offer day boat hire, or holidays on the water, and hundreds of training centres which can be found on the RYA website - www.rya.org.uk whether at sea or on the UK’s many miles of inland waterways. Lesley Robinson, CEO of British Marine, said: “Summer on the Water shows British people the rich variety of experiences that can be enjoyed right here on our own doorstep with on-water experiences to suit everybody and all budgets. Being afloat or just near the water offers many physical and mental health benefits and could be the perfect tonic for many, after weeks mainly confined to their homes and gardens. “Being on the water brings a huge amount of fun and enjoyment. Those who are new to watersports will want to access it with the help of suitable safe and socially distanced ‘how to’ courses and experiences which our British Marine members are now able to offer. It is great to enable everyone to get on the water responsibly whilst adhering to individual country government guidelines on travel, social distancing and hygiene requirements.” Watch the Summer on the Water Campaign Film at www.youtube.com/ watch?v=c0xsUmDjXVc.

Cowes Week announces cancellation COWES Week Limited has announced the cancellation of the 2020 Cowes Week regatta. The CWL team had hoped that it would be possible to hold the much-loved regatta this summer. In a statement the organisers said: “Despite the encouraging progress that is being made towards the UK’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, it is clear that running a large event that will bring many thousands of visitors to the small town of Cowes will not be possible while sufficiently protecting all those involved.” Laurence Mead, regatta director, said: “We know that this will be a huge disappointment to many, as indeed it is to the team at Cowes Week. We waited for as long as we realistically could to see how the situation might develop, on the basis that our competitors would want us to run the regatta if it were possible. “We appreciate the patience that everybody has shown while we have worked through different scenarios and would like to thank the hundreds of volunteers who have been on stand-by, ready to jump into action if needed.” Competitors already entered are being

contacted and will be invited to roll over their 2020 entry to the 2021 regatta, when Cowes Week will be back from 31 July - 7 August. After announcing its first-ever sponsorship of Cowes Week 2020 earlier this year, sponsoring the trophy for the newly introduced Club Cruiser Class, the Cruising Association has pledged its commitment to supporting the event in 2021.

The CA’s General Manager, Lucy Gray, said:“It is a shame for everyone that this year’s regatta will not take place as planned, but we are realists and wholly sympathetic to the reasons for cancelling. We are already looking forward to next year knowing it will be a regatta to remember, and even more exciting and welcoming for everyone.” www.cowesweek.co.uk Image: CWL/Martin Allen

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ALL ABOARD By Jane Hyde BACK in March when lockdown began and upcoming boating events were cancelled, others were re-scheduled for the summe. I imagine many of us therefore expected we would have returned to some kind of normality by now. Little did we know… Some shows and regattas took the early decision to cancel for this year, but others, hoping for a positive outcome, prolonged any final decision for as long as possible. One such event is the much-loved Cowes Week which, as you will have read in these pages, had been hoping to run next month. In the end, though, it became inevitable it was not going to be possible with the organisers explaining: “It is clear that running a large event that will bring many thousands of visitors to the small town of Cowes will not be possible while sufficiently protecting all those involved.” It is disappointing, but understandable, news. Still scheduled for September, however, are the Southampton Boat Show and the Round the Island Race. We will keep you posted with up-dates about these iconic events on the annual events calendar as we receive them. Also still happening is the British Motor Yacht Show next month. Not only is it still taking place but it has been extended too (see page 12). The organisers have made some changes which it is important to be aware of to manage numbers, entry will be by appointment, with visitors required to pre-register and make arrangements to view a specific boat or boats in advance of their arrival. We think that is a great way for ‘the show to go on’. As you read through this month’s news pages you will find there are

several regattas planned for next month too, so if you are feeling the need for some competitive sailing you had better get some practice in this month. For professional sailors, but equally exciting, the Vendée Globe remains on course for November and British hopeful Alex Thomson has been in touch to say that he and HUGO BOSS are back on the water with their focus very much on preparing for the race (see page 11). Also back on the water and working hard to make up for lost time is Sir Ben Ainslie’s INEOS TEAM UK. On page 10 you can find out how the America’s Cup team is dealing with social distancing measures and how the build on their race boat is progressing. It is not just sports men and women who are back on the water. With leisure boaters back too, there are more and more opportunities for days out, and not just for boat owners. Following the relaxation of lockdown measures, selfdrive boat hire and charter companies are able to operate again on a day basis (at the time of writing). This is great news for boaters and marine businesses. If you are thinking about a holiday afloat, either in the UK or abroad, our holiday page has more information about where you could go, as well as a reminder about the Cruising Association’s handy webpage depicting where in Europe there are cruising restrictions. However, there are interesting onwater adventures happening already – turn to pages 27 and 34 to read more! There is lots more to share with you about this issue from British Sailing Team news to the end of Evinrude, but I will leave you to read them… Stay safe. Jane Hyde

HUGE INCREASE SEEN IN COASTGUARD INCIDENTS THE HM Coastguard has reported that they attended 447 incidents over the last weekend in May, making it the busiest of 2020 to date. The Sunday saw a 168 per cent increase on the May 2019 average with 241 incidents, making it the busiest day of the year so far; Saturday was the second busiest with 206 incidents. Over the weekend the search and rescue helicopters were involved in 50 incidents and lifeboats

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POWER NEWS ............................... 19

AN ENVIRONMENTAL MISSION...... 27

Simon Everett brings news of the end of one outboard and the arrival of another.

The story of one couple’s environmentally friendly sailing adventure.

TIME AND TIDE .............................. 21

BOATING PEOPLE ........................ 27

Taken for granted nowadays, the development of the sea clock was anything but straightforward.

Getting to know Simon Walker, a sailor with some incredible adventures and stories to share.

KIT ................................................. 22 From smartwatches to lifejackets, we bring you news of the latest marine kit.

WHAT THE CHART MAKER DOES FOR US............................... 29

SHORESTYLE .............................. 23

In the final part of this series, the decisions a chart maker has to make.

Look the part this summer, plus a great idea to keep the family entertained on board.

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BOATING PEOPLE ........................ 25

Packing a grab bag – what do you actually need?

A fascinating insight into ocean racing with 11th Hour Racing’s Charlie Enright.

HOLIDAYS ...................................... 26 Where you can go, where not to go and holiday ideas to look forward to.

EXPERTS’ FORUM ........................ 30 Ross Collingwood, director of Vortec Marine, highlights steps boat owners should have taken when de-winterising a diesel engine.

were involved in 202 call outs. HM Coastguard said: “Very high numbers of people took to the beaches, coast and sea this weekend which led to a huge increase in the number of incidents. Boating, swimming and other sea-based activities are now allowed again across the UK, as is spending time on the beach. However, now more than ever, people need to respect the sea and the coast to ensure the safety of

themselves and their families. “Regardless of how well you know the coast, or how experienced you are in your chosen sport, the sea can still catch you out. In addition, the government guidelines around social distancing should continue to be observed by everyone in the UK.” If you get into trouble at sea or on the coast call 999 and ask for the Coastguard and they will come to your aid.

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ALL AT SEA QUIZ ......................... 32 Put your feet up with a cuppa and test your knowledge with All at Sea’s quiz.

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MARINA GUIDE ............................. 38 FOCUS ON TOKYO ....................... 35 How the British Sailing Team is preparing for Tokyo 2021 under the latest social distancing rules for elite sailors.

The latest news from around the UK’s marinas, plus your regional marina guide.

IN THE DRINK................................ 42 ABERYSTWYTH MARINA ............ 36 This month we head to Wales’ Aberystwyth Marina.

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NEWS SNAPS JETS LANDING

Four F-35Bs from 617 Squadron landed for the first time aboard the Royal Navy’s aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth last month. It marks the first time 617 Squadron – famously known as the Dambusters – has fully joined HMS Queen Elizabeth as the UK prepares to deploy the next generation squadron of fighter aircraft to operate from the sea. The F-35 jets that landed on board will be the same aircraft that will sail next year with the ship for her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group 21 deployment.

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An 80 Sunreef Power catamaran has been officially handed over to her new owner – tennis champion Rafael Nadal - in his hometown in Mallorca. Before commissioning the cat, Rafael Nadal and his family spent their holidays chartering a Sunreef Yachts’ sailing catamaran. The new yacht has fully personalised interiors, including a main deck saloon with access to the front terrace, an owner’s suite with an opening side balcony and luxurious guest cabins with en-suite bathrooms. There is also a spacious flybridge with bar, barbeque and relaxation area as well as a stern garage for a jet ski.

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It was reported in KentOnline that the Ministry of Defence is to pay £5 million ‘danger money’ to have the rusting masts of the American ship SS Richard Montgomery removed. Companies are being asked to tender for the delicate job. The ship sank in 1944 loaded with explosives, and remains a danger to shipping in the Thames. It Is reported to have 1,400 tonnes of bombs on board. Every year the government’s Maritime and Coastguard Agency commissions a survey to check how dangerous the deadly cargo is.

RYA’S COMMITMENT TO EQUALITY OF OPPORTUNITY PEOPLE and organisations across the globe have been coming together to speak out against racism. Many of those voices have come from the world of sport. As the first UK National Governing Body to achieve the advanced level of the Equality Standard for Sport, the RYA has reaffirmed its commitment to equality in support of the Black Lives Matter movement. In a statement the RYA said: “Tangible progress has been made in supporting a much more diverse group of people to reach their full potential in our sport, whether as recreational boaters, club members, competitors, instructors or volunteers. These role models are already inspiring the next generation and building better links between schools, community groups and clubs to increase BAME participation. But we know much more needs to be done, before our sport is as inclusive and diverse as we would like it to be.” Asher Robinson, RYA senior instructor at Westminster Boating Base, said: “Sailing is a sport that has affected my life in so many positive ways. I have made many lifetime friends from this amazing sport. “Although when it comes to certain

environments, it happens where you can be treated differently just because of the colour of your skin. It saddens me greatly that I was punished for things in my childhood that were only based on word of mouth.” RYA chief executive, Sarah Treseder, said: “We are acutely aware that people from BAME backgrounds are still underrepresented in our sport, despite the strength of our commitment to inclusivity. Policies need to be brought to life by the actions of everyone across our network – and we need to take even more proactive steps to ensure that the opportunities boating offers are available to everyone on a fair and equal basis. “The onus is on all of us to ensure that our sport, and especially our clubs and training centres, where most people have their first taste of boating, are welcoming to all and offer an encouraging experience. It is these actions, rather than words, that ultimately determine if our commitment to equality of opportunity is successful.” Chris Grant, one of the most senior black administrators in British sport, is one of those who has written to UK Sport and Sport England urging them to establish a forum where people can talk frankly about

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historical and present-day issues without criticism or prejudice. The RYA supports the proposal of such a forum to shine a light on these longstanding problems – and ultimately to change them. The organisation welcomes input from the BAME community about

your experiences of boating – positive or negative – and your views on where improvements can be made, or successes can be shared with others. Please email ask@rya.org.uk, or contact the RYA Safeguarding and Equality Manager at equality@rya.org.uk.

YACHT PINNED AGAINST CHAIN FERRY DRAMATIC footage was captured by Poole RNLI during a rescue in which a yacht was pinned against a chain ferry by a fast flowing tide at the entrance to Poole Harbour. The 24ft Shrimper, which had two people on board, had become entangled with the chain ferry on the inside of the harbour entrance as the ferry was heading to the North Haven side (Sandbanks side). The combination of the tide and the wind hampered any chance of the vessel getting free. When the Atlantic launched it was confirmed that one person was on the chain ferry and another was unaccounted for; as the lifeboat arrived on scene, both had been accounted for and were safe and well on board the chain ferry. A tow rope was established to

pull the stricken vessel clear. The Atlantic took the tow under load and maneuvered until it became free from the ramp and ferry and towed the vessel back to North Haven. Meanwhile, the chain ferry resumed its journey to the Sandbanks side and the D Class crew went to check that everyone on board was okay, with a member of the lifeboat crew going ashore to meet the ferry as it came in. Volunteer Helm Jonathan Clark said: “The conditions played a part in the incident today, with a strong ebb tide and a gusting south westerly wind, it really did not help the situation. The elements can be unforgiving.” Watch the video at the All at Sea Facebook page www.facebook.com/ allatseanewspaper.

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BRITISH Marine has confirmed that overnight stays on board all boats (private or hire) and the operation of passenger boats are permitted from 4 July. In late June a further easing of restrictions was announced in which Boris Johnson said: “Provided that no more than two households stay together, people will be free to stay overnight in self-contained accommodation.” The revised social distancing guidance says that people should remain two metres apart where possible. Where it is not possible, the guidance now says that a distance of one metre or more should be observed and further mitigation should be taken to reduce the risk of transmission. The guidance also confirms that gatherings indoors should only occur in groups of up to two households. With the revised social distancing requirements (1m+) and the permission of up to two households being allowed to gather indoors and stay in overnight accommodation, British Marine’s interpretation of the guidance would therefore allow two households to stay on board a single hire/charter boat, so long as they were able to keep a one metre social distance whilst implementing additional mitigation measures. Overnight stays should be on the proviso that the marina being used is open and operating

as COVID-secure. British Marine recommends checking with a marina or destination beforehand, and establishing the cleaning regimes and procedures. For passenger boat operators, guidance requires operators to consider the number of customers, or crowd density, that can reasonably enable social distancing. This will vary based on layout or usage and will take into account the total floorspace as well as pinch points and busy areas. Every region of the UK now has a timetable and an expected date to work from. In Scotland the tourism industry was set to reopen on 3 July. In Wales, more self-contained accommodation is expected to reopen from 13 July and in Northern Ireland the re-opening of some self-catering accommodation was set to start on 26 June. Paul Clark, manager of Kris Cruisers on the Thames, said: “We can now start to rebuild our business and we look forward to seeing some old and new faces back into our boatyard.” Alex Dunn, chief instructor at Hamble Point Yacht Charters, added: “It is great news that those who love to sail but are not boat owners are now able to safely get back on the water and enjoy the benefits of sailing. This is a potential lifeline for our business.”

DREAM Yacht Charter’s UK base in Port Hamble, Hampshire, is welcoming guests again, in line with the latest government guidelines. Sailors can choose from the UK fleet of 20 monohulls, ranging in length from 37 to 46ft, all available for charters in one of the UK’s premier sailing areas. In June the base welcomed back their Dufour 460GL, Oarsome Dream, which has spent the last seven-months in Antigua enjoying the Caribbean sailing season. In addition, Port Hamble is also home to a Merry Fisher 795 and a Zodiac Open 7 RIB for motorboat enthusiasts. A day at sea will blow away the cobwebs of recent weeks and with weather forecasts looking good for the near future, now is the perfect time to book a charter, with prices starting at

£480 (a one-day bareboat charter from Port Hamble in summer 2020). With direct access on to the Solent, Port Hamble Marina is the ideal starting point for time afloat. Within easy reach of the marina are the Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton and the Beaulieu River Nature Reserve. The coastline offers a multitude of coves and bays, perfect mooring points for a floating picnic. To ensure guest safety, Dream Yacht Charter has implemented additional measures for check-in, boat cleaning and on board hygiene, and will continue to monitor government advice. DreamYachtCharter.co.uk / 02380 455 527 / sales@dreamyachtcharter.co.uk Turn to page 26 to read more holiday news and ideas.

Your thoughts Would you be happy to charter a boat in the UK? Or, even further afield in Europe? We would love to know your thoughts and any concerns you might have. Post a comment at the All at Sea Facebook page (www.facebook.com/ allatseanewspaper) or send us an email at editor@allatsea.co.uk.

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HRSC RISES TO THE CHALLENGE

GETTING people sailing in small boats has been Hamble River Sailing Club’s mission since it was founded 101 years ago and that zeal to succeed has never been more needed than during the current crisis. Yacht and XOD racing on Wednesday evenings recommenced on 3 June, restricted to single household crews only and with amended SIs. Meanwhile dinghy sailing is going strong with junior sailing

for up to six of the more experienced Level 3 cadets, while the more leisurely MOB and WOW groups (Men on Beer and Women on Water) are going sailing in club dinghies on evenings when the tide time suits. ‘SUP’ paddle boards are available for hire by members and friends or ‘bubble groups’ and the super-keen Foxer dinghy fleet is racing as usual on Sunday mornings. All those taking part in club racing are tasked with maintaining strict social distancing with wash down routines for boats and equipment as appropriate to minimise risk to club members and helpers. The social side is not being neglected either, with takeaway drinks available outside on the patio after racing, again adhering to a strict safety regime. HRSC welcomes new members and looks forward to resuming full activities including sail training when RYA guidance and social distancing can be relaxed further. www.hrsc.org.uk

ROWING RECORD STARTED BRP has announced that it has re-oriented its marine business to focus on the growth of its boat brands. As a result, the company will discontinue production of Evinrude E-TEC and E-TEC G2 outboard engines. José Boisjoli, president and CEO of BRP, said: “Our outboard engines business has been greatly impacted by COVID-19, obliging us to discontinue production of our outboard motors immediately. This business segment had already been facing some challenges and the impact from the current context has forced our hand.” BRP has signed an agreement with Mercury Marine to support boat packages

and continue to supply outboard engines to BRP boat brands - Alumacraft, Manitou, Quintrex and Stacer. Chris Drees, Mercury Marine president, said: “We are excited for the BRP dealers and consumers to experience our new engines – and with our recent capacity related investments we are well positioned for continued growth.” BRP will continue to supply customers and their dealer network service parts and will honour manufacturer limited warranties. www.brp.com Turn to page 19 to read more about the end of Evinrude.

LONDON-born ocean rower Lia Ditton has embarked on her bid to set the fastest ever time for a solo crossing from San Francisco to Hawaii. As part of preparations to achieve her ultimate ambition to become the first person to row alone and unsupported across the North Pacific in 2021, the professional sailor and writer departed on the 2,500 mile journey from San Francisco to challenge the record of 52 days set by Rob Eustace in 2016. If Lia is still rowing beyond this time, she will attempt to

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break Roz Savage’s 2008 women’s record of 99 days. Before leaving, Lia said: “My decision to row the ‘half marathon’ before the full Japan to San Francisco attempt next year was originally a training row, but is now a fully-fledged record attempt! Once I leave, all I know is that I am going on an adventure.

Lia has been preparing herself and her boat for several years to ensure she is ready to take on the challenge of rowing 5,500 miles from Japan to San Francisco in spring 2021, bidding to succeed where 19 other attempts have failed. Follow her progress at rowliarow.com/find-lia/.

NEWS SNAPS YAMAHA CELEBRATES

Yamaha Motor Europe is to honour Yamaha’s 65th anniversary on 1 July with an extensive update to the corporate section of its website, reliving iconic moments throughout the brand’s racing history and looking back at some of Yamaha’s iconic products including the very first outboard engine, P-7. Users can also experience a range of other historical Yamaha stories from its 65-year history and go behind-the-scenes with customers and employees in the Moving You series. www.yamaha-motor.eu/gb/ en/about-us/

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NEWS SNAPS IDEAL CONDITIONS

Race conditions on 30 May, when the Round the Island Race was originally due to take place, were fantastic, so we are all hoping for similar sun and wind on 26 September for the first ever autumn edition of the Race. The organisers are closely monitoring progress in the UK’s recovery from COVID-19 and any developments that may affect the race. The revised Notice of Race incorporating the various date and timing changes is available at the event’s website, but in all other respects they expect to run the race exactly as planned. At the time of writing they have more than 640 entries. roundtheisland.org.uk

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BRITANNIA IS BACK BUT CUP DELAYED? Britannia sailing on the Solent in early June. Image: Cameron Gregory

INEOS TEAM UK are back on the water using new measures to keep the sailors and staff safe, but there are reports that America’s Cup events in New Zealand could be pushed back to January 2021.

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New takeout and delivery service, Captain Takeout, has launched at 60 High Street, Cowes. Their homemade doughnuts and sourdough pizzas are made-toorder and are branded ‘Captain Doughnut’ and ‘Captain Pizza’. The menu has been inspired by seaside living and includes a Surfboard Pizza, perfect for a quick grab and munch, and a Beach Pizza, shaped as a cone, so no dripping on you at the beach. CaptainTakeout.com

THE RestartSailing Group came together at the start of lockdown, with the sailing community working together to help get sailing restarted once restrictions were eased. Two key objectives have been to support activity to get people back to sailing at their local clubs and supporting the marine trade. They have announced the inaugural RestartSailing Regatta on 30 August. It will be open to a variety of sail boats as per the entry criteria at each host club. Sailors will compete in physically distanced club races at their club, sailing around average laps courses. The SailRacer GPS App and trackers will record the number of laps sailed, distance sailed and average time. No local race committee is required, and sailors choose when to start (within a starting window). Results will be

combined centrally to build up a national leaderboard. The RestartSailing Regatta will be broadcast live via Facebook with top Olympic coach Jon Emmett providing expert commentary. The RestartSailing Regatta will be a fantastic opportunity for the sailing community to work together and hopefully celebrate a return to sailing at the end of the summer. The flexible format has been designed for the RestartSailing Regatta to operate under evolving C19 guidelines and to adapt to any variants that may be current at the end of August. Clubs, classes and sailors are invited to register their interest at the RestartSailing website. restartsailing.org/event/restartsailing-regatta-1

and during lockdown the Portsmouth base of the America’s Cup team became a manufacturing hub for personal protective equipment. Now, though, they are back on the water and included in the team’s social distancing measures is a heatmap for every sailor, to ensure everyone stays two metres apart, as well as an electrical grinder to replace two of the crew members. Henri-Lloyd Face Coverings will also help INEOS TEAM UK as they get back to their training and development in their bid to bring the America’s Cup home. Team principal and skipper Ben Ainslie said: “As the team gets back to its daily routine and we return to the water on the Solent it is vital that everyone in the team and the community feels protected. We have put a number of measures in place to ensure that is the case including supplying all team members with HenriLloyd Face Coverings.” Alongside that are the team’s social distancing policies which they can monitor closely with Mafic devices. They are wearables that can be attached to the arm or personal flotation device that help them identify any hotspots where people are in danger of breaching social distancing rules. The devices record location and can recognise the unique movement patterns of team members completing different tasks to a high degree of detail. That output is then built into a series of dashboards that can be analysed by INEOS TEAM UK management to make smart, data-led decisions that improve social distancing and safety. The team are making sure they keep their first race boat, Britannia I, operational on the water in Portsmouth,

which they started doing again in early June. The team says that there are a lot of development items coming through that will eventually get on to the second boat. The team has also given an up-date on their progress of the build of the America’s Cup race boat, Britannia II. Carringtons, the boat builders, are said to be on track. However, it is all about getting to New Zealand. The team reports that they are doing “everything we can to work with the New Zealand authorities to go through the correct processes”. Sir Ben remains realistic, saying: “In the grand scheme of things there are people doing more important things, such as the heroes on the front line of the NHS – but we still cannot wait to go back to racing.” It had been hoped that the first event, after the cancelled spring events, would take place in December. However, it was reported in Newshub that the Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment, Auckland Council and its economic development arm, Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development, were pressing for the Christmas Cup event to start in January 2021. Emirates Team New Zealand has said, though, in a statement: “To clarify speculation on movements of America’s Cup regatta dates, the Defender confirms there is no change in the event schedule.” The Christmas Cup will be followed by the Challenger Series and the 36th America’s Cup, scheduled for 6 – 21 March. Henri-Lloyd Tube Face Covering 2PK & Filter (£30): www.henrilloyd.com/p/buffface-covering-2pk-and-filter Have you seen Britannia on the Solent? Send us your photos – editor@allatsea.co.uk.

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ALEX RETURNS TO THE WATER

NEWS SNAPS UNDERWATER ART

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VENDÉE GLOBE START APPROVED

THE start of the 9th Vendée Globe was confirmed on World Ocean Day – 8 June – to take place on 8 November, off Sables d’Olonne. Since the closing of the registration nominations on 1 November, 35 sailors have set themselves up to be on the starting line. As it stands 18 skippers (including Britain’s Samantha Davies and Miranda Merron) have completed their registration. A number still have to sail a 2,000mile solo course, compete in and finish the equivalent of a transatlantic race or complete their registration paperwork. They have until 1 September to do so (originally 1 July). Britain’s Alex Thomson, HUGO BOSS, for example, has yet to sail an additional qualifying distance. The SAEM Vendée, the organising company, also took the decision to set up a Start Village, which will open on 17 October. It will turn into the Race Village on 8 November, then the Finish Village to welcome the skippers home from their round the world race. The arrangements for the general public will be adapted to public

health requirements, which may affect sporting events, and they will have to be approved by the relevant authorities.

“The race will take place and it looks highly likely that it will be one of the most breathtaking in the history of solo round the world racing.” Yves Auvinet, President of the SAEM Vendée The lockdown led to the cancellation of The Transat CIC and the New York - Vendée Les Sables d’Olonne. The IMOCA class has set up a new race: the Vendée – Arctique – Les Sables d’Olonne. This 3,600-mile race will have a start and finish line in place off Les Sables d’Olonne, with waypoints to the West of Iceland and the North of the Azores. The planned start date is 4 July.

ALEX Thomson has returned to the water on board the new HUGO BOSS, the boat which he hopes will lead him to victory in the 2020 Vendée Globe. Alex and his team – much like their competitors in the IMOCA class – were unable to train on the water for some nine weeks due to COVID-19. Following the easing of lockdown restrictions, however, the team have been able to return to the water to commission the yacht, before recommencing their training. With less than four months to go until the start of the round-the-world endeavour, Alex has made clear the team’s sole focus over this period will be maximising their time on the water and optimising the performance of the HUGO BOSS boat: “For us, the focus is – and always has been – the Vendée Globe. Everything that we do now has to be geared towards us taking to the start line in the best possible shape. “Ahead of the Vendée we were scheduled to race in the New York to Vendée Transat, but the race was cancelled. IMOCA have since organised a replacement race - the Vendée-Arctic-Les Sables d’Olonne, but we have made the decision not to participate. “That decision was based on a number of factors. We felt that the race did not

align well with our schedule and there are also, of course, still restrictions on travel and quarantine requirements, which would make competing in the race more complex. For us, it was an unnecessary risk to take so close to the Vendee Globe. “Ultimately, quality time on the water is of paramount importance now and we have put together a schedule that we believe allows us to use the time we have left in the very best way.” Over the coming weeks and months, Alex and his crew will train offshore in a bid to further develop and enhance the performance of the HUGO BOSS boat, which launched in the summer of last year after more than two years in design and build. Alex will also complete his solo 2,000nm passage, a final qualification requirement for the Vendée Globe. “We feel in really good shape,” he continued. “Of course, like all the teams, we have lost time on the water, but that was out of our hands. The team has adapted well and we have really made the most of this period. Now it is about putting the knowledge we have gained - and projects we have worked hard to develop - to the test. HUGO BOSS is performing very well indeed!” www.alexthomsonracing.com

SPOTTED - “This is my dog Bruno, the sea faring Rottweiler on board our previous boat, Oliver’s Twist, a Sealine S23 in Torquay. We now have a Jeaneau Prestige 32 - Sea Jay - and Bruno is looking forward to getting out on it once lockdown is over.” Sophie Does your dog love the water too? Send us your photos! editor@allatsea.co.uk

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Two Royal Navy sailors, Giorgio Zsirai and Calum Dee, have completed the first-ever marathon on board HMS Queen Elizabeth. The pair ran 88 laps around the aircraft carrier’s four-acre flight deck as she was anchored in the Solent, finishing the 26-mile run within five hours.

SEAHORSES RETURN

Lockdown has been good news for seahorses, according to the Express & Star. Marine conservationists say that the endangered spiny seahorse has recolonised its former stronghold in Dorset. At a survey dive at Studland Bay, the Seahorse Trust discovered a total of 16 seahorses including pregnant males and a juvenile that had been born this year. The Trust says this is the largest number found in a single dive on the site since monitoring started there in 2008. The charity believes it is due to fewer people and boats and thus reduced noise and anchors during lockdown. Even seagrass has started to repair itself, which has helped them too.

CARRY ON LEARNING

On the water activities for the Scaramouche Sailing Trust have been on hold, but the learning, boat maintenance and shoreside coaching has continued. With the help of Paul Bew of City Sailing, training has taken to Zoom and online courses with practical courses and qualifications to follow once restrictions are lifted. Scaramouchesailing.org.uk

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BRITISH MOTOR YACHT SHOW RETURNS PREMIER Marinas has announced that the British Motor Yacht Show, due to take place last month, will now take place later in the summer with all the necessary precautions in place to ensure the safety of visitors and complying with Covid-19 regulations. The show will also be extended to nine days and will run over two weekends, from 1 August - 9 August, to give everyone the opportunity to view the boats they want to see. To manage visitor numbers, entry to the show will be strictly by appointment, with visitors required to pre-register and make arrangements to view a specific boat or boats, in advance of their arrival. Safety and security protocols will ensure social distancing is maintained at all times and there will be multiple hygiene stations for hand sanitising. A well matched collaboration showcasing top British brands, Fairline, Princess and Sunseeker,

this year’s event at Swanwick Marina will also welcome a number of high profile overseas brands. This includes Agapi, Axopar, Azimut, Bavaria, Bayliner, Beneteau, Brabus, BRIGG, ChrisCraft, Greenline, Invictus, Jeanneau, Prestige, Sealine as well as Williams Jet Tenders and Highfield Ribs. Fairline Southampton will display its Targa 45GT, Targa 45 Open, Targa 48 Open, Squadron 53 and Squadron 68 alongside the highly-anticipated F//Line 33 – a winner in the Motorboat Awards 2020. Princess Motor Yacht Sales will display a new breed of yacht, the Princess R35 - a fully carbon specimen, powered by V8 engines and reaching a top speed of 50 knots. Plus, in the water, Princess will be showing the F70, F62, S62, S66, V55, and V50. Making its UK debut at the show, Sunseeker Southampton will unveil the all-new Manhattan

68 – a model designed to offer high levels of comfort and luxury with incredible detailing. Other vessels on display will include the Sunseeker Manhattan 52 and Predator 50, 60 and 74. Now celebrating its seventh year, entry to this boutique show remains free, but boat viewings will be limited to a maximum of four people at a time – all from the same household. For those who wish to make an appointment to visit the British Motor Yacht Show or want further information on the exhibitor line up, details can be found at www. britishmotoryachtshow.com and for general enquiries, email BMYS@premiermarinas.com. Following submission of a request for an appointment, visitors will be contacted by the relevant brokers to discuss the boats in more detail and make appointments for private viewings.

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THE Royal Southern Yacht Club is inviting sailors to join them for a Club Racing Charity Regatta based in Hamble from 8 - 11 August. The Royal Southern YC plans four days of racing for the following classes: club class yachts, sports boats, dayboats and other classes with six or more entries. All racing and any services ashore will be organised in line with government guidance and they will follow all recommendations from the Harbour Authorities. A Notice of Race will be published on or before 15 July and an online entry system will be available. A limited entry is available for this event; let them know if you are interested and reserve a place at sailing@royal-southern.co.uk. Nominated charities for the Royal Southern YC Charity Cup Regatta are Solent Mind and Hamble Sea Scouts. www.royal-southern.co.uk

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SEAWORK CONFIRMS NEW DATES THE 23rd edition of Seawork has been moved to 15 - 17 June 2021. Andrew Webster, chief executive of Mercator Media Ltd, explained the decision: “Given the restrictions on travel and the effects that social distancing requirements will have on the operation of the exhibition, the team at Mercator Media has been examining alternatives and seeking the opinion of clients. There is also the added uncertainty surrounding further possible government actions and restrictions, both here in the UK and abroad. We would all prefer that this was not the case but, in the circumstances, we believe rescheduling to 2021 is now the best option for exhibitors and visitors.

“Seawork is a face-to-face exhibition where people meet to discuss new ideas and solutions for their commercial marine businesses and activities. Meeting up with client networks and making new ones is a key reason to attend. For the rest of 2020, it is evident that exhibitors and visitors may be less willing to attend, have serious concerns about travel and may feel their safety could be compromised. "While many of our clients depend on Seawork for their business, we are very conscious of the resource and time commitment that is involved and do not wish to produce a less than satisfactory compromise.” www.seawork.com

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BARTON MARINE SUPPORTS BOATERS

BARTON Marine are supporting the boating community and helping sailors get back out on the water following lockdown by providing social distancing floor stickers to yacht and sailing clubs and marine businesses around the UK and Europe, free of charge. The bright and bold nautical life ring design acts as a clear reminder for visitors and staff to follow the 2m distancing rules. Made of non-slip laminate, they address this key element of most ‘back to business’ risk assessments. More than 40 boating clubs requested packs of floor mat stickers within hours of launch, but there is still time to order for your club. Christian Brewer, Barton sales manager, said: “The acceptance of our social distancing floor mats has been huge and have been gratefully received judging by the many kind comments. We welcome the opportunity to help prepare marine clubs to safely welcome members back and we are keen to see photos of the floor mats in place!” Barton are proud to have supported the supply chain, remaining open and producing during lockdown. Committed to a strict safety program with social distancing directives, the entire Barton team

was involved in setting up and maintaining a rigorous hygiene and cleaning strategy that kept everyone healthy at work and home. For a floor sticker pack get in touch on 01227 792 979 or sales@bartonmarine.com.

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FUTURE THOUGHTS

NEWS SNAPS ISLANDS OPEN

The U.S. Virgin Islands reopened to travellers in June. Commissioner of Tourism, Joseph Boschulte, said: “We have been building COVID-19 mitigation and response capacity, and preparing protocols to protect the health and safety of residents and visitors alike. We did not want to rush to reopen in reaction to what other destinations are doing.”

MONTENEGRO OPEN

Porto Montenegro confirmed that, because Montenegro has, at the time of writing, zero cases of COVID-19 and with no new cases in the last 28 days, the government has introduced further relaxation measures for maritime traffic, in particular international arrivals. Montenegro is opening its borders for all the countries with less than 25 people infected per 100,000 inhabitants.

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Sentinel Marine solutions has developed an information and recommendation tool for finding a sailing destination based on your current location, weather conditions and your points of interest. The tool generates destination options and gives information including sailing conditions and estimated time of arrival, and also tells you whether it is an anchor or marina spot. Destinations is available in Croatia within the Sentinel mobile apps. Register at www.bayfinder.app, so you can be notified when other areas are covered. Read more holiday news on page 26.

JOB LOSSES

WHAT are your thoughts on the future of boating and boat insurance? Do you feel that no one ever listens? The Boating Marketplace Survey 2020 provides you with an opportunity to share your opinion and be in with a chance of winning a prize hamper of boating goods worth around £1,000 for yourself and a £1,000 cash prize for your chosen club and/ or association. The survey is open until 31 August and MS Amlin is seeking opinions from all sectors of the boating marketplace, from the inland waterways, to the lakes and the coast. Despite lockdown easing and allowing

many boaters back onto the water, the coronavirus pandemic remains an unprecedented situation and has had a huge impact on society. The MS Amlin Boat Insurance team would like to gather as many thoughts on the future of boating and boat insurance as possible from across the boating spectrum. The goal is to generate insights which will feed discussions about possible future product developments to better serve the yacht market and any changing needs. boatinsure.co.uk. Survey: www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/ LGFHNTM

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AFTER a recruitment drive in 2019, Fairline Yachts is now looking at cutting more than 50 per cent of its workforce. At the end of its restructuring process, the boat builder should have about 210 employees, its workforce of 2017. Peter McNulty, Fairline chief operating officer, said: Whilst we have continued to sell boats throughout this challenging time, this is unfortunately not in the volume we would expect under normal circumstances. We are one of many businesses that need to re-shape in order to align with reduced market demand through the remainder of 2020 and beyond.”

The 14 day quarantine imposed on UK arrivals was also mentioned as hindering the company with customers unable to easily visit the UK to view boats and UK owners with boats abroad unable to access them easily. Fairline Yachts has also announced it has extended its standard manufacturer’s warranty from one to two years for free. Applicable to any new boat purchased from Fairline’s global dealer network between 1 January 2020 and 31 August 2020, this initiative is in direct response to the Covid-19 global pandemic during which time many owners are unable to use their boats.

IT'S THE PRINCESS X95!

PRINCESS Yachts has shared some behind-the-scene images of the first ever X95, on her latest sea trial, which took place in Plymouth last month. The X95 is the first model in the new X Class. Both the flybridge and main deck interior space cover almost the full length of the yacht, creating the SuperFlybridge, the XClass’s defining characteristic. On board, the standard guest accommodation

for up to eight can be found on the lower deck, comprising a full-beam master stateroom amidships, two twin guest cabins and a double VIP suite forward. However, the first X95 incorporates a five-cabin arrangement with a full beam main deck master suite, plus a non-standard lower deck layout including aft VIP stateroom with adjoining gym room, complete with treadmill and TRX training area.

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MAKE THOSE SAFETY CHECKS CREWSAVER has advised boaters to ensure they carry out rigorous equipment checks before they put their boats on the water. Matthew Bridge, commercial director of the Survitec brands Crewsaver and Yak, said: “Our message is do get out on the water but be safe and keep to the government guidelines to protect the emergency services. Before you head out, we strongly advise you to give your boat a good inspection and check your safety equipment. “Lifejackets, flares, fire extinguishers, first aid supplies, and liferafts in particular, should be thoroughly checked before putting to sea to ensure they are damagefree and equipment is still in date. “An obvious sign of a potential problem with a lifejacket is discolouration or corrosion. Lifejacket fabric should be checked for cuts, tears, abrasion and signs of damage caused by heat before manually inflating and leaving it for 12 hours. Gas cylinders, lights, toggles and whistles should also be checked.”

EXTRA CARE ADVISED

WESCOM Signal and Rescue is urging the public to take extra care of personal safety on the water this summer. The company’s announcement follows the RNLI’s safety warning to remind people that rescue services may be under strain due to the pandemic. WesCom Signal and Rescue is encouraging paddlesport and personal watercraft enthusiasts to consider buying suitable lifesaving equipment before going on the water. Chris Feibusch, director of global marketing and communications at WesCom Signal and Rescue, said: “With the incredible weather it

can be all too easy to forget how unpredictable and dangerous the UK’s waters can be, even when conditions appear perfect. Safety should always be a top priority when heading out on the water, but with no lifeguards on patrol, it matters more than ever.” According to the RNLI, during the first weekend of eased restrictions, coastguard rescue teams were called out almost 200 times to incidents involving in-shore activities we largely consider safe, such as paddleboarding, kayaking, windsurfing and kitesurfing. Paddlesports have seen a huge

Referring to Crewsaver’s #LifejacketSafe campaign, Mark Lutman, Survitec’s global technical sales manager, Life Saving Appliances, said: “We recommend lifejackets are returned to the manufacturer or a qualified service agent for a full service every 12 months. Wear and contamination from salt spray, sand and dirt will all contribute to decreasing lifejacket efficiency.” Other equipment that should undergo inspection includes flares, the contents of first aid boxes and, where installed, liferafts. Matthew added: “If fire extinguishers are on board, regular inspections are advised to check for signs of damage, corrosion or leakage. Locking pins, seals and tamper indicators should be in place and the pressure gauge must indicate the correct cylinder pressure range. In most cases, the correct pressure will be marked in green on the gauge.” Watch the CrewSaver series of ‘how-to’ videos: crewsaver.com/uk/how-to-guides

surge in popularity in recent years – with over 1.9 million people in the UK trying canoeing and paddleboarding – but many people are inexperienced on the water and unaware of the essential safety equipment they should be carrying. WesCom Signal and Rescue is encouraging paddlesport and PWC enthusiasts to carry a Pains Wessex Mini Flare Kit or Handsmoke whilst out on the water to ensure they can be found quickly in the event of an accident or emergency. Chris said: “We always recommend carrying more than one safety device to increase your chances of raising the alarm and getting found in an emergency. Pyrotechnics are unique as

they do not rely on battery power or electronics, cannot be extinguished once ignited, perform reliably after submersion in water and can withstand extreme environmental weather conditions.” Other safety advice from WesCom Signal and Rescue includes: n Wear a personal floatation device n Never leave home without a signalling device n Check weather conditions and tide times n Always tell someone where you are going n Know your limits www.wescomsignal.com Read more kit news on page 22.

NEWS SNAPS CLUB FUNDING

West Norfolk’s Snettisham Beach Sailing Club has been awarded £6,000 of National Lottery funding from Sport England’s Community Emergency Fund towards payment of essential fixed expenses during the pandemic. The money will allow the club to meet essential costs such as wages, insurance and licensing.

CANAL RESTRICTIONS

The Canal and River Trust has welcomed the phased reopening of navigation to private boats and the return of angling and paddle sports since last month. However navigation opportunities along the Leeds & Liverpool, Peak Forest and Macclesfield canals will be restricted due to the combined effect of reduced reservoir capacity and one of the driest springs on record. To conserve water and ensure navigation opens in July and August, the three North West canals were not re-opened on 1 June when restrictions were relaxed across the rest of the canal network. Their towpaths remained open for people to enjoy exercise and being in the outdoors, close to nature.

C-MAP WEBSITE

C-MAP has launched a new C-MAP website catered to recreational boaters. The new site, www.c-map. com, features content covering the entire C-MAP range, is optimised for mobile devices and aims to make it easier for consumers to find the chart they need via new location, chart or device compatibility searches.

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IRELAND WINS FOR SCOTLAND RYA eSailing Spring Club Championship champion, Alasdair Ireland

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IT was a win for Scotland as Alasdair Ireland, representing the Royal Northern & Clyde Yacht Club, sailed his way to the top of the leaderboard and the title of RYA eSailing Spring Club Championship champion. Competing against the nine other eSailing regional and home countries champions, Alasdair, sailing under the sail name of Speedy_1 and who is currently

ranked third in the GBR national rankings, battled it out against his fellow racers on the virtual waters, in a series of five races with two discards. Commenting on his win Alasdair said: “It is an amazing feeling to win the Club Championship final. The racing has been close throughout the competition, and I am thrilled to have come away with the win.”

As well as the claiming the Championship crown, Alasdair won a Musto LPX Gore-Tex jacket and a visit or online Q&A session with a member of the British Sailing Team for him and his fellow Royal Northern & Clyde Yacht Club members. If you missed the action, you can still watch it on the RYA YouTube channel: youtu.be/go6QFZDMG9o

NATION V NATION KNOCKOUT CHALLENGE WORLD Sailing and Virtual Regatta have launched the eSailing Nations Cup, a nation versus nation knockout challenge to crown the best eSailing nation in the world. Starting in late September, national teams of 10 will participate in mass fleet races and then an initial knockout round before advancing to

quarter and semi-finals. The top two teams will meet in a live streamed final the week commencing 2 October. On the launch of the Nations Cup, Alistair Dickson, director of sport development at the RYA, said, “As a nation that has invested lots of time and resource into eSailing and seen some dramatic

expansion over the last year, we very much welcome the introduction of the eSailing Nations Cup and seeing how we go against other nations. “Our British eSailing National Championships has seen growth of around eight times this year compared to 2019, which is hugely exciting and demonstrates the potential

of eSailing more generally. We can now build on the work we have done initiating British club and class championships, as well as our eSailing National Championships to select the best representatives for our team to compete in the eSailing Nations Cup later in the year.” www.sailing.org

VIRTUAL SAILING COMPETITION THE British Schools Dinghy Racing Association has launched a national virtual sailing competition. A total of 32 teams from schools across the country are involved with each school competing against another in a match of five races. Paul Robson, head of sailing and outdoor education at Claires Court School in Maidenhead, who designed the competition with the BSDRA, said: “Our pupils have spent the winter training as part of their sport curriculum for the summer competitions and are naturally disappointed not to be on the water. The BSDRA competition, however, is providing a new challenge for our sailors who still have to work hard on controlling their virtual boats, understanding the tactics and are building their skills ready for

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when they are able to race again on the water.” The racing follows the two boat team racing format where the results from both boats are added together to determine which team won a race. This leads to very tactical sailing and the blocking of the opposition to ensure you get the best results. Normally the BSDRA co-ordinates live team racing regattas for schools throughout the summer and autumn terms, but with schools and sailing lakes closed they have turned to technology to create a virtual regatta inshore game to ensure competition continues. Results from all the teams competing from around the country across the week are available at events.ksail.co.uk providing a ranking for the teams. www.clairescourt.com

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JOIN THE BIG BUTTERFLY COUNT THE Big Butterfly Count is a nationwide survey aimed at helping us assess the health of our environment. Over 113,500 people took part in 2019, submitting 116,009 counts of butterflies and day-flying moths across the UK. The 2020 Big Butterfly Count will be just as easy to complete as in previous years. You can either download the Big Butterfly Count App or record your results on the downloadable sheets at Bigbutterflycount.org where you can enter your findings.

The Big Butterfly Count will launch on 17 July and run until 9 August, although the website and app will remain open throughout August so that you can submit your counts. You can do as many counts as you like on different days during the three-week period, and even unsuccessful counts (where you saw no butterflies at all) are important and should be submitted. Big Butterfly Count takes place during the peak abundance of butterflies in the UK, when the most widespread

and numerous species are on the wing. Nevertheless, no two years are alike and as we have had a warm spring, and butterflies have emerged early, we may see less of our early-summer flying species (such as Marbled White and Ringlet) by mid-July, when the count starts, and more of our late-summer flying species (such as Large White and Peacock). It also depends where you live as butterfly populations can be different in urban or rural areas as well as clustered in different places across the UK.

RECORD NUMBER OF LAUNCHES SINCE the lockdown was eased in May, Trafalgar Drystack has achieved a record number of boat launches, as private boaters have flocked back to the water. With an average 50 launches a day since outdoor activities were resumed, on 25 May - one of the hottest Spring Bank Holidays for many years - Drystack’s team handled 100 boat launch requests and retrievals,. Colin Richardson, general manager of Trafalgar Drystack, said: “We have managed to achieve a three hour window, from receiving the customer’s boat launch request to actual launch time, even with the social distancing, additional boat hygiene and cleansing measures we have put in place. This means our customers can go boating the same day, without needing to

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CALL FOR EQUAL TREATMENT FROM EU AN issue that has been bubbling away for some time is the change in access rules for UK citizens travelling in the EU after the completion of our exit scheduled for the end of this year. At present, the UK is offering EU citizens visa free travel for six months out of 12. The EU is offering only 90 days in 180, the standard Schengen arrangement. This would be an unwelcome restriction to cruising in EU countries. The UK government, having previously indicated they would seek parity are now saying that they do not expect the EU to offer more and that they do not intend to make this part of the negotiations. The Cruising Association’s RATS (Regulations and Technical Services) committee is prepared to investigate what individual countries might offer in terms of longer stay visas, and the CA is now activating a lobbying campaign that it had planned to begin when the COVID-19 virus struck. Now that the peak in the UK has passed, and Brexit negotiations are continuing, the CA feels the time is right to make what representations it can. The CA’s President, Julian Dussek, has written to his MP and to Wendy Morton, Minister for the European Neighbourhood and the Americas, as well as a range of organisations with similar interests, including 180daysvisafree.org.

The CA is galvanising its UK members to write to their own MPs to ask for help in pressing for equal treatment. General points being highlighted include:

n the UK is offering EU citizen’s a better deal on visa free entry than they plan to offer in return. n the UK government has said it does not intend to challenge the unfairness and has given no reason. n a wide range of people in the UK will be affected, including those with family or property in the EU as well as those wishing to continue extended travelling. n family crises can arise outside the 90-day allowance and for people cruising in their own small boats, even the most careful planning can go awry with weather or mechanical problems. n the penalties for overstaying for any reason can be draconian. The CA is also contacting those members who live in the EU to ask them to put pressure on their local parliamentarians to try and effect a change from within the EU. If the restrictions are imposed next year it will have a detrimental effect on tourism, an important part of many EU countries’ economy. www.theca.org.uk

STAYCATIONS WITH A DIFFERENCE WITH uncertainty over international travel still affecting summer holiday booking plans, more people than ever are looking for holiday options in the UK. For a staycation with a difference, Fairview Sailing are offering visitors to the beautiful village of HambleLe-Rice, on the River Hamble, the opportunity to stay on board one of their yachts. Yachts are also available in Beaulieu in the New Forest or Cowes on the Isle of Wight.

Fairview are based in Port Hamble Marina, near Southampton. The busy marina is just a stone’s throw from the centre of the village which has plenty of pubs, restaurants and leafy walks to enjoy. Fully equipped for a self-catering break, families can spend their break exploring the beautiful surrounding areas, paddleboarding or watching the comings and goings of the boats on the river. In the evening, enjoy sundowners on the deck and being rocked to

sleep by the gentle motion of the yacht. No sailing experience is necessary as the yacht will not leave the marina. Prices for a seven-night staycation charter, staying on a 37ft yacht, sleeping up to eight guests cost from £1,940. If a Staycation experience whets the appetite for more yachting adventures, sailing courses and skippered charters will be available as soon as government guidelines allow. www.Fairviewsailing.co.uk

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IN recognition of the 400th anniversary of the departure of The Mayflower and Speedwell, boaters are invited to join with the Royal Southampton and Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve Yacht Clubs in a Grand Parade of Sail on 15 August. Boats will muster between Marchwood and Mayflower Park at 1030 departing at 1100 sailing to Greenland Buoy. Together with the ASTO sail training fleet, Tall Ships, historical vessels, VIPs and a myriad of other vessels, sail and motor, the Parade of Sail will be an important reminder of the link between the south coast and beyond to the historic Mayflower voyage of 1620.

Spectators on shore will find Mayflower Park, Town Quay, Weston Shore and Hythe will be good vantage points to view the spectacle. Following The Parade of Sail in Southampton Water, there will be a M400 rally from 15 - 26 August linking Southampton, Dartmouth and Plymouth. A full itinerary is available using the contact details below. All arrangements are subject to COVID-19 government regulations. To register your vessel, contact RSYC Capt. of Cruising lauriebates@mac.com / 023 8084 7852 and sign on to the Parade of Sail. visitsouthampton.co.uk/mayflower-400

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POWERING AHEAD SIMON EVERETT ROUNDS UP THIS MONTH’S ENGINE NEWS. The entire world has fallen into a virtual catatonic state thanks to the viral interruption to normal life. What is going to become of the boating industry we know? Are we going to be limited to solo boating, or only going afloat with a maximum crewing density of one per 2m radius deck space? Of course not, the boating world has recovered from massive upheaval in the past, it will just be a leaner, slimmer industry where only the very lean, or most robust, survive. This is going to change the face of boating without a doubt.

EVINRUDE TO GO THE small, family owned boating business that supplies and maintains your local engines are going to be under even greater pressure, both financially and from the ability to supply product that is potentially in short supply. The passion, drive and expertise gained over time, sometimes generationally derived, is too valuable a resource to lose, yet casualties are going to be a certainty. The first of which is a major global player. It is a sad fact that the decision to close production of the innovative Evinrude E-Tech engines has been announced. What makes this news even more significant is that the whole outboard engine affair was started by Ole Evinrude more than 100 years ago when he made the very first outboard engine. Everyone who experienced the new range of E-tech direct injection outboards was blown away by the engineering brilliance, fuel economy and lack of emissions. The boating industry has lost a giant. Let us hope owners of these motors are provided suitable care and spares availability. I wonder if that will be the final nail in the coffin of the two-stroke, even though they were proven the cleanest outboards on the water.

“Everyone who experienced the new range of E-tech direct injection outboards was blown away by the engineering brilliance, fuel economy and lack of emissions.”

COX POWERTRAIN

AS one episode closes another opens, and despite the CV19 doing its level best to bring the whole world to a grinding halt, the Cox Powertrain Project has moved into the start of the final phase, that of construction with a dealer network ready to service customers. Initially the production facility, based in Shoreham, is geared up to produce 160 engines per month with an increase to 240 units per month later on. It is a success story that flies in the face of global doom and gloom, which started way back in 2007 when David Cox, a Formula One

engineer, had a vision to produce a lightweight outboard motor utilising F1 technology and knowhow. It has been a long road ensuring the product was ready for market and establishing the worldwide distributor and dealer network in more than 100 countries. That has now come to fruition and the UK dealer is to be found at Berthon in Lymington, with responsibility for looking after Cox300 users across the UK, Ireland and Channel Islands. At least that is something cheery to look forward to; another ground-breaking development from British marine engineers.

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TIME AND TIDE (WAIT FOR NO MAN) Telling the time at sea, taken for granted by us all, was once a conundrum which took many years to resolve.

It then took even longer for him to finish the construction before, in 1736, Harrison and his clock made an outboard and return passage on HMS Centurion to Lisbon, where his clock continued to provide an accurate time. However, to win the prize, the competition had called for a voyage across the Atlantic, but in recognition of the progress that Harrison had made to date they awarded him a grant of £500. He used some of this money to fund a development of his sea clock, only to encounter yet more technical difficulties, but by now Britain was once again at war with Spain. His sea clock was considered so important that it would not be risked out afloat, with the fear of it falling into enemy hands and, just like on the clock itself, time would advance without an acceptable working solution. It would not be until 1761 that Harrison’s latest development made a trans-Atlantic crossing to Kingston, Jamaica, where, after 81 days at sea, it was found to be just five seconds slow.

he subject of navigation has been one of my popular, recurring themes in these pages. As everyone who goes afloat knows all too well, getting from A to B in a boat is fine when you can still look back and see where your departure point was and, at the same time, look ahead to where you are going. The moment you lose these reference points, plus any easy to see visual indications telling you where you are, life suddenly becomes a lot more difficult. Even a simple passage that takes you out of sight of land, either that “let’s go to sea” trip across the Channel, or even a coastal passage in poor visibility, can be fraught when the question of “where am I” has to be addressed. Today, of course, we have the wonderful accuracy of GPS that drives chartplotters, or even a programme on a high end smartphone to tell us where we are, but if we go back just a couple of hundred years, the lack of being able to pinpoint your location could have tragic results. VIKING VOYAGES Being able to calculate the latitude element of a position had been possible since the time of the great Viking voyages, who would lay their longboats beam on to the sun at the solar midday and then measure the length of the shadows cast. This was no more than a function of the height of the sun on any given day that visibility was good enough to allow a ‘sight’ to be taken. The simplicity of the Nordic navigational tools would in time be replaced by a whole range of measuring instruments, astrolabes and then, finally, by the marine sextant, with each development providing the navigator with an ever more accurate indication as to their position in terms of north and south. LOST FLEET However, with so many of the new possessions for the European nations on the far side of the Atlantic, there remained

the tricky issue of determining the position of a boat on the east-west axis. For the UK, boats heading homewards, and often driven by the prevailing brisk westerlies, knowing how long they had before they met the rocky shores that guard our western shores was becoming of prime importance. Apart from dead reckoning, the only real guide to navigators was the taking of soundings with a weighted line, as once the ocean depths started to be replaced by depths of less than 100 fathoms then the boats must be over the continental shelf, with land nearby. All these issues came to a head in 1707 when the British fleet, relying mainly on dead reckoning after days of poor visibility, ran on to the rocks to the south west of the Isles of Scilly, and in a matter of minutes four vessels, including the flagship HMS Association, had sunk with the loss of some 1,500 to 2,000 lives. At the subsequent inquiry it was found that although a previously undocumented current in the western approaches that had a northwards set (now known as Rennell’s current, which sweeps up from the Bay of Biscay) was a factor in the loss, the big issue was the ongoing problem of navigators not only being unsure quite where they were, but what the time was. PRIZE INCENTIVE The famous astronomer Edmund Halley (of Halley’s comet fame) applied himself to the question and determined that lunar observations could be used to determine longitude. Further work was done in the UK and in Europe to use what became known as the Lunar Distance method, but in the days before the publication of lunar tables in Marine Almanacs, the calculations of position were laborious and could take four hours to complete. What was needed was a mechanical way of telling the time on board ships, and with the increase in the frequency of marine trade and the value of the cargoes

The shortcomings of current navigation practice were laid bare on 22 October 1707 when the UK fleet, led by HMS Association, ran on to the rocks to the southwest of the Isles of Scilly. Close to 2,000 sailors drowned this became of the Navy’s worst peace time disasters.

that were being carried, the UK Parliament offered a prize of up to £20,000 (more than £3 million in today’s money). The difficulty was that the timepieces of the day, with the swinging pendulums needed to drive the mechanism, were totally unsuitable to the unstable platform of a ship at sea. There were those who thought that a sea born clock that would have to contend with the often violent movement, humidity and corrosive saline atmosphere was an impossibility, with none

other than Isaac Newton thinking that a clock was not the answer. WORKING DESIGN This did not stop many of the best innovators of the day from attempting to perfect the marine clock, but the technical issues were considerable. Just how difficult the problem was is shown by the fact it took until 1730 before John Harrison, a self-taught carpenter and woodworker, had a working design for his H1 ‘sea clock’.

A blunt and determined Yorkshireman, John Harrison would join the ranks of famous innovative Englishmen. Solving the technical issues of a sea-going timepiece would be almost easy when compared to his dealings with the British government! Image: NPG

TIME WOULD TELL In what would now be a shameful act, Parliament withheld the award of the prize money on a technicality, though they cheekily offered him a sum of £5,000 for the rights to his design. Further improvements to his design would follow, which attracted additional payments, though the promised prize money was never paid out to anyone. Harrison went to his death aggrieved, but nevertheless a wealthy man from his clocks, but his achievements cannot be overstated. The problems of the ship’s chronometer, and with it the resolution of not only time but also the longitude, were now sorted, resulting in a ship being able to know where it was at any given time. Today, even though we have a wealth of devices all telling a sailor the time, there are few boats that lack that all important ‘ship’s clock’, often co-located with the barometer, a continuing memorial to the incredible innovative efforts of John Harrison.

Isaac Newton said that it could not be done and that the on board movement, humid atmosphere and changes in temperature would prevent a clock from keeping time at All images: sea only for H2, Harrison’s clock, to prove him wrong. Image: DiscoverAndrew Scillies Wiseman

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JUNIOR LIFEJACKETS What better way to get children loving their lifejackets than giving them a choice of fun themes like monsters and unicorns. The lifejackets, which are handmade on the Isle of Wight, have an interchangeable zipped front cover that can be washed, changed or updated to a different style. The Junior 150N lifejacket is suitable for a weight range of 15 - 40kgs. It also allows greater movement, weighing only 0.7kg, and is more comfortable than a floatation device. From £72 with additional covers starting at £27 www.seasafe.co.uk

REPAIR KIT UPGRADED Wessex Resins tells us it has improved and updated the WEST SYSTEM® 105-K Glass Fibre Boat Repair Kit, which comprises everything needed to fix minor cracks, holes and punctures as well as refit and replace hardware on a boat. It is ideal for amateur DIYers as well as professional boat builders. Wessex Resins and Adhesives runs WEST SYSTEM Epoxy workshops for anyone interested in gaining knowledge and handson experience of using WEST SYSTEM epoxy to construct, repair and maintain boats, or work on other projects. For information

MAGIC FROM GARMIN From Garmin comes the commemorative Marq American Magic Edition, a luxury timepiece developed alongside the America’s Cup sailing team American Magic. The watch offers Garmin’s smartwatch and marine technology, with features including smart maps, activity tracking, maritime profiles and music streaming. The watch also includes new sailing features such as a preloaded Sail Grinding activity, which allows sailors to increase their athletic performance both onshore and offshore, and three exclusive workouts designed by American Magic trainers. And, of course, there is a countdown to the America’s Cup race day. £1,599.99 Garmin.com/MARQ

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Cyclops Marine has launched with smarttune, the first in their Smart Range of load sensors for sailors. It is a simple-to-install load sensor that accurately measures stay tension in real time, transmitting rig loads wirelessly to smartphone or boat instruments. Cyclops say that with smarttune you can measure and repeat your fastest settings, control your forestay sag and headsail shape, and also your mast bend to manage your mainsail shape as you race for optimal performance in all conditions, on all points of sail. From £1,295 www.cyclopsmarine.com

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SHORE STYLE PROTECTIVE GEAR

With sailing schools, charter organisations, instructors and coaches around the globe all looking at adapting how they work as the lockdown restrictions are starting to be eased, PPE afloat is an increasingly important part of that new equation. Originally designed to give facial protection from extreme ocean spray, the Hydrovison Adaptive Hood features a removable rigid face visor. Anti-fogging and made from

a clear rigid plastic, the visor gives 110° vision and comes fitted to the Isotak X Offshore Jacket and Smock. When combined with the high cut, ergonomically-shaped face shield the sailor is completely protected from spray, wind and unwelcome moisture droplets. The entire hood can be unzipped from the smock and interchanged with other headwear. Adaptive hood – accessory £139.95 Isotak X jacket and smock £749.95 www.zhik.com

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This summer Weird Fish is encouraging Brits to soak up the wonders of the British Isles with the launch of its new Island Life collection. It celebrates the Brits’ lust for adventure and the outdoors, with many places to see and things to do right on our doorstep. For the ladies, the collection features the Mirren Maxi Dress. With a bold, tropical palm tree print and side splits, it is perfect for a relaxing morning stroll along a sandy beach. The Nala Printed Jersey Tunic is ideal for slipping on over leggings or shorts, giving comfort for any activity. Lastly, the Tallahassee Dress is back to turn more heads with two new prints – vibrant Purple Wine and cool tropical Spearmint. Mirren Maxi Dress: £35 Nala Printed Jersey Tunic: £35 Tallahassee Dress: £35 www.weirdfish.co.uk

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With all the sunshine we have had this year there has not been a great deal of need for a mac, but with the great British weather it is always handy to have one to hand. There are some great waterproof macs from Nobis in all the colours of the rainbow. You can get wet and look great too! Nobis Poppy Trench Coat: £645 | Nobis Fisherman Jacket: £425 Nobis Sawyer Windbreaker: £445 | uk.nobis.com

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BOATING PEOPLE TELL US ABOUT HOW YOU FIRST GOT INTO SAILING.

I am from the state of Rhode Island, which is called The Ocean State, so you can imagine our access to the water. My grandfather was a boat builder and I was oriented towards boating from a young age. I am lucky, I have been able to turn my childhood activity and passion into a career.

WHAT IS YOUR ROLE WITH 11TH HOUR RACING?

Our 11th Hour Racing Team mission statement is pretty clear, we want to win the next edition of The Ocean Race while also putting sustainability at the core of all team operations. This parallel track is meant to demonstrate that you can win and be successful while also minimising your environmental impact. Through leadership, collaboration, innovation and leaving a legacy we hope to engage and inspire others within sailing and the maritime industry to focus on the issue of ocean health and sustainability - a good example of that is our relationship with clothing brand Musto. We have partnered with them and one of our initiatives is to collaborate on a line of sustainable products for sailors.

TELL US ABOUT THE BOAT.

Our current boat was launched in 2015 and was used by English sailor Alex Thomson for four years, including his second-place finish in the 2016-17

THIS YEAR HAS BEEN VERY DISRUPTED, BUT WHAT PLANS DO YOU HAVE FOR LATER IN 2020?

Vendee Globe race. It has been our training boat for the IMOCA class, which is a new class for myself and Mark Towill, who is leading this 11th Hour Racing Team with me. It is a foiling IMOCA and it is definitely still one of the fastest IMOCAs of its generation. That said, we have hopes to unveil a new boat next year, prior to The Ocean Race, that is designed around crewed sailing, but that is all in early stages.

Our training plans and operations out of Brittany for the first half of 2020 have been shifted quite a bit, along with our summer plans to sail across the Atlantic. Like most of the world, we are in a day-by-day assessment depending on the situation. We have moved our transatlantic sail to the fall time period and our team will come together for training when the time is right. We did not have any major races this season and our competitive focus is on next fall’s Ocean Race.

WHAT ARE THE BIGGEST CHALLENGES YOU FACE IN OCEAN RACING?

In a race like The Ocean Race, you are constantly pushing to go faster, chasing weather systems that can give you more speed. Being right on the edge means that there is never any time to let up or relax. That is fine when it is a short race, but over nine months of racing that is a lot of time when you really need to be dialled in. It is tiring, it is relentless, but that is also what makes ocean racing so special.

WHAT RACES ARE STILL ON YOUR BUCKET LIST? If it were still around or if it ever comes back, I think the doublehanded Barcelona World Race would be at the top of the list.

WHAT TIPS DO YOU HAVE FOR ANYONE WANTING TO FOLLOW IN YOUR FOOTSTEPS?

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE ASPECT OF RACING?

A lot of the challenges that I just described are also some of the best parts of racing. When you are offshore, there are no distractions, it is just you, your boat, the crew and nature - and you can focus on the task at hand. Aside from the racing, I love the team camaraderie of The Ocean Race and also the natural beauty of the oceans. There is really nothing like it, and that is one reason why we are so proud to represent 11th Hour Racing as our sponsor – because of their efforts to protect our planet and improve ocean health.

WHAT IS YOUR MOST MEMORABLE RACE AND WHY?

Every race has its special moments. The Ocean Race has so many races within races that it is tough to pick one. In our first Ocean Race, back in 2014-15, we finished first in the final leg into Gothenburg, Sweden. That was pretty cool. Then, in 2017, we

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won the opening leg. Going back to where it all started, in 2007 I did my first big offshore race in the Transpac from LA to Hawaii. That is where I first got to know Mark and got a taste of big-time ocean racing, so that certainly sticks out just because of what it meant for me personally as a launching point.

There is a saying in The Ocean Race, it is harder to get to the start line than it is to get around the world to the finish. That is true, you have to be incredibly determined to find the right partners, sponsors and support to put a team together. It is as much about what you do out of the water as what you can do on the water. We have been really lucky to have Alvimedica, Vestas and 11th Hour Racing support our teams over the years.

WHAT SAILORS HAVE INSPIRED YOU?

Any man or woman who has won the Whitbread, the Volvo Ocean Race or The Ocean Race. It is a lifelong quest of mine and I truly admire anyone who has done it!

“Our current boat was launched in 2015 and was used by English sailor Alex Thomson for r ears i c di g is sec d ace is in the 2016-17 Vendee Globe race.”

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EVERY MONTH WE BRING YOU HOLIDAY NEWS AND A SELECTION OF OFFERS

LA SPEZIA BASE OPENED DREAM Yacht Charter got in touch to tell us about the opening of its latest European base in La Spezia, Italy. Gateway to the famed Cinque Terre and the Riviera di Levante, La Spezia offers sailors access to a lengthy sailing season and stunning scenery. Experienced sailors on a bareboat charter will take care of all the sailing themselves, free to explore wherever the mood takes them. While for those looking for an alternative way to explore this stunning part of the Italian coastline, but without sailing experience, a skippered charter is the perfect solution. Dream’s professional skippers work with their guests to plan an itinerary to take in the highlights of the area.

LAGOON YACHT ADDED TO CHARTER FLEET

For the height of luxury, a crewed charter on a 40ft catamaran will see up to eight guests being looked after by their own skipper and chef. To support customers during these uncertain times, Dream Yacht Charter has introduced flexible payment terms for Mediterranean bookings departing in 2020 with a 10 per cent deposit and 20 per cent due 90 days before embarkation. Any guests unable to reach their departure destination due to COVID-19 disruption can reschedule to a different destination or different dates in 2020 or 2021 free of charge. DreamYachtCharter.co.uk 02380 455 527 sales@dreamyachtcharter.co.uk

SUNSAIL tells us its latest new yacht - the Sunsail Lagoon 505 – is available to book for charter holidays in the British Virgin Islands beginning this autumn. The five-cabin, five-head sailing catamaran combines panoramic windows and luxury finishes. The yacht features plenty of space for guests to spread out and enjoy their surroundings, including the aft cockpit with wet-bar and cushioned seating, a sunbathing platform behind the helm station on the flybridge, as well as a forward-facing cushioned lounge area by the trampoline. 0330 332 1172 / www.sunsail.co.uk

TOURISM INDUSTRY SHOULD EXPECT MASSIVE DECLINE INTERNATIONAL tourism could decrease by 60 – 80 per cent due to COVID-19, say top experts at an event hosted by Trinity Business School. According to panellists at the ‘Travel and Tourism in a Post Covid Society’ online event this massive decline in international tourism could also see a 1000 billion euro loss for the industry as a direct impact of the pandemic. It was also noted that a uniform recovery of the international tourism sector was highly unlikely due to varying numbers of cases in individual countries. Professor Brian Lucey, director of research at Trinity Business School and chair of the online event, said: “The tourist industry is one of global consequence, accounting for between five to 10 per cent of GDP in most countries and in some cases up to 25 per cent. This is too large to be allowed to wither on the vine, and countries such as Ireland and the UK, which are proposing to delay international tourist opening, should seriously reconsider this.”

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IMPORTANT UP-DATE: As of 8 June, arrivals into the UK are required to self-isolate for a period of 14 days. They will be asked to fill out a contact locator form and provide details of where they

will stay during the quarantine period. British Marine understands that the Border Force is expected to carry out spot checks to ensure the quarantine policy is being adhered to.

EUROPEAN CRUISING WHEN it comes to cruising, the situation and the measures being taken by governments around the world are changing all the time. There is, though, country-by-country detail on the Cruising Association website. Based on the cruising grounds of the majority of CA members, the information is focused on Europe and the Mediterranean; although the CA is, of course, active and available for those further afield. Every attempt is made to keep this information accurate and up-to-date, but with the rapidly evolving situation, take note of the issue date of information given. Please help to keep this information current by emailing any updates you become aware of to: covid-19@theca.org.uk. www.theca.org.uk/public/covid_19_ cruising_restrictions

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ALTHOUGH international tourism is expected to take a big hit, a poll by Forefront Market Research has revealed that the UK’s tourism and leisure industry can expect to enjoy a boost in domestic demand when lockdown and travel restrictions are fully lifted. Going on holiday was actually the number one choice of respondents when asked what they were looking forward to after lockdown. In the national poll of 1,200 UK residents, 74 per cent agreed that the UK would be their first choice for a holiday destination this year, when all restrictions are lifted. 81 per cent also agreed with the principle that people should holiday in the UK to support the economy. This follows an earlier poll which found 59 per cent of people would choose the UK as a holiday destination, when given a choice

of countries. When presented with a list of destinations, the public chose the UK, followed by Spain, Greece, Italy, France and Ireland. Michael Hantman, Forefront operations director, said: “As the debate continues around the new quarantine measures introduced by the government, the UK’s tourism and leisure sector will be reliant on domestic demand this summer. This provides some welcome evidence that a significant majority of Brits will choose to holiday at home this summer, both for their own sake and to support the economy.”

IMPORTANT - The outbreak of COVID-19 continues to evolve. Please check FCO travel advice pages for the latest travel information: www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice.

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Please note the map is indicative only; please review all available sources of information before making any cruising destination decisions. Key: Red = Closed/Highly Restricted; Orange=Restrictions; Green=Open; Grey=Noncoastal countries, not reported here

TROGIR is fast becoming the home of Croatian sailing, with a third marina opening up in recent years, to make a huge number of boats available from one small town, which is also a UNESCO world heritage site. It is just 15 minutes from Split international airport, and in no time at all you can be off to the foodie-heaven of Hvar, the magical Blue Lagoon in Bisevo or the sailor’s paradise of Paklinski Otoci. Throw great weather, reliable winds, fantastic hospitality and modern marinas into the mix, and you can see why it is so popular. Source: PlainSailing.com

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BOATING PEOPLE Q&A WITH SIMON WALKER, CELEBRATED SAILOR AND ADVENTURER. CAN YOU EXPLAIN WHY SAILING THE ‘WRONG WAY’ IS A CHALLENGE?

You are sailing against the prevailing winds and currents for several weeks through the Southern Ocean. In effect, it is the world’s longest beat to windward in freezing seas. Going the ‘right’ way has the same conditions, but you are sailing downwind which has its own challenges. Meeting those 60 knot winds and towering swells head on is particularly punishing – to crew and yacht.

what you are doing fascinates me. There was not a single manoeuvre or operation on Toshiba that we did in the same way at the end of the race compared to the start. In fact, even on the final reach up Southampton Water to the finish line, the crew were discussing how to do the spinnaker drop more efficiently.

Rounding Cape Horn for the fouth time. Image: Simon Walker

HOW DID YOU FIRST GET INTO SAILING? Other than some family sailing holidays, it was signing up for Chay Blyth’s British Steel Challenge that really spurred me on.

Deep in the Southern Ocean. Image: Clive Mason

WHAT RACES ARE STILL ON YOUR BUCKET LIST?

The Sydney Hobart. I have raced to and from both cities, but never actually done the race itself.

Be curious and keep learning. Sailing, adventure and business are all about learning and improving what you do and how you do it.

WHAT ELSE DO YOU LOVE TO DO?

IN YOUR INCREDIBLE CAREER, WHAT ARE YOU MOST PROUD OF?

Tobisha on the final leg of the BT Global Challenge. Image: Simon Walker

AN ENVIRONMENTAL MISSION Colin cleaning before anti-rust painting

A couple are re-starting their eight month sailing adventure, using environmental best practice.

Racing from Sydney to Cape Town on Toshiba. We had to endure seven gales and three full storms and pretty much everything on the boat broke. The conditions were relentless over the 35 days of hard racing. The smell of the land and the sight of Table Mountain were very welcome.

WHAT TIPS DO YOU HAVE FOR ANYONE WANTING TO FOLLOW IN YOUR FOOTSTEPS?

There was no particular moment, but I have always relished a challenge. Looking back, agreeing to crew on a transatlantic delivery was my first big sailing adventure.

Rebecca and Colin antifouling

WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR BIGGEST CHALLENGE ON THE WATER?

After the lockdown, I think any trip, whether on land, sea or air is going to feel amazing!

DESCRIBE THE MOMENT WHEN YOU KNEW YOU WANTED TO TAKE ON YOUR FIRST BIG SAILING ADVENTURE?

Leading a crew as skipper of Toshiba racing in the BT Global Challenge is something I am immensely proud of. Coming second in the race was great too, but winning would have been better!

Sailing with friends to Antarctica is right up there. It was a six-week trip from southern Chile. The whole experience was special from the challenge of getting there and the amazing wildlife to the grandeur and scale of the scenery. Having spent many weeks of my life racing in the Southern Ocean worrying about ice, it was great to actually seek it out and sail through it.

THIS YEAR HAS BEEN VERY DISRUPTED, BUT WHAT PLANS DO YOU HAVE FOR LATER IN 2020?

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE ASPECT OF RACING?

Long ocean races, definitely. It is like chess on water and there are so many elements that have to come together if you are going to be competitive. Boat speed is important, but the preparation beforehand, keeping the boat and crew together and continually improving

WHAT IS YOUR MOST MEMORABLE ADVENTURE AND WHY?

I love paramotoring and I am the MD of Parajet, one of the world’s top manufacturers. Paramotors are powered paragliders, powered by a backpack motor. It is the only form of powered aviation where you can practically take it with you on a boat. One day, I would love to arrive somewhere by sea, take the paramotor to the beach in the dinghy and take off to explore inland. Wouldn’t that be great… REBECCA and Colin Field are a couple on a mission. The experienced recreational sailors set off in their 36ft Westerly Corsair, Cariad, on an eight month sailing adventure. A test for any keen sailor - but the eco conscious pair are also trying to make their journey as sustainable as possible. After departing from Bristol, the couple headed to Strangford Lough in Northern Ireland, where they were in lockdown during the coronavirus outbreak. Last month Rebecca and Colin started sailing again and moved from Strangford to Bangor. They will then be heading up to Scotland and berthing at a marina there. Their route will take them from Scotland, across the North Sea to cruise around Norway, Sweden and Denmark, before heading back to the UK via the Netherlands. Over the coming months Rebecca and Colin will be sharing accounts of their on board green adaptations through blogs, photos and videos on The Green Blue’s social media pages. In particular, they hope to demonstrate that just by making small sustainable changes, all sailors can make a big difference to the ecofriendliness of their own trips.

REDUCING THEIR IMPACT The couple have been exercising environmental best practice since they began preparing Cariad for the trip. From purchasing second-hand items for the boat at boat jumbles, installing an on board solar panel to following environmental guidance when applying anti-fouling, Rebecca and Colin are enthusiastic about reducing their environmental impact. Rebecca said: “We wanted to make our journey as sustainable as possible, so we took advice from The

Green Blue about which products we could use and adaptations that we could make to Cariad.” One of the topics that Rebecca and Colin are hoping to bring to the attention of The Green Blue’s audience is anchoring with care. It is so easy for boaters to damage marine habitats, such as protected seagrass beds, when anchoring at the end of a busy day. The Green Blue will be sharing photographs and videos as the pair discuss and demonstrate anchoring best practice. The couple are also keen to minimise the sustainability issue of travel miles often associated with supermarket shopping. Along their journey they are hoping to visit as many local suppliers and farm shops as possible. Another adaptation which the couple are testing is installing a Flostream, which will allow them to have access to clean drinking water. This adaptation not only reduces the use of plastic bottles on board, but also the amount of fresh water carried which creates more space, reduces weight and energy use.

FOLLOW THEIR JOURNEY Kate Fortnam, campaign manager from The Green Blue, said: “It is great to see such interest and enthusiasm about sustainability from Rebecca and Colin. It sounds like a very exciting trip, and we are so pleased that they have agreed to share snippets of their journey with us. “We are really looking forward to watching how they implement different environmental best practice techniques and sharing it with our followers.” To follow Rebecca and Colin on their sustainability journey you can find regular updates via The Green Blue’s Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages. @TheGreenBlue www.thegreenblue.org.uk

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THE chart maker’s job is to look after you and, as far as he can, to stop you from hitting the bottom. The sight of submarine K4 high and dry in Morecambe Bay, taken in about 1913, may not have caused the cartographers of the day to resign en masse, but it would undoubtedly have given them reason to dig out the chart in question and quietly examine the published material. Just to be sure. When you walk around the UK Hydrographic Office in Taunton, you

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A submarine aground in Morecambe Bay circa 1913. Image: Fernhurst Books

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so that the information you get always errs on the side of safety and clarity – unnecessary detail is quite simply removed – and the result is a very functional and intelligently designed sheet of paper. The point is that everything is done to reduce the level of risk associated with the use of the chart. Whenever the hydrographer considers that a residual risk does exist, they are duty-bound to tell you - either in the margins of the chart itself or, more likely, in the Sailing Directions.

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which is a useful place to start. The goal should be to ensure you are rescued having spent the shortest possible time in the liferaft. The order of priority is therefore: n Items that will indicate you are in distress and assist with your rescue, if you cannot do this then no one is going to look for you n Items for survival whilst waiting for rescue

There are a variety of items you could pack that will indicate you are in distress and which can attract attention: EPIRB/ PLB, flares, EVDS, a waterproof handheld VHF, a powerful waterproof torch, spare batteries, a strobe light, a whistle and a satellite phone are all useful. A handheld GPS will help you to keep track of your movements in the liferaft.

Think carefully about what to include

grab bag should contain emergency items that, should the worst occur and you have to abandon your vessel, will assist in getting you rescued and help you to survive in your liferaft until you are rescued. If you do not have a liferaft, then your chances of surviving may be significantly lower depending on the location, the weather conditions and the water temperature. Each manufacturer will include different equipment within a liferaft and this should be considered when you decide what to pack in your grab bag. Liferafts built and certified to ISO 9650 are packed with equipment

according to the time likely to be spent on board before rescue. The list is comprehensive and certain items that have a shelf-life may be carried separately in a grab bag. All grab bags should be stowed in an easily accessible location and should be brightly coloured and able to float for 30 minutes in the water when fully packed. They should also have a means of attaching to an inflated raft.

It is worth preparing a list of the things you will need to put in a grab bag - assuming there is time - in priority order. The Royal Ocean Racing Club specifies a number of items in its

Your grab bag will need items to assist in your rescue as well as survival kit

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You must also think about your needs for survival. The basic requirements are high energy food and water (a hand operated water maker may be useful). But you may need a spare pair of spectacles, warm and waterproof clothing, sunglasses, sun protection, lip salve, medication and antibiotics, seasickness tablets and a basic fishing kit. You should also collect together vital personal items that you will need once rescued, such as a passport, credit cards, keys, mobile phone, money, ship’s papers and insurance documents. To find out more about how to keep yourself and everyone on board safe whilst on the water, visit the Safe Boating hub on the RYA website: www.rya.org.uk

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WAKING UP YOUR DIESEL ENGINE

ROSS COLLINGWOOD, DIRECTOR OF VORTEC MARINE, HIGHLIGHTS SOME KEY STEPS BOAT OWNERS SHOULD HAVE TAKEN WHEN WINTERISING A DIESEL ENGINE. As we embark on a somewhat delayed sailing season, we should consider what we may or may not have undertaken in the winterisation of our diesel engine, and therefore what we might now need to address during the re-commissioning process. WINTER LAYUP OR PRE-SEASON CONSIDERATIONS Change the oil and oil filter. Run the engine (five minutes minimum) so the oil is less viscous for extraction, picks up contaminants and holds them in suspension. Used oil contains harmful contaminants which can be corrosive if left in the engine.

Antifreeze - check the expiry date. Nowadays many are longlife and can last five years, but if you are not sure, test it annually or replace. Antifreeze contains anti-corrosive additives which wear out. It may still work as a coolant, but its anti-corrosive abilities may be lacking. Too much or too little antifreeze in the mixture can impede its operating efficiency. Close the inlet seacock, clean the filter and drain raw water from the system. The engine can be run briefly to drain water in the exhaust. Drain the engine muffler if installed. Or, close the inlet seacock, remove the inlet hose and run the engine to draw through a 50:50 mixture of antifreeze and fresh water and run until it exits the exhaust. Ethylene glycol, common in antifreeze, is harmful to the environment, so we recommend propylene glycol which is safe in water systems and the marine environment. Drain the engine muffler if installed. Water left in the system can freeze causing damage to pipes and components. If flushed through, fresh water alone can freeze at higher temperatures so antifreeze solution is a must. Open inlets and prime the system at the start of season. Remove the impeller or plan to replace it at re-commission. Make a diary note as a reminder! Impellers left in-situ can distort over time; see the blades curl or flatten and become permanently

distorted. This reduces pumping efficiency and risks blades coming off in the pump and getting drawn into the cooling system. Inspect the exhaust water injection elbow for corrosion. Over the years, we have seen injection elbows suffer from corrosion. If a hole develops, water and dangerous gases can push out of the elbow and into the vessel. Inspect the fuel tank for contamination (water/sludge), fill the tank, replace fuel filters and drain the pre-filter housing. Condensation can form on the internal roof of fuel tanks. Filling to the top reduces the risk and amount of condensation able to form. Water in fuel is the single greatest contaminant and quickly leads to issues. Water accelerates the degradation of diesel, reduces lubricity, rusts metal tanks, can damage injectors and provides a habitat for diesel bug. Contamination in tanks and filters could be ‘Diesel bug’, asphaltenes that have agglomerated and fallen as an oily tar, or it could be oxidised and degrading diesel. If you have sludge in your filters or tank you may have diesel bug. ‘Diesel bug’ can be treated with enzyme or biocide treatment. Enzymes remove the bugs’ food, whereas biocides kill the bug. Note: enzymes are brittle and die easily, so even a tiny amount of biocide will kill them. Choose your treatment and avoid cross treatments. Premier Marinas, for instance, treat their fuel with Soltron™, which is an advanced enzyme fuel technology that

Diesel bug and degraded fuel deposits

Coked up exhaust elbow

Impeller left in-situ for winter

neutralises bacterial growth - including Diesel Bug - so if you buy fuel from Premier avoid a biocide because it will kill the Soltron™ enzyme. Inspect hoses and gaskets for leaks, loose hose clips or cracked/split pipes, engine mounts, rubber feet and engine cleanliness. Leaks can cause corrosion and damage, and are best caught sooner to avoid cost. Block openings into the engine (air inlet, breathers, exhaust and fuel tank vent) with an oily rag to help prevent moisture getting into the engine or tank. Make another diary note to remove at the start of season. Loosen alternator and drive belts and inspect for cracks and black dust - a sign of wear. Re-tighten at the start of season. Inspect batteries and make sure they are fully charged. Vortec Marine is a widely respected yacht service and repair centre, with its HO at Swanwick Marina. www.vortecmarine.com

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Send in your photos too and you could be in the next edition of All At Sea. Send to: editor@allatsea.co.uk An early morning shot in the Demie de Pas, south of Jersey. Sent in by Bob Goode.

Spot the seagull on harbour watch at Poole Harbour - from Mitzy Theaker.

A view of the old salt marsh at Newtown Creek taken by Ray Suomi. A perfect day on the water taken by Mike Bansback.

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Stodig, The Unsinkable In 2018 two British architects bought a retired Scottish lifeboat and went on to con ert it into a self su cient expedition home. Here is their story.

The ideal relaxation spot for the men… and Shackleton

t is not a yellow submarine, but it can theoretically be submerged and remain unharmed. Why would such an attribute be necessary? In its former life, before two architects - Guylee Simmonds and David Schnabel - repurposed it, it was a lifeboat that could fit 100 people. Its original home was, therefore, dangling off the side of a Scottish Ferry. When it was decommissioned, Guylee and David had another vision for the boat. In its new life, it is a houseboat, or more accurately, an adventure vessel that explores the high cliffs and deep waters of the Norwegian Artic, with all the comforts of home. “We wanted to experience a range of different cultures, different approaches to living by the sea, different landscapes, different climates. And if you are creating an expedition boat that will take you 3,100 miles up the Norwegian coast, your concerns include a bit more of the finer things in life.” Some of the finer questions which moored themselves in Guylee’s mind were: “Where would we fish from? Where could we barbecue the fish?” And above all things, when they got to a sunny anchorage, “Where could we sit for that evening beer with Shackleton?” Guylee is not referring to Ernest Shackleton, the famous nineteenth century Arctic explorer, but his namesake, a Nova Scotia retriever and

full member of the crew. The answer to Guylee’s worthy questions was to cut into the back of the boat to create a deck.

OUTSIDE IN, OUTSIDE OUT

The thinking the architects applied throughout the whole project was informed by the buildings they had designed. They wanted to capture the views and bring the outside in, and given that they were heading to the Artic, they also wanted to keep the outside out. As David explained: “We wanted to be able to go on a big hike with Shackleton, or swim in the fjords or go skiing in the winter and come back to a warm, comfortable space where we could have a hot shower and also dry our gear.” “We made a wood burner the focal point of the space, because when it gets cold in the Artic you want a nice, generous source of heat. We wanted a sociable living space.” They built a seating area that faced a friendly-sized kitchen. The also had a large bathroom, two staterooms and two bunk beds for guests. The windows are a key feature. David and Guylee said: “We have an incredibly light living space with big panoramic views

either side of the boat. It allows us to experience the majesty of the fjords and the mountains in a way that you rarely get inside another boat.”

“So, most of the time when we get to shore we do not even plug in. When we are at anchorage, totally off grid, that is when life is best on the boat.”

LOOKING INSIDE

AROUND THE HEADLAND…

They knew the vessel would create quite a stir wherever they went, so the interior design was also about creating personal spaces. David explained: “When you are sitting in the main space it is fantastic to have great views out of the side, but when we are in a public area, like a marina, people are obviously interested in the boat and they look in because it is so different.” So, when the boat is docked, curious passersby can look into the main area, but not the cabins. “It is nice to be able to retreat into your bedroom as a private area you cannot see into from the outside,” David said. “We have very comfortable cabins each with a small port hole out over the water. We did not want a lot of light in because we are taking it up to the Artic where, in the summer, the sun does not set. And we wanted to be able to close ourselves in.” The other creature comforts include a kitchen that, David says proudly, is “twice the size that you would normally find on this sized boat.” The kitchen also sports a large sink, lots of counter space, a 150-litre fridge and a domestic-size oven.

The first excursion will take four months… more or less. The trip has already grown from about 2,200 miles to 3,100 miles. “That is part of the joy of our trip,” David explained. “We had a schedule, a plan of where we wanted to go, but we are taking it as it comes. We wait to see what is around the next headland. We can choose to spend as much or as little time as we want. And that is a nice way of living. We live in harmony with the weather and the sea and the boat itself, and that is definitely quite a change from the lifestyles that we left. The journey is about taking it slow and living life at a slightly different pace.” However, the architects have not left their work behind. They just have a better office now. It is hard to disagree when Guylee says: “I am pretty sure we have one of the best offices in the world with our constantly changing views.” A few statistics about their new office: their view changes at about six knots, which is the pace of the boat; that speed

may be one reason they named their vessel Stodig, Norwegian for steady. Luckily, Stodig has ample space. The boat is 10.7m long, 3.2m wide with about 2m headroom (and more in the stand-in wheelhouse). It was built in Norway in 1997 and is powered by the original three-cylinder Lister Petter diesel engine. The fibreglass of Stodig is twice as thick as a normal pleasure boat. It was designed to withstand such extreme conditions that it had to pass a test of swinging against a concrete wall at 22 feet per second. If it were slammed against the side of a ferry by a storm, the raging winds would not damage it. Obviously, the architects do not expect to hit a concrete wall at that speed, but they say the strength does afford additional confidence when they anchor up against cliff faces. And, of course, when out in the open waters. Stodig is built to survive strong seas. The manufacturer says the vessel is unsinkable: when fully sealed, the boat is supposed to be able to roll over and roll back up to the surface. “We often get asked, can the boat rollover and then right itself? The answer is that we hope we do not have to test it. But in theory, yes.” Guylee, Shackleton and David

SOLAR POWER

They have a solar-powered system that fuels their lifestyle and gives them the freedom to live for long stretches totally off the grid. “Not having to think about the amount of electricity we have is one less thing to worry about. Today is day 67 and we have plugged in just four times. Not having to worry about how regularly they go into a marina to charge up batteries is a gift. We have been able to keep our batteries topped off even in low light,” David said. They also have a small wind turbine, and they can get some power from the diesel engine if needed.

“We often get asked, can the boat rollover and then right itself? The answer is that we hope we do not have to test it. But in theory, yes.”

Stodig certainly gets attention when moored up. Image: David Schnabel

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FOCUS ON TOKYO We find out how the British Sailing Team is preparing for Tokyo 2021 under the latest social distancing rules for elite sailors. reopen. The British Sailing Team’s indoor training facilities are now open but with heavy restrictions in place such as gym sessions by appointment only and with a robust clean down process before, during and after sessions.

Giles Scott will represent Britain in the Finn class

FOCUS ON TRAINING

Image: Paul Wyeth

he summer of 2020 was due to be a glorious time for British sailing. The Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games would see 15 of the country’s finest dinghy, multihull and windsurf racers battle it out for glory on the waters of Enoshima, the very venue that 56 years ago Keith Musto and Tony Morgan secured silver medals in the Flying Dutchman class. Then, in just a few short weeks, everything changed. With the world in the grip of the COVID-19 pandemic, the International Olympic Committee and the Tokyo 2020 Organising Committee made the tough, but inevitable decision to postpone the Games until 2021.

DREAMS ON HOLD

In an instant, dreams were rightly put on hold and plans were torn up for the good of the planet’s health and safety. The first Olympic Games postponement in history was hugely disappointing, but it was also totally understandable. “It was 100 per cent the right decision,” said Eilidh McIntyre, who will now have to wait another year for her chance to emulate her 1988 gold medalwinning father Mike. Giles Scott is back in training

The new dates for the Games – still called Tokyo 2020 – are 23 July - 8 August next year. With those in place there comes clarity and positivity. McIntyre added: “The dream is still to win a gold medal and have two in the family.” The postponement of Tokyo 2020 presents a new set of challenges. However, for the 15 sailors already selected to represent Team GB, plus the army of support staff working tirelessly to give those athletes the best shot at a medal when the time comes, the drive to succeed remains unfaltering. Prior to lockdown, athletes were set up with basic training equipment to enable them to carry on with essential physical training routines while at home. Athletes engaged in a programme of online sessions ranging from fitness to campaign management, and nutrition to tactics and strategy.

BACK ON THE WATER

Now, more than two months since the UK went into lockdown, the British Sailing Team has moved to the next phase of its return to training following government guidance for elite sport. On 20 May the British Sailing Team moved to Stage One. This permitted

singlehanded sailors and doublehanded crews from the same household to take part in individual organised training. Then, from 1 June, the British Sailing Team moved to Stage Two. This saw doublehanded sailors not living in the same house – including reigning Olympic gold medallist Hannah Mills and her crew Eilidh McIntyre – able to train together. It also allowed athletes, under coaches’ guidance, to train in squads. It is important to note that this dispensation was afforded to elite sports under the government’s guidelines for a phased return to training. As per the guidelines, all British Sailing Team athletes, coaches and support staff have to opt in to return to training, and there is no obligation for anyone to do so. The athletes who do return will, however, be following new rules: crews will only be allowed to sail within their normal pairing and extra processes for ensuring health and safety while rigging and derigging will be followed. Social distancing measures continue to be important and will remain in place for everyone except those who live together. Furthermore, screening takes place each day before any athlete or coach begins training, and each athlete is working with their coach to carry out a risk assessment of their training plans. The British Sailing Team’s swift return to the water has been aided by the actions of staff at Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy, who quickly put in place safety measures to allow sailors to access their boats and slipways. Social distancing measures have been implemented in the boat park as well as extra hand washing stations. Launch times are staggered to avoid congestion in the boat park or on slipways. The main academy building remains closed until guidelines allow it to

The new steps will allow those sailors selected to represent Team GB at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games – supported by their training partners, team mates and support staff – to refocus on performance with a year to go until the Games. Mark Robinson, the RYA’s Olympic performance manager, said: “We welcome the latest guidelines that will allow our doublehanded teams from differing households to train together. “All 15 athletes selected for Team GB at Tokyo 2020 will now be able to get back on the water and resume training in their squads. “However, this is just one small part of a phased return to training for the team.

We are all too aware of the threat that Covid-19 still poses and we will continue to do all we can to safeguard our sailors, staff and the wider community. “Our ability to return to training in this way is an allowance that we do not take lightly, and we will continue to work with our sport science and medicine team as well as UK Sport, EIS and the government to ensure appropriate safety measures are in place.” Among those looking forward to the prospect of returning to the water are current 49er European champions Dylan Fletcher and Stuart Bithell, Team GB’s choice in the class for Tokyo 2020. “Dylan and I are buzzing to get back out on the water together for the first time in a few months,” said Stuart, a silver medallist at London 2012 in the 470. “It is an important step to getting back on the pathway to success at Tokyo 2020, which remains our ultimate goal.” britishsailingteam.rya.org.uk

“All 15 athletes selected for Team GB at Tokyo 2020 will now be able to get back on the water and resume training in their squads.” John Gimson and Anna Burnet training in the Nacra 17 class

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

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MARINA FOCUS ABERYSTWYTH MARINA

Marina Manager: Jon Booth VHF Channel 80 Tel: 01970 611 422 W: www.themarinegroup.co.uk E: aber@themarinegroup.co.uk Aberystwyth Marina, Harbour House, Y Lanfa, Trefechan, Aberystwyth, SY23 1AS

This month we head over to Wales and the popular Aberystwyth Marina. ABERYSTWYTH Marina offers 165 first class berths providing safe, secure and sheltered moorings for motorboats and yachts. The marina is at the heart of the fishing port on the 23 acre harbour site. The location of Aberystwyth Marina, in a historic university town, ensures

there are a range of cultural, active and educational activities within close proximity to the marina for berth holders to benefit from. Aberystwyth also has a wide range of cafes, restaurants, pubs and bars, many a short walk from the marina.

FACILITIES & BERTHING

Purchased by the current owners, The Marine & Property Group Ltd, in September 2015, the marina has undergone significant upgrade works over the past few years. The marina has been extensively dredged and a regular on going maintenance dredging schedule is provided by the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own dredger. New berth holders are welcomed

all year round. In addition to annual berths and visitor berthing, the marina offers a range of summer and winter berthing options. The marina offers fully serviced pontoons with electric points and water. A new pontoon configuration was installed by Walcon Marine to improve the layout and create a number of larger berths allowing the marina to accommodate boats up to 16m.

The marina also operates the impressive Harbour House building, home to the marina office and chandlery as well as a number of local businesses, with plans recently submitted to create a bar and restaurant on the ground floor overlooking the marina. A programme of on going upgrades continues to improve infrastructure and security across the marina.

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ACCESS

The harbour is located by Pendinas, a conspicuous hill 120m high, with the Wellington monument at its crest. The head of the north breakwater, the Wooden Jetty, on the Wellington monument leads 140o(c), which clears you south of the Castle Rocks. The approach should be treated with caution in strong onshore winds; beware of cross-tides and boulders around head of the South Pier, the Stone Pier and the Trap (an area of rough ground), which is to the north of the Wooden Jetty. The leading

lights, both fixed red and the white day marks on the Ystwyth Bridge, lead 133o(c). The Wooden Jetty is marked with Q WR 9m; Red Sector (141175), which covers the Castle Rocks. The south Pier F1.(2)WG 10s 12m 10m. There are four FR (vertical) on a radio tower 2.8 miles to the south. The entrance is narrow with a 90o port turn inside the Wooden Jetty head. The bar is immediately outside the head of the Stone Pier; at low water springs there is about 0.7m on the bar when on the leading line. Boats drawing 1.8m are advised to

enter up to 3.0 hours before and 3.5 hours after H.W in calm conditions. The marina basin is dredged to a depth of 2.0m at low water springs. There is a speed limit within the harbour and the marina. All vessels leaving or entering the harbour should not exceed the speed of 5 knots. It is also advisable to check your stern wash. On approach to the marina, visiting yachts should call the marina on VHF Channel 80 or by phone on 01970 611422. Access to the pontoons is via a secure key fob system; fobs are issued

at the Marina Office, situated in Harbour House. The marina is only a short walk from the town centre with shops, cafes, restaurants and other services. Aberystwyth Marina offers easy access from Birmingham, the Midlands and the surrounding areas. If visiting by road, the marina is accessed via the A487 and for Sat Nav use SY23 1AS. For those wishing to use public transport, there is a railway station and bus stations about 10 minutes’ walk from the marina.

BOATYARD SERVICES

CRUISING

There are a number of lovely destinations along the beautiful West Wales coastline for berth holders to visit. The harbours of Fishguard, Cardigan, New Quay, Aberaeron, Barmouth, Porthmadog, Aberdyfi and Abersoch are within easy reach, as are the marinas at Pwllheli, Conwy, Milford Haven and Neyland. Meanwhile for the those looking for a slightly longer trip, the marinas and harbours of Ireland’s East Coast are within a day’s sailing. Fishguard and New Quay are adversely affected by strong northerly winds as both are open to the north. We would always recommend referring to your pilot books and charts for passage planning. Boat owners should be aware of the Ramsey and Jack Sounds on any voyages to Milford Haven - check charts for navigation hazards. Passages should be planned to arrive at the start of Ramsey Sound at slack water so that the ebb tide will assist you through the Sound and enable you to pass through Jack Sound on the same tide. Also for trips to the north for Holyhead and the Menai Straits check the tides for passage through Bardsey Sound, preferably at slack water or the beginning of the flood. There are a few shallows in Cardigan Bay whilst in passage so always refer to your charts.

THINGS TO DO

Approaching Aberystwyth from the sea, Pendinas Hill, with its monument, will be visible for many miles. The ruins of Aberystwyth Castle can be seen on Castle Point, with the yellow sandstone Old University College building, established in 1872, nearby. The University and the Aberystwyth Arts Centre is sited on Penglais Hill, behind the National Library of Wales, which is one of the five Copyright Libraries in the British Isles and Ireland. To the north along the Promenade is Constitution Hill with the longest electric funicular railway in the UK, offering spectacular views from the top of the Hill. Aberystwyth is also the home of the Devil’s Bridge narrow-gauge railway running 12 miles up the Rheidol Valley climbing from sea level to over 600 feet. The Marina Office is home to a chandlery, and a selection of drinks and ice-creams are available to purchase. There is a small supermarket less than 10 minutes’ walk away and further supermarkets within easy reach. The Fire Station, adjacent to the marina, has a popular welcoming café offering a selection of hot and cold dishes. Future plans for the marina will see a large bar

and restaurant on the ground floor alongside the Marina Office, with an extensive terrace offering views over the marina. A short walk away, the town of Aberystwyth offers a range of restaurants, bars, pubs, cafes and seaside fish and chip shops for berth holders to enjoy. The town offers a good local bus service and a plentiful supply of taxis and local trains. Aberystwyth has a promenade which is just over a mile in length running from the Wooden Jetty, in the south near the Harbour entrance to Constitution Hill in the north. On your walk you pass the castle ruins, the War Memorial and the Old College Building before coming to the Royal Pier. The seafront, Promenade and pier is a great location for a walk and to look out over the Irish Sea. There are many walks and cycle tracks in and around the town and the 52 mile Ceredigion Coastal Path passes through the marina. In addition, the 21 mile Ystwyth Trail offers some fantastic panoramic views of the Ceredigion countryside whilst connecting Aberystwyth with Tregaron in the northern Teifi Valley. www.tourism.ceredigion.gov.uk

As part of The Marine & Property Group Ltd, a fully integrated marine company, Aberystwyth Marina offers berth holders the peace of mind of having expert advice on hand in a friendly atmosphere. The company has extensive boatyard services at its headquarters in Cardiff, which provides training, support and expertise to the staff onsite at Aberystwyth. Boat owners looking for engine servicing, antifouling, rigging and a wide range of other boatyard services should enquire at the marina office. On site there is a slipway for day launching or an annual slipway pass, a 10t boat hoist, hard standing storage and a chandlery.

VISITOR NETWORK

Aberystwyth Marina sits at the heart of the company’s visitor exchange network with free visitor berthing available at the company’s other marinas in Cardiff, Burry Port and Port Dinorwic and discounted visitor berthing at member marinas including locations in Ireland and North Wales.

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MARINA GUIDE JULY 2020

SOUTH WEST

PREMIER MARINAS FALMOUTH North Parade, Falmouth, Cornwall. TR11 2TD T: 01326 316620 E: falmouth@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com

PORT PENDENNIS MARINA Manager: Mark Webster Challenger Quay, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 3YL T: 01326 211211 E: marina@portpendennis.com W: www.portpendennis.com MYLOR YACHT HARBOUR Manager/contact: Culum Matheson Mylor Yacht Harbour, Mylor Churchtown, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 5UF T: 01326 372 121 E: marina@mylor.com W: www.mylor.com FALMOUTH HAVEN Contact: Mark Evans 44 Arwenack Street, Falmouth TR11 3JQ T: 01326 310990 E: welcome@falmouthhaven.co.uk W: www.falmouthhaven.co.uk MAYFLOWER MARINA Manager: Charles Bush Mayflower Marina, Richmond Walk, Plymouth, Devon PL1 4LS. T: 01752 556633 E: info@mayflowermarina.co.uk W: www.mayflowermarina.co.uk PLYMOUTH YACHT HAVEN Manager: Steve Kitchen Shaw Way, Mount Batten, 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 MDL QUEEN ANNE’S BATTERY Manager: Chris Price Queen Anne’s Battery, Plymouth Devon. PL4 0LP T: 01752 671142 E: qab@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.queenannesbattery.co.uk SUTTON HARBOUR MARINA Marina Manager: Mark Brimacombe The Jetty, Sutton Harbour, Plymouth, PL4 0DW T: 01752 204702 E: marina@sutton-harbour.co.uk W:www.suttonharbourmarina.com KING POINT MARINA Marina Manager: Mark Brimacombe Brunel Way, Millbay, Plymouth, PL1 3EF T: 01752 424297 E: marina@kingpointmarina.co.uk W: www.kingpointmarina.co.uk PREMIER MARINAS NOSS ON DART Manager: Andy Osman Bridge Road, Kingswear, Dartmouth Devon , TQ6 0EA T: 01803 839087 E: noss@premiermarinas.com MDL DARTSIDE QUAY Manager: Andrew Millar Galmpton Creek, Galmpton, Brixham, Devon. TQ5 0EH T: 01803 845445 W: www.dartsidequay.co.uk

BIG NEWS AT GOSPORT MDL BRIXHAM MARINA Manager: Andrew Millar Berry Head Road, Devon. TQ5 9BW T: 01803 882929 E: brixham@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.brixhammarina.co.uk MDL TORQUAY MARINA Manager: Mike Smith Torquay, Devon , TQ2 5EQ T: 01803 200210 E: torquaymarina@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.torquaymarina.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 T: 01305 838423 E: weymouthharbour@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk W: www.weymouth-harbour.co.uk PORTLAND MARINA Manager: Paul Swain Osprey Quay, Portland, Dorset. DT5 1DX T: 01305 866190 E: berths@portlandmarina.co.uk W: www.portlandmarina.co.uk LAKE YARD MARINA Manager/contact - Jenny Burrows Lake Yard Marina, Lake Drive, Hamworthy, Poole, Dorset. BH15 4DT T - 01202 674531 E: office@lakeyard.com W: www.lakeyard.com POOLE QUAY BOAT HAVEN Manager: Kerrie Gray Poole Quay Boat Haven, Poole Town Quay, Poole, Dorset. BH15 1HJ T/F: 01202 649488 E: info@poolequayboathaven.co.uk W: www.poolequayboathaven.co.uk PORT OF POOLE MARINA Manager: Kerrie Gray Poole Quay Boat Haven, Poole Town Quay, Poole, Dorset. BH15 1HJ T/F: 01202 649 488 E: info@poolequayboathaven.co.uk W: www.poolequayboathaven.co.uk SALTERNS MARINA LTD Manager: Robert Golden 40 Salterns Way, Lilliput, Poole, Dorset. BH14 8JR T: 01202 709971 F: 01202 700398 E: reception@salterns.co.uk W: www.salterns.co.uk

MDL COBB’S QUAY MARINA Manager: Frank Gelder Hamworthy, Poole, Dorset. BH15 4EL T: 01202 674299 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: Wendy Stowe 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: Rachael Foster Bursledon Bridge, Southampton SO31 8AZ T 023 80 402253 E:berths@deaconsmarina.co.uk W: www.deaconsmarina.co.uk MDL HYTHE MARINA VILLAGE Manager: David Lewis The Lock Building, Shamrock Way Hythe, Southampton, Hampshire. SO45 6DY T: 023 8020 7073 E: hythe@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.hythemarinavillage.co.uk MDL OCEAN VILLAGE MARINA Manager: Scott Farquharson Marina Office, 2 Channel Way Southampton, Hampshire. SO14 3TG T: 023 8022 9385 E: oceanvillage@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.oceanvillagemarina.co.uk

IN recent weeks Gosport Marina and its specialist boatyard Endeavour Quay have been called upon to host a high volume of large private yachts as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Yachts that would normally journey from the Caribbean to the Mediterranean each spring have instead sailed to the Solent to spend the summer in UK waters. The uncertainty surrounding foreign travel and regulations in France and Spain at the height of the lockdown have caused many British registered vessels to make their way to home waters. Gosport Marina is ideally suited to accommodate large vessels up to 40m LOA - with all states of tide access, large berths and the facilities of Endeavour

Quay next door, with its 180 ton capacity travel hoist and full service boatyard. Endeavour Quay’s yard manager, Tim Newell said: “We are pleased to be able to accommodate so many large yachts here. Normally we would be servicing one or two big boats at this time of year; we currently have five to look after. Premier Marinas’ recent investment in additional large capacity pontoons is really bearing fruit. “The services of the travel hoist are now in high demand for the months ahead, which in the context of the massive ‘pause’ that was put on our industry in March and April, gives me great confidence for the remainder of the year.”

MDL SHAMROCK QUAY Manager: Barry Radband William Street, Northam, Southampton Hampshire. SO14 5QL T: 023 8022 9461 E: shamrockquay@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.shamrockquay.co.uk

PREMIER MARINAS SWANWICK Manager: Graham Bristowe Swanwick (on the Hamble) Southampton, Hants. SO31 1ZL T: 01489 884081 E: swanwick@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com

MDL SAXON WHARF Manager: Joe Walton Lower York Street, Northam, Southampton. SO14 5QF T: 023 8033 9490 E: saxonwharf@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.saxonwharf.co.uk MDL HAMBLE POINT MARINA Manager: Andrew Coles School Lane, Hamble, Southampton Hampshire. SO31 4NB T: 023 8045 2464 E: hamblepoint@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.hamblepointmarina.co.uk MDL PORT HAMBLE MARINA Manager: Andrew Coles Satchell Lane, Hamble, Southampton Hampshire. SO31 4QD T: 023 8045 274,1 E: porthamble@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.porthamblemarina.co.uk MDL MERCURY YACHT HARBOUR Manager: Andrew Coles Satchell Lane, Hamble, Southampton, Hampshire. SO31 4HQ T: 023 8045 5994 E: mercury@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.mercuryyachtharbour.co.uk

TOWN QUAY MARINA Manager: Brian Akerman Management Office Town Quay, Southampton, SO14 2AQ T: 02380 234397 E: bakerman@abports.co.uk W: www.townquay.com HAMBLE YACHT SERVICES Port Hamble, Hamble, Southampton, Hampshire,SO31 4NN T: 02380 201501 E: info@hysgroup.co.uk www.hysgroup.co.uk UNIVERSAL MARINA Crableck Lane, Sarisbury Green Southampton, SO31 7ZN T: 01489 574272 W: www.universalmarina.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 Manager: Jonathan Walcroft Mumby Road , Gosport, Hampshire. PO12 1AH T: 023 9252 4811 F: 023 9258 9541 E: gosport@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com

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NEW MARINA IN THE HEBRIDES

LATER this summer, local and visiting leisure craft to Stornoway Harbour will be enjoying 75 new marina berths in its Newton Basin – increasing capacity for leisure craft to 155. The new facilities, designed and built by Inland and Coastal Marina Systems, will be protected by a state-of-the-art breakwater and complement the existing 80 berth marina that was previously expanded in 2014. With demand again currently exceeding supply for berthing in Stornoway, ICMS is installing its leisure marina walkway and finger pontoons

as part of Stornoway Port Authority’s 2017 Masterplan. The GRP mini-mesh decked pontoons will provide the muchneeded additional marina berths, all with excellent anti-slip properties. The Outer Hebrides is a key sailing destination for visitors, and Stornoway is an important link in the chain of safe havens stretching from the Butt of Lewis to the Isle of Barra. However, the marina’s position on the Isle of Lewis makes access to the mainland and construction plant challenging. “Being in the Hebrides has its logistical issues when it comes to installation, but we always find a solution,” explained Brian Curley, inland and coastal senior project manager. “Assembling the pontoons offsite really helps timewise and reduces the amount of specialist machinery needed in-situ. “This exciting project will also incorporate a new slipway and boat hoist, enabling the marina to offer boat yard services to visitors and port users,” continued Brian. “We are delighted to be involved in such a prominent project in Scotland, which will be enjoyed by locals, sailors from aboard and the wider community long into the future.” inlandandcoastal.com sales@inlandandcoastal.com

FIVE GOLD ANCHOR ACCREDITATION AWARD-winning Inland Marina of the Year, Church Minshull Aqueduct Marina has received further industry recognition as it has retained its five gold anchor marina accreditation. Following the global marina assessment conducted by The Yacht Harbour Association it was announced that the Shropshire Union Canal based family marina had again maintained its five gold anchor accreditation. Robert Parton CMM, managing director of Church Minshull Aqueduct Marina said:“We are all so proud that Church Minshull Aqueduct Marina has again achieved the five gold anchor accreditation. This industry acknowledgment is great proof of the teamwork that goes into keeping the high standards of our marina to provide the best experience for our boat owners and users. “The accreditation was achieved through a site assessment of specific items across several evaluation categories: Ambience, Planning, Policies and Procedures, Customer Service, Environmental and both on and offwater facilities and infrastructure. A

berth holder survey is also conducted as part of the process and this is the most rewarding feedback for us, to know that our customers are happy with the marina and services they receive.” Once the Gold Anchor Assessor has completed an evaluation and report an accreditation recommendation is put to either TYHA or MIA Gold Anchor Standards Panels for approval. Mystery shopper checks are used during the three-year validity period to ensure the accreditation remains valid as well as providing valuable additional information to the marina.

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reduces wear and tear on the hull, which in turn means improved through the water performance and reduced fuel consumption. Maintenance costs are lower too, and the boat’s residual value is maintained for longer. Graham Bristowe, Swanwick’s general manager said:“The project is due to be completed by the beginning of August – giving plenty of time for new customers to enjoy the delights of the Solent.” Dry stack customers can enjoy benefits including unlimited lifting and launching all year round, fuel at cost, free full Sea

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the colour and the drier the wine. Quite often called ‘Blush’, the choice on the shelves is almost bewildering. One way to choose is to follow your favourite red or white grape type and go for the rosé/blush version. For example, Argentinian Malbec is one of our favourite reds and the Tesco range includes a couple of rosé versions at £8 per bottle. If you like Spanish Rioja, try Muga Rioja Rosado rosé, £9.99 at Waitrose. A robust 13.5 per cent from the classic Rioja varietals, Tempranillo, Garnacha and Viura grapes, producing a full-bodied wine good for barbecues. One of our white favourites is Pinot Grigio, and we found the Sainsbury’s House Pinot Grigio Blush, 12 per cent, £4.50, dry and crisp with ‘hints of strawberry’ in the label tasting notes a great choice in the sunshine, with or without strawberries.

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Relax with a glass of wine, on a sunny afternoon, on your own swinging mooring in Poole Harbour overlooking Brownsea Island. Away from the madding crowd, these offer you ultimate privacy, peace & tranquillity.

VHF Channel 80 call sign “Poole Quay Boat Haven”

Poole Town Quay, Poole, Dorset BH15 1HJ t: 01202 649488 | poolequayboathaven.co.uk