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JOIN A CLUB  ENTER A RACE  TAKE A COURSE  TRY A WATERSPORT If 2022 is going to be the year that you take on a new sailing challenge or perhaps take the first steps into boating, there are teams, clubs, marinas and charities in search of people just like you. It could be at the pinnacle of the sport - many 2023 Ocean Globe Race entrants are seeking amateur crews – or it might be an open day or crew match at a sailing club. No experience required! There are also fantastic opportunities for disabled people to get afloat thanks to organisations like Wetwheels and the Disabled Sailors Association. So, what are you waiting for… make this the year you follow your marine dreams!

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A C L A SSIC E N V I RON M E N T FOR T R A DI T ION A L BOATS Birdham Pool is the oldest marina in the UK and our haven for classic and traditional boats. Even its location, just four miles from the historic county town of Chichester, nestled in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, reflects the pace and elegance of a bygone age.

S T O R A G E , R E PA I R A N D M A I N T E N A N C E Looking after traditional boats is what we’re exceptionally good at. Our 30 tonne hoist and transport, dry storage ashore and a boat yard of modern

and traditional skills offered by our tenant artisans means we’re geared for storage, repair and maintenance of all watercraft.

To complete the experience, we have five-star customer facilities, café and great transport links complementing the enviable one-hour access to the Solent and sheltered inland location.

Birdham is owned by Castle Marinas, a group of 11 coastal and inland marinas each with its own unique character. We are, and always will be large enough to cope, small enough to care.

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PROTOTYPE SET TO LAUNCH After construction began in August, Emirates Team New Zealand’s prototype hydrogen foiling chase boat has been in the final stages of a complex fit out prior to its launch this month, when it will have a sea trial.

The ETNZ Hydrogen project powered

by Toyota has been an important one for ETNZ who, as Defender of the America’s Cup, have committed to driving hydrogen innovation in the marine industry through working with clean technologies.

The prototype foiling boat is 10m and approximately 5,200kg displacement, and the cruising speed will be 30 - 35 knots with a top speed of around 50. It will carry six crew with a range of between 150 - 180km, generating approximately 440kW peak power via a 400V DC system powered by the Hydrogen Fuel Cell.

The four hydrogen storage tanks will store 33kgs of hydrogen gas at 350bar, while the propulsion is via a Mercury bottom end propellor embedded within the foils.

The design of the foil wings by the ETNZ team was largely based on AC75 technology and the autopilot which will be used to control the ride height is ETNZ proprietary technology that will be implemented in the new AC40 boats in production.

ETNZ Sustainability Ambassador and former Chair of Directors, Sir Stephen Tindall, who along with helping to fund the project also believes that strategically clean hydrogen will be a very important part of New Zealand’s green sustainability in future, said: “Green hydrogen comes from renewable energy like wind, solar and hydro and once the hydrogen is used in the boat, the only byproduct is water.

“I believe our ambitious move into hydrogen boats will set the scene for motor driven craft as we did in starting the marine foiling revolution. I am looking forward to seeing millions of hydrogen driven vehicles and boats over the next 20 years.”

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NEW LAUNCHES

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Tenacious heading to Cowes Week Cowes Week Limited has welcomed the Jubilee Sailing Trust as one of the Official Charities for the 2022 regatta.

The charity is joining the Scaramouche Sailing Trust who became an official charity partner two years ago.

The JST began 43 years ago in Southampton with a mission to change lives through adventure and exploration.

The charity aims to provide inclusive sailing experiences through voyages and day sails to both disabled and nondisabled people of all ages.

JST operates the tall ship SV Tenacious, which was built and maintained by volunteers, and designed to be sailed by a mixed ability crew. Tenacious will be in attendance for the duration of the regatta and the team will also be on shore hosting activities for visitors.

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Laurence Mead, regatta director at Cowes Week, said: “Looking out from the Royal Yacht Squadron platform on a Cowes Week race day we can see boats of all shapes and sizes enjoying the regatta.

“It is wonderful that this year the Jubilee Sailing Trust will be joining us with their tall ship, SV Tenacious which, although they will not be racing, will add to the fabulous spectacle on the water. We are very excited to have them join us and look forward to being able to see Tenacious during the week.”

Patrick Fleming, chief executive of the JST, said: “We are honoured to have been chosen as one of the two charities to be supported at Cowes Week. It is such an iconic and highly anticipated event on the yachting calendar and we are very excited to have our tall ship Tenacious present. We do not receive any government funding and rely on fundraising to enable us to continue our mission, so any awareness and support we receive is hugely appreciated.” www.cowesweek.co.uk

Climbing Cutty Sark EPIC TUBE CHALLENGE For the first time since arriving in Greenwich in 1954, visitors to Cutty Sark will be able to climb the famous masts.

The Rig Climb Experience, which launches on 2 April, starts with a briefing underneath the ship’s hull, before participants step up from the main deck on to the ship’s ratlines and

climb up its shrouds, just as hundreds of sailors did during Cutty Sark’s long career at sea.

Visitors will traverse one of the ship’s lower yardarms before reaching the tops platform to take in magnificent views, while standing amidst the rigging of a true London icon.

Cutty Sark made its name as one of the fastest

tea clippers of its day, and this was partly down to the modern engineering techniques behind the rigging. To help the ship reach speeds of 17 knots, Cutty Sark had more than 11 miles of rigging, an original sail area of 32,000sq.ft. across 32 sails, and a main mast standing at 152ft.

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Superyacht concepts, plus a new dinghy from RS Sailing PAGE 9

OLYMPIC TEAMS New pairings aiming for Paris 2024 and Paralympic plans PAGE 12

JUBILEE PHOTOS

Boating organisations celebrate the Queen’s 70 year reign PAGE 13

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A pair of lifeboat volunteers took to the London Underground in full lifesaving kit in February to visit 204 tube stations in a day to raise funds for the RNLI. The crew also visited all four RNLI Thames Lifeboat Stations (Chiswick, Teddington, Tower and Gravesend)..

Travelling in full all-weather lifeboat kit, including helmets and wellies, the two volunteers started their journey at Farringdon Station at 5.45am on the Saturday with the challenge taking 17 hours.

Brad Johnson said: “The challenge was exhausting. But above all, it was so rewarding. Visiting 204 tube stations in 17 hours took it out of us, but the reception from the general public was beyond anything we could have dreamt about.

“We spent a lot of time chatting with families, children and the public about water safety and the work of this amazing charity.”

This year the charity’s four River Thames stations celebrate 20 years of search and rescue on the tidal river, so visiting the stations was a must for Skegness RNLI lifeboat crew member Brad Johnson, who is undertaking 200 challenges between now and 2024 when the RNLI will celebrate its 200th anniversary. He was accompanied on this challenge by fellow crew member Nick Walton. Brad and his crewmates are fundraising for Skegness RNLI Lifeboat Station with a ‘200 for 200 Challenge’.

To find out more about the challenges visit lifeboatfundraising.org/200. www.justgiving.com/fundraising/rnli200

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All at Sea reader Steve Mattingly sent in this photo following Storm Eunice

Anyone who thinks February is a quiet month could not be more wrong. We had two big boating events – the debut BoatLife Live and the return of the muchloved RYA Dinghy and Watersport Show – along with news about many more events to come in 2022.

There has also been lots of fantastic fundraising taking place on and around the water, often benefitting organisations connected to the water. Did you, for example, spot the two RNLI volunteers who took on the challenge to visit 204 tube stations in a day in full lifesaving kit?

Not surprisingly with its incredible history, the RNLI was also one of several marine charities which shared wonderful photos of Her Majesty The Queen as we celebrated her 70 years on the throne in February. You can see a selection of the photos on page 13, and as we continue to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee throughout 2022, I am sure there will be many more photos to come of The Queen from across the years of her reign.

Last month was also a celebration of winter sports in the Winter Olympics, and while boating plays no part in those Games, there has been Olympic news from the British Sailing Team. It is easy to forget that, due to the Tokyo Games postponement, it is now only just over two years until Paris 2024! In April the first key test of the year in the build-up to the Paris Games takes place at Spain’s Trofeo Princesa Sofía regatta.

In addition, following the news that many of our sailing stars are moving on, it was exciting to find out about some of the new British line-ups working towards Paris. Turn to page 12 to find out about the latest team announcements.

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hearing more about World Sailing’s work to have Para Sailing reinstated in the Paralympic Games after being dropped after Rio. We will be following this story closely and will share further news as we hear it.

Of course for most of us our boating is a far more relaxed affair! That does not mean, however, that racing is out of the question, be it on the Solent or round the world.

Turn to page 11 to find out how you could be taking part in the 2023 Ocean Globe Race, plus the Royal Lymington Yacht Club is hosting an Open Day and Crew Match later this month. No experience required!

We have received several of your boating stories.

Keep them coming! On page 31 you can read about Colin Dobner’s interestingly named Folkboat. Send your story to editor@allatsea.co.uk.

Keep the photos coming too - thanks to Steve Mattingly for the storm picture above. I hope your boats (and homes!) were not too badly damaged in the storms. Over on page 14 there is an interesting storm story written by David Henshall.

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Simon Everett looks at the two players chasing the low emissions market.

Watches, smocks, t-shirts and more to get you ready for spring boating.

CHALLENGING TIMES? .............. 27 Are Italian motor yacht brands challenging the British in the UK?

NAUGHTY CAT ............................ 30

THE NAME GAME ........................ 31 All at Sea reader Colin Dobner shares memories of his Folkboat.

KIT BAG ......................................... 19

SHORESTYLE ............................... 19

Two friends from Gloucestershire and Hampshire have shattered a world record for rowing across the Atlantic, despite having no previous ocean or rowing experience.

Team Wild Waves’ Jessica Oliver and Charlotte Harris, who met at Cardiff University 10 years ago, rowed a gruelling 3,000 miles from La Gomera in the Canary Islands to English Harbour, Antigua in just 45 days, 7 hours and 25 minutes, knocking five days off the previous female pairs record.

The friends, who were taking part in the Talisker Whiskey Atlantic Challenge, were followed into the Caribbean harbour by dolphins and were greeted with an emotional quayside welcome from friends and family who had flown out to celebrate their success.

Considered the world’s toughest row, Jessica and Charlotte were one of the first female pairs to complete the Challenge since 2012, racing against 35 other teams from around the world.

As they stepped off their boat Cosimo on to dry land, they said they felt exhausted but

Bekki and Gordon Olliver and their four cats continue their European adventure.

POWER TALK ............................... 17

This month’s packed kit bag includes a paddleboard, sailing bags and new cartography products.

Record breaking rowers

PHOTO OF THE MONTH ............ 22 Another selection of your photos. Find out this month’s winning picture.

BEAUTIFUL BENETEAU ............. 32 Sanamiru, a 1999 Beneteau Oceanis 461, has received a refit.

exhilarated, having rowed two hours on, two hours off throughout.

Jessica and Charlotte had to contend with 30ft waves, which capsized their boat at one point, sleep deprivation, bouts of hallucination, severe heat, blisters and callouses on their hands, sharks and birds flying into their faces.

“The race was long and absolutely brutal but well worth it. The support we got on social media from friends and family, and the generous donations being made, spurred us on,” said Jessica.

The women are raising money for Shelter and Women’s Aid after cases of homelessness and domestic abuse increased during the pandemic, and have so far raised more than £42,000. They will also be holding a black tie Charity Ball on 13 May in London to continue to raise money for both charities.

To make a donation or to find out more about the Charity Ball visit www.teamwildwaves.com.

You can read about another successful rower, Bella Collins, on page 25.

MARINA GUIDE ........................... 36 Rounding up the latest news from around the UK’s marinas, plus your regional marina guide.

CHANGING FACE OF MARINAS .. 39 We learn about boatfolk’s mission to make marinas more accessible to all.

COMPETITION ............................. 40 Enter to win a pair of Chatham Java G2 boat shoes.

IN THE DRINK.............................. 42 Making the right choices when it comes to buying alcohol free wine.

ALL AT SEA QUIZ ....................... 24 Put your feet up with a cuppa and try this month’s puzzle

SWEPT AWAY ............................. 20 The remains of a long-lost West Country village serve as an important reminder that, much as we make use of our coast, we must also protect it.

SHOOTIN’ THE BREEZE ............. 25 With Bella Collins whose Ocean Sheroes team smashed a record in the Great Pacific Rowing Race.

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SAIL AWAY ................................... 21

CRUISING MATTERS ................. 26

YARMOUTH HARBOUR .............. 34

We catch up with the latest news from the Cruising Association.

We put the spotlight on this picturesque harbour, a hidden gem of the Solent.

From the Caribbean to the Med, we have got it covered.

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NEWS NEWS SNAPS SNAPS CELEBRATING UFFA FOX A celebration of Uffa Fox’s life, and to mark the 50th anniversary of his death, has been planned for 18 - 21 August. 12 organisations in Cowes and East Cowes have come together to plan Uffa Fox 50, which will include a regatta organised

by The Royal London Yacht Club, a heritage Uffa Fox trail and a display of dinghies designed by Uffa Fox. Uffa Fox was one of the most highly regarded naval architects and enthusiast of all aspects of sailing. www.uf50.org

BARRIER FREE BOATING Geoff Holt (L) and Mike Wood (R)

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President Putin’s £73 million superyacht, Graceful, sailed out of a German shipyard last month, ahead of sanctions against Russia in relation to the invasion of Ukraine. According to German newspaper Bild, the superyacht left the shipyard, where it has been since 2021, before work on the yacht could be completed.

MARITIME FESTIVAL

The Maritime Festival is a new event being held in Bournemouth over 30 April – 1 May. The festival has much to offer, not just for the nautically minded, but the whole family. There will be children’s entertainment and a picnic area where you can relax and enjoy the day. There will be a boat jumble, local traders, clubs and local trusts and groups. www.maritime-festival.com .

OUR VOICES PODCAST

The RYA has teamed up with podcast Our Voices for a series of insightful episodes chatting with members of the boating community. The interviews will focus on diversity in sport and celebrating some of the girls and women participating in boating. Initially started as a voice for NHS medical professionals during the pandemic, the podcast has evolved as a channel for hearing real stories told by real people. It can be accessed via the Our Voices website. ourvoicespodcast.com

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Disabled people will have the chance to take a ride on a powerboat or enjoy a relaxing sail around Portsmouth Harbour and the Solent thanks to a collaboration between two of the UK’s truly accessible boating organisations.

The Disabled Sailors Association, who operate a fully accessible catamaran

Scott Baderin Portsmouth, and Wetwheels Solent, who also operate their fully accessible power catamaran in Portsmouth, will be offering all disabled people, including those with profound and complex disabilities, the opportunity to enjoy the Blue Health benefits of being on the water.

Founder of Wetwheels, and himself a disabled yachtsman, Geoff Holt MBE explained: “Portsmouth is unique in the UK, possibly the world, being home to not only a fully accessible sailing yacht but also a fully accessible powerboat.

We wanted to showcase what we do and what better way than to have an event, not only for disabled people in our local community, but also for local businesses and the public to recognise the amazing work both organisations are doing on a day-to-day basis right here in Portsmouth, taking many thousands of disabled people out for an experience on the water each year.”

Founder of the DSA and himself a disabled yachtsman, Mike Wood MBE added: “This event is a fantastic opportunity to share the unique boating charities that exist in Portsmouth.

The Disabled Sailors Association are so proud to be a part of this event enabling disabled people to truly access the water.”

Both Mike and Geoff are paralysed with high-level spinal injuries and use heavy powered wheelchairs. They are very clear what constitutes ‘barrier free’

sailing or boating, and that is any vessel absolutely must include the ability to take all disabilities, including heavy wheelchairs and people with severe and complex learning disabilities.

Both boats will be running five trips a day. People can pre-book a 90-minute experience on either vessel free of charge, including one carer, by contacting Wetwheels (07904 997 622) or Scott Bader (07841 675 308). The event will be held over 14 - 15 May courtesy of Gunwharf Quays who have made their marina and facilities available.

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PARALYMPIAN PROMOTES CLEANER SAILING Four-time Paralympian and world champion sailor, Hannah Stodel, is the new ambassador for Clean Sailors.

Set up in 2020, Clean Sailors works to create new standards of cleaner sailing within the global marine community, to campaign on legislative issues and to promote education and conservation opportunities specific to sailing as well as the wider marine ecosystem.

Sailor Holly Manvell, who set up Clean Sailors, said: “Partnering with Clean Sailors underlines Hannah’s commitment to promoting a cleaner standard in sailing, and in inspiring every sailor to become an ocean ambassador.

Hannah, who is working towards becoming the first disabled female sailor to compete in the 2024 Vendée Globe, said: “Having been a professional sailor for all of my life, I am still astounded at how wasteful our industry can be, particularly on professional race circuits.

Congratulations to the winners of The Sailor’s Bluffing Bible from the January issue: Tony Hurdman from Worcestershire, Mark Baillie from Bedfordshire and Kathryn Casbolt from West Sussex. Southampton’s Dominic Brown was the lucky winner of a Coast Torch from Nauticalia.

You can find this month's competitions on pages 11 and 40.

“Each cycle, we build new boats - to be faster, more technical and more spectacular - without full regard for old machines and their components; the recyclability and circularity of the highperformance materials. Development without full regard for our oceans and our planet needs to be challenged.

“We can upcycle old boats, we can build truly recyclable boats, we can care about what we put into our oceans - we can make a difference, and that is why I am so, so proud to join Holly and Clean Sailors and use my voice to do just that.”

Hannah and Clean Sailors want to encourage other members of the sailing community to become ambassadors and help raise awareness of the issues facing the world’s oceans. www.cleansailors.com www.hannahstodelracing.com You can read the latest Paralympics up-date on page 12.

Hannah Stodel with founder of Clean Sailors Holly Manvell

SOLENTMET APPS UP-DATE The Solentmet Support Group has announced that the Solentmet applications for Android and Apple have been upgraded, allowing live wind and sea conditions to be easily monitored on a mobile device.

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sailors to monitor conditions for the four Solent weather stations at Chimet (outside Chichester Harbour), Cambermet (inside Chichester Harbour), Bramblemet (in the Solent) and Sotonmet (in Southampton Water).

James Lavery, Solentmet Support Group developer and trustee, said: “This update means we are now able to deliver a modern, responsive app with real-time information including wind, atmospheric and tide height for boaters and sailors in the Solent.”

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CLASSIC OPPORTUNITY FOR DISABLED SEA ANGLERS

Disabled anglers will have the opportunity to compete alongside some of the world’s greatest sea anglers in this year’s Sea Angling Classic, taking place from 15 - 19 June in Portsmouth.

Wetwheels vessels have been designed to accommodate all disabled people, including wheelchair users, providing state-of-the-art facilities including electric fishing reels for anglers with limited hand function and fish-finding marine electronics.

Ross Honey, Angling Spirit and Sea Angling Classic founder, said: “We are not only going to see top-level fishing but also encourage newcomers to the sport and inspire the next generation of anglers. Working with Wetwheels as the event’s Inclusivity Partner means the Sea Angling Classic is truly open to all.

“Throughout the event the Wetwheels vessel will be taking people afloat, many for the first time, to experience the world of fishing and all the accompanying emotions, from the thrill of landing a fish to the peacefulness of being out on open water.”

Open to all, the Sea Angling Classic is a unique international fishing competition using the diverse Solent fishing grounds. The event is a catch, photograph and release format, focusing on five species: Tope, Smooth hound, Rays, Bass and Black Bream.

There will be two categories, one for recreational boat anglers and one for charter boats and will see a host of anglers competing for a prize table worth more than 200,000 across the two categories (the most valuable prize table ever offered in a UK recreational boat sea fishing event).

Wetwheels founder, himself a passionate disabled angler, Geoff Holt MBE said: “We are absolutely delighted to be part of this amazing competition. We regularly run trips with disabled anglers, some of whom will give their nondisabled counterparts a run for their money. To be able to compete on a level playing field alongside the world’s greatest anglers, will demonstrate to the world that when you remove barriers to access, disabled people can participate just as easily.

“Sea angling is so much more than catching fish. Out at sea on the boat, it is an opportunity to forget about your disability, be with like-minded friends, to be at one with nature and it is so important for our mental health and well-being.” wetwheelsfoundation.org www.seaanglingclassic.com Wetwheels has also been chosen as the Charity of the Year by ABP’s Port of Southampton after being voted for by ABP Southampton Region staff. Money raised this year will go directly to Wetwheels’ Hamble and Solent branches.

Andy Fell, chairman of the Wetwheels Foundation, said: “It is wonderful recognition for the work we do locally and will help not only raise much-needed funds but also shine a light on our work with disabled people of all ages across the region by providing barrier-free boating experiences in our rich and diverse coastal waters. We look forward to a year of fun and excitement on the water and working with ABP and their employees.”

DEEP-WATER BERTHS

Noss on Dart’s new £3.5m floating marina is just the first phase of Premier Marina’s £75m redevelopment programme on the River Dart, offering 232 fullyserviced berths.

Now the team has unveiled an exclusive opportunity to secure one of just two 25 metre deep-water berths in the marina.

“The floating marina was completed last summer and we are delighted to now offer these deep-water berths, which are extremely rare on the River Dart,” said Andy Osman CMM, general manager.

Set on the sunny eastern bank of the River Dart, in a secluded area of outstanding natural beauty and just minutes from Dartmouth, Noss on Dart marina offers

easy access to some of the most beautiful anchorages and ports in Devon. It offers a new full-service boatyard facility including a hoist dock and new 75 tonne hoist for boat lifts; the largest on the river, with deep water access. Along with yard lifting facilities, boat owners will find all the support services they need on site from self-storage units to hire for boat kit to expertise from marine service tenants.

The construction of a new Marina Control building, which will include luxury berth holder facilities, a launderette and a small café is underway, and work on the boutique hotel, spa and restaurant complex is expected to start later this year. www.premiermarinas.com/Marina-Berth-Options/ Annual-Berthing/Annual-Quote-Step

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NEWS SNAPS BRIDGE REMOVAL?

An historic bridge in Rotterdam may have to be temporarily dismantled in order to allow a $500 million yacht that is reportedly being built for Amazon founder Jeff Bezos to make its way to the sea. A three-year renovation of the bridge was completed in 2017. The middle can be raised to allow ships to pass, but apparently it is not high enough for the new yacht’s masts.

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DOG RESCUER

A man was rescued from the water when a cockapoo called Poppy alerted her owner by her constant barking. The man had fallen from a tender near Royal Clarence Marina and had been swept away. The dog walker called the emergency services and the Coastguard sent a marine police unit, coastguard rescue team and Gosport and Fareham Inshore Lifeboat Service.

The man was found clinging on to a post in the water and was treated for hypothermia.

FAREWELL TO JOHN

John Dean, who founded Dean and Reddyhoff with Richard Reddyhoff, passed away last month. Their first development was Haslar Marina in the early 1990s. East Cowes Marina and Weymouth Marina followed, with the last one being Portland Marina, built for the 2012 Olympics. Dean and Reddyhoff merged with Quay Marinas in 2019 to form marina group boatfolk.

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An organisation providing funded training opportunities alongside one of the biggest challenges in the world, the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race, returns this spring to deliver further programmes on the West Coast of Scotland.

The Our Isles and Oceans mission statement is ‘Youth Opportunity and Professional Development for Sustainable Livelihoods’, and after launching last June has already seen 40 young people go through its training and development programme.

Our Isles and Oceans was created in response to the employment difficulties faced by people in the 18 - 35 age bracket following the pandemic. The programmes within the organisation focus on building confidence and resilience, finding opportunities and creating a community where mentorship, advice and support is at the core.

As the first new British Team Entry in the Clipper 2023-24 Race, Our Isles and Oceans will race alongside 10 other yachts in the circumnavigation around the world. Through the programme those who have taken part in the initial sailing training will be able to apply to secure a funded position on the 2023-24 race.

Elizabeth Balmer, 27 from Largs, suffered with long-Covid and took part in the Our Isles and Oceans programme. She said: “I suffered from long Covid for over a year spending seven months in bed. Having the opportunity to immerse myself with people, after being scared to get Covid again and losing my confidence has been really special. The fact that I have managed to do it, I feel like I am finally back and I have recovered.”

Our Isles and Oceans is once more looking for people who want to make a change in their lives and who might never have the opportunity to learn to sail. www.ourislesandoceans.co.uk

Royal Lymington’s Centenary XOD Week The Royal Lymington Yacht Club, which is celebrating its centenary, will be hosting its 2022 XOD Regatta from 4 – 8 June.

Always a popular event, this year’s Centenary XOD Week will be bigger and more exciting than ever before, with great entertainment planned for the evenings.

Racing at the RLymYC XOD Week is competitive yet friendly, lighthearted and fun, with many skippers and crews enjoying drinks and socialising together in the RLymYC bar afterwards.

The club welcomes entries from visiting X One Design boats from all divisions as well as their own members. Racing will take place on the Solent, with prizes awarded for specific categories at the end of the regatta.

Visiting skippers and crews will be welcome at the Royal Lymington Yacht Club throughout the event, including the bar, restaurant and sun terraces. A number of events are planned for the evenings,

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Caribbean and up to first time Host Port Bermuda. After some much needed R&R, the 11 ocean racing yachts will head to New York, before racing across the North Atlantic to Derry~Londonderry for the city’s Maritime Festival running from 20 – 24 July, of which the sailing fleet is the centrepiece.

Then there is one final sprint, with London’s Royal Docks hosting the Race Finish.

Founded by Sir Robin Knox-Johnston the race recently celebrated 25 years since its first edition in 1996.

Sir Robin said: “We appreciate it has been a long wait for our crew competing in the outstanding stages of this circumnavigation but we cannot wait to get our teams racing again and continuing the Clipper 2019-20 Race.”

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We were looking at what Fairline Yachts were up to and reporting on the big numbers signing up for the Round the Island Race.

We also discussed boating with a disability as well as giving out boat buying advice. Read back issues of All at Sea at: www. allatsea.co.uk/all-at-sea-the-paper

The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race resumes its 2019-20 edition this month after an almost two year delay caused by the pandemic.

The sailing event, which trains people from all walks of life to become ocean racers, was suspended in March 2020 after sailing halfway around the world and is restarting from Subic Bay, Philippines.

Once the fleet departs the Philippines, the sailors’ next big challenge will be tackling the North Pacific Ocean, which is known as ‘the big one’. The teams will be racing towards Seattle and are expected to arrive in the US city in mid-April.

The fleet will then race down the West Coast of America to Panama, where it will transit the Panama Canal, sail through the

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including a party with live music from The Goodfoot Band on 4 June, and a drinks party on 6 June, sponsored by Wessex Distillery. The grand finale will be a Prize Giving evening after racing on 8 June.

You do not need to own a boat to get involved in XOD Week; the Royal Lymington’s Crew Match and Open Day takes place at the club on 26 March; everyone is welcome and no prior boating experience is required.

RLymYC commodore, Phil Lawrence, said: “Anyone interested in boating is encouraged to come along to our Open Day and Crew Match Morning. You do not have to be a member of a sailing club, just keen to participate in our sport.

"Crew Match introduces the inexperienced but keen sailor to the right team. Many skippers are happy to train those with no sailing experience but genuine enthusiasm. www.rlymyc.org.uk/xodweek rlymyc.org.uk/CrewMatch

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UNIQUE SUPERYACHT CONCEPT

A futuristic 71m superyacht concept has been revealed by Denison Yachting and SkyStyle.

The concept yacht, Project UNIQUE 71, is intended for cruising oceans in style and speed. Her futuristic profile and 13m beam have sporty characteristics, such as a sharp, pointed bow and threedimensional surfaces. Other noteworthy features include a sky lounge sundeck, a jacuzzi, a touch-and-go helipad and plunge pool with an automatic cover.

Guests can move from one deck to another using the elevator or the wraparound central staircase. Inside, generous space leads to private suites for up to 12 guests. The owner’s deck is even designed with an illuminated ceiling that can also be set to automatically open for an ocean breeze.

Project UNIQUE has plenty of entertainment and relaxation areas too, including a gym, sauna, 12-seat theatre and billiard/bar room.

RS TOURA LAUNCH RS Sailing has launched the new RS Toura, a dinghy which has room for up to seven crew.

Nestled in the RS range between the RS Quest and RS Venture, the Toura comes with a reefable mainsail, furling jib, asymmetric spinnaker, ample stowage, optional outboard and a choice of accessories, allowing owners to make the RS Toura unique to them.

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The new flagship of the Signature range, the 650, replaces the Serie 640.

The cockpit has been lowered to create a step-free connection to the saloon. This allows the living space of the saloon to be extended into the area of the cockpit. An optional hydraulic bathing platform can comfortably launch a 600kg tender, watersports equipment or bathers.

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The enlarged flybridge offers a large U-lounge with a table as well as a fully equipped helm station to starboard. There is the option of a second helm station to port.

For increased range and renewable energy generation on long voyages, the Privilège Signature 650 can be equipped with two powerful hydrogenerators.

Alex Newton-Southon, CEO - RS Sailing Design & Technologies, said: “We designed the RS Toura to have great internal space and reassuring stability, which gives it excellent people carrying ability. The RS Toura has a modern feel to complement the RS Zest and RS Quest, whilst also ensuring ease of use, excellent handling and easy maintenance.” www.rssailing.com/project/rs-toura

New Squadron 58 Fairline Yachts has announced the concept launch of a new Squadron 58, set to hit the water in November 2022 and to be showcased for the first time at boot Düsseldorf in January 2023.

The yacht is a completely new design from Fairline with the exterior design embracing the styling cues of iconic Squadrons of the past with the triple-fin detail incorporated into the superstructure aft quarters.

The Squadron 58 also comes with a beach club option, a first for Fairline. It consists of hydraulic fold-down balconies on both the port and starboard sides, a new design for the high/low transom bathing platform and flexible and modular cockpit seating, complemented with a glass transom. When not in use,

the bathing platform can be used to hold a tender and it remotely extends, doubling in length, and submerges into the water allowing plenty of space for sun loungers. The beach club comes complete with moveable cockpit bar stools and an integrated sound system.

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GET AFLOAT WITH BOATGEN

A new line-up of events has been announced by boatgen, delivered in partnership by boatfolk and The Andrew Simpson Foundation.

The get afloat days aim to engage and encourage young people to experience the benefits of being on the water and will have the support of boatgen’s five new youth ambassadors. The first three events take place this month in Birmingham, Reading and Portland.

Joining Tim Long, who became the first boatgen ambassador last year, are

five boaters with varying backgrounds and experience. Tasked with inspiring the next generation of young boaters to experience the freedom, challenges and benefits that come with getting on the water, they will be involved in the boatgen days as well as raising awareness of boating opportunities among their peer groups.

The five ambassadors are: Alex Mengham, 16, from Portsmouth, Molly Wilson, 21, from Basingstoke, Leah Gater, 21, from Bracknell, Olivia Elliott, 22

from Weston-Super-Mare and Alistair Mansfield, 24, from Lancaster.

Dominic Zammit, director at boatfolk, said: “We are delighted to have added five inspirational young members to the team who will play a pivotal role in making sailing and watersports accessible to all.

We will open the ambassador scheme for further applications later this year, so any prospective supporters should follow us on Instagram and Facebook to keep up-to-date on the latest news.” www.boatgen.co.uk

boatgen ambassador Tim Long.

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PUFFIN'S CATCH OF THE DAY Cruising Association member Hilary Henery won the CA’s annual photo competition with her stunning photo of a puffin with a beak full of sand eels.

Taken on Lunga, one of the Treshnish Islands in Scotland, and entitled ‘Catch of the Day’, Hilary explained how she captured the photo: “After clambering across the rocky shore, we climbed the cliff to be rewarded with the sight of dozens of puffins emerging from their burrows. They appeared to drop off the cliffs in their attempt to fly, before returning to their nests with beaks stuffed full of sand eels for their young.

“They did not seem at all bothered by our presence, as we likely scared off the large skuas.

They were not easy to photograph and were understandably very quick to land and dive into their burrows. We sat there for an hour or so on the grass in awe watching the antics of these beautiful birds. It is the first time I have ever seen puffins close up and I am completely in love!”

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CATS ON TOUR The five venues for the GC32 Racing Tour’s ninth season will include some of the best in Europe for foiling catamaran competition.

With strong competition between pro teams, including several also competing in SailGP, and private owner-drivers, who have their own ranking and prizes, the circuit represents the most cost effective way into foil-born yachting.

The GC32 teams will return to one of their favourite venues: Riva del Garda (25 - 29 May), renowned for its flat water, big winds. From Italy, the GC32 Racing Tour

will travel to Portugal’s Algarve, where it has a long relationship with the town of Lagos. It was here, in June last year, that the flying catamaran circuit resumed after 18 months of cancelled events due to the pandemic.

To minimise travel, two consecutive events were held there, a formula welcomed by the teams and the local Portuguese hosts, so this will be repeated again in 2022 (22 - 26 June and 13 – 17 July).

The final two events on the 2022 Tour will take place over 14 - 18 September and 19 - 23 October in venues still to be announced.

IN SEARCH OF ADVENTURE Clipper Ventures will now be offering expedition sailing to Greenland from this summer after unveiling its new subsidiary, SKIRR Adventures.

Set to offer expedition voyages to some of the most powerful and remote locations – by sea and land – SKIRR Adventures will meet the growing demand for adventure and unique experiences following the long periods of lockdown.

Expedition voyages will take in some incredibly remote locations

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The company also announced further big-boat racing, including the new Knox-Johnston Cup, and an experiential sailing programme, as it relaunches its Clipper Events business.

Clipper Events, sister company to Clipper Round the World Yacht Race, has re-invented its offering focusing on three new pillars: Experiential Sailing, Bespoke Events and an Iconic Races bigboat racing programme.

In addition to a jam-packed schedule of Round The Island Race, Sevenstar Round Britain and Ireland and RORC Fastnet 2023, the Iconic Races calendar will include the new KnoxJohnston Cup. The event, named in honour of Clipper Race founder, Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, will see teams race around the Isle of Wight with the added tactical racing features of the Clipper Race.

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BY: JULIA JONES / £20 HARDBACK / ADLARD COLES Julia Jones was searching through items stored at her house and discovered old written material - accounts by her father of his experiences in the Royal Naval Volunteer Supplementary Reserve. Julia had met some of the people mentioned, and although she was too young to truly know them, these memories encouraged her to delve into their history.

In this book Julia tells the stories of the yachtsmen volunteers of World War II, from famous names such as Sir Peter Scott and Nicholas Monsarrat to ordinary sailors – from the typesetters, lawyers and university students to the businessmen and designers, who loved sailing and risked their lives to aid the war effort.

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Éric Tabarly’s legendary Pen-Duick VI will be back around the world for its 50th anniversary. Image: Carlo Borlenghi

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A dream for countless sailors, many of the 24 entrants in the 2023 Ocean Globe Race are looking for amateur crews (OGR is an amateur race but up to 30 per cent of the crew can be professionals) to race around the world.

Marie Tabarly has been sailing PenDuick VI for many years, as the flagship of her Elemen’Terre Project. It has become a floating think tank, a place of exchange and meeting as well as to reflect on social issues and environmental protection.

Joining the Ocean Globe Race continues with this theme, and last month she opened her search for a volunteer crew.

“The decision to take part in a crewed round-the-world race is not one to be taken lightly, but it is a beautiful tribute to Pen Duick VI and her Jubilee,” said Marie.

“With this in mind, I am inviting sailors to apply to be crew on board, as this is a lifetime opportunity I wanted to share and a way to meet new people on this adventure.”

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Tapio, the first person to enter the OGR, had more than 100 young Finnish sailors send him their CVs in 2020. The 60 hopefuls, who made it to the sailing selection, were cut to 19 for the 2021 season on Galiana before the final 12 were chosen. www.OceanGlobeRace.com

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Alison Young in the Laser Radial. Image: Jesús Renedo / Trofeo Princesa Sofía Iberostar

The first key test of 2022 in the build-up to the Paris 2024 Olympics will be held in Mallorca, Spain from 1 - 9 April.

The Trofeo Princesa Sofía regatta - the largest Europe-based event for Olympic Sailing Classes - will attract more than 1,500 sailors from 55 nations competing across 10 Olympic disciplines.

The event will see competition across the women’s ILCA 6 (Laser), 49er FX, IQ Foil and Formula Kite and the men’s ILCA 7 (Laser Radial), 49er, IQ Foil and Formula Kite, along with the mixed 470 and Nacra 17.

Ferran Muniesa, technical director, said: “We are delighted that the Trofeo Princesa Sofía regatta will return in 2022 - our first regatta since 2019 due to the pandemic.”

David Graham, CEO of World Sailing, said: “Trofeo Princesa Sofía is one of the long-standing and largest annual regattas and forms a key part of the World Sailing event strategy, partnering with established major regattas that support sailors to train and compete during the Olympic cycle.”

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NEW TEAMS PREPARING FOR PARIS 2024 Olympic champion sailors Dylan Fletcher and Eilidh McIntyre have revealed the teammates they will pair up with for a shot at a second gold medal.

Dylan Fletcher made history alongside Stuart Bithell at Tokyo 2020 as the pair became the first Brits to win Olympic gold in the 49er class.

Following Stuart’s retirement from Olympic sailing, Dylan has teamed up with Rhos Hawes, a rising star in the 49er class.

Dylan said: “In the back of my mind I always thought that if I went again it would be with Rhos, yet at the same time, there were quite a few parts that had to fall into place. Returning as Olympic champion certainly changes some parts of the campaign, but at the end of the day it is still a sailboat race.”

Rhos Hawes, 24, said: “There may be no better opportunity to achieve my goal of an Olympic gold medal than to team up with someone who has experienced it and achieved it. There will be a lot of challenges

heading towards Paris 2024, but that is exciting.”

Eilidh McIntyre also sealed her place in the history books in Tokyo, taking the top spot in the women’s 470 with Hannah Mills, who became the most successful female Olympic sailor in history off the back of the win. Hannah has retired from Olympic sailing to concentrate on the SailGP circuit and her environmental campaigning.

For Paris 2024, 470 crews must be mixed and Eilidh has forged a partnership with Martin Wrigley, training partner to Tokyo 2020 Olympians Luke Patience and Chris Grube.

“Martin and I have spoken for years about the 470 going mixed and partnering up so it was kind of inevitable,” said Eilidh.

Meanwhile, two-time Olympian Saskia Tidey has teamed up with 20-year-old Freya Black in the 49erFX after Charlotte Dobson called time on her Olympic career. A national champion in the 29er class, Freya

Dylan Fletcher and Alain Sign at Rio. Image: Richard Langdon

is returning to skiff racing after competing in the mixed 470 class for the past two years.

Other new pairings for 2022 include Chris Taylor/James Grummett, Nick Robins/Dan Budden and Arran Holman/James Taylor, all in the 49er class.

Amy Seabright (470), Kirstie Urwin (Nacra 17), Nikki Boniface (Nacra 17) and George Povall (ILCA 6/470) have retired from the British Sailing Team. www.britishsailingteam.com

SEEKING OLYMPIC SELECTION Last month World Sailing attended a virtual briefing by the International Paralympic Committee as it outlined the terms and timeline for sports seeking inclusion in the 2028 Paralympic Games.

Para Sailing was a successful Paralympic sport for five consecutive Games from Sydney 2000 to Rio 2016.

“World Sailing has put the reinstatement of Para Sailing in the Paralympic Games at the top of its agenda,” said David Graham, CEO of World Sailing. “We are pleased that the

IPC has so clearly outlined the process for sports seeking selection for the Paralympic Games LA28 at such an early stage and provided the timeline to which World Sailing must submit its case.”

Of the case for re-introducing Para Sailing to the Olympics, David Graham said: “Everyone is starting from the same position, no sports are guaranteed a place and we can absolutely demonstrate that Para Sailing is one of the most inclusive, diverse and universal sports on the planet today.”

John Robertson, Stephen Thomas and Hannah Stodel at Rio 2016. Image: Richard Langdon/World Sailing

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RNLI LOOKS BACK AT THE QUEEN’S REIGN To celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s 70 years on the throne, the RNLI delved into the archives to re-issue five classic pictures in commemoration of its royal patron’s long-standing commitment to the lifesaving charity.

Among them is a picture of 10-year-old coxswain’s son Robbie Maiden meeting Her Majesty during her Silver Jubilee celebrations in 1977 when she attended the naming ceremony of Hartlepool RNLI’s Waveney class all-weather lifeboat, The Scout. Now, 45 years later, Robbie – just like his dad – is Hartlepool’s coxswain but still remembers his meeting with Her Majesty fondly.

“It was a very proud day for me and one that I still remember despite being just 10-years-old. The lifeboat crew had arranged for me to have my own RNLI Guernsey jumper and red woolly hat so I looked like part of the crew.”

Another of the pictures is from June 1978 when The Queen visited Guernsey. As she prepared to embark The Royal Yacht Britannia, the crew from St Peter Port RNLI formed a guard of honour in their traditional RNLI Guernsey jumpers.

Her Majesty has named a number of lifeboats including ‘her own’ in 1993 when she named the Mersey class all-weather lifeboat Her Majesty The Queen. The Queen has visited many lifeboat stations during her reign and a picture taken in 2013, her most recent RNLI visit, captures a magnificent smile as she talks to volunteers from St Ives RNLI. Throughout her reign, Her Majesty has officially recognised the efforts made by hundreds of RNLI volunteers towards saving lives at sea by awarding them in her twice yearly honours lists. Unofficially, Her Majesty has also recognised the efforts of hundreds more volunteers in person during all the RNLI events she has attended over the years.

See all five pictures at the All at Sea news pages online: www.allatsea.co.uk/news

Robbie Maiden meeting The Queen at Hartlepool in 1977. Image: RNLI

St Peter Port Lifeboat crew forming a guard of honour for HM The Queen on the last day of her visit to Guernsey. Image: RNLI

The Queen visited the boathouse in St Ives and was greeted by hundreds of locals who lined the seafront. Image: Nigel Millard/RNLI Picture Library

SAILORS’ SOCIETY MARKS THE PLATINUM JUBILEE

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HRH Princess Elizabeth chatting with Merchant Navy seafarers in Aberdeen in 1944.

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Queen Elizabeth II was a young princess when she opened the Sailors’ Society’s new Sailors’ Home in Aberdeen. It was October 1944 and her first solo opening ceremony.

The Queen became the charity’s Patron on ascending the throne in 1952, and in February the international maritime charity celebrated Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee.

Sara Baade, Sailors’ Society’s CEO, said: “We offer our heartfelt congratulations and very best wishes to Her Majesty on the occasion of her Platinum Jubilee. It is a privilege to have The Queen as our Patron and we are incredibly grateful for her support and longstanding dedication to the welfare of seafarers and their families in need.

"We look forward to joining with communities around the world to celebrate Her Majesty’s historic reign throughout the year.”

Queen Elizabeth II has marked a number of key dates through the Society’s 204-year history, including the televised Songs of Praise at Southampton Docks to celebrate the charity’s 175th anniversary in 1993.

Paying tribute to the Society at that event, The Queen said: “The sea has always been the lifeblood of our world; it ebbs and flows through every chapter of this island’s history. Those who sail it, whether to trade between nations or to protect others ‘upon their lawful occasions’ are men and women of special skills and fortitude.”

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WIND OF CHANGE SPECIAL REPORT The latter part of February will be remembered for the severe storms that battered the country leaving chaos and damage in their wake, but should we expect more frequent weather systems like those seen last month?

It is very easy to forget that the great storm of 1987 was 35 years ago, so for many people it is something that happened a long time in the past. Even for those who lived through the storm, most memories are of the BBC forecaster Michael Fish finding out that one of the great truisms is that not everyone wanted the right answer.

No, a hurricane was not on its way, as a hurricane, by definition, is a tropical revolving storm. But a storm with hurricane strength winds, now that is another matter and that was very much on the cards, as it was again last month.

Just as with the October 1987 storm, the conditions in the atmosphere were just right for the creation of what the meteorological people call ‘explosive cyclogenesis’, when the storm undergoes a sudden and intense drop in the air pressure of at least 24 millibars in 24 hours.

As the storm that had been named Eunice headed for our shores, all the indications were that this indeed would be what the media likes to call a ‘storm bomb’. What made Eunice different to the 1987 storm was that back then, all the indications were that the fastmoving weather front would rip across the UK overnight, meaning that many people went to bed only to wake up the following morning to the chaotic scenes.

Eunice, on the other hand, swept in mid to late morning, meaning that the drama was played out in full view.

However, the serious nature of the situation had started the afternoon before, when schools along the South Coast warned that they would be shut, whilst the Toll Bridge over the River Itchen in Southampton announced it would be closed from 5am on the Friday morning.

DAY TO REMEMBER

Now for many, the morning of Friday 18 February had dawned to wind and rain, but nothing to make one think that this was anything other than a bad winter storm, one of a number that had swept through over the preceding months.

Down in Dorset, a taxi driver rang into the local radio station at 8am to complain that this was just another case of the media talking up and exaggerating the situation to make for a bigger story.

An hour or so later and he may have been thinking twice about his words, as the barometer dropped and the wind increased, but even by mid-morning, although bad, Eunice was yet to show any real malevolence.

The fun would really start just after 10am when the SotonMet weather station on the Southampton dock head started seeing sustained winds of over 40kt, with gusts over 50kt. Just 30 minutes later, this became 50kt plus, with a gust of 78kt, which is firmly into the Met Office description for hurricane strength winds.

Very soon after that, the reports started coming in of damage all around the coast, with yachts up on the hard standing in Hythe Marina blowing over, whilst others sank in the Hamble River, and even up on the more sheltered berths further up the River Itchen boats were getting into difficulty.

By now those who were safely snugged down somewhere were either watching the live stream of jets trying to land at Heathrow or were watching the feed from the Needles, where wind

readings nudging into three figures are not unknown. There was something of an inevitability about the late morning, as what had been 90kts clicked on ever upwards. At Ventnor, a gust of 97mph was seen, before the Needles broke the all-time record for a recorded wind speed in England with 125.4mph.

RIDING IT OUT

Thankfully, most had heeded the wellpublicised advice that had been given on the back of a rare ‘Red’ weather warning, which carries an explicit risk to life.

However, some people had to travel, with many who know the Solent sparing a thought for the 90 passengers and 13 crew on the St. Faith, the Wightlink ferry running from Fishbourne to Portsmouth. They had left Fishbourne on time at 10am for the 40-minute crossing, only to arrive at the entrance to Portsmouth Harbour just as Eunice was really kicking in at full strength.

The decision of the St. Faith’s Captain not to try to dock was well made when later footage was shown of the Red Funnel ferry at Southampton being forced broadside against the end of her berth by a strong gust. With the storm now at its height, all the Captain of the St. Faith could do was to ride out the worst of the weather, hove too just outside of the harbour.

After nearly four hours of being bounced around and despite the best efforts of the crew to offer drinks and snacks (not that many takers… strange that!) the conditions eased enough for the St. Faith to gingerly enter Portsmouth Harbour.

The sympathy that was felt for the passengers and crew was not matched by any great outpouring of appreciation for the two jet-ski owners who thought that it would be fun to head out afloat just as the storm was reaching its peak.

By all accounts they were intercepted by the Southampton Harbour Master’s launch that was out checking the situation around the docks, who sent the pair back with a few choice words.

COUNTING THE COST

One of the few good things about storms such as Eunice is that the whole weather system tracks its way across the country very fast, so that by mid-afternoon, although still very windy, the worst of the weather was heading eastwards into the Low Countries where it continued to create chaos.

However, by first light on Saturday, the cost to the marine industry was being counted, with boats damaged in marinas and boatyards, as well as sunk in anchorages. The many sailing clubs along the coast had been hit especially hard, with small dinghies and catamarans that had been well lashed down breaking free, with some levitating their way through the air to land atop other boats.

Perhaps a bigger worry is that even as the clear up from Storm Eunice was starting, the word was already out to take cover as Storm Franklin was heading in (the third named storm in a week) and worried forecasters were looking far out to the west, at yet another deepening low.

Clearly, the message has to be that as we look to the future, storms around our coasts will not only be more severe but more frequent. The leisure boating scene, both users and suppliers, will have to learn how to adjust our actions to limit the impact of what, just 35 years ago, was a ‘once in a century’ storm.

This is a topic that All at Sea will be returning to later in the year, ahead of the storm season next winter.

The entrance to Portsmouth Harbour captured just as Storm Eunice was reaching its peak. Although a lot of damage was done across the Harbour, the efforts of the teams in the marinas kept the situation for the boats moored under constant review. Image:Margaret@Boatfolk Haslar Marina

The Dorset coast would really catch the attention of Storm Eunice, but for the windswept Team from Portland Marina there would be no let up in the work, as they kept their charges safe. Image: Bee Woodland/Boatfolk Portland

The lightweight racing dinghies and multihulls in the dinghy parks around our coasts were hit hard, as even boats that had been securely lashed down would be torn free. Image: Eve Kennedy/NSC

“The leisure boating scene will have to learn how to adjust our actions to limit the impact of what, just 35 years ago, was a ‘once in a century’ storm.”

There had been plenty of warnings about just how bad Storm Eunice could be. Haslar Marina was just one location that geared up for the event in advance with a full team who checked warps and fenders right across their site and were thus able to limit the

A destroyed furling headsail is still an expensive item to get replaced, though this owner was unlucky as

damage done. Image: Nicola @ Boatfolk Haslar Marina

some of the torn sails ended up by breaking the mast as well. Image: Dougal Henshall

One of the issues with storm damage is that it is not always the boat that breaks free that gets hurt the worst. Luckily in this case the damage is all repairable.

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As the first, and newest, boat show of 2022 drew to a close on a high last month, organisers are already looking ahead to next year’s event.

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Both visitors and exhibitors to BoatLife Live shared overwhelmingly positive feedback about the show, which took place at the NEC in Birmingham. They loved the diverse range of boats, the layout as well as the overall visitor experience, which included talks by Pip Hare (pictured above) and Katie McCabe on the Live Stage and lots of fun at the Virtual Reality feature.

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watersports. The feature boats, such as Falanda, SmartFish 25 and Atlantic rowing boat, proved to be particularly popular attractions.

Richard Dove, director BoatLife Events Ltd, said: “I could not be happier with how the show has been received. The hard work has paid off and it is the start of something very special. We now need to build on the success and gather feedback. Next year we hope to have more yachts, equipment and watersports. From the interest we have had from companies visiting the show to check it out, it looks possible. We may need a bigger space!”

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POWER TALK

Simon Everett is the man in the know when it comes to what is being launched and the latest technologies emerging in marine engines. Get the inside scoop right here…

TWO POWER PLAYERS The dice has been well and truly cast. There are two players chasing the low emissions markets; those who have thrown their hats into the electrification ring and those going down the hydrogen fuel cell route, which makes use of much of the existing infrastructure rather than having to roll out an entirely new system.

The Victorians played with electric boats, but other than in fresh water they did not fare that well, other than for submerged running in submarines.

The trouble with electrics and seawater is that the salty environment attacks the cabling, connections and, in the case of lead acid batteries, is mighty dangerous. If saltwater comes into contact with battery acid the result is chlorine gas, which is highly poisonous and noxious to anyone around it. This was one of the killers of submarine crews.

Of course, we now have different hazards with exotic material batteries, namely spontaneous combustion, which has been the cause of concern in various forms of use where Lithium based batteries are used and why airlines are wary of carrying cargo with Li batteries installed. Perhaps you recall the stories of laptops suddenly catching fire? So nothing is perfect,

whichever way you look at it, but progress is ongoing with new developments all the time.

The other path, that of the hydrogen system, is gaining momentum with more companies putting effort into research and design. The fact that Japan, a highly technological country, has stated as national policy they are going down the hydrogen route will certainly hasten those developments, and collaborations between manufacturers are already in advanced stages to provide an expanded range of fuel options for internal combustion engines.

As if by magic Yamaha has produced a hydrogen-fuelled engine for their commissioning colleague, Toyota. The 100 per cent hydrogen-fuelled engine is a 5 litre V8, initially destined for automotive use but would be eminently suitable for marinisation.

It is not the first time Yamaha and Toyota have collaborated to produce a marine engine and it furthers the quest for carbon neutral manufacturing.

The new unit is based on the existing engine used in the Lexus RC F sport coupe but, with alterations made to the injectors, cylinder heads, intake manifold and exhaust, it delivers an impressive 450hp at 6800rpm and 540Nm of torque at 3600rpm.

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capital costs. Now that hydrogen is being actively put to fuel use in the marine environment can only be for the long term good of the planet and ourselves. I just wish that the hydrogen programme could be moved forward much more swiftly and to the greatest possible consumer market. Thank you for a great publication which is always much anticipated and a thoroughly good read.

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As part of the launch of Mustang Survival’s technical clothing range in the UK the company exhibited at last month’s BoatLife Live and RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show. If you need a warm mid-layer, for example, the Torrens jacket is made from highly breathable and quick-drying Polartec Alpha®. The jacket is designed to continue insulating even when wet. Mustang Survival is partnering with the YouBoat group of chandleries in the UK including at Swanwick Marina. To find out launch details register your interest: www.youboatmarine.com/contact

New from Spinnaker is the Piccard Automatic timepiece, which draws inspiration from the work of Jaques Piccard who, with Don Walsh, piloted the deep-diving Bathyscaphe Trieste to the bottom of the Pacific’s Mariana Trench in 1960. The watch is designed to encapsulate the spirit of men and machine and deep sea exploration. The Piccard’s case gives a nod to a ‘bubble’ lensed diver timepiece that was tested aboard the Bathyscaphe. £430 www.spinnaker-watches.co.uk

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Solent based dinghy sailor David Henshall is a well known writer and speaker on topics covering the rich heritage of all aspects of leisure boating.

Swept Away The remains of a long-lost West Country village serve as an important reminder that, much as we need to utilise our coast, we must also protect it.

Before the dredging started, Hallsands was a small but viable community that existed on the narrow strip of land between the cliffs and the sea. Just 22 years later, the village would vanish into the sea.

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Such was the plight of the Hallsands residents that the famous Victorian poet John Masefield (who gave us Sea Fever and Cargoes) wrote a poem to not only commemorate their loss, but to lay the blame firmly on the greed of those who had plundered the protective single bank. Today, a stanza of that poem should serve as a reminder to us all of the dangers of uncontrolled exploitation of our natural resources. Image: Dave Lee

mercy of any winter storms. At first the Board of Trade tried to reassure the residents that as soon as the gravel was dug out, it would be replenished by new supplies being swept up and down the Channel by the tides.

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ith rising sea levels becoming a reality and the realisation that storms once described as a ‘once in 100 years event’ seem to be arriving with worrying regularity, we are almost becoming used to seeing pictures of homes being swept into the sea, with whole villages being threatened by a storm-driven high tide.

However, in addition to the natural phenomena and the direct results of climate change, there can be other causes of what, for the people involved, are the worst and most terrifying disasters that can occur - when the sea claims homes, livelihoods and sometimes even lives.

The cruelest of these ‘non-natural’ causes has to be when human stupidity and greed combine to create the ideal conditions for nature to do its worst, with a great example being at the western end of Lyme Bay on the south-eastern shores of Devon.

There, just a mile or so short of the tip of South Devon at Start Point, were North and South Hallsands, with the two villages separated by a rocky headland.

To call them villages is to give them a grand title, for in truth they were little more than hamlets with South Hallsands comprising 37 cottages, a pub, the London Inn and a population of 126. Theirs was a precarious existence, as South Hallsands was situated at the base of high cliffs, on a rocky platform just a few metres above the limit of the high tide.

All that lay between the houses and the waves was a low stone wall and a narrow road, yet at the same time,

there was an air of permanence about Hallsands, as it had been a fishing village going back into the mists of time.

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All this was about to change. With the growing demands of late Victorian sea power, in the 1890s it was decided that the dockyard at Plymouth would be extended, which created a huge demand for concrete. It was known that the shingle beds just offshore from the Hallsands were ideal for this work, with a licence to dredge gravel being awarded to a construction company run

by Sir John Jackson.

The residents of Hallsands were not even consulted, with the harsh reality starting when 1,100-ton barges and a bucket dredger appeared offshore.

For the locals, the initial primary concerns were disturbance to their lobster and crab pots, plus the impact that the dredging would have on local fish supplies.

The ruined remains of Hallsands. Even these final few walls have now been claimed by the sea.

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Frank Mildmay, the MP for Totnes, got involved on behalf of the villagers, who were by then voicing concerns that the removal of so much gravel from just offshore would have a determinantal impact on the coast, leaving it to the

Finally, the Board of Trade bowed to local pressure and set up an Enquiry, which determined that the villages would be paid £125 per annum in compensation, or something in the region of £4 per household.

Set against this mere pittance, huge amounts of gravel were being dug out of one small area of just over a half a mile, with more than 1,000 tons being taken every 10 days for two years. The effect of the removal of so much material was dramatic, as the level of the beach at Hallsands started to sink alarmingly. It soon became apparent that the belief that the gravel banks would be replenished was little more than a vain hope.

The dredging stopped when the fishermen from nearby Beesands threatened to cut the mooring buoys that were being used by the dredger and the barges, but the damage had already been done, with the level of the beach between seven and 12 feet lower.

In the past Hallsands had happily withstood the worst that the wind and waves could do, as seen in the Great Storm of March 1891 when damage

Looking south over the last remains of Hallsands, with Start Point in the background. Image: Dave Lee

Far from the gravel beds that were just offshore being replaced by the channel tides, the lack of protection has seen erosion and the inevitable further loss from the shoreline continue through to today, to the point that the whole area is now unstable. Image: Dave Lee

was done all along the coast, with big sections of the breakwater at nearby Brixham being swept away. Now, though, the village was fully exposed to the waves sweeping in from the bay, and in February 1903 a section of the protective sea wall was swept away, taking the pub with it!

Homes swept away

The protective gravel banks never reappeared, allowing the wave action to undercut the foundations of the village with the final blow falling on the night of 26 January, 1917. Reports in the papers of the day told of a south-easterly gale that was forecast to abate but instead freshened further.

It was later found that a storm surge had occurred, raising the high tide level by more than a foot, but in the terrible darkness of a stormy night, house after house was swept away.

Although the residents were able to escape without loss of life, just two houses were left intact with the rest, including the local chapel, either ruined or vanished.

The local media picked up on the story, with it being referred to as the ‘Disaster of Hallsands’. Another inquiry was set up to look into the reasons for the destruction of the village, but under the cover of wartime controls the findings were never made public, although those who did see it told of how the blame was fully laid on the actions of the dredging.

The residents were all relocated to nearby villages and offered compensation of £6,000 (about £440,000 today), but even this figure is shrouded in doubt as the money may not have gone to those who needed it most.

All that is left today of Hallsands are a few gaunt remains which, for those cruising the West Country, can make for an interesting day trip ashore. Yet the story of Hallsands, the village swept away into the sea, should not be forgotten as it is a reminder that we strip away our natural resources, and in particular those that are protecting us, at our peril.

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from October to June, with peak season being December to early March.

PlainSailing.com have a great range of yachts and catamarans available for charter from their Charter Partners, all available bareboat or skippered. They can also arrange a hostess, personal chef and other crew.

PlainSailing’s six-day itinerary from Tortola, for example, takes in all the key islands and covers 99nm, which means sailing for around three to four hours each day leaving plenty of time to relax, snorkel and explore. plainsailing.com

If you are planning a trip of a lifetime this year the Caribbean might well be on your list.

The sailing paradise that is the British Virgin Islands is one of the most popular sailing destinations in the Caribbean thanks to their incredible beauty, easygoing seas, plentiful sunshine, reliable trade winds and vast array of anchorages and ports to overnight.

Consisting of more than 60 idyllic islands with white beaches and clear turquoise seas, the sailing season runs

Training in Gibraltar If you are planning to learn to sail this year why not combine your training with a holiday in the Med. With Nautilus Yachting, courses are offered through the RYA Recognised Training centre Rock Sailing in Gibraltar, which offers a full range of RYA practical, liveaboard courses from the Marina Bay Complex. The courses are suitable for those aged 12 and above, and individuals, couples and groups are welcome.

Year round sailing at the gateway to the Mediterranean Sea and Atlantic Ocean, Gibraltar offers exciting opportunities to cruise the Spanish Costa del Sol and to visit Morocco. Nautilus Yachting also offer training in both Greece and Turkey. www.nautilusyachting.com Image: Shutterstock / Thornova Photography

Croatian island hopping From Kraken Travel comes a new two-week sailing trip featuring some of the secret gems of Croatia from Split to Dubrovnik. On this Croatian adventure you will sail around some of the beautiful islands of Croatia on board a skippered Hanse 455 meaning no sailing experience is needed. However you will be fully involved in all aspects of sailing under the guidance of the skipper. There will be stops at villages and marinas in the evenings, with time to explore ashore if desired.

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Matt Ovenden, at Borrow A Boat, believes a boating holiday that can be tailored to your exact needs is the perfect option for summer 2022 because…

You are the navigator: Choosing a boating holiday gives you the freedom to choose where, when and how quickly you get there. So, whether you are island hopping around the Greek islands or sailing across the Med, you get to tailor your holiday to your exacting needs and desires.

No experience needed: Depending on your experience you can choose to hire a boat with or without a skipper. The key thing is to hire a boat through a reputable charter company or peer-to-peer marketplace, so that you can

be safe in the knowledge that the boat meets the stringent safety and insurance codes, standards and regulations for chartering in its respective location.

The blue mind: If it is time spent relaxing and de-stressing in the sunshine that you are after, a boating holiday is ideal as you will reap the rewards of the ‘blue mind’, the meditative state we fall into when near, in or on water, increasing our brain’s ability to be mindful, whilst boosting imagination and creativity.

Combine this with a healthy hit of Vitamin D, fresh sea air and afternoons spent sailing or swimming in the sea, and you will come away from your boating holiday feeling revitalised.

You do not need to travel far: Even if you are not planning on travelling abroad, there are plenty of places to enjoy a boating holiday in the UK – from exploring the Norfolk Broads to navigating the 2,000 miles of canals and rivers across England and Wales or enjoying a coastal jaunt to the Isle of Wight. www.borrowaboat.com

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Travel rules up-date* International travel was made cheaper and easier for passengers with the new rules, which came into force on 11 February.  Since 11 February all testing requirements were removed for eligible fully vaccinated arrivals and only a simplified passenger locator form confirming vaccination status, travel history and contact details is needed.  Children aged 12 to 15 in England can prove their vaccination status or proof of prior infection for outbound travel with the digital NHS COVID Pass.  Arrivals who do not qualify as fully vaccinated will need to take a predeparture test and a PCR test on or before day 2 after they arrive in the UK. These passengers will

not need to self-isolate on arrival and will only need to do so if they test positive.  With more people travelling overseas, the government is continuing to remind everyone that travelling abroad is still different and countries may change their own rules at short notice. All travellers are encouraged to check FCDO travel advice (www.gov.uk/ foreign-travel-advice) for the latest entry requirements and Covid-19 rules for their destination beforehand.  Covid passes issued in the UK can be used throughout the EU to show proof of vaccination - either digitally or as a printed download (as long as it is dated later than 1 November 2021). *Correct at the time of writing.

FURTHER INFORMATION

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PHOTOS OF THE MONTH

Send in your photos and you could be in a future issue of All At Sea, on our Facebook page or in our weekly newsletter. Send your entries, with a caption, to editor@allatsea.co.uk with the subject header Photos of the Month.

Stewart Coia sent in this photo leaving Bembridge on the early morning tide.

Taken from Cobnor Hard, Chichester just after a squall had blown through. Sent in by Tom Edom.

“A night out with the Bouys in Poole.”

Thanks to Paul Shackleton.

Thanks to Dan Shenton for sending in this moody shot.

Spot the first Moth flies out from Stokes Bay SC after sailing lockdown eased! Thanks to John Donnelly.

Matt Foyle took this photo of his Jeanneau Prestige 32 from his paddleboard. The boat was anchored at Watcombe Bay in Devon.

Yachts awaiting the start of the JOG Lonely Tower Race. Thanks to Julia Pettit.

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PHOT OF THO MONT E H

Did you spot this is the entrance to Sovereign Harbour? Thanks to Kevin Johnson for sending this in.

Thank you to David Ranger for this stunning Poole sunset. It is the view from the main channel towards Brownsea Island on port side.

RS Divers working/surveying house boats at Chichester Marina. Thanks to Wendy Chalk.

A fiery sunset at Shamrock Quay Southampton sent in by David Bally.

A good day is any day spent on the Solent.

Thanks to Mags Edwards for this photo.

A summer’s day at Lymington Yacht Haven taken by Antony Whitehead.

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Shootin’ the Breeze We catch up with Bella Collins whose Ocean Sheroes team smashed £30,000 for the Seabin Project.

Q WhySdid you decide to support BC: We wanted to work with an organisation that was not just being reactive to plastic found in our marine environments, but was also being proactive in preventing waste ending up there in the first place.

By capturing waste in marinas and ports, the charity researches where that waste comes from and how to stop it getting there again through education and community engagement.

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Q You sail, surf and row – which is BC: Definitely not rowing! I love being at sea and the challenge of rowing an ocean, but as a sport it is not one that I adore. I grew up sailing so that is where I feel most comfortable. I enjoy being at the helm, friends aboard and having a giggle, nothing overly competitive. Surfing is probably my second love. I only started a few years ago, and I am not a natural but I love how it disconnects you from the world. For an hour or two, you are unreachable, your thoughts are put to rest and you are focused purely on the waves.

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BC: Since rowing the Atlantic when I was 23, I have always had an itch to row another ocean. I think I was quite young and naïve when I took on the Atlantic and I wanted to know, now that I am a little older and wiser(!), if I could do it again. I was also keen to push myself to take on more responsibility throughout the campaign on another row. My brother introduced me to Purusha who was looking to form a team for the challenge. In turn, I introduced her to Mary who has also rowed across the Atlantic before, and Lily who I grew up sailing with in Essex.

BC: There is a huge amount of training that goes into an ocean crossing. We all had to complete courses in navigation, safety at sea, first aid and Yachtmaster Theory. We had to learn how to fix everything on the boat from our watermaker to electrics and impacts to the hull should we hit anything. Physically, we trained a lot on the UK’s South Coast in our boat Fenris and had an amazing PT who gave us a program to get us as fit as possible. At the start of the campaign I could not row 10 minutes without huffing and puffing and within six months he had me rowing a 3.5 hour marathon on a Concept2!

BC: The worst thing about the race was definitely the first five days. One of our crew was severely seasick which meant we had to cover some of her night shifts and it is not fun to see someone you care about being that unwell. It was utterly exhausting and to be honest we were barely functioning. It was a matter of row, sleep, repeat.

Eating, brushing teeth, cleaning, changing clothes – all these things were beyond our energy levels in those first few days. My best memories were us all singing along to a Coldplay Live album on deck on a bluebird day, daily gratitude sessions with two of my teammates and seeing Hawaii for the first time.

Q BC: No challenges are on the horizon at the moment. I am working for an amazing start-up in Cornwall called Flexi-Hex who keep me inspired and motivated daily and, having only just moved down, I am loving the micro-adventures you can have here. So I am keeping myself busy with paddleboarding, surfing, swimming, walking and more.

Q BC: Thanks for letting me share my story, I hope it inspires you to take on a challenge not matter how big or small. The hardest part is saying yes!

Bella and her all-female foursome the Ocean Sheroes (Purusha Gordon, Lily Lower and Mary Sutherland) completed the 2,700 S

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CRUISING MATTERS The latest news and views from the Cruising Association.

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The Cruising Association hosted a Brexit Webinar for members in January to present the latest updates on the issues that continue to impact sail and motor cruisers as a consequence of the UK leaving the EU, including: ■ People issues - including Schengen immigration and the 90/180 day visa rules; ■ VAT issues - the latest on EU and UK VAT and the changes to Returned Goods Relief; ■ Recreational Craft Directive/Recreational Craft Rules compliance and how it will affect you.

the Cruising Association. “RATS continues to be at the forefront of lobbying on behalf of the cruising community to mitigate the impact of the UK leaving the EU, and there have been some significant changes in the past year which were presented in the webinar.”

CA members have access to a full package of Brexitrelated advice covering both the range of issues and the country-specific details, such as Schengen Implications, VAT, Departure and Arrival Procedures, Pets and Health Insurance and country specific information. www.theca.org.uk/public/rats

The panel of CA’s Regulations and Technical Services group (RATS) experts – Robin Baron, Roger Bickerstaff, Nick Bullen, Mike Eastman and Simon Hampton-Matthews – addressed the main issues which impact those who want to go cruising in Europe and discussed solutions.

The CA has published the webinar for public viewing, with both the recording including the slide presentation and the slide presentation as a separate document (www. theca.org.uk/news/rats/january2022-brexit-webinar-video).

“The Cruising Association’s role is to empower our members with ‘know how’, by sharing comprehensive and reliable information,” said Derek Lumb, President of

■ Where a boat currently abroad is eligible to obtain relief from VAT through RGR, there will be no requirement to return the boat to the UK by 30 June 2022 in order to obtain this. As long as an owner can demonstrate that the boat has been located in the UK at some point in their ownership, RGR for boats will not be time limited; ■ Owners of UK-based boats which are VAT paid will be able to go on extended cruises without the worry

that VAT may become payable when they return the boat to the UK at the end of the cruise.

This is provided that the person returning the boat to the UK is the same person who originally exported it, the boat is to be privately used and it has not been substantially modified while abroad.

For absences of more than three years you will need to apply to HMRC for a waiver, but there will be no need to show exceptional circumstances to justify why the return did not occur within three years.

Unfortunately UK VAT will continue to be payable on the value of boats purchased in the EU that were not in the UK prior to Brexit.

The CA is still discussing this issue with the UK Government. www.theca.org.uk/news/rats/vatrgr-update

Every year, from October to April, the CA runs a programme of lectures for members, with some open to non-members too. Coming up in March:

Y New and updated full colour print and digital editions of the CA’s main inland waterways cruising guides - Cruising the Inland Waterways of France and Belgium, Through the Netherlands via the Standing Mast Routes, 50 Great Cruising Routes in the Netherlands, The River Moselle/Mosel and The German Rhine - have been published by the CA’s European Inland Waterways Section. The new editions reflect the updates that have been posted by members who cruise these waterways.

An all-new publication for 2022 is Through France via the Inland Waterways, which provides a comprehensive and up-todate guide for yacht and

The CA is pleased to confirm the UK Government has changed the application of Returned Goods Relief for recreational craft, meaning many boat owners will no longer have to pay VAT on the return of their boats to the UK. The proposed change has considerable benefits for the UK based cruising community:

motor cruisers wishing to reach the Mediterranean (or return from it) with all the information needed to embark on any of the four principal routes to the Med. The guide also incorporates more than 100 hyperlinks to port, marina, boatyard and other websites for readers using the guide online.

All the guides link to CAptain’s Mate, so members using the digital editions can access the most up-to-date location information via the app.

Available in an A4 full colour print or PDF digital format (free for CA members), the guides can be purchased from the CA online shop: www.theca. org.uk/catalog/735.

The CA is proud to be partnering with Cowes Week, 30 July - 5 August, for the second year as presenting trophy sponsor of the Club Cruiser Class.

Both the CA and Cowes Week organisers are excited to encourage this racing division for cruising sailors, with the CCC dedicated to genuine cruising boats that enjoy the thrill of competition.

In 2021, the division featured a broad line-up of popular cruising yachts, including Bavaria, Beneteau, Carter, Dehler, Dufour, Sigma, Westerly and Folkboat, in an event format of one race per day with some starts off the iconic Royal Yacht Squadron line.

The CA will be sharing more information about competing to support those, in particular, who are planning to race for the first time. Entries are open at www.cowesweek.co.uk.

1, 8, 15 and 22 March - French language class for sailors on Zoom 2 March - Harbour Master Sailing Challenge at CA House, London and Zoom 3 March - The East Coast and Caledonian Canal on Zoom 3 March - Crewing Service meeting at CA House, London 5 March - Baltic lecture on Zoom 9 March - Boat electrics on Zoom 10 March - Chatham Historic Boatyard on Zoom 16 March - The Green Blue and recreational boaters at CA House, London and Zoom 17 March - Ocean Sailing at the Royal Harwich Yacht Club and Zoom 17 March - Crewing Service Meeting on Zoom 18 March - Cruising the Pacific Islands at the Royal Southern Yacht Club 22 March - Buying a second hand boat and what to look for on Zoom 23 March - Cruising from USA’s east-west coast via the Panama Canal at CA House, London and Zoom ■ 24 March - Getting ready to sail from the UK to the Med on Zoom ■ 26 March - Preparation is the key to safety on Zoom ■ 30 March - Evolution of Yachts Design over 45 years at CA House, London and Zoom View the full event and lecture programme: www.theca.org.uk/calendar ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■

S Taking place from 21 - 27 March, the CA’s Spring Promo Week perfectly coincides with the fitting out season. The CA is running a range of free-toall webinars with expert advice, prize draws, live chat and Zoom one-to-one sessions and newmember exclusive discounts. As well as all that, for members there will be discounts on CA Shop orders and a variety of extra discount deals from CA marine partners. www.theca.org.uk/ca-spring-promo-week

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CHALLENGING TIMES? Are Italian motor yacht brands challenging the British in the UK?

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he superyacht and highend motor yacht market is growing. Demand is strong across all sizes but it is the below 30m category which has seen the most growth, and according to the recent Global Order Book, it is the Italian shipyards that are leading the way in terms of projects underway and total gross tonnage for the global market. Is this rise of the Italian brands reflected in the UK market?

We spoke to Nick Hatfield, sales manager at Sanlorenzo Yachts UK and Ireland, to find out if the Italians are set to give the British motorboat manufacturers a run for their money in the UK. The expectation with most things Italian is that they are going to be sleek, stylish and with uncompromising

attention to detail – think Ferrari, Gucci and Bulgari. The exclusive Italian motor yacht brands, such as Sanlorenzo, Bluegame and Riva, deliver on these same qualities but with one major point of difference: the level of customisation.

“As the motoryacht market developed, everything started to look the same,” says Nick. “Manufacturers were using the same person to design the boat, its hull and the interior. There were designers out there creating fabulous interiors for apartments much more suited to the task, but they were not being used by the boating industry at that time.

“Sanlorenzo was the first brand to really tailor make a yacht in terms of customisation. It looked outside the industry for specialist talent and brought in big-name designers, whether Italian or not. The idea was that if

someone was renovating their home, the designers could understand their preferences and translate these into the interior of their yacht.”

Levels of customisation

Although many boating brands have followed suit offering ‘customisation’, there are many degrees of customisation.

Nick explains: “There are certainly different levels of customisation. I will use an analogy from the fashion world to illustrate. When buying a suit, you can walk into a shop and pick a suit off the shelf which will fit perfectly adequately.

“You could then take that suit to a tailor, who would make some modifications to make it fit better.

This is basic customisation and is what customisation means for many motorboat manufacturers; you take

the base design and ‘customise’ it aesthetically with a different leather or wood finish.

“Alternatively, you could visit a tailor who starts with a piece of material.

Everything is then made to measure for you, to your exact requirements. This is what Sanlorenzo and certain other Italian brands offer as standard when they say customisation.

“We start with a hull, which is characteristically Sanlorenzo, but the interior is completely tailor-made. We bring in designers from all over the world, ensuring that fixtures, fittings and fabrics are all exactly what and where the client wishes. If they do not like the galley location, for example, we move it!”

It appears that the only thing which is not up for discussion on a Sanlorenzo is the exterior aesthetic.

Nick adds: “Having spent a lot of time designing a boat that is classically beautiful with its iconic windows, providing a look not seen on any other vessel, Sanlorenzo understandably does not want to play around with the external design.”

Having a tailor-made yacht comes with a cost though. Sanlorenzo yachts, for example, are 10 – 15 per cent more expensive than other brands of the same size. However, it seems people are willing to pay the extra to get exactly what they want and have a yacht which is truly unique to them.

Attention to detail

It is not just the customisation that is making the Italian brands catch the eye of potential owners in the UK, it is the attention to detail too.

One UK owner who purchased a Sanlorenzo SX88 last year says: “I have a yacht which is completely tailored to me, and I cannot begin to say how impressed I am with the attention to detail on board. The ugly air intakes on the sides have been cleverly hidden, and the join where the hull and the deck meet is not visible, giving a beautifully clean hull.

“It is also a very quiet yacht - the level of consideration that has gone into the removal of sound and vibration is second to none, with all rails and metalwork mounted on anti-vibration pads. This is not something I have experienced on my previous boats.”

Is it possible that their heritage and expertise as superyacht manufacturers makes it easier for the Italian brands to scale down their yachts into the smaller sub 30m category? Easier than it is for the British manufacturers to scale up their designs and processes?

Growing UK market

It is not just Sanlorenzo making strides in the UK market. A brand new 60ft Bluegame is due to be delivered to its UK based owner this spring.

Showcasing concepts not previously seen on this type of craft, it was chosen for its different approach to boating and boat design.

“It seems that 60ft flybridge motorboats predominantly have the same layout across the brands. Designs have not changed for 20 years,” says the new owner, Mr Jones. “I wanted something different. The design of the Bluegame is both disruptive and innovative, providing a multifunctional layout and unprecedented space. The high level of standard specification, combined with robust engineering and redundancy normally associated with bluewater cruising yachts, really makes Bluegame stand head and shoulders above the norm.”

Nick continues: “Previously, Italian brands relied on selling to British owners through their Mediterranean dealer network. However, with a growing focus on the UK market as the demand for larger motor yachts in the UK increases, Italian brands are opening offices in the UK, offering local service and support for their yachts making them a more attractive proposition than before.”

With growing representation in the UK and a hunger to offer a point of difference in the market, it looks like the Italian brands are ready to do battle. Majority market share in the UK may currently rest with British brands, but the Italian brands look set to advance.

The Sanlorenzo Shipyard has been building highquality motor yachts since 1958

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Adventures of Naughty Cat

he many do s a oat photos we receive show how important our canine riends are to us, ut then we received some cats a oat photos. ot ust one cat, this was our or eous ersian hinchillas iamond ancer, o ee upca e, anilla heeseca e and Straw erry Shortca e. heir owners, Be i and ordon Olliver, have em ar ed on the adventure o a li etime on oard their catamaran, au hty at, and the cats are oinin them o course Last time we left Bekki and Gordon at Audierne Bay in north-west France as they prepared to continue their journey south. This month we catch up with the couple and their four cats as they departed for Belle Ile.

our boat, out into the Bay to the start line. We had front row seats and all the spectators cheered, clapped and blew airhorns as the boats went past.

Once all the boats had gone, we walked to the lighthouse at the end of the pier and felt the full force of the stormy weather, feeling pleased that we were in the marina away from the sea.

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he sun rose in a clear sky as we headed south on Naughty Cat from Audierne towards Belle Ile. Wind speed was 11 knots, so with engines off and both the main sail and jib up we travelled at a constant 9 knots. Warm and sunny, we were able to sunbath whist the cats enjoyed a wander around the deck and a large pod of playful dolphins darted between the catamaran’s hulls.

After 70nm, with our chosen anchorage in sight and darkness falling, we put on the engines and headed towards a small bay. Just as we were approaching it, another large catamaran appeared from the east and sailed into the bay ahead of us. It quickly dropped its anchor in the prime central position, so we had to anchor in a spot more exposed to the incoming waves.

The bay was surrounded by high cliffs and there were many large rocks protruding out of the water which were worryingly close to us. It was pitch black and all we could hear were the waves crashing on to the nearby rocks. We took it in turns to check our position throughout the night.

After a broken night’s sleep we decided to pick up anchor and leave early, heading for Pornic. We took a course around the west of the island with the engines off and our Code Zero up. At 08.45 the winds started to increase and by 10.15 it was 16 knots. As the direction was definitely in our favour, we looked again at our planned route and decided to bypass Pornic and head straight for Ile d’Yeu.

Hop to Bourgenay

Give Naughty Cat a wave if you see her!

The four cats are still enjoying life on board

We spent a really enjoyable few days on lIe d’Yeu relaxing, sampling the local delicacies and taking walks around the pretty island. It is certainly worth a stopover and if you enjoy cycling, it is a must.

Les Sables d’Olonne

Arrival at Ile d’Yeu

It was a difficult approach to the marina as there were so many fishing boats, unmarked fishing nets and buoys around the entrance. Keeping a careful look-out we entered the harbour and parked on the nearest hammerhead. After checking in with the marina office we went for a walk into town. We were extremely tired and very glad that we had decided to stop for a couple of days.

The next morning, we awoke in the marina to brilliant sunshine. The cats were very active and insisted on jumping off the boat on to the pontoon several times.

Gordon and I discussed the options to prevent them pontoon walking, for their own safety. We came up with the idea of putting some netting along the top of the steps, behind the helms.

We took a walk to the shop to see if they had anything suitable for the ‘cat defence’ project.

We were surprised as the quiet little town, Port-Joinville, as seen the night before, had turned into a busy, lively area buzzing with people, restaurants, cafes and a produce market laid out down the centre of the promenade. We watched the ferries arriving from the mainland carrying weekend visitors. As Ile d’Yeu only has a population of around 4,500

The couple were in in Les Sables d’Olonne ahead of the Vendée Transat race Tea, cake and sun… what could be better

people, we guessed that most businesses rely on an income from these tourists.

Along the harbour front there were many bike hire shops literally rammed with customers wanting a push bike, motorbike, tandem or moped. With very few roads around the island it is ideal for cycling.

The journey to Port Olona in Les Sables d’Olonne only took five hours and we were pleased that the rain stopped and the sun came out to play.

Gordon was frustrated because he expected to get speeds of more than 9 knots in the good sailing conditions. He felt he had not really mastered the use of the main sail - getting the balance between the two controls (the sheet controls the twist and the car controls the angle to the wind) is very difficult.

I keep reminding him that learning never stops.

We motored up the channel, which ran along side the town centre, to the marina entrance, home of the famous Vendée Globe race. After being told off for mooring on the wrong pontoon, we relocated and sat down for a lovely BBQ lunch.

We had fitted a gas Weber BBQ to the rear railings of Naughty Cat before we left the UK because not only do we enjoy BBQ food, but it also prevents the cooking smells when using the inside oven. We certainly would not be without it.

Exploring the town, we noticed lots of posters advertising the Vendée Transat race. The start of the race had been delayed due to a bad storm in the Bay of Biscay, so fortunately for us it was happening the following day.

The next morning we went off in search of a supermarket for supplies and returned just in time for the Transat race parade. All 90 solo competitors were towed through the marina, past

It was a short trip from Sables d’Olonne to Bourgenay, only about two hours.

We were warned by several local people about the approach to Bourgenay Marina. They said it is very tricky to get into, especially in rough seas.

The entrance is on the edge of very shallow water and on approach you need to turn 90 degrees to the left, between two high stone walls. The waves and tide were strong, pushing Naughty Cat towards the beach. Using our bluetooth headsets and with me standing at the bow of the boat, I was able to guide Gordon safely through the entrance and into the marina.

That evening Gordon and I spent several hours trying to get the chartplotter card that we had purchased in Sables d’Olonne working. Our current card gave us charts as far south as La Rochelle, so we had to buy a new one with a larger area that covered the Mediterranean.

Despite several attempts the card would not load. We sent an email to the company we purchased it from and they insisted it was the correct one. They even tried to get us to sail back to Sables to exchange it.

Eventually we agreed that we would visit the company at their stand at the Grand Pavios boat show in La Rochelle, which was taking place over the next week.

Relaxing the next day, there was a large beach about a mile away in Veillon.

Unusually, a shallow river, the Payre, cuts through the middle of the beach and winds its way from what used to be the old port to the sea. It was a great walk along the sea front, over large rocks and sand dunes to the beautiful sandy beach.

As always, whilst our Passeport Escales was still valid, we took advantage of the two free nights at the marina and then chose to move on. Bourgenay is a delightful place, and one we would definitely recommend to others.

The next day would be a very significant one for Naughty Cat as we would be sailing to La Rochelle, the port where we purchased her back in October 2019.

Bekki and Gordon departed from Chatham Maritime Marina in September 2021 with their four cats, Diamond Dancer, Coffee Cupcake, Vanilla Cheesecake and Strawberry Shortcake, heading to the Mediterranean for the start of their adventure, which may last a year or more. For updates from Bekki and Gordon, follow Naughty Cat on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube (Naughty Cat Sailing), and you can also read regular up-dates about their adventure in All at Sea. www.facebook.com/NautitechOpen40

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The Name Game

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READER STORY

All at Sea reader Colin Dobner shares fond memories of his interestingly named wooden Folkboat.

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y wooden Folkboat, Anette, was built by Gordon Parham in Emsworth in 1958 for the Royal Navy to teach new officers seamanship and navigation skills under sail and was based at Whale Island, Portsmouth.

I brought Anette with a mate in the late 1990s. After sawing, scraping, rubbing, sanding, gluing, polishing, varnishing and so on, we commissioned an arty friend to hand paint ‘Anette’ in big white letters on to both sides of her mahogany varnished hull.

Many sailors in the Solent duly informed us of the correct spelling Annette. However Anette in Morse code is: .— —. . — — . With a mirror image or cut in half you get .— —. l . — — .

Flag P in Morse is: .— —. and two P flags together signal ‘Keep well clear of me’.

Clever lads in the Royal Navy; remember they were learning how to sail.

Unexpected meeting

One of my memories of Anette is when we were flying up the Solent under spinnaker when a lightweight E boat, also flying her kite, came rather close from behind.

A voice said: “Is that the Anette?

“Yes,” we replied.

He said: “I built that boat.”

It was Gordon Parham with a young couple on board. Fantastic!

“A middle aged lady was sitting on the end of my bunk with a wistful look in her eyes.”

Party Planner

Another time we were in Cowes Corinthian YC pontoon, asleep in our (always wet) bunks after a night on the town in Cowes with, as usual, no washboards in.

After feeling something heavy on my foot and opening one eye, I found a middle aged lady sitting on the end of my bunk with a wistful look in her eyes. Although I was frightened, she introduced herself with an apology saying she could not help herself.

49 years earlier she was introduced to sailing on Anette with her sub Lieutenant fiancé who later became her husband.

Hence the wistful look in her eye.

We met later in the CCYC and she revealed all. Her husband had died and she had remarried, but she still had contacts at Whale Island. She was a

volunteer in a museum and was involved with Radio Solent and, importantly, Anette’s 50th birthday was coming up.

We drank beer and talked about the party of all parties. She was going to advertise Anette’s 50th birthday party on Radio Solent, inviting all who those had sailed on her. We drank more beer, kept in touch for a few months but it fizzled out.

I later sold Anette and went Folkboat plastic. Shame, it would have been a great party.

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BEAUTIFUL BENETEAU Sanamiru, a 1999 Beneteau Oceanis 461, has received a refit that will see her continue to provide her owners with many happy days at sea.

Sanamiru arrives for her re-fit

After GRP repairs a primer was added

The old teak deck was replaced

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Hull Topsides & Rigging

The team set to work on various GRP repairs followed by high build primer and 545 finishing primer. They then used Awlcraft SE for the base colour, and the

The interior also received a re-fit

The interior looked great after all the work

Looking beautiful after her re-fit

Exterior work underway on Sanamiru

Preparing for work to start on the Beneteau

he Marine Group’s director, Christopher Odling-Smee, has been a boat owner all his life. When his children were younger, he had a motorboat which the family kept in Cardiff Marina to enjoy days out by the beaches of West Wales, and sometimes a little beyond.

As his children grew older, they developed a keen interest in sailing and, after a few long-distance passages, Christopher decided it was time to invest in a yacht that would nurture this passion and would make family adventures further afield a joy.

So, Christopher bought Sanamiru, a Beneteau Oceanis 461 built in 1999, which fitted the bill. The Marine Services team worked with Christopher to plan a refit that would put her in top condition for many happy years at sea with the family.

The finished deck

“Christopher decided it was time to invest in a yacht that would nurture this passion and would make family adventures further job was completed with Awlgrip HDT Clear, delivering a high gloss finish that is durable, micro-scratch resistant and retains the colour beneath.

All rigging was checked and serviced with a new forestay and top bearing fitted as well as renewed running rigging. Then, all the covers and sails were sent off to be valeted.

recyclable, non-slip and looks just like real wood.

Extensive GRP and gelcoat repairs and restoration were carried out as well, and new Lewmar hatches fitted throughout and all hardware was re-bedded. Finally, new fenders and mooring lines from Seago Yachting provided the finishing touches to the exterior.

The Deck

Electrics & Power

The port side deck and cockpit had wet core, so this was replaced with Gurit Corecell, a high-performance foam that is durable and impact resistant. This was then laminated and faired.

The old teak deck and toe rail was replaced with Flexiteek, a synthetic panelling that will not fade, split or crack and requires minimal maintenance. It is also 100 per cent

In terms of kit, Sanamiru had a full navigation electronics upgrade using Raymarine products. A new VHF aerial, Windex Indicator and Tricolour navigation light with anchor were fitted along with new batteries, shelf and lash downs.

When it came to Sanamiru’s power, the yacht’s engine had a full service by the Power Systems Marine Leisure team.

Sanamiru is now ready to give many more years’ joy to her owners

Interior Upgrades

Just as much attention was given to the yacht’s interior. There was a repair to the forward bulkhead and various areas were also repaired with white Formica to lighten the appearance down below.

All upholstery covers were replaced throughout the interior of the vessel too.

Lastly, work was done to the navigation area and a new cooker, gas lines, regulator and bottle fitted.

Christopher said: “Sanamiru is a wellknown boat in Cardiff and out of respect to the boat and her previous owners, as well as being my dream boat, I knew that handing her over to the marine services team would deliver beautiful results. Boaters will know what it feels like to finally see land behind you. Doing so on Sanamiru will be special.” www.themarinegroup.co.uk Share your restoration project too editor@allatsea.co.uk

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HOT TOPIC TECHNOLOGY TRENDS IN 2022

Alexander Buchmann, managing director of Hanseaticsoft, discusses the technologies shaping our shipping industry in 2022.

Technology is changing and improving many common processes

We discuss important topics with marine industry experts who share their opinions and top tips to help you get the most from your boating.

It could be used effectively in other areas too, such as supporting smart contracts, tracking cargo in real time, delivering insurance payments as well as for approvals and custom clearance for goods – it is a key technology to watch.

Image: maxuser/ Shutterstock

AI and robotics

Artificial intelligence and robotics may seem like a step too far for an industry traditionally slow to adopt technology, but there are indications this is about to change, especially since the first autonomous ship has now been developed.

In 2018, Rolls-Royce and ferry operator Finferries introduced a fully autonomous ferry called the Falco. In addition, the EU is currently funding the AUTOSHIP project to develop two autonomous ships – one for short sea shipping and the other for inland waterways – with the initial results expected by 2023.

Although AI and robotics are different - a robot is a machine which may or may not require intelligence to perform specific tasks and has a physical form, whereas AI is a program, so it does not need to be physical – they both have the potential to replace a human role with a technology driven solution. The benefits of both include greater efficiency and cost saving.

It is still early days, but we are starting to see these technologies used in safety, navigation and energy emissions, as well as in ports and ship building. Robots are also being used in the execution of situations that are dangerous or potentially hazardous to human health, with tasks such as maintenance, cleaning and inspection.

We anticipate AI and robotics to be a game changer if barriers including investment, compliance and regulation, cyber security and people’s attitudes to work can be overcome.

Technology is reshaping the shipping industry. Some like cloud technology and data analytics are now firmly embedded in many processes. Others such as blockchain, AI and robotics are at the start of their journey to becoming more commonplace. We will be watching closely to see how things develop in 2022 as shipping companies become increasingly reliant on technology to future proof their business. hanseaticsoft.com

“We anticipate AI and robotics to be a game changer if barriers including investment, compliance and regulation, cyber security and people’s attitudes to work can be overcome.”

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s 2021 drew to a close, shipping confidence was at a record high according to a Shipping Confidence Survey Report by BDO, which was welcome news after an extremely challenging two years due to the pandemic.

When it comes to 2022 there are exciting developments ahead. Shipping companies will continue to embrace technology to automate business processes and access data and analytics to drive decision making.

The pandemic actually accelerated technology adoption by several years, particularly as restrictions moved many shore-based staff to work remotely, leaving companies with no choice but to embrace cloud solutions and digitise their businesses.

Companies witnessed first-hand that moving into the cloud provided a cost effective and reliable way for staff on shore and ships to work from any location. And, as data is centralised in the cloud, important information could be accessed by everyone, speeding up and improving communications and productivity.

In 2022 we predict, therefore, companies will be seeking more sophisticated tech solutions, with demand for quality data and analytics being a key driver.

Data is king

Data has become a key focus for businesses for the past decade. At the beginning of the last decade, the world produced about 1.2 zettabytes of data. By 2025, the IDC says

worldwide data will grow 61 per cent to 175 zettabytes, and 90 zettabytes of this data will be created on IoT devices (devices that connect wirelessly to a network and have the ability to transmit data).

Now that many shipping companies are starting to digitise their processes, they are realising the value of good data. They are gaining insights into areas such as purchasing or finance to support decision making or make future predictions based on past events.

We also predict there will be an increased uptake of self-service solutions for crew members. This will give crew greater autonomy over their own data so they can manage their schedules, payslips, training and other key employment areas themselves.

New kid on the block

Blockchain is one of the most exciting technologies to impact shipping. Blockchain is essentially a digital ledger of transactions that is duplicated and distributed across the entire network of computer systems on the blockchain.

It allows transactions to be tracked and traced infinitely and can be used in any business transaction and holds great promise for industry sectors involving multiparty or high-value transactions.

First talked about in relation to crypto currencies more than 10 years ago, blockchain has often been misunderstood, but its potential is starting to be realised.

Introducing blockchain-based systems could radically improve payroll and introduce a digital currency for everyone that would simplify and standardise payments and change how companies compensate employees.

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CEO and Harbour Master – Tim Adams Yarmouth Harbour Commissioners The Quay, Yarmouth Isle of Wight PO41 0NT Port control: VHF Ch68 Harbour taxi: VHF Ch15 01983 760 321 info@yarmouth-harbour.co.uk www.yarmouth-harbour.co.uk

Yarmouth Harbour lies on the Isle of Wight’s northwest coast and acts as a gateway to West Wight’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Strategically located at the entrance to the western Solent and providing walkashore access to Yarmouth town, it is a destination that appeals to vessels based throughout the UK central south coast region and beyond.

The picturesque harbour is very popular with visiting seafarers yet still manages to remain somewhat a hidden gem of the Solent. Just a few steps from the pontoons are the town’s eclectic shops and galleries, a wide choice of excellent cafés, restaurants and pubs, the Grade 2 Listed

Yarmouth Pier, a 16th century castle built

by Henry VIII and the beautiful Western Yar Estuary.

A strategic port since medieval times, the modern Yarmouth Harbour was established by an Act of Parliament in 1931.

Today, Yarmouth Harbour Commissioners work to maintain and enhance the notfor profit harbour as a viable port, bringing trade and tourism to the Island whilst preserving the character and charm of the surroundings and ensuring the long-term future of the harbour and estuary.

The Harbour Office

One of the friendly Berthing Masters

FACILITIES & BERTHING

Yarmouth Harbour enjoys an extended season and visiting yachts, motorboats and RIBs are welcomed throughout the year.

More than 150 visitor berths are available daily, and these are allocated on arrival by the friendly Berthing Masters.

A limited number of berths can also be booked in advance.

Visitor mooring options include finger berths, walk ashore and non-walk ashore pontoons, as well as 35 mooring buoys located just outside the harbour. Yarmouth has 260 sought-after annual moorings, as well as long-term visitor moorings that offer a convenient pay-monthly berthing solution.

It is worth noting that Yarmouth can be extremely busy; overnight visiting vessels are advised to arrive early in the

afternoon and do remember that many berths in the harbour involve rafting.

Unique to Yarmouth is the on-water berthing assistance provided by the Berthing team to help take the stress out of mooring up.

Pre-booked visiting rallies enjoy berthing discounts plus exclusive facilities and services at nearby Yarmouth Sailing Club, which makes the harbour a popular rally destination.

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ACCESS

By sea: Harbour entrance: 50° 42’.42N, 001° 30’.05W. Yarmouth Harbour is accessible at all states of tide with the approaches being maintained at a depth of 2.5m below chart datum and 2m below CD inside the harbour. Use VHF Ch68 Call Sign armouth Harbour when you are five minutes away from the harbour for instructions from the Berthing Masters. The harbour’s leading marks (187ºT) are white diamonds with a black horizontal stripe, which show bright green when lit. Remember to give way to the Wightlink vehicle ferry and keep well clear of armouth ier head to clear fishing lines. lso beware that the Yarmouth RNLI lifeboat can leave quickly at any time and without warning.

Berthing Masters patrol the harbour entrance and will direct vessels for overnight and short stay berths, fuel and loading/unloading. All vessels should be ready to moor both port and starboard side to. The speed limits are 4 knots in the Inner Harbour and 6 knots in the Outer Harbour. Further navigation information can be found on the Yarmouth Harbour website.

LOCAL EATERIES

Once moored up in Yarmouth, you do not even have to let your pride and joy out of sight if you choose to dine at The Terrace (theterraceiow.co.uk) overlooking the harbour; this excellent restaurant has just been added to the prestigious Michelin Guide and is a great place to experience Yarmouth’s famed sunsets with a drink in hand.

Also well known locally are On the Rocks (ontherocksyarmouth. com) in Bridge Road, and Off The Rails (offtherailsyarmouth.co.uk a five minute stroll from the harbour at Yarmouth’s former train station and overlooking the beauty of the Yarmouth Marshes and Mill Copse.

Recommended local pubs within walking distance of the harbour include The Bugle Coaching Inn (characterinns. co.uk) and the Wheatsheaf Inn (wheatsheafyarmouth.co.uk). For a quick sandwich, Grace’s Bakery in Quay Street or The Deli in The Square are much frequented.

Next to the harbour, the Royal Solent Yacht Club (royalsolent.org) and Yarmouth Sailing Club (yarmouthsailingclub.org. uk) both welcome and cater to visiting yachtsmen at their clubhouses that boast superb sea views.

The nearest chandler and supermarket are both in St James’ Square, just two minutes’ walk from the harbour and open seven days a week. Harwoods of Yarmouth is West Wight’s largest

By land: From the East Cowes Red Funnel ferry terminal, take the second exit at the roundabout on to Well Road, then the A3021, A3054 to Newport and A3054 to Yarmouth. From the Wightlink Fishbourne ferry, take the B3339 (Fishbourne lane), A3054 to Newport, and again A3054 to Yarmouth.

Getting around: The FYTbus operates from the bus station outside the Harbour Office and is a friendly local bus service getting you to where you want to be in Freshwater, Yarmouth and Totland (fytbus.org.uk). For buses to other areas of the Island, visit the Southern Vectis website (islandbuses.info).

There is a taxi rank next to the Wightlink ferry terminal in Yarmouth or phone iCab on 07553 567 567. Bike hire is available through Wight Cycle Hire (wightcyclehire.co.uk) and car hire from Enterprise rent-a-car (enterprise.co.uk), both with collection and delivery from the Harbour Office.

CRUISING

Being the most westerly harbour on the Island, Yarmouth is a useful destination for seafarers coming from other locations around the Solent, South Coast and West Country, as well as from Ireland, the Channel Islands, France and beyond.

The harbour makes a good jumping-off-point to Lymington, Poole or Beaulieu River, for example.

Yarmouth’s proximity to The Needles and the English Channel makes it a handy stop-off point when cruising the Western Solent, or indeed for starting a circumnavigation of the Isle of Wight.

The Needles NCI – National Coastwatch are based a few miles along the coast from Yarmouth, and mariners can call them (01983 754 231 or VHF Ch65) to ask about the prevailing weather conditions before heading to the west. At Yarmouth, the prevailing weather is west-southwesterly.

Yarmouth Harbour is a popular short stay or overnight stopover for day sailors in the Solent who come down to Yarmouth on the ebb tide,

particularly if the tide is ebbing in the middle of the day or early evening. A ‘Creeks of the Solent’ cruise could also include Yarmouth, as well as Newtown Creek, the River Medina and Wootton Creek on the Isle of Wight.

chandler and sells pretty much everything you need on and off the water. Harveys is a small convenience store that is well stocked with a great range of products, many of which you would expect to see in a specialist shop or larger supermarket.

THINGS TO DO

The Isle of Wight has been known as a holiday destination since the Victorian era and the Island remains hugely popular today for having more attractions per square mile than anywhere else in the UK! After discovering Yarmouth Castle, the Pier and the town’s quaint cobbled streets, we recommend a walk or cycle ride into the countryside. Flowing into Yarmouth Harbour is the Western Yar Estuary with its abundant wildlife and lovely riverside walks and cycle routes leading further into West Wight. The River Yar is also a wonderful place to explore by kayak or paddleboard.

A short distance from Yarmouth is Fort Victoria Country Park, a Victorian gun battery that houses several local attractions including the Island Planetarium and The Isle of Wight Reptilarium. Not to be missed in West Wight is the Tapnell Farm Park all-weather family attraction, the popular West Wight Alpacas And Lamas, the famous Needles Landmark Attraction, Tennyson’s Farringford House and Garden, Dimbola Museum and much more.

“A hidden gem of the Solent” RECOMMENDATION Image: visitisleofwight.co.uk Image: visitisleofwight.co.uk

“Thank you for hosting the Royal Southern rally this weekend and a personal thank you from Purrfect Tale.

It has a while since I visited Yarmouth partly because it is a very popular and busy destination. However, I was so impressed with the outstanding organisation and support provided that it will again be on my visit list. The practical help provided was without a doubt the best in the Solent and the wider South Coast. From meeting and greeting in the entrance, providing assistance in getting alongside when I needed someone to take lines, through to extending a helping hand with the harbour launch when departing, I could not have been better looked after.

Whilst it is busy, it is clear the extremely experienced staff know how to put people at ease, take the stress out of arriving and departing and nothing is too much trouble for them - cheerful, professional, friendly and responsive. It was a great stay - thank you to you and the team.”

Michael Lithgow CBE, 63. Hanse 348, Royal Southern Yacht Club, permanent berth at Mercury Marina, Hamble. Sails with Gillian.

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MARINA GUIDE MARCH 2022

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: Barry Buist 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

MDL BRIXHAM MARINA Manager: Martyn Sherratt 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 AVON MARINA Manager: Alexis Smith Rossiter Quay, Bridge Street, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1DZ T: 01202 612610 E: info@avonmarina.com W: www.avonmarina.com

PLYMOUTH YACHT HAVEN Manager: Steve Kitchen Shaw Way, Mount Batten, Devon, PL9 9XH T: 01752 404231 E: plymouth@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com

WEYMOUTH MARINA Manager: Alistair Clarke Commercial Road, Weymouth Dorset. DT4 8NA T: 01305 767576 E: berths@weymouthmarina.co.uk W: www.weymouthmarina.co.uk

YACHT HAVEN QUAY, PLYMOUTH Manager: Will Rahder Breakwater Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL9 7FE T: 01752 481190 E: boatyard@yachthavenquay.com W: www.yachthavens.com

WEYMOUTH HARBOUR Manager/contact - Jamie Joyce 13 Custom House Quay, Weymouth T: 01305 838423 E: weymouthharbour@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk W: www.weymouth-harbour.co.uk

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

PORTLAND MARINA Manager: Paul Swain Osprey Quay, Portland, Dorset. DT5 1DX T: 01305 866190 E: berths@portlandmarina.co.uk W: www.portlandmarina.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

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

KING POINT MARINA Marina Manager: Mark Brimacombe Brunel Way, Milbay, 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: Alex Warner Galmpton Creek, Galmpton, Brixham, Devon. TQ5 0EH T: 01803 845445 W: www.dartsidequay.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: Daniel Lewis 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 Haven Quay Dry Stack 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

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

MDL HYTHE MARINA VILLAGE Manager: Richard Godwin The Lock Building, Shamrock Way Hythe, Southampton, Hampshire.

SO45 6DY T: 023 8020 7073 E: hythe@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.hythemarinavillage.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

MDL OCEAN VILLAGE MARINA Manager: Paul Atkins Marina Office, 2 Channel Way Southampton, Hampshire. SO14 3TG T: 023 8022 9385 E: oceanvillage@mdlmarinas.co.u W: www.oceanvillagemarina.co.uk

Hayling’s new chandlery A new chandlery has opened its doors on Hayling Island.

Boxmarine Chandlery offers a wide selection of items from well known marine brands, leisure equipment and a selection of boutique gifts.

Co-founder Kate Steward said: “We are delighted to be opening our new chandlery at MDL Northney Marina.

Our shop location right at the heart of marina allows us to offer a wide selection of marine products to support both the MDL berth holders and the local boating community.

“Convenience plays a major part for boat owners who do not want the hassle of travelling further afield to acquire the items they need. We also offer a collection service for orders from our website www.boxmarine.co.uk.

“We are a family run business with a passion for sailing so understand the needs that the boating community require. When we began our chandlery business online a few years ago, it soon

became apparent that having a physical retail destination where customers can come and discuss their boating requirements would add value.

“MDL Northney Marina on Haying was an ideal fit. The local area is full of boating clubs, sailing enthusiasts with a real passion for watersports.”

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: David Walters Lower York Street, Northam, Southampton.

SO14 5QF T: 023 8033 9490 E: saxonwharf@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.saxonwharf.co.uk

HAMBLE YACHT SERVICES Port Hamble, Hamble, Southampton, Hampshire, SO31 4NN T: 02380 201501 E: info@hysgroup.co.uk www.hysgroup.co.uk

MDL HAMBLE POINT MARINA Manager: Debbie Burns School Lane, Hamble, Southampton Hampshire. SO31 4NB T: 023 8045 2464 E: hamblepoint@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.hamblepointmarina.co.uk

UNIVERSAL MARINA Crableck Lane, Sarisbury Green Southampton, SO31 7ZN T: 01489 574272 W: www.universalmarina.co.uk

MDL PORT HAMBLE MARINA Manager: Bertie Marsh 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: Dominic Brown Satchell Lane, Hamble, Southampton, Hampshire.

SO31 4HQ T: 023 8045 5994 E: mercury@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.mercuryyachtharbour.co.uk

HASLAR MARINA Manager: Ben Lippiett Haslar Road, Gosport, Hampshire.

PO12 1NU T: 023 9260 1201 F: 023 9260 2201 E: berths@haslarmarina.co.uk W: www.haslarmarina.co.uk PREMIER MARINAS GOSPORT 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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Connecting boaters and marinas This spring marine tech specialist Pick a Pier is launching a loyalty programme connecting boaters and marinas.

Popeye® Sail Club gives boaters a sustainable loyalty boating club that allows members to set sail with guaranteed berthing in marinas.

The digital platform brings peace of mind for boaters knowing they can quickly and easily access a marina berth.

It also allows users to communicate with the marinas easily and reduces hassle with centralised digital documents.

Talking about the green aspect of the technology, Pick a Pier’s CEO Idan Cohen

Agapi Boat Club expansion Having experienced growth at its flagship club at Swanwick Marina, Premier Agapi Boat Club is bringing the concept to Chichester Marina.

The club offers an affordable subscription membership model for experienced and novice boaters. With a variety of membership and training options starting from less than £300 per month, members can tailor a fee plan to reflect their experience, boat choice, level of usage and service requirements.

From the UK club bases at Chichester and Swanwick on the Hamble River, Premier Agapi Club members can explore Premier’s marinas across the Solent, including options for overnight stays.

Members can also now use the growing number of Agapi Boat Club Centres across Europe, thanks to the Club’s new international roaming programme. This allows UK members to use boats from 17 Agapi Boat Club centres

in mainland Spain, the Balearics, Crete and Scandinavia.

Andy Mills, Premier Marinas’ business development director, said: “The Premier Agapi Boat Club really works for the large number of people who would enjoy time on the water but are put off boating by the costs of ownership and maintenance and acquiring the competency to go boating safely.

“We are delighted to be able to bring our boat club to Chichester Marina and open up a new location for both existing and new members – Chichester Harbour is a designated area of outstanding natural beauty that offers a myriad of quiet anchorages to discover and easy access to the popular cruising grounds of the Solent.”

Customers were able to learn about the new way of boating at an Open Day on 6 March. contact@premieragapiboatclub.co.uk

Around the marinas...

Guernsey Harbours has reported that the second phase of the seabed survey of the Pool area of St Peter Port Harbour was due to begin in late February and should be completed by the first week of April as part of the investigations to develop proposals for a Pool Marina.

Raymarine return as title sponsor for the South Coast Boat Show at MDL Marina’s Ocean Village Marina from 6 - 8 May. With 70 plus new craft on display the show is set to be a ‘must attend’ event for anyone seriously considering buying a new boat. Visitor attendance is free.

Register at ww.mdlmarinas.co.uk/scbs.

In the US, marina business Westrec is to be absorbed into Suntex Marinas creating a combined company with more than 50 marinas. It will be the second highest valued US marina owner behind Safe Harbor Marinas.

MDL Marinas has welcomed boat share membership company FlexiSail and its fleet of craft to Hamble Point Marina.

In addition to berthing for its fleet, FlexiSail will also occupy one of MDL’s business units at the marina, acting as its new headquarters and sales office.

Germany’s largest in-water boat show, last held in 2019, has been confirrmed

for 20 - 22 May. The Hamburg Ancora Yachtfestival will take place at Ancora Marina on the Baltic Sea. Ramsey Marina Limited has opened registration for expressions of interest for berths at the proposed Ramsey Bay Marina on the Isle of Man. www.ramseymarina.com Due to ongoing uncertainty and travel disruption from the pandemic, the organisers of the Limassol Boat Show, Dacor Advertising & Media and Limassol Marina, have announced that the re-launch of the largest boat show in the Eastern Mediterranean has been re-scheduled for 14 – 16 October.

The Green Blue and Final Straw Foundation have announced the first marina to receive the Bronze Certification Award as part of the collaborative standard: Single-Use Plastic Free Accreditation is Val Wyatt Marine.

IGY Marinas has won the 50-year concession to develop a 600 berth marina in Málaga, Spain, which will be called Málaga San Andres Marina. The marina is set to open in 2024.

Catch up with the latest marina news at www.allatsea.co.uk.

ROYAL CLARENCE MARINA The Bridgehead, Weevil Lane, Gosport, Hampshire.

PO12 1AX T: 023 9252 3523 F: 023 9252 3523 E: info@royalclarencemarina.org W: www.royalclarencemarina.org PREMIER MARINAS PORT SOLENT Manager: Mark Phillp South Lockside, Port Solent, Portsmouth, Hampshire. PO6 4TJ T: 023 9221 0765 F: 023 9232 4241 E: portsolent@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com PREMIER MARINAS SOUTHSEA Manager: Peter Pring Fort Cumberland Road Portsmouth, Hampshire. PO4 9RJ T: 023 9282 2719 F: 023 9282 2220 E: southsea@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com GUNWHARF QUAYS MARINA Manager: Carl Jarmaine Gunwharf Quays, Marina Office Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3TZ T: 02392 836732 E: gwqmarina@incentive-fm.com W: www.gunwharf-quays.com/marina

ISLE OF WIGHT

COWES YACHT HAVEN Manager: Katy Ednay Vectis Yard, High Street, Cowes, PO31 7BD T: 01983 299975 F: 01983 200332 E: berthing@cowesyachthaven.com W: www.cowesyachthaven.com VHF: Channel 80 EAST COWES MARINA Manager: Mike Townshend Britannia Way, East Cowes Isle of Wight. PO32 6UB T: 01983 293983 F: 01983 299276 E: berths@eastcowesmarina.co.uk W: www.eastcowesmarina.co.uk

said: “In partnership with Blue Flag, we have established the Sustainable Boating Pledge that all new boaters sign to adhere to eco-friendly practices at sea and on shore.

“We believe this programme and tech opens up an enriching sailing experience that every boater will benefit from.”

Boaters are rewarded every time they book a marina berth, anywhere in the world.

Sign up to Popeye® Sail Club and be the first to benefit when the club rolls out. popeyesail.club COWES HARBOUR SHEPARDS MARINA Manager: Jock Rafferty Medina Road, Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO31 7HT T: 01983 297821 E: shepards.chc@cowes.co.uk W: cowesharbourshepardsmarina.co.uk ISLAND HARBOUR MARINA Manager: Danie Erasmus Mill Lane, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 2LA T: 01983 539994 E: info@island-harbour.co.uk W:www.island-harbour.co.uk BEMBRIDGE HARBOUR Manager/Contact - Gordon Wight The Duver, St Helens, PO33 1YB T: 01983 872828 E : mail@bembridgeharbour.co.uk W: www.bembridgeharbour.co.uk YARMOUTH HARBOUR Harbour Office, The Quay, Yarmouth, Isle of Wight, PO41 0NT T: 01983 760321 E: info@yarmouth-harbour.co.uk W: www.yarmouth-harbour.co.uk VHF: Ch 68 (harbour), Ch 15 (water taxi)

SOUTH EAST MDL NORTHNEY MARINA Manager: Claire Kennedy Northney Road, Hayling Island, PO11 0NH T: 023 9246 6321 E: northney@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.northneymarina.co.uk MDL SPARKES MARINA Manager: Claire Kennedy 38 Wittering Road, Hayling Island Hampshire. PO11 9SR T: 023 9246 3572 E: sparkes@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.sparkesmarina.co.uk BIRDHAM POOL MARINA Birdham, Chichester, W Sussex. PO20 7BG T: 01243 512310 E: info@birdhampool.co.uk W: www.birdhampool.co.uk

PREMIER MARINAS CHICHESTER Manager: Paul Cook Birdham (Chichester Harbour) West Sussex. PO20 7EJ T: 01243 512731 E: chichester@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com SMALL BOATS WELCOME LITTLEHAMPTON MARINA Berthing Manager: Darren Humphries Ferry Road, Littlehampton, West Sussex, BN17 5DS T: 01903 713553 F: 01903 732264 E: sales@littlehamptonmarina.co.uk W: www.littlehamptonmarina.co.uk LITTLEHAMPTON YACHT CLUB (LYC) Rope House, Rope Walk Littlehampton, West Sussex BN17 5DH Office: Fiona Boyce: 01903 713 996 Berthing Master: Bill Kellett T: 01903 732 926 F: 01903 725 911 E: fiona@littlehamptonyachtclub.co.uk W: www.littlehamptonyachtclub.co.uk PREMIER MARINAS BRIGHTON Manager: Mike Hatch West Jetty, Brighton, East Sussex. BN2 5UP T: 01273 819919 F: 01273 675082 E: brighton@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com PREMIER MARINAS EASTBOURNE Manager: Dan Heckford Sovereign Harbour, North Lockside, Pacific Drive, Eastbourne. BN23 5BJ T: 01323 470099 F: 01323 470077 sovereignharbour@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com SMALL BOATS WELCOME NEWHAVEN MARINA Manager/Contact: Russell Levett Address: Newhaven Marina, The Yacht Harbour, Fort Road, Newhaven, BN9 9BY T: +44 (0)1273 513 881 E: info@newhavenmarina.co.uk W: www.newhavenmarina.co.uk

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GILLINGHAM MARINA 173 Pier Road, Gillingham, Kent. ME7 1UB T: 01634 280022 E: berthing@gillingham-marina.co.uk W: www.gillingham-marina.co.uk MDL CHATHAM MARITIME MARINA Manager: Emma Crompton The Lock Building, Leviathan Way Chatham Maritime, Kent. ME4 4LP T: 01634 899200 E: chatham@mdlmarinas.co.uk www.chathammaritimemarina.co.uk MEDWAY YACHT CLUB Contact: Sue Bannister Lower Upnor, Rochester, ME2 4XB T: 01634 718399 W: www.medwayyachtclub.com PORT OF DOVER MARINA Manager: Chris Windsor Address - Dover Marina, Crosswall Quay, Union Street, Dover, Kent, CT179BN T +44 (0) 1304 241 663 E marina@doverport.co.uk W www.doverport.co.uk/marina

SURREY

MDL PENTON HOOK MARINA Manager: Andrew Smith Staines Road, Chertsey, Surrey. KT16 8PY T: 01932 568681 E: pentonhook@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.pentonhookmarina.co.uk

BERKSHIRE

MDL WINDSOR MARINA Manager: John Harris Maidenhead Road, Windsor, Berkshire. SL4 5TZ T: 01753 853911 E: windsor@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.windsormarina.co.uk

SUFFOLK

MDL WOOLVERSTONE MARINA Manager: Kelly Sharman Woolverstone, Ipswich, Suffolk. IP9 1AS T: 01473 780206 E: woolverstone@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.woolverstonemarina.co.uk LOWESTOFT HAVEN MARINA Manager: Bob Beare Lowestoft Haven Marina (twin site), School Road and Hamilton Dock, Marina Office, School Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk. NR33 9NB T: 01502 580300 F: 01502 581851 E: lowerstofthaven@abports.co.uk W: lowestofthavenmarina.co.uk FOX’S MARINA & BOATYARD Marina Manager: Lee Gilson Fox’s Marina, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 8SA T: +44 1473 689111 E: foxs@foxsmarina.com W: www.foxsmarina.com

ESSEX

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

WALES

ABERYSTWYTH MARINA Manager: Jon Booth Y Lanfa Aberystwyth, Trefechan SY23 1AS T: 01970 611422 E: aber@themarinegroup.co.uk W: www.themarinegroup.co.uk

MDL BRAY MARINA Manager: John Harris Monkey Island Lane, Bray, Berkshire. SL6 2EB T: 01628 623654 E: bray@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.braymarina.co.uk

CARDIFF MARINA Manager: Andy Coles OBE Watkiss Way, Cardiff. CF11 0SY T: 02920 396078 F: 02920 345116 E: info@themarinegroup.co.uk W: www.themarinegroup.co.uk

ST OLAVES MARINA Contact: Tamsin Bromley/Mary Hall Beccles Road, St Olaves, Gt. Yarmouth NR31 9HX T: 01493 488500 E: enquiries@stolavesmarina.co.uk W: www.stolavesmarina.co.uk

MILFORD MARINA Manager or contact: Melanie Durney Milford Marina, Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire SA73 3AF Tel: 01646 796518 E: enquiries@milfordmarina.com W: www.milfordmarina.com

NORFOLK

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NEYLAND YACHT HAVEN Manager: James Cotton Brunel Quay, Pembrokeshire, SA73 1PY T: 01646 601601 E: neyland@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com PORT DINORWIC MARINA Marina Manager: Ged Tyrer Y Felinheli Gwynedd, LL56 4JN T:01248671500/01248 670176 E: portdinorwic@themarinegroup.co.uk W: www.themarinegroup.co.uk BURRY PORT MARINA Harbour Master: Robert Hockey The Harbour Office Burry Port Carmarthenshire T:01554 835 691 E: burryport@themarinegroup.co.uk W: www.themarinegroup.co.uk

N. IRELAND BANGOR MARINA Manager: Kevin Baird Bangor, Co. Down T: 02891 45329 W: www.quaymarinas.com

CARRICKFERGUS MARINA Harbour Master: Nigel Thompson 3 Quayside, CARRICKFERGUS BT38 8BJ T: 028 9336 6666 W: www.midandeastantrim.gov.uk

BRISTOL

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

NEWCASTLE ROYAL QUAYS MARINA North Shields, Tyneside NE29 6DU T: 0191 2728282 W: www.quaymarinas.com

SCOTLAND

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

LARGS YACHT HAVEN Manager: Carolyn Elder Irvine Road, Largs, Ayrshire, KA30 8EZ T: 01475 675333 E: largs@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com TROON YACHT HAVEN Manager: Stephen Bennie The Harbour, Troon, Ayrshire, KA10 6DJ T: 01292 315553 E: troon@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com

KERRERA MARINA Contact : Tim Vollum Ardentrive Bay, Kerrera, Oban, Scotland, PA34 4SX T: 01631 565333 W: office@kerreramarina.com W: www.kerreramarina.com

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MDL SANT CARLES MARINA Manager: Nicolas Gonzalez Ctra Poble Nou s/n, Apartat de Correus 192, 43540, Sant Carles de la Ràpita, Spain T: (0034) 9777 45153 T (UK): 023 8045 0227 enquiries@santcarlesmarina.com W: www.santcarlesmarina.com

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THE CHANGING FACE OF MARINAS Marinas are the community hubs of boating but have historically been exclusively enjoyed by boat owners. boatfolk are on a mission to change this and make marinas more accessible to all.

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ravelling by boat is one of the oldest forms of transport. As the UK is surrounded by coastline, it is fair to say that we have been enjoying boats for a long time. As such, boating is a hobby that is steeped in tradition, from specific superstitions to sea shanties, which you might recall made a surprising viral come-back last year!

Traditions make up the foundation of communities. Shared beliefs and ways of working help bring people together. As boaters know, being active on the water and enjoying nature has incredible benefits for the mind, body and soul. Most boaters want to share this feeling with friends and family, keen to get more people involved with this fantastic pastime.

However, traditions can also sometimes act as barriers to entry. By sticking to the way things have been for centuries, newcomers can feel shut off, especially when confronted with a wall of challenges before being able to receive any enjoyment.

The fear of making mistakes, not being accepted or simply the anticipated costs can turn people away. Marinas are the natural home of boat loving communities but at the same time can feel difficult to break into for those curious about the boating lifestyle.

Therefore, boatfolk have set out to make boating much more accessible. They have done this in two ways: removing boat ownership as a requirement and encouraging the next generation of boaters to get on the water.

Beyonder

We all know how much fun being on the water can be. However, the associated time-consuming tasks of maintenance, along with security and costs can sometimes feel like a never-ending list of things to worry about. Newcomers do not necessarily want to make the huge commitment of owning a boat and taking on these worries before at least having a go on the water.

That is why Beyonder, boatfolk’s new subscription-based service, provides the opportunity to get on the water without owning a boat. Picking from a range of available boats from the fleet, customers

are given an integrated training course to make sure they are fully comfortable with their specific home boat.

After that, they are free to book stays throughout the season or spontaneous trips up to 48 hours before departure.

Everything else, from fuel to cleaning and insurance, is completely taken care of.

By eliminating these barriers to entry, Beyonder by boatfolk aims to encourage more people on to the water.

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As boating is so full of rich traditions, the barriers to entry can include knowledge and experience. Everyone

“By welcoming everyone with an interest in boating, boatfolk hopes to connect and grow a nationwide community of boaters for many years to come.”

Beyonder allows people to get afloat without having to own a boat

boatfolk is working to make boating more accessible to all

must have a first time on the water, but even a beginner’s experience can feel out of reach to many younger individuals. If you do not come from a family of sailors or get introduced to it by a friend, a busy marina can seem like an alien world.

With the simple goal of bringing young boaters together to have fun afloat, boatgen provides people with the skills and confidence needed to get them on the water. boatfolk’s partnership with Here is a Seabin installed on River Soar the Andrew Simpson Foundation makes

boatgen possible. Operating taster days from the 11 boatfolk marinas around the UK, the aim is to provide accessible opportunities for all.

However, a vital asset in bringing boating to the next generation are the ambassadors. These young individuals are role models who understand the value of sailing and watersports. Their passion for the sport makes them best suited to inspire and build this growing community.

All boatgen initiatives are purposefully designed to create safe and accessible places for anyone to spend time in, on or by the water. By welcoming everyone with an interest in boating, boatfolk hopes to connect and grow a nationwide community of boaters for many years to come.

Visit boatfolk.co.uk to find out more about Beyonder, boatgen and the other ways boatfolk plan to make boating more accessible.

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An enhanced version of this is the use of spinning cone technology as used by Australian McGuigan Wines for their Zero range.

“The spinning cone draws the wine into super fine layers for efficient vaporisation, and alcohol is removed at lower temperatures than ever before, thus resulting in a truly beautiful tasting product,” McGuigan explains.

The ethanol can be collected and used to create other products. McGuigan Zero Shiraz costs £4 at Tesco.

The second way, though, is by controlled osmosis which uses a lot of water and the ethanol cannot be re-used as it is too diluted. It is, therefore, considered less environmentally friendly.

One to try? Australian Hardy’s reds and whites are popular and trusted in UK. The label on their Alcohol Free Chardonnay assures us that it is made from their regular Chardonnay de-alcoholised (£4 at Tesco).

Look out for the ‘clues’ to make sure your alcohol free wines have come through the full vinification process. Otherwise you may be simply buying a bottle of grape juice.

If you are getting serious about alcohol free wine, you need to get up to speed on what to look out for when making a buying choice and how to avoid buying what is essentially a grape juice mix marketed as wine. The key factor here is how it is made.

According to the drinks magazine Decanter, authentic alcohol free wine needs to go through fermentation to normal abv strength (11 to 13 per cent) before being de-alcoholised.

Fermentation produces not only alcohol but also aromas, texture and flavours in the full vinification process.

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