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JEANNEAU VELASCO 37F

Nick Burnham sea tests this simple-yeteffective family cruiser from Jeanneau

BUYING A BERTH ABROAD

Expert advice that’ll ease the process of bagging a berth on the Med

WILDLIFE WATCHING

Expert cetacean spotters from the Seawatch Foundation reveal their best places to see our native wildlife around the UK coastline

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ONES TO WATCH

We round up some of the boats making their debut at the Southampton Boat Show

GO EXPLORE!

The RYA offers their top tips to ensure you’re boat legal and confident on the water abroad

HEESEN KOMETA

The ultimate in luxury – a genuine dream boat

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The coolest gadgets for boats and boating

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MARINA CONTENTS

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PEOPLE

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LIFESTYLE

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We caught up with some of the ladies competing in the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race before they set sail

FAIR WINDS

Yacht designer Bill Dixon reveals his standout designs from a career spanning 30 years at the top of the business

PLAIN SAILING

Meet Sam Matson, only 24 and already one of Britain’s best offshore sailors

REGULARS

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WILDLIFE WATCHING

DISCOVER THE UK’S COASTALS SEALIFE HOTSPOT

SEA-INSPIRED BEAUTY PRODUCTS SOUTHAMPTON TRAVEL GUIDE BMW’S 640D CONVERTIBLE WHAT’S ON SCOTLAND MEET SAM MATSON

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Celebrating the arrival of the 47th Southampton Boat Show

OUT AND ABOUT IN SOUTHAMPTON

Places to see and be seen on shore

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WELCOME TO MARINA EDITORIAL Managing Editor Angela Rivers angela@giraffe-media.co.uk Technical Editor Mark Taylor mark@giraffe-media.co.uk Art Director Lee Parsons lee@giraffe-media.co.uk Senior Graphic Designer Rob Smith rob@giraffe-media.co.uk Senior Art Worker Rob Hutchinson robh@giraffe-media.co.uk Design Assistant Chandler Brittain chandler@giraffe-media.co.uk

ummer might be on the wane, but there’s no need to be gloomy when the Southampton Boat Show is on the horizon. We’ve rounded up a selection of new boats making their debut at the Show (page 8) as well as digging out Southampton’s best eateries and attractions (page 64) to add value to your trip – and keep the rest of the family happy while you dream about upgrading your current craft. This issue we’re all about exploring distant shores, so if you’re craving year-round better weather, why not move your boat to the Med (page 21)? We’ve got all the expert advice you need to make the transition a smooth one… Alternatively, and closer to home, Scotland offers some of the best sailing in the UK and a busy calendar of events to boot (page 74), so stock up on Smidge and try island-hopping Celtic style. Lastly, we’re very please to announce that Marina is now available as a free digital download. To get your copy, visit marinamag.com – enjoy the issue!

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CNB 76

Ancasta has just announced that the new CNB 76 will be at Southampton Boat Show and is set to be the biggest sailing boat on the water at the show, which takes place between 11-20 September 2015. Seaworthy, elegant, and easy to handle, the new CNB 76 embodies 25 years of CNB excellence. With her superb proportions and unique design from the world famous naval architect Philippe Briand, her lines perfectly integrate a raised saloon and the consequent layout is as harmonious as it is comfortable and functional. Built to thoroughly spoil her owners, the CNB 76 is home to VIP cabins, a huge saloon boasting panoramic views, and she comes with the possibility of modernising for specific sailing programmes and the number of guests expected on board. Designed by Philippe Briand, the CNB 76 presents as a luxury yacht, which is both of a reasonable size and extremely easy to handle. Her hull is fast, powerful and secure. The modern design gives us aft chines and a sharp, vertical bow, while the fairly high freeboard ensures she is an extremely dry boat. The centring of her weights provides a steady ride in challenging seas, and every detail which affords the utmost of comfort has been meticulously adhered to. Typical final price £2,600,000 inc VAT. ancasta.com 023 8045 0000

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FAIRLINE

TARGA 53GT

The highly anticipated Targa 53GT makes its worldwide debut at the 2015 Southampton Boat Show. The latest addition to Fairline’s iconic Targa range, the Targa 53GT epitomises British craftsmanship and technical excellence. Fairline’s Targa 53GT incorporates a beautifully tapered hull glazing that emphasises its dynamic character. The boat’s classic swept stern shape integrates the hull lines, creating a functional yet attractive transom with optional submersible bathing platform. The Targa 53GT is immediately distinctive thanks to its sharp exterior styling and shows an evolution from the time-proven Targa lineage, incorporating the distinctive deck window profile with signature Fairline spear. The boat combines large cockpit seating and sunbathing areas with interior saloon seating to provide a seamless flow of entertaining and relaxation space.

A key attribute of Fairline’s Targa 53GT is the full beam mid-ship master cabin with king-size bed and panoramic windows bathing the cabin in natural light. In addition to the stunning master cabin, there is a forward double cabin and a versatile twin cabin to port. Offering excellent sea-keeping in all conditions, the Targa 53GT is a true “boater’s boat” and offers a choice of two shaft-driven engine options from Volvo and Cummins. Every Targa 53GT can be customised with Fairline’s high-quality choice of specifications, equipment and interior options, each thoroughly tested for suitability, performance and style. Starting price: £675,000 with the Volvo Penta D11-675 EVC engine option. fairline.com 01832 273661

SEALINE C330

Bold and distinctive, the new Sealine C330 breaks boundaries. Powerful engines provide exceptional performance on the water. Quality fixtures and furnishings are used throughout along with top of the range navigation equipment. Equipped with two generously sized cabins, it combines innovative design with outstanding versatility. The optimal use of every available centimetre on board gives the C330 the feeling of a much larger boat – setting it apart from the competition. The spectacular design of the hull and deck offers ample space below deck. The oversized hull windows and

large hatches let lots of light and air into the interior of the boat. The largest in its class, the Sealine C330 is setting new standards both with regard to headroom and the size of the berths and cabins and stands out with its generous size. A family boat, both inside and out, the C330 reflects the character of a true Sealine and offers a wide range of unique features that clearly set it apart in the market. Price from £178,000. tbs.boats 01932 570055 Issue 5 |

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BAVARIA SPORT 330 HT

Enjoying its UK debut at the Southampton Boat Show (berths M370-M381), the SPORT 330 HT complements Bavaria’s SPORT LINE, comprising the SPORT 300, SPORT 360, SPORT 400 and SPORT 450. The standard version of the SPORT 330 Open comes without the radar arch, which is available as an option. To meet the strong demand, BAVARIA is making the SPORT 330 HT available with a manual soft-top. The clearly arranged instruments and the intuitive user interface makes driving this new model a real pleasure. The large seating area in the cockpit allows up to six people to relax in comfort and, if you’re lucky enough to see the sun, the whole family can enjoy its rays due to the easily rearrangeable sunbed.

SPIRIT YACHTS SPIRIT 46

The SPORT 330 is the perfect motor yacht for any weather. The hardtop version provides protection against the weather on cooler days, and on sunny days the fabric sunroof is very easy to open. Below deck up to six people can be comfortably accommodated. Attention to detail and technical standards of the highest quality were the cornerstones of the Bavaria designers and engineers in conceptualising the interior of this new model. This applies in every detail, from the choice of fabrics and woods to the newly designed cabin. It really is the ultimate in comfort. Diesel model from £141,920 including delivery, commissioning and VAT. clippermarine.co.uk 01489 550583

Luxury classic yacht designer and builder Spirit Yachts is launching its latest build, a new Spirit 46, at this year’s Southampton Boat Show. On display in berth M273, the new yacht showcases the iconic lines and structural integrity synonymous with Spirit Yachts’ modern classic design and build. Being unveiled for the first time at Southampton’s purpose built marina, the exquisite Spirit 46 is a masterpiece of contemporary wooden yacht construction and demonstrates the classic, elegant lines associated with Spirit. The essence of a true Spirit Yacht design and build, her glamorous looks are coupled with the latest in modern yachting technology, including carbon spars and rigging. Built for speed (she can regularly achieve speeds of 18+ knots) and weighing only 4.5 tonnes (of which half is her keel), the Spirit 46 offers comfortable accommodation for up to five people and ample galley space. With all controls led aft to the cockpit, short-handed or single-handed sailing is accomplished with ease, whilst a full regatta can be undertaken with a crew of just four. As with most Spirit designs, the Spirit 46, the eleventh of the Mark 2 version, retains the classic design of her predecessors with only minor style changes to the cockpit and toerail. Guide prices on request. spirityachts.com 01473 214715

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Whether you prefer sporty sailing, relaxing holidays or simply entertaining family and friends, the new Hanse 315 is designed to fulfil all your needs. Distinctive features such as the steep stem, the short overhangs and the deep keel give the new Hanse 315 elegant lines and significantly more activity under sail. The positive sheer creates an elegant and sporty look, and a wellbalanced sail area creates a sense of security. The new Hanse 315 is supplied with tiller control as standard and can also be equipped with optional twin steering wheels. The deep L-keel with 1.85m enables extremely reliable control, and is the reason why the Hanse 315 is the first in its class to receive CE category A. The intelligent deck layout incorporates a voluminous anchor locker with optional anchor winch located in the bow with sufficient storage space for the anchor and mooring ropes. Directly behind that, the characteristic Hanse self-tacking jib rail comes as standard for ‘easy sail’ operation. Inside, the Hanse 315 is light and spacious, with acres of storage space, a standing height of up to 1.91m, and can comfortably house a crew of four. All berths are over 2m long, enabling everyone on board to sleep in comfort.

HANSE 315

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GT YACHTS GT35 CLUB

Having launched the gold standard GT35 Grand Tour, GT Yachts has been busy developing a new model and can now announce the addition of the GT35 Club version. The GT35 Club maintains all of the sailing performance and engineering standards of her higher-spec sister, including low centre of gravity, high aspect ratio rig, integrated structural arrangements and fore and aft water-tight bulkheads, but vastly simplifies the interior outfit and deck arrangement. “After the excellent reviews and having listened to customers I realised that, whilst there is certainly a place in the market for the GT35 Grand Tour, there is also a place for a version for those on a

smaller budget,” says Conrad Cockburn, MD at GT Yachts. “The Grand Tour version is arguably a luxurious 35 footer, so a Club version is a natural addition to the family and simply provides the same sailing yacht with many of the trimmings and complexities of build removed. For example, the forecabin in the GT35 Grand Tour is quite the owners’ cabin and, while we’ve kept the same space, the berth and some items of joinery have been changed to make the outfit simpler and more straightforward to build in the Club version.” Price from £195,000 plus VAT. gtyachts.com 01730 264548 Issue 5 |

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Displayed at the Southampton Boat Show for the very first time this year, the new Sargo 31 is a multi-role boat with a strong sporty character and more than her fair share of luxurious touches. With a top speed of 42 knots she will handle seas with ease, and boasts the same effortless sea-keeping as the entire Sargo range – which has built up a reputation for offering a responsive, refined, safe and solid ride. Quick, spacious and comfortable, the 31 fits in two sizeable double cabins, sleeping four in comfort and making her the ideal craft for extended cruising with friends or family. The generous saloon invites stress-free entertaining, and the aft deck seating and table options ensure you can make the best of the weather. The 31’s well-appointed interiors are an unexpected bonus in an all weather, all season boat. The list of extras included as standard encompasses: bow thruster, the latest Garmin chartplotter, Volvo Penta trip computer, large opening sunroof, twin diesel hob, power trim assist, and automatic trim tabs. When your choice is Sargo, there are no compromises. Solidly built and well equipped, you can confidently push your Sargo without ever feeling her get close to her limits. Starting price £187,900 inc VAT, delivery, commissioning and VHF. marcomarine.co.uk 02380 453245

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REVIEW

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37F JEANNEAU GOES BACK TO BASICS WITH THIS SIMPLE FLYBRIDGE FAMILY CRUISER

hirty years ago Princess Yachts International was putting in the groundwork toward becoming the superyacht success story it is today, with what seem by current standards to be quite prosaic boats. The mid-eighties Princess line-up started at 26 feet with the Princess 266 Riviera and stretched to the magnificent Princess 45, at the time the largest GRP production boat built by any UK yard. In the middle of the range sat the Princess 35, one of the most practical flybridge family boats ever built. The formula was very straight forward. Two cabins, a single heads, and a spacious saloon that lead out to an aft cockpit – topped by a useful flybridge and underpinned by an easy to maintain shaft drive configuration linked to a pair of modest diesel engines beneath the saloon floor that gave it 25 knots flat out and a 20 knot cruise. It was a hugely popular and successful craft, both new and on the used market, attracting eager buyers with its no nonsense layout and shaft drive simplicity and predictability.

And Princess were not alone in providing this concept. Fairline had the 36 Sedan that did much the same job, whilst Sealine offered the 350 Statesman. Somehow, over the intervening years, these simple-yet-effective core family boats have been lost in a drive upmarket toward the big money and prestige of the superyacht spoils. Today the Princess flybridge range starts at 47 feet (larger than their 1980s flagship!). Only Sealine continue to mine the mid-range flybridge family cruiser segment, having recently launched the F380. A great boat with much to commend it, but whilst its outdrive engines offer packaging and performance advantages, they lack the sheer engineering simplicity of shafts. Bluntly, if you want a 21st century Princess 35 equivalent, you’re out of luck – until now. Jeanneau launched its Velasco range in 2013 with the Velasco 43, a pseudo-hybrid trawler yacht/flybridge cruiser designed to combine the versatility and practicality of the former with the performance of

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the latter. This year sees the launch of the Velasco 43F, broadly the same boat but with conventional aft sloping windscreens and a radar arch in place of the original’s trawler-inspired forward sloping screens and mast, yet retaining the core values of the original. But of more interest to us today is its new little sister Velasco 37F, a boat designed to bring the charms of the 43F to the mid 30-foot market. The layout of the 37F is very straightforward. A master cabin with its central double berth nestles in the bow, with guest cabin to starboard sporting a pair of single berths and a generous heads to port. Three steps bring you to the saloon, double helm to starboard with an L-shaped dinette aft (which converts to a double berth) opposite a galley that occupies the port side of the saloon. A particularly nice touch is the sliding door alongside the helm giving instant access to the starboard side deck. Offering great ventilation in conjunction with the sliding saloon doors that open onto the cockpit, it’s an unusual ‘big boat’ feature at this size and reflects directly the larger Velasco 43’s trawler yacht pretensions. Out in the cockpit an old-fashioned ladder accesses the generously proportioned flybridge, but the big news out here is under your feet. Lift the gas strut assisted hatch and you find an ‘old school’ lazarette with acres of space for boat gear, liferaft, folding bikes or whatever else takes your fancy. It’s the nautical equivalent of the garage or garden shed at home, somewhere to store all the big detritus of life that you don’t want to drag indoors and it’s sorely missed in this modern era of pod and outdrive layouts stuffing the engines as far back as possible in a bid to maximise interior volume. But apart from that lazarette, what else do you gain with shafts? Well, the sheer simplicity means that there is far less outside the boat to deteriorate and to be expensively maintained. Gearboxes bolted to the back of the two Volvo Penta D4-300 300hp engines (the only engine option) connect to stainless steel shafts that swing a pair of bronze propellers, just like in the good old days. A pair of bronze

SPECIFICATIONS: BUILD: GRP RCD: B

rudders give high-speed directional control – at low speeds it is often more effective to drive on the engines, turning on the spot like a tank commander with one ahead and one astern. And with the weight of the engines further forward, the boat sits solidly in the water, both at high and low speed. It doesn’t have the instantaneous ‘pointability’ of pods or outdrives – you’re steering by deflecting water flow with a blade rather than re-directing thrust – but it holds its course beautifully, feeling far more settled as a result. But it’s not all good news. Putting the engines under the saloon floor elicits packaging compromises – and is probably why the 37F gets one heads against the Sealine F380’s two, for example. Noise levels tend to be a touch higher and dragging those shafts and rudders through the water is less efficient, resulting in a lower top speed (about 25 knots) and higher fuel consumption. Personally, I’ll take those disadvantages for the Velasco 37F’s return to simpler times. Lower maintenance costs and potential improved resale make this a far more economical overall ownership proposition and a welcome return to practical motor boating over the last ‘nth of interior space and top speed. THE DETAIL The flybridge works equally well for cruising, entertaining or lazing. At the front, a double seat next to the helm infills to create a small sunpad, or flop the backrest forward to enlarge the seating area around the table. Back aft a similar arrangement allows you to choose between more dinette space or more sunbathing space depending on how you position the backrest. VERDICT A welcome return to practical family boating, the Velasco 37F is a sensible and cost effective alternative to the latest pod and outdrive powered flybridge cruiser alternatives.  Take trip back in time to simpler days with this straightforward, ‘does what it says on the tin’ motor boat

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t’s easy to become jaded with the British boating experience and dream of sunnier climes, but what’s stopping you turning those dreams into reality? Cast off your waterproofs, pack away your thermals and enjoy your boat year-round, under blue sky and balmy sunshine.

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION Before you decide on a destination, think about how you’re going to get there. Ideally you want to be near two different airports to maximise the number of inbound/outbound flights during the shoulder seasons. Check the flight frequency and duration as well as airport transport connections so that you’re not stuck with no option but an expensive taxi journey from airport to marina. The majority of British motorboat owners head for Spain, particularly the Costa del Sol, due to its convenience and climate – it’s about a two-and-a-half-hour flight from southern England and average temperatures range from 12°C in January to 26°C in August. This southernmost tip of Europe has a long boating season, and it’s also close to Gibraltar – where diesel is a third of the cost of elsewhere. It’s also just 12 miles or so across the straights to Morocco, so you could be enjoying the delights of Africa in about 30 minutes. The facilities at marinas in the Med are very good, and all afford washrooms, laundry, WiFi and boat yard services. In some marinas there are swimming pools and in most there are local shops and restaurants within the confines of the port. The majority of marinas are very safe places to keep a boat. Video surveillance is just part of the protection facilities used, along with constant monitoring by the marina staff.

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WHAT WILL IT COST? Rents and purchase prices vary by destination, but you can expect the lowest rental to come in at around €3,000 for a typical 12m berth, up to €9,000 in the more popular marinas. If you prefer the idea of owning rather than renting, you’re looking at an even bigger variation in price. For example, a 12m berth in a marina with 10 years left on the concession would cost upwards of €20,000, but one with 25 years left on the concession could be upwards of €60,000. END CONCESSION DATE At the majority of marinas, the marina operator has a contract with the respective government to build/operate a marina for a set time. In the past, it was left to the individual operator/government to decide the length of the agreement (the concession), but that has since changed. In Spain for example, all new ports now have a fixed 30-year concession. When the concession ends, the respective government could either negotiate a new concession with the existing marina operator or go out to tender to a selection of other operators. Some Spanish marinas have recently come to the end of their concession period, but arrangements have been made with the existing operators to extend their end concession date. When you buy a berth, you are actually buying the right to use that berth until the end concession date. In theory you must then hand the berth back to the operator, but in reality you are a sitting tenant, so it is natural for you to be given first choice to re-purchase the berth up to the next end concession date. In

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those marinas that have recently had their concession extended, existing berth owners have been given the opportunity to extend their end date, some by paying a nominal amount and others without paying anything. OTHER COSTS Costs over and above the purchase price depend on which country the marina is in, but generally tax or transfer charges are incurred. These differ depending on the type of marina. In some cases your purchase is just a contract with the port; in others it is a legal process like buying a property and involves local notaries, in which case you would be given a deed of ownership, or in France shares in the marina. When buying a privately owned berth, you should allow at least an additional 10% of the purchase price to cover these and any solicitors’ charges. If you’re buying from a new marina there is VAT to pay, which can be as high as 21%. There are also annual community fees to pay, but again these vary from marina to marina. Fees for a typical 12m berth could range between €1,000 and €2,000. BUYING VS RENTING There are several reason why people buy their berths instead of renting – it’s cheaper, you have security of tenure and you don’t have to worry about rental charges increasing year on year. The longer the berth is rented, the more you will end up paying for it; whereas if you buy a berth your costs are fixed at the outset. When buying a berth, and even keeping it until the end concession date, you will have paid perhaps half of what you would have paid

for renting the exact same berth. And, assuming you sell it at some stage, you will also be able to get back some of your initial investment, making your overall berthing costs even lower. The majority of marinas do not allow you to sublet your berth, although there are some where you can. In those that do allow it, you will be able to rent a private berth at a lower cost than the marina would charge, but in those that don’t, you have to book and pay for your berth direct with the marina. SIZE MATTERS In the majority of marinas your boat needs to be within the size of the berth, so for a 15.25m boat, for example, you would have to go in the next berth size up. In some marinas this would be a 16m berth, but in some it would mean being on an 18m berth. Just as important, though, is the beam size of the vessel. A boat with a 4.75m beam would not generally be allowed on a 4.5m-wide berth, and in some marinas the overall beam of a boat might have to include fenders as well. MATRICULATION MISCONCEPTIONS Many people (wrongly) believe that on its arrival in Spain you have to have your boat matriculated and pay tax on its value. This is completely untrue. As an EU subject you are allowed to have your boat in Spain for as long as you like without paying a matriculation tax. That said, you are only allowed to be in Spain as a nonresident for 183 days in any one year, otherwise you have to be registered as a resident and in that case your boat would need to be matriculated. This is the same for all countries in the EU.

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remier Marinas gets set for two shows in one, when from 1120 September the annual Swanwick Used Boat Show runs in parallel with the Southampton Boat Show. Now in its 36th year, Swanwick’s Used Boat Show (open daily from 10am to 6pm) is set to feature an extensive in-water display of power and sail boats from the marina’s onsite brokerages: Ancasta International Boat Sales, Clipper Marine, Princess Motor Yachts, Sea Ventures and Sunseeker Southampton. Ancasta International Boat Sales’ line-up will include a used Princess V56 and Nimbus 43 Nova, plus an Aquastar 45, alongside over 30 other quality pre-owned sail and powerboats. Clipper Marine will have fine examples of their new Bavaria sail and power boats and a selection of used boats including a Bavaria Easy 9.7 and a Fairline Targa 40. Princess Motor Yacht Sales will display a wide range of pre-owned brokerage and stock motor yachts, including a number of Princess Approved craft benefiting from a one-year guarantee. Extending over five different brands, from 35 to 65 feet and priced from £159,000 to £1,125,000, there will be something for everyone. Jeanneau specialists Sea Ventures will display a range of Sun Odyssey yachts, including the 409,

509 and a 54DS, plus the Sun Fast 3200; nationally recognised for its incredible offshore and race performance. Electronics manufacturer Raymarine will also be on hand with its technical exhibition trailer, offering product demonstrations and details on all its great offers. Moreover, these – and more – worldleading sailing yachts and motor boats will be joined by the RNLI, which will be promoting its ‘Respect the Water’ campaign and providing literature on sea safety and life-jacket maintenance. As well as enjoying free entry to the Swanwick Used Boat Show, if you book your Park & Ride tickets in advance you will benefit not only from a comfortable journey to Southampton Boat Show, but also a complimentary ticket to this event as well as free parking at Swanwick Marina. This all for £13 per adult or £32 for a family ticket (two adults and up to four children under the age of 15). Along with hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of boats and brands, Premier Marinas will be bringing its marinas to life on stand E040 with an interactive video wall. There visitors will be able to meet with members of Premier’s friendly and knowledgeable marina and marine insurance team and enjoy complimentary tea, coffee and cookies while sitting on Premier’s veranda by the water’s edge. Visit the Premier stand for your chance to win the daily prize draw for a Henri Lloyd Ultimate Cruiser jacket worth £220, and enjoy superb savings on winter berthing, boatyards and storage ashore. Andy Osman CMM, Marina General Manager at Swanwick Marina said: “This year, visitors will have the chance to view a stunning lineup of used sailing yachts and power boats at our Used Boat Show before stepping aboard our ‘Park & Ride’ service to the Southampton Boat Show.” So whether you are new to boating or an experienced sailor and are thinking of buying a used yacht or motor boat, make sure you save the date and take advantage of Premier’s two for one shows for only £13, inclusive of travel.

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ne of the most awesome things about cruising is the freedom to explore where you like, when you like. Fancy a few days in France? Not a problem, weather permitting. Holland appeal? What’s stopping you? Maybe you want to go even further afield. But remember – if you’re cruising the waters of another country, under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) that country is within its rights to ask you to comply with its rules and regulations. In reality, most countries will seldom enforce their rules and regulations in full. Most commonly the skipper is required to provide evidence of their competence, and carriage of local publications or regulations is also often stipulated, especially if you’re travelling the inland waterways. But it’s a useful reminder that wherever you want to go there could be factors, local or otherwise, that could leave you into a spot of bother if you don’t do your homework. “Being aware of your obligations prior to leaving UK territorial waters is important,” explains Carol Paddison, the RYA’s Cruising Advisor. “UNCLOS defines the extent of each country’s territory and whether a vessel is under the laws of its country of registration (the Flag State) or additionally those of the country whose waters it’s lying in (the Coastal State). “A basic understanding of this will help you establish which other rules you need to follow, as the Coastal State can specify legislation you must comply with.” So what do you need to think about?

EVIDENCE OF COMPETENCE AND THE ICC A certificate of competence – providing your boat is used as a ‘pleasure vessel’, is UK flagged, and less than either 24m in length or 80GT – isn’t mandatory in the UK, but that can change abroad. This new and up-to-date page on the RYA website – rya.org.uk/go/iccaccept – will help you decide if evidence of competence is required or the ICC is recommended, depending on where you want to go. It also has other useful advice on evidencing competence. Remember the requirements can change if you move from coastal to inland waters. Even if evidence of competence isn’t formally stipulated, being able to produce solid documentation is never going to do any harm, and the ICC is increasingly satisfying foreign customs officials looking for evidence of your competence. LAW OF THE SEA AND THE COASTAL STATE Under UNCLOS if you undertake a continuous and expeditious passage through the territorial waters of another country, and don’t engage in any activity that doesn’t have a direct bearing on the passage, you have a right of passage. Compliance with international conventions, such as Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) and the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS), is still required and the Coastal State has the right to ensure you do so. Because most recreational cruisers will anchor for lunch and/or visit several different ports on a trip, they aren’t deemed as being on a ‘continuous and expeditious passage’. This brings you under the jurisdiction of the Coastal State, as does launching your boat in another country. You could then be required to adhere to all of that country’s regulations.

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Personal papers: n Passport n Proof of authority to operate maritime radio (eg SRC) n Evidence of competence (eg ICC) n European Health Insurance Card (EHIC)

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Original documents should be carried, particularly the registration document, because you could be fined – most notably in France – for only having a copy.

PAPERWORK When taking a UK registered boat to any other country, you need the right papers for the boat and the crew. These are the minimum you should be able to produce if requested. Ship’s papers: n Registration documentation n Ship Radio Licence n Evidence of the boat’s VAT status n Insurance documents n Evidence the vessel is RCD compliant (eg CE Mark) / exempt

CUSTOMS AND IMMIGRATION FORMALITIES Customs Notice 8 explains the requirements for private individuals sailing pleasure craft to and from the UK. On arrival in another country flying the Q flag signals you require clearance from the authorities. If you remain in the EU and have nothing to declare, both goods and non-EU residents, you don’t need to fly the Q Flag. If you leave the UK and your intended destination is outside the EU, including the Channel Islands, you must advise UK Customs of your departure using form C1331. Similarly if you arrive in the UK from a non-EU port, you must report your arrival to UK Customs. Be aware of the Schengen Area, which has essentially abolished checks at common borders between many EU and EEA countries. The UK isn’t part of this treaty so you may have to clear immigration when arriving from the UK in a Schengen area country. Also in addition to your boat wearing her ensign, it’s customary, and often expected, to hoist a courtesy flag – a small version of the maritime ensign of the country you’re visiting. RED DIESEL If you have filled your boat’s tanks with duty paid red diesel in the UK you should be permitted to use it elsewhere in the EU. In Belgium having red diesel in a pleasure craft remains unlawful, and boaters were being fined. However the RYA isn’t aware of any UK boaters being fined by Belgian authorities for the presence of red diesel in their fuel tanks during the last couple of cruising seasons. To minimise potential issues, particularly in Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany or France, keep your receipt as proof of where

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you purchased your fuel and to show correct duty was paid in the UK. Also log the refuelling date and engine hours, and only keep red diesel in the main fuel storage tank, as EU laws on red diesel don’t extend to fuel carried in spare cans.

HOLDING TANKS Restrictions on the discharge of sewage are slowly increasing so check regulations on the discharge of ‘black’ water – toilet waste – and holding tanks too.

FIND OUT MORE More information about cruising abroad can be found at rya.org.uk/infoadvice/boatingabroad with country-specific information available to RYA members. RYA Members can also contact the RYA Cruising team at cruising@rya.org.uk for up-to-date advice. Always check for updates with the authorities of the country in question too.

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ho hasn’t sat on their boat, peering out of the window as the ‘liquid sunshine’ of another British summer pours down, and fantasised about moving their boat to sunnier climes? With the rise of cheap flights and flourishing new yachting areas like Croatia and Montenegro bolstering traditional options like the South of France, Spain and Italy, there’s never been a better time to swap the ubiquitous drizzle for some guaranteed warmth. But there’s more to moving your boat than just loading it onto a truck and meeting it at the other end. Any modifications you may need or want are far more easily managed while your boat is still in the UK. Here are some key points to consider before making that big step into the blue. GROUND TACKLE One of the real joys of Mediterranean boating is quiet lunches in secluded bays, swimming, snorkelling or just sunbathing. Unlike UK boating, where many owners simply head from marina to marina, you’re going to find yourself dropping the hook a lot more often.

On a smaller boat the addition of an electric anchor winch will seriously enhance the comfort and convenience of launching and retrieving your anchor. Cockpit winch control adds a further safety benefit. On larger boats increased anchor chain scope might be worth considering.

BIMINI The joy of Mediterranean boating is, of course, the almost guaranteed blazing sunshine. But it is possible to have too much of a good thing. An effective sun shade over the flybridge or cockpit is an essential device from a health as well as a comfort perspective.

SHORE SUPPORT Most Mediterranean marinas use the same voltage as those in the UK, but the connecting plug at the shore end is a different type so you will need to get the appropriate socket fitted to your lead. Don’t forget you’ll also need European sockets to run locally sourced appliances.

MOSQUITO NETS Fitted mosquito nets will help you avoid having to choose between being cooked alive or eaten alive on those hot, sultry, Mediterranean nights.

AIR CON UPGRADES On a really hot day, climate control is the ultimate luxury and well worth having. If your boat already has air con, it’s worth ensuring that it’s to Med spec. Compressor and air handler upgrades are a worthwhile investment. Even without air conditioning it might be worth fitting fans just to circulate the air and create a cooling breeze.

PASSERELLES Many Mediterranean harbours don’t have marinas with fingers berths; instead boats are backed up to a stone quay. And even if you are based in a marina, you still need to be able to get ashore when visiting other ports. An old plank is neither a safe nor elegant way to disembark your loved ones. A removable folding passerelle that will typically slot into a deck socket will offer you secure access from about £1,000, while a hydraulic passerelle will not only offer the ultimate in convenience – it can also lift a sizable RIB on and off your bathing platform as well.

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ensuring you have permanent WiFi connectivity aboard ship. It’ll also help you extend your break by remaining connected to the office. And satellite TV can save you from the atrocities of European broadcasting. A specialist will be able to advice on the correct system dependant on your berth location, boat size and usage.

THRUSTERS With no pontoon to ‘lean’ against, lateral control of the vessel is vital during delicate stern to manoeuvres that often require your boat to gently prise open a gap between moored boats. Bow and stern thrusters offer berthing options otherwise unavailable, while ‘yacht controllers’ (wireless remote joystick controls for the engines and thrusters) offer unprecedented levels of control from anywhere on deck – particularly useful for stern to berthing. HOLDING TANKS Countries like France and Spain have strict regulations regarding discharge of toilets. Holding tanks are essential equipment in these particular areas. SECURITY With your precious vessel so far away, a security system can provide huge peace of mind. Set to alert you via your mobile phone, intruder systems can utilise beam breaks or PIR sensors and modern alarm systems can even monitor bilges to alert you to water ingress or low voltage should the shore power fail.

GENERATORS For running air conditioning, barbecues or other 240 volt equipment away from shore power you’re going to need a generator. Many standard-fit generators are inadequate, so even if you have one fitted it is wise to check that the output will be sufficient for your needs and consider upgrading. ILLUMINATION Deck lights make boarding safer, illuminated boat names add a certain je ne sais quoi and underwater lights will bring the rich Mediterranean aquatic life to you, creating your own natural aquarium. CHARTS Correct paper charts are an obvious necessity but don’t forget that you will very likely need to upgrade the electronic chart for your plotter too. TOYS From inflatable water slides to Seabob submersible toys – with the correct armoury you might even coax those pasty teenagers from their iPads for 30 seconds or so…

LANDAU UK UK-based retrofit specialist Landau UK is at the forefront of aftermarket marine technology – making it your perfect partner when it comes to Medspeccing your boat. With brand names including Opacmare, KVH, Schenker, Bluefin, C-Quip, Intellian, Dometic, Lewmar, Lofrans, Gocycle, Furuno and many more, Landau is your first port of call for advice and quotations for any of your marine needs – a true ‘one stop shop’. For more information and to schedule a consultation on board your boat, call 01489 577588 or visit landauuk.com. Alternatively, come and see us at Southampton Boat Show stand E085, where we’ll be happy to chat through your requirements.

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GOCYCLE POP TO THE SHOPS IN STYLE ON THIS NIFTY FOLDABLE ELECTRIC BIKE

he team at Sunseeker Torquay have been testing an alternative commute to work recently, thanks to the Gocycle electric bike. The brainchild of Richard Thorpe – who was so passionate about creating the perfect e-bike that he left his dream job at McLaren Automotive to pursue the project – the Gocycle is a foldable, lightweight electronic bike. Whether you’re popping out to get the paper in Torquay or navigating the cobbled streets of your Mediterranean berth, it’s the perfect vehicle to have on board. With his experience in lightweight racing car components, Thorpe was adamant that the e-bike should be desirable, fun and a joy to live with. Sunseeker Torquay have been using theirs all summer, and they’re smitten! “Having had a passion for cycling for a number of years, I think the Gocycle really is amazing,” says Sunseeker Torquay Sales Director Tom Wills. “The lay of the land here in Devon certainly offers some challenging inclines for any cyclist, and I am pleased to say that the bike tackles these with ease! Whether gliding up a hill or cruising along the sea front, the Gocycle has impressed me on every ride so far.” To arrange a test ride call Sunseeker Torquay on 01803 293939.

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CREWFIT 165N SPORT LIFEJACKET From £60, crewsaver.co.uk

Utilising the latest technology, the 165N Sport is Crewsaver’s entry-level 3D design, which moulds to the shape of your body and sits off your neck giving you total freedom of movement. Features include inflatable chin support, YKK quick burst zip, exceptional bladder design providing superfast turning speeds, 3D shaping and comfortable cover, available in harness and non-harness versions, universal one size fits all. Plus it’s ISO 12402-3 (150N) approved but with superior buoyancy (165N) to float you higher in the water.

COMPACT POWER CHARGER £15, debenhams.com

Boasting a powerful 2,200mAh, this funky power bank is a portable charger and a desk stand for smartphones and tablets. After an initial charge of 1-5 hours, this tiny power bank can be used to boost your phone or tablet and, when plugged into the device, also functions as a neat desktop stand.

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PERFECTLY PRACTICAL BUYS FOR YOUR TIME ON BOARD… DRY HOLDALL 60 £55, vango.co.uk

Made from Excel® 420D ripstop nylon coated with TPU and featuring a high frequency welded construction in place of traditional stitching, the Dry Holdall will keep your belongings dry even if submerged in water. The reflective logo enables you to spot your bag instantly even in low light levels, and the grab handles and shoulder strap offer versatile carrying options.

REEDS NAUTICAL ALMANAC 2016 £45, reedsnauticalalmanac.co.uk

The indispensable annual compendium of navigational data for yachtsmen and motorboaters, Reeds Nautical Almanac provides all the information you need to navigate Atlantic coastal waters around the whole of the UK, Ireland, Channel Islands and the entire European coastline from the tip of Denmark right down to Gibraltar, Northern Morocco, and the Azores. The 2016 edition is packed with essential information for coastal cruises as well as passage making, and, with over 45,000 annual changes, it is regarded as the bible of almanacs for anyone going to sea. This year, for the first time, it’s available as an iPad app, and can also be bought for the Mac or PC.

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GILL MARINE CREW JACKET £100, gillmarine.com

The perfect all-rounder, Gill’s Crew jacket is made from a waterproof and breathable 1 Dot™ fabric, lined with superinsulating fleece. Its simple design belies the thinking that has gone into this ultra-technical jacket, which features everything you need to stay warm and dry on the water: drawcord hem and cuff adjustors, zippered hand pockets, internal chest pocket and zippered sleeve pocket, and internal ghost zip for easy branding. Available in blue, navy, graphite and silver.

CRANKMONKEY

£99, powertraveller.com Spin the Crankmonkey for just two minutes and you’ll have generated enough power to make an emergency call from a flat mobile phone or light a headlamp for two hours – useful if you’re stranded offshore without a spare battery. Featuring a 32:1 gearing system that allows you to generate power at a comfortable speed, the Crankmonkey is ergonomically designed for easy use and is made of aluminium.

HUBBAX4 DUO £1,295+VAT, buzzmarine.co.uk £1,295+V Designed to satisfy the demand for dual SIM facility on smaller boats, Buzz Marine’s newly engineered dual SIM HubbaX4 Duo mobile broadband system operates on 2G, 3G and 4G networks, enabling you to pass from one service provider area to another, or country to country, without needing to change your SIM card. The marine grade, miniantenna dome provides many times the connection strength of a standard mobile phone or modem, keeping you in touch up to 20 miles offshore.

GILL MARINE WOMEN’S TWO EYE BALTIMORE DECK SHOE £85, gillmarine.com

A classic women’s deckshoe that looks great on and off-board. Traditionally crafted, with a handsewn, full tubular, true moccasin construction using a premium marine-grade nubuck leather. Comfort and practicality double up in this unique shoe, which also features non-corrosive eyelets and a razor cut sole designed to prevent aquaplaning.

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ALL AT SEA MARINA CAUGHT UP WITH SOME OF THE LADIES PARTICIPATING IN THE CLIPPER ROUND THE WORLD YACHT RACE AS THEY PREPARED FOR THE BIGGEST CHALLENGE OF THEIR LIVES

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n endurance test like no other, the tenth series of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race departed St Katharine Dock, London, for Rio de Janeiro on 30 August. The challenge of sailing 40,000 nautical miles in 16 consecutive races would be monumental enough for professional sailors, but this is one race that’s open to anyone, regardless of their sailing ability or experience. Each team of novice sailors is overseen by a fully qualified skipper, and this year, for the first time, those include two women from Australia and Canada – Wendy Tuck and Diane Reid. Marina caught up with them, as well as some of the plucky women from the UK who have chosen to pit themselves against mother nature, before they set sail, to find out what challenges they faced in their quest to become round-the-world sailors, and what they hoped to achieve over the course of the race – above and beyond winning, of course. Issue 5 |

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THE CREW

ANNIE SIRAUT

LUCY O’CONNOR

AGE: 53 TEAM: GREAT BRITAIN NATIONALITY: BRITISH OCCUPATION: PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER LEGS: 7 & 8 MILES SAILED: 8,750 DAYS AT SEA: 56

AGE: 28 TEAM: TEAM HUW NATIONALITY: BRITISH OCCUPATION: DOCTOR LEGS: 1 & 3 MILES SAILED: 9,950 DAYS AT SEA: 56

WHAT’S YOUR BIGGEST FEAR?

WHAT QUALITIES DO YOU BRING TO THE TEAM?

WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR MOST MEMORABLE MOMENT AT SEA SO FAR?

Probably one shared by many – having to abandon my boat and spend time in a lift raft. My Sea Survival courses have well and truly convinced me that a life raft is no place to be for any length of time!

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AGE: 48 TEAM: CLIPPER TELEMED+ NATIONALITY: BRITISH OCCUPATION: PRISON INVESTIGATOR LEGS: 2 MILES SAILED: 3,400 DAYS AT SEA: 18

I bring years of sailing experience in a wide range of craft. I am a hard worker and I work well for the good of the team. I’m good at picking up when someone is having a hard day and doing my best to support them, and I’m not a bad cook either!

Sailing around the Isle of Wight for the first time on my level one course. The skipper had asked us to perform our first racing headsail change at sea. The crew eased themselves down to the guardrail; water was crashing over the railing and the wind was whipping the sail out of our frozen hands, but humour and teamwork prevailed, and when we staggered back from the bow it was with crazed grins on our faces!

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FAMILY RIVALRY Mother and daughter duo Linda and Sophie Crocker will be racing against each other on Qingdao and Ichor Coal during legs two (South Atlantic) and 7 (USA Coast-to-Coast). WHAT’S THE DYNAMIC LIKE BETWEEN THE TWO OF YOU, AND DOES IT CHANGE WHEN YOU’RE RACING?

Sophie: My mum and I have a very good relationship in everyday life – we are very similar but still get on really well. We have always been competitive, especially about who is taller (it’s me), and being part of the Clipper Race has just increased our competitiveness. It’s going to be such a great experience to share the adventure together, and to be able to explore the ports together after we finish. WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO YOU TO BE COMPETING AGAINST YOUR DAUGHTER?

Linda: Initially I was keen that we were on the same boat to share the adventure, but then decided I would like to be ‘me’ rather than ‘Sophie’s mum’ in the race. Sophie was always keen to be on different boats so in the end it has worked well.

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LINDA CROCKER

AGE: 18 TEAM: ICHOR COAL NATIONALITY: BRITISH OCCUPATION: STUDENT LEGS: 1, 2, 3, 7 & 8 MILES SAILED: 22,100 DAYS AT SEA: 130

AGE: 48 TEAM: QINGDAO NATIONALITY: BRITISH OCCUPATION: PHYSIOTHERAPIST LEGS: 2 & 7 MILES SAILED: 8,800 DAYS AT SEA: 50

HOW ARE YOU PREPARING FOR THE RACE?

HOW HAS YOUR TEAM GELLED DURING TRAINING AND PRACTICE?

Physically, I am trying to eat healthier foods and am fitting as much sailing in as possible before the start date to make sure I am as sailing-ready as I could possibly be. The mental preparation is much harder. My mental preparation is thinking of the challenge ahead, and reading up on other people’s experiences, which I hope will help me cope with being so far away from home in the company of people I may have never met before.

Being on board is like being part of a big family. We share a sense of humour and all want to work together, which helps! I am definitely the mother of the team, but I also like to take risks, so it’s a good dynamic.

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WENDY TUCK AGE: 50 TEAM: TEAM WENDY NATIONALITY: AUSTRALIAN

Australia has already produced two race-winning Clipper skippers; Wendy hopes to be the third (and the first woman). She has spent the last decade as an RYA sailing instructor and charter skipper as well as competing in eight Rolex Sydney-Hobart Races.

WHAT’S YOUR BIGGEST STRENGTH?

I think that I can relate to all people. AND YOUR BIGGEST WEAKNESS?

Chocolate!

DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN THREE WORDS…

Fair, funny, tough.

WHO INSPIRES YOU?

Kay Cottee and Ellen MacArthur WHAT’S YOUR BEST PIECE OF ADVICE TO YOUR CREW?

Hang on, hang on, hang on!

WHAT WOULD YOU BE IF YOU WEREN’T A SAILOR?

A pro surfer.

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DIANE REID AGE: 42 TEAM: CLIPPER TELEMED+ NATIONALITY: CANADIAN

Diane is the first Canadian woman to be appointed as skipper in the world’s longest ocean race and is hoping to emulate the success of her compatriot Eric Holden, winner of the Clipper 2013-14 Race. WHAT’S YOUR BIGGEST STRENGTH?

My ability to focus on the end goal and not be distracted. AND YOUR BIGGEST WEAKNESS?

My ability to focus on the goal and not be distracted by the IMPORTANT little things. DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN THREE WORDS…

Obsessed, enthusiastic, focused. WHO INSPIRES YOU?

Sam Davies, Alex Bennett, Sir Robin Knox Johnston, both my grandmothers. WHAT’S YOUR BEST PIECE OF ADVICE TO YOUR CREW?

Advice is a very nice notion but holds minimal value most of the time. Education will give you the tools to stay safe, go fast and have loads of fun along the way. WHAT WOULD YOU BE IF YOU WEREN’T A SAILOR?

Very sad and bored!

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BOAT BUILDING IS IN BILL DIXONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BLOOD, BUT HE FORGED HIS OWN PATH AS A DESIGNER AND HAS PRODUCED A SPECTACULAR RANGE OF AWARD-WINNING SAIL AND POWER BOATS FOR CLIENTS AROUND THE WORLD

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rowing up in the family boatyard, it was perhaps inevitable that Bill Dixon would be drawn to a nautical career. “My family had been building boats since the yard first opened in 1740,” Dixon explains. “I can remember my grandfather and my father designing the boats by carving hull shapes out of solid pieces of wood. Against family advice, however, I decided on a career as a designer rather than a builder.” Three years at Southampton Solent University on one of the world’s first courses in small boat design gave Dixon the academic grounding he needed to secure a summer holiday job with Angus Primrose, designer of the infamous Gypsy Moth IV. “Angus quickly had me designing a 30-foot homebuild OSTAR boat,” says Dixon. “I was worried about the responsibility but it must have been okay because six of them ended up being built. After I finished my course, Angus offered me a full-time job.” At 23, Dixon had made it to the position of Senior Designer when Primrose was sadly lost at sea in a sailing accident. “I had to make some decisions quickly; the most important being whether to continue the business,” he recalls. “I rebranded it Dixon Yacht Design and was very lucky that the existing clients decided to stay with me. One of them – Moody Yachts – is still one of our major clients.” Fast-forward 30 years and the business is still thriving; from production sailboats to exclusive commissions, including a fair few superyachts, Dixon’s client list reads like a Who’s Who of the yachting world and includes Taswell Yachts, Sealine, Pearl Motor Yachts, Azimut, and Johnson Motor Yachts. Dixon reflects on how the business has developed since his time at the helm. “A lot of our business today is for private customers who want yachts, both power and sail, custom-designed for them. We have been designing yachts up to 45m in length, with some proposals that are considerably larger currently with clients.” Tapping in to what was an emerging market in the Far East 30 years ago, Dixon built relationships with what are now many long-standing clients, and was the first recipient of the ‘Yacht Designer of the Year in Asia’ award in 2010. He also now counts a number of new clients from the emerging Chinese market among his satisfied customers. A passionate sailor himself, Dixon has, like many, progressed from dinghies to larger racing yachts and now primarily enjoys cruising with his family in their sailing yacht. “I am a sailing man, and all of the boats I have owned have been sail, but I get a tremendous amount of satisfaction out of designing good motor yachts too,” he says. Although he’s got a lifetime of boating under his belt, it’s good to know that even the most experienced of sailors – and one so immersed in the business – still has a wish list: “I enjoy sailing in the South West of England, but I rather think my ideal place to sail would be around the Western Isles of Scotland. I very much hope that time permitting in the future I will be able to go there.” And further abroad? “It has to be the ‘News’ – New England and New Zealand,” says Dixon. “I haven’t had the time to sail either but they are certainly on my wish list.” With business booming, it looks unlikely he’s going to be ticking them off the list anytime soon!

 Bill takes time out in his design headquarters at Swanwick Marina

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A RADICAL DEPARTURE FROM THE PREVIOUS MOODY MODELS, BILL DIXON’S DESIGN FOR THE 45DS WAS HEAVILY INFLUENCED BY HIS OWN SAILING EXPERIENCE. LAUNCHED IN 2008, IT’S STILL IN PRODUCTION TODAY AND IS SURPRISINGLY SPEEDY FOR ONE SO COMFORTABLE, AS DIXON EXPLAINS…

MOODY 45DS “I think the design of the 45DS reflects a modern cruising lifestyle, and in many ways it very closely encompasses what I would ideally like in a cruising yacht, for the type of boating I do with my family. Sailing isn’t just about thrashing to windward, it’s about comfort and the enjoyment you get living aboard and feeling closer to the environment. Interestingly, it appeals to a wide range of owners, and to many different markets around the world. One of the biggest markets for the DS series is Australia, where the deck saloon and the amount of shade from the sun is a big selling point. The 45DS was a significant design in my career – nothing had ever been designed like it before. Most of our designs tend to be evolutionary rather than revolutionary, but with this boat every aspect of the design evolved from scratch. The challenge of designing any yacht is looking at all the different aspects at once, because they impact on one another; even elements of the hull design are influenced by the helm position, for example. I really enjoy coming up with designs that break the mould, and I love this one – it’s practical, striking, and gives you a feeling of security. The large deck saloon makes a good-looking yacht, and for me the interaction between the saloon and the cockpit is a great feature. Visibility was something that we spent many hours optimising, which is where practical knowledge comes into play because I had to imagine how the boat would be used in different situations. What I find interesting is that people don’t realise the Moody DS designs are fast sailing boats… Two Moody 54DS competed in the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race this year, as you can imagine in comfort compared to most of the other yachts!”

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BILL DIXON’S STAND-OUT DESIGNS SEALINE 530

“The Hanse Group chose us to design the new models for Sealine, and we have completed three designs so far. In my opinion the Sealine 530 is, in many ways, groundbreaking in its design and functionality.”

YANNEKE TOO “Yanneke Too was the first Superyacht I designed, back in 1993. This was a very personal design for a knowledgeable owner, so for a young designer to get such a prestigious commission was extremely special.”

ANTARES III “TWO MOODY 54DS COMPETED IN THE SYDNEY TO HOBART YACHT RACE THIS YEAR… IN COMFORT COMPARED TO MOST OF THE OTHER YACHTS!”

“We were delighted to get a World Superyacht Award for Antares III. It was our third design for this client, who – believe it or not – was an owner who bucked the trend, downsizing in this design from 40 to 30 metres!”

JOHNSON 87

“A large part of our business today is motorboats and motoryachts. The Johnson 87 we designed back in 2002 was ground-breaking: a design with huge beam and striking styling with vertical glass. This design was a great success with nearly 50 boats built.”

HEUREKA

“Designing custom superyachts is always special, but it is made more so when a customer comes back time and time again. Heureka is our third design for this client, and it has been a pleasure to evolve the design with them.”

LIARA

“Performance is important in our designs, and one superyacht that epitomises this is Liara, a 100-foot carbon sailing yacht. Despite being a luxurious yacht, she has competed in races like the Fastnet and the Caribbean 600.”

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MARINA PEOPLE REVIEW

Sam Matson

AT 24, SAM MATSON IS ONE OF BRITAIN’S BEST SOLO OFFSHORE SAILORS, HAVING SUCCESSFULLY TURNED HIS HOBBY INTO A CAREER. HE TALKS TO MARINA ABOUT SPONSORSHIP, SOLITUDE, AND WHY LAST PLACE ISN’T ALWAYS A BAD THING…

t’s quite a leap from a cadet dingy in Exmouth to a Bénéteau Figaro II in the Solitaire du Figaro – Eric Bompard Cachemire, but Sam Matson has made success in sailing his life’s work and, at 24, he’s enjoying a brilliant career that takes him around the world. But everyone has to start somewhere, and for Sam that was Exmouth – sailing a cadet dingy under the watchful eye of his dad (and offshore sailing enthusiast), Neil. Sam still sails locally at his home club, Exe Sailing Club – “It’s my home port and has great sailing waters, and it’s where I decided I wanted to make my hobby my career,” he says. Sam juggled his hobby with full-time education, sailing doublehanded in the Figaro with the Artemis Offshore Academy (the only training centre for British solo sailing in the UK) from 2010 to 2013 while at University. “I have a first-class degree in Navigation and Maritime Science from Plymouth University… I chose the university because it offered me the opportunity to continue to sail whilst building my education,” he explains. After graduating, Sam embarked on the Academy’s full-time programme for 2013-2014, and made his debut in the 2014 Solitaire du Figaro at the age of 23. Crossing the start line on 8 June in Deauville, France, he put in a sterling first performance that saw him in a gripping bow-to-bow battle for the top Rookie position for the entire race. Finishing in Cherbourg, France, on 2 July 2014 after an intense month of racing, Sam was just 52 minutes behind winning Rookie Gweholé Gahinet and secured a superb 15th overall on the leaderboard – the best British result of 2014 and the push Sam needed to take his sailing to the next level and find a sponsor to support his aspirations. TEAM CHATHAM After his first year on the Figaro circuit fully funded by Artemis and his result in the Figaro, the time was right for Sam to source his own title sponsor for the campaign, with help from the Academy.

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He gave a talk about his first adventurous year racing the Figaro circuit at his local sailing club, trying to raise interest in his career and future. One of the delegates was so inspired by Sam’s story that he approached British footwear brand Chatham when he saw them at the Marine Equipment Trade Show (METs) in Amsterdam. It was the perfect match – a great British sailor paired with a great British brand, and both from the Exeter area: “It was such a great feeling to sign with Chatham, and I’m incredibly proud to be sailing under the Chatham flag,” says Sam. As part of the title sponsorship deal, Chatham provides Sam with the financial backing and support needed to compete on the challenging Classe Figaro Bénéteau racing circuit in 2015. And then there’s the shoes, obviously – Sam stepped into this year’s racing season in style, kitted out in Chatham’s latest technical sailing footwear, shore side and on deck.

In a world built on success and celebrity, it’s refreshing to meet someone whose feet are firmly on the ground – Sam recalls that the best bit about his racing career so far was being on the front cover of the local papers. And his favourite place abroad to sail? “Brittany. I know it’s not very exotic, but there’s a great rugged coastline and my favourite conditions – a bit wet, a bit windy and a nice challenge!” FEELING THE PRESSURE? Commenting on his career so far, Sam says how humbled he is that he has the opportunity to be competing on the world stage for solo offshore racing against some of the best solo racers in the world. “Competing against professionals who have been racing for nearly 20 years, the competition is intense and the sailing tough, but it is a race like no other, and I’m loving every minute,” he says. But what about the inevitable element of stress that comes with competing? “I’ve spent a long time working on the mental side of racing and strategies for coping during high-stress moments,” Sam says. “I focus on what I can control during a race and fall back on my skills and experience when things occur which I can’t plan for.” He also researches unknown areas of the course before a race, so he can be as prepared as possible. On board, Sam talks to himself: “I have a camera on my boat, so that I can vent any frustrations and it feels like someone is listening to me!” he explains. Sleeping also works – napping for even 10 minutes is a helpful “reset button”. Just back from his second gruelling Solitaire du Figaro race, where he finished 13th, Sam reflects on his progress and plans for the future. “I have a lot of determination and I try to visualise my end goal – which is the Vendée Globe – a 24,000 mile non-stop around the world race, nicknamed the ‘Everest of Sailing’. That’s the dream!” sam-matson.com | chatham.co.uk

“IN MY FIRST SOLO RACE I GOT STUCK IN A FISH FARM AND TOOK HALF AN HOUR TO WORK MY WAY OUT – MAKING ME LAST IN THE RACE!”

HIGHS AND LOWS His career this far might be relatively short, but Sam has experienced his fair share of drama. The key to his success? Learning from failure and refusing to quit. “Some of the best and worst moments of my career actually happened at the same time,” he explains. “In my first solo race last year [the Solo Maître Coq – a 200-mile course around three French fishing islands] I fell asleep rounding the first island, with my pilot still tracing the coast, which cost me many miles out of the race. “Next I had a close encounter with a fishing boat then, rounding the third island, I got stuck in a fish farm and took half an hour to work my way out – making me last in the race!” Amazingly, there were just as many supporters cheering Sam home as there were for the winner, despite being the last boat. More importantly, while sailing home in last place was a pretty bad feeling, it made him work even harder to ensure he was never last again.

SPECIFICATIONS: Bénéteau Figaro II The Bénéteau Figaro II is a pure racer built to withstand the fiercest conditions. These boats are raced by all the competitors in the gruelling Solitaire du Figaro – Eric Bompard Cachemire. Designed by Marc Lombard, the Figaro II one-design was launched in 2003 and is built by the Bénéteau yard in Vendée. Having been tried and tested on Atlantic crossings, this powerful monohull adopts a twin rudder system for more stability downwind. It has been known to reach speeds in excess of 22 knots under spinnaker.

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HULL LENGTH: 10.11m (33ft)

DISPLACEMENT: 3,050kg

HULL BEAM: 3.43m (11ft)

DESIGNER: Marc Lombard

DRAFT: 2.1m (6.9ft)

BUILDER: Bénéteau

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BMW REVIEW

MAKING THE MOST OF THE FLEETING BRITISH SUMMER, MARINA ENJOYS SOME WIND-IN-YOUR-HAIR STYLE WITH BMW’S NEW-LOOK 6-SERIES CONVERTIBLE Aggressively beautiful and understatedly elegant – from Monaco’s famous casino to your local marina, the newly facelifted 6-Series Convertible fits effortlessly into any surroundings

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With many manufacturers choosing the folding hardtop route, it’s nice to see BMW sticking with a traditional fabric roof. The thick hood isolates the interior from most of the outside noise and feels very solid. When up, the lines echo the rest of the 6-Series range

the ability to close the roof is a welcome feature, shutting away the scorching mid-day sun and affording much-needed security when leaving the boat unattended. In the car world, particularly in the UK, it’s easy to question the need for folding roofs – most of the time it’s either too cold or simply too wet to consider putting the hood down. And yet our love affair with convertibles in this country remains as strong as ever, with the UK continually the second-largest convertible market in Europe. Gone are the days of floppy bodies, poor handling and leaky roofs that plagued older model convertibles, with the current crop of drop-tops offering year-round usability. Most manufacturers’ ranges feature a wide range of folding roof options, from purpose-built twoseater roadsters through saloon-derived models to the higher-end performance sports cars and grand tourers. In the luxury four-seat folding roof market the German heavyhitters dominate, with the A5 Cabriolet from Audi, the excellent E-Class Cabriolet from Mercedes and BMW’s iconic 6-Series Convertible all vying for the top spot. None of these models claim to be a true sports car, although the 6-Series is probably the closest. With precise steering, rear-wheeldrive and a choice of three immensely powerful engine options, the 6-Series Convertible is more grand tourer, and judged in that category it’s truly superb.

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A CLOSER LOOK Facelifted for this third generation, the new 6-Series has received subtle enhancements to the overall styling and interior giving the car an elegant yet imposing look in keeping with BMW’s current design ethos. The interior feels as driver-centric as you would expect in a sporty GT car, with the centre console angled slightly towards the driver and an unmistakably luxurious feel from the high-quality plastics, metals and leather used throughout. The leather dashboard – an option on previous 6-Series models – is an immediate clue to the enhanced level of quality and luxury in the new range. BMW has included its high-end ConnectedDrive as standard throughout the 6-Series range. ConnectedDrive features sat-nav and a full infotainment system with an embedded SIM card that allows drivers to access a full-range concierge service with real-time traffic information and an intelligent emergency call facility. It can even reserve hotel rooms and find flight information, ATM machines and out-of-hours pharmacies, all accessed via BMW’s excellent and increasingly easy-to-use iDrive control with shortcut buttons and a huge colour screen that dominates the dashboard. ConnectedDrive is also connected to the latest version of the BMW head-up display which projects not just speed, but also speed limits and navigation information directly yet unobtrusively in the driver’s field of vision. Often a gimmick in other cars, the HUD in the 6-Series is so good you’ll rarely find yourself looking at the regular clocks on the dash. LIVING WITH A 6-SERIES Given running costs, many buyers are likely to choose the 640d diesel over the petrol options – still capable of hitting 60mph in just five and a half seconds while returning a combined figure of 52mpg makes for a fairly compelling argument in its favour, and with 630nm of torque from its 313bhp 3-litre turbo diesel engine, in-gear acceleration is nothing short of breathtakingly quick. Petrol options include the slightly cheaper 320bhp 3-litre turbo six-cylinder 640i, the bi-turbo 4.4litre V8 650i with 449bhp, and the range-topping and phenomenally quick 560bhp V8-engined M6. The petrol versions also benefit from a tuned exhaust with a switchable

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 Power in abundance – with over 300bhp and a brutal 630nm of torque, you can be assured the performance of the diesel option in our review 640d will more than hold its own against the petrol options

 The interior of the 6-Series is wanting for nothing and built to the very highest standards with the best of materials – it’s so nice you’ll want to show it off to the rest of the world

valve to reduce back pressure and add a sportier edge to the sound coming from the tailpipes. The diesel 640d lacks this option, although it sounds meaty enough when pressing on, and helps to maintain a sense of civility in more refined environments. All engines in the range benefit from BMW’s EfficientDynamics technologies to save fuel and reduce emissions, and drive through an excellent eight-speed automatic transmission that combines long ratios for efficient motorway cruising with fast-shifting capabilities to complement the torquey character of the engines. Seemingly always in the right gear, the ZF gearbox additionally offers manual override via steering wheel-mounted paddles, useful for preparing the car for fast overtakes or to avoid undue kickdown on tight and twisty roads. Our test car included the Variable Damper Control option, which controls the car’s reaction to the road surface, from soft through hard. Comfort mode is perfectly suited to everyday driving; Sport mode transforms the car from long-distance cruiser into a sharper, more controlled GT, which belies its considerable size and weight with precise steering and agility. Sport+ mode proved a little too firm for the country roads around our Somerset offices, although would be perfectly at home on smoother continental roads. There is an impressive degree of grip available, which allows you to exploit the car’s excellent chassis through corners – although press on with sports car-like enthusiasm and you’ll find the 6-Series

Convertible loses its composure in a fight to control the weight. With the hood up it’s easy to forget you’re in a soft-top – the thick hood does an excellent job of isolating the road and wind noise. There remains the tiniest hint of flex when driving enthusiastically or over the roughest of roads, but for the most part you’ll not notice it. As you might imagine, removing the roof yet retaining the rigidity of the structure has come at a slight cost – in this case the penalty is an increase of 120kg over the coupé, although you’d be hard-pressed to notice the extra weight with the abundance of power on offer. One area where the folding roof does make its presence felt is on boot space. The regular 6-Series provides an ample 460litres of storage, but the convertible has to make do with just 300litres, enough to pack for a long weekend or even a cross-continental tour – as long as you’re happy to travel light. MARINA’S OPINION If you’re in the market for a large convertible there aren’t a huge number of choices, but the 6-Series really should be top of the list. Great though the Mercedes E-class is, it loses out against the better dynamics of the BMW, and the A5 feels like a lower-class car. For that combination of style, presence, luxury and performance there’s little else available to measure up in this price bracket – the 640d really is a magnificent car.

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BMW 6-Series 640d Convertible ENGINE SIZE: 3-litre diesel, twin turbo POWER: 313bhp TORQUE: 630nm 0-62MPH: 5.5 seconds TOP SPEED: 155mph (limited) FUEL ECONOMY: 50.4mpg (combined) CO2: 153g/km LENGTH: 4,894mm WHEELBASE: 2,855mm WIDTH: 1,894mm HEIGHT: 1,365mm BOOT CAPACITY: 300 litres PRICE: as tested £81,960

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hether you’re in the market for a new yacht or want to catch up on the latest developments in boating tech, at the Southampton Boat Show you’ll find everything under one roof. There will be plenty of opportunities to get out on the water and experience the latest RIBs, powerboats and yachts, whether you’re an advanced sailor or a bold beginner. And age is no barrier to enjoying the Show – the Get Afloat programme will give 8-16 year olds a chance to discover the excitement of dinghy sailing and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) too. There’s a reason why Southampton is one of the world’s top 10 boat shows – it’s impeccably organised, features revolutionary products from new brands as well as all the biggest and best names in boating, and manages to combine this with enough entertainment to make it a fun day out for all the family. The Red Arrows will be swooping over Southampton on Saturday 12 September, and for those of you looking to refresh your skills, the Royal Yachting Association’s Active Marina Experience will once again be offering you the opportunity to polish your skills and get top tips from expert instructors through their on-water and shore-based workshops. southamptonboatshow.com

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urope’s leading marina operator, MDL Marinas, operates three marinas on the River Hamble – Hamble Point Marina, Mercury Yacht Harbour and Port Hamble Marina. Offering easy access to the world-famous waters of the Solent, all three marinas enjoy idyllic surroundings and are situated at the heart of the South Coast’s sailing scene. Berth holders and visitors can explore a number of picturesque boating destinations within easy distance of the Hamble. To the south is the Isle of Wight, with Cowes only a few miles away, and Portsmouth and the sheltered waters of Chichester Harbour lie to the east. More adventurous sailors can enjoy cruises to the West Country and some spectacular sailing along the Cornish Coast. With MDL’s Freedom Berthing package, berth holders can enjoy complimentary stays at any of MDL’s marinas in the UK, Spain and Italy. There are also over 70 marinas to choose from in France through the Passeport Escales scheme, all the way from Normandy to Dordogne. Collectively, MDL’s UK berth holders have over 90 European marinas within their cruising network. All three Hamble marinas offer plentiful facilities for berth holders and visitors, including first-class berths, toilets, showers, laundry facilities, electricity and WiFi. There are also extensive shore-side facilities including well-stocked chandleries and bars and restaurants for socialising while overlooking the beautiful River Hamble. Commenting on his experience as a berth holder at Mercury Yacht Harbour, Dr Jeff Llewellyn says: “All three of MDL’s Hamble marinas make the ideal starting point for cruising in the UK and abroad thanks to their easy access to the Solent. We find there’s a real buzz around MDL’s marinas and everyone is very friendly. Marina staff are always on hand to help us and we can rest assured that our boat is safe and secure with MDL, which is very important to any boat owner.”

THE SOUTH COAST’S HUB OF KEELBOAT RACING For the competitive sailor, the Solent offers some of the widest choice of racing in the UK, with fixtures throughout the summer and winter months. MDL’s Hamble Point Marina enjoys a lively racing scene and a growing community of competitive keelboat racers. The marina has become a real hub for J- and SB20-Classes, whose members regularly compete in the Solent. The fleets are expanding all the time, as sailors are drawn to the marina’s ideal location at the mouth of the River Hamble as wells as its vibrant social scene. 60 |

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FACILITIES AND SERVICES AT HAMBLE MARINAS

n Fuel (petrol and diesel) available at Port Hamble Marina n Dry stack storage facilities available at Hamble Point Marina n Fully serviced boatyards at Hamble Point Marina and Mercury Yacht Harbour n Boat lifting and storage ashore n Boat repairs n Electronic services n Chandleries

Hamble Point Marina offers cost-effective boat storage with real peace of mind thanks to the marina’s dry sailing facility, with onshore storage for over 650 boats. Boats may be launched at the weekend and put back in dry storage during the week. This storage option is ideal for racers because it minimises water absorption and fouling, keeping down boat weight. Launching couldn’t be easier – sailors can choose between launching their boats themselves using the marina’s slipway, or requesting the help of MDL’s friendly marina staff, who are able to place the boat in the water using the onsite crane. J-Class members also have access to a specially designed pontoon, enabling them to winch their yachts out of the water with ease. The Classes create a real buzz at the marina at the weekends, when members enjoy social events together before and after each race at the Ketch Rigger Bar and Restaurant. The Classes are home to world champion sailors, including Jerry Hill, who runs the local SB20 dealership, Sportsboat World, together with fellow long-term sailor Alan Hillman. Hamble Point Marina also has its own onsite J-Boats dealer, Key Yachting, which offers customers the opportunity to browse its range of new or second hand yachts and advice about the right boat for them.

n Bars and restaurants n Laundry facilities n Yacht brokerage n New boat sales n MDL WiFi WHY CHOOSE MDL?

FIND OUT MORE Hamble Point Marina Southampton SO31 4NB 023 8045 2464 hamblepointmarina.co.uk Mercury Yacht Harbour Southampton SO31 4HQ 023 8045 5994 mercuryyachtharbour.co.uk Port Hamble Marina Southampton SO31 4QD 023 8045 2741 porthamblemarina.co.uk

As Europe’s leading marina operator, MDL Marinas is proud to offer the most comprehensive berthing package in the marketplace. The Freedom Berthing package gives owners far more than a superb berth and marina facilities, it’s a passport to extra rewards, benefits and savings, such as complimentary stays at over 90 other marinas both in the UK and Europe, discounts on boatyard services and fuel at cost. n Complimentary stays at over 90 marinas n Save with fuel at cost n Introduce your friends and earn rewards n Unlimited FREE WiFi n Discounted boatyard services n Social MDL n Berth swap and experience other MDL Marinas n My MDL – online, anytime n Flexible contracts n Freedom to change marinas n Complimentary boat movements n Freedom to transfer your berth to a new boat owner Visit mdlmarinas.co.uk to find out more.

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SOUTHAMPTON IS HOME TO ONE OF THE WORLD’S BEST NATURAL HARBOURS. A VIBRANT AND BEAUTIFUL CITY, IT’S A SUPERB BLEND OF HISTORICAL INTEREST AND CONTEMPORARY CULTURE Words: Sarah Moolla

Places to stay

1 GRAND HARBOUR HOTEL

If you are going to stay on dry land, make this fourstar hotel your first port of call. Situated right on the waterfront, it has 173 ensuite bedrooms and suites, two celebrated restaurants, and a luxury spa.

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Grand Harbour Hotel, West Quay Road, Southampton SO15 1AG. Call 023 8063 3033 or visit grandharbourhotel.co.uk

T LODGE 2 THE NEW FOREST

For a breath of country air, head for the New Forest. Famous for its free roaming ponies, cattle, donkeys and just six miles from the centre of Southampton, the New Forest Lodge offers easy access to Hamptworth Golf course.

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The New Forest Lodge Hotel Southampton Road, Landford, Salisbury, Wiltshire SP5 2ED. Call 01794 390999 or visit newforestlodge.co.uk

THE CROMWELL ARMS

A bloody English Civil War battle on a nearby bridge on the River Test is the inspiration for this charming 10-room country pub in the picturesque market town of Romsey.

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The Cromwell Arms, 23 Mainstone, Romsey, Hampshire S051 8HG. Call 01794 519515 or visit thecromwellarms.com

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4 BANANA WHARF

5 GRAND CAFE

Southampton docks has been synonymous with the banana trade since the 1880s, hence the name of this stylish alfresco waterfront bar restaurant. Combining oriental and tropical dishes with great seafood and classic favourites, this is the perfect spot to enjoy breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and late-night supper with a beautiful marina view.

This gorgeous venue, set in a Grade II listed building, dates back to 1865 and was once Southampton’s grandest hotel, used by first-class passengers of the Titanic. Now a bar, bistro and restaurant, with even a little bit of cabaret and the occasional happy hour thrown in, it’s got something to keep everyone happy.

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Grand Café, South Western House, Southampton SO14 3AS. Call 023 8033 9303 or visit grand-cafe.co.uk

Banana Wharf, Ocean Village, Southampton SO14 3JF. Call 023 8045 6622 or visit bananawharf.co.uk

7 SHRIMP & BURGER

6 ENNIO’S

This 100-seater restaurant, which occupies the ground floor of a converted Victorian warehouse, is located in one of the most prestigious parts of Southampton, facing directly onto the old waterfront. It has been voted into the top 10 best Italian restaurants in the country, so you know this is going to be pretty bellissimo.

This may be fast food, but not as you know it. Finalists in the National Burger Awards, the chefs at Shrimp & Burger take the basics of classic easy eats, and with a little twist and a lot of taste, turn them into imaginative and mouthwatering dishes like the incredible Shrimp Mac ‘n’ Cheese and the soul food-inspired Louisiana burger.

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Shrimp & Burger, 29 Bedford Place, Southampton SO15 2DG. Call 023 8033 8898 or visit shrimpandburger.co.uk

Ennio’s, Town Quay Road, Southampton SO14 2AR. Call 023 8022 1159 or visit ennios.co.uk

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Explore Hampshire’s sea-faring history through a huge range of fascinating artefacts. With more than 500 Southampton households losing a family member to the Titanic disaster back in 1912, it’s a tragedy close to the city’s heart, and the museum marks this with a dedicated and extensive Titanic exhibition.

The striking Tudor house in St Michael’s Square was built in the late 15th century for a wealthy merchant family. It displays exhibits dating back over 900 years including Georgian and Victorian jewellery, and archaeological finds from the medieval and Tudor periods. An adjacent Norman house dates back a further 300 years.

Pack a picnic and head for the greenery and wildlife of Southampton Common. Once you’ve polished off the sarnies, take time to enjoy the 326 acres of woodland, parkland, rough grassland, ponds, wetlands, nature trails, a paddling pool, a children’s play area, a model yachting pond, a cemetery, a fishing lake and Cowherds Inn!

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SeaCity Museum, Havelock Rd, Southampton SO14 7FY. Call 023 8083 4536 or visit seacitymuseum.co.uk

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Tudor House & Garden, Bugle Street, Southampton, SO14 2AD. Call 023 8083 4242 or visit tudorhouseandgarden.com

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Southampton Common, The Avenue, Southampton SO15 7NN. Call 023 8067 1921 or visit southampton.gov.uk

13 OLD TOWN / BARGATE

The Solent region is also renowned for its experimental and development aviation work. The most famous result of this is the Spitfire, of which 20,334 were produced locally. Showpieces include the Supermarine racing seaplane, the predecessor of the Spitfire that won the Schneider Trophy in the early 1930s.

If you fancy a little culture, this free-to enter-art gallery offers the lot. With exhibits spanning eight centuries and ranging from painting, sculpture, drawing and photography to film, the gallery is home to a broad and inspiring programme. At its core is an internationally renowned collection of 20th-century and contemporary British art.

While much of the city suffered during WWII bombing, Southampton has preserved a number of old buildings, including Bargate which was originally built as the main gateway to the medieval city 800 years ago. This still unofficially marks the entrance to the Old Town with its 90 listed buildings and 30 ancient monuments.

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Solent Sky Museum, Albert Rd S, Southampton SO14 3FR. Call 023 8063 5830 or visit solentskymuseum.org

Bargate, Southampton, Hampshire SO14 1HF. Call 07974 292414 or visit southamptontouristguides.com

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Head towards the Western Esplanade, also the site of Wind Whistle Tower, for the best views of Southampton’s 14th-century medieval walls. Follow the walls south, and find The Pilgrim Fathers’ Memorial, also known as The Mayflower Memorial, a tribute to those Christian Separatists who set sail in 1620 for a new life in America.

With over 100 stores spread over three levels, this is a serious shopper’s paradise. Alongside trusted brands such as John Lewis, Marks and Spencer and H&M, sits the vibrant shops of Apple, Hollister and AllSaints. When you stop for a bite to eat, go fast with a Subway or chill out at Wagamama.

Jane Austen lived in Southampton for just two years (1807-1809), but there are traces of her all over the city, including a Jane Austen function room at the Mercure Southampton Centre Dolphin Hotel, where she attended parties. In the nearby village of Chawton, the cottage where she lived and wrote for eight years is open to visitors.

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Southampton City Walls, Various locations around Southampton. Call 07974 292414 or visit southamptontouristguides.com

15 OCEAN VILLAGE MARINAS

Bursting with shops, restaurants, cinemas and bars, this is more than just a marina. The basin is deep enough to offer mooring facilities for tall ships and large yachts, and is famous for hosting the start and finish of around the world yacht races. It’s also a great place to get a close-up view of the moored-up cruise ships.

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Ocean Village Marinas, Southampton, SO14 3TG. For more information visit oceanvillagesouthampton.com

Jane Austen’s House Museum, Chawton, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 1SD. Call 01420 83262 or visit jane-austens-housemuseum.org.uk

WestQuay Shopping Centre, Southampton, SO15 1QF. Call 023 8023 6789 or visit west-quay.co.uk

17 THE TITANIC TRAIL

19 O2 GUILDHALL SOUTHAMPTON

One of the best ways to see the city is to put your best foot forward. On the Titanic Trail you’ll find the Engineers’ Memorial dedicated to the ship’s 35 engineers, who all perished by drowning, as well the Musicians’ Memorial honouring the band who famously played on while the ship went down. Alternatively, follow the QE2 Mile, which runs through the heart of the city.

From afternoon tea dances to legendary rock names, this 1,749-seater venue in the Cultural Quarter of the city is the largest multipurpose entertainment venue in the South. The Grade II listed building started life as a civic town hall in 1937 and survived WWII without a single scratch.

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02 Guildhall Southampton, West Marlands Road, Southampton, Hampshire SO14 7LP. Call 023 8063 2601 or visit o2guildhallsouthampton.co.uk

For information on guided walking tours, call 07974 292414 or visit southamptontouristguides.com

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ith a long and distinguished history (it was established in 1837), the Royal Southern Yacht Club brilliantly combines a respect for tradition with an enthusiasm for modernity. Today’s Royal Southern is a vibrant mixture of every aspect of boating, from ocean-going yacht racing to dinghy racing on its doorstep, and from cruising to keelboat racing at the highest level, and RIBs to motor cruisers. In the past 70 years, membership has risen from just 164 to more than 1,600 adult and 200 youth members. In 2010 the Club established its own Academy, building on the success of the Splash Club and Junior Cadets, and many of its young sailors, including Annabel Vose – Women’s 420 World Champion, Mark Lees, a World Top 20 Match Racer and Alan Roberts, serial dinghy champion and the first Briton in this year’s Figaro single handed race – are making their mark on the world stage. The club enjoys a sizable and spectacular bespoke clubhouse on the river frontage overlooking Hamble river, and the majority of its on-water activity takes place in the Solent, stretching across to the Isle of Wight – the traditional heart of British yachting. This year saw the commissioning by HRH The Duke of Edinburgh of the Club’s Prince Philip Yacht Haven, which not only provides mud-free and disabled access to the water, but also protects the waterfront land. The club boasts a busy calendar of events, including acting as the Hamble Hub for the J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round The Island Race. From golf to bridge, Mexican evenings to nights at the opera, every week is a social whirl!

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he Andrew Simpson Sailing Foundation (ASSF) was established after the tragic death of Olympic gold medallist sailor Andrew ‘Bart’ Simpson in 2013, aged 36. The Foundation honours the life and legacy of a sailor who was passionate about encouraging and helping others fulfil their potential, and was set up by Andrew’s wife Leah and his close friends Sir Ben Ainslie and Iain Percy OBE. Its simple objective is to ‘inspire the next generation’, by using sailing to transform the lives of young people both in the UK and around the globe. ASSF Chairman of Trustees Richard Butcher explains, “Bart was one of those sailors who was renowned for spending a great deal of his time helping young people develop their sailing skills. The Foundation very much wishes to continue this process and, through sailing, to encourage youngsters in marine related careers, or to even become successful sailors themselves.” Last year, the very first Bart’s Bash saw over 30,000 people take to the water in over 50 countries around the world, and raised £366,391.95 for the ASSF – money that has helped the Foundation to facilitate a range of global sailing projects. In January 2015 the

event was officially recognised as The Largest Sailing Race in the World, verified by Guinness World Records. Bart’s Bash is open to all sailing clubs, yacht clubs, scout groups, sea cadets and any venue globally that can hold a race. Events are organised individually by the host venue, and many of the clubs involved use one of their normal Sunday morning races as their Bart’s Bash. There’s no fee to take part, but if each sailor were able to give £5 the team would be well on their way to smashing last year’s fundraising figures. A list of participating venues – from Aldenham Sailing Club to Zeekoe Vlei Yacht Club at the time of going to press – can be found at bartsbash.com/venues. Through the new Bart Number handicap system the Bart’s Bash team will collect information on entries, results, boats, course distances and conditions. They will use that information to provide an overall result using ‘corrected speed’ in a pioneering results system… Please note that ultimately this is meant to be fun and is in no way a precise science! Donations to the Andrew Simpson Sailing Foundation can be made through justgiving.com/bartsbash wherever you are in the world.

FIND OUT MORE To learn more about Bart’s Bash, or to register to take part, hold an event or be a supporter please visit bartsbash.com

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THE COMPANY NAME MIGHT BE NEW AND THE WEBSITE REVAMPED, BUT TBSBOATS’ UNBEATABLE REPUTATION FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE AND UNRIVALLED SELECTION OF BOATS REMAINS UNCHANGED

ray Marine Sales and Penton Hook Marine Sales have been trading online under the domain thamesboatsales for 10 years, but it has changed to tbs.boats to coincide with the opening of their new office at Mercury Yacht Harbour on 1 September 2015. The companies’ image may have been refreshed but, as far as other changes go, you can rest assured that standards are still as high as ever. “I’m incredibly proud of the reputation we have built up over the years for our exemplary customer service,” explains owner Dominic Smulders. “Bray Marine and Penton Hook have won the award for Outstanding Customer Service at the Motorboat of the Year Awards three times now, which means a lot to us because it is voted for by the magazine’s readers.” Dominic and the team at tbsboats want all their customers to be as passionate about boating as they are, a motivation that’s at the heart of their top-notch customer service. They understand that an enthusiasm for boating is built upon knowledge and confidence on the water – something that they’re eager to pass on to new owners. Buy a boat from tbsboats and you won’t simply be handed the keys and sent merrily on your way. Instead a full technical handover ensures you know your new boat inside and out, and that you’re able to handle it competently. “Over the last five years, 60% of our customers have been first-time boat buyers,” Dominic explains. “Inland waterways like the Thames are a good place to start out in boating because they’re very safe and you don’t need qualifications. If you use your boat regularly it isn’t an expensive pastime; given the confidence you’ll want to spend more time on the water and you’ll get so much more out of it. We also have a high proportion of repeat customers, some of whom have bought a number of boats previously.” NEW MODELS As well as brokerage stock, tbsboats represents a number of manufacturers including Aquanaut, Four Winns, English Harbour, Sheerline and Sealine, and is the largest worldwide dealer in the Sealine network. A range of demonstrators are available at each site. “A boat is usually the second biggest capital purchase after your house, so people need to have confidence in the people they’re buying from. All our staff are passionate boaters – you have to have passion and knowledge to do this job well,” says Dominic. Most of the staff at tbsboats have been with

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the company for many years and work hard to ensure that every customer, no matter what their budget, leaves the boatyard with a boat that will enhance their lifestyle. Dominic is the Vice Chair of the Boat Retailers Association and a member of British Marine, and both Dominic at Bray and Chris at Penton Hook serve on various industry committees. You can be certain that the advice you receive and the training you’re given is borne out of many years’ hands-on experience and a genuine passion for boating in all its forms BROKERAGE STOCK For those customers looking to upgrade, tbsboats stands out from the crowd because it offers partexchange against brokerage as well as new boats. Part-exchanging speeds up the sale and purchase procedure, freeing up your capital and ensuring that buyers and sellers don’t get trapped in lengthy and time-consuming chains. Spotted something you like? With a part-exchange you could be sailing away a lot sooner! The relationships that the staff at tbsboats forge with their customers are long-running, and of their current brokerage stock, some 40-50% has either

been sold previously by tbsboats or is from owners that the company knows well. “Between Bray and Penton Hook we have 160 berths, so all our boats are easily viewed,” says Dominic. “We personally inspect every boat that comes in for sale and so we know that the description and value are accurate. The amount of repeat business we do means that we know a lot of the boats’ histories.” MOVING SOUTH Tbsboats’ new office at Mercury Yacht Harbour opens for business on 1 September with a grand opening weekend on 3-4 October, when all the tbsboats from the Southampton Boat Show will be available for demonstration. “We’re really excited to be opening an office at MDL’s Mercury Yacht Harbour,” says Dominic. “More and more of our customers are based on the South Coast, and we’ve noticed that those who came to us years ago as novice boaters have moved on from small river cruisers to ocean-going motor yachts. We’re pleased to be able to support all our customers on their journey, and to reach out to a new market.”

FIND OUT MORE Pop into one of tbsboats’ three locations, or arrange an appointment by phone or email. Alternatively you can browse a range of new and brokerage boats on the new, fully responsive website tbs.boats tbsboats is open seven days a week across all three offices. Summer 09.00-17.30 (weekends 10.00-16.30) Winter 09.00-17.00 (weekends 10.00-16.00) BRAY MARINA Monkey Island Lane, Bray, Berkshire SL6 2EB 01628 773177 sales@braymarinesales.co.uk PENTON HOOK MARINA Staines Road, Chertsey Surrey KT16 8PQ 01932 570055 sales@pentonhooksales.co.uk MERCURY YACHT HARBOUR Satchell Lane, Hamble-le-Rice Southampton SO31 4HQ 01932 570055 (temporary) sales@pentonhooksales.co.uk tbs.boats

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THERE’S LOT GOING ON NORTH OF THE BORDER THIS AUTUMN… Until 22 November

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END OF AN ERA – THE DISAPPEARANCE OF SCOTLAND’S LIGHT KEEPERS lighthousemuseum.org.uk

End of an Era at the Museum of Scottish Lighthouses (Kinnaird Head Castle Terrace, Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire AB43 9DU) retraces the developments that led to the automation of Scotland’s lighthouses by looking at the role, and eventually the disappearance, of the lighthouse keeper. The exhibition features stunning photographs of both the keepers and their houses.

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SCOTCH WHISKY TRAINING SCHOOL

This innovative festival, which has been running since 2012 and takes place across various venues in Stirling, celebrates the range and quality of both Scottish and international crime writing and is a must for literature lovers. Events include sessions on cuttingedge forensic technology, morality, and opportunities for emerging writers. The festival also presents the Scottish Crime Book of the Year Award and the inaugural Glengoyne Short Story Award.

Held monthly, The Scotch Whisky Training School is a full day course covering malt whisky production, blending, history and whisky appreciation. New this year are ‘Blend Your Own’ days, during which you can create your own blended whisky, taking home a 10cl bottle of your own creation. The day ends with a 40-minute examination and successful candidates will gain a Certificate of Expertise in the Sales and Service of Scotch Whisky.

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TARBERT MUSIC FESTIVAL

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Tarbert Music Festival (Tarbert Harbour, Argyll PA29 6TR, 01880 820344) remains the most popular festival on Tarbert’s calendar, attracting tourists from all over and bringing over 120 visiting boats to the harbour last year. The atmosphere is relaxed but charged as a number of eclectic bands provide a full programme of music in the pubs and restaurants and around the harbour.

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scottishsailinginstitute.com Enjoy a weekend of fiercely fought races at Largs Sailing Club as these high-performance boats compete to be crowned Scottish champions. The Scottish Sailing Institute – Scotland’s sailing centre of excellence – is a major championship venue with enviable facilities and excellent sailing waters, so the action is guaranteed to be nail-biting!

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WORLD STONE SKIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS stoneskimming.com

Once famous for its slate quarrying and known as the island that roofed the world, Easdale (Oban, Argyll PA34 4TB) has an abundance of perfect skimming stones and its now-flooded quarries provide the perfect arena for this international battle of the best. Anyone can enter the championships, so come along and try your hand at the ancient art of stone skimming.

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ROARING STAGS scotland.forestry.gov.uk

It’s rutting time in the Scottish hills, and the magnificent stags advertise their availability to the female red deer by bellowing their hearts out. Apparently the ladies can tell a lot about the quality of a potential mate by the way he sounds… And if a rival male answers, it’s often the precursor to a dramatic clash of antlers. Experience the sexual competition from the safety of a hide at Galloway’s Red Deer Range (Queen’s Way, Newton Stewart, Wigtownshire DG8 7BL).

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MARINA MARINA VISITS A SPECTACULAR RESORT MARINA ON THE SHORES OF LOCH LOMOND AND REVELS IN THE SCOTTISH HOSPITALITY

estled in a sheltered bay at the southern end of the beautiful Loch Lomond in the shadows of Ben Lomond – gateway to the Scottish Highlands – the marina at Cameron House is a breathtaking and unbeatably accessible location to moor your boat. The marina currently offers 187 berths and can accommodate boats from 16 to 50ft, although expansion plans starting in mid-September will increase this to 230 berths with an additional jet ski dock and space for up to 30 visitor berths on a newly connected breakwater. The impressive range of fully featured on-site facilities – including brokerage and hoist operation, repairs service, petrol and diesel fuel stations, cleaning and valeting with daily checks carried out by marina staff – are unrivalled across any marina resort in the UK. All this within 30 minutes from Glasgow and about an hour from Edinburgh. The marina is located within the grounds of the stunning five-star Cameron House Resort, a Scottish Baronial hotel offering a range of luxury accommodation from traditional four-poster ‘whiskey’ suites to luxury self-catering apartments with views

overlooking the Loch and preferential rates for marina members. The resort features four restaurants, including the renowned Michelin-starred Martin Wishart at Loch Lomond, the Cameron Grill and the Boat House – which is right next to the marina offices – all serving fantastic food with the heartiest of Scottish hospitality. Each berth holder receives two passes for the leisure club and pool facilities at the Cameron Hotel, and 20% off food and drink at the resort restaurants (except the Martin Wishart). In addition, the resort boasts a nine-hole golf course as well as the 18-hole Carrick championship golf course, and a range of outdoor leisure pursuits to make sure your stay is as active as you could wish. And if action isn’t really your cup of tea, just sit back and soak the stress away in the luxury resort spa with its rooftop infinity pool. The hotel operates seaplanes from the shoreline in front of the hotel and moors their own luxury Sealine F42/5 at the marina for hotel guests to use. At 24 miles long and 5 miles at its widest, Loch Lomond is the largest of the Scottish Lochs and with the stunning backdrop of the highlands and around 30 islands to explore, what better place to go cruising?

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Whether you’re looking for a safe berth for the winter, or need to lay up for major repairs, Premier can help. With 8 first-class marinas to choose from and superb savings on our winter berthing, boatyards and storage ashore, there’s a Premier Marina for you. Find out more about our seasonal and monthly berthing at the show, call now or visit premiermarinas.com

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WHEN THE RAIN’S LASHING YOUR BOAT AND YOU’VE HAD A LESS-THAN-PERFECT DAY ON THE WATER, POUR YOURSELF A WEE DRAM OF SUPERIOR SCOTCH AND FEEL THE DAY’S CARES MELT AWAY!

ipped slowly, with maybe just a dash of water, there’s little that warms the cockles more than a good Scotch whisky. Known in Gaelic as uisge beatha (meaning ‘water of life’), proper Scotch is made of only three raw materials: water, yeast and cereals. Few other drinks inspire such obsession, and investment… If you know what you’re buying, a canny purchase now could well prove to be a money spinner on the whisky auction market in the future. But the best reason to buy a bottle is simple to savour the incredible complex flavours, preferably with a few friends! For the Scotch whisky novice, a quick lesson in terminology will enable you to hold your own in conversation. There are five categories of Scotch: single malt (made from malted barley at one distillery); single grain (made from multiple cereals at one distillery); blended Scotch (a mix of malt and grain whiskies, from different distilleries); blended malt (a combination of two or more single malts) and blended grain (a mix of single grains from two or more distilleries).

Port Charlotte Scottish Barley (50% ABV) Distilled from barley grown in mainland Scotland and peated to a heavyweight 40ppm, Port Charlotte is a cuvée crafted from casks hand-picked by master distiller Jim McEwan; a union of the classic floral elegance of Bruichladdich and heavy peat smoke. Matured and bottled at the distillery using Islay spring water. £47, from bruichladdich.com

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Scotland is home to more than 100 Scotch distilleries, spread among five whisky-producing regions: Speyside, Highland, Lowland, Islay and Campbeltown. Rosemary Gallagher of the Scotch Whisky Association explains, “The different characteristics of the local water, peat and, of course, the Scottish climate can all influence the flavour of Scotch, and so each area produces a uniquely flavoured whisky.” For example, the storm-battered west-coast island of Islay is renowned for producing whiskies with a distinct briny taste, because the barrels in which the whisky is aged are impregnated by spray from the sea. To get you started on your own Scotch adventure, we’ve rounded up a selection of the best Scotch whiskies available from a variety of distilleries – get tasting and find your favourite! The great news is that once Scotch is bottled it doesn’t age, so as long as you put the top on tightly you can enjoy it for years to come. What better reason to keep a bottle on board?

Glenmorangie Signet (46% ABV) Signet’s secrets are known only to the Whisky Creation Team. A marriage of Glenmorangie’s rarest and oldest whiskies, Signet is created from high roasted ‘chocolate’ malted barley which delivers depth and intensity to the spirit. It is matured in casks, crafted and designed to meet the needs of Glenmorangie. The result is sublime flavours and enveloping velvet textures. £144.99, from whisky specialists

Haig Club Single Grain (40% ABV) This new style, ultra-smooth single grain whisky has delicious notes of butterscotch and toffee and is inspired by over 300 years of heritage. Superb over ice, in long drinks or in short cocktails, Haig Club is an easy drinking dram that will win anyone over. £45, from all major wholesalers

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Johnnie Walker Blue Label Blended Scotch (40% ABV) Only one in 10,000 casks, drawn from the four corners of Scotland, contain whisky of sufficient character to produce the remarkably smooth signature taste of Johnnie Walker Blue Label, which purports to be the world’s number one deluxe blended scotch whisky and the pinnacle of blending expertise. £195, from thewhiskyexchange.com

Old Pulteney 12 Year Single Malt (40% ABV) Matured wholly in air-dried, hand-selected ex-bourbon casks, this is traditionally crafted using techniques that other distillers have long abandoned and has won numerous international gold medals. Dry, medium bodied and smooth, redolent of honey and cream. Slightly salty with sweet, longlasting finish. £32, from tesco.com

Glenfarclas 15 Year Old 103° Proof Single Malt (58.6% ABV) Speyside distillery Glenfarclas is well known for maturing its whiskies in exsherry casks, adding a rich, spicy flavour to the finished product. Loaded with Christmas-cake spices, along with boozy sultanas and hot-cross-bun dough. The perfect after-dinner dram. £79.95, from thewhiskyexchange.com

Glengoyne 15 Year Old Highland Single Malt (43% ABV) Complex, sweet and rounded, with a spicy oak finish. This is the taste of distilling slower than anyone else in Scotland, and of barley dried by air, never peat. The flavours develop in hand-selected sherry and bourbon casks – balancing deep character with light vanilla notes. £51.99, from glengoyne.com

Glengoyne 21 Year Old Highland Single Malt (43% ABV) Matured exclusively in hand-selected sherry casks, for 21 character-building years, Glengoyne 21 Year Old boasts flavours of Christmas cake, honey and rich fruit – with a long cinnamon finish. Perfect after dinner, or anytime. £125, from glengoyne.com

Glenmorangie A Midwinter Night’s Dram (43% ABV) Matured in Bourbon casks made from American white oak, this single malt is smooth and soft with notes of citrus, vanilla and almonds. An underlying sweetness balances a rich, spicy, nutty top-layer. £40, from supermarkets

Glen Garioch 1973 40 Year Old Single Malt (54.3% ABV) Whiskies of this age are few and far between because the wood usually starts to dominate, but this example from Highland distillery Glen Garioch is sublime. Heady aromas of bramble, butterscotch and coffee are joined by layers of cinnamon and cigar box. One to sip and savour. £899, from thewhiskyexchange.com

why not try The Classic Laddie (50% ABV) This single malt has been crafted from selected casks to showcase the classic, floral and elegant Bruichladdich house style. Unpeated, it is the distillery’s signature bottling. £42, from bruichladdich.com

Octomore 07.1 (59.5% ABV) Each new release of this cult single malt – the world’s most heavily peated whisky series – generates a huge amount of excitement. Each is necessarily unique, finite; a celebration of nuance. It can never be reproduced. For Octomore 07.1, barley harvested from mainland Scotland was peated to 208ppm and spent five years in American oak. £110, from bruichladdich.com

Ardbeg Uigeadail Single Malt (54.2% ABV) Full-flavoured with a mouthcoating texture, Ardbeg Uigeadail is an intriguing balance between sweet, spicy and deep smoky flavours. Christmas cake is followed by a burst of winter spices setting off a smoky explosion countered by a sumptuous mid-palate of honey glazed smoked food and chewy treacle. £60.99, from whisky specialists

Laphroaig 1998 16 Year Old Single Malt (59.9% ABV) Laphroaig, on of Islay, is one of the most popular Scotch distilleries with its noholds-barred maritime style. This whisky spent 16 years in a refill sherry cask, adding notes of spiced apples, dark chocolate and salted caramel to the smoky sea-spray aromas. £120, from thewhiskyexchange.com

Tamdhu 10 Year Old Highland Single Malt (40% ABV) The quality of Tamdhu is defined by the hint of peat in its malted barley, as well as the distillery’s location on the banks of the River Spey. Matured in sherry casks, the flavours of vanilla and almonds are balanced by oak and cinnamon. Bursts of fruit and spice reveal toffee and sherry oak with a peaty finish. £38.49, from tamdhu.com

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THIS TIME OF YEAR A SHORT BOAT TRIP CAN BRING YOU CLOSER TO OUR SPECTACULAR OCEAN WILDLIFE THAN YOU MIGHT HAVE IMAGINED, EXPLAINS MEGAN EVANS, EDUCATION AND AWARENESS ASSISTANT FOR SEA WATCH

 Grey seals are just one of the many marine creatures that feed, breed and thrive around the UK coastline

hen it comes to sheer diversity of ocean wildlife we’re spoiled here in the UK, and you don’t have to venture far from shore to find an impressive range of fascinating species. From the city limits of Aberdeen, for example, you can regularly see bottlenose dolphins, as well as killer whales in spring, minke whales and whitebeaked dolphins in summer, and a humpback whale or two at any time of year. Travel across Britain to New Quay in West Wales, and grey seals, harbour porpoise and bottlenose dolphins are commonly sighted during the summer season, often close to shore and well within the reach of a short boat trip. Here you are also likely to see a variety of other marine wildlife: birds such as guillemots, razorbills, puffins, herring gulls, cormorants, gannets and shearwaters; compass and barrel jellyfish; and occasionally – if your timing is impeccable and you know where to look – more unusual animals such as sunfish, basking sharks or even a leatherback turtle.

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“WATCHING WHALES AND DOLPHINS FROM STOER HEAD, SUTHERLAND, IS A MAGICAL EXPERIENCE…”

September is a month of transition, when a number of marine mammal species are on the move. Bottlenose dolphins, for example, are starting to shift from summer coastal ranges in southern Cardigan Bay towards wintering grounds in North Wales and beyond. Numbers of harbour porpoise inshore around Britain are often at their peak, exploiting dense shoals of sprat. Good watch points include Scarborough in Yorkshire, Strumble Head and Ramsey Sound in Pembrokeshire, Point Lynas in Anglesey, and around the Small Isles of Rum, Eigg and Canna off the west of Scotland. Take a boat offshore from Whitby in Yorkshire and there’s a good chance you’ll see minke and fin whale, attracted by the herring and mackerel feeding on the sprat. Out in the Farne Deeps of Northumberland, Buchan Deep and the outer Moray Firth in Northeast Scotland, you are likely to encounter more minkes and porpoise, along with schools of white-beaked dolphins hanging around from August. The same species may be seen in West Scotland, although with common dolphins largely replacing whitebeaks. Further south in the Irish Sea, particularly in the Celtic Deep

west of Pembrokeshire, autumn is a great time to see large schools of common dolphins, as well as scattered aggregations of minke whale and even fin whale. HUMAN IMPACT ON WILDLIFE HABITAT In recent years, 28 different species of whales, dolphins and porpoise have been sighted in UK waters, but it’s not all plain sailing for our resident and visiting cetaceans – many are at risk from a wide variety of human threats, such as accidental entanglement and drowning in fishing gear, sound disturbance, marine pollution and over-fishing. Cetaceans rely heavily on sound for communication and foraging, which is why noise disturbance is a serious problem. Sound caused by boats – both industrial and recreational – can mask their vocalisations and they may struggle to communicate with each other. It can also disguise or muffle sounds from prey or their own echolocation clicks, which may hinder their foraging and pursuit of prey. Exposure to loud noises, such as those caused by sonar, can also be highly stressful and cause long-term damage with

Tompot blennies are renowned for being extremely inquisitive, and are often seen by scuba divers This curious creature is Okenia elegans, a species of sea slug found commonly in UK waters

HOW YOU CAN HELP Sea Watch Foundation works tirelessly with environmental and government bodies to provide information, data and evidence leading to the better protection and conservation of cetacean populations in British and Irish waters. Through its continuous programme of research and monitoring, Sea Watch Foundation provides invaluable information on changes to the status and distribution of cetacean populations and the condition of their habitats. This is used to raise awareness of any issues and prompt environmental change to help conserve and protect these mysterious creatures. As a regular ocean-goer you can support Sea Watch in a number of ways, including becoming a regular observer. With a little knowledge, enthusiasm, and a pair of binoculars you could really make the most of your time at sea. Find out more at seawatchfoundation.org.uk

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 Once abundant, the basking shark has suffered a sharp decline in numbers following overfishing. This docile filter feeder often comes close to land

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prolonged exposure. It can startle them when diving, which can cause them to panic, become disorientated and even strand. It has also been suggested that certain sonar has the potential to directly injure cetaceans’ sensitive auditory system. This can lead to both long and short term avoidance behaviour, disrupting their natural distribution and habitat use. WORKING TO SAVE OUR CETACEANS Thankfully there are charities, initiatives and agencies tasked with monitoring and protecting our ocean wildlife, and their hard work is paying dividends. In the 1980s, for example, the Mersey was one of the most polluted rivers in Europe with raw sewage and industrial pollutants being regularly discharged, which had a devastating effect on the local fish populations. Through a dedicated clean-up effort, the water quality has improved profoundly and the Mersey now once again supports a large number of fish species, including salmon and trout, and with this change we have also seen a return of marine mammals such as grey seals, harbour porpoise, bottlenose dolphins  Dolphins are sociable creatures, and it’s important to observe the marine code of conduct if you are lucky enough to get close to them in your boat

“One of my favourite spots is Tiumpan Head at the northern tip of the Eye Peninsula, Isle of Lewis. Not only does it afford magnificent views across the Minch to the mountains of Northwest Scotland, but it is the best place in the British Isles to see Risso’s dolphins close by. It’s also great for minke whale, white-beaked dolphin and harbour porpoise, and in June there was even a humpback feeding off the headland.” Dr Peter GH Evans (Director, Sea Watch Foundation)

“Watching whales and dolphins from Stoer Head, Sutherland, is a magical experience. I am lucky enough to be able to watch for these magnificent animals while I work, but the sight of a porpoise, dolphin or breaching killer whale never loses its thrill!” Leigh Sedgley (Sea Watch Observer)

“The narrows between Fort George and Chanonry Point in the Moray Firth make a perfect ambush point by bottlenose dolphins for a favourite prey, Atlantic salmon. There are not many places in the world where from land you can get such a grandstand display of hunting dolphins just a few metres away.” Alan Airey (Sea Watch Regional Coordinator)

“In August and September, and often in July and October too, there are few better places than Whitby to see minke whales. A trip out to sea with our recommended boat operator Whitby Whale Watching can provide multiple sightings of whales, sometimes including sei, fin and humpback as well as whitebeaked and even bottlenose dolphins.” Robin Petch (Sea Watch Foundation Regional Coordinator and Trustee)

“With the largest semi-resident population of bottlenose dolphins in the UK, New Quay pier, Ceredigion, is one of the best spots in the UK to spot dolphins. Many of the dolphins forage just metres from the pier, and mothers frequently bring their calves into the harbour.” Katrin Lohrengel (Monitoring Officer, Sea Watch Foundation)

“Sea watching is not just about cetaceans, it’s the whole ambience; the sea, the birds, the coast, the waves, everything comes together to create the experience and long may it remain so! Noticing the subtle changes that occur over time makes me realise the value of recording for Sea Watch.” Dave Jenkins (Sea Watch Observer, Morte Point, Devon)

“From October to March we often see ‘super pods’ of common dolphins coming in to feed in the sheltered waters of Falmouth Bay, Cornwall. January through to March sees potential fin whale sightings, and the rest of the year anything can turn up, including basking sharks in season.” Captain Keith Leeves, AK Wildlife Cruises (recommended boat operator) Issue 5 |

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MARINE CODE OF CONDUCT n If dolphins are sighted, maintain steady forward progression at six knots or less within a kilometre of the animal. n Do not chase, encircle or drive to dolphins directly; let them approach you. If dolphins bow-ride, maintain a steady speed and course. n Do not change speed or course erratically; sudden slowing or acceleration can confuse and alarm dolphins. n Do not deliberately drive through or between groups of dolphins. n Avoid approaching dolphins with young; disrupting mother-calf bonds can expose young to stress and threats. n Do not swim with, touch or feed dolphins. Contact can cause stress, spread of disease and possible injury to humans. n There should be no more than two vessels within a kilometre of dolphins at any time and no more than one boat in close proximity, avoid calling other vessels to join you. n Always allow dolphins an escape route. Avoid boxing them in between vessels.

 Atlantic puffins have boldly coloured beaks during the breeding season, and can be seen around the UK from March until mid-August

 Cormorants are master fishermen. These huge birds prefer rocky shores, coastal inlets and estuaries, but they do venture inland too.

 Compass Jellyfish can reach 30cm across and give a painful sting. Although they’re usually seen at sea they do sometimes wash up on UK beaches

n Move away if dolphins show signs of disturbance, such as avoidance, erratic speed and direction change or long periods underwater. n Avoid noise disturbance by not exceeding 10 knots and keeping a well-maintained engine and propeller. Care should also be taken with boats with low engine noise; the animals are less likely to hear and could result in collisions. n Vessels in areas of regular dolphin occurrences should consider fitting propeller guards to minimise injury risk to dolphins. n Under UK law it is an offence to kill, injure or disturb cetaceans and basking sharks which may result in a prison sentence.

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and the Eurasian otter. Minke whales have also been sighted further offshore, and recently (and unusually) a humpback whale was spotted flipper slapping just off the Mersey bar! The conservation of any wild animal is largely dependent upon continuous monitoring. Without this data it’s impossible to track the progress of a population, and it also enables conservationists to spot distribution patterns, responses to human activities and effects on reproduction. The information gathered by Sea Watch Foundation and its network of observers is the primary source of knowledge about the relative status and distribution of cetaceans around the British Isles, and it’s something that you can help with. All you need to do is download the relevant forms from seawatchfoundation.org. uk and submit your sightings – either electronically or by post. Just a few moments taken to record what you have seen will be invaluable to the scientists and conservationists working to ensure that these incredible creatures visit our waters for generations to come.

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ALI PLUMMER, LIVING SEAS OFFICER FOR THE WILDLIFE TRUSTS, EXPLAINS HOW DELICATE COASTAL HABITATS ARE BEING NURTURED BACK TO HEALTH Our seas have the potential to be some of the most diverse and productive in the world. We are so lucky to live on an island with habitats and species living beneath the waves that rival any on land. To take just two from the myriad: have you ever stopped to admire the tiny, vibrantly-coloured sea slugs found on the sea bed? Or gazed in awe at the basking shark, the second largest fish in the world, which can be seen feeding off our west coast in the summer? However, we have put our marine life under huge amounts of pressure, often taking too much with too little care, for too long. Now we need to protect our seas to allow them to recover and thrive once more. The UK Government is currently designating 27 Marine Conservation Zones (MCZs) in the seas around England to protect a small, representative cross section of the astonishing range of species and habitats found in our waters. Alongside national sites designated by Welsh, Scottish and Northern Irish governments and UK European Marine Sites (areas at sea protected for their habitats and species under EU legislation), these sites will make up our network of Marine Protected Areas across the UK. If managed properly, they should help enable our seas to cope with the pressures that we put them under and allow them to recover once more. The creation of MCZs has resulted in the protection of some amazing wildlife and wonderful undersea habitats. These include The Manacles off the Cornish coast, where you can find pink sea fans, cup corals and beautiful sea anemones; Fylde off the north west coast, home to a range of important fish and bivalve species, and Folkestone Pomerania, where boulders and rocks provide shelter for crabs, lobster and fish. Careful management is only just beginning at these special places so it’s early days. For recreational water users, it’s important to note that MCZs aren’t no-go areas – boating activities should be able to continue within them although, in some cases, where there is a particularly sensitive habitat some anchoring or mooring restrictions may need to be brought in, or alternative mooring sought. If managed properly, they should even allow for sustainable fishing. While our seas provide us with so much – oxygen, building materials, energy, transport and an unrivalled playground – MCZs help ensure that the environment and the species and habitats found within it are also given proper consideration and that our seas are able to continue to provide for us and for future generations. wildlifetrusts.org Issue 5 |

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GET CLOSER TO NATURE AND SAVE MONEY IN THE PROCESS… JOHN ARNOLD, UK SALES MANAGER FOR TORQEEDO, OUTLINES THE BENEFITS OF AN ELECTRIC OUTBOARD

he distinctive noise of a diesel engine is often called diesel clatter, diesel nailing or diesel knock, and is caused by the diesel combustion process – the sudden ignition of the diesel fuel when it’s injected into the combustion chamber causes a pressure wave. This noise can be detrimental to marine life in open water because it unsettles and disrupts their environment, and ultimately can even lead to the extinction of certain species and cause others to relocate. In some extreme cases, the presence of hydrocarbons in the water can also be the cause of pollutants in the food chain. Swapping out your diesel motor for an electric one will enable you to get much closer to marine life including otters, fish and even river dolphins. The almost-silent electric engines give you the opportunity to explore without disturbing these unique marine habitats, enabling you to get closer to animals in their natural environment without altering their behaviour. In addition, on longer journeys electric engines also remove the need for carrying fuel on board – which has the potential to spill and cause pollution in the open water. This also eliminates that pungent fuel smell, which can also upset and confuse the local wildlife.

Prompted by the regulation of hydrocarbon-fuelled outboards on Lake Starnberg, Germany, Dr Christoph Ballin developed the Torqeedo engine. Today Torpedo’s high-tech motors combine lithium batteries with leading-edge motor technology and propeller design to offer unrivalled strength and efficiency, in addition to ultra-light designs. With outboards and inboards ranging from 1 to 80 HP, as well as innovative accessories, including solar powered chargers and IP67 rated lithium batteries, Torqeedo’s pioneering products are environmentally sound. One of the main advantages of electric propulsion is that the more it is used, the more environmentally friendly and economical it becomes. It is the only form of propulsion that can operate entirely on clean energy once the initial outlay has been made for motor and batteries. After that initial purchase, you could go boating with no further costs incurred for power, especially with the introduction of solar charging. Electric outboard motors are also much more efficient than the typical petrol outboard: while petrol outboards can have an efficiency of around 10%, some electric outboards – such as Torqeedo motors – boast an efficiency in excess of 50%.

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