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TO SIR ROBIN KNOX-JOHNSTON Celebrating 50 years since Sir Robin Knox-Johnston set sail in the Sunday Times Golden Globe Race which saw him become the first person to sail solo, non-stop around the world, Falmouth played host as Sir Robin led a Parade of Sail ahead of the start of the Golden Globe Race.

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GOLDEN GLOBE CELEBRATIONS

Uku Randmaa’s Estonian yacht ONE & ALL leads Susie Goodall’s DHL Starlight at the start of the SITRaN Challenge race. Image: Bill Rowntree / PPL / GGR

Sir Robin Knox-Johnston’s original yacht Suhaili leads Sir Francis Chichester’s historic yacht Gipsy Moth IV through the 200-strong fleet of well-wishers celebrating the 50th anniversary of Sir Robin’s departure. Image: Bill Rowntree / PPL / GGR

BOATSHED is to supply a number of technical support services to the Golden Globe Race website and technical team.

“This is a truly exciting project for us to be involved with,” said Boatshed CEO and founder Neil Chapman. “As well as providing valuable support, it is further recognition of Boatshed’s pioneering work and capabilities in this area.”

In addition, Boatshed’s sister organisation, the Marine Drone Network, flew photographic drone missions during the Parade of Sail and celebrations of the GGR start in Falmouth, as well as the actual start of the race from Les Sables-d’Olonne.

Of the boats participating, Boatshed has listed and sold many of the boats

previously and to reflect this, Boatshed is opening up its Boatshed Archive. This includes hundreds of similar GGR boats that have been sold in the past, depicting their photos, videos and specifications as an extra resource for people to get a greater understanding of the type of boats that are competing in the GGR. www.boatshed.com

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NEWS SNAPS BAVARIA INVESTOR

Following the news that Bavaria Yachts went into administration, managers and administrators started an investor process in order to safeguard the company’s future.

Dr Tobias Brinkmann of Brinkmann & Partners, said: “We are continuing business and we intend to go into the coming order season with a new investor. We have already received initial expressions of interest and we are also actively talking to potential investors.” The company says it hopes to have an investor in place by the end of July.

INVINCIBLE WRECK

HMS Invincible, which sank in the Solent in 1758, is thought to be one of the most significant warships ever built. Now more artefacts from the ship have been recovered including a gunpowder barrel and woodworking tools. Divers found hundreds of items last year with a second excavation being carried out led by the Maritime Archaeology Sea Trust, National Museum of the Royal Navy and Bournemouth University.

After conservation at MAST’s centre in Poole, the artefacts will go to the National Museum of the Royal Navy in Portsmouth. Read more about HMS Invincible on page 23.

THE EARL’S VISIT

Sunseeker International welcomed HRH The Earl of Wessex to Poole.

His Royal Highness visited to promote The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. Sunseeker invited the Earl for a tour of the factory to see its awardwinning boats being manufactured and to meet with its staff, including some of its 116 apprentices. www.sunseeker.com

FORTS FOR SALE

The Solent Forts have been put up for sale with a price of £11m. No Man’s Fort, Spitbank Fort and Horse Sand Fort can be found in the Solent between Portsmouth and the Isle of Wight. The ‘island’ locations of the 19th century forts are being marketed as two to three boutique hotels, luxury retreats, as private residences or a combination.

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FROM PAGE 1… On 14 June 1968 Sir Robin Knox-Johnston bid farewell to his parents and the comforts of land, not knowing when he would see either again.

It would be 312 days before his return, which cemented him in the history books as the winner of the Sunday Times Golden Globe Race, making him the first person to sail solo, non-stop around the world.

Ahead of the start of the Golden Globe Race on 1 July Sir Robin and Suhaili, his 32ft ketch and well-loved partner in that voyage, were back in Falmouth to mark half a century since their legendary journey that captivated the world and eventually led him to found the Clipper Race, which opened up the experience of circumnavigation to everyday adventurers.

Arriving in Falmouth Haven Marina, Sir Robin said: “It feels good to be back. It is a bit of a different place to how I remember it though of course. There was no marina then so I was out on a mooring.”

On the Golden Globe Race, he added: “There is a great collection of boats for this race and an even greater group of sailors.

Many people are asking if I am tempted to go around with them again. The answer is no as I have been there and done the journey four times now. I am sure once I am on the start line I will feel slightly envious but it is their turn this time. I am going to enjoy following it all instead.

“This week’s celebrations have brought back so many memories of half a century ago and I am excited to see all of the second Golden Globe racers heading out for voyages of a lifetime from the same point that I left, and returned to, all those years ago.”

Celebrations started with a Parade of Sail around Falmouth Harbour, led by Sir Robin and Suhaili. Watched by visitors on every headland, the 200-strong armada of sail criss-crossed between Falmouth and St Mawes before Sir Robin set up a start line between Suhaili and Sir Francis Chichester’s Gipsy Moth IV and fired

the canon to set the 17-strong fleet (Francesco Cappelletti was travelling to Les Sable d’Olonne by road) of 2018 Golden Globe Race yachts on their way to Les Sables d’Olonne for the start of this 50th anniversary solo circumnavigation.

The Suhaili Parade of Sail was the culmination of a three-day festival involving Suhaili, Gipsy Moth, the replica fleet of Golden Globe Race yachts and vessels from around the UK and Europe which had gathered in Falmouth to honour Sir Robin Knox-Johnston’s achievement in the original Sunday Times Golden Globe Race in 1968/69.

First to cross the finish line in the 300-mile SITRaN Challenge Race from Falmouth to Les Sables d’Olonne was Mark Slats’ Dutch yacht Ohpen Maverick.

However, the greatest applause was reserved for Sir Robin and his yacht Suhaili.

Hundreds gathered on the dockside in France, all vying to catch his lines or eye, and thousands more cheered from vantage points around the marina.

Suhaili was escorted the last 25 miles from Ile-d-Yeu by a fleet of yachts representing the French section of the Cruising Association.

The 2018 Golden Globe Race, a Image: Mary Pudney 30,000-mile journey encompassing the five Great Capes, is designed to take competitors back to the ‘Golden Age’ of sailing. All entrants are strictly required only to use the same type, or similar, equipment and technology that was carried on board by Sir Robin 50 years ago, meaning they too will have minimal contact with the outside world for the duration of the journey.

On what he thinks will be toughest about the challenge, Sir Robin said: “Aside from the conditions, I believe the hardest part for these sailors will be the deprivation of communication. 50 years ago we did not have the connectivity that people today are used to.”

Sir Robin’s legendary feat in 1968-69 laid the foundation for the Clipper Race, of which he said: “Every time I meet someone on the Clipper Race who tells me they did it because they were inspired by my journey, it makes me feel it was all worth it. I am incredibly proud of what we have built and the experiences the Clipper Race has given to people from around the world.”

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ALL ABOARD

By Jane Hyde THERE is so much going on in the marine world it is hard to know where to begin, but let us start with the hugely exciting build-up to the much anticipated Golden Globe Race.

Although 1 July was the official race start date from France, there were plenty of celebrations during June here in England. The climax of which was the Parade of Sail.

Watched by large numbers of visitors, the 200-strong armada of sail criss-crossed between Falmouth and St Mawes.

Sir Robin Knox-Johnston went on to set up a start line between Suhaili and Gipsy Moth IV and fired the canon that sent the fleet of Golden Globe Race yachts on their way to Les Sables d’Olonne.

The atmosphere was incredible, and we can now only wish all the competitors – especially the Brits - the very best of luck in their incredible adventure. As always you can follow the progress of their nine-month adventure at the All at Sea website and in the paper every month.

With much of the country gripped, for the time being, in World Cup fever, we should also wish the England football team luck. We loved the photo of the mascot spotted on a Sunseeker (see page 5), and if you have any football/boating photos too we would love to see them.

Of course there is a nice symmetry with the GGR and the Clipper Race.

As the Golden Globe Race starts we are approaching the end of another great race connected to Sir Robin KnoxJohnston. The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race was, of course, conceived

in 1995 by Sir Robin. We have been following the highs and lows of the 12 teams that set off last year as they have raced around the world.

As always, it will be an exciting finale, which you can read more about on page 12.

If a round-the-world race is not your thing, then how about August’s Lendy Cowes Week? This is, without doubt, one of the highlights of the summer and is a fantastic opportunity to race with friends and family, or join a crew. Or, stay shoreside and enjoy the amazing facilities and events available during the week. It is always busy, but lots of fun… you have been warned!

Check out our preview guide over on page 26. We also caught up with a young man who made quite a name for himself at last year’s regatta.

Turn to page 30 to find out who we mean and what made his success so special.

Lastly, a quick mention about Henri Lloyd who have been going through a tough time, going into administration and then receiving much needed good news just days later.

Although sadly there will still be job losses it is positive that it looks like this iconic brand is set to continue. Sailors just would not look the same without the very familiar name of Henri Lloyd emblazoned on them… Let us hope we will have no more marine administration news for a while.

Enjoy the paper.

Jane Hyde, Editor editor@allatsea.co.uk

ARE YOU REGISTERED?

BOATERS are being warned to register their boat or face court action.

The call comes after six boaters were ordered to forfeit more than £7,200 between them – all for failing to register their craft for use on the River Nene.

It is a legal requirement for boat owners to register any vessel they keep, use or let for hire on Environment Agency

waterways, and to clearly display a valid registration plate.

It brings the total amount of avoided registration charges that have been recovered by the Environment Agency this year to almost £120,000.

The cash is reinvested into maintaining, improving and protecting waterways.

ALEX’S NEW BOSS ALEX Thomson Racing has announced plans to design and build a brand new 60ft IMOCA race boat for the 2020-2021 Vendée Globe race.

The boat, HUGO BOSS, will be designed by French naval architectural firm VPLP Design in conjunction with Alex Thomson Racing’s design and technical team, led by Peter Hobson.

Alex said: “This is a hugely important period for us. Everything we do over the coming months leads up to the Vendée Globe 2020 and so it is vital that we put in place a team which has the expertise, and the passion, to deliver. I am confident that we have done that.”

France-based VPLP Design is made up of a team of naval architects and designers who, collectively, have helped to develop some of the world’s most successful and innovative racing boats.

Among those were the winning boats in the last two editions of the Vendee Globe – Banque Populaire VIII and MACIF, raced by French skippers Armel Le Cléac’h and François Gabart respectively.

VPLP also co-designed the current HUGO BOSS yacht, which Thomson raced to second place in the 2016-2017 Vendée Globe, breaking the British record at the finish line.

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As well as not contributing to the upkeep of waterways, unregistered boats can be unsafe, hazardous to other river users and a pollution risk to the local environment and its wildlife.

If you suspect a boat is illegal, contact them on 03708 506 506 or email waterways.enforcementanglian@ environment-agency.gov.uk.

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BOATING PEOPLE ............... 30 QUIZ PAGE...............................31 MASTERCLASS......................33 GREEK HOLIDAY ...................35 CRUISING ASSOCIATION ...37 MARINA FOCUS ....................42 MARINA GUIDE .................... 44 CHANGING FACE ..................47 IN THE DRINK ....................... 50

ALL ON BOARD AT OYSTER AFTER being acquired by entrepreneur Richard Hadida in March Oyster Yachts has confirmed its new Board.

Ashley Highfield, Eddie Jordan OBE, Ivan Ritossa and Rob Humphreys join Oyster’s Board as Non-Executive Directors, while Becky Bridgen has been

appointed CFO and joins the Board alongside CEO Richard Hadida.

Richard Hadida said: “We are committed to building the best possible team here at Oyster, which we believe will put us in the strongest position to deliver an effective

turnaround and get Oyster back to where it should be – the absolute pinnacle in yacht design. Getting the right leadership, oversight and governance in place is key to building a sustainable business.” www.oysteryachts.com

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HENRI LLOYD FACES CHALLENGING FUTURE HENRI Lloyd, the fashion and clothing brand, went into administration in June, but was bought out of it just a few days later by Aligro UK Limited.

In recent years Henri Lloyd has fought against challenging trading conditions on the high street. Great endeavours to secure the company’s future have been underway, including efforts to reduce costs, refinance the business and divest assets.

Synonymous with the marine industry since 1963, Chris Ratten, RSM Restructuring Advisory partner and one of the joint administrators, said: “The decision to appoint administrators was made due to challenging trading conditions on the high street.”

Later, in a statement from Aligro, the Swedish investor which came on board as lenders in March, stated that it: “…already own the rights to the brand and trademarks, now also have closed a transaction with Henri Lloyd’s administrator to obtain five stores, certain stock and other assets as a stepping stone to reviving the classic British fashion label.”

Hans Eckerström, founder and manager of the Aligro Group, added: “I

am a passionate sailor and Henri Lloyd is a brand that always had a special place in my heart. Now that we get the opportunity, I am committed to carry the heritage of the brand further and upgrade it to reach its full potential.”

Aligro UK Limited said it would continue to trade the Henri Lloyd stores in Salcombe, Dartmouth, Cowes, Cheshire Oaks and Lymington. However 128 staff will lose their jobs when four stores at Falmouth, Truro, Street and Swindon close down, as well as 20 House of Fraser concessions and its Manchester headquarters.

Chris Ratten added: “This sale represents the best outcome for creditors, it maintains Henri-Lloyd’s presence in key locations and secures 44 jobs.

Selling the whole business as a going concern was not a viable option and regrettably a number of staff have been made redundant as a result. We will be supporting them to make their claims to the Redundancy Payments Office.”

The brand was originally founded in 1963 by Polish solider Henri Strzelcki, who moved to Manchester to study textiles, together with his partner Angus Lloyd.

LANDING AT COWES WEEK COWES Week Ltd has announced a new partnership as Land Rover UK joins the event as Official Vehicle Sponsor for 2018.

Land Rover UK will celebrate its partnership with a series of coaching sessions with Sarah Ayton, double Olympic Sailing Gold Medallist, to bring on-the-water sailing experiences to youngsters to inspire the next generation of sailors.

Land Rover UK will also provide opportunities for visitors to experience the off-road capabilities of its latest vehicles at the Land Rover Experience, in Cowes Yacht Haven.

CWL’s Commercial & Marketing

Director, Kate Johnson, said: “Its support of sailing at the grassroots level will be really valuable to the event, and we know that the range will be extremely popular with the Lendy Cowes Week audience. Land Rover is celebrating its 70th birthday this year, while Cowes Week moves ever-closer to the 200th anniversary of its first royal regatta. Both brands are huge British icons, and their shared values and heritage make this a very special partnership.”

Lendy Cowes Week: 4 - 11 August www.lendycowesweek.co.uk Turn to page 26 to read All at Sea’s regatta preview.

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Opihr Gin has a new Ready to Drink collection, along with becoming the official gin of Lendy Cowes Week. Three variations of the Opihr RTD collection have been released including Gin & Tonic with a dash of ginger. During Cowes Week Opihr will have a branded bar on Cowes Parade and will be delivering Opihr RTD to competitors by boat for them to enjoy following a day of racing. Turn to page 28 to find out how you could win with Opihr. www.opihr.com

REGIONAL FLAGSHIP

The Southampton-based vessel SS Shieldhall has been chosen as the 2018 regional flagship for the National Historic Fleet. The award was given not just because of the ship’s unique history but also in recognition of the work put in by the volunteers. The NHF was also impressed by the comprehensive sailing programme for visitors. www.ss-shieldhall.co.uk

COSTLY DIVORCE

According to the New York Times a $500 million yacht owned by a Russian oligarch is in the middle of a very expensive divorce. Farkhad Akhmedov bought Luna in 2014 from friend and fellow oligarch Roman Abramovich. The yacht is part of the on-going divorce between Akhmedov and his ex-wife Tatiana.

As well as a spa and swimming pool the luxury yacht has two heliports and room for 18 guests.

REFIT LIQUIDATION

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CARBON MONOXIDE RESCUE has been spotted Cup mascot, Zabivaka, The official FIFA World ts of Poole Harbour. sigh the in yacht taking on board a Sunseeker

NEWS SNAPS

FOUR people were taken to hospital after carbon monoxide levels high enough to kill were detected on their Broads cruiser.

Emergency services were called after all six passengers on the 21ft boat began to feel unwell simultaneously. The boat users initially thought that they might

have suffered food poisoning.

Firefighters with testing equipment found that carbon monoxide had reached dangerous levels on the boat at Somerleyton Marina near Lowestoft, Suffolk.

David Burwood, a rescue officer with HM Coastguard

Lowestoft and Southwold, said: “The symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are very similar to food poisoning. You feel sick, light-headed and dizzy. Four people were taken off to hospital while the other two felt okay to stay with us.” www.boatsafetyscheme.org/co

Solent Refit has entered voluntary liquidation. The yacht and superyacht repair and refit company had recently announced it was relocating from its Hythe Marine Park base to Saxon Wharf following Fairline’s decision to make Hythe its new base. The move had been due to be completed by the end of May.

FLYING TRIALS

After a delay of a few days, HMS Queen Elizabeth sailed out of Portsmouth to conduct a second set of rotary-wing flying trials.

Operational aircraft will not embark on the ship until late 2019 at the earliest. The ship will return in July to begin preparations for a trip to the United States in the autumn.

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BOATERS ARE REMINDED TO TEST ALARMS DURING the 2018 Boat Fire Safety Week, the RYA and firefighters across the country urged boaters to fit and test smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.

Fire crews visited boat owners and handed out Fire Safety on Boats and Carbon Monoxide Safety on Boats leaflets to help crew members know the risks and how to protect themselves.

Should fire break out or a carbon monoxide escape occur, the critical survival factor will be the presence of a suitable working smoke and CO alarms.

The Boat Safety Scheme publishes lists of suitable alarms on its website and has advice from manufacturers on the best places to fix the devices. The RYA also offers advice on fire prevention and fire-fighting equipment on its Safe Boating hub at www.rya.org.uk/go/safety.

NATIONS TROPHY FOR GREAT BRITAIN HANNAH Mills and Eilidh McIntyre won the World Cup Series final for the second year running as Elliot Hanson continued his run of success since returning from injury with a bronze.

After a string of silver medals in 2018, Hannah and Eilidh went into the regatta in Marseille, France, aiming to replicate their win in the women’s 470 class at the 2017 event, their first outing as a new crew.

The win sets the pair up perfectly for the 2018 season highlight, the Sailing World Championships taking place in Aarhus, Denmark in August.

In the Laser fleet the British Sailing Team had four athletes contesting the medal race – Nick Thompson,

Elliot Hanson, Michael Beckett and Lorenzo Chiavarini.

Rio 2016 Olympian Nick Thompson began the race in third after a stellar week marred only by two results outside of the top seven, but a seventh-place medal race finish saw him slip to fourth overall.

It was teammate Elliot, fresh from winning the Medemblik Regatta, his first outing since returning to action after ankle surgery, who capitalised on the medal race to snatch bronze.

The British Sailing Team’s closing day medal haul added to the bronze won by Ben Saxton and Nikki Boniface in the Nacra 17 multihull class, and saw Great Britain awarded the Nations Trophy for best overall performance.

Image: Sailing Energy/World Sailing

NEWS SNAPS CHARITY SAIL

Adam Pereira, from Ventor, was given Diabetes UK’s Fundraising Award at the charity’s Inspire Awards after single-handedly completing a 7,000mile transatlantic voyage from the Isle of Wight to New York. Adam, who was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes when he was 33, raised £1,000 for the charity.

YACHT REFLOATED

An 18ft yacht that was sinking in the Solent was refloated by lifeboat crews and towed to Lymington Yacht Haven. The boat had one person on board at the time of the incident, which occurred half a mile east of the entrance to the Lymington River.

DUNCAN’S RESCUE

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POWERBOAT FIRE GRANDADS OF THE ATLANTIC

FROM their base in Port Solent Marina, Neil Young and Peter Ketley are currently preparing to undertake the ‘world’s toughest rowing race’, the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, which will see 30 teams attempt to row unassisted 3,000 miles across the Atlantic from the Canary Islands to Antigua.

As former Parachute Regiment soldiers with a 40-year friendship and plenty of tough physical experience on their side, the ‘Grandads of the Atlantic’ have never rowed before and neither have any nautical experience. Both in their sixties, ‘the Grandads’ will attempt to set a World Record as the oldest pair to achieve this almighty challenge, with a combined age of 123-years-old.

The Grandads are raising money for three charities close to their hearts: Royal British Legion Industries, Dreams Come True and Support Our Paras. www.grandadsoftheatlantic.com

THE Swanage all-weather lifeboat was called to a boat on fire with two people on board.

The outboard engine of the small powerboat had caught fire forcing the pair to prepare to evacuate the boat.

Passing vessels went to the aid of the casualties upon seeing smoke bellowing from the powerboat. The crew on board the burning vessel had anchored and moved fuel tanks to the bow of the boat, before leaping on to one of the passing boats.

The lifeboat launched and was quickly on scene, first taking the two casualties on board. The volunteer lifeboat crew also rigged their hose to enable them to spray water over the smoking engine.

The lifeboat crew were able to use the anchor line of the casualty vessel to position it in such a way that a tow could be connected and the small powerboat was taken to waiting Dorset and Wiltshire Fire Service to ensure the fire was completely extinguished. www.rnli.org.uk

Royal Navy sailors on board HMS Duncan rescued two Algerian fishermen who had been stranded at sea for four days. An eagle-eyed lookout from the Portsmouth-based Type 45 destroyer spied the men’s boat by chance in the western Mediterranean – and the warship immediately offered food, fuel and life-saving assistance. So small was the men’s boat that the destroyer was just 600 feet away before it was spotted. Duncan then accompanied the small boat for several miles until an Algerian Coast Guard vessel arrived to take over the rescue effort.

COWES SPONSOR

Swanage lifeboat was called to a small powerboat with an engine fire. Image: RNLI/Don Williams

Cowes Week Ltd has announced a five-year sponsorship deal with telecoms operator aql, which dipped its toe in the water last year as the Official Communications Sponsor of Lendy Cowes Week and will remain in this capacity for a further five years. aql will work with CWL to identify mutually beneficial solutions to enhance the technology that sits behind delivery of the regatta. This year aql is also providing free branded spinnakers for all Squibs racing at Cowes Week in the 50th Anniversary Squib National Championship.

Cowes Week: 4 - 11 August www.lendycowesweek.co.uk

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THIS year marks the 50th birthday of TheYachtMarket.com Southampton Boat Show’s and it is set to be the biggest celebration of all things marine.

Hosting some of the world’s most luxurious and innovative boats, Europe’s largest purpose-built marina will welcome thousands of guests and businesses over the 10 days.

Whether tempted to dip your toe in for the first time, an aspiring sailor or seasoned boater, the show offers both a great social experience and the perfect opportunity to indulge a passion for the water. Regardless of age or experience, there will be plenty of opportunities for everyone to get involved.

This includes an array of watersports and boating activities from a cruise on board a luxury motor yacht and sailing on a 72ft round the world ocean race yacht.

As the marine environment becomes an increasing global concern, the

show will be host to leading and wellknown scientific and wildlife experts highlighting the environmental challenges facing the boating world.

This will include on and off the water attractions from the National Oceanography Centre. Alongside its pledge to cut on-site plastics at the event, it will showcase the technical innovations set to ensure that the future of the marine industry and the environment remains bright.

TheYachtMarket.com Southampton Boat Show’s 50th birthday is set to be the biggest and most incredible celebration yet, offering 10 unforgettable days celebrating the past whilst navigating the future of the marine world.

TheYachtMarket.com Southampton Boat Show takes place at Mayflower Park/ Town Quay, Southampton from 14 - 23 September 2018. Early Bird tickets are on sale, with two children under the age of 15 going free with each adult. www.southamptonboatshow.com

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WESTERN SHOW THE Western Boat Show is returning to Bristol on 20 - 22 July.

The show forms part of the Bristol Harbour Festival and will display a range of new and used boats to suit every budget plus all the boating equipment, from engines to deck shoes, for boating enthusiasts.

The Western Boat Show will cover every aspect of the leisure marine industry from boat builders, canoes, paddle boards, sail makers, marinas, holidays, chandlers, watersports and engine manufacturers to marine finance, clothing specialists and navigation equipment.

Richard Milbourn, event director of the Western Boat Show, said: “We are delighted to be making the boat show free to visitors and enabling the boats on the pontoons to be accessible to everyone as part of Bristol’s biggest free event. The 250 visiting boats moored up in the harbour and 250,000 visitors makes the festival a real boating party and a spectacle not to be missed.”

TheYachtMarket.com is creating a new three-day sailing event, which will run at the same time as the Southampton Boat Show. The regatta will take place from 17 - 19 September and will feature three cups: The City Cup – pitting teams from cities across the UK against one another for victory on the water The Women’s Cup – a day dedicated to all-female crews The Property Cup – bringing businesses from the property industry together to race on Southampton Water Richard W. Roberts, CEO of TheYachtMarket.com, said: “Getting people out on to the water really is a mission close to our hearts at TheYachtMarket.com. We have some of the best waters for racing right on our doorstep here in Southampton and it is such a shame that so many people have not had a chance to get out on it. That is exactly why we decided to take matters into our own hands and create a brand-new regatta that will let people do just that.”

TheYachtMarket.com Regatta also aims to support worthy causes. A percentage of entry fees will be split between Geoff Holt’s Wetwheels and Sail 4 Cancer. To find out more about the event and sign up to take part either as an individual or team visit www.theyachtmarket.com/regatta.

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BRITISH Marine, organisers of TheYachtMarket. com Southampton Boat Show 2018, has announced a long-term commitment to marine conservation.

Celebrating its 50th show this year, British Marine is taking steps to minimise the environmental impact of the event and raise awareness of the plight of the world’s oceans.

Working with the Marine Conservation Society, the organisers have launched a threeyear pledge which includes moving away from single use plastics, serving only sustainable fish, continuing to recycle waste wherever possible and encouraging environmentally responsible behaviour by visitors, exhibitors, staff and other stakeholders.

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By 2020, British Marine aims to have the individual engagement and signed commitment to marine conservation from all exhibitors and contractors through its Exhibitor & Contractor Environment Charter.

Greg Munford, Acting British Marine President, said: “As an industry which lives for being on the water, we see first-hand the effects humanity is having on our seas, rivers and inland waterways.

“As Britain’s biggest festival of boating, attracting an international audience of over 106,000 visitors and 500 marine businesses, TheYachtMarket.com Southampton Boat Show provides an ideal platform to drive change and get sailing enthusiasts and boat builders alike to take notice.” www.southamptonboatshow.com

LOOK AFTER YOUR LOCAL BEACH

CLEANING more beaches could tip the balance when it comes to stopping the plastic tide according to the Marine Conservation Society.

The charity needs volunteers to take part in clean-ups nationwide, and is looking for individuals willing to lead a clean themselves over the weekend 14 - 17 September, with the charity’s support.

During last year’s Great British Beach Clean, just under 7,000 volunteers cleaned 339 beaches and picked up more than 255,000 pieces of litter –

a 10 per cent rise in the amount of rubbish on UK beaches compared to 2016.

Plastic pollution in our seas and the crisis the oceans face are no longer under the radar – industry, individuals and governments know that we have to act now to take the momentum to fresh heights. The momentum has been taken to another level over the last 12 months by Blue Planet II, Sky Ocean Rescue and MCS’s own #STOPtheplastictide campaign.

“Cleaning 339 individual beaches last year was a fabulous achievement by our volunteers,” says Lizzie Prior, MCS Beach and River Clean Officer.

“But we know that it is only the tip of the iceberg.

There are hundreds of beaches around our coasts that have never been cleaned and surveyed – and it is the collection of this data that is so important to getting even more positive changes implemented than have already been achieved in the last year or so.”

The single-use plastic carrier bag charge across has resulted in a 28 per cent drop in the number of bags found on UK beaches.

Microbeads in personal care products have been banned in the UK and manufacturers and retailers have made wet wipe labelling clearer, and cut out their plastic content. High street bars and restaurants and smaller independents have banned plastic straws in their hundreds. There is a growing momentum to see a tax on plastic ‘on the go’ items like lids, stirrers and cutlery.

Find a beach you want to clean, sign up and register it on the MCS online system and they will provide you with all the help you need. www.mcsuk.org/beachwatch/organisers

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TAKE THE PLASTIC CHALLENGE TAKE on the Marine Conservation Society’s Plastic Challenge to try and detox your life of the planet’s reliance on plastic.

With more plastic than fish (by weight) in our seas predicted to be a possibility by 2050, our reliance on plastic in all its forms is clear, so MCS is asking people to give up single-use plastics for the whole of July.

The charity has run the Plastic Challenge

for the last four years. More than 1,000 people took part in 2016, and last year over 5,035 registered to give up using single use plastic. That includes food packaged in plastic, water bottles, milk bottles and shower gels.

“This is a challenge that you can make as easy or as hard for yourself as you like,” said Dr. Sue Kinsey, MCS Technical

Specialist. “But however you choose to do it you will not fail to realise just how reliant on plastic we have become.

Some things are really tough to replace however much you want to give up single-use plastic.”

Among the things people found hardest to replace were milk containers, dried goods like pasta rice and pulses, loo paper

and toothpaste. Last year challengers made their own bread, yogurt, cleaning and bathroom products like mouthwash and sugar scrubs.

MCS has also written a useful book on living life without plastic: How To Live Plastic Free – a day in the life of a plastic detox. www.mcsuk.org/plastic-challenge

CLEAN UP OUR SEAS THE Ocean Summit, during the Volvo Ocean Race Cardiff stopover, saw a range of announcements that provide further momentum in the fight against plastic pollution.

Following a video address from Prince Charles, announcements from the Welsh Government, Iceland Foods and new microplastics data from the Volvo Ocean Race Science Programme all helped advance the growing movement to turn the tide on plastic.

At the event, in the Cardiff Race Village, the Welsh Government signed the country up to the United Nations Environment’s #CleanSeas campaign alongside World Sailing and the International Olympic Committee.

The Welsh Government also said that drinking water would be made available along the 870-mile Wales Coast path to help reduce the use of single use plastics.

Iceland Foods Group revealed the extension of their in-store trial of a Deposit Return Scheme. The reverse vending machines accept Iceland’s empty plastic beverage bottles and repay customers with a 10p voucher for each recycled bottle, to be used in store.

To date, Ocean Summits in Alicante, Cape Town, Hong Kong and Newport, Rhode Island, have already resulted in governments, businesses and a range of ocean advocates leading by example by making solid commitments to help stop the spread of plastic in our seas.

Image: Jesus Renedo/Volvo Ocean Race

NEWS SNAPS MICROBEAD BAN

Following a ban in January on the manufacture of personal products containing microbeads, including shower gels, face scrubs and toothpastes, all such items were banned from sale in England and Scotland from 19 June. The Marine Conservation Society says that although the ban on the manufacture and sale of personal care products containing microbeads is fantastic news, it is only half the story. It says the ban must be now extended to all products that contain these tiny yet incredibly harmful pieces of plastic.

CRUISE PASSION

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NEW PROJECT LAUNCHED WELSH sail training charity Challenge Wales had Volvo Ocean Race skipper Dee Caffari help launch their new Environmental Project at the Volvo Ocean Race Village in Cardiff Bay. Fresh from battling the elements, and fighting the tides of the Bristol Channel, Dee said she was shocked by the lack of wildlife at sea, caused by pollution and plastics dumped in our oceans.

The Environmental Project is the latest addition to the Challenge Wales programme to give young people who participate on their sailing days and voyages an opportunity to get an accredited qualification to add to their CV, while improving a host of life-skills through the process of hands-on sailing of an ocean racing yacht.

Dee said: “During the race we have been carrying out a science project to measure microplastics in the oceans.

There were microplastics present in the most southerly part of the Southern Ocean.

“The problem is that you cannot see it, but it is everywhere, and everything in the food chain is affected. The potential health implications are enormous.”

The environmental initiatives that Challenge Wales has been focusing on include measuring plankton to bring science to life, as well as developing accreditation in the environmental activities and enabling young people to get involved in issues affecting the marine environment. www.challengewales.org

Ben O’Donnell, of Southampton, has been chosen by Royal Caribbean to help shape the future of cruise ships. According to the Daily Echo, Ben will be in a panel of youngsters, Little Extraordinaires, advising how to make the Royal Caribbean’s ships as family-friendly as possible.

11-year-old Ben’s passion for cruise ships saw him spend three months building the Independence of the Seas using LEGO after seeing it pass his bedroom window.

ARCADIA COMING

The new Arcadia A105 will make its official debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival (11 - 16 September). On the upper deck, the convertible skylounge opens aft towards the sun lounge, creating a large 65 square metre relaxation area.

FINAL STRAW

Emirates Spinnaker Tower is the latest business to ban plastic straws as part of a drive to dramatically reduce single use plastics. Working in partnership with The Final Straw Solent, Emirates Spinnaker Tower will now only offer biodegradable straws with drinks sold in their Waterfront Café and sky-high tearoom The Clouds. www.spinnakertower.co.uk

JACK’S #CLEANSEAS PLEDGE SINGER Jack Johnson has partnered with the Volvo Ocean Race and 11th Hour Racing to fight ocean plastic pollution by taking the #CleanSeas pledge.

The musician, who has sold more than 25 million albums worldwide, became a UN Environment Goodwill Ambassador on World Environment Day in 2015. The role aligns with his commitment to raise environmental awareness in the music industry and to encourage venues and fans to reduce plastic waste. His social action

network, All At Once, connects concertgoers with local non-profits at every show.

Anne-Cecile Turner, Volvo Ocean Race Sustainability Programme Leader, said: “To have Jack Johnson support the Clean Seas campaign to inspire his fans and music lovers around the world to take action against plastic pollution is truly inspiring.”

“By taking the #CleanSeas pledge and reducing his own plastic footprint whilst on tour Jack sends a clear message that we all need to take action in our own lives to

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stop plastic from entering our seas.”

Since 2005, Jack Johnson’s production team has been at the forefront of the green touring movement, applying eco-friendly solutions to tour production and encouraging venues to adopt lasting sustainable practices. As part of his current All The Light Above It Too tour, waste reduction measures have been expanded with on-site water refill stations and the elimination of singleuse plastic water bottles backstage. The

tour is working with venues to eliminate plastics straws and promote Reusable Print Programs.

Jack is also promoting the short film, The Smog of the Sea, which makes an artful call to action for rethinking singleuse plastics.

Read Jack Johnson’s Top 10 Plastic Free Tips at allatonce.org/plastic-free-top10.

Join the movement to stop plastic pollution and sign on to the #CleanSeas pledge.

An Isle of Wight club, Royal Victoria Yacht Club, is set to become single use plastic free after teaming up with Surfers Against Sewage. Matt Harwood, from Surfers Against Sewage, gave a presentation regarding plastic use to Cllr Murwill, head of the IW Community Plastic Forum, and the club’s commodore, Steve Sheridan. Cadets from the yacht club also completed a clean-up of Fishbourne Beach.

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CLIPPER RACE CONFIRMS SPRINT FINISH FINALE

The race start of the 2017-18 Clipper Round the World Yacht Race, Albert Dock, Liverpool. Image: OnEdition

AFTER 10 days and 1,900nm, PSP Logistics powered home to take victory in Race 11: Nasdaq Race from Panama to New York with the team’s second win of the 2017-18 edition of the Clipper Race.

Meanwhile, Sanya Serenity Coast has further strengthened its lead in the overall standings after taking second place.

The fight for third went right down to the wire, with GREAT Britain crossing the finish line just nine minutes ahead of Unicef. For GREAT Britain it capped off what has been a spectacular Leg 7 with back-to-back podiums.

Skipper Dave Hartshorn said: “This podium feels better than the last one, although that was a great feeling. The team has worked so hard to go from second to

fourth and pull it back in the last few hours.”

The start of the final leg of the Clipper 2017-18 Race, the Atlantic Homecoming Leg, began on 25 June.

On 28 July the Clipper 2017-18 Round the World Yacht Race will be reaching a thrilling climax as the fleet sprints up the River Mersey in a spectacular first-time crowd facing finale that will conclude outside the historic Royal Albert Dock Liverpool.

After racing 40,000nm around the globe, the sprint finish will offer up to three bonus race points, which will be added to the teams’ overall points tally. The sprint could determine the overall race finish positions for the coveted Clipper Race Cup. The 11-strong fleet of evenly matched one design racing yachts, crewed by

everyday people representing 42 different nationalities and all walks of life, will return after completing the full circumnavigation.

Clipper Race Founder and Chairman, Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, said: “Since setting off from Liverpool, the 2017-18 edition has been one of the most thrilling, closely matched ocean racing spectacles in Clipper Race history.

“After experiencing some of the most inhospitable conditions on the planet, the non-professional Clipper Race crew members will have raced across six different oceans and will have visited six different continents by the time they return to Liverpool.

“They have seen nature in the raw, conditions that would terrify most sailors,

but they have come through it and given themselves an experience that most people on this planet can only ever visualise.”

To celebrate the return of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race, there will be a programme of performances and activities taking place at the Royal Albert Dock from midday to 6pm on 28 - 29 July. It will feature local arts organisations which represent Liverpool and other port cities and countries visited by the yachts since they set sail on 20 August last year.

Deputy Mayor and cabinet member for culture, tourism and events, Councillor Wendy Simon, said: “When the race began in August, it boosted the local economy by £7.5million as thousands of people headed to our world heritage waterfront to give all the crews the send-off they deserved. We are hoping for a similar impact in July, and I look forward to being part of large crowds giving a warm Liverpool welcoming home to the crews who have completed such an incredible challenge.”

Throughout the weekend, the bright red Clipper Race Roadshow Dome will be in place at the Race Village where visitors can discover more about the Clipper Race. There will be opportunities to try out virtual reality 360 headsets to experience a day in the life of an ocean racer, talk to crew, learn about the technology on board or try your hand at the Marlow Rope challenge.

The Clipper Race yachts will also be opened up to the public to find out about what life is like on board, above and below decks, and the Liverpool 2018 team entry will remain in the city until 5 August. www.clipperroundtheworld.com

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SARDINIA CHALLENGE FOR CUP

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THE beautiful island of Sardinia has issued a challenge, which has been accepted, to win the 36th America’s Cup to be held in New Zealand during 2021.

Heading up Sardinia Challenge is Renato Azzara, the founder of Sardinia Yacht Services, a yacht racing enthusiast with many victories under his belt.

The government of Sardinia has given the Challenge the use of the almost unused G8 summit facilities on the island of Maddalena as a training base until mid 2020; the headquarters will be in Olbia. The whole effort will be transferred to Auckland in New Zealand during 2020.

The Challenge has been named after Adelasia a mysterious Queen of Sardinia who went through the medieval world glorifying Sardinia, defending it with her love as she lived a life of sacrifice and loneliness in her Castle of Goceano.

The Adelasia di Torres Foundation and NAVIGO, the marine association of the Tuscany Nautical Cluster, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to build the boats required for the 36th America’s Cup. Pietro Angelini, director of NAVIGO, said: “The work we will carry out will allow us to identify the best professionals and innovators in our area in order to enhance their technological and artisan skills to guarantee not only participation in the America’s Cup but also the winning of this magnificent trophy.”

The racing team will be headed up by Duccio Colombi, a well-known trainer on fast racing yachts who is responsible for winning 11 Italian Championships, two European Championships and four World Championships.

Entries for Challengers closed on 30 June.

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MAJOR FIRE DESTROYS AMERICA’S CUP BASE A fire broke out in Groupama Team France’s former base utilised during the 35th America’s Cup in Lorient, Brittany.

There were no casualties, and the material damage did not affect Team France’s equipment as this is now stored at their sports activity premises. Moreover, the AC 50, the boat used in the 35th edition of the Cup, was not stored there.

The sports programme led by Franck Cammas in 2018 (GC32 Racing Tour with Norauto powered by Team France and the Youth Team France programme supported

by Suzuki) will continue as normal.

“This has no impact whatsoever on our motivation and our campaign for the next edition of the Cup” said Franck Cammas, skipper of Team France.

“Even though it is a real shame to witness the destruction of an innovative building. I hope that a new building for challenges will quickly see the light of day so that this great idea continues to bear fruit.”

Team France say that, bolstered by the unfailing support of partners and supporters, they will continue to work hard so that France is present at the 36th America’s Cup.

INEOS JOINS GC32 TOUR BRITAIN’S America’s Cup team, INEOS TEAM UK, has joined the 2018 GC32 Racing Tour.

INEOS TEAM UK was launched in April to challenge for the 36th America’s Cup. On the water, Sir Ben Ainslie will be joined by fellow Finn Olympic gold medallist, Giles Scott, resuming the role of tactician that he undertook during the 35th America’s Cup. Two new signings include twotime America’s Cup winner Joey Newton

(AUS/GBR) as jib trimmer and Australian Olympic 49er gold and silver medallist, Iain Jensen joining as a mainsail trimmer.

Completing the line-up will be two time America’s Cup World Series winner, Nick Hutton and 2017 Red Bull Youth America’s Cup Champion, Neil Hunter as float. The 2018 circuit concludes in Toulon, France in October. www.gc32racingtour.com

INEOS TEAM UK’s crew. From left to right: Iain Jensen, Giles Scott, Joey Newton, Sir Ben Ainslie, Neil Hunter and Nick Hutton. Image: Harry Kenney-Herbert / INEOS TEAM UK

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SAILORS’ STORIES

Sailors’ Society, a charity that helped The Beatles when they fell on hard times, has released a new book called 200 Stories from the Sea, which includes how it fed George Harrison horsemeat in Hamburg.

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Dongfeng Race Team won the Volvo Ocean Race 2017-18 in the closest finish in race history.

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THE final leg of the Volvo Ocean Race determined the overall winner after the finish of Leg 10 in Gothenburg had left the top three teams in a dead heat.

With three teams – MAPFRE, Team Brunel and Dongfeng Race Team – competing for the overall title it was always going to be an exciting finish to this iconic race.

In the end, though, it was Dongfeng Race Team who won the Volvo Ocean Race 2017-18 in the closest finish in race history.

Skipper Charles Caudrelier led his team to victory on the 970-mile sprint from Gothenburg, Sweden to The Hague.

Incredibly, it actually marked the first leg win for the team.

Each of the three leading teams led at various points and had their opportunities to grab the prize.

However it was Caudrelier and his crew who made a bold call to take a coastal route to the finish, which squeezed them tight against the shoreline and separated them from the other leaders by a series of Exclusion Zones.

As the teams converged again, just a few miles from the finish, it was Dongfeng Race Team, flying down the coast from the north sliding in front of the offshore group, who earnt their first leg win and overall victory.

The result makes this the closest finish in the 45-year history of the race and marks the first win for a Chinese-flagged team. It also means Carolijn Brouwer and Marie Riou were on board as the first women sailors to win the Volvo Ocean Race.

Xabi Fernández’s MAPFRE was third on the leg, which put the team into second overall. Completing the final podium positions was Team Brunel whose fourth place leg finish left the team in third place overall.

The final In-Port Race will determine the sixth and seventh place positions in this edition of the Volvo Ocean Race as both SHK/Scallywag and Dee Caffari’s Turn the Tide on Plastic finished the race on equal points. www.volvooceanrace.com

NEW OWNERS FOR MAJOR RACE VOLVO Ocean Race organisers have confirmed the next edition of the race will start in 2021, under new ownership.

Atlant Ocean Racing Spain, led by Richard Brisius, Johan Salén and Jan Litborn, will take over the Volvo Ocean Race from Volvo Group and Volvo Cars, the co-owners of the event for the past 20 years.

Brisius, Salén and Litborn have extensive experience in the premier round the world race, having worked with seven Volvo Ocean Race campaigns over the past 28 years. Brisius and Salén started as sailors in the 1989-90 race, before finding success as team managers, including winning efforts with EF Language (1997-98) and Ericsson 4 (2008-09). Most recently, they managed Team SCA, the all-female entry, in the last edition of the race.

In November 2017, Brisius and Salén were named President and co-President of the current edition of the Volvo Ocean Race.

“The history of this round the world race is inspiring and the future is very promising,” said Brisius. “This race is about people and I am humbled by the prospects to serve some of the finest athletes and sport professionals in this world as well as leading partners to the race and host cities.

“We are in this for the long run and we are determined that the race will go from strength to strength as a sustainable premier world event.”

The organisers of the race are considering having two classes of boats racing in 2021, potentially with the existing Volvo Ocean 65 one-design class

and another class, yet to be determined, competing in the same race.

“We will continue to innovate, and it is promising that from day one we can think long-term as we have the resources secured to deliver the next race already,” said Salén.

“Opening the race to another existing class would allow us to tap into an existing inventory of round the world race boats that are at the cutting edge of technology. We see this as a way to challenge the best sailors in the world with a class that encourages development and sits at the forefront of the sport.”

While the next race will start in 2021, additional significant racing activity is expected to take place as early as possible to offer stakeholders an extended period of activation in the build-up to the start

and to allow future teams the opportunity to build an extensive training programme.

Volvo Cars will remain as a sponsor of the 2021 race, while there is an ongoing conversation already with existing host cities and sponsors for the 2021 race and prior sailing activities.

Björn Annwall, Senior Vice President at Volvo Cars, said: “After 20 years we feel that it is time to hand over responsibility for this prestigious competition to a new and capable owner with the experience and know-how needed to develop it even further. Volvo Cars will continue to support the next edition of the race as a sponsor with a special focus on sustainability.”

The 2017-18 edition of the race was scheduled to finish in The Hague on 30 June. www.volvooceanrace.com

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NEWS SNAPS CLUB INITIATIVE

A total of 15 sailing clubs have been chosen to become the first British Youth Sailing Recognised Clubs as part of a new scheme celebrating excellence in developing sailing stars of the future. The initiative sees the RYA working alongside sailing clubs to promote grassroots sailing and support junior and youth sailors as they develop racing skills. In order for a club to achieve BYS Recognised Club status it must meet a series of exacting standards. The Recognised Clubs scheme replaces the longrunning Champion Clubs programme.

WELCOME ABOARD

They have a shared history at the heart of the country’s proud shipbuilding and navy story and now Buckler’s Hard Maritime Museum has been formally welcomed to The National Museum of the Royal Navy’s affiliate partnership scheme. The expanding affiliation scheme brings together independent museums and organisations that have important naval heritage. Affiliation links the museum heritage to better explain the British naval story and to also share visitor activities, teach new skills and promote work together.

WETWHEELS SOLENT

Sir Ben Ainslie and Wetwheels founder Geoff Holt Sir Ben Ainslie named the latest Wetwheels boat at Gunwharf Quays. Wetwheels Solent is the latest in the Wetwheels fleet bringing the number to four in the UK with a fifth being launched in Whitby in August by Princess Anne.

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MARY ROSE

This summer passengers on Wightlink’s FastCat service crossing the Solent will be able to learn more about Henry VIII’s flagship Mary Rose from displays at Ryde Pier Head.

WINNERS

Congratulations to the following winners of May’s Orolia Grab Bag competition: Stewart Miller, James Carline, Neil Bennett, Carolyn Pattrick, Richard Field, James Roser, Carolyn Broadbent, Sandra Clarke and Adrian Bold.

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There will be nine open days from 21 July to 2 September with 21 July a special open day to celebrate the lighthouse’s re-painting.

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They collaborate with specialist mobility equipment suppliers and can accessorise vessels to suit specific requirements. www.patriotmarine.co.uk

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COASTAL landmarks which have fallen into disrepair have the opportunity to have life breathed back into them by a government fund launched by Coastal Communities Minister Jake Berry.

The £1 million Coastal Revival Fund will support the restoration of some of the nation’s most iconic and best-loved coastal architecture including places like the Pavilion Theatre within the Grade II*

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Winter Gardens building of Blackpool and Swanage’s historic Victorian pier in Dorset. The fund, now in its third year, will provide grants to at-risk coastal heritage sites to fund repairs and restoration, or support large scale projects to see them through to completion.

The government is inviting bids from local communities, charities and councils to receive up to £50,000 per project.

THE Environment Agency has advised the public to beware of third party websites offering to buy fishing licences on behalf of anglers.

The Environment Agency has received reports from anglers who have used such websites and been charged up to double the price for a licence. There have also been instances of anglers being charged a fee but not receiving a

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These websites are not endorsed by the Environment Agency and anyone wanting to buy a fishing licence should go to the GOV.UK website. Here you can buy a 12 month fishing licence from £30 and junior licences are free for 13 - 16 year olds. Customers purchasing from GOV.UK will receive a reference number allowing them to go fishing immediately.

According to the RNLI seven people claimed ‘floating’ helped save their life in 2017, after the charity advocated this as a key survival skill last summer. As the RNLI’s national drowning prevention campaign Respect the Water enters its fifth year, the charity is urging anyone who finds themselves in trouble in cold water to stay calm and ‘float’ on their back for a short time to regain control of their breathing. rnli.org

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POWERING AHEAD SIMON EVERETT ROUNDS UP THIS MONTH’S ENGINE NEWS. Like the space race, the outboard manufacturers are still playing the brinkmanship game with them falling over themselves to ‘get one over’ on the opposition.

Whilst the V8 outboard is nothing new, Evinrude, who built the very first outboard motor, built a 2-stroke, 3.5 litre V8 monster under the OMC banner that was purported to make 390hp in the early 1980s. Being a carburetted 2-stroke, running at 9,000rpm or more, they drank fuel as fast as it could be refined, but they were powerful, fast and reliable and the noise they made is unforgettable; you could call it ‘sound engineering’!

TOP POWER

CAD drawings of a new development – 3-stroke engines

Modern outboards using the V8 platform are now available from 200hp, wearing the Mercury badge, or the tuning forks of Yamaha in 350hp guise.

The daddy of them all, though, is the leviathan produced by Seven Marine, boasting three models based on a 5.7-litre, supercharged V8 lump churning out gutwrenching horsepowers of 527, 577 and the latest incarnation tuned to the highest outboard power available at 627hp.

Each of them is housed in sublime styling to grace the transoms of the most discerning owners in the world.

Green credentials do not even enter the equation.

A single cylinder Selva; she trims better with some weight in the bow

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At the other end of the scale, in the smaller outboard ranges, why is it the good old single cylinder seems to have been mostly eschewed once you go beyond 6hp in favour of the twin cylinder design?

The whole ethos of a small engine is to save weight and space, a twin is heavier and less compact than a single and at low output the power-weight ratio is easily affected, a couple of kilos at this end is a significant percentage. The reasons given, of course, are smoother power delivery, reduced vibration and easier starting.

With a modern capacitor or ECU ignition starting a single is not that difficult, you just have to be sensible and pull it over the non-firing stroke before trying. Of course, having an in-built electric start negates that characteristic and starting is no more difficult than turning the key.

There are many, many thumpers working hard all over the world. In motorcycle circles singles are still well thought of.

A small capacity, 4-stroke single has a charm of its own with the pop-poppop exhaust note that suits a relaxed boating approach, with remarkable fuel economy too because the engine only fires once every 720-degrees of the crank.

NEW DEVELOPMENT

Those are the two extremes, but how about if I told you there is an alternative being developed, in fact it is well down the development route and it is being designated as a 3-stroke as it uses characteristics from both the 2-stroke and 4-stroke cycle.

Currently in development as a 6.5hp or 8hp variant, the ingenious design uses crankcase pressure to create a forced induction making for a very torquey motor at light weight and simplicity as the lubrication is via direct injection into the fuel through the air intake.

The new 3-stroke system uses TCW3 oil for ultra low emissions and effective lubrication in the same manner as any other oil-in-fuel engine. The crankcase pressurised intake acts like a supercharger at lower revs, allowing the little motor to pull like a donkey.

It will be interesting to see the finished item and put it through its paces.

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NEW KIT REGATTA MASTER WATCH

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The Regatta Master Watch is packed with functionality to help you not only perform better, but also look the part on and off the water. As well as being water resistant up to 50m, its dual alarm function, impact resistant construction and alert sounds are just a few features that make it a popular piece of kit. The watch also features a countdown / countup timer to aid racing, whilst its luminescent backlight and stainlesssteel buttons give the watch a great look. £130 www.gillmarine.com

DECK BAG

Definitely designed with getting afloat in mind this dry bag will allow you to take your gear on the water without getting wet.

Not only is it a really useful size – 22 litres – but it has various pockets to hold valuables, a towel, clothes and a couple of drink bottles. It is easy to grab your bottle as the deck bag has two external pockets.

The top mesh pocket is ideal for easy access to items like your mobile (inside dry bag), cap, suncream and so on. It is great to be able to keep everything

Lots more kit tried and tested on our website: www.allatsea.co.uk

The first of the new Kru lifejacket collection to make its appearance for 2018 was the high performance Kru Sport Pro, which is designed to perform in the most advanced conditions. The jacket is available as standard or as an ADV model, so-called because of its advanced features, which include a lifejacket light, sprayhood and UML Pro Sensor Elite operating head, all fitted as standard. The major design improvement includes a much lower profile scoop neck design which together knowing it will stay dry, and safe. It is made from 100 per cent waterproof TPU fabric and includes a YKK aquaseal zip. While we did not try it on a stand-up paddle board, this is one of the ideal uses as it attaches to the board. Other useful features are external bungees and D rings to easily connect more kit.

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SHORE STYLE REGATTA VISOR

A popular choice for sailing in warmer weather, the Gill Regatta Visor, with reflective detailing, will help prevent you from overheating, whilst keeping the sun out of your eyes. The visor also protects you from the sun’s rays with its built-in UV 50. £17 www.gillmarine.com

LIGHT JACKET

New for the summer is Helly Hansen’s Verglas line of jackets for the warmer months. Designed for men and women, this hybrid jacket with 800-fill Allied down in a 25D lightweight fabric and softshell mix is designed to offer warmth when needed and allows for maximum breathability and quick release of excess heat during exertion. £160 www.hellyhansen.com

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This 100 per cent cotton Tibbet Micro Print Slub Short Sleeve Shirt from Weird Fish features a subtle boat print and is a simple yet stylish shirt, ideal for any occasion – on and off the boat - this season. £30 www.weirdfish.co.uk

The Revolve 18 dress by Protest features a colourful all over print with large stripes and styles. Bright, bold and striking, this dress is ideal for relaxing summer days spent on the boat or chilling in your local sailing club or marina. £32.99 | www.protest.eu

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SAILING WITHOUT WELLIES When the new sailing season arrived All at Sea reader Norman Pasley was hoping for two sunny days in a row to mark the end of the long winter.

I advise my crew, Roger: “You will not need your wellies; I have not owned sailing wellies for 30 years.”

“Ok, Norm, I will leave them at home.”

The next morning Keith in the boatyard carefully lifts my boat, Beachcomber, in the crane slings, lowers it into the river and secures it to a marina pontoon. The same morning Roger drives up from Cornwall.

After a pub lunch we go to the boatyard to get the sails on. The genoa is looking good; I gave it a damp cloth and woollen-cleaner rub down on the sitting room carpet a week ago. The sprayhood, professionally cleaned and with new windows, presents more of a memory and refit problem. It takes far too long to get it properly aligned over the tubes and in the grooves.

It is now five pm and it has been a long day, so I am happy to stay on the pontoon for another night. Rog, however, still energetic, wants to stick to Plan A and so I agree to go.

HEADING OFF It is the start of the ebb tide and we glide quietly out of the boatyard and down the river. Soon a bank of cloud obscures the daytime sun and the temperature drops. 40 minutes later a cold south-westerly wind greets us at Southampton Water. It is woolly hat time.

We notice the wind blowing the waves towards us on the starboard side, about four points off the bow. I unfurl the main and the speed jumps two knots. I unfurl a reefed genoa and discover the jib sheet is on the inside of the inner shroud, not where it should be.

Never mind, engine off, the wind powers us south. We cross the eastern shoulder of Bramble Bank, stem the westbound ebb in the Solent, and comfortably enter the channel east of Cowes breakwater. Except for the grey sky and wind chill, this is what sailing is about.

We tie up at a pontoon mid-way between Cowes and Newport and have something to eat on board.

“I have lost my nail scissors,” Roger announces, but more on this missing item later.

The night is unexpectedly cold. I am not amused to hear the noise of a space heater on another boat down the pontoon. My woolly hat stays on.

HEADING ASHORE The next morning, we warm up with hot tea and muesli topped with banana slices.

Roger still cannot find his nail scissors.

We untie Max (the inflatable) from the coach roof, empty out the overnight rain and row ashore. Sunday lunch at the Folly Inn is really good.

“Where are we going now, Norm?”

Rog says. “We are going to walk to Island Harbour Marina to see if my friend Robin is on his boat, and then have a relaxing afternoon coffee.”

It quickly becomes apparent that record spring rainfall has softened the surface of the Isle of Wight. The going through the field is ultra soft. Roger, whose right ankle has been swollen for weeks, is not keen to walk very far. We divert to the river bank which is not much firmer.

Roger misses his wellies and lets me know that his wet shoes and socks are not doing his swollen ankle any good.

Soon the destination is in view. Robin is away, and so I order cappuccinos for Roger and me in the restaurant. Wearing many layers we find it too hot inside, so we sit outside under the veranda watching the raindrops rebound in a freshwater pool on the next table. Indoors a guitarist is playing for a happy wedding group.

On the return walk we find some new soft spots on the beach and field and I hear Roger, the most polite of people, swear once.

We carry Max to the water’s edge by the top of the slipway and wait for the incoming tide to float us. Our patience pays off and we row back to Beachcomber.

Roger takes off his wet shoes and his nail scissors, in their leather pouch, falls out of one of them! “I never felt them there,” he says...

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EXPERTS’ FORUM UNDERSTANDING YOUR BOAT’S WINCHES

SIMON REYNOLDS, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT, SALES AND MARKETING MANAGER, BARTON MARINE, LOOKS AT THE CARE AND UPGRADING OF WINCHES. Winches are expensive and vital pieces of deck hardware that have a tough life and are often exposed to the elements all year round. So it is vital that you look after them.

If the sheets or guy are snagging, binding or the winch is not rotating freely then it is time for maintenance.

It is important to make sure that there is no gunk or cracking inside that can impact on the load bearing capability.

Whether you are overhauling your winch yourself or getting some help, it might seem complicated, but it is really less daunting than you might think.

There are lots of tips, step-by-step guides and useful videos to help, and once you have done it a few times you will feel really confident.

An easy process to follow is when you are removing and cleaning the different parts of the winch. I would recommend placing the parts in a box in the order that you remove them.

So when cleaning each piece set it down in the same spot that you picked it up from, so that the parts are always in order to make reassembly easier and quicker.

When you are removing and cleaning the winch take time to carefully inspect the pawls and springs to check for any signs of wear, pitting or distortion, and replace them as needed.

off in a figure of eight or unable to release sheets quickly, then the Barton wincher upgrades your existing winch to make it self-tailing.

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Each month, All at Sea invites a leading marine industry expert to share their opinion together with their top tips to help you get the most from your boating. moulding fits over the top of standard winches, converting them to self-tailing.

This simple operation works when the line is sheeted under load, which means the coils climb up the winch drum and then become gripped by the underside of the wincher’s rubber body. It is designed to be easy to install and fit a range of popular winches.

MAINTENANCE As well as making sure that the winches are overhauled, as sailors, we are aware that the marine environment can affect the performance of our deck hardware.

Therefore, regularly rinsing and flushing out with fresh water can remove much of the salt that may have accumulated, and extend the life of the winch as a result.

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MARY’S BIG BROTHER We have learnt so much from the discovery of the Mary Rose and the still submerged Invincible, but is the Solent holding further secrets?

You cannot have a wreck of a warship without the obligatory cannon and cannon balls and the Invincible is no exception.

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

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he story of the loss of the Mary Rose in 1545, then 437 years later its amazing recovery from the mud just outside of Portsmouth Harbour is a sea story as good as anything that smacks of the Spanish Main.

The creation of the fantastic Mary Rose Museum at Portsmouth has given us an insight into not just the technologies in place back in the sixteenth century, but the lifestyles of the sailors who formed the backbone of the Royal Navy.

Yet the Mary Rose was far from unique in being a Solent shipwreck of vital historical importance. Just a short distance to the east from where the Mary Rose lay are the remains of HMS Invincible, two ships that are close in proximity but more than 200 years apart in terms of development.

FRENCH ORIGINS Despite the name, the Invincible (the HMS tag on warships would not be used until 1789) is not even a British made ship. Instead she was built in 1744 by our arch enemies of the time, the French, at Rochefort in Western France. In the mid-1700s, French warship design was considered superior to that available to the Royal Navy.

At 170ft long and nearly 1,800 tones displacement, L’Invincible was not only fast and agile but was armed with a mix of 74 cannon of various size and capability, making her a potent fighting ship.

These guns would face a severe test just three years later when, during the Battle of Cape Finisterre they would

fight a desperate rear-guard action against six ships of the British Channel Squadron. With her hull battered by the British broadsides and with most of her crew either killed or wounded, L’Invincible finally struck her colours and surrendered.

After being taken back to the UK as a prize and repaired, now under the anglicized name Invincible, she joined the Royal Navy where her influence would quickly spread. When Invincible joined the ranks of the Royal Navy as a 74 gunner, she was unique, yet in just 50 years’ time, by the run up to the decisive battle at Trafalgar, 74-gun ships made up more two-thirds of all our ships of the line.

Nor was it just the hull design of the Invincible that would bring about major changes to warship construction, but also the way in which she had been built, with the use of iron knees a portent of what would come in the next generation of industrial process ship building UNLUCKY SHIP Clearly, the Invincible was a ship of huge importance in the development of the global power that the Royal Navy could project, but sadly she may have been one of those ships that would always be seen as ‘unlucky’.

On a breezy day in February 1758 she was part of a major fleet that departed from Portsmouth, intending to cross the Atlantic before attacking French positions in Nova Scotia. No sooner had she cleared the harbour mouth than her rudder jammed, forcing Invincible out of the main channel and on to the Dean Sand Bank.

The quality of some of the artefacts recovered is outstanding, such as this small sandglass which was used when calculating the speed of the ship.

Image: Invincible 1744 Project

Once recovered from the sea bed, the quality of the finds can be easily seen.

Image: Invincible 1744 Project

Desperate attempts were made to refloat the ship, but within days the hull was flooded and canted over on to its beam ends. Perhaps the only good news was that the crew were rescued with the wreck not claiming any more lives.

Some gear was salvaged at the time, but with the passing of the wooden hulled sailing ships in favour of first steam and then the ironclads, the story of Invincible passed into history.

BACK IN FAVOUR The fishermen who ply their trade in the Solent knew that there was a wreck on the bank as it was a place to avoid with their nets, but with the new levels of interest in such sites that came with the Mary Rose story, divers started exploring the sea bed and found extensive remains still in place.

With sports diving becoming ever more popular, it was vital to get some protection for the wreck site to prevent important items from being looted, and in 1980 the Invincible was designated as a Historic Shipwreck.

However, over enthusiastic sub-aqua groups would not be the only challenge facing the wreck as changes in the current flows within the Solent had started to expose more of the remains and, once freed from the mud, the timbers were quickly attacked by gribble worms.

Little wonder that in 2013, the Invincible site was listed as one of the 10 most ‘at risk’ heritage sites. But with her proximity to Portsmouth and the crucial role she played in the maritime development story, the Invincible was just too important a wreck to ignore.

With MAST, the Maritime Archaeology Sea Trust, taking the lead, partnered by Bournemouth University, The Museum of the Royal Navy and Pascoe Archaeological Services, additional funding came when £2million of fines that had been levied on to the Banks as part of the Libor scandal were allotted to the project.

The results have been spectacular, with an increase in our knowledge about the ships of the time and, courtesy of the artefacts (including an unopened flagon of rum) that have been brought up from the seabed, a greater awareness of life afloat at that time.

Many of the items recovered from Invincible will be put on show in the Royal Navy Museum in Portsmouth, but with the Mary Rose and now the Invincible, one can but wonder what other secrets are still hidden beneath the busy waters of the Solent!

Despite the swirling tides and poor visibility, the divers have continued to recover many well preserved artefacts, such as this bowl. Image: Michael Pitts

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BOATING HOLIDAYS EVERY MONTH WE BRING YOU A SELECTION OF SUPER OFFERS

COOPER ISLAND

BVI Yacht Charters got in touch to let us know Cooper Island Beach Club re-opened in the spring following the hurricanes last September. The Beach Club, which includes everything from a boutique hotel to one of the Caribbean’s largest rum bars, is a family owned eco–resort on the sandy shores of Manchioneel Bay and is only accessible by private boat. In front of Cooper Island you will find many moorings where you can stay overnight, and it is an easy reach from Tortola.

They are accepting reservations until 12 August when they close for 10 weeks maintenance. They re-open on 25 October for the new 2018 - 19 season.

CIBC is a ‘laid-back-luxe’ property – 85 per cent solarpowered and eco-friendly - but without sacrificing guest comfort.

Having lost several Seagrape and palm trees Manchioneel Bay looks a little bare, but they have replanted Coconut palms donated by the BVI Tourism Board’s ‘Seeds of Love’ program.

They told us: “It is heartening to see so many charter yachts in the channel. The BVI still offers amazing sailing, beaches, scenery and marine life – but now there are just fewer crowds!” www.bviyachtcharters.com reservations@ cooperislandbeachclub.com

NECKER ISLAND

Necker Island is the Caribbean island retreat of billionaire, Sir Richard Branson. It can be found north of the Gorda Sound and is surrounded by coral reef, turquoise waters and white beaches.

As well as being a luxurious resort, it has a longstanding reputation for working with conservation groups and organisations to preserve and protect the marine areas of the Caribbean. While the resort will re-open in October following the hurricanes, you can already visit the island in a nature tour.

Sea It Clear offers Gumption’s Wildlife Nature Tour, in which you will see an array of wildlife on the island. These include the Rock iguanas, the giant Galapagos tortoises, flamingos, lemurs, scarlet Ibis, cockatoos, parrots and more. www.seaitcleartours.com

BUCKET REGATTA

One of the highlights of Sea Cloud Cruises’ 2019 itinerary is the Bucket Regatta, St. Barths.

Sea Cloud will offer guests front row viewing of the regatta. A sailor’s dream to view, the Bucket Regatta is a fantastic fleet of racing sailing yachts. Running for more than three decades, over 40 superyachts will be competing in the idyllic waters of St. Barths.

March 16 – 25, 2019: Barbados to Antigua, rates starting: €4,335 www.seacloud.com

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YOUTH ADVENTURES

Looking for a sailing trip for younger sailors over the summer?

Visit the Titanic Museum (seven nights, ages 16 – 25). Brochure price: £639 (bursaries available).

The voyage begins in Inverkip before sailing down the Firth of Clyde to Belfast. Sailors will then be able to explore the world’s largest Titanic visitor experience. During the voyage, they will learn the fundamental aspects of sailing and experience steering a yacht, sail

handling, ropework and be aware of safety on board.

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Your next sailing holiday could be in Italy, which offers great sailing conditions and a choice of itineraries, not to mention the food and stunning scenery. There are many sandy beaches and pretty harbourside towns, plus with a yacht charter you can escape the busy summer crowds and find uncrowded anchorages. Charter bases include Sicily, Tuscany and Sardinia.

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Hamble Point Yacht Charters, a yacht charter company on the Solent, is the first approved UK location for Yacht-Match, a global agency offering a new way for yacht owners to maximise their charter income.

Chartering your yacht whilst you are not using it is a great way to cover the running costs. YachtMatch offers potential yacht buyers independent advice, direct-from-manufacturer pricing on new yachts and a deal with a yacht charter company in their favoured location before they even commit to the purchase.

MONEY OFF SAILING People who have previously been put off by the high costs of yacht ownership can now easily identify the likely charter revenue and factor this in to their decision making.

Yacht owners who purchase their boat through Yacht-Match will have the possibility to use some of their ‘Owners’ Weeks’ to sail other yachts within the global network, giving them the opportunity to explore new and distant sailing areas, as well as sailing their own yacht. www.yacht-charter.co.uk www.Yacht-Match.com

PlainSailing.com is part of the RYA’s Member Reward Partner programme, offering RYA members 10 per cent off any week-long Mediterranean yacht charter when booking with PlainSailing.com.

They have 18 bases throughout Greece and Croatia, so whether you are looking for a bareboat sailing yacht from Athens or a fully crewed catamaran from Split there will be a holiday for you.

FURTHER INFORMATION

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An iconic feature of the British sporting calendar, Lendy Cowes Week will see eight days of racing with around 8,500 sailors, up to 1,000 boats and 100,000 watching shoreside.

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owes Week is a fantastic family-friendly event, with a feel-good atmosphere and plenty to do both on the water and on land. It has plenty of history too; the regatta was first advertised in the Southampton Town and Country herald on 31 July, 1826. To put that into perspective Queen Victoria was just seven-years-old!

The future queen might only have been a child, but there was royal approval for the regatta. The first race was for a Gold Cup of the value of £100 – a lot of money in those days - as a prize for the sailing race at Cowes. The next year King George IV presented a cup known as the King’s Cup, which was presented at every event until 1939.

Since that time the regatta has been held every year apart from during the two World Wars.

It has evolved enormously since 1826, and now between 800 and 1,000 boats in up to 40 different handicap, one-design and multihull classes race every day for

eight days. It is this mixture of classic and ultra-modern designs that gives the regatta its uniqueness.

Several classes that raced more than 50 years ago are still racing today: Dragons, Flying Fifteens, Redwings, Sea View Mermaids, Solent Sunbeams, Swallows, Victories and X-one-designs.

New classes are also introduced as they increase in popularity.

RACING & WATCHING

The racing draws a number of athletes at the top of their game, with current and former Olympians a common sight.

However the history and prestige of Cowes Week also attracts the rich and famous to the island. Royalty frequently attend, with HRH The Princess Royal visiting Lendy Cowes Week last year, alongside celebrities from Jodie Kidd and Denise Van Outen to Ben Fogle and James Norton.

An incredible 100,000 spectators will be in Cowes during the week to enjoy a fantastic line-up of shoreside

entertainment every day and night. And, of course, they will want to watch the racing, either from the shore or aboard a spectator boat.

One of the best locations to watch the starts ashore each morning is the area between the Castle of the Royal Yacht Squadron and the cannons. For those wanting to watch from the water, there are a number of spectator boat options, offering trips to watch the racing action up close.

The regatta is also famous for its annual fireworks display, which has been running for more than 150 years. This year the Cowes Week fireworks display will be held on 10 August.

READY TO RACE

Racing is scheduled to start at 10am every day. A briefing is held on the Friday evening before the start of the regatta at the Event Centre, Cowes Yacht Haven.

There are separate briefings for competitors in each of the White and Black Groups with the White Group briefing starting at 18:30 and the one for the Black Group starting an hour later at 19:30. Attendance is strongly encouraged, particularly for newcomers (one or at the most two people from each boat).

Most starts happen just off Cowes, either on the Royal Yacht Squadron line or on the Bramble line. The organisers ask that you read your Sailing Instructions carefully as some starts will be from a committee boat line. If you are starting from the committee boat line, make sure you listen to the VHF from 09:00 to ascertain where the line is likely to be. Allow plenty of time!

The courses are designed each day to take into account the weather forecast, tidal streams and speed of each class of boat. Courses are broadcast just after your warning signal via VHF. The finishing line to be used by each group is allocated on a daily basis. The three fixed lines are either at the RYS (between the flagstaff and mark Alpha), or just to the east of Cowes Harbour (between a committee boat and mark Gamma) or at the Bramble line.

Do not forget that you need to complete a declaration before the deadline after each

day of racing. The declaration needs to have your finish time and ideally should include details of the sail number of the boat ahead and the boat astern of you at the finish regardless of class.

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n French painter Raoul Dufy frequently painted the races in the late 1920s and early ’30s. n In 1826 the entry fee for yachts of any rig or tonnage was £2. n Ladies Day was introduced in 2006 to champion women in sailing. n Small open day boats are referred to as the White Group and bigger boats the Black Group. n Royal Yacht Squadron members are allowed to fly the White Ensign of the Royal Navy rather than the Red Ensign, flown by the majority of UK registered vessels.

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This information is available on the event website, on EventTV screens situated around the town, from the Regatta Centre and on Cowes Radio.

CHANGES FOR 2018

Feedback from the various classes taking part led to a comprehensive re-working of the entry fee structure.

Standard and late entry fees for all classes have been reduced for the 2018 event, while smaller one-design and IRC boats received an added boost, as CWL introduced two new entry categories to further reduce the entry fees paid by those boats with fewer crew and more limited budgets.

Other initiatives for 2018 include the introduction of four-day mini-series for the Quarter Ton and FAST40+ classes and the new HP30 class, which will include fixed line and committee boat starts each day, together with the addition of an Around the Island Race on 9 August for IMOCA 60s, IRC Super Zero and Class 40 yachts.

This year’s regatta also saw the introduction of a new double-handed class.

Double-handed racing has recently become incredibly successful worldwide, both inshore and offshore, and this new class reflects that.

Entries are invited for boats with IRC ratings between 0.900 to 1.085.

Racing will be held as part of the Black

Group and courses will be about 3.5 hours long with an interesting range of wind angles, but somewhat fewer legs than for the standard IRC classes.

SUSTAINABILITY

Cowes Week Ltd, the organisers of Lendy Cowes Week, are working towards making the event more sustainable with the launch of a new sustainability initiative.

Some of the initiatives planned include installation of more water filling stations for the general public and competitors and improved waste recycling around the town.

The official charity, The 1851 Trust, will be inspiring young visitors through a series of hands-on sustainability workshops, to excite them to become innovators of the future and stewards of the environment.

CWL is also working closely with The Green Blue, the RYA and British Marine’s Joint environment initiative, and has signed up to the Sailors for the Sea ‘Clean Regattas Programme’, a voluntary, self-assessment tool that provides a system to benchmark what the environmental footprint is today and set goals for the future.

R TI

Lendy Cowes Week uses two different rating systems, IRC and ISCRS. Both systems provide good, competitive racing for boat designs that are not sufficiently common to have their own onedesign class.

ISCRS is a simple rating system that has been developed by the Island Sailing Club to provide a rating system for those who do

not require the sophistication of IRC. This system is free but you must be prepared to take the rating you are given.

IRC is a fully international rating system used by thousands of boats worldwide. Lendy Cowes Week has eight classes racing under this system all week ensuring tight rating bands and close racing in fleets of between 30 and 60 boats. Ratings can be obtained from www.rorcrating.com.

OFFICIAL CHARITY

The 1851 Trust is the official event charity for Lendy Cowes Week 2018.

Encouraging youth participation in sailing will play a vital part in the continued success and popularity of the sport and more specifically of events like this.

CWL therefore felt it was right to appoint a charity such as the 1851 Trust’s whose aim

www.lendycowesweek.co.uk is to inspire and engage young people to better futures by providing them with the education and opportunities to become innovators of the future and stewards of the environment.

During the regatta, the 1851 Trust, whose Royal Patron is HRH The Duchess of Cambridge, is planning to provide sailing opportunities, sustainability and interactive shoreside activities.

GETTING IT RIGHT

As a large event with lots happening every day, it is important that the right preparation is done to ensure an enjoyable week, both on and off the water.

It goes without saying that the Sailing Instructions must be read. This includes those both new and familiar to the event.

Even old hands can get things wrong and miss out in the final awards due to avoidable errors.

While not every member of the crew needs to have studied the Sailing Instructions, it is recommended that two people should have a thorough knowledge of them.

Similarly, get at least two people to check – and double check – the course.

Not only will this minimise any chance of mistakes, but the responsibility for getting it right is shared between the crew.

If you want to achieve the best possible result you need to look at and understand

the weather on the day(s) you are racing.

It is not only about the weather, though, as you will also need to have the best tidal data to hand and also study the tides ahead of racing.

Get the start right. Getting this right will obviously put you in good stead for the race. If possible practice the fixed start line ahead of race day, but also make sure on the day you do not get in anyone’s way. If there are mistakes during the race, learn from them and do it better next time.

Remember, though, never give up.

Places can be lost and gained in the blink of an eye, so keep going at 100 per cent all the way.

Off the water, it is very tempting to over indulge in the festivities, but in reality if you want to perform at your best every day, you will need to take it easy.

Aim to be as ready on the last day as you were on the first.

Primarily aimed at young people aged 10 - 16, the STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) activities will be based on the regular school visits the Trust hosts and the Trust’ successful digital teaching resources, BT STEM Crew.

In addition, the 1851 Trust will give a group of young sailors from its Solent-based Go Sail! programme the opportunity to take part in the regatta.

HOW ABOUT… Cowes Classics Week 2018 This regatta is a celebration of classic boats and features entries from across the world. The Charles Stanley Direct Cowes Classics Week 2018 will be held from 22 - 27 July. www.cowesclassicsweek.org

Put these dates in your diary now! 2018: 4 - 11 August n 2019: 10 - 17 August n 2020: 8 - 15 August n 2021: 31 July - 7 August

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BOATING PEOPLE Q&A WITH 15-YEAR-OLD FREDDIE PETERS, WHO SKIPPERED RIFF RAFF (RS ELITE) AT LAST YEAR’S LENDY COWES WEEK AND WON THE YOUNG SKIPPERS TROPHY AND WHITE GROUP OVERALL WHEN DID YOU START SAILING?

I competed in my first nationals when I was seven in an RS Tera, but first started sailing at five.

WHAT OTHER SAILING AMBITIONS DO YOU HAVE?

I love my sailing but am not doing that much at the moment as I have other team sports that I really enjoy. So, there are no real sailing ambitions except to have fun and take as many opportunities as I can in different classes and venues.

LAST YEAR AT COWES WEEK YOU THE RS E ITE SS S E AS THE NEWCOMERS’ TROPHY AND YOUNG SKIPPERS TROPHY. HOW DID IT FEEL TO HAVE SUCH A SUCCESSFUL REGATTA?

Overwhelming to be totally honest. I went into the week with very little expectations. I just wanted to not damage the boat or hit anyone else. I had never even been in an Elite or helmed a keelboat until the morning of the first race! It all happened really quickly so I did not have time to contemplate what had happened until a few weeks later.

ARE YOU A MEMBER OF A SAILING CLUB? Yes, I am a member of Hayling Island Sailing Club.

RE IE H T I YOU ENJOY MOST?

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It has to be racing in dinghies.

WHAT OTHER SAILING RACES/EVENTS ARE YOU TAKING PART IN THIS YEAR?

I have the 29er Nationals and Europeans to compete in.

WHAT OTHER EVENTS ARE ON YOUR SAILING BUCKET LIST?

I would love to do the Endeavour trophy, but I need to win a nationals though!

WHAT WOULD BE YOUR DREAM BOAT TO SAIL?

The 505 and 49er look fun and I would also love to get a Moth.

WHICH SAILORS INSPIRE YOU MOST?

My dad is pretty good and has been a huge influence. lendycowesweek.co.uk

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AT 14 YOU WERE THE YOUNGEST SAILOR EVER TO HELM A VICTORY IN A LENDY COWES WEEK GROUP. WHY DO YOU THINK YOU WERE SO SUCCESSFUL? Having a great crew who knew the boat and waters and who had considerable experience, which left me to just steer really.

WILL YOU BE TAKING PART IN ES EE THIS E R I S WILL RIFF RAFF BE BACK TOO?

Freddie accepting the White Group trophy.

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I would love to, but at the moment I am sailing my 29er and have the Europeans in Helsinki the same week.

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RIGHT TO WORK

RYA joins forces with British Association of Snowsport Instructors to lobby for seasonal workers’ rights

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he Telegraph has reported the RYA’s lobbying efforts to engage with Ministers and officials to minimise any adverse impact on, or unintended consequences for, the eligibility of UK citizens holding RYA qualifications to work in EU member states.

The article, written by James Rothwell, Brexit Correspondent, and Asa Bennett, clearly outlines the joint position of the RYA and the British Association of Snowsport Instructors.

The article says: “For decades, British youngsters have whiled away their holidays on the slopes of the Alps and the sparkling waters of the Mediterranean, plying their trade as ski instructors and yachtmasters.

“But snowsport and yachting associations have warned their seasonal fun could be put in jeopardy by Brexit, as they called on Theresa May to protect free access to seasonal work in Europe.

“In a joint letter to the government seen by the Telegraph, the RYA and BASI said they feared that ‘many jobs previously held by UK personnel would instead be filled by foreign nationals’ after Brexit.

“The letter urged Theresa May to grant ski and yachting instructors the right to work in Europe without a visa and with ‘as little administrative burden as possible.’

“British instructors’ qualifications should continue to be recognised by EU member states, it added.”

FREE MOVEMENT

Mrs. May has pledged to end free movement after Brexit, which means that Britons will no longer have the automatic right to live and work in EU member states.

“Thousands of our members currently travel to the EU on a seasonal basis every year to work in training centres and ski schools, generating substantial value to local economies and providing an income to a significant number of skilled UK workers,” said RYA and BASI chief executives Sarah Treseder and Andrew Lockerbie.

Around 500 BASI ski instructors live in Europe permanently, with a further 1,500 heading over to work during

Brexit secretary David Davis has conceded that securing mutual recognition of qualifications after Brexit was proving to be a difficult issue.

PROGRESS SO FAR

The RYA has developed strong links with the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy and the Department for Exiting the European Union, as well as other relevant departments and agencies, to ensure that its position is taken into account by policy-makers.

As the government has recognised, the recreational boating sector already makes a significant contribution to the economic and social wellbeing of communities up and down the country.

In the coming months, the RYA will continue its work to ensure that the final Brexit deal reflects the needs and priorities of the recreational boating community.

“They called on Theresa May to protect free access to seasonal work in urope the winter season. The RYA represents 45,000 qualified instructors and commercially-endorsed certificate of competence holders, with up to 7,000 of these working in the EU each year.

RECIPROCAL ARRANGEMENTS

The request was welcomed by senior Conservative MPs, such as former international trade minister Mark Garnier. He said the offer could be reciprocated with visa-free travel for EU workers in seasonal industries key to the British economy, such as agriculture.

“For as long as I can remember, British holidaymakers have been welcomed by British chalet girls, sailing instructors, resort reps and a whole host of other jobs where British people take advantage of opportunities in the EU - in exactly the same way that EU citizens take advantage of similar opportunities in the UK,” said Mark Garnier.

Mr. Garnier, who is also commodore

of the House of Commons Yacht Club, added: “Given the UK demand for seasonal workers, and the request from the RYA and BASI, I would hope that these requests would be an easy win for our negotiators.”

Craig Mackinlay, a pro-Brexit MP, added: “As a fellow yachtsman and RYA member, but poor skier following a cruciate damaging accident years ago, I welcome the RYA and BASI’s call for a seasonal workers’ scheme. I shall ensure the proposal receives the very careful consideration of the government.”

The government is yet to unveil its new immigration system, though Mrs. May has already ruled out the Australian-style points system pushed by the Leave campaign.

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SUMMER OF SAILING What to expect from a sailing taster session.

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If you are looking for something completely different, whether it is a new way to get fit outdoors or simply a sociable fun activity you can enjoy with friends then sailing has everything.

Following the recent success of Push the Boat Out, the RYA is offering a summer of sailing with even more opportunities for everyone to get afloat.

Supported by the RYA, Try Sailing events welcome all ages and will provide the chance to discover what it is like to get out on the water and sample life at a local club or training centre. And the best thing is that most events are free.

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So here is what to expect from your sailing taster session: No experience needed: No matter what your experience, if you turn up to a taster session you will sail a boat with an experienced sailor or instructor nearby.

If you are a beginner you will get in the boat and they will show you the ropes and tell you what you need to get going. They make everything easy to understand and get you ready to have a go.

What about equipment? There is no need to worry about the equipment.

Everything needed is provided by the venue including a buoyancy aid or life jacket. All you need to do is turn up with some warm clothes, a pair of shoes you do not mind getting wet and a waterproof coat in case it rains.

Will I get wet? You might! If the wind is light or you are in a more stable steady boat then you will only get a few splashes. However if it is windy, you are on a windsurfer or in a boat that is closer to water then it is possible you might. If

this is the case a wetsuit will more than likely be provided by the venue.

Do I need to be able to swim? It does not matter if you cannot swim - you will be wearing a buoyancy aid or lifejacket which keeps you safe and afloat even if you were to fall in.

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SAILING UP NORTH Chris Satchwell heads north for a by the cabin sailing holiday, the Northern Ionian that is…

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ow was I to get some sailing in the sun in May? Others I normally sail with were otherwise engaged, so it was a sailing holiday on my own I was looking for.

Scouring the net brought up a Seafarer by the cabin sailing holiday in Greece, one of my favourite countries. There were a number of options offered on Seafarer’s website but I was keen to go to the Northern Ionian. After my first telephone call most things were done by e-mail and the holiday was set up perfectly.

SEAFARER WELCOME

I flew from Gatwick to Preveza on a midmorning flight. On arriving in Greece I met the Seafarer welcoming team, was ticked off their list of guests and put in a taxi with other crew for the 15 minute ride to Preveza Town Quay. The taxi took us directly to our yacht and before long our bags were in our cabins and we were sitting in the cockpit chatting over a cup of tea with skipper Jan and first mate Helena.

Altlantis was our yacht for the week, a 1998 Jeanneau 52 with four en-suite cabins for guests and a crew cabin forward. Jan and Helena gave us the liveaboard brief and Helena gave us the run down on restaurants, shops and highlights in Preveza town.

After a quick change into summer sailing holiday gear we went searching for a suitable restaurant for dinner; there are plenty in Preveza. It was getting close to “Sun over the yard arm” time so a couple of beers were the order of the day followed by a full inspection of some yachts on the quay, from the quayside of course.

There were all sorts of mostly sailing craft, some charter yachts preparing for their first charter and private yachts recently re-launched at the local shipyard with their owners freshly arrived from the UK and Europe.

That evening, over a quiet meal and a couple of beers ashore, the crew got to know each other. Then it was early to bed after a longish day.

HEADING TO PAXOS

After breakfast Jan and Helena gave us a briefing on the running of the yacht, safety aspects and intended route around the Northern Ionion. The yacht was already victualed so at 10:00 we set off on our first leg to Gaios on Paxos Island.

I had been to Gaios some 16 years before, so it was interesting to see how the area had developed. There was plenty of room in the harbour this early in the season and all of the restaurants very keen to get our early season business.

After a good dinner ashore, the following day we sailed for Corfu town.

We found a berth in Mandraki Harbour, arriving to classical music from the university above on the fortress. This was also the home of Corfu Sailing Club, and only a short walk into the centre of town, which meets all of one’s expectations of this holiday resort. We ate at the restaurant on the marina only a stone’s throw from our yacht.

After breakfast we did a quick motor round the main harbour to see other options for berthing. The harbour was surprisingly busy with commercial traffic including a couple of cruise ships.

There are many other harbours and marinas around Corfu I look forward to trying one day.

Our next port was Sivita Mourtos, a great little harbour. This is also the home of Neilsons Sailing Holidays Retreat Beach Club, which looked stunning in the early season sun. We anchored off their beach where I had a swim and paddle board; the water temperature was perfect.

Onwards we visited the pretty harbour of Lakka on Paxos and Parga where we anchored off the beach going ashore by dinghy.

Sadly, after six days it was time to return to Preveza Town quay in preparation for our return to the UK.

IS IT FOR YOU?

The by the cabin product suits all sorts.

I went alone and paid for a cabin to myself, others go as couples. Sometimes a group of friends take the whole boat, other times it could be a family who use it as a skippered charter. Seafarer said they are always open to ideas and offer a number of routes; the following week Atlantis was sailing in the Southern Ionian.

Seafarer has yachts offering by the cabin in the Ionian, Cyclades and exotics.

I believe that by the cabin is a great way to get sailing without having to take full responsibility as skipper or if you have difficulty finding others to join you on a flotilla or bareboat charter.

In general, we had a great week on Atlantis, breakfasts and lunches provided by the mate Helena were excellent, even cooking a quiche at sea. We did, though, always have lunch at anchor.

There could, in my view, have been more time for guests’ hands-on sailing, but it was the skipper’s first week of operating and he too was finding his feet. The yacht was in very good condition and clean, however it is a 10-year-old yacht and of an older design.

Atlantis sailed like a dream when we had a good force four sailing to Paxos and she was also a very dry boat in moderate swell.

The weather proved to be really good and had switched into its summer season when we sailed from 20 - 27 May this year.

The price, quality and presentation of food ashore have improved in recent years and there is a great deal of varied dishes to be had. Costs seemed to be lower in the Northern Ionian than I had experienced last year in the Cyclades.

I would budget about £25pp a day for dinner and a drink. I booked a package arranged by Seafarer and it all came together - flights, transfers and holiday which is my preferred option.

I am looking forward to my next by the cabin sail and I will definitely be going back to the Northern Ionian. seafarersailing.co.uk

Sunsail have brought out a trial by the cabin product in the Med starting in September in the Ionian and Croatia. They will be joining the yachts up with their flotillas. Let us know if you give by the cabin a try, and if it works for you. editor@allatsea.co.uk

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THE SEA-ROAD TO THE ISLES

In the break between retirement and his 70th birthday celebrations, CA member Philip Crockatt sailed his Rustler 31, Sparkler, from the south coast of England to the west coast of Scotland to Ardfern, just north of the Crinan Canal.

IN HER ELEMENT

Darkness fell, the wind died and we motored for four hours. As I went off watch at 2100 I began to wonder if the forecast that south-westerlies were due was all wrong, and we would have to motor all the way to Holyhead.

I was just preparing to get ready to come on watch at midnight when I heard the rattle of the genoa furler, then the engine went off and we were sailing.

I lingered in my bunk enjoying the sweeter motion and sounds of a yacht sailing through the night. The much-awaited fair wind had arrived, and it stayed with us for the rest of the passage. At midnight the tide turned in our favour. We sailed for the next nine hours, covering 34 miles in the first five hours, at an average speed of over 6 knots, excellent for Sparkler.

During this phase of the passage Sparkler was in her element, sailing fast, her long keel and lines providing a kindly motion as she sailed smoothly through the night and all the next morning.

ANGLESEY APPROACH

Sparkler sailed a total of 650 miles at an average speed of just over 4 knots. The log of this cruise won the Cruising Association Dugon Cup for 2017.

Here we feature an abridged extract covering the voyage from Milford Haven to Holyhead.

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ur goal on this particular day was to reach Holyhead, on the northwest tip of Anglesey requiring a long, overnight passage of 120 miles which, assuming an average speed of four knots, would take 30 hours.

Once again Aeolus was with us. The forecast was for variable winds, force 3 or less, moving into the southwest, force 3 - 4, occasionally 5. As we progressed, the south-westerly was predicted to be 4 - 5, occasionally 6, but it meant a light wind start for the rounding of Skokholm and Skomer islands, then St Davids Head, with Ramsey Island and the South Bishop Rock just offshore, the first major headland of this leg.

We set off at 0730 on a clear, bright morning, the wind variable 3, against us for the moment, so we motor sailed round St Ann’s Head, the western tip of Milford Haven, its lighthouse lit up by sunshine.

We had fine views of Skokholm and Skomer islands, which we prudently left to starboard, in spite of ideas about shooting the notorious rapids in Jack Sound, the gap between Skomer Island and the mainland, and at 0930 rigged the genoa as the wind backed further west for a time.

We then sailed across St Brides Bay towards St David’s Head, aiming to leave the South Bishop Rock safely to starboard, making over 5 knots thanks to the favourable tide. As we progressed

north, however, the wind altered and was against us, so on went the engine.

INTO THE BAY

For the next two hours we motor sailed, Solent rig, into the north north-westerly breeze. The bright start had given way to cloud, and there was some turbulence, but it was manageable. The atmosphere was once again chilly and somewhat bleak as we rounded the South Bishop Rock, with its prominent lighthouse.

We left the south-west corner of Wales behind and headed out into Cardigan Bay, feeling as though we were far out at sea, though, as visibility was good, we could just see Ireland to the west and at times the Welsh coast to the east. All day there was a patch of clear sky over Ireland, the weather fronts

seeming to be running in a north-south direction, but as evening approached, The must-havecloud CA App. a horizontal black, spear-shaped Image: Berylthe Chalmers formed gradually, dominating southwestern sky, and beginning to move toward us. It felt ominous.

We wondered if this was a harbinger of the predicted south-westerlies and decided to reef the mainsail, thinking that through the night if the wind increased to force 5, it would be easier to reef now than in the dark with a strong wind.

The reefing accomplished we put Sparkler on auto and she sailed herself; an eerie, yellow gold light lit up the sails in what was a darkish evening. We had a good supper and started the watch system. The black cloud turned out to be harmless, metamorphosing into a thing of beauty.

Later in the night, as we reached the northern end of Cardigan Bay, we had evocative sightings of the single red flash of the lighthouse, on Bardsey Island, on the western tip of the Lleyn Peninsula, visible 20 miles away, gradually overhauling it and moving into Caernarfon Bay, the lights of Anglesey now appearing ahead.

Dawn arrived with more complex and beautiful cloud formations, vivid reds and oranges, as we began the final stage of the passage.

We had drifted west of our course to keep the wind on our quarter rather than dead astern; a more comfortable and often speedier way of going downwind. We now tacked east toward our South Stack waypoint and Holyhead Harbour, having to take account of the south-going tide.

With Clive on the helm, we headed for and reached our waypoint then tacked onto starboard for the final leg.

The sun still shone. The sea gleamed silver and gold, the sky was a brilliant, full blue.

Some 24 hours after we were in the lock at Milford Haven, we had about 14 miles to go. The wind freshened to force 5, producing a lumpy sea, and many white horses, but the sky was still clear, the sun still shone brightly, dazzling us as we sailed east, and the sailing was marvellous. In the now strong tide we crabbed our way toward the end of the huge breakwater which protects Holyhead harbour.

Sparkler’s route from the south coast of England to the west coast of Scotland to Ardfern, just north of the Crinan Canal

MEETING OF BOATS

The wind seemed even stronger as we sailed the last mile, from the south-west, and I realised that once we rounded the end of the huge breakwater we would still have some distance to sail, directly into the wind, to reach the moorings and the marina. I was calling on my memories of sailing with my father in and out of Holyhead, realising what a difference it makes to be arriving at a familiar destination.

As we approached the marina I called up on the VHF and was directed to the visitors’ pontoon, directly by my father’s boat, Glen Isla. My father and Angela had seen on the AIS that we were arriving and were on their way to Holyhead from their home on the Wirral, hoping to get there in time to greet us.

In the event we moored at the visitors’ pontoon at Holyhead just 20 minutes before they arrived. As well as the pleasure of achieving our goal to get to Holyhead, and the extraordinarily favourable conditions, we now had a warm welcome from my father and Angela, as well as from their friends who form a village on the pontoons of Holyhead Marina.

My father and I celebrated this historic meeting by dressing our boats overall with all the flags we possess.

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MARINA FOCUS DOVER MARINA

Chris Windsor, Marina Manager Dover Marina, Crosswall Quay, Union Street, Dover, Kent, CT179BN marina@doverport.co.uk www.doverport.co.uk/marina

Set against the iconic backdrop of the famous hite li s, o er Marina is an incredibly con enient location or cross-Channel sailing.

Situated at the closest point to Europe and just 20 miles from France, Dover is within easy sailing distance of the French marinas of Boulogne, Calais, Gravelines and Dunkerque, as well as the Belgian and Dutch coasts.

In addition to its close vicinity to Europe, the marina benefits from excellent road access from London and the Home Counties.

Dover Marina is also supported by the port’s own dedicated police service and its three berthing areas are key-coded, ensuring the safety and security of marina users.

As part of the Port of Dover, Dover Marina’s history is substantial and has seen a number of developments and transformations.

Currently the port is delivering its Dover Western Docks Revival project which is creating a new marina and will allow access for all tides; assisting in the ease of navigation.

FACILITIES & BERTHING

Dover Marina has 400 berths. There are a wide range of different size berths with a maximum vessel size of 30m LOA and 3m draft. They are a selection of 8m, 10m and 12m finger pontoons plus alongside berthing. Lifting facilities are available using a hoist, which is able to lift up to a maximum of 50t.

All pontoons have electric and water supplies and free WiFi is available to all customers. Berth holders receive eight weeks of free quay storage with an annual berth. All berth holders will also be given a parking permit, Transeurope membership and North Sea Sailing membership.

ACCESS

The marina is accessible by road via the A20 or A2. Dover Priory Train Station is a 20 minute walk from the marina where the high speed service offers journey times of 66 minutes into London. Arriving by sea, when two miles off, call Dover Port Control on VHF74 or +44(0)1304 241669 to use the entrances.

CRUISING

Dover Marina strives to make all aspects of sailing as straightforward as possible including berthing and navigation. The safety of all users is paramount. For full details of navigation procedures and to watch their navigational safety video: www.doverport.co.uk/vts.

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LOCAL EATERIES

Overlooking the marina, with additional outside seating, is Cullins Yard. In addition to offering first class food and drink, this converted shipyard showcases its historical memorabilia and hosts live music and acts. www.cullinsyard.co.uk Fresh from the sea, by the sea, Hythe Bay Seafood restaurant on Dover’s seafront offers the finest seafood and excellent customer service. With views across the harbour, this five star restaurant is popular with locals and visitors alike. www.hythebay.co.uk Also within close proximity is DeBradelei Wharf shopping centre, with discount shopping on Dover’s seafront.

Alternatively St James Retail and Leisure Park has outlets such as M&S, Next, Nandos and a six screen Cineworld, with more outlets in the pipeline. Both of these are under a 15 minute walk away from Dover Marina. www.debradeleiwharf.co.uk Sharp and Enright is the nearest chandlery to Dover Marina, just two minutes away. They are a family business with more than 150 years of experience catering for all marine needs.

Both online and instore options are available. www.sharpandenright.co.uk

TRAVEL

Dover Heritage Taxis is just minutes from the marina and offers full services whether for visits in the local area, transfers or long distance. www.dovertaxis.com Dover Priory Station is only a 20 minute walk from the marina offering high-speed services to London (just over an hour) and also trains across Kent

THINGS TO DO

Dover has a long standing and important maritime history. The Commentaries of Julius Caesar mention the ‘Haven between the Hills’ and evidence that the Romans used the port still exists today in the form of the ‘Pharos’, or lighthouse, on the cliffs on the East side of the valley.

The iconic White Cliffs are immortalised in song, poetry and literature and Dover Castle, commenced as it stands by King Henry II, has stood proud with critical roles in both WWI and WWII. Dover boasts excellent museums, restaurants and bars and also benefits

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including the sights and shopping of Canterbury (25 mins).

Bus services are available to local villages and towns around Dover including Folkestone, Deal and Canterbury. Regular services also operate to London and can be caught from either the port’s Eastern Docks or Dover Town Centre (around 20 minutes from the marina).

from its long and rich history which is embedded throughout the town itself. The newly formed ‘Blue Birds Trail’ marks out the historic locations and provides a fantastic walking or cycling route.

The iconic Dover Castle is close to the marina and the famous White Cliffs of Dover make for an impressive backdrop to the town.

Fancy a stroll? Then take to the cliffs themselves for a breath-taking hike with views across the Channel and over the town. www.doverbluebirdtrail.co.uk www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/ dover-castle

PERSONAL RECOMMENDATIONS

Nigel Scutt, Berth Holder, Boat Name: Entice, Berthed: Dover Marina, Wellington Dock “I have been a berth holder at Dover Marina for the past seven years.

There is no marina on the South Coast that offers greater access to cross-Channel boating and sailing.

“Any visitor to Dover Marina is immediately made to feel welcome, which is just the start of the excellent customer service that is provided. The staff are always on hand to help.

“The location is also fantastic for exploring the local area with Dover Castle, excellent restaurants, bars and museums all within easy walking distance. If you fancy going further afield there are also excellent high speed links, again just minutes away from the marina.

“I would highly recommend Dover Marina to anyone who enjoys sailing, excellent customer service and a first class experience in an iconic location.”

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MARINA GUIDE JULY 2018

SOUTH COAST

SOUTH WEST

PREMIER MARINAS FALMOUTH North Parade, Falmouth, Cornwall. TR11 2TD T: 01326 316620 E: falmouth@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com MYLOR YACHT HARBOUR Manager/contact: Culum Matheson Mylor Yacht Harbour, Mylor Churchtown, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 5UF T: 01326 372 121 E: marina@mylor.com W: www.mylor.com

MDL BRIXHAM MARINA Manager: Andrew Millar Berry Head Road, Devon. TQ5 9BW T: 01803 882929 E: brixham@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.brixhammarina.co.uk

KING POINT MARINA Marina Manager - Mark Brimacombe Brunel Way, Millbay, Plymouth, PL1 3EF T : 01752 424 297 E : marina@kingpointmarina.co.uk W: www.kingpointmarina.co.uk

MDL TORQUAY MARINA Manager: Mike Smith Torquay, Devon , TQ2 5EQ T: 01803 200210 E: torquaymarina@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.torquaymarina.co.uk

MAYFLOWER MARINA Manager: Charles Bush Mayflower Marina, Richmond Walk, Plymouth, Devon PL1 4LS. T: 01752 556633 E: info@mayflowermarina.co.uk W: www.mayflowermarina.co.uk

WEYMOUTH MARINA Manager: Alistair Clarke Commercial Road, Weymouth Dorset. DT4 8NA T: 01305 767576 F: 01305 767575 E: berths@weymouthmarina.co.uk W: www.weymouthmarina.co.uk

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

WEYMOUTH HARBOUR Manager/contact - Keith Howorth 13 Custom House Quay, Weymouth Tel - 01305 838423 E: weymouthharbour@dorset.gov.uk W - www.weymouth-harbour.co.uk

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

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

MDL QUEEN ANNE’S BATTERY Manager: Chris Price Queen Anne’s Battery, Plymouth Devon. PL4 0LP T: 01752 671142 E: qab@mdlmarinas.co.uk www.queenannesbattery.co.uk

LAKE YARD MARINA Manager/contact - Mr Robin Culpan Lake Yard Marina, Lake Drive, Hamworthy, Poole, Dorset. BH15 4DT T - 01202 6745313 E: office@lakeyard.com W -www.lakeyard.co.uk

THE MARINA AT SUTTON HARBOUR Marina Manager: Mark Brimacombe The Jetty, Sutton Harbour, Plymouth, PL4 0DW T: 01752 204702 E: marina@sutton-harbour.co.uk W: www.suttonharbourmarina.com KING POINT MARINA Marina Manager: Mark Brimacombe Brunel Way, Millbay, Plymouth, PL1 3EF T: 01752 424297 E: marina@kingpointmarina.co.uk W: www.kingpointmarina.co.uk PREMIER MARINAS NOSS ON DART Manager: Andy Osman Bridge Road, Kingswear, Dartmouth Devon , TQ6 0EA T: 01803 839087 E: noss@premiermarinas.com MDL DARTSIDE QUAY Manager: Andrew Millar Galmpton Creek, Galmpton, Brixham, Devon. TQ5 0EH T: 01803 845445 W: www.dartsidequay.co.uk

POOLE QUAY BOAT HAVEN Manager: Kerrie Gray Poole Quay Boat Haven, Poole Town Quay, Poole, Dorset. BH15 1HJ Tel/Fax: 01202 649488 E: info@poolequayboathaven.co.uk W: www.poolequayboathaven.co.uk PORT OF POOLE MARINA Manager: Kerrie Gray Poole Quay Boat Haven, Poole Town Quay, Poole, Dorset. BH15 1HJ Tel/Fax: 01202 649 488 E: info@poolequayboathaven.co.uk W: www.poolequayboathaven.co.uk SALTERNS MARINA LTD Manager: Robert Golden 40 Salterns Way, Lilliput, Poole, Dorset. BH14 8JR T: 01202 709971 F: 01202 700398 E: reception@salterns.co.uk W: www.salterns.co.uk

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

BH15 4EL T: 01202 674299 E: cobbsquay@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.cobbsquaymarina.co.uk LYMINGTON YACHT HAVEN Manager: Rupert Wagstaff Kings Saltern Road Lymington, Hampshire SO41 3QD T: 01590 677071 E: lymington@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com BUCKLER’S HARD YACHT HARBOUR Harbour Master: Wendy Stowe Harbour Master’s Office Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour Beaulieu Hampshire SO42 7XB T: 01590 616200 E: river@beaulieu.co.uk W: www.beaulieuriver.co.uk HAVEN QUAY, LYMINGTON Manager: Ali Neal Mill Lane, Lymington Hampshire, SO41 9AZ T: 01590 677072 E: havenquay@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com DEACONS MARINA Manager/Contact name: Rachael Foster Bursledon Bridge, Southampton SO31 8AZ T 023 80 402253 E: berths@deaconsmarina.co.uk W: www.deaconsmarina.co.uk MDL HYTHE MARINA VILLAGE Manager: Matthew Leigh The Lock Building, Shamrock Way Hythe, Southampton, Hampshire.

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

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

NEW PONTOONS FOR OCEAN VILLAGE A refurbishment and extension of Ocean Village Marina in Southampton is underway.

This has been a major project with marine specialists Walcon Marine involved from the outset in the design of the new layout before manufacturing the new pontoons whilst removing the old infrastructure.

The walkways, piers and pontoons have been constructed using Walcon’s

proven and durable System 21 product.

A key feature of the new marina is the introduction of a Pier P, with the P standing for platinum. For higher paying clients Walcon has designed and built high-spec pontoons that feature underdeck services rather than pedestals, branded cleats and smart services using keypads and mobiles.

The work is expected to be complete in the summer.

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

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

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

MDL SAXON WHARF Manager: Jonathan Walcroft Lower York Street, Northam,Southampton.

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

TOWN QUAY MARINA Manager: Lex Bancroft Management Office Town Quay, Southampton.

SO14 2AQ T: 02380 234397 F: 02380 235302 E: lbancroft@abports.co.uk W: www.townquay.com

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

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

HAMBLE YACHT SERVICES Port Hamble, Hamble, Southampton, Hampshire SO31 4NN T: 02380 201501 E: info@hysgroup.co.uk www.hysgroup.co.uk Permanent and visitors’ berths HASLAR MARINA Manager: Ben Lippiett Haslar Road, Gosport, Hampshire.

PO12 1NU T: 023 9260 1201 F: 023 9260 2201 E: berths@haslarmarina.co.uk W: www.haslarmarina.co.uk PREMIER MARINAS GOSPORT Mumby Road , Gosport, Hampshire. PO12 1AH T: 023 9252 4811 F: 023 9258 9541 E: gosport@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com

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ART TO ROCK THE BOAT

WINTER BERTHING DEALS Award-winning luxury superyacht destination, Porto Montenegro, is offering seven months winter berthing for the price of five.

All winter bookings made before the end of July 2018 can enjoy an additional 15 per cent discount on selected berths. Also new this winter is the premium berthing option, offering berth holders a prime spot in the heart of the marina.

This includes a complimentary winter boat monitoring programme and Silver Porto Montenegro Yacht Club membership, entitling

Parker 275 yacht sailing in Weymouth Bay, Dorset

The Boat That Rocks at Portland Marina will be exhibiting photographs captured off the Dorset coast by photographer and author Steve Belasco, a keen sailor who also works as a berthing master at the marina.

The dozen prints on canvas will be available to buy in strictly limited numbers, and will be on view throughout the summer.

Steve, who lives in Portesham, West Dorset, has been documenting the waters of the Jurassic Coast from his motorboat for the past seven years and his images have been published in The Daily Telegraph, The Times and The Countryman. His first book, Dorset From The Sea, has sold nearly 3,000 copies to date and his second is due for publication soon.

Steve said: “I usually only take photographs for editorial and illustrative purposes, but when The Boat That Rocks offered me some display space I could not think of a more appropriate site for a small show, especially as all the images were captured within a short distance of this great venue.”

The striking maritime pictures include windsurfing, sailing, rowing gigs and ships, and they can be seen until the end of the summer season.

Belasco, who is also an ambassador for the Jurassic Coast Trust, will be donating a proportion of proceeds to the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust for young people recovering from the disease.

FIVE GOLD ANCHORS FOR MAYFLOWER MARINA

Mayflower Marina, based in Plymouth, has been awarded the prestigious 5 Gold Anchor award by The Yacht Harbour Association.

Only 106 marinas in the world have achieved 5 Gold Anchor status. The top industry award reflects the high standard of the facilities, a commitment to customer service excellence and operational competence from the team at Mayflower Marina.

Jon White, General Manager of The Yacht Harbour Association, said: “I am very pleased to confirm that the marina and the team of professionals that run it have again achieved our highest accreditation level of 5 Gold Anchors.

“The Gold Anchor scheme utilises expert assessors to evaluate marinas against an exacting standard, which considers all operational, facility and customer service aspects of running a modern marina. The assessment also gains feedback directly from customers

berth holders to extended benefits across the village, including access to the iconic Yacht Club Pool and extensive Sports Club.

Porto Montenegro has mild temperatures in the winter with cooler weather in the north for skiing and other winter sports. In addition to core marina benefits, berth holders get a host of additional concessions from discounted winter rates at the Regent Hotel to access to Crew Club services and use of the Kolasin ski chalet. www.portomontenegro.com

and utilises a mystery shop process to gain valuable insights into the customers’ experience delivered.”

Charles Bush, Managing Director of Mayflower Marina, said of the award and continued success: “In an increasingly competitive market it is hugely reassuring to receive independent verification that we have once again achieved the gold standard.

Our staff should be very proud. To be ranked amongst the very best is hugely to their credit and without their efforts, in fair weather and foul, year in, year out, we would achieve very little!”

Mayflower Marina has 396 berths and is independently operated and owned by shareholders, most of whom are current berth holders. The facilities include: secure parking, fuel, boatyard services, laundry, luxury family bathrooms, free WiFi, chandlery and the award-winning Jolly Jacks bistro. www.mayflowermarina.co.uk

ROYAL CLARENCE MARINA The Bridgehead, Weevil Lane, Gosport, Hampshire. PO12 1AX T: 023 9252 3523 F: 023 9252 3523 E: info@royalclarencemarina.org W: www.royalclarencemarina.org

EAST COWES MARINA Manager: Mike Townshend Britannia Way, East Cowes Isle of Wight. PO32 6UB T: 01983 293983 F: 01983 299276 E: berths@eastcowesmarina.co.uk W: www.eastcowesmarina.co.uk

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

PREMIER MARINAS PORT SOLENT South Lockside, Port Solent, Portsmouth, Hampshire. PO6 4TJ T: 023 9221 0765 F: 023 9232 4241 E: portsolent@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com

COWES HARBOUR SHEPARDS MARINA Manager - Jock Rafferty Medina Road, Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO31 7HT T: 01983 297821 E: shepards.chc@cowes.co.uk W: cowesharbourshepardsmarina.co.uk

PREMIER MARINAS SOUTHSEA Fort Cumberland Road Portsmouth, Hampshire. PO4 9RJ T: 023 9282 2719 F: 023 9282 2220 E: southsea@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com

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

LITTLEHAMPTON MARINA Berthing Manager: Darren Humphries Ferry Road, Littlehampton, West Sussex, BN17 5DS T: 01903 713553 F: 01903 732264 E: sales@littlehamptonmarina.co.uk www.littlehamptonmarina.co.uk

GUNWHARF QUAYS MARINA Manager: Carl Jarmaine Marina Manager Gunwharf Quays Marina office.

Gunwharf Quays.

Portsmouth.

Hampshire PO1 3TZ T: 02392 836732 E: marina@gunwharf-quays.com W: www.gunwharf-quays.com

BEMBRIDGE HARBOUR Manager/Contact - Gordon Wight The Duver, St Helens, PO33 1YB T: 01983 872828 E : mail@bembridgeharbour.co.uk W : www.bembridgeharbour.co.uk

WATCHET HARBOUR MARINA Manager: Iain Lambert 10 The Esplanade, Watchet, Somerset, TA23 0AJ T: 01984 631264 E: Iain@watchetharbour.co.uk W: www.Watchetharbour.co.uk

ISLE OF WIGHT

COWES YACHT HAVEN Manager: Ben Ferris Vectis Yard, High Street, Cowes, PO31 7BD T: (0)1983 299975 F: (0)1983 200332 E: berthing@cowesyachthaven.com W: www.cowesyachthaven.com VHF: Channel 80

SOUTH EAST

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

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

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KENT

GILLINGHAM MARINA 173 Pier Road, Gillingham, Kent. ME7 1UB T: 01634 280022 E: berthing@gillingham-marina.co.uk W: www.gillingham-marina.co.uk MDL CHATHAM MARITIME MARINA Manager: Alastair Hand The Lock Building, Leviathan Way Chatham Maritime, Kent. ME4 4LP T: 01634 899200 E: chatham@mdlmarinas.co.uk www.chathammaritimemarina.co.uk PORT OF DOVER MARINA Manager: Chris Windsor Address - Dover Marina, Crosswall Quay, Union Street, Dover, Kent, CT179BN T +44 (0) 1304 241 663 E marina@doverport.co.uk W www.doverport.co.uk/marina

SURREY

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

BERKSHIRE

MDL WINDSOR MARINA Manager: Simon Plummer Maidenhead Road, Windsor, Berkshire. SL4 5TZ T: 01753 853911 E: windsor@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.windsormarina.co.uk MDL BRAY MARINA Manager: Simon Plummer Monkey Island Lane, Bray, Berkshire. SL6 2EB T: 01628 623654 E: bray@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.braymarina.co.uk

NORFOLK

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

SUFFOLK

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

ESSEX

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

LONDON

CHELSEA HARBOUR MARINA Harbour Master: Colin Bullock Chelsea Harbour, London, SW10 0XF T: 07770 542783 E: harbourmaster@chelsea-harbour.co.uk W: chelseaharbourmarina.com

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ABERYSTWYTH MARINA Manager: Jon Booth Y Lanfa Aberystwyth, Trefechan SY23 1AS T: 01970 611422 E: aber@themarinegroup.co.uk W: www.themarinegroup.co.uk CARDIFF MARINA Manager: Rob Freemantle Watkiss Way, Cardiff. CF11 0SY T: 02920 396078 F: 02920 345116 E: info@themarinegroup.co.uk W: www.themarinegroup.co.uk

MILFORD MARINA Manager or contact: Melanie Durney Milford Marina, Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire SA73 3AF Tel: 01646 796518 E: enquiries@milfordmarina.com W: www.milfordmarina.com CONWY MARINA Conwy, LL32 8EP T: 01492 593000 E: Conwy@quaymarinas.com W: www.quaymarinas.com DEGANWY MARINA Manager – Jon Roberts Deganwy, Conwy, LL31 9DJ T: 01492 576888 E: Deganwy@quaymarinas.com W: www.quaymarinas.com PENARTH MARINA Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, F64 1TQ T: 02920 705021 E: penarthoffice@quaymarinas.com W: www.quaymarinas.com NEYLAND YACHT HAVEN Manager: James Cotton Brunel Quay, Pembrokeshire, SA73 1PY T: 01646 601601 E: neyland@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com PORT DINORWIC MARINA Marina Manager: James Kinsella Y Felinheli Gwynedd, LL56 4JN T:01248671500/01248 670176 E: portdinorwic@themarinegroup.co.uk W: www.themarinegroup.co.uk BURRY PORT MARINA Harbour Master: Robert Hockey The Harbour Office Burry Port Carmarthenshire T:01554 835 691 E: info@themarinegroup.co.uk W: www.themarinegroup.co.uk

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

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

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WHITEHAVEN MARINA Manager: Simone Morgan Bulwark Quay, Whitehaven , CA28 7HS T: 01946 692435 E: enquiries@whitehavenmarina.co.uk W: www.whitehavenmarina.co.uk MARYPORT MARINA Manager: Pauline Gorley Marine Road, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 8AY T: 01900 814431 E: enquiries@maryportmarine.com W: www.maryportmarina.com

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

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JACHTHAVEN BIESBOSCH Manager: Renate Ilmer Nieuwe Jachthaven 54924 BA, Drimmelen, NL T: +31 (0)162 682249 E: info@jachthavenbiesbosch.nl W: www.jachthavenbiesbosch.nl

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KARPAZ GATE MARINA Harbour Master: Deniz Akaltan PO Box 12, Yeni Erenköy, Iskele North Cyprus, Via Mersin 10, Turkey T: +90 533 833 7878 E: info@karpazbay.com W: www.karpazbay.com

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RHU MARINA Contact: Suzanne Bell Rhu, Helensburgh G84 8LH T: 01436 820238 E: rhumarina@quaymarinas.com W: www.quaymarinas.com LARGS YACHT HAVEN Manager: Carolyn Elder Irvine Road, Largs, Ayrshire, KA30 8EZ T: 01475 675333 E: largs@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com TROON YACHT HAVEN Manager: Stephen Bennie The Harbour, Troon, Ayrshire, KA10 6DJ T: 01292 315553 E: troon@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com

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MDL MARINA DI STABIA Customer Service: Marika Somma Via Alcide de Gasperi 313, Castellammare di Stabia, Bay of Naples, 80053 Italy T: (0039) 0818 716871 E: marinadistabia@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.marinadistabia.com MARINARA Front Desk: Federica Civilla Via Marinara 11, Marina di Ravenna, 48122 Italy T: (0039) 0544 531644 E: info@marinara.it W: www.marinara.it

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THE CHANGING FACE OF MARINAS Every month we look at some of the ways marina operators are engaging with visitors to their sites, whether they are existing berth holders or non-boaters who just like being around boats.

Last month we looked at how Marina Day has become a major annual event in the Spanish calendar and how MDL Marinas plan to bring it to the UK.

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DL Marinas around the country welcomed friends, old and new, for an action-packed inaugural Marina Day on 9 June.

From daredevil action out on the water to crabbing for the little ones, the marinas went all-out to put on a family fun day to remember.

The idea of Marina Day was to highlight the social side of marina life, get people trying new sports out on the water and give neighbours in the community unfamiliar with their local marina the opportunity to find out what it is all about.

MDL Marinas says that the 2018 festivities are only the beginning.

Planning is already underway for an even bigger Marina Day in 2019, with new partners coming on board to help champion the cause.

This year’s celebrations really showcased the different personalities of the marinas taking part.

TORQUAY MARINA

A highlight was the huge extravaganza put on by the team at Torquay Marina, which attracted 7,000 people to Torquay’s promenade. Guests enjoyed a jawdropping flyboarding display, zorbing, jet ski safaris and RIB rides on the water with live music, cocktails and tasty treats from pulled pork to ice cream back on dry land.

QUEEN ANNE’S BATTERY Queen Anne’s Battery in Plymouth stole the crown for the most glorious weather and guests had a grand time checking out beautiful classic cars and the RNLI’s lifeboat. Everyone had fun at the hugely successful boat jumble, with everything from dinghies to buoys on offer.

NORTHNEY MARINA

At Northney grown-ups enjoyed coffees and cakes from the Salt Shack to the tunes of a live saxophonist, and the little guests made the most of face-painting, balloon modelling and bags of sweeties, while at Woolverstone afternoon tea was the order of the day.

BBC Radio Devon broadcast live from Torquay Marina

RNLI crews from Teignmouth and Torbay brought along their all-weather lifeboat, BBC Radio Devon came along to broadcast live from the event and, perhaps most importantly, £1,795 was raised on the day for the 2Mikes1Boat Atlantic charity row in aid of Prostate Cancer UK and the Stand Up Foundation.

HYTHE MARINA VILLAGE

The staff at Hythe Marina Village put on a family fun day to remember, with paddle boarding from the Southampton Water Activity Centre fully booked from start to finish. A2Sea’s tireless Mike Lawrence took out

boatload after boatload for RIB rides, staying true to his promise to give all passengers a soaking! The Hythe Sea Scouts also caused much hilarity with their dunking booth.

CHATHAM MARITIME MARINA

At Chatham Maritime Marina a lovely day was had by visitors on the marina’s pontoons. The little ones were kept entertained with crabbing and facepainting while a highlight for the grownups was Pimms o’clock. Everyone was exited to come aboard Hunter, the Border Force’s 20ft RIB.

SHAMROCK QUAY

Crabbing competitions were held at MDL marinas across the group but it was taken most seriously at Shamrock Quay, with some entrants returning several times and plenty of grown-ups unable to resist the temptation to join in to show the children how it is done.

OCEAN VILLAGE MARINA

Ever hospitable, Ocean Village laid on treat after treat for guests, with bacon rolls in the morning and tables groaning with mountains of cakes for afternoon tea.

Showing gusto, we hear that members were still nibbling well into the evening.

MERCURY YACHT HARBOUR

Visitors to Mercury Yacht Harbour were treated to a pop-up pub, The Hop On Inn, a licensed red double decker bus. As dusk fell, the screen at Mercury’s one-nightonly outdoor cinema – complete with deckchairs – lit up with a showing of eighties classic Top Gun. There was no fly past from the US’s naval aviators but who knows, maybe next year…

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After initially launching Skinny Prosecco followed

by Skinny Champagne, Thomson and Scott has now launched a sparkling rose in a can

The innovative wine maker Thomson and Scott UNCOMMON CANS launched its Skinny Prosecco featuring lower sugar ‘The Uncommon’, launched in April this year content at Easter-time 2016, and it premiered exclusively at Selfridges, is a lightly sparkling in the June 2016 issue of All at Sea. A Skinny wine claiming to be the first wine in a can using Champagne quickly followed and both have been English-grown Bacchus grapes, grown in Surrey. attracting sales in the UK and USA. This can has taken 18 months of development This year, in May, they launched wine in a by entrepreneurs Alex Thraves and Henry Connell can - a sparkling rosé they call Thomson & in a crowd-funded operation. Their self-declared Scott Sparkler Rosé (NB ‘Sparkler’ not aim is “to bring the success of canned wine ‘sparkling’). This is a premium in the New World to England”. For ‘New Italian semi-sparkling ‘frizzante’ World’ read USA. organic rosé made with a The whole canned wine blend of Sangiovese and thing is much more dynamic Merlot grapes, with no more there where the marketing is than three grams of sugar predominantly aimed at the per litre. millennial generation and they The bubbles are created boast eco-green credentials for by a second fermentation the packaging. before canning.

Of course, canned drinks are My tasting panel tried it not a new idea and are very The tasting panel at an alfresco lunch on a fine convenient for boaters. found Sparkler Rose sunny day. Fridge chilled, we found We have been drinking to be a refreshing and beers and lagers in ‘tinnies’ it medium dry, refreshing and tasty. tasty glass of wine.

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Now, canned wine is catching on fast. Morrisons offers a canned sparkling Pinot Grigio, white or rosé, under the quirky brand name ‘Most Wanted’; £2.25 per 200ml can at 11.5 per cent. Sainsbury’s has a sparkling Pinot Grigio branded ‘PinotPinot’ at the same price and strength.

Both from Hungary, the fizz is created by CO2 carbonation, so not as much the real thing for some wine-lovers as the organically created fizz of the Thomson and Scott Sparkler Rosé.

Others are coming on the market, but so far canned wine in the UK only seems to work with fizzy wines. Some experts note that the UK is a conservative market using the consumer negative attitude towards wine boxes and screw tops to prove their argument.

But if the millennials get on board with the can, there surely will be a much more rapid acceptance among younger age groups and a host of wines in the can to come. So my advice is ride the surf wave and enjoy the new choices that will emerge.

Meantime I think the T&S Sparkler will do very nicely at home and on the boat.

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