All At Sea - October 2022

SAILORS OUT OF GGR

It is still early days in the Golden Globe Race, which began on 4 September, and here we have some of the headline stories from the initial weeks, including a couple of retirements.

Damien Guillou, the French favourite is already playing catch-up after a wind vane repair saw him returning to the start at Les Sables d’Olonne (the GGR Notice Of Race allows any entrant to restart up to one week from the official start). It cost him six days on the rest of the fleet but he is making an impressive comeback, sitting in eleventh at the time of writing.

After earlier narrowly avoiding a collision with a fishing boat by 5m, US entrant Guy deBoer’s yacht Spirit sadly ran onto rocks north of Fuerteventura.

Guy explained: “After going through the gate in Lanzarote, I was awake for 30 hours, and I chose to go west of Fuerteventura, it was close-hauled but I was sailing 30° over the island and was safe. The moment I sat down I fell asleep because I was so fatigued. The reason I hit the rocks is because the wind velocity dropped off significantly and the boat bore away towards the island and I was not aware of that before the boat hit the rock.”

Earlier in the race the UK’s Ertan Beskardes had an electrical short and he

later knocked himself out falling into the cockpit. Unfortunately Ertan’s electrical issues continued and he planned to stop in Cape Verde for repairs and continue in the Chichester Class, but later changed his mind. He is running on minimal power and it is clear the batteries have been seriously damaged, however, he is prepared to finish the race without power, using his emergency solar system to recharge critical safety comms.

Canada’s Edward Walentynowicz decided to retire from the race, contemplating another participation in 2026. Mark Sinclair, the only Australian skipper, also decided to retire citing family reasons. Mark had only finished his 2018 Golden Globe Race 100 days before starting the 2022 event – restarting in the Chichester Class after an extended break.

Simon Curwen (UK) is currently leading the fleet with Tapio Lehtinen (FIN) and Pat Lawless (IRE) chasing him. You can follow the progress of the 13 remaining sailors at goldengloberace.com/live-tracker

The UK sailors are positioned in the GGR as follows:

1st Simon Curwen

7th Ertan Beskardes

8th Guy Waites

Ian Herbert-Jones

RACE OF THE CENTURY PREMIERE

ROYALS IN WALES

SAILGP ROUND-UP

BOATS TO

Premiering last month as part of the Netflix docuseries ‘Untold: Volume 2’, The Race of the Century tells the tale of the group of Australians who banded together to dethrone the New York Yacht Club and break the longest-running winning streak in history - 132 years - in the most prestigious sailing competition in the world.

Directed by Emmy Award-winning brothers Chapman Way and Maclain Way and produced by Ben Silverman,

Howard T. Owens and Isabel San Vargas of Propagate, the film features never-before-seen footage and imagery and sits down with John Bertrand, Dennis Conner and other key members of the 1983 US and Australian crews as they share their incredible experience of the ultimate race to victory. The film also highlights the talents of engineer Benny Lexcen, and his radical design of the fastest yacht in history that revolutionised the sport of sailing.

“The 1983 America’s Cup is an incredible story of characters and patriotism,” said Chapman Way.

“What really fascinated us was that the competition was less about physical athleticism, and more of a test of engineering and intelligence. The America’s Cup is really our country’s best minds versus your country’s best minds, and our country’s best resources versus your country’s best resources.”

PIP ON PATROL

Highfield Boats has announced a partnership with Pip Hare Ocean Racing, supplying the team with a bespoke Patrol 760 RIB.

The RI B will support Pip’s global sailing campaign which includes preparing for the 2024 Vendée Globe on her new foiling IMOCA, Medallia. Pip is one of only eight women to have completed the Vendee Globe (the 2020 edition). In preparation for the Vendée, Pip will be competing in the Route du Rhum, which starts in November.

“A support RIB with good power and manoeuvrability is essential for us,” said Pip. “We are pleased to have this partnership with Highfield Boats. Our team has already taken delivery of the RIB, and we have the reassurance

of its integrity and design, to enable our support team to keep close to Medallia in what can be challenging offshore seas. It feels good, too, that the boat is made of recyclable materials.”

Steve Harrison of Highfield Boats said: “We are very proud to partner with Pip - we closely followed her progress and achievements throughout the Vendée Globe 2020, earning her place as one of the world’s top offshore sailors. Her commitment to pushing the boundaries fits with our brand ethos, that of daring to explore further.”

The package also includes a second RIB from Highfield to provide further technical support. www.highfieldboats.com www.piphare.com

SAYING

REPORT

Spirit hit rocks 50m off the beach on the north coast of Fuerteventura in the Canary Islands

LEFT: President Reagan and crew of Stars and Stripes in the Oval Office in 1987, in Untold: The Race of the Century, after regaining the trophy

RNLI

British Marine

Image: Jon Buckle for SailGP

Tom VanOossanen

Autumn is officially here, but there is still plenty of boating to enjoy, whether a day out in your local area or venturing further afield. Perhaps you live in Scotland or are a regular visitor in which case you already know what a stunning pace it is to sail.

We have been taking a closer look at two fantastic Scottish boating locations in this issue. The first is Kerrera Marina (pictured), which offers spectacular views at every turn. Turn to page 30 to see for yourself. The wonderful Western Isles of Scotland are easily accessible from Kerrera Marina, so this could soon be on your must-visit list for 2023.

Staying on the west of Scotland, but further south, we have also been finding out the results of the investment at Troon Yacht Haven, including achieving Five Gold Anchor accreditation for the first time.

Unfortunately Scotland’s Boat Show, which was set for this month, was cancelled back in the summer, but fingers crossed it will return next year. However, there are plenty of other boating events in Scotland, which you could plan a trip around. For example, the Scottish Traditional Boat Festival is set for 30 June – 2 July.

Did you make it to last month’s Southampton International Boat Show? The sun shone for much of the show and certainly when we visited there were lots of happy faces enjoying looking around boats at the marina and chatting to exhibitors throughout the stands back on land. The Guinness Bar was, of course, extremely busy too, but then it is thirsty work looking at all those boats and kit! If you missed it, you will find lots of show news on the All at Sea website, plus you will find more stories in this month’s news pages, including an announcement about the Green Blue Boating Pledge.

The show closed its doors for the Queen’s funeral and a minute’s silence was also held on the first day

ABOARD

By Jane Hyde

UNIQUE SEAGRASS EXPERIMENT

as a mark of respect. Furthermore, at the entrance to the show there was a lovely tribute with information about how the Queen has spent time in Southampton over the years.

You can read the moving tributes to Her Majesty from the RNLI, RYA and Sailors’ Society on page 12.

Back to events happening this month and 10 October is World Mental Health Day. Former superyacht crew member Melanie White has been sharing her own story ahead of this month’s publication of her memoir Behind Ocean Lines: The Invisible Price of Accommodating Luxury. You can also enter a competition to be in with the chance of winning a signed copy of her book.

Talking of competitions, we have a great giveaway from men-ü who are offering seven Boating Essentials Kits worth £86 each, which include shampoo, shower gel and a wash bag. You can find out more about the products and how to enter on page 23.

Enjoy the paper.

men-ü Boating

Kits worth £86 each

experiment to boost restoration efforts

seagrass for use in marine regeneration projects

a crucial stage in its trials within Falmouth Harbour.

The hot-housing ‘Seavive Pod’, designed and now modified by Bournemouth University student Alex Croasdell, has been found to successfully rot down seagrass seedpods to nurture the release of seeds so that they can be used in projects to replenish and renew seagrass beds.

Seagrass is vital for marine life which depends on its meadows for food and shelter and to the health of seas and the environment as it captures carbon more effectively than tropical rainforests.

Yet a study by University College London estimates at least 44 per cent of the UK’s seagrass has been lost since 1936 with pollution, mining and farming as well as dredging, bottom trawling, water quality, anchoring and coastal development all contributing to the decline.

Alex’s latest Seavive design, 3D printed by Niall Jones using recycled plastic, is now suspended below the Falmouth Haven pontoons and contains

seagrass seed pods harvested from the Flushing seagrass bed.

The prototype Seavive pod will be retrieved from the Falmouth Haven pontoon in November and the released seeds used as part of an educational session within the wider Cornwall Flood Forum taking place in November. The plan is for school pupils to take the released seeds, mix them with sand and place them in hessian bags. They will hand these bags to volunteer divers and snorkellers at Flushing Beach who will plant them within scour patches left by moorings removed by Falmouth Harbour in 2021.

The seeds will be monitored for signs of germination in spring 2023 with hopes high that this activity will help to speed up the regeneration of these scour patches.

The Seavive project is among several Falmouth Harbour partnership initiatives for regenerating seagrass meadows – with trials of its AMS ecomooring systems well underway and new yellow buoys marking seagrass and maerl beds off Falmouth’s beaches and within the harbour.

New boat quality at pre-owned prices

By THE leading refit specialist

NEWS

AIRCRAFT RECOVERED

In August we reported that a F/A-18 Super Hornet aircraft had been blown off the flight deck of aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman. While it was unknown at that time whether a recovery would be attempted, the aircraft was recovered from a depth of 9,500ft in the Mediterranean Sea by a US Navy team before being transported to the US.

SEE TITANIC IN 8K

The tragic story of the Titanic continues to fascinate us 110 years after she sank, taking more than 1,500 lives with her. Now the first 8K resolution footage of the Titanic has been released by OceanGate Expeditions. After the successful inaugural expedition to the wreck in 2021, OceanGate Expeditions will continue to return annually to further document the Titanic and its rate of decay. If you missed the video in a recent All at Sea newsletter, you can watch it at: youtu.be/x40SAJS2whY

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NEW SPANISH TEAM

A new America’s Cup team founded in Barcelona, and representing Barcelona, the region of Catalonia and the country of Spain, will have teams in the Youth & Women’s America’s Cup events scheduled to run in parallel with AC37 in 2024. The team will operate from a base in the Port of Barcelona and plans to buy two of the newly released 40ft AC40 foiling monohulls. The team is welcoming applications from sailors across Spain.

WINNING READERS

Congratulations to August’s competition winners. Cara Baker and Peter Clist won a copy of Norfolk, The Wash and Humber, while John Taggart receives a copy of Riviera - 40 Years of Evolution. We also gave away six Gill Voyager Duffel Bags. Karen Watson won the 90L bag and Nil Brit, Nicola Dawson, June B, Simon Mills and Michelle Kelly all won a 60L bag. Turn to pages 23 and 24 to enter this month’s competitions.

Holyhead RNLI volunteers were honoured to welcome Their Royal Highnesses The Prince and Princess of Wales during a whistle-stop tour that brought them back to the island they once called home.

The Royal couple met lifeboat crew members and shop volunteers during their first visit to Wales since becoming The Prince and Princess of Wales. Their Royal Highnesses chatted to volunteers including 21-year-old lifeboat helm Sion Owens, one of the station’s youngest ever helms, and 83-year-old Gill Davies, who has volunteered in the RNLI shop for over 20 years.

Tony Price, Holyhead RNLI Coxswain, said: “It was an absolute pleasure to

welcome The Prince and Princess of Wales to Holyhead RNLI and a privilege to have met them.

"They both showed a genuine and passionate interest in the work of the RNLI, from our shop volunteers to the lifeboat crew. They spent a long time chatting to many of us about our individual roles and the part we play in saving lives at sea. They seemed so at ease and asked many interesting questions about the RNLI, showing a particular interest in mental health.”

The station has special relevance for The Prince and Princess, as they lived on Anglesey for several years while Prince

YOUR TRAILERS AT BOATFOLK

SBS Trailers and boatfolk announced a new partnership during the Southampton Boat Show which will see SBS Trailers being available through boatfolk’s marinas. Boaters can buy trailers at all 11 marinas, with boatfolk’s marine engineering and repair division, boatcare, helping customers with the necessary adjustments to their trailer. The team will also give advice on getting going safely and with confidence.

Andy Wyer, managing director SBS Trailers, said: “Working with boatfolk makes our products even more accessible and will get customers on the water quicker and more efficiently.”

Nick Gill, head of boatcare by boatfolk, said: “At boatfolk, we are on a mission to make it easy for anyone who wants to get on the water to enjoy every second afloat. By removing the stress of transporting your boat, we are helping boaters make the most of their time on the water and we are delighted to bring this brand to the boatfolk community.”

William was an RAF search and rescue helicopter pilot, stationed at RAF Valley, which included working with the island’s lifeboat crew on rescues during his time in the role.

The Prince and Princess of Wales’ first Royal visit after announcing their engagement was also on the island as they attended a service of dedication for RNLI lifeboat, the Hereford Endeavour, at Trearddur Bay Lifeboat Station in 2013.

This time the Royal couple had a tour of Holyhead Lifeboat Station, including the ‘local knowledge’ room, put together by the crew for visitors to familiarise themselves with local waters. Their Royal Highnesses were also able to have a closeup view of the station’s D class inshore lifeboat Mary and Archie Hooper.

Holyhead Lifeboat Operations Manager David Owens said: “The local people have a genuine fondness for the Royal couple, who were a part of island life while they lived locally. Our volunteers are very proud of what they do, and meeting The Prince and Princess was a real honour, and something none of them will forget.’

Prince William’s last engagement with the RNLI was at an Emergency Services Day event last year when he met 12-year-old Ravi Saini who made national headlines in 2020 when he used the RNLI’s Float to Live advice after being caught in a rip current while on holiday in Scarborough.

A NEW CHALLENGE

The group at the end of the voyage with members of the International Association of Cape Horners

A group of 10 young people from Devon enjoyed a five-day voyage from Portsmouth to Brixham onboard an iconic 72ft Challenger yacht with Tall Ships Youth Trust, thanks to support from the International Association of Cape Horners.

The young people were young adult carers aged 16 - 25 from two Devon organisations, Torbay Young Adult Carers and Improving Lives Plymouth.

TSYT is the UK’s oldest and largest youth development sail training charity and has a particular focus

on working with young people from disadvantaged backgrounds, with 75 per cent of its beneficiaries facing some form of disadvantage.

Ruth (18), who was part of the crew, said: “At the start of the week I did not know many people onboard but as the week went on, we all got to know each other well and I now have 10 new friends. The voyage was an opportunity for me to get some respite from my caring role. Having something different to think about and focus on has been really good for me.”

FIRST ELECTRIC AMPHIBIOUS BOAT

Iguana Yachts has launched the first electric amphibious boat, the Iguana Foiler.

Responding to the demand for an electric version of the Iguana, the French shipyard developed a foiling version of its amphibious boat fitted with an electric Evoy 300hp outboard. The Iguana Foiler has a range of 50 miles and can go up to 30 knots.

The electric amphibious Iguana Foiler is ideal for lakes and seas and offers a comfortable and dry experience above choppy waves. The foils can be folded

for manoeuvres in harbours as well as when foils cannot be used in harsh seas. When the foils are folded, the boat works as a normal semi-planing hull.

The Iguana Foiler has a bow-rider deck with an all-around windscreen above the console and seats on the bow. With lots of space and seating areas, it is ideal for smooth rides with family and friends. Like all other Iguanas, the Foiler is amphibious with foldable tracks. Iguana-yachts.com

Turn to page 10 for more new boats.

OCEANS MINISTER?

The All-Party Parliamentary Group for the Ocean, a cross-party group of MPs and Peers chaired by Sally-Ann Hart MP, has sent an open letter to Prime Minister Liz Truss urging her to create a Minister for the Ocean position dedicated to all ocean issues, in order to “further establish the UK as a global leader in ocean protection, conservation and research”. Nearly 30 cross-party parliamentarians signed the letter requesting the creation of the ‘much-needed’ Ministerial role.

SMALL SHIPS RACE

Around 200 young people took part in the Cowes Small Ships Race, an annual event organised by the Association of Sail Training Organisations. Sailing out of Cowes Yacht Haven, the young people joined crews on board 19 vessels from a number of Sail Training organisations for a round the cans race in the Solent. Crews celebrated their achievements with a crew party and prize-giving.

ADDITIONAL FLIGHT

Hovertravel has added a new earlier flight to its timetable by including a 07:45 departure from Ryde on Saturdays running until 10 December.

Loretta Lale, head of commercial at Hovertravel, said: “We will review the demand on a weekly basis and make a decision whether this can be a permanent addition in December. These flights are available to buy online now, along with the new 08:00 departure from Southsea. www.hovertravel.co.uk

UK’S ULTIMATE SEA VIEWS

National maritime charity, the Shipwrecked Mariners’ Society has announced the winner of its tenth annual photography competition, showcasing images relating to all aspects of the UK’s historic relationship with the sea.

This year, the competition received more than 1,000 entries from amateur and professional photographers, with the judging panel awarding the overall prize to Justin Minns for his entry ‘The Old Oyster Beds’, a stunning aerial shot taken in Brightlingsea, Essex.

In addition to the overall prize, winners were also named in four categories:

■ Coastal Views: Andrew Hocking –‘Unicorn’ taken in Godrevy, Cornwall

■ People and Recreation: Jason Thompson –

‘My Playground’ taken on Skegness Beach

■ Industry: Jonathan Killick – ‘Wind Turbines’ taken in Lincolnshire

■ Ships and Wrecks: Justin Minns –‘Scattered’ taken at Thames Estuary, Essex

To view a full gallery of this year’s winning images, visit shipwreckedmariners.org.uk

The Old Oyster Beds, by Justin Minns, is the 2022 Overall Winner in the Shipwrecked Mariner’s Society's competition

My Playground by Jason Thompson - People and Recreation winner

Scattered by Justin Minns - Ships and Wrecks winner

Unicorn by Andrew HockingCoastal Views winner

Wind Turbines by Jonathan KillickIndustry winner

UNITED STATES FINDS FORM

Jimmy Spithill led his United States SailGP Team to his first ever SailGP victory at the Range Rover France Sail Grand Prix in Saint-Tropez in early September.

In the final he battled the in-form New Zealand team of Peter Burling, chasing a third straight event win, and Ben Ainslie’s Great Britain team.

Jimmy Spithill’s win revives what had to that point been a troubled season for the United States team, with this event marking their first event final.

Jimmy said:“It is fantastic to get that first win, it has been a long time coming, but it was just an incredible team effort. We have just been working really, really hard since the beginning of this season. We backed ourselves, we knew we would get there, we just needed to keep learning the lessons and not worry too much about what was said outside the team.”

After missing the previous event in Copenhagen after training mishaps, Ben

Ainslie's team returned to form and made it into their third final of the season.

However, it was not without drama as the team was forced to retire from Race 2 on the first day of racing after a failure in the starboard daggerboard casing. The team asked for a delay to the start of race 3 to allow their shore a team to make an onwater fix, and with three minutes to go the repair was made.

Ben said: “We have a great team here, it has come through a lot of adversity one way or another these past few events and these past few seasons but we just keep digging in. We know we have the capability not just to win events but win this whole thing outright.”

The British team displayed a special tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on their F50 race boat in France, following the death of the Queen.

The tribute to HM Queen Elizabeth II on the hull of the Great Britain SailGP Team F50 at the France Sail Grand Prix in Saint Tropez

“It is a poignant moment for our country, The Queen was such a huge part of everyone’s lives. To lose her was very sad. We wanted to put on a show for everyone back home, we did not quite get the win but hopefully we have put a few smiles on faces. We are proud to represent Britain, for our Queen, and now for our King.”

The France Sail Grand Prix was swiftly followed by the Spain Sail Gran Prix. In the closest-ever finish to a SailGP event, Quentin Delapierre led the France SailGP Team to victory by just three seconds over Jimmy Spithill’s US team to claim the team’s first event win in SailGP. The event win also saw the French team move into the top three of the championship standings after six events of Season 3.

The Great Britain team finished fifth in Spain, placing them fourth in the championship standings, just one point behind France.

With the European leg of Season 3 now concluded, SailGP’s championship continues at the Dubai Sail Grand Prix presented by P&O Marinas over 12 – 13 November.

New Zealand SailGP Team, Great Britain SailGP Team and USA SailGP Team race in the Podium final at the France Sail Grand Prix

IN OUR ELEMENT

The In Our Element Atlantic Rowing team took a break in their training schedule to visit the Southampton International Boat Show for their final public appearance before they pack up the boat for La Gomera and the start of the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Rowing Challenge – 3,000 miles across the Atlantic Ocean from La Gomera to Antigua – in December. Premier Marinas is a platinum sponsor to the team and you will be able to follow their progress on Premier Marinas’ social channels.

BOATY IN SCOTLAND

Have you been wondering what Boaty McBoatface is up to? The robot submarine is in the UK helping to conduct research on endof-life oil fields off the coast of the Shetland Islands. The mission will help monitor and protect the marine environment in the North Sea and to support industry transition towards its net-zero targets.

PALMA T6 TESTING

INEOS Britannia is set to launch a 40ft test boat, T6, in Palma this autumn. It is the team’s first design and construction project since partnering with the MercedesAMG Petronas F1 Team. The team are in Palma for the winter training period, rather than America’s Cup host city Barcelona, as they believe the conditions will be better. The British team’s AC40 is scheduled to be delivered before the end of this year.

Image: Ricardo Pinto for SailGP

Image: Bob Martin for SailGP

(AND SUBMARINE)!

NEW ERA OF OCEAN EXPLORATION REVOLUTIONISING BOAT BUILDING

submersible manufacturer U-Boat Worx has started the volume production of its one and two-seater NEMO submersibles, the only private serial produced submarines in the world, creating a 40 per cent price reduction in the process.

The NEMO 1 and 2, which have a 100m depth rating, are priced at €545,000 and €590,000 respectively.

U-Boat Worx founder and chairman, Bert Houtman, said: “We set out on a mission to introduce safe and effortless access to the underwater world to as many people as possible. With the NEMO pricing revolution, we are now

taking the next step in this journey with the aim of having 1,000 submarines in operation by 2030.”

The NEMO’s lightweight and compact credentials create a turnkey solution suited to yachts of all sizes. That said, private submarine ownership for non-yacht owners is also now possible thanks to the range of complementary beach launchers, towable car trailers, floating submarine houses and small support crafts.

Lex van Rijswijk, NEMO product manager, said: “We are excited to see volume production of the NEMO usher in a new era of ocean exploration.”

The NEMO will be available from stock in 2023.

ExoTechnologies, the maritime green technologies start-up, says it wants to revolutionise boat building after unveiling its first fully recyclable, highperformance leisure boat at the Southampton International Boat Show.

The 11m £350,000 vessel has been built at its Ultimate

Boats boatyard in Glasgow to a design created by the renowned designer John Moxham. The boat was showcased at Southampton after being sold to a private owner.

The boat is built from ExoTechnologies’ DANU material, a composite material of exceptional strength capable of

being recovered, re-cycled and re-used repeatedly.

In June the company launched its first DANU built workboat for Police Scotland. ExoTechnologies CEO Shane Mugan says he sees recreational boats making up around a third of future turnover and plans to create 300 jobs at the yard within five years.

TIME WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY

Firmly focused on family leisure, the Beneteau Antares 7 offers new features to improve comfort and extend your trips on the water making it a great weekender for people who love being on the water.

The Antares 7 has been upgraded with new fittings and equipment that make it very versatile. Innovations and clever ideas, such as the side boarding door, large starboard walkway, integrated equipment in the hard top, separate heads, spacious berths and storage, combine to make it the ideal boat for family time on the water, weekend cruises or fishing trips with friends.

The boat’s beam does not exceed 2.5m, so it is trailerable by road, perfect for exploring lots of new places.

In further news... Barrus has announced a distribution agreement with Beneteau which will see Barrus become the main UK dealer for the Flyer range, which has been totally renewed, and the Antares range. The Flyer range comprises a number of outboard boats from 5 - 10m and is ideal for people keen on watersports and day trips. The Antares range includes outboard powerboats ranging from 5.7 to 11m.

SEALEGS

Sealegs International has announced the release of its large format Amphibious Enablement System 100 on its latest craft - the 12m Sealegs 12RC.

Sealegs CEO David McKee Wright said: “The size of the

platform enables customers the freedom to use their Sealegs in nearly all-weather conditions in style and comfort. The 12RC represents everything a traditional Sealegs does just more of it. More comfort, luxury and freedom.

Being as big as it is the 12RC includes dual electric retractable sunroofs, retracting rear cabin windows and several layout options which can include a galley, up to four berths, a bathroom and commercial seating.”

MAYLA ELECTRIC YACHT

Mayla Yacht, a German yacht manufacturer, made its debut at Cannes Yachting Festival.

Mayla, meaning “the one who loves water”, was founded by Cristopher Gelsdorf and Olivier Arnault who met working offshore hundreds of kilometres off the German coast. Their aim was to build a yacht like no other, extremely fast, environmentally friendly and perfectly accommodating for the best cocktail parties in the bay.

The Mayla team has now commenced production of Mayla fourtyfour, which is launching in early 2023. it is estimated to achieve a range of 270nm at 30knots, and a top speed of 70+ knots. Fully built in carbon prepreg, the yacht is powered

by two dual-core electric motors and has been developed with two configurations: full electric or range-extended hybrid.

FAIRLINE’S FUTURE GROWTH

Fairline unveiled two show debuts at the Southampton International Boat Show as part of an initial transformational product development plan which takes the company to 2028.

Paul Grys, CEO of Fairline Yachts, showcased the flagship Squadron 68 and F//LINE 33 Outboard during the show’s launch day and gave an insight into the brand’s performance over the past 12 months.

Since its acquisition by Hanover, Fairline has received investments of more than £6 million through 2022, which allowed for the completion of the first stage of its product development plan. Fairline’s inhouse design team is finalising details of the next phase of the product plan and the company is on schedule to deliver 60 per cent more boats than last year.

Brand new products

launching in 2023 include the all-new Targa 40 and Squadron 58. The year ahead is also buoyed by a strong forward order book with orders valued at £125 million.

Paul Grys said: “At Fairline, we recognise that new products are the lifeblood of

our company. We are confident in achieving long-term and profitable growth underpinned by a strong forward order book. The investments made in new products underpin our future growth and we have got an exciting period ahead of us.”

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NEW WETWHEELS COMING TO DEVON

MORE FREEDOM LOCATIONS

Now with 33 locations across the UK, France and Spain, Freedom Boat Club has announced the opening of its first franchise locations in the UK with locations in Windermere and Torquay.

Newly opened in September, the Windermere location (pictured) is owned and operated by Grahame Armer of Aquatic Quays Marina and provides members access to the ultimate Lake District

experience. Opening spring 2023, Freedom Boat Club Torquay is based on South Pier within Torquay Harbour. A well-protected boating haven, the harbour has access to some of the best facilities in the Southwest and provides the ideal base from which to explore the beautiful English Riviera coastline. The location is owned and operated by Jason Bond and Antony Birchell of Birchell Marina.

Wetwheels announced its eighth boat, Wetwheels Torbay, at the Southampton Boat Show.

Wetwheels founder and trustee Geoff Holt revealed that the new boat will be launched in Devon in spring 2024, bringing the opportunity of accessing the open water to more disabled people

Having already given more than 50,000 disabled people the opportunity to spend time on the water onboard specially built, fully accessible powerboats, the charity is expanding to meet increasing demand.

The new boat has been supported by the Ashton family from Devon. James Ashton said:“I grew up with the sea in my blood; I was on it, in it and under it. From a young age I was drawn to the sea and luckily home, on the River Teign Estuary in Devon, was within a good cast of a fishing line and is where I live today.

“Following a successful career and early retirement, I thought boating and the sea were within reach of unlimited bliss. Sadly, in the same month I retired I was diagnosed with MND.

“Today I need 24-7 care from two carers and am permanently attached to a ventilator to keep me breathing. I cannot move any muscles and only communicate with an eye gaze computer which has enabled me to write this.

“Thundercat is my own accessible boat and, in May 2021, a whole new chapter of boating opened up

and it has exceeded all expectations. This July, I even hosted a Hawaiian party on Thundercat.

“My desire was to leave a legacy so others, not ordinarily able to access the sea by boat through illness or disability, could enjoy the immense pleasure it brings. With the support of my wife, Joanna, and our two teenage boys, Sam and Monty, I decided to donate funds to enable a new build for Wetwheels from Cheetah Catamaran. With scrutiny and guidance from my former business colleague of 20 years and friend, Russell Smart, we achieved this goal.”

Geoff Holt MBE DL welcomed Joanna, Sam and Monty to the boat show event and took them for a ride on the water on board Wetwheels Solent.

Geoff said: “We are looking forward to working with the local disabled community and partner organisations when Wetwheels Torbay is launched. We could not have done this without the generous support of the Ashton family.

“James shares my understanding of the importance of being on the water as a disabled person. He also shares my vision of getting more disabled people to share this exhilarating experience of riding in a powerboat. I want to take this opportunity to express our deep thanks and appreciation for the support we have received to make this dream a reality.”

An artist’s impression of Wetwheels Torbay

QUEEN ELIZABETH II

RNLI PAYS TRIBUTE

The RNLI’s chief executive Mark Dowie paid tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s 70 years of unstinting service to the lifesaving charity.

Her Majesty was the longest-serving patron in the near 200-year history of the RNLI, attending many official occasions and recognising the efforts of thousands of volunteers during her visits to lifeboat stations, through the national Honours awards and the medals issued to operational personnel in 1977, 2002, 2012 and 2022 to mark the four Jubilees.

Mark said: “The RNLI has lost a Patron but of course the country has lost a monarch and the Royal Family has lost a mother, a grandmother and a great grandmother.

“For the RNLI, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s service was a beacon for us to follow and I personally

have found that particular link incredibly powerful as I have thought about Her Majesty’s impact on the charity. The mood across the RNLI started with great sadness about the loss of our Patron. It has now gone on to respect and great gratitude for the 70 years of unstinting service Her Majesty gave us.

“The RNLI has very strong values: selflessness, trustworthiness, dependability and courage, and these are the very values that Her Majesty personified for all of the people of the UK and right around the world.”

Her Majesty had been Patron of the charity since ascending to the throne following the death of her father King George VI in 1952 and was a much-loved member of the RNLI family.

However, Her Majesty’s devotion to the RNLI started before she even became

Queen, when at 21 the then Princess Elizabeth donated £180, the equivalent of almost £7,000 today, to the charity.

On 27 June 1949 Princess Elizabeth conducted her first lifeboat station visit to St Helier, Jersey and on 17 July 1972 Her Majesty became the first reigning monarch to name a lifeboat, the Solent class The Royal British Legion Jubilee. Two years later the Queen hosted a garden party at Buckingham Palace to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the RNLI.

In total, Her Majesty named five lifeboats and in 1993 named ‘her’ own, the Mersey class all-weather lifeboat Her Majesty The Queen. On 24 July 2004, The Queen officially opened the RNLI’s new headquarters in Poole accompanied by the late Duke of Edinburgh and the RNLI’s President, HRH The Duke of Kent. Eight years later Queen Elizabeth opened Cowes’ new lifeboat station.

The Queen’s final official engagement on behalf of the RNLI was in May 2013, when she unveiled a plaque at St Ives Lifeboat Station in Cornwall and

met the volunteer lifeboat crew and fundraisers.

Mark concluded: “Her Majesty saw a huge amount of change and modernisation of the RNLI during that time to the amazing lifesaving service being delivered 24/7 right around the coast of the UK and Ireland. We know that the RNLI meant a lot to Her Majesty and she certainly meant a lot to us.”

THE RYA MOURNS THE PASSING OF HER MAJESTY

Amongst the sailing organisations paying tribute to the Queen was the RYA who said: “The RYA is deeply saddened by the loss of our Patron, Her Majesty The Queen.”

In 1948, HRH Princess Elizabeth, Duchess of Edinburgh and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh were listed as new members of the RYA, which was known then as the Yacht Racing Association. It became the Royal Yachting Association in 1952 when Sir Ralph Gore, then president, spoke of “Her Majesty’s recent command that the name of the Association will in future be the Royal Yachting Association.”

The Royal Family has a long history of seafaring.

Over the centuries the monarchy has sailed aboard 83 royal yachts, including the most recent, HMY Britannia, which often hosted the RYA Council meetings during Cowes Week.

In addition to her diplomatic duties on royal tours, HMY Britannia was also a vessel for family holidays. During the summer months, the Royal Family would often take off on what became known as the aptly named Western Isles tour, cruising around Scotland. The tour often included a stop at the Castle of Mey to visit The Queen Mother before berthing in Aberdeen so that The Queen could travel to her favourite summer home, Balmoral.

With so many fond memories surrounding the yacht, Her Majesty officially took her leave of it in 1997 and the vessel was placed in the port of Leith in Scotland, where it serves as a floating museum and events venue. All of the clocks on board remain stopped at 3:01, the exact time that Queen Elizabeth disembarked for the last time.

In 1948, Bluebottle was presented to Her Majesty (then HRH Princess Elizabeth) and HRH Prince Philip as a wedding present from the Island Sailing Club. Bluebottle is the only British Dragon to have won an Olympic medal, picking up a bronze at the 1956 Melbourne Olympic Games.

Chris Preston, chair of the RYA, said: “Her patronages and charities have covered a wide range of issues, from opportunities for young people, to the preservation of wildlife and the environment. It was an honour for the RYA to host Her Majesty The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh on a trip to Cowes in 2012, where they were introduced to a number of young OnBoard sailors who were enjoying the opportunity to try sailing and windsurfing.

“Having Her Majesty as Royal Patron, alongside the support of her husband The Duke of Edinburgh as former RYA president and her daughter The Princess Royal as our current president, has undoubtedly helped us to raise awareness of our aims to increase participation in boating, to promote safety afloat and to raise sailing standards. Her Majesty will be sorely missed and we offer our deepest condolences to our President, The Princess Royal and her family.”

Queen Elizabeth II leaves after attending the opening ceremony of the sixth session of the Senedd in Cardiff in 2021

The Queen inspecting the lifeboat crew during her visit to the Sussex coast

Her Majesty The Queen on her final RNLI engagement at St Ives Lifeboat Station on 17 May, 2013

HM The Queen at the Lifeboat College opening in Poole

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RELATIONSHIP’

International maritime charity Sailors’ Society joined the nation in sending condolences and thanks for the 70 years of dedicated service Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has given as monarch and as the charity’s Patron.

Sailor’s Society chairman Peter Swift said: “We have always felt we had a very special relationship with her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. She was our Patron from her ascension to the throne in 1952 and her first solo royal duty as a Princess was for the Society, opening our Sailors’ Home in Aberdeen in 1944.

“She supported our work from then on and we are so thankful for the years of her interest and involvement and her care for seafarers worldwide. We share the deep sadness at her passing with those in the maritime industry across the globe and extend our heartfelt sympathies to the entire Royal Family.”

Sailors’ Society CEO Sara Baade added: “We have been truly blessed and proud to have such a dedicated and loved sovereign as our Patron for the past 70 years.”

www.sailors-society.org/queen-elizabeth

ALL CHANGE FOR CHANGE

As we become accustomed to life with a king as our monarch there will be gradual visual changes to parts of our lives that we have, until now, taken for granted.

English currency features the late Queen’s image; this money will stay in use for some time. Those old enough to recall pre-decimalisation shopping will remember finding pennies with images of earlier monarchs.

It has, however, been announced by the Royal Mint that coins featuring a portrait of King Charles III will gradually enter circulation from December, with 50p coins appearing first. As is traditional, the King's portrait will face left, while the late Queen's faced right.

Of lower value coins ParcelHero’s David Jinks said: “The move to produce new currency may hasten the demise of lower value coins. The Bank of England will not say how much it costs to produce a penny piece, but 2017 research showed that it cost 1.8 cents to produce one US penny. The cost and scale of producing new 1p pieces, and even 2p pieces, might mean they are phased out, rather than replaced by new ones bearing King Charles III’s head.

“That phasing out could be sooner than generally expected. The UK’s Royal Mint revealed in 2016 that 60 per cent of 1p and 2p coins are used only once, while 8 per cent of pennies are thrown away. New banknotes

will also need to be printed bearing the King’s head. Coincidentally, the last paper (as opposed to polymer) notes in circulation, for £20 and £50, had to be used by the end of September.

“Just like our money, every UK stamp features an image of the Queen. Like coins, these stamps will not become instantly unusable but will eventually be superseded by ones bearing the inset image of the new King. Coincidentally, all standard first and second class stamps without a barcode attached are scheduled to be withdrawn by 31 January, 2023.

The Queen’s Royal cypher also appears on more than 60 per cent of the UK’s 115,000 postboxes. New boxes not already in production will carry the new King’s mark, although not in Scotland where the Scottish crown is used instead.

“Another change is the Royal Warrant.‘By Appointment’ signs feature on many of the 800-plus company websites holding Royal Warrants. Those companies granted a warrant by the Queen will have to discontinue the use of the Royal Arms, or reapply to the new monarch, and prove they “supply products or services on a regular and ongoing basis to the Royal households … for not less than five years out of the past seven.”

www.parcelhero.com

Taking place at dusk on 24 September, the Reflections flotilla was a tribute by the river community marking the passing of Her Majesty the Queen and the accession of King Charles III.

The illuminated flotilla featured around 150 vessels, all of which were decorated in white lights with Her Majesty The Queen’s Row Barge, Gloriana the flotilla’s centrepiece. The RNLI’s new Shannon class lifeboat, named Duke of Edinburgh (pictured below), was among the leading boats. It is hoped the event will raise up to £20,000 for the RNLI, supporting the construction of a new lifeboat station at Waterloo Bridge.

RNLI chief executive, Mark Dowie, said: “Originally planned to celebrate Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee, this event

provides a fitting occasion for the Thames’ river communities, of which the RNLI has been a proud member for 20 years, to express their sadness at the recent death of Her Majesty.”

The flotilla started by Albert Bridge, moving downriver through central London, passing beneath Chelsea Bridge and Westminster Bridge before arriving at Tower Bridge.

In total the flotilla passed under seven bridges which were lit up in a special display by the lighting artist Leo Villareal.

Part of Totally Thames 2022, Reflections was organised by Thames Alive together with a group of people who played a central role in the delivery of the Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant in 2012.

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NEWS SNAPS

IBEX CANCELLED

The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference cancelled this year’s show, planned for 27 – 29 September, after weather reports showed the imminent arrival of Hurricane Ian. “The safety of our team, exhibitors and partners is our top priority and given the significant and unpredictable nature of the coming storm, cancelling the show is imperative to keeping everyone out of harm’s way,” said Frank Hugelmeyer, National Marine Manufacturers Association president.

PUMPKIN CRAFT

As we look forward to carving out pumpkins this month, a man in Nebraska has paddled 38 miles down the Missouri River in an 846lb hollowed out pumpkin, which he had been growing for a decade. The journey took Duane Hansen about 11 hours.

HOLIDAY CHOICES

For travellers seeking luxury on-thewater experiences, The Moorings has announced the US Virgin Islands as a new base for UK customers and a new two-week Cyclades itinerary for Athens, Greece. Kate Staniforth, head of marketing, said: “We are thrilled to offer the US Virgin Islands as a new Caribbean destination - our guests can now experience this exceptional part of the world, as well as the BVIs. We are also delighted to announce a new two-week charter itinerary from our Athens base, which offers stunning cruising around the Cyclades Islands, the most popular island group in the Aegean Sea.”

Read more holiday news on page 27.

EGGS AND BACON AT BUCKLER’S HARD

for permission to survey the wreck to determine how to preserve her.

Times are changing at the historic village and visitors can now enter for free, as they slow to Buckler’s Hard’s pace and enjoy a picturesque stroll with stunning views of boats on the river. The Shipwright’s Cottage and charming St Mary’s Chapel, with its smugglers’ cellar beside the altar, are also open to explore for free.

Until 30 October you can also step on board the River Cruise to explore the timeless tranquility of the village and enjoy the stunning scenery from the water.

For tickets and details see www. bucklershard.co.uk or call 01590 616 203.

WELL DONE JOHN!

As part of The Yacht Harbour Association’s Marina of the Year Awards Marina Assistant John Selman was awarded Towergate’s Marina Employee of the Year 2022 for his outstanding service to Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour customers.

“Outstanding”, “will go the extra mile for customers”, “a naturally helpful guy”, “always happy” and “nothing is too much trouble and he does it with a smile” are amongst the customer comments for John that were received by the award judges, resulting in him being selected from employees at more than 160 Gold Anchor accredited marinas around the world.

There is a new free exhibition, HMS Agamemnon – Navigating the Legend, at the village of Buckler’s Hard on the banks of the Beaulieu River.

Buckler’s Hard director, the Hon. Mary Montagu-Scott created the exhibition as part of an international project to save the wreck of HMS Agamemnon, which is now at risk of being exposed to erosion, treasure hunters and ship worm decay.

In the new exhibition, in the Shipwrights Workshop, visitors can discover how nations are working together to preserve the world’s only surviving wreck of a ship built at Buckler’s Hard. See a film of the story, model of the 64-gun ship and artefacts from Nelson’s favourite vessel,

affectionately known as ‘Eggs and Bacon’ by her crew.

HMS Agamemnon was built at Buckler’s Hard from 2,000 oaks and launched there in 1781. She fought in the Battle of Trafalgar and served the Royal Navy for nearly 30 years, before sinking without trace after being wrecked off the coast of Uruguay. She was rediscovered in 1993.

Now invasive whelks from the IndoPacific have eaten the native mussels which covered the wreck for more than 200 years. A team of maritime archaeologists, led by Prof Jon Adams at the Centre for Maritime Archaeology at the University of Southampton, has joined forces with experts from Uruguay to apply

LIVE MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT MOCKTAILS & COCKTAILS

John said: “I am immensely proud to have received this award, as I am always striving to be as helpful as possible, to help our customers to get the most out of their time on the Beaulieu River. It is really important to me to give sailors and visitors the best possible experience I can. I always aim to work with a smile! The Beaulieu River is a special place to work, thanks not only to its beauty, but also how friendly everybody is.”

Beaulieu River Harbour Master Wendy Stowe said: “The organisation is very lucky to have him on the team, and is grateful for all of the enthusiasm and hard work he brings to the river.”

Read more about The Yacht Harbour Association’s Marina of the Year Awards on page 33.

INTERACTIVE COCKTAIL EVENT

SATURDAY 22 OCTOBER, 7PM - LATE

Enjoy a dash of live music, a twist of street entertainment, shaken and served with some delicious signature cocktails and mocktails to sample from our amazing waterside bars and restaurants. Vote for your favourite drink to see it crowned our best signature cocktail of 2022.

The HMS Agamemnon model in the exhibition at Buckler’s Hard

Buckler’s Hard village

Image: Beaulieu Enterprises Ltd

JOIN THE PLEDGE SOUNDS OF A WINDRIDER

A blind sailor’s perspective on the joys of sailing shared by Lymington Sailability’s Gordon Munro…

PLATINUM AWARD FOR UNIVERSITY CHALLENGE

From narrowboat liveaboards to dinghy and yacht sailors, to personal watercraft owners and motor cruisers, The Green Blue Boating Pledge is a new way for boat users to show their commitment to protecting and respecting the environment.

The Pledge, launched at the Southampton International Boat Show, has been created for boat users to actively declare their commitment to following sustainable boating practices.

The Green Blue hope it will help raise awareness of important environmental issues, such as water pollution, and will inspire

boat users to learn more about what they can do to lower their impact whilst on the water.

There are 15 Pledge points focused around the strapline, ‘Respect, Protect, Enjoy’. Each of the points has been selected as playing a positive role in the well-being of surrounding habitats and wildlife; they range from choosing your anchorage with care to using ecofriendly products.

Kate Fortnam, The Green Blue campaign manager, said: “The aim of the Pledge is to provide boat users with simple, practical guidelines which they can follow and hopefully inspire other boaters

to join. We have already had signups from several big names in the boating world, including our Patron, Mike Golding.”

Mike Golding OBE (pictured), said: “The Green Blue Pledge, which is supported by the Royal Yachting Association and British Marine, provides simple guidelines that help us respect and care for both the marine and inland environment we enjoy – how could any selfrespecting boat user not sign up?”

Boat users can sign-up online to join the Pledge via The Green Blue website and will receive a Pledge certificate and a metal pin badge. thegreenblue.org.uk

The challenge is on as 16 university sailing clubs from across the country race to complete The Green Blue’s annual University Sailing Sustainability Challenge.

New for this year’s challengers is the Platinum Award which sees students taking on a range of environmental actions.

The new Award is aimed at USCs that have already completed the Gold Award and are looking to take their sustainability credentials to the next level. The Award criteria includes elements from previous award levels as well as new activities, such as introducing an Environmental Policy at their

sailing venue, encouraging members to join The Green Blue’s Boating Pledge and participating in the Single-Use Plastic Free Accreditation.

It is hoped that the Platinum Award will encourage the students to look at the wider environment in which they sail and will inspire them to act as advocates for sustainability in their local boating communities.

RYA sustainability officer, and challenge coordinator, Olivia Wells, said: “With the Platinum Award we also wanted to encourage the clubs to look externally at how they could have a larger positive impact. We are excited that we already have 16 clubs signed-up this year, two of which are taking part in our new Platinum Award.”

The USCs have from September until February to complete their award level criteria before the successful clubs are invited to the presentation ceremony at the RYA Dinghy and Watersports Show. thegreenblue.org.uk

North Atlantic Fishing Company supported the Hull Sea Cadets on their four-day camping and sailing trip to Welton Water, inspiring the next generation of mariners in the region.

The long-standing relationship and annual sponsorship enabled the cohort of 36 Sea Cadets, aged 10 - 17, to practice their sailing skills by day and camping skills by night.

The trip has been running for two years at Welton Water, which is situated next to a scenic stretch of the Humber River, allowing the Cadets to take part in a range of activities including sailing, windsurfing, paddleboarding and rowing.

Jessica Case, a member of the Cadets, said: “I love the lessons and all of the activities - this trip is fantastic because my favourite activity is sailing and we get the chance to do it for four days!”

Phil Haslam, managing director at North Atlantic Holdings, said: “This annual trip is a lovely way to end the summer for them, providing an opportunity to build upon their sailing and outdoor skills.

"It is so important that we continue to provide experiences to inspire the next generation of maritime professionals within the Humber region, especially given its rich maritime history that should not be forgotten.”

“As a blind sailor with Lymington Sailability, I recently concentrated on the sounds around me as we sailed towards the wind on a calm sea and a light breeze in the western Solent;

“Above me the sails were silent as they propelled the boat along;

“To port on my left the small wavelets lapped and slapped lightly on the windward sponson;

“To starboard slightly behind me to the right a torrent raged between the two hulls; “Behind me there was the rush of the wake we were leaving astern; “So there is more to sailing than meets the eye.”

Gordon is in the front of the boat, while in the forefront are volunteers on Lymington Sailability’s safety boat

THOUSANDS ENJOY SUNNY DAYS AT SOUTHAMPTON

The Southampton International Boat Show has closed its doors for another year, and has been heralded a great success by organisers, exhibitors, sponsors and visitors..

“There has been a fabulous atmosphere at this year’s show and the feedback we have received from exhibitors from across the industry has been exceptional, with many indicating very strong sales,” said Lesley Robinson, CEO, British Marine.

With more exhibitors, debuts and boats than ever before a total of 685 individual stands and berths covered the show’s 70,000+ square meter footprint. More than 650 craft were on display, with some 300 boats berthed in the marina alone. The show also welcomed 126 new companies and hosted 167 UK and World debuts.

Lesley continued: “The show has put a real smile on everyone’s face with a fantastic mix of products, talks, entertainment and refreshments, plus our new VIP experience. We have welcomed everyone from boating newbies to seasoned sailors and watersports enthusiasts and the wide choice of sailing yachts, motorboats, accessories, paddleboards, kayaks and services has been incredibly well-received.”

Alongside craft of all shapes and sizes, plus a whole host of products and services, the show placed a real

emphasis on giving people the opportunity to get out on the water and give it a try. Lesley added: “Through our Get Afloat, Try-A-Boat and Try-A-Boat+ experiences we have hosted more than 14,000 visitors on the water, trying everything from dinghy sailing, paddleboarding and kayaking to RIB rides, yacht cruising and motorboating. Visitors have also been able to get out on the water onboard a selection of fascinating and historic craft.”

With three days of national mourning and the closure of the show for one day as a mark of respect for Her Majesty, there was an expected impact on visitor numbers; more than 83,000 people visited the show over nine days.

SOUTHAMPTON INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW 2023 EARLY BIRD TICKET OFFER!

Next year's show dates: 15 - 24 September

There are 5,000 early bird tickets available for just £19.99 and once they are gone, they are gone. The early bird ticket offer runs until the end of October 2022.

www.southamptonboatshow.com/visitorinformation/tickets

What the exhibitors said:

boatfolk

“Our team at boatfolk would like to thank all of our customers, visitors, brand ambassadors and British Marine for giving everyone a great boat show. It has been fantastic; vibrant, sunny and lots to see. We look forward to seeing you in 2023! And do not forget, James Harayda, William Croxford and Timothy Long –three young upcoming sailors having a big impact on the sailing scene with their respective campaigns.”

Fairline

“It is great to see the show back to its pre-pandemic levels with large visitor numbers. Sales for new and used boats both in the UK and Med are strong and we are very happy. It is a really well-run show and we have been very lucky with the weather. Cannot wait for next year; it is a shame it is all over so soon.”

Pantaenius UK

“It was great to see the show back in full swing with the sun shining for good measure! Pantaenius had a great show giving us the chance to connect with existing and new clients as well as our many marine industry partners – see you in 2023!”

Premier Marinas

“The Southampton Boat Show has been a perfect platform for us to build relationships with our berth holders and meet new customers. Our 10 marina teams have also enjoyed getting involved.”

Suzuki

“The Southampton International Boat Show really is the British marine industry at its best. We all come together here and showcase what we do to the public. We have had fantastic footfall, just another awesome show. Nearly 100 people a day have taken part in our Suzuki RIB experience and enjoyed getting out on the water, which is what it is all about.”

ROUND-UP

The latest news, information and up-dates from British Marine, the trade association for the UK leisure, superyacht and small commercial marine industry.

MEET THE TEAM AT BRITISH MARINE

Find out more about the people behind the Southampton International Boat Show and what they get up to when they are not preparing for Britain’s biggest boating festival.

Each year thousands of visitors descend upon the Southampton International Boat Show for a taste of all things marine and this year has been no exception, but what do you know about the team behind the show?

The show is the flagship show of British Marine, the trade association for the UK leisure, yachting, superyacht and small commercial marine industry. Established in 1913, today British Marine represents an industry which employs more than 38,700 people in the UK, supporting more than 1,500 members from boat builders to surveyors, marinas to engineering firms, many of whom exhibit at the show.

With such a diverse membership, British Marine’s vision is to provide support to a thriving industry that delivers amazing on water experiences for everyone. So how do they do it?

SHOW SUPPORT

There are many facets to British Marine, firstly they run or participate in flagship events, both in the UK and on the international stage to facilitate business trading. Alongside the Southampton International Boat Show, British Marine also run London Luxury Afloat. Launched earlier this year, it provides a unique showcase for the superyacht industry; our very own mini-Monaco in the heart of London. They also provide member businesses looking to showcase their products and services at international shows, such as BOOT Dusseldorf, METS Amsterdam, Miami and Monaco, with support and advice.

an exciting new location or people taking their first steps into the world of watersports, there is access to a whole raft of different activities at the click of a button. It is also a perfect platform for members to showcase their business to potential customers and helps to attract and retain participants in the boating activities that we love.

SUPPORTING MEMBERS

Alongside other industry networking events, such as the annual British Marine National Conference, there are a wide range of business support tools available to members. From technical support and legal advice to health and safety guidance, environmental advice and crisis management, the team are on hand offering bespoke assistance when members need it most.

British Marine offers a host of training courses. Over 90 courses are currently available, both face-to-face and online, which have been specifically developed for the marine industry by a specialist team of marine professionals. From apprenticeships starting at Level 2, equivalent to GCSEs, through to Level 7, which is equivalent to a master’s degree, to specialist marine courses, if you are looking for a career in the marine industry or want to develop your current skills, check out the British Marine training platform.

Another vital aspect of British Marine’s work is representation. From lobbying government and working to influence policy, to setting and maintaining standards and attending meetings with Government and regulators, the British Marine team are constantly ensuring that the views and rights of the sector are taken into consideration. Finally, and as outlined in their published National Agenda, the team at British Marine also focus on the environmental agenda as well as new technology and innovation.

HIGH STANDARDS

All British Marine members sign an extensive Code of Practice, thereby committing and adhering to high standards. This gives their customers the confidence and reassurance that they will receive high quality service and products when dealing with a British Marine member organisation.

CONNECTING PEOPLE

To help connect people with their local watersports’ providers, from sailing in Scotland to kayaking in Kent, British Marine operates the onthewater website (www.onthewater.co.uk) which provides a one-stop shop for watersports lovers looking for their next adventure. Whether that is a new activity, finding

At the heart of all this is their membership. Whether a sole trader or large enterprise the British Marine team prides itself in supporting all its members, offering expert advice and guidance to see them thrive whether they are just starting up or looking to take their marine business to the next level.

So that is our whistle stop tour behind the scenes of British Marine. If you want to find out more visit www.britishmarine.co.uk

British Marine is the trade association for the UK leisure, superyacht and small commercial marine industry. It has over 1,500 members from both seagoing and inland sectors and represents an industry which employs more than 38,700 people in the UK. British Marine also owns and operates the Southampton International Boat Show. For more information about the work of British Marine and how to join, please visit the website: www.britishmarine.co.uk or follow British Marine on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook.

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​London Luxury Afloat launched this year.

Image: Paul Wyeth

POWER TALK

OUTBOARD SUPPLIER

Suzuki GB has partnered with INEOS Britannia to become the official supplier of outboard motors for its fleet of chase boats, which will support the Challenger of Record for the 37th America’s Cup, to be held in Barcelona in 2024.

The chosen outboard will be the dual-propeller DF325A model, with Suzuki providing the team with 12 units.

Mark Beeley, head of marine & ATV for Suzuki GB said: “We are passionate about all aspects of boating and Team INEOS Britannia are at the very pinnacle of sailing as a sport, so it is a huge honour to partner with them.

“Our outboards are at the forefront of innovation too, so I think as a brand and a team we are very well aligned. We are excited about this

partnership and look forward to helping support the team over the next three years.”

Dave Endean, chief operations officer for INEOS Britannia, added: “Performance and reliability are key factors for us in everything we do, so Suzuki was the perfect fit when it came to an outboard supplier for our chase boats. We are very grateful for all the work they have done so far to help our support team get the boats rigged and ready. These outboards will ensure that our support team can keep pace with the race boats during our crucial testing and training.”

INEOS Britannia will be training in Palma and then Barcelona over the next 18 months in the run-up to AC37, which will also feature the first ever Women’s America’s Cup, being raced in the AC40 class.

NEXT GENERATION

From Mercury Marine comes its next generation of 25 and 30hp four-stroke outboards –engineered to be lighter, faster and easier to operate and maintain.

“Mercury’s new 25 and 30hp platform brings new capabilities and a better consumer experience to a wide variety of recreational and

commercial boats,” said Chris Drees, Mercury Marine president. “In addition to being lighter, faster and quieter, the new engines in this line-up deliver what boaters have asked for with exciting new options like digital technologies and an ergonomically positioned tiller handle.”

Starting at just 132lb, these new threecylinder engines are 16 per cent lighter than the previous generation. The outboards come in 25 and 30hp four-stroke, 25hp SeaPro™ and 25hp ProKicker™ models.

Bringing you the latest marine engine news…

Outboards for Salpa Nautica

Yamaha Motor has announced an agreement with Italian boat builder Salpa Nautica.

The partnership will see the manufacturer supply outboard engines to Salpa Nautica for a variety of the shipyard’s popular craft over the next five years.

These include the Avantgarde 35, recently launched at Cannes Boat Show, as well as a variety of RIBs.

In particular, the outboard engines in use include the XTO 425hp V8 and V6 engines in the Premium segment, a wide range of the High-Power segment (200hp – 90hp) and the 40hp Supreme.

The Salpa Nautica brand was established in 1984 by Neapolitan natives, husband and wife Antonio and Enza Pane.

With a factory on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius and headquarters in Naples, the first vessels built by Salpa Nautica were small outboard powered open boats, a natural match for Yamaha propulsion.

Antonio Pane, managing director of Salpa Nautica, said: “While this new agreement is certainly exciting, it marks only our latest venture together, continuing a decades-old

partnership that has always meant great satisfaction for our stakeholders as well as our customers. Reputation is everything in this industry, and for us as representatives of the Neapolitan boat-building tradition, it is deeply personal too.

“That is why we insist on delivering our boats with solutions provided only by the most reliable and trusted brands. As far as propulsion goes, that means working with Yamaha. And if our long history of successes together is any indication, it goes a long way!”

POD DRIVE LAUNCHED

The new ePropulsion OEM Pod Drive 10kW, unveiled at Southampton International Boat Show, has been awarded the runner-up spot in the show’s Exhibitor Environmental Awards.

Designed to propel medium sized yachts and sailboats up to 10 tonnes, the OEM pod drive 10kW is ideal for boats such as 35ft sailing yachts and can be fitted as twin pods for larger boats and catamarans. Compact and lightweight, it weighs just 39kg.

Rated up to 1,500rpm, the pod drive has an input power of 10kW which gives a comparable performance to a 30hp diesel inboard.

As it is an external pod drive, it just requires space for batteries and control panels, releasing considerable internal capacity for additional storage or cabin space.

Available with the option of a single or dual controller it has a remote control function and a docking mode and has a 4.3’ separate smart touch screen display unit with back lighting, which provides speed, battery output, range data and can be integrated into NMEA2000 systems.

The data from the OEM Pod Drive 10kW is integrated with the Boating Internet of Things system developed by ePropulsion. Real time data

for speed, power, track, mileage, safety alarm and other functions are monitored via the internet.

This new electric solution will be offered by ePropulsion together with customised battery options for the specific range, power and builders’ design specifications, suitable for new boat builds, owners’ requirements and electric conversions. www.epropulsion.uk

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NSX SHOW DEBUT

At last month’s Southampton International Boat Show the all new Simrad NSX smart chartplotter and fishfinder made its UK debut. NSX pairs a clear and straightforward interface with high-definition visuals.

Available in 7”, 9” and 12”, the NSX offers more screen for the overall size and more flexibility in dash layout with multiple screen configurations in a smaller space or larger screens if more suitable. Users can easily access and use all NSX features, including smart drag-and-drop screen customisation, a fully editable instruments bar and enhanced day and night modes. NSX also allows the user to view map details in a different way, working exclusively with C-MAP® X charts. From £1,079.99 www.simrad-yachting.com/en-gb

LIMITED EDITION BREAST CANCER AWARENESS RANGE

Zhik is introducing a limited edition range of pink technical apparel in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month this month. The one-off special pink range in women’s sizes includes the new Eco Spandex and UV Active tops, sports caps and hooded beach towel. For each item purchased Zhik will donate 10 per cent of the retail price to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Funds raised will go to supporting life changing research to help the foundation achieve its vision of zero deaths from breast cancer. All special edition Zhik pink garments can be purchased from www. Zhik.com and local Zhik dealers. The range is available from 4 October while stocks last.

Zhik Women’s UV Active Long Sleeve Top: £44.95

Zhik Women’s Eco Spandex Long Sleeve Top: £51.95

Zhik Sports Cap: £24.95 Zhik Hooded Towel: £59.95

BOOST YOUR BOAT’S IQ

From B&G comes the new Triton™ Edge sailing processor, the brains behind a sailboat’s electronics and onboard data systems. With the Triton Edge, ultra-fast processors deliver an enhanced suite of sailing data to your B&G Triton and Nemesis™ displays, B&G Vulcan™ or Zeus™ chartplotters; information which can also be accessed via webserver, allowing you to upload data recordings to the cloud to be viewed, replayed and analysed in the B&G Companion App. B&G’s sailing processors have been tried and tested in some of the toughest sail racing conditions including The Ocean Race, Round the Island Race and SailGP.

QUICKIE ROLLNECK

With autumn well and truly upon us what could be better when enjoying an afternoon afloat than the warmth of Sebago’s Quickie Rollneck? The dense weave of this knitted regular-fit wool jumper is guaranteed to see you through even the harshest of days. The turtleneck collar, classic corn cob stitching, traditional set-in sleeves, ribbed waistband and cuffs and personalised Sebago Docksides flag combine to give it the classic marine look.

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Musto has unveiled a suite of MPX Race products designed for and tested by competitive offshore sailors. We know offshore racing is changing - sailors are spending more time in the protected cockpit and down below. However, when they are on deck, speeds are only increasing. As a result, the MPX Race collection includes a new generation of GORE-TEX Pro* membranes, new photoluminescent reflectors and lighter garments for improved functionality. The range also features a recycled face fabric, making it more sustainable. Sam Goodchild, Musto Ambassador and skipper of the trimaran Leyton, said: “The new Musto MPX Race collection will help us make those all-important marginal gains when racing.”

MPX Gore-Tex Pro Race Jacket 2.0: £550

MPX Gore-Tex Pro Race Dry Smock 2.0: £500

MPX Gore-Tex Pro Race Salopette 2.0: £475 www.musto.com

PHOTOS OF THE MONTH

Chichester Harbour at sunset – thanks to Chris Law.

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Angela Haggard has sent in another great photo, this time taken at Chichester Marina.

Wendy Chambers loved seeing Morgenster at the Southampton International Boat Show.

This photo was taken off East Head, Chichester Harbour by Guy Perkins. Chichester is certainly proving to be a very photogenic location this month!Long summer evenings at Northney Marina, taken by Ant Palmer.

Thanks to Miles Stuart for this photo showing calm waters off Thorney Island, Sussex.

OFPHOTO THE MONTH WINNER!

This is Paul Hruza’s brilliant photo. Paul said: “The diesel engine in my Merry Fisher left a bit of a smoke trail when steaming out of Teignmouth. The local RNLI guys came out to make sure I did not have a problem and I got this pic of them returning to Teignmouth.”

Let’s go racing (Weymouth)! Sent in by John Beddow. Thanks to Jonathan Hardesty for this photo taken while on holiday in Pembrokeshire.

Thanks to Lesley Breckenfield for sending in this photo which was taken at Paimpol, France.

You can make a donation to the RNLI at rnli.org/support-us/give-money/donate

A beautiful sunrise taken from Royal Clarence Marina overlooking Portsmouth taken by Russell Harding.

Steve Mattingley took this photo from his boat, The Fat Swan.

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BEHIND OCEAN LINES

With World Mental Health Day taking place this month, former superyacht crew member Melanie White shares her story to shine a light on the mental health tolls faced by the estimated 1.89 million commercial seafarers worldwide.

seafarers, and ultimately to raise awareness of the unique mental health tolls they face.

While some parts of the job are unchangeable (time spent away from home, poor weather, lack of sleep, little to no personal space), there are ways in which a crew’s mental health can be put at the centre of the boat’s priority. Or, should I say, the captain’s priority. Little changes can lead to big improvements, such as recognising individual crew’s achievements, sharing mealtimes and creating opportunities for two-way feedback. Having more robust support mechanisms ashore can also prove invaluable to facilitate positive mental health onboard. This could be anything from a boat counsellor, who can ring in remotely, to placing the crew on Mental Health First Aid training courses, such as those provided by Seas the Mind.

There is also the Maritime Labour Convention (2006) (MLC), which is the sole global instrument that protects the welfare and employment rights of the estimated 1.89 million seafarers working on commercial vessels (note that shipping, cruise ship and charter yacht crew are protected by this, but not seafarers on privately owned yachts).

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Igot into the yachting industry far too easily, and I know this will come as a bit of a blow to those immensely frustrated by dock walking, which is the way in if you do not have a foot in the door. While I had torn my hair out over chemical formulas and imposter syndrome at university, my partner was a commissioning skipper for a luxury boat builder. When, out of the blue, he suggested we did a trial to become the deckhand/stewardess team on a new build, I thought it utterly ridiculous. But fast forward five years and I had sailed 40,000nm in Mediterranean, Caribbean and Arctic waters, taken part in seven superyacht regattas and been promoted to chef.

During this time I visited places many can only dream of, spent days watching the magnificent ocean twinkle under the creamy haze of the sun and had the privilege of tailoring my menus with local, seasonal produce – from wild reindeer in Arctic Norway to fresh lemons on the Amalfi coast – and I consider my experience learning and growing in these settings to be truly once in a lifetime.

However, it was not always so easy to find those sparks. I had progressed from stewardess to onboard chef seemingly overnight, and so what started out as ‘learning the ropes’ quickly became ‘sink or swim’. Sometimes literally. Whenever I felt a glint of happiness, an overbearing ache would niggle deep inside. A voice would whisper “you should not be this happy”, and its ugly head would dive down, its tentacles wrapping around

me. A sea monster, dragging me silently under the waves. The sea monster’s name? Depression.

In my experience, the deterioration of mental wellbeing from depression to suicide escalates much more quickly at sea than on land. Fortunately, by seeking the right help, I managed to overcome my personal demons and went on to have a truly rewarding career at sea. But in one scenario I could have acted on my intrusive thoughts and might not be here to share my story. This is exactly why I must tell it. Since returning to shoreside life, I have made it my aim to better understand the conventions and policies in place to help and protect

But updating and amending the MLC is incredibly long-winded and complex, with suggested amendments taking years to implement and the effects of such changes taking many more years to feel onboard a boat in the middle of the Atlantic. While I believe statutory instruments are crucial in the application of human rights at sea, there is no doubt that they alone are not enough to protect seafarers. It takes education and a cultural shift in the mental health narrative to save lives. Every suicide is preventable (at shore and at sea), but so long as we remain unaware, seafarers will not receive the support they deserve. Therefore I am sharing my story. With any hope it will be the drop in the ocean that starts a ripple effect of awareness. www.mentalhealth.org.uk

On World Mental Health Day, 10 October, Melanie White’s memoir Behind Ocean Lines: The Invisible Price of Accommodating Luxury is published by Lemon Quartz Publishing. £16.99

In her debut memoir, Behind Ocean Lines: The Invisible Price of Accommodating Luxury, Melanie White shares her story to shine a light on the mental health tolls faced by the approximately 1.89 million commercial seafarers around the world.

Aged 22, Melanie found herself plunged into the luxury yachting industry having stepped foot on a boat just three times before. As well as learning how to run, sail and race a multi-million-pound yacht on the job, she was forced to adapt to a wholly unnatural life afloat, largely confined to a bunk bed, crammed galley and live-in colleagues. The schedule was unrelenting. The isolation felt suffocating. A baptism of fire in an ocean miles deep.

This is a captivating account of a deterioration in mental health against a backdrop of opulence. It is, shockingly, not an anomaly – at sea it is estimated that six times as many deaths are attributable to suicide compared to on land. Melanie said: “Whether on land or at sea, one suicide is one too many. I hope this book will open people’s eyes to those that are hidden at sea and give hope to those who feel they are mentally treading water. We can combat mental health stigma simply by speaking up and sharing our stories – together, the maritime sector is more than capable of this.”

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DOUGAL ISLANDS IN THE STREAM

Change of use

Between the wars both piers remained busy, as the era of the British seaside holiday grew towards a peak, but in the 1930s the storm clouds were already gathering and soon the beaches would be packed with barbed wire as new wartime measures were put in place.

The pier was given a new lease of life as it became HMS Birnbeck, but that was all the locals would be allowed to know. Security around the pier was tight, as it had been made home to the Department of Miscellaneous Weapons Development, which was staffed by various scientists and engineers. Probably the greatest claim to fame would now come with the site being fitted with a large catapult that allowed Barnes Wallis to conduct his experiments that would ultimately lead to the bouncing bomb and the Dambusters raid.

Despite having the second highest tidal range in the world, which can result in some fearsome currents around the top of springs, the Bristol Channel is continuing to develop and grow as a major yachting area.

New marinas have been built, and more are being considered, with the area being described as the ‘finest grand gulf around Britain’, and on both the north and south coastlines there is plenty in the way of attraction and history for the cruising yachtsperson.

However, with the gulf exhibiting that classic funnel shape, aimed southwest out towards the Atlantic, the weather can be an issue and has been since the very earliest days. Little wonder then that back in the 1860s, the RNLI were pleased to hear of a new development that would make a perfect base for a new lifeboat station.

Building links

Just to the north of the golden sands of Weston-super-Mare lies a small rocky island called Birnbeck, which could be accessed at low water by a natural causeway. By the 1840s, with the growth of Weston as a tourist hot spot, a suspension bridge was planned to link the island to the mainland, a distance of some 350m.

Work started, but first the stonemasons being employed went on strike, and then a winter storm destroyed the foundations that had been laid. This, though, was the golden era of Victorian Pier building and by the 1860s work had been started to build a pier utilising a number of new and clever innovations.

A jetty was also constructed on the seaward side of the island that would allow steamers to come alongside for the business of taking day trippers on what for many would be an all-new experience. Work was completed in 1867 and the pier, the only one in the UK to

link the mainland to an island, was opened with a great fanfare that saw many of the locals given a day off work to celebrate.

Part of that celebration undoubtedly involved marching bands performing on the pier, as their footsteps were enough to set up worrying oscillations, which were found to be linked to the novel construction. New metal braces were added, but marching bands were also banned from appearing on the pier. By now the buildings at both the mainland end and out on the island had been completed, with ‘Victorian Gothic’ being very much the style of the day.

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The RNLI now had their new station, with their first boat being held in ship like davits so that it could be launched, but after 20 years a new purposebuilt station and long slipway were constructed out on the island and for the next 120 years Birnbeck would be an essential and busy part of the RNLI’s activities on the Bristol Channel.

Over the next 30 years Birnbeck became a thriving hub of tourist activity, with more and more attractions being built out on the island itself. As well as a bar, merrygo-rounds, slides, a helter-skelter and other fairground attractions were added, along with a number of early moving projectors, though these did not put a picture up on a screen which was maybe just as well as some of these may well have been of the ‘what the butler saw’ form of entertainment.

Tens of thousands of tourists visited Birnbeck, each paying their 2p toll that gave them access to the pier. However, the success of Birnbeck would spawn a direct competitor with the so called ‘Grand Pier’, situated centrally on the seafront of Weston-super-Mare, opening in the early years of the Edwardian reign.

Although much bigger and grander, the deeper water at Birnbeck kept the pier busy with steamers, but the damage was already being done as the new venture pulled in the majority of the paying tourists.

Wallis was by no means alone, as at various times HMS Birnbeck would house the author and innovator Nevil Shute (Norway), who did a great deal of research into rocket fired projectiles, and Dennis Wheatley, who was already famous as the writer of horror thrillers such as The Devil Rides Out.

Decline and hope Sadly, as the 1960s started to swing and the trend for holidays abroad grew, times got harder for the UK’s piers, and none more so than the

Birnbeck, even with the short-term boost courtesy of a much-photographed visit by the Beatles, who were performing in the town.

Despite the pier and the associated buildings being granted Grade 2 listed status, a combination of storm damage and poor maintenance saw the site deteriorating even further. Although a number of clever plans for the regeneration of the pier were floated none would come to fruition to ‘save the pier’, a statement that would become something of a rallying call as by 1994 the parlous state of the walkway saw a complete and final closure.

A number of celebrities, among them the comedian John Cleese, would support the moves, but with the pier in private ownership, Lottery funding could not be used, despite the site being on the UK’s top ten list of sites at risk register.

After a lengthy legal process that saw a Compulsory Purchase Order being granted to North Somerset Council, in late 2021 Birnbeck was finally placed into public ownership, which should allow the much needed restoration funding (with figures starting at £16m) to be raised and the work to make the structure safe completed, with the very first tenant being the RNLI, who have already committed to returning to the island.

When this work is finally finished, for the yachts that cruise the Bristol Channel there should be a wonderful new venture to visit, one that is full of a history stretching back more than 150 years.

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.

While few of us will have come across Birnbeck, this small Somerset island has quite a story to tell. One which, hopefully, it set to continue with the return of the RNLI.

The remains of Birnbeck Island, with the town of Weston-super-Mare and the Grand Pier in the background

‘Mind the drop’ - The slipway for lifeboat launches ends well above the water level when the tide is out, with this being just one of the issues that will need to be addressed

The damage to the pier is certainly significant, but with the site now firmly back in public ownership, restoration work can restart

Image: Droneserve LTD/Shutterstock

Image: David Henshall

Image: David Henshall

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A GUIDE TO CLEANING YOUR BOAT

the year washing off the green, restoring the yellow hull back to its former bright white and scrubbing grime out of the slip-resistant textured surfaces in preparation for the promise of sunny weather and great boat days ahead.

Once your boat is clean and looking good make sure that work does not go to waste. Use a high quality protective UVresistant wax and even a sealant coating of some sort, such as August Race GRP Sealer UV, as it will make salt and bird fouling much easier to remove and help prevent UV damage.

Firstly, it is important to say that keeping your boat clean is the best possible way to inspect for damage which might end up causing you problems later on. With a clean boat it is easy to spot imperfections or cracks in the gel that you might have otherwise missed, so keep your eyes peeled.

When it comes to cleaning we have all done the hard yards, spending hours in a cold boat yard at the beginning of

Try to avoid high content silicone based products as they can leave surfaces dangerously slippery, cause grime to stick to your boat and, in the event that you need a gel repair, they can react with materials used and thus cause a poor finish.

SHOW SOME LOVE

During the season allow an extra 10 minutes at the end of your day to show your boat some love. Before you do anything always rinse off with clean water to remove any salt (buffing while covered in salt can cause scratching)

and give a quick wipe over with a shine maintainer like the August Race Super Valet spray; it will make all the difference. Maintaining the finish of your boat is far preferable to having to do all that arduous work again from the start.

Another important thing to remember is to always bring a dry microfibre towel to properly remove the majority of the

moisture from upholstery that might be stowed in the cabin or under the cover.

During the warmer months mould and mildew can build up extremely quickly, and when untended over the winter you can end up with an unexpected and unwanted mouldy mountain to climb.

END OF SEASON

At the end of the season, while there is still a bit of autumn sun and warmth, a good tip is to carry out an end of year clean and polish. This will reduce your workload on a far less appealing and inevitably freezing cold February morning the following year, and do not

forget when fitting your cover to always make sure to leave some gaps for airflow as this will help to stop your boat from sweating and becoming mouldy.

Finally (like with most things in life) “the right tool for the right job” is a great rule of thumb. Marine products are formulated specifically for marine applications, so leave the washing up liquid by the sink and make sure you get yourself a good quality cleaning kit, like the August Race Valeter Pack XL which contains everything you need to clean and maintain your boat to a high standard.

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INHERITING A BOAT AND PASSING TITLE

Executors appoint a Solicitor to act for them the process may be quicker.

Executors are appointed to manage and distribute the estate, including a boat, according to the contents of the Will

We advise that the boat should not change hands whilst the Grant of Probate/Letters of Administration are awaited, as the Executors have no legal authority to distribute the estate at this stage and therefore good title in the boat is not capable of being passed on to a purchaser.

Important documentation

Once the Executors are in receipt of the Grant of Probate/Letters of Administration they should, in order to keep the chain of ownership of the boat intact, issue a Bill of Sale in the Executors names as Transferors to the beneficiary(s) as Transferees. (The RYA provide specific guidance in relation to the execution of the Bill of Sale under these circumstances).

Ideally, when you purchase a boat, you should acquire all Bills of Sale dating back to the build date of the boat to evidence full title history. This should include a record of any change of ownership including when a person inherits a boat. We do understand that a complete history of documentation is not always available, especially with older boats, but it is the preferential starting point.

Therefore, if you find yourself inheriting a boat or purchasing a boat that has been acquired by way of inheritance, beneficiaries and purchasers alike should ensure the right steps have been followed for the title to pass from the previous owner. The documentation is all-important to keep intact the chain of ownership.

Will or intestate?

When the owner of a boat dies, they may well have left the boat to a beneficiary in their Will. Where there is a Will, Executors will be appointed to manage and distribute the estate according to the contents of the Will. The Executors obtain authority to deal with the estate by virtue of a Grant of Probate which is issued by the Probate Registry.

If someone dies intestate (that is, without having made a Will), their estate passes on Statutory Trusts, which means the estate is divided according to statute between their surviving relatives. There is a strict formula as to who gets what. The estate is dealt with by someone (usually their next of kin) taking out Letters of Administration, which again are issued by the Probate Registry.

The RYA advises that a boat should not change hands whilst the Grant of Probate/Letters of Administration are awaited

The Probate Registry may take some months to issue the Grant of Probate/ Letters of Administration depending on the complexity of the deceased’s estate and the efficiency of the Executors. If the

Accompanying that Bill of Sale, ideally, will be a certified copy of the Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration and where there is a Will, a copy of that part of it which leaves the boat to the beneficiaries.

If the beneficiary decides to keep the boat, they will have a complete record of the transfer of ownership from the deceased to themselves. If they decide to sell the boat, they will then need to execute a Bill of Sale in their name as Transferor to the purchaser as Transferee. They should provide all documentation supporting the chain of ownership (as referred to above), keeping a copy for themselves.

If possible, the beneficiary should also obtain all other supporting paperwork for the boat, such as the Certificate of

Registry, Builder’s Certificate, evidence of VAT status, evidence of compliance with the Recreational Craft Regulations and any other documentation that there may be, such as invoices for work, mooring receipts, harbour dues receipts, insurance details and so on.

If you are purchasing from the Executors of the Deceased’s Estate, once the Executors are in receipt of the Grant of Probate/Letters of Administration, they should execute a Bill of Sale in favour of the purchaser. Again, the Bill of Sale should have attached to it a certified copy of the Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration and a copy of the extract of the Will (together with all other supporting documentation as referred to above).

If you are purchasing from the Beneficiary of the Estate, the beneficiary should execute a Bill of Sale to the purchaser and provide the purchaser with the Bill of Sale from the Executors to the beneficiary and the certified copy Grant of Probate/Letters of Administration and relevant extract from the Will, together with all other supporting documentation as referred to above.

If the boat is registered on Part I or Part III (SSR) of the British Registry, the new owner will need to contact the Registry to arrange the transfer of ownership or re-registration.

RYA members can benefit from additional advice on this subject and other marine related matters as part of their membership. They should contact the legal department on 02380 604 223 or email legal@rya.org.uk.

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

August Race’s director Peter Wallbank shares his top tips for keeping your boat looking good, including that all-important end of season clean and polish.

All images: Boat Club Trafalgar

What a difference cleaning your boat can make!

August Race are an award-winning manufacturer of marine maintenance products

“With a clean boat it is easy to spot imperfections or cracks in the gel that you might have otherwise missed”

The RYA shares important advice for anyone inheriting a boat, whether you are choosing to keep the craft or selling it on.

All images: Boat Club Trafalgar

SAIL AWAY

Easy Crewed Charters

Dream Yacht Charter has been telling us about the easy way to charter a boat with no sailing experience needed. With an Easy Crewed Charter you can sail in the Med aboard a private yacht with friends and family complete with a captain, hostess, provisions and water toys.

Your private yacht will be awaiting your arrival, fully stocked for your hostess to prepare daily breakfast and lunch for your group, while your skipper takes you to the best hidden coves, islands and seaside villages. By day, swim and enjoy watersports and then enjoy evenings ashore, sampling delicious local fare at restaurants and tavernas.

Easy Crewed Croatia: sail from their bases in Trogir, Sibenik or Dubrovnik. Total boat price for October departures from £4,515.20 (between four people)

Easy Crewed Greece: sail from their bases in Athens or in Lavrion. Total boat price for October departures from £5,671.20 (between four people) www.dreamyachtcharter.co.uk

SUNSAIL IN THE MED

Sunsail has announced updated flotilla route and itineraries in the Mediterranean.

Kate Staniforth, head of marketing for Sunsail, said: “The demand for sailing in the Mediterranean continues to be strong in 2022 and 2023 for Greece and Croatia. That is why I am really excited to announce Sunsail has just launched a new bareboat route from Dubrovnik to Montenegro as well as an updated Ithaca Island hopping flotilla and two-week charter from the Athens base, exploring the popular Cyclades Islands.”

Ithaca Flotilla: explore Paxos in the first week and then island hop in style around Meganisi, Kalamos and Ithaca on your second week. Sheltered anchorages, calm conditions and easy mooring options make Lefkas the perfect destination for newly qualified sailors. Average temperatures rise from 18°C at the start of May to 28°C in July and can hit the mid-30°C in July and August at the height of summer. Prices for a two-week Ithaca flotilla, departing Lefkas, for a fully equipped Sunsail 34, based on four people, starts from £7,429.15 and includes a flotilla fee, Wi-Fi and damage insurance.

Cyclades Itinerary from Athens: Take the helm and enjoy a skippered or bareboat sailing holiday around the stunning Cyclades Islands, the most popular island group in the Aegean Sea. Enjoy fantastic Saronic sailing diving and snorkelling, whilst ashore there is plenty of unique history for you to explore, from the sacred Island of Delos, Little Venice in Mykonos and The

FURTHER INFORMATION

Temple of Poseidon in Sounio. Prices for a two-week Cyclades itinerary, departing Athens, for a fully equipped Sunsail 41, based on four people, starts from £6,867.15 and includes fuel and damage insurance.

Dubrovnik - Montenegro: Explore two soughtafter destinations over one week with Sunsail’s new Dubrovnik-Montenegro one-week itinerary. Set sail from the base in Dubrovnik and head south to Montenegro where you will be transported in time and immerse yourself in the rich culture, art, history and ancient architecture of both destinations. With temperatures hovering comfortably around 20°C in the daytime, spring is the perfect time to sail, whereas in August temperatures reach highs of 29°C. Prices for a Montenegro one-week itinerary, departing Dubrovnik, for a fully equipped Sunsail 34, based on four people, starts from £1,563.30 and includes Croatian tourism tax, Wi-Fi, fuel and damage insurance. www.sunsail.co.uk

AUTUMN IN TURKEY

With welcoming summer temperatures lasting to the end of October and into November, as well as warm waters, Turkey is ideal for travellers who are not yet ready to say farewell to summer.

Just east of Bodrum is one of the Mediterranean’s best sailing locations; the gulf of Gökova with stunning landscapes and sea. Dotted with islands and indented by coves, it has many anchorages with stunning scenery.

Or, considered one of the top beaches in the world, Ölüdeniz is one of the most beautiful stretches of Turkey’s Turquoise Coast. The small beach town of Ölüdeniz sits just south of Fethiye, where the Aegean meets the Med. The white-sand beaches and turquoise waters make it a breathtaking spot. turkey@acquera.com

NEW CHARTER SERVICE

Kraken Travel launched its new yacht charter service at the Southampton International Boat Show.

Mike Pickering, Kraken Travel’s co-founder and COO, said “We are known for our sailing expeditions and yacht racing, and now, with the launch of yacht charter, we can also offer bespoke sailing adventures and holidays globally. The global yacht charter market of sailing vessels is anticipated to exceed $15bn by 2027, and we are looking to grab this opportunity by the horns.”

Kraken Travel offers five types of yacht charter worldwide: bareboat, by the cabin, flotilla, skippered and fully crewed with yachts ranging in size from 20ft daysailers to superyachts available in six continents.

Laura La Roche, Kraken Travel’s head of yacht charter, said: “Building the perfect experience for each customer is paramount. This is why we assign a dedicated experienced charter broker to every customer who guides them through every step of the charter and makes sure that the customer gets the right boat in the right destination for them.”

Thinking of setting sail? Here we have a selection of some of Kraken Travel’s favourite charter suggestions:

A winter-sun family favourite is chartering a catamaran in the British Virgin Islands and experiencing total Caribbean relaxation.

Dive into the azure blue waters of Malta before sailing into the historic harbour of Valletta.

Explore the land of the midnight sun, and cruise the Norwegian Arctic fjords near Tromsø on a bareboat, skippered or fully crewed yacht charter.

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There is still plenty of time sail! Remember, you can sail in Croatia, Greece, Italy, France, Montenegro and Malta up until the end of October, Turkey until the end of November and Spain pretty much all year-long, so the season definitely is not over!

Shootin’ the Breeze

We catch up with Holly Manvell who set up Clean Sailors and is head of commercial operations at Falmouth Harbour.

QIn 2020 you set up Clean Sailors followed by Cleaner Marina last year. Can you tell us about their aims?

HM Over the years, I have got more adventurous in my sailing and heading further away from shore. You see some of the most incredible sites - sunrises, sunsets and wildlife. And floating pollution - plastic bottles, crates, fishing netsyou name it. More often than not, the rubbish in our oceans comes from our lives on land and it is a sad fact that there is just so much of it in our waters.

It got me thinking that we sailors already love the sea – it is our pleasure, pastime and, for many, our profession. Given we use it so much, we should more naturally stand for protecting it and safeguarding its health. And so, in 2020, Clean Sailors was born - a way in which to share a love for the sea, a passion for sailing and the science behind how it works with a community I felt I was increasingly beginning to meet and speak to – sailors.

If there is one single thing leisure boaters could do to be more environmentally friendly what would it be?

HM Use cleaner, non-paint antifoul solutions. Sadly, anti-foul paints are full of microplastics (used to bind paint together) and many still have high copper content in them – not good news for our waters and marine life.

QEarlier this year you launched the Clean Sailors Youth Racing Team with three international under-25 champion sailors. Which races have they taken part in so far?

QIs there a particular place you would love to sail?

HM Into Cape Town and on the edge of the Arctic Circle.

What is still to come in Falmouth Harbour in 2022?

HM Lots! As well as further sailing events, we have got a host of projects working in the background including technology and innovation – seeing autonomous wavepowered vessels testing in our waters is really cool.

You are incredibly busy, but what do you like to do when you get some down time?

HM I love to spend time either working on the boat or exploring our beautiful Cornwall shores on foot. It is a truly beautiful place all year round.

HM My first word was Marmite and luckily I still like it!

QCongratulations on your appointment as Head of Commercial Operations at Falmouth Harbour. What does your role involve?

HM Thank you. I am really excited to join this super team. My strategic focus is on the longer term growth for Falmouth Harbour - working closely with our CEO Miles Carden to generate new, profitable, innovative business streams and projects. In addition to this important role I am tasked with improving customer services and the range of harbour services.

QYou are also an Advocate for the Ocean Conservation Trust. Can you tell us more about this?

HM In order to help protect our ocean, it is important we understand the value that it brings us: our health, food and climate stability to name just a few, and to protect our natural environment we need to start with us – people. There is no greater source of life, nor governor to the balance of our global environment than our ocean. This is why the work of our Ocean Conservation Trust is so important – to teach, to inspire and to conserve the most important asset we have and will ever have – the sea.

I am both humbled and honoured to be an Advocate for this great organisation and a fantastic team, doing some really incredible things – education, inspiration and conservation of our waters.

Clean Sailors was founded on a very honest passion for sharing what I was learning with others, and to help mobilise our global sailing community into being the ocean ambassadors it is natural for us to be. We are not much without the sea.

During our first few months, I began to appreciate that whilst many of us sailors want to be cleaner and make better choices about our sailing lifestyle, it really needs our supporting gateways onshore to help, notably for us sea-sailors, our marinas, ports and harbours.

In 2021, Cleaner Marina was born, the sister initiative aimed at championing and inspiring marinas, ports and harbours around the world to be guardians of cleaner, healthier seas.

QParalympian Hannah Stodel is one of the Clean Sailors ambassadors – how did you come to work with Hannah?

HM Hannah is working towards becoming the first disabled female sailor to compete in the 2024 Vendée Globe – a single-handed, non-stop round the world yacht race – and she is passionate about using her platform to raise awareness of incredibly important issues - sustainability within our industry being one.

Having been a professional sailor all her life, she has been pretty astounded at how wasteful our industry can be, particularly on professional race circuits. We came together agreeing that continuing to build and produce the way we have, often without regard for our oceans and our planet, needs to be challenged.

HM Our team of young champion sailors are competing in the 69F Youth Foiling Gold Cup in the incredibly fast and particularly good-looking 69F foiling one-design boat by Persico Marine. There are four acts with the grand finale in November. They are doing incredibly well so far, alongside competing in their own individual circuits including SailGP, WASZP Worlds and Moth Worlds. Their stamina astounds me!

QYou enjoy boating – tell us about your boat and where you enjoy sailing?

HM My little boat is older than I am but completely trustworthy for inshore sailing. Cruising around our South Cornwall coast is a particular favourite of mine, particularly up the Helford. I also really enjoy the run to the Channel Islands and I will be crossing the Biscay again later this year.

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VITAMIN SEA

rom exploring an underwater city in Dubai to diving into a lake filled with millions of golden jellyfish in Pulau, South Pacific, there are fantastic winter get-aways for everyone whether you are after adventure or more relaxed water-based fun.

Borrow A Boat founder Matt Ovenden, explains: “A winter holiday is the ideal antidote to the winter blues, allowing us to relax and reset, far away from the pressure and stresses of the everyday, and for those of us who love the water as well as blue skies and warmer temperatures, there are a whole host of water-focused destinations that are more accessible than ever as travel becomes a reality again. From sailing or snorkelling, to kayaking and paddleboarding, there are a multitude of ways to get your ‘vitamin sea’ fix this winter. Here are some of Matt’s suggestions for water based fun…

1. EXPLORING AN UNDERWATER CITY IN DUBAI

With steady temperatures of around 30°C due to its location on the Persian Gulf, Dubai is a year-round holiday destination for those seeking warmer climates.

Despite it being Dubai’s ‘winter’, visitors can expect temperatures of 26° in December. The blazing warmth of the retreating summer season means that the average sea temperature in Dubai during winter months is a perfectly balmy 25°; perfect for swimming.

Last year Dubai set the record for the deepest diving pool in the world, with a staggering depth of 60m and 14 million litres of fresh water for divers to explore. The pool boasts an interactive underwater city, where divers can explore all manner of sunken buildings, including an arcade. Deep dive Dubai offers courses for both beginners and certified divers, so it is a great option for those keen to dive in a more controlled environment.

2. WATERSPORTS APLENTY IN THAILAND

The best time to visit Thailand is between November and early April, when the tropical destination enjoys its warmest temperatures of between 23° and 36°, with up to nine hours of sunshine per day. January is typically the least humid month, with February and March being the driest and sunniest. During this hot season, you will also be able to visit must-see World Heritage sites, like the Similan Islands. As the Islands are UNESCO protected, they are only open to the public between November and April. The Islands also offer incredible diving excursions, with opportunities for visitors to spot manta rays and whale sharks.

Thailand is becoming a popular Christmas destination for Brits. Koh Samui, one of Thailand’s most famous islands, has an average high of 29°C in December, with the sea temperature averaging a warm 28°, the perfect temperature for winter swims.

All the lagoons, streams and rivers found on the islands of Thailand also allow for a range of watersports, and those seeking adventure can try their hand at banana boating, jet-skiing, snorkeling, white water rafting, kayaking and much more.

3. WORLD’S BEST SCUBA DIVING

For guaranteed sunshine, the optimum time to visit the Maldives is between December and March with the best weather from December to February, when travellers can expect low humidity, very little rain and clear blue skies.

By default, the islands of the Maldives are absolutely made for watersports, and the Maldives is famous for being one of the best places to scuba dive on earth as it boasts an abundance of marine life and crystal clear waters for easy viewing. Even those who prefer to snorkel can expect to see a profusion of sea turtles, colourful corals and tropical fish in this winter haven.

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4. DIVE INTO JELLYFISH LAKE AT PULAU

An island located in the South Pacific, Pulau is home to Jellyfish Lake, a basin that is almost 12,000 years old and a remnant of the last ice age. Arguably one of the most unique attractions in the world, Jellyfish Lake is a marine lake located on Eil Malk Island. Every day, millions of golden jellyfish migrate across the lake, and whilst they do this, you can swim with them.

Since the jellyfish survive on algae, they do not require stingers to catch prey, so you can swim in the safe knowledge that you will not get stung by the prehistoric creatures.

5. SAILING AND SURFING IN BVI

One of the most famous sailing destinations in the world, the British Virgin Islands, enjoy some of the best sailing conditions during the winter months. Visitors to BVI from December and March can enjoy temperatures of 28-31°C.

The British Virgin Islands have an abundance of watersports and water-based activities for the active traveller, with windsurfing, kayaking and flyboarding.

Surfing is also becoming increasingly popular. Due to the region’s topography of reefs, sand bars and point breaks, the BVIs enjoy some of the best surfing spots in the entire Caribbean. To find one of these surfing hotspots, head to the Northern shores of Tortola where you will find two of the best beaches for surfing: Josiah’s Bay and Apple Bay. There is a bustling local surf culture found here, and numerous local surfing contests are held during the surfing season, which runs from October through to April.

This winter hotspot also enjoys some of the most renowned beach celebrations in the world to welcome in the new year, with Foxy’s Tamarind Bar & Restaurant attracting sailors from all over to celebrate the festivities.

6. BAMBOO RAFTING IN JAMAICA

Boasting temperatures of 32°C in December, Jamaica is a fantastic destination to visit during the winter months.

For an authentic Jamaican experience on the water, climb aboard one of their 30ft bamboo rafts to drift down the Martha Brae River. The raft ride is operated over a three-mile stretch and the rafting experience typically lasts around an hour, where visitors can enjoy incredible views of the river banks, jungle and Martha Brae Village - a six-acre horseshoe shaped island. The village has bars, gift shops, pools and gardens for visitors to enjoy.

Before embarking on their excursions, tourists can wander through Mrs. Martha’s Herb Garden, a wellknown display of Jamaica’s herbs, famous for their medicinal and healing properties.

With summer behind us, now is the time to plan a winter getaway that provides that all important dose of ‘vitamin sea’.

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MARINA FOCUS KERRERA MARINA

This month we are at Kerrera Marina, which is beautifully positioned within the stunning Scottish landscape.

Nestled in the sheltered waters at Ardentrive Bay on the shores of the Isle of Kerrera is one of the most picturesque and family friendly marinas in Scotland. Kerrera Marina affords spectacular views at every turn, making it the perfect stopping place between the mainland and the Isle of Mull.

The island is a wonderful place to explore, full of history, wildlife and secret spots to discover. This little gem of a marina offers great facilities, with showers, laundry, coffee-

cake corner, fuel, fully serviced pontoons and moorings together with an excellent range of marine engineering services.

However, the heart of the marina is the Waypoint Restaurant and Bar. At The Waypoint, the team offers a range of melt-inthe-mouth culinary delights, all made from local produce from the island's farms and surrounding waters.

Kerrera Marina offers both nourishment for the belly and nourishment for the soul.

BERTHING & FACILITIES

From overnight stays to a base for several months, Kerrera Marina has everything you need in one place, so that nothing gets in the way of your adventure.

■ Annual and visitor berthing for boats up to 40-ton

■ 70 fully serviced berths

■ 28 moorings, a mix of 20 or 50-ton

24hr access to washrooms and laundry

Dedicated diesel fuel berth

Kerrera Marina they understand that your vessel will have its own needs

the year, from small tweaks

major fixes. With their experienced team and flexible can-do attitude, you can be rest assured that you are well cared for whatever the

ACCESS

By Sea: Kerrera Marina is located within the Kerrera Sound near Oban. When in the area it is advised that you listen on VHF channel 12 for the Cal-Mac ferry arrivals and departure announcements.

The marina can be accessed at any state of tide. Should you need assistance when approaching the marina contact the marina on 01631 565 333 or alternatively tie up on the fuel pontoon at the end of B pontoon and walk to reception and they will assist you from there.

CRUISING

The wonderful and unspoilt Western Isles of Scotland are so accessible from Kerrera Marina. Whether you are looking to take short hops or planning a longer voyage, the choice is wide and varied. Many have found this marina the ideal base for visiting nearby anchorages such as Loch Sween, Loch Spelve, Loch Aline, Airds Bay and Puilldorbhain before returning for shelter when the weather turns less

favourable. Others choose this as their go to destination when sailing to or from the Caledonian Canal, Orkneys or further afield such as Norway and Denmark. So much is in your reach from Kerrera Marina, this is one of the main reasons why so many sailors never leave the area – after all who needs the Mediterranean when you have the Western Isles on your doorstep, lush green landscape, rolling hills, white sandy beaches and deep blue seas.

TESTIMONIALS

“Quite simply this place just draws you in, wraps itself around you and gives you a big hug. I would describe it as one of the friendliest marinas in the UK. The Waypoint Bar and Grill has a stunning view over the water towards Oban and it is the hub of the place with visitors from all over the world. Tim, Gill and their team, perfectly balance family fun and adult time. No stress, just a can-do attitude with an enormous smile. We plan to replace our engine soon and the facilities and staff here are well equipped for such a task. We highly recommend you stop by when sailing the west coast, especially if you are looking for a sheltered bay with down to earth luxuries such as top-notch laundry facilities, clean and hot showers, homegrown produce and the tranquillity of rural life.” Gary and Tanya Moxon, Sandpiper of St Helier

“Thank you for making the West Highland Yachting Week fleet so welcome in Kerrera Marina. You had gone to a huge amount of effort in preparation for the event, and it was really appreciated by all of us. The place looked fantastic, we were welcomed on arrival – having a boat to direct us in and a team to catch mooring ropes just makes such a difference. But it did not stop there. The food was fantastic, you had gone to a lot of effort to make the venue for the beach party look the part, and much more. The overall impression was one of such a warm and friendly welcome.” Gavin Marshall, West Highland Yachting Week, Joint Regatta Committee

“Wonderful job Kerrera Marina, you have definitely rejuvenated this beautiful spot. Even with a giant dinner birthday party in the restaurant you still managed to serve us a fantastic homemade burger takeaway. The food was truly scrumptious. And recyclable packaging too; you have thought of everything. Looking forward to more days chilling out here.” Compass Sea School

“Not only does Tim and his amazing team, rescue, fix and help people with boats, they also come to the rescue of people who have suffered a personal crisis. We cannot explain how grateful we are to all of you at the marina.” Mhairi MacKenzie

“Thank you very much I really enjoyed your wee island paradise. Great place to get boat work completed with expert advice from an experienced team. Fabulously prepared local foods and a warm welcome. Best marina facility on the west coast in my opinion.” Ruairidh from Yacht Cromarty

“We had a fantastic experience last week whilst putting our boat in storage for the winter at Kerrera Marina. Tim and the crew were very professional, attentive and did an excellent job. Tim and Gill could not have been more hospitable and the on-site rental accommodation was 4-star, great facilities with fantastic views over to Oban. I highly recommend this place.” Jennifer Heller

LOCAL AREA HIGHLIGHTS

reared and butchered meats, fresh eggs, milk and other essentials including drinks, snacks, handmade crafts and their very own pure Kerrera honey.

Up the hill from the Cal Mac ferry slip is the marina owners’ very own Balliemore Farm Shop. It is packed with local produce and they offer homemade Granny Sue’s cakes, cold drinks and delicious Highland ice-cream to keep the hunger at bay. They also have beautiful gifts and keepsakes made by talented islanders from around the Argyll. Last, but most definitely not least, the farm produces and sells their own beef, pork and lamb.

n Walk to Gylen Castle, perched on a rocky headland, and accessed via Lower Gylen n Follow the teapots and visit the Tea Rooms at Lower Gylen n Explore the coastline n Walk to the Hutchinson Monument at the north of the island

Whether it be spring, summer or autumn it is the perfect time to take to the great outdoors and enjoy the countryside, and there are few better ways to do this than with a faithful four-legged friend in tow. However, keeping control of your dog in rural areas is essential as it could pose a threat to livestock.

When you need to restock the fridge, simply take a short walk to the two island farm shops. Both operate with honesty boxes and payment can be made by cash or Bacs transfer.

Ardentrive ‘Lean To’ Farm Shop is just five minutes stroll away from the marina offering you a wide selection of their own

THINGS TO SEE AND DO

The Isle of Kerrera is a walker’s paradise. The scenery is absolutely stunning and there are so many photo opportunities. Do not forget your camera as the coastline and wildlife are liquid gold through the lens. Taking a walk on Kerrera is to step back in time, a tranquil, bygone world.

If walking is not your thing, then perhaps you may wish to: n Hire a paddleboard at the marina – and find your balance! n Fish off the Marina Pier n Swim in one of the secluded bays n Photograph the Northern Lights n Relax with a wine at the Waypoint and simply do nothing

'The bridge over the Atlantic'

Loch Spelve

Loch Aline

Gylen Castle

Balliemore Farm Shop

MARINA GUIDE

OCTOBER 2022

SOUTH WEST

PREMIER MARINAS FALMOUTH

Manager: Mark Evans

North Parade, Falmouth, Cornwall. TR11 2TD

T: 01326 316620

E: falmouth@premiermarinas.com

W: www.premiermarinas.com

PORT PENDENNIS MARINA

Manager: Mark Webster

Challenger Quay, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 3YL

T: 01326 211211

E: marina@portpendennis.com

W: www.portpendennis.com

MYLOR YACHT HARBOUR

Manager/contact: Culum Matheson

Mylor Yacht Harbour, Mylor Churchtown, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 5UF

T: 01326 372 121 E: marina@mylor.com

W: www.mylor.com

FALMOUTH HAVEN

Contact: Barry Buist

44 Arwenack Street, Falmouth TR11 3JQ

T: 01326 310990

E: welcome@falmouthhaven.co.uk

W: www.falmouthhaven.co.uk

MAYFLOWER MARINA

Manager: Charles Bush

Mayflower Marina, Plymouth, Devon

T: 01752 556633

E: info@mayflowermarina.co.uk

W: www.mayflowermarina.co.uk

PLYMOUTH YACHT HAVEN

Manager: Steve Kitchen

Shaw Way, Mount Batten, Devon, PL9 9XH

T: 01752 404231

E: plymouth@yachthavens.com

W: www.yachthavens.com

YACHT HAVEN QUAY, PLYMOUTH

Manager: Will Rahder

Breakwater Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL9 7FE

T: 01752 481190

E: boatyard@yachthavenquay.com

W: www.yachthavens.com

MDL QUEEN ANNE’S BATTERY

Manager: Chris Price

Queen Anne’s Battery, Plymouth Devon. PL4 0LP T: 01752 671142

E: qab@mdlmarinas.co.uk

W: www.queenannesbattery.co.uk

SUTTON HARBOUR MARINA

Marina Manager: Mark Brimacombe

The Jetty, Sutton Harbour, Plymouth PL4 0DW

T: 01752 204702

E: marina@sutton-harbour.co.uk

W: www.suttonharbourmarina.com

KING POINT MARINA

Marina Manager: Mark Brimacombe

Brunel Way, Milbay, Plymouth PL1 3EF

T: 01752 424297

E: marina@kingpointmarina.co.uk

W: www.kingpointmarina.co.uk

PREMIER MARINAS NOSS ON DART

Manager: Andy Osman

Bridge Road, Kingswear, Dartmouth Devon , TQ6 0EA T: 01803 839087

E: noss@premiermarinas.com

W: www.premiermarinas.com

MDL DARTSIDE QUAY

Manager: Alex Warner

Galmpton Creek, Brixham, Devon

T: 01803 845445

W: www.dartsidequay.co.uk

MDL BRIXHAM MARINA

Manager: Martyn Sherratt

Berry Head Road, Devon. TQ5 9BW

T: 01803 882929

E: brixham@mdlmarinas.co.uk

W: www.brixhammarina.co.uk

MDL TORQUAY MARINA

Manager: Mike Smith

Torquay, Devon , TQ2 5EQ

T: 01803 200210

E: torquaymarina@mdlmarinas.co.uk

W: www.torquaymarina.co.uk

WATCHET MARINA

Manager: Matt Driscoll

10 The Esplanade, Watchet, Somerset

TA23 0AJ

T: 01984 322230

E: Info@themarinegroup.co.uk

W: www.themarinegroup.co.uk

AVON MARINA

Manager: Alexis Smith Rossiter Quay, Bridge Street, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1DZ

T: 01202 612610

E: info@avonmarina.com

W: www.avonmarina.com

WEYMOUTH MARINA

Manager: Neil Bedwell Commercial Road, Weymouth

Dorset. DT4 8NA

T: 01305 767576

E: weymouth@boatfolk.co.uk

W: www.boatfolk.co.uk

WEYMOUTH HARBOUR

Manager/contact - Jamie Joyce

13 Custom House Quay, Weymouth

T: 01305 838423

E: weymouthharbour@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk

W: www.weymouth-harbour.co.uk

PORTLAND MARINA

Manager: Paul Swain

Osprey Quay, Portland, Dorset. DT5 1DX

T: 01305 866190

E: portland@boatfolk.co.uk

W: www.boatfolk.co.uk

LAKE YARD MARINA

Manager/contact - Jenny Burrows Lake Yard Marina, Lake Drive, Hamworthy, Poole, Dorset. BH15 4DT

T:- 01202 674531

E: office@lakeyard.com

W: www.lakeyard.com

POOLE QUAY BOAT HAVEN

Manager: Kerrie Gray Poole Quay Boat Haven, Poole Town Quay, Poole, Dorset. BH15 1HJ

T/F: 01202 649488

E: info@poolequayboathaven.co.uk

W: www.poolequayboathaven.co.uk

PORT OF POOLE MARINA

Manager: Kerrie Gray

Poole Quay Boat Haven, Poole Town Quay, Poole, Dorset. BH15 1HJ

T/F: 01202 649 488

E: info@poolequayboathaven.co.uk

W: www.poolequayboathaven.co.uk

SALTERNS MARINA LTD

Manager: Robert Golden 40 Salterns Way, Lilliput, Poole, Dorset. BH14 8JR

T: 01202 709971

F: 01202 700398

E: reception@salterns.co.uk

W: www.salterns.co.uk

MDL COBB’S QUAY MARINA

Manager: Daniel Lewis Hamworthy, Poole, Dorset. BH15 4EL

T: 01202 674299

E: cobbsquay@mdlmarinas.co.uk

W: www.cobbsquaymarina.co.uk

LYMINGTON YACHT HAVEN

Manager: Rupert Wagstaff Kings Saltern Road, Lymington, Hampshire , SO41 3QD T: 01590 677071

E: lymington@yachthavens.com

W: www.yachthavens.com

BUCKLER’S HARD YACHT HARBOUR

Harbour Master: Wendy Stowe Harbour Master’s Office Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour Beaulieu, Hampshire, SO42 7XB

T: 01590 616200

E: harbour.office@beaulieu.co.uk

W: www.beaulieuriver.co.uk

HAVEN QUAY, LYMINGTON

Haven Quay Dry Stack Mill Lane,, Lymington Hampshire SO41 9AZ

T: 01590 677072

E: havenquay@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com

DEACONS MARINA

Contact name: Adam Pryce-Jones Bursledon Bridge, Southampton SO31 8AZ

T 023 80 402253

E:deacons@boatfolk.co.uk

W: www.boatfolk.co.uk

MDL HYTHE MARINA VILLAGE

Manager: Richard Godwin

Lock Building,

Way Hythe,

Hampshire.

ST HELIER UPGRADE

Jersey’s harbour master, Captain Bill Sadler, said: “The upgrade of St Helier Marina demonstrates our continuing commitment to invest in our harbour infrastructure so that it will continue to meet the needs of our valued marina community.”

St Helier Marina was first opened in 1981 and this is its first major refurbishment. www.walconmarine.com

MDL OCEAN VILLAGE MARINA

Manager: Paul Atkins Marina Office, 2 Channel Way Southampton, Hampshire. SO14 3TG

023 8022 9385

oceanvillage@mdlmarinas.co.u

www.oceanvillagemarina.co.uk

MDL SHAMROCK QUAY

Manager: Barry Radband William Street, Northam, Southampton Hampshire.

MDL SAXON WHARF

Manager: David Walters

York Street, Northam, Southampton.

MDL HAMBLE POINT MARINA

MDL

Mayflower Marina’s harbour master, Tony Saunders (pictured), retired this autumn after near 37 years of employment, making him the longest served employee in the company’s history.

Tony’s career started when he joined P&O as a deck cadet, rising to the rank of Chief Officer. He went on to join Mayflower Marina in 1986 as assistant harbour master, where his sea going skills and practical approach to life proved a great fit. In 2001 Tony was appointed harbour master after the retirement of his long-served predecessor.

Charles Bush, managing director said: “One of the great strengths of Mayflower Marina is the long service of its employees and the vast pool of experiences and skills they have amassed over the years. Tony has been at the vanguard of this, and it is a gross understatement to say we will miss him.

“When he told me of his plan to retire, one of his overarching concerns was that he would leave the marina in a better place than he found it - it is safe to say, ‘mission accomplished’! It has been a pleasure working with Tony and I would like to thank him for all that he has done both for me personally and for the marina over his years of service.”

Tony Saunders said: “I have had a very enjoyable 37 seasons at Mayflower Marina, and I have worked with some great staff and met some very interesting characters from the sailing world. It has been a great privilege to be part of the Mayflower family. We have built a good team and I wish them and Mayflower Marina continued success.”

David Crouch, chairman of Sailport PLC which owns and operates the marina, said: “We are indebted to Tony for the service he has provided to us as a company and the great many boat owners who have berthed at Mayflower Marina over the years.

“I recall when Greta Thunberg visited the marina a few years ago. She was scheduled to leave by boat to sail over to the United States, and they were leaving very early in the morning to catch the most favourable tide. It was Tony, in his own time, who was down on the pontoon helping the last-minute preparations for departure. No one asked him to do this, it was a typical selfless act to help deliver the maximum Mayflower experience.”

Mike Knowles, Tony’s long-served deputy harbour master, took over as harbour master this month. www.mayflowermarina.co.uk

Around the marinas...

The Isle of Wight’s Island Harbour Marina has gone into administration. Positioned on the River Medina south of Cowes, the marina provides more than 200 berths along with a number of amenities.

A state-of-the-art Remote Operated Vehicle is being trialed to clear litter and debris from the water at Sutton Harbour. In addition to the ‘Waste Shark’, the harbour deploys a dedicated litter boat to survey and sweep the harbour several times a day.

Orwell Quay, in Ipswich, welcomed a 72ft yacht, the Challenger 4, as part of a tour around the country offering young people the chance to have a look on board. The vessel is owned by the Tall Ships Youth Trust.

Suntex Marina Investors has announced the acquisition of Channel Club Marina in Monmouth Beach, midway between New York City and Atlantic City.

Pontoon manufacturer and water access specialist, Inland and Coastal Marina Systems celebrated the company’s 20th anniversary at the Southampton International Boat Show.

D-Marin has announced its acquisition of a majority stake in Sense4Boat, an Internet of Things company focused on boat safety. Sense4Boat will provide the D-Marin network with an IoT platform to monitor all the vital parameters of docked boats and detect potential threats long before they become a real hazard.

D-Marin has also now officially welcomed Punta Faro Marina to its expanding network. It is the sixteenth marina to join the group, and D-Marin’s first in Italy.

boatfolk won the Environmental Award at the Southampton International Boat Show thanks to its ongoing work to raise awareness of environmental issues and actions that can be taken both within the boating community and wider society.

After a fire broke out at Gouvia Marina, on the Greek island of Corfu four yachts were destroyed including a classic yacht built in 1929. No injuries were reported.

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At the Southampton Boat Show the winners of The Yacht Harbour Association Marina of the Year Awards 2022 were revealed. And the winners are… Towergate’s Coastal Marina of the Year - Under 250 Berths

Winner - Emsworth Yacht Harbour Runner up - Poole Quay Boat Haven

Towergate’s Coastal Marina of the Year - Over 250 Berths

Winner - Royal Quays Marina - boatfolk Runner up- Troon Yacht Haven Towergate’s Inland Marina of the Year Winner - Shepperton Marina Runner up - Campbell Wharf

ROYAL CLARENCE MARINA

The Bridgehead, Weevil Lane, Gosport, Hampshire. PO12 1AX

T: 023 9252 3523

E: info@royalclarencemarina.org

W: www.royalclarencemarina.org

PREMIER MARINAS PORT SOLENT

Manager: Mark Phillp

South Lockside, Port Solent, Portsmouth, Hampshire. PO6 4TJ

T: 023 9221 0765 F: 023 9232 4241

E: portsolent@premiermarinas.com

W: www.premiermarinas.com

PREMIER MARINAS SOUTHSEA

Manager: Peter Pring

Fort Cumberland Road Portsmouth, Hampshire. PO4 9RJ

T: 023 9282 2719

F: 023 9282 2220

E: southsea@premiermarinas.com

W: www.premiermarinas.com

GUNWHARF QUAYS MARINA

Manager: Carl Jarmaine

Gunwharf Quays, Marina Office Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3TZ

T: 02392 836732

E: gwqmarina@incentive-fm.com

W: www.gunwharf-quays.com/marina

ISLE OF WIGHT

COWES YACHT HAVEN

Manager: Katy Ednay

Vectis Yard, High Street, Cowes, PO31 7BD

T: 01983 299975

F: 01983 200332

E: berthing@cowesyachthaven.com

W:www.cowesyachthaven.com

VHF: Channel 80

EAST COWES MARINA

Manager: Mike Townshend Britannia Way, East Cowes Isle of Wight. PO32 6UB

T: 01983 293983

F: 01983 299276

E: eastcowes@boatfolk.co.uk

W: www.boatfolk.co.uk

Towergate’s International Marina of the Year

Winner - Marina de Vilamoura

MARINA OF THE YEARHARBOUR MASTER RETIRES AFTER 37 YEARS AT MARINA

Runner up - Karpaz Gate Marina

Towergate’s Superyacht Marina of the Year

Winner - Yalikavak Marina

Runner up – Porto Montenegro

Towergate’s Marina Employee of the Year

Winner - John Selman – Beaulieu Marina

Runner up - Suzana Grban – Porto Montenegro www.tyha.co.uk

COWES HARBOUR SHEPARDS MARINA

Manager: Jock Rafferty

Medina Road, Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO31 7HT

T: 01983 297821

E: shepards.chc@cowes.co.uk

W: cowesharbourshepardsmarina.co.uk

ISLAND HARBOUR MARINA

Manager: Danie Erasmus

Mill Lane, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 2LA

T: 01983 539994

E: info@island-harbour.co.uk

W:www.island-harbour.co.uk

BEMBRIDGE HARBOUR

Manager/Contact - Gordon Wight

The Duver, St Helens, PO33 1YB

T: 01983 872828

E : mail@bembridgeharbour.co.uk

W: www.bembridgeharbour.co.uk

YARMOUTH HARBOUR

Harbour Office, The Quay, Yarmouth, Isle of Wight, PO41 0NT

T: 01983 760321

E: info@yarmouth-harbour.co.uk

W: www.yarmouth-harbour.co.uk

VHF: Ch 68 (harbour), Ch 15 (water taxi)

SOUTH EAST

MDL NORTHNEY MARINA

Manager: Claire Kennedy Northney Road, Hayling Island, PO11 0NH

T: 023 9246 6321

E: northney@mdlmarinas.co.uk

W: www.northneymarina.co.uk

MDL SPARKES MARINA

Manager: Claire Kennedy

38 Wittering Road, Hayling Island Hampshire. PO11 9SR

T: 023 9246 3572

E: sparkes@mdlmarinas.co.uk

W: www.sparkesmarina.co.uk

BIRDHAM POOL MARINA

Birdham, Chichester, W Sussex. PO20 7BG

T: 01243 512310

E: info@birdhampool.co.uk

W: www.birdhampool.co.uk

“These awards are voted for by berth holders and celebrate the very best marinas both in the UK and overseas and provide a perfect opportunity to recognise those marinas that go above and beyond, offering outstanding quality and service to their berth holders and visitors,” said Jon White, TYHA, general manager.

PREMIER MARINAS CHICHESTER

Manager: Andrew Collumbell

Birdham (Chichester Harbour)

West Sussex. PO20 7EJ

T: 01243 512731

E: chichester@premiermarinas.com

W: www.premiermarinas.com

SMALL BOATS WELCOME

LITTLEHAMPTON MARINA

Berthing Manager: Darren Humphries

Ferry Road, Littlehampton, West Sussex, BN17 5DS

T: 01903 713553

01903 732264

sales@littlehamptonmarina.co.uk

www.littlehamptonmarina.co.uk

LITTLEHAMPTON YACHT CLUB (LYC)

Rope House, Rope Walk

Littlehampton, West Sussex BN17 5DH

Office: Fiona Boyce: 01903 713 996

Berthing Master: Bill Kellett

T: 01903 732 926

F: 01903 725 911

E: fiona@littlehamptonyachtclub.co.uk

W: www.littlehamptonyachtclub.co.uk

PREMIER MARINAS BRIGHTON

Manager: Mike Hatch

West Jetty, Brighton, East Sussex. BN2 5UP

T: 01273 819919

F: 01273 675082

E: brighton@premiermarinas.com

W: www.premiermarinas.com

PREMIER MARINAS EASTBOURNE

Manager: Dan Heckford Sovereign Harbour, North Lockside,

SMALL BOATS WELCOME

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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: Emma Crompton

The Lock Building, Leviathan Way Chatham Maritime, Kent. ME4 4LP

T: 01634 899200

E: chatham@mdlmarinas.co.uk www.chathammaritimemarina.co.uk

MEDWAY YACHT CLUB

Contact: Sue Bannister

Lower Upnor, Rochester, ME2 4XB

T: 01634 718399

W:www.medwayyachtclub.com

PORT OF DOVER MARINA

Manager: Chris Windsor Address - Dover Marina, Crosswall Quay, Union Street, Dover, Kent, CT179BN

T +44 (0) 1304 241 663

E marina@doverport.co.uk W www.doverport.co.uk/marina

SURREY

MDL PENTON HOOK MARINA

Manager: Andrew Smith

Staines Road, Chertsey, Surrey. KT16 8PY

T: 01932 568681

E: pentonhook@mdlmarinas.co.uk

W: www.pentonhookmarina.co.uk

BERKSHIRE

MDL WINDSOR MARINA

Manager: John Harris Maidenhead Road, Windsor, Berkshire.

SL4 5TZ

T: 01753 853911

E: windsor@mdlmarinas.co.uk

W: www.windsormarina.co.uk

MDL BRAY MARINA

Manager: John Harris Monkey Island Lane, Bray, Berkshire.

SL6 2EB

T: 01628 623654

E: bray@mdlmarinas.co.uk

W: www.braymarina.co.uk

SUFFOLK

MDL WOOLVERSTONE MARINA

Manager: Kelly Sharman

Woolverstone, Ipswich, Suffolk. IP9 1AS

T: 01473 780206

E: woolverstone@mdlmarinas.co.uk

W: www.woolverstonemarina.co.uk

LOWESTOFT HAVEN MARINA

Manager: Bob Beare

Lowestoft Haven Marina (twin site), School Road and Hamilton Dock, Marina Office, School Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk NR33 9NB

T: 01502 580300 F: 01502 581851

E: lowerstofthaven@abports.co.uk

W: lowestofthavenmarina.co.uk

FOX’S MARINA & BOATYARD

Marina Manager: Lee Gilson

Fox’s Marina, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 8SA

T: +44 1473 689111

E: foxs@foxsmarina.com

W: www.foxsmarina.com

ESSEX

FAMBRIDGE YACHT HAVEN

Manager: Danyal Adams

Chelmsford, CM3 6LU

T: 01621 740370

E: fambridge@yachthavens.com

W: www.yachthavens.com

WALES

ABERYSTWYTH MARINA

Manager:Adam Knowles

Y Lanfa Aberystwyth, Trefechan SY23 1AS

T: 01970 611422

E: aber@themarinegroup.co.uk

W: www.themarinegroup.co.uk

CARDIFF MARINA

Manager: Andy Coles OBE

Watkiss Way, Cardiff. CF11 0SY

T: 02920 396078

F: 02920 345116

E: info@themarinegroup.co.uk

W: www.themarinegroup.co.uk

CONWY MARINA

Manager – Jon Roberts

Conwy Marina Ellis Way, LL32 8GU

T: 01492 593000

E: conwy@boatfolk.co.uk

W: www.boatfolk.co.uk

MILFORD MARINA

Manager or contact: Melanie Durney

Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire

SA73 3AF

Tel: 01646 796518

E: enquiries@milfordmarina.com

W: www.milfordmarina.com

PENARTH MARINA

Manager: Stuart Jones

Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, F64 1TQ

T: 02920 705021

E: penarth@boatfolk.co.uk

W: www.boatfolk.co.uk

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: Charlotte Dawson

Y Felinheli, Gwynedd LL56 4JN

T:01248671500/01248 670176

E: Info@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

N. IRELAND

BANGOR MARINA

Manager: Kevin Baird Bangor, Co. Down

T: 02891 45329

E: bangor@boatfolk.co.uk W: www.boatfolk.co.uk

CARRICKFERGUS MARINA

Harbour Master: Ryan Hack

Marina Manager: Karen Steelen

3 Quayside, Carrickfergus BT38 8BJ

T: 028 9336 6666

E: harbour.master@midandeastantrim. gov.uk

W: www.midandeastantrim.gov.uk

BRISTOL

PORTISHEAD MARINA

Manager: Simon Davis

Portishead, Bristol BS20 7DF

T: 01275 841941

E: portishead@boatfolk.co.uk

W: www.boatfolk.co.uk

NEWCASTLE

ROYAL QUAYS MARINA

Manager: Matt Simms North Shields, Tyneside NE29 6DU

T: 0191 2728282

E: royalquays@boatfolk.co.uk W: www.boatfolk.co.uk

SCOTLAND

RHU MARINA

Contact: Suzanne Bell

Rhu, Helensburgh G84 8LH

T: 01436 820238

E: rhu@boatfolk.co.uk

W: www.boatfolk.co.uk

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

SPAIN

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

HOLLAND

JACHTHAVEN BIESBOSCH

Manager: Renate Ilmer Nieuwe Jachthaven 54924 BA, Drimmelen, NL

T: +31 (0)162 682249

E: info@jachthavenbiesbosch.nl W: www.jachthavenbiesbosch.nl

KERRERA MARINA

Contact : Tim Vollum

Ardentrive Bay, Kerrera, Oban, Scotland, PA34 4SX

T: 01631 565333

W: office@kerreramarina.com

W: www.kerreramarina.com

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KARPAZ GATE MARINA

Customer Service: Mucella Kara

PO Box 12

Yenierenkoy, Iskele TRNC

Via Mersin 10 / Turkey

T: +90 533 833

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THE CHANGING FACE OF MARINAS

The one stop shop approach is becoming more popular – think online retailers offering everything from books to barbeques. Marinas are also evolving to be more than just a gateway to getting on the water.

M any marinas are now a hub of all things boating, supporting all aspects of the boating lifestyle – from boat building to après sail.

MDL’s Hamble Point Marina, on the central south coast of the UK is, without doubt, a hub of boating. It is certainly hard to beat location wise. Situated right at the mouth of the picturesque River Hamble, it is just a stone’s throw away from the world-famous waters of the Solent, with all its exciting cruising destinations and high-octane racing.

Besides its 230 first class pontoon berths for boats up to 30m and 137 dry stack berths for power boats up to 10m, Hamble Point Marina offers extensive maintenance and repair facilities to its customers. As well as a wide, easy access slipway with ample space for car parking and trailer storage, there is a 75-ton boat hoist and a 4-ton crane for masts and engines.

Attracting businesses from all sectors of the marine industry, Hamble Point boasts more than 50 tenants, providing a wide range of marine services from sail making to electrical work, offering a berth holder or visiting yachtsman the complete spectrum of boating trades.

With multiple new yacht dealerships as well as second-hand boat brokerages on-site - ideal for comparing different makes and models - Hamble Point is also a great place for someone starting their boating journey, upgrading their boat or making the transition from power to sail.

For those new to boating or not yet ready to buy, long-term tenant Hamble Point Yacht Charters offers ad hoc yacht charter. Meanwhile boat share membership company FlexiSail, which moved its 15 strong fleet of cruising yachts, catamarans, cabin cruisers and RIBs to Hamble Point in February, offers the ownership experience at a fraction of the cost through its membership programme. Both companies also offer training for novices to experienced sailors, further expanding the range of boating services available from Hamble Point.

NEW ERA

Steeped in boat building history, with Fairey Marine launching its iconic Fairey Huntress motor cruiser from the site in 1959, Hamble Point has recently returned to its boat building roots, but with a

focus on green technology as boat building moves into a new era.

Innovative electric boat manufacturer RS Electric Boats moved from its base in Romsey, which it shared with sister company RS Sailing, to a larger manufacturing facility at Hamble Point Marina.

“With the Pulse 63 being production ready, we need manufacturing space that will support the volume of boats we need to deliver,” says Alex NewtonSouthon, CEO – Design and Technologies at RS Electric Boats.

“MDL and its Hamble Point Marina is an ideal solution for us. Not just the space available, but the location close to Southampton Water, giving us easy access to the Solent as well as MDL’s Ocean Village Marina, where we will be conducting boat tests and sea trials.

“We are delighted to have a base with MDL, its commitment to the environment and dedication to promoting greener boating through investment in electric charging technologies makes this move an even more positive one for us.”

RS Electric Boats joins established tenant ePropulsion UK in the growing line-up of businesses dedicated to sustainable boating at the marina.

“I cannot think of a more visible and distinctive location on the Hamble,” says Steve Bruce, managing director at ePropulsion UK.

“Hamble Point Marina is ideal due to its accessibility from London with easy access to the river and the Solent for boat testing and every possible service and facility we might require available on-site.

“MDL is also keen to support the transition to zero emission propulsion with dedicated charging facilities, and we are now putting together a schedule to convert the existing workboat fleet with electric propulsion.”

ONE STOP SHOP

With so many marine businesses having recognised the strategic advantages of being based at Hamble Point Marina, its importance as a boating destination grows. For many boat owners, Hamble Point is the boating equivalent of the one stop shop and is now their first choice when it comes to buying, selling, berthing and maintaining their boats, as well as enjoying the boating lifestyle.

And at the end of the day, there is the Ketch Rigger bar and restaurant. No true boating hub would be complete without somewhere to get a nice cold beer when all the hard work is done...

www.mdlmarinas.co.uk/marinas/mdlhamble-point-marina

A dry stack is just one of the many facilities on offer at Hamble Point Marina

”For many boat owners, Hamble Point is the boating equivalent of the one stop shop.”

Marinas are becoming a one stop shop boat for leisure boaters

With Paul Antrobus

BY PAUL ANTROBUS

In the drink

Taste the Air!

It is well-known that the art of blending is the bedrock for producing Scotch whisky and that this is done by ‘nosing’, never sipping, the various single malts produced in different distilleries to get the consistent taste of different branded Scotch blends.

So I was intrigued by a newish (two years or so) drinking product that works the other way round, introducing flavours like peach or watermelon to basic tap water without actually adding anything into the water itself.

Created by the Air Up company, it is a 650ml flask with technical components which uses scent via the nose to fool our taste buds into thinking you are drinking a fruit-flavoured drink.

Aimed at the health and eco motivated adult market, it was introduced to me by my 10-year-old granddaughter, who informed me it is very trendy among her school friends.

There are four basic components which have to be fitted together, for which drawings are provided, a bit like flat-pack furniture. First is the modern-design flask which comes in a range of vibrant colours.

Fill this with tap water, insert a drinking straw, fit the mouthpiece and attach your chosen flavour pod. Then activate the flavour pod and drink through the mouthpiece. As you drink your nose picks up the scent from the flavour pod and the brain thinks it is the water that is flavoured. This is called retronasal smell.

Air Up reckons 80 per cent of the tastes you experience are actually things you are smelling.

As a starter, you can buy five ‘favourites’ as a pack: watermelon, peach, raspberry and lemon, wild berries and orange vanilla. There are many more flavours including iced coffee and Kola.

And you never know, one day there might be a G&T flavoured pod!

It is not that cheap, from £30 for the bottle and components and £7 to £9 for a pack of three pods, but once bought the bottle is forever reusable. It is easiest to source onlinesearch Air Up water bottle for options or uk.air-up.com

Eastern Europe’s treasure

The situation in Ukraine has brought a focus and awareness of produce from Eastern European countries that also border the Black Sea, such as Georgia, the small republic wedged between Russia and Turkey at the eastern end of the Black Sea.

Winemaking in Georgia suffered under Soviet rule until 2003. Historic plantings were pulled up for the production of cheap ‘factory’ wines. Civil war and then a Russian embargo on all Georgian wine from 2006 to 2013 further stalled progress, but the drive has been to produce contemporary wines they could sell in volume. Thus Georgia’s wine heritage has revived.

Archaeological evidence suggests that wine may have been part of the culture there as far back as 6000 BC, and it is an important creator of Qvevri wines where the grape juice is fermented - skin, stork, pips and all - in giant earthenware pots buried in the ground to keep a steady temperature.

A total of 500 grape varieties are grown in 125,000 hectares of vineyards which, for comparison, is more than South Africa (105,000) and with no export to speak of.

Drinks giant Pernod Ricard has been collaborating with the Georgian company GWS (Georgian Wine Society) and the result is the Tamada and Old Tbilisi, all small volume but part of the interest in the UK in ‘Orange’/Qvevri wines and guaranteed to have a different wine taste and character.

They are quite hard to find in shops, so it is easier to source online at georgianwineclub.co.uk or qvevriwines. co.uk. However, at my local M&S I found Tbilvino Qvevris from local Rkatsiteli white grapes for £7.50 for 75cl at 12 per cent abv. Self-declared as a ‘rare amber wine’, it is nice as an apéritif and goes well with fish or chicken.