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==Amble (Warkworth Harbour)== | ==Amble (Warkworth Harbour)== | ||
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[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amble Amble] harbour is actually known as Warkworth Harbour and makes a great base for exploring the fabulous beaches and scenary of Northumberland. Local cruising highlights include: | [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amble Amble] harbour is actually known as Warkworth Harbour and makes a great base for exploring the fabulous beaches and scenary of Northumberland. Local cruising highlights include: | ||
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* VHF: The coastguard broadcasts a forecast approximately every 4 hours after first announcing the channel to use on VHF 16 | * VHF: The coastguard broadcasts a forecast approximately every 4 hours after first announcing the channel to use on VHF 16 | ||
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; British Admiralty | ; British Admiralty | ||
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Alternatively in calm conditions and with sufficient height of tide the unmarked channel between Coquet Island and Amble can be taken by keeping the light on Amble North Pier (Fl.G.6s 12m 6M) on a bearing of 300T. This line will take you over Podler Ware Spit (depth 0.9 meters) after which you should make for the port hand marker can and then harbour entrance, taking care to ensure that any southerly current across the harbour entrance does not carry you onto Pan Rocks to the south east of the entrance. | Alternatively in calm conditions and with sufficient height of tide the unmarked channel between Coquet Island and Amble can be taken by keeping the light on Amble North Pier (Fl.G.6s 12m 6M) on a bearing of 300T. This line will take you over Podler Ware Spit (depth 0.9 meters) after which you should make for the port hand marker can and then harbour entrance, taking care to ensure that any southerly current across the harbour entrance does not carry you onto Pan Rocks to the south east of the entrance. | ||
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The harbour entrance has charted depth of 0.6 meters but this varies depending on silting and dredging. Only approaching when you have sufficient depth for the Marina (0.8 meters above chart datum) gives a reasonable margin unless conditions are particularly bad. If waves are breaking on Pan Bush then the entrance is considered dangerous and Blythe or River Tyne should be considered as alternative harbours. | The harbour entrance has charted depth of 0.6 meters but this varies depending on silting and dredging. Only approaching when you have sufficient depth for the Marina (0.8 meters above chart datum) gives a reasonable margin unless conditions are particularly bad. If waves are breaking on Pan Bush then the entrance is considered dangerous and Blythe or River Tyne should be considered as alternative harbours. | ||
Once inside the outer pier keep mid channel for half a cable and after the channel turns slightly south the best water is on the south side of the channel all the way up to the marina. Beware of a sand bank which extends from the disused wooden jetty on the north side of the harbour to about mid channel - keeping south close to the fishing boats moored against the harbour wall will keep you clear. | Once inside the outer pier keep mid channel for half a cable and after the channel turns slightly south the best water is on the south side of the channel all the way up to the marina. Beware of a sand bank which extends from the disused wooden jetty on the north side of the harbour to about mid channel - keeping south close to the fishing boats moored against the harbour wall will keep you clear. | ||
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====Fuel, Water, & Electricity==== | ====Fuel, Water, & Electricity==== | ||
- | Fuel, water and electricity are available from Amble Marina. | + | Fuel, water and electricity are available from [http://www.amble.co.uk/ Amble Marina] . |
==Things to do Ashore== | ==Things to do Ashore== | ||
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====Transportation==== | ====Transportation==== | ||
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* Busses are run from Amble to Newcastle, Alnmouth Station and Alnmouth | * Busses are run from Amble to Newcastle, Alnmouth Station and Alnmouth | ||
* Almmouth Station is 5 miles from Amble and on the East Coast Main Line with trains to Newcastle, London Edinburgh. | * Almmouth Station is 5 miles from Amble and on the East Coast Main Line with trains to Newcastle, London Edinburgh. | ||
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==Routes/Passages To/From== | ==Routes/Passages To/From== | ||
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Destinations to the South | Destinations to the South | ||
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* Blythe 14nm | * Blythe 14nm | ||
* Tynemouth 21nm | * Tynemouth 21nm | ||
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* [http://www.coquetyachtclub.org.uk Coquet Yacht Club] | * [http://www.coquetyachtclub.org.uk Coquet Yacht Club] | ||
* [http://www.amble.co.uk/ Amble Marina] | * [http://www.amble.co.uk/ Amble Marina] | ||
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Revision as of 20:18, 16 February 2016
Amble (Warkworth Harbour)
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Amble harbour is actually known as Warkworth Harbour and makes a great base for exploring the fabulous beaches and scenary of Northumberland. Local cruising highlights include:
- Newton Haven (anchorage)
- Farn Islands (anchorage in "the kettle")
- Holy Island (anchorage)
Local Weather
Amble is on the East coast of England and therefore winds with some westerly component usually give rise to the best sailing conditions. Strong northerly or easterly winds can produce rough conditions and make the harbour entrance dangerous. High pressure in the summer can result in costal fog (known locally as see fret or haar).
Sources for weather reports:
- Inshore Forecast for Berwick Upon Tweed to Whitby
- Shipping Forecast for Tyne
- Costal Forecast for Berwick Upon Tweed to Whitby
- VHF: The coastguard broadcasts a forecast approximately every 4 hours after first announcing the channel to use on VHF 16
Charts
- British Admiralty
- 1627
Radio Nets
- Amble Marina, VHF Channel 80
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
The light house on Coquet Island (Fl(3) WR.30s 25m 21/16 Horn (1) 30s) lies approximately 1nm ESE of the entrance to Amble.
The simplest approach is from Alnmouth Bay to the north of the harbour, taking care to avoid a shallow area called Pan Bush (depth 0.9 meters) by keeping the light on the north pier (Fl.G.6s 12m 6M) on a bearing of between 190T and 225T.
When approaching from the south, care should be taken to avoid Hauxley Head which lies south of Coquet Island and extends 0.6nm offshore. The white sector of Coquet Island light house indicates you are clear of Hauxley Head. Keep at least 3 cables east and then 6 cables north of Coquet Island before heading west into Alnmouth Bay and following the northern approach, taking care to avoid Pan Bush.
Alternatively in calm conditions and with sufficient height of tide the unmarked channel between Coquet Island and Amble can be taken by keeping the light on Amble North Pier (Fl.G.6s 12m 6M) on a bearing of 300T. This line will take you over Podler Ware Spit (depth 0.9 meters) after which you should make for the port hand marker can and then harbour entrance, taking care to ensure that any southerly current across the harbour entrance does not carry you onto Pan Rocks to the south east of the entrance.
See Amble Tide Tables.
The harbour entrance has charted depth of 0.6 meters but this varies depending on silting and dredging. Only approaching when you have sufficient depth for the Marina (0.8 meters above chart datum) gives a reasonable margin unless conditions are particularly bad. If waves are breaking on Pan Bush then the entrance is considered dangerous and Blythe or River Tyne should be considered as alternative harbours.
Once inside the outer pier keep mid channel for half a cable and after the channel turns slightly south the best water is on the south side of the channel all the way up to the marina. Beware of a sand bank which extends from the disused wooden jetty on the north side of the harbour to about mid channel - keeping south close to the fishing boats moored against the harbour wall will keep you clear.
Waypoints:
- Harbour Entrance is 55°20.42′N, 01°34.03′W
- Waypoint for approaching from the north 55°20.84′N, 01°33.94′W
Berthing Options
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
- Coquet Yacht Club (CYC), on south side of river 0.65 nm from harbour entrance. Visitors Welcome. Post: Coquet Yacht Club, The Braid, Amble, Northumberland NE65 0HH;
- Amble Marina, on south side of river 0.46 nm from harbour entrance. Cill height 0.8 meters above chart datum. Visitor berths available. Email: [email protected]; Tel: +44 (0) 1665 712168; Post: Amble Marina, Amble, Northumberland, NE65 0YP
Anchorages
- Newton Haven (Low Newton by the sea)
- Farn Islands "the kettle"
- Holy Island
Offshore Islands
- Coquet Island, Approximately 1nm ESE of Warkworth Harbour entrance
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
- Amble Marina has a small chandlery
- Storrar Marine has a more extensive supply of chandlery as well as a sail loft, but is 30 miles to the south
Repairs/Yards
- Amble Boat Company Ltd.has a hoist and repair facilities. Address: The Boatyard, 13 Coquet Street, Amble, Northumberland, NE65 0DJ. Telephone: +44(0)1665 710267, Fax: +44(0)1665 711354
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Fuel, water and electricity are available from Amble Marina .
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
- Warkworth Castle
Grocery & Supply Stores
Amble high street is 2 minutes walk from the marina and 5 minutes from the harbour and includes a range of small to medium sized shops, including
- Tesco
- CoOp
- Hardware store
Eateries
There is a growing number of great places to eat out in Amble, including:
- Taj Mahal at the far end of the High Street.
- Spurreli ice cream between the High Street and Harbour
- Zecca, Italian, 47 the High Street
Internet/WiFi
- WiFi avaibable from the Marina (free for 30mins then £3 a day)
- Coquet Yacht Club also has WiFi
Laundry
- Washing machine and dryer in Marina
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Garbage Disposal
Garbage disposal is available for visitors in the marina.
Transportation
- Busses are run from Amble to Newcastle, Alnmouth Station and Alnmouth
- Almmouth Station is 5 miles from Amble and on the East Coast Main Line with trains to Newcastle, London Edinburgh.
- Newcastle International Airport is 32 miles away and can be reached by train from Newcastle.
Routes/Passages To/From
Destinations to the North
- Alnmouth 3nm
- Boulmer 4.5nm
- Newton Haven 11nm
- Beadnell 13nm
- Seahouses 15nm
- Farn Islands 17nm
- Holy Island 23nm
Destinations to the South
- Blythe 14nm
- Tynemouth 21nm
- Sunderland 26nm
Cruiser's Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forum Discussions
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
External Links
- Amble at the Wikipedia
- Amble at the Wikivoyage
- Coquet Yacht Club
- Amble Marina
- Amble Boat Company
References & Publications
- An excellent cruising guide to the area is , Royal Northumberland Yacht Club Sailing Directions, RNYC, ISBN 0951599712
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- March 2014 --Richgmorg
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