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| + | The simplest approach is from Alnmouth Bay to the North 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. | ||
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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. | ||
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| + | 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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| + | * Harbour Entrance is 55 degrees 20.42 N 1 degree 34.03 W | ||
| + | * Waypoint for approaching from the north 55 degrees 20.84 N 1 degree 33.94 degrees west | ||
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs=== | ===Marinas & Yacht Clubs=== | ||
Revision as of 18:56, 9 March 2014
Amble
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Background
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)
Charts
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- British Admiralty 1627
Radio Nets
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Local Weather
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The simplest approach is from Alnmouth Bay to the North 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.
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 degrees 20.42 N 1 degree 34.03 W
- Waypoint for approaching from the north 55 degrees 20.84 N 1 degree 33.94 degrees west
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
- Coquet Yacht Club (CYC), on south side of river 0.65 nm from harbour entrance. Visitors Welcome
- Amble Marina, on south side of river 0.46 nm from harbour entrance. Cill height 0.8 meters above chart datum. Visitor berths available.
Anchorages
List details of all safe anchorages in the area.
Offshore Islands
- Coquet Island, Approximately 1nm ESE of Warkworth Harbour entrance
Routes/Passages To/From
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Tourism & things to do ashore
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Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Laundry
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Eateries
Internet/WiFi
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Marine Stores & Facilities
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Repairs
Transportation
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References & Publications
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Cruiser's Friends
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Forum Discussions
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External Links
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Personal Notes
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