Isle of Wight
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List details of all safe anchorages in the area, from west to east. | List details of all safe anchorages in the area, from west to east. | ||
- | * Alum bay - quite exposed but alright for a quick stop. | + | * Alum bay - quite exposed but alright for a quick stop. Not much here really, but some nice views. |
- | * | + | * Totland bay - as with Alum bay, pretty exposed but a good swim stop in nice weather. |
- | * | + | * Yarmouth harbour - A very well sheltered harbour, either pick up a mooring buoy outside or a berth in the harbour. The harbourmasters are all wonderful and helpful, watch out for the ferries when entering the harbour. The facilities are clean and modern with great showers (token operated) with the option of wi-fi on the boat and internet access in the harbour building. The town itself has great food and beer and a really welcoming atmosphere but can be very crowded in summer. There are some permenant barbeques for yachts on the green and for the hardy the walk across to freshwater bay is lovely. |
===Routes/Passages To/From=== | ===Routes/Passages To/From=== |
Revision as of 10:55, 21 February 2009
Isle of Wight
Background
The Isle of Wight is a British island and county in the English Channel between three and five miles from the south coast of Great Britain. It is situated south of the county of Hampshire and is separated from mainland England by The Solent. Popular since Victorian times as a holiday resort, the Isle of Wight is known for its natural beauty and for its world-famous sailing based in Cowes.
Submit details about the sailing/cruising in the area, etc.
Charts
Submit the chart details that are required for safe navigation.
Radio Nets
Also see Cruiser's Nets
Submit details of local radio Nets.
Local Weather
Local weather conditions?
Sources for weather reports:
Also see The Solent
Details?
Ports and Stops
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Submit Marina details for visiing yachts.
Anchorages, moorings and marinas
List details of all safe anchorages in the area, from west to east.
- Alum bay - quite exposed but alright for a quick stop. Not much here really, but some nice views.
- Totland bay - as with Alum bay, pretty exposed but a good swim stop in nice weather.
- Yarmouth harbour - A very well sheltered harbour, either pick up a mooring buoy outside or a berth in the harbour. The harbourmasters are all wonderful and helpful, watch out for the ferries when entering the harbour. The facilities are clean and modern with great showers (token operated) with the option of wi-fi on the boat and internet access in the harbour building. The town itself has great food and beer and a really welcoming atmosphere but can be very crowded in summer. There are some permenant barbeques for yachts on the green and for the hardy the walk across to freshwater bay is lovely.
Routes/Passages To/From
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Tourism & things to do ashore
List places of interest, tours, etc.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Laundry
Grocery & Supply Stores
Eateries
Internet/WiFi
Available?
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Marine Stores & Facilities
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Repairs
Transportation
Local transport or to other countries, etc.
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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