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List details of all safe anchorages in the area, from west to east.
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* Alum bay - quite exposed but alright for a quick stop. Not much here really, but some nice views.
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* Totland bay - as with Alum bay, pretty exposed but a good swim stop in nice weather.
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* 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.
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Revision as of 10:55, 21 February 2009

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Isle of Wight

Isle of Wight
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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

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Radio Nets

Also see Cruiser's Nets

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Local Weather

Local weather conditions?

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Approaches and Navigation

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

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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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