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Revision as of 15:11, 7 June 2011

United Kingdom Cruising Guide

An online cruising guide for yachts sailing to the United Kingdom.

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United Kingdom
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United Kingdom
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Capital: London (England), Edinburgh (Scotland), Cardiff (Wales) and Belfast (N. Ireland)
Language: English, Welsh, Gaelic
Currency: Sterling (GB Pounds)
More notes about the country

This Cruising Wiki cannot hope to cover all the sailing areas in the United Kingdom but we will attempt to list ports and information of particular interest to cruisers.

Overview

The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, commonly known as the United Kingdom, the UK, or Britain, is a sovereign island country located off the northwestern coast of continental Europe. The UK includes the island of Great Britain, the northeast part of the island of Ireland and many small islands. Northern Ireland is the only part of the UK with a land border, sharing it with the Republic of Ireland. Apart from this land border, the UK is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, the North Sea, the English Channel and the Irish Sea. The largest island, Great Britain, is linked to France by the Channel Tunnel.

UK Countries

Climate & Weather

See individual regions

Sources of weather forecasting:

Navigation Charts

Submit details of the charts required for safe navigation of the area.

Special Navigation Notes

See individual regions

Local Radio Nets

Also see World Cruiser's Nets

Submit details of Cruiser's Nets and VHF operating/calling channels here.

Arrival/Departure procedures

Arrival

EU regulations apply for arrivals to the U.K. Yachts arriving from another EU country need not fly the "Q" flag and need only contact Customs if they have goods to declare or non-EU nationals on board. Yachts arriving from outside the EU, (including the Channel Islands), must phone the National Yachtline - 0845 723 1110.

On entry into UK territorial waters, the "Q" flag must be flown (illuminated at night) until the customs formalities have been completed. Failure to fly the "Q" flag is an offence. Note that yachts may be searched by customs officials at any time when in UK waters.

No person or goods may leave the yacht before the Customs clearance procedures have been completed.

Non-EU nationals must obtain permission to enter the UK from an Immigration officer. Notify the Customs officer on arrival who will advise the local Immigration Office location and contact information.

Health Clearance

Health Clearance must be obtained if there are any animals or birds aboard and if there is any illness with any crewmember. Contact the Port Health Authority by radio, 4 to 12 hours before arrival or immediately on arrival if advance contact is not possible. No-one may board or leave the yacht until the Health officials have cleared the yacht.

If staying in another EU member country before entering a pet "passport" maybe acquired. This is health document and you can find out from a vet or possibly the local harbor master will know who you need to speak to in order to get the proper documents. The UK will impound any animal that enters without proper documents and depending on out come there can be fines and/or "destruction" of the animal. Contacting the UK consulate in different areas has had mixed results by reports given.

Departure

When departing the UK you must complete sections 1 & 2 of Form C1331 and hand part 1 in to Customs before departure. You may alternatively deposit it in a Customs Post Box, or post (or deliver) it to one of the Customs offices at one of the "Main Ports". Part 2 must be retained on board the yacht.

The C1331 form is available from many yacht clubs, marinas and port offices and can also be downloaded from the HMRC website.

Immigration

Notes:

  • At many entry points the Customs officer also acts as the Immigration officer.
  • The United Kingdom is not part of the Schengen Agreement area.

Non-EU nationals must obtain permission to enter the UK from an Immigration officer. Notify the Customs officer on arrival who will advise you of the local Immigration Office location and contact information.

For any non-EU crewmembers, immigration must be contacted if arriving from outside the following countries or territories: UK, Isle of Man, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands.

Visas are required for nationals of the following countries :-
Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Angola, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belarus, Benin, Bhutan, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Burkina Faso, Burma(Myanmar), Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verdes, Central African Republic, Chad, China, Colombia, Comoros, Congo (Democratic Republic), Congo (Republic of), Cuba, Djibouti, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Guyana, Haiti, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kosovo, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lebanon, Liberia, Libya, Macedonia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Mozambique, Nepal, Niger, Nigeria, North Korea, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Peru, Philippines, Qatar, Russia, Rwanda, Sao Tome e Principe, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Surinam, Syria, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Togo,Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Uganda, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Yemen, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

Visas must be obtained in advance from a British embassy or consulate.

Nationals of countries who do not require a visa, are normally granted a stay of up to six months if they can prove the availability of sufficient funds.

Customs

Goods to be declared to Customs:

  • Yachts arriving from another EU country:
    • Any animals or birds on board
    • Any prohibited or restricted goods
    • Any duty-free stores
    • If VAT is owing on the vessel
  • Boats arriving from a country outside the European Union:
    • Any goods listed above
    • Goods in excess of the duty-free allowance
  • Firearms and ammunition, including gas pistols and similar weapons, may not be imported into the UK.
  • Prohibited imports include meat, poultry and many other animal products; plants and produce, including potatoes and certain other fruit and vegetables; certain articles made from endangered species including fur, ivory and reptile leather. Contact DEFRA for more information, The telephone numbers are: Meat and animal products Ph: +44(0)20 7904 6501; and Fruit and vegetables Ph: +44 (0)1904 455191/2/5.
  • PETS: Dogs, cats and other rabies susceptible animals must not be landed unless you have a British pet import licence. The animals will be required to undergo a period of quarantine in an approved premises. Animals going directly into quarantine may only be landed at the following ports: Dover Eastern Docks, Harwich, Parkeston Quay, Hull, Portsmouth, Southampton. Birds, including family pets will also require a British health import licence before being allowed into the UK. Full details of regulations and quarantine requirements, as well as the application form for the import licence, can be found at the Department of the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) website

    The Pet Travel Scheme (PETS) allows pet dogs, cats or ferrets into or back into the UK without quarantine. Contact the PETS helpline - Ph: +44(0)870 241 1710, Fax: +44(0)1245 458749. Email. In order to bring dogs or cats into UK under the PETS scheme from any of the listed countries you must have had them microchipped, vacinated against rabies and blood tested. See the DEFRA website for full up-to-date details.
  • EU regulations are applicable regarding temporary importation of vessels. See the Customs and Excise website for details.

Health

See individual countries and regions

Security

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Offshore Islands

External Territories

Cruiser's Friends

Submit details/contacts of cruiser's "friends" that can be contacted in advance or on arrival - who can offer information and assistance to our cruising "family".

References & Publications

Books, Guides, etc.

Links to Forum Discussions

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

External Links

Submit useful website links for the region

Personal Notes


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