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Revision as of 12:21, 10 July 2008
Wales
| Wales | |
 Wales | |
 Flag | |
| Capital: | Cardiff |
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| Language: | English, Welsh |
| Currency: | Pound Sterling |
| Time Zone | UTC |
| More notes about the country | |
Background
- Wales (Welsh, Cymru) is one of the four "home nations" that make up the United Kingdom. It lies on a western peninsula of the island of Great Britain, bordered on the East by England. Wales is rich in history and natural beauty and has a culture distinct from the rest of the UK. Travelers are attracted to Wales because of its beautiful landscape, the wide open spaces of its stunning national parks and the wealth of history and culture.
- Cruising & sailing in the region?
Climate & Weather
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Sources of weather forecasting:
Charts
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Any navigation notes here.
Local Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets
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Arrival/Departure procedures
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Immigration & Customs
Same as for the United Kingdom
Health & Security
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Ports & Popular Stops
- Milford Haven. The easiest and most convenient entry port is MILFORD HAVEN, 23 miles of tidal waterway, safe anchorages and two marinas; Neyland and Milford Haven. All facilities including Customs and Immigration. St Anne's Head Lighthouse at entrance to the waterway at position 51 40.87N 05 10.42W (Fl white 5s.)
- Fishguard Harbour. A deep water anchorage with Customs and train links to London. 52 00.76N 04 58.23W
Offshore Islands
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
- A Sea Guide to Pembrokeshire. Bennett,Tom; Imray ISBN 978-085288990-9
Links to CruiserLog Forum discussions
Links to discussions on the CruiserLog Forum
External Links
Submit useful website links for the region
Personal Notes
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