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Chapter Contents
CHAPTER CONTENTS...................................................................................................................... vii
NAVIGATIONAL CONTENTS ............................................................................................................ ix
Introduction 1
Editorial • Using the almanac • Improvements • Agents wanted • Corrections •
Acknowledgements and Permissions
Chapter 1 Reference data 5

Symbols and Abbreviations • Useful addresses (postal and e-mail) and websites •
2023 Calendar • Eclipse notes • Conversion tables • Time • Vocabularies
Chapter 2 Regulations 21
Cruising formalities • HM Revenue and Customs • Foreign Customs • VAT •
International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGs)
Chapter 3 Navigation 33
Passage planning/SOLAS V • Conduct of the plan • Light characteristics • IALA buoyage •
Satellite navigation • Hydrographic surveys • Electronic charts • Waypoints •
Chart plotters • Radar and AIS • Racons and ramarks • Navigational warnings •
Hazards • Offshore energy installations • Navigational tables: Distance of horizon •
Distance, speed and time • Distance off by sextant • True bearing of sun at sunrise/set •
Sun’s declination • True bearing of sun • Distance off rising/dipping lights •
Sunrise/set times • Moonrise/set times • Phases of the Moon
Chapter 4 Tides 53
Introduction • Definitions • Calculating times/heights of tide • Overhead clearances •
Computer predictions • Tidal streams • Meteorological effects • Tidal stream rates
Chapter 5 Communications 63
International code of signals • Radio communication • Global communications •
Navigational warnings • Gunfacts and subfacts • Coastal radio stations (CRS) •
Coastguard contact details for UK • Coast Guard contact details for Republic of Ireland,
Denmark, Germany, The Netherlands, Belgium, France, Spain, Portugal, Gibraltar
Chapter 6 Weather 81
Beaufort wind scale • Sea states • Heavy weather warnings • GMDSS weather •
NAVTEX • HM Coastguard broadcasts • HF facsimile • BBC broadcasts •
Internet weather resources • Sources of foreign weather information
Chapter 7 Safety 105

Introduction • Safety equipment • GMDSS • Definitions of emergencies •
Emergency signals • MAYDAY • PAN PAN • SÉCURITÉ • Sound & visual distress signals •
Helicopter rescue • Abandon ship • UK SAR • HM CG • SSG • RNLI • NCI
Chapter 8 First aid 117

Objectives • Medical care abroad • Medical advice by R/T • Emergency resuscitation •
Choking • Drowning • Hypothermia • Shock • Acute illness • Stroke • Bites/stings •
Bleeding • Burns • Chest and crush injuries • Cuts • Dental • Eyes • Fish hooks •
Fractures • Poison • Sprains • First aid kits • Drugs • Emergency childbirth •
Injections • Physiological measurements • Observation form
Chapter 9 Harbours, coasts and tides 129

Map of areas • Area information • Harbour information • Environmental guidance •
Distance tables: English Channel, Irish Sea, North Sea, Bay of Biscay
See page ix for details
General index 1059

Gazetteer (index of place names) 1062
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Navigational Contents
Chapter 9
Ch 9, Harbours,
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Map of areas • Harbour details and tide tables • Tidal streams • Lights, buoys
and waypoints • Passage information • Ferries • Distance tables • Special notes
Area 1 South West England, including Isles of Scilly .......................................... 137
Isles of Scilly to Anvil Point
Area 2 Central Southern England ......................................................................... 191
Anvil Point to Selsey Bill
Area 3 South East England .................................................................................... 249
Selsey Bill to North Foreland
Area 4 East England ............................................................................................... 273
North Foreland to Great Yarmouth
Area 5 North East England .................................................................................... 333
Winterton to Berwick-upon-Tweed
Area 6 South East Scotland ................................................................................... 369
Eyemouth to Rattray Head
Area 7 North East Scotland ................................................................................... 393
Rattray Head to Cape Wrath, incl Orkney and Shetland Islands
Area 8 North West Scotland .................................................................................. 433
Cape Wrath to Crinan Canal
Area 9 South West Scotland .................................................................................. 471
Crinan Canal to Mull of Galloway
Area 10 North West England, Isle of Man and North Wales ................................. 503
Mull of Galloway to Bardsey Island
Area 11 South Wales and Bristol Channel .............................................................. 533
Bardsey Island to Land’s End
Area 12 South Ireland .............................................................................................. 569
Malahide clockwise to Liscannor Bay
Area 13 North Ireland .............................................................................................. 615
Liscannor Bay clockwise to Lambay Island
Area 14 West Denmark ............................................................................................ 653
Skagen to Romø
Area 15 Germany ..................................................................................................... 669
Danish border to Emden
Area 16 The Netherlands and Belgium ................................................................... 705
Delfzijl to Nieuwpoort
Area 17 North France ............................................................................................... 753
Dunkerque to Cap de la Hague
Area 18 Central North France .................................................................................. 801
Cap de la Hague to St Quay-Portrieux
Area 19 Channel Islands .......................................................................................... 825
Alderney to Jersey
Area 20 North Brittany ............................................................................................ 853
Paimpol to Pointe de Penmarc’h
Area 21 South Brittany ............................................................................................ 893
Loctudy to St Nazaire
Area 22 South Biscay ............................................................................................... 925
River Loire to Spanish border
Area 23 North and North West Spain ..................................................................... 963
Fuenterrabía to Bayona
Area 24 Portugal ...................................................................................................... 997
Viana do Castelo to Vila Real de Santo Antonio
Area 25 South West Spain, Gibraltar and Morocco ............................................. 1021
Ayamonte to Europa Point, Tangier and Ceuta
Area 26 Portuguese Islands ................................................................................... 1039
Azores: Flores, Faial, Pico, São Jorge, Graciosa, Terceira,
Santa Maria and São Miguel. Madeira: Porto Santo and Madeira
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An award-winning marina on the Moray Firth coast
• Secure inner basin • WiFi

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• Diesel berth • Extensive range of
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Waterford Marina, South Quays, Waterford City
“Visit historic Waterford –

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Arbroath Harbour
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the inner and outer harbours, which open and close at half tide, maintaining
shops, restaurants and galleries.
a minimum of 2.5m of water in the inner harbour.
Our renowned fun events Other facilities in the harbour include free parking, toilets and showers,
include the Scottish Series Yacht a crew room, fueling facilities, on site laundry facilities and boat builders’ yard.
Race, the Traditional Boat Festival The town of Arbroath also offers a variety of social and sporting amenities
and more! to visiting crews and a number of quality pubs, restaurants, the famous twelfth
century Abbey and Signal Tower Museum are located close to the harbour.
Tarbert is also where the The railway and bus stations are only 1km from the harbour with direct
CALMAC ferry operates its north and south connections.”
service between Portavadie.
Arbroath Harbour
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Harbour Master: Bruce Fleming

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Tarbert Harbour, Loch
www.tarbertharbour.co.uk Email: harbourmaster@angus.gov.uk
Fyne, Argyll, Scotland,
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Port Ellen
MARINA The welcome in Port Ellen will always be remembered
This non-profit marina enables visitors to enjoy the unique experiences

available around Port Ellen and Islay, including many sites of historical interest,
a footpath trail from Port Ellen to three world famous malt whisky distilleries,
top class eating establishments, abundant wild life and stunning scenery,
as well as providing a safe comfortable haven for yachts passing through
the sound of Jura or round the Mull of Kintyre.
Pontoons will be open from Easter until 31st October.
20 new visitor berths were added last year.
38 berths have inclusive water and power.
www.portellenmarina.co.uk T: 07464 151200 E: portellenmarina@outlook.com

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• Largest marina on the Normandy Channel coast with a total of
1,600 berths, 190 of which are designated for visitors
• Ideally positioned on the Channel coast, close to England, the
Channel Islands and Brittany
• Deep water harbour accessible 24 hours a day with no tide or
weather restrictions
• Awarded service quality labels: Pavillon Bleu, Qualite Plaisance and
5 Gold Anchors
• Many services and facilities
• A large choice of nautical professionals in the marina
• Close to the town centre and its large selection of shops, restaurants,
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Introduction
Introduction
0.1 Introduction 2
Editorial
0.2 Using the Almanac 2

Numbering system • Contents and Index
0.3 Help improve the Almanacs 2

Improvements and corrections • Harbour Agents • Agents wanted
0.4 Corrections and updates 2

Sources of corrections • Online updates
0.5 Acknowledgements & permissions 2

Acknowledgements • Permissions • Disclaimer
1
Introduction
0.1 INTRODUCTION0.1.1 Editorial 0.3 HELP IMPROVE THE ALMANACS

Envisaging sailing in 2023 is not straightforward. Post 0.3.1 Improvements and corrections
Brexit routines have yet to become established and familiar. Corrections or suggestions, however minor, are always
Demand for both permanent and visitor berths in the UK welcome. All, especially those from passages and port visits,
has been high in 2022 and it is likely that this will continue. will be carefully considered. Please send these to the relevant
Increased fuel costs have pressured motorboat owners Editor below, or to info@reedsalmanacs.co.uk. Written notes
in particular, yet at the time of writing the full impact of may be forwarded directly to Adlard Coles Nautical at the
inflation on the cost of living/sailing has yet to be realised. address given on page v.
These issues together with logistic constraints have caused Perrin Towler – editor.britishisles@reedsalmanacs.co.uk
the delay or extension of many big projects across Europe. Areas 1 to 13 (UK and Ireland) and Chapters 3 (Navigation),
There are positives. The pandemic has led to a resurgence 4 (Tides), 7 (Safety) and 8 (First Aid).
in waterborne activities and a new generation of ‘family’
Mark Fishwick – editor.continental@reedsalmanacs.co.uk
sailors taking to the water. These sail in the wake of the
Areas 14 to 26 (Skagen to Gibraltar, including the Portuguese
1970s–1980s generation who popularised the pastime and
Islands) and Chapters 1 (Reference Data), 2 (Regulations), 5
opened access to many of the venues we now enjoy. Many
(Communications) and 6 (Weather).
harbours have invested in improved domestic facilities and
are well placed to welcome newcomers. The market in ‘pre- 0.3.2 Harbour Agents
loved’ yachts is strong as the fun and utility of small cruisers Our Harbour Agents provide invaluable local information
has been widely rediscovered. not always available from official sources. Vacancies are
Dover’s reopening to visitors is keenly anticipated in Autumn shown below. If you would like to earn a free copy of the
2022. The closure of this key facility ahead of the opening of Almanac every year, please apply to the relevant Editor.
the new marina has disrupted plans, but perhaps brought 0.3.3 Agents wanted
the facilities at Ramsgate into sharper focus. On the East
We are keen to recruit Agents for the following areas:
coast there are new lifting bridges in Lowestoft and Great
Yarmouth to negotiate. To the West progress in Holyhead UK: Plymouth, Dover, R Medway, The Wash, Newcastle,
is long overdue for those heading to Ireland and Scotland. Ullapool and Bristol among others.
These are the headlines, beneath which the Almanac reflects Continental: France: Dunkerque (Port Est) Morgat,
the myriad changes in navigation marks, facilities and Douarnenez, Bénodet/Port-La-Forêt, Concarneau, Lorient,
harbour regulations which occur continually. Île de Ré. Spain: Isla Canela, Isla Cristina.
Long-awaited online UK Border Force/Customs clearance
formalities using a downloadable e-C1331 form came into
0.4 CORRECTIONS AND UPDATES
operation on 1st January 2022. However, the adjustment to 0.4.1 Sources of corrections
new rules for cruising in EU waters and continuing angst This Almanac is corrected to Weekly Edition 25/2022 of
over Omicron has been reflected in the slow trickle of Admiralty Notices to Mariners. Where possible, corrections
information received from Europe during 2021/22. Many from other sources (Agents, HMs etc) received by 1 June 2022
crews opted to cruise in home waters. Hopefully, 2023 will have also been incorporated.
see confidence returning on both sides of the Channel and 0.4.2 Online updates
we look forward to receiving those welcome comments and It is important that this Almanac is kept up to date to maintain
reports of changes encountered by cruising crews! its accuracy. For free monthly updates from January to June,
The Almanac provdes information pertinent to all, but please visit: www.reedsnauticalalmanac.co.uk/update
couched to support the Coastal Skipper making decisions Tick the boxes to show which updates have been applied:
against a backdrop of changing environmental conditions
and occasional calamities. Not only do the Chapters support Jan h Feb h Mar h Apr h May h Jun h
training and planning; there is sufficient data in a single
volume to assist when plans change, the weather turns or a 0.5 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS & PERMISSIONS
tidal gate or waypoint is missed. The Editors thank the many authorities which have provided
The printed Almanac remains an essential on-board information essential to the preparation of this Almanac.
reference for leisure boating in the UK and Europe with These include the UK Hydrographic Office, HM Stationery
monthly updates available throughout winter and spring. Office and Trinity House, the Northern Lighthouse Board,
HM Nautical Almanac Office, HM Revenue and Customs,
0.2 USING THE ALMANAC the Meteorological Office, the Maritime and Coastguard
0.2.1 Numbering system Agency, the ABP, BBC, IBA, NCI, PLA and RNLI.
The nine chapters contain numbered sections. In Chapter 4, Important contributions have also been made by the
for example, sections are numbered 4.1 to 4.8. Within section
following authorities in the Republic of Ireland and
4.1 the key paragraphs are numbered 4.1.1 and 4.1.2.
continental Europe: The Commissioners of Irish Lights,
Diagrams are numbered: Fig 4(1) to Fig 4(9). Tables are Deutsche Gesellschaft zur Rettung Schiffbrüchiger (DgzRS),
similarly numbered. Koninklijke Nederlandse Redding Maatschappij (KNRM).
Each main harbour entry in Chapter 9 is shown with the
In particular we thank Harbourmasters, Marina Managers,
chapter number, the Area number and a sequential number
our Harbour Agents and numerous individual yachtsmen
within that Area. Thus Plymouth is shown as 9.1.16.
who have contributed new ideas and suggestions based on
0.2.2 Contents and Index their invaluable local knowledge. As always, Frank Singleton
Main subject headings and page numbers are listed on the has supported Reeds with information and advice about
contents page at the start of each section. A General Index weather.
and Gazetteer are at the back of the Almanac.
2
Introduction
0.5.1 Permissions • Danmarks Meteorologiske Institut, Denmark: Esbjerg.

Information from Admiralty Charts, the Admiralty Lists • SHOM, France: Cherbourg (2022-112), Dunkerque,
of Lights, Admiralty Tide Tables and the Admiralty Lists of Boulogne, Dieppe, Le Havre, St Malo, Brest, Pte de Grave;
Radio Signals is reproduced with the permission of the UK and tidal coefficients for Calais, St Malo, Brest and Pte de
Hydrographic Office (Licence No GB DQ – 001 – Adlard Coles) Grave (2022-119). Casablanca (S 03/2022).
and the Controller of HMSO.
Extracts from the International Code of Signals, 1969 and • BSH, Germany: Helgoland, Wilhelmshaven and Cuxhaven
Meteorological Office Weather Services for Shipping are (11123/2012-10).
published by permission of the Controller of HMSO. • Rijkswaterstaat, The Netherlands: Vlissingen and Hoek
Phases of the Moon and Sun/Moon rising and setting times van Holland.
are included by permission of HM Nautical Almanac Office. • Vlaamse Hydrografie, Belgium: Zeebrugge.
Tidal stream diagrams are reproduced from Admiralty charts
• Marinho Instituto Hidrográfico, Portugal: Lisboa.
and tidal stream atlases by permission of the UKHO and the
Controller of HMSO. • Instituto Hidrográfico de la Marina, Spain: La Coruña.
Tidal stream data in 9.1.5, 9.12.3 and 9.13.3 is printed by kind 0.5.2 Disclaimer
permission of the Royal Cruising Club and the Irish Cruising Neither the UK nor any other National Hydrographic Office
Club respectively. has verified the information in this product and none accepts
UK and Foreign tidal predictions and curves are supplied liability for the accuracy of reproduction or any modifications
by the UK Hydrographic Office, with the permission (and made thereafter. No National HO warrants that this product
Authorisation Numbers) of the following authorities to use satisfies national or international regulations regarding the
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Reference Data
Reference Data
Reference Data
1.1 Symbols and abbreviations 6
Admiralty chart symbols • Symbols and Abbreviations
1.2 Postal and e-mail addresses with websites 9

Listed by countries
1.3 Calendar 2023 and ephemeris 10

Public holidays • Eclipses
1.4 Conversion tables 11

Conversion factors • Feet to metres and vice versa
1.5 Time 12
Zone, UT, Standard, DST • Tide tables • Radio time signals
1.6 Vocabularies 12
English • Deutsch • Nederlands • Français • Español • Português
5
Chart symbols – Abbreviations
Fig 1(1) Admiralty chart symbols
Power transmission line 2

Church, chapel Drying contour
with pylons and safe 0
2 2 LW line, Chart Datum
Pyl Pyl overhead clearance as 5
defined by the
responsible authority 1 Blue ribbon or
Radio mast,
2
differing blue tints
television mast 0 may be shown
0
Monument (including
column, pillar,
Vertical clearance obelisk, statue)
above HAT Anchoring prohibited
2
Chimney
Submarine cable Flare stack (on land) Marine Farm
Buried pipeline Wreck, depth unknown,

Tanks
danger to navigation
Overfalls, tide rips Wreck, depth unknown,

Crane
and races no danger to navigation
3kn Flood stream Wreck, depth obtained

Mean spring rate Bird sanctuary 4 Wk
by sounding
6
3kn Ebb stream Wreck, swept by wire

Coastguard Station 46 Wk
Mean spring rate C to the depth shown
G
Designated position of Wreck showing any part

D Woods in general
tabulated tidal streams at level of chart datum
Rock which covers and

Examples: (a) fixed Withy – * (27) 37 uncovers, height above
5
(a) (b) beacon; (b) buoy starboard hand (16)

* chart datum
Limit of safety zone

around offshore Withy – port hand
+ Rock awash at level of
5
+ + chart datum
installation
Major light
+ Dangerous underwater
5
Floodlit + rock of unknown depth

+
Port hand lt bcn +(57) +(28) Dangerous underwater

20
10
Marsh
5
(PHM) + (122) rock of known depth
Virtual AIS Recommended

V-AIS Kelp
anchorage
Rescue station,
Fishing harbour Fog signal lifeboat station,
rocket station
Yacht berths,
Visitors’ berths Yacht harbour, Marina
no facilities
Fuel station Visitor’s buoy Harbourmaster's Office

(Petrol, Diesel)
Public slipway Mooring buoy Customs

Office
Water tap Laundrette Hospital
Public landing, Yacht Club,

Post Office
steps, ladder Sailing Club
6
Reference Data
1.1 SYMBOLS AND ABBREVIATIONS Bn, bcn(s) Beacon, beacon(s)

The following Symbols and Abbreviations feature in Reeds BSH German Hydrographic Office/chart(s)
Almanacs and in Admiralty charts and publications. See also Fig BST British Summer Time (= DST)
Bu Blue
1(1). Admiralty NP 5011 explains Symbols and Abbreviations on
By(s) Buoy, buoys
Reference Data
printed charts. The symbols in the tinted box immediately below
C Cape, Cabo, Cap
are frequently used within the text describing each port.
c Coarse (sand; nature of seabed)
& Alongside berth ca Cable (approx 185m long)
W Automatic telling machine (ATM), Cas Castle
cashpoint CD Chart datum (tidal)
V Bank CEVNI Code Européen de Voies de la Navigation
i Bottled gas available, Calor Gas, Intérieure (inland waterway signs etc)
Camping Gaz,or Kosangas cf Compare, cross-refer to
Ü Boatyard CG Coast Guard, HM Coastguard (in the UK)
e Boat hoist (+tons) CGOC Coast Guard Operations Centre (UK)
g Crane (+ tons) chan Channel (navigational)
F Chandlery Ch Channel (VHF)
n Customs Ch, ò Church
P Diesel (supply by hose) Chy Chimney
Ç Diesel (in cans) Co Coral (nature of seabed)
è Electrical repairs Col Column, pillar, obelisk
Y Electronic repairs CPA Closest Point of Approach
G Fresh water supply CROSS Centre Régional Opérationnel de
! Food shop/supermarket Surveillance et Sauvetage (= MRCC)
? Hospital CRS Coast Radio Station
£ In transit with, ie ldg marks/lts CRT Canal and River Trust
ú Internet café/access C/S COSPAS/SARSAT (satellite)
y Landing place/steps/ladder Cy Clay (nature of seabed)
D Laundry facilities available Dec Declination (of the Sun) abbr: December
;, ú Lifeboat, inshore lifeboat Defib Automated External Defibrillator
é Light float, minor D, dest Destroyed
μ Lt float, major; Light vessel or Lanby DF, D/F Radio Direction Finding
T Licensed bar, Public house, Inn DG De-gaussing (range)
© National Coastwatch Institution (NCI) DGPS Differential GPS
: Marine engineering repairs Dia Diaphone (fog signal)
! Mooring buoy Dir Lt Directional light
P Petrol (supply by hose) discont Discontinued
Ä Petrol (in cans) DLR Dockland Light Railway
A Post Office Dn(s) Dolphin(s)
I Pump out facility DR Dead Reckoning or Dries (secondary tides)
Q Restaurant/café DSC Digital Selective Calling
d Rigger DST Daylight Saving Time
à Sailmaker DW Deep Water (route)
ä Shipwright (esp wooden hulls) DYC Dutch Yacht Chart(s)
j Shower DZ Danger Zone (buoy)
é Shore power (electrical) E East
= Slipway ECM East cardinal mark (buoy/beacon)
® Visitors’ berths ED Existence doubtful. European Datum
© Visitors’ mooring EEA European Economic Area
† Wind turbine Elev Elevation
À Weather forecast available Ent Entrance, entry, enter
> Yacht Club/(YC), Sailing Club(SC) EP, ü Estimated position
abm Abeam ETA Estimated Time of Arrival
ABP Associated British Ports ETD Estimated Time of Departure
ACA Admiralty Chart (AC) Agent F Fixed light
ACN Adlard Coles Nautical (Publisher) f Fine (eg sand; nature of seabed)
Aff Mar Affaires Maritimes F&A Fore and aft (berth/mooring)
AIS Automatic Identification System FFL Fixed and Flashing light
aka Also known as Fl Flashing light
ALL Admiralty List of Lights FM Frequency Modulation
ALRS Admiralty List of Radio Signals Foc Free of charge
Al Alternating light Fog Det lt Fog Detector light
ANWB Association of road & waterway users (Dutch) Freq, Fx Frequency
ATT Admiralty Tide Tables FS Flagstaff, Flagpole
ATT Atterisage (landfall/SWM) buoy ft Foot, feet
Auto Météo Répondeur Automatique Ft, Fort
B Bay, Black FV Fishing vessel
BE Belgian chart G Gravel (nature of seabed), Green
Bk Broken (nature of seabed) GC Great Circle
Bkwtr Breakwater GDOP Geometric Dilution of Precision (GPS)
BMS Bulletin Météorologique Spécial GHA Greenwich Hour Angle
(Strong wind/Gale warning) GLA General Lighthouse Authority
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Abbreviations – Useful addresses
GMDSS Global Maritime Distress & Safety System MMSI Maritime Mobile Service Identity
grt Gross Registered Tonnage Mo Morse
Gy Grey Mon Monument. Abbrev: Monday
H, h, Hrs Hour(s) MRCC Maritime Rescue Co-ordination Centre
H–, H+ Minutes before, after the whole hour MRSC Maritime Rescue Sub-Centre (not in the UK)
H24 Continuous MSI Maritime Safety Information
Hd,hd Headland, head (breakwater/mole) N North
HAT Highest Astronomical Tide Navi Navicarte (French charts)
HF High Frequency NB Nota Bene. Notice Board
HFP High Focal Plane (buoy) NCM North Cardinal Mark (buoy/beacon)
HIE Highlands & Islands Enterprise ND No Data (secondary tides)
HJ Day service only, sunrise to sunset NGS Naval Gunfire Support (buoy)
HM Harbour Master NM, NtM Notice(s) to Mariners
HMRC HM Revenue & Customs NMOC National Maritime Operations Centre (HMCG)
HMSO Her Majesty’s Stationery Office np Neap tides
HN Night service only, sunset to sunrise NP Naval Publication (plus number)
HO Office hours, Hydrographic Office NRT Net registered tonnage
(hor) Horizontally disposed (lights) NT National Trust (land/property)
hPa Hectopascal (= 1millibar) Obscd Obscured
HT High Tension (overhead electricity line) Obstn Obstruction
HW High Water Oc Occulting light
HX No fixed hours ODAS Ocean Data Acquisition System (buoy)
IALA International Association of Marine Aids to Or Orange (see also Y)
Navigation and Lighthouse Authorities OT Other times
iaw In accordance with P Pebbles
IDM Isolated Danger Mark (buoy/beacon) (P) Preliminary (NM)
IHO International Hydrographic Organisation PA Position approximate
IMO International Maritime Organisation Pax Passenger(s)
INMARSAT International Maritime Satellite Organisation PC Portuguese chart
intens Intensified (light sector) PD Position doubtful
IPTS International Port Traffic Signals PHM Port-hand Mark (buoy/beacon)
IQ Interrupted quick flashing light PLA Port of London Authority
IRPCS International Regulations for the Pos Position
Prevention of Collisions at Sea Prog Prognosis (weather charts)
Is, I Island, Islet prom Prominent
ISAF International Sailing Federation PSSA Particularly Sensitive Sea Area
Iso Isophase light Pt(e) Point(e)
ITU International Telecommunications Union Pta Punta (point)
ITZ Inshore Traffic Zone (TSS) Q Quick flashing light
IUQ Interrupted ultra quick flashing light QHM Queen’s Harbour Master
IVQ Interrupted very quick flashing light qv Refer to (quod vide)
Km,km Kilometre R Red. River.
kn Knot(s) Racon Radar transponder beacon
kW Kilowatts Ramark Radar beacon
RCD Recreational Craft Directive
L Lake, Loch, Lough RG Emergency RDF station
Lat Latitude RH Right hand
LAT Lowest Astronomical Tide Rk, Rky Rock, Rocky (nature of seabed)
Lanby, μ Large automatic navigational buoy RNLI Royal National Lifeboat Institution
Ldg Leading (light) ROI Republic of Ireland
LF Low frequency R/T Radiotelephony
L Fl Long flash Ru Ruins
LH Left hand RYA Royal Yachting Association
LNG Liquefied Natural Gas
S South. Sand (nature of seabed)
LNTM Local Notice To Mariners
S, St, Ste Saint(s)
LOA Length overall
SAMU Service d’Aide Médicale Urgente (ambulance)
Long, lng Longitude
SAR Search and Rescue
LPG Liquefied Petroleum Gas
SBM Single buoy mooring
LT Local time
SC Sailing Club. Spanish chart
Lt(s), £ ¢ Light(s)
SCM South Cardinal Mark (buoy/beacon)
M Moorings. Nautical (sea) mile(s). Mud SD Sailing Directions,Semi-diameter (of sun)
m Metre(s) Sounding of doubtful depth
Mag Magnetic. Magnitude (of star) sf Stiff (nature of seabed)
Mb, mb Millibar (= 1 hectopascal, hPa) Sh Shells (nature of seabed). Shoal
MCA Maritime and Coastguard Agency SHM Starboard-hand Mark (buoy/beacon);
Met,Météo Meteorology/Météorologie (weather) Simplified Harmonic Method (tides)
MHWN Mean High Water Neaps SHOM Service Hydrographique et Océanographique
MHWS Mean High Water Springs de la Marine (FrenchHO/Chart)
MHz Megahertz Si Silt (nature of seabed)
ML Mean Level (tidal) SIGNI Signalisation de la Navigation Intérieure
MLWN Mean Low Water Neaps SMS Short Message Service (mobile texting)
MLWS Mean Low Water Springs so Soft (eg mud; nature of seabed)
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Reference Data
SOLAS Safety of Life at Sea (IMO Convention) UQ Ultra Quick flashing light
Sp Spire UT Universal Time (= approx GMT)
sp Spring tides Var Variation (magnetic)
SPM Special Mark (buoy/beacon) (vert) Vertically disposed (lights)
SR Sunrise Vi Violet
Reference Data
SRR Search and Rescue Region vis Visibility, visible
SS Sunset. Signal Station VLCC Very large crude carrier (Oil tanker)
SSB Single Sideband (radio) VNF Voie Navigable de France (canals)
St Stones (nature of seabed) VQ Very Quick flashing light
Stbd Starboard VTS Vessel Traffic Service
subm Submerged W West. White
SWM Safe Water Mark (buoy/beacon) WCM West Cardinal Mark (buoy/beacon)
sy Sticky (eg mud; nature of seabed) Wd Weed (nature of seabed)
(T), (Temp) Temporary wef With effect from
tbc To be confirmed WGS World Geodetic System (GPS datum)
tbn To be notified wi-fi Wireless Fidelity (internet access)
TD Temporarily Discontinued (fog signal) WIG Wing in ground effect (craft)
TE Temporarily Extinguished (light) WIP Work in progress
tfn Till further notice Wk, å † Wreck (see also Fig 1(1))
Tr, twr Tower WMO World Meteorological Organisation
T/R Traffic Report (route notification) WPT, ó Waypoint
TSS Traffic Separation Scheme WZ Code for UK coastal navigation warning
uncov Uncovers Y Yellow, Amber, Orange
1.2 POSTAL AND E-MAIL ADDRESSES WITH WEBSITES

Alderney Visitor Information Centre Meteorological Office
51 Victoria Street, St Anne, Alderney GY9 3TA. n 01481 FitzRoy Road, Exeter EX1 3PB. n 0370 900 0100. m 0370 900
823737. www.visitalderney.com 5050, n +44 1392 885680. m +44 1392 885681 from abroad.
BBC Radio www.metoffice.gov.uk enquiries@metoffice.gov.uk
Broadcasting House, London W1A 1AA. n 020 7580 4468. National Coastwatch Institution (NCI)
www.bbc.co.uk 17 Dean St, Liskeard, Cornwall PL14 4AB.
Canal and River Trust n 0300 111 1202. admin@nci.org.uk
National Waterways Museum, Ellesmere Port, South Northern Lighthouse Board
Pier Road, Cheshire CH65 4FW n 0303 040 4040. www. 84 George St, Edinburgh EH2 3DA. n 0131 473 3100.
canalrivertrust.org.gov customer.services@canalrivertrust. m 0131 220 2093. www.nlb.org.uk enquiries@nlb.org.uk
org.gov
Registry of Shipping and Seamen/Small Ships Register
Cruising Association (CA) Anchor Court, Keen Road,Cardiff CF24 5JW; n 029 2044
CA House, 1 Northey St, Limehouse Basin, London E14 8BT. 8800; www.ukshipregister.co.uk rss@mcga.gov.uk
n 020 7537 2828. m 020 7537 2266 www.theca.org.uk Part I (Pleasure vessels) n 02920 448 866.part1_registry@
office@theca.org.uk mcga.gov.uk SSR n 029 2044 8813.ssr_registry@mcga.gov.uk
ECMWF (European Centre for Medium-range Weather Royal Institute of Navigation (RIN)
Forecasts) The Director-General, Shinfield Park, Reading RG2 1 Kensington Gore, London SW7 2AT. n 020 7591 3134.
9AX, UK. n 0118 949 9000. www.ecmwf.int DG@ecmwf.int m 020 3154 2122. www.rin.org.uk admin@rin.org.uk
Guernsey Tourist Information Centre Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI)
N.Esplanade, St Peter Port, Guernsey GY1 2LQ. n 01481 West Quay Road, Poole, Dorset BH15 1HZ. n 0300 300 9990.
223552. www.visitguernsey.com enquiries@visitguernsey.com www.rnli.org supporter_care@rnli.org.uk
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) Royal Yachting Association (RYA)
Helpline n 0870 042 0477; www.hmrc.gov.uk RYA House, Ensign Way, Hamble, SO31 4YA.n 023 8060
Hydrographic Office, The United Kingdom 4100www.rya.org.uk enquiries@rya.org.uk
Admiralty Way, Taunton, Somerset TA1 2DN. n 01823 Royal Yachting Association (Scotland)
484444. www.ukho.gov.uk customerservices@ukho.gov.uk Caledonia House, 1 Redheughs Rigg, South Gyle, Edinburgh
International Maritime Organisation (IMO) EH12 9DQ.n 0131 317 7388. m 0844 556 9549. www.rya.org.
4 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7SR. n 020 7735 7611. uk/scotland admin@ryascotland.org.uk
m 020 7587 3210. www.imo.org info@imo.org
Sark Visitor Centre
Jersey Tourist Information Centre The Avenue, Sark, GY10 1SA. n,01481 832345.www.sark.
Liberation Station, St Helier, Jersey JE2 3AS. n 01534 co.uk office@sark.co.uk
859000. www.jersey.com info@jersey.com
Scottish Canals
Lloyd’s Canal House, Applecross St, Glasgow G4 9SP. n 0141 332 6936.
One Lime Street, London EC3M 7HA. n 020 73271000; www.scottishcanals.co.uk enquiries@scottishcanals.co.uk
m 020 7327 1000. www.lloyds.com enquiries@lloyds.com
Trinity House, Corporation of
Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) Tower Hill, London EC3N 4DH. n 020 7481 6900.
First Floor, Spring Place, 105 Commercial Road, Southampton www.trinityhouse.co.uk enquiries@ trinityhouse.co.uk
SO15 2JU. n 023 8039 5500. m 023 8039 5500. www.maib.
gov.uk maib@dft.gsi.gov.uk BELGIUM
Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) Belgian Tourist Information
Spring Place, 105 Commercial Rd, Southampton SO15 1EG. Unit 6, Cumbrian House, 217 Marsh Wall, London E14 9FJ.
n 023 3817 2000; m 023 8032 9105. www.mcga.gov. n 0207 537 1132 www.belgiumtheplaceto.be
uk infoline@mcga.gov.uk info@belgiumtheplace to.be
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Useful addresses – Conversion tables
British Embassy (Consular Services) Irish Coast Guard (IRCG)

Avenue d’Auderghem 10, 1040 Brussels. n +32 2287 6211 Department of Transport, Leeson Lane, Dublin 1, ROI.
consularsection.brussels@fco.gov.uk n +353 1 662 0922 www.dttas.ie/maritime/english/irish-coast-
Vlaamse Hydrografie guard-ircg sosirishcoastguardgmail.com
Administratief Centrum, Vrijhavenstraat 3, B-8400 Oostende. Irish Lights, Commissioners of
n +32 59 554 211. m +32 59 507 037 Harbour Road, Dun Laoghaire, Co Dublin, RoI. n +353 1
www.vlaamsehydrografie.be kust@vlaanderen.be. 2715400; m +353 1 2715564. www.web@irishlights.ie info@
DENMARK irishlightsl.ie
British Embassy Irish Tourist Board
Kastelsvej 36-40, DK-2100 København Ø. Nations House,103 Wigmore St, London W1U 1QS. n 020 751
n +45 35 44 52 00. Consular. copenhagen@fco.gov.uk 80800. www.ireland.com
Danish Hydrographic Office MOROCCO
Kort-og Matrikelstyrelsen, Rentemestervej 8, DK-2400 British Embassy
København. n +45 7254 5000. www.kms.dk gstsfo@gst.dk 28 Avenue S.A.R. Sidi Mohammed, Rabat 10105 (BP 45), n
Søfartsstyrelsen (Danish Maritime Authority) +212 537 633 333 rabat.consular@fco.gov.uk
Søsportens Sikkerhedsråd (Safety for yachts) www.ukinmorocco.fco.gov.uk
Carl Jacobsens Veg 31, DK-2500 Valby. n +45 72 19 60 00. Moroccan National Tourist Office
m +45 72 19 60 01 www.dma.dk sfs@dma.dk Angle Rue Oued Al Makhazine, Rue Zalaga-BP., 19-Agdal,
FRANCE Rabat n +212 537 27 83 00 www.visitmorocco.com
British Embassy (Consular Services) contact@onmt.org.ma
16 rue d’Anjou, 75008 Paris. NETHERLANDS
n +33 1 44 51 31 00. m +33 1 44 51 31 27. British Embassy (Consular Services)
Service Hydrographique et Océanographique de la Marine Koningslaan 44, 1075 AE Amsterdam.n +31 20 676 4343.
13 rue du Chatellier, CS 92803, 29228 Brest Cedex 2. www.ukinnl.fco.gov.uk ukinnl@fco.gov.uk
n +33 2 56 31 23 12. m +33 2 98 22 08 99. www.shom.fr
Dienst der Hydrografie
bps@shom.fr
R.N. Hydrographic Service, PO Box 10000, 1780, CA Den
Société Nationale de Sauvetage en Mer (SNSM) Helder. n +31 70 316 2800. m +31 70 316 2843. www.hydro.
31, cité d’Antin, 75009 Paris. nl info@hydro.nl
n +33 1 56 02 64 64. m +33 1 56 89 30 01. www.snsm.org
Stichting Classificatie Waterrecreatiebedrijven
GERMANY PO Box 93345, 2509 AH Den Haag. n +31 70 328 3807.
British Embassy (Consular Services)
Wilhelmstrasse 70/71, 10117 Berlin. n +49 30 2045 7-0. PORTUGAL
m +49 30 204 570. www.ukingermany.fco.gov.uk British Embassy (Consular Services)
ukingermany@fco.gov.uk Rua de São Bernardo 33, 1249-082 Lisboa. n +351 21 392
4000 m +351 21 392 4184. www.ukinportugal.fco.gov.uk
Bundesamt für Seeschiffahrt und Hydrographie (BSH).
portugal.consulate@fco.gov.uk
(German HO) Bernhard-Nocht-Str 78, 20359 Hamburg.
n +49 40 31900. m +49 40 3190 50 00. www.bsh.de Hydrographic Office
posteingang@bsh.de Instituto Hidrografico, Rua das Trinas 49, 1249-093 Lisboa.
Deutscher Gesellschaft zur Rettung Schiffbrüchiger (DGzRS = n +351 2109 43000. m +351 21 3914 199. www.hidrografico.
Rescue service). PO Box 10 63 40, 28063 Bremen. pt mail@hidrografico.pt
n +49 421 53707-0. m +49 421 53707-690. www.dgzrs.de SPAIN
info@seenotretter.de British Embassy (Consular Services)
German National Tourist Board Torre Espacio, Paseo de la Castellana 259D, 28046 Madrid.
Beethovenstrasse 69, D-60325 Frankfurt/Main. n +34 917 146 300 or from inside Spain: 902 109 356. m +34
n +49 0 6997 4640. m +49 0 6975 1903. www.germany- 917 146 301 info.consulate@fco.gov.uk
tourism.de info@d-z-t.com Instituto Hidrografico de la Marina
REPUBLIC OF IRELAND Plaza de San Severiano No 3, 11007 Cadiz. n +34 956 54 52
British Embassy 05. www.armada.mde.es/ihm ihmesp@fn.mde.es
29 Merrion Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4. n +353 1 205 3700. m Spanish Tourist Office
+353 1 205 3885 www.britishembassy.ie 6th floor, 64 North Row, London W1K 7DE. n 020 7317 2011.
consular.dubli@fco.gov.uk www.spain.info/en_GB info.londres@tourspain.es
1.3 2023 CALENDAR AND EPHEMERIS Aug 28 (Summer, England, Wales, N.Ireland)
1.3.1 UK public holidays 2023 Dec 25 (Christmas Day)
Dec 26 (Boxing Day)
Jan 1 (Sun) 2, New Year England, Wales, N Ireland Note: Clauses in the Banking and Financial Dealings Act
Jan 1 (Sun) 2, 3, New Year Scotland allow Government to alter dates at short notice. If a holiday
March 17 (St Patrick, N Ireland only) occurs on a weekend italics indicate alternative date.
April 7 (Good Friday)
April 10 (Easter Monday, except Scotland) 1.3.2 Eclipses visible from British Isles & Europe 2023
May 1 (Early Spring)
Penumbral eclipse of the Moon May 5, most of Europe. Partial
May 29 (Spring)
eclipse of the Moon October 28, British Isles and western
July 12 (Battle of the Boyne, N Ireland only) Europe, umbral eclipse from 1934 to 2054. Maximum eclipse
Aug 7 (Summer, Scotland only)
2014, when 0·13 of the Moons diameter obscured.
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Reference Data
1.4 CONVERSION TABLES

1.4.1 Conversion factors
To convert Multiply by To convert Multiply by
Reference Data
Area
sq in to sq mm 645·16 sq mm to sq in 0·00155
sq ft to sq m 0·0929 sq m to sq ft 10·76
Length (See 1.4.2 for feet to metres, and vice versa)
in to mm 25·4 mm to in 0·0394
yds to m 0·914 m to yds 1·094
fathoms to m 1·8288 m to fathoms 0·5468
nautical miles (M) to kilometres 1·852 kilometres to nautical miles 0·539957
nautical miles to statute miles 1·1515 statute miles to nautical miles 0·8684
(1 cable equals 0·1 M, approx 185m)
Velocity (See also 6.1.1 for Beaufort scale)
ft/sec to m/sec 0·3048 m/sec to ft/sec 3·281
ft/sec to miles/hr 0·682 miles/hr to ft/sec 1·467
ft/sec to knots 0·592 knots to ft/sec 1·689
ft/min to m/sec 0·0051 m/sec to ft/min 196·8
knots to miles/hr 1·1515 miles/hr to knots 0·868
knots to km/hr 1·852 km/hr to knots 0·54
knots to m/sec 0·5144 m/sec to knots 1·944
Mass
oz to grams 28·35 grams to oz 0·0353
lb to kg 0·4536 kg to lb 2·205
tons to tonnes (1000 kg) 1·016 tonnes to tons (2240 lb) 0·9842
Pressure
inches of mercury to millibars 33·86 millibars to inches of mercury 0·0295
lb/sq in to kg/sq cm 0·0703 kg/sq cm to lb/sq in 14·22
lb/sq in to atmospheres 0·068 atmospheres to lb/sq in 14·7
Volume
cu in to cu cm (cc or ml) 16·387 cu cm (cc or ml) to cu in 0·061
cu ft to cu metres 0·0283 cu metres to cu ft 35·31
cu ft to galls 6·25 galls to cu ft 0·16
cu ft to litres 28·33 litres to cu ft 0·035
Capacity
pints to litres 0·568 litres to pints 1·76
Imp galls to litres 4·546 litres to Imp galls 0·22
Imp galls to US galls 1·2 US galls to Imp galls 0·833
Torque
lbf ft to Nm 1·3558 Nm to lbf ft 0·7376
kgf m to Nm 9·8066 Nm to kgf m 0·102
lbf ft to kgf m 0·1383 kgf m to lbf ft 7·233
1.4.2 Feet to metres, metres to feet to convert feet into metres, eg, five lines down: 5 metres =
Explanation: The central columns of figures in bold type can be 16·40 feet, or 5 feet = 1·52 metres. Alternatively multiply feet
referred to the left to convert metres into feet, or to the right by 0·3048 for metres, or multiply metres by 3·2808 for feet.
Feet Metres Feet Metres Feet Metres Feet Metres
3·28 1 0·30 45·93 14 4·27 88·58 27 8·23 131·23 40 12·19
6·56 2 0·61 49·21 15 4·57 91·86 28 8·53 134·51 41 12·50
9·84 3 0·91 52·49 16 4·88 95·14 29 8·84 137·80 42 12·80
13·12 4 1·22 55·77 17 5·18 98·43 30 9·14 141·08 43 13·11
16·40 5 1·52 59·06 18 5·49 101·71 31 9·45 144·36 44 13·41
19·69 6 1·83 62·34 19 5·79 104·99 32 9·75 147·64 45 13·72
22·97 7 2·13 65·62 20 6·10 108·27 33 10·06 150·92 46 14·02
26·25 8 2·44 68·90 21 6·40 111·55 34 10·36 154·20 47 14·33
29·53 9 2·74 72·18 22 6·71 114·83 35 10·67 157·48 48 14·63
32·81 10 3·05 75·46 23 7·01 118·11 36 10·97 160·76 49 14·94
36·09 11 3·35 78·74 24 7·32 121·39 37 11·28 164·04 50 15·24
39·37 12 3·66 82·02 25 7·62 124·67 38 11·58 167·32 51 15·54
42·65 13 3·96 85·30 26 7·92 127·95 39 11·89 170·60 52 15·84
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Time – Vocabularies
1.5 ZONE TIME RADIO TIME SIGNALS

For timekeeping purposes the world is divided into 24 1.5.5 BBC Radio time signals in the UK are broadcast
Time Zones, each 15° of Longitude wide (like orange in clock time (ie, BST during the summer; UT in the winter).
segments). Zone 0 (7½°E to 7½°W) straddles 0° longitude
(the Greenwich Meridian). In the marine world zones E of it BBC Radio 1 BBC Radio 2 BBC Radio 3
(ahead in time, or earlier) are labelled Zone –1, –2 and so on Mainland 97·6–99·8 MHz 88–90·2 MHz 90·2–92·4 MHz
to –11. Zones to the W (later in time) are +1, +2 etc to +11. Channel Is 97·1 MHz 89·6 MHz 91·1 MHz
Caution: land-based time-zone charts often refer to zones the Mon-Thu 0630, 0900, 0700, 0800, 0700, 0800
other way around – be careful which one you are using. 1000 1700
Fri 0630, 0900 0700, 0800, 0700, 0800
1.5.1 Universal Time (UT) is a datum to which broadcast
1000, 1900 1700
times, times of sunrise/set, scientific data etc are referred.
UT is also the name of the Standard Time (see below) usually Sat No info 0700, 0800 0700, 0800
kept in countries wholly or partly within Zone 0. Sun No info 0800, 0900 0700
1.5.2 Standard Time, also called legal time, is that kept in BBC Radio 4 time signals are broadcast on AM (long wave)
different countries but is modified by Daylight Saving Time 198 kHz every hour of every day except 0000 and Mon-Fri:
in the summer (see 1.5.3). 1800, 2200; Sat: 1500, 1800; Sun: 1000, 1100, 1800, 2200. See
For all practical purposes, Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is 6.10.1 for AM (medium wave) and FM frequencies.
the same as UT.
22½°W 7½°W 7½°E 22½°E
1.5.6 The BBC World Service provides time signals on the
UT–1 following frequencies (kHz) at the times shown below:
Standard
Time A: 198 B: 648 C: 1296 D: 3955
UT+1 UT–2 E: 6195 F: 7150 G: 7230 H: 7325
UT UT
I: 9410 J: 9750 K: 9760 L: 9915
UT M: 12095 N: 15070 O: 15340 P: 17640
UT–1
UT–1 Q: 17705
UT–2 Time A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q
UT–1
UT–2
0000 e e e e e e
0200 e e e e e e e e
0300 e e e e e e e e e
UT+1 UT
0400 e e e e e e
UT–1
0500 e e e e e e
Azores
ZONE+2 ZONE+1 ZONE 0 ZONE–1 ZONE–2
Fig 1(2) Zone Time and Standard Times for Europe 0900 e e e e e e e e e
UT is the Standard Time in the UK, including the Channel
Islands and Northern Ireland (Zone 0); also the Irish
Republic, Portugal and Morocco (Zone 1/2) and Madeira
(Zone 2).
1600 e e e e e e e
UT –1 is the Standard Time in Denmark and Germany 1700 e e e e e
(Zone –1); also The Netherlands, Belgium, France, Spain 1800 e e e e
and Gibraltar (Zone 0). Subtract 1 hour from the local 1900 e e e e e
Standard Time to give UT, or add 1 hour to UT to give 2000 e e e e e e
Standard Time in these places. 2200 e e e e e e e e e
UT +1 is the Standard Time in the Azores (Zone +2). Add
1 hour to the local Standard Time to give UT, or subtract 1
1.5.7 Worldwide time signals
hour from UT to give Standard Time in these places.
Anthorn (54°54’N 03°16’W), UK (MSF) broadcasts UT signals
See also Special Notes for each country in Chapter 9. continuously on 60 kHz. This station can be received widely
in N and W Europe.
1.5.3 Daylight Saving Time (DST), or BST in the UK, is
an artificial adjustment of 1 hour ahead of Standard Time Fort Collins, Colorado (WWV) and Kekaha, Hawaii (WWVH)
made during the summer months in most European and broadcast UT signals continuously on frequencies 2·5, 5, 10,
many other countries. 15 and 20 (not Kekaha) MHz. The station is identified by voice
In EU countries DST is kept from the last Sunday in March (English) at every H and H+30. The hour is signalled by a 1500
until the last Sunday in October. Hz tone and minutes and seconds by 1200 Hz tones. WWV
also broadcasts Atlantic weather in two parts at H+08 and
1.5.4 Tide Tables Tidal predictions are referred to the H+09 and weather in the Eastern N. Pacific at H+10.
Standard Time kept by the port, which is shown to the top
left of its tide tables, along with instructions for converting 1.6 VOCABULARIES
the predicted times to UT; or to local summer time. English, German, Dutch, French, Spanish and Portuguese
In the summer months (no tinted background) add 1 hour vocabularies of useful words are listed, for easy reference,
to the printed times to convert to local DST. under broad subject headings on the following pages.
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English Deutsch Nederlands Français Español Português
ON ARRIVAL BEI ANKUNFT BIJ AANKOMST À L’ARRIVÉE AL LLEGAR CHEGADA
Beam Schiffsbreite Breedte Largeur Manga Boca
Certificate of competence Befähigungszeugnis Getuigschrift Permis bateau Titulo Certificado de competência
Crew list Besatzungsliste Bemanningslijst Liste d’équipage Lista de tripulación Lista da tripulação
Customs Zoll Douane Douanes Aduana Alfândega
Draught Tiefgang Diepgang Tirant d’eau Calado Calado
Insurance certificate Versicherungspolice Verzekeringsbewijs Attestation d’assurance Certificado de seguro Certificado de seguro
Length over all (LOA) Länge über Alles (LüA) Lengte over alles (LOA) Longeur hors-tout Eslora total Comprimento fora a fora
Passport Reisepaß Paspoort Passeport Pasaporte Passaporte
Port of registry Heimathafen Thuishaven Quartier maritime Puerto de matricula Porto de registo
Port police Polizei Haven politie Police du port Policia de puerto Policia maritima
Pratique Freie Verkehrserlaubnis Inklaren Libre-pratique Libre prática Livre prática
Registration certificate Registierungszertifikat Zeebrief Acte de francisation Certificado de Registro Certificado de Registro
Ship’s logbook Logbuch Logboek Livre de bord Cuaderno de bitácora Diário de bordo
Ship’s papers Schiffspapiere Scheepspapieren Papiers de bord Documentación del barco Documentação do barco
Surveyor Gutachter Opzichter, expert Expert maritime Inspector Inspector
VAT certificate Mehrwertsteuerbescheinigung BTW-dokument Attestation de TVA Certificado IVA Certificado de IVA
ASHORE AN LAND AAN LAND À TERRE A TIERRA A TERRA
Airport Flughafen Vliegveld Aéroport Aeropuerto Aeroporto
Bakery Bäckerei Bakkerij Boulangerie, patisserie Panaderia Padaria, Pastelaria
Bank Bank Bank Banque Banco Banco
Bus station Busbahnhof Busstation Gare routière Estación de autobuses Estação do autocarro
Butcher Fleischerei Slagerij Boucherie Carniceria Talho
Chandlery Yachtausrüster Scheepswinkel Shipchandler Efectos navales Aprestos
Chemist Apotheke Apotheek Pharmacie Farmacia Farmácia
Dentist Zahnarzt Tandarts Dentiste Dentista Dentista
Engineer Motorenservice Monteur Mécanicien Mecánico Engenheiro
Exchange (money) Wechselstelle Geldwisselkantoor Bureau de change Cambio Cambio
Garage Autowerkstatt Garage Garage Garage Oficina mecânica
Hospital Krankenhaus Ziekenhuis Hôpital Hospital Hospital
Ironmongery Eisenwarenhandlung IJzerhandelaar Quincaillerie Quincalleria Loja de ferragens
Launderette Waschsalon Wasserette Laverie Lavanderia Lavanderia
Market Markt Markt Marché Mercado Mercado
Post office Postamt Postkantoor Bureau de poste, PTT Correos Correio, CTT
Railway station Bahnhof Station Gare de chemin de fer Estación de ferrocanil Estação de comboios
Sailmaker Segelmacher Zeilmaker Voilier Velero, veleria Veleiro
Shops Geschäfte Winkels Boutiques Tiendas Lojas
Stamps, postal Briefmarken Postzegels Timbres Sellos Selos
Supermarket Supermarkt Supermarkt Supermarché Supermercado Supermercado
HARBOUR HAFEN HAVEN PORT PUERTO PORTO
Anchoring, anchorage Ankern, Ankerplatz Ankeren, ankerplaats Mouiller l’ancre Fondeadero Fundeadouro
Boathoist Bootskran Botenlift Travelift Travelift Portico elevador
Boatyard Bootswerft Jachtwerf Chantier naval Astilleros Estaleiro naval
Breakwater, mole Außenmole Pier Brise-lame Escollera Quebra-mar, molhe
Reference Data
Bridge, pedestrian Fußgängerbrücke Loopbrug Passerelle Pasarela Ponte para peões

Bridge, swing Drehbrücke Draaibrug Pont tournant Puente giratorio Ponte giratória
Cable (electrical) Kabel Kabel Câble Cable Cabo (electrico)
Commercial port Handelshafen Commerciële haven Port de commerce Puerto comercial Porto comercial
Crane Kran Kraan Grue Grua Grua
Drying port Trockenfallender Hafen Droogvallende haven Port d’échouage Puerto seco Porto secar
Dues, berthing tariff Hafengebühren Havengeld Tarifs portuaire derechos de puerto Taxas
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Ferry Fähre Veerboot Ferry, bac, transbordeur Ferry ferry
Fishing harbour Fischereihafen Vissershaven Port de pêche Puerto de pesca Porto de pesca
Reference Data
Fuel berth Tankstelle Bunkerplaats Ponton à carburants Surtidor Estacão para combustível
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Harbour entrance Hafeneinfahrt Haveningang Entrée du port Entrada de puerto Entrada
Harbour guide Hafenhandbuch Haven gids Guide du port Guia del puerto Guia de Porto
Harbour master Hafenmeister Havenmeester Capitaine du port Capitán del puerto Capitão maritímo
Height, headroom Höhe Hoogte Hauteur Alturas Altura
Jetty Steg Steiger Jetée Malecón Cais
Landing place Anlegeplatz Plaats om aan land te gaan Débarcadère Desembarcadero Desembarcadouro
Lock Schleuse Sluis Ecluse Esclusa Eclusa
Marina, yacht harbour, Yachthafen Jachthaven Port de plaisance Puerto deportivo Doca de recreio
Mast crane Mastenkran Mastenkraan Grue Grúa Guindaste (mastro
Mooring (buoy) Anlegen Meerplaats Coffre d’amarrage Fondeadero Bólia de atracação
Permitted Erlaubt Toegestaan Autorisé Permitido Autorizado
Pier Pier, Mole Pier Appontement/quai Muelle Molhe
Prohibited Verboten Verboden Interdit Prohibido Proibído
Slip, slipway Slip, Slipbahn Helling Cale Varadero Rampa
Water, fresh Süßwasser Zoet water Eau douce Agua dulce Água doce
Vocabularies
Yacht club Yachtclub Jachtclub Club nautique Club náutico Clube nautico
NAVIGATION NAVIGATION NAVIGATIE NAVIGATION NAVIGACION NAVEGAÇÃO
Abeam Querab Dwarsscheeps Par le travers Por el través Por de través
Ahead Voraus Voor Par l‘avant Avante À proa
Astern Achteraus Achter Par l‘arrière Atrás À popa
Buoy Tonne Boei/ton Bouée Boya Bóia
Binoculars Fernglas Verrekijker Jumelles Prismáticos Binóculos
Channel (navigational) Kanal Kanaal/geul Chenal Canal Canal
Chart Seekarte Zeekaart Carte Carta náutica Carta hidrográfica
Compass Kompaß Kompas Compas Compás Agulha
Bearing Peilung Peiling Relèvement Marcación Azimute
Compass course Kompaßkurs Kompaskoers Cap du compas Rumbo de aguja Rumo do agulha
Course True Wahrer Kurs Ware Koers Cap vrai Rumbo verdadero Rumo verdadeiro
Deviation Ablenkung Deviatie Déviation Desvio Desvios
East Ost Oost Est Este Este
Handbearing compass Handpeilkompass Handpeil kompas Compas de relèvement Compás de marcaciones Agulha portátil
North Nord Noord Nord Norte Norte
South Süd Zuid Sud Sur Sul
Variation Missweisung Variatie Déclinaison magnétique Variación Varíação
West West West Ouest Oeste Oeste
Current Strömung Stroom Courant Corriente Corrente
Dead reckoning Koppelnavigation Gegist bestek Navigation à l’estime Estima Navegação estimada
Degree Grad Graad Degré Grado Grau
Depth Wassertiefe Diepte Profondeur Profundidad Profundidade
Distance Entfernung Afstand, verheid Distance Distancia Distância
Downstream Flußabwärts Stroomafwaarts En aval Río abajo Jusante
Dredged (channel) Baggerrinne Gebaggerd (geul) Dragué Dragado Dragado
Echosounder Echolot Dieptemeter Sondeur Sonda Sondador acústica
Estimated position Geschätzte Position Gegiste positie Point estimé Posición estimada Posição estimada
Firing range Schießgebiet Schietoefeningen Zone de tir Zona de tiro Zone de tiro
Hazard Gefahr Gevaar Danger Peligro Perigo
Latitude Geographische Breite Breedte Latitude Latitud Latitude
Leeway Abdrift Drift Dérive Sotavento Abatimento
Lights list Leuchtfeuerverzeichnis Lichtenlijst Liste des feux Libro de faros Lista de faróis
Leading lights Richtfeuer Geleidelichten Feux d’alignement Luz de enfilación Farol de enfiamento
Lighthouse Leuchtturm Vuurtoren Phare Faro Farol
Lightship Feuerschiff Lichtschip Bâteau-feu Buque faro Barco-farol
Log Log Log Loch Corredera Odómetro
Longitude Geographische Länge Lengte Longitude Longitud Longitude
Nautical mile Seemeile Zeemijl Mille nautique Milla marina Milha marítima
Numbers Nummern Nummers Nombres Numeros Números
One Ein Een Un Uno Um/uma
Two Zwei Twee Deux Dos Dois/duas
Three Drei Drie Trois Tres Três
Four Vier Vier Quatre Cuatro Quatro
Five Fünf Vijf Cinq Cinco Cinco
Six Sechs Zes Six Seis Seis
Seven Sieben Zeven Sept Siete Sete
Eight Acht Acht Huit Ocho Oito
Nine Neun Negen Neuf Nueve Nove
Ten Zehn Tien Dix Diez Dez
Pilot (guide) Lotse Loods, Gids Pilote Práctico Roteiro da costa, Pilôto
Port (side) Backbord Bakboord Bâbord Babor Bombordo
Prohibited area Sperrgebiet Verboden gebied Zone interdite Zona de prohibida Zonaproibida
River mouth Flußmündung Riviermond Embouchure Desembocadura Foz
Starboard Steuerbord Stuurboord Tribord Estribor Estibordo
Tide Tide, Gezeiten Getijde Marée Marea Maré
Chart datum (CD) Kartennull Reductievlak Zero des cartes Datum Zero hidrográfico
Covers Deckt Onderlopend Couvre Cubierto Cobre
Dries Trockenfallend Droogvallend Découvre Descubierto Fica em sêco
Ebb Ebbe Eb Jusant Marea menguante Corrente evasante
Flood Flut Vloed Flot Flujo de marea Corrente de enchente
High water (HW) Hochwasser Hoogwater Pleine mer (PM) Pleamar Praia mar
Low water (LW) Niedrigwasser Laagwater Basse mer (BM) Bajamar Baixa-mar
Neaps Nipptide Doodtij Morte-eau (ME) Marea muerta Mares mortas
Springs Springtide Springtij, springvloed Vive-eau (VE) Marea viva Mares vivas
Tidal streams Gezeitenströme Getijstromen Courants de marée Corrientes de marea Correntes de maré
Tide tables Tidenkalender Getijdetafel Annuaire des marées Anuario de mareas Tabela de marés
Underwater Unterwasser Onderwater Immergé Debajo del agua Submerso
Upstream Flußaufwärts Stroomopwaarts En amont Aguasarriba Montante
Waypoint Wegepunkt Waypoint/Route punt Point de destination Waypoint Ponto de chegada
Wreck Wrack Wrak Epave Naufragio Naufrágio
METEOROLOGY METEOROLOGIE METEOROLOGIE MÉTÉO METEOROLOGÍA METEOROLOGIA
Area Gebiet Gebied Zone Zona Ârea
Clouds, cloudy Wolken Wolken Nuages, nuageux Nublado Nublado
Cold Kalt Koud Froid Frio Frio
Direction Richtung Richting Direction Dirección Indicação
Forecast Vorhersage Vooruitzicht Prévision Previsión Previsão
Fresh, cool, chilly Frisch Fris Frais Fresco Fresco, frio
Local Örtlich Plaatselijk Local Local Local
Outlook Aussichten Vooruitzicht Evolution probable Evolución probable ulterior Prospecto
Reference Data
Precipitation Niederschlag Neerslag Précipitation Precipitación Precipitação

Drizzle Niesel Motregen Bruine Llovizna Chuvisco
Frequent Häufig Veelvuldig Fréquent Frecuente Freqüente
Hail Hagel Hagel Grêle Granizo Granizo
Heavy Schwer Zwaar Abondant Abunante Forte
Isolated Vereinzelt Geïsoleerd Isolé Aislado Isolado
Lightning Blitze Bliksem Eclair de foudre Relampago Relâmpago
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Rain Regen Regen Pluie Iluvia Chuva
Scattered Vereinzelt Verspreid Esparses Difuso Esporádico
Reference Data
Shower Schauer Bui Averse Chubasco Aguaceiro
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Sleet Schneeregen Natte sneeuw Neige fondue Aguanieve Geáda miúda
Snow Schnee Sneeuw Neige Nieve Neve
Thunder Donner Donder Tonnerre Trueno Trovão
Thunderstorm Gewitter Onweer Orage Tormenta Trovoada
Pressure systems Luftdrucksysteme Druk Pression Presión Pressão
Air mass Luftmasse Luchtmassa Masse d’air Masa de aire Massa de ar
Cold front Kaltfront Koufront Front froid Frente frio Frente fria
Decrease Abnahme Afnemen Affaiblissement Disminuir Enfraquecer
Deep Tief Diep Profond Profundo Profundo
Deepening Vertiefend Verdiepend Se creusant Ahondamiento Agravar-se
Disturbance Störung Storing Perturbation Perturbación Perturbação
Extending Ausdehnung Uitstrekkend S’étendant Extendiendose Alastrando
Falling Fallend Dalend Baissant Bajando Descendo
Filling Auffüllend Vullend Se comblant Rellenandose Encher-se
Front Front Front Front Frente Frente
Vocabularies
Gradient Druckgefälle Gradiënt Gradient Gradiente Gradiente

High (anticyclone) Hoch Hoog, Hogedrukgebied Anticyclone Alta presión, Anticiclón Anticiclone
Isobar Isobare Isobaar Isobare Isobara Isóbaro
Low (depression) Tief,Sturmtief Laag, Depressie Dépression Baja presión, Depresión Depressão
Moving Bewegend Bewegend Se déplacant Movimiento, moviendose Afastar-se
Occlusion, occluded Okklusion Occlusie Occlus Oclusión Oclusão
Quickly Schnell Snel Rapidement Rápidamente Rápidamente
Ridge Hochdruckbrücke Rug Dorsale, crête Cresta Crista
Rising Ansteigend Stijgend Montant Subiendo Subindo
Slowly Langsam Langzaam Lentement Lentamente Lentamente
Steady Gleichbleibend Vast Stable Fijo Constante
Trough Trog, Tiefausläufer Trog Thalweg Seno Linha de baixa pressão
Warm front Warmfront Warmtefront Front chaud Frente calido Frente quente
Sea/sea state See/Seegang Zee Mer Mar Mar
Breakers Brecher Brekende zee Lames déferlantes Rompientes Arrebentação
Calm Flaute Kalmte Calme Calma Calma
Choppy Kabbelig Kort en steil Croisée, hachée, clapot Picada Mareta
Overfalls (tide race) Stromkabbelung Stroomkabbeling Clapot, brisants Escarceos, remolino Bailadeiras
Rough Rauh Ruw Forte Fuerte marejada Agitado
Seaway Seegang Zeegang Haute mer Alta mar Mare alta
Short, steep Kurz, steil Kort, steil Vagues courtes, creuse Mar corta, gruesa Mar curta, cavado
Slight Leicht Licht Legère, peu agitée Marejadilla Ligeiramente
Swell Schwell Deining Houle Mar de fondo Ondulação
Sun Sonne Zon Soleil Sol Sol
Sunrise Sonnenaufgang Zonsopgang Lever du soleil Orto Nascer do sol
Sunset Sonnenuntergang Zonsondergang Coucher du soleil Ocaso Pôr do sol
Synoptic situation Wetterlage Synoptische toestand Situation générale Situación sinoptica Situação sinóptica
Visibility Sichtweite Zicht Visibilité Visibilidad Visibilidade
Dispersing Auflösend Oplossend Se dispersant Disipación Limpando
Extensive Ausgedehnt Uitgebreid Etendu Extenso Extenso
Fog Nebel Mist Brouillard Niebla Nevoeiro
Fog bank Nebelbank Mistbank Banc de brume Banco de niebla Banco do nevoeiro
Good Gut Goed Bon Bueno Bom/boa
Haze Diesig Nevelig Brume Calina Cerração
Mist Dunst Nevel Brume légere Neblina Neblina
Moderate Mäßig Matig Médiocre, reduite Moderardo Moderada
Poor Schlecht Slecht Mauvais Malo Fraca má
Weather Wetter Weerraport Temps Tiempo Boletim meteorológico
Wind/Beaufort/direction Wind Wind Vent Viento Vento
F0, Calm Windstille Stil Calme Calma Calma
F1, Light airs Leiser Zug Flauw en stil Très légère brise Ventolina Aragem
F2, Light breeze Leichte Brise Flauwe koelte légère brise Flojito Fraco
F3, Gentle breeze Schwache Brise Lichte koelte Petite brise Flojo Bonançoso
F4, Moderate breeze Mäßige Brise Matige koelte Jolie brise Bonancible Moderado
F5, Fresh breeze Frische Brise Frisse bries Bonne brise Fresquito Frêsco
F6, Strong breeze Starker Wind Stijve bries Vent frais Fresco Muito frêsco
F7, Near gale Steifer Wind Harde wind Grand frais Freschacón Forte
F8, Gale Stürmischer Wind Stormachtig Coup de vent Duro Muito forte
F9, Strong gale Sturm Storm Fort coup de vent Muy duro Tempestuoso
F10, Storm Schwerer Sturm Zware storm Tempête Temporal Temporal
Backing Rückdrehender Wind Krimpende wind Vent revenant Rolar el viento Sentido retrógrado
Gale warning Sturmwarnung Stormwaarschuwing Avis de coup de vent Aviso de viento duro Aviso de vento multo forte
Gust Windstoß Windvlaag Rafale Ráfaga, racha Rajada
Increasing Zunehmend Toenemend Augmentant Aumentar Aumentando
Land breeze Landbrise Landbries Brise de terre Brisa de tierra Brisa da terra
Moderating Abnehmend Afnemend Décroissant Disminuyendo Decrescendo
Sea breeze Seebrise Zeebries Brise de mer Brisa de mar Brisa do mar
Squall Bö Windbui Grain Turbonada Borrasca
Variable Umlaufend Veranderlijk Variable Variable Variável
Veering Rechtdrehend Ruimende wind Virant Cambiar Sentido horário
SAFETY/EMERGENCY SICHERHEIT/NOTFALL VEILIGHEID/NOODGEVAL SECURITE/URGENCE SEGURIDAD/EMERGENCIAS SEGURANCA/EMERGÊNCIAS
Aground Aufgelaufen Vastgelopen Echoué Encallado Encalhar
Capsize Kentern Omslaan Sancir, chavirer Volcó Virar-se
Coastguard Küstenwache Kustwacht Gendarmerie maritime Guarda costas Polícia Marítima
Collision Kollision Aanvaring Abordage Colisión, abordaje Colisão abalroamento
Dismasted Mastbruch Mastbreuk Démâté Desarbolar Partir o mastro
Distress Seenot Nood Détresse Socorro Distress
Distress flares Signalraketen Noodvuurwerk Fusées de détresse Bengalas Fachos de socorro
Dragging anchor Schlierender Anker Krabbend anker Chasser sur l’ancre Ancla garreando Âncora agarrar
EPIRB Seenotfunkboje EPIRB Balise de détresse Baliza EPIRB
Fire extinguisher Feuerlöscher Brandblusser Extincteur Extintor Extintor
Harness, safety Sicherheitsgurt Harnas Harnais Arnés de seguridad Cinto de segurança
Help! Hilfe! Help! Au secours! ¡Socorro! Socorro!
Lifeboat Rettungsboot Reddingsboot Canot de sauvetage Lancha de salvamento Barco salva-vidas
Lifejacket Rettungsweste Reddingsvest Gilet de sauvetage Chaleco salvavidas Colete de salvação
Liferaft Rettungsinsel Reddingsvlot Radeau de sauvetage Balsa salvavidas Jangada de salvação
Man overboard Mann über Bord Man over boord Homme à la mer Hombre al agua Homem ao mar
Seacock Seeventil Afsluiter Vanne Grifos de fondo Torneira de segurança
Seaworthy Seetüchtig Zeewaardig Marin Marinero Condição de navegar
Sinking Sinken Zinkend En train de couler Hundiendose Afundate
Tow line Schleppleine Sleeplijn Filin de remorque Cabo remolque Cabo de rebocador
MEDICAL MEDIZINISCHES MEDISCHE MEDICALE MEDICO MÉDICAS
Reference Data
Antibiotic Antibiotika Antibiotica Antibiotique Antibiotico Antibiótico

Bandage Verband Verband Pansement Vendas Ligadura
Bleeding Blutend Bloeden Saignement Sangrando Sangrar
Burns Verbrennung Brandwonden Brûlures Quemadura Queimadura
Concussion Gehirnerschütterung Hersenschudding Traumatisme crânien Conmoción Traumatismo
Dehydration Austrocknung Uitdroging Déshydratation Deshidratación Desidratação
Dentist Zahnarzt Tandarts Dentiste Dentista Dentista
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Doctor Doktor Dokter/arts Médecin Médico Médico
Drown(ing) Ertrinken Verdrinken, (verdrinking) Noyade, (se noyant) Ahogarse Afogar-se
Reference Data
Exhaustion Erschöpfung Uitputting Epuisement Agotamiento Exausto
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Fever Fieber Koorts Fièvre Fiebre Febre
First aid Erste Hilfe Eerste hulp Premier secours Primeros auxillos Primeiros socorros
Fracture Fraktur Breuk Fracture Fractura Fractura
Headache Kopfschmerz Hoofdpijn Mal à la tête Dolor de cabeza Dor de cabeça
Heart attack Herzanfall Hartaanval Crise cardiaque Ataque corazón Ataque cardíaco
Hospital Krankenhaus Ziekenhuis Hôpital Hospital Hospital
Hypothermia Unterkühlung Onderkoeling Hypothermie Hypotermia Hipotermia
Illness Krankheit Ziekte Maladie Enfermo Doença
Injury Verletzung Verwonding Blessure Lesión Lesão
Pain Schmerz Pijn Douleur Dolor Dôr
Painkiller(s) Schmerztabletten Pijnstillers Analgésique analgesico Analgésico
Poisoning Vergiftung Vergiftiging Empoisonnement Envenenamiento Envenenamento
Pulse Puls Hartslag Pouls Pulso Pulso
Rest Ruhen Rust Repos Reposo Descanso
Seasickness Seekrankheit Zeeziekte Mal de mer Mareo Enjoar
Vocabularies
Shock Schock Shock Choc Choque Choque

Splint Schiene Spalk Attelle Tablilla Colocar em talas
Sticking plaster Heftpflaster Pleister Pansement adhésif Esparadrapo Adesivo
Stomach upset Bauchbeschwerden Maag van streek Indigestion Mal de estómago Cólicas
Stretcher Trage Draagbaar Brancard Camilla Maca
Sunburn Sonnenbrand Zonnebrand Coup de soleil Quemadura del sol Queimadura de sol
Swelling Schwellung Zwelling Enflure Hinchazón Inchaço
Toothache Zahnschmerzen Tandpijn Rage de dents Dolor de muelas Dôr dos dentes
Unconscious Bewußtlos Bewusteloos Inconscient Inconsciente Inconsciente
Wound Wunde Wond Blessure Herida Ferida
THE BOAT DAS BOOT DE BOOT LE BATEAU EL BARCO DO BARCO
Rigging and Sails Rigg und Segel Tuigage en Zeilen Gréement et Voiles Jarcias y Velas Massame e Velas
Babystay Babystag Baby stag Bas-étai Babystay Babystay
Backstay Achterstag Achterstag Pataras Estay de popa Brandal fixo da pôpa
Batten Segellatte Zeillat Latte Sables Régua
Beating Kreuzen Kruisen Au prés Ciñendo Bolinar
Boom Baum Giek Bôme Botavara Retranca
Clevis pin Schäkelbolzen Borstbout Axe à anneau brisé Pasador de seguridad Perno com troço de argola
Foresail Vorsegel Voorzeil Voile avant/foc Foque Pana de proa
Forestay Vorstag Voorstag Etai Estay de proa Estai real
Genoa Genua Genua Génois Génova Genoa
Halyard Fall Val Drisse Driza Adriça
Jib Fock Fok Foc Foque Fiocco
Mainsail Großsegel Grootzeil Grand’ voile Mayor Vela grande
Mast Mast Mast Mât Mast Mastro
Mast track Mastschiene Mastrail Rail Carril Calha do mastro
Mizzen Besan Bezaan Artimon Mesana Mezena
Reaching Raumschots Ruime wind Au portant Viento a través A um largo
Rod kicker Rod kicker Giekophouder Hale-bas rigide Contra rigido Rod kicker
Roller reefing foresail Rollfock Rolfock Génois à enrouleur Enrollador de génova Genoa de enrolar
Running Vorm Wind Voor de wind Vent arrière Viento a favor Vento à pôpa
Sheet Schot Schoot Ecoute Escota Escota
Shrouds Wanten Wanten Haubans Obenques Enxarcia
Spinnaker Spinnaker Spinnaker Spi Spi Spinnaker
Spinnaker boom Spinnakerbaum Spinnaker boom Tangon de spi Tangon Pau de spinnaker
Spreader, crosstree Saling Zaling Barre de flèche Crucetas Vaus
Staysail Stagsegel Stagzeil Trinquette Trinqueta Estai
Storm jib Sturmfock Stormfok Tourmentin Tormentin Estai de tempo
Topping lift Dirk Kraanlijn, Dirk Balancine Amantillo Amantilho
Trysail Trysegel Stormzeil, Trysail Voile de cape Vela de capa Cachapana
Upwind Am Wind Aan de wind/te loevert Au vent Vienta en contra Bolinando
Whipping twine Takelgarn Takelgaren Fil à surlier Piolilla Cordão de pequeña bitola
Working jib Arbeitsfock Werkfok Foc de route Foque Estai
On deck An Deck Aan dek Sur le pont En cubierta No convés
Aft Achtern, achteraus Achter, achteruit En arriere Atrás À ré
Ahead Voraus Vooruit Par l‘avant Avante À proa
Anchor Anker Anker Ancre Ancla Âncora
Anchor chain Ankerkette Ankerketting Chaîne d’ancre Cadena Corrente
Anchor warp Ankerleine Ankerlijn Orin Cabo de fondeo Espia da âncora
Astern achtern Achteruit, slaan Par l’arrière Hacia atrás À popa
Block Block Blok Poulie Motón Moitão
Bow Bug Boeg Etrave Proa Proa
Bridgedeck Brückendeck Brugdek Bridgedeck Cubierta de puente Pavimento da ponte
Cockpit Cockpit Cockpit Cockpit Bañera Cockpit
Deck Deck Dek Pont Cubierta Convés
Dinghy, Tender Jolle, Beiboot Bijboot Annexe Chinchorro, Bote Escaler, Côco
Fender Fender Stootwil Défense Defensa Defensa
Inflatable (dinghy) Schlauchboot Opblaasbare boot Gonflable Bote hinchable Inflável
Ladder Leiter Ladder, Trap Echelle Escala Escada
Pulpit Bugkorb Preekstoel Balcon avant Púlpito Guarda proeiro
Pushpit Heckkorb Hekrailing Balcon arrière Balcón de popa Varandim
Railing Reling Railing Filières Guardamencebos Balaustrada
Rope Tauwerk Touw Cordage Cabo, Cuerda, Cabulleria Cabo, Corda
Rudder Ruder Roer Safran, Gouvernail Pala de Timón Leme
Shackle Schäkel Sluiting Manille Grillete Manilha
Ship Schiff Schip Navire Buque Navio
Stanchion Seerelingsstütze Scepter Chandelier Candelero Balaústre
Stern Heck Spiegel/hek Arrière Popa Popa
Superstructure Aufbau Opbouw Superstructure Superestructura Super-estrutura
Tiller Pinne Helmstok Barre franche Caña Cana de leme
Toe rail Fußleiste Voetrail Rail de fargue Regala Amurada inferior
Topsides Rumpfseiten Bovenwaterschip Oeuvres mortes Obra muerta Costada
Wheel, steering Steuerrad Stuurwiel Barre à roue Rueda Roda do leme
Winch Winsch Lier Winch Winche Molinete
Windlass, capstan Ankerwinsch Ankerlier, Kaapstander Guindeau Molinete Molinete da âncora
Yacht, sailing Segelyacht Zeilboot Voilier Velero Veleiro
Below deck Unter Deck Onderdeks Sous le pont Bajo cubierta Abaixo do convés
Bilge Bilge Bilge Galbord Sentina Esgôto
Bilge keel Kimmkiel Kimkiel Bi-quilles Quillas Quilha dupla
Bilge pump Bilgepumpe Bilge pomp Pompe de cale Bomba de achique Bomba de esgoto
Cabin Kajüte Kajuit Cabine Cabina Cabine
Reference Data
Calorifier Wärmespender Verwarming Echangeur de chaleur Calentador Calorifico

Companionway Niedergang Opgang Descente Entrada cámera Escotilha de passagem
Deckhead Kajütdach Kajuitdak Tête de pont Techo de cabina Cabeço do convés
Fin keel Kurzkiel Vinkiel Quille courte Quilla de aleta Patilhão
Fresh water tank Frischwassertank Drinkwatertank Réservoir d’eau douce Tanque de agua dulce Tanque de aguada
Galley pantry/Kombüse Kombuis Cuisine Cocina Cozinha
Gas alarm Gasmelder Gasalarm Alarme anti-gaz Alarma de gas Alarme de gás
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Holding tank Schmutzwassertank Vuilwatertank Réservoir à eaux usées Tanque aguas negras Deposito de esgotos
Hull Rumpf Romp Coque Carena Casco
Reference Data
Keel Kiel Kiel Quille Quilla Quilha
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Long keel Langkiel Langkieler Quille longue Quilla corrida Quilha corrida
Oven Backofen Oven Four Horno Forno
Skeg Skeg Scheg Talon Skeg Skeg
Underwater hull Unterwasserschiff Onderwaterschip Oeuvres vives Obra viva Obras vivas
ELECTRICS ELEKTROTECHNIK ELECTRICITEIT ELECTRIQUES ELECTRICOS ELECTRICO
Alternator Wechselstromgenerator Generator Alternateur Alternador Alternador
Battery Batterie Accu, batterij Batterie/accumulateur Batería Bateria
Battery charger Batterieladegerät Acculader Chargeur de batterie Cargador debatería Carregador debateria
Bulb Glühbirne Lamp Ampoule Bombilla Lâmpada
Circuit breaker Ausschalter Automaat Disjoncteur Disyuntor Interruptor
Coil Spule Spoel Bobine Bobina Bobine
Dynamo Lichtmaschine Dynamo Dynamo Dinamo Dinâmo
Electrical wiring Elektrik Elektrische bedrading Réseau électrique Circuito eléctrico Circuito electrico
Fuse Sicherung (Hoofd)Zekering Fusible Fusible Fusível
Vocabularies
Invertor Wechselrichter Inverter Convertisseur Inverter Inversor

Regulator (voltage) Spannungsregler Spanningsregelaar Régulateur de tension Regulador Regulador
Shore power Landanschluß Walstroom Courant de secteur Corriente de tierra Corrente alterna
Solar panel Solarzellen Zonnepaneel Paneau solaire Placa solar Painel solar
Soldering iron Lötkolben Soldeerbout fer à souder Soldador eléctrico ferro de soldar
Switch Schalter Schakelaar Interrupteur Interruptor Interruptor
THE ENGINE DER MOTOR DE MOTOR LE MOTEUR EL MOTOR DO MOTOR
Air filter Luftfilter Luchtfilter Filtre à air Filtro a aire Filtro de ar
Carburettor Vergaser Carburateur Carburateur Carburador Carburador
Cooling water Kühlwasser Koelwater Eau de refroidissement Agua refrigerado Agua fresca
Diesel Diesel Dieselolie Gazole Gas-oil Gasóleo
Drive belt Treibriemen Aandrijfriem Courroie d’entrainement Correa de transmissión Correia
Engine mount Motorfundament Motorsteun Support moteur Bancada del motor Fixe do motor
Engine oil Motoröl Motorolie Huile de moteur Aceite de motor Óleo de motor
Exhaust pipe Auspuff Uitlaat Tuyau d’échappement Tubo de escape Tubo de escape
Fuel filter Kraftstoffilter Brandstoffilter Filtre de carburant Filtro de combustible Filtro de gasóleo
Fuel tank Tank, Brennstofftank Brandstof tank Réservoir à carburant Tanque de combustible Tanque de combustivel
Gasket Dichtung Pakking Joint Empaquetadura junta Junta
Gearbox Getriebekasten Keerkoppeling Boîte de vitesses Caja de cambio Caixa de velocidades
Grease Fett Vet Graisse Grasa Massa
Head gasket Zylinderkopfdichtung Koppakking Joint de culasse Junta de culata Junta do cabeça
Injector Einspritzdüse Injector, Verstuiver Injecteur Inyector Injector
Jubilee clip Schlauchklemme Slangklem Collier de serrage Abrazadera Abraçadeira ajustàavel
Methylated spirits Brennspiritus Spiritus/Methyalcohol Alcool à brûler Alcohol desnaturalizada Alcool metílico
Oil filter Ölfilter Oliefilter Filtre à huile Filtro de aceite Filtro de óleo
Outboard motor Außenbordmotor Buitenboordmotor Moteur hors-bord Motor fuerabordas Motor fora de borda
Paraffin Petroleum Petroleum, Kerosine Kérosène, Pétrole Petróleo, Keroseno Petróleo
P-bracket Wellenlagerbock Schroefas uithouder Support d’hélice Casquillo Polée em P
Petrol Benzin Benzine Essence Gasolina Gasolina
Propeller Propeller, Schraube Schroef Hélice Hélice Hélice
Propeller shaft Schraubenwelle Schroefas Arbre d’hélice Eje de la hélice Veio do hélice
Spark plug Zündkerze Bougie Bougie Bujia Vela
Starter Anlasser Startmotor Démarreur Motor de arranque Motor de arranque
Stern gland Stopfbuchse Schroefasdoorvoer Presse étoupe Bocina Bucim
Throttle Gas Gashendel Accélérateur Acelerador Acelerador
Two-stroke Zweitakt Tweetakt A deux temps Dos tiempos De dois tempos
Water pump Wasserpumpe Waterpomp Pompe à eau Bomba de agua Bomba de água
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Regulations
2.1 Cruising formalities 22
Documents including ICC • Registration • Insurance
2.2 HM Revenue & Customs 22

Duty-free stores • Departure/Arrival • Immigration
Regulations
2.3 Foreign Customs 23
Arrival procedure • The Schengen Treaty • Red diesel
2.4 UK Border Force 23
2.6 Travelling with pets 23
2.7 International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea 24

Rules 2, 5–7, 10 and 12–19 verbatim • Navigation lights and shapes •
Learning the Collision Regulations
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Formalities – Travelling with pets
2.1 CRUISING FORMALITIES the boat and all equipment. Third-party cover for up to
Before your annual cruise, especially beyond UK waters, £3,000,000 is also needed. A Spanish translation is needed
check that yacht and personal documents are in-date. for Spanish waters. The policy must be amended and paid
for if cruising beyond the usual limits. Failure to disclose all
Yacht documents relevant facts may invalidate a policy.
Registration certificate (2.1.1). Marine insurance valid for the
intended cruising area, including adequate third-party cover 2.2 HM REVENUE & CUSTOMS (HMRC)
(2.1.2). Proof of VAT status and proof of vessel’s location at Useful websites for updating this section are: www. gov.
2300, 31 December 2020 (2.4). Ship’s radio licence (5.2.3). uk.notice 8 sailing your pleasure craft to and from the uk.
Ship’s Log, itinerary and a crew list. All must be originals, (Updated December 2021), and Royal Yachting Association:
keep them in transparent files for easy inspection; failure to www.rya.org.uk/knowledge-advice/current-affairs/boating
produce them can them can potentially incur fines abroad. abroad for a comprehensive overview of cruising regulations
Personal documents abroad, time limits, permits and coverage of potential VAT
Valid passports and European health insurance card (8.2). liability.
Radio Operator’s certificate of competence (5.2.3).
2.2.1 HM Customs Notice No 8 (December 2021)
International Certificate of Competence This Notice ‘Sailing your pleasure craft to and from the
An International Certificate of Competence (ICC) (Pleasure UK’ is the UK’s interpretation of what the law says about
Craft), valid for 5 years, is required in most European pleasure craft and compliance with HM Revenue & Customs
countries, especially if inland waterways are part of your requirements, as summarised below; it is a good idea to have
cruising plans. It can be endorsed for power or sail, inland a copy aboard.
or coastal waters, or all four.
This Notice and further information may be obtained at:
The inland waterways endorsement requires a short, written www.hmrc.gov.uk/Notice8, or HMRC Imports and Exports
test on CEVNI (ColRegs and buoyage in European inland General Enquiries, e 0300 322 9434, open M–F, 0800-2000.
waterways), but this does not apply to UK inland waterways.
Be aware that your boat may be searched at any time.
If evidence of competence (eg Day Skipper or above) is not
Penalties are severe for non-declaration of prohibited or
held, a practical test must be passed before the ICC is issued.
restricted goods, and the carriage of prohibited drugs and
E-mail certification@rya.org.uk or call e 0845 345 0376.
firearms. If goods are smuggled the vessel may be seized and
Health regulations the persons concerned may be liable to prosecution, a heavy
Comply with health regulations (eg report any infectious fine and/or prison sentence.
disease); check if vaccination certificates are needed.
2.2.2 Duty-free stores
2.1.1 Registration
Duty-free stores may be allowed on vessels going south of
The Merchant Shipping Act 1995 and Merchant Shipping
Brest or north of the N bank of the R. Eider (Germany), by
(Registration of Ships) Regulations govern the registration
prior application to a Customs office. Duty-free stores cannot
of British ships in the UK.
be taken to the Republic of Ireland nor to the Channel Islands.
The Register of British Ships is in 4 parts, covering: Contact the HMRC Imports and Exports General Enquiries, e
Part I Merchant ships and pleasure vessels. 0300 322 9434, for details of how to embark stores and the
conditions to be satisfied. For more information read Notice
Part 2 Fishing vessels.
69A Duty free ship’s stores.
Part 3 Small ships (Small Ships Register).
Part 4 Bareboat charter ships.
2.2.3 UK Border Force e-C1331/C1331 Pleasure craft
leaving the United Kingdom, (UK)
• Registration under Part I is for commercial and pleasure UK departure and arrival details can be submitted online
boats >24m LOA, and costs £152 for 5 years. Vessels have using a Microsoft Excel e-C1331 form. This form can be
to be surveyed and follows the same procedure as a large downloaded from the gov.uk website, Notice 8, sailing
merchant vessel. It costs £72 to renew for 5 years. The your pleasure craft to and from the UK. If preferred a pdf
certificate establishes the ship’s nationality and tonnage. version of form C1331 can be downloaded at https://assets.
Details of registered ownership and mortgages can be publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/
obtained from the RSS at Cardiff. uploads/attachment_data/file/947760/C1331-12-20.pdf.
and Part 1 posted to: United Kingdom Border Force, Yacht
• Part 3, The Small Ships Register (SSR), is for owners who
Reports, Freight Clearance Centre, Lord Warden Square,
want a simple registration, to prove the yacht’s nationality
Western Docks, Dover, Kent, CT17 9DN.
and meet registration requirement for a privileged ensign,
but it registers neither ‘Title’ nor mortgages. A small ship If your plans are cancelled and you return to the UK without
is defined as < 24m LOA. The cost is £35 for five years, and reaching a non-UK port, you must notify UK Border Force
measurement only requires taking the boat’s LOA. that the voyage has been abandoned, either online with
e-C1331, form or by writing ‘Voyage Abandoned’ across the
For further details contact: UK Ships Register (the Registry Part 2 of pdf C1331 form and posting it to the same address
of Shipping and Seamen), Anchor Court, Keen Road, Cardiff as Part 1.
CF24 5JW; n +44(0)20 3908 5200; UKSR@mcga.gov.uk
For Part 1 and Part 3 online registration visit: www.
2.2.4 UK Border Force e-C1331/C1331 Pleasure craft
ukshipregister.co.uk.
arriving in the United Kingdom (UK)
Arriving in the United Kingdom (UK) from Europe, the Channel
2.1.2 Insurance Isles and the rest of the world, recreational pleasure craft are
Every cruising boat should be adequately insured against loss subject to Border Force and Customs control, and once inside
or damage. The insured value should be the cost of replacing UK Territorial Limits (12 miles offshore) it is mandatory to fly
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international code flag Q where it is most easily seen. It is signatories to Schengen as well as the EFTA countries Iceland,
also essential to contact the National Yachtline e 0300 123 Norway, Switzerland and Liechtenstein.
2012 for further instructions and to advise them if: Travelling from the UK to a Schengen country, or vice versa,
• VAT has not been paid on the vessel and crossing the external border may incur additional
• you have any goods in excess of the travellers’ allowance checks. Thus, Belgium and the Netherlands require a vessel
listed or you have on board goods which are to be treated as to report on arrival even if coming from another EU country.
duty-free stores Download forms from the RYA website (www.rya.org.uk).
Select: Knowledge & Advice, then option BOATING ABROAD,
• you have cash equivalent of £10,000 sterling or more to Customs Formalities, under Downloads: NL Schengen or B
declare Schengen Crew list, showing names, DOB, place of birth,
• you have any prohibited or restricted goods on board, see passport No, nationality, details of vessel and itinerary.
list at end of Form 2. These forms are not always requested, but if you have them
aboard you may avoid fines which can legally be imposed
• there is any notifiable illness on board for not observing Schengen/EU law. On arrival check with
• there are any people on board who need immigration the HM whether any Customs or Immigration forms need
clearance to be completed.
• any repairs or modifications, other than running repairs, 2.3.2 Red diesel
which have been carried out since the vessel last left the UK Red or green reduced-duty diesel is illegal for recreational
Comply with any instructions from the Customs Officer; failure use in all EU countries including the Republic of Ireland and
to could incur a penalty. Do not land anybody or goods or fines up to a maximum of £5000 can be incurred. However,
red diesel is readily available in the UK and if stored in the
Regulations
transfer to another vessel until an Officer permits.
Do not take down the Q flag until clearance has been main fuel tank(s) UK vessels are unlikely to be penalised
obtained. in the EU, as long as receipts are retained to prove it was
purchased in the UK. However, red diesel carried on board in
2.2.5 Immigration cans will potentially attract fines and confiscation.
The vessels skipper is responsible for ensuring that anyone on
HM Treasury plans to remove tax-reduced red diesel for UK
board who is not a British or Irish citizen gets a Border Force
pleasure craft after April 2022 were abandoned following
Officers permission to enter the UK from any country except
public consultation and lobbying by the RYA. In England,
the Isle of Man or the Channel Islands. e the nearest Border
Wales and Scotland red diesel remains available as previously.
Force Office to arrange clearance – the National Yachtline e
However, in Northern Ireland pleasure craft owners no longer
0300 123 2012) will be able to provide their number.
enjoy this concession due to compliance with the NI Protocol
2.2.6 Drug smuggling and Project Kraken of the EU Withdrawal agreement.
Preventing drug smuggling is a key role for HMRC/BORDER
FORCE. Project Kraken is a National Crime Agency/Police and 2.4 UK BORDER FORCE
UK Border Force initiative for the boating public to report UK Border Force is a law enforcement command within
unusual or suspicious behaviour on the coast, and illegal the Home Office. UK Border Force secures the border and
entry into the UK by sea. If something seems abnormal, a promotes national prosperity by facilitating the legitimate
crew who do not look at ease aboard a boat for instance, movement of individuals and goods, whilst preventing
or people transferring from a larger vessel into a RIB some those that would cause harm from entering the UK. This is
distance offshore, phone local police on 101, or, anonymously, achieved through immigration and customs checks at ports
Crimestoppers 0800 555 111, quoting ‘KRAKEN’. In an and airports and afloat with their vessels patrolling the UK
emergency phone 999. coastline and territorial waters.
2.3 FOREIGN CUSTOMS 2.6 TRAVELLING WITH PETS

Arriving in any foreign country, a yellow Q flag should be Travelling with pets (dog/cats) to and from the EU (and
prominently displayed within their territorial waters and certain non-EU countries) to the UK in private leaisure craft
your vessel’s national ensign should be worn at all times is not permitted; they can only travel with ‘an approved
in daylight, ideally at the stern, or somewhere else aft. In transport company on an approved route’, see www.gov.
some countries specific ports are nominated as Ports of uk/take-pet-abroad. Before travel, all pets must have a valid
Entry and one these must be selected , proceeding to it by Animal Health Certificate (AHC) issued no more than 10 days
the most direct route. Although not a legal requirement a before travel, signed by an ‘official veterinarian’ (OV). Note:
courtesy ensign is always appreciated (see 5.21.3). If you are each AHC is only valid for 4 months. Pets must also have been
not approached by a Harbour or Customs patrol on arrival, microchipped, and have an up to date rabies vaccination
contact Marina or Port Control for advice, or phone the local certificate issued at least 24 days before travel. Pet passports
Customs number in the Communications section of each port issued in the UK are no longer valid and an AHC is required
entry, indicated by the symbol n All crew members should for each journey. However, Pet passports issued in the EU
remain aboard until Customs clearance has been granted. or NI are still valid for entering the UK. Dogs must also
2.3.1 The Schengen Treaty have a tapeworm medication containing praziquantel or
In 1985 France, Germany, Luxembourg, Netherlands and equivalent administered by a vet between 120hrs and 24hrs
Belgium signed a Convention abolishing internal border before entering the UK.
controls, and created a single external border, around For more information, contact the Pet Travel Helpline:
the so-called ‘Schengen-land’. Today all 27 EU members pettravel@apha.gov.uk. e 0370 241 1710 Monday to Friday,
(except Ireland, Romania, Bulgaria, Croatia and Cyprus) are 8.30am to 5.30pm (closed on bank holidays).
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2.7 INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS FOR 2.7.2 Part B: Steering and Sailing Rules
PREVENTING COLLISIONS AT SEA Section I – In any condition of visibility
The 1972 International Regulations for Preventing Collisions Rule 4 (Application) is self-explanatory. In complying with
at Sea (IRPCS) are also referred to as the Colregs or Rule of Rules 4–18 ask yourself, and answer, the following three
the Road. They should be read as a single entity, with the questions and take action if so required:
explanatory notes and associated diagrams below. See also
Learning the Rule of the Road (Basil Mosenthal/ACN), the • Is there a risk of collision?
RYA booklet G2 and The Mariner’s Handbook NP 100. • If there is, am I the give-way vessel?
Because the exact wording of certain Rules is very important, • If I am, what action must I take?
Rules 2, 3 (in part), 5–10, 12–19 and 25 are quoted verbatim
in blue italics and then briefly discussed – especially those of This is not part of the IRPCS, but it concentrates the mind.
specific interest to yachtsmen. This does not imply that this
chapter should be consulted in the heat of the moment – Rule 5 (Look-out).
since all mariners must have a sound working knowledge of Every vessel shall at all times maintain a proper look-out by
the Rules – but an aide-memoire is sometimes handy. sight and hearing as well as by all available means appropriate
in the prevailing circumstances and conditions so as to make
2.7.1 Part A: General a full appraisal of the situation and of the risk of collision.
Rule 1 (Application) is mainly introductory and therefore not Look-out means not only by eyes and ears, but also by radar
quoted verbatim, but note that many harbours have their and VHF, especially at night or in low visibility. Do not neglect
own local rules – which must be obeyed. blind arcs, eg look below the genoa and directly to windward.
Rule 5 is arguably the most important Rule of all.
Rule 2 (Responsibility).
(a) Nothing in these Rules shall exonerate any vessel, or the Rule 6 (Safe speed).
owner, master or crew thereof, from the consequences of Every vessel shall at all times proceed at a safe speed so that
any neglect to comply with these Rules or of the neglect she can take proper and effective action to avoid collision and
of any precaution which may be required by the ordinary be stopped within a distance appropriate to the prevailing
practice of seamen, or by the special circumstances of circumstances and conditions so as to make a full appraisal
the case. of the situation and of the risk of collision. In determining
(b) In construing and applying these Rules due regard shall a safe speed the following factors are among those taken
be had to all dangers of navigation and collision and to into account:
all special circumstances, including the limitations of the
vessels involved, which may make a departure from these (a) By all vessels:
Rules necessary to avoid immediate danger. (i) the state of visibility;
(ii) the traffic density including concentrations of fishing
The Rules must be interpreted in a seamanlike way. No
vessels or any other vessels;
vessel has a ‘right of way’ over another regardless of special
circumstances – eg other vessels under way or at anchor, (iii) the manoeuvrability of the vessel with special
shallow water, poor visibility, TSS, fishing fleets, etc – or reference to stopping distance and turning ability
the handling characteristics of the vessels concerned in the in the prevailing conditions;
prevailing conditions. Sometimes vessels may need to depart (iv) at night the presence of background light such as from
from the Rules to avoid immediate danger (2b). shore lights or from back scatter of her own lights;
(v) the state of wind, sea and current, and the proximity of
Rule 3 (Definitions). The following are selected extracts: navigational hazards;
(c) ‘Sailing vessel’ means any vessel under sail provided that (vi) the draught in relation to the available depth of
propelling machinery, if fitted, is not being used. water;
(f) ‘Vessel not under command’ means one which through
some exceptional circumstance is unable to manoeuvre as (b) Additionally, by vessels with operational radar:
required by these Rules and is therefore unable to keep (i) the characteristics, efficiency and limitations of the
out of the way of another vessel. radar equipment;
(g) ‘Vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre’ means one (ii) any constraints imposed by the radar range scale in use;
which from the nature of her work is thus restricted ... (6 (iii) the effect on radar detection of the sea state,
examples are given) weather and other sources of interference;
(h) ‘Vessel constrained by her draught’ means a power-driven (iv) the possibility that small vessels, ice and other
vessel which, because of her draught in relation to the floating objects may not be detected by radar at an
available depth and width of navigable water is severely adequate range;
restricted in her ability to deviate from her course. (v) the number, location and movement of vessels
(i) ‘Underway’ means that a vessel is not at anchor, or made detected by radar;
fast to the shore, or aground. (Note: ’Making way’ means (vi) the more exact assessment of the visibility that
progressing through the water, rather than drifting.) may be possible when radar is used to determine
(l) ‘Restricted visibility’ means any condition in which visibility the range of vessels or other objects in the vicinity.
is restricted by fog, mist, falling snow, heavy rainstorms, The conditions which determine what is a safe speed are
sandstorms or any other similar causes. clearly listed. Excessive speed gives less time to assess the
(m) A ‘Wing-in-Ground (WIG) craft’ means a multimodal situation and take avoiding action, and produces a worse
craft which, in its main operational mode, flies in close collision if such action fails. Even 4 knots may be too fast in
proximity to the surface by utilising surface-effect action. a crowded river.
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(c) If there is sufficient sea room, alteration of course alone

may be the most effective action to avoid a close-quarters
situation provided that it is made in good time, is
1 substantial and does not result in another close-quarters
situation.
(d) Action taken to avoid collision with another vessel shall
2 be such as to result in passing at a safe distance. The
effectiveness of the action shall be carefully checked until
3 the other vessel is finally past and clear.
(e) If necessary to avoid collision or allow more time to
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(f) (i) A vessel which by any of these Rules is required not
to impede the passage or safe passage of another
vessel shall, when required by the circumstances of
2 the case, take early action to allow sufficient sea
room for the safe passage of the other vessel.
(ii) A vessel required not to impede the passage or
safe passage of another vessel is not relieved of this
1 obligation if approaching the other vessel so as to
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involve risk of collision and shall, when taking
Fig 2(1) Rule 7. The bearing of black from white is steady on action, have full regard to the action which may be
030°. Well before reaching position 2, white should have altered required by the Rules of this Part.
to starboard by at least 45° to pass astern of black. (iii) A vessel the passage of which is not to be impeded
remains fully obliged to comply with the Rules of
Rule 7 (Risk of collision). this Part when the two vessels are approaching one
(a) Every vessel shall use all available means appropriate to another so as to involve risk of collision.
the prevailing circumstances and conditions to determine Any such actions must be positive, seamanlike and taken
if risk of collision exists. If there is any doubt such risk shall early. Large alterations of course and/or speed are more
be deemed to exist. obvious to the other vessel, especially at night or on radar.
(b) Proper use shall be made of radar equipment if fitted Turn away (even through 180°), slow down, stop (or go
and operational, including long-range scanning to obtain astern). In avoiding one vessel, watch out for others.
early warning of risk of collision and radar plotting or
Rule 9 (Narrow channels).
equivalent systematic observation of detected objects.
(a) A vessel proceeding along the course of a narrow channel
(c) Assumptions shall not be made on the basis of scanty or fairway shall keep as near to the outer limit of the
information, especially scanty radar information. channel or fairway which lies on her starboard side as is
(d) In determining if risk of collision exists the following safe and practicable.
considerations shall be among those taken into account: (b) A vessel of less than 20 metres in length or a sailing vessel
(i) such risk shall be deemed to exist if the compass shall not impede the passage of a vessel which can safely
bearing of an approaching vessel does not appreciably navigate only within a narrow channel or fairway.
change; (c) A vessel engaged in fishing shall not impede the passage
(ii) such risk may sometimes exist even when an of any other vessel navigating within a narrow channel
appreciable bearing change is evident, particularly or fairway.
when approaching a very large vessel or a tow or (d) A vessel shall not cross a narrow channel or fairway if such
when approaching a vessel at close range. crossing impedes the passage of a vessel which can safely
A vessel should take a series of compass bearings on a navigate only within such channel or fairway. The latter
closing ship. Unless the bearings change appreciably, a risk vessel may use the sound signal prescribed in Rule 34 (d)
of collision exists; see Fig 2(1). If in doubt, assume that there if in doubt as to the intention of the crossing vessel.
is a risk. Radar, properly used, offers early warning of risk of (e) (i) In a narrow channel or fairway when overtaking can
collision, but careful systematic plotting of contacts is needed take place only if the vessel to be overtaken has to
to obtain maximum collision-avoidance data. take action to permit safe passing, the vessel
Rule 8 (Action to avoid collision). intending to overtake shall indicate her intention by
(a) Any action taken to avoid collision shall be taken in sounding the appropriate signal prescribed in Rule
accordance with the Rules of this Part and shall, if the 34 (c) (i). The vessel to be overtaken shall, if in
circumstances of the case admit, be positive, made in agreement, sound the appropriate signal prescribed
ample time and with due regard to the observance of in Rule 34 (c) (ii) and take steps to permit safe
good seamanship. passing. If in doubt she may sound the signals
(b) Any alteration of course and/or speed to avoid collision prescribed in Rule 34 (d).
shall, if the circumstances of the case admit, be large (ii) This Rule does not relieve the overtaking vessel of her
enough to be readily apparent to another vessel observing obligation under Rule 13.
visually or by radar; a succession of small alterations of (f) A vessel nearing a bend or an area of a narrow channel
course and/or speed should be avoided. or fairway where other vessels may be obscured by an
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intervening obstruction shall navigate with particular (g) A vessel shall so far as practicable avoid anchoring
alertness and caution and shall sound the appropriate in a traffic separation scheme or in areas near its
signal prescribed in Rule 34 (e). terminations.
(g) Any vessel shall, if the circumstances of the case admit, (h) A vessel not using a traffic separation scheme shall avoid
avoid anchoring in a narrow channel. it by as wide a margin as is practicable.
Rule 9 (a) requires a vessel ... to keep as near to the starboard (i) A vessel engaged in fishing shall not impede the passage
side of a narrow channel as is safe and practicable. Yachts of any vessel following a traffic lane.
and other small craft can often keep outside the channel
altogether, thus ensuring even greater safety. (j) A vessel of less than 20 metres in length or a sailing vessel
shall not impede the safe passage of a power-driven
Rule 10 (Traffic Separation Schemes). vessel following a traffic lane.
(a) This Rule applies to traffic separation schemes adopted (k) A vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre when
by the Organization (IMO) and does not relieve any vessel engaged in an operation for the maintenance of safety
of her obligation under any other Rule. of navigation in a traffic separation scheme is exempted
(b) A vessel using a traffic separation scheme shall: from complying with this Rule to the extent necessary to
(i) proceed in the appropriate traffic lane in the general carry out the operation.
direction of traffic flow for that lane; (l) A vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre when
(ii) so far as practicable keep clear of a traffic separation engaged in an operation for the laying, servicing
line or separation zone; or picking up of a submarine cable, within a traffic
(iii) normally join or leave a traffic lane at the termination separation scheme, is exempted from complying with
of the lane, but when joining or leaving from either this Rule to the extent necessary to carry out the
side shall do so at as small an angle to the general operation.
direction of traffic flow as practicable. TSS are essential to the safety of larger vessels and are shown
(c) A vessel shall so far as practicable avoid crossing traffic in Chapter 9 and on most charts. While inconvenient for
lanes, but if obliged to do so shall cross on a heading yachtsmen, TSS should be avoided where possible, or
as nearly as practicable at right angles to the general accepted as another element of passage planning. All
direction of traffic flow. vessels, including yachts, must comply with Rule 10.
Fig 2(2) illustrates how to cross a TSS (10c). Note well that
craft <20m LOA, and any sailing yacht, shall not impede
a power vessel using a traffic lane (10j). However, when
two vessels meet or converge in a TSS with a risk of
TSS
Lane collision, Rule 10 does not modify any other provisions
of the IRPCS.
Tide Yachts should use inshore traffic zones (ITZ). It is unusual and
certainly undesirable for yachts to use TSS lanes, due to the
Wind bb substantial speed difference between yachts and large vessels.
b
Yachts using TSS lanes may be told by the monitoring radar
aa station (eg Dover CG, CROSS Corsen) to leave ASAP.
Fig 2(2) Rule 10c. A yacht crossing a TSS lane shall head at right 2.7.3 Section II – Vessels in sight of one another
angles to the lane axis, as in (a), regardless of the course made
good as a result of wind or tidal streams. Yacht (b) is not heading Rule 11 (Application) is self explanatory.
at right angles and is therefore contravening Rule 10(c).
Rule 12 (Sailing vessels).
(a) When two sailing vessels are approaching one another,
(d) (i) A vessel shall not use an inshore traffic zone when
so as to involve risk of collision, one of them shall keep
she can safely use the appropriate traffic lane within
out of the way of the other as follows:
the adjacent traffic separation scheme. However,
(i) when each has the wind on a different side, the
vessels of less than 20 metres in length, sailing vessels
vessel which has the wind on the port side shall keep
and vessels engaged in fishing may use the inshore
out of the way of the other;
traffic zone.
(ii) when both have the wind on the same side, the
(ii) Notwithstanding sub-paragraph (d) (i) a vessel may
vessel which is to windward shall keep out of the
use an inshore traffic zone when en route to or from
way of the vessel which is to leeward;
a port, offshore installation or structure, pilot station
(iii) if a vessel with the wind on the port side sees a vessel
or any other place situated within the traffic zone,
to windward and cannot determine with certainty
or to avoid immediate danger.
whether the other vessel has the wind on the port
(e) A vessel other than a crossing vessel or a vessel joining or or on the starboard side, she shall keep out of the
leaving a lane shall not normally enter a separation zone way of the other.
or cross a separation line except:
(b) For the purposes of this Rule the windward side shall
(i) in cases of emergency to avoid immediate danger; be deemed to be the side opposite to that on which the
(ii) to engage in fishing within a separation zone. mainsail is carried or, in the case of a square-rigged vessel,
(f) A vessel navigating in areas near the terminations of traffic the side opposite to that on which the largest fore-and-
separation schemes shall do so with particular caution. aft sail is carried.
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Rule 12 does not apply if either yacht is motor sailing. When (d) Any subsequent alteration of the bearing between the
two yachts under sail are at risk of collision, (a) (i) and (ii) two vessels shall not make the overtaking vessel a crossing
are clear. vessel within the meaning of these Rules or relieve her of
(a) (iii) applies where it is unclear which tack a windward the duty of keeping clear of the overtaken vessel until
yacht is on. Fig 2(3) illustrates the practical application of she is finally past and clear.
Rule 12 in these three cases. An overtaking vessel, whether power or sail, shall keep clear
of the vessel being overtaken. It is courteous, but not in the
Wind IRPCS, for an overtaking yacht under sail to pass to leeward
Starboard tack
of the yacht being overtaken.
Rule 14 (Head-on situation).
Por t tack
(a) When two power-driven vessels are meeting on reciprocal
or nearly reciprocal courses so as to involve risk of collision
each shall alter her course to starboard so that each shall
pass on the port side of the other.
Boats on opposite tacks – yacht on port tack gives way
(b) Such a situation shall be deemed to exist when a vessel
sees the other ahead or nearly ahead and by night she
Wind
could see the masthead lights of the other in a line or
nearly in a line and/or both sidelights and by day she
observes the corresponding aspect of the other vessel.
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situation exists she shall assume that it does exist and
act accordingly.
Both yachts on the same tack – windward boat gives way When two power-driven vessels approach head-on, or nearly
so, with risk of collision, each must alter course to starboard,
Por t tack; windward to pass port to port. The alteration should be large enough as
boat keeps clear
Wind to be obvious to the other vessel, sounding one short blast,
if in audible range, to make intentions clear.
Yacht running Rule 15 (Crossing situation).
before wind,
perhaps at night When two power-driven vessels are crossing so as to involve
Por t tack risk of collision, the vessel which has the other on her own
starboard side shall keep out of the way and shall, if the
circumstances of the case admit, avoid crossing ahead of the
other vessel.
Por t tack boat gives way The give-way vessel would normally alter to starboard to
pass astern of the other. A yacht with limited power and
Fig 2(3) Rule 12. A port tack yacht keeps clear. If both yachts are speed should, if possible, avoid crossing ahead of the other.
on the same tack the windward boat keeps clear. If in doubt, port Exceptionally, an alteration to port may be justified (eg shoal
tack always keeps clear. water to starboard), in which case a large alteration may be
needed to avoid crossing ahead of the other.
Rule 12 (a) (iii) might cause doubt in 2 other situations:
• The windward side is deemed, Rule 12 (b), to be the side Rule 16 (Action by give-way vessel).
opposite to that on which the mainsail is set or would be Every vessel which is directed to keep out of the way of
set, if sailing under a headsail alone. When sailing under another vessel shall, so far as possible, take early and
spinnaker alone, windward would be the side on which substantial action to keep well clear.
its boom is set. ‘Early ... substantial ... well clear’ are the key words, ie don’t
• Heaving-to, ideally, set mainsail to port on starboard dither or get into a close-quarters situation.
tack with jib backed to windward. Others (except those with Rule 17 (Action by stand-on vessel).
special privileges) will then become the give way vessel (a) (i) Where one of two vessels is to keep out of the
Rule 13 (Overtaking). way, the other shall keep her course and speed.
(a) Notwithstanding anything contained in the Rules of Part (ii) The latter vessel may however take action to avoid
B, Sections I & II any vessel overtaking any other shall keep collision by her manoeuvre alone, as soon as it
out of the way of the vessel being overtaken. becomes apparent to her that the vessel required to
(b) A vessel shall be deemed to be overtaking when coming keep out of the way is not taking appropriate action
up with another vessel from a direction more than 22½° in compliance with these Rules.
abaft her beam, that is, in such a position with reference (b) When, from any cause, the vessel required to keep her
to the vessel she is overtaking, that at night she would be course and speed finds herself so close that collision cannot
able to see only the sternlight of that vessel but neither be avoided by the action of the give-way vessel alone, she
of her sidelights. shall take such action as will best aid to avoid collision.
(c) When a vessel is in any doubt as to whether she is (c) A power-driven vessel which takes action in a crossing
overtaking another, she shall assume that this is the case situation in accordance with sub-paragraph (a) (ii) of this
and act accordingly. Rule to avoid collision with another power-driven vessel
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shall, if the circumstances of the case admit, not alter 2.7.4 Section III – Vessels in restricted visibility
course to port for a vessel on her own port side. Rule 19 (Restricted visibility).
(d) This Rule does not relieve the give-way vessel of her (a) This Rule applies to vessels not in sight of one another when
obligation to keep out of the way. navigating in or near an area of restricted visibility.
This Rule describes a deteriorating sequence of events (1–3 (b) Every vessel shall proceed at a safe speed adapted to
below) and the actions that a stand-on vessel may or should the prevailing circumstances and conditions of restricted
(ie must) take if it appears that the give-way vessel is failing visibility. A power-driven vessel shall have her engines
to keep clear. ready for immediate manoeuvre.
1. At least in the initial stages, the stand-on vessel should (c) Every vessel shall have due regard to the prevailing
maintain her course/speed (17a. i) for fear of inducing a circumstances and conditions of restricted visibility when
collision by needless avoiding action of her own. complying with the Rules of Section 1 of this Part.
2. The stand-on vessel may manoeuvre to avoid collision (17a. (d) A vessel which detects by radar alone the presence of
ii) if it appears that the give-way vessel is failing to keep clear. another vessel shall determine if a close-quarters situation
In so manoeuvring a power-driven vessel should, if possible, is developing and/or risk of collision exists. If so, she shall
not alter course to port for a vessel on her own port side (17c). take avoiding action in ample time, provided that when
Usually she would alter substantially to starboard, to reduce such action consists of an alteration of course, so far as
the risk of both vessels turning towards each other. possible the following shall be avoided:
3. When the stand-on vessel finds herself so close that collision (i) an alteration of course to port for a vessel forward of
cannot be avoided by the action of the give-way vessel alone, the beam, other than for a vessel being overtaken;
the stand-on vessel should take such action (17b), as will best (ii) an alteration of course towards a vessel abeam or
aid to avoid collision. This is likely to be drastic, eg Full astern abaft the beam.
and/or helm hard over. (e) Except where it has been determined that a risk of
collision does not exist, every vessel which hears
Rule 18 (Responsibilities between vessels). apparently forward of her beam the fog signal of another
Except where Rules 9, 10 and 13 otherwise require: vessel, or which cannot avoid a close-quarters situation
(a) A power-driven vessel underway shall keep out of the with another vessel forward of her beam, shall reduce her
way of: speed to the minimum at which she can be kept on her
(i) a vessel not under command; course. She shall if necessary take all her way off and in
(ii) a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre; any event navigate with extreme caution until danger of
(iii) a vessel engaged in fishing; collision is over.
(iv) a sailing vessel.
This rule can cause difficulty due to misunderstanding and/
(b) A sailing vessel underway shall keep out of the way of:
or the negative nature of para (d). Stand-on and give-way
(i) a vessel not under command;
vessels, as in Section II of the Rules, no longer exist in fog.
(ii) a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre;
Every vessel is simply trying to avoid other unseen vessels
(iii) a vessel engaged in fishing.
whose presence, ie fog signal, is only heard or detected
(c) A vessel engaged in fishing when underway shall, so far by radar. Safe speed (b) is commonsense, but is sometimes
as possible, keep out of the way of: ignored by commercial ships. Slowing down to maintain
(i) a vessel not under command; steerage way for a fog signal forward of the beam (e) has
(ii) a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre. limited application to an already slow-moving yacht.
(d) (i) Any vessel other than a vessel not under Radar can save your life, but only if it is efficiently used
command or a vessel restricted in her ability to and correctly interpreted by an experienced operator. Rule
manoeuvre shall, if the circumstances of the case 7c warns against making assumptions based on scanty
admit, avoid impeding the safe passage of a vessel information, especially radar information. AIS, if fitted and
constrained by her draught, exhibiting the signals in switched on in both vessels, may resolve such assumptions.
Rule 28.
If a vessel is detected by radar alone (d), decide whether a collision
(ii) A vessel constrained by her draught shall navigate
risk exists and/or a close-quarters situation is developing. If
with particular caution having full regard to her
so, take early action to avoid collision.
special condition.
(e) A seaplane on the water shall, in general, keep well (d) (i) and (ii) tell you what you should avoid doing. Try to
clear of all vessels and avoid impeding their navigation. envisage the situations which these two clauses address. It may
In circumstances, however, where risk of collision exists, help to transpose their words into more positive terms:
she shall comply with the Rules of this Part. • Turn to starboard in all cases except for a vessel on
(f) (i) A WIG craft shall, when taking off, landing and in or abaft your starboard beam, or for a vessel being
flight near the surface, keep well clear of all other overtaken.
vessels and avoid impeding their navigation.
(ii) A WIG craft operating on the water surface shall Safety dictates that you should: sound the appropriate fog
comply with the Rules of this Part as a power-driven signal, keep a good look-out, deploy an efficient radar
vessel. reflector and use radar if fitted. Consider also using the
engine to assist manoeuvrability, especially in light winds.
Rule 18 states priorities according to manoeuvrability. The In thick fog it is best to anchor in shallow water; not easy
hierarchy is clear and logical: (b) applies to yachts. Para (f) if you are crossing a TSS in mid-Channel. Heaving to in the
includes Wing in Ground (WIG) craft, defined in Rule 3 (m). central separation zone to await better visibility might be an
These air-cushion vehicles are more aircraft than vessels. option, but see Rule 10 (b) and (e).
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2.7.5 Part C: Lights and shapes The tricolour light at (b) shall not be switched on at the same
Many of the Rules (20–31) in Part C are semi-technical, time as the normal side and stern lights, and must never be
not relevant to yachts or can be studied in slow time. The used when under power. It gives max brilliance for minimum
verbatim text is therefore only included for Rule 25 (Lights battery drain, but note that LED lights easily out-perform
and shapes for sailing vessels underway). conventional lights in power consumption and brilliance, but
cost much more. In congested waters or where there are
Rule 20 (Application). shore lights in the background, the normal side and stern
Part C Rules must be complied with in all weathers. All lights lights are deemed much easier to see from the bridge of a
and shapes must comply with Annex I. The required lights large ship than a masthead tricolour.
must be shown from sunset to sunrise, and by day in low
visibility. The required shapes must be displayed by day. Rule 26 (Fishing vessels).
All mariners should know the lights shown by fishing vessels;
Rule 21 (Definitions). see Fig 2(5).
Six types of navigation lights are defined, see Fig 2(4). A Rule 27 (Vessels not under command, or restricted in their
vessel <20m LOA may combine her side lights into 1 lantern ability to manoeuvre).
on the fore and aft centreline, Rule 21 (b). A masthead lt, aka All mariners should know the lights shown by such vessels.
steaming lt, is rarely at the masthead; see Annex 1, para 2. They do not apply to vessels <12m LOA. If engaged in diving
Rule 22 (Visibility of lights). operations exhibit a rigid replica of flag ‘A’ at least 1m high.
This Rule gives the minimum visibility range of lights shown Rule 28 (Vessels constrained by their draught).
by vessels of different LOAs. If <12m: masthead, stern and all- All mariners should know the lights shown by such vessels;
round 2M; side 1M. 12–50m: masthead 5M (but 3M if <20m); see Fig 2(5).
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stern, side and all-round 2M. See Fig 2(4).
Rule 29 (Pilot vessels).
Rule 23 (Power-driven vessels underway). All mariners should know the lights shown by such vessels;
(a) specifies a masthead light forward and a second, higher see Fig 2(5).
light aft if >50m LOA; plus sidelights and sternlight. Rule 30 (Vessels anchored or aground).
(b) refers to the all-round Fl Y light on an air-cushion vessel. Yachts at õ, like other vessels, shall show an õ light or ball;
(c) a WIG craft must show a high-intensity all-round Fl R light. see Fig 2(5). This stipulation warns other mariners and has
(d) (i) A power-driven vessel <12m LOA may combine her safety and insurance implications. Abroad, especially in the
masthead and sternlights into one all-round . light. Netherlands and Germany, the ball requirement is often
Rule 24 (Towing and pushing). strictly enforced. Rules 30e and 30f grant 2 minor exemptions
This Rule is lengthy and detailed and need not concern yacht for yachts <7m LOA and <12m LOA.
owners. However all mariners should know the lights shown Rule 31 (Seaplanes).
by tugs and their tows; see Fig 2(5). This Rule applies to WIG craft as well as seaplanes.
Rule 25 (Sailing vessels underway and vessels under oars). 2.7.6 Part D: Sound and light signals
(a) A sailing vessel underway shall exhibit: Rule 32 (Definitions).
(i) sidelights; (ii) a sternlight. A whistle in a yacht effectively means a foghorn.
(b) In a sailing vessel <20m LOA, the lights prescribed in para- o A short blast on a foghorn lasts about 1 second.
graph (a) of this Rule may be combined in one lantern at p A prolonged blast lasts four to six seconds.
or near the top of the mast where it can best be seen.
Rule 33 (Equipment for sound signals).
(c) A sailing vessel underway may, in addition to the lights
Vessels >12m LOA must have a whistle; plus a bell if >20m. A
prescribed at (a) of this Rule, exhibit at or near the
boat <12m LOA may make an efficient sound signal by other
top of the mast where they can best be seen two all-
means, judged by audibility within the enclosed bridge of a
round lights, in a vertical line, the upper being red and
large ship and against conflicting background noises.
the lower green, but these lights shall not be exhibited
inconjunction with the combined lantern permitted by Rule 34 (Manoeuvring and warning signals).
paragraph (b) of this Rule. Power-driven vessels in sight of each other:
(d) (i) A sailing vessel <7m LOA shall, if practicable, exhibit The following sound signals (short or long blasts on a
the lights prescribed in paragraphs (a) or (b) of this foghorn) may also be supplemented by light flashes:
Rule, but if she does not, she shall have ready at o I am altering course to starboard.
hand an electric torch or lighted lantern showing a oo I am altering course to port.
white light which shall be exhibited in sufficient ooo I am operating astern propulsion.
time to prevent collision. ooooo I do not understand your intentions/actions or I
(ii) A vessel under oars may exhibit the lights doubt if sufficient action is being taken to avoid
prescribed in this Rule for sailing vessels, but if she collision.
does not, she shall have ready at hand an electric In a narrow channel:
torch or lighted lantern showing a white light which
shall be exhibited in sufficient time to prevent ppo I intend to overtake on your starboard side.
collision. ppoo I intend to overtake you on your port side.
(e) A vessel proceeding under sail when also being propelled popo I agree with your overtaking signal.
by machinery shall exhibit forward where it can best be p Warning by vessel nearing a bend where other
seen a conical shape, apex downwards. vessels may not be visible.
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Part C: Lights and shapes
Fig 2(4) Navigation lights
LIGHTS FOR TYPICAL YACHT WITH 3 OPTIONAL VARIANTS
C: If < 12m LOA:

Masthead and sternlights
may be combined into 11 Two side lights
2½
one all-round light. °
Stern light
225°
135°
C B A
11
2½
B: If < 20m LOA and only Masthead light (aka ° A: If < 20m LOA: Both side
VISIBLE RANGE (M) OF LIGHTS
if the yacht is under sail: Steaming light and not lights may be combined in
(Rule 22) The side and sternlights one centreline R/G light
usually placed at the
Light/LOA <12m <50m >50m may be combined in a masthead) Shown by
All-round 2 2 3 single tricolour light atop vessels under power only
Masthead 2 3*, 5 6 the mast
Side 1 2 3
Stern 2 2 3
*<20m
PLAN VIEWS OF LIGHTS FOR SAILING VESSELS UNDERWAY AND UNDER SAIL ONLY
Note: If motor-sailing, the lights appropriate for a power-driven vessel must be shown, as below
Sailing vessel under

sail may show (in
addition to other
lights) two all-round
lights, red over green,
near the top of the
mast, but never at
the same time as a
tricolour light atop the
mast. Rule 25 c
Sailing vessel <7m
shows, if practicable,
side and sternlights;
if not, a white light to Sailing vessel <20m may show:
prevent collision. Either tricolour Or combined Sailing vessel >20m
Rule 25 d i light atop the centreline side Separate sidelights and
mast. Rule 25 b lights plus stern sternlight. Rule 25 a
light. Rule 25 a
PLAN VIEWS OF LIGHTS FOR POWER-DRIVEN VESSELS UNDERWAY AND SAILING CRAFT UNDER POWER
<7m and <7 knots <12m (combined <20m (sidelights >20m showing >50m with two masthead
(all-round light and, masthead & combined in one masthead, stern and lights, the aft one higher.
if practicable, side sternlight). centreline light). separate sidelights. Rule 23 a i & ii
lights). Rule 23 d ii Rule 23 d i Rule 21 b Rule 21 a, b, c
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Fig 2(5) Principal navigation lights and shapes. (Note: All vessels
seen from starboard side)
Rule 24 Rule 24
Vessels being towed and towing Towing by day — Length of tow more than 200m
Vessel towed shows sidelights Tug shows two masthead Towing vessel and tow display diamond shapes. By night, the
(forward) and sternlight lights, sidelights, sternlight, towing vessel shows three masthead lights instead of two
yellow towing light as for shorter tows
Rule 25 Rule 26 Rule 26 Rule 26
Regulations
Motor sailing Vessel fishing Fishing/Trawling Vessel trawling
Cone point down, forward. All-round red light over all- A shape consisting of two All-round green light over all-
At night the lights of a power- round white, plus sidelights cones point to point in a round white, plus sidelights
driven vessel underway and sternlight when making vertical line one above the and sternlight when making
way other way
Vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre Not under command
All-round red, white, red lights Three shapes in a vertical line: Two all-round red lights, plus Two balls vertically
vertically, plus normal ball, diamond, ball sidelights and sternlight
steaming lights when making when making way
way
Dredger Divers down Constrained by draught Pilot boat
All round red, white, red lights Letter ‘A’ International Code Three all-round red lights in a All-round white light over all-
vertically, plus two all-round red vertical line, plus normal round red, plus sidelights and
lights (or two balls) on foul side, steaming lights. By day — sternlight when underway, or
and two all-round green (or two a cylinder anchor light
diamonds) on clear side
Vessel at anchor Vessel aground
All-round white light; if over Ball forward Anchor light(s), plus two all- Three balls in a vertical
50m, a second light aft round red lights in a vertical line
and lower line
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Rule 35 (Sound signals in restricted visibility) 2.7.8 Learning the Collision Regulations
Most of this chapter deals with the vitally important Rules
p Power-driven vessel making way.
of the Collision Regulations (ColRegs). To many people,
pp Power -driven vessel underway but stopped and learning these is a chore; something to be swotted up,
not making way often parrot-fashion, so as to pass an exam – and then be
poo Power-driven vessel not under command, restricted forgotten. This is not learning, it is simply a memory test
in her ability to manoeuvre, constrained by her without understanding of the subject.
draught or engaged in fishing, towing or pushing;
The ColRegs are written by seamen for seamen,
or a sailing vessel.
unambiguously and in language which leaves little room
pooo Vessel being towed, or if more than one vessel is for misunderstanding. Every word or sentence reflects a real
towed, the last vessel in the tow. life situation which has occurred at sea. They are steeped in
oooo Pilot vessel engaged on pilotage duties. practicality and hard won experience. Above all they exist to
The maximum interval between sound signals for vessels prevent collisions and hence save lives.
underway in restricted visibility is two minutes, but more If we can adopt a better way of learning then what can
frequently if other craft are near. seem like a chore may turn out to be a pleasure. Start from
For flag and sound signals which have a special meaning the known and move with growing interest towards the
under IRPCS, see the asterisked items in Fig 5(1). unknown. Grasp the big picture, in this case a site map
below, showing how the ColRegs consist of five Parts (A–E),
Bell rung rapidly for about 5 seconds, every minute. sub-divided, as required, into Sections; thence into the 37
= Vessel at anchor. individual Rules; finally 4 Annexes with technical minutiae.
After the above signal, gong rung rapidly for about 5 Now for the details: As you study each Rule envisage the
seconds every minute; the bell being sounded in the fore scenario which is being described. Ask yourself ‘Do I fully
part of the vessel and the gong aft understand this Rule?’ ‘What would I do in this situation?’
= Vessel of 100m or more in length at anchor. This is the best way of gaining a sound working knowledge
opo Vessel at anchor (optional extra sound signal). of the Rules – and disposing of that parrot.
Bell rung rapidly for about 5 seconds, with three separate
and distinct strokes of the bell before and after the rapid PARTS RULES
ringing
= Vessel aground.
A: GENERAL 1–3
Rule 36 (Signals to attract attention).
These signals, whether sound or light, must be such as not
to be mistaken for other signals in these Rules or an aid to B: STEERING I In any visibility 4–10
navigation. Avoid using high intensity strobe lights. & SAILING II In sight of each other 11–18
Rule 37 (Distress signals). III In restricted visibility 19
See Annex IV and Chapter 7, Fig 7(1).
2.7.7 Annexes I to IV C: LIGHTS & SHAPES 20–31

Annex I: vertical/horizontal positioning and technical details Annexes I/II
of lights and shapes in various vessels.
Annex II: lights which may be shown by fishing vessels D: SOUND & LIGHT 32–37
working close together. SIGNALS Annexes III/IV
Annex III: technical details of frequencies, audibility and
directional properties of sound signals.
E: EXEMPTIONS 38
Annex IV: distress signals; see also Chapter 7, Fig 7(1).
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3.1 Passage planning and SOLAS V 34
Passage planning form • Planning considerations
3.2 Conduct of the plan 35

Estimating position • Navigational wrinkles
3.3 Lights 36
Light characteristics • Light sectors and arcs of visibility
3.4 IALA buoyage (Region A) 38

3.5 Satellite navigation 39
GPS • EGNOS • GLONASS • Galileo • Horizontal datums
3.6 Hydrographic surveys 40

3.7 Electronic charts 40
Raster charts • Vector charts
3.8 Waypoints 40
Waypoint navigation • Loading waypoints
3.9 Chartplotters 41
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3.10 Radar and AIS 41
Display modes • Radar as an aid to navigation • Collision avoidance •
Radar in fog • AIS
3.11 Racons and Ramarks 43

3.12 Navigational warnings 43
3.13 Hazards 43
Submarines • Gunfacts • Mines
3.14 Offshore energy installations 44

Gas and oil rigs • Wind farms • Wave and tidal installations
3.15 Navigational tables 44

Notes on Tables 3(1) to 3(6) • Checking a compass for accuracy
3.16 Sunrise/set times 49

Notes on table for Lats 56°N, 48°N and 40°N
3.17 Moonrise/set times 51

Notes on table for Lats 56°N, 48°N and 40°N
3.18 Phases of the Moon 52
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Fig 3(1) Passage planning form
DATE:............................ FROM: ....................................... TO: ............................................ DIST: ..............................M

ALTERNATIVE DESTINATION(S): ......................................................................................................................................................................
WEATHER FORECAST: .....................................................................................................................................................................................

............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
FORECASTS AVAILABLE DURING PASSAGE: ...................................................................................................................................................
............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
TIDES
DATE:........................................................ DATE: ......................................................... DATE: ......................................................
PLACE: ...................................................... PLACE: ....................................................... PLACE: ....................................................
HW .......................... .......................... HW .......................... .......................... HW ......................... .........................
LW .......................... .......................... LW .......................... .......................... LW ......................... .........................
HW .......................... .......................... HW .......................... .......................... HW ......................... .........................
LW .......................... .......................... LW .......................... .......................... LW ......................... .........................
COEFFICIENT: ............................................ ................................................................... ................................................................
HEIGHT OF TIDE AT: ................................ ................................................................... ................................................................
......................... hrs ............................m .......................... hrs ...........................m .........................hrs .........................m
DEPTH CONSTRAINTS: .....................................................................................................................................................................................
TIDAL STREAMS AT: .........................................
TURNS ............ AT ................ TOTAL SET (FM .................. TO .................. ): .................° .............. M
TURNS ............. AT ................ TOTAL SET (FM .................. TO .................. ): .................° .............. M
NET TIDAL STREAM FOR PASSAGE: ..........................° ............. M
ESTIMATED TIME: .................................hrs ETD: ......................................... ETA: .........................................
SUN/MOON SUNRISE: .................................. SUNSET: ...................................

MOONRISE: ............................. MOONSET: .............................. PHASE: ....................................
WAYPOINTS NO NAME TRACK/DISTANCE (TO NEXT WAYPOINT)

............ ...................................... .................................. / ................................
............ ...................................... .................................. / ................................
............ ...................................... .................................. / ................................
............ ...................................... .................................. / ................................
............ ...................................... .................................. / ................................
DANGERS CLEARING BEARINGS/RANGES/DEPTHS

............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
LIGHTS/MARKS EXPECTED ..............................................................................................................................................................................

............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
COMMUNICATIONS PORT/MARINA ........................................... VHF ............................ n .......................................................

PORT/MARINA ........................................... VHF ............................ n .......................................................
NOTES (CHARTS PREPARED & PAGE NUMBERS OF RELEVANT PILOTS/ALMANACS/ETC): ...........................................................................

............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
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3.1 PASSAGE PLANNING AND SOLAS V effect of the streams and calculate a course to steer –
All passages by any vessel that goes to sea must be planned. more efficient than trying to maintain a track.
‘Going to sea’ is defined as proceeding beyond sheltered • Note which harbours and marinas have restricted times
waters. Even in very familiar waters every passage, however of access due to bars, sills or locks. These may affect
short, should be properly planned. Before you set sail you your ETA and, probably, your ETD.
need to determine where you are going, how to get there
and what factors may influence the plan. • Prepare a detailed pilotage plan for entry/exit of any
unfamiliar harbour; a sketch is invaluable.
Passage planning is mandated in the International Convention
for Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), Chapter V. Guidance is • Squinting into the setting sun can make pilotage very
outlined in MCA SOLAS Regulations leaflet: www.gov.uk/ difficult. At night, light from a full moon can help
government/publications/solas-regulations-for-pleasure- enormously.
boat-users and at: www.gov.uk/government/publications/ • Know when you expect to see lights at night – a good
regulations-for-pleasure-craft check on progress. See Table 3(6).
Although the passage plan does not have to be recorded • Look up and note relevant VHF channels and/or phone
on paper, in the event of legal action a written plan is clear numbers for ports of departure and arrival.
proof that the required planning has been completed; it can
also be referred to during the passage. A suggested passage 3.2 CONDUCT OF THE PLAN
planning form is at Fig 3(1) opposite. When completed this Take every opportunity to fix your position by all available
would constitute, with due consideration of the points at means – visual bearings and electronic aids. Although GPS
3.1.1 below, a reasonable passage plan. The blank form may normally gives accurate positional information 24 hours a
be photocopied and modified to suit individual needs. day, the system is very vulnerable to external interference.
Although spot checks on small craft are unlikely, the MCA Onboard, the equipment depends on a steady power
could, following an accident or incident, take action under supply and is susceptible to moisture or accidental damage.
the Merchant Shipping Act if it could be proved that the It is therefore essential to maintain a written record of
skipper did not have a reasonable passage plan. positions, headings and distances run at regular intervals.
From this an updated position may be established if a fix
3.1.1 Passage planning considerations is unobtainable.
All passage plans should at least consider the following: A dead reckoning (DR) plot must be started as soon as there
is any doubt about your ability to fix your position.
• Weather. Before setting out check the weather forecast
and know how to get regular updates during the 3.2.1 Estimating position
passage. A well adjusted compass, an accurate timepiece and a log
• Tides. Check tidal predictions and determine if there are to measure distance run through the water are the essential
any limiting depths at your port of departure, during the tools of dead reckoning (DR) navigation. A DR plot starts
passage and at the port of arrival (and at alternative ports, from your last known or estimated position. After a certain
if applicable). Tidal streams will almost certainly affect interval, depending on your proximity to dangers, the time,
the plan. log reading, distance run and course steered are noted.
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• Vessel. Confirm she is suitable for the intended trip, is These are then plotted on the chart to obtain an updated
properly equipped, and has sufficient fuel, water and food position.
on board. This will be more accurate if leeway is applied to the course
• Crew. Take into account the size of crew, their experience, steered. For example, a yacht steering 090° with a northerly
expertise and stamina. Cold, tiredness and seasickness can wind might make 5° of leeway; 095° would therefore be the
be debilitating – and skippers are not immune. course plotted. To refine this position still further, include
the tidal stream rate and direction experienced since the last
• Navigation. Make sure you are aware of all navigational
plotted position. This results in an estimated position (EP),
dangers by consulting up to date charts, pilot books and
which is the most accurate position in the absence of a fix.
this Almanac. Never rely on GPS for fixing your position.
By using conventional symbols on the chart (Fig 3(2)), others
• Contingency plan. Consider bolt holes which can be
can immediately appreciate what they see and check the
entered safely in an emergency, if the weather deteriorates
accuracy of the navigator’s work. A sensible navigator always
or mutiny threatens.
welcomes a second opinion.
• Information ashore. Make sure someone ashore knows
your plans, when they should become concerned and what Fig 3(2) DR/EP plot
action to take if necessary. Be sure to join the Coastguard
Voluntary Safety Identification Scheme (see 7.11.2).
Wind
‘The winds and waves are always on the side of the ablest 090° course steered
5° leeway
navigators’ (Edward Gibbon). 0845 Plot 095° (course through water)
5·5M by log
3.1.2 Passage planning form 0945
The following notes amplify some of the items on the form: Tra
ck ma
de
goo
d
• The height of tide affects the depth, and tidal streams
may hinder sensible progress – off headlands or in Fix Tidal stream
220°/2kn
narrow passages, for example. On longer passages, DR
0945
which cross main tidal streams, determine the net EP
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Navigational wrinkles – Lights
The DR or EP should always be extrapolated to ensure that The limits of light sectors, arcs of visibility and the alignment
the vessel will not run into danger. When plotting an EP of directional and leading lights are shown as seen from your
include possible inaccuracies in the log (for distance run), the vessel. All bearings are True, clockwise from north, and are
tidal stream and the course made good. Leeway, for example, shown for selected lights in Chapter 9 – either in the Lights,
is usually only an inspired guess. From this, instead of a range buoys and waypoints sections or in individual harbour entries
and bearing from your last position, you will construct a under Lights and Marks.
‘lozenge of probability’. Always assume your position is on
Fig 3(3) shows a simple sectored light listed as Oc WR 4s 37m
that part of the lozenge which is closest to danger.
W17M, R13M; 151°-W-115°-R-151°.
3.2.2 Navigational wrinkles
Distance, speed and time equations (see also Table 3(2)):
15
1°
Distance (M) = Speed (kn) x time (hours)
Speed = Distance ÷ time 115
°
Time = Distance ÷ Speed
Tidal streams. Look at the stream flowing past fishing floats,

buoys or any other fixed objects to better estimate the actual Oc.WR
direction and rate – often significantly different from those
obtained from tidal stream atlases or the chart.
Running fix. This is particularly useful at night when only one
suitable light is visible. Take a bearing and plot the position
line (PL) from the mark; note the time. When the angle has
changed by about 45°, take a second bearing and plot the
PL. Transfer the first PL by the distance and direction the Fig 3(3) A simple sectored light
boat has travelled over the ground in the interval between
the two bearings. Your position at the time of the second The light, showing white and red sectors, occults every 4s,
bearing is where the first PL crosses the second. is 37 metres above the level of MHWS, its white sector has
a nominal range of 17 miles (ranges greater than 15 miles
Pilotage. A detailed sketch of the pilotage passage in a
are in bold) and the red light’s range is 13 miles. The white
notebook saves constant trips to the chart table. Be very
sector is visible when it bears 151° clockwise to 115°, an arc
wary of having charts in the cockpit where they can get wet
of 324°; the red sector is visible when it bears 115° to 151°,
or blow away.
an arc of 36°.
Blind pilotage. In 6 minutes (1/10 hour) you will cover 1/10
In Fig 3(4) is a slightly more complex sectored light listed as:
of your speed in miles. So at 6 knots you will cover 0·6 miles
Q WRG 9m 10M; 015°-G-058°-W-065°-R-103°-G-143·5°-W-
(6 cables); at 12 knots you will cover 1·2 miles. In 3 minutes
146·5°-R-015°.
you will cover half that distance; in 12 minutes, twice the
distance. Remember to allow for any tidal stream.
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Distance off track is easily calculated by knowing that 1° at 6

6·
14
miles subtends an arc of 1 cable; 5° at 60 miles = 5 miles.

5°
3·
5°
A Dutchman’s log can be used when the ship’s log has failed.
Time how long it takes for an object dropped at the bows to
pass the stern. Speed (kn) = (0·592 x LOA (ft)) ÷ T (seconds). 103°
Thus for an LOA of 34ft and a time of 5 seconds, the speed
will be 34 x 0·592 ÷ 5 = 4 knots. A table can be drawn up for
your boat for various speeds. Q.WRG
Distances. Although the term Nautical Mile (NM) is commonly

used, the strictly correct unit for distance at sea is the Sea °
Mile. This is the length of one minute of latitude at any 065
particular place. It varies from about 1843m at the equator 8°
05
to about 1862m at the poles. A NM is defined as 1852m.
3.3 LIGHTS
3.3.1 Light characteristics 015°
Abbreviations and characteristics of marine lights are shown in
Fig 3(5) and in NP 5011 (Symbols and Abbreviations used on Fig 3(4) A more complex sectored light
Admiralty Charts).
This quick flashing light has white, red and green sectors, is
3.3.2 Light sectors and arcs of visibility 9m above MHWS and has a nominal range of 10M. By inspec-
Coloured sector lights are used to indicate dangerous areas tion there are two sets of WRG sectors providing directional
(usually red) or to guide a vessel through a narrow passage guidance to vessels approaching from SW and NW. In each
(usually white). A white sector is often flanked by red and case a narrow (7° and 3°) white sector is flanked by a red
green sectors: red is seen if too far to port; green to stbd. sector to port and a green sector to starboard.
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Fig 3(5) Light characteristics
CLASS OF LIGHT International National Illustration

abbreviations abbreviations Period shown l——————I
FIXED* F
OCCULTING (duration of light longer than dark)

Single-occulting Oc Occ
Group-occulting eg Oc(2) Gp Occ(2)
Composite group-occulting eg Oc(2+3) Gp Occ(2+3)
ISOPHASE (light and dark equal duration) Iso
FLASHING (duration of light shorter than dark)

Single-flashing Fl
Long-flashing (flash 2s or longer) LFl L Fl
Group-flashing eg Fl(3) Gp Fl(3)
Composite group-flashing eg Fl(2+1) Gp Fl(2+1)
QUICK (50 to 79 flashes per minute, usually 50 or 60)

Continuous quick Q Qk Fl
Group quick eg Q(3) Qk Fl(3)
Interrupted quick IQ Int Qk Fl
VERY QUICK (80 to 159 flashes per minute, usually 100 or 120)
Continuous very quick VQ V Qk Fl
Group very quick eg VQ(3) V Qk Fl(3)
Interrupted very quick IVQ Int V Qk Fl
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ULTRA QUICK (160 or more flashes per minute, usually 240 to 300)
Continuous ultra quick UQ
Interrupted ultra quick IUQ
MORSE CODE eg Mo (K)
FIXED AND FLASHING F Fl
ALTERNATING eg Al. WR Alt. WR
COLOUR International NOMINAL RANGE International

abbreviations in miles abbreviations
White W (may be omitted) Light with single range eg 15M
Red R Light with two different ranges eg 15/10M

Green G Light with three or more ranges eg 15-7M
Blue Bu PERIOD is given in seconds eg 90s
Violet Vi DISPOSITION Horizontally disposed (hor)
Yellow Y Vertically disposed (vert)
Orange Or or Y Synchronised with (an)other light(s) (sync)
Amber Amb orY ELEVATION is given in metres (m) above the level of MHWS
*NB: Although rarely used in the UK Fixed lights may be shown with Flashing lights in which case the abbreviation FFl is used
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3.4 IALA BUOYAGE (REGION A)

IALA buoyage system – Regions NORTH CARDINAL
Region A, shown here, includes Europe; Region B covers the Light: VQ or Q
Americas and the Pacific.
Note that different rules (the CEVNI Code) apply on Inland
Waterways in Europe.
NW NE
3.4.1 Cardinal marks (buoys and beacons) indicate where
the best navigable water lies relative to a danger or hazard
and, specifically, that: BY
WEST EAST
• The deepest water is on the named side of the mark
CARDINAL CARDINAL
• The named side is the safe side on which to pass HAZARD
Light: VQ (9) 10s Light: VQ(3)5s
They may also be used to emphasise a bend or fork in a or Q (9) 15s YBY BYB or Q (3) 10s
channel, or to mark the end of a shoal.
Cardinal marks are referenced to the points of the compass and
named after the quadrant in which they are placed relative
to the danger or hazard they mark. The four quadrants (N, SW SE
E, S and W) are defined by the True bearings NW–NE, NE–SE, YB
SE–SW and SW–NW from the danger or hazard. It follows
that you should normally pass north of a NCM, east of an
SOUTH CARDINAL
ECM and so on.
Light: VQ (6) + L Fl 10s or Q (6) + L Fl 15s
Topmarks: 2 black cones in various unique combinations.
Colour: yellow and black bands (black always relates to the
points of the cones), as shown in the diagram. o’clock flashes continuously; an ECM at 3 o’clock flashes
Lights: always white, Q or VQ, as defined in Fig 3(5). The groups of 3; a SCM flashes groups of 6 + a long flash (at least
number of flashes relates to the ‘clock code’: a NCM at 12 2 secs duration); and a WCM flashes groups of 9.
3.4.2 Lateral marks indicate the sides of a well-defined channel according to the direction of buoyage (3.4.8). If PHM or
SHM marks do not rely on shape for identification, they carry the appropriate topmarks where practicable. In Region A:
• PHM marks are red. Shape: can, spar or pillar. Topmark, • SHM marks are green (exceptionally, black). Shape: conical,
if fitted: red can. Even numbering. Light: red; any rhythm spar or pillar. Topmark, if fitted: green cone, point up. Odd
except (2+1). numbering. Light: green; any rhythm except (2+1).
Navigable channel
R R G G
Port hand marks Starboard hand marks
(PHM) (SHM)
Direction of buoyage
3.4.3 Preferred channel marks At a channel junction the preferred channel may be shown by a lateral mark with red or
green bands. The alternate channel (to the same destination) lies on the other side of this mark. Topmarks are those of a
PHM or SHM. Think of a PCP (see below) as a SHM modified by a R band, and the PCS as a PHM modified by a G band.
Preferred channel to port (PCP) Preferred channel to starboard (PCS)
SHM mark, green with red band. Light (if fitted): Fl (2+1) G. PHM mark, red with green band. Light (if fitted): Fl (2+1) R.
GRG RGR
Preferred Alternate Alternate Preferred
channel channel channel channel
GRG RGR
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3.4.4 Isolated danger marks (IDM) are placed on or above 3.5 SATELLITE NAVIGATION
an isolated danger of limited extent, eg a rock or a wreck, 3.5.1 GPS
which has navigable water all around it. The NAVSTAR Global Positioning System (GPS) is owned and
operated by the United States Department of Defense (DoD).
It provides world-wide, 24 hours a day, precise position,
BRB BRB velocity and time information to anyone with a suitable
Colour: black with red band(s). Topmark: 2 black balls (vert). receiver. The system consists of at least 24 operational
Light, if any, is a group of two white flashes, Fl (2). satellites, orbiting 10,900M (20,200km) above the earth, in
6 orbital planes inclined at 55° to the equator. Positional
3.4.5 Safe water marks (SWM) indicate that there is accuracy is within 33m for 95% of the time; for the remaining
navigable water all round the mark. They are used as 5% of the time errors of up to 100m are theoretically possible.
centreline, mid-channel or landfall marks. Signal propagation delays can cause errors of up to 5m; other
system errors are up to 2·5m.
GPS accuracy has been enhanced by Differential GPS (DGPS)
RW RW in which a complementary MF signal (283.5–315 KHz) is
Shape: spherical, pillar or spar. Colour: red and white vertical transmitted from terrestrial beacons. The accuracy of the
stripes. Topmark: 1 R ball, but only on pillar or spar buoys. Standard Positioning Service is now proven and DGPS is being
Light, if any, is white, occulting, isophase, L Fl 10s or Morse withdrawn. UK DGPS ceased on 31 Mar 2022.
code ‘A’ (0 1) Errors may occur when used with charts drawn from surveys
which pre-date GPS. Source diagrams on Admiralty charts
3.4.6 Special marks are not of navigational significance
show survey dates. Corrections must be made before plotting
but indicate a special area usually depicted on the chart, eg
GPS positions on charts not referenced to the WGS84 datum
spoil grounds, naval exercise areas, water-ski and bathing
(see 3.5.5).
areas. Other features include yacht racing marks, cables
or pipelines, outfalls, ODAS buoys and TSS marks (where Increasingly GPS is integrated within plotters, but also in
conventional channel marks might cause confusion). tablets and phones. Stand alone receivers are increasingly
rare. It is now normal to choose navigational equipment or
an application and use either the integral GPS or purchase
Y Y Y Y a compatible GPS antenna with necessary interface or data
connectivity (NMEA is common). Compatibility with Galileo
Colour: yellow. Shape: optional, but not conflicting with
lateral or safe water marks. If can or conical buoys are used (see 3.5.4) is desirable.
they indicate the side on which to pass. Topmark if fitted: 3.5.2 EGNOS
yellow X. Light if fitted: yellow, any rhythm not used for EGNOS is a Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS). It
Cardinal, IDM and SWM marks. consists of 3 geostationary satellites, a network of 34 ground
stations for ranging and monitoring, 4 master control centres
3.4.7 New dangers Emergency wreck-marking buoys are and 6 up-link stations. The ‘Wide Area’ is bounded by Iceland,
used before other marks can be deployed. They are pillar Murmansk, Greece and Marrakesh. Many receivers display a
Navigation
or spar shaped with blue and yellow vert stripes; WRECK is ‘WAAS operating’ indication. Measured performance (99%
painted vert in black on yellow; optional topmark yellow accuracy of 1–2m) far exceeds expectations. It enhances GPS
+; light Al Bu/Y 3s 4M; Racon ‘D’ (poo) and/or AIS are accuracy and will augment Galileo on its introduction.
optional.
3.5.3 GPS integrity monitoring
YBu YBu Urgent information is given in MSI broadcasts by HM CG on
VHF or MF, and by Navtex message category J (see Ch 6).
Newly discovered hazards – wrecks, obstructions, rocks or
shoals – are marked by IALA cardinal or lateral buoys, often 4 The US CG issues daily status information which may be found
or more where the risk to other vessels is high. For emphasis on www.navcen.uscg.gov. The US Government states that,
one of the marks may be duplicated until the hazard has although GPS is primarily for military use, it is committed to
been adequately publicised. A Racon coded ‘D’ (poo) and/or provide the best possible service to civil and commercial users
an AIS transducer may also be fitted. worldwide – both in times of peace and conflict.
3.4.8 Conventional direction of buoyage 3.5.4 Other satellite-based systems

This is defined as either: the Local direction when entering The Global Navigation Satellite System (GLONASS) operated
estuaries and large waterways from seaward. by the Russian Federation is similar to GPS with 27 satellites in
Or elsewhere as the General direction of buoyage which in orbit to support a need for an operational cluster of 24. It is
principle is clockwise around continents. usable by enabled devices and some navigational systems.
Around the UK the general direction is N up the W coast Galileo is a European satellite system, compatible with
and the Irish Sea, E up the English Channel, thence N up the GPS and GLONASS but promising greater accuracy. The
North Sea (necessitated by the clockwise direction around constellation consists of 26 satellites, plus 3 in-orbit spares.
mainland Europe). Orbits will be in 3 planes inclined at 56™ to the equator and
If there is doubt, the direction is marked on charts by a broad at a height of 23,616km, giving coverage in latitudes up to
arrowhead as shown in 3.4.2. Off Orfordness, Suffolk, for 75™N or S. Continuing UK involvement remains subject to
example, the local direction into the Thames Estuary is SW negotiation.
but the general direction is N. More details are in ALRS Vol 2, NP 282.
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Datums – Radar and AIS
3.5.5 Horizontal datums Others may be updated by download over the internet. ARCS
Spheroids are mathematical models of the Earth’s surface (Admiralty Raster Chart Service) has a licence system with
from which horizontal datums are derived for specifying update discs supplied weekly, quarterly or annually.
position on the Earth’s surface. GPS uses the World Geodetic Electronic charts depend on a reliable power source.
System 84 (WGS84). With the exception of much of the coast Provision needs to be made for power or equipment failure
of Ireland and Western Scotland, Admiralty charts of UK by a carrying a second suitable battery powered device or
waters have now been converted to the ETRS 89 datum, as paper charts. It is wise to carry a selection of paper charts as
have most charts of NW Europe. This is WGS84 compatible. an ultimate fallback.
Many charts of Iberia are still to ED 50 but progress is being
made. Chartlets in this Almanac are referenced to WGS84. 3.7.1 Raster charts
Raster charts are produced by scanning the paper chart. They
GPS fixes can be plotted directly onto charts which are
are selective but exact electronic copies of originals. Admiralty
referenced to WGS84, but on other charts the coordinates
raster charts are ARCS; Maptech is the US equivalent.
read from the GPS receiver must be converted to the datum
of the chart in use. The datum used is always printed on the Adjacent charts can be automatically linked (known as quilting)
chart, normally under ‘SATELLITE-DERIVED POSITIONS’. This to prevent ‘sailing off the edge’ of the previous one.
gives the latitude and longitude corrections to be applied Zooming in on a raster chart does not produce more detail,
to satellite positions before plotting them on the chart. The it enlarges the image. The lack of visual clarity associated
difference between WGS84 and other horizontal datums indicates the need to use a larger scale chart, details of which
varies with location and can vary from tens of metres, up to are included in the folio and may be selected digitally.
a maximum of 7 miles in the Pacific. There are 2 options:
3.7.2 Vector charts
• Set the receiver to WGS84 and manually apply the Vector charts are produced by digitising paper charts.
adjustment given on the chart before plotting the They are used in most dedicated chartplotters and build
position. Take care to apply the adjustment accurately; the information up in layers, such as seabed detail, depth
there is a worked example on each chart. contours, buoyage, and topographic features. Layers can be
• Set your receiver to the datum of the chart in use. de-selected to increase the clarity of the plotter display.
The corrections will automatically be applied by the The data seamlessly covers an area such as the Central
receiver’s software. This method is convenient but English Channel rather than using a folio of separate charts.
not necessarily very accurate due to the random It provides cartographic coverage right down to harbour
nature of the differences and software limitations. details. Zooming in provides large scale coverage with more
detail, rather than a simple enlargement of the chart.
The first option is advised by UKHO. Always check the datum
of your chart. Do not assume that an adjacent chart will use However, all information displayed is scale dependent.
the same datum. See ALRS Vol 2 for further information. Some detail including hazards is only shown once the
appropriate scale is selected. Incidents have shown the
3.6 HYDROGRAPHIC SURVEYS need to access detail on larger scale layers to provide
advanced warning.
3.6.1 Types of Survey
In busy waterways, coastal areas and regions of undersea Vector charts are ‘intelligent’ and interact with their host
exploration and exploitation, multibeam and towed sidescan systems which allows the user to interrogate chart symbols
sonars have recorded almost continuous underwater data. or be warned of impending dangers. Blue Charts, C-Map,
These greatly improve seabed definition and plot hydrographic and Navionics are all examples.
feature such as reefs accurately through satellite geolocation.
Less frequented areas rely on older surveys and small scale
3.8 WAYPOINTS
charts still use passage soundings and lead line surveys. It is 3.8.1 Waypoint navigation
imperative to know the nature and quality of source data. • Waypoints (WPT or K) are any geographical positions,
3.6.2 Inshore Surveys usually associated with electronic navigation, and
Conducted regularly in the vicinity of ports, but less frequently normally expressed as a latitude and longitude. They
elsewhere these are limited in water less than 5m in depth. may be used as departure or arrival points, route
Here, surveys using ships is difficult and hazardous. Along turning points, or any other chosen positions to aid
this coastal strip of very shallow water, aircraft overflights navigation.
use Light Detection and Ranging (LIDAR) to compare returns • In Chapter 9 the waypoint for each harbour under the
from coloured lasers shone into shallow water from above. Navigation sub-heading is a safe position from which
These identify shallow water features, but conditions can to begin the approach. The WPT below the title is
adversely effect results, changing the extent of charted rocks usually the harbour entrance or final WPT.
and drying ground. Traditional visual transits shown on paper • Section 4 of each Area (Lights, buoys and waypoints)
charts may appear impassable on digital vector systems. lists the positions of selected lights and buoys which
may be used as waypoints, but see 3.8.2 below. The
3.7 ELECTRONIC CHARTS Lat/Long, taken from a large scale chart, is usually
Electronic charts fall into two main types: raster and stated to 0’·01 of a minute.
vector. They are produced as a cartridge-type chip for • Discrepancies in position may result from different
use in chartplotters, as CDs for PCs and laptops or can be horizontal datums, incomplete data or survey data
downloaded. Coverage is virtually worldwide. It is advisable deemed inadequate by modern standards. Charts may
to ascertain what updating service is provided; for many it is also contain very small integral errors.
a simple part-exchange of old for new for a reasonable fee.
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• ‘Track’ means track over the ground, not heading. 3.9.1 Handheld and portable chartplotters
For example, if required to approach a harbour (or Modern handheld plotters offer electronic chart displays
waypoint) on a track of 090°, the waypoint should be with all the usual GPS features. Although they are capable
kept on a constant bearing of 090°. Any significant of chart overview, they have very limited screen size. They
deviation from that track could stand you into are ideal as an independent battery powered back-up to the
danger. boat’s primary GPS receiver and plotter.
Portable plotters have a screen at least 3 x 4” (75 x 103mm),
3.8.2 Loading waypoints about the smallest practical size to avoid excessive zooming.
It is very easy to make mistakes when loading waypoints. The They are ideal for use in smaller craft or as a cockpit display
following measures may prevent errors: and back-up in larger craft.
• Try to work without interruption. 3.9.2 Fixed plotters
• While planning your route, plot intended waypoints Fixed plotters are permanently mounted, at the chart table,
on the chart(s) before loading them into electronic on the pedestal or at the wheel on a bridge or fly-bridge,
memories. This ensures that the track(s) between with optional repeaters elsewhere. Many plotters have split
waypoints will not lead you into danger, across shoals, or multiple screens and may, with professional installation,
rocks or even over dry land. allow much onboard data to be displayed. Increasingly they
• Published waypoints (including those in this Almanac) perform additional functions with dedicated power supplies,
should be verified by first plotting them on the chart. ruggedised build and water resistance.
It helps to label each waypoint with a number or 3.9.3 PC-based plotters
name. PCs and laptops are used at sea with navigational software
• Undetected errors in lat/long values can cause major and electronic charts linked to a GPS receiver to provide
navigational problems, usually at the most awkward real-time navigation. Software add-ons include tidal stream
moment. data, forecasts, communication links, autopilot controls and,
• Ensure that positions have been accurately extracted for the racing yachtsman, tactical features such as tacking
from the paper chart. and gybing angles, instrument displays, countdown timing
and startline overview. If not fitted with an integral or USB
• Use the correct format for entering data. Check in the
GPS receiver, they require linking to the vessel’s GPS NMEA.
equipment’s handbook.
Mounting, shock resistance, configuration and a reliable
• Check that tracks and distances between waypoints, power supply may pose problems. Laptops have many other
as computed by the equipment, agree with those uses onboard and can, of course, be taken ashore for security
measured directly off the paper chart. and passage planning.
• Check longitude for E or W, especially when near the 3.9.4 Tablets and mobile phones
Greenwich Meridian. Tablets and mobile phones are increasingly being used as
• Ask another crew member to double-check your work. handheld and portable plotters. Electronic chart packages
are cheap, with the GPS receiver normally integrated in the
3.9 CHARTPLOTTERS device which is readily carried everywhere. They can, with
Navigation
Chartplotters, linked to GPS receivers, fall into three main appropriate applications, be used effectively. However, their
categories: handheld/portable, fixed and PC-based. Their ease of use and familiarity can lead to poor practice. All advice
greatest benefit is that they continuously display the boat’s as to origin and accuracy of data applies. Battery life can be
position on an electronic chart; many also give tidal data. a problem as can reliability in the marine environment, and
The downside is that they may make you navigationally they should not be relied on as the sole navigational aid.
lazy, to the extent that a total GPS failure could leave some
navigators literally lost. See 3.2 and 3.2.1. 3.10 RADAR AND AIS
3.10.1 Radar
Some plotters can be interfaced with an autopilot, engine
Radar (Radio Direction and Range) is used for both collision
data, instrument data and even video/live-cam coverage of
avoidance and navigation. To realise its full potential a sound
remote onboard areas. They may display depth and radar
understanding of its operation and limitations is required.
overlays on the same screen as the chart. There are many
The manufacturer’s instruction book should be read carefully;
available options, and choice depends on what you want
time spent practising with the set to obtain optimum
and what you wish to spend. However:
performance in different conditions will build confidence.
• Although a chartplotter greatly assists the navigator, it Many controls have automatic default settings, but the best
is only one aid to navigation. It is excellent for pilotage results can often be obtained by manual tuning. Correct
when augmented by compass and echo sounder, but interpretation of the display is fundamental to success.
is no substitute for a good lookout. Small craft radars transmit very short pulses of microwaves
• Be particularly wary if the GPS is coupled with an in the X-band (about 9500 MHz/3cm wavelength). Each pulse
autopilot – not recommended in confined waters. lasts less than a microsecond (pulse length) and the number
of pulses transmitted per second (pulse repetition frequency
• GPS can easily be interrupted; it may even fail or PRF) is normally between 800 and 3000. Modern radar
completely. It is therefore essential to maintain a systems use Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave (FMCW)/
written log of the boat’s positions, courses and speeds. broadband, constantly changing frequency and often use
From this a reliable and reasonably accurate DR/EP plot Pulse Compression. They use less power, yet give better close
may be drawn up. range definition and higher angular resolution.
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Radar and AIS – Hazards
3.10.2 Radar display modes • A risk of collision exists if another contact is on a steady
Typical small craft radars can be interfaced with a flux gate
bearing with its range decreasing. If the bearing
compass to give three heading modes:
changes appreciably, assess whether the vessel will
• North-up: North is at the top of the display, the same cross ahead or astern of you.
as the chart. This mode helps general orientation. • To decide the correct action to take, plot the contact
• Head-up: Ship’s current heading is at the top of the at regular intervals on a plotting sheet and determine
display. As the heading changes, the picture rotates; its course, speed, CPA and time to CPA.
all bearings of radar returns are relative to the ship’s • PIotting intervals depend on the contact’s rate of
head. closure. Keep plotting until all risk of collision is over.
• Course-up: The selected course is at the top of the
display. If a new course is selected, the picture 3.10.5 Radar in fog
rotates. As heading alters, the heading marker moves When navigating in poor visibility a thorough working
in unison. This is arguably the best mode for use in knowledge of Rule 19 of the Colregs is absolutely essential.
collision avoidance. Rule 19 is unusual in that:
In relative motion mode the ship is usually at the centre of • It differs markedly from Rules 11–18 (Conduct of vessels
the display, and the land appears to move in the opposite in sight of one another) which clearly distinguish
direction to the vessel. The display can be offset so that a larger between stand-on and give-way vessels. Rule 19
area of the screen is ahead, astern or abeam of the vessel. contains no such distinction; every vessel is responsible
In true motion mode the vessel moves across the screen, for keeping clear of others.
and the land stays still. This may seem ideal, but there are • It states what avoiding actions should not be taken,
disadvantages: it is not obvious if a contact is closing on leaving you to infer what positive options are open
a steady bearing; precise speed input is essential; and the to you. These boil down to:
image must be reset when close to the edge of the screen. • Alter to starboard for a vessel forward of the beam
Some radar sets have split screens for simultaneous displays (unless you are overtaking) and alter away from a
of, for example, radar picture, chartplotter and echosounder vessel abeam or abaft the beam.
data.The ability to overlay the radar picture on the electronic • In practice this means that you should always alter your
chart can be invaluable when trying to distinguish charted course to starboard except for a vessel on your own
objects from other contacts. starboard quarter – or if you are overtaking.
• Some commercial vessels greatly exceed the safe speed
3.10.3 Radar as an aid to navigation stipulated by the Colregs. Small craft skippers should
When used properly radar is a very useful aid to navigation,
be aware of this when deciding what avoiding action
but it does have limitations:
to take in restricted visibility.
• Radar cannot see behind objects or around corners; it may
not detect small objects and it may not differentiate GRP yachts produce a poor radar return; an effective radar
between two targets that are close together. reflector is essential to enable detection by other vessels.
• Objects with flat surfaces, such as buildings or cliffs, 3.10.6 AIS
reflect better than those with curved or sloping Automatic Identification System (AIS) transmits information to
surfaces. A low coastline which is below the radar other ships and shore authorities. SOLAS requires it to be
horizon will not be detected, but returns from more fitted to vessels over 300 GRT. In addition to vessel tracking
distant high ground may be received, giving a false AIS data is widely used to augment collision avoidance by
impression of the range of the nearest land. presenting position, course, speed and identity information
• Radar beams do not discriminate bearing accurately: continuously in near real-time.
3 ranges will give a better fix than 3 radar bearings. Each ship’s course and speed vector is shown by a symbol on an
• The distance of the radar horizon is slightly greater than AIS screen or overlaid on radar, chart plotter or PC. This data
that of the visible horizon under average atmospheric may also appear in a text box as heading, COG & SOG, range,
conditions. It is given by R = 2·2 x ùHs where R = Range CPA, position, ship’s name (derived from its MMSI), and her
(M) and Hs scanner height (m). Most small craft radars status – under power or sail, anchored, constrained by draught,
have a maximum range of 16 to 24M depending upon restricted in ability to manoeuvre, not under command.
power output and scanner and target heights. Increasingly lights, buoys and other aids to navigation (AtoN)
are now fitted with AIS. On Admiralty charts, these are shown
3.10.4 Radar for collision avoidance
by a magenta circle around the A2N and the notation ‘AIS’.
To determine if a risk of collision exists individual contacts
Information available depends on the display system fitted
need to be tracked in order to assess their courses, speeds
onboard. Not all (esp early) receivers are A2N capable.
and closest point of approach (CPA). Practice makes perfect;
you should be able to track, plot and assess up to 3 contacts Caveats: Many small vessels are not fitted with AIS, and some
simultaneously. Modern digital radar plotters automate this. may not have it switched on; some only display 3 lines of
In relative motion mode another vessel’s course and speed text, not a plot; in busy areas only the strongest signals may
are not obvious from the radar display; it needs to be worked be shown; AIS may distract a bridge watchkeeper or lookout
out by resolving the relative velocity triangle. from his visual and radar watch; GPS/electronic failures
invalidate AIS and it does not yet feature in the Colregs.
• A vessel moving in the same direction and at the same AIS is not mandatory for leisure craft, but Class B transmitters/
speed as you is stationary relative to your boat. transceivers for non-SOLAS vessels are available. Receivers,
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either standalone, or integrated in a plotter or computer, 3.11.3 Ramarks

will provide accurate and continuous display of other ships’ Ramarks are similar to Racons but are not triggered by a
courses and speeds (over the ground) and identity. In areas ship’s radar. Their continuous transmission forms a line of
of traffic concentration Class B transmitters may be excluded Morse characters which radiates from the centre of the radar
from the network if there are no available time slots. display to its edge, and cannot therefore give range. There
Note: AIS is to some extent dependent on user inputs, and it are very few, if any, in the area covered by this Almanac.
is not a radar despite what some advertisements may imply.
3.12 NAVIGATIONAL WARNINGS
3.11 RACONS AND RAMARKS Navigational warnings are promulgated for 16 NavAreas
3.11.1 Racons (I–XVI) worldwide. An Area co-ordinator oversees each
A Racon is a transponder beacon often fitted to light vessels, NavArea and handles inputs from national and other
lighthouses and important buoys. It appears on charts as a authorities. The 3 types of navigational warnings are:
magenta circle marked Racon. When triggered by a vessel’s NavArea warnings which deal with Oceanic matters and are
radar transmission it emits a distinctive coded return, much transmitted by SafetyNet and Navtex at scheduled times in
more easily recognised than a normal radar return. English and other languages.
Racon Ship's Head Coastal warnings, up to 250M offshore, are issued by a
Flash Marker national authority and broadcast in English or the local
Coded
language by Navtex, SafetyNet or VHF Coast radio stations.
These warnings cover navaids, lights, buoys, rocks, wrecks,
naval exercises, SAR operations, cable laying, piracy, etc.
Uncoded
Local warnings supplement the above for inshore waters
Typical Racon and within port limits. They are issued by port, pilotage or
displays CG authorities in English and/or the local language.
Full details for all the Areas covered by this Almanac, including
Fig 3(6) Radar beacon responses broadcast times, are in Chapter 5.
A Racon’s return or ‘flash’ appears on the radar display as a
line or narrow sector radiating outwards from a point slightly 3.13 HAZARDS
beyond the Racon’s actual position. Thus a vessel’s distance 3.13.1 Submarines
from the Racon, measured from where the flash begins, is Fishing vessels, and occasionally yachts, have been snagged
slightly more than the actual distance. This is due to the or hit by submarines operating just below the surface. The
slight response delay in the Racon apparatus. The coded risk is greatest in the western English Channel, Irish Sea, Firth
identification flash is usually a Morse Code letter whose of Clyde, North Channel and West Scotland, especially at
dashes/dots form a bold tail; see Fig 3(6). Racons fitted to night. Submarine exercise areas are shown by name and/or
temporary ‘new danger’ buoys are coded ‘D’, have a 10M number in 9.8.23 and 9.9.16.
range and are ‘frequency agile’.
Listen to and take heed of Subfacts (see Chapter 5). If possible
Racon’s maximum range is typically 10M but may be greater. avoid areas of known submarine activity, but when in an
Navigation
In practice, range depends on the type, power and elevation exercise area the best advice is:
of both the Racon and vessel’s radar. FMCW/broadband may
not trigger a response at all while a 2–3kW scanner mounted • Keep clear of any vessel flying Code flags ‘NE2’ which
at a height of 5m might not receive a buoy-mounted Racon, indicate that submarines are in the vicinity.
height also 5m, beyond 6M. • Run the engine and operate the echo sounder, which
Abnormal radio propagation may cause a spurious flash may indicate your presence to the submarine.
to be seen far beyond the quoted range, appearing along • At night show navigation lights low down, on pulpit
the correct bearing but at random ranges. A flash can only and stern. They are more likely to be seen by a
be relied upon if it seems to be stable and is within its submarine at periscope depth than a tricolour at the
quoted range. At short ranges a Racon can cause unwanted masthead.
interference on the radar which may be reduced by adjusting
the rain clutter control on the radar receiver. 3.13.2 Gunfacts
Gunfacts are warnings of intended naval gunnery and missile
3.11.2 Racon details
practice firings, and underwater explosions. They do not
Racons are shown under ‘Lights, buoys and waypoints’ for
restrict the passage of any vessel, and the onus for safety is
each Area in Chapter 9 of this Almanac. Details given are:
on the firing warship. For further details see Chapter 5.
• The Morse identification signal.
• Approximate maximum reception range (M). 3.13.3 Mines
In the very unlikely event of coming across a mine at sea:
• The angular sector (if other than 360°) within which
the Racon signal can be received. • Keep well clear, and do not prod it with a boathook.
Most Racons respond through 360° and scan the 3cm • Do not try to tow it to port. Financial rewards for such
(X-band) frequency range. Frequency-agile Racons respond action have been discontinued.
automatically to both 3cm and 10cm (S-band) emissions. But
• Inform the Coastguard on Ch 16 immediately, and make
the agile response is switched off for a few seconds every
an ‘All Ships’ Sécurité broadcast so that ships in the
minute, so that the Racon response does not obscure any
vicinity are aware of the situation.
radar echoes which are needed.
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Offshore energy – Navigational tables
3.14 OFFSHORE ENERGY INSTALLATIONS • Spacing – wind farm turbines are usually spaced 500m
In addition to well-established offshore oil and gas platforms, or more apart depending on the size of the turbine
Offshore Renewable Energy Installations (OREIs) may be
• Depth of water – most wind turbines operate in
encountered across the area covered by the Almanac. OREIs
shallow water, possibly restricting navigable channels
include wind farms, operational and under construction;
wave and tidal/current generators are also being trialled • Seabed changes – wind farm structures may affect
inshore and offshore posing new challenges to navigation. the depth of water through silting/scouring of the
There is no right of access to any OREI and any approach seabed making adjacent depth information unreliable
should only be made in controlled circumstances by trained • Tidal streams – wind farm structures may obstruct
personnel. The visibility of offshore wind, wave and tidal tidal streams locally, creating eddies nearby
energy installations depends on the device type; some are
• Small craft – vessels involved in turbine maintenance
totally submerged while others protrude slightly above the
and safety duties may be encountered or obscured within
sea surface. The marking of offshore wave and tidal energy
or around a wind farm
installations is based on IALA’s recommendations.
• Shore marks – in coastal areas shore marks may also
3.14.1 Gas and oil rigs be obscured by wind farm structures
Gas and oil field structures are found mainly in the North Sea,
Liverpool Bay and Morecambe Bay. There are also numerous • Electrical transformer stations – can be found in or
installations off the west coasts of Denmark, Germany and adjacent to larger wind farms
the Netherlands. With careful passage planning and study • Rotor effects – can change the flow of the wind
of the relevant charts they can usually be passed at a safe • No anchoring is possible due to submarine cables.
distance without undue detours. Most are protected by
Safety Zones, usually 500m radius, in which it is an offence 3.14.5 Wave and tidal installations
for unauthorised vessels to enter, anchor or fish. Small craft There are also many devices that may have unique and very
must stay well clear of all such installations at all times. different designs. They vary from attenuators and overtopping
3.14.2 Wind farms devices on or near the surface to submerged turbines. It is
Wind farms are proliferating, mostly in the shallow waters important to identify the hazard and its means of attachment
over coastal banks. Around the UK they are especially to the seabed. Some may be seabed mounted; others may be
prevalent in the Thames Estuary, from the north Norfolk tethered by floating flexible moorings allowing considerable
coast to Flamborough Head, in Liverpool Bay and Morecambe lateral movement. Great care should be taken in the vicinity
Bay. The turbines give early visual warning of where the of these installations, which should whenever possible be kept
intervening navigable channels lie, thus they may assist well clear.
rather than hinder navigation. Spacing between turbines is Trial arrays are installed and removed at short notice.
generally at least 500m, and the lowest point of the rotor
sweep is at least 22m above MHWS. The number of wind 3.15 NAVIGATIONAL TABLES
turbines worldwide rising, and they will tend to move into Table 3(1) – Distance of horizon
deeper waters (20–25m) and further offshore. Enter with height (m/ft) of eye, and extract the theoretical
More information is in the relevant Areas of this Almanac distance (M) of horizon. Actual distance could be reduced
at: www.offshorewindfarms.co.uk; www.renewableuk.com; by abnormal refraction. Maximum height of eye is desirable;
www.mcga.gov.uk and www.thecrownestate.co.uk. climbing onto the boom may double your height of eye.
3.14.3 Effects on navaids TABLE 3(1) DISTANCE OF HORIZON
Trials show that wind farms have no adverse effects on
GPS, magnetic compasses and VHF. Predictably, however, Height of Horizon Height of Horizon
eye distance eye distance
radar performance is affected by blind or shadow areas,
and by large or spurious echoes. This will inevitably lead metres feet M metres feet M
to increasingly confused radar pictures in areas of multiple
1 3·3 2·1 21 68·9 9·5
wind farms; small craft may be ‘lost’ on other vessels’ 2 6·6 2·9 22 72·2 9·8
radars. Mariners should report any unusual effects found 3 9·8 3·6 23 75·5 10·0
in or near wind farms to the MCA and/or the RYA. 4 13·1 4·1 24 78·7 10·2
5 16·4 4·7 25 82·0 10·4
3.14.4 Navigating within a wind farm 6 19·7 5·1 26 85·3 10·6
It is often impracticable to avoid wind farms without making 7 23·0 5·5 27 88·6 10·8
unacceptable detours. Unlike gas and oil installations, the 8 26·2 5·9 28 91·9 11·0
9 29·6 6·2 29 95·1 11·2
majority of existing wind farms have Safety Zones. During 10 32·8 6·6 30 98·4 11·4
construction a 500m safety zone, which is applicable to all
unauthorised craft, usually exists around the works area. 11 36·1 6·9 31 101·7 11·6
12 39·4 7·2 32 105·0 11·8
Mariners should exercise caution navigating in close proximity 13 42·7 7·5 33 108·3 12·0
14 45·9 7·8 34 111·6 12·1
to wind farms being aware that underwater obstructions 15 49·2 8·1 35 114·8 12·3
may exist. Particular care should be taken passing structures
with vessels in attendance and in any event avoid closing 16 52·5 8·3 36 118·1 12·5
17 55·8 8·6 37 121·4 12·7
within 50m of individual turbines or associated structures. 18 59·1 8·8 38 124·7 12·8
When planning a voyage, mariners should assess hazards and 19 62·3 9·1 39 128·0 13·0
20 65·6 9·3 40 131·2 13·2
associated risks in proximity to wind farms and turbines:
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Table 3(2) – Distance, speed and time extract speed or time as a function of the other two variables;
Enter with time (minutes or decimals of an hour, if using a for example speed over a measured mile. For speeds >20kn,
calculator) and speed (kn) to determine distance run (M). Or use multiples of lesser speeds.
TABLE 3(2) DISTANCE, SPEED AND TIME

TIME SPEED IN KNOTS TIME
Decimal Decimal
of hr Mins 3·0 4·0 5·0 6·0 7·0 8·0 9·0 10·0 11·0 12·0 13·0 14·0 15·0 16·0 17·0 18·0 19·0 20·0 Mins of hr
·0167 1 0·1 0·1 0·1 0·1 0·1 0·2 0·2 0·2 0·2 0·2 0·2 0·3 0·3 0·3 0·3 0·3 0·3 1 ·0167
·0333 2 0·1 0·1 0·2 0·2 0·2 0·3 0·3 0·3 0·4 0·4 0·4 0·5 0·5 0·5 0·6 0·6 0·6 0·7 2 ·0333
·0500 3 0·1 0·2 0·2 0·3 0·3 0·4 0·4 0·5 0·5 0·6 0·6 0·7 0·7 0·8 0·8 0·8 0·9 1·0 3 ·0500
·0667 4 0·2 0·3 0·3 0·4 0·5 0·5 0·6 0·7 0·7 0·8 0·9 0·9 1·0 1·1 1·1 1·2 1·3 1·3 4 ·0667
·0833 5 0·2 0·3 0·4 0·5 0·6 0·7 0·7 0·8 0·9 1·0 1·1 1·2 1·2 1·3 1·4 1·5 1·6 1·7 5 ·0833
·1000 6 0·3 0·4 0·5 0·6 0·7 0·8 0·9 1·0 1·1 1·2 1·3 1·4 1·5 1·6 1·7 1·8 1·9 2·0 6 ·1000
·1167 7 0·4 0·5 0·6 0·7 0·8 0·9 1·1 1·2 1·3 1·4 1·5 1·6 1·8 1·9 2·0 2·1 2·2 2·3 7 ·1167
·1333 8 0·4 0·5 0·7 0·8 0·9 1·1 1·2 1·3 1·5 1·6 1·7 1·9 2·0 2·1 2·3 2·4 2·5 2·7 8 ·1333
·1500 9 0·4 0·6 0·7 0·9 1·0 1·2 1·3 1·5 1·6 1·8 1·9 2·1 2·2 2·4 2·5 2·7 2·8 3·0 9 ·1500
·1667 10 0·5 0·7 0·8 1·0 1·2 1·3 1·5 1·7 1·8 2·0 2·2 2·3 2·5 2·7 2·8 3·0 3·2 3·3 10 ·1667
·1833 11 0·5 0·7 0·9 1·1 1·3 1·5 1·6 1·8 2·0 2·2 2·4 2·6 2·7 2·9 3·1 3·3 3·5 3·7 11 ·1833
·2000 12 0·6 0·8 1·0 1·2 1·4 1·6 1·8 2·0 2·2 2·4 2·6 2·8 3·0 3·2 3·4 3·6 3·8 4·0 12 ·2000
·2167 13 0·6 0·9 1·1 1·3 1·5 1·7 2·0 2·2 2·4 2·6 2·8 3·0 3·2 3·5 3·7 3·9 4·1 4·3 13 ·2167
·2333 14 0·7 0·9 1·2 1·4 1·6 1·9 2·1 2·3 2·6 2·8 3·0 3·3 3·5 3·7 4·0 4·2 4·4 4·7 14 ·2333
·2500 15 0·7 1·0 1·2 1·5 1·8 2·0 2·2 2·5 2·7 3·0 3·2 3·5 3·7 4·0 4·2 4·5 4·7 5·0 15 ·2500
·2667 16 0·8 1·1 1·3 1·6 1·9 2·1 2·4 2·7 2·9 3·2 3·5 3·7 4·0 4·3 4·5 4·8 5·1 5·3 16 ·2667
·2833 17 0·8 1·1 1·4 1·7 2·0 2·3 2·5 2·8 3·1 3·4 3·7 4·0 4·2 4·5 4·8 5·1 5·4 5·7 17 ·2833
·3000 18 0·9 1·2 1·5 1·8 2·1 2·4 2·7 3·0 3·3 3·6 3·9 4·2 4·5 4·8 5·1 5·4 5·7 6·0 18 ·3000
·3167 19 1·0 1·3 1·6 1·9 2·1 2·5 2·9 3·2 3·5 3·8 4·1 4·4 4·8 5·1 5·4 5·7 6·0 6·3 19 ·3167
·3333 20 1·0 1·3 1·7 2·0 2·3 2·7 3·0 3·3 3·7 4·0 4·3 4·7 5·0 5·3 5·7 6·0 6·3 6·7 20 ·3333
·3500 21 1·0 1·4 1·7 2·1 2·4 2·8 3·1 3·5 3·8 4·2 4·5 4·9 5·2 5·6 5·9 6·3 6·6 7·0 21 ·3500
·3667 22 1·1 1·5 1·8 2·2 2·6 2·9 3·3 3·7 4·0 4·4 4·8 5·1 5·5 5·9 6·2 6·6 7·0 7·3 22 ·3667
·3833 23 1·1 1·5 1·9 2·3 2·7 3·1 3·4 3·8 4·2 4·6 5·0 5·4 5·7 6·1 6·5 6·9 7·3 7·7 23 ·3833
·4000 24 1·2 1·6 2·0 2·4 2·8 3·2 3·6 4·0 4·4 4·8 5·2 5·6 6·0 6·4 6·8 7·2 7·6 8·0 24 ·4000
·4167 25 1·3 1·7 2·1 2·5 2·9 3·3 3·8 4·2 4·6 5·0 5·4 5·8 6·3 6·7 7·1 7·5 7·9 8·3 25 ·4167
·4333 26 1·3 1·7 2·2 2·6 3·0 3·5 3·9 4·3 4·8 5·2 5·6 6·1 6·5 6·9 7·4 7·8 8·2 8·7 26 ·4333
·4500 27 1·3 1·8 2·2 2·7 3·1 3·6 4·0 4·5 4·9 5·4 5·8 6·3 6·7 7·2 7·6 8·1 8·5 9·0 27 ·4500
·4667 28 1·4 1·9 2·3 2·8 3·3 3·7 4·2 4·7 5·1 5·6 6·1 6·5 7·0 7·5 7·9 8·4 8·9 9·3 28 ·4667
·4833 29 1·5 1·9 2·4 2·9 3·4 3·9 4·3 4·8 5·3 5·8 6·3 6·8 7·2 7·7 8·2 8·7 9·2 9·7 29 ·4833
·5000 30 1·5 2·0 2·5 3·0 3·5 4·0 4·5 5·0 5·5 6·0 6·5 7·0 7·5 8·0 8·5 9·0 9·5 10·0 30 ·5000
·5167 31 1·6 2·1 2·6 3·1 3·6 4·1 4·7 5·2 5·7 6·2 6·7 7·2 7·8 8·3 8·8 9·3 9·8 10·3 31 ·5167
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·5333 32 1·6 2·1 2·7 3·2 3·7 4·3 4·8 5·3 5·9 6·4 6·9 7·5 8·0 8·5 9·1 9·6 10·1 10·7 32 ·5333
·5500 33 1·6 2·2 2·7 3·3 3·8 4·4 4·9 5·5 6·0 6·6 7·1 7·7 8·2 8·8 9·3 9·9 10·4 11·0 33 ·5500
·5667 34 1·7 2·3 2·8 3·4 4·0 4·5 5·1 5·7 6·2 6·8 7·4 7·9 8·5 9·1 9·6 10·2 10·8 11·3 34 ·5667
·5833 35 1·7 2·3 2·9 3·5 4·1 4·7 5·2 5·8 6·4 7·0 7·6 8·2 8·7 9·3 9·9 10·5 11·1 11·7 35 ·5833
·6000 36 1·8 2·4 3·0 3·6 4·2 4·8 5·4 6·0 6·6 7·2 7·8 8·4 9·0 9·6 10·2 10·8 11·4 12·0 36 ·6000
·6117 37 1·8 2·4 3·1 3·7 4·3 4·9 5·5 6·1 6·7 7·3 8·0 8·6 9·2 9·8 10·4 11·0 11·6 12·2 37 ·6117
·6333 38 1·9 2·5 3·2 3·8 4·4 5·1 5·7 6·3 7·0 7·6 8·2 8·9 9·5 10·1 10·8 11·4 12·0 12·7 38 ·6333
·6500 39 1·9 2·6 3·2 3·9 4·5 5·2 5·8 6·5 7·1 7·8 8·4 9·1 9·7 10·4 11·0 11·7 12·3 13·0 39 ·6500
·6667 40 2·0 2·7 3·3 4·0 4·7 5·3 6·0 6·7 7·3 8·0 8·7 9·3 10·0 10·7 11·3 12·0 12·7 13·3 40 ·6667
·6833 41 2·0 2·7 3·4 4·1 4·8 5·5 6·1 6·8 7·5 8·2 8·9 9·6 10·2 10·9 11·6 12·3 13·0 13·7 41 ·6833
·7000 42 2·1 2·8 3·5 4·2 4·9 5·6 6·3 7·0 7·7 8·4 9·1 9·8 10·5 11·2 11·9 12·6 13·3 14·0 42 ·7000
·7167 43 2·2 2·9 3·6 4·3 5·0 5·7 6·5 7·2 7·9 8·6 9·3 10·0 10·8 11·5 12·2 12·9 13·6 14·3 43 ·7167
·7333 44 2·2 2·9 3·7 4·4 5·1 5·9 6·6 7·3 8·1 8·8 9·5 10·3 11·0 11·7 12·5 13·2 13·9 14·7 44 ·7333
·7500 45 2·2 3·0 3·7 4·5 5·2 6·0 6·7 7·5 8·2 9·0 9·7 10·5 11·2 12·0 12·7 13·5 14·2 15·0 45 ·7500
·7667 46 2·3 3·1 3·8 4·6 5·4 6·1 6·9 7·7 8·4 9·2 10·0 10·7 11·5 12·3 13·0 13·8 14·6 15·3 46 ·7667
·7833 47 2·3 3·1 3·9 4·7 5·5 6·3 7·0 7·8 8·6 9·4 10·2 11·0 11·7 12·5 13·3 14·1 14·9 15·7 47 ·7833
·8000 48 2·4 3·2 4·0 4·8 5·6 6·4 7·2 8·0 8·8 9·6 10·4 11·2 12·0 12·8 13·6 14·4 15·2 16·0 48 ·8000
·8167 49 2·5 3·3 4·1 4·9 5·7 6·5 7·4 8·2 9·0 9·8 10·6 11·4 12·2 13·1 13·9 14·7 15·5 16·3 49 ·8167
·8333 50 2·5 3·3 4·2 5·0 5·8 6·7 7·5 8·3 9·2 10·0 10·8 11·7 12·5 13·3 14·2 15·0 15·8 16·7 50 ·8333
·8500 51 2·5 3·4 4·2 5·1 5·9 6·8 7·6 8·5 9·3 10·2 11·0 11·9 12·7 13·6 14·4 15·3 16·1 17·0 51 ·8500
·8667 52 2·6 3·5 4·3 5·2 6·1 6·9 7·8 8·7 9·5 10·4 11·3 12·1 13·0 13·9 14·7 15·6 16·5 17·3 52 ·8667
·8833 53 2·6 3·5 4·4 5·3 6·2 7·1 7·9 8·8 9·7 10·6 11·5 12·4 13·2 14·1 15·0 15·9 16·8 17·7 53 ·8833
·9000 54 2·7 3·6 4·5 5·4 6·3 7·2 8·1 9·0 9·9 10·8 11·7 12·6 13·5 14·4 15·3 16·2 17·1 18·0 54 ·9000
·9167 55 2·8 3·7 4·6 5·5 6·4 7·3 8·3 9·2 10·1 11·0 11·9 12·8 13·8 14·7 15·6 16·5 17·4 18·3 55 ·9167
·9333 56 2·8 3·7 4·7 5·6 6·5 7·5 8·4 9·3 10·3 11·2 12·1 13·1 14·0 14·9 15·9 16·8 17·7 18·7 56 ·9333
·9500 57 2·8 3·8 4·7 5·7 6·6 7·6 8·5 9·5 10·4 11·4 12·3 13·3 14·2 15·2 16·1 17·1 18·0 19·0 57 ·9500
·9667 58 2·9 3·9 4·8 5·8 6·8 7·7 8·7 9·7 10·6 11·6 12·6 13·5 14·5 15·5 16·4 17·4 18·4 19·3 58 ·9667
·9833 59 2·9 3·9 4·9 5·9 6·9 7·9 8·8 9·8 10·8 11·8 12·8 13·8 14·7 15·7 16·7 17·7 18·7 19·7 59 ·9833
1·0000 60 3·0 4·0 5·0 6·0 7·0 8·0 9·0 10·0 11·0 12·0 13·0 14·0 15·0 16·0 17·0 18·0 19·0 20·0 60 1·0000
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Table 3(3) – Distance off by vertical sextant angle (VSA) If the base of, say, a lighthouse is below the horizon, the VSA
From height (m/ft) of the object read across to the VSA will over-read the distance. For very precise ranges, add the
obtained (corrected for index error). At the top of the table amount by which sea level is below MHWS to the height of
read off the distance (M) of the object. the object (above MHWS) – before entering the table.
TABLE 3(3) DISTANCE OFF BY VERTICAL SEXTANT ANGLE

HEIGHT DISTANCE OF OBJECT (NAUTICAL MILES)
OF OBJECT
ft m 0·2 0·4 0·6 0·8 1·0 1·2 1·4 1·6 1·8 2·0 2·4 2·8 3·2 3·6 4·0 5·0
° ’ ° ’ ° ’ ° ’ ° ’ ° ’ ° ’ ° ’ ° ’ ° ’ ° ’ ° ’ ° ’ ° ’ ° ’ ° ’
33 10 1 33 0 46 0 31 0 23 0 19 0 15 0 13 0 12 0 10
39 12 1 51 0 56 0 37 0 28 0 22 0 19 0 16 0 14 0 12 0 11 0 10
46 14 2 10 1 05 0 43 0 32 0 26 0 22 0 19 0 16 0 14 0 13 0 11
53 16 2 28 1 14 0 49 0 37 0 30 0 25 0 21 0 19 0 16 0 15 0 12 0 11
59 18 2 47 1 24 0 56 0 42 0 33 0 28 0 24 0 21 0 19 0 17 0 14 0 12 0 10
66 20 3 05 1 33 1 02 0 46 0 37 0 31 0 27 0 23 0 21 0 19 0 15 0 13 0 12 0 10
72 22 3 24 1 42 1 08 0 51 0 41 0 34 0 29 0 26 0 23 0 20 0 17 0 15 0 13 0 11 0 10
79 24 3 42 1 51 1 14 0 56 0 45 0 37 0 32 0 28 0 25 0 22 0 19 0 16 0 14 0 12 0 11
85 26 4 01 2 01 1 20 1 00 0 48 0 40 0 34 0 30 0 27 0 24 0 20 0 17 0 15 0 13 0 12
92 28 4 19 2 10 1 27 1 05 0 52 0 43 0 37 0 32 0 29 0 26 0 22 0 19 0 16 0 14 0 13 0 10
98 30 4 38 2 19 1 33 1 10 0 56 0 46 0 40 0 35 0 31 0 28 0 23 0 20 0 17 0 15 0 14 0 11
105 32 4 56 2 28 1 39 1 14 0 59 0 49 0 42 0 37 0 33 0 30 0 25 0 21 0 19 0 16 0 15 0 12
112 34 5 15 2 38 1 45 1 19 1 03 0 53 0 45 0 39 0 35 0 31 0 26 0 23 0 20 0 17 0 16 0 13
118 36 5 33 2 47 1 51 1 24 1 07 0 56 0 48 0 42 0 37 0 33 0 28 0 24 0 21 0 19 0 17 0 13
125 38 5 41 2 56 1 58 1 28 1 11 0 59 0 50 0 44 0 39 0 35 0 29 0 25 0 22 0 20 0 18 0 14
131 40 6 10 3 05 2 04 1 33 1 14 1 02 0 53 0 46 0 41 0 37 0 31 0 27 0 23 0 21 0 19 0 15
138 42 6 28 3 15 2 10 1 37 1 18 1 05 0 56 0 49 0 43 0 40 0 32 0 28 0 24 0 22 0 19 0 16
144 44 6 46 3 24 2 16 1 42 1 22 1 08 0 58 0 51 0 45 0 41 0 34 0 29 0 25 0 23 0 20 0 16
151 46 7 05 3 33 2 22 1 47 1 25 1 11 1 01 0 53 0 47 0 43 0 36 0 30 0 27 0 24 0 21 0 17
157 48 7 23 3 42 2 28 1 51 1 29 1 14 1 04 0 56 0 49 0 45 0 37 0 32 0 28 0 25 0 22 0 18
164 50 7 41 3 52 2 35 1 56 1 33 1 17 1 06 0 58 0 52 0 46 0 39 0 33 0 29 0 26 0 23 0 19
171 52 7 59 4 01 2 41 2 01 1 36 1 20 1 09 1 00 0 54 0 48 0 40 0 34 0 30 0 27 0 24 0 19
177 54 8 18 4 10 2 47 2 05 1 40 1 23 1 12 1 03 0 56 0 50 0 42 0 36 0 31 0 28 0 25 0 20
184 56 8 36 4 19 2 53 2 10 1 44 1 27 1 14 1 05 0 58 0 52 0 43 0 37 0 32 0 29 0 26 0 21
190 58 8 54 4 29 2 59 2 15 1 48 1 30 1 17 1 07 1 00 0 54 0 45 0 38 0 34 0 30 0 27 0 21
197 60 9 12 4 38 3 05 2 19 1 51 1 33 1 20 1 10 1 02 0 56 0 46 0 40 0 35 0 31 0 28 0 22
203 62 9 30 4 47 3 12 2 24 1 55 1 36 1 22 1 12 1 04 0 58 0 48 0 41 0 36 0 32 0 29 0 23
210 64 9 48 4 56 3 18 2 28 1 59 1 39 1 25 1 14 1 06 0 59 0 49 0 42 0 37 0 33 0 30 0 24
217 66 10 06 5 05 3 24 2 33 2 02 1 42 1 27 1 17 1 08 1 01 0 51 0 44 0 38 0 34 0 31 0 25
223 68 10 24 5 15 3 30 2 38 2 06 1 45 1 30 1 19 1 10 1 03 0 53 0 45 0 39 0 35 0 32 0 25
230 70 10 42 5 24 3 36 2 42 2 09 1 48 1 33 1 21 1 12 1 05 0 54 0 46 0 41 0 36 0 32 0 26
236 72 11 00 5 33 3 42 2 47 2 14 1 51 1 35 1 24 1 14 1 07 0 56 0 48 0 42 0 37 0 33 0 27
246 75 11 27 5 47 3 52 2 54 2 19 1 56 1 39 1 27 1 17 1 10 0 58 0 50 0 44 0 39 0 35 0 28
256 78 11 54 6 01 4 01 3 01 2 24 2 01 1 43 1 30 1 20 1 12 1 00 0 52 0 45 0 40 0 36 0 29
266 81 12 20 6 14 4 10 3 08 2 30 2 05 1 47 1 34 1 23 1 15 1 03 0 54 0 47 0 42 0 38 0 30
276 84 12 47 6 28 4 19 3 15 2 36 2 10 1 51 1 37 1 27 1 18 1 05 0 56 0 49 0 43 0 39 0 31
289 88 13 22 6 46 4 32 3 24 2 43 2 16 1 57 1 42 1 31 1 22 1 08 0 58 0 51 0 45 0 41 0 33
302 92 13 57 7 05 4 44 3 33 2 51 2 22 2 02 1 47 1 35 1 25 1 11 1 01 0 53 0 47 0 43 0 34
315 96 14 32 7 23 4 56 3 42 2 58 2 28 2 07 1 51 1 39 1 29 1 14 1 04 0 56 0 49 0 45 0 36
328 100 15 07 7 41 5 09 3 52 3 05 2 35 2 13 1 56 1 43 1 33 1 17 1 06 0 58 0 52 0 46 0 37
341 104 15 41 7 59 5 21 4 01 3 13 2 41 2 18 2 01 1 47 1 36 1 20 1 09 1 00 0 54 0 48 0 39
358 109 16 24 8 22 5 36 4 12 3 22 2 48 2 24 2 06 1 52 1 41 1 24 1 12 1 03 0 56 0 51 0 40
374 114 17 06 8 45 5 51 4 24 3 31 2 56 2 31 2 12 1 58 1 46 1 28 1 16 1 06 0 59 0 53 0 42
394 120 17 57 9 12 6 10 4 38 3 42 3 05 2 39 2 19 2 04 1 51 1 33 1 20 1 10 1 02 0 56 0 45
427 130 19 20 9 57 6 40 5 01 4 01 3 21 2 52 2 31 2 14 2 01 1 41 1 26 1 15 1 07 1 00 0 48
459 140 20 42 10 42 7 11 5 24 4 19 3 36 3 05 2 42 2 24 2 10 1 48 1 33 1 21 1 12 1 05 0 52
492 150 22 03 11 27 7 41 5 47 4 38 3 52 3 19 2 54 2 35 2 19 1 56 1 39 1 27 1 17 1 10 0 56
574 175 25 17 13 17 8 57 6 44 5 24 4 30 3 52 3 23 3 00 2 42 2 15 1 56 1 41 1 30 1 21 1 05
656 200 28 22 15 07 10 12 7 41 6 10 5 09 4 25 3 52 3 26 3 05 2 35 2 13 1 56 1 43 1 33 1 14
738 225 16 54 11 27 8 38 6 56 5 47 4 58 4 21 3 52 3 29 2 54 2 29 2 10 1 56 1 44 1 24
820 250 18 39 12 41 9 35 7 41 6 25 5 30 4 49 4 17 3 52 3 13 2 46 2 25 2 09 1 56 1 33
902 275 20 22 13 54 10 31 8 27 7 03 6 03 5 18 4 43 4 15 3 32 3 02 2 39 2 22 2 08 1 42
984 300 22 03 15 07 11 27 9 12 7 41 6 36 5 47 5 09 4 38 3 52 3 19 2 54 2 35 2 19 1 51
1148 350 17 29 13 17 10 42 8 57 7 41 6 44 6 00 5 24 4 30 3 52 3 23 3 00 2 42 2 10
1312 400 19 48 15 07 12 11 10 12 8 46 7 41 6 51 6 10 5 09 4 25 3 52 3 26 3 05 2 28
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Tables 3(4) and 3(5) – Checking a compass for accuracy Table 3(5) – True bearing of sun at sunrise and sunset
The accuracy of a boat’s magnetic compass can be checked Enter with the approximate latitude and declination,
against the true bearing of the sun at sunrise or sunset. The obtained from Table 3(4). Extract the tabulated bearing.
sun’s declination and the boat’s approximate latitude are all The True bearing is measured from North if declination is
that are needed; no sextant or sight reduction tables. North, or from South if declination is South; towards the East
Since bearings probably cannot be taken with the steering if rising or towards the West if setting.
compass, steer the boat directly towards or away from the For example on 26 Aug, declination 10°N and latitude 45°N:
rising or setting sun, aligning it with the mast. the tabulated bearing is 75·8°, say 76°. If the sun is rising the
Due to refraction, which is about 34’ when observing bodies True bearing will be N76°E, ie 076°T.
on the horizon, the sun’s bearing should be taken when its Apply local magnetic variation to 076°T and compare the
lower limb is just over half a diameter above the horizon. result with the compass reading to determine deviation on
the course steered.
Table 3(4) – Sun’s declination
Enter with the appropriate date band and read across to the 3 examples of different Dec N/S and whether rising/setting:
centre column. Lat Dec SR/SS Tab brg True bearing
Extract and record declination (bold type), noting whether 45° 10°N Setting 76° N76°W = 284°
it is North or South. 45° 10°S Rising 76° S76°E = 104°
45° 10°S Setting 76° S76°W = 256°
Table 3(4) Sun’s declination for 2023

SOUTH DECLINATION NORTH
Dec 07 – Jan 05 23° Jun 05 – Jul 07

Jan 06 – Jan 12 Nov 30 – Dec 06 22° May 29 – Jun 04 Jul 08 – Jul 15
Jan 13 – Jan 18 Nov 24 – Nov 29 21° May 23 – May 28 Jul 16 – Jul 20
Jan 27 – Jan 30 Nov 12 – Nov 15 18° May 10 – May 13 Jul 30 – Aug 02
Jan 31 – Feb 03 Nov 08 – Nov 11 17° May 06 – May 09 Aug 03 – Aug 06
Feb 04 – Feb 06 Nov 05 – Nov 07 16° May 03 – May 05 Aug 07 – Aug 10
Feb 07 – Feb 09 Nov 02 – Nov 04 15° Apr 30 – May 02 Aug 11 – Aug 13
Feb 10 – Feb 12 Oct 30 – Nov 01 14° Apr 26 – Apr 29 Aug 14 – Aug 16
Feb 13 – Feb 15 Oct 27 – Oct 29 13° Apr 23 – Apr 25 Aug 17 – Aug 19
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Feb 27 – Mar 01 Oct 13 – Oct 14 8° Apr 09 – Apr 11 Sep 01 – Sep 03
Mar 02 – Mar 03 Oct 10 – Oct 12 7° Apr 07 – Apr 08 Sep 04 – Sep 05
Mar 09 – Mar 11 Oct 02 – Oct 04 4° Mar 30 – Mar 31 Sep 12 – Sep 13
Mar 12 – Mar 14 Sep 30 – Oct 01 3° Mar 27 – Mar 29 Sep 14 – Sep 16
Mar 15 – Mar 16 Sep 27 – Sep 29 2° Mar 25 – Mar 26 Sep 17 – Sep 18
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TABLE 3(5) TRUE BEARING OF SUN AT SUNRISE AND SUNSET

DECLINATION
LAT 0° 1° 2° 3° 4° 5° 6° 7° 8° 9° 10° 11° LAT
° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° °
30° 90 88·8 87·7 86·5 85·4 84·2 83·1 81·9 80·7 79·6 78·4 77·3 30°
31° 90 88·8 87·7 86·5 85·3 84·2 83·0 81·9 80·6 79·5 78·3 77·1 31°
32° 90 88·8 87·6 86·5 85·3 84·1 82·9 81·7 80·5 79·4 78·2 77·0 32°
33° 90 88·8 87·6 86·4 85·2 84·0 82·8 81·6 80·4 79·2 78·0 76·8 33°
34° 90 88·8 87·6 86·4 85·2 84·0 82·7 81·5 80·3 79·1 77·9 76·7 34°
35° 90 88·8 87·5 86·3 85·1 83·9 82·7 81·4 80·2 79·0 77·8 76·5 35°
36° 90 88·8 87·5 86·3 85·0 83·8 82·6 81·3 80·1 78·8 77·6 76·3 36°
37° 90 88·7 87·5 86·2 85·0 83·7 82·5 81·2 80·0 78·7 77·4 76·2 37°
38° 90 88·7 87·5 86·2 84·9 83·6 82·4 81·1 79·8 78·5 77·3 76·0 38°
39° 90 88·7 87·4 86·1 84·8 83·6 82·3 81·0 79·7 78·4 77·1 75·8 39°
40° 90 88·7 87·4 86·1 84·8 83·5 82·1 80·8 79·5 78·2 76·9 75·6 40°
41° 90 88·7 87·3 86·0 84·7 83·4 82·0 80·7 79·4 78·0 76·7 75·3 41°
42° 90 88·6 87·3 86·0 84·6 83·3 81·9 80·6 79·2 77·8 76·5 75·1 42°
43° 90 88·6 87·3 85·9 84·5 83·1 81·8 80·4 79·0 77·6 76·3 74·9 43°
44° 90 88·6 87·2 85·8 84·4 83·0 81·6 80·2 78·8 77·4 76·0 74·6 44°
45° 90 88·6 87·2 85·7 84·3 82·9 81·5 80·1 78·6 77·2 75·8 74·3 45°
46° 90 88·6 87·1 85·7 84·2 82·8 81·3 79·9 78·4 77·0 75·5 74·0 46°
47° 90 88·5 87·1 85·6 84·1 82·6 81·2 79·7 78·2 76·7 75·2 73·7 47°
48° 90 88·5 87·0 85·5 84·0 82·5 81·0 79·5 78·0 76·5 75·0 73·4 48°
49° 90 88·5 86·9 85·4 83·9 82·4 80·8 79·3 77·7 76·2 74·6 73·1 49°
50° 90 88·4 86·9 85·3 83·8 82·2 80·6 79·1 77·5 75·9 74·3 72·7 50°
51° 90 88·4 86·8 85·2 83·6 82·0 80·4 78·8 77·2 75·6 74·0 72·4 51°
52° 90 88·4 86·7 85·1 83·5 81·9 80·2 78·6 76·9 75·3 73·6 71·9 52°
53° 90 88·3 86·7 85·0 83·3 81·7 80·0 78·3 76·6 74·9 73·2 71·5 53°
54° 90 88·3 86·6 84·9 83·2 81·5 79·8 78·0 76·3 74·6 72·8 71·1 54°
55° 90 88·2 86·5 84·8 83·0 81·3 79·5 77·7 76·0 74·2 72·4 70·6 55°
56° 90 88·2 86·4 84·6 82·8 81·0 79·2 77·4 75·6 73·8 71·9 70·0 56°
57° 90 88·2 86·3 84·5 82·6 80·8 78·9 77·0 75·2 73·3 71·4 69·5 57°
58° 90 88·1 86·2 84·3 82·4 80·5 78·6 76·7 74·8 72·8 70·9 68·9 58°
59° 90 88·1 86·1 84·2 82·2 80·3 78·3 76·3 74·3 72·3 70·3 68·3 59°
60° 90 88·0 86·0 84·0 82·0 80·0 77·9 75·9 73·8 71·8 69·7 67·6 60°
DECLINATION
LAT 12° 13° 14° 15° 16° 17° 18° 19° 20° 21° 22° 23° LAT
° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° °
30° 76·1 74·9 73·8 72·6 71·4 70·3 69·1 67·9 66·7 65·5 64·4 63·2 30°
31° 76·0 74·8 73·6 72·4 71·2 70·0 68·9 67·7 66·5 65·3 64·1 62·9 31°
32° 75·8 74·6 73·4 72·2 71·0 69·8 68·6 67·4 66·2 65·0 63·8 62·6 32°
33° 75·6 74·4 73·2 72·1 70·8 69·6 68·4 67·1 65·9 64·7 63·5 62·2 33°
34° 75·5 74·2 73·0 71·8 70·6 69·3 68·1 66·9 65·6 64·4 63·1 61·9 34°
35° 75·3 74·1 72·8 71·6 70·3 69·1 67·8 66·6 65·3 64·1 62·8 61·5 35°
36° 75·1 73·8 72·6 71·3 70·1 68·8 67·5 66·3 65·0 63·7 62·4 61·1 36°
37° 74·9 73·6 72·4 71·1 69·8 68·5 67·2 65·9 64·6 63·3 62·0 60·7 37°
38° 74·7 73·4 72·0 70·8 69·5 68·2 66·9 65·6 64·3 62·9 61·6 60·3 38°
39° 74·5 73·2 71·9 70·5 69·2 67·9 66·6 65·2 63·9 62·5 61·2 59·8 39°
40° 74·2 72·9 71·6 70·2 68·9 67·6 66·2 64·8 63·5 62·1 60·7 59·3 40°
41° 74·0 72·7 71·3 69·9 68·6 67·2 65·8 64·4 63·0 61·6 60·2 58·8 41°
42° 73·7 72·4 71·0 69·6 68·2 66·8 65·4 64·0 62·6 61·2 59·7 58·3 42°
43° 73·5 72·1 70·7 69·3 67·9 66·4 65·0 63·6 62·1 60·7 59·2 57·7 43°
44° 73·2 71·8 70·3 68·9 67·5 66·0 64·6 63·1 61·6 60·1 58·6 57·1 44°
45° 72·9 71·4 70·0 68·5 67·0 65·6 64·1 62·6 61·1 59·5 58·0 56·4 45°
46° 72·6 71·1 69·6 68·1 66·6 65·1 63·6 62·0 60·5 58·9 57·4 55·8 46°
47° 72·2 70·7 69·2 67·7 66·2 64·6 63·1 61·5 59·9 58·3 56·7 55·0 47°
48° 71·9 70·3 68·8 67·2 65·7 64·1 62·5 60·9 59·3 57·6 55·9 54·3 48°
49° 71·5 69·9 68·4 66·8 65·1 63·5 61·9 60·2 58·6 56·9 55·2 53·4 49°
50° 71·1 69·5 67·9 66·2 64·6 62·9 61·3 59·6 57·8 56·1 54·3 52·6 50°
51° 70·7 69·1 67·4 65·7 64·0 62·3 60·6 58·8 57·1 55·3 53·5 51·6 51°
52° 70·3 68·6 66·9 65·1 63·4 61·6 59·9 58·1 56·3 54·4 52·5 50·6 52°
53° 69·8 68·1 66·3 64·5 62·7 60·9 59·1 57·3 55·4 53·5 51·5 49·5 53°
54° 69·3 67·5 65·7 63·9 62·0 60·2 58·3 56·4 54·4 52·4 50·4 48·3 54°
55° 68·7 66·9 65·1 63·2 61·3 59·4 57·4 55·4 53·4 51·3 49·2 47·1 55°
56° 68·2 66·3 64·4 62·4 60·5 58·5 56·5 54·4 52·3 50·1 47·9 45·7 56°
57° 67·6 65·6 63·6 61·6 59·6 57·5 55·4 53·3 51·1 48·9 46·5 44·2 57°
58° 66·9 64·9 62·8 60·8 58·7 56·5 54·3 52·1 49·8 47·4 45·0 42·5 58°
59° 66·2 64·1 62·0 59·8 57·6 55·4 53·1 50·8 48·4 45·9 43·3 40·7 59°
60° 65·4 63·3 61·1 58·8 56·5 54·2 51·8 49·4 46·8 44·2 41·5 38·6 60°
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Table 3(6) – Distance off lights when rising or dipping range (M) of a light when it first rises above, or finally dips
Enter with height of eye and height of light to extract the below, the horizon. This range, with a bearing, gives a fix.
TABLE 3(6) LIGHTS – DISTANCE OFF (M) WHEN RISING OR DIPPING
HEIGHT OF HEIGHT OF EYE
LIGHT metres 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
metres feet feet 3 7 10 13 16 20 23 26 30 33
10 33 8·7 9·5 10·2 10·8 11·3 11·7 12·1 12·5 12·8 13·2
12 39 9·3 10·1 10·8 11·4 11·9 12·3 12·7 13·1 13·4 13·8
14 46 9·9 10·7 11·4 12·0 12·5 12·9 13·3 13·7 14·0 14·4
16 53 10·4 11·2 11·9 12·5 13·0 13·4 13·8 14·2 14·5 14·9
18 59 10·9 11·7 12·4 13·0 13·5 13·9 14·3 14·7 15·0 15·4
20 66 11·4 12·2 12·9 13·5 14·0 14·4 14·8 15·2 15·5 15·9
22 72 11·9 12·7 13·4 14·0 14·5 14·9 15·3 15·7 16·0 16·4
24 79 12·3 13·1 13·8 14·4 14·9 15·3 15·7 16·1 16·4 17·0
26 85 12·7 13·5 14·2 14·8 15·3 15·7 16·1 16·5 16·8 17·2
28 92 13·1 13·9 14·6 15·2 15·7 16·1 16·5 16·9 17·2 17·6
30 98 13·5 14·3 15·0 15·6 16·1 16·5 16·9 17·3 17·6 18·0
32 105 13·9 14·7 15·4 16·0 16·5 16·9 17·3 17·7 18·0 18·4
34 112 14·2 15·0 15·7 16·3 16·8 17·2 17·6 18·0 18·3 18·7
36 118 14·6 15·4 16·1 16·7 17·2 17·6 18·0 18·4 18·7 19·1
38 125 14·9 15·7 16·4 17·0 17·5 17·9 18·3 18·7 19·0 19·4
40 131 15·3 16·1 16·8 17·4 17·9 18·3 18·7 19·1 19·4 19·8
42 138 15·6 16·4 17·1 17·7 18·2 18·6 19·0 19·4 19·7 20·1
44 144 15·9 16·7 17·4 18·0 18·5 18·9 19·3 19·7 20·0 20·4
46 151 16·2 17·0 17·7 18·3 18·8 19·2 19·6 20·0 20·3 20·7
48 157 16·5 17·3 18·0 18·6 19·1 19·5 19·9 20·3 20·6 21·0
50 164 16·8 17·6 18·3 18·9 19·4 19·8 20·2 20·6 20·9 21·3
55 180 17·5 18·3 19·0 19·6 20·1 20·5 20·9 21·3 21·6 22·0
60 197 18·2 19·0 19·7 20·3 20·8 21·2 21·6 22·0 22·3 22·7
65 213 18·9 19·7 20·4 21·0 21·5 21·9 22·3 22·7 23·0 23·4
70 230 19·5 20·3 21·0 21·6 22·1 22·5 22·9 23·2 23·6 24·0
80 262 20·7 21·5 22·2 22·8 23·3 23·7 24·1 24·5 24·8 25·2
3.16 SUNRISE/SET TIMES 2023 The tables are based on Longitude 0°, so longitude corrections
are required: add 4 minutes of time for every degree West of
Showing times of Sunrise (SR) and Sunset (SS) for every 3rd day,
Greenwich; subtract if East.
the table below is much simpler than in earlier editions.
This does not imply any lack of accuracy since the times of Latitudes 56°N, 48°N and 40°N are chosen so as to split into 3
Sunrise and Sunset never change by more than 8 minutes equal bands the 24° span of latitude from Shetland 60°N to
(and often by only 1–3 minutes) between the given dates. Gibraltar 36°N. Be sure to enter the correct table.
Times are in UT – add 1 hour in non-shaded months to convert to BST
Navigation
LATITUDE 56°N
Rise Set Rise Set Rise Set Rise Set Rise Set Rise Set
JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL MAY JUNE
1 08 31 15 36 07 55 16 32 06 52 17 33 05 32 18 38 04 17 19 39 03 22 20 34
4 08 30 15 40 07 50 16 39 06 45 17 40 05 24 18 44 04 10 19 45 03 19 20 38
7 08 29 15 44 07 43 16 45 06 37 17 46 05 16 18 50 04 04 19 51 03 17 20 41
10 08 26 15 49 07 37 16 52 06 29 17 52 05 08 18 56 03 58 19 57 03 15 20 44
13 08 24 15 54 07 30 16 59 06 21 17 59 05 00 19 02 03 52 20 02 03 14 20 47
16 08 20 15 59 07 24 17 05 06 14 18 05 04 53 19 08 03 46 20 08 03 13 20 49
19 08 17 16 05 07 17 17 12 06 06 18 11 04 45 19 14 03 41 20 13 03 13 20 50
22 08 12 16 11 07 10 17 18 05 58 18 17 04 38 19 20 03 36 20 19 03 13 20 51
25 08 08 16 17 07 02 17 25 05 50 18 23 04 31 19 27 03 31 20 24 03 14 20 51
28 08 03 16 24 06 55 17 31 05 42 18 29 04 24 19 33 03 27 20 28 03 16 20 50
31 07 57 16 30 05 34 18 36 03 23 20 33
JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER

1 03 18 20 49 04 03 20 08 05 04 18 55 06 02 17 36 07 06 16 20 08 06 15 31
4 03 21 20 47 04 09 20 02 05 09 18 48 06 08 17 28 07 13 16 14 08 11 15 29
7 03 24 20 45 04 15 19 56 05 15 18 40 06 14 17 20 07 19 16 08 08 15 15 27
10 03 28 20 42 04 20 19 49 05 21 18 32 06 20 17 13 07 25 16 02 08 19 15 26
13 03 32 20 39 04 26 19 42 05 27 18 24 06 26 17 05 07 32 15 56 08 23 15 25
16 03 36 20 35 04 32 19 35 05 33 18 16 06 33 16 58 07 38 15 51 08 26 15 25
19 03 41 20 31 04 38 19 28 05 39 18 08 06 39 16 50 07 44 15 46 08 28 15 26
22 03 45 20 26 04 44 19 21 05 45 18 00 06 45 16 43 07 50 15 42 08 30 15 27
25 03 51 20 21 04 50 19 13 05 50 17 52 06 51 16 36 07 56 15 38 08 31 15 29
28 03 56 20 16 04 56 19 06 05 56 17 44 06 58 16 29 08 01 15 34 08 32 15 31
31 04 01 20 10 05 02 18 58 07 04 16 22 08 31 15 34
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Sun/Moon rise/set times
LATITUDE 48°N
1 07 50 16 17 07 28 16 59 06 42 17 44 05 39 18 30 04 43 19 13 04 05 19 51
4 07 50 16 20 07 24 17 04 06 36 17 48 05 33 18 34 04 38 19 17 04 03 19 54
7 07 49 16 24 07 20 17 09 06 30 17 53 05 27 18 38 04 33 19 21 04 02 19 56
10 07 48 16 27 07 15 17 14 06 24 17 57 05 21 18 43 04 29 19 25 04 01 19 58
13 07 46 16 31 07 10 17 19 06 18 18 02 05 15 18 47 04 24 19 29 04 00 20 00
16 07 44 16 35 07 05 17 23 06 12 18 06 05 09 18 51 04 21 19 33 04 00 20 02
19 07 42 16 39 07 00 17 28 06 06 18 11 05 04 18 56 04 17 19 37 04 00 20 03
22 07 39 16 44 06 55 17 33 06 00 18 15 04 58 19 00 04 14 19 40 04 01 20 03
25 07 36 16 48 06 49 17 38 05 53 18 19 04 53 19 04 04 11 19 44 04 01 20 04
28 07 33 16 53 06 44 17 42 05 47 18 24 04 48 19 08 04 08 19 47 04 03 20 04
31 07 29 16 58 05 41 18 28 04 06 19 50

1 04 04 20 03 04 36 19 36 05 17 18 42 05 59 17 40 06 44 16 42 07 28 16 09
4 04 06 20 02 04 40 19 32 05 22 18 36 06 03 17 34 06 49 16 38 07 32 16 08
7 04 09 20 01 04 44 19 27 05 26 18 30 06 07 17 28 06 54 16 33 07 35 16 07
10 04 11 19 59 04 48 19 22 05 30 18 24 06 11 17 22 06 58 16 29 07 38 16 07
13 04 14 19 57 04 52 19 17 05 34 18 17 06 16 17 16 07 03 16 25 07 41 16 07
16 04 17 19 55 04 56 19 12 05 38 18 11 06 20 17 10 07 07 16 22 07 44 16 07
19 04 20 19 52 05 00 19 07 05 42 18 05 06 25 17 05 07 12 16 18 07 46 16 08
22 04 23 19 49 05 04 19 01 05 46 17 59 06 29 16 59 07 16 16 16 07 47 16 10
25 04 27 19 45 05 08 18 55 05 50 17 52 06 34 16 54 07 20 16 13 07 49 16 11
28 04 31 19 42 05 12 18 50 05 54 17 46 06 38 16 49 07 24 16 11 07 49 16 13
31 04 34 19 38 05 16 18 44 06 43 16 44 07 50 16 16
LATITUDE 40°N
1 07 22 16 45 07 09 17 19 06 34 17 51 05 45 18 24 05 01 18 54 04 33 19 23
4 07 22 16 48 07 06 17 22 06 29 17 55 05 40 18 27 04 57 18 57 04 32 19 25
7 07 22 16 51 07 03 17 26 06 25 17 58 05 35 18 30 04 53 19 00 04 31 19 27
10 07 22 16 53 06 59 17 29 06 20 18 01 05 30 18 33 04 50 19 03 04 31 19 28
13 07 21 16 57 06 56 17 33 06 15 18 04 05 26 18 36 04 47 19 06 04 31 19 30
16 07 20 17 00 06 52 17 37 06 11 18 07 05 21 18 39 04 44 19 09 04 31 19 31
19 07 18 17 03 06 48 17 40 06 06 18 11 05 17 18 42 04 42 19 12 04 31 19 32
22 07 17 17 07 06 44 17 44 06 01 18 14 05 13 18 45 04 39 19 15 04 31 19 32
25 07 15 17 10 06 40 17 47 05 56 18 17 05 08 18 48 04 37 19 17 04 32 19 33
28 07 12 17 14 06 35 17 50 05 51 18 20 05 04 18 51 04 35 19 20 04 33 19 33
31 07 10 17 17 05 46 18 23 04 34 19 22

1 04 35 19 33 04 58 19 14 05 27 18 32 05 56 17 43 06 29 16 58 07 02 16 35
4 04 36 19 32 05 01 19 11 05 30 18 27 05 59 17 38 06 32 16 55 07 05 16 35
7 04 38 19 32 05 04 19 07 05 33 18 22 06 02 17 33 06 35 16 51 07 08 16 35
10 04 40 19 30 05 06 19 04 05 36 18 18 06 05 17 29 06 39 16 48 07 11 16 35
13 04 42 19 29 05 09 19 00 05 39 18 13 06 08 17 24 06 42 16 46 07 13 16 35
16 04 44 19 27 05 12 18 56 05 41 18 08 06 11 17 20 06 46 16 43 07 15 16 36
19 04 47 19 26 05 15 18 52 05 44 18 03 06 14 17 15 06 49 16 41 07 17 16 37
22 04 49 19 23 05 18 18 47 05 47 17 58 06 18 17 11 06 53 16 39 07 19 16 38
25 04 52 19 21 05 21 18 43 05 50 17 53 06 21 17 07 06 56 16 38 07 20 16 40
28 04 54 19 18 05 24 18 38 05 53 17 48 06 24 17 03 06 59 16 36 07 21 16 42
31 04 57 19 15 05 26 18 34 06 27 16 59 07 22 16 44
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3.17 MOONRISE/SET TIMES 2023 Latitudes 56°N, 48°N and 40°N are chosen so as to split into
three equal bands the 24° span of latitude from Shetland
The table below gives the times of Moonrise (MR) and
60°N to Gibraltar 36°N. Be sure to enter the correct table.
Moonset (MS) for every 3rd day; interpolation is necessary
for other days. The aim is simply to indicate whether the ** Indicates that the phenomenon does not occur.
night in question will be brightly moonlit, partially moonlit The phase of the Moon, ie New Moon, 1st Quarter, Full Moon
or pitch black – depending, of course, on cloud cover. and Last Quarter, are shown on Tide tables and in detail on
The table is based on Longitude 0°. To correct for longitude, add the penultimate page of Chapter 4 (Tides).
4 minutes of time for every degree West; subtract if East.

LATITUDE 56°N
1 12 17 02 47 11 40 05 56 10 18 04 52 12 44 04 59 14 21 03 34 17 25 02 07
4 13 07 06 52 14 40 08 09 13 43 06 36 16 42 05 24 18 25 03 51 22 04 02 52
7 15 38 09 38 18 36 08 51 17 40 07 08 20 48 05 42 23 02 04 26 ** ** 06 03
10 19 30 10 33 22 29 09 10 21 39 07 26 ** ** 06 22 01 23 06 52 00 51 10 56
13 23 22 10 55 01 17 09 35 00 34 07 56 03 23 09 05 02 33 11 37 01 12 15 21
16 02 07 11 17 05 42 11 06 04 37 09 58 04 23 13 55 02 56 16 09 01 43 19 43
19 06 46 12 29 07 43 15 42 06 04 14 45 04 46 18 31 03 22 20 36 03 25 22 46
22 09 23 16 43 08 16 20 36 06 30 19 32 05 15 23 02 04 40 ** ** 07 06 23 43
25 10 01 21 38 08 40 ** ** 06 57 ** ** 06 49 01 30 08 04 01 11 10 59 ** **
28 10 24 00 32 09 37 03 46 08 10 02 42 10 24 03 06 12 00 01 43 14 57 00 15
31 11 09 04 42 11 25 04 43 15 58 02 00

1 19 33 00 51 20 49 02 32 19 37 06 43 18 07 08 53 17 40 12 21 18 46 12 24
4 22 26 03 33 21 22 07 43 20 01 11 27 19 05 13 29 21 08 14 23 22 46 13 02
7 23 07 08 36 21 45 12 20 21 10 15 45 22 08 15 58 ** ** 14 53 01 18 13 17
10 23 28 13 09 22 36 16 41 ** ** 17 53 00 48 16 37 03 39 15 08 05 21 13 38
13 ** ** 17 30 00 10 19 22 03 04 18 27 04 40 16 53 07 49 15 32 09 47 14 59
16 01 19 20 46 03 58 20 09 06 54 18 42 08 41 17 12 12 03 17 10 11 49 19 18
19 04 52 21 51 07 49 20 27 10 56 19 03 13 03 18 19 13 43 21 35 12 19 ** **
22 08 45 22 12 11 44 20 45 15 12 20 22 15 20 22 14 14 10 00 45 12 40 03 03
25 12 36 22 29 16 07 21 43 17 14 ** ** 15 54 01 31 14 32 05 21 13 31 07 35
28 17 02 23 14 18 50 ** ** 17 45 04 03 16 15 06 16 15 33 09 57 16 25 10 24
31 20 23 01 00 19 30 05 03 17 02 11 01 20 28 11 09
Navigation
LATITUDE 48°N
JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL MAY JUNEJUNE
1 12 41 02 26 12 40 04 56 11 21 03 49 13 21 04 20 14 31 03 20 16 59 02 26
4 14 01 05 59 15 30 07 18 14 26 05 51 16 48 05 14 18 05 04 05 21 00 03 46
7 16 34 08 41 18 54 08 29 17 52 06 52 20 24 05 59 22 04 05 13 23 41 06 59
10 19 55 10 05 22 19 09 15 21 22 07 37 ** ** 07 13 00 19 07 55 00 31 11 12
13 23 19 10 53 00 46 10 09 ** ** 08 39 02 22 10 06 02 05 12 02 01 23 15 04
16 01 44 11 44 04 38 12 11 03 32 11 03 03 59 14 16 02 59 15 59 02 25 18 51
19 05 45 13 30 07 06 16 17 05 32 15 13 04 53 18 18 03 56 19 52 04 30 21 46
22 08 39 17 24 08 13 20 33 06 32 19 24 05 55 22 12 05 44 23 07 07 45 23 13
25 09 53 21 41 09 08 ** ** 07 30 23 20 07 54 00 25 08 50 00 23 11 07 ** **
28 10 45 00 14 10 36 02 48 09 13 01 39 11 05 02 23 12 14 01 26 14 36 00 29
31 12 01 03 51 12 12 03 54 15 43 02 09

1 18 34 01 39 20 06 03 27 19 36 06 49 18 34 08 30 18 45 11 16 19 38 11 31
4 21 37 04 34 21 16 07 55 20 34 10 58 20 07 12 28 21 55 13 34 23 05 12 40
7 22 55 08 56 22 10 11 59 22 14 14 42 23 01 15 03 00 13 14 35 01 18 13 22
10 23 46 12 55 23 34 15 44 00 07 17 01 01 19 16 13 03 34 15 16 04 50 14 12
13 00 29 16 41 01 14 18 25 03 31 18 06 04 41 16 56 07 12 16 11 08 40 16 06
16 02 23 19 44 04 33 19 42 06 52 18 48 08 12 17 44 10 55 18 18 11 07 19 58
19 05 34 21 17 07 54 20 27 10 23 19 39 11 57 19 25 13 05 22 11 12 12 ** **
22 08 56 22 06 11 19 21 13 14 05 21 30 14 32 22 59 14 05 00 56 13 03 02 43
25 12 19 22 50 15 06 22 45 16 31 ** ** 15 42 01 49 14 59 04 57 14 29 06 38
28 16 08 ** ** 18 00 00 55 17 39 04 16 16 35 05 59 16 35 08 55 17 21 09 27
31 19 27 02 05 19 18 05 22 18 00 10 05 20 50 10 44
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Moonrise/set times & Phases

LATITUDE 40°N
1 12 58 02 11 13 17 04 19 12 01 03 10 13 46 03 54 14 38 03 10 16 40 02 39
4 14 36 05 25 16 02 06 45 14 55 05 21 16 52 05 07 17 51 04 15 20 21 04 22
7 17 10 08 05 19 07 08 13 18 01 06 41 20 06 06 12 21 27 05 45 23 11 07 34
10 20 13 09 45 22 12 09 18 21 09 07 45 23 39 07 47 ** ** 08 34 00 17 11 23
13 23 17 10 52 00 24 10 33 ** ** 09 08 01 44 10 43 01 45 12 19 01 30 14 52
16 01 27 12 03 03 58 12 51 02 51 11 43 03 42 14 30 03 02 15 53 02 54 18 17
19 05 08 14 08 06 39 16 41 05 10 15 33 04 59 18 08 04 21 19 22 05 09 21 09
22 08 09 17 52 08 10 20 32 06 34 19 18 06 23 21 40 06 24 22 27 08 11 22 52
25 09 47 21 44 09 27 ** ** 07 54 22 51 08 34 ** ** 09 20 ** ** 11 13 23 58
28 11 00 00 02 11 13 02 12 09 53 01 00 11 33 01 54 12 24 01 13 14 21 00 40
31 12 35 03 18 12 44 03 21 15 32 02 16

1 17 57 02 11 19 37 04 02 19 36 06 54 18 53 08 13 19 26 10 36 20 11 10 57
4 21 04 05 12 21 12 08 04 20 56 10 38 20 46 11 50 22 26 13 01 23 18 12 24
7 22 46 09 10 22 28 11 43 22 54 14 03 23 36 14 27 00 30 14 22 01 17 13 25
10 23 59 12 45 ** ** 15 08 00 45 16 28 01 41 15 56 03 31 15 23 04 28 14 36
13 00 56 16 09 01 53 17 48 03 50 17 52 04 42 16 58 06 47 16 39 07 59 16 47
16 03 03 19 05 04 56 19 23 06 51 18 53 07 52 18 07 10 14 18 59 10 38 20 24
19 06 02 20 54 07 57 20 27 10 00 20 04 11 17 20 06 12 38 22 35 12 06 ** **
22 09 04 22 02 11 02 21 32 13 24 22 11 14 00 23 30 14 02 01 04 13 20 02 29
25 12 07 23 05 14 28 23 24 16 02 00 28 15 34 02 03 15 18 04 41 15 06 06 02
28 15 34 00 04 17 26 01 34 17 34 04 25 16 50 05 47 17 14 08 17 17 57 08 51
31 18 50 02 45 19 10 05 36 18 36 09 29 21 06 10 26
3.18 PHASES OF THE MOON 2023 which principally determine Springs, Neaps and tide times (UT)
New Moon 4 First Quarter 5 Full Moon 9 Last Quarter 8
d h m d h m d h m d h m
Jan 6 23 08 Jan 15 02 10
Jan 21 20 53 Jan 28 15 19 Feb 5 18 29 Feb 13 16 01
Feb 20 07 06 Feb 27 08 06 Mar 7 12 40 Mar 15 02 08
Mar 21 17 23 Mar 29 02 32 Apr 6 04 35 Apr 13 09 11
Apr 20 04 13 Apr 27 21 20 May 5 17 34 May 12 14 28
May 19 15 53 May 27 15 22 June 4 03 42 June 10 19 31
June 18 04 37 June 26 07 50 July 3 11 39 July 10 01 48
July 17 18 32 July 25 22 07 Aug 1 18 32 Aug 8 10 28
Aug 16 09 38 Aug 24 09 57 Aug 31 01 36 Sept 6 22 21
Sept 15 01 40 Sept 22 19 32 Sept 29 09 58 Oct 6 13 48
Oct 14 17 55 Oct 22 03 29 Oct 28 20 24 Nov 5 08 37
Nov 13 09 27 Nov 20 10 50 Nov 27 09 16 Dec 5 05 49
Dec 12 23 32 Dec 19 18 39 Dec 27 00 33
Reeds Astro Navigation Tables 2023

The established book of annual astro‐navigation tables,
to enable sailors to navigate confidently
and safely when out of the sight of land
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Tides
4
Tides
4.1 Introduction 54
Tide tables • Spanish Secondary Ports
4.2 Definitions 54
CD • LAT • HAT • OD (Newlyn) • Charted depth • Drying height •
Vertical clearances • Elevation of lights • Height of tide • Rise and Fall
of tide • Duration • Interval • Springs and Neaps • MHWS, MHWN •
MLWS, MLWN • MSL/ML • Range • Standard and Secondary Ports •
Tidal Coefficients
4.3 Calculating times and heights of High and Low Water 55

Standard and Secondary Ports: times of HW and LW • Secondary Ports:
heights of HW and LW • Graphical interpolation
4.4 Calculating intermediate times and heights of tide 56

Standard and Secondary Ports • Factors • The Rule of Twelfths • Co-Tidal
and Co-Range charts
4.5 Calculating clearances below overhead objects 58

4.6 Tidal prediction by computer 58
EasyTide • TotalTide • Commercial software
4.7 Tidal streams 59

Tidal stream atlases • Tidal stream diamonds • Flood streams around UK •
Calculating rates • Tidal streams in rivers
4.8 Meteorological effects 61

Wind • Barometric pressure • Storm warning services
Graph for calculating tidal stream rates 62 Tides
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Introduction – Tidal calculations
4.1 INTRODUCTION which at times is covered by water. The figures, in metres

This chapter provides background information on the tidal and decimetres, are underlined on the chart. The depth of
data in Chapter 9 of this Almanac, where times and heights water over a drying feature is the height of tide minus the
of HW and LW are shown for Standard Ports, and time drying height. If the result is negative, then the feature is
and height differences for their associated Secondary Ports. uncovered at that time.
Tides are predicted for average meteorological conditions. In Vertical clearances under bridges and power lines
the UK the average pressure is about 1013mb. A difference of These are measured above HAT. Some older charts may still
34mb can cause the tide to rise (lower pressure) or fall (higher show clearances above MHWS; see 4.5.
pressure) by about 0·3m. See 4.8 for more details.
Elevation of lights
4.1.1 Admiralty Tide Tables (ATT) Vol I and Vol II The charted height of a light (its elevation) is measured
These are the source for all tidal data in this Almanac. above MHWS.
• Vol 1 (NP 201 A / B) UK and Ireland (including Channel Height of tide
ports from Hoek van Holland to Brest) The height of the tide is the vertical distance of the sea level
• Vol 2 (NP 202) Europe (excluding UK, Ireland and above (or very occasionally below) CD. Predicted heights are
Channel ports), Mediterranean and the Atlantic given in metres and decimetres.
Standard Port predictions are replacing some established Rise/Fall of tide
Secondary Ports in ATT to better support offshore activity. The Rise of the tide is the amount the tide has risen since the
The Almanac continues to replicate the existing differences earlier Low Water. The Fall of a tide is the amount the tide
to provide the data in a compact format for planning. These has fallen since the last High Water.
are in italics where alternative information is available.
Duration
4.1.2 Spanish Secondary Ports referenced to Lisboa Duration is the time between LW and the next HW, normally
In Areas 23 and 25, some Spanish secondary ports have Lisboa slightly over six hours. It can be used to find the approximate
as Standard Port. Time differences for these ports, when time of LW when only the time of HW is known.
applied to the printed times of HW and LW for Lisboa (UT),
automatically give HW and LW times in the Zone Time for
Interval
The interval is a period of time quoted in hours and minutes
Spain (ie UT –1), not Portugal (UT). No other corrections are
before (–) or after (+) HW. Intervals are printed in hourly
required, except for DST when applicable.
increments (–6hrs to +6hrs) along the bottom of each tidal
4.2 DEFINITIONS curve diagram in Chapter 9.
Chart Datum (CD) Spring tides
CD is the reference level from which heights of tide are Spring tides occur roughly every 16 days, near to Full 9 and
predicted and charted depths are measured. In the UK it New 4 Moon, when the tide-raising forces of Sun and Moon
normally approximates to LAT, and the tide will not frequently are at a maximum. See 3.18, for phases of the Moon.
fall below it. The actual depth of water in any particular Neap tides
position is the charted depth plus the height of tide. Neaps occur roughly every 16 days, near the Moon’s first 5
Lowest Astronomical Tide (LAT) and last 8 quarters, when the tide-raising forces of Sun and
LAT is the lowest level which can be predicted under average Moon are at a minimum. See 3.18 for phases of the Moon.
meteorological, and any combination of astronomical, Mean High Water and Low Water Springs/Neaps
conditions. This level will not be reached every year. Storm MHWS and MHWN are the means of predicted HW heights
surges can cause even lower levels to be reached. of Sp or Np tides over a period of 18·6 years. Similarly, MLWS
Highest Astronomical Tide (HAT) and MLWN are the means of LW heights for Sp and Np tides
HAT is the highest level which can be predicted to occur respectively. Mean tide level (MTL) is the mean of the above
under average meteorological conditions and under any values.
combination of astronomical conditions, except storm surges. Mean Sea Level (MSL or ML)
It is the level above which vertical clearances under bridges This is the average level of the sea’s surface over a long
and power lines are measured; see 4.5. period, preferably 18·6 years.
Ordnance Datum (Newlyn) Range
Ordnance Datum (Newlyn) is the datum of the Ordnance The range of a tide is the difference between the heights
Survey of Great Britain (OSGB) and reference level for all of successive HWs and LWs. Spring range is the difference
features on UK land maps in mainland England, Scotland between MHWS and MLWS, and Neap range is the difference
and Wales. Difference between Ordnance Datum (Newlyn) between MHWN and MLWN.
and CD is shown at the foot of each page of tide tables in Standard Ports have tidal characteristics observed over a
this Almanac. Differences between CD and foreign land level long period and are suitable as a reference for secondary
datums are similarly quoted. ports on the adjacent coasts.
Charted depth Secondary Ports have similar tidal characteristics to those of
Charted depths are printed on charts in metres and decimetres their Standard Port. Time and height differences are applied
(0·1m) and show the depth of water below CD. (Not to be to the Standard Port predictions. ‘Secondary’ does not imply
confused with a sounding which is the actual depth of water lesser importance.
(charted depth + height of tide) in a particular position.) Tidal Coefficients indicate the range of a tide. Daily values
Drying height are listed and explained in Area 17 Calais and Cherbourg,
A drying height is the height above CD of any feature Area 18 St Malo, Area 20 Brest, and Area 22 Pte de Grave.
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overh
ead power line
Charted vertical Charted vertical Charted

clearance clearance elevation
HAT
MHWS
MHWN
Spring
range Sea level
Neap Mean level
range
MLWN Drying Height

height of tide
MLWS
Chart datum
Charted depth
Fig 4(1) Tidal definitions
4.3 CALCULATING TIMES AND HEIGHTS 4.3.2 Secondary Ports – times of HW and LW
OF HIGH AND LOW WATER Each Secondary Port listed in Chapter 9 has a data block for
calculating times of HW and LW. The following example is
4.3.1 Standard Ports
for Braye (Alderney):
The Standard Ports for which daily predictions are given in
this Almanac are listed below by geographic Areas. Not all
TIDES –0400 Dover; ML 3·5; Duration 0545
ports shown in the ATTs are included, but adjustments have
Standard Port ST HELIER /
been made to Secondary Port differences where necessary.
Times Height (metres)
1 Falmouth, Plymouth, Dartmouth, Portland. High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS
2 Poole, Southampton, Portsmouth, Chichester. 0300 0900 0200 0900 11·0 8·1 4·0 1·4
3 Shoreham, Dover. 1500 2100 1400 2100
4 Margate, Sheerness, London Bridge, Burnham-on- Differences BRAYE
+0050 +0040 +0025 +0105 –4·8 –3·4 –1·5 –0·5
Crouch, Walton-on-the-Naze, Harwich, Lowestoft.
5 Immingham, R Tees, Tyne (North Shields).
In this example –0400 Dover means that, on average, HW
6 Leith, Aberdeen.
Braye is 4 hours 00 minutes before HW Dover (the Range and
7 Invergordon, Wick, Lerwick. times of HW Dover are in Area 3 and on the bookmark).
8 Stornoway, Ullapool, Oban.
9 Greenock. ML (or MSL) is defined in 4.2.
10 Liverpool, Holyhead. Duration 0545 means that LW Braye occurs 5 hours and 45
11 Milford Haven, Bristol (Avonmouth). minutes before the next HW.
12 Dublin, Cobh, Tarbert Island.
The arrow / after the Standard Port’s name points to
13 Galway, River Foyle, Galway.
where the tide tables are in the book.
14 Esbjerg.
15 Helgoland, Cuxhaven and Wilhelmshaven. The most accurate method of prediction uses Standard Port
16 Hoek van Holland, Vlissingen, Zeebrugge. times and Secondary Port time differences as in the block.
17 Dunkerque, Dieppe, Le Havre, Cherbourg. When HW at St Helier occurs at 0300 and 1500, the difference
is + 0050, and thus HW at Braye occurs at 0350 and 1550.
18 St Malo.
When HW at St Helier occurs at 0900 and 2100, the difference
19 St Peter Port, St Helier.
is + 0040, and HW at Braye occurs at 0940 and 2140.
20 Brest.
22 Pointe de Grave. If, as will usually be the case, HW St Helier occurs at some
other time, then the difference for Braye must be found by
Tides
23 La Coruña.
24 Lisboa. interpolation, either by eye, by the graphical method or by
25 Gibraltar. calculator.
26 Ponta Delgada, Casablanca. So when HW St Helier occurs at 1200 (midway between 0900
and 1500), the difference is + 0045 (midway between +0040
Predicted times and heights of HW and LW are tabulated
and +0050), and therefore HW Braye is 1245.
for each Standard Port. Note that these are only predictions
and take no account of the effects of wind and barometric The same method is used for calculating the times of LW.
pressure (see 4.8). See 1.5 for Zone times and Daylight Saving Times thus obtained are in the Secondary Port’s Zone Time.
Time (DST). For calculating heights of HW and LW see 4.3.3.
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4.3.3 Secondary Ports – heights of HW and LW 4.4 CALCULATING INTERMEDIATE

The Secondary Port data block also contains height TIMES AND HEIGHTS OF TIDE
differences which are applied to the heights of HW and LW 4.4.1 Standard Ports
at the Standard Port. When the height of HW at St Helier is Intermediate heights and times are best calculated from
11·0m (MHWS), the difference is –4·8m, so the height of HW the Mean Spring and Neap Curves for Standard Ports in
Braye is 6·2m (MHWS). When the height of HW St Helier is Chapter 9. Examples below are for Leith, on a day when the
8·1m (MHWN), the difference is –3·4m, and the height of HW predictions are:
at Braye is 4·7m (MHWN).
If, as is likely, the height of tide at the Standard Port differs UT Ht (m)
from the Mean Spring or Neap level, then the height
difference must also be interpolated: by eye, by graph or
by calculator. Thus if the height of HW St Helier is 9·55m
22TU
0202
0752
1417
5·3
1·0
5·4
(halfway between MHWS and MHWN), the difference is 2025 0·5
–4·1m, and the height of HW Braye is 5·45m (9·55–4·1m).
Example 1: Find the height of tide at Leith at 1200.
4.3.4 Graphical method for interpolating time and
height differences • On the Leith tidal curve diagram, Fig 4(4), plot the heights
Any suitable squared paper can be used, having chosen of HW and LW before and after the required time. Join
convenient scales; see Figs 4(2) and 4(3). them by a diagonal line.
Example: using the data for Braye in 4.3.2, find the time and
height differences for HW at Braye if HW St Helier occurs at
1126, height 8·9m. HEIGHT DIFFERENCE (m)
–5·0
E
Time difference –4·6
On the horizontal axis of Fig 4(2) select a scale for the time
at St Helier covering 0900 to 1500 (for which the relevant –4·2
time differences for Braye are known). On the vertical axis

the scale must cover +0040 to +0050, the time differences –3·8
F
given for 0900 and 1500.
–3·4
Plot point A, the time difference (+0040) for HW St Helier D
at 0900; and point B, the time difference (+0050) for HW St
–3·0
Helier at 1500. Join AB. Enter the graph at time 1126 (HW St 8m 9m 10m 11m 12m
Helier); intersect AB at C then go horizontally to read +0044 HEIGHT OF HIGH WATER AT STANDARD PORT
on the vertical axis. On that morning HW Braye is 44 minutes Fig 4(3)

after HW St Helier, ie 1210. • Enter the HW time and other times as necessary in the
Height difference boxes below the curves.
In Fig 4(3) the horizontal axis covers the height of HW at • From the required time, go vertically to the curves. The
St Helier (ie 8·1 to 11·0m) and the vertical axis shows the Spring curve is red, and the Neap curve (where it differs)
relevant height differences (–3·4 to –4·8m). is blue. Interpolate between the curves by comparing the
actual range, in this example 4·4m, with the Mean Ranges
Plot point D, the height difference (–3·4m) at Neaps when the
printed beside the curves. Never extrapolate. Here the
height of HW St Helier is 8·1m; and E, the height difference
Spring curve applies.
(–4·8m) at Springs when the height of HW St Helier is 11·0m.
Join DE. • Go horizontally to the diagonal line first plotted, thence
vertically to the height scale, to extract 4·2m.
Enter the graph at 8·9m (the height of HW St Helier that
morning) and mark F where that height meets DE. From Example 2: Find the time in the afternoon when the height
F follow the horizontal line to read off the corresponding of tide has fallen to 3·7m.
height difference: –3·8m. So that morning the height of HW • On Fig 4(5) plot the heights of HW and LW above and
Braye is 5·1m. below the required height of tide. Join them by a sloping
line.
• In the boxes below the curves enter HW time and other
+0050
B hourly times to cover the required timescale.
• From the required height, drop vertically to the diagonal
line and thence horizontally to the curves. Interpolate
TIME DIFFERENCE
between them as in Example 1; do not extrapolate. In

+0045
this example the actual range is 4·9m, so the Spring curve
+0044
applies.
C
• Drop vertically to the timescale, and read off the time
required: 1637.
+0040
A
0900 1000 1100 1126 1200 1300 1400 1500 1600
TIME OF HIGH WATER AT STANDARD PORT
Fig 4(2)
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H.W.Hts.m.
0 1 2 3 4 5 6
LEITH
M.H.W.N.
M.H.W.S.
0.9 MEAN SPRING
AND NEAP CURVES
0.8
MEAN RANGES
0.7 Springs 4.8m

Neaps 2.4m
CHART DATUM
0.6 Springs occur 2 days

after
Factor
New and Full Moon
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
M.L.W.N.
M.L.W.S.
0.1
0 1 2 3 L.W -5h -4h -3h -2h -1h H.W +1h +2h +3h +4h +5h L.W
L.W.Hts.m.
Fig 4(4) Curve for example 1
H.W.Hts.m.
0 1 2 3 4 5 6
LEITH
M.H.W.N.
M.H.W.S.
0.9 MEAN SPRING

AND NEAP CURVES
0.8
MEAN RANGES
0.7 Springs 4.8m

Neaps 2.4m
CHART DATUM
0.6 Springs occur 2 days

after
Factor
New and Full Moon

0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
M.L.W.N.
M.L.W.S.
0.1
L.W.Hts.m.
Fig 4(5) Curve for example 2

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Secondary ports – Tidal streams
4.4.2 Secondary Ports A Co-Range line joins points of equal Mean Sp (or Np) Range
On coasts where the tidal curves for adjacent Standard Ports which are simply the difference in level between MHWS and
change little in shape, and where the duration of rise or MLWS (or MHWN and MLWN).
fall at the Secondary Port is similar to its relevant Standard A Co-Tidal line joins points of equal Mean HW (or LW) Time
Port (ie where HW and LW time differences are nearly the Interval. This is defined as the mean time interval between
same), intermediate times and heights are calculated from the passage of the Moon over the Greenwich Meridian and
the tidal curves for the Standard Port in a similar manner the time of the next HW (or LW) at the place concerned.
to 4.4.1. The curves are entered with the times and heights
To find times and heights of tide at an offshore location, say
of HW and LW at the Secondary Port, calculated as in 4.3.2
in the Thames Estuary, needs some pre-planning especially
and 4.3.3.
if intending to navigate through a shallow gap. The
Interpolate by eye between the curves, using the range at Tidal Stream Atlas for the Thames Estuary (NP 249) also
the Standard Port as argument. Do not extrapolate – use contains Co-Tidal and Co-Range charts. These are more
the Spring curve for ranges greater than Springs, and the clearly arranged and described than charts 5057–5059,
Neap curve for ranges less than Neaps. With a large change but prior study is still necessary. The calculations require
in duration between Springs and Neaps the results may have predictions for Sheerness, Walton-on-the-Naze or Margate,
a slight error, greater near LW. as relevant to the vessel’s position.
For places between Christchurch and Selsey Bill (where the
tidal regime is complex) special curves are given in 9.2.17. 4.5 CALCULATING CLEARANCES BELOW
OVERHEAD OBJECTS
4.4.3 The use of factors A diagram often helps when calculating vertical clearances
Factors (in green on tidal curves) are another method of below bridges, power cables etc. Fig 4(6) shows the
tidal calculation. A factor of 1 = HW, and 0 = LW. Tidal relationship to CD. The height of such objects as shown
curve diagrams show the factor of the range attained at on the chart is usually measured above HAT, so the actual
times before and after HW. Thus the factor represents the clearance will almost always be more. The height of HAT
percentage of the mean range (for the day in question) which above CD is given at the foot of each page of the tide tables.
has been reached at any particular time. Simple equations Most Admiralty charts now show clearances above HAT, but
used are: check the Heights block below the chart Title.
Range x Factor = Rise
or Factor = Rise ÷ Range Overhead object
In determining or using the factor it may be necessary to Masthead clearance
interpolate between the Spring and Neap curves as described
in 4.4.2.
Factors are particularly useful when calculating hourly height
predictions for ports with special tidal problems (9.2.17). Height of
Height of object mast above
water
4.4.4 The Rule of Twelfths
The Rule of Twelfths estimates by mental arithmetic the HAT
height of the tide between HW and LW. It assumes that the Sea
level
duration of rise or fall is 6 hours, the curve is symmetrical and
approximates to a sine curve. Thus the rule is invalid in the
Solent, for example, where these conditions do not apply, Height of HAT Height
nor should it be used if accuracy is critical. of tide
Chart datum
The rule states that from one LW to the next HW, and vice
versa, the tide rises or falls by: Fig 4(6) Calculating masthead clearance
1/12th of its range in the 1st hour Insert the dimensions into the following formula, carefully
2/12ths of its range in the 2nd hour observing the conventions for brackets:
3/12ths of its range in the 3rd hour Masthead clearance = (Height of object above HAT +
3/12ths of its range in the 4th hour height of HAT above CD) minus (height of tide at the
2/12ths of its range in the 5th hour time + height of the masthead above waterline)
1/12th of its range in the 6th hour
4.6 TIDAL PREDICTION BY COMPUTER
4.4.5 Co-Tidal and Co-Range charts The Almanac uses UKHO Standard Port tide prediction curves
These charts are used to predict tidal times and heights for an prepared for Admiralty Tide Tables. The printed tidal curve
offshore position, as distinct from port or coastal locations is drawn to a mean Spring curve and, in dashed line, a mean
which are covered by tide tables. There are Admiralty charts Neap line, with boxes for the associated times of HW and LW.
for the following offshore areas of NW Europe: The curve does not take account of the differing arguments
(geometrical positions) of the sun, moon and planets daily.
5057 Dungeness to Hoek van Holland Nor does it take account of differences caused by flow
5058 British Isles and adjacent waters changes at intermediate points of the Spring/Neap cycle.
5059 Southern North Sea
The printed tables give condensed planning information,
They depict Co-Range and Co-Tidal lines, as defined below, which is refinable from computer generated predictions,
with detailed instructions for use. which have proved increasingly reliable and easy to use.
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4.6.1 EasyTide - www.ukho.gov.uk/easytide 4.7 TIDAL STREAMS

EasyTide is an on-line UKHO tidal prediction service, which Tidal streams are the horizontal movement of water caused
provides free tidal predictions for the current day, and the by the vertical rise and fall of the tide; see Fig 4(8). They
6 consecutive days. Times and heights of HW and LW for normally change direction about every six hours. They are
the required port are presented in tabular and graphical quite different from ocean currents, such as the Gulf Stream,
formats. Over 6,000 standard and secondary ports are which run indefinitely in the same direction.
available worldwide. In this model the arguments are used
The direction (set) of a tidal stream is always that towards
to adjust the shape of the curve on a daily basis resulting in a
which it is running. The speed (rate) of tidal streams is
more accurate prediction regime than available in the tables,
important to yachtsmen: about 2kn is common, 6–8kn is not
and the times of HW and LW often vary from those in ATT.
unusual in some areas at springs; 16kn has been recorded in
The predictions may differ markedly at times of extremely
the Pentland Firth.
flattened (usually Np) curves with little change of gradient.
4.7.1 Tidal stream atlases
4.6.2 TotalTide Admiralty Tidal Stream Atlases, listed below, show the rate
TotalTide (DP 550) is claimed to be the world’s most and set of tidal streams in the more important areas around
comprehensive tidal prediction system. It is aimed primarily the UK and NW Europe.
at commercial shipping and satisfies SOLAS Regulations and
the UK Merchant Shipping Safety of Navigation Regulations The set is shown by arrows graded in weight and, where
2002. It may thus be carried in lieu of paper tide tables. possible, in length to indicate the rate. Thus , is a weak
stream and ; a strong stream. The figures against the
TotalTide gives fast and accurate tidal predictions for over arrows give the mean Np and Sp rates in tenths of a knot;
7,000 ports and tidal stream data for more than 3,000 locations thus 19,34 indicates a mean Np rate of 1·9kn and a mean
worldwide. The CD contains a free calculation programme. Sp rate of 3·4kn. The comma between 19 and 34 is roughly
There are 10 Area Data Sets (ADS), with world-wide coverage. where the observations were made. Inshore eddies are rarely
Areas 1–4 (see below) are in one ADS. shown in detail due to limitations of scale.
Access is via a permit system. Annual updates are available, Tidal stream chartlets in this Almanac are derived from the
and are essential to satisfy safety regulations, although following Admiralty Tidal Stream Atlases.
TotalTide will still run without them but less accurately.
The ten ADS cover: NP Title
1–4. Europe, Mediterranean and northern waters 209 Orkney and Shetland Islands
5. Red Sea, the Gulf and Indian Ocean (north) 218 North Coast of Ireland, West Coast of Scotland
6. Singapore to Japan and Philippines 219 Portsmouth Harbour and Approaches
7. Australia and Borneo 220 Rosyth Harbour and Approaches
8. Pacific Ocean, New Zealand and America (west)
221 Plymouth Harbour and Approaches
9. North America (east coast) and Caribbean
222 Firth of Clyde and Approaches
10. South Atlantic and Indian Ocean (southern part)
233 Dover Strait
TotalTide displays 7 days of times and heights of HW and LW
249 Thames Estuary (with co-tidal charts)
in both tabular and graphical formats. Other useful facilities
include: a display of heights at specified times and time 250 The English Channel
intervals; a continuous plot of height against time; indications 251 North Sea, Southern Part
of periods of daylight and twilight, moon phases, springs/ 252 North Sea, North Western Part
neaps; the option to insert the yacht’s draft; calculations of
253 North Sea, Eastern Part
under-keel and overhead clearances.
254 The West Country, Falmouth to Teignmouth
TotalTide will run on most versions of Microsoft Windows,
but check your system is compatible before buying. 255 Falmouth to Padstow, including the Isles of Scilly
256 Irish Sea and Bristol Channel
4.6.3 Commercial software
Various commercial firms sell tidal prediction software for 257 Approaches to Portland
use on computers or calculators. Such software is mostly 258 Bristol Channel (Lundy to Avonmouth)
based on NP 159 and can often predict many years ahead. It 259 Irish Sea, Eastern part
remains essential to install annual updates.
263 Lyme Bay
Many chart plotters incorporate a tidal prediction facility.
264 The Channel Islands and adjacent Coast of France
These are embedded in the software, and their accuracy
depends on age and edition. Following a lay-up, at the start 265 France, West Coast
Tides
of the season or if the power has been disconnected it is 337 The Solent and adjacent waters
necessary to check the date–time to which the plotter is set.
If on an unfamiliar boat it is prudent to confirm the prediction Useful information is also given in Admiralty Sailing
against another known data source. Directions: times of slack water, when the tide turns, overfalls,
Tablet computer and smart phone applications should be races etc.
selected on the basis of reputation, accuracy and reliability. A Along open coasts the tidal stream does not necessarily turn
secondary method of prediction should be carried on board at HW and LW; it often occurs at about half tide. The tidal
to cover eventualities such as equipment or power failure. stream usually turns earlier inshore than offshore. In larger
Do not rely solely upon mobile signal dependent options. bays the tide often sets inshore towards the coast.
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Tidal diamonds
Tidal streams referred to HW Aberdeen

Geographical 59°13’·0N 59°12’·0N
Hours A B
Position 2°43’·0W 2°52’·1W
6 –6 204 5·0 2·0 148 2·5 1·0
(degrees)
5 –5 205 5·2 2·1 149 4·7 1·9

High Water
4 –4 207 4·0 1·5 137 3·7 1·5

Before
Rates at spring tides (knots)
3 Rates at neap tides (knots) –3 205 2·5 1·0 129 2·2 0·9
2 –2 0·0 0·0 118 1·1 0·5
streams
026
1 –1 2·9 1·1 065 0·6 0·2
High
0 023 4·1 1·6 347 1·1 0·5
Water
1 +1 024 4·5 1·8 330 2·4 1·0
of
2 +2 025 4·0 1·6 320 4·2 1·7

Direction
High Water
3 +3 026 3·0 1·2 310 4·0 1·6

After
4 +4 034 1·2 0·5 309 2·4 1·0

5 +5 209 1·7 0·7 328 1·3 0·5
6 204 4·8 2·0 145 1·2 0·5
+6
Fig 4(7) Tidal stream diamonds
4.7.2 Tidal stream diamonds

Lettered diamonds (f) on many medium scale
charts refer to tables on the chart giving the most Shetland Is.
accurate tidal stream set and rate (for springs and
neaps) at hourly intervals before and after HW at
a convenient Standard Port. See Fig 4(7).
The tidal stream diamonds above are extracted
from the table on AC 2250 which covers the Orkney Is.
eastern part of the Orkney Islands. The streams
are referred to HW Aberdeen.
Diamond ‘A’ is located in the 1M wide Sound of
s
de
Eday (between the islands of Eday and Sanday).

bri
He
By inspection the first slack water is sharply defined

at HW –2. The stream then sets NNE until a much
less obvious slack water occurs between HW +4
and +5. The stream turns at about HW +4½, but
rates are still between 1·2 and 1·7kn at springs (0·5
and 0·7kn at neaps).
The SSW-going stream reaches a max spring rate Edinburgh
of 5·2kn at HW –5; neap rates are less than half
these values.
There is considerable detail in these tables. Careful Newcastle
study enables accurate planning and timing for Belfast
the transit of narrow waters and best use of the
tidal streams. Hull
4.7.3 Flood stream around UK Liverpool

The main flood stream sets ENE up the English Dublin
Channel, NE into the Bristol Channel and N up the
W coasts of Ireland and Scotland (Fig 4(8)). The ebb
stream is the reverse.
Two variations are worth noting: Cork
London
The flood flows NE–N through St George’s Channel. Bristol
However the flood also sets SE through the North Dover
Channel and S into the Irish Sea. Both streams Southampton
Calais
meet off the Isle of Man. Plymouth
Off the E coasts of Scotland and England the stream
sets S all the way from Orkney to the Thames Cherbourg
Estuary, finally meeting the N-going stream which Le Havre
has curled round North Foreland and up towards
London. Fig 4(8) The main flood stream around the British Isles
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4.7.4 Calculating tidal stream rates 4.8 METEOROLOGICAL EFFECTS

The tidal stream rate at any time may be calculated, assuming Prolonged strong winds and unusually high/low pressure
that it varies with the range of the tide at Dover. In tidal significantly affect tidal heights. Early or late times of HW
stream atlases, and on the tidal stream chartlets in this or LW are principally caused by the wind. The effects of wind
Almanac, the rates are shown in tenths of a knot. Thus ‘05,27’ or pressure individually may not be great, but the combined
translates as 0·5 knots at Neaps and 2·7 knots at Springs. effect, which is more likely, may be much greater.
Example: Calculate the tidal stream rate off the north tip of
Skye at 0420 UT on a day when the tide at Dover is: 4.8.1 Wind
Wind >Force 5 raises the sea level on a lee shore and
UT Ht (m) lowers it on a windward, but there are wide variations due
0328 1·4 By inspection the mean Range to topography. Strong on/offshore winds may affect the
0819 6·3 at Dover is: predicted times of HW or LW by up to 1 hour.
1602 1·1 (4·9 + 5·2 + 5·3) = 5·1m Strong winds blowing parallel to a coast tend to set up long
2054 6·4 3 waves, which travel along the coast. Sea level is raised at
In 9.8.3 the tidal stream chartlet for HW Dover –4 shows the crest of these waves (positive surge) and lowered in
‘08,18’: a mean Neap rate of 0·8 knots and a Spring rate of the troughs (negative surge). A storm surge is an unusually
1·8 knots. severe positive surge. Under exceptional conditions this can
raise the height of HW by >1m; a negative surge can lower
On Fig 4(9) overleaf, from the horizontal Rates axis mark 08
the height of LW by the same amount – clearly more serious
on the horizontal blue Neaps line; likewise 18 on the Springs
for yachtsmen and other mariners.
line. Join these two marks with a diagonal. From the range
5·1 on the vertical axis go horizontally to cut the diagonal just The southern North Sea and Thames Estuary are prone to such
drawn. From this point go vertically to the Rates axis, top or surges. In Jan 1953 a deep depression and an exceptionally
bottom, and read off the predicted rate of 15 (1·5 knots). severe and prolonged northerly storm caused a storm surge
which raised sea level by almost 3m on the UK’s E coast and
4.7.5 Tidal streams in rivers by even more on the Dutch coast – with heavy loss of life.
Tidal streams in rivers are influenced by the local topography
of the river bed as well as solar and lunar forces. At or near 4.8.2 Barometric pressure
Springs, in a river which is obstructed, for example by a bar, Over a period of time and across a wide area sea levels are
the time of HW gets later going up the river. The time of LW lowered by high pressure and raised by low. The former is of
also gets later, but more rapidly so the duration of the flood more practical concern to mariners. Mean sea level pressures
becomes shorter, and duration of ebb becomes longer. At the are quoted in Admiralty Pilots: 1017mb, for example, along
entrance the flood stream starts at an interval after LW which the UK south coast in July; 1014mb in January. 1013mb at
increases with the degree of obstruction of the channel; this Wick in July; 1007mb in January.
interval between local LW and the start of the flood increases Intense minor depressions, line squalls or other abrupt
with the distance upriver. The ebb begins soon after local HW changes in the weather can cause wave oscillations, a
along the length of the river. Hence the duration of flood is phenomenon known as a seiche. The wave period can vary
less than that of the ebb and the difference increases with from a few minutes up to two hours, with heights up to a
distance upriver. metre – usually less, rarely more. Certain harbours, eg Wick
The flood stream is normally stronger than the ebb, and and Fishguard, due to their shape or size, are particularly
runs harder during the first half of the rise of tide. At Neaps prone to seiches especially in winter.
the flood and ebb both start soon after local LW and HW 4.8.3 Storm Warning Services
respectively, and their durations and rates are about equal. These warn of possible coastal flooding caused by abnormal
The Yachtsman’s Manual of Tides by Michael Reeve-Fowkes meteorological conditions. A negative storm surge causes
(ACN) covers all theoretical and practical aspects of tides. abnormally low tidal levels in the Dover Strait, Thames
It includes four regional Tidal Atlases: Western Channel; Estuary and Southern North Sea. 6–12 hrs warning is given,
Central Channel and the Solent; Southern North Sea and Sept–April, when tidal levels at Dover, Sheerness or Lowestoft
Eastern Channel; Channel Ports and Approaches. These are are forecast to be >1m below predicted levels.
also available separately. The atlases are referenced to HW Warnings are broadcast by Navtex, HM Coastguard and the
Cherbourg and include annual Cherbourg tide tables (which Channel Navigation Information Service (CNIS) on VHF and
are downloadable free from www.adlardcoles.com). MF as normally used for navigation warnings.
The Complete Yachtmaster

Tides
“Cunliffe’s competence and authority radiate

from the pages... thoroughly recommended”
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Fig 4(9) Graph for calculating tidal stream rates
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Mean COMPUTATION OF RATES Mean
Range Range
Dover TIDAL STREAM RATE (in tenths of a knot): assumed to vary with range of the tide at Dover Dover
METRES 0 02 04 06 08 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 40 42 44 46 48 50 52 54 56 58 60 62 64 66 68 70 72 74 76 78 80 82 84 86 88 90 92 94 96 98 100 METRES
7 7
6·8 6·8
6·6 6·6
6·4 6·4
6·2 6·2
6 Springs Springs 6
5·8 5·8
5·6 5·6
5·4 5·4
5·2 5·2
Tidal rate graph
5 5
4·8 4·8
4·6 4·6
4·4 4·4
4·2 4·2
4 4
3·8 3·8
3·6 3·6
3·4 3·4
Neaps Neaps
3 3
2·8 2·8
2·6 2·6
2·4 2·4
2·2 2·2
2 2
0 02 04 06 08 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 40 42 44 46 48 50 52 54 56 58 60 62 64 66 68 70 72 74 76 78 80 82 84 86 88 90 92 94 96 98 100
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5.1 The International Code of Signals 64

Using the International code
5.2 Operating a radio 65

Frequency bands • Regulations • Licences • R/T procedures • Prowords
5.3 Radio communications systems 65

VHF radio • MF radio • Mobile phones • VOIP • Wi-fi/Wi-MAX
5.4 Global communication systems 66

HF radio (SSB) • Satellite communications (Satcoms)
5.5 Navigational warnings 68

5.6 Gunfacts and subfacts 68
5.7 Coast radio stations (CRS) 68
Functions • Track reports • Link calls
5.8 United Kingdom (excluding the Channel Islands) 69

5.9 The Channel Islands 70
5.10 Republic of Ireland 70
5.11 West Denmark 71
5.12 Germany 72
5.13 The Netherlands 73
5.14 Belgium 74
5.15 France 74
5.16 Spain 76
5.17 Mainland Portugal 77
5.18 Portuguese Islands, Gibraltar & Morocco 77
5.19 Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) 78
5.20 International Port Traffic Signals (IPTS) 78
5.21 Flag etiquette 79
Ensigns • Burgees • Salutes • Dressing ship • Ensigns and flags
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Code flags – Radio communications
5.1 THE INTERNATIONAL CODE OF SIGNALS

Marine communication is rooted in the International Code French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian,
of Signals (2005 edition published by IMO) which provides Russian and Spanish. Ships, aircraft and shore stations
for safety of navigation and of persons, especially where can communicate in these languages without knowing a
there are language problems. The present Code came into foreign tongue, provided they have the relevant Code. The
force in 1969 and is available in nine languages: English, English language edition is published by HMSO.
A – Alfa *B – Bravo *C – Charlie *D – Delta

I have a diver down; keep I am taking in, or Keep clear of me;
discharging, or carrying Yes I am manoeuvring
well clear at slow speed
dangerous goods with difficulty
*E – Echo F – Foxtrot *G – Golf *H – Hotel

I am disabled; I require a pilot. When
I am altering course made by fishing vessels I have a pilot on board
to starboard communicate with me
'I am hauling in nets'
*I – India J – Juliett K – Kilo L – Lima

I am altering my course I am on fire and have I wish to communicate
dangerous cargo aboard; You should stop your
to port with you vessel instantly
keep well clear of me
*M – Mike O – Oscar P – Papa

N – November
My vessel is stopped Vessel about to put to
and making no way No Man overboard sea. By fishing vessels
through the water 'My nets are caught fast'
Q – Quebec R – Romeo *S – Sierra *T – Tango

My vessel is 'healthy' My engines are
and I request free Keep clear of me; I am
going astern engaged in pair trawling
pratique
U – Uniform W – Whiskey X – X-ray

V – Victor I require
You are running Stop carrying out your
I require assistance medical intentions and watch
into danger assistance for my signals
Y – Yankee *Z – Zulu
I require a tug. Code and
I am dragging my anchor By fishing vessels First
answering Substitute
'I am shooting nets' pennant
Third
Second
Substitute Substitute 1 Wun 2 Too
3 Tree 4 Fow-er 5 Fife 6 Six
7 Sev-en
8 Ait 9 Nin-er 0 Zero
Fig 5(1) International Code of Signals: code flags, single letter meanings, phonetic alphabet (NATO/ITU) and Morse code symbols
5.1.1 Using the International Code You may also see or hear the following important two-letter
The Code can be used to convey information by: voice, using signals (there are many others):
R/T or loud-hailer; Morse by flashing light and sound signals;
alphabetical flags and numeral pendants; or by hand flags. NC I am in distress and require immediate
Signals consist of: single-letter signals which are urgent or assistance.
much used; two-letter signals in the General Section; and NE2 You should proceed with great caution;
three-letter signals starting with the letter ‘M’ in the Medical submarines are exercising in this area.
Section. Fig 5(1) above shows the Code flags for letters and
numerals, the alphanumeric phonetic alphabet, Morse code RY You should proceed at slow speed when
for letters and numerals, and the meanings of important passing me (or vessels making signals).
or common single-letter signals. Signals marked with * YG You appear to be contravening the rules of a
when made by sound may only be used in compliance with Traffic Separation Scheme.
COLREGs Rules 34 and 35.
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5.2 OPERATING A RADIO 5.2.4 R/T procedures

5.2.1 Frequency bands Communications between a vessel and a Coast radio station
For convenience radio frequencies with similar ranges and are controlled by the latter, except for Distress, Urgency or
transmission characteristics are grouped into different Safety messages. Between two vessels, the vessel which is
Communications
‘bands’, such as MF, HF, VHF and UHF (meaning ‘medium’, called nominates the working channel.
‘high’, ‘very high’ and ‘ultra-high’ frequencies, respectively). Before calling, decide exactly what you wish to say; it may
Their ranges and characteristics are described below. help to write the message down. Speak slowly and distinctly.
Repeat (or spell phonetically) names or important words; see
5.2.2 Regulations below for the use and meanings of common prowords.
The regulations for using R/T communications are in the Your position should be given as Lat/Long or the vessel’s
Handbook for Marine Radio Communication (Lloyd’s of bearing and distance from a charted object, eg ‘My position
London Press). They are lengthy and form part of the syllabus 225° Isle of May 4M’ means you are 4M SW of the Isle of May
and examination for certificates of competence. (not 4M NE). Use the 360° True bearing notation and the 24
Some of the more important stipulations are: hours clock (0001–2359), specifying UT or LT.
Operators must not divulge the contents of messages heard; 5.2.5 Prowords
distress calls have priority; Coast radio stations, or MRCCs These simplify and expedite communications:
as appropriate, control communications in their respective
ACKNOWLEDGE Have you received and understood?
areas. Check that the channel is free before transmitting;
unnecessary or superfluous messages are prohibited, as is CONFIRM My version is … is that correct?
bad language. In harbour a yacht may not use inter-ship CORRECTION An error has been made; the correct
channels except for safety; a radio log must be used to record version is …
all messages sent and received. I SAY AGAIN I repeat … (eg vital words)
Communications between CGOCs and second parties are I SPELL What follows is spelled phonetically.
tape recorded, as are intercepted communications with OUT End of working.
a third party. The following statement is included at the OVER I have completed this part of my
request of the MCA: message, and am inviting you to reply.
‘Radio and telephone calls to/from CGOCs are recorded for RECEIVED Receipt acknowledged.
public safety, prevention/detection of crime and to maintain SAY AGAIN Repeat your message (or part of it, ie:
the operational standards of HM Coastguard’. All after/before ...).
5.2.3 Radio licences STATION Used when a station is unsure of
• The vessel requires a Ship Radio Licence for any VHF, UHF, CALLING the identity of the calling station.
MF, HF, satellite or EPIRB equipment on board. It is valid
‘for life’ and is issued free of charge by: Ofcom, Riverside 5.3 RADIO COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS
House, 2a Southwark Bridge Rd, London SE1 9HA. n 020 5.3.1 VHF radio
7981 3040; m 020 7981 3235. www.ofcom.org.uk. VHF radio (Marine band 156·00–174·00 MHz) is used by most
This allows the use of international maritime channels, vessels. Range is slightly better than the line of sight between
Ch M for communications between yachts, marinas and aerials, typically about 20M between yachts and up to 65M
clubs, and M2 for race control. to a shore station depending on aerial heights. It always pays
to fit a good aerial, as high as possible.
• The person in charge of a set requires a Certificate of
Competence (Pt 1) and Authority to Operate (Pt 2). VHF sets may be Simplex, ie transmit and receive on the same
This will usually be the Short Range Certificate (SRC), frequency, so only one person can talk at a time. However,
incorporating VHF DSC procedures. The syllabus and most modern sets transmit and receive simultaneously on
conduct of examinations are the RYA’s responsibility; see different frequencies (full Duplex) so conversation is normal,
RYA booklet G26. The former Restricted Certificate of but two aerials are needed.
Competence (VHF only) is no longer issued, but remains Marine VHF frequencies are known by their international
valid for VHF-only radios. channel number (Ch), as shown below.
The Long Range Certificate (LRC) covers MF, HF, Satellite Channels are grouped according to three main purposes, but
communications and EPIRBs, as does the professional some have more than one purpose.
seafarers’ General Operator’s Certificate (GOC).
Public correspondence: (via Coast radio stations).
• Citizen’s Band (CB) and Amateur (Ham) Radio can be Ch 26, 27, 25, 24, 23, 28, 04, 01, 03, 02, 07, 05, 84, 87, 86,
useful means of communication for other than safety 83, 85, 88, 61, 64, 65, 62, 66, 63, 60, 82, 78, 81.
matters, but only supplement maritime radio on VHF, All channels can be used for Duplex.
MF or HF. CB no longer requires a licence in the UK, but
Inter-ship:
Amateur Radio licences are issued by: Ofcom, see contact
Ch 06*, 08*, 10, 13, 09, 72*, 73, 69, 77*, 15, 17.
details above.
These are all Simplex channels. * for use in UK.
• ATIS (Automatic Transmission Identification System) is
compulsory on European inland waters. An ATIS capable Port Operations:
VHF radio must be used. Ofcom issues a Notice of Simplex: Ch 12, 14, 11, 13, 09, 68, 71, 74, 69, 73, 17, 15.
Variation (NOV) to your exisiting VHF licence on request Duplex: Ch 20, 22, 18, 19, 21, 05, 07, 02, 03, 01, 04, 78, 82,
to licencingcentre@ofcom.org.uk 79, 81, 80, 60, 63, 66, 62, 65, 64, 61, 84.
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The following channels have one specific purpose: connections to laptops with wireless modems, smartphones
and other mobile devices.
Ch 0 (156·00 MHz): SAR ops, not available to yachts.
The connection is ‘always on’; charges are according to the
Ch 10 (156·50 MHz), 62 (160·725 MHz), 63 (160·775 MHz) amount of data transmitted, not the duration of the call.
and 64 (160·825 MHz): MSI broadcasts. The optimum Availability of each service from base stations varies and
channel number is stated on Ch 16 in the announcement range offshore cannot be relied upon, especially off sparsely
prior to the broadcast itself. populated coasts where only a limited service is provided.
Ch 13 (156·650 MHz): Inter-ship communications relating 5.3.4 Voice over IP (VOIP)
to safety of navigation; a possible channel for calling a Internet Protocol, or IP, is the ‘language’ that drives the
merchant ship if no contact on Ch 16. Internet, and VOIP (Voice over IP) is a system where voice
Ch 16 (156·80 MHz): Distress, Safety and calling. Ch 16, in communication is encoded and transmitted very efficiently
parallel with DSC Ch 70, will be monitored by ships, CG as computer data. Free to join VOIP services such as Skype
rescue centres (and, in some areas, any remaining Coast provide free voice communication between ‘members’, and
Radio Stations) for Distress and Safety until further notice. also (for a small charge) with normal land-line telephones.
Yachts should monitor Ch 16. After an initial call, stations VOIP will work over mobile broadband, but network charges
concerned must switch to a working channel, except for will be high if roaming, so wired broadband connection is
Distress and Safety matters. required, often available on the marina pontoons.
Ch 67 (156·375 MHz): Small craft safety channel used by all 5.3.5 Wi-fi/Wi-MAX
UK CG centres, accessed via Ch 16. Basic wireless telephony services such as GSM handle voice
Note: For routine (non-emergency) traffic contact NMOC communications; 3G/4G wireless broadband service adds
Fareham on Ch 67 using call-sign Solent Coastguard. data capability that may be used with an on board PC (or
Macintosh) to send and receive email, browse websites and
Ch 70 (156·525 MHz): Digital Selective Calling for Distress download updates and chart corrections, in exactly the same
and Safety purposes under GMDSS. way as from a home PC.
Ch 80 (157·025 MHz): Primary working channel between Wi-fi, on the other hand, is an increasingly common wireless
yachts and UK marinas. system, independent of the phone operators’ networks,
Ch M (157·85 MHz): Secondary working channel, formerly that provides broadband Internet access via ‘hotspots’, or
known as Ch 37. For use in UK territorial waters only. ‘wireless access points’, often located at marinas. Even with
special antennae, range is limited and this prevents wi-
Ch M2 (161·425 MHz): for race control, with Ch M as stand- fi being useful to yachts while at sea, but speeds of up to
by. YCs often use Ch M2. For use in UK waters only. 10,000kbps in the marina are typical and are perfectly suited
to normal Internet use like web browsing and downloading
5.3.2 MF radio Notices to Mariners or Almanac updates.
MF radios operate in the 1605–4200 kHz wavebands giving
The next big thing, Wi-MAX, is an emerging technology that
typical ranges of 100–300M using the Single Sideband
promises Internet access at up to 40mbps over much greater
(SSB) mode of transmission. Double sideband (DSB) ranges than wi-fi. Services are appearing but its onset has
mode transmissions are prohibited except for emergency been slower than anticipated.
transmissions on the marine Distress frequency (2182 kHz).
MF transmissions tend to follow the earth’s curvature, which 5.4 GLOBAL COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS
makes them suitable for direction-finding equipment. The Once out of range of VHF/MF or wireless telephony/
GMDSS DSC Distress alerting frequency is 2187·5 kHz. broadband service, the yachtsman’s communications options
are limited to MF/HF radio and satellite systems (Satcoms).
5.3.3 Mobile phones (GSM/GPRS/3G/4G broadband) A yachtsman embarking on an extended offshore venture
Mobile phones are not suitable for emergency situations, would usually choose a mix of equipment for sensible
except in extremis (see 7.6.6), but permit low cost messaging reasons of redundancy, this will allow a choice of listening
as well as roaming when in different countries. Many and transmitting, via terrestrial and satellite radio systems, to
smartphones now incorporate GPS and mapping functionality meet his needs at various times and in different circumstances.
as well as wi-fi (see 5.3.5). A typical setup might include a fixed or handheld satcoms
Ordinary GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) transceiver, a HF SSB transceiver and receiver. For data
wireless telephony allows a PC to connect wirelessly to the capability, these would be interfaced to an on-board PC or
Internet at a speed of 9.6kbps (thousand bits per second); Mac.
slow, but sufficient for sending and receiving basic emails 5.4.1 HF/single sideband radio (HF-SSB)
and browsing text-only websites; GSM is more likely to HF SSB radios use frequencies in the 4, 8, 12, 16 and 22 MHz
be available than faster, enhanced services (see below), bands (short wave), provide worldwide coverage and usually
particularly in less populated areas. include MF frequencies as well.
Enhancements: many data services may be available, Despite rapid growth in marine satellite communications, HF
depending upon where you sail and if you have a compatible SSB remains a popular choice amongst long-distance cruisers,
handset. These include Global Packet Radio Service (GPRS), providing a cost-free voice (and limited email) capability for
boosting GSM download rates to around 36–48kbps. Wireless cruisers, sometimes operating over vast distances. Operators
broadband services such as 4G with a maximum speed of have the Long Range Certificate (LRC; see 5.2.3) or General
around 80 mbps, and the increasing availability of superfast Operators Certificate (GOC). To use Amateur (ham) bands
5G with 100 to 200 mbps, provide rapid mobile broadband (giving more frequencies and higher power, therefore range)
internet access for large downloads like films, mobile TV, operators must take the ham examination.
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Using HF SSB radio for email requires a radio modem, often
Broadband
proprietary to the supplier. Though slow and requiring 1
typical, if in coverage area
Wi-Max
Cellular
Cellular
Cellular
some skill to operate effectively, the almost-nil operating 2
using VOIP
Wired
GPRS
Wi-fi
GSM
costs appeal to many and SSB radio has a strong following 3
Likely to be expensive
Communications
3G
amongst blue-water cruisers. Established suppliers include
Sailmail and Globe Wireless. Range offshore1 (NM) 0 0-1 0-15 0-15 0-15 0-30
HF SSB radio is also extensively used for receipt of weatherfax Voice communication Y2 Y2 Y Y Y Y2
images (see Chapter 6), although a receive-only SSB radio (with
an adequate, grounded antenna installation) may be used Text messages Y Y Y Y Y Y
rather than a full transceiver. Though declining in popularity, Light email traffic Y Y Y3 Y Y Y
several useful weatherfax transmitting stations remain,
Text weather forecasts Y Y Y 3 Y Y Y
including Northwood, UK and Offenbach, Germany.
5.4.2 Satellite Communications (Satcoms) Heavy email traffic Y Y × Y3 Y Y
Satellite communications systems operate over Ultra High Graphical weather forecasts Y Y × Y 3 Y Y
Frequency (UHF) radio using digital technology that makes
them easier and more reliable to use than SSB radio; they
Full web browsing Y Y × Y 3 Y Y
operate with either a dedicated ship installation or a Other systems employ many more Low Earth Orbit (LEO)
standalone handset. satellites orbiting the Earth about 540M (1,000km) up.
Ongoing costs usually include a monthly service fee and The smaller, low-data rate, handheld voice terminals
usage charges that will be related to either the amount of incorporate an omni-directional antenna that works best
satellite time used, or the volume of data transmitted and with an unobstructed view of the satellite. Fixed installations
received. use an external gyro-stabilised antenna (to keep it pointing
For two-way voice communications, the ‘Ship Station’ (aka at the satellite as the boat moves); more powerful systems
‘Mobile Earth Station’) transmits to a visible satellite that is that support higher data rates employ antenna radomes that
simultaneously in sight of a ‘Land Earth Station’, eg Goonhilly, are really too large for installation aboard a 10–15m yacht.
Cornwall. From there, the call is routed to its destination The GMDSS provides automatic distress, urgency and safety
through the normal terrestrial telephone network. communications, with some satcom systems (eg Inmarsat C)
providing a red button that alerts a Coastguard Operations
The satellite ‘constellations’ have different architectures.
Centre (CGOC) when pressed.
Inmarsat for example has several geostationary (GEO)
satellites, each positioned over the equator. Because they are There are several service providers, each offering an array of
comparatively high up 19,400M (36,000km), each satellite has capabilities. Table 5(1) below provides a useful summary of
a large signal ‘footprint’, overlapping the next one and thus systems that might be used aboard a 10–20m yacht.
world-wide coverage is provided (although not in the polar This is a fast moving field: check with manufacturers/retailers
regions above about 70°N and 70°S). for up-to-date specifications and prices.
TABLE 5(1) Satellite Communications (Satcoms)
System Antenna Satellites Coverage GMDSS Phone Fax SMS Position Data rate
(voice) text tracking
INMARSAT Omnidirectional GEO Global excepting Yes No Yes Yes Yes (GPS) Very low,
C polar regions uneconomic
for email
Iridium Certus Omnidirectional 66 LEO Global Yes Yes Yes Yes No Data rate 352kpbs-
704kpbs(1408kpbs
planned)
Fleet Broadband Gyrostabilised GEO Global excepting Yes Yes Yes Yes No Up to 284kbps
40cms diameter polar regions
Globalstar Omnidirectional 40 LEO Global excepting No Yes Yes Yes To 10km 9.6kbps
polar regions uncompressed,
38.6kbps
compressed, 56k
with data kit
Thuraya Omnidirectional 2 GEO Europe, N Africa No Yes Yes Yes Yes (GPS) Satphone 60kbps
& Middle East, download,15kbps
India upload or 384kbps-
444kpbs via hi-
speed IP+ data
terminal
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5.5 NAVIGATIONAL WARNINGS Ireland (but see 5.10.4), Denmark, Belgium, Spain and Portugal
Navigational warnings are promulgated for 16 NavAreas still operate CRS. In Germany a commercial company, DP07
(I-XVI) worldwide. An Area co-ordinator oversees each Seefunk, provides a limited link call service. Details of national
NavArea and handles inputs from national and other CRS are given below in the country by country listing.
authorities. The 3 types of navigational warnings are: 5.7.1 Functions
NavArea warnings which deal with Oceanic matters and are CRS functions include:
transmitted over satcoms by SafetyNet and via NAVTEX at • Control of ship-shore communications; see 5.2.4.
scheduled times in English and other languages. • Providing link calls; see 5.7.3. Note: The Coastguard, or
Coastal warnings, up to 250M offshore, are issued by a foreign equivalent, do not handle link calls.
national authority and broadcast in English or the local • Broadcasting at scheduled times traffic lists (messages
langauge by NAVTEX, SafetyNet or VHF Coast radio stations. awaiting ships at sea); navigational warnings; weather
These warnings cover navaids, lights, buoys, rocks, wrecks, bulletins and gale warnings (Chapter 6). Note: Do not
naval exercises, SAR operations, cable laying, piracy etc. transmit on a designated broadcast channel when a
broadcast is scheduled.
Local warnings supplement the above for inshore waters and • Handling Distress and Urgency calls in some countries.
within port limits. They are issued by port, pilotage or CG
authorities in English and/or the local language. 5.7.2 Track Reports
A Track Report (TR) may be passed to a CRS or Coastguard
Details of country by country navwarning provision are given
centre, as appropriate, stating a yacht’s point of departure,
in the relevant country listing.
destination, ETA and number of people onboard. This is an
obvious safety measure, especially in more remote regions,
5.6 GUNFACTS AND SUBFACTS
should a yacht subsequently become overdue. On arrival be
5.6.1 Gunfacts sure to inform the local CRS or CG and ask that your TR be
Gunfacts are warnings of intended naval firing practice, cancelled with the original CRS/CG. See also Chapter 7.
broadcast on Ch 16. They include gunnery and missile firings
and underwater explosions. (For the latter only, broadcasts are 5.7.3 Making a VHF link call
made 1 hour, 30 mins and immediately before detonation.) • Within range (up to 40M), select a ‘clear’ channel, ie no
They do not restrict the passage of any vessel. The onus for transmissions. A busy channel will have carrier noise,
safety is on the firing warship. The broadcasts include: speech or the engaged signal (a series of pips).
• Time (LT) and approximate location of firings, with a • Call the CRS on a working channel related to the position
declared safe distance in nautical miles. of the yacht. Calls should state the calling channel and
last at least 6 seconds in order to activate the response
• Whether illuminants, ie flares etc, are to be fired.
equipment at the CRS.
Gunfacts (S Coast) are issued from Plymouth for English
For example:
Channel exercise areas (9.1.16). See Subfacts (below) for
details. Bilbao Radio, this is Yacht Seabird, Yacht Seabird, Golf Oscar
Romeo India Fower, Channel 27, Over.
Gunfacts (Ship) are issued by a nominated warship and cover
activity in any UK areas. An initial announcement is made A four-tone signal or pips indicate a temporary delay, but
on VHF 16. you will be answered when an operator is free.
5.6.2 Subfacts • When the call is accepted you will hear pips, indicating
Are warnings of planned or known submarine activity. that the channel has been engaged. Wait for the operator
to speak. If no response, do not change channel since you
Subfacts (South Coast) give details for the English Channel;
may lose your turn.
see 9.1.16. They are broadcast on NAVTEX (see Chapter 6)
and, after an announcement on Ch 16, by Falmouth MRCC If the pips are not heard, the station’s transmitter has
every 4 hours from 0140 UT on VHF. The VHF channels are not been activated or may be out of range. Try another
shown on Fig 6(4). For any queries regarding Subfacts and station or call again when closer.
Gunfacts contact FOST (Flag Officer Sea Training) Plymouth • The operator will request: Vessel’s callsign (eg Golf Oscar
e01752 557550, or call ‘FOST Ops’ VHF Ch 74. Romeo India Fower), name, accounting code (see 5.7.4),
Subfacts (Clyde) give details for the W coast of Scotland type of message (eg telegram, telephone call) and the
(see 9.8.22 and 9.9.16). They are broadcast on NAVTEX telephone number required (and in the case of a personal
(see Chapter 6) and, after announcements on Ch 16, by call the name of the person called).
Stornoway MRCC every 4 hours from 0410 UT; and by Belfast 5.7.4 Paying for a link call
MRCC every 4 hours from 0410 UT. The VHF channels are Calls are accounted for worldwide by quoting an
shown on Fig 6(4). For any queries regarding Subfacts and
‘Accounting Authority Indicator Code’ (AAIC). This must
Gunfacts contact Fleet Operations Northwood e01923
previously have been arranged with an ITU-recognised
846371 or 846366.
authority such as Cable and Wireless, who use GB 02 as
NAVTEX transmits Subfacts and Gunfacts twice daily: Niton their AAIC. All CRS hold the complete ITU listing of ship
(E) 0440 and 1640 UT; Portpatrick (O) 0620 and 1820 UT. stations and their AAICs.
5.7 COAST RADIO STATIONS (CRS) 5.7.5 MF link calls

Many European nations have closed, or plan to close, their Calls should be initiated on 2182 kHz or the nominated
coast radio stations due in part to the popularity of mobile working frequency. The Coast station will allocate a working
phones. The UK, France and the Netherlands have no CRS. channel, and cue you into the system.
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5.8 UNITED KINGDOM (EXCLUDING THE CHANNEL ISLANDS)

5.8.1 HM Coastguard Communications
Contact details for UK Coastguard Maritime Rescue Co-ordination Centres (MRCC’s), are shown below:
Communications
SCOTLAND & NORTHERN IRELAND REGION
†ABERDEEN MRCC 57°08’N 02°05’W MMSI 002320004 n 01224 592334 m 01224 575920
Marine House, Blaikies Quay, Aberdeen AB11 5PB. Area: English border to Cape Wrath, incl Pentland Firth.
†SHETLAND MRCC 60°09’N 01°08’W MMSI 002320001 n 01595 692976 m 01595 693634
Knab Road, Lerwick ZE1 0AX. Area: Orkney, Fair Isle and Shetland.
†*STORNOWAY MRCC 58°12’N 06°22’W MMSI 002320024 n 01851 702013 m 01851 706796
Battery Point, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis H51 2RT. Area: Cape Wrath to Mull, Western Isles and St Kilda.
†*BELFAST MRCC 54°40’N 05°40’W MMSI 002320021 n 02891 463933 m 02891 469854
Bregenz House, Quay St, Bangor, Co Down BT20 5ED.
Area: Carlingford Lough to Lough Foyle and Firth of Clyde, inc islands.
EASTERN REGION
NATIONAL MARITIME OPERATIONS CENTRE (JRCC UK) 50°51’·50N 01°14’·90W DSC MMSI, 002320011
e 02392 552100 m 02392 554131/01305 760451. Kites Croft, Fareham PO14 4LW.
Area: South Coast: Topsham (River Exe) to Beachy Head (Note: in this area make initial contact using callsign Solent
Coastguard on Ch 67 (H24) to avoid congestion on Ch 16). East coast: Reculver Towers to Southwold, use callsigns
Thames Coastguard or Dover Coastguard, both on Ch 16.
DOVER MRCC 50°08’N 01°20’E DSC MMSI 002320010 n 01304 210008 m 01304 225762
Langdon Battery, Swingate, Dover CT15 5NA. Area: Camber Sands to Reculver Towers
Operates Channel Navigation Information Service (CNIS); see 9.3.13.
LONDON MRSC 51°30’N 00°03’E MMSI 002320063 n 0208 3127380 m 0208 3098196. Thames Barrier Navigation
Centre, Unit 28, 34 Bowater Road, Woolwich, London SE18 5TF.
Area: River Thames from Shell Haven Pt (N bank) and Egypt Bay (S bank), upriver to Teddington Lock
†HUMBER MRCC 54°06’N 00°11’W MMSI 002320007 n 01262 672317 m 01262 400779
Lime Kiln Lane, Bridlington, Yorks E Riding YO15 2LX. Area: Southwold to the Scottish border.
WESTERN REGION
†HOLYHEAD MRCC 53°19’N 04°38’W MMSI 002320018 n 01407 762051 m 01407 761613
Prince of Wales Rd, Holyhead, Anglesey LL65 1ET. Area: Mull of Galloway to Friog (1·6M S of Barmouth).
†MILFORD HAVEN MRCC 51°42’N 05°03’W MMSI 002320017 n 01646 690909 m 01646 697287
Gorsewood Drive, Hakin, Milford Haven, SA73 2HD. Area: Friog to Marsland Mouth (near Bude).
†*FALMOUTH MRCC 50°09’N 05°03’W MMSI 002320014 n 01326 317575 m 01326 315610
Pendennis Point, Castle Drive, Falmouth TR11 4WZ.
Area: Marsland Mouth (near Bude) to Topsham (River Exe) falmouthcoastguard@mcga.gov.uk
NOTES: † Monitors DSC MF 2187.5 kHz.

* Broadcasts Gunfacts/Subfacts; see 5.6.
The 3 Regions above are Search and Rescue Regions.
THE NATIONAL COASTWATCH INSTITUTION (NCI)

Operates on dedicated VHF Ch 65. Callsign: use name of a visual watch during daylight hours throughout the year,
selected station (see Safety, 7.12) plus abbreviation NCI, they are able to provide, on request, details of actual weather
eg: Froward Point NCI. Do not call on Ch 16 or use call-sign conditions and sea state at their individual coastal locations,
National Coastwatch which can potentially be confused with radio checks, and local knowledge, from visitors’ moorings
Coastguard. There are 59 operational stations (2023) around to local hazards.
the English and Welsh coast. Manned by volunteers keeping
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GUERNSEY COASTGUARD (CRS)

Shetland
49°27’N 02°32’W DSC MMSI 002320064
16 (17) n 01481 720672 m 01481 256432
VHF Ch 16, 20, 62, 67. guernsey.coastguard@gov.gg
60° N
Area: The Channel Islands Northern area.
Stornoway 17
58°
(15,16) JERSEY COASTGUARD (CRS)
1 01° W
49°10’·90N 02°06’·80W DSC MMSI 002320060
n 01534 447705/04 m 01534 447799
Aberdeen VHF Ch 16, 25, 67 82, H24. jersey.coastguard@ports.je
(1, 2) N Area: The Channel Islands Southern area.
5.9.2 Emergency VHF D/F
2
In the Channel Islands a yacht in distress should call on Ch 16;
56°
15 expect to be switched to Ch 20 for Guernsey or Ch 82 for Jersey.
The emergency D/F sites, from which the true bearing of the
KEY: yacht in distress is given, are: VHF D/F stations, ¡ RG.
CGOC
14 Coastal Nav
Belfast Warning Areas 117 Site Lat/Long Controlled via
(13, 14)
Guernsey 49°26’·27N 02°35’·77W Guernsey Coastguard
3 Jersey 49°10’·85N 02°14’·30W Jersey Coastguard
54° 12
13 Humber
11 (3, 4) 5.9.3 Coast Radio Stations
Holyhead
(11, 12) Guernsey Coastguard and Jersey Coastguard are operated by
4
the States of Guernsey and Jersey respectively. They handle
Distress and Urgency situations as well as providing link calls
(in emergencies only).
10
52° Guernsey Coastguard VHF 16, 20 (primary working
5
Milford Haven (9, 10) Ch, call direct for safety traffic), 16, small craft distress/
emergency. Ch 62 available for link calls. Ch 67 on
Dover request for yacht safety messages.
NMOC (5, 6) DSC Ch 70: MMSI 002320064.
9 (6, 7)
Traffic lists: Vessels are called individually on Ch 16.
Falmouth 6 Jersey Coastguard
(8)
VHF 16, 82, primary working Ch, call direct for safety traffic,
8 7 16, small craft distress/emergency. (Ch 25, no continuous
listening watch, link calls for emergencies only.)
05° W 0°
DSC Ch 70 and 16 H24: MMSI 002320060.
Fig 5(2) UK Coastal (WZ) Navwarning areas 1–17. The area(s) for Navigational warnings, weather bulletins and traffic lists
which each CGOC is responsible are in brackets are broadcast on Ch 82 on receipt and at 0433, 0545,
5.8.2 Navwarnings (NavArea I Co-ordinator) 0833,1245,1633,1845, 2033, 2245. All times shown are UT,
After an announcement on Ch 16, MRCC broadcast coastal but during DST broadcasts are 1 hour earlier.
navigational warnings (WZ) on receipt and every 12 hours
at the same times and on the same frequencies as the Group 5.10 REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
A MSI broadcasts. See Table 6(2) for details. WZs are also
5.10.1 Coast Guard communications
broadcast by NAVTEX at the times shown in Table 6(1), and
by SafetyNET at 1730 UT daily for areas not covered by DUBLIN (MRCC)
NAVTEX. Urgent warnings are broadcast as soon as possible 53°20’N 06°15W DSC MMSI 002500300 (+2187·5 kHz)
after receipt on Ch 16 and on 2182 kHz. New dangers to n +353 1 662 0922/3 m +353 1 662 0795
navigation should be notified to other craft and the nearest Area: Carlingford Lough to Youghal.
MRCC by a Sécurité call. More details at www.mcga.gov.uk
(see Safety Information/Navigational Safety). VALENTIA (MRSC)
51°56’N 10°21’W DSC MMSI 002500200 (+2187·5 kHz)
n +353 669 476 109 m +353 669 476 289
5.9 THE CHANNEL ISLANDS
Area: Youghal to Slyne Head.
5.9.1 Coastguard communications
Guernsey and Jersey CG stations direct SAR operations in the MALIN HEAD (MRSC)
North and South of the CI area respectively, they also provide 55°22’N 07°20W DSC MMSI 002500100 (+2187·5 kHz)
communications on VHF and DSC. n +353 74 9370103 m +353 74 9370221
Area: Slyne Head to Lough Foyle
Close liaison is maintained with French SAR authorities and
a distress situation may be controlled by whichever is more Co-ordinates SAR operations around ROI via Dublin MRCC,
appropriate. For example a British yacht in difficulty in French Malin Head and Valentia MRSCs and remote sites. It may
waters may be handled by St Peter Port or Jersey so as to avoid liaise with the UK and France during any rescue operation
language problems; and vice versa for a French yacht. within 100M of the Irish coast. Dept of Transport, Leeson
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5.10.4 Coast Radio Stations

Malin Head MRSC
1677 kHz The main CRS at Malin Head, Dublin and Valentia are co-
located with Coast Guard centres. Remote CRS sites, as listed
MALIN Ch 05, 01
• below, ensure full coastal coverage in the three regions (NW,
Communications
HEAD
SE and SW Ireland). Callsign is station name and Radio.
RADIO
Glen All monitor Ch 16 (H24). Broadcasts are made on a working
Head channel after pre-warning on Ch 16 and 2182 kHz. Ch 67 is
Belmullet
Ch 03
• • Donegal
Bay NORTHERN
only used for Safety messages. See Chapter 6 for times and
details of gale warnings and weather bulletins.
Ch 02 IRELAND
Ch 63 Commercial link calls, ship to shore, are not available, but
• • Sligo Medico link calls can be made on both VHF and MF. Call
CRS on a working channel; only call Ch 16 if in difficulty or
j
•
Clew Bay
Ch 05 Carlingford
Ch 04
• emergency.
Ships should pass their intended voyage or position to Malin
Head Coast Guard, Dublin Coast Guard or Valentia Coast
Clifden
• Ch 03
Dublin MRCC
Ch 03
•
Guard, as appropriate. Update voyage details by TR.
NW Ireland (clockwise from the west)
• Galway
Ch 04
j
Clifden Coast Guard Ch 03
Clew Bay Coast Guard Ch 05
VALENTIA
RADIO Shannon
•j
Wicklow Head
Ch 02 • Belmullet Coast Guard Ch 63
Glen Head Coast Guard Ch 03
• Shannon
Ch 64 Waterford
Donegal Bay Coast Guard Ch 02
MALIN HEAD Coast Guard Ch 01, Ch 05
Valentia MRSC
j•
• Rosslare
Ch 05
MF: Tx1677 kHz, Rx 2102 kHz
• 1752 kHz
Ch 62
Cork
Ch 02 • • Mine
Head DUBLIN
SE Ireland
Carlingford Coast Guard Ch 04
• •
Bantry
Mizen
Ch 04 Galley
Head •
Ch 03
RADIO DUBLIN, Coast Guard Ch 03
Wicklow Head Coast Guard Ch 02
Ch 05 Ch 16 Rosslare Coast Guard Ch 05
Fig 5(3) Irish coast radio stations, CG centres and boundaries Mine Head Coast Guard Ch 03
SW Ireland
Lane, Dublin 2. n (01) 6620922; admin@irishcoastguard.ie
Cork Coast Guard Ch 02
The Irish EPIRB Registry is also at this address.
Galley Head Coast Guard Ch 16
The MRCC/MRSCs are co-located with the Coast radio stations
Mizen Head Coast Guard Ch 04
of the same name and manned by the same staff. All stations
keep watch H24 on VHF Ch 16 and DSC Ch 70. If ashore dial Bantry Coast Guard Ch 05
999 or 112 in an emergency and ask for Marine Rescue. VALENTIA Coast Guard Ch 62
MF: Tx 1752kHz, Rx 2045
5.10.2 SAR resources Shannon Coast Guard Ch: 64
The Irish Coast Guard provides some 50 units around the coast
Galway Coast Guard Ch 04
and is on call H24. The RNLI maintains four stations around the
coast and operates 42 lifeboats. Additionally, six community-
run inshore rescue boats are available. 5.11 WEST DENMARK
Helicopters, based at Dublin, Waterford, Shannon and Sligo, 5.11.1 Coastguard communications
can respond within 15 to 45 minutes and operate to a radius The national SAR agency is: JRCC Defence Command Denmark,
Defence Command Denmark, JOC Herningvej 30, Karup J,
of 200M. They are equipped with infrared search equipment
Denmark. e+45 728 50505 (switchboard) m+45 728 50384.
and can uplift 30 survivors.
The SAR coordinator is:
Military and civilian aircraft and vessels, together with the
Garda (Police) and lighthouse service, can also be involved. JRCC Denmark,n+45 72850450; m+45 72850384;
Some stations provide specialist cliff climbing services. They jrcc@sok.dk
are manned by volunteers, who are trained in first aid and MMSI 002191000
equipped with inflatables, breeches buoys, cliff ladders etc. MF DSC 2187·5 kHz TX/RX (Routine national traffic TX
Their n numbers (the Leader’s residence) are given, where 1624·5 kHz, RX 2159·5 kHz; Routine international TX
appropriate, under each port. 2177·0 kHz, RX 2189·5 kHz).
5.10.3 Navwarnings JRCC Denmark has no direct communications with vessels
Navwarnings are broadcast by Malin Hd and Valentia NAVTEX in distress, but operates through LYNGBY RADIO, which
518 kHz, see Table 6(1) and by MRCCs/MRSCs every 4 hours maintains a continuous listening watch on international
on VHF: Dublin and Malin Head from 0033 UT; Valentia from distress frequencies, including full DSC facilities.
0233 UT. e 728 50370, or 721 98410; email: lyngbyradio@mil.dk
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Skagen VHF Ch 04; MF Tx 1758 kHz, Rx 2102 kHz.

•
Skagen
Hirtshals Hirtshals VHF Ch 63.
Ch 63 • Ch 04
Hanstholm VHF Ch 01.
Tx1758kHz
Rx2102kHz Bovbjerg VHF Ch 02; MF Tx 1734 kHz, Rx 2111 kHz.
Hanstholm A Blåvand VHF 07; MF Tx 1734 kHz, Rx 2078 kHz.
Ch 01
• 5.12 GERMANY
Kattegat 5.12.1 Coastguard communications
MRSC The national SAR agency is:
Deutsche Gesellschaft zur Rettung Schiffbrüchiger
Bovbjerg (DGzRS), German Maritime Search & Rescue Service.
Ch 02
• Werderstrasse 2, D-28199 Bremen. mail@mrcc-bremen.de
Tx 1734kHz
Rx 2111kHz n+49 421 536870 ); m+49 421 5368714.
DGzRS is responsible for co-ordinating SAR operations,
Arhus MRCC
and operates 60 rescue units.
Bremen MRCC n +49 421 536870; mail@mrcc-bremen.de;
Lyngby MMSI 002111240, callsign Bremen Rescue Radio, maintains
B DSC 70 an H24 watch on MF 2182 kHz and Ch 16 VHF, also DSC MF
2187·5 kHz and VHF Ch 70 via remote coast radio stations
C
• Fig(5)at:
Blåvand
Ch 07 Blumenthal Norderney Borkum
Tx 1734 kHz
Rx 2078kHz Stade Cuxhaven Wangerooge
D Helgoland Westerhever Kampen
Bremen MRCC guarantees assistance, on request, to foreign
MRCCs co-ordinating SAR measures for German vessels in
foreign waters.
Kampen Ch 16
Fig 5(4) Danish Coast Guard and Coast Radio Stations
German N Sea
5.11.2 SAR resources Westcoast Traffic Flensburg
Traffic VTS
VTS Ch 15/16 Ch 27
There are at least 12 lifeboats stationed at the major harbours Ch 11/16
Nordfriesland Ch 26
along this west-facing coast. They double up as Pilot boats.
Westerhever Ch 16
5.11.3 Navwarnings Helgoland
Kiel Ch 23
Navwarnings are broadcast by Lyngby Radio on VHF and MF Ch 16
1734 kHz, 1738 kHz every 4 hours from 0133 UT. German Bight GERMANY
Traffic VTS Ch 79(W)/80(E) Cuxhaven Ch 16
5.11.4 Firing practice areas Wangerooge Ch 16
There are 4 such areas on the W coast as in Fig 5(4) and listed Norderney Ch 16 Elbe-Weser Ch 24 Stade Ch 16
below. Firing times are broadcast daily by Danmarks Radio Accumersiel Ch 28
(243 kHz LW) at 1745 LT after the weather. Times are available
Hamburg
from the Range office by n or Ch 16, using callsigns below. Ch 83
Borkum
A Tranum & Blokhus n+45 72839699 or call Tranum Ch 16 / Ch 61 Blumenthal Ch 16
Seefunk CRS
B Nymindegab n+4572839550 or call Nymindegab Bremen MRCC Bremen Ch 25
C Oksbøl n+45 72839550, call Oksbøl or see Fig 5(5) German Coastal Radio Stations and Offshore VTS
www.forsvaret.dk/oksbl
D Rømø E n+45 72839550 (n+45 73755219 or +45 5.12.2 SAR resources
21487290 during firing) or call Fly Rømø. DGzRS has 20 offshore lifeboats 20–26m LOA, and 40 <11m
Rømø W e+45 72848121 LOA, with 12 large,16 small, plus inshore lifeboats based on
their North Sea coast at Borkum, Juist, Norderney, Norddeich,
5.11.5 Coast Radio Stations Baltrum, Langeoog, Neuharlingersiel, Wangerooge,
All Danish VHF/MF CRS are remotely controlled by Lyngby Radio Horumersiel, Hooksiel, Wilhelmshaven, Fedderwardersiel,
e+45 72198410; m+45 45882485, vfk-ktp-joc-lyngbyradio@fiin. Bremerhaven, Cuxhaven, Brunsbüttel, Helgoland, Büsum,
dk MMSI 002191000, and use the callsign Lyngby Radio. Eiderdamm, Nordstrand, Amrum, Hörnum and List.
The stations in the the following list all monitor Ch 16 5.12.3 Navwarnings
and DSC Ch 70, H24. Call on working frequencies, to keep Navwarnings (Nautische Warnnachricht) are broadcast
Ch 16 clear. MF stations do not monitor 2182 kHz. Traffic lists in English by Pinneberg NAVTEX 518 kHz (see Table 6(1))
are broadcast on all VHF channels every odd H+05. every 4 hours from 0300 UT. Bremen MRCC broadcasts vital
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Navwarnings for the North Sea Coast on VHF 16 on receipt The Netherlands CG at Den Helder, co-located with the Navy
of a warning and every H and H+30 until cancelled. HQ, co-ordinates SAR operations as the Dutch JRCC for A1
and A2 Sea Areas. (JRCC = Joint Rescue Coordination Centre –
5.12.4 Coast Radio Stations marine and aeronautical.) Callsign is Netherlands Coast Guard,
Communications
DP07-CRS – Seefunk, Estedeich 84, 21129 Hamburg. but Den Helder Rescue during SAR operations.
n + 49 040 23855782. m+49 040 74134242. info@dp07.com The JRCC keeps a listening watch H24 on DSC Ch 70, and MF
www.dp07.com MMSI 002113100 DSC 2187·5 kHz (but not on 2182 kHz); MMSI 002442000.
Operates six CRS on the North Sea coast and five on the Coast Guard Operations can be contacted H24 via:
Baltic coast as shown on Fig 5(5) and listed below. The Coast
Guard CRS monitor Ch 16 and DSC Ch 70. Traffic Lists: at Emergency and Operations telephone number:
0745, 0945, 1245, 1645 and 1945LT. Callsign is the name of n+31 223 542300 m+31 223 658358 ccc@kustwacht.nl
the remote station.
Admin/info (HO):
Nordfriesland 26 Borkum 61 n+31 223 658300 m+31 223 658303
Elbe-Weser 24 Baltic Coast info@kustwacht.nl www. kustwacht.nl PO Box 10.000/
Hamburg 83 Kiel 23 MPC 10A, 1780 CA Den Helder.
Bremen 25 Flensburg 27
Accumersiel 28 Remote CG stations are shown on Fig 5(6). Working channels
are VHF 23 and 83.
Offshore VTS
German offshore VTS, Fig 5(5), has a broader remit than VTS 5.13.2 Medical advice
in UK, providing hourly weather reports, a 6H forecast and Call initially on Ch 16, DSC Ch 70 or 2187·5 kHz (MMSI
safety information in German and English: 002442000). Working chans are VHF Ch 23 & 83 or MF 2824
German North Sea Traffic: VHF Ch 11/16, H+20 kHz (transmit), 2520 kHz (receive).
Westcoast Traffic: VHF Ch 15/16, H+20
German Bight Traffic: western area, VHF Ch 79, H+00
5.13.3 SAR resources
The Dutch Lifeboat Ass’n (KNRM) manages 45 all-weather
German Bight Traffic: eastern area, VHF Ch 80, H+00
lifeboat stations and 13 inshore lifeboat stations along the
coast. The 75 lifeboats include 13m LOA water-jet, rigid
5.13 THE NETHERLANDS inflatables capable of 36 kn. Helicopters, fixed wing aircraft
5.13.1 Coastguard communications and ships of the RNN can be called upon; also Air Force
The national SAR agency is: helicopters at Leeuwarden. The area of activity extends
SAR Commission Maritime, Ministry of Infrastructure and across the Dutch Continental Shelf and into the Waddenzee,
the Environment, PO Box 5807, 2280 HV The Hague, The IJsselmeer and estuaries of Zuid Holland and Zeeland.
Netherlands. Fig 5(6) Netherlands Coast Guard and Radio stations
Schiermonnikoog
West Terschelling
Ch 16 70 83
• Ch 16 70 23
2187·5 2182 kHz • Appingedam •
Ch 16 70 83
1890 kHz
DEN HELDER (JRCC) • Kornwerderzand

Ch 16 70 23
Ch 16 70 23
•
Schoorl
Ch 16 70 83
•
• Hoorn
Ch 16 70 83 Wezep
IJmuiden
Amsterdam • Ch 16 70 23
Ch 16 70 83 •
Noordwijk
• 2187·5 2182 kHz
Renesse
Ch 16 70 23 •
Westkapelle
Ch 16 70 83
• Woensdrecht
• Ch 16 70 23
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5.13.4 Navwarnings The Belgian Air Force provides helicopters from Koksijde near
Navwarnings are broadcast by Netherlands Coast Guard on the French border. The Belgian Navy also participates in SAR
NAVTEX 518 kHz (see Table 6(1)) every 4 hours from 0230 UT, operations as required, n +32 2 4430350 m +32 2 4439658
and in English on VHF Ch 23 or Ch 83 and MF 3673 kHz every mik@mil.be
4 hours from 0333 UT.
5.14.3 Navwarnings
5.14 BELGIUM Navwarnings are broadcast by Oostende on NAVTEX 518 kHz
(see Chapter 6, Table 6(1)), and in English every 4 hrs on VHF
5.14.1 Coastguard communications 27 and MF 2761 kHz on receipt, every H+03 and H+33, and
The Belgian Coast Guard co-ordinates SAR operations every 4 hours from 0233 UT. Local messages are broadcast on
from Oostende MRCC, callsign Coast Guard Oostende. The 490 kHz. Navwarnings are broadcast for the Schelde on VHF
MRCC and Oostende Radio (CRS, see below) keep listening
24 on receipt and every H+55.
watch H24 Ch16, 67, 2182 kHz and DSC Ch 70 and 2187·5 kHz.
Coast Guard stations 5.14.4 Coast Radio Stations
MRCC OOSTENDE OOSTENDE RADIO

n +32 59 701000 m +32 59 703605 n +32 59 342493 m +32 59 342467 rmd@mil.be
MMSI 002059981 MMSI 002050480 Ch 16, MF 2182 kHz, DSC Ch 70 and
mrcc@mrcc.be 2187·5 kHz (H24)
MF: Tx 2484, Rx 3178 kHz. VHF Ch 07, 24, 27, 78, 81 85
MRCC BRUSSELS (Point of contact for COSPAS/SARSAT)
n +32 (0)2 751 4615 m +32 (0)2 7524201 Antwerp Ch 07, 24 ,27
rcc@mil.be De Panne (French border) Ch 78
Ghent Ch 24, 81
5.14.2 SAR resources Oudenburg (Oostende) Ch 85
Zeebrugge Ch 27
Offshore and inshore lifeboats are based at Nieuwpoort,
Rest of Belgium Ch 24
Oostende and Blankenberge.
5.15 FRANCE.
Dunkerque
Dover
GRIS-NEZ
St Frieux
JOBOURG St Valery-en-Caux
Antifer
Gatteville CROSS
GRIS-NEZ
Port-en-Bessin
Roches Douvres
Île de Batz Granville
CROSS Le Stiff D C B
CORSEN CORSEN A St Cast
St Mathieu Portzic CROSS
Pointe du Raz Le Chévre Key
Beg Meil A - St Quay JOBOURG
Groix B - Brèhat
Penmarc’h C - Ploumanac’h
ÉTEL D - Brignogan
St Julien Piriac
Belle-Île
Chemoulin FRANCE
CROSS Île d’Yeu

ÉTEL
Les Baleines
Chassiron
CENTRES RÉGIONAUX
Grave OPÉRATIONNELS DE SURVEILLANCE
ET DE SAUVETAGE
(CROSS)
Cap Ferret g CROSS
{ Signal Stations
Messanges
SPAIN Socoa
Fig 5(7) CROSS centres and signal stations (for remote stations see 6(12))
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5.15.1 French CROSS infrastructure English every 4 hours from 0000 UT, and in French every 4
CROSS (Centres Régionaux Opérationnels de Surveillance et hours from 0040 UT. CROSS also broadcasts Navwarnings on
de Sauvetage) provide an all-weather presence H24 along the VHF 79/80 after initial call on VHF 16 (Jobourg rarely).
French coast in liaison with foreign CGs. CROSS is an MRCC.
Communications
5.15.5 Semaphore (signal) stations
The main functions include: These keep visual, radar and radio watch (VHF Ch 16) around
• Co-ordinating SAR operations the coast and are manned by the French Navy. They relay
emergency calls to CROSS and are equipped with VHF DF.
• Navigational surveillance
They show gale warning signals, repeat forecasts and offer
• Broadcasting navigational warnings (5.5) local weather reports. They are listed below.
• Broadcasting weather information (6.20)
• Anti-pollution control Semaphore (Signal) stations
• Marine and fishery surveillance Dunkerque 03·28·66·86·18
Boulogne 03·21·31·32·10
All centres monitor VHF Ch 16 and DSC Ch 70 and
co-ordinate SAR on Ch 10, 13, 15, 67, 68, 73; DSC Ault 03·22·60·47·33
Ch 70, Corsen MRCC additionally monitors MF DSC Dieppe 02·35·84·23·82
(2187·5 kHz). They can be contacted by phone 112; Fécamp 02·35·28·00·91
via the National Gendarmerie, Affaires Maritimes or a
La Hève 02·35·46·07·81
Semaphore station. If a nautical emergency is witnessed from
the land, phone direct on 196. CROSS also monitors the TSS Villerville 02·31·88·11·13
in the Dover Strait, off Casquets and off Ouessant using, for Port-en-Bessin 02·31·21·81·51
example, callsign Ushant Traffic. St Vaast 02·33·54·44·50
For medical advice at sea call the appropriate CROSS which Barfleur 02·33·54·04·37
will contact the French TMAS (Telemedical Maritime
Le Homet 02·33·92·60·08
Assistance Service) and co-ordinate an evacuation if necessary.
ƒ Note: SAMU (Ambulance) will respond more quickly to an La Hague 02·33·52·71·07
emergency onshore than calling a doctor. Simply dial 15. Barneville-Carteret 02·33·53·85·08
Granville Le Roc 02·33·50·05·85
5.15.2 CROSS locations/contact details
Any CROSS can be telephoned simply by dialling 112. * St Cast 02·96·41·85·30
St Quay-Portrieux 02·96.70.42.18
CROSS Gris-Nez 50°52’N 01°35’E
MMSI 002275100 n 03·21·87·21·87 m 03·21·87·78·55 * Bréhat 02·96·20·00·12
gris-nez@mrccfr.eu Area: Belgian border–Cap Ploumanac’h 02·96·91·46·51
d’Antifer. CROSS Gris-Nez responds to COSPAS/SARSAT * Batz 02·98·61·76·06
alerts.
Brignogan 02·98·83·50·84
CROSS Jobourg 49°41’N 01°54’W Ouessant Stiff 02·98·48·81·50
MMSI 002275200 n 02·33·52·16·16 m 02·33·52·78·23.
St-Mathieu 02·98·89·01·59
jobourg@mrccfr.eu Area: Cap d’Antifer–Mt St Michel
Portzic (Ch 08) 02·98·22·21·47
CROSS Corsen 48°24’N 04°47’W
* Toulinguet 02·98·27·90·02
MMSI 002275300 n 02·98·89·31·31 m 02·98·89·65·75
corsen@mrccfr.eu Area: Mt St Michel–Pointe de * Cap-de-la-Chèvre 02·98·27·09·55
Penmarc’h Pointe-du-Raz 02·98·70·66·57
CROSS Étel 47°39’N 03°12’W Penmarc’h 02·98·58·61·00
MMSI 002275000 n 02·97·55·35·35 m 02·97·55·49·34 * Beg Meil 02·98·94·98·92
etel@mrccfr.eu Area: Pointe de Penmarc’h to the Étel Mât Fenoux (HW–3 to HW+2) 02·97·55·35·39
Spanish border.
Beg Melen (Groix) 02·97·86·80·13
5.15.3 Lifeboats * Talut (Belle-Île) 02·97·31·85·07
Société National de Sauvetage en Mer (SNSM; lifeboat St Julien 02·97·50·09·35
service) comes under CROSS. At sea, all vessels must contact * Piriac-sur-Mer 02·40·23·59·87
CROSS to call upon the services of SNSM; they should not Chemoulin 02·40·91·99·00
be contacted directly in an emergency. A hefty charge may
St Sauveur (Yeu) 02·51·58·31·01
be levied for a false call-out.
* Les Baleines (Ré) 05·46·29·42·06
5.15.4 Navwarnings (NavArea II Co-ordinator) Chassiron (Oléron) 05·46·47·85·43
Navwarnings are of two types: Long-range for NavArea II Pointe-de-Grave 05·56·09·60·03
issued by SHOM and broadcast by SafetyNet.
Cap Ferret 05·56·60·60·03
AvurNavs include Coastal and Local warnings. They are issued
* Messanges 05·58·48·94·10
by Cherbourg for the coast from the Belgian border to Mont
St Michel, and by Brest from Mont St Michel to the Spanish Socoa 05·59·47·18·54
border. They are broadcast by CROSS (Corsen) NAVTEX in *Operates sunrise to sunset only. Remainder are H24
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France – Morocco
5.15.6 Emergency VHF DF stations – France MRCC Madrid co-ordinates SAR operations via 3 MRCCs
A vessel in emergency can obtain its true bearing from a DF (Coruña, Gijon and Finisterre) on the N coast and Tarifa MRCC
station. DF stations are remotely controlled by a semaphore on the SW coast – as listed below.
(signal) station, a †Naval lookout station or a *CROSS, all of All facilities monitor (H24) VHF Ch 16, MF 2182 kHz and DSC Ch
which keep primary watch on Ch 16. 70, 2187·5 kHz. They broadcast weather as shown in Chapter 6
To obtain a true bearing from asterisked DF stations, call and Nav warnings, Chapter 3; they do not handle link calls.
CROSS on Ch 16, 11 or 67. Also available are seven continuously
North and North West Spain
scanned frequencies from among Ch 1–29, 36, 39, 48, 50, 52,
In N and NW Spain CG Centres do not keep continuous watch
55, 56 and 60–88.
on Ch 16, so call on a working channel; see Fig 5(8).
VHF DF stations are listed below (NE to NW then S):
Dunkerque 51°03’·40N 02°20’·40E Madrid MRCC MMSI, 002241022.
*Gris-Nez 50°52’·20N 01°35’·01E n917 559 132 m915 261 440. cncs@sasemar.es
Boulogne 50°44’·00N 01°36’·00E Bilbao MRCC
Ault 50°06’·50N 01°27’·50E 43°21’N 03°02’W MMSI 002240996
Dieppe 49°56’·00N 01°05’·20E n944 839 411 m944 839 161 bilbao@sasemar.es
Fécamp 49°46’·10N 00°22’·20E
La Hève 49°30’·60N 00°04’·20E Santander MRSC
Villerville 49°23’·20N 00°06’·50E 43°28’N 03°43’W MMSI 002241009
Port-en-Bessin 49°21’·10N 00°46’·30W n942 213 030 m942 213 638 santander@sasemar.es
St Vaast 49°34’·50N 01°16’·50W
Gijón MRCC
Barfleur 49°41’·90N 01°15’·90W
43°34’N 05°42’W MMSI 002240997
Levy 49°41’·70N 01°28’·20W
n985 326 050 m 985 320 908 gijon@sasemar.es
†Homet 49°39’·50N 01°37’·90W
*Jobourg 49°41’·50N 01°54’·50W Finisterre MRCC
La Hague 49°43’·60N 01°56’·30W 42°42’N 08°59’W MMSI 002240993
Carteret (Barneville) 49°22’·40N 01°48’·30W n981 767 320 m981 767 740 finisterre@sasemar.es
Le Roc (Granville) 48°50’·10N 01°36’·90W Coruña MRSC
Grouin (Cancale) (HJ) 48°42’·60N 01°50’·60W 43°22’N 08°23’W MMSI 002240992
St Cast 48°38’·60N 02°14’·70W n981 209 541 m981 209 518 coruna@sasemar.es
St Quay-Portrieux (HJ) 48°39’·30N 02°49’·50W
Bréhat 48°51’·30N 03°00’·10W Vigo MRSC
Ploumanac’h (HJ) 48°49’·50N 03°28’·20W 42°10’N 08°41’W MMSI 002240998
Batz 48°44’·80N 04°00’·60W n986 222 230 m986 228 957 vigo@sasemar.es
Brignogan (HJ) 48°40’·60N 04°19’·70W
Creac’h (Ouessant) 48°27’·60N 05°07’·70W South West Spain
*Creac’h (Ouessant) 48°27’·60N 05°07’·80W Tarifa MRCC co-ordinates SAR in SW Spain and the Gibraltar
†St Mathieu 48°19’·80N 04°46’·20W Strait, thus accepts Distress, Urgency and Safety traffic only.
Toulinguet (HJ) 48°16’·80N 04°37’·50W
Tarifa MRCC
Cap de la Chèvre (HJ) 48°10’·20N 04°33’·00W
36°01’N 05°35’W MMSI 002240994
Pointe du Raz 48°02’·30N 04°43’·80W
n956 684 740 m956 680 606 tarifa@sasemar.es
Penmarc’h 47°47’·90N 04°22’·40W
Beg-Meil (HJ) 47°51’·30N 03°58’·40W Huelva MRSC
Beg Melen 47°39’·20N 03°30’·10W 37°13’N 07°07’W MMSI 002241012
*Etel 47°39’·80N 03°12’·00W n959 243 000 m959 242 103 algeciras@sasemar.es
St Julien (HJ) 47°29’·70N 03°07’·50W huelva@sasemar.es
Taillefer 47°21’·80N 03°09’·00W
Le Talut 47°17’·70N 03°13’·00W Cádiz MRSC
Piriac 47°22’·50N 02°33’·40W 36°32’N 06°18’W MMSI 002241011
Chemoulin 47°14’·10N 02°17’·80W n956 214 253 m956 226 091 cadiz@sasemar.es
St Sauveur 46°41’·70N 02°18’·80W Algeciras MRSC (controlled by Malaga MRCC)
Les Baleines (HJ) 46°14’·60N 01°33’·70W 36°08’N 05°26’W MMSI 002241001
Chassiron 46°02’·80N 01°24’·50W n956 580 930 m956 581 951 algeciras@sasemar.es
La Coubre 45°41’·90N 01°13’·40W
Pointe de Grave 45°34’·30N 01°03’·90W 5.16.2 Navwarnings (NavArea III Co-ordinator)
Cap Ferret 44°37’·50N 01°15’·00W Long-range Navwarnings for NavArea III are broadcast by
Messanges (HJ) 43°48’·80N 01°23’·90W SafetyNet. Coastal warnings are broadcast in English and
Socoa 43°23’·30N 01°41’·10W Spanish by Coast radio stations on NAVTEX 518 kHz (see Table
6(1)) and on VHF; monitor VHF Ch 16 or MF 2182 kHz.
5.16 SPAIN
5.16.1 Coastguard communications 5.16.3 Coast Radio Stations (CRS)
The Society for Maritime Rescue and Safety (Sociedad de CRS monitor (H24) Ch 16, 2182 kHz and DSC (VHF and MF)
Salvamento y Seguridad Maritima – SASEMAR) is the national call Ch 16, then switch to a working channel. Traffic lists not
agency for SAR operations (and the prevention of pollution); broadcast on VHF, but passed on a working VHF channel; or
akin to MCA in the UK. on MF at every odd H +33, except 0133 and 2133.
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North Spain (Callsign for all: Bilbao Radio) Coruña Cabo Ortegal Cabo Peñas Machichaco
MRSC CRS Ch 02
Remote stations controlled by Bilbao Comms Centre are: CRS Ch 26 / • CRS Ch 27 / 1677 kHz CRS 1707 kHz
• Gijon MRCC
1698 kHz • • •
Pasajes Ch 27 Finisterre
Navia
CRS Ch 62 Pasajes
Communications
Santander
Machichaco MF: Tx 1677 & 2182; Rx 2102 & 2182. MRCC MRSC CRS Ch 27
CRS Ch 22 / CRS Ch 24
No VHF or DF 1764 kHz Vigo Bilbao
MRSC MRCC
Bilbao Ch 26 CRS Ch 20 CRS Ch 26
Santander Ch 24 La Guardia • • Arga
CRS Ch 82
CRS Ch 24, 25, 28, 83
North West Spain (Callsign for all: Coruña Radio)
A L
Remote stations controlled by Coruña Comms Centre are:
Arestal
T U G
Cabo Ortegal Ch 02 CRS Ch 12,
24, 25, 26, 85 •
Coruña MF: Tx 1707 & 2182; Rx 2132 & 2182. Ch 26
Finisterre MF: Tx 1698 & 2182; Rx 2123 & 2182. Madrid
MRCC
Ch 22
P O R
Vigo Ch 20
La Guardia Ch 82
S P A I N
Cabo Peñas Ch 27 Lisboa • Montejunto
CRS Ch 24, 25, 27, 86
Navia Ch 62 MRCC
CRS Ch 12,
23, 25, 26,
South West Spain 83 / 2182 kHz • Atalaia
CRS Ch 12, 23, 24, 25, 85
Remote stations controlled by Malaga Comms Centre include: Foia
CRS Ch 23,
Chipiona Radio MF: Tx 1656; Rx 2081. No VHF • 24, 27, 28 Huelva MRSC
•
Cádiz Radio Ch 28 Estoi •Chipiona CRS 1656 kHz
CRS Ch 24,
Tarifa Radio MF: Tx 1704; Rx 2129. Ch 83 27, 28, 86
Cádiz
MRCC
CRS Ch 28
5.17 MAINLAND PORTUGAL Tarifa

MRCC
• Gibraltar
Algeciras MRSC
5.17.1 Coastguard communications CRS Ch 83 /
1704 kHz
The Portuguese Navy co-ordinates SAR in two regions, Lisboa
Fig 5(8) Spanish and Portuguese CG radio stations
and Santa Maria (Azores), via MRCCs at Lisboa, Ponta Delgada
(Azores) and Funchal MRSC (Madeira). A network of CRS Funchal MRSC
maintains an H24 listening watch on all distress frequencies; 38°38’N 16°54’W MMSI 002550100 VHF Ch 11
see Fig 5(8). 2182 kHz n+351 291 213112 (Emergency) +351 919
Their HQ (Ministério da Defensa Nacional – Marinha) is at: 678140 m+351 291 228232 mrsc.funchal@marinha.pt
Estado-Maior da Armada, Rua do Arsenal, 1149–001 Lisboa 5.18.2 Coast Radio Stations (CRS)
n+351 210 984450 (HO); m+351 214 401954 All CRS monitor Ch 16 (H24) and are remotely controlled
by Lisboa Radio. The following MF frequencies and VHF
Lisboa MRCC channels are used:
38°41’N 09°19’W MMSI 002630100
Flores Radio 23
n+351 214 401919 (Emergency), +351 214 401950;
m+351 214 401954 Faial Radio MF: Tx 2741 & Rx 2237 kHz. 25 (H24), 26, 28
mrcc.lisboa@marinha.pt comar.dir@marinha.pt; Pico Radio 24 (H24), 26, 28
Full DSC Ch70 2187.5 kHz coverage not complete but São Miguel Radio MF: Tx & Rx 2182 kHz. 23 (H24), 26, 27
7 stations remotely controlled by Lisboa MRCC now Porto Santo Radio 23, 28 (H24)
operational, DSC Ch70/ Voice, VHF Ch16/ 2182 kHz.
GIBRALTAR
5.17.2 Coast Radio Stations (CRS)
Lisboa Radio controls all remote stations. SAR communications
n+351 214 190424 m+351 214 199900 Gibraltar VTS
lisboa.radio@telecom.pt 36°09’N 5°22’W MMSI 002361001 VHF & MF DSC
All CRS, Ch 16 (H24). Call name, (see Fig 5(8)) plus ‘Radio’. n +350 200 462 54 m +350 200 770 11
ops@port.gov.gi
5.18 PORTUGUESE ISLANDS
5.18.1 Coastguard communications MOROCCO
Ponta Delgada MRCC Coastguard communications
37°45’N 25°38’W MMSI 002040100 VHF Ch 16 2182 kHz Rabat MRCC
Planned DSC Ch 70; 2182 kHz n+351 296 281777; 33°49’N 07°09’W MMSI 002424133 VHF & MF DSC
(Emergency) +351 917 777461; m+351 296 205239 n+212 537 625897 emergency +212 537 625877
mrcc.delgada@marinha.pt mrcc.delgada@gmail.com mrcc.rabat@mpm.gov.ma
Horta MRSC Agadir MRSC
38°32’N 28°38’W MMSI 002040200 VHF Ch 16 30°25’N 09°38’W MMSI 002424136 VHF & MF DSC;
2057 kHz Remotely controlled from Lisbon Ch 16 n+212 528 842964 mrsc.agadir@mpm.gov.ma
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VTS – Flag etiquette
5.19 VESSEL TRAFFIC SERVICES (VTS)

No Lights Main message
VTS primarily assist commercial shipping and depend on
correct sequential use of communications. VTS usually exist
1 Serious emergency – all vessels to
in areas of high traffic density with complex routeing and/ stop or divert according to
Flashing
or navigational constraints, eg shoal water, narrow channels instructions
and tight bends. Such conditions are stressful and demanding
even for the professional mariner. Small craft must therefore
keep clear of big ships, eg by navigating just outside buoyed
channels. 2 Vessels shall not proceed
VTS both formalises, and is shorthand for, services which have (Note: Some ports may use an
exemption signal, as in 2a below)
existed for years. These include: Position reporting; radar
surveillance; procedural control of traffic (not to be confused
with TSS, although the two may exist in close proximity to each
other); traffic, weather, navigational and tidal information;
pilotage advice; and berthing instructions. 3 Vessels may proceed.
One-way traffic
Monitoring of VHF radio channels is therefore compulsory
for big ships, but yachts can benefit by:
Fixed or Slow Occulting

• Being aware of what commercial ships are doing
• Thereby being better able to avoid them 4 Vessels may proceed.
• Making use of radar assistance if the need arises Two-way traffic
• Hearing any constraints on their own movements
• Being readily contactable by the VTS authority.
It is rarely necessary (and often undesirable) for yachts

to transmit on a busy VTS channel; indeed many marine 5 A vessel may proceed only when
authorities discourage this. In Dutch and German waters she has received specific orders to
do so.
the letter of the law is often more rigidly enforced than (Note: Some ports may use an
elsewhere; violations may incur on-the-spot fines. exemption signal, as in 5a below)
VTS diagrams appear in the relevant geographic area of
Chapter 9, with detailed notes in the harbour text.
Exemption signals
and messages
5.20 INTERNATIONAL PORT
TRAFFIC SIGNALS (IPTS) 2a Vessels shall not proceed, except
The International system (IPTS) is now widely used on the that vessels which navigate outside
the main channel need not comply
Fixed or Slow Occulting
Continent, but its universal adoption may take some years. with the main message
Obsolescent national signals may occasionally be seen in a few
minor ports. In some major ports, eg Calais, these important
signals are the primary means of controlling traffic, thereby 5a A vessel may proceed when she
much reducing or even eliminating VHF radio ‘chatter’. has received specific orders to do
• The main movement message always comprises three so, except that vessels which
navigate outside the main channel
lights, vertically disposed. No additional light shall be need not comply with the main
added to the column carrying the main message. message
Thus the main message is always recognisable as IPTS,
and not as lights of navigational significance. IPTS may Auxiliary signals
also be used to control traffic at locks and bridges. and messages
• Red lights indicate Do not proceed. White and/or yellow lights, Local meanings, as promulgated in
displayed with the main local port orders
• Green lights indicate Proceed, subject to the conditions lights
stipulated. Red and green lights are never displayed
together, to avoid confusion.
• Signals may be omni-directional, ie seen by all vessels
simultaneously; or directional, ie seen only by vessels 5 and level with the upper light, means Vessels which
entering or by vessels leaving harbour. can safely navigate outside the main channel need not
comply with the main message. This signal, shown as
• Signal 1 Serious Emergency must show at least 60 flashes/ Nos 2a and 5a, is obviously important to small craft.
minute. All other signals may be fixed or slow occulting
(useful when background glare is a problem). A mixture • Signals which are auxiliary to the main message may
of fixed and occulting lights must not be used. be devised by local authorities. Such auxiliary signals
should show only white and/or yellow lights, and be
• Signal No 5 assumes that VHF, signal lamp, loud-hailer, displayed to the right of the column carrying the main
auxiliary signal or other means of communication will message. Ports with complex entrances and much traffic
specifically inform a vessel that she may proceed. may need many auxiliary signals, which will have to be
• Exemption signals. A single yellow light, displayed to documented. Smaller harbours with less traffic may only
the left of the column carrying main messages Nos 2 or need the basic signals, such as Nos 2 and 3.
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5.21 FLAG ETIQUETTE should be avoided unless strictly necessary. A long bamboo
Flags are still used to express identity – by national ensigns, cane can readily be hoisted to the masthead as a staff,
club burgees, etc. Brief guidance on their use is given below keeping the burgee clear above sensors and aerials.
and in Reeds Maritime Flag Handbook (ACN). A yacht should not fly more than one burgee. A burgee is
Communications
5.21.1 Ensign not flown when a yacht is racing. If the yacht is on loan, or
A yacht’s ensign is the national maritime flag corresponding is chartered, it is correct to use the burgee of the skipper or
to the nationality of her owner; Fig 5(9). Thus a British yacht charterer – not that of the absent owner. Normal practice has
should wear the Red Ensign unless she qualifies for a Special been to lower the burgee at night, at the same time as the
ensign (5.21.2). The national ensign should be kept clean and ensign, but nowadays many owners leave the burgee flying
in good repair. It should normally be worn at the stern, or if if they are on board or ashore in the vicinity.
that’s not possible the nearest position should be used, eg 5.21.5 Choice of burgee
at the peak in a gaffer, at the mizzen masthead in a ketch An owner who is not a Flag Officer, and who belongs to
or yawl, or about two-thirds up the leech of the mainsail. In more than one club, should normally fly the burgee (and
harbour or at anchor the proper position is at the stern. if authorised the special ensign) of the senior club in the
In British harbours by custom the ensign is hoisted at 0800 harbour where the yacht is lying. An exception may be if
(0900 between 1 Nov and 14 Feb) or as soon after that time another club is staging a regatta or similar function.
as people come on board; and lowered when the crew leaves
the boat for the evening, at sunset or at 2100LT, whichever 5.21.6 Flag Officer’s flag
occurs first. Clubs authorise their Flag Officers to fly special swallow-tailed
flags, with the same design as the club burgee and in place
Abroad the ensign (and burgee) are increasingly left flying
of it. The flags of a vice-commodore and a rear-commodore
at all times, to identify nationality – even at night in harbour,
carry one and two balls respectively. A Flag Officer’s flag is
unless the boat is unattended.
flown day and night while he is on board, or ashore nearby. A
At sea the ensign must be worn when meeting other
Flag Officer should fly his flag with the Red Ensign (or special
vessels, when entering or leaving foreign ports, or when
ensign, where authorised) in preference to the burgee of
approaching forts, Signal and CG stations – ie virtually at
some other club.
all times.
It is customary for a Flag Officer to be saluted (not more than
When racing the ensign should not be worn after the five
once a day) by a yacht flying the burgee of that club.
minute gun. It should be hoisted on finishing or retiring.
5.21.2 Special ensigns 5.21.7 House flag
Members of certain clubs may apply for a permit to wear An owner may fly his personal flag when he is on board in
a special ensign (eg Blue Ensign, defaced Blue Ensign, or harbour. It must not conflict with the design of an existing
defaced Red Ensign). The yacht must either be registered flag. A house flag is normally rectangular, and is flown at the
under Part I of the Merchant Shipping Act 1995 and of at crosstrees in a sloop or cutter, at the mizzen masthead in a
least 2 tons gross tonnage, or be registered on the Small Ships ketch or yawl, or at the foremast head in a schooner.
Register and of at least 7m LOA. The owner(s) must be British 5.21.8 St George’s Flag
subjects, and the yacht must not be used for any professional, This is predominantly a land flag, commonly misused
business or commercial purpose. Full details can be obtained afloat. It may only be flown at sea by admirals on duty
from Secretaries of the clubs concerned. The permit must be and members of the Association of Dunkirk Little Ships (in
carried on board. conjunction with their burgee).
A special ensign must only be worn when the owner is on
board or ashore in the vicinity, and only when the yacht 5.21.9 Q Flag
is flying the burgee (or a Flag Officer’s flag) of the club Vessels requiring customs’ clearance should fly the yellow
concerned. When the yacht is sold, or the owner ceases to Q flag. This declares that ‘my vessel is healthy and I request
be a member of the club, the permit must be returned to the free pratique’ ie to clear in and come ashore. This is not
Secretary of the club. required for vessels from, and sailing within, the EU.
5.21.3 Courtesy ensign 5.21.10 Salutes
It is customary when abroad to fly a small maritime ensign of Yachts should salute all Royal Yachts, and all warships of
the country concerned at the starboard spreader. A courtesy whatever nationality. A salute is made by dipping the ensign
ensign must not be worn below any other flag on the same (only). The vessel saluted responds by dipping her ensign,
halyard. Thus a club burgee, if usually flown at the starboard and then re-hoisting it, whereupon the vessel saluting re-
spreader, must be shifted to the port spreader when abroad, hoists hers.
permitting the courtesy ensign to be close up at the starboard
5.21.11 Dressing ship
spreader. The correct courtesy flag for a foreign yacht in
Dressing overall (as opposed to dressing with masthead flags)
British waters is the Red Ensign. British yachts do not need
is normally only done in harbour to mark national festivals.
to fly a courtesy flag in the Channel Islands.
The international code flags and pennants (Fig 5(1)) are
5.21.4 Burgee flown in the following order from stem to masthead(s) to
A burgee shows that a yacht is in the charge of a member stern:
of the club indicated, and does not necessarily indicate E, Q, p 3, G, p 8, Z, p 4, W, p 6, P, p 1, I, Code, T, Y, B, X,
ownership. It should be flown at the masthead. 1st Sub, H, 3rd Sub, (masthead) D, F, 2nd Sub, U, A,
If this is impossible due to wind sensors, radio aerials etc, O, M, R, p 2, J, p 0, N, p 9, K, p 7, V, p 5, L, C, S.
the burgee may be flown at the starboard spreader, but this (Total = 40).
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Ensigns and flags
Fig 5(9) Ensigns and flags
UK WHITE ENSIGN UK BLUE ENSIGN UK RED ENSIGN AUSTRALIA
AUSTRIA BASQUE FLAG BELGIUM CANADA
CYPRUS DENMARK FINLAND FRANCE
GERMANY GREECE GUERNSEY JERSEY
IRELAND ISRAEL ITALY LIBERIA
MALTA MONACO MOROCCO NETHERLANDS
NEW ZEALAND NORWAY PANAMA POLAND
PORTUGAL SOUTH AFRICA SPAIN SWEDEN
SWITZERLAND TUNISIA TURKEY USA
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Weather
6
Weather
6.1 Wind/sea state scales and terminology 82
Beaufort wind scale • Douglas Sea State Scale • Cloud types (pictures) •
Terms used in bulletins • Geostrophic scales • Unit conversion
6.2 Heavy weather warnings 85

International storm warning signals
Weather
6.3 Sources of weather information 86
6.4 Using weather forecasts 86
6.5 GMDSS – Maritime Safety Information (MSI) 86
6.6 NAVTEX 86
Messages • UK 518 and 490 kHz stations • Coverage abroad
6.7 GMDSS High seas bulletins 89

6.8 MSI Broadcasts by HM Coastguard 89
Shipping and Inshore forecasts • Remote CG transmitters
6.9 HF radio facsimile broadcasts 91

DWD (Offenbach)
6.10 Met Office/BBC weather forecasts 92

UK Forecast areas • Shipping Forecast • Frequencies • Schedule
6.11 Internet weather resources 94

6.12 Other weather resources 96
UK Met Office • Press • Television • Volmet
6.13–6.23 Weather information abroad 96

6.13 Channel Islands – 96 • 6.14 Republic of Ireland – 96 •
6.15 West Denmark – 97 • 6.16 Germany – 98 •
6.17 The Netherlands – 99 • 6.18 Belgium – 100 •
6.19 France – 100 • 6.20 N and NW Spain – 102 •
6.21 Portugal, Azores and Madeira – 102 •
6.22 SW Spain – 102 • 6.23 Gibraltar – 103
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Beaufort scale – Sea states
6.1 WIND/SEA STATE SCALES AND TERMINOLOGY

6.1.1 Beaufort wind scale
Force Wind speed Description Deep sea criteria Probable mean

(knots) (km/h) (m/sec) (max) wave ht (m)
0 <1 0–2 0–0·5 Calm Calm, glassy, like a mirror ––
1 1–3 2–6 0·3–1·5 Light air Calm. Ripples like scales are formed 0·1 (0·1)
2 4–6 7–11 1·6–3·3 Light breeze Small wavelets, still short but more 0·1 (0·3)
pronounced, not breaking
3 7–10 13–19 3·4–5·4 Gentle breeze Large wavelets, crests begin to break; 0·6 (1)
glassy foam, perhaps a few white horses
4 11–16 20–30 5·5–7·9 Moderate Small waves becoming longer; fairly 1 (1·5)
breeze frequent white horses
5 17–21 31–39 8·0–10·7 Fresh breeze Moderate waves, taking a more 2 (2·5)
pronounced form; many white horses,
perhaps some spray
6 22–27 41–50 10·8–13·8 Strong breeze Large waves forming; white foam crests 3 (4)
are extensive everywhere; probably some
spray
7 28–33 52–61 13·9–17·1 Near gale Sea heaps up; white foam from breaking 4 (5·5)
waves begins to be blown in streaks
8 34–40 63–74 17·2–20·7 Gale Moderately high waves of greater length; 5·5 (7·5)
edge of crests break into spindrift; foam
blown in well-marked streaks
9 41–47 76–87 20·8–24·4 Strong gale High waves with tumbling crests; dense 7 (10)
streaks of foam; spray may affect visibility
10 48–55 89–102 24·5–28·4 Storm Very high waves with long overhanging 9 (12·5)
crests; dense streaks of foam make the
surface of sea white. Heavy, shock-like
tumbling sea; visibility affected
11 56–63 104–117 28·5–32·6 Violent storm Exceptionally high waves; sea completely 11·5 (16)
covered with long white patches of foam;
edges of wave crests blown into froth.
Visibility affected
12 64 plus 118 plus 32·7 plus Hurricane Air filled with foam and spray; sea 14 (––)
completely white with driving spray;
visibility seriously affected
Notes
• The actual force exerted on a sail is proportional to the Swell
square of the windspeed and directly to the density. The length and height in metres of swell waves are described
Thus a wind of Force 6 (say 25 knots) has more than and quantified as follows:
three times the ‘weight’ of a wind of Force 4 (say 14
knots) – which is why even a small increase in windspeed, Length of Swell (m)
or gusts, have a significant effect on a sailing yacht. Short 0–100
Temperature has a smaller effect; at 5°C the force of Average 100–200
the wind is about 6% higher than at 20°C. Long over 200
• Wave height depends upon the distance travelled
Height of Swell (m)
(fetch), the length of time the wind has been blowing
and any currents. The probable mean wave heights Low 0–2
(max. in brackets) shown in the table above are for open Moderate 2–4
sea, away from land. In enclosed waters, or near to land, Heavy over 4
with an offshore wind, wave heights will be smaller but
often steeper – particularly with wind against tide.
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6.1.2 Douglas Sea State Scale (wind force/wave height): Fig 6(1) Typical sea
states associated with
Wind force Wave ht (m) Douglas Sea State
0 - 0 Calm various Beaufort wind
1 0.1 1 Calm forces
2 0.2 2 Smooth
3 0.6 3 Slight Photography:
4 1.0 3-4 Slight-mod Force 0, 11, 12 © Crown;
5 2.0 4 Moderate Force 1, 2, 7, © GJ
6 3.0 5 Rough Simpson; Force 3, 4, 5, 6,
7 4.0 5-6 Rough-V.Rough
8 5.5 6-7 V.Rough-High © IG MacNeil; Force 8,
9 7.0 7 High © WAE Smith; Force 9,
10 9.0 8 Very High © JP Laycock; Force 10,
11 11.5 8 Very High Force 0 0–1kn Calm Wave Ht 0m
12 14+ 9 Phenomenal © G Allen
Weather
Force 1 1–3kn Light Air Force 2 4–6kn Light Breeze Force 3 7–10kn Gentle Breeze
Wave Ht 0.1m Wave Ht 0.2m Wave Ht 0.6m
Force 4 11–16kn Moderate Breeze Force 5 17–21kn Fresh Breeze Force 6 22–27kn Strong Breeze
Wave Ht 1m Wave Ht 2m Wave Ht 3m
Force 7 28–33kn Near Gale Force 8 34–40kn Gale Force 9 41–47kn Severe Gale
Wave Ht 4m Wave Ht 5.5m Wave Ht 7m
Force 10 48–55kn Storm Force 11 56–63kn Violent Storm Force 12 64+kn Hurricane
Wave Ht 9m Wave Ht 11.5m Wave Ht 14m
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Clouds – Heavy weather warnings
6.1.3 Cloud types
Cirrus (Ci) Very high, silky-white clouds (mare’s tails) consisting Nimbostratus (Ns) A low, dark grey, rain-bearing cloud mass
of ice-particles, associated with strong winds aloft. Often obscuring the whole sky. Often follows Altostratus and the
indicates the approach of a frontal system and deteriorating passing of a front. Steady rain, sleet or snow will set in, the
weather conditions. © RK Pilsbury base covering low hills. © RK Pilsbury
Cirrocumulus (Cc) Very high small white puffs in ripples, Stratus (St) Thin, grey, fog-like sheet of cloud as low as 1000
sometimes forming banks; the classic Mackerel sky. Thicker or even 500 feet. Dense Stratus can produce drizzle and poor
than Cirrus and formed by turbulence. Not usually associated visibility. It is usually associated with warm sector conditions.
with any particular weather. © RK Pilsbury © Crown
Cirrostratus (Cs) A thin high whitish veil which does not blur Stratocumulus (Sc) Dense, lumpy grey cloud below 5000 feet;
the outline of the sun or moon; the only cloud to show a persistent in winter with high pressure. If it thickens to form
halo. If it thickens, it can indicate an approaching front or a solid grey layer across the sky, expect rain at any time.
depression. © CS Broomfield © GA Watts
Altocumulus (Ac) Essentially a greyish-white layer cloud with Cumulus (Cu) Fair weather cloud with vertical development
gaps between rounded globules of cumulus. If forming in due to rising warm air, especially over coasts. Plenty of blue
bands, it may indicate an approaching front. sky but risk of gusty showers due to instability. Disappears
© CS Broomfield by early evening. © RK Pilsbury
Altostratus (As) A medium level, sheet of blue-grey cloud like Cumulonimbus (Cb) Large, dramatic convection cloud rising
a layer of fog. The sun or moon may shine through it, without to great heights with huge tops, some anvil-shaped. Heavy
halo. Usually indicates that frontal rain can be expected in a rain and thundery squalls are likely. Down-currents produce
few hours, turning to Ns. © S Cornford sudden strong gusts, hazardous to yachts. © Crown
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6.1.4 Terms used in UK weather bulletins 6.1.6 Unit conversion

Weather administrations may use a variety of units. To
Speed of movement of pressure systems convert between them, refer to the following table:
Slowly < 15 knots
Atmospheric pressure
Steadily 15–25 knots
Rather quickly 25–35 knots Hectopascals (hPa) = Millibars (mb).
Rapidly 35–45 knots Hectopascals (hPa) X 0·295 = inches of mercury (InHg).
Very rapidly > 45 knots Hectopascals (hPa) X 0·75 = mm of mercury (mmHg).
Inches of mercury (InHg) X 33·8639 = Hectopascals (hPa).
Visibility
mm of mercury (mmHg) X 1·33322 = Hectopascals (hPa).
Good > 5 nautical miles
Moderate 2–5 nautical miles Temperature
Poor 1000 metres–2 nautical miles
Multiply ºC by 1·8 then add 32 to obtain ºF.
Very poor or Fog Less than 1000 metres
Subtract 32 from ºF, then divide by 1·8 to obtain ºC.
Barometric pressure changes (tendency)
Rising or falling slowly:
6.2 HEAVY WEATHER WARNINGS
Pressure change of 0·1 to 1·5 hPa/mb in the preceding Gale warnings
3 hours.
A Gale warning means that average winds of at least F8
Rising or falling:
Weather
(34–40kn) or gusts up to 43–51kn are possible (ie may
Pressure change of 1·6 to 3·5 hPa/mb in the preceding occur) somewhere within the area, but not necessarily over
3 hours. the whole area.
Rising or falling quickly: Severe Gale means winds of at least F9 (41–47kn) or gusts
Pressure change of 3·6 to 6 hPa/mb in the preceding 3 reaching 52–60kn.
hours. Storm means winds of F10 (48–55kn) or gusts of 61–68kn.
Rising or falling very rapidly: Violent Storm means winds of F11 (56–63kn) or gusts of
Pressure change of more than 6 hPa/mb in the preceding 69kn or more.
3 hours. Hurricane Force means winds of F12 (64kn or more).
Now rising (or falling): Gale warnings remain in force until amended or cancelled
Pressure has been falling (rising) or steady in the (‘gales now ceased’). If a gale persists for more than 24
preceding 3 hours, but at the time of observation was hours the warning is re-issued.
definitely rising (falling).
Timing of gale warnings
Imminent: Within 6hrs from time of issue
6.1.5 Geostrophic scales Soon: 6–12hrs from time of issue
When interpreting a synoptic chart it often helps to be able
Later: More than 12hrs from time of issue
to estimate the Beaufort wind force; similarly the speed in
knots at which warm, cold and occluded fronts are moving Note: when there is some uncertainty, UK forecasters may
– hence when a warm front or a post-cold front clearance say ‘Perhaps gale 8 later’ but without issuing a gale warning.
may arrive. However within the Imminent and Soon periods, a warning
must be issued even if the forecaster says ‘perhaps...’
On UK charts there is a scale shown. To use, set your dividers
between adjacent isobars, then read off from the left (high) Strong wind warnings
end of the scale the gradient windspeed in knots. Be careful Strong wind warnings will only be issued if the wind is
to use the scale at the appropriate latitude. Warm fronts forecast to reach F6 or more and was not predicted when
move at about 2/3 of this speed and cold or occluded fronts the last forecast was issued. They will be broadcast on receipt
move at about 3/4. Surface winds can be at least 3/4 of the and will be included in the repetition forecasts but will be
gradient speed in cold, unstable air and between 1/2 and 2/3 incorporated into the next new inshore forecast if still in
in warm, stable air coming from a southerly point. force.
GEOSTROPHIC WIND SCALE Wind
in knots for isobars at 4 mb intervals
Polar Stereographic Projection Wind direction: The direction from which the wind is
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blowing.
Latitude°N
60 Winds becoming cyclonic: Indicates that there will be

considerable changes in wind direction across the path
50
of a depression within the forecast area.
40 Veering: A clockwise change in the wind direction, eg
80 40 25 15 10
Gradient windspeed (knots) SW to W.
Backing: An anti-clockwise change in the wind direction,
Fig 6(2) Example (not to scale) of geostrophic wind scale found eg W to SW.
on UK synoptic charts
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Storm warning signals – NAVTEX
6.2.1 International storm warning signals • The barometer, logging carefully whether it is steady,
France and the Netherlands use the international system of rising or falling and at what hourly rate; see 6.1.4.
visual storm warning signals shown here, shapes by day, lights • Actual wind direction and speed, noting any tendency to
at night. Portugal and Gibraltar use national variants. back or veer, increase or moderate; see 6.2.
Day Night Meaning • The appearance of the sky, especially cloud types, their
. Strong wind estimated heights and direction of travel; see 6.1.3.
O
O (force 6–7)
• When precipitation starts and ends may also provide
] O NW gale valuable clues to frontal movement.
O
The pocket sized Reeds Weather Handbook, by Frank
] O NE gale Singleton, is a very helpful guide to the use of weather
] . forecasts.
] . SW gale Compare your forecast with what actually happened. Analyse
. errors, and remember that practice makes perfect.
^ . SE gale
^ O 6.5 GMDSS – MARITIME SAFETY INFORMATION
As well as the better known distress reporting and rescue
O Hurricane aspects of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System
O force 12, (GMDSS) (see 7.3), weather information is grouped with
O any direction navigational safety information as the second major
portion of GMDSS and is collectively termed Maritime Safety
Wind veering Information (MSI).
Rectangular flags Member nations of the International Maritime Organization
of any colour Wind backing (IMO) are responsible for ensuring that GMDSS MSI is
broadcast over communications systems covering inshore,
offshore and deep oceanic regions.
6.3 SOURCES OF WEATHER INFORMATION
GMDSS MSI is a vital source of weather information to
There is no shortage of weather information available to yachtsmen worldwide and is disseminated by national
today’s yachtsman, indeed it could be argued that there maritime administrations (eg MCA) over systems such as
is almost too much choice, with ‘official’ and ‘unofficial’ SafetyNET, NAVTEX, Marine VHF, MF and HF radio. Its content
forecasts of varying quality provided by both private and may also be rebroadcast by national broadcast (eg BBC) and
government organisations over a variety of media, some Coast Radio Stations (CRS) and private organisations.
entirely free to receive, some not.
The sources of this information are national Meteorological
For the first 24 to 48 hours, forecasts from national maritime Offices. Contact details for the UK Met Office are given in
authorities should always be consulted using forecasts from 1.2, other nations’ are as follows:
different sources if available. It can be more useful to compare
successive forecasts from the same source. Republic of Ireland 6.14; Denmark 6.15; Germany
6.16; The Netherlands 6.17; Belgium 6.18; France 6.19;
6.4 USING WEATHER FORECASTS Spain 6.20 and 6.22; Portugal 6.21; Gibraltar 6.23.
Weather forecasting has advanced greatly over the past 30
years or so and is still improving, due to increasing computer
6.6 NAVTEX
power, improved measuring equipment and advanced data
analysis techniques. This is particularly apparent in the ability NAVTEX is the primary method of disseminating MSI from
to forecast large scale patterns up to at least a week ahead. the fairway buoy to at least 270 miles offshore. A dedicated
There are also improvements, but less obvious, in short term aerial and receiver with an LCD screen (or integrated printer)
detailed prediction of marine weather. are required. The user selects which stations and message
categories are recorded for automatic display or printing.
Single observer forecasting, oft-practised in days past,
Two frequencies are used: On the international frequency,
is less relevant in Europe, now there is a well developed
518kHz, messages are always available in English with
meteorological infrastructure. Watching the sky and reading
excellent coverage of Europe. Interference between stations
the barometer are still useful but more for verifying the
is minimised by scheduling time slots and by limiting
‘official’ forecast than for creating your own. Instead, the
transmission power; see Fig 6(3). NAVTEX information
sailor is better advised to monitor every weather broadcast,
applies only to the geographical area for which each station
paying attention to trends and changes in the forecast.
is responsible.
Consistency from one forecast to the next and between
forecasts from different sources builds confidence in them; On the national frequency 490 kHz (shown in purple
the degree of inconsistency implies the degree of uncertainty. throughout this chapter) the UK issues inshore waters
Daily monitoring of forecasts is important for the next eight forecasts and coastal station actuals. Elsewhere it is used
to ten days ahead. Monitoring forecasts on a six hourly basis mainly for transmissions in the national language. 490 khz
is essential to keep ahead of small but important changes stations have different identification letters from 518 kHz
that can occur over such timescales. stations.
It is most productive, and sensible, to use your own NAVTEX is convenient, and particularly useful when
observations and experience to interpret forecasts to your preoccupied handling your vessel as you will not miss
local area. Useful observations will include: potentially important information.
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6.6.1 NAVTEX Messages (M) Jeloya (518 kHz)¡

Each message is prefixed by a four-character group: The first NAVTEX ¡
(L) Rogaland
character is the code letter of the transmitting station (eg Stations
E for Niton). The second character is the message category,
see 6.6.2. The third and fourth are message serial numbers,
running from 01 to 99 and then re-starting at 01. The serial (O)(C)
number 00 denotes urgent messages which are always Portpatrick
displayed. (Q)(A)
NAVTEX printers reject corrupt or already displayed messages; Malin Head
¡
soft copy sets show all valid messages. Weather messages, ¡ (G)(U) Cullercoats
¡
and some other message types, are dated/timed. All NAVTEX
messages begin with ZCZC, ending with NNNN. (S)(L) Pinneberg
¡
Note: Navareas and Metareas have the same boundaries; in
this chapter they are referred to as Metareas, but in Chapter ¡ (P) Netherlands
3 as Navareas. See also Fig 6(5) for Shipping forecast areas ¡ (I)(T)
(E)(K)(I)(T) CG
and Fig 6(4) for Inshore waters forecast boundaries. (W) Valentia Niton ¡ (T)(V)(B)
(B) Oostende
6.6.2 NAVTEX Message categories ¡
A* Navigational warnings NAVAREA I (UK)

B* Meteorological warnings ¡
NAVAREA II
Weather
C* Ice reports
(France)
D* SAR info and Piracy attack warnings (A)(E) Corsen
E Weather forecasts
F Pilot service (S) La Garde
(W)(S)
¡ ¡
G AIS
(W) La Coruña
(D)(W)
H LORAN
NAVAREA III
I Spare (Spain)
J SATNAV
¡
¡ (R)(G)
(G) Monsanto ¡
K Other electronic Navaids (T) Cagliari
(X)(M) Valencia
L Navwarnings additional to A
M-U Spare (G)(T) Tarifa ¡
V-Y Special services – as allocated Fig 6(3) NAVTEX stations/areas – UK and W Europe
Z No messages on hand
* On SOLAS sets these may not be rejected. Some leisure sets

may be set to reject all message types except D.
6.6.3 UK/ROI 518 kHz broadcasts

Forecasts for UK Shipping forecast areas are broadcast (UT) on
518 kHz from the stations below. Forecasts for 24 hours and a
brief outlook are in bold. The extended outlook for a further 3–5
days is in bold italics.
E – Niton 0040 0440 0840 1240 1640 2040

Thames clockwise to Fastnet, excluding Trafalgar.
G – Cullercoats 0100 0500 0900 1300 1700 2100

Viking, Forties, Cromarty, Forth, Tyne, Dogger, Humber, Thames, Fair Isle.
O – Portpatrick 0220 0620 1020 1420 1820 2220

Lundy clockwise to SE Iceland, excluding Shannon.
Q – Malin Head 0240 0640 1040 1440 1840

Shannon, Rockall, Malin and Bailey
T – Oostende, 0310 0710 1110 1510 1910

Thames, Dover
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490 kHz NAVTEX – CG MSI broadcasts
6.6.4 UK Inshore waters forecasts on 490 kHz receiver. Times (UT) of transmissions are listed in chronological
These provide four 24 hour forecasts and outlooks daily order.
for UK inshore waters (to 12M offshore) at times in bold. Actual Met data includes: Sea level pressure (mb), wind
Reports of actual weather at the places listed below are direction and speed (kn), weather, visibility (M), air and sea
broadcast at times in italics. To receive these reports select temperatures (°C), dewpoint temperature (°C) and mean
490 kHz and message category ‘V’ (6.6.2) on your NAVTEX wave height (m).
A – Malin Head 0000 0400 0800 1200 1600 2000
Areas 13-17: Lough Foyle to Carlingford Lough, Mull of Galloway to Cape Wrath, the Minch.
C – Portpatrick 0020 0420 0820 1220 1620 2020
Areas 9-17: Land’s End to Cape Wrath, the Minch, Lough Foyle to Carlingford Lough, N Rona, Stornoway,
S Uist, Lusa (Skye bridge), Tiree, Campbeltown Airport, Macrihanish, Belfast, Malin Head, Belmullet, St Bees Head,
Ronaldsway, Crosby, Valley, Aberporth, Milford Haven, Roches Point, Valentia, .
I – Niton 0120 0520 0920 1320 1720 2120
Areas 5-9: Gibraltar Point to St David’s Head and the Channel Islands
Sandettie Lt V, Greenwich Lt V, Bournmouth Airport, Guernsey airport, Jersey airport, Channel Lt V, Mountbatten,
Culdrose, Seven Stones Lt V, and Roches Point (Cork).
U – Cullercoats 0320 0720 1120 1520 1920 2320
Areas 1-5 and 18: Cape Wrath to North Foreland and Shetland
Sandettie Lt V, Manston, Shoeburyness, Weybourne, Donna Nook or Bridlington, Boulmer, Leuchars, Aberdeen,
Lossiemouth, Wick, Kirkwall, Lerwick, Foula, K7 Met buoy, Sule Skerry.
6.6.5 NAVTEX coverage abroad

Selected NAVTEX stations in Metareas I and II, with Note: these overseas stations all have UK sea areas in their
their identity codes, are listed in chronological order of broadcasts: Rogaland, Hamburg, Oostende, IJmuiden,
transmissions. Times of weather messages are shown in bold. Valentia, Malin Head. Though MRCC Tórshavn’s (‘D’, Faroe
Gale warnings are usually transmitted 4-hourly. Islands) does not, its forecasts may be useful (www.mrcc.fo)
TABLE 6(1) NAVTEX broadcast schedule for Western Europe

METAREA I (Co-ordinator – UK) Transmission times (UT)
B – Oostende, Belgium (Note 6) 0010 0410 0810 1210 1610 2010
D – Tórshavn, Faroe Islands 0030 0430 0830 1230 1530 2030
K – Niton (Note 1) 0140 0540 0940 1340 1740 2140
L – Rogaland, Norway 0150 0550 0950 1350 1750 2150
L – Pinneberg, Hamburg (Note 4) 0150 0550 0950 1350 1750 2150
M – Jeløya, Norway 0200 0600 1000 1400 1800 2200
P – Netherlands CG, Den Helder 0230 0630 1030 1430 1830 2230
Q – Malin Head, Ireland (Note 3) 0240 0640 1040 1440 1840 2240
S – Pinneberg, Hamburg (Note 6) 0300 0700 1100 1500 1900 2300
T – Oostende, Belgium (Note 4) 0310 0710 1110 1510 1910 2310
V – Oostende, Belgium (Note 2) 0330 0730 1130 1530 1930 2330
W – Valentia, Ireland (Note 3) 0340 0740 1140 1540 1940 2340
Notes 1 In English, only Nav warnings for coast from Cap Gris Nez to Île de Bréhat. 2 Nav warnings only.
3 See 6.6 and Fig 6(5) for the Atlantic areas covered by ‘Q’ at 1040, 2240 and by ‘W’ at 1140, 2340.
4 In German, weather and Nav warnings for German Bight (also W and S Baltic) at times in bold above.
5 Weather broadcasts every 4 hours for the North Sea. 6 Weather & Nav warnings, in Dutch occ English.
METAREA II (Co-ordinator – France) Transmission times (UT)
A – Corsen, Le Stiff, France 0000 0400 0800 1200 1600 2000
D – La Coruña, Spain 0030 0430 0830 1230 1630 2030
E – Corsen, Le Stiff, France (in French) 0040 0440 0840 1240 1640 2040
F – São Miguel, Azores, Portugal 0050 0450 0850 1250 1650 2050
G – Monsanto, Portugal (in Portuguese) 0100 0500 0900 1300 1700 2100
M – Porto Santo, Madeira, Portugal (in Portuguese) 0100 0500 0900 1300 1700 2100
G – Tarifa, Spain 0100 0500 0900 1300 1700 2100
I – Las Palmas, Islas Canarias, Spain 0120 0520 0920 1320 1720 2120
J – São Miguel, Azores, Portugal (in Portuguese) 0130 0530 0930 1330 1730 2130
P – Porto Santo, Madeira, Portugal 0230 0630 1030 1430 1830 2230
R – Monsanto, Portugal 0250 0650 1050 1450 1850 2250
T – Tarifa, Spain (in Spanish) 0310 0710 1110 1510 1910 2310
W – La Coruña, Spain (in Spanish) 0340 0740 1140 1540 1940 2340
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6.7 GMDSS HIGH SEAS BULLETINS Group B

In the N Atlantic part of MetArea I, see Fig 6(3), weather Contains a new Inshore waters forecast, new outlook,
data is available from: and Gale warnings.‘B’ broadcast times in plain type.
• SafetyNET which provides MSI to vessels in A3 sea Group C
areas. Goonhilly Coast Earth Station (CES) transmits Met A repeat of the Inshore waters forecast and Gale warnings
data at 0930 and 2130 UT via the AOR-E and AOR-W (as per the previous Group A or B) plus any new Strong
satellites. wind warnings. ‘C’ broadcast times are italicised.
• NAVTEX. Malin Head (Q) and Valentia (W) cover the E Notes: Fig 6(4) shows the boundaries of the 18 areas which
Northern and E Central sections, as well as Sole, Shannon, are covered by Inshore waters forecasts. In the forecast these
Rockall and Bailey. areas are referred to not by their numbers, but by their
defining places/headlands, eg Whitby to Gibraltar Point.
6.8 MSI BROADCASTS BY HM COASTGUARD
Subfacts & Gunfacts are broadcast by the following CGOCs
MRCC routinely broadcast Maritime Safety Information
Falmouth, Aberdeen (occas), Stornoway and Belfast. See 5.5,
(MSI) over VHF every 3 hours at the times in Table 6(2)
5.6, Navigation (WZ) warnings, Subfacts & Gunfacts.
below.
Each broadcast contains one of 3 different Groups of MSI: 6.8.1 Actual weather
On request MRCC may report the actual weather in their
Group A vicinity. HM CG stresses that they are not qualified Met
The full broadcast contains the Shipping forecast, observers and such reports may be no more than a look out
Inshore waters forecast (for local Areas as in Table 6(1)), of the window or originate from passing ships and yachts.
Gale and strong wind warnings. The National Coastwatch Institution (NCI) operates on
Weather
A Fisherman’s 3 day forecast is broadcast (1 Oct–31 Mar) VHF Ch 65. There are 56 operational stations (2023) around
by MRCC which are MF equipped (see 6.8.3), except the English and Welsh coast. Manned by volunteers keeping
Tiree. a visual daylight watch throughout the year, they are able to
provide, on request, details of actual weather conditions and sea
Times of ‘A’ broadcasts in bold type.
state at their individual coastal locations (see also Safety, 7.12).
TABLE 6(2) VHF broadcasts of shipping and inshore waters forecasts by HM Coastguard
Coastguard Shipping forecast areas Inshore waters Broadcast Groups and times LT*
forecast areas
East Coast B C A C B C A C
Aberdeen Cromarty, Forties, Forth, Fair Isle, 1, 2 0130 0430 0730 1030 1330 1630 1930 2230
Tyne
Humber Tyne, Dogger, Fisher, Humber, 3, 4, 5 0150 0450 0750 1050 1350 1650 1950 2250
German Bight
South Coast B C A C B C A C
Dover Humber, Dover, Wight 5, 6 0110 0410 0710 1010 1310 1610 1910 2210
Solent Dover, Wight, Portland,Plymouth 5, 6, 7 0130 0430 0730 1030 1330 1630 1930 2230
Falmouth Portland, Plymouth, Sole, Lundy 8, 9 0110 0410 0710 1010 1310 1610 1910 2210
Fastnet
West Coast B B C A C B C A C
Milford Haven Lundy, Fastnet, Irish Sea, 9,10 0150 0450 0750 1050 1350 1650 1950 2250
Holyhead (A) Irish Sea 10,11 0150 0450 0750 1050 1350 1650 1950 2250
Holyhead (B) Irish Sea 11,12 0130 0430 0730 1030 1330 1630 1930 2230
Belfast Irish Sea, Rockall, Malin, Hebrides 12,13,14,15 0210 0510 0810 1110 1410 1710 2010 2310
Stornoway Rockall, Malin, Hebrides, Bailey, 15,16,17 0110 0410 0710 1010 1310 1610 1910 2210
Fair Is, Faroes, SE Iceland
Shetland Viking, Fair Isle, Faroes, Cromarty 1,18 0110 0410 0710 1010 1310 1610 1910 2210
*Although HMCG endeavour to repeat broadcasts at the times shown this can vary and forecasts may be postponed until
the next time slot depending on the level of operational activity during emergencies and busy times.
Readers are advised to check for changes in the MCA Maritime safety information leaflet (MCA /064) available at www.mcga.
gov.uk. See also our six free monthly updates from January to June available for PDF download at www.reedsnauticalalmanac.
co.uk/update.
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CG VHF/MF/HF MSI broadcasts
59° 05° W
00° 00'
59°
17 E18 Ch 64
D18 Ch 63
A1 Ch 63
M15 Ch 10
Stornoway B1 Ch 62
MRCC C18 Ch 64
58° L15 Ch 62
I15 Ch 63
1 Shetland B18 Ch 62
16 Shetland
MRCC 60°N
58°
H15 Ch 64
G15 Ch 62
A18 Ch 63
K15 Ch 63 D1 Ch 63
C1 Ch 64
57°
F13 Ch 10 18 01°W
E15 Ch 63
J15 Ch 10 57°
Aberdeen
MRCC E1 Ch 64
D15 Ch 64
B15 Ch 62
F1 Ch 63 2
C15 Ch 63
To
A15 Ch 10
60
56° G1 Ch 62
°N
H1 Ch 63
15 56°
15
°W
C13 Ch 62
K13 Ch 63 I1 Ch 64
J13 Ch 62 B13 Ch 64
A3 Ch 63
A13 Ch 10
55°
H13 Ch 10
G13 Ch 64 14 3 55°N
B3 Ch 64
E13 Ch 62
F13 Ch 63 F10 Ch 63
C3 Ch 63
I13 Ch 64
54° Belfast 13 12 D3 Ch 64
MRCC E10 Ch 64
D13 Ch 64 Humber E3 Ch 63
MRCC 54°
D10 Ch 62
4
11 F3 Ch 64
B10 Ch 64
A10 Ch 63
53° G3 Ch 62
C10 Ch 63
Holyhead 53°
MRCC I3 Ch 64
MRCC Consult table 6(2) to find the
Boundary of Inshore J3 Ch 63
transmission time(s) for the
Waters Forecast Area type (group A, B or C) of MSI H3 Ch 63
broadcast at your location.
10 I9 Ch 62 K3 Ch 64
L3 Ch 63
52°
H9 Ch 64 A5 Ch 62 52°
Milford Haven B5 Ch 63
MRCC
London C5 Ch 64
G9 Ch 62 F9 Ch 62
E9 Ch 64
D9 Ch 63
C9 Ch 64 MRSC
D5 Ch 63
5
51° Dover
MRCC
E5 Ch 64
B9 Ch 63 Solent 51°
JRCC
9 A9 Ch 64
E7 Ch 62 A7 Ch 62
F5 Ch 62
C7 Ch 62 B7 Ch 63
I8 Ch 62 D7 Ch 63
D8 Ch 64
A8 Ch 63
50°
Falmouth
MRCC B8 Ch 10 6
E8 Ch 10
F8 Ch 62 C8 Ch 62 7 50°
8 H8 Ch 64
G8 Ch 63 05° W 00° 00'
Fig 6(4) Remote Coastguard transmitters and Inshore waters forecast areas used by the UK Coastguard network
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6.8.2 Remote MSI aerial locations 11) Great Orme Head to Mull of Galloway. 12) Isle of Man
MRCC MSI broadcasts are transmitted up to 30M via remote HOLYHEAD CG, (B) 0130
aerial sites from locations shown in Figure 6(4) opposite on C10 Moel-y-Parc (N Wales)
VHF channels, 10, 62, 63 or 64, after prior announcement on D10 Langthwaite (Lancaster)
E10 Snaefell (Isle of Man)
Ch 16. Broadcasts are every 3 hours from the start times (LT)
F10 Caldbeck (Carlisle)
shown below. For MF frequencies, see 6.8.3.
13) Lough Foyle to Carlingford Lough. 14) Mull of Galloway to
1) Cape Wrath to Rattray Head, inc Orkney. 2) Rattray Head to Mull of Kintyre inc Firth of Clyde and North Channel
Berwick-upon-Tweed ABERDEEN CG, 0130 BELFAST CG, 0210
A1 Durness (Loch Eriboll) A13 Rhu Staffnish (Kintyre)
B1 Noss Head (Wick) B13 Lawhill (Ardrossan)
C1 Rosemarkie (Cromarty) C13 Clyde (Greenock)
D1 Windy Head Hill (2M W Fraserburgh) D13 Slieve Martin (Rostrevor)
E1 Greg Ness (MF: see 6.8.3) E13 Orlock Head (Bangor)
F1 Inverbervie F13 Black Mountain (Belfast)
G1 Fife Ness G13 West Torr (Fair Head)
H1 Craigkelly (Burntisland)
H13 Limavady (Lough Foyle)
I1 St Abbs Head
I 13 Navar (Lower Lough Erne)
3) Berwick-upon-Tweed to Whitby. 4) Whitby to Gibraltar Pt J13 Kilchiaran (SW Islay)
HUMBER CG, 0150 K13 South Knapdale (Loch Fyne)
A3 Newton
B3 Cullercoats (Blyth MF: see 6.8.3) 15) Mull of Kintyre to Ardnamurchan Point. 16) The Minch.
C3 Boulby (10m N of Whitby) 17) Ardnamurchan Point to Cape Wrath
D3 Ravenscar STORNOWAY CG, 0110
E3 Flamborough Head A15, Torosay (E Mull)
B15 Glengorm (N Mull)
Weather
F3 Easington (Spurn Head)
G3 Mablethorpe (15M SE of Grimsby) C15 Tiree (MF: see 6.8.3)
H3 Guy’s Head (The Wash) D15 Arisaig (S of Mallaig)
I3 Langham (Blakeney) E15 Drumfearn (SE Skye)
J3 Trimingham (Cromer) F15 Skriag (Portree E Skye)
K3 Caister (Great Yarmouth) G15 Rodel (S Harris)
L3 Lowestoft H15 Melvaig (Loch Ewe)
5) Gibraltar Pt to North Foreland. 6) North Foreland to Selsey I 15 Portnaguran (E Lewis)
Bill DOVER CG, 0110 J15 Barra
A5 Bawdsey (R Deben) K15 Clettreval (N Uist)
B5 Walton-on-the Naze L15 Forsnaval (W Lewis)
C5 Bradwell (R Blackwater) M15 Butt of Lewis (MF: see 6.8.3)
D5 Shoeburyness 18) Shetland Isles and 60 nautical mile radius
E5 Langdon (Dover) SHETLAND CG, 0110
F5 Fairlight (Hastings) A18 Fitfull Head (Sumburgh)
7) Selsey Bill to Lyme Regis SOLENT CG, 0130 B18 Shetland (Lerwick)
A7 Newhaven (in Area 6) C18 Shetland (Collafirth MF: see 6.8.3)
B7 Boniface Down, Ventnor (IoW) D18 Saxa Vord (Unst)
C7 Needles E18 Wideford Hill (Kirkwall, Orkney, Area 1)
D7 Grove Point (Portland Bill)
E7 Beer Head 6.8.3 MF MSI broadcasts
8) Lyme Regis to Land’s End inc the Isles of Scilly MF MSI is broadcast up to 150M, after alert on 2182 kHz.
FALMOUTH CG, 0110 MF Radio Site Group A Inshore waters
A8 Berry Head
B8 Dartmouth Gale warnings*
C8 East Prawle (Salcombe) Tiree (1883 kHz) 0810, 2010 0210, 1410
D8 Rame Head Collafirth (1770 kHz) 0710, 1910 0110, 1310
E8 Fowey Butt of Lewis
F8 Falmouth (1743 kHz) 0710, 1910 0110, 1310
G8 Lizard
Scillies (1880 kHz) 0710, 1910 0110, 1310
H8 Isles of Scilly (MF: see 6.8.3)
I8 Trevose Head (in Area 9) Gregness (2226 kHz) 0730, 1930 0130, 1330
Cullercoats (1925 kHz) 0750, 1950 0150, 1350
9) Land’s End to St David’s Head, inc the Bristol Channel.10)
St David’s Head to Great Orme Head inc St George’s Channel *Only made if there are gale warnings in force.
MILFORD HAVEN CG, 0150
A9 Hartland Point 6.9 HF RADIO FACSIMILE BROADCASTS
B9 Combe Martin (N Devon) Radio-Fax machines (or HF/SSB and computer) able to receive
C9 Severn Bridges
D9 St Hilary (Barry) images provide weather/Isobaric charts, sea and swell charts,
E9 Mumbles (Swansea) satellite images,temperature and wind charts are particularly
F9 Monkstone (Tenby) useful for blue water yachtsmen. See ALRS, Vol 3.
G9 St Ann’s (Milford Haven)
H9 Dinas Head (Fishguard) 6.9.1 DWD Offenbach
I9 Blaenplwyf (Aberystwyth) GMDSS related broadcast from German weather bureau
10) St David’s Hd to Great Orme Hd inc St George’s Channel DWD (www.dwd.de), transmitted from Pinneburg, DDH and
HOLYHEAD CG, (A), 0150 DDK on 3855 kHz (10 kW), 7880 and 13881 kHz (both at 20
A10 South Stack (Holyhead) kW). Actual/ forecast surface charts, sea state, for up to 108
B10 Great Orme
hours. 1110 UTC daily from www.dwd.de/sendeplan.
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6.10 SHIPPING FORECAST AREAS

25° 20° 15° 10° 5° 0° 5°
65°
SE
Iceland NORWEGIAN
BASIN
Faroes
N
Viking Utsire
EAST NORTHERN
SECTION L
60°
S
Fair Isle Utsire
Bailey St Forties
Hebrides Cromarty
Malin
T Le
Fisher
M Dogger
Forth
Ty
ne
55°
R German
B Humber Bight
Rockall Irish
Sea
Thames
V
EAST CENTRAL Lundy
SECTION S
G
Shannon Fastnet Wight Dover
50° C
Sc
J Portland
METAREA I Sole
METAREA II Plymouth
Coastal Stations
45° reporting actual
Biscay weather
T Tiree auto
St Stornoway
L Lerwick
Le Leuchars
Fitzroy B Bridlington
S Sandettié Auto
40° G Greenwich Auto
J Jersey
C Channel Auto
Sc Scilly Auto
V Valentia
R Ronaldsway
Trafalgar M Malin Head
35°
Fig 6(5) UK forecast areas, SafetyNet area I/II boundary
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SHIPPING FORECAST RECORD TIME/DAY/DATE ................................
GENERAL SYNOPSIS At 0048, 0520, 1201 (Weekdays only), 1754 LT
System Present position Movement Forecast position At
SEA AREA Wind Weather Visibility

Gales
FORECAST (At first) (Later)

VIKING
NORTH UTSIRE
SOUTH UTSIRE
FORTIES
CROMARTY
FORTH
Weather
TYNE
DOGGER
FISHER
GERMAN BIGHT
HUMBER
THAMES
DOVER
WIGHT
PORTLAND
PLYMOUTH
BISCAY
TRAFALGAR (0048)
FITZROY
SOLE
LUNDY
FASTNET
IRISH SEA
SHANNON
ROCKALL
MALIN
HEBRIDES
BAILEY
FAIR ISLE
FAROES
S E ICELAND
Wind Wind
COASTAL COASTAL
Direction
REPORTS REPORTS
Direction
Weather
Weather
Visibility
Visibility
Pressure
Pressure
Change
Change
Force
Force
at ............ UT
BST
Tiree auto (T) Greenwich auto (G)
Stornoway (St) Jersey (J)
Lerwick (L) Channel auto (C)
Leuchars (Le) Scilly auto (Sc)
Bridlington (B) Valentia (V)
Sandettié auto (S) Ronaldsway (R)
Malin Head (M)
Fig 6(6) UK shipping forecast pro forma
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Shipping Forecast – Internet weather
6.10.1 BBC Radio 4 shipping and other inshore forecasts of wind direction and force, weather, visibility, and
forecasts sea state. The 18 inshore areas (Fig 6(4)) are defined by the
Although not part of the GMDSS, for many the BBC Radio following places and headlands, clockwise around the UK:
4 shipping forecasts remain the principal source of weather Cape Wrath, Orkney, Rattray Hd, Berwick-upon-Tweed,
data. NAVTEX broadcasts are more complex, see 6.6. Whitby, Gibraltar Point, N Foreland, Selsey Bill, Lyme
The benefit of the shipping forecast is that it is updated 6 Regis, Land’s End, St David’s Head, Great Ormes Head,
hourly. Isle of Man, Mull of Galloway, Carlingford Lough, Lough
LT Bands Contents summary Foyle, Mull of Kintyre, Ardnamurchan Pt and Shetland.
Weekdays Reports of actual weather. The list of stations changes from
00:48 LW, FM Gale Warning list. Shipping time to time. Currently the following station reports are
and Inshore forecasts. broadcast after the 0048 shipping forecast:
Extended list of Coastal
Tiree*, Stornoway, Lerwick, Wick*, Aberdeen, Leuchars,
reports.
Boulmer, Bridlington, Sandettie LV*, Greenwich LV*,
05:20 LW, FM Gale Warning list, Shipping
St Catherines Point*, Jersey, Channel LV*, Scilly*, Milford
and Inshore forecasts.
Haven, Aberporth, Valley, Liverpool Crosby, Valentia,
reports. Coastal reports.
Ronaldsway, Malin Head, Macrihanish*.
After the 0520 shipping forecast, stations shown in italics
12:01 LW, FM Gale Warnings, are omitted. Those shown with an asterix are described as
Shipping forecast automatic weather stations. At these the current weather,
such as rain, may not be reported.
17:54 LW Gale Warnings
Shipping forecast Latest observations can also be obtained from the internet.
See: www.xcweather.co.uk, www.meteociel.fr (click on
Weekends temperature and a location) and www.metoffice.gov.uk.
00:48 LW, FM Gale Warnings, Shipping
6.10.3 BBC general (land) forecasts
and Inshore forecasts
BBC Radio 4 land area forecasts are broadcast on the
Coastal reports
frequencies in 6.10.1, often including an outlook up to 48
05:20 LW, FM Gale Warnings, Shipping hours, details of frontal systems and coastal weather.
and inshore forecasts.
Coastal reports
Land area forecasts – Wind strength
17:54 LW, FM Gale Warnings Wind descriptions, with Beaufort scale equivalents, are:
Shipping forecast Calm: 0 Fresh: 5
Sea area Trafalgar is only included in the 0048 forecast. Light: 1–3 Strong: 6–7
Moderate: 4 Gale: 8
Frequencies
LW 198 kHz Land area forecasts – Visibility
The following definitions apply to land forecasts:
FM England 92·4–94·6 MHz
Mist: Visibility between 2000m and 1000m
Scotland 91·3–96·1 MHz 103·5–104·9 MHz Fog: Visibility less than 1000m
Wales 92·8–96·1 MHz 103·5–104·9 MHz Dense fog: Less than 50m
N Ireland 93·2–96·0 MHz 103·5–104·6 MHz 6.11 INTERNET WEATHER FORECASTS
Channel Is 94·8 MHz
The Internet is not an operational system in the same sense as
Contents of the shipping forecast the GMDSS; website addresses (URLs) and content can change
Time of issue; summary of gale warnings in force at that time; without notice; there is little quality control. Nevertheless, it
a general synopsis of weather systems and their expected is a useful back-up as a valuable alternative source for GMDSS
development and movement over the next 24 hours; sea area forecasts and information otherwise unavailable. For the UK,
forecasts for the same 24 hours, including wind direction/ the Met Office has printable texts of all its marine forecasts
force, weather and visibility in each; and an outlook for the and warnings. Search for www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/
following 24 hours. specialist-forecasts/coast-and-sea. Most European GMDSS
texts are on-line, see Frank Singleton’s Weather website
Gale warnings for all affected areas are broadcast at the for details. Météo France has an excellent app for IOS and
earliest break in Radio 4 programmes after receipt, as well Android devices. Private weather service texts are usually
as after the next news bulletin. automated without human input. As with all forecasts,
Weather reports from coastal stations follow the 0048 and always check the date and time of origin.
0520 shipping forecasts; see Figs 6(5) and 6(6). They include Synoptic charts are available on-line using a browser, but
wind direction and force, present weather, visibility, and sea- the MailASail Chart Responder provides charts in compressed
level pressure and tendency, if available. form by email for those with limited bandwidth.
6.10.2 BBC Radio 4 Inshore waters forecast Output from numerical weather models is available in GRIB
A forecast for inshore waters (up to 12M offshore) in 17 areas file format. The most used source is the US Global Forecast
around the UK and N Ireland, valid for 24 hours, is broadcast System (GFS). Data can be downloaded free to a laptop using
after the 0048 and 0520 coastal station reports. It includes XyGrib and several tablet apps; all automatically saved for
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10° W 05° W 00° 00'

k K7 k Foula
59°
N Rona k Sule Skerry 59°
ik
k k Kirkwall Shetland
Butt of Cape Wrath
Lewis i i ikWick k 60°N
58°
{ Lerwick
Stornoway 58°
ik 01°W
i Lossiemouth
Benbeculai
Aultbea ik i Peterhead
57° S.Uist ik
kLusa Aberdeen {
ik 57°
Tiree iOban k Leuchars

56° ik
k
56°
Weather
Machrihanish { iPrestwick {ik
k Boulmer
Malin Head ik
55°
ik i
Ballycastle iTynemouth 55°N
Belfast ki
Belmullet
Bangor ikSt Bee’s Head
54° k
k i Walney Is ik
k Bridlington 54°
Ronaldsway
Crosbyk
Donna Nook ik
53° { i
Valley ik Rhyl 53°
Aberdaron i Holbeach i ik
Weybourne
52° Roches Point Aberporth

k {ik Walton i
52°
Valentia k Milford
Haven {i i Cardiff Shoeburyness k Manston
Mumbles i k
51° Dover i k
51°
Solent NMOC Newhaven
Hurn Airport k kii
i Sandettié
Thorney Lt V
St Mawgan k
Plymouth ik Portland k { i Island ik k
St Catherine’s Greenwich
50°
Seven Stones k i Falmouth Channel Lt V
Point Lt V
Scilly i k 50°
Culdrose ikk
Stations reporting actual weather
After 0048 and 0533 shipping forecasts Guernseyik
k
49°
{ After 0048 shipping forecasts
i Tel recording ik
k 49°
k NAVTEX 490 kHz i Jersey
Bréhat 00° 00'
05° W
Fig 6(7) Stations reporting actual weather via BBC Radio 4, telephone recordings and NAVTEX
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Other resources – West Denmark
off-line viewing later. Other models freely available include 6.13 CHANNEL ISLANDS (North to South)
the German ICON global model and ICON-EU, a more 6.13.1 Alderney
detailed model for European waters. These can be seen using Alderney Coastguard Chs 74 or 67 provides forecasts and
XyGrib on a laptop or, on all platforms, using Windy.com and reports on request; also available in the HM’s office; see
Ventusky.com.
Area 19.
For a quick look, there are browser services such as
6.13.2 Weather information by broadcast radio
PassageWeather.com, XCWeather.com and WeatherOnline.
BBC Radio Guernsey 93.2 MHz, 99.0 MHz 1116 kHz, broadcasts
com. The ECMWF (European Centre for Medium-range
a weather bulletin for the waters around Guernsey, Herm
Weather Forecasts) Chart Catalogue has 10-day forecasts
and Sark at 0630 LT. It contains a synopsis, warnings, coastal
including synoptic charts, wind, sea temperature, sea state,
forecast and coastal reports from Jersey, Guernsey, Alderney,
rain, cloud cover and some probability forecasts. None of
Cap de la Hague, Cherbourg, Portland.
these can be saved.
e 01481 200600. www.bbc.co.uk/guernsey guernsey@bbc.co.uk
Detailed forecasts are on the Danish (DMI), Jersey and
Spanish (AEMet) Met services websites. Germany (ICON-EU BBC Radio Jersey 1026 kHz and 88·8 MHz broadcasts storm
and COSMO) and France (AROME) make forecasts available warnings on receipt; and a Shipping forecast for local waters
to third parties, for example, OpenSkiron, Windy.com and (0625, 1625 LT Mon-Fri; 0625, 0725 LT Sat/Sun).
Ventusky.com. Meteociel is a good source for many computer- Wind info for Jersey waters is broadcast live at 0725, 0825,
generated forecasts. 1725 LT Mon-Fri; and 0725, 0825 LT Sat and Sun.
GRIB data are useful for interpreting GMDSS forecasts. They www.bbc.co.uk/jersey radiojersey@bbc.co.uk e 01534 870000.
are particularly valuable for planning up to a week or so
6.13.3 Jersey Meteorological Department
ahead. Save 8–10 day forecasts daily and compare each with
Provides 6 hourly 24hr forecasts and 24hr outlook for the
preceding forecasts looking for consistency as a guide to
area within 50°N, 03°W and the adjacent French coast. The
reliability. If successive forecast runs give similar results, you
forecast includes the general situation, wind, weather, vis,
can plan ahead with some confidence. Without consistency,
sea state, swell, sea temperature and St Helier tide times/
work on a day-to-day basis.
heights.
6.12 OTHER WEATHER RESOURCES A recorded, chargeable version of the above can be obtained
6.12.1 Talk to a forecaster by calling e 0900 669 0022 if in the CI or UK (60p per min).
Texts are on-line at https://.gov.je/weather/pages/shipping.
For a UK Met Office service e 0370 900 0100 or +44 (0) 13928 axps. To speak to a local forecaster e 0905 807 7777 (£1·50
85680. m 0370 900 5050 for details. Jersey Met Office (H24) per min). From Guernsey only, call e 12080. For more detailed
e 01534 446770 info and charge rates call e +44 1534 448770, or visit www.
Weatherquest.co.uk, University of East Anglia, e 09065 gov.je/weather.
777675. If you anticipate using these services regularly it is 6.13.4 Weather broadcasts by Jersey Coastguard
advisable to make arrangements before departure. Calls are These are broadcast by Jersey Coastguard on VHF Chs 25, 82
charged at a rate of £1·55/min plus network extras. (after prior announcement on Ch 16) at 0645, 0745, 0845,
6.12.2 Press (all LT), and 1345,1945,2345,(all UTC). Gale warnings are also
Some national and regional papers include a synoptic chart broadcast on receipt and at 0307, 0907, 1507, 2107 (UTC).
which helps to interpret the shipping forecast. Jersey Coastguard is part of CG and SAR services at St Helier.
www.jersey-harbours.com n 01534 447705/04.
6.12.3 Television
Most TV forecasts show a synoptic chart and satellite pictures 6.14 REPUBLIC OF IRELAND (ROI)
usually after news programmes or on BBC 24 hours Weather. Met Éireann (Irish Met Office), Glasnevin Hill, Dublin 9, D09
In remote areas a TV forecast in a bar or even shop window Y921, Ireland. n +353 1806 4200, m 1 806 4275, www.met.
may be the only source of weather information. ie.General forecasting : n 1 806 4255, m 1 806 4275, forecasts@
met.ie (Charges may apply for individual forecasts.)
6.12.4 Volmet
Volmet is a continuous broadcast of actual weather 6.14.1 Irish Coast Radio Stations
and forecasts for selected civil/military airfields. Reports CRS and their VHF channels are listed below and in Fig 6(8)
contain wind direction/spd, vis, cloud amount/height, air/ (see also www.sailing.ie/News/id/2996/. 24hr forecast for
dewpoint temps, sea level pressure (QNH). 30M offshore and the Irish Sea on VHF at 0103, 0403, 0703,
1003, 1303, 1603, 1903 and 2203LT, after announcement on
Volmet is broadcast on long range HF SSB including Shannon
Ch 16, include gale warnings/synopsis.
Volmet on: 3413 kHz (HN), 5505, 8957 kHz (H24) and 13264
kHz (HJ). RAF Volmet (H24) on 5450 and 11253 kHz HF SSB Malin Head 01,05 Carlingford 04
includes coastal stations: Leuchars, Lossiemouth, Kinloss and Glen Head 03 Dublin 03
Cardiff at H and H+30; and Culdrose, Belfast and Prestwick Donegal Bay 02 Wicklow Head 02
at H+07 and +37. Belmullet 63 Rosslare 05
Clew Bay 05 Mine Head 03
For further information on civilian Volmet contact the Civil
Clifden 03 Cork 02
Aviation Authority. For military Volmet contact No 1 AIDU,
Galway 04 Galley Head 16
RAF Northolt, West End Road, Ruislip, Middlesex HA4 6NG.
Shannon 64 Mizen Head 04
Valentia 62 Bantry 05
Gale warnings are broadcast on receipt and at 0033, 0633,
1233 and 1833 UT, after an announcement on Ch 16.
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MF, Valentia Radio broadcasts forecasts for Shannon and

FOREIGN LANGUAGE WEATHER
Fastnet on 1752 kHz at 0833 and 2033 UT, and on request.
Gale warnings are broadcast on receipt and at 0303, 0903, INFORMATION
Going abroad it is useful to know some basic
1503 and 2103 (UT) after an announcement on 2182 kHz.
meteorological terms in other languages (see 1.6). Use
Weather is not broadcast on MF by Malin Head or Dublin.
the Internet to familiarise yourself with the forecast
6.14.2 NAVTEX formats, terms and place names used. If English
Malin Head MRCC broadcasts (ID ‘A’, see Fig 6(3)) an inshore language forecasts are not available it will be easier
forecast at 0000, 0400, 0800, 1200, 1600 and 2000 for North to read texts on the Internet using Google translate,
of Ireland, West of Scotland and North of Scotland. if necessary.
6.14.3 Weather by telephone
Recorded messages of sea area forecasts and gale warnings 6.15 WEST DENMARK
are available H24 at Weatherdial (www.weatherdial.ie). Dial 6.15.1 Lyngby Radio broadcasts, in Danish and English on
n 1550 123 plus suffixes: 850 Munster; 851 Leinster; 852 MF/SSB1,734 kHz (Blåvand), 2,586 kHz (Rønne) and on VHF
Connaught; 853 Ulster; 854 Dublin (plus winds in Dublin Bay Blåvand, Ch 07. Gale warnings for Skagerrak, Fisher and
and HW times); 855 Coastal waters and Irish Sea. Note: Only German Bight are issued on receipt after announcement on
from Republic of Ireland land or mobile numbers. 2187.5 kHz and Ch 16 with repeats on 2182 kHz and Ch16.
6.14.4 Radio Telefís Éireann (RTE) Radio 1 Forecasts will be provided on request.
RTE Radio 1 broadcasts weather bulletins daily at 0602, Danish sea area forecasts in English are at: www.dmi.dk/
1255,1657 and 2355LT on 252 kHz (LW) Summerhill (15M products-in-english/
W of Dublin airport) and FM (88·2–90·0 MHz). Situation,
forecast and coastal reports for Irish Sea and coastal waters.
Weather
KEY:
The forecast includes: wind, weather, vis, swell (> 4m) and 2 S Baltic
a 24hr outlook. Gale warnings included in hourly news 3 W Baltic
bulletins on FM and MF. 4 The Belts and
the Sound
Coastal reports include wind, weather, visibility, pressure, 5 Kattegat
with pressure tendency over the last 3hrs described as: 6 Skagerrak
8 Fisher
Steady = 0–0·4 hPa change 60°
Rising/falling slowly = 0·5–1·9 6

Rising/falling = 2·0–3·4
Rising/falling rapidly = 3·5–5·9 13 5
8
Rising/falling very rapidly = > 6·0 2
4
3
14 9
MALIN HEAD MRSC 55°N
1677 kHz Ch 05, 01
•
Bloody Fair Head KEY:
Foreland 15
9 German Bight
Glen Head 13 Forties
Ch 03 Belfast 14 Dogger
M4 •
Rossan Pt NORTHERN Lough 15 Humber
Erris •
Belmullet Head Donegal Bay IRELAND 00° 10°E
Ch 02
Ch 63 • Fig 6(9) Danish forecast areas
• Clew Bay Carlingford • Carlingford

Ch 05 Ch 04 Lough 6.15.2 Danmarks Radio
Clifden Weather bulletins and gale/storm warnings for Danish
CONNAUGHT
• M2 coastal waters and sea areas 2-6, 8 and 9 are broadcast in
S E A
Ch 03
Slyne DUBLIN MRCC Howth
Head • Galway Ch 03 • Head Danish on 243 kHz at 0545, 0845,1145 and 1745.
M6 Ch 04
M1
Wicklow Head 6.15.3 Danmarks Meteorologiske Institut (DM)
• Provides marine forecasts in English on www.dmi.dk/
I R I S H
LEINSTER Ch 02
Loop products-in-english/
Head
• Shannon
Ch 64 Search online for ‘Wetter und warnfunk’. This PDF
Rosslare
VALENTIA MRSC MUNSTER document is in German but gives useful, clear information
Cork • Ch 05
1752 kHz Ch 62 Hook Carnsore on GMDSS, and other forecasts from Denmark, Germany
• •
Ch 02 • Head
Mine Head
Point
and the Netherlands.
Bantry Mizen
Ch 05 • Ch03
• Ch 04 •Galley Head M5
Mizen Head Ch 16
M3
Fig 6(8) shows the CRS, Met buoys M1–M6, provinces and
headlands named in forecasts
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6.16 GERMANY 6.16.4 DPO7

6.16.1 Deutscher Wetterdienst (DWD) For Fisher, German Bight and Humber from late March to
DWD provides a weather service for leisure and commercial early October, in German. Gale and strong wind warnings
sailors, SEEWIS and KUESTE. Current weather data and on receipt. Forecasts for 12hrs with 12hr outlook at 0745,
forecasts can be obtained by telephone/modem/DSL/WLAN 0945, 1245, 1645 and 1945 LT, 4–5 day outlook at 0945, 1645
and displayed on a PC or tablet. Users choose from an and 1945.
extensive range of information. For details e (+ 49) (0)69 Hamburg Ch 83, Accumersiel Ch 28, Borkum Ch 61, Bremen
8062 6190, m (+ 49) (0)69 8062 6193, or seewis-online@dwd. Ch 25, Elbe-Weser Ch 24, Nordfriesland Ch 26.
de. Find English texts of marine forecasts on the dwd/de site.
6.16.5 NAVTEX
Navigate to Wetter und Klima – Deutscher Wetterdienst –
Pinneberg (S) in English on 518 kHz and Pinneberg (L) in German
North and Baltic Sea.
on 490 kHz transmit Weather bulletins (and Nav warnings) for
6.16.2 Traffic Centres German Bight (area N10) at the times listed in Table 6(1).
Traffic Centres, Fig 6(10), broadcast local storm warnings,
weather, visibility and navigational warnings in German and 6.16.6 Public Service Radio
English. N Sea Traffic can also provide these on request. Deutschlandfunk (DLF)
Gale and strong wind warnings, weather situation, forecast
Traffic Centre VHF Ch Every
for 12hrs, 12hr outlook, 3-day outlook and weather actuals
Westcoast Traffic 15 H+20 for the North Sea.
North Sea Traffic 11 H+20 DAB + Bremerhaven; Kiel; At 0105 0640 1810 LT. Also
German Bight Traffic 79 (West), 80 (East) H+00 telephone +49 (0) 221 34 52 99 18.
Cuxhaven–Elbe Traffic 71 (outer Elbe) H+35 Norddeutscher Rundfunk (NDR)
Brunsbüttel–Elbe Traffic 68 (lower Elbe) H+05 Gale and strong wind warnings, weather situation, forecast
Kiel Kanal I + II (W part) 02, 13 H+15 & H+45 for 12 hours, 12 hour outlook, 3-day outlook and weather
Kiel Kanal III + IV (E part) 03, 12 H+20 & H+50 actuals for the North Sea.
Bremerhaven-Weser Traffic 02, 04, 05, 07, On FM at 0005 LT. Eutin 101·9 MHz; Flensburg/Eckernförde
21, 22, 82 H+20 103·3 MHz; Hamburg/Pinneberg 88·7 MHz; Heide 104·4 MHz;
Bremen–Weser Traffic 19, 78, 81 H+30 Helgoland 107·4 MHz; Itzehoe 102·2MHz; St Peter-Ording
Hunte Traffic 63 H+30 102·3 MHz; Westerland 90·3 MHz; Aurich 101·8 MHz; Bremen
Jade Traffic 20, 63 H+10 107·1 MHz; Bremerhaven 103·4 MHz; Cuxhaven 101·6 MHz.
Ems Traffic 15, 18, 20, 21 H+50 And at 0005 0830 2205 LT on NDR Info Spezial
Digital radio DAB+, satellite DVB-S radio, via the NDR radio
6.16.3 Coast Radio Stations
DP07 (Seefunk) operates commercial CRS, Fig 6(10), at: app and as livestream.
When necessary, wind and water level forecasts hourly on
Nordfriesland (Pellworm) Ch 26
the FM channels after the news.
Elbe–Weser Ch 24
Hamburg (Control centre) Ch 83 6.16.7 HF RadioTeletype and RadioFax
Bremen Ch 25 DWD broadcasts RTTY on 4583 kHz, 7646 kHz and 10100·8
Accumersiel Ch 28 kHz. These give forecasts, and weather actuals mainly in
Borkum Ch 61 English for the North Sea and Baltic. A German language
Nordfriesland CRS
(Sylt) Ch 26
Kiel Kanal III •
German Bight Tfc Ch 03
GERMAN BIGHT • Ch 80
SEA AREA N10
Kiel Kanal II Ch 02
Cuxhaven-Elbe Tfc Brunsbüttel-Elbe Tfc
Ch 71
• • Ch 68
•Elbe-Weser CRS
Ems Tfc
Ch 15, 18, 20, 21 Ch 24
Borkum CRS
Ch 61
• CRS
Accumersiel Hamburg CRS
• Ch 28 Jade Tfc • Ch 83
Ch 20, 63 • g Bremerhaven-Weser Tfc
Ch 02, 04, 05, 07, 21, 22, 82
Hunte Tfc Bremen-Weser Tfc

Ch 19, 78, 81
Ch 63 •
g Bremen CRS
Ch 25
Fig 6(10) German MSI broadcasts
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version uses 147·3 kHz, 11039 kHz and 14467·3 kH. The DWD The same BSH site has tidal stream forecasts at https://www.
also Radiofax service uses 3855 kHz, 7880 kHz and 13882, 5 bsh.de/DE/DATEN/Stroemungen/stroemungen_node.html.
kHz. This gives actual and forecast synoptic charts and sea
state. For schedules, go to DWD.de, look for ‘Shipping’ then 6.17 THE NETHERLANDS
‘Radio broadcast’. 6.17.1 Netherlands Coastguard/Traffic Centres
To use these services, you need an HF/SSB receiver, laptop or VHF MSI broadcasts – Fig 6(11), NE to SW
For coastal waters 30M out to sea and inland waters, in English
tablet and software. Search on-line for ‘WeFax’ or ‘RTTY’. The
and Dutch. Wind warnings (F6+) at 0333, 0733,1133,1533,1933,
latter can also be received using the NASA Weatherman or
2333. Weather forecasts at 0805,1305, 1905, 2305, all LT.
the Mører Infobox purpose-built kits.
VHF Ch 23: Schiermonnikoog, Kornwerderzand,
6.16.8 Recorded telephone forecasts for small craft Wezep, Huisduinen (Den Helder), IJmuiden, Renesse,
Call n+49(0)69 8062 5799 (standard rates); after voice prompt Woensdrecht.
select from the table below:
VHF Ch 83: Appingedam, West Terschelling, Hoorn,
1 for the general situation report. Schoorl, Westkapelle.
2 for the SW North Sea, German Bight and Fisher. After prior announcement on Chs 16/70.
3 for the Skagerrak and Kattegat.
Weather bulletins specifically for the Westerschelde are also
4 for the Baltic Sea (South and West).
broadcast by Vlissingen Traffic Centre, VHF Ch 14, every H+50
5 for the German N Sea coast.
LT and Terneuzen Traffic Centre, VHF Ch 11, every H+00 LT.
6 for the German Baltic coast.
MF/SSB weather broadcasts in English
6.16.9 German tidal height differences On 1890 kHz (Appingedam) after call on 2187·5 kHz. Wind
Predictions of tidal height differences due to meteorological warnings (F7+) for Dogger, Humber, Thames and German
Weather
effects are issued by Bundesamt für Seeschifffahrt und Bight at 0333, 0733,1133, 1533, 1933, 2333. Forecasts at 0940,
Hydrographie (BSH) four times a day at www.bsh.de/ 2140, all UTC.
DE/DATEN/Wasserstand_Nordsee/wasserstand_nordsee_ 6.17.2 Radio Noord-Holland (FM)
tabelle_node.html. For exceptionally high or low tides, Coastal forecasts for northern areas, gale warnings and wind
navigational warnings are issued. strength are broadcast in Dutch, Mon–Fri at 0730, 0838, 1005,
54° 3° 4° 5° E 6° 7°
The names and boundaries of Dutch
coastal areas are shown in purple
ROTTUM
Schiermonnikoog
West Terschelling
L • Ch 23
TEXEL Ch 83 D ELFZIJ
• Appingedam •
Ch 83 (Ems Estuary)
HARLINGEN
53°N DEN HELDER (JRCC) • Kornwerderzand Ch 23

Huisduinen Ch 23 •
Schoorl
Ch 83
• IJSSELMEER
Hoorn Ch 83
•
IJMUIDEN MARKEN
Amsterdam • Wezep Ch 23
IJmuiden Ch 23 •
HOEK
VAN
HOLLAND
52°
• Renesse Ch 23
Westkapelle Ch 83
VLISSINGEN • ZIERIKZEE • Woensdrecht Ch 23
Fig 6(11) Netherlands MSI broadcasts
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Belgium – France
1230 and 1705 LT; Sat/Sun 1005, by: Wieringermeer 93.9 MHz Étel for Pointe de Penmarc’h to L’Anse de L’Aiguillon and
and Haarlem 97.6 MHz. from Chassiron and Cap Ferret for L’Anse de L’Aiguillon to
6.17.3 Omroep Zeeland (FM) the Spanish border.
Coastal forecasts for southern areas, synopsis, gale warnings A Météo France tablet app https:/meteofrance.com/
and wind strength are broadcast in Dutch, Mon–Fri at 0715, applications-mobiles. has texts of marine forecasts , see also
0915, 1215 and 1715 LT; Sat/Sun 1015, by: Philippine 97.8 MHz www.meteo-marine.com/consulter
and Goes 101.9 MHz. Broadcasts include: Gale warnings, general situation, 24hr
forecast (actual weather, wind, sea state and vis) and trends
6.18 BELGIUM for coastal waters (20M offshore).
Coast Radio Stations
Oostende Radio, after prior notice on VHF 16, DSC 70 and Gale warnings (Bulletins Météorologique Spéciaux or BMS)
are broadcast on VHF at H+03. Warnings and forecasts on
2182 kHz, broadcasts in English and Dutch on VHF 27 and
MF frequencies are as shown below.
MF 2761 kHz: Strong wind warnings on receipt and after the
next 2 silent periods. Forecasts for Thames, Dover and the CROSS GRIS-NEZ
Belgian coast at 0720 LT and 0820, 1720 UT. Humber, Thames, Dover, Wight. Forecasts at 0833 and 2033.
Oostende Radio broadcasts in English and Dutch on VHF Ch Warnings at HH+03, 1650 kHz after announcement on 2667
24 for the Schelde estuary: Gale warnings and strong wind kHz.
warnings on receipt and once every H+48. Thames, Dover, Wight, Portland, Plymouth. 3-day
Zeebrugge Traffic Centre broadcasts weather bulletins for forecast at 1633 on 1650 kHz
the Westerschelde on VHF Ch 69 every H+10.LT. CROSS CORSEN
Atlantic and English Channel. Forecasts at 0815 and 2015
6.19 FRANCE repeated every 2 hours at HH+03 on 1650 kHz, repeated
Le Guide Marine, a free annual booklet, summarises how on 2667 kHz.
weather forecasts and warnings are issued. It is usually
Iroise, Yeu, Rochebonne, Cantabrico, Finisterre. 3-day
available at marinas or on-line from www.meteo-marine.
forecast at 1615, on 1650 kHz.
com/comprendre/guide-meteo-marine/.
6.19.1 CROSS VHF and MF broadcasts 6.19.2 Radio broadcasts
CROSS broadcasts Met bulletins on VHF in French, after an Radio Bretagne 5 MW broadcasts of Météo France marine
announcement on Ch 16. In the English Channel broadcasts forecast in French on 1593 kHz/188m, North Sea and Atlantic
can be given in English, on request Ch 16. Remote stations, sea areas at 0002, 0740 and 2205. Coastal areas from Cap de
VHF channels and local times are shown in Fig 6(12) on page la Hague to Anse de l’Aiguillon are at 1330, all LT. It covers
101. There are broadcasts every 20 mins on VHF Ch 63 from a wide area but signal strength may be poor south of Brest.
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Dunkerque •
51°
6° 05°W 4° 3° 2° 1° 00° 0720 1320 1920
Pas de •
GRIS-NEZ
Lundy Calais
Fastnet
Antifer
Ch 79 • St Frieux
Casquets 0710 1310
1910
Ch 80
50°N 50°N
JOBOURG Antifer •
St Valery-en-Caux
0733 1333 1933
•
0803 1303 2003
• 0703 1303 1903
Ch 79 0715 1315 1915
Sole Ouessant •
Port-en-Bessin
0745 1345 1945
Île de Batz 49°
49° 0515 0733
Le Stiff 1333 1933
•
•
Bodic
• Granville
0703 1303 1903
0503 0715
1315 1915 0503 0745 •
Cap Fréhel
• 1345 1945
1945 0545 0803 1403 2003
Weather
CORSEN
•
(MF)
Iroise
Pte du Raz
• 48°
48°
0445 0703 1303 1903
Penmarc’h
• ÉTEL
0703 1303 1903 •
Île de Groix • Ch 63 (every 20 minutes)
0715 1315 1915
St Nazaire
• 0745 1345 1945
Yeu
Belle Île
0733 1333 1933
•
47° 47°
Pazenn Ch 63, 79, 80 Île d’Yeu

0803 1403 2003 •
Sables d’Olonne
• All times are local
0815 1415 2015
46° Chassiron • 46°

Ch 63 (every 20 minutes)
Rochebonne
Soulac •
0715 1315 1915
45° Ch 79 45°
Cap Ferret
•
Finisterre
Ch 63 (every 20 minutes)
Cantabrico
Contis
44°
0745 1345 1945 • 44°
Biarritz
0803 1403 2003
7° 6° 05°W 4° 3° 2° • 1° 00° 1° 2°E
Fig 6(12) Météo France forecast areas and VHF weather broadcasts by CROSS
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France – Gibraltar
6.19.3 Forecasts by telephone 6.20.5 Radio Nacional de España (MW)

Météo is the n of a local Met Office, if any, at French ports Broadcasts storm warnings, synopsis and 12hrs or 18hrs
in Chapter 9, under COMMUNICATIONS. forecasts for Cantábrico and Galicia at 1100, 1400, 1800 and
2200 LT in Spanish. Stations/frequencies are:
Automatic service e 08·99·71·08·08 (02·99 plus call charge).
The menu provides: San Sebastián 774 kHz
Bulletin Rivage, (2 miles out to sea) Nine day forecasts Bilbao 639 kHz
updated 3 times daily.
Santander 855 kHz
Bulletin Côtier, (20 miles out to sea) Seven day forecast
Oviedo 729 kHz
updated 3 times daily.
La Coruña 639 kHz
Bulletin Large, (Offshore sea area) Seven day forecast
updated twice daily.
6.21 PORTUGAL, AZORES AND MADEIRA
6.20 NORTH AND NORTH WEST SPAIN 6.21.1 Radionaval
Broadcasts in Portuguese and English are on Ch 11 at the times
6.20.1 Coast radio stations listed below (UT except where stated).The contain : Storm, gale
VHF weather warnings and 48 hrs coastal forecasts are and poor visibility warnings; synopsis and 24hrs forecasts for
broadcast in Spanish at 0300, 1215 and 1733 UT by: coastal zones out to 20M and offshore areas where stated.
Leixões : 0700,1900
Pasajes Ch 27
Coastal waters of North and Central zones
BILBAO CENTRE Ch 26
Alges: 0905, 2105 (also MF 2657kHz)
Santander Ch 24 Coastal waters of all 3 zones
Cabo Peñas Ch 27 Faro: 0805, 2005
Navia Ch 62 Coastal waters of Central and South zones
Cabo Ortegal Ch 02 Delgada : 0830, 2000
Azores archipelago
LA CORUÑA CENTRE Ch 26
Horta : 0935, 2135
Finisterre Ch 22 Azores archipelago and 200NM offshore (also MF
Vigo Ch 20 2657kHz)
La Guardia Ch 82 Porto Santo : 1030,1630
Coasts and 20M radius of Madeira
Gale warnings, synopsis and 24/48 hrs forecasts for Atlantic Porto Santo : 0735, 1935 (also MF 2657kHz)
areas are broadcast on MF at 0903, 1503 and 2303 UT by: Surrounding sea areas
Machichaco 1677 kHz
6.21.2 Radiofusão Portuguesa
La Coruña 1707 kHz Broadcasts weather bulletins for coastal waters in Portuguese
Finisterre 1698 kHz at 1100 UT. Stations and frequencies are:
6.20.2 Coastguard MRCC/MRSC Porto, Elvas 720 kHz

Gale warnings and coastal forecasts are broadcast in Spanish
Viseu, Lisboa 1 666 kHz
and English on receipt and as listed below (see also 6.22.2):
Bilbao MRCC Chs 10, 74 0433,0833,1033,1833,2033 Montemer (Coimbra), Miranda do Douro 630 kHz
Santander MRSC Ch 72 0500,1100,1500,2100. Faro 97·6 MHz, 720 kHz
Gijón MRCC Ch 10 0900, 2100. 6.21.3 NAVTEX
Coruña MRSC Ch 10 0005, 0405, 0805, 1605, Transmitters: Monsanto/Lisbon(R),(G), São Miguel/Azores
2005. (F),(J), and Porto Santo/Madeira – (P),(M), broadcast weather
forecasts in English for the next 24H on 518 kHz, every four
Finisterre MRCC Ch 11 4 hourly from 0233.
hours. (R) starts 0250, (F) 0050, (P) 0230 inc. nav warnings
Vigo MRSC Ch 10 4 hourly from 0015. within 20M of the coast. These are repeated in Portuguese on
On-line texts can be found at AEMet.es, El Tiempo, Prediccion, 490 kHz, (G) starts 0100, (J) 0130, (M) 0100.6OUTH WE
Maritima. For wind and sea state computer forecasts select
Mapas and Mar de Viento.
6.22 SOUTH WEST SPAINHSPAIN
6.22.1 Coast radio stations
6.20.3 NAVTEX These CRS broadcast gale warnings, synopsis, 24 hrs and 48 hrs
Coruna (D) 518 kHz transmits at 0830, 2030 UT. Coruna (W) forecasts for Atlantic and Mediterranean areas, in Spanish,
490 kHz transmits at 1140, 2340 UT in Spanish. Data for the at the times (UT) and on the VHF and MF frequencies shown
next 18–36hrs is valid to 450M offshore; see Table 6(1). below (gale warnings broadcast on receipt):
6.20.4 Recorded telephone forecasts Huelva Ch 26 0200 1115 1633
This service is only available within Spain and for vessels
equipped with Autolink. For a bulletin in Spanish, call: Cádiz Ch 28 0200 1115 1633
n906 365 372 for the coasts of Cantábrico and Galicia. Tarifa Ch 83 0200 1115 1633
n906 365 374 for High Seas bulletins; Fig 6(14). Area forecast 1656 kHz 0903 1503 2303
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44°N
10° Cabo Ortegal 6°W 4° 2°
Ch 02
Cabo Peñas
• Ch 27
•• Machichaco
1677 kHz
•Coruña Navia• Gijon
• • •
Ch 26
1770 kHz
Ch 62
Ch 06
Santander
Ch 24
•
Bilbao Pasajes
Ch 26 Ch 27
Finisterre
•
Ch 22
1698 kHz
SPAIN
Vigo
• Ch 20
42°
La Guardia
Ch 82 •
Fig 6(13) North and North West Spain CRS and Coastguard weather forecasts
10°
•La Guardia 8°
Actual wind and visibility at Tarifa, followed by a forecast
Ch 82 for Strait of Gibraltar, Cádiz Bay and Alborán, in English
and Spanish. Fog (visibility) warnings are broadcast at
PORTUGAL the same times, and more frequently when visibility falls
Weather
below 2M.
Algeciras MRSC Ch 74 0515, 1515, 2315
• Leixões
Ch 11 0700 1900 6.22.3 NAVTEX
N Tarifa (G) 518 kHz transmits weather bulletins in English at
Zone
FARADAY ROMEO PAZENN 0900 and 2100 UT. These include: Gale warnings, general
6°W
45°N
synopsis and development and a forecast, valid for 18hrs
ALTAIR CHARCOT
FINISTERRE
41°50’N
from 0900 or for 36 hrs from 2100, for the N Atlantic and W
40°N PORTO Mediterranean within 450M of the coast.
39°N
40°N
AÇORES JOSEPHINE
SAO
VICENTE Tarifa (T) 490 kHz transmits at 1110, 2310 UT in Spanish. Data
CADIZ
35°N for the next 18–36 hrs is valid to 450M offshore; see 6.6.6.
22°W
MADEIRA
35°W
IRVING CASABLANCA
32°N 6.22.4 Recorded telephone forecasts
The service is only available within Spain and for Autolink-
Cabo Carvoeiro equipped vessels. For a coastal waters bulletin in Spanish call:
SPAIN
n 906 365 373 for Atlantic Andalucia and the Canaries.
• Alges
Ch 11 0905 2105
n 906 365 374 for High Seas bulletin for Atlantic areas.
2657 kHz 0905 2105
6.23 GIBRALTAR
There are no marine broadcasts specifically for Gibraltar.
Central Spanish VHF broadcasts covering the area are from Tarifa
Zone and Algeciras, see 6.22.1 and 6.22.2. Almeria MRCC VHF
Ch11, 4-hourly from 0315 and Malaga MRCC VHF Ch 02
38°
0200,1115,1633 can also be useful.
Huelva
Ch 10 0415
10° 8° 6°W
ev 4 hrs Central
Faro (0415-2015) Zone PORTUGAL
Ch 11
0805 2005 • 38° SPAIN
Cabo de São Vicente S•

Zone Cádiz Huelva
Ch 28 Faro Ch 10 0415 ev 4 hrs (0415-2015)
Ch 74 0315 & ev 4 hrs • Ch 11
0805 2005 •
Fig 6(14) Portuguese coastal zones, inset shows forecast areas •
for MetArea II: High Seas and Coastal/Offshore Areas Cabo de São Vicente S
Zone Cádiz
6.22.2 Coastguard MRCC/MRSC

Ch 28
Ch 74 0315 & ev 4 hrs
•
Weather bulletins are broadcast in Spanish and English on
Tarifa
• • Algeciras
the VHF channels and times (UT) below: Ch 83
Ch 74 0315
Cadiz MRSC Ch 74 4 hrly from 0315 36°
1704 kHz
Ch 10 Ev even H+15 & ev 4 hrs
Huelva MRSC Chs 10 0415,0815,1215,2015

Fig 6(15) Portuguese coastal zones, Portuguese and SW Spanish
Tarifa MRCC Chs 10, 4 hrly from 0015 weather broadcast stations
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7
Safety
7.1 Introduction 107

Emergency procedures
7.2 Safety equipment 107

Table of recommended safety equipment – 106
7.3 GMDSS 107

Sub-systems • EPIRBs • Sea areas • Functions
7.4 Definitions of emergency 108

Distress – MAYDAY • Urgency – PAN PAN • Safety – SÉCURITÉ
7.5 Distress signals by radio 108

MAYDAY procedures • DSC alerts
7.6 Urgency and Safety signals 109

PAN PAN • SÉCURITÉ • MSI • Medical advice • Mobile telephones
7.7 Sound and visual distress signals 110

Flares • Distress and life-saving signals • SAR aircraft signals
Safety
7.8 Helicopter rescue 113
Communications • Preparations • Double lift • Hi-line
7.9 Abandon ship 113

7.10 Search and rescue (SAR) – UK 114
Raising the alarm • RYA SafeTrx
7.11 HM Coastguard 114

HM CG routine services • Other maritime services
7.12 Sea Safety Group 114

7.13 Royal National Lifeboat Institution 115
7.14 National Coastwatch Institution 115
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Safety equipment – GMDSS
TABLE 7(1) This is a precis of recommended safety equipment which should be carried, based on the categories in 7.2.1.
A bullet (•) recommends that the item be carried, but the number, method or contents is left to the judgement of the skipper.
1 Propulsion CATEGORY A B C D
1.1 A storm trisail or deep reef to reduce the mainsail area by at least 40% (sailing vessels) • • •
1.2 For engine starting, a battery isolated from all other electrical systems or hand cranking • • •
2 Anchors, with appropriate lengths/diameter of warp and/or chain 2+ 2 2 1
3 Bailing and pumping
3.1 Buckets of 9–14ltrs capacity with lanyard and strongly secured handle 2 2 2
3.2 Hand bilge pumps discharging overboard and operable with all hatches closed 2 2 1
3.3 Softwood bungs attached adjacent to all through-hull fittings • • • •
4 Detection
4.1 Radar reflector (if practicable) with as large a radar cross-section as is reasonable 1 1 1 1
4.2 Fixed navigation lights complying with IRPCS; motoring cone and anchor ball • • •
4.3 Foghorn • • • •
4.4 Powerful torch • • •
5 Pyrotechnics (all in date)
5.1 Hand-held red flares ) 6 4 4 2
5.2 Buoyant orange smoke signals ) to SOLAS standards 2 2
5.3 Red parachute rockets ) 12 4 2
5.4 Hand-held orange smoke signals 2 2
5.5 Hand-held white flares (‘ship scarers’) 4 4 4
6 Fire fighting
6.1 Fire blanket (BS EN 1869) for vessels with cooking equipment • • • •
6.2 Multi-purpose extinguishers (minimum 5A/34B to BS EN 3 (craft with galley or with engine fuel) 3 2 1 1
6.3 Additionally, for craft with both galley and engine fuel, fire extinguishers (as above) 1 1 1 1
6.4 Additionally, for craft with engines over 25hp, a fixed automatic or semi-automatic fire fighting
system to discharge into the engine space • • • •
7 Personal safety (per crew member)
7.1 Warm clothing, oilskins, seaboots and hat • • • •
7.2 Lifejacket or buoyancy aid (BS EN 395) 100 Newtons 1
7.3 Lifejacket (BS EN 396) 150 Newtons, with crotch straps, spray hood and light 1 1 1
7.4 Safety harness (may be reduced by 50% for yachts with enclosed wheelhouse) 1 1 1
7.5 Immersion suit 1
7.6 Jackstays and cockpit clip-on strong points • • •
8 Liferaft
8.1 Liferaft, designed solely for saving life, sufficient to carry all on board 1 1 1
8.2 Emergency grab bag (see text for contents) 1 1 1
9 Man overboard recovery
9.1 Horseshoe lifebelts fitted with drogue and automatic light 2 2 1
9.2 Buoyant sling on floating line (may replace 1 horseshoe lifebelt if 2 are carried) 1 1
9.3 Buoyant heaving line, at least 30m long, with quoit 1 1 1
9.4 Boarding ladder capable of rapid and secure attachment 1 1 1
9.5 Dan buoy with a large flag 1 1
10 Radio
10.1 Radio able to receive shipping forecasts on 198 kHz and local radio station forecasts 1 1 1 1
10.2 VHF (preferably DSC) radio and emergency aerial with prepared deck mounting 1 1 1
10.3 Waterproof hand-held VHF radio 1 1 1 1
10.4 Navtex receiver 1 1 1
10.5 Marine band HF/SSB radio and/or global SatCom system 1
10.6 EPIRB (406 MHz) 1
10.7 SART 1
11 Navigation
11.1 Paper charts, tide tables and navigational publications of the cruising area and adjacent areas • • •
11.2 Steering compass, able to be lit at night. 1 1 1 1
11.3 Hand-bearing compass • • •
11.4 Navigational drawing instruments • • •
11.5 Barometer 1 1 1
11.6 Echosounder and lead line 1 1 1
11.7 Radio navigation system (eg GPS) 1 1 1
11.8 Watch or clock 1 1 1 1
11.9 Distance measuring log 1 1 1
11.10 Binoculars 1 1 1
11.11 Sextant and associated reduction tables 1
12 First aid kit and manual (see Chapter 8) 1 1 1 1
13 General equipment
13.1 Emergency tiller (for wheel-steered vessels) 1 1 1 1
13.2 Towing warp 1 1 1
13.3 Bosun’s chair (sit harness BS EN 813 1997) 1 1 1
13.4 Mooring warps and fenders • • • •
13.5 Waterproof torch 3 2 2 1
13.6 Rigid or inflatable tender • • •
13.7 Spares and repair tools for engine and electrics, and bosun’s bag of shackles, twine etc • • • •
13.8 Emergency water supply, isolated from main tanks • •
13.9 Emergency repair materials • •
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Safety
7.1 INTRODUCTION • COSPAS/SARSAT is a network of geostationary and

The safety of the boat and its crew is every skipper’s priority. polar orbit satellites which relay digital EPIRB and PLB
All onboard share the responsibility for their individual safety, transmissions to earth stations. Galileo is integrated into
but the skipper makes the ultimate decisions. He or she must the Medium Earth Orbit Search and Rescue (MEOSAR)
ensure the boat is sound and properly equipped, the crew well system, providing coverage between 75°N and 75°S and
briefed and are capable of undertaking the planned trip. In location down to 10 minutes and 2km across Europe.
extremis it is the skipper who decides when to call for help. Galileo/GPS/GLOSNAS SAR systems are interoperable.
This chapter includes advice on safety equipment, emergency • Satellite Communication System Inmarsat is currently
procedures and the Search and Rescue (SAR) organisations. the only provider of GMDSS communications. Coverage
is between 76°N and 76°S. A Satellite Ship Earth Station
7.1.1 Emergency procedures
(SES) enables a ship to communicate via satellite.
Knowing when to call for help and the correct procedures
to be used may be a matter of life or death. SOLAS requires • Digital Selective Calling (DSC) uses terrestrial
a table of life-saving signals to be readily available, but an communications for making initial contact and, in
emergency at sea is no time to start reading. The definitions a distress situation, provides the vessel’s identity,
of Distress and Urgency must be thoroughly understood. nature of distress and position (entered manually or
Unnecessary MAYDAY calls divert scarce resources from more automatically if linked with the GPS). Every vessel and
pressing emergencies. A MAYDAY call should only be made relevant shore station has a 9-digit Maritime Mobile
if you or your vessel is in grave and imminent danger and Service Identity (MMSI) which is an electronic callsign.
you require immediate assistance; otherwise a PAN PAN or Frequencies: VHF Ch 70, MF 2187·5 kHz. See also 7.5.1.
even a routine call may be appropriate. • Maritime Safety Information (MSI) includes the
broadcast of navigation and meteorological warnings,
7.2 SAFETY EQUIPMENT
weather forecasts and other urgent or safety-related
Table 7(1) is a recommended list of equipment which should messages. See Chapter 6.
be carried onboard depending on Category (see below).
• Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRB)
Although non-commercial leisure craft of less than 13·7m Hand-held or float-free, they transmit on 406 MHz.
LOA are not obliged to carry any specific life saving or fire (Note that 121·5 MHz, 243·0 MHz and L-band EPIRBS
fighting equipment, SOLAS requires all vessels to: plan each are no longer used.) Most EPIRBs have a built-in GPS
passage (see Chapter 3); carry a radar reflector if practicable; and about 48hrs of battery life. COPAS/SARSAT satellites
have access to a table of life-saving signals (see Figs 7(1) and will relay EPIRB signals to earth with no delay, but the
7(2)); report serious hazards to navigation (if not already position of a non-GPS EPIRB may take several hours to
reported); and respond to distress signals. determine.
7.2.1 Recommended safety equipment for seagoing • Personal Locator Beacons (PLB) operate on the same
vessels of less than 13·7m LOA principle. They must also be registered but they do not
The safety equipment to be carried depends on LOA, cruising have a vessel-specific MMSI. There are also alternative
area and the risk of being caught out in heavy weather. Based AIS locator beacons, not formally part of GMDSS, which
on these parameters yachts are categorised as follows: display a red cross on an AIS screen when activated.
A Ocean Ocean passages of any length. LOA is likely • Search And Rescue Transponders (SART) are radar
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to be longer than 10m. transceivers which operate on 9 GHz and respond
to 3cm (X-band) radars, like a small portable Racon
B Offshore Yachts which make offshore passages of
(see Chapter 3). They are primarily intended for use
50–500M around the UK and NW Europe. LOA is likely
in liferafts to help searching ships and aircraft find
to be 8–13.7m.
survivors. The transmitted signal shows on a radar screen
C Inshore Coastal cruises by day/night, within 10M of as 12 dots radiating out from the SART’s position.
land and 4 hours of a port of refuge. LOA is likely to be
less than 8m. 7.3.2 EPIRB registration
An EPIRB transmits data uniquely coded to each individual
D Sheltered In estuaries, inshore or inland waters, day
beacon and must be registered. This may be done at this link:
only. Within 1 hour of a port of refuge. LOA is likely
https://forms.dft.gov.uk/mca-sar-epirb/ The UK centre is:
to be less than 6m.
EPIRB Registry, Maritime and Coastguard Agency, Falmouth
7.3 GMDSS CGOC, Pendennis Point, Castle Drive, Falmouth, Cornwall
The Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) TR11 4WZ; n 01326 211569; email: epirb@mcga.gov.uk.
came into force in 1999. Seagoing vessels over 300 tons It is important that any changes are immediately notified.
are required by SOLAS to comply with GMDSS. It is not
compulsory for yachts, but the principles of the system
7.3.3 EPIRB false alerts
False alerts caused by inadvertent or incorrect use of EPIRBs
should be understood, and appropriate equipment fitted.
put a significant burden on SAR Centres and may coincide
Full details may be found in ALRS Vol 5 (NP 285).
with an actual distress situation. All crew members should be
7.3.1 Sub-systems aware of the proper use of the EPIRB onboard. Ensure it is
GMDSS comprises ‘sub-systems’ co-ordinated through correctly installed and maintained; that testing is supervised;
Maritime Rescue Coordination Centres (MRCC) to ensure and that it is not activated if assistance is already available.
safety at sea. These are expanding with the recent inclusion If an EPIRB is activated accidentally, make every effort to advise
of Galileo SAR capabilities. The main sub-systems are: the nearest MRCC of the false alert as soon as possible.
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7.3.4 Sea areas 7.5 DISTRESS SIGNALS BY RADIO

The type of equipment carried by a vessel depends on her A distress call may only be made with the skipper’s authority.
operating area. The four GMDSS Areas are: The initial call may be made by DSC or voice. A distress call
may also be made for another vessel unable to make its own
A1 An area within R/T coverage of at least one
call. A man overboard usually justifies a distress call.
VHF Coastguard or Coast radio station in which
continuous VHF alerting is available via DSC. Range: IMO IAMSAR Manual Vol III is the recognised reference.
20–50M from the CG/CRS. 7.5.1 MAYDAY call by voice
A2 An area, excluding sea area A1, within R/T coverage Brief your crew so they are all able to send a distress message;
of at least one MF CG/CRS in which continuous DSC the MAYDAY message format below should be displayed
alerting is available. Range: approx 50–250M from near the radio. A MAYDAY call by voice should usually be
the CG/CRS. sent on VHF Ch 16 or MF 2182 kHz, but any frequency may be
used if help would thus be obtained more quickly. A distress
A3 An area between 76°N and 76°S, excluding sea
call has priority over all other transmissions. If you hear a
areas A1 and A2, within coverage of HF or an
MAYDAY call, immediately cease all transmissions that may
Inmarsat satellite in which continuous alerting is
interfere with the call, listen on the frequency concerned and
available.
note down the details.
A4 An area outside sea areas A1, A2 and A3, ie the Before making the call check that the main battery switch
polar regions, within coverage of HF. and the radio are both ON, and that HIGH POWER (25 watts)
Vessels must carry radio equipment appropriate to the area: and Ch 16 (or 2182 kHz for MF) are selected.
A1, VHF DSC; A2, VHF and MF DSC; A3, VHF, MF and HF or Press and hold down the transmit button, and say slowly
SatCom; A4 VHF, MF and HF. A Navtex receiver must be carried and distinctly:
in GMDSS vessels, regardless of their operating area.
• MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY
Most UK yachts will operate in A1 areas where a DSC VHF • THIS IS ..........................................................................
radio and a Navtex receiver will meet GMDSS requirements. (name of boat, spoken three times)
VHF radios without DSC may still be used for sending distress
calls; Coastguard and NCI stations will continue to maintain a • MAYDAY ......................................................................
loudspeaker watch on Ch 16 for the foreseeable future. DSC (name of boat spoken once)
is rapidly becoming the preferred method of making initial • CALLSIGN / MMSI Number ........................................
contact for urgency and, particularly, distress messages. (Following a DSC alert)
• MY POSITION IS ..........................................................
7.3.5 Functions (latitude and longitude, true bearing and
Regardless of the sea areas in which they operate, vessels distance from a known point, or general location)
fully complying with GMDSS must be able to:
• Nature of distress .......................................................
• Transmit ship-to-shore distress alerts by two (sinking, on fire etc)
independent means;
• Help required ..............................................................
• Receive shore-to-ship distress alerts; (immediate assistance)
• Transmit/receive ship-to-ship distress alerts; • Number of persons on board ...................................
• Transmit signals for locating incidents;
• Any other important, helpful information ...............
• Transmit/receive SAR co-ordination communication; (you are taking to the liferaft; distress rockets are
• Transmit/receive Maritime Safety Information (MSI). being fired etc)
• OVER
7.4 DEFINITIONS OF EMERGENCY On completion of the distress message, release the transmit
7.4.1 Distress – MAYDAY button and listen. The boat’s position is of vital importance
Distress applies to any situation where a vessel or person and should be repeated if time allows. If an acknowledgement
is in grave and imminent danger and requires immediate is not received, check the set and repeat the distress call.
assistance. The radio prefix used with a distress message
is MAYDAY. A distress call has priority over all other 7.5.2 MAYDAY acknowledgement
transmissions. In coastal waters an immediate acknowledgement should be
expected, as follows:
7.4.2 Urgency – PAN PAN
Urgency applies to a very urgent message concerning MAYDAY ............................................................................
the safety of a vessel or person. For example, for a vessel (name of vessel sending the distress message, spoken
disabled but not in immediate danger, or for an urgent three times)
medical problem. The radio prefix associated with an urgency THIS IS ...............................................................................
message is PAN PAN. An urgency call has priority over all (name of station acknowledging, spoken three times)
other transmissions except distress. RECEIVED MAYDAY
7.4.3 Safety – SÉCURITÉ If you hear a distress message, write down the details and, if
A safety message is usually associated with a notification of you can help, acknowledge accordingly but only after giving
a navigational hazard or meteorological warning. The radio an opportunity for the nearest Coastguard station or more
prefix used with a safety message is SÉCURITÉ (pronounced suitable vessel to do so.
SAY-CURE-E-TAY).
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7.5.3 MAYDAY relay 7.6 URGENCY AND SAFETY SIGNALS

If you hear a distress message from a vessel, and it is not 7.6.1 PAN PAN – Urgency signal
acknowledged, you should pass on the message as follows: The radio Urgency prefix, consisting of the words PAN PAN
MAYDAY RELAY ................................................................ spoken three times, indicates that a vessel or station has a very
(spoken 3 times) urgent message concerning the safety of a ship or person.
It may be used when urgent medical advice is needed.
THIS IS ...............................................................................
(name of vessel re-transmitting the distress message, said This is an example of an urgency call:
3 times), followed by the intercepted message. PAN PAN, PAN PAN, PAN PAN
7.5.4 Control of MAYDAY traffic ALL STATIONS, ALL STATIONS, ALL STATIONS
A MAYDAY call imposes general radio silence until the vessel THIS IS YACHT SEABIRD, SEABIRD, SEABIRD
concerned or some other authority (eg the nearest Coastguard
In position two nine zero degrees Needles lighthouse
station) cancels the distress. If necessary the station controlling
two miles
distress traffic may impose radio silence as follows:
Dismasted and propeller fouled
SEELONCE MAYDAY, followed by its name or other
identification, on the distress frequency. Anchor dragging and drifting east north east
If some other station nearby believes it necessary to do towards Shingles Bank
likewise, it may transmit: Require urgent tow
SEELONCE DISTRESS, followed by its name or other OVER
identification.
PAN PAN messages take priority over all traffic except distress
7.5.5 Cancelling radio silence and are sent on VHF Ch 16 or MF 2182 kHz. They should be
When the problem is resolved, the distress call must be cancelled when the urgency is over.
cancelled by the coordinating station using the prowords If the message is long (eg a medical call) or communications
SEELONCE FEENEE as follows: traffic is heavy, it may be passed on a working frequency
MAYDAY after an initial call on Ch 16 or 2182 kHz. At the end of the
initial call you should indicate that you are switching to a
ALL STATIONS, ALL STATIONS, ALL STATIONS
working frequency.
THIS IS ...............................................................................
If you hear an urgency call react in the same way as for a
(name or callsign)
distress call.
The time ............................................................................
The name of the vessel in distress .................................. 7.6.2 SÉCURITÉ – Safety prefix
The word SÉCURITÉ (pronounced SAY-CURE-E-TAY), spoken
SEELONCE FEENEE three times, indicates that the station is about to transmit
7.5.6 Distress alert by DSC an important navigational or meteorological warning. Such
Depending on the layout and switches fitted to your particular messages usually originate from a CG Centre or a Coast
VHF DSC radio, a distress alert is typically sent as follows: Radio Station, and are transmitted on a working channel
after an announcement on the distress/calling channel (VHF
Safety
• Briefly press the red, guarded Distress button. The set Ch 16 or MF 2182 kHz).
will automatically switch to Ch 70. Press again for 5
Safety messages are usually addressed to ‘All Stations’. An
seconds to transmit a basic distress alert with position
example of a Sécurité message is:
and time. The set then reverts to Ch l6.
• If time permits, select the nature of the distress from SÉCURITÉ, SÉCURITÉ, SÉCURITÉ ......................................
the menu (eg Collision, Fire, Flooding) then press the THIS IS ...............................................................................
Distress button for 5 seconds to send a full distress (CG Centre or Coast Radio Station callsign, said 3 times)
alert.
ALL STATIONS ...................................................................
A CG/CRS should automatically send a distress acknowledge- (spoken three times) followed by instructions to change
ment on Ch 70 before replying on Ch 16. Ships in range should channel, then the message.
reply directly on Ch 16. If a distress acknowledgement is not
received from a CG/CRS, the distress alert will automatically 7.6.3 Maritime Safety Information (MSI)
be repeated by the radio every four minutes. MSI consists of navigational, weather and safety messages.
When a DSC distress acknowledgement has been See also Chapters 5 and 6.
received, or after about 15 seconds, the vessel in distress GMDSS transmits MSI in English by two independent but
should transmit a MAYDAY message by voice on Ch 16. complementary means:
This should include the MMSI / callsign after the vessel’s • Navtex on MF (518 kHz and 490 kHz) has a range of about
name to correlate with the digital message. 300 miles offshore (see 6.6).
7.5.7 False alerts • SafetyNet uses Inmarsat satellites to cover beyond MF
If a distress alert is inadvertently transmitted, an All Stations range.
voice message on VHF Ch 16 cancelling the false alert must In coastal areas MSI may be broadcast by CG/CRS on VHF.
be sent at once. The message should include the name of
the vessel, MMSI number, position, and the words ‘Cancel
my Distress Alert of (date/time (GMT/UT)’.
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7.6.4 Medical advice by R/T 7.7 SOUND AND VISUAL DISTRESS SIGNALS
Medical advice and help can be obtained via any UK and Annex IV of the IRPCS lists in full the recognised distress signals.
most European CG MRCC; such calls are free. The initial call Some are depicted in Fig 7(1); those below, with notes on their
should be by an urgency message (PAN PAN x 3) on VHF Ch use, are most relevant to yachts and small craft.
16, by DSC on VHF Ch 70 or MF 2187·5 kHz. The Coastguard
• Continuous sounding of any fog signalling
is always the first point of contact. See also Chapter 8 for
apparatus.
further medical advice.
To avoid confusion, this is best done by repeatedly
7.6.5 Survival times sending the letters SOS in Morse (ooo ppp ooo).
Average sea temperatures around the UK range from +5° • An SOS signal made by any method.
to +15°C. If you fall overboard your chances of survival in For a small craft the most likely methods are by fog
certain conditions, unless quickly recovered, are not good. horn or by flashing light.
• From 10°–16°C survival is probable up to about 6 • The International Code signal ‘NC’.
hours if wearing a lifejacket. This can be made by hoisting the international code
flags ‘NC’. See Chapter 5, Fig 5(1).
• At 10°C survival could be 4–8 hours if wearing a
survival or wet suit, but otherwise only an hour or so. • A square flag with a ball, or anything resembling a
ball, above or below it.
• Below 10°C only 50% of people will survive for more
This is simply made from any square flag and a round
than ONE hour; a survival or wet suit might extend
fender or anchor ball.
this time.
• Slow and repeated raising/lowering of arms out-
7.6.6 Mobile telephones stretched to each side.
Most yachts will have at least one mobile telephone onboard Raise and lower the arms together, above and below
but their use in a distress or urgency situation is strongly the horizontal; this is usually obvious inside a mile.
discouraged as the existing dedicated and well-established • A rocket parachute red flare or a hand-held red flare.
maritime distress communications system would be by- See 7.7.1 below.
passed. Mobile telephones have limited coverage (typically
• An orange smoke signal.
no more than about 10M offshore); they do not ‘broadcast’ so
other vessels which might be able to render assistance cannot By day orange smoke signals are more effective than flares,
monitor the situation; and they are extremely vulnerable to although the smoke disperses quickly in a strong wind.
getting wet.
If help is needed but the boat is not in immediate danger, the
However, when all other means of communication have proper signal is ‘V’, meaning ‘I require assistance’. This can
failed, the use of mobile telephones have saved many lives, be sent by light or sound (ooop), or by hoisting flag ‘V’.
sometimes in bizarre circumstances.
7.7.1 Use of flares and other pyrotechnics
Fig 7(1) shows how flares are best used to attract attention and
to communicate with SAR teams once help has arrived. SOLAS
requires this information to be on all sea-going vessels; all crew
members should know where to find it.
Flares serve two purposes:
• to raise the alarm, and
• to pinpoint the boat’s position.
Within about 3M from land a red hand flare will do both;
it is the most effective distress signal at night. At greater
distances a red parachute rocket (which projects a suspended
flare higher than 1,000ft (300m), burning for more than 40
seconds) is used to raise the alarm, but use red hand flares
to pinpoint the boat’s position.
If possible wear a protective glove and hold flares firmly,
downwind of yourself. Rockets turn into wind: in normal
conditions fire them vertically, but in strong winds aim about
15° downwind. Do not aim them into wind, or they will
A step‐by‐step handbook with tried not gain altitude. If there is low cloud, fire rockets at 45°
and tested solutions for handling downwind, so that the flare burns under the cloud. Initially,
fire two flares in succession – the first to attract attention,
the most common sailing situations the second to confirm.
Note: White flares are not distress signals but are used to
indicate your presence to another vessel or acknowledge
the sighting of a red flare. On night passages have at least
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Fig 7(1) Distress and life-saving signals
(1) Signals to be used by ships, aircraft or persons in distress

Fire rocket If windy
vertically fire 15° For use at night or in dull Long range signal
downwind conditions to pinpoint for use offshore
position
NEVER fire a
re d
parachute flare
fla h a n
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et ut
d
if a helicopter is In low
ck ch
Re
ro ara
approaching cloud fire
p
d
Re
at 45° Floating
orange smoke
Handheld pinpoint
WIND flare shows exactly
where you are - use Buoyan
t smoke White collision Handheld
NEVER fire inshore or in sight of warning flare orange smoke
e nd
ok h a
other vessels
oi e
into the wind
nt
n p it
sm ge
p i Wh
Orange smoke
n
ra
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for use by day -
especially in
bright conditions
(2) Surface to air signals (3) Air to surface replies
Message International ICAO 'Message understood'

Code of Signals Visual Signals
... _) _
'I require assistance' 'V' ( V or or or 'T' (
or 'R' ( ._.))
Drop a message Rocking wings Flash landing Morse code
or navigation signal by light
'I require medical assistance' 'W' (. _ _) X

lights twice
'Message not understood – repeat'
'No' or 'negative' 'N' (

_ .) N
(._. or._'RPT'
_. _ )
Straight and Circling Morse code signal by light
_ . _ .) level flight
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'Yes' or 'affirmative' 'C' ( Y
'Proceed in this direction'
(4) Air to surface direction signals (5) Surface to air replies
Sequence of 3 manoeuvres meaning proceed in this direction 'Message understood -

I will comply'
Change course or direction
'T' ( _) or
Morse Code signal by light
or
(1) Circle vessel at least (2) Cross low ahead of (3) Overfly vessel and
Code and answering
once vessel, rocking wings head in required direction pennant 'Close up'
Your assistance is no longer required 'I am unable to comply'

Note: as an alternative to 'N' (_ .) Morse Code signal by light
rocking wings, the aircraft
engine pitch or volume may or
be varied International flag 'N'
Cross low astern of vessel rocking wings
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Fig 7(2) Life-saving signals (Shore-to-Ship) (see 7.7.4)
Signals (1) to (4) may be indicated by a white flare, a rocket showing white stars on bursting, or an explosive sound signal.
(1) Landing signals for the guidance of small boats with crews or persons in distress
Other signals Meaning

Vertical motion of a white
flag (or white light or flare by _._
International Code letter
'K' ( ) by light or
'This is the best place to land'
(An indication of direction may
night) or of the arms sound be given by a steady white light
or flare at a lower level)
Horizontal motion of a International Code letter 'Landing here is

white flag (or white light or
flare by night) or of the
...
'S' ( ) by light or sound highly dangerous'
arms extended horizontally
Horizontal motion of a 1. Signalling the code letter 'Landing here is

white flag followed by 2. ...
'S' (
._ .
), followed by the highly dangerous.
placing the white flag in the code letter 'R' ( ) if the A more favourable
1 2 3 ground and 3. by carrying better landing place is more location for landing is
another white flag in the to the right in the direction of in the direction
direction to be indicated.
By night white lights or code letter 'L' (. _ ..
the approach, or 2, by the
) if
indicated'
flares are used instead of the better landing place is

white flags more to the left in the
direction of approach
(2) Signals to be made in connection with the use of shore apparatus for life-saving
Signal Meaning Signal Meaning
Vertical motion of a white flag In general: 'affirmative' Horizontal motion of a In general: 'negative'
(or white light or flare by night) Specifically: 'rocket line is white flag (or white light Specifically: 'slack away –
or of the arms held – tail block is made or flare by night) or of the stop hauling'
fast - hawser is made fast arms
– man is in the breeches
buoy – haul away'
(3) Replies from life-saving stations etc. to distress signals made by ships or persons
Pyrotechnic White star rocket - 'You are seen –
signals Orange three single signals assistance will be
fired at intervals of given as soon as
about one minute possible'
(4) Signals to be used to warn a ship which is standing into danger
International Code signals 'U' 'You are

or 'NF' standing into
danger'
International Code signals 'U' by light or sound .. _

(5) Signals used by sub-aqua divers
'I am OK' 'I need assistance'
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7.7.2 Signals used by SAR aircraft 7.8.4 Hi-line

A searching aircraft normally flies at about 3,000–5,000ft, Often a ‘Hi-line’ technique using a ‘Heaving-in’ line is used.
or below cloud, firing a green Very light every five or ten This is a rope tail, attached to the helicopter winch wire by a
minutes and at each turning point. weak link and weighted at its lower end. When it is lowered
If a green flare is seen, a vessel in distress should take the to the yacht do not make it fast but coil it down carefully.
following action: The helicopter pays out the winch wire and then moves to
one side of the yacht and descends while the yacht takes in
• Wait for the green flare to die out.
the slack (keeping it outboard and clear of all obstructions)
• Fire one red flare.
until the winch hook and strop are on board.
• Fire another red flare some 20 seconds later. (The
aircraft aligns itself on the transit of both flares.) A helicopter crewman may be lowered with the strop. When
• Fire a third red flare when the aircraft is overhead, or ready to lift, the helicopter ascends and takes in the wire. Pay
if it appears to be going badly off course. out the tail, keeping enough weight on it to keep it taut until
the end is reached, then cast it off well clear of the yacht.
Other signals are shown at Figs 7(1) and 7(2).
But if a further lift is to be made the tail should be retained
7.7.3 Directing signals by aircraft on board (again, not made fast) to facilitate recovery of the
Fig 7(1) shows how an aircraft directs a vessel towards a ship strop for the next lift.
in distress; how it tells the vessel that its assistance is no
longer required; and how the vessel may reply. 7.9 ABANDON SHIP
7.7.4 Shore-to-ship: visual signals Do not abandon a vessel unless she is definitely sinking.
If no radio contact is possible, some signals shown in Fig 7(2) A vessel is easier to find than a liferaft and provides better
may be used to a vessel in distress close to the shore. shelter. While she is still afloat use her resources (eg the radio
for distress communications) and put extra equipment in the
7.8 HELICOPTER RESCUE liferaft or the dinghy, which should also be taken if possible.
SAR helicopters in the UK are operated by HM Coastguard. Make all preparations.
The AW139 helicopters operated by HMCG have a radius of The aim should be to board the liferaft without getting wet.
action of 180M and can lift 9 survivors or 2 stretchers. Before boarding and cutting it adrift:
7.8.1 Communications • Send a MAYDAY call or DSC distress alert, saying that
SAR helicopters are generally fitted with VHF, FM & AM, UHF the vessel is being abandoned. Include your position
and HF SSB radios and can communicate with lifeboats on and the number of people on board.
VHF FM, using callsign Rescue nn. Communications between • Dress warmly with sweaters under foul weather gear.
ship and helicopter should normally be on VHF Ch 16 or 67; Wear life jackets and take extra clothes.
2182 kHz SSB may be available. Communication can often be
• Fill any available containers with fresh water to
achieved through aircraft, if on scene, a lifeboat or HM CG.
about ¾ full so that they will float.
When the helicopter is sighted by a vessel in distress, a flare • Collect additional food, tins and tin-opener.
(fired away from, not at, the helicopter!), an orange smoke
• Collect navigational gear, EPIRB, SART, handheld VHF,
signal, dye marker or a signal lamp (not pointed directly at
torch, extra flares, bucket, length of line, first-aid kit,
the helicopter) will assist recognition – very important if
knife, fenders and any other equipment which might
other vessels are in the vicinity. Spray dodgers with the yacht’s
aid your survival.
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name or sail number are useful aids to identification.
7.8.2 On the yacht Some items should already be in a survival bag – essential
The helicopter will pass advice before arrival owing to the when a vessel is abandoned in a hurry. See The Grab Bag
noise of its rotors. Listen carefully and, if possible, do exactly Book (ACN).
as requested. You may be asked to keep the sails up in order Launch the liferaft on the lee side of the vessel, having first
to stabilise the yacht. If they are lowered, lash them securely checked the painter is secured to a strongpoint. Pull in the
and stow any loose gear. If possible remove items such as painter, which may be up to 10m long, and give a sharp
danbuoys or long aerials from the cockpit area. tug to activate the CO2 bottle. If the liferaft inflates upside
If a crewman descends from the helicopter he will take down, try to right it from the vessel. Keep the liferaft close
charge. Obey his instructions promptly. Never secure the alongside while boarding; release or cut the painter before
winch wire to the yacht, and beware that it may carry a the vessel sinks. Once in the liferaft, plan for the worst: a
dangerous static charge if it is not dipped (earthed) in the long wait for rescue. The priorities, in order, are: protection,
sea before handling. location, water, food. Always believe that you will survive.
7.8.3 Double lift • Keep the inside of the raft as dry as possible.
Survivors may be lifted by double lift in a strop, accompanied Huddle together for warmth. Close the openings
by the crewman, or it may be necessary to position yourself as necessary, but keep a good lookout for ships and
in the strop. Put your head and shoulders through the strop aircraft.
so that the padded part is in the small of the back and the • Stream the drogue if necessary for stability, or so as
toggle is in front of the face. Pull the toggle down, as close to to stay near the original position.
the chest as possible. When ready, give a thumbs-up sign with • Take anti-seasickness pills.
an extended arm, then place both arms close down by the • Don’t drink any water in the first 24 hours, then
side of the body to ensure that the strop does not slide up. ration fresh water to ½ litre per person per day. Do
Resist the temptation to hang on to the strop. On reaching not drink sea water or urine. Collect rain water.
the helicopter do exactly as instructed by the crew. Injured • Use flares sparingly.
persons can be lifted in a special lightweight stretcher.
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7.10 SEARCH AND RESCUE (SAR) – UK The CG Rescue Service consists of regular officers supported
The Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) is responsible for by 3,500 Auxiliary Coastguards who are on call to cover
developing and maintaining a high level of marine safety, emergencies around the coastline. These rescue teams
minimising loss of life amongst seafarers and protecting the respond to, assess and carry out searches and cliff and mud
marine environment. HM Coastguard (HM CG) co-ordinates rescues (depending on location). They liaise with the RNLI.
emergency response, manages civil maritime SAR in the E-mail: CG centre name before coastguard@mcga.gov.uk,
UK Search and Rescue Region (SRR) and, UK maritime SAR e.g. Milford Haven is: milfordhavencoastguard@mcga.gov.uk.
helicopter service and shore rescues. It co-ordinates the Radio and phone calls to and from CG Centres are recorded,
response of ambulance, fire and police services to maritime but HM CG does not provide or accept telephone link calls.
incidents. HM CG possesses some boats, but lifeboats and their Appropriate CG (or continental equivalent) telephone
crews are provided by non-governmental charities, primarily numbers are listed for each port entry.
the RNLI. HM CG enlists the assistance of merchant vessels and
in the response to SAR events beyond coastal waters. 7.11.1 HM CG routine services
HM Coastguard routinely supports maritime activity by:
7.10.1 Raising the alarm
If you see an incident which merits an emergency response at • Organising and conducting search and rescue operations
sea or along the shoreline, dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard. at sea or on the UK’s cliffs or foreshore.
You will be asked for details of the incident and may be asked • Keeping an H24 radio watch on VHF and GMDSS.
to remain contactable to provide further information. • Controlling the UK maritime SAR helicopter service.
If you see a distress signal or receive a distress message at • Providing medical advice from a doctor via telephone link
sea and are in the immediate vicinity you are obliged to call; and arranging medical assistance. Call initially on
respond with all speed unless or until you are specifically VHF/MF DSC or on Ch 16 or 2182 kHz and expect to be
released. Even if unable to give effective aid, your presence switched to a working Channel/frequency.
may provide reassurance or act as a beacon for other help. • Broadcasting Maritime Safety Information (MSI) messages
When alerted, HM CG summons the most appropriate assets, at 4 hourly intervals on VHF and MF. These include WZ,
vessels in the vicinity, launching a lifeboat or scrambling a local Subfacts and Gunfacts in exercise areas as well as
helicopter. Ashore incidents, including cliff and mud rescue, local inshore forecasts and warnings related to navigation,
are addressed by rescue teams working with other services. weather, tidal surges and the failure of navigation aids.
7.10.2 RYA SafeTrx • Vessel traffic monitoring and surveillance of UK Territorial
RYA SafeTrx assists HM Coastguard with SAR and provides Waters and Exclusive Economic Zone by AIS and VTM.
enhanced functionality if used with the optional mobile app. • Recording Traffic Reports (TRs) from yachts and other
Anyone who wishes to use RYA SafeTrx needs to register at small craft either by VHF or telephone. When passing
https://safetrx.rya.org.uk – details are stored in a database and a TR include your vessel’s name, callsign, MMSI number,
made available to HM CG in the event of emergency. ETD, ETA and number of persons onboard. The boat’s safe
The RYA SafeTrx App (Android and IOS) monitors voyages and arrival should be passed to the nearest CGOC, for relay
can alert nominated contacts if overdue. It allows journeys to be to the departure CG. Also, be sure to report any change
tracked on a smartphone and provides recreational boat users, of plan to the nearest CG while on passage. Overdue
particularly small craft, with an accessible interface with HM CG. action is only taken if concern for the safety of the vessel
It stores voyage plans and passes position in event of distress. is reported to HM CG, by a shore contact, for example.
Free to download there is no charge for use. When contacted, 7.11.2 Other maritime services
HM CG will be able to access location and SafeTrx trip data. HM Coastguard is routinely supported by:
RYA SafeTrx is an additional tool for leisure craft users at sea. • The Sea Safety Group.
It does not replace GMDSS, EPIRB, PLB or AIS. • The National Coastwatch Institution.
7.11 HM COASTGUARD (HM CG) • The Royal National Lifeboat Institution.
HM CG contributes to UK Maritime Policy through a 7.12 SEA SAFETY GROUP
dedicated surveillance infrastructure and manages a
The Sea Safety Group – www.seasafetygroup.org – a charity,
resilient command, control and communications network.
is an association of independent coastal watch stations, each
Vessel monitoring allows greater awareness of maritime
authorised by HM CG (MCA) to provide additional lookout
activity in order to speed response in rescue co-ordination,
and communications cover around the UK. They are similar
intervention against illegal acts and pollution prevention.
in ethos but separate from the NCI. Stations are:
Nine Maritime Rescue Coordination Centres (MRCC) co-
ordinated by the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC) at Pakefield 07367 096492
Fareham control nominated areas of responsibility (AOR). Each Happisburgh 07500 628299
has the ability to control operations across all AOR, sharing
Winterton 01493 393989
data and access to communications nationwide.
Sheringham 01263 821200
CG locations and boundaries are shown in Chapter 6, Fig 6(4),
and in Chapter 9 on the maps at the start of Areas 1–11. Redcar 01642 491606
The Dover CG monitors the TSS in the Dover Strait by radar Sunderland 01915 672579
and AIS, and supports the traffic safety through the Channel Berwick 07738 269071
Navigation Information Service (CNIS). West Fife 07748 135760
The CG manage vessel traffic messages (VTM) for merchant St Monans 07706 664839
vessels. MSI broadcasts disseminate essential safety
information. Details of messages are shown in Chapter 6. Irvine 01294 271855
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7.13 ROYAL NATIONAL LIFEBOAT INSTITUTION publications and demonstrations. The RNLI aims to save lives
The RNLI is a registered charity which provides a 24-hour and prevent accidents by helping people be prepared through
lifeboat service up to 100M off the UK and Irish coasts. There water safety awareness. The RNLI Skippers’ Handbook covers
are more than 230 lifeboat stations. Of these, four are on the emergencies, seamanship, weather, first aid, navigation and
River Thames, and another four are inland water stations. engines. For more details of how the RNLI can help you to be
The RNLI also operates over 100 lifeguard units. All new safer at sea, or to support the work of the RNLI, call the RNLI
lifeboats are capable of at least 25 knots. When launched on 0845 122 6999, visit www.rnli.org.uk.
on service, lifeboats >10m keep watch on VHF and MF DSC as The RNLI provides other services including emergency
well as VHF Ch 16. They can also use alternative frequencies assistance during flooding and beach lifeguard services. In
to contact other vessels, SAR aircraft, HM CG, Coast Radio order to encourage the wearing of lifejackets an initiative
Stations or other SAR agencies. All lifeboats show a quick- provides lifejacket lockers for leisure boaters at Buckler’s
flashing blue light when on operational service. Hard, Salcombe and the Yealm. At Fowey they are sited
The RNLI actively promotes safety at sea by providing a at Albert Quay, Berrills Yard and Polruan. A returnable £1
free comprehensive safety service (eg the RNLI Sea Safety deposit releases the key. Planned locations include Swanage,
Check) to members and the general public including advice, Mevagissey and Braye Harbour.
7.14 NATIONAL COASTWATCH INSTITUTION Calshot 02380 893562

The National Coastwatch Institution (NCI) – www.nci.org.uk – Lee on Solent 02392 556758
a national charity, is a voluntary organisation keeping visual Gosport 02392 765194
watch along the coast of England and Wales, assisting the Area 3
preservation and protection of life at sea and along the shore.
Shoreham 01273 463292
The National Office is 17 Dean St, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 4AB
Newhaven 01273 516464
e(01579) 347392. There are 59 operational stations (2022)
manned by over 2600 volunteers. They are marked on the Folkestone (Copt Pt) 01303 227132
Area maps by the symbol © and maintain direct contact with Area 4
HM CG, which also certify NCI stations and watchkeepers. Herne Bay (w/ends only) 01227 744454
Stations monitor VHF Ch 65 16, HM CG channels and local Whitstable (w/ends only) 07864 646209
operational VHF channels. 65 is the NCI dedicated channel. Holehaven (Canvey Island) 01268 696971
Seafarers can call directly for radio checks, AIS checks, actual Southend (w/ends only) 07815 945210
weather, sea state, current hazards and local information. Felixstowe 01394 670808
Ch 65 is an International Marine Duplex VHF Channel (ship
Gorleston (Great Yarmouth) 01493 440384
transmits on 156.275 MHz and shore station on 160.875
MHz). The US and Canadian CG Simplex Ch 65A (156.275
Caister 07527 977613
MHz) is not cleared for use in UK/European waters. Area 5
NB: In emergency issue a DSC Distress or Urgency alert Mundesley (Norfolk) 01263 722399
followed by a MAYDAY or PAN PAN message on Ch 16. Cromer (Runton) 01263 519751
Wells-next-the-sea (Norfolk) 01328 710587
Safety
Area 1
Brancaster 01485 478007
Gwennap Head (Land’s End) 01736 871351 Skegness 07444 890122
Penzance 01736 367063 Chapel Point 01754 874311
Bass Point (Lizard) 01326 290212 Mablethorpe 01507 665104
Nare Point (Helford River) 01326 231113 Hornsea 01964 530482
Portscatho (E of Falmouth) 01872 580180
Area 10
Charlestown 01726 817068
Polruan (Fowey) 01726 870291 Rossall Pt (Fleetwood) 01253 870618
Rame Head (Plymouth) 01752 823706 Great Orme 07384 276604
Prawle Point (Salcombe) 01548 511259 Point Lynas No landline
Froward Point (Dartmouth) 07976 505649 Rhoscolyn 07935 822171
Torbay 01803 411145 Porthdinllean 07814 823430
Teignmouth 01626 772377 Area 11
Exmouth 01395 222492 Wooltack Point (St Brides Bay) 07817 871549
Charmouth 07745 756872 Worms Head (Gower) 01792 390167
Lyme Bay 01308 897778 Porthcawl 01656 782936
Portland Bill 01305 860178 St Donat’s Bay 07747 410135
St Alban’s Head 01929 439220 Nells Point (Barry) 01446 420746
Boscastle (North Cornwall) 01840 250965
Area 2
Stepper Point (Padstow) 07810 898041
Peveril Pt (Swanage) 01929 422596 St Agnes Head (N Cornwall) 01872 552073
Hengistbury Hd 07851 672540 St Ives 01736 799398
Needles 01983 754231 Cape Cornwall (Land’s End) 01736 787890
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First Aid
8
First Aid
8.1–2 First aid objectives – Medical care abroad 118

8.3 Medical advice by R/T 118
8.4 ABC – Emergency resuscitation 118
Airway • Breathing • Circulation • External chest compression
8.5–6 Choking – Drowning 120

8.7–8 Hypothermia – Shock 120
8.9 Acute (sudden) illness 121
Abdominal pain • Allergies • Children • Constipation •
Convulsions • Diabetes • Diarrhoea • Fever • Heart attack •
Heat stroke • Seasickness
8.10 Stroke 122

8.11–12 Bites and stings – Fish hook injury 122
8.13–14 Bleeding (open wound) – Bleeding (internal) 122
8.15–16 Burns and scalds – Chest injury 122
8.17–18 Crush injuries – Cuts and wounds 122
8.19–20 Dental problems – Eye injury 123
8.21 Fractures and dislocations 123
Specific fractures • Skull, Nose, Cheek, Jaw, Neck, Spine, Ribs,
Upper and Lower limbs • Compound fractures
8.22–24 Frostbite – Head injuries – Nail injuries 124

First Aid
8.25–27 Nosebleed – Poisoning – Strains and sprains 125

8.28–30 First aid kit – Drugs – Emergency childbirth 125
8.31–32 Injections – Books on first aid 126
8.33 Normal physiological measurements 126
8.34 Observation form 127
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Objectives – ABC
8.1 FIRST AID OBJECTIVES Be ready to give a detailed summary of the patient’s symptoms
The objectives of First Aid at sea are to: – pulse rate, breathing rate, temperature, skin colour,
conscious state (with reference to pupil size, responses to
• Preserve life verbal command and to firm pinching); site and description
• Prevent further damage of any pain, site and type of injury, amount of blood lost etc.
• Relieve pain and distress See the Observation Form at 8.34.
• Deliver a live casualty ashore If medical help is needed by way of a doctor coming aboard,
or if a serious casualty has to be landed, the arrangements
With any casualty be calm, reassuring and methodical. will be made by the Coastguard.
Examine the whole casualty at the earliest opportunity. If you are sure that the situation is not urgent, you may
Completion of a First Aid Course is strongly recommended. wish to forewarn the port authority so that a doctor or
In the UK, RYA approved, one-day, basic training is available paramedic can meet you on arrival. Such a call could be made
through sailing clubs and schools. The St John Ambulance and in adequate time on the harbour’s working channel.
British Red Cross provide a variety of recognised courses.
8.4 ABC – EMERGENCY RESUSCITATION
8.2 MEDICAL CARE ABROAD Advice at: with www.resus.org.uk/resuscitation-guidelines
For cruising in European waters it is advisable for each crew The immediate procedure for any collapsed or apparently
member to carry the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) unconscious person is:
which entitles you to reduced-cost, sometimes free, medical Assess whether or not the casualty is conscious. Carefully
treatment that becomes necessary while you are in the EU, shake his shoulders and ask loudly ‘What’s happened?’ or
Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway. It is available by phone, ‘Are you all right?’ or give a command such as ‘Open your
by post or online; see: www.dh.gov.uk/en/Policyandguidance/ eyes’. An unconscious casualty will not respond.
Healthadvicefortravellers/index.htm.
A = Airway
A useful booklet Health Advice for Travellers, which gives Be aware of the risk of neck or spinal injury following a fall or
details of how to claim in the 28 participating countries, is head injury. If suspected, try to keep the head and neck still
obtainable from Post Offices. A further 30+ countries have and in line, then lift the chin to maintain a clear airway rather
reciprocal health care agreements with the UK, but others, than tilting the head. The priority must be to ensure the
including Turkey, the Americas, Canada, Caribbean, India, casualty is indeed breathing. Remove any visible obstruction
Middle East, Africa, Asia, Thailand, Japan, Hong Kong and from the casualty’s mouth (leave well-fitting dentures in
the Pacific region (except Australia and New Zealand), do not. place). Look, listen at the mouth and feel for no more than
Private health insurance is strongly advised in these areas. 10 seconds to determine if the casualty is breathing normally.
Skippers should be aware of crew members’ medical If barely breathing, taking infrequent, slow and noisy gasps
conditions and any ongoing medication, which may seriously or there is any doubt, act as if it is not normal.
alter the implications of an injury or change treatment.
If cruising to distant destinations sufficient medication must
be carried and additional sterile needles and syringes may
be advisable, if you or a crewman are diabetic, for example.
Seek advice from your doctor or local hospital before leaving.
Syringes and needles are attractive to intravenous drug
abusers so should be securely locked away.
Yachtsmen cruising abroad may naturally be concerned
about the risk of being given infected blood. Normally it is
not possible to carry blood or plasma in a yacht. If a blood
transfusion is essential, try to ensure that the blood used has
been screened against HIV and Hepatitis B. Fig 8(1) Ensuring a clear airway
Tilt the head backwards, using head tilt and chin lift to
8.3 MEDICAL ADVICE BY R/T maintain a clear airway; Fig 8(1). If breathing, place casualty
Medical advice can be obtained almost anywhere in European in recovery position; Fig 8(2). Check the area is clear of
waters (and elsewhere) by making an all-stations ‘PAN PAN’ danger.
call or a DSC Urgency Alert to the Coastguard, or to a Coast
Radio Station (CRS) in those countries where CRS still exist.
You will be connected to a suitable medical authority –
usually a doctor or the nearest hospital.
The Urgency signal ‘PAN PAN’ is always advised, especially
abroad, because it is internationally understood and cuts
through most language problems; see also 7.5.
Urgent help needed is shown in bold italic type against the
more serious medical problems in the following pages and
Fig 8(2) Recovery position
this implies a PAN PAN call. You should also recognise that
as a layman you are not qualified to judge how serious the B = Breathing and C = Circulation
casualty’s condition is – so get the best possible advice and/ If not breathing and the airway is clear, start chest
or help as quickly as possible. compressions; Fig 8(3). This situation is called cardiac arrest.
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The casualty will be unconscious and may appear very pale, Action plan for the resuscitation of adults
grey or bluish in colour. An artificial circulation will have to Casualty is unconscious but is breathing normally:
be provided by chest compression. If the circulation stops,
breathing will also stop. Casualties with cardiac arrest will • Urgent help needed
need a combination of rescue breaths and chest compression, • Turn casualty into the recovery position
known as Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). • Check for continued breathing
Chest compressions
To start external chest compression, lay the casualty on a
hard, flat surface if possible. Kneel beside casualty. The B - Breathing
point at which pressure will be applied is the centre of the
chest. (It is now considered a waste of valuable time for an
amateur first aider to search for the point of pressure by the
‘rib margin’ method.)
Place the heel of your first hand on top of the other hand
C - Compression
and interlock your fingers. Position your shoulders vertically
above the victim’s chest and keep your arms straight. Depress
their breastbone 5–6cm (2–2½in) then release all pressure
100–120 times per minute; Fig 8(3).
A - Airway
Fig 8(5) One operator
B - Breathing
C - Circulation
A - Airway
Fig 8(3) Chest compression
Fig 8(6) Two operators
With either one or two operators give 30 chest compressions
Casualty is unconscious and not breathing:
and continue cycles of 2 breaths to 30 compressions; see Fig
8(5) and Fig 8(6). Use a compression rate of 100–120 per • Urgent help needed
minute. If trained, chest compression should be combined • Start chest compressions
with rescue breaths; after 30 compressions, give 2 effective
• After 30 chest compressions, give 2 rescue breaths
rescue breaths (2 breaths should not take more than 5 secs).
Do not stop. Continue with chest compressions and rescue breaths in a ratio
of 30:2. If you are untrained, or are unwilling to give rescue
Rescue breaths breaths, give chest compressions only. Stop to re-check casualty
Kneel beside the casualty, maintain head tilt and chin lift, only if he/she starts to show signs of regaining consciousness;
and pinch the nostrils. Take a deep breath and blow two full coughing, opening eyes, speaking or moving purposefully and
breaths into patient’s mouth, each breath should be 1 second starts to breathe normally.
in duration. Watch for rise and fall of chest; Fig 8(4).
If breathing restarts, place casualty in the recovery position.
Otherwise, do not interrupt resuscitation.
Action plan for the resuscitation of children
First Aid
Resuscitate at 100–120 compressions per min, compressing

the chest by at least ` of its depth, approximately 4cm for
an infant and 5cm for an older child. Use two fingers for an
infant under 1 yr of age and one or two hands for an older
child to achieve adequate depth of compression. Give two
rescue breaths every 15 compressions.
In case of a baby (younger than 1 year), ensure a neutral
position of the head (no head tilt) and apply chin lift. Give
up to 5 initial rescue breaths. Blow steadily over 1 second
Fig 8(4) Rescue breaths sufficient to make the chest rise visibly.
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ABC – Acute illness
Problems during resuscitation • Prevent cooling. Remove wet clothes; wrap casualty
It is unlikely that the casualty’s pulse will return in blankets to warm him/her.
spontaneously without other more advanced techniques
• Continue resuscitation until the casualty revives or
(especially defibrillation) so do not waste time by stopping
death is certain. Hypothermia may mimic death. Do
CPR to check the circulation. Only stop and re-check if
not abandon resuscitation until the casualty has been
the casualty shows signs of life (movement or breathing).
warmed or signs of death persist despite attempts at
Otherwise, carry on until either the emergency services
warming.
arrive, another rescuer can take over, or you are too
• Once revived, put in the recovery position, Fig 8(2).
exhausted to keep going.
• Any person rescued from drowning may collapse in
Drowning (8.6) and Hypothermia (8.7)
the next 24 hours as the lungs react to inhaled water.
Drowning and hypothermia casualties may exhibit all the Urgent help needed.
signs of apparent death, yet may totally recover. Give 5
initial rescue breaths before starting chest compression and 8.7 HYPOTHERMIA
only abandon resuscitation after thorough and repeated
Lowered body temperature may follow immersion in the sea
attempts have been made to warm the victim.
or prolonged exposure on deck. In these cases it may be
8.5 CHOKING accompanied by a risk of secondary drowning. Hypothermia
may lead to collapse, unconsciousness and, ultimately, death.
If blockage by an object is suspected, tell the casualty to cough.
The severity is difficult to determine without core body
If ineffective stand to the side and slightly behind the victim;
temperatures. Medical assistance should be sought.
support the chest with one hand and lean them well forwards
so that any dislodged object comes out of the mouth. Give Symptoms include: unreasonable behaviour followed by
five sharp blows between the shoulder blades with the heel apathy and confusion; unsteady gait, stumbling; slurring of
of the other hand. Check the mouth for any obstruction. speech; pale, cold skin; slow, weak pulse; slow breathing;
shivering, unconsciousness.
If unsuccessful, wrap both your arms around the victim’s waist
from behind, and give up to 5 sharp upward thrusts with Treatment
both fists into the abdomen above the navel but below the A = Airway control; put in recovery position.
ribs so as to initiate coughing. Clear object from mouth. B = Breathing If not breathing, start mouth to mouth
In an unconscious adult, assist to a safe position attempt to ventilation.
clear the airway and give CPR with chest compressions. Call C = Circulation Be prepared to use chest compressions.
for assistance. Do not give up. Remove wet clothing. Avoid wind chill. Dry and wrap
Infants and small children should be placed over the lap in in blankets or sleeping bag plus warm hat and cover,
a head down position and be given 5 sharp blows on the if available, in foil survival bag. Urgent help needed.
back. Chest thrusts may be used on older children but for Give hot sweet drinks if conscious.
those less than 1 yr these are performed in the same way as Do not give alcohol, rub the skin or place very hot
chest compressions but should be sharper and performed at a objects against skin.
slower rate, with each thrust trying to relieve the obstruction.
Continue if no relief, with the sequence of 5 rescue breaths, 8.8 SHOCK
5 back blows and 5 chest thrusts. Shock can result from almost any accident or medical
emergency and, depending upon the cause, may range in
8.6 DROWNING
severity from a simple faint to near death. Shock occurs when
The resuscitation of an apparently drowned person may be the delivery of oxygen to the tissues is impaired because of
complicated by two factors: inadequate or inefficient circulation of the blood. Possible
• An acute (sudden) illness (8.9 and 8.10) – a stroke, accident causes include:
or blow to the head, for example – may have precipitated • Loss of blood: internal or external bleeding.
the fall into the water.
• Loss of fluid: diarrhoea, peritonitis, burns.
• The time spent in the water may have produced marked
• Heart failure: heart attack.
hypothermia. The water around the UK is rarely warmer
than 15°C (60°F). • Lung failure: drowning.
• Brain failure: stroke, head injury.
Medical assistance should always be sought. During rescue
and after resuscitation try to keep the head low so that vomit • Illness: diabetes.
is not inhaled and water is able to drain from the mouth. Signs and symptoms
Treatment Thirst, apathy, nausea, restlessness. Pale, cold, clammy skin,
sweating. Rapid, weak pulse. Rapid, shallow breathing. Dull,
A = Airway Clear airway: seaweed, dentures etc. See 8.4. sunken eyes, bluish lips; it can lead to collapse.
B = Breathing If not breathing start mouth to mouth
resucitation as soon as possible and in the water if Treatment
practicable. See 8.4. • ABC – airway, breathing, circulation see 8.4.
C = Circulation If pulse is absent, start chest compression • Control bleeding, if present.
as soon as aboard. See 8.4. • Lay the casualty flat; elevate legs to 20°.
• If stomach is bulging, turn casualty on to side to Exceptions:
empty water, or they may vomit large quantities of i Bleeding from mouth – use recovery position.
water which could be inhaled. ii Unconscious – use recovery position.
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iii Chest injury – sitting may be preferred. • Convulsion Casualty may be a known epileptic. Prevent
injury. Do not put anything in the mouth. Place in recovery
• Splint any fractures; avoid movement.
position; protect airway (he/she may still look very blue).
• Keep reasonably warm; don’t overheat. After fit, allow them to sleep. Urgent help needed.
• Relieve pain – give painkillers.
• Diabetes A diabetic may become unconscious if his/her
Exceptions: blood sugar is too high or too low. For hyperglycaemia
i Head injury with impaired consciousness. (too much sugar) insulin is needed. Hypoglycaemia (too
ii Cases with severe breathing difficulty. little sugar) may be caused by too much insulin, unusual
• Reassure the casualty. stress or exercise, or too little food. In either case, if
• Do not let the casualty eat, drink, smoke or move rousable, first give sweets, sugar, soft drinks. If recovery
unnecessarily. If they complain of thirst, moisten the not rapid, Urgent help needed.
lips with a little water. • Diarrhoea Can be serious, especially in young children if
Exception much fluid is lost. Stop food, give plenty of fluid. Water
Fluids may be life saving in cases of dehydration is sufficient in most cases or, alternatively, add salt (1
(diarrhoea, vomiting, severe burns, for example). Give teaspoon/litre) and sugar (4–5 teaspoons/litre) to water.
half a cup of water at 15-minute intervals. Add a pinch of Lomotil or Imodium tablets are very effective in adults.
salt and a little sugar. Never give alcohol. Avoid fluids if • Fever May be associated with anything from common
severe abdominal pain or internal injury. Never attempt cold, appendicitis, heat stroke to an infected toe. Except
to give fluids by mouth to an unconscious person. for major abdominal problems, prescribe copious fluids,
Collapse and signs of shock after an accident when external paracetamol or aspirin (not in the case of children) and
blood loss is slight or absent must suggest internal bleeding. antibiotics if infection is present. Seek advice.
Clues may be few. The casualty may cough or vomit blood, or • Heart attack Severe central ‘crushing’ chest pain; may
pass blood in urine or from bowel. He/she may complain of spread to shoulders, neck or arms. Sweating, then bluish
worsening pain in abdomen or chest. Urgent help needed. lips, then collapse. Breathing and heart may stop. Give
Medical illnesses, such as diabetes, severe infections or heart one aspirin tablet 300mg, to be chewed not swallowed
disease, may produce shock without giving many clues as to whole. Some casualties (diabetics, for example) may not
the cause. Urgent help needed. experience the chest pains. Urgent help needed.
i Early symptoms; rest, reassure.
8.9 ACUTE (SUDDEN) ILLNESS
ii If unconscious: recovery position; observe breathing
Before a long passage be aware of any crew medical problems
and pulse.
and record medication being taken. Seek medical advice on
likely symptoms and treatment. Unless forewarned, diagnosis iii If breathing stops or pulse is absent, commence
may be very difficult once at sea. mouth to mouth ventilation and chest compression
immediately and do not stop. See 8.4.
• Abdominal pain (minor)
i Upper abdomen, intermittent, burning, no tenderness, • Heat stroke Cool casualty by spraying with cold water
otherwise well. May follow large alcohol intake. Eased or wrap the casualty in a cold wet sheet until their
by milk or antacid; bland meals; no alcohol. temperature falls to 38°C under the tongue; encourage
drinking (one teaspoon of salt/half litre of water). If
ii More generalised, cramping or colicky pain, no
casualty stops sweating, has a rapid pounding pulse and
tenderness, may have diarrhoea or vomiting. May be
is becoming unconscious, urgent help needed.
gastroenteritis or food poisoning. Drink fluid with a
pinch of salt added. Avoid dehydration. Seek advice. • Seasickness is basically an inner ear disturbance caused
by motion. The condition is aggravated by fear, anxiety,
• Abdominal pain (major) Severe abdominal pain, usually
fatigue and boredom. It may manifest itself as lethargy,
constant and generalised. Abdomen may be rigid or
dizziness or headache as well as nausea and vomiting.
very tender to touch, possible fever, rapid pulse rate,
Avoid strong food tastes and too much alcohol. Take small
generally unwell, nausea and vomiting. Make the casualty
amounts of fluid and food frequently if you feel ill. Avoid
comfortable, give pain relief (injection if possible). Give
fatigue; adequate sleep will often relieve the sick feeling.
nothing to eat or drink. Urgent help needed.
Keep warm. Stay on deck and concentrate on some task if
• Allergies Mild cases may just have a rash which responds possible – taking the helm can work wonders. Sick crew
to calamine lotion and antihistamine tablets. Severe on deck must be secured by lifeline. Turn in if all else fails.
cases may collapse with breathing difficulty and require Vomiting may cause serious loss of fluid.
emergency ABC resuscitation. Seek advice.
No one remedy suits everybody. Try the alternatives until
• Children may become ill with alarming rapidity. Ear and you find one that is effective with minimal side effects;
First Aid
throat infections are especially common. Children are most tend to cause a dry mouth and some tiredness.
also more susceptible to the effects of dehydration; if Tablets available over the counter include: Avomine
ill get them to drink copious fluids. Reduce drug dosage (promethazine) and Stugeron (cinnarizine). Take the first
to a proportion of adult dose based on weight (average tablet some hours before going to sea, and then regularly
adult 70kg/154lb). Seek advice. for as long as necessary. Take a tablet just before going
• Constipation Common at sea. Prevent by eating fruit, to sleep if possible. Various preparations can be applied
vegetables, bran and, if necessary, anti-constipation behind the ear or worn as a wrist band. Prolonged
medication (eg senna preparations). seasickness is serious – seek advice.
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8.10 STROKE 8.15 BURNS AND SCALDS

Stroke presents in different ways. However, if a person Treatment
develops sudden onset weakness on one side of the body, • Move the victim into fresh air to avoid inhaling
problems with speech and/or visual problems: think of stroke. smoke.
Recognise a stroke using the FAST test:
• ABC – Airway, Breathing, Circulation; see 8.4.
• Face – Has one side of face fallen; can they smile? • Stop further injury: dip the whole of the burned
• Arms – Can both arms be raised and kept up? part into cold water for 10–15 minutes. Seawater is
• Speech – Is it slurred or muddled? excellent but may be very painful.
• Time – To call for help. • Remove loose clothing only; do not pull off clothing
stuck to the skin.
If there is difficulty with any one of these suspect a stroke.
• Cover with sterile dressing. If skin is broken or
Place in recovery position and check airway. blistered, use sterile paraffin gauze beneath the
Urgent help needed – specialist treatment within 4½ hours dressing. Separate burnt fingers with paraffin gauze.
may reverse the effects of a stroke. If you are more than 4½ Never use adhesive dressings.
hours from help, and the casualty is conscious and able to • Do not prick blisters or apply ointments.
swallow, give 300mg of asprin, even if he/she is improving. • Elevate burnt limb and immobilise.
• Give strong painkillers.
ACCIDENTS AND INJURIES • Treat for shock: give frequent and copious drinks of
water.
8.11 BITES AND STINGS
• Start giving antibiotics for major burns.
Injected poison from bites and stings usually only causes
local swelling and discomfort, but some individuals may • If burns are extensive or deep, urgent help needed.
react severely. For insect stings, resuscitate if collapse
Sunburn can be very severe. Best treated by keeping the skin
occurs; otherwise give rest, painkillers, antihistamines (eg
cool by fanning or careful sponging with chilled water; give
chlorpheniramine).
painkillers. For prevention keep well covered and always use
In warmer water, sea snakes and various sea stingers can sunscreen preparations with a high protection factor, greater
inject deadly poison: prevent drowning, resuscitate if than SPF 20.
necessary. If sting is caused by jelly fish or Portuguese Man
O’War etc, pour vinegar onto sting to reduce further poison 8.16 CHEST INJURY
release. May result in fractured ribs. These are very painful, and
If the victim becomes weak and breathless, lightly compress breathing may be uncomfortable and shallow. The fractured
the limb above the wound with a rolled up roller bandage to ribs may puncture the lung or, if a number of ribs are each
delay the spread of poison. Do not apply a tourniquet; this broken in two places (eg after crush injury), then this part of
practice is out of date due to the danger of losing a limb. the chest may move independently of the rest of the chest
Start resuscitation. Urgent help needed. and seriously impair breathing.
Many large cities maintain a 24-hour poison information Treatment
centre. Use the radio for advice. • ABC – Airway, Breathing, Circulation; see 8.4.
8.12 FISH HOOK INJURY • Casualty may be more comfortable sitting up.
Push the hook round until the point and barb appear. Cut off • Tape a plastic cover over any hole on 3 sides (top and
the point and barb and withdraw the hook. Dress the holes both sides) if air is sucking in and out.
and give an antibiotic. • Support any unstable chest segment with your hand.
• For fractured ribs prescribe rest and strong pain-
8.13 BLEEDING – OPEN WOUND killers if necessary. Very painful.
Bleeding is often dramatic, but is almost always controllable. Avoid tight strapping lest it restricts breathing even
Treatment further. Urgent help needed for any case with impaired
• Apply firm continuous direct pressure; bandage on breathing.
a large pad. If bleeding continues, bandage more
pads on top of initial pads; then press directly over
8.17 CRUSH INJURIES
wound for at least 10 minutes (blood takes this long These injuries involve skin, underlying muscle and tendon
to clot). and sometimes bone as well. Common in hands and fingers
(from winches and anchor chains) and elsewhere when tissue
• Elevate if wound is on a limb.
is sandwiched. Bleeding may be slight, but bruising and
• Do not apply a tourniquet. This practice is out of date swelling considerable and extremely painful. Keep affected
and risks losing a limb. part as cold as possible; elevate if a hand or foot and give
painkillers. Urgent help needed.
8.14 BLEEDING – INTERNAL (CLOSED INJURY)
Follows fractured bones, crush injuries, or rupture of organs 8.18 CUTS AND WOUNDS
such as the liver or spleen. Treat for shock which may appear Often dramatic but only potentially serious if nerves, tendons
rapidly. Urgent help needed. or blood vessels are severed.
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Treatment Treatment
• Clean thoroughly with antiseptic. Remove dirt or • Foreign object. Flush the eye with clean water, pull the
other foreign bodies from the wound. bottom lid out to inspect, remove object with a clean
• Small clean cuts can be closed using Steristrips. Skin tissue. For objects under upper eyelid, ask casualty to
must be dry. Use as many Steristrips as necessary to grasp lashes and pull the upper lid over the lower lid.
keep the skin edges together. Leave for at least 5 A proper eye-bath is very effective. Blinking under
days. water may also remove the object. After removal of
• Larger deep cuts may require special suture techniques object, insert sterile antibiotic ointment inside pulled
(stitches); apply a dressing and seek help. Do not try out lower lid. Cover with pad.
amateur surgery at sea. • Corrosive fluid. Flush continuously with water for 15
• Ragged lacerations or very dirty wounds – do not minutes. Give painkillers and chloramphenicol ointment;
attempt to close these; dead tissues may have to be cover with pad. Seek help as soon as possible.
trimmed away to prevent infection. Clean as well as • Conjunctivitis. A sticky, weeping eye with yellow
possible, sprinkle antibiotic powder in wound and discharge. Chloramphenicol ointment 4 times a day.
apply a dressing. Seek help.
If in doubt a wound is best left open and lightly covered 8.21 FRACTURES AND DISLOCATIONS
to keep it clean and dry. Fracture is a broken bone. Dislocation is a displaced joint.
Fingers and toes Both result from major trauma and will produce pain (which
Blood may collect under the nail following an injury. is worse on attempted movement), localised swelling,
Release the blood by piercing the nail with a red hot abnormal shape, and a grating feeling on movement (when
needle or paper clip. It will not hurt! a fracture is present). Blood vessels or nerves around the
fracture or dislocation may also be damaged resulting in a
8.19 DENTAL PROBLEMS cold, pale, or numb limb below the site of the injury.
Dental pain usually seems worse at sea; prevention is better Fractures of large bones such as the femur (upper leg) will
than cure. It is advisable to see a dentist about 4 weeks result in major internal bleeding and may cause shock. When
before departing on a long voyage to allow time for any complications occur, Urgent help needed.
necessary treatment. If X-Rays are taken, be sure to keep Early application of a splint and elevation of the injured limb
them with you. where possible will reduce pain and minimise complications.
Consider carrying a dental mirror, tongue spatula, pen torch, Treat for shock and pain.
cotton wool rolls, tweezers and a ready-mixed temporary
filling. Dentanurse is an emergency treatment pack which Specific fractures and dislocations
enables an amateur to make basic temporary repairs, eg Cheek Caused by a direct blow. Rarely serious but requires
replacing crowns, lost fillings. It contains zinc oxide and specialist care.
Eugenol. Jaw Beware of associated brain or spinal injury. Remove
Treatment blood and teeth fragments; leave loose teeth in
place; protect broken teeth (see 8.19). Ensure airway
• Throbbing toothache, made worse by hot or cold or is clear. Start regular antiseptic mouth washes and
when bitten on. If a cavity, clean out and apply temporary antibiotics. Support jaw with bandage over top of
filling. Take an anti-inflammatory painkiller. the head. Give only fluids by mouth.
• Dull toothache, tender to bite on; gum swollen or Neck May result from a direct blow, a fall or a whiplash
red with possible discharge. Treat as above but also type injury. If conscious, casualty may complain
take an antibiotic. of pain, tingling, numbness or weakness in limbs
• Broken tooth or filling. Cover exposed surfaces with below the injury. Mishandling may damage the
zinc oxide paste. spinal cord, resulting in paralysis or death. Avoid
• Teeth which have been knocked out should be placed movement and support the head. Immobilise
in a clean container with milk or moist gauze and by wrapping a folded towel around the neck. If
taken to a dentist at the first opportunity for re- movement is necessary then lift the victim as one
implantation. This can be attempted onboard. If the rigid piece, never allowing the neck to bend. Urgent
tooth is not re-implanted within 24 hours (preferably help needed.
within 1 hour), chance of success is poor. Nose Control bleeding by pinching (8.25).
• Bleeding gums. Clean teeth more thoroughly. If
Ribs See chest injury (8.16). Often very painful. Strapping
accompanied by foul odour and metallic taste, use
is not advised.
First Aid
regular hot salt water rinses and antibiotics.

• Pain around wisdom tooth. Toothbrush to clean Skull See head injury (8.23).
area; use hot salt water rinses; take antibiotics and Spine Fracture of the spine may occur below the neck,
painkillers. also resulting in paralysis or death. Mishandling of
the victim may greatly worsen the damage. Avoid
movement if possible. Lift the casualty without
8.20 EYE PROBLEMS
allowing the spine to sag. Urgent help needed.
All eye injuries or illnesses are potentially serious. Never put
old or previously opened ointment or drops into an eye; Upper Limb
serious infection could result. Collar bone (clavicle). Support arm in sling, Fig 8(7).
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• Dislocated shoulder. If this has happened before, the • Lower leg. Pad very well. Splint using oar, broom handle
casualty may remedy the dislocation himself; otherwise or similar pieces of wood.
do not attempt to remedy it in case a fracture exists. • Ankle. Fracture or severe sprain may be indistinguish-
• Upper arm (humerus). Support the arm with a collar and cuff able. Immobilise in neutral position with foot at right
inside the shirt as illustrated in Fig 8(8), ie tie a clove hitch angles. Elevate the limb.
around the wrist and loop the ends behind the neck. To be really effective a splint must be rigid and extend to
• Forearm and wrist. Splint (eg with battens or wood). Do the joints above and below the fracture. This is not always
not bandage tightly. Elevate or support in a sling. possible. The splint must be very well padded.
• Fingers. Elevate hand and, unless badly crushed, leave If the limb beyond the bandage or splint becomes swollen
unbandaged; keep moving. If very wobbly, bandage to or discoloured, the bandage must be loosened to improve
adjacent finger. circulation. If you improvise a splint it is essential not to
enclose the whole limb and risk cutting off the circulation
(see 8.13, reference non-use of tourniquet).
As a general rule, if a fracture is suspected then seek
advice.
Compound fractures
If a deep wound overlies the fracture, or the bone ends are
visible, do not try to close the wound or replace the bone
ends. Clean thoroughly with antiseptic and cover with a sterile
dressing. Seek help. Start antibiotics if help is delayed.
8.22 FROSTBITE
Usually affects the extremities: toes, fingers, ears or nose. The
affected part may be very painful, numb, stiff and discoloured.
Warm gently (on someone else’s back, for example).
Immersion in water less than 43°C (110°F); any higher
temperature will cause more damage. Do not rub the
affected part with anything.
8.23 HEAD INJURY

A blow to the head, with or without fracture, may result in
immediate unconsciousness or more delayed effects.
Treatment
• Immediate unconsciousness, but quick recovery with
Fig 8(7) Sling slight drowsiness or headache. Prescribe rest and
watch carefully.
• Immediate unconsciousness, no sign of recovery. Put in
recovery position (beware of associated spine injury).
Check airway. Observe the following and record every
10 minutes: pulse rate, breathing rate, pupil size (both
sides), responses to verbal command, response to firm
pinching. Urgent help needed.
• Delayed deterioration (either not unconscious imme-
diately, or apparently recovering then worsening).
Increasing drowsiness, change in mental state and
eventually unconsciousness. Treat as above. Urgent
help needed.
Scalp wounds may bleed profusely. Control with very
firm pressure; cut away hair, and close using Steristrips if
no fracture beneath. If in doubt seek help. Avoid giving
Fig 8(8) Collar and cuff drugs after head injury.
Lower limb 8.24 NAIL INJURIES

• Thigh. Shock may be considerable. Splint by strapping Nails can be torn or lifted off the underlying flesh and bleeding
to other leg with padding between the legs. Gently can be impressive. Do not try to remove the damaged nail
straighten the casualty’s lower leg. If necessary apply which will support the underlying tissue or bone if it is also
traction at the ankle to help straighten the leg. Do not damaged. Treat as for any bleeding wound with a pad and
bandage too tightly. a bandage wrapped around the finger.
• Knee. Twisting injuries or falls damage the ligaments and Blood may collect under the nail following a blow. Release
cartilages of the knee. Very painful and swollen. Treat as the blood by piercing the nail with a red hot needle or paper
for fracture. clip. It will not hurt!
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8.25 NOSEBLEED Thermometer

Lean forwards and pinch the soft part of the nose firmly for Disposable gloves
at least 10 minutes to allow the blood to clot. Do not blow
Antiseptic solution (eg Savlon)
nose or try to remove clot.
Eye wash
If bleeding continues repeat the pressure for longer than
10 minutes. If still bleeding after 30 minutes insert as much Antifungal powder or cream (athlete’s foot)
50mm (2in) gauze bandage (moistened with water) into the Insect repellent (DEET, diethyltoluamide)
nostrils as you can, using forceps to feed the bandage in. Individual choice of anti-seasickness tablets
Urgent help needed.
Sunscreen with high protection factor
8.26 POISONING Moisture cream (for cracked hands and lips)
Poison may reach the body when swallowed, inhaled or Medication – see 8.29 for basic suggestions. The list will
injected through the skin (for bites and stings see 8.11). vary with voyage area, duration and crew embarked
Treatment Additional items for extended cruising
• ABC – Airway, Breathing, Circulation; see 8.4. Vaccinations (possibly start 6 months before departure)
• Recovery position if unconscious. Syringes 2ml x 2 (if carrying injections)
• Seek help. Dental kit – see 8.19.
Swallowed poison
The poison container may give instructions or suggest 8.29 DRUGS AND MEDICATION
antidote(s). For corrosive or petroleum products (acids, Drug Type/Use Dose
alkalis, bleach, detergent, petrol) do not induce vomiting. Paracetamol painkiller 1–2 tablets every
Administer copious fluids (eg milk). 500mg tablets 4 hours
For other substances (pills, medicines) do not induce Aspirin blood thinner 300mg single dose in
vomiting – it is often ineffective and may cause further case of heart attack or
harm to the casualty. If collapsed or unconscious urgent stroke
help needed. Ibuprofen anti- 400mg every 8 hours
Inhaled poison inflammatory (avoid if history of
Poison may be inhaled from sources such as carbon asthma or stomach
monoxide or other exhaust fumes, bottled gas which has ulcer)
leaked into the bilge, or fire extinguisher gas. Carbon *Dihydrocodeine strong 1–2 tablets every
monoxide inhalation produces cherry red lips and skin. 30mg tablets painkiller 4 hours
Move into fresh air at once. If breathing is absent, start Cetirizine antihistamine 10mg once a day
resuscitation. Urgent help needed. Aludrox indigestion 1–2 before meals
8.27 STRAINS AND SPRAINS Loperamide diarrhoea Take 2 capsules

2mg capsules initially followed by 1
Torn ligaments, pulled muscles and other injuries. Rest the after each loose stool,
injured part; elevate if possible; apply ice packs (wrapped in up to a maximum of 8
a towel) if possible; administer painkillers. If in doubt, treat per day
as a fracture and immobilise. Senokot tablets constipation 2–4 tablets daily
8.28 FIRST AID KIT *Amoxycillin antibiotic 250–500mg
250mg every 8 hours
A made-up Offshore First Aid kit (below) costs about £50;
(beware penicillin
a more comprehensive pre-packed kit might exceed £180. allergy)
Prescriptions marked * are needed for three of the drugs
listed in 8.29. Out of date drugs are potentially dangerous *Erythromycin antibiotic For penicillin-
250mg allergic adults
and should be destroyed. Special preparations are available
4 tablets daily
for children. Stow the following suggested items in a readily
accessible, clearly marked waterproof container: Cinnarizine 15mg seasickness 2 before voyage,
tablets then 1 every 8 hours
Triangular bandage x 2 (doubles as bandage or sling) *Scopolamine seasickness 1 patch behind ear 5–6
Crepe bandage 75mm x 2 patches hrs before voyage;
Gauze bandage 50mm x 2 replace after 72 hrs if
necessary
First Aid
Elastoplast 75mm x 1
Chloramphenicol eye infection 3-4 times per day
Band Aids (or similar) various shapes and sizes ointment 1%
Wound dressings, 1 large, 1 medium * Only available on prescription.
Sterile non-adhesive dressing (Melolin) x 5 8.30 EMERGENCY CHILDBIRTH
Steristrips x 5 packs A yacht is no place to give birth. Unless remaining within
Cotton wool about one hour of harbour, a woman who is more than 32
Scissors and forceps, good quality stainless steel weeks’ pregnant should not even consider going to sea in a
small boat. Before 30 weeks into the pregnancy, there should
Safety pins be no problem embarking on short offshore passages.
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Although giving birth may be an entirely natural process, 8.32 BOOKS ON FIRST AID
it is potentially fraught with danger – for both mother and The books below give detailed advice. At least one should be
baby – and should ideally be supervised by a midwife or other on board and the crew should know where it is stowed:
suitably qualified person. Labour may start with backache,
First Aid at Sea by Douglas Justins and Colin Berry (ACN).
regular pains in the abdomen, a show of blood-stained mucus
Recommended by the RORC.
and a gush of water from the birth canal. Such a situation
clearly demands a PAN PAN call followed by rapid assessment Skipper’s Medical Emergency Handbook by Dr Spike Briggs
and transfer to hospital by lifeboat or helicopter. and Dr Campbell Mackenzie (ACN).
Should help not be available, the best advice is to stay calm, Other publications on the internet are:
unhurried and let nature take its course. ‘The ship captain’s medical guide’ at https://www.gov.uk/
government/publications/the-ship-captains-medical-guide
8.31 INJECTIONS World Sailing (formerly: ISAF)’s Offshore Special Regulations,
A doctor’s prescription is required for injections. Stringent http://www.sailing.org/specialregs
regulations apply to injectable painkiller drugs, which are
probably only warranted for long passages. It is safest to 8.33 NORMAL PHYSIOLOGICAL
inject into the muscle on the outer part of the mid-thigh, MEASUREMENTS
or the side of the torso. Clean the area, plunge the needle Pulse rate Adults 60–80/minute
swiftly an inch or so through the skin, pull back on the Children up to 100/minute
plunger to ensure that a blood vessel has not been entered,
then slowly complete the injection. Dispensed injectors have Breathing 12–15/minute
short needles and are spring-loaded – follow instructions. Temperature 36·7°C (98·4°F)
Make the most of every minute ashore
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8.34 OBSERVATION FORM or annotating the various boxes at 10-minute intervals;

The information recorded by you on this form will be trends can be important and will help doctors detect
invaluable in helping doctors or paramedics to diagnose any improvement or deterioration in the casualty’s
the problem and arrange the best possible treatment for condition.
your casualty. This is particularly important if there may be a • Continue recording observations until help arrives.
significant time lapse between requesting medical help and • If within radio range of shore attempt to pass the
the casualty reaching hospital. observations via the Coastguard to a medical authority;
• Keep photocopies of this form in your First Aid kit so as or ask a ship to relay.
to preserve the original. • Before the casualty is taken off the yacht ensure that this
• Whilst awaiting help, record your observations by ticking form and personal documents are secured to him/her.
DATE ................. CASUALTY’S NAME ................................................. AGE ............. M/F ..............
Times of observations @ 10 minute intervals: 10 20 30 40 50 60
EYES
Open spontaneously
Observe for reactions
whilst testing other Open when spoken to
responses
Open to painful stimulus
Nil response
MOVEMENT
ulus: Obeys commands
Apply painful stimulus:
Pinch ear lobe or skin Responds
on back of hand
Nil response
SPEECH Responds sensibly to queries

Speak clearly and
directly, close to the Seems confused
casualty’s ear
Uses inappropriate words
Incomprehensible sounds
Nil response
PULSE Over 110

(Beats per minute)
Take adult’s pulse at 101–110
wrist or neck. Note rate
and whether beats are: 91–100
weak (w);
strong (s); 81–90
regular (reg) or
irregular (irreg) 71–80
61–70
Below 61
First Aid
BREATHING Over 40
(Breaths per minute)
Note rate and whether 31–40
breathing is:
quiet (q); 21–30
noisy (n);
easy (e); 11–20
or difficult (d)
Below 11
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Harbours, Coasts and Tides
Harbours, Coasts & Tides

Map of Areas • Area information • Harbour information • Environmental
guidance • Distance tables: English Channel, Irish Sea, North Sea, Bay of Biscay
9.1 South West England 137

9.2 Central South England 191
9.3 South East England 249
9.4 East England 273
9.5 North East England 333
9.6 South East Scotland 369
9.7 North East Scotland, Orkney and Shetland 395
9.8 North West Scotland 433
9.9 South West Scotland 471
9.10 NW England, Isle of Man and N Wales 503
9.11 South Wales and Bristol Channel 533
9.12 South Ireland 569
9.13 North Ireland 615
9.14 West Denmark 653
9.15 Germany 669
9.16 Netherlands and Belgium 705
9.17 North France 753
9.18 Central North France 801
9.19 Channel Islands 825
9.20 North Brittany 853
9.21 South Brittany 893
9.22 South Biscay 925
9.23 North and North West Spain 963
9.24 Portugal 997
9.25 South West Spain, Gibraltar and Morocco 1021
9.26 Portuguese Islands, Azores and Madeira 1039
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Map of Areas – Harbour information
9.0.1 MAP OF AREAS

15° 10° 5° 0° 5° 10°
Shetland
Islands
60°
7 NORWAY
8 Cape
Wrath
Orkney
Islands
Skagen
SCOTLAND
Rattray Head
14
Loch
6
Craignish DENMARK
Crinan Canal Eyemouth
Berwick-on-Tweed
9
13
55° NORTHERN
IRELAND
Mull of
Galloway
5 Sylt
15
10 16
Galway Malahide Emden
ENGLAND
Delfzijl
REPUBLIC OF
IRELAND Bardsey Great Yarmouth GERMANY
Island
WALES
4 NETHERLANDS
12 11 Selsey Bill 3 Nieuwpoort

Land’s BELGIUM
End
Anvil Pt
2 17
50° Isles of
Scilly 1
20 19
St Quay 18
Raz de Sein FRANCE
21 River Loire
22
Area Page Area Page
45°
1 137 14 653
23 2 191 15 669
Hendaye 3 249 16 705
4 273 17 753
Río Miño
5 333 18 801
6 369 19 825
24
SPAIN
7 395 20 853
40°
8 433 21 893
PORTUGAL 9 471 22 925
10 503 23 963
26 Río Guadiana 11 533 24 997
Azores 12 569 25 1021
& Madeira 25 Gibraltar 13 615 26 1039
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9.0.2 AREA INFORMATION NAVIGATION gives guidance on the approach and entry, and
shows the position of the approach waypoint with its bearing

The 26 geographic Areas are arranged as follows:
and distance to the harbour entrance or next significant
An Area Map which includes harbours, principal lights, TSS,
feature. Some waypoints may not be shown on the chartlet.
MRCCs, NCI stations, airports, main ferry routes, magnetic
Access times are only stated where a lock, gate, sill or other
variation and a distance table. Wind farms are shown, but
obstruction restricts entry. Otherwise the minimum charted
not other offshore energy installations.
depth of water in the approaches, where it is less than 2m, is
Tidal stream chartlets showing hourly rates and set. usually shown, but always consult up to date official charts.
Lights, buoys and waypoints (LBW) listing positions and Chartlets are pilotage diagrams based on official charts
characteristics of selected lights and other marks, their augmented with local information. Owing to their scale, they
daytime appearance, fog signals and Racons. Arcs of may not cover the whole area referred to in the text nor do
visibility and alignment of sector/leading lights are true they show every depth, mark, light or feature.
bearings as seen from seaward. Lights are white unless
otherwise stated; any colours are shown between the The chartlets are not intended to be used for navigation;
bearings of the relevant arcs. AIS is fitted to navigational positions taken from them should not be used as waypoints
marks and indicated in LBW with MMSI Nos when known. in chart plotters. The publisher and editors disclaim any
The use of ‘Virtual AIS’ aids to navigation is slowly increasing responsibility for resultant accidents or damage if they are
and some are indicated with appropriate symbology. so used. The largest scale official chart, properly corrected,
should always be used.
Passage Information (PI) is at Section 5 (eg 9.1.5 in Area 1).
Drying areas and an indicative 5m depth contour are shown
Special notes giving data specific to a country or area.
as: Dries <5m >5m
Harbour information (see below).
Wrecks around the UK which are of archaeological or historic
9.0.3 HARBOUR INFORMATION interest are protected by law. Sites are listed under harbour
entries or in Passage Information. Unauthorised interference,
Each harbour entry is arranged as follows:
including anchoring and diving on these sites, may lead to
HARBOUR NAME followed by the County or Unitary Council a substantial fine.
(or foreign equivalent) and the lat/long of the harbour
LIGHTS AND MARKS describes, in more detail than is shown
entrance, or equivalent, for use as the final waypoint.
on the chartlets, any unusual characteristics of marks, their
Harbour ratings (1 2 3), inevitably subjective, which grade appearance by day and features not listed elsewhere.
a port based on the following criteria:
COMMUNICATIONS shows the telephone area code followed
Ease of access: by local telephone and VHF contact details for: coastguard,
111 Can be entered in almost any weather from most weather, police, doctor/medical, harbourmaster/office, other.
directions and at all states of tide, by day or night. Marina contact details are not usually duplicated if they are
11 Accessible in strong winds from most directions; shown under the marina entry. International telephone calls
possible tidal or pilotage constraints. from/to the UK are described in Special Notes, as are national
1 Only accessible in calm, settled conditions by day with numbers for emergency services: normally 112 in the EU; 999
little or no swell; possible bar and difficult pilotage. in the UK. Radio callsigns, if not obvious, are in italics.
Facilities available: FACILITIES symbols describe berthing options and facilities
222 Good facilities for vessel and crew. in harbours, marinas and yacht clubs (see the free Reeds
22 Logistic needs met, but limited boatyard facilities. Marina Guide for detailed marina plans in the UK, Channel
2 Possibly some domestic facilities, but little else. Islands and Ireland). Water, electricity, showers and toilets
Ambience: are available in marinas unless otherwise stated. Most yacht
333 An attractive place; well worth visiting. clubs welcome visiting crews who belong to a recognised club
and arrive by sea. Any rail and air links are also shown.
33 Average for this part of the coast.
3 Holds no particular attraction. The overnight cost of a visitor’s alongside berth (&) is
for comparison only and based on information supplied at
CHARTS show Admiralty (AC), Imray, and foreign charts, the time of going to press (Summer 2022). It is the average
smallest scale first. Admiralty Leisure Folios (56XX), which charge per metre LOA (unless otherwise stated) during high
cover most of the UK, Channel Islands and Ireland, and Imray season, Jun–Sep. It includes VAT. The cost of pile moorings,
2000 series folios (2X00) are also shown. as or xs, where these are the norm, may also be given. Shore
TIDES include a time difference (usually on Dover in the UK), electricity is usually free abroad but extra in the UK.
ML, Duration and the harbour’s Standard Port. Time and height The number of u berths is a marina’s estimate of how many
differences for nearby Secondary Ports are also shown. To visitors may be accommodated at any one time. It is always
support offshore activity Standard Port computer prediction advisable to call the marina beforehand.
is replacing some Secondary Port differences in ATT. The TransEurope Marinas (www.transeuropemarinas.com) is a
Almanac continues to replicate these differences in italics when group of independent marinas in the UK and abroad. Many
alternative information can be found. hold Blue Flags and 4–5 Gold Anchor Awards; it is a condition
SHELTER describes how protected a harbour is from wind, of membership that they are well-equipped and maintain
sea, surge and swell. It warns of any access difficulties and high standards. They operate a discounted reciprocal
advises on safe berths and anchorages. berthing scheme and are shown by the symbol b.
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Distance tables
9.0.4 ENVIRONMENTAL GUIDANCE pump-out facilities (J) are shown in the text.
• You must comply with regulations for navigation and • Avoid discharging ‘grey’ water into a marina, anchorage or
conduct in Marine Nature Reserves, Marine Conservation moorings area. Note any harbour/marina regulations.
Zones (MCZ), National Water Parks etc. • Deposit used engine oil and oily waste ashore at a
• In principle, avoid ditching rubbish at sea; keep it on recognised facility.
board then dispose of it in shoreside refuse bins. • Do not allow an automatic bilge pump to discharge oily
• Readily degradable foodstuffs may be ditched at sea bilge water overboard.
when more than 3 miles offshore (more than 12 miles in • Dispose of toxic waste (antifoulings, old batteries etc) at
the English Channel). an approved disposal facility.
• Other foodstuffs and materials which are not readily • Minimise noise, wash and disturbance.
degradable should never be thrown overboard. • Respect wild birds, plants, fish and marine animals. Avoid
• Only flush the heads overboard when well offshore; do protected nesting sites and breeding colonies.
not discharge holding tanks until at least 3 miles off. • Do not anchor or dry out on vulnerable seabed species,
Many countries now require holding tanks to be fitted, eg soft corals and eel grass.
9.0.5 DISTANCES (M) ACROSS THE ENGLISH CHANNEL
England
Plymouth bkwtr
Littlehampton
Needles Lt Ho
Poole Hbr Ent
Eastbourne
Weymouth
Dartmouth
Folkestone
Nab Tower
Newhaven
Shoreham
Longships
Ramsgate
Salcombe
Falmouth
Exmouth
Brighton
Torbay
Fowey
Dover
France/CI
Le Conquet 114 118 134 142 139 152 158 168 181 199 203 236 256 260 264 269 281 313 318 342
L’Aberwrac’h 101 103 114 120 122 133 142 151 171 191 197 215 236 246 247 248 258 297 301 327
Roscoff 110 97 101 97 91 100 107 117 130 144 149 165 184 193 197 200 211 246 252 298
Trébeurden 118 105 107 100 95 103 110 122 128 148 148 168 186 197 201 206 218 257 262 288
Tréguier 131 114 112 102 93 99 104 114 118 132 136 153 170 182 187 192 211 252 253 277
Lézardrieux 139 124 119 107 97 102 105 115 117 129 133 150 167 179 184 189 208 249 250 274
St Quay-Portrieux 151 134 128 120 109 114 115 123 128 133 136 151 174 180 185 188 200 238 242 270
St Cast Le Guildo 164 145 139 127 114 117 120 128 124 129 132 147 170 177 181 184 198 234 239 264
St Malo 172 152 145 132 118 121 124 132 125 130 133 148 170 176 182 185 195 235 240 264
St Helier 156 133 124 110 95 97 100 109 103 108 110 125 145 155 160 163 175 211 218 241
St Peter Port 140 115 105 89 75 71 73 81 81 87 90 105 126 135 139 142 155 190 196 227
Braye (Alderney) 149 129 107 90 74 72 71 74 63 68 71 86 108 115 120 123 135 173 178 202
Cherbourg 173 144 130 111 98 94 93 95 67 64 63 72 89 99 102 107 120 153 158 185
St Vaast 194 165 151 134 119 117 119 127 86 78 72 69 84 91 94 97 104 140 147 178
Ouistreham 231 203 190 173 158 155 159 164 121 111 100 88 93 94 94 93 96 132 133 160
Deauville 238 210 198 181 164 163 160 160 127 114 103 89 90 89 87 87 89 124 126 152
Le Havre 239 210 197 180 164 162 165 159 125 112 98 84 84 83 82 82 83 119 120 146
Fécamp 246 218 206 188 173 169 165 164 127 111 98 81 72 69 66 63 63 98 98 122
Dieppe 273 245 231 214 200 194 191 189 151 133 121 97 86 76 72 67 62 78 80 100
Boulogne 294 264 247 231 216 204 202 199 161 143 132 101 86 77 73 65 54 28 28 51
Calais 307 276 261 244 229 218 214 211 174 155 143 114 99 91 86 78 64 29 24 30
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NOTES ON DISTANCE TABLES 9.0.5–9.0.8

Approximate distances in nautical miles are by the most direct Skippers are reminded of the need to consult up to date
practicable route, taking into account the requirement to official charts, navigational publications and weather forecasts
cross Traffic Separation Schemes (or the recommendation to to choose a ground track that avoids dangers (especially lee
cross main shipping lanes) on a heading at right angles to shores), adding a margin of safety that is appropriate for the
the general direction of traffic flow. They do not take into conditions likely to be expected during the voyage.
account any diversions to avoid exclusion zones around oil
or gas installations.
9.0.6 DISTANCES (M) ACROSS THE IRISH SEA
Scotland
Port St Mary (IOM)

Mull of Galloway
England
Pt of Ayre (IOM)
Port Ellen (Islay)
Milford Haven
Campbeltown
Wales
Kirkcudbright
Portpatrick
Fleetwood
Portishead
Ilfracombe
Longships
Fishguard
Holyhead
Maryport
Liverpool
Swansea
Padstow
Pwllheli
Troon
Ireland
Tory Island 75 107 132 119 134 170 185 215 156 167 238 207 260 279 307 360 405 372 372 399
Malin Head 45 76 101 88 103 139 154 184 125 136 207 176 229 248 276 329 374 341 341 368
Lough Foyle 33 61 86 73 88 124 139 169 110 121 192 161 214 233 261 314 359 320 326 353
Portrush 31 50 76 64 80 116 131 161 102 113 184 153 206 225 253 306 351 308 318 345
Carnlough 42 35 57 32 45 81 96 126 67 78 149 115 168 187 215 268 313 265 280 307
Larne 51 39 58 24 37 72 88 118 58 70 141 106 159 178 206 259 304 254 271 298
Belfast Lough 64 48 65 26 34 69 85 115 55 66 138 101 154 173 201 254 299 249 266 293
Bangor 63 48 64 22 30 65 81 111 51 62 134 97 150 169 197 250 295 245 262 289
Strangford Loch 89 72 84 36 30 63 76 97 41 37 107 69 121 141 167 219 264 214 231 258
Carlingford Loch 117 100 112 64 60 90 103 112 70 51 118 67 111 124 149 202 247 197 214 241
Dun Laoghaire 153 136 148 100 93 119 126 120 93 69 119 56 82 94 109 162 207 157 174 201
Wicklow 170 153 165 117 108 133 140 127 108 83 123 56 67 71 90 143 188 138 155 182
Arklow 182 165 177 129 120 144 149 133 117 93 131 64 71 65 79 132 178 128 144 167
Rosslare 215 202 208 161 154 179 180 164 152 125 156 90 83 55 58 109 156 110 119 137
Tuskar Rock 216 203 209 162 155 179 182 165 152 126 152 91 82 48 51 105 149 103 112 130
Dunmore East 250 237 243 196 189 213 216 199 186 160 189 127 116 79 76 130 176 124 127 136
Youghal 281 268 274 227 220 244 247 230 217 191 220 158 147 110 103 156 199 148 139 138
Cork Harbour 300 287 293 246 239 263 266 249 236 210 239 177 166 131 118 170 215 163 151 144
Baltimore 346 333 339 292 285 309 312 295 282 256 285 223 212 172 160 209 253 198 178 161
Fastnet Rock 354 341 347 300 293 317 320 303 290 264 293 231 220 181 169 216 259 207 185 170
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Distance tables
9.0.7 DISTANCES (M) ACROSS THE NORTH SEA
Norway
Willhelmshaven
to
Scheveningen
Roompotsluis
Bremerhaven
France
Nieuwpoort
Brunsbüttel
Den Helder
Dunkerque
Zeebrugge
Helgoland
Stavanger
Vlissingen
Lindesnes
Oostende
Sylt (List)
IJmuiden
Skagen
Esjberg
Bergen
Delfzijl
UK
Lerwick 210 226 288 403 428 442 517 470 510 500 493 486 497 505 551 550 552 555 562 588
Kirkwall 278 275 323 438 439 452 516 467 507 497 481 460 473 481 515 514 516 519 526 545
Wick 292 283 323 437 428 440 498 449 489 479 458 433 444 451 485 484 486 489 496 514
Inverness 356 339 381 485 461 462 529 479 519 509 487 460 471 478 513 512 514 517 524 542
Fraserburgh 288 266 296 410 383 384 451 404 444 434 412 385 396 403 430 429 431 434 441 456
Aberdeen 308 279 298 411 371 378 433 382 432 412 386 353 363 369 401 400 402 405 412 426
Dundee 362 329 339 451 394 401 448 396 436 426 395 352 359 364 390 389 385 388 395 412
Port Edgar 391 355 362 472 409 413 457 405 445 435 401 355 361 366 391 390 386 389 396 413
Berwick 374 325 320 431 356 361 408 355 395 385 355 310 315 320 342 341 337 340 347 364
Hartlepool 409 353 340 440 340 331 367 312 352 342 302 241 243 247 266 265 261 264 271 288
Grimsby 463 395 362 452 324 318 342 291 332 325 288 187 182 185 199 198 190 191 201 198
Kings Lynn 485 416 379 466 330 333 343 292 344 336 283 184 183 183 197 195 187 188 198 195
Lowestoft 508 431 380 453 308 300 295 262 284 271 218 118 104 98 95 99 87 87 89 106
Harwich 540 461 410 483 330 331 320 287 309 296 243 147 126 114 94 100 84 77 80 80
Brightlingsea 558 479 428 501 348 349 338 305 327 314 261 165 144 105 108 106 92 88 86 87
Burnham/Crouch 567 488 437 510 357 358 347 314 336 323 270 174 151 112 109 115 99 92 93 95
London Bridge 620 543 490 560 400 408 395 361 382 374 320 222 199 149 153 149 134 125 126 114
Sheerness 580 503 450 520 360 367 353 319 340 334 280 180 157 109 113 109 94 85 86 74
Ramsgate 575 498 446 516 368 346 339 305 323 315 262 161 144 121 89 85 77 65 58 42
Dover 588 511 459 529 378 359 352 328 336 328 275 174 155 132 101 92 79 65 58 44
NOTES
This Table applies to Areas 3–7 and 14–17, each of which also contains its own internal Distance Table.
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9.0.8 DISTANCES (M) ACROSS THE BAY OF BISCAY

San Vicente de la B
N & NW
Cabo Machichaco
Spain
Cabo Finisterre
Ria de Ribadeo
Ria de Cedeira
Cabo Ortegal
Ria de Vivero
Fuenterrabía
Cabo Peñas
Camariñas
Santander
La Coruña
Sanxenxo
Vilagarcia
Zumaya
Bayona
Muros
Bilbao
Gijon
West France Vigo
Le Conquet 440 435 432 431 409 387 373 348 323 305 308 306 286 297 300 301 315 308 322 330
Lampaul (Ushant) 436 431 428 427 405 383 369 346 321 303 307 306 290 295 306 310 323 317 331 337
Camaret 444 439 436 435 413 391 377 352 327 309 309 306 287 302 300 304 316 308 322 329
Brest (Moulin B) 450 445 442 441 419 397 383 360 335 317 315 314 294 311 307 310 321 315 329 336
Douarnenez 441 436 433 432 410 388 374 350 325 307 309 307 287 295 300 302 316 308 323 329
Audierne 425 420 417 416 394 372 358 331 306 288 291 289 268 272 279 281 290 284 298 304
Port-la-Forêt 439 434 431 430 408 386 372 340 315 297 298 292 270 272 276 271 278 273 285 290
Lorient entrance 443 438 435 434 412 390 376 345 320 302 304 295 266 268 264 261 264 258 270 274
Belle Ile (Le Palais) 439 434 431 430 408 386 372 341 316 298 296 287 255 258 249 244 246 238 250 254
La Trinité 450 445 442 441 419 397 383 352 327 309 311 300 267 270 260 256 258 249 260 247
Piriac 453 448 445 444 422 400 386 353 328 310 311 301 266 265 255 246 246 239 248 252
Pornichet 455 450 447 446 424 402 388 355 330 312 309 298 262 264 249 242 239 229 242 247
L’Herbaudière 461 456 453 452 430 408 394 363 338 320 293 291 253 264 238 245 236 220 228 233
Sables d’Olonne 451 446 443 442 420 398 384 351 326 308 300 284 243 243 217 209 199 187 195 199
La Rochelle 469 464 461 460 438 416 402 363 338 320 311 293 248 249 216 208 193 179 187 192
Royan/Port-Médoc 460 455 452 451 429 407 493 353 328 310 307 287 237 236 198 191 172 158 166 146
Arcachon 470 465 462 461 439 417 403 337 312 294 289 266 214 207 167 150 115 121 112 90
Capbreton 430 425 422 421 399 377 363 323 298 280 272 245 191 186 131 117 78 59 45 23
Anglet/Bayonne 430 425 422 421 399 377 363 324 299 281 267 242 188 186 126 117 77 54 35 16
Hendaye 423 418 415 414 392 370 356 315 290 272 258 232 179 172 115 105 66 44 23 0·6
NOTES
1. This Table can be read in conjunction with those in West France (9.20.2, 9.21.2, 9.22.2) and North Spain (9.23.2).
2. Yachts leaving Ireland for Longships use 9.0.6, if applicable; then use 9.0.5 for distances across the English Channel.
3. Landes firing range in SE Biscay (see 9.22.26 and AC 1104) extends 106M S from Pte de la Négade to Capbreton and up
to 45M offshore. Distances are based on routes passing west of Landes range, except that from Royan/Port-Médoc* and
Arcachon* the distances to Fuenterrabía and Zumaya are by the inshore route E of the range.
If this route is not available, add 25M to the tabulated distance from Royan/Port-Médoc to Fuenterrabía; add nil for Zumaya.
From Arcachon add 44M and 16M to Fuenterrabia and Zumaya respectively, using the 8M wide, safe corridor extending
270°/39M from ATT-ARC buoy through the range. This corridor is also used in calculating distances from Arcachon to all
headlands and destinations west of Zumaya.
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9.1.1 Contents ....................................................................................................................... 137

9.1.2 Area map ....................................................................................................................... 138
9.1.3 Tidal stream charts ..................................................................................................... 140
9.1.4 Lights, buoys and waypoints .................................................................................. 142
9.1.5 Passage information ................................................................................................... 144
Isles of Scilly • Land’s End • Land’s End to Falmouth • Falmouth to Plymouth
• Plymouth to Start Point • Start Point to Teignmouth • Lyme Bay • Crossing the
English Channel (western part) • Portland Race • Portland Bill to Anvil Point
9.1.6 Isles of Scilly ................................................................................................................ 148
9.1.7 St Mary’s (Scilly) .......................................................................................................... 149
9.1.8 Newlyn .......................................................................................................................... 150
Mousehole
9.1.9 Penzance ........................................................................................................................ 150
St Michael’s Mount • Porthleven • Mullion Cove
9.1.10 Helford River ............................................................................................................... 151
9.1.11 Falmouth & River Fal, Standard Port, tide tables/curves ................................... 152
Cadgwith • Coverack
9.1.12 Mevagissey ................................................................................................................... 158
Portscatho • Gorran Haven • Portmellon • Polkerris •
Dodman Pt gunnery range • Charlestown • Par
9.1.13 Fowey ............................................................................................................................ 159
9.1.14 Polperro ......................................................................................................................... 160
9.1.15 Looe ................................................................................................................................ 160
9.1.16 Plymouth (Devonport), tide tables/curves ........................................................... 161
9.1.17 Naval exercise areas .................................................................................................. 167
River Lynher • River Tamar
9.1.18 River Yealm .................................................................................................................. 168
River Erme • River Avon • Hope Cove
9.1.19 Salcombe ....................................................................................................................... 169
Kingsbridge
9.1.20 Dartmouth, tide tables/curves ................................................................................ 170
Dittisham • Totnes
9.1.21 Brixham ......................................................................................................................... 175
Paignton
9.1.22 Torquay ......................................................................................................................... 176
9.1.23 Teignmouth ................................................................................................................... 176
9.1.24 River Exe ....................................................................................................................... 177
Beer • Axmouth
9.1.25 Lyme Regis ................................................................................................................... 180
9.1.26 West Bay (Bridport) .................................................................................................... 180
9.1.27 Portland tide tables/curvestidal stream chartlets .............................................. 181
9.1.28 Portland Harbour ........................................................................................................ 186
9.1.29 Weymouth ................................................................................................................... 188
9.1.30 Lulworth ranges ......................................................................................................... 189
Church Ope Cove • Ringstead Bay • Durdle Door • Lulworth Cove •
Worbarrow Bay • Chapman’s Pool
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Area map
GI: Traffic Separation: Scilly, West of

30'
10' 50' 40' 30' 20' 10' 6°W 50' 40'
Longships
Seven
Stones ITZ
50°N Round I 20'

SCILLY 9.1.6 ITZ Wolf Rock
ST MARY'S 9.1.7
ITZ C
Penzance
Off Land’s Bull Point
Bishop Rock End TSS
West of 10'
50' Scilly TSS ITZ
Magnetic
Variation
1·7°W
Hartland Point
51°N
40' South of
Scilly TSS
9.1.2
50'
South West England
Harbour with full almanac entry
Minor harbour or anchorage
Major light 40'
C NCI station
Ferry route
Airport
Trevose
Head
30'
NOTE: The coast NE from
Land’s End is shown in R. Tamar
FOWEY 9.1.13
9.11.2 RIVER YEALM
Lostwithiel R. Lynher
9.1.18
LOOE 9.1.15
Magnetic Par 20'
Charlestown C Whitsand
Variation C
Bay C
R. Erme
Gribbin POLPERRO Rame
1·4°W MEVAGISSEY 9.1.12 9.1.14
Head Hd Bigbury Bay
Truro Portmellon
Godrevy I. Gorran Haven
Dodman Pt PLYMOUTH
9.1.16
RIVER FAL 9.1.11 Eddystone 10'
Pendeen Porthscatho
PENZANCE C
NEWLYN 9.1.8 9.1.9 St Michael’s Mount St Anthony Hd Hope Cove
Roscoff
r
nde
C
Mousehole HELFORD RIVER 9.1.10
nta
Porthleven
Sa
Longships Coverack
C
Tater-du Mullion Cove NAVAL EXERCISE 50°N
Isles of Scilly AREAS 9.1.17
Cadgwith
C Magnetic
Lizard Variation
0·8°W
50'
40' 30' 20' 10' 5°W 50' 40' 30' 20' 10' 4°W
138
GI: Traffi
1 c Separation: Casquets,
Longships 1 off DISTANCE TABLE
30'
2 Scilly (Crow Sd) 22 2 Approximate distances in nautical miles are by
the most direct route while avoiding dangers and
3 Newlyn 14 34 3
SW England
allowing for TSS. Places in italics are in adjoining
4 Penzance 15 35 1 4 areas; places in bold are in 9.0.5, Cross-Channel
Distances. See also 9.2.2.
5 Lizard Point 23 42 16 16 5
6 Helford River 36 57 29 29 13 6
20'
7 Falmouth 39 60 32 32 16 3 7
8 Mevagissey 52 69 46 46 28 19 17 8
9 Fowey 57 76 49 49 34 24 22 7 9
10 Looe 63 80 57 57 39 31 29 16 11 10
11 Plymouth Bkwtr 70 92 64 64 49 41 39 25 22 11 11
12 R Yealm (ent) 72 94 66 66 51 43 41 27 24 13 4 12 10'
13 Salcombe 81 102 74 74 59 52 50 40 36 29 22 19 13
14 Start Point 86 103 80 80 63 57 55 45 40 33 24 21 7 14
15 Dartmouth 95 116 88 88 72 65 63 54 48 42 35 32 14 9 15
16 Torbay 101 118 96 96 78 72 70 62 55 50 39 36 24 15 11 16
17 Teignmouth 109 126 104 104 86 80 78 70 63 58 47 44 32 23 19 8 17 51°N
18 Exmouth 113 131 107 107 90 84 82 73 67 61 51 48 33 27 24 12 6 18
19 Lyme Regis 126 144 120 120 104 98 96 86 81 74 63 60 48 41 35 30 25 20 19
20 West Bay 130 148 124 124 108 102 100 90 86 78 67 64 52 45 39 34 30 25 7 20
21 Portland Bill 135 151 128 128 112 106 104 93 89 81 73 70 55 49 45 42 39 36 22 17 21
22 Weymouth 143 159 136 136 120 114 112 111 97 89 81 79 63 57 53 50 47 44 30 25 8 22
23 St Alban's Hd 151 167 144 144 128 122 120 109 105 97 89 86 71 65 61 58 55 52 38 33 16 21 23 50'
LYME REGIS 9.1.25

Beer/Axmouth Poole
Exeter WEST BAY 9.1.26
Topsham 40'
C
Lyme Bay
RIVER EXE 9.1.24 Worbarrow Bay
Exmouth WEYMOUTH 9.1.29 Chapman's
C
Straight Pt. Lulworth Cove Pool
PORTLAND Anvil
TEIGNMOUTH 9.1.23 St Alban's Hd C
HARBOUR 9.1.28 Point
C Portland Bill LULWORTH
C 30'
Portland RANGES
TORQUAY 9.1.22 Race 9.1.30
Paignton C
Falmouth MRCC
Totnes Tor Bay

JRCC
Dittisham BRIXHAM 9.1.21 See 9.2.2

DARTMOUTH C Magnetic 20'
9.1.20
Variation
Kingsbridge 0·3°W
Start Bay
C Start Point
Bolt Prawle 10'
Head Point
Islands
SALCOMBE 9.1.19
Channel
SS
50°N
TS T
QUE
EMERGENCY 999 CAS N ZON
E E. Channel
RATIO
HMCG NATIONAL – 02392 552100 SEPA
Channel
HMCG FALMOUTH – 01326 317575
HM CUSTOMS – 0845 010 9000
POLICE – 101 MEDICAL – 111 50'
f fic
re Tra
50' 40' 30' 20' 10' 3°W 50' 40' InshoZone 10' 2°W
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Tidal streams
9.1.3 AREA 1 TIDAL STREAMS

6° 5° 4° 3°W 6° 5° 4° 3°W
Milford Haven Milford Haven
Swansea Swansea
SLACK 03
0
9
,1
03,06 ,06
,0
Cardiff 07,1 01,02 Cardiff
05
5
,06
05
Avonmouth Avonmouth
,07
03
06,11 06,12 03,06 06,11 02,04
05,10 06,13 04
07,12
6
03
02,04
,0
,0
03
,0 Watchet 01,03 Watchet
6
06
02
, Barnstaple ,14 Barnstaple

51° 03 HW-5 51° 07 HW-4
6
01,03
,0
4
03
Por SLACK Por

,0
Exmouth tla Exmouth tla

02
d n n d
07 07 04,08
03, ,15
,07
4
, 0 9
,0
,03 ,06 ,0
3 04
04
02
02 03 12,24
01 Devonport Devonport
Bann Sh. 07,15 Bann Sh. 0
02,05 10,2
03
3
02,0 05,10
,06
Falmouth 07,14 Falmouth
5
3
1
7,1
,1
Seven Stones 5,1 06 Seven Stones
04,1 ,06 0 5
50° 05 04,1 0 ,15 50° 1 03 ,2
0 07 12
05
Scilly Is. ,1 Scilly Is.
04, 1 10,20 06,12
,10
05
07 06,11 ,28 03 ,06
15
,10 08
04,
5 4
03,
03,0 08,
1 25 02,04 ,16 ,2
03,0 05,09 11, 11
02
6 08
08
8 04,09
,0
Guernsey Guernsey
4
23
16 10, 02,0
,05
05
04,10
06,12 05,10 07,
13 07, 4 03
,10
04,10
Roches Douvres 8 Roches Douvres
04,1
1
0 3,0
5 Hours before HW Dover (0040 after HW Plymouth) 4 Hours before HW Dover (0140 after HW Plymouth)

06,12 Swansea 07,15 Swansea
03,05
04
04,
10,22 ,09 Cardiff

10,22 07,15 Cardiff
08
,32
Avonmouth Avonmouth
SLACK
06,14 11,21 ,27 08,18 15,29 14,29 17
03,0 14
17,37 03,07 21,46 15,27
7 10,18
,10 SLACK 13
05 Watchet 06, 0 Watchet
,29 ,3
13 Barnstaple
14 Barnstaple
51° HW-3 51° HW-2
,10
Por 05 Por
Exmouth tla Exmouth tla
d n 0 nd
0
03,07 9,17 03,06 7,1
5
,06
4
,1
8 14,2
0
2
8
,0
,02
1 , 0
,1
,1
05
,0
03
06,1 18,37 0 4 8
06
02
06
05
04
Devonport Devonport
01
08,1
03,
Bann Sh. Bann Sh. 7

10,20 SLACK
02
Falmouth 01, 02,0 Falmouth
,06 0
4 5
03 ,1
Seven Stones ,1 Seven Stones
05 08,16
04,0 SLACK 07
3
50° 10,20 50°

,0
,10
9
10
,10
Scilly Is. 02, Scilly Is.
02
4 SLACK
03 05 02,0
05
05,
1
02 39 ,3
01, 21, 16
11
7
3
0
,0
,07
,1
,11
11
07,1
,2
,05
,3
SLACK
,1
1
04
05
,1
5
06 Guernsey
13
05,
05
04
05
Guernsey
,08 03
08
,09
8 04 ,12 ,11 ,1
1
4,
0 01,03 07 06
,1
04
,10 9
06
0
04
07
Roches Douvres ,15 Roches Douvres
3 Hours before HW Dover (0240 after HW Plymouth) 2 Hours before HW Dover (0340 after HW Plymouth)

Swansea 01 Swansea
5
,0
01,02 03,06 07 10 ,03 03

04,
03
09,19 ,14 Cardiff ,07 Cardiff

,27
Avonmouth Avonmouth
07,15 15,28 14 05,
11 10,19 13,2 ,21
15,32 11
12,25 5
6
3,06
,0
18,39
0 ,12 16,30 09 14,25
03
,
05 Watchet 04 Watchet
,27 ,18
13
Barnstaple
08 Barnstaple
51°
,1
2 HW-1 51° HW
0
06 ,08
,1
,09
05
03 Por
tla
03 Por
tla
Exmouth 01 04 n d Exmouth d n
3
01 0
,02 ,0
8 02,0 01,02
3 ,01 2,04 ,11
,02
,1 ,11 08 03
8
06 ,
06 , ,07
,0
05 ,12 05 0 1 02,05
05
01
05
Devonport
05 03 Devonport
2
Bann Sh. ,10 Bann Sh.
02,04 01,0
01,02 ,13 ,0
6
Falmouth 03,0 3 06 Falmouth 06,12 03
9
8 7 01,0
,0
Seven Stones ,0 Seven Stones

04
04 ,0 7 5
50° Scilly Is. 01,02 04
50° 02,06 03,0
SLACK Scilly Is.
,20
1
9
1 04,09 10,2
4
,0
10 04,08
5,1 06,11
0
6
,1
03,0
,2
04
07
0
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1 Hour after HW Dover (0545 before HW Plymouth) 2 Hours after HW Dover (0445 before HW Plymouth)

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5 Hours after HW Dover (0145 before HW Plymouth) 6 Hours after HW Dover (0045 before HW Plymouth)
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Lights, buoys and waypoints Plot waypoints on chart before use
9.1.4 LIGHTS, BUOYS AND WAYPOINTS St Mawes t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 50°09’·10N 05°01’·42W.
Bold print = light with a nominal range of 15M or more. CAPITALS The Governor v VQ (3) 5s; 50°09’·15N 05°02’·40W.
= place or feature. CAPITAL ITALICS = light-vessel, light float or West Narrows 0 Fl (2) R 10s; 50°09’·39N 05°02’·07W.
Lanby. Italics = Fog signal. Bold italics = Racon. Many marks/ East Narrows : Fl (2) G 10s; 50°09’·43N 05°01’·90W.
buoys are fitted with AIS, MMSI No; see relevant charts. The Vilt : Fl (4) G 15s; 50°09’·99N 05°02’·28W.
Northbank 0 Fl R 4s; 50°10’·34N 05°02’·26W.
ISLES OF SCILLY TO LAND’S END St Just 0 QR; 50°10’·44N 05°01’·72W.
Bishop Rock £ Fl (2) 15s 44m 20M; part obsc 204°-211°, obsc Mylor appr chan : Fl G 6s; 50°10’·79N 05°02’·70W. 0 Fl R 5s.
211°-233° and 236°-259°; Gy | twr with helo platform; Racon Messack : Fl G 15s; 50°11’·31N 05°02’·22W.
T, 18M, 254°-215°; 49°52’·37N 06°26’·74W; 992351137. Carrick : Fl (2) G 10s; 50°11’·59N 05°02’·74W.
Round Rk o 49°53’·10N 06°25’·19W. Pill : Fl (3) G 15s; 50°12’·05N 05°02’·40W.
Old Wreck p VQ; 49°54’·26N 06°22’·81W. Turnaware Bar : Fl G 5s; 50°12’·40N 05°02’·15W.
Dock Basin Dir ° 266°: WRG 2s 15m, 10M; 258°-Iso G-226°-Al WG-
ST AGNES and ST MARY’S
264°-Iso W-268°-Al WR-270°-Iso R-274°; 50°09’·38N 05°03’·29W.
Peninnis Hd ° Fl 20s 36m 9M; 231°-117° but part obsc 048°-083°
within 5M; W | twr on B frame, B cupola; 49°54’·28N 06°18’·21W. N Arm ° QR 5m 3M; 50°09’·42N 05°03’·20W.
Gugh . Fl (5) Y 20s; 49°53’·52N 06°18’·73W. Inner Hbr Dir ° 233°: WRG 3s 5m, 9M; 226°-Iso G-231°-Iso
Spanish Ledge v Q (3) 10s; Bell; 49°53’·94N 06°18’·86W. W-236°-Iso R-241°; 50°09’·20N 05°03’·94W.
Woolpack á Fl G 5s; 49°54’·40N 06°19’·37W. Falmouth Haven Marina ° 2 FR (vert); 50°09’·27N 05°03’·91W.
Bartholomew Ledges É QR 12m; 49°54’·37N 06°19’·89W. Falmouth Marina Å VQ (3) 5s; 50°09’·91N 05°04’·99W.
N Bartholomew 0 Fl R 5s; 49°54’·49N 06°19’·99W. DODMAN POINT and MEVAGISSEY
Bacon Ledge 4 Fl (4) R 5s; 49°55’·22N 06°19’·26W. Naval gunnery targets SSE of Dodman Point:
Ldg lts 097·3°: Front, Iso RW (vert) 2s; W j, 49°55’·12N ‘A’ . Fl Y 10s; 50°08’·53N 04°46’·37W.
06°18’·50W. Rear, Oc WR (vert) 10s; Or X on W bcn. ‘B’ . Fl Y 5s; 50°10’·30N 04°45’·00W.
Crow Rock x Fl (2) 10s; 49°56’·26N 06°18’·49W. ‘C’ . Fl Y 2s; 50°10’·40N 04°47’·51W.
Hats t VQ (6) + L Fl 10s; 49°56’·21N 06°17’·14W. Gwineas v Q (3) 10s; Bell; 50°14’·48N 04°45’·40W.
AROUND TRESCO, BRYHER and ST MARTIN’S Mevagissey, Victoria Pier ° Fl (2) 10s 9m 12M; Dia 30s;
Tresco Flats, Hulman á Fl G 4s, 49°56’·29N 06°20’·30W. 50°16’·15N 04°46’·92W.
Little Rag Ledge É Fl (2) R 5s, 49°56’·44N 06°20’·43W. FOWEY
Bryher, Bar Å Q (3) 10s, 49°57’·37N 06°20’·84W. Cannis Rock t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; Bell; 50°18’·45N 04°39’·88W.
Bryher, Church Quay Å Q (3) 10s, 49°57’·18N 06°20’·97W. Fowey ° L Fl WR 5s 28m W11M, R9M; 284°-R-295°-W-028°-R-
Spencers Ledge t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 49°54’·78N 06°22’·06W. 054°; W 8-sided twr, R lantern; 50°19’·63N 04°38’·83W.
Steeple Rock r Q (9) 15s; 49°55’·46N 06°24’·24W. St Catherine’s Pt ° Fl R 2·5s 15m 2M; vis 150°-295°; 50°19’·69N
Round Island £ Fl 10s 55m 18M, also shown in reduced vis; 04°38’·66W.
021°-288°; W | twr; Horn (4) 60s; 49°58’·74N 06°19’·39W. Lamp Rock á Fl G 5s 3m 2M; vis 357°-214°; 50°19’·70N 04°38’·41W.
St Martin’s, Higher Town quay ° Fl R 5s, 49°57’·45N 06°16’·84W. Whitehouse Pt ° Iso WRG 3s 11m W11M, R/G8M; 017°-G-022°-
SCILLY to LAND’S END W-032°-R-037°; R col; 50°19’·98N 04°38’·28W.
Seven Stones Lt V ç Fl (3) 30s 12m 15M; R hull; Horn (3) 60s; POLPERRO, LOOE, EDDYSTONE and WHITSAND BAY
Racon O, 15M; 50°03’·63N 06°04’·32W; 992351023. Udder Rock t VQ (6) + L Fl 10s; Bell; 50°18’·93N 04°33’·85W.
Wolf Rock £ Fl 15s 34m 16M; H24; Horn 30s; Racon T, 10M; POLPERRO, W pier ° FW 4m 4M; FR when hbr closed in bad
49°56’·72N 05°48’·55W; 992351128. weather; 50°19’·86N 04°30’·96W.
Longships £ Fl (2) WR 10s 35m W15M, R11M; 189°-R-327°-W- Spy House Pt ° Iso WR 6s 30m 7M; W288°-060°, R060°-288°;
189°; also shown in reduced vis; Gy | twr with helicopter 50°19’·81N 04°30’·69W.
platform; Horn 10s; 50°04’·01N 05°44’·81W. LOOE, Ranneys t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 50°19’·85N 04°26’·37W.
Carn Base r Q (9) 15s; 50°01’·48N 05°46’·18W. Mid Main Å Q (3) 10s 2M; 50°20’·56N 04°26’·94W.
Runnel Stone t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; Bell; 50°01’·18N 05°40’·36W. Banjo Pier £ Oc WR 3s 8m W15M, R12M; 207°-R267°- W-313°-
R-332°; 50°21’·06N 04°27’·06W.
LAND’S END TO PLYMOUTH White Rock ° Fl R 3s 5m 2M; 50°21’·03N 04°27’·09W.
Tater-du ° Fl (3) 15s 34m 12M; 241°-072°; W | twr. FR 31m 9M, Eddystone £ Fl (2) 10s 41m 17M. Same twr, Iso R 10s 28m 8M;
060°-072° over Runnel Stone; 50°03’·14N 05°34’·67W. vis 110°-133° over Hand Deeps; Gy twr, helicopter platform;
NEWLYN Horn 30s; Racon T, 10M; 50°10’·84N 04°15’·94W; 992351125.
Low Lee v Q (3) 10s; 50°05’·56N 05°31’·38W. Hand Deeps r Q (9) 15s; 50°12’·68N 04°21’·10W.
S Pier ° Fl 5s 10m 9M; W | twr; 253°-336°; 50°06'·18N 05°32'·57W. PLYMOUTH
N Pier ° F WG 4m 2M; 238°-G-248°, 50°06’·18N 05°32’·62W.
PLYMOUTH SOUND, WESTERN CHANNEL
PENZANCE Draystone 0 Fl (2) R 5s; 50°18’·85N 04°11’·07W.
S Pier £ Fl WR 5s 11m W17M, R12M; 159°-R (unintens)-224°- Knap : Fl G 5s; 50°19’·56N 04°10’·02W.
R-268°-W-344·5°-R-shore; 50°07’·06N 05°31’·68W. Plymouth bkwtr W head, ° Fl WR 10s 19m W12M, R9M; 262°-
Mountamopus t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 50°04’·62N 05°26’·25W. W-208°-R-262°; W | twr. Horn 15s; 50°20’·07N 04°09’·52W.
Lizard £ Fl 3s 70m 26M; 250°-120°, partly visible 235°-250°; Maker ° Fl (2) WRG 10s 29m, W11M, R/G6M; 270°-G330°-
W 8-sided twr; Horn 30s; 49°57’·61N 05°12’·13W. W-004°-R-050°; W twr, R stripe; 50°20’·51N 04°10’·87W.
Manacle v Q (3) 10s; Bell; 50°02’·81N 05°01’·91W. Queens Ground 0 Fl (2) R 10s; 50°20’·29N 04°10’·08W.
New Ground 0 Fl R 2s; 50°20’·47N 04°09’·43W.
FALMOUTH
St Anthony Head £ Iso WR 15s 22m, W16M, R14M, H24; 295°- Melampus 0 Fl R 4s; 50°21’·15N 04°08’·72W.
W-004°-R (over Manacles)-022°-W-172°; W 8-sided twr; Horn PLYMOUTH SOUND, EASTERN CHANNEL
30s; 50°08’·46N 05°00’·96W. Wembury Pt ° Oc Y 10s 45m; occas; 50°19’·01N 04°06’·63W.
Black Rock w Fl(2) 10s 3M; IDM B bn; 50°08’·72N 05°02’·00W. West Tinker r VQ (9) 10s; 50°19’·25N 04°08’·64W.
Black Rock 0 Fl R 2·5s; 50°08’·68N 05°01’·74W. East Tinker v Q (3) 10s; 50°19’·20N 04°08’·30W.
Castle : Fl G 2·5s; 50°08’·99N 05°01’·62W. Whidbey Õ Oc (2) WRG 10s 29m, W8M, R/G6M, H24; 000°-G-137-
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Plot waypoints on chart before use
·5°-W-139·5°-R-159°; Or and W col; 50°19’·53N 04°07’·27W. Mewstone å VQ (6) + L Fl 10s; 50°19’·92N 03°31’·89W.
The Breakwater, E head J L Fl WR 10s 9m W8M, R6M; 190°-R- West Rock å Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 50°19’·86N 03°32’·47W.
353°-W-001°-R-018°-W-190°; 50°20’·01N 04°08’·24W. Homestone 0 QR; 50°19’·61N 03°33’·55W.
Staddon Pt Õ Oc WRG 10s 15m W8M, R/G5M; H24. 348°-G-038°- Castle Ledge > Fl G 5s; 50°19’·99N 03°33’·11W.
SW England
W-050°-R-090°; W structure, R bands; 50°20’·17N 04°07’·54W. Checkstone 0 Fl (2) R 5s; 50°20’·45N 03°33’·81W.
Withyhedge Dir ° 070° (for W Chan): WRG 13m W13M, R/G5M; Dir ° 104·5°: F WRG 5m 9M; vis 090°-G-102°-W-107°-R-115°;
H24; 060°-FG-065°-Al WG (W phase inc with brg) -069°-FW-071°- 50°20’·65N 03°33’·80W.
Al WR (R phase inc with brg)-075°-F R-080°; W l, orange stripe on
col. Same col, Fl (2) Bu 5s; vis 120°-160°; 50°20'·75N 04°07'·44W. BRIXHAM
Berry Head £ Fl (2) 15s 58m 18M; vis 100°-023°; W twr; 50°23’·98N
SMEATON PASS (W of Mount Batten and S of The Hoe)
03°29’·01W. R lts on radio mast 5·7M NW, inland of Paignton.
Ldg lts 349°. Front, Mallard Shoal á Q WRG 5m W10M, R/G3M;
W j, Or bands; 233°-G-043°-R-067°-G-087°-W-099°-R-108°; Victoria bkwtr ° Oc R 15s 9m 6M; W twr; 50°24’·33N 03°30’·78W.
50°21'·60N 04°08'·33W. Fog Lt Fl 5s 232°-Fl W-110°. Rear mark: No 1 : Fl G; 50°24’·30N 03°30’·89W.
W Hoe Dir ° WRG 315·5° W13 R/G5M, 309°-FG-311°-Al WG No 2 0 Fl R; 50°24’·32N 03°30’·83W.
(W phase inc with brg)-314°-FW-317°-Al WR (R phase inc with PAIGNTON and TORQUAY
brg)-320°-FR-329°; H24; Or l; Fog Lt 232°-W-110°. 50°21'·81N : QG (May-Sep); 50°27’·42N 03°31’·80W, 85m off Haldon Pier.
04°08'·39W. Haldon Pier (E) ° QG 9m 6M; 50°27’·43N 03°31’·73W.
S Mallard t VQ (6) + L Fl 10s; 50°21’·51N 04°08’·30W. Princess Pier (W) ° QR 9m 6M; 50°27’·46N 03°31’·73W.
W Mallard : QG; 50°21’·57N 04°08’·36W.
S Winter t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 50°21’·40N 04°08’·55W. TEIGNMOUTH
NE Winter 0 QR; 50°21’·54N 04°08’·50W. Outfall 0 Fl Y 5s; 50°31’·97N 03°27’·77W, 288°/1·3M to hbr ent.
NW Winter r VQ (9) 10s; 50°21’·55N 04°08’·70W. Bar : Fl G 2s; 50°32’·44N 03°29’·25W.
ENTRANCE TO THE CATTEWATER Trng wall, middle Õ Oc R 6s 4m 3M; 50°32’·33N 03°29’·93W.
QAB (Queen Anne’s Battery) ldg lts ° 048·5°. Front, FR; Or/W The Point á Oc G 6s 3M & FG (vert); 50°32’·42N 03°30’·05W.
bcn; 50°21’·84N 04°07’·84W. Rear, Oc R 8s 14m 3M; 139m NE. RIVER EXE to SIDMOUTH and AXMOUTH
Fishers Nose ° Fl (3) R 10s 6m 4M; 50°21’·80N 04°08’·01W. Also F Bu Exe , Mo(A) 10s; 50°35’·86N 03°23’·79W.
£ 026·5° with F Bu 50°22'·00N 04°07'·86W, for Cobbler Chan. No 1 : 50°36’·03N 03°23’·77W.
DRAKE CHANNEL, THE BRIDGE and THE NARROWS No 2 0 50°36’·01N 03°23’·87W.
Ravenness Dir ° 225°: WRG 11m, W13M, R/G5M; vis 217°-FG- Exmouth Dir ° 305°: WRG 6m, 6M; 299°-Iso G-304°-Iso W-306°-
221°-Al WG-224° (W phase inc with brg)-FW-226°-Al WR-229° Iso R-311°; W col, 50°36’·99N 03°25’·34W.
(R phase inc with bearing)-FR-237°; H24; W l, Or stripe col; No 10 0 Fl R 3s; 50°36’·73N 03°24’·77W.
Fog Lt, 160°-FW-305°; 50°21’·14N 04°10’·07W. No 12 Warren Pt / 50°36’·91N 03°25’·41W.
Asia 0 Fl (2) R 5s; 50°21’·47N 04°08’·85W. Sidmouth ° Fl R 5s 5m 2M; 50°40’·48’N 03°14’·43W.
St Nicholas 0 QR; 50°21’·55N 04°09’·20W. Axmouth jetty ° Fl G 4s 7m 2M; 50°42’·12N 03°03’·29W.
N Drakes Is 0 Fl R 4s; 50°21’·52N 04°09’·38W.
E Vanguard : QG; 50°21’·47N 04°09’·70W. LYME REGIS
W Vanguard : Fl G 3s; 50°21’·49N 04°09’·98W. Outfall å Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 50°43’·17N 02°55’·66W.
Devils Point Õ QG 5m 3M; Fl 5s in fog; 50°21’·59N 04°10’·04W. Ldg lts 284°: Front, Victoria Pier ° Oc WR 8s 6m, W9M, R7M; 284°-
Battery 0 Fl R 2s; 50°21’·52N 04°10’·21W. R-104°-W-284°; Bu col; 50°43’·19N 02°56’·17W. Rear, FG 8m 9M.
The Bridge Channel WEST BAY (BRIDPORT)
No 1, á QG 4m; 50°21’·03N 04°09’·53W. No 2, É QR 4m. No 3, á Fl W pier root, Dir ° 336°: F WRG 5m 4M; 165°-G-331°-W-341°-
(3) G 10s 4m. No 4, É Fl (4) R 10s 4m; 50°21’·09N 04°09’·63W. R-165°; 50°42’·62N 02°45’·89W.
Mount Wise, Dir ° 343°: WRG 7m, W13M, R/G5M; 331°-FG-338° W pier outer limit ° Iso R 2s 5m 4M; 50°42’·51N 02°45’·83W.
Al WG (W phase inc with brg) 342°-FW-344°-Al WR (R phase E pier outer limit ° Iso G 2s 5m 4M; 50°42’·53N 02°45’·80W.
inc with bearing) 348°-FR-351°; H24; Fog Lt, 341·5°-FW-344·5°;
50°21’·96N 04°10’·33W. PORTLAND BILL TO ANVIL POINT
Ocean Court Dir ° Q WRG 15m, W11M, R/G3M; 010°-G-080°- Portland Bill lt ho £ Fl (4) 20s 43m 18M. vis 221°-141°. W | twr;
W-090°-R-100°; 50°21’·85N 04°10’·11W; 992351357. Dia 30s; 50°30’·85N 02°27’·38W. Same twr, FR 19m 13M; 265°-
PLYMOUTH TO START POINT 291° over Shambles.
W Shambles ä Q (9) 15s; Bell; 50°29’·78N 02°24’·41W.
RIVER YEALM
E Shambles é Q (3) 10s; Bell; 50°31’·26N 02°20’·08W.
Sand bar 0 Fl R 5s; 50°18’·59N 04°04’·12W.
SALCOMBE PORTLAND HARBOUR
Outer Bkwtr Fort Head (N end) ° QR 14m 5M; 013°-268°;
Sandhill Pt Dir ° 000°: Fl WRG 2s 27m W/R/G 8M; 337·5°-G-
50°35’·11N 02°24’·87W.
357·5°-W-002·5°-R-012·5°; R/W 2 on W mast, rear daymark;
NE Bkwtr (A Hd) ° Fl 2·5s 22m 10M; 50°35’·16N 02°25’·07W.
50°13'·77N 03°46'·67W. Front daymark, Pound Stone R/W Ç.
NE Bkwtr (B Hd) ° Oc R 15s 11m 5M; 50°35’·65N 02°25’·88W.
Bass Rk 0 Fl R 5s; 50°13’·47N 03°46’·71W.
N Arm (C Hd) ° Oc G 10s 11m 5M; 50°35’·78N 02°25’·95W.
Wolf Rk : Fl G 5s; 50°13’·53N 03°46’·58W.
Blackstone Rk Ã; 50°13’·61N 03°46’·51W. WEYMOUTH
Ldg lts 042·5°, front Fl 2s 5m 8M, 50°14’·53N 03°45’·31W; rear Fl Ldg lts 239·6°: both FR 5/7m 7M; Front 50°36’·46N 02°26’·87W, S
5s 45m 8M. Pier hd ° Q 10m 9M; 50°36’·58N 02°26’·49W. IPTS 190m SW.
Start Pt £ Fl (3) 10s 62m 18M; 184°-068°. Same twr: FR 55m 9M;
210°-255° over Skerries Bank; Horn 30s; 50°13’·34N 03°38’·54W. LULWORTH RANGE TO ANVIL POINT
Targets: DZ ‘A’ 0, Fl Y 2s, 50°33’·34N 02°06’·52W.
START POINT TO PORTLAND BILL off DZ ‘B’ 0, Fl Y 10s, 50°32’·11N 02°05’·92W.
DARTMOUTH St Alban’s Hd DZ ‘C’ 0, Fl Y 5s, 50°32’·76N 02°04’·56W.
Kingswear Dir ° 328°: Iso WRG 3s 9m 8M; 318°-G-325°-W-331°- Anvil Pt ° Fl 10s 45m 9M; vis 237°-076° (H24); W | twr and
R-340°; W | twr; 50°20'·81N 03°34'·09W. dwelling; 50°35'·51N 01°57'·60W. Measured mile close west.
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Passage information
9.1.5 PASSAGE INFORMATION ISLES OF SCILLY TO LAND’S END

The 48 islands lie 21-31M WSW of Land’s End, with many rocky
Admiralty Leisure Folios: 5602 Falmouth to Teignmouth, 5603
outcrops and offlying dangers; see AC 34, 883. Care is needed
Falmouth to Hartland Point, includes the Isles of Scilly. See 9.0.5
particularly in poor visibility. No one õ gives shelter from all
for distances. Bibliography: West Country Cruising Companion
winds and swell, so be ready to move at short notice. Follow
(Fernhurst/Fishwick); Channel Havens (ACN/Endean); Shell
the approach transits on AC 34 because the tidal streams are
Channel Pilot (Imray/Cunliffe); Admiralty NP27.
difficult to predict with accuracy. They run harder off Points
ISLES OF SCILLY and over rocks, where overfalls may occur.
Formed by 48 islands and numerous rocky outcrops, they The N/S lanes of the Land’s End TSS (AC 1148) are roughly
extend over an area 10M by 7M lying 21–31M WSW of Land’s defined by Seven Stones rocks to the W and Wolf Rock to the
End. St Mary’s, St Martin’s, Tresco, Bryher, St Agnes and Gugh SW. The Seven Stones (lt ship, fog sig, Racon, AIS) lie 16M
are inhabited. They are owned by the Duchy of Cornwall. W of Land’s End; many of them dry, with ledges in between.
Wolf Rock (lt ho, fog sig, Racon, AIS) 8M SSW of Land’s End,
HW-6 05
,1 HW PLYMOUTH 10
,21
is in contrast steep-to. Beware commercial vessels turning N
1
1
0 5,1 05,0
9 near Wolf Rock to enter the N-bound lane of the TSS; and
SLACK 07,
02
those leaving the S-bound lane.
04,08
02,
04
zBetween Scilly and Land’s End (AC 1148) streams are
01,0
08,
rotatory, clockwise, setting W from HW Dover; N from HW
2
02,05 17
05,1
0 +2; NE from HW +4; E from HW –6; SSE from HW –4; and SW
from HW –2. Sp rates are about 1kn. From Mounts Bay to
Scilly leave the Runnel Stone at HW Dover –2; a fair W-going
tide lasts for only 3 hrs, with cross tides setting SW then NW to
HW-5 HW+1
07,1
N. Consider arriving at dawn. For the return passage streams

11
03
,2
are a little less critical.y

,0
3
5
05,11
LAND’S END
08,13
3
,0
10
01
07 The peninsula (AC 1148, 1149, 777 and 2345) is always a

04,
,15
critical tidal gate and often a dangerous lee shore. There
are many inshore and offlying rocks but no ports of refuge.
The main features are: Gwennap Head, with Runnel Stone
buoy 1M to the S; Land’s End and Longships reef 1M to the
HW-4 HW+2 W; Cape Cornwall and The Brisons; Pendeen and The Wra.
08,16
Further E see Area 11.

07
10,19
,08
04,
05
Passage between Gwennap Head and the Runnel Stone

6
14,29
(0·5m; 7ca S) is not advised even in calm weather at HW,

08,1
03,06
1
,1
05
03,07
owing to rocks and uncharted wrecks closer inshore. These
dangers are in the R sectors of Longships and Tater-du lts.
From Gwennap Hd to Land’s End, 2M NW, rocks extend up
to 1½ca offshore, and depths are irregular causing a rough
seas in strong winds against the tide.
HW-3 HW+3
14
4 cables S of Land’s End, Armed Knight, a jagged 27m high

06,16
07,
rk, overlooks Longships. This extensive and dangerous reef

8
,1
3
,1
08
06
includes Carn Bras, on which the lt ho stands, and other rocky

22
17
10,
04,10 12 islets. About 5ca to the E and NE are Kettle’s Bottom 5m and
08,
05,
05,12 06,13 Shark’s Fin 0·9m; both isolated, dangerous drying rocks. The
½M wide passage between Land’s End and Kettle’s Bottom
is safe in calm, settled weather, but never at night. To clear
Kettle’s Bottom and Shark’s Fin, keep the Brisons High summit
just open W of Low summit brg 001°. In adverse weather
HW-2 HW+4
8
,0
navigate in the 3M wide ITZ, well West of Longships.

06
7
1 9 ,1
9, 06 zLocal streams exceed 4kn at Sp and are unpredictable.y
1
0
,1
06
,14
1M NNE of Land’s End, after rounding Cowloe Rks and Little

07
04,
08 07,15
Bo 3·4m and Bo Cowloe 6m, the transit 150° of two bns on
08,17
07,15 the cliffs E of Sennen Cove leads to an x in about 2m on the S
side of Whitesand Bay, only safe in fair weather and offshore
winds; avoid all underwater cables. Sennen ò twr (110m) is
conspic, almost on the 150° transit.
04,08
HW-1 06,11 HW+5 Cape Cornwall (conspic ruined chy) is about 3M further N.
08
,16
,1
7 It overlooks The Brisons, two rocky islets (27 and 22m, High
08
and Low summits) about 5ca to SW inside which there is no
8
02
,0
,04
04
safe passage. The Vyneck rock 1·8m is 3ca to the NW.

03,
07 05,12 ,15
07
08,17 04,10 3M NNE is Pendeen Head (lt ho) with the Wra (Three Stone
Oar), drying rocks, close N. Overfalls and a race extend up to
1½M W and SW of Pendeen; avoid except in calm weather
and at slack water. A conspic TV mast is 1.5M S of Pendeen.
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TIDAL STRATEGY FOR ROUNDING LAND’S END LAND’S END TO FALMOUTH

Tidal stream chartlets and notes are printed by kind permis- Close E of Gwennap ö off Porthcurno, (power cables AC 777).
sion of the Royal Cruising Club Pilotage Foundation, Yachting Western approach to Mounts Bay is marked by Tater-du Light.
SW England
Monthly magazine and the author Hugh Davies. The Bucks (3·3m) are 2ca ESE of Tater-du, and Gull Rock (24m)
is 9ca NE of E point of Lamorna Cove. Little Heaver (dries) is
zThe chartlets refer to HW Dover. Streams run hard around
100m SW of Gull Rk, and Kemyel Rock (dries) is 1¾ca ENE.
Land’s End, setting N/S and E/W. It is a tidal gate which favours
a N-bound passage – with careful timing nearly 9½hrs of fair Mousehole is a small drying harbour, sheltered from W and N,
tide can be carried, from HWD –3 to HWD +5. Use currents but exposed to E or S winds, when entrance may be shut.
Approach from SW side of St Clement’s Is. In W winds there is
close inshore running counter to the tidal streams.
good õ off the harbour avoiding cables. Low Lee, (dangerous
HW 5 HW 4 HW 3 rock 1·1m) 4ca NE of Penlee Pt is marked by ECM lit buoy.
SLACK 4.2
Carn Base (rk 1·8m) lies 3ca to the NNW.
4.2
SLACK
Newlyn is the only harbour in Mount’s Bay safe to enter in
strong onshore winds, but only close to HW. Eastward to-
4.2 wards Penzance beware the unmarked Dog Rock (1·1m) and
Lands End Lands End Lands End The Gear (1·9m,IDM lt bcn). From Penzance to St Michael’s
Mount the head of the bay is shoal, drying 4ca off in places.
SLACK 3.2 SLACK
Dangers include Cressar, Long, Hogus and Outer Penzeath.
Keep south of a line joining Penzance Market House Dome
HW 2 HW 1 HW Dover and St Michael’s Mount hrbr pierheads (089°) to clear these.
SLACK SLACK The tiny sheltered hbr dries 2·1m, with õ about 1ca to the W.
SLACK Two rocks, Guthen and Maltman (0·9m), lie 2ca W and S of
SLACK
St Michael’s Mount respectively. 1M SE The Greeb is a rocky
spit 1¾ca E of which lie The Bears (dry). The Stone dries 5ca
SLACK
SLACK SLACK S of Cudden Pt; offshore Mountamopus shoal has a lit SCM.
Lands End Lands End Lands End Welloe Rk (0·8m) lies 5ca SW of Trewavas Head.
Porthleven is a small tidal harbour, ent between Great and
SL
AC
4.2 3.2
4.2
K
Little Trigg Rocks (Dark Toll Rk and pier on S side). It is closed

in bad weather when approach is dangerous. In fair weather
HW +1 HW +2 HW +3 there is a good õ off Porth Mellin, 1½ca NE of Mullion Is; Porth
Mellin hbr (dries) is for temp use only. Seas break on The Boa,
a rocky shoal (11m) 2·5M W of Lizard Point (Fl 3s70m 26M
K
AC
SL
Horn 30s; AC 2345) which is a bold, steep headland. Close

inshore reflection of the lt may clearly be seen under some
3.2 Lands End conditions. Dangerous rocks, lie 5-7ca from the lt ho in its SW
Lands End Lands End
quadrant. At LW these are visible. 1M E and 1·5M NE of Lizard
SLACK
SLACK lt ho respectively, beware Vrogue (1·8m) and Craggan (1·5m)
hazards. A race, hazardous during the strength of flood and
ebb extends 2–3M S; notably in W’ly winds against tide. Race-
HW +4 HW +5 HW +6
SLACK
like short, heavy seas occur SE of the Lizard in W/lies. Pass
SLACK SLACK
at least 3M to seaward via 49°55’N 05°13’W. A shorter inner
K
AC
route, rarely free of rough water, may be taken, but go no

SL
further North than 49°56’·8N.

SLACK
SLACK
SLACK
zIn the race slack water occurs at about HW Plymouth –4
Lands End Lands End Lands End and the stream sets NE from HWP –3. The next slack water
SLACK SLACK is at HWP +2½ and the stream sets SW from HWP +3; max
3.2
Sp rates reach 2-3kn. Outside the race the NE-going Channel
Example N-bound: At HWD+1 the N-going flood starts off flood starts at approx HWP –3¾ and the SW-going at HWP +3.
Gwennap and turns NE along the N Cornish coast at HWD+3, Study NP 255 tidal stream atlas, Falmouth to Padstow.y
but as early as HWD–3 an inshore current begins to run N’ly. To await slack water, x (W to E) at: Kynance Cove, Housel Bay
So, N-bound, use this by arriving off Runnel Stone at HWD–2 (3ca ENE of lt ho SSE of hotel), Parn Voose Cove (49°58’·4N
and then keep within ¼M of the shore. If abeam Brisons at 05°11’·1W), Cadgwith or Coverack – a good õ in W’lies. N of
HWD, the tide and current should serve for the next 6 or 7hrs Black Head, rocks extend at least 1ca offshore; a rock drying
1·6m lies off Chynhalls Pt (AC 1267). Coverack is WSW of
to make good St Ives, or even Newquay and Padstow.
Lowland Pt drying rocks extend 2½ca offshore. The Manacles
Example S-bound: If S-bound from St Ives to Newlyn, aim to (dry), 7½ca E and SE of Manacle Pt, are marked by ECM lt
reach the Runnel Stone by HWD+5, ie with 2hrs of E-going buoy and are in R sector of St Anthony Hd lt.
tide in hand for the remaining 9M to Newlyn. This would zHere the stream sets NE from HW Plymouth –0345, and SW
entail leaving St Ives 5hrs earlier, at HWD, to make the 20M from HW+ 0200, Sp rates 1·25kn. y
passage; buck a foul tide for the first 3hrs but use an inshore
S-going current, keeping as close inshore as prudent, but FALMOUTH TO PLYMOUTH
having to move offshore to clear the Wra and the Brisons. (AC 1267, 148, 1613) 162° St Anthony Hd 2¼M lies a wave
This suits passages from S Wales and the Bristol Channel, energy site marked by 4xSCM and SPM. Porthscatho, 3M NNE
going inside Longships if the weather suits. of St Anthony Hd, is a safe x in W’lies. Gull Rock (38m) may
From Ireland, ie Cork or further W, the inshore passage would be passed inshore. In Veryan Bay beware Lath Rk (2·1m), 1·6M
not benefit. But plan to be off the Runnel Stone at HWD+5 NE of Gull Rock. Dodman Pt is a 110m rounded shoulder,
if bound for Newlyn; or at HWD+3 if bound for Helford/ with a conspic stone cross. There are heavy overfalls in strong
Falmouth, with the W-going stream slackening and 5 hrs of winds over Sp tide, when it is best to pass 2M off. 3 SPM lt
fair tide to cover the remaining 20M past the Lizard.y buoys (gunnery targets) lie 2·3–4·8M SSE of Dodman Pt.
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Passage Information
Gwineas Rk (8m high) and Yaw Rk (0·9m), marked by lit ECM HW PLYMOUTH –2 HW PLYMOUTH +5
Berry Hd
lie 2·1M NE of Dodman Pt. Passage inside Gwineas Rock is Berry Hd
possible, but not advised in strong onshore winds or poor vis.

Gorran Haven, 1M WSW of Gwineas Rk, is a sandy cove with Dartmouth
SLACK
Dartmouth
L-shaped pier which dries at Springs. It is a good x in offshore
,05
winds, as are Portmellon, Mevagissey and St Austell Bays.
02
Shellfish farms, poorly lit, lie off Black Head, beware loose
floating rope. Seas break on rocks at Gribbin Hd which is SLACK
08
marked by a conspic daymark 25m high 3 twr with R/W Start Pt Start Pt ,1
7
,29
SLACK
,21
bands. Cannis Rock (4·3m) is 2½ca SE, marked by a lit SCM. 6,12
14
10
0
Fowey is a fine natural harbour, easily accessible but exposed
to strong SSW’lies. At E end of Lantivet Bay 3M E of Fowey,
5ca offshore, Udder Rock (0·6m) is marked by a lit SCM. 1M Skerries Bank (least depth 2·1m), on which the sea breaks in
ENE of this buoy Larrick Rock (4·3m) is 1½ca off Nealand Pt. bad weather, lies from 9ca to 4·1M NE of Start Pt (AC 1634). In
Polperro harbour dries, but inlet is good õ in offshore winds. offshore winds there is a good õ in 3m 1ca off Hallsands (1M
Beware Polca Rock (1m) close to the approach. E of Polperro NW of Start). A fish farm lies 3½ ca off. Rocks extend 5ca off-
shoals lie 2½ca off Downend Point, with a measured mile W shore between Dartmouth and Brixham. Berry Head, a bold,
of Looe Is. The channel between Looe Is and Hannafore Point flat-topped headland (55m), gives a good radar return.
nearly dries; local knowledge required. The Ranneys (drying zHere the stream turns N at HW Plymouth –3, and S at HWP
reef, marked by SCM lt buoy) extend 2½ca E and SE of Looe +3; max Sp rates 3kn.y
Island causing overfalls in bad weather. In Whitsand Bay a In Torbay (AC 26) the more obvious dangers are steep-to, but
buoyed artificial reef lies 1·4M NW of Rame Head. beware the Sunker (awash at CD) 100m SW of Ore Stone, and
Eddystone rocks (AC 1613) lie 8M SSW of Rame Head. NE Morris Rogue (0·8m) 5ca W of Thatcher Rock. In W’lies Hope
Rock (0·9m) and shoals are 280m NE. Close NW of the lt ho is Cove, Anstey’s Cove (beware the Three Brothers, rks drying
the stump of the old lt ho. The sea can break on Hand Deeps 0·6m, S side) and Babbacombe Bay are good xs on sand. There
(7m), rocks 3·4M NW of Eddystone, marked by a lit WCM. are no offlying dangers from Long Quarry Point for 4M N to
Teignmouth ent is dangerous in onshore winds.
PLYMOUTH TO START POINT
zOff Teignmouth Bar the NNE-going stream begins at HW
Rame Head, is a conspicuous conical headland, with a small Plymouth –1½ and the SSW-going at HWP +5¼. In the ent
chapel on top close W of Plymouth Sound; rocks extend the flood begins at HWP – 5½ and the ebb at HWP +¾. The
about 1ca off and wind-over-tide overfalls may be met 1·5M Sp ebb reaches 4–5kn off The Point.y
to seaward. Approaching Plymouth from the West, clear
Rame Head and Penlee Point by about 8ca, then steer NNE LYME BAY: TEIGNMOUTH TO PORTLAND BILL
for the Western end of the Breakwater.
Lyme Bay curves 65M from Start Pt to Portland Bill (AC 3315).
At the SE ent to Plymouth Sound, Great Mewstone (57m) is
zTides are rarely more than 0·75kn. Moving E the rise of tide is
a conspicuous rocky islet 4ca off Wembury Pt. From the East
relatively fast for the 1st hr after LW; then slackens noticeably
keep at least 1M offshore to clear Mewstone Ledge, 2½ca
for the next 1½hrs, before resuming the rapid rate of rise.
SW of Great Mewstone. The Slimers, which dry, lie 2ca E of
There is often a stand at HW, not very noticeable at Start Pt
Mewstone. Wembury Bay leads to the River Yealm. E and W
but lasting about 1½hrs at Lyme Regis.y
Ebb Rocks (awash) lie 2½ca off Gara Point (AC 30). From here
to Stoke Point, dangers extend up to 4ca offshore. From Teignmouth to Dawlish rocks extend 1ca offshore.
Dawlish Rock (2·1m) lies about 5ca off North end of town.
In Bigbury Bay beware Wells Rock (1m) and other dangers
Pole Sand (dries up to 3·5m) and Warren Sand to the West of
5ca S of Erme Head. From Bolt Tail to Bolt Head keep 5ca
the River Exe estuary are liable to shift. A firing range danger
offshore to clear Greystone Ledge, sunken rocks near Ham
zone 1·5M E of Straight Pt is marked by 2 Y lit DZ buoys. 3½ M
Stone (11m), and Gregory Rocks (2m) 5ca SE of Ham Stone.
SE of Sidmouth on the 20m contour a mussel farm is marked
The Little Mew Stone (3m high) and Mew Stone lie directly
by 2 pairs of SPM (Fl Y 5s). Another mussel farm, similarly
below Bolt Head. Keep at least 3ca SE of the Mewstones
marked, lies 4¾M further S in 25m of water.
before turning N for Salcombe. Overfalls occur off Prawle
Point, 2·6M E of Bolt Head. Care must be taken off a lee shore between Torbay and
Naval exercise areas from the Isles of Scilly to Start Point are Portland as harbours are inaccessible in strong onshore
used by submarines and warships, especially near Plymouth. winds. The wk of the EMSSTROM (marked in 16·5m) lies 2½M
Yachts should keep clear whenever possible. E of Hope’s Nose. In offshore winds there is a good õ NE of
Beer Hd, the western-most chalk cliff in England. Golden Cap
START POINT TO TEIGNMOUTH (186m and conspic) is 3·5M E of Lyme Regis. High Ground (3m)
(AC 1613, 1634, 3315) Start Point 3·3M ENE of Prawle Point, is and Pollock (4m) are rocky patches 7ca offshore, respectively
a long headland with a distinctive cock’s comb spine, a W lt 1·5M W and 6ca SW of West Bay (Bridport). Numerous wrecks
ho on the Point, and conspicuous radio masts to the WNW. litter the bay, a dangerous one lies 222°Hardy’s Mt 7.8M.
Black Stone rock (6m high) is visible 2½ca SSE of the lt ho, From 6M SE of Bridport Chesil Beach runs SE for about 9M to
with Cherrick Rocks (1m) 1ca further S; other drying rocks lie the N end of Portland. From afar this peninsula looks like an
closer inshore. A race may extend 1M to the S and 1·6M to island, with its distinctive wedge-shaped profile sloping down
the E. In fair weather any overfalls can be avoided by passing from 145m at the N to sea level. Although mostly steep-to, an
close to seaward of rks; there is no clear-cut inshore passage 18m high, white obelisk on the tip of the Bill warns of a rocky
as such. In bad weather keep at least 2M off. ledge extending about 50m S of the Bill. If the highest window
zThe NE-going flood begins at HW Plymouth –2; max (3·1kn on the lighthouse is seen above the top of the obelisk, you
Sp) at HWP –1. The SW-going ebb begins at HWP +5; max are clear of the outermost rock, but still very close inshore. If
(2·2kn Sp) at HWP +6. But at HWP +4 it is possible to round heading up-Channel from Start Point, Dartmouth or Torbay
Start Point close inshore using a back eddy. On both the flood plan to pass Portland Bill with a fair tide, especially at springs.
and the ebb back eddies form between Start Point and If late, a temporary õ can be found close inshore at Chesil
Hallsands, 1M NW. Inshore the tide turns 30 mins earlier.y Cove, abeam the highest part of Portland.
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CROSSING THE ENGLISH CHANNEL, WESTERN PART The inshore passage offers relatively smooth water between
These passages are from harbours between Scilly and Tor Bay 1ca and 3ca off the Bill (depending on wind). Do not use it
to French harbours between Ouessant and Île de Bréhat. See in onshore winds >F4/5, nor at night under power due to
SW England
AC 2655, 2656; 9.2.5 for the Central English Channel; and lobster pot floats and especially not at springs with wind
9.0.6 for cross-Channel distances. Passage planning advice against tide. From W or E, start close inshore at least 2M N
and SOLAS V requirements are in Chapter 3. The Western of the Bill to utilise the S-going stream; hug the Bill to avoid
Channel differs from the central and eastern parts; it is wider being set into the Race.
and its French harbours are more challenging. z The tidal stream chartlets at 9.1.27 which merit careful
Distance is a major ingredient in any passage plan. The study show the approx hourly positions of the Race. They are
shortest is 88M (Salcombe to Bréhat or Trébeurden); the referred to HW Plymouth, to HW Portland for those bound
longest 108M (Fowey to L’Aberwrac’h). Salcombe and from/to Weymouth, and to HW Dover if passing S of the Race.
Dartmouth are favourite departure points, for the Channel See also the smaller scale chartlets at 9.1.3 and 9.2.3 and tidal
Islands and points West. Falmouth is often preferred for diamonds ‘A’ on AC 2610 or ‘R’ on AC 2255. y
rounding Ushant. Taking an average distance of 100M Timing is vital to catch ‘slackish’ water in the inshore passage and
Time at 5kn is 20hrs, or up to 30hrs if the wind is southerly. to enjoy a fair tide thereafter. The windows are as follows:
Therefore it is important to consider: z
• Crew stamina and experience. A short-handed crew (husband
and wife, for example) may cope quite easily with a 20-hr
passage, but not 30hrs beating to windward.
• Weather. At least 24hrs (preferably 48hrs) is needed with a y
forecast wind is F5 or less (depending on direction); ideally
not N’ly (ie onshore along the Brittany coast); with a low PORTLAND BILL TO ANVIL POINT
chance of fog on that coast or in mid-Channel. The Shambles bank lies 2–5M E of Portland Bill and is best
• ETD and ETA. Some night sailing is inevitable, but in Jul/Aug avoided, as is the gap between it and the Race (AC 2610).
there is only about 6hrs of darkness. To leave, arriving cross In bad weather the sea breaks heavily on it. E of Weymouth
shipping lanes and arrive in daylight, sail about 0900. rocky ledges extend 3ca offshore as far as Lulworth Cove, a
reasonable õ in fine, settled weather and offshore winds; as
Shipping lanes. Whilst not having to cross a TSS, lines linking are Worbarrow Bay and Chapman’s Pool further E.
the Casquets TSS and Ushant TSS will indicate where the main
W-bound and E-bound traffic is likely to be encountered. A firing range extends 5M offshore between Lulworth Cove
Be alert for shipping not using this route, and try to avoid and St Alban’s Head. Yachts should avoid the range when
close quarters situations. Do not expect big ships to give it is active or pass through as quickly as possible. Beware
way to you; they will probably be travelling fast (24kn is not Kimmeridge Ledges which extend over 5ca seaward.
uncommon, even in poor visibility) and may have difficulty HW PLYMOUTH –1 HW PLYMOUTH +0525
detecting you if it is at all rough.
Contingencies. North Brittany is not the easiest of coasts
owing to an abundance of offshore rocks which demand Inshore
St Alban’s
Inshore
St Alban’s
Head Head
precise landfalls and careful pilotage. Fresh onshore winds Passage Passage
complicate the task, as does fog. There is no all-weather, all-
tide, port of refuge along this coast, so the forecast weather
window is crucial. If things are not going as planned, it is no 02,
04
disgrace to turn back or make for an alternative destination.
04,07
The Channel Islands are a possible diversion, or consider
heaving-to to await an improvement in the weather.
PORTLAND RACE
South of the Bill lies Portland Race (AC 2255) in which severe St Alban’s Head (107m) is bold and steep-to. A sometimes
and very dangerous sea states occur. Even in settled weather vicious race forms over St Alban’s Ledge, a rocky ridge (depth
it should be avoided by small craft, although at neaps it may 8·5m) extending 4M SW from St Alban’s Hd. Three rarely used
be barely perceptible. yellow target buoys (DZ A, B and C) lie on St Alban’s Ledge.
The Race occurs at the confluence of two strong tidal streams z 1M S of St Alban’s Head the E-going flood starts at HW
which at springs run S down each side of the Isle of Portland Plymouth –1, and the W-going ebb at HWP +0525; inshore
for almost 10hrs out of 12hrs. These streams meet the main max Sp rates 4¾kn; see also diamond ‘U’ on AC 2610. Slack
E-W stream of the Channel, producing large eddies on either water lasts barely 30 mins. The race moves E on the flood and
side of Portland Bill and a highly confused sea state with W on the ebb, which is more dangerous since overfalls extend
heavy overfalls in the Race. The irregular contours of the 2½M further SW than on the flood. A back eddy sets almost
seabed, which shoals rapidly from depths of about 100m continuously SSE down the W side of the Head. y
some 2M S of the Bill to as little as 10m on Portland Ledge In settled weather and at neaps the race may be barely
1M further N, greatly contribute to the violence of the Race. perceptible and can safely be crossed. Otherwise avoid it by
Portland Ledge strongly deflects the flow of water upwards, passing to seaward via 50°31’·40N 02°07’·80W (thus clearing
so that on the flood the Race lies SE of the Bill and SW on Lulworth Range); or by using the inshore passage very close
the ebb. inshore below St Alban’s Head. This is at most 5ca wide and
Conditions deteriorate with wind-against-tide, especially at avoids the worst of the overfalls, but expect your decks to get
springs. In an E’ly gale against the flood stream the Race may wet. In onshore gales stay offshore. The light on St Alban’s
spread eastward to The Shambles bank. Hd Iso R 2s is only shown when the ranges are active.
The Race normally extends about 2M S of the Bill, but further The rugged, cliffy coastline between St Alban’s Hd and
S in bad weather. It can be avoided by passing to seaward Anvil Point (Fl 10s 45m 9M) is steep-to quite close inshore.
of it, 3–5M S of the Bill; or by using the inshore passage if Measured mile beacons stand either side of Anvil Pt lt ho;
conditions suit. the track is 083·5°.
147
Isles of Scilly – St Mary’s
9.1.6 ISLES OF SCILLY ST MARY’S Hugh Town Harbour.

Porth Cressa (S of Hugh Town). Beware of dangers on each side
CHARTS AC 1148, 34, 883, 5603; Imray C10, C7, 2400 of entrance and submarine cables. Good x (2m) in W/NW’lies, but
exposed to swell from SE to SW.
TIDES Standard Port is Plymouth. Differences for St Mary’s are Watermill Cove (NE corner of St Mary’s). Excellent shelter in winds
given in 9.1.7. Tidal heights, times, and streams are irregular. AC S to NW. x in approx 5m.
34 for 5 tidal stream diamonds, all referred to HW Plymouth. ST MARTIN’S, W end. Tean Sound needs careful pilotage, but
SHELTER The Isles of Scilly are exposed to Atlantic swell and wind. attractive x in settled weather. More suitable for shoal draught
Weather can be unpredictable and fast-changing. Thorough boats which can x or take the ground out of main tidal stream in
planning and sensible precautions especially with regard to x and channel. 4 as £20/night (Star Castle Hotel e07730 475559). Hotel
ground tackle are recommended. Boats have been known to drag re-opened as Karma St Martin’s e422368.
on fine sand, but holding is mostly good. The islands are most ST HELEN’S POOL (S of St Helen’s Is). Ent via St Helen’s Gap to x in
attractive. Listed below are some of the many xs, anti-clockwise: 1·5m–7m. Secure, but may be swell near HW; see chartlet.
op
sh
Bi ock e
1°
Eastern
R ibl
7·
Isles
vis
30
15'
4·5°
A
46
(48)
D
H 28
UN
RW Daymark
102
SO
Ganilly
Great
09
OW
VQ(6)+LFl.10s
4000
CR
ST MARTIN’S
155
Fl.R.5s
2
º
White Isle
24
1·4
Hats
24
28
Peninnis Hd
MARY'S
5º
See St Mary’s
Mary’s
8·
2º
13
ST
22 32
Bant‘s Carn
(119) 4 R Lts
04
36m9M
TV Tower
FI.20s
Star Castle Hotel
N
06
D
·5º
160 SN
Horn(4)60s
Lighthouse
Crow Rk
Fl(2)10s
Round
Island
BRB
St Helens
FI.10s
Q(3)10s Bell
Spanish
Ledge
S
04
The Hoe
Y’
AR
5°
M
61
07
0·
AGNES
04
ST
0
Fl.G.4s
ST
n miles
metres
6°20'W
Mon
B
(38)
GH
Bartholomew Q.R
CO
Landing
GU
Pidney Brow
Carn
ES
SAMSON
N Bartholomew
FI.R.5s
Lt Ho
ST MARY’S
Men-a-
Q.G
TR
Ledges
Yellow Rk Fl(2)R.5s
vaur
146
Samson
D
Old
UN
ROAD
28
SO
Hill
H
MIT
Q(3)10s
S
°
C 350·5
23
D
SN
BW bn
57º SBY
BRYHER
(31)
G 1 GRIM
73
Great Smith
W
*
NE 66
Q(6)+L.Fl.15s
Spencers Ledge
Minalto
Great
Bryher
Castle
ANNET
Melledgan
Wreck
24
Gorregan
8°
Old
Hangman I.
05
Haycocks
North Carn 165
04
Rk
205
*
NORTHERN
VQ
(35)
er
22
04
llo
ov
Scilly Rk
ROCKS
36
Ye
n
WESTERN
Mincarlo
Mo
79
ROCKS
*
09
Leading lines, A–H, and their WPTs
28
Q(9)15s 40
Owing to the scale of this chartlet
08
numerous rocks, shallows, drying
32
areas and islets are not shown
are shown under Navigation.
Round
Steeple Rk
Gunners
Rock
(45)
38
28
(32)
E
AG
25'
03
SS
07
NOTE
PA
Retarrier
T
7°
Racon(T) (52) Ledges

ES
12
(2)
W
F
Tearing Ledge
RT
23
E 099·7°
Crim Rocks
NO
(2)
Bishop Rock
Fl(2)15s
9º
05
D
66
49°55'N
*
*
53'
52'
58'
54'
56'
59'
57'
148
OLD GRIMSBY SOUND. Old Grimsby Hbr comprises Green Porth & NCM By; beware Jeffrey Rk, close to port. Ldg marks are more than
Raven’s Porth, divided by a quay, both dry 2·3m. Beware cable in 7M off and at first not easy to see. See also Line C, Smith Sound.
Green Porth. xs 1½ca NE of quay in 2·5m; access more difficult than Line E. ó 49°54´·34N 06°27´·80W. St Agnes Old lt ho £ Carn Irish
New Grimsby. Sheltered in SW’lies but open to swell if wind veers N 099·7°. From WNW, passing close N of Crim Rocks and Gunners.
SW England
of W. Facilities: 7 as (R or Y) £20<18m>£30, y (quay) = hotel. Line F. ó 49°56´·34N 06°26´·46W. St Agnes Old lt ho £ Tins Walbert
NEW GRIMSBY SOUND Appr (line G) between Tresco and Bryher, bcn 127°. The NW Passage is about 7ca wide with good ldg marks,
or with adequate rise of tide from the S across Tresco Flats. Good but beware cross tide. A lit WCM marks Steeple Rk (0·1m). Intercept
shelter except in NW’lies. Popular x between Hangman Is and the Line D for St Mary’s Road.
quay in 1·5-4·5m. Beware cables. 22 as, R or Y, £20<18m>£30; x £5.
Line G. ó 49°59´·00N 06°21´·96W. Star Castle Hotel £ W side of
Vessels may only beach with Tresco HM permission. e423653 mob
Hangman Is 157°. From the N, leads into New Grimsby Sound
07778 601237. VHF Ch 08 for Q T G ! Y. Ferry to St Mary’s.
between Bryher and Tresco. Crossing Tresco Flats need adequate
ST AGNES/GUGH The Cove, well sheltered from W and N winds, rise of tide (plan for max drying ht of 1·7m) and moderate vis.
except when the sandbar between the islands covers near HWS
Line H. ó 49°55´·66N 06°14´·38W. Summit of Samson Hill £ the NE
with a strong NW wind. Beware cables.
extremity of Innisidgen 284·5°. From the E or NE: Crow Snd can
Porth Conger, N of the sandbar, sheltered in S’lies except when
be rough in strong SE’lies, but, with sufficient rise of tide, is not
the bar is covered. Facilities: y (two quays), ferry to St Mary’s; in
difficult. From the NE pass close to Menawethan and Biggal Rk,
Middle Town (¾M), ! Y Q T.
avoiding Trinity Rk and the Ridge, which break in bad weather.
NAVIGATION See 9.1.2 for TSS to the E, S and W. If unable to Hats SCM buoy marks a shoal with an old boiler, (0·6m) on it.
identify approach ldg lines/marks, approach with caution. Many Maintain 284·5° between Bar Pt and Crow Bar (0·7m), pass N of
chans between islands have dangerous shallows, often with rky Crow Rk IDM lt bn (for best water), then turn SSW for St Mary’s.
ledges. Some of the most used ldg lines, as on chartlet, include: Historic Wrecks are at 49°52’·2N 06°26’·5W Tearing Ledge, 2ca
Line A. ó 49°53´·55N 06°18´·00W. North Carn of Mincarlo £ W SE of Bishop Rk Lt; and at 49°54’·30N 06°19’·89W, Bartholomew
extremity of Great Minalto 307·1°. This is the usual approach Ledges, 5ca N of Gugh.
to St Mary’s Road, via St Mary’s Sound. From the E or SE avoid
Gilstone Rk (dries 4m) 3ca E of Peninnis Hd. Spanish Ledges, off LIGHTS AND MARKS See 9.1.4. Identification of the daymarks and
Gugh, are marked by an ECM buoy; thence past Woolpack SCM conspic features will greatly aid pilotage (NE to SW):
bn, Bartholomew Ledges lt bn and N Bartholomew PHM buoy Fl St Martin’s E end: Conical bcn twr (56m) with RW bands.
R 5s to ent St Mary’s Road on 040·5° (see Line B).
Round Is: Roughly conical with W lt ho 19/55m high.
Line B. ó 49°54´·69N 06°20´·33W. St Martin’s daymark £ the top of
Creeb 040·5°. This clears Woodcock Ledge, breaks in bad weather. Tresco: Abbey & FS, best seen from S. Cromwell’s Castle and
Hangman Is from the NW.
Line C. ó 49°52´·06N 06°21´·24W. Summit of Castle Bryher £ gap
between the summits of Great Smith 350·5°. Via Smith Sound, Bryher: Watch Hill, stone bn (43m); rounded Samson Hill.
between the drying rocks off St Agnes and Annet. St Mary’s: TV & radio masts (R lts) at N end, are visible from all
Line D. ó 49°52´·40N 06°27´·80W. Summit of Great Ganilly just over Scilly. Crow Rk IDM bn, 11m on rk drying 4·6m, at N.
open north of Bant’s Carn 059°. From the SW enter Broad Sound St Agnes: Old lt ho, / W tr, visible from all directions.
between Bishop Rk lt ho and Flemming’s Ledge, 7ca to the N; pass Bishop Rk lt ho: Grey / tr, 44m; helo pad above lamp.
between Round Rk NCM and Gunner SCM buoys to Old Wreck
9.1.7 ST MARY’S FACILITIES hm@stmarys-harbour.co.uk www.stmarys-harbour.co.uk

38 Y as lie in 6 trots close E of the ú in 1·5-2·7m; 28 as are for <12m
Isles of Scilly 49°55’·14N 06°18’·71W 11122333 LOA and 10 for <18m. Fees by LOA: £20·50<12m>£25·50; multihulls
CHARTS AC 2665, 34, 883, 5603; Imray C10, C7, 2400 +50%. 3 drying & against hbr wall with tender landing pontoon;
TIDES –0630 Dover; ML 3·2; Duration 0600 G at inner drying berth H24. PP(Sibleys e422431) at middle berth.
= j i ä : è à @. HM holds mail if addressed c/o HM, St Mary’s,
Standard Port PLYMOUTH { Isles of Scilly TR21 0HU.
Times Height (metres) Hugh Town Essential shops, F ACA Y Q v ! Q T.
High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS
Porth Cressa õ clear of the marked power cable area, G Ç(Sibleys).
0000 0600 0000 0600 5·5 4·4 2·2 0·8
1200 1800 1200 1800 Mainland access: Ferry leaves Penzance 0915 Mon-Fri (not Sun)
Differences ST MARY’S and 1630 St Mary’s (Sat varies); booking e0845 710 5555, X to
–0052 –0103 –0048 –0045 +0·2 –0·1 –0·2 –0·1 St Just, Newquay, Exeter. Booking www.islesofscilly-travel.co.uk
e(01736) 334220.
SHELTER Good in St Mary’s Hbr, except in W/NW gales when x in
The Cow
Porth Cressa may be more comfortable. Strictly ö in the approaches (0·6m) 0 300
55'·4
and harbour limits (Newman rock to Newford Is). metres
cables
NAVIGATION WPT 49°53´·96N 06°18´·83W (abeam Spanish Ledge 15 0 1
W
Porth
ECM lt buoy) 307°/1·2M via St Mary’s Sound to transit line B (040°). Loo
ma
HM Ch 14
Bu on sh
The 097·3° transit leads S of Bacon Ledge (0·3m) marked by PHM Bacon Ledge
rk
zza el
03
lt buoy. A charted 151° transit leads into the Pool between Bacon Newford I.
Hil ter 1
Ledge and the Cow and Calf (drying 0·6m and 1·8m). Pilotage is
l Tr 51
Fl(4)R.5s
compulsory for yachts >30m LOA. Hbr speed limit 3kn. NB: Do not 49 Porth
Fl(2)G.5s Thomas Mt Flagon
impede the ferry Scillonian III which arrives about 1200 and sails 097·3° St Mary's
°
Iso.RW Bn
7 Bn
at 1630 Mon-Fri; Sat times vary with month. Also the blue-hulled 12 21 Pool (vert)2s
Oc.WR
W
cargo ship Gry Maritha thrice weekly. 2
W (vert)10s
The Porth
LIGHTS AND MARKS See chartlet and 9.1.4. 097·3° ldg marks: W
Newman
Rat I. Bodnic Mellon
N
06
bcns; front, white H; rear, orange x; lts as chartlet. The pierhead 49°
light has been removed and is awaiting replacement. Buzza Hill 55'·0N 09
twr and power stn chy (48m) are conspic. FS 27 Shelter (W mark)
COMMUNICATIONS (Code01720) E 422392; Dr 422628; Pilot 422078. Star Castle
St Mary's
Ch(Tr &FS)
HM 422768 (H24 ansafone), non-HO 07789 273626. Hotel HUGH TOWN
St Mary’s Hbr and Pilot Ch 14, 16 (0800-1700LT). Garrison Hill 06°19'·0W Chy (48)
19'·5 18'·5
Falmouth CG covers Scilly and TSS/ITZ off Land’s End on Ch 16, 23. Buzza Hill
149
Newlyn – Helford River
9.1.8 NEWLYN 9.1.9 PENZANCE

Cornwall 50°06’·19N 05°32’·58W 1122233 Cornwall 50°07’·09N 05°31’·68W 11222333
CHARTS AC 777, 2345, 5603; Imray C10, C7, 2400 CHARTS AC 777, 2345, 5603; Imray C10, C7, 2400
TIDES –0635 Dover; ML 3·2; Duration 0555 TIDES –0635 Dover; ML 3·2; Duration 0550
Standard Port PLYMOUTH { Standard Port PLYMOUTH {
Times Height (metres) Times Height (metres)
High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS
0000 0600 0000 0600 5·5 4·4 2·2 0·8 0000 0600 0000 0600 5·5 4·4 2·2 0·8
1200 1800 1200 1800 1200 1800 1200 1800
Differences NEWLYN Differences PENZANCE are the same as for Newlyn (9.1.8)
–0053 –0108 –0035 –0036 +0·1 0·0 –0·2 0·0 PORTHLEVEN
–0045 –0105 –0030 –0025 0·0 –0·1 –0·2 0·0
SHELTER Good, but in strong SE’lies heavy swell enters hbr; access LIZARD POINT
H24. FVs take priority. Good x in Gwavas Lake in offshore winds. –0045 –0100 –0030 –0030 –0·2 –0·2 –0·3 –0·2
NAVIGATION WPT 50°06´·19N 05°31´·80W, 270°/0·5M to S pier. SHELTER Excellent in the wet dock. x/dry out close N of wet dock
From NE, beware The Gear and Dog Rk 3½ca NE of hbr ent; or x E of hbr, but Mounts Bay is unsafe x in S or SE winds, which,
from S, avoid Low Lee (1·1m) ECM buoy Q(3)10s and Carn Base if strong, also render the hbr ent dangerous.
(1·8m).
NAVIGATION WPT 50°06´·77N 05°31´·06W, 306°/0·5M to S pier hd.
LIGHTS AND MARKS See chartlet and 9.1.4. Do not confuse S pier Approach dries. Beware The Gear Rk 4·5ca S. Western Cressar (4ca
hd lt, Fl 5s, with Penzance pierhead lt, Fl WR 5s, 033°/1M. N pierhd NE of ent) and Ryeman Rks are marked by unlit SCM bns. Hbr speed
lt: G sector (238°-248°) clears The Gear; W sector over hbr. limit 5kn. Dock gate opens 2hrs before local HW until 1hr after,
12 waiting buoys are sited S of S pier.
COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01736) E, Dr: as Penzance. HM www.
newlynharbour.co.uk e362523. LIGHTS AND MARKS Hbr lts often hard to see against shore lts.
Newlyn Hbr Ch 09 12 16 (M-F 0800-1700, Sat 0800-1200LT). No ldg lts/marks. IPTS 2 & 3, shown on N knuckle near dock gate,
indicates when it is open/shut, but may not be shown for yachts.
FACILITIES www.newlynharbour.co.uk SW of Mary Williams
Pier the first 3-4 finger pontoons are offered to visiting yachts if 8 unlit Y spar buoy racing marks are laid, Apr-Sep, at:
available. Preference is given to FVs and yachtsmen may be asked 50°07´·30N 05°31´·48W; 50°07´·11N 05°30´·33W;
to move. Dogs are banned from pontoons/harbour property.NE 50°06´·92N 05°29´·00W; 50°06´·63N 05°32´·03W;
pontoon: 40& <15m (2m on N side, S side shallower); SW pontoon:
40& <10m (0·75m below CD) Charges/night: £20 <8m> £25 <12m> 50°06´·55N 05°31´·45W; 50°06´·33N 05°32´·48W;
£35 + é. j at fish market; key from HM or nightwatchman. 50°06´·25N 05°30´·30W; 50°05´·70N 05°29´·35W.
Services = G Ç i ä : è T à g(6t) F. COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01736) Dr e363866; E 362382
Town Y Q(am only) v ! Q T, bus to Penzance z X. HM e366113.
VHF Ch 09, 12, 16 (HW –2 to HW +1, and office hrs).
N FACILITIES Wet dock 50u<10m £1·80. Registration required.
26 03
06
15
j P i ä : è à g(3t) F =(dry dock).
27 03
16 Gwavas Lake Penzance SC e364989, y G Q T.
09
+ + 16 Town Ä Y Q ! v Q T ú z.
+
50°6'·3N Dredged to +
1·9m (2006) 12 0 metres 400 N
M ++ +
ar 3 12
y + 0 cables
W 2
illi
am 14 24 PENZANCE 06
<1 s 09 SC
5m Pi 07'·2 16 07
er
Albe
LO 26 14
<1 A 09 u ni n
0m 2m
F.WG.4m2M 21 ten
s
rt P
LO Small Craft 04 +
++
A
0· 2F.R(vert) Mooring
ier
75 02
38 m 8m2M 16 2
24 1 FI.5s10m9M
d to
21 Dr 5 27
ed 18 16
ge dge 06) Tide gauge +
F.R.3m d
to Dre m (20 2F.G(vert) 06
CD 2·4 Swing
2F.R(vert) 09 Bridge 2F.R(vert) 0 27
Old 08 5 y
Quay 1 18 15 r FI.WR.5s
NEWLYN Pontoon 2 15 Fer
SS 11m17/12M
200 Obstns
R
0 metres 37 Wet Dock
3 Dry Dock 05 05
(4·3m) 15
6'·1 South
0 cables 1 HM Ch 12 5°32'·5W 50°07'·0N Pier 29
32'·9 Conspic (43) 13
Tower St. Mary’s 36
08
ADJACENT HARBOUR HM Ch 12 37 Wk 37
MOUSEHOLE, Cornwall, 50°04´·97N 05°32´·26W. 112333. 05°32'·0W 31'·5
AC 2345, 5603. HW +0550 on Dover; Tides as Newlyn; ML 3·2m;
Duration 0600. Best appr from S, midway between St Clements Is
and bkwtr. N pier lt, 2 FG (vert) = hbr open; 3 FR (vert) = hbr closed.
Ent 11m wide; hbr dries approx 2·4m. Shelter good except in NE
and S or SE winds; protected by St Clements Is from E’lies. Ent
closed with timber baulks from Nov-Apr. HM e(01736) 732544
mob 07891 647831. Per night £10, multi hull £12. Facilities limited:
= G !. Buses to Penzance.
150
MINOR HARBOURS AROUND MOUNTS BAY MULLION COVE, Cornwall, 50°00´·90N, 05°15´·54W. 112333.
ST MICHAEL’S MOUNT, Cornwall, 50°07´·17N 05°28´·67W. AC AC 777, 2345, 5603. Lizard HW –0630 on Dover, –0050 and
2345, 777, 5603. HW +0550 on Dover; Tides as Penzance; ML 3·2m; –0·2m on HW Plymouth; ML 3·0m; Duration 0545. Porth Mellin
Duration 0550. Beware: Hogus Rks (5·5) 250m NW of hbr; Outer hbr dries about 2·4m and is open to SW’lies. Due to lack of space,
SW England
Penzeath Rk (0·4) 5ca W of hbr; and Maltman Rk (0·9) 1ca SSW of visiting boats may only stay in hbr briefly to load/unload. No lts.
the Mount. Shelter good from N to SE, but only in fair wx. Unlit There is a slip on E side of hbr. x in Mullion Cove where shown on
hbr dries 2·1; approx 3·3m at MHWS and 1·4m at MHWN. Dry out the chart and especially in lee of N end of Mullion Island in approx
against W pier or x W of the hbr in 2-3m on sand, space for 6 4-5m, but best to ask local advice. NT owns the island and the hbr.
boats. HM mob e07870 400282 or 07917 583284. Facilities: G Q HM e(01326) 240222. Mullion village (1M) ! T.
café. Marazion, 3ca to N: Y ! Q T Mounts Bay SC.
Historic Wrecks are located at:
PORTHLEVEN, Cornwall, 50°04´·92N 05°19´·13W. 11223. AC 50°03’·44N 05°17’·16W (St Anthony), 2M SE of Porthleven.
777, 2345, 5603. HW –0635 on Dover; ML 3·1m; Duration 0545. 50°02’·37N 05°16’·46W (Schiedam), 1·5M N of Mullion Is.
Hbr dries 2m above the old lifeboat house but has approx 2·3m 49°58’·54N 05°14’·51W, Rill Cove, 1·4M NW of Lizard Pt.
in centre of ent. It is very exposed to W and SW. Beware rks round 49°57’·49N 05°12’·98W (Royal Anne) The Stags, Lizard Pt.
pier hd and Deazle Rks to W. Lt on S pier, FG 10m 4M, = hbr open.
Inside hbr FG, 033°-067°, shown as required. Visitors berth on quay
2m, E side of inner hbr. HM e(01326) 574270. Facilities: Inner Hbr
& £8, G y : Ä Ç. Village Y Q ! v Q T.
9.1.10 HELFORD RIVER COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01326) E 572151; Moorings Officer:

ian@helford-river.com e250749 mob 07808 071485; water taxi
Cornwall 50°05’·79N 05°06’·06W (Ent) 11122333
e250749, Ch M. Ferry also acts as a water taxi, on request HO.
CHARTS AC 154, 147, 5603; Imray C10, C6, 2400 Helford River SC Ch 80 M.
FACILITIES Local info at www.helfordrivermoorings.co.uk. In The
Reference Port PLYMOUTH { Pool 25 G as, marked ‘Visitors’ with G pick-up buoys, are randomly
Times Height (metres) numbered (see below); <9m £20, <11m £23, <12m £25, <14m £27;
High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS 7th night free. No prior reservations. Rafting essential in high season.
0000 0600 0000 0600 5·5 4·4 2·2 0·8 Ditch rubbish ashore at the Helford River SC or the Ferryboat Inn
1200 1800 1200 1800 (N bank).
Differences HELFORD RIVER (Entrance) N bank: Helford Passage = G. Porth Navas YCe340065, limited
–0030 –0035 –0015 –0010 –0·2 –0·2 –0·3 –0·2 ! G Q T; www.portnavasyachtclub.co.uk.
COVERACK S bank: Gillan Creek ! G F. Helford River SCe231460 = G v Q
–0030 –0050 –0020 –0015 –0·2 –0·2 –0·3 –0·2 T. Helford village Y bus to Falmouth z.
SHELTER Excellent, except in E’lies when an uncomfortable swell Gweek Quay e221657 (221685, info@gweek-quay.com ! G Ç
reaches Frenchman’s Creek. Yachts may x in Durgan Bay outside 3 ä : è e g(100t) F Y.
small buoys marking the eelgrass beds (approx 100m from shore).
2 Y SPM bound the permitted x W of the moorings. Oyster beds lie Visitors' Moorings
Porth Navas
W of these as faras Groyne Pt where x/drying out is permitted. Creek Diagram only
NAVIGATION WPT 50°05´·86N 05°04´·84W, 270°/1·9M to The Pool. Helford

Passage
From N beware August Rock. From SE keep well off Nare Pt and
Dennis Hd. At the entrance to Gillan harbour lies Car Croc, a rock Foot Ferry
drying 1m. The Voose, a rocky reef, is East of Bosahan Pt on the
Bar
South shore. G
Beware an extensive drying mud bank N and W of Bar SHM buoy, F A I R W A Y
which is partially obscured by as. Speed limit 6kn in the river. The The Pool FVs
channel up to Gweek is buoyed but dries W of 05°10´·35W.
Helford Pt
LIGHTS AND MARKS Access by day; no lights. Buoys are seasonal
August Rk SHM, Fl G 5s off Rosemullion, Car Croc ECM, Q(3) 10s
off Dennis Hd and Voose NCM, Fl 1s off S shore of estuary.
N Porth Rosemullion Head

Navas 14
PNYC 65
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11
August Rock
Within 100m
al Cr
of shore + or
0 2000 05 Durgan Bay The Gedges
er
Toll
Fl.G.5s
ev
metres Lower Helford Passage Pt Mawnan

Polwh
38 53 Rk G
06' cables Calamansack
0 10 13 14 0 34
41 Mawnan Shear
5 07
71 68
34 56 G 6
The Pool Helford River
Gweek Gweek 16 11 BY 105
08 Bosahan
Quay Groyne Pt Pt Point The Gew
Constantine Merthen rd See Diagram
Quay Quay l fo
Fren
Bonallack e
Barton H HRSC The Voose 56
Helford
c
Cre
Q(3)10s (Apr-Oct)
hma
Tremayne St Anthony Dennis

Quay Head
83
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Gillan BYB
n’s
ek
Harbour Nare Pt
re
+
11
C
Withan
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Quay Flushing
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aw
50°05'N Manaccan
Mawgan 12'
M
10' 8' 5°6'W
151
Falmouth and the River Fal
9.1.11 FALMOUTH & RIVER FAL Falmouth Marina 50°09´·90N 05°05´·02W up the Penryn River.
www.premiermarinas.com e316620. Access H24, min depth 2m.
Cornwall 50°08’·61N 05°01’·48W (Ent) 111222333 In near appr, pass close N of outer pontoon, 2FR (vert), leaving
CHARTS AC 154, 32, 18, 5602; Imray C6, Y58 ECM lt bn (hard to see) close to stbd. Ignore unlit PHM and SHM
buoys, close NE of ECM bcn, which mark the Penryn R. Berth on
TIDES –0610 Dover; ML 3·0; Duration 0550 J hammerhead/fuel berth, then as directed. A disused pipeline
drying 1·8m crosses the marina E/W; adjacent depth gauge shows
SHELTER Excellent, depending on wind direction; see Facilities.
depth over it. 300+20u, £3·65<12.5m>£3·80<16m>£4·35; £1·60 for
Access H24 in any weather, although the entrance, 1M wide and
4 hrs (min £12·80).
deep, is rough in fresh on-shore winds over the ebb.
Services ) v P i ä : è à e(30t) g(25t) F ! W Q T.
NAVIGATION WPT 50°08´·00N 05°01´·74W, 000°/7ca to Black Rock
Town i à F ACA Y Q ! Q T z X (Newquay).
PHM lt buoy, which marks the edge of the deep water E channel. At
night this is advised, although by day small vessels may pass either Fuel Falmouth & Mylor marinas, Falmouth Haven Marina.
side of Black Rk (2·1m), IDM Fl(2) 10s, close W of mid-entrance. Water taxis Falmouth Water Taxi www.falmouthwatertaxi.co.uk
A wave energy test area (FAB) is sited 155° St Anthony Hd 1.5 M; e07522 446659, VHF Ch 12 (after 0930).
it is bounded by 4 SPM Fl(5)Y.20s, see LNTM for activity. Penryn HM Penryn River e373352. Half tide access via drying
Falmouth is a deep water port with sizeable commercial docks. Do buoyed channel to Freeman’s Wharf 50°10´·00N 05°05´·75W www.
not impede ships up to 90,000 tons nor x in prohib areas. Outside freemanswharf.com e377509. 45 ½ tide drying &, £2/ft/wk +VAT.
the buoyed chans large areas are quite shallow; care is needed G : ä è à F Ä Ç (500m), ACA, Ü g (20t).
below half tide.
Mylor Yacht Harbour b 50°10´·74N 05°03´·14W, NW bank of Carrick
Speed limits: 8kn in Falmouth inner hbr (ie W of the docks), the Roads. Good shelter in W’lies but exposed to E’lies. PHM and SHM
Penryn River and, N of Turnaware Bar, in the R Fal/Truro and lit buoys mark ent to the fairway to the Yacht Hbr, dredged 2m;
offlying creeks. access H24. Hbr www.mylor.com enquiries@mylor.com e372121.
5kn in St Mawes and the Percuil River, Mylor, Restronguet and St 140 & + 40 u, £3·90; 15 a, £2·25. Short stay £6 <25< £8, a £2/hr.
Just Creeks and Portscatho (50°10´·83N 04°58´·32W), 2 pages on. = v P P i : ä è T F e(35t), g(4t) ! Q T.
Mylor Pool has many moorings in 1m to 2·2m. Mylor Creek dries
LIGHTS AND MARKS See chartlet and 9.1.4. R sector of St Anthony or is shoal, <1m. Mylor Creek Boatyard welcomes visitors who can
Hd lt (H24) covers the Manacles Rocks. take the ground www.mylorcreekboatyard.com.
COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01326) Dr Falmouth e212120, Penryn St Mawes Harbour 50°09´·49N 05°00´·84W. Keep S of St Mawes
e372502. E Falmouth 434700. E Truro (A&E) (01872) 250000. SCM buoy marking Lugo Rk, 0·6m. Beware numerous moorings
Falmouth Hbr Radio Ch 12 14 (M-F 0800-1700). HM Truro and and oyster beds, esp in Percuil River, upper reaches of which
launch Ch 12. Falmouth Haven Marina and St Mawes Hbr: Ch 12. dry above village. HM www.stmawesharbour.co.uk e270553.
Pendennis & Falmouth marinas, Royal Cornwall YC Ch 80/M. Mylor 28 as to SW of the hbr toward Carricknath Pt, 6G, call Ch12 for
Yacht Hbr Ch 80/M, 37/M1, St Mawes SC: Ch M (HO). allocation. £20<10m>£25<12m>£35<15m. y G i : ä è à Ü.
x above Castle Pt well sheltered from all but SW winds, £0·50/m.
FACILITIES from seaward, clockwise to St Just: Seasonal water taxi 1 May-30 Sep 1000-1600; VHF Ch 12 St Mawes
Port Pendennis Marina 50°09´·15N 05°03´·70W. 45+20u in 3-4·5m Hbr water taxi; £2/person. Outside hrs above taxi available for hire
in outer hbr, depth in ent reported as 1m outside chan dredged all year mob 07971 846786. 6 RNLI lifejacket lockers on quay.
2m which hugs the outer pontoon. www.portpendennis.co.uk St Just, good x off the creek, except in strong W/SW’lies.
e211211 £3·80<25m; max LOA 80m, short stay £20. Marina village
access HW±3 via ent gate with tfc lts. YC, Q v tennis court. YACHT CLUBS
Royal Cornwall YC e311105/312126 (Secretary), = G Q T.
Falmouth Haven Marina (FHM) 50°09´·22N 05°03´·89W. e310990/1;
Ch 12. Access H24. Dir bn i WRG 3s on N Quay 233°, min depth Falmouth Town SC e313662.
1.4m on ldg line leaving 4 Y buoys to port. 100 &, £4·00; short Falmouth Watersports Association e211223.
stay (<2 hrs) £2/m. ® x up to 200m E of FHM in 2½m (see FHC Port of Falmouth Sailing Association e211555.
below). P P I v wi-fi. St Mawes SC www.stmawessailing.co.uk e270686 T (visitors most
welcome with appartment available for short term bookings).
Falmouth Harbour Commissioners (FHC) www.falmouthport.co.uk
info@falmouthport.co.uk; 21 G as off Prince of Wales pier, prices Flushing SC e374043, Mylor YC e374391, T.
©/x: £2·80/£2·00. Restronguet SC e374536.
MINOR HARBOURS NORTH EAST OF THE LIZARD

CADGWITH, Cornwall, 49°59´·22N 05°10´·68W. 1112333.
AC 154, 2345, 5603. HW –0625 on Dover; –0030 on Plymouth;
–0·2m on Devonport; ML 3·0m. Use Differences Lizard Pt under
9.1.9. Hbr dries; it is divided by The Todden, a rky outcrop. Beware
the extension of this, rks called The Mare; also beware Boa Rk to
Premier Marinas.
ESE which cover at quarter tide. x off The Mare in about 2–3m, but Nothing similar feels quite as good.
not recommended in onshore winds. There are no lts. Many local
FVs operate from here and are hauled up on the shingle beach.
Facilities: Y Q T shops at Ruan Minor (1M).
COVERACK, Cornwall, 50°01´·44N 05°05´·66W. 1112333.

AC 154, 147, 5603. HW –0620 on Dover; ML 3·0m; Duration 0550. Annual & monthly wet berthing • Dry Stack boats up to 8m
From the S beware the Guthens, off Chynhalls Pt; from the N,
Davas and other rks off Lowland Pt, and to the NE Manacle Rks • Luxury facilities & restaurant • Full-service boatyard
(ECM lt buoy). There are no lts. The tiny hbr dries and is full of small T: 01326 316 620
FVs. It has 3·3m at MHWS and 2·2m at MHWN. In good weather e: falmouth@premiermarinas.com
and offshore winds it is better to x outside. HM e(01326) 280679. w: premiermarinas.com
Facilities: G (hotel) P Ä from garage (2M uphill) Y !.
152
21 Fl(G)15s Continued on smaller
Messack scale chart overleaf
Greatwood Rk 16
G
03
VQ(3)5s
FlY2s BYB
K 63
G 2 H 2FR(vert) 41
F J 15 22
Messack
2 04
Pt 11'·0
1
e Mylor Pool 27 Moorings
ip ro N
Oil P 21
St Just
E My Moorings 24 Tru
Boat Ho lor of
1 Cr See inset Fl.G.6s rt 21
ee Fl.R.5s
k 11
Po
D M
17
St Just
C Mylor b r
Mylor Yacht Harbour Pool
1·6m Penarrow Pt t hH
B ou 0 metres HM Ch 12 2000
Falmouth Q.R
A Moorings lm Fl.R.4s St Just 10'·5
Marina 05
Fa 2 N. Bank R
30T eek redged 2m 0 nautical miles 1
D
r Cr R 26
Mylo 2F.G 2F.R 1 Fl.Y.5s
2F.R Cross Roads
Islington Wharf 03 Admiralty Quay
ea
Moorings
i Ar
13 Water Tower (conspic) Percuil
r Sk
2FR(vert) Mylor Fl.G.4s
te
Penryn River The Vilt
Mylor Yacht Harbour 3 50°10'·0N
G
Wa
Challenger 2F.R(vert)Bu
oye
d Oyster beds lie
Ch
PENRY an Flushing Car rick both sides of the
ne Trefusis river between the
l
SC 49 Roads
26 Point pecked lines.
Also many moorings
Falmouth Marina Falmouth
See inset Fl.R.2s Moorings Bank Porth Creek
4 25
Moorings Harbour
RCYC Fl(2)G.10s
37 ST MAWES
R. Percuil
E. Narrows
2F.R(vert) 9'·5
Moorings 2F.R Q.R.5m3M
Prince of (vert) G 2FR(vert)
Wales Pier 2F.R(vert) (occas)
FALMOUTH 2F.R(vert) 58 2F.R(vert) Castle
R 34
Falmouth Dir. WRG.2s Fl(2)R.10s Amsterdam
49
Haven Dir.WRG.3s Docks
W Narrows 21 Point
Marina VQ(3)5s 0
The Governor Lugo Rk 6 Q(6)+LFl.15s
Pontoons 76 64
St Mawes
2·0m ° BYB 33
35 58 73 See YB
2·5m 2 14 inset Port
1·5m Falmouth Pendennis Fl.G.2·5s
Haven Marina
Pendennis Castle 9'·
Co
North 15 outer marina G
unt
12 2F.R(vert) 37 Pendennis 61 Carricknath Pt
Quay 2F.R(vert) 91
FS
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06 1 2·0m
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Custom B
09
House 2·0m Fl(2)10s
A Black Rk
Q
Quay Falmouth
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C B
MRCC
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3 61 Fl.R.2·5s
73
Grove St Anthony
Place Boat D
Park
Spoil Ground Pendennis Pt 22 Head
45
22 Iso.WR.15s22m
YC Shag Rk 16/14M Horn30s 8'·5
Swing
National (2)
Bridge Zone Pt
Maritime
Obscd
Museum
Port
Pendennis 156
Marina
Village
Pennance Pt 2'
153
6' 4' 3' 5°0'W
SW England
St Mawes – Falmouth tides
H.W.Hts.m
0 1 2 3 4 5 6
FALMOUTH
M.H.W.S.
M.H.W.N.
0.9 MEAN SPRING
AND NEAP CURVES
0.8
MEAN RANGES
Springs 4.6m
0.7 Neaps 2.3m
CHART DATUM
0.6
Factor
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
M.L.W.N.
M.L.W.S.
0.1
0 1 2 3 L.W. -5h -4h -3h -2h -1h H.W. +1h +2h +3h +4h +5h +6h L.W.
L.W.Hts.m
N FACILITIES UPRIVER TO TRURO See the chartlet overleaf.

Restronguet Creek 50°11´·53N 05°03´·56W, dries completely.
Beware Carrick Carlys Rk 0·8m, 3ca E of ent, marked by NCM and
er
TRURO
SCM posts. Moorings fill the pool (12·4m) so only space to x is
Riv
ST CLEMENT
outside. Pandora Inn e372678, pontoon dries 0·9m, v ! Q T.
Tidal Barrier
(Lts)
River Fal/Truro River At N end of Carrick Roads beware strong
Bar Creek n tides and rips off Turnaware Point and Bar. King Harry chain ferry
03 llia
Yacht ssi
15' Cale Tre has right of way over all passing vessels except those with a pilot
Bu
Stn
nick
Cree aboard. She shows restricted in ability to manoeuvre lights/shapes.
oye
k MALPAS
Rive Fl Y lts indicate her direction of travel. At Tolverne, © at www.
d
0 miles 2000 Tr u ro r
Woodbury smugglersmoorings.co.uk, © £15<9m>£18<12m>£21 per day, y. 2
Pt lit PH buoys mark the shallow water on the large bend where the
0 nautical miles 1
Fal and Truro rivers divide just below midstream u pontoon.
4
Church Creek
G
HM Truro www.portoftruro.co.uk e(01872) 272130 administers 4
50°14'·0N Maggoty Bank Fl.G.5s u pontoons, E of Channals Creek, N of Ruan Creek, off Woodbury
Cowlands Pt and Malpas (max draught 1m): £15/day all LOA; £3 for 2hrs x £6.
Creek
10 visits £120 for pontoon and £50 for anchoring.
l Ruan A pontoon, W bank just S of King Harry ferry, is for tourist access to
Above Turnaware Pt pontoons Fa Creek
er Trelissick House (° Fl R 5s). Tenders may berth on the inshore side;
and Mussel beds are marked by Riv
Fl.R.5s or Fl.G.5s
Smugglers Cottage yachts may berth outboard briefly for G only.
Lamouth
Creek Good xs, £6/day, off Tolcarne Creek, Channals Creek, Tolverne,
TRELISSICK HOUSE King Harry Ruan Creek, Church Creek, Mopus Reach and Malpas.
13' Ferry
Upstream, 8ca NW of Malpas a flood barrier gate is usually open,
Channals
Creek 2 FR/FG (vert). Gate is shut HW ±2¼, and 3 Fl R lts shown, if HW
>5·6m is forecast due to storm surge.
Pill 17 Truro 50°15´·72N 05°02´·85W. HW Truro, Sp & Nps, is approx HW
Creek Turnaware Bar
Restronguet Tolcarne Creek
Falmouth –0022 and –2·0m. Drying & close SW of HM’s office
G
é G j. City z all facilities.
FEOCK
Creek
Loe Fl.G.5s Turnaware
Point
2 Beach G
Pill
12'
Restronguet 14 Fl(3)G.5s
Pandora Inn Pt
Carlys Rks
0
85 Carrick 9
Fl(2)G.10s
G
G Messack
MYLOR Fl.G.15s
BRIDGE 22
23
11' Messack
Point
ST JUST IN
14 St. Just ROSELAND
4' Yacht 5°02'W Pool 1'
Harbour
154
STANDARD TIME (UT) FALMOUTH LAT 50°09’N LONG 5°03’W Dates in red are SPRINGS
For Summer Time add ONE Dates in blue are NEAPS
TIMES AND HEIGHTS OF HIGH AND LOW WATERS
hour in non-shaded areas
YEAR 2023
SW England
GI: Tide tables: Falmouth
JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL
Time m Time m Time m Time m Time m Time m Time m Time m
1 0024
0638
SU 1245
4.1
1.6
4.3
16 0520 1.7
1121 4.3
M 1803 1.7
1 0152
0810
W 1424
4.0
1.8
3.9
16 0045
0724
TH 1327
4.1
1.7
4.1
1 0605 2.0
1150 3.6
W 1839 2.1
16 0519 1.8
1142 3.9
TH 1807 1.9
1 0159
0826
SA 1438
3.9
1.9
3.9
16 0143
0836
SU 1430
4.3
1.2
4.3
1920 1.5 2048 1.7 2011 1.7 2052 1.8 2105 1.2
2 0131
0747
M 1352
4.1
1.6
4.2
17 0004
0636
TU 1233
4.1
1.7
4.3
2 0256
0925
TH 1522
4.2
1.6
4.1
17 0209
0855
F 1448
4.3
1.4
4.3
2 0106
0731
TH 1403
3.8
2.1
3.7
17 0028
0712
F 1321
4.0
1.8
3.9
2 0254
0928
SU 1523
4.2
1.5
4.2
17 0247
0937
M 1524
4.7
0.8
4.6
2027 1.4 1921 1.6 2151 1.5 2131 1.3 2011 2.0 2002 1.8 2146 1.4 2202 0.8
3 0230
0855
TU 1450
4.3
1.5
4.3
18 0117
0756
W 1348
4.2
1.6
4.3
3 0344
1022
F 1608
4.4
1.3
4.3
18 0318
1006
SA 1553
4.6
1.0
4.6
3 0233
0904
F 1504
4.0
1.8
4.0
18 0157
0850
SA 1443
4.3
1.4
4.2
3 0337
1012
M 1602
4.5
1.1
4.5
18 0339
1029
TU 1610
5.0
0.4
4.9
2125 1.3 2035 1.4 2241 1.3 2235 0.9 2130 1.7 2123 1.3 2227 1.1 2251 0.4
4 0319
0951
W 1539
4.4
1.3
4.4
19 0228
0909
TH 1459
4.4
1.3
4.5
4 0426
1107
SA 1649
4.7
1.1
4.5
19 0415
1106
SU 1647
5.0
0.6
4.9
4 0324
1003
SA 1550
4.3
1.4
4.3
19 0305
0957
SU 1543
4.6
0.9
4.6
4 0416
1050
TU 1638
4.8
0.9
4.7
19 0425
1115
W 1651
5.2
0.2
5.1
2215 1.2 2142 1.2 2323 1.1 2330 0.5 2221 1.4 2223 0.8 2304 0.9 2336 0.2
5 0402
1040
TH 1623
4.6
1.1
4.5
20 0331
1014
F 1601
4.7
1.0
4.7
5 0506 4.8
1147 0.9
SU 1728 4.7
20 0506 5.3
1159 0.2
M 1737 5.1
5 0406
1047
SU 1630
4.6
1.1
4.5
20 0359
1052
M 1632
5.0
0.4
4.9
5 0451
1125
W 1713
4.9
0.7
4.8
20 0508 5.3
1158 0.1
TH 1731 5.2
2259 1.1 2242 0.9 9 4 2302 1.1 2315 0.4 2338 0.7 4
6 0442 4.8
1123 1.0
F 1703 4.6
21 0427 5.0
1114 0.7
SA 1657 4.9
6 0000
0544
M 1223
0.9
5.0
0.8
21 0019
0555
TU 1245
0.2
5.5
0.0
6 0445
1125
M 1707
4.8
0.9
4.7
21 0447 5.3
1140 0.1
TU 1717 5.1
6 0525
1157
TH 1745
5.0
0.6
4.9
21 0016
0550
F 1236
0.1
5.3
0.1
9 2339 1.0 4 2339 0.6 1805 4.7 1824 5.2 2338 0.9 4 9 1808 5.2
7 0521 4.9
1203 1.0
SA 1742 4.7
22 0519 5.2
1209 0.4
SU 1750 5.0
7 0032
0620
TU 1253
0.9
5.0
0.8
22 0103
0640
W 1327
0.0
5.6
-0.1
7 0522 5.0
1159 0.7
TU 1743 4.8
22 0000
0533
W 1224
0.1
5.5
-0.1
7 0010
0558
F 1227
0.6
5.0
0.5
22 0052
0628
SA 1310
0.2
5.2
0.3
1840 4.7 1906 5.2 9 1759 5.2 1815 4.9 1842 5.1
8 0014
0559
SU 1238
1.0
4.9
0.9
23 0030
0611
M 1258
0.4
5.4
0.2
8 0100
0652
W 1320
0.9
5.0
0.8
23 0143
0722
TH 1406
0.0
5.5
0.0
8 0009
0557
W 1228
0.8
5.0
0.6
23 0042
0616
TH 1303
0.0
5.5
-0.1
8 0040
0628
SA 1257
0.6
5.0
0.5
23 0126
0703
SU 1341
0.4
5.0
0.6
1819 4.7 1841 5.1 1911 4.7 1943 5.1 1817 4.8 1838 5.3 1841 4.9 1915 5.0
9 0047
0635
M 1310
1.0
5.0
1.0
24 0117
0659
TU 1344
0.3
5.5
0.1
9 0127
0720
TH 1346
0.9
4.9
0.8
24 0219
0759
F 1440
0.2
5.3
0.3
9 0038
0628
TH 1255
0.7
5.0
0.6
24 0119
0655
F 1339
0.0
5.4
0.1
9 0111
0653
SU 1328
0.6
4.9
0.6
24 0157
0734
M 1409
0.7
4.8
0.9
1854 4.6 1928 5.0 1937 4.7 2016 5.0 1847 4.8 1912 5.2 1901 4.9 1946 4.8
10 0117
0708
TU 1339
1.1
4.9
1.0
25 0201
0744
W 1427
0.3
5.4
0.2
10 0155
0744
F 1415
0.9
4.9
0.9
25 0253
0833
SA 1513
0.5
5.1
0.7
10 0105
0655
F 1322
0.7
5.0
0.6
25 0152
0730
SA 1410
0.2
5.2
0.4
10 0143
0715
M 1359
0.7
4.8
0.8
25 0228
0804
TU 1437
1.0
4.5
1.3
1928 4.6 2010 4.9 1957 4.6 2049 4.7 1910 4.8 1944 5.0 1926 4.8 2020 4.6
11 0146
0739
W 1407
1.1
4.8
1.1
26 0242
0826
TH 1508
0.4
5.3
0.4
11 0226
0805
SA 1446
1.0
4.8
1.0
26 0327
0906
SU 1546
0.9
4.7
1.1
11 0133
0717
SA 1350
0.7
4.9
0.7
26 0223
0801
SU 1438
0.5
4.9
0.8
11 0217
0745
TU 1434
0.9
4.6
1.1
26 0300
0840
W 1507
1.4
4.2
1.7
1959 4.5 2051 4.8 2012 4.5 2125 4.4 1923 4.8 2014 4.8 2005 4.6 2101 4.3
12 0216
0810
TH 1439
1.2
4.7
1.2
27 0321
0907
F 1548
0.7
5.0
0.7
12 0259
0828
SU 1522
1.1
4.7
1.2
27 0405
0943
M 1626
1.3
4.3
1.6
12 0202
0732
SU 1420
0.8
4.8
0.8
27 0254
0831
M 1507
0.9
4.6
1.2
12 0257
0834
W 1519
1.2
4.3
1.4
27 0340
0928
TH 1554
1.8
3.9
2.0
2031 4.4 2131 4.5 2044 4.4 5 2210 4.1 1939 4.7 2047 4.5 2107 4.3 5 2155 4.0
13 0249
0843
F 1515
1.3
4.6
1.3
28 0402
0949
SA 1630
1.0
4.7
1.1
13 0339
0909
M 1606
1.3
4.5
1.4
28 0455
1033
TU 1722
1.7
3.9
1.9
13 0234
0755
M 1453
0.9
4.7
1.1
28 0327
0905
TU 1539
1.4
4.2
1.6
13 0352
1002
TH 1624
1.5
4.0
1.8
28 0448
1033
F 1715
2.0
3.7
2.2
2106 4.3 5 2215 4.3 8 2137 4.2 2312 3.8 2012 4.5 2128 4.2 8 2244 4.1 2306 3.9
14 0329
0923
SA 1559
1.5
4.5
1.5
29 0449
1036
SU 1719
1.3
4.3
1.5
14 0432
1018
TU 1707
1.6
4.2
1.7
14 0312
0835
TU 1534
1.2
4.4
1.4
29 0411
0953
W 1629
1.8
3.9
2.0
14 0517
1143
F 1803
1.7
3.8
1.9
29 0611 2.1
1221 3.6
SA 1840 2.1
2152 4.2 2309 4.0 2309 4.0 2103 4.3 5 2226 3.9
15 0417
1016
SU 1654
1.6
4.4
1.6
30 0544 1.6
1135 4.0
M 1818 1.7
15 0546 1.8
1156 4.1
W 1834 1.8
15 0402
0944
W 1633
1.5
4.1
1.7
30 0524
1104
TH 1756
2.1
3.6
2.2
15 0019
0709
SA 1316
4.1
1.6
4.0
30 0054
0729
SU 1353
3.9
1.9
3.9
8 2255 4.1 8 2241 4.0 2356 3.7 1951 1.7 1954 1.9
31 0022
0652
TU 1301
3.9
1.8
3.9
31 0653 2.1
1334 3.6
F 1928 2.2
1931 1.8
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MAY JUNE JULY AUGUST

1 0208
0833
M 1443
4.2
1.6
4.2
16 0222
0907
TU 1458
4.7
0.8
4.6
1 0240
0918
TH 1510
4.5
1.1
4.5
16 0337
1017
F 1600
4.6
0.9
4.7
1 0249
0931
SA 1519
4.5
1.2
4.7
16 0408
1045
SU 1626
4.4
1.2
4.7
1 0431
1112
TU 1652
4.8
0.8
5.2
16 0514 4.7
1155 1.1
W 1728 5.0
2053 1.6 2131 0.9 2139 1.1 2241 0.9 2159 1.1 2312 1.1 9 2343 0.6 4
2 0256
0923
TU 1523
4.4
1.2
4.4
17 0314
0959
W 1543
4.9
0.6
4.8
2 0326
1005
F 1552
4.7
0.9
4.7
17 0423
1104
SA 1641
4.7
0.9
4.8
2 0346
1027
SU 1612
4.7
1.0
4.9
17 0451 4.5
1131 1.1
M 1706 4.8
2 0526
1207
W 1743
5.0
0.6
5.4
17 0017
0552
TH 1228
0.9
4.8
1.0
2141 1.2 2222 0.6 2227 0.9 2327 0.8 2255 0.9 4 2356 1.0 1805 5.0
3 0335
1006
W 1559
4.6
1.0
4.6
18 0400
1046
TH 1624
5.0
0.5
4.9
3 0412
1051
SA 1634
4.8
0.8
4.9
18 0505 4.7
1147 0.9
SU 1721 4.9
3 0441 4.8
1121 0.8
M 1703 5.1
18 0532 4.6
1211 1.1
TU 1745 4.9
3 0035
0618
TH 1256
0.3
5.1
0.4
18 0048
0629
F 1257
0.9
4.8
1.0
2223 1.0 2308 0.5 2314 0.7 4 9 2349 0.7 1834 5.5 1839 5.0
4 0412
1045
TH 1634
4.8
0.8
4.8
19 0444 5.0
1130 0.4
F 1703 5.0
4 0458 4.9
1137 0.7
SU 1719 5.0
19 0008
0546
M 1225
0.9
4.7
0.9
4 0536 4.9
1213 0.7
TU 1755 5.2
19 0034
0611
W 1247
1.0
4.6
1.1
4 0123
0707
F 1341
0.2
5.2
0.3
19 0114
0702
SA 1321
0.9
4.8
1.0
2303 0.8 4 2350 0.5 9 1800 4.9 1823 4.9 1921 5.5 1908 5.0
5 0448 4.9
1123 0.6
F 1708 4.9
20 0525 5.0
1209 0.5
SA 1741 5.0
5 0000
0546
M 1221
0.6
4.9
0.7
20 0047
0625
TU 1301
0.9
4.6
1.0
5 0041
0629
W 1303
0.5
4.9
0.6
20 0109
0648
TH 1318
1.0
4.6
1.1
5 0207
0752
SA 1423
0.1
5.1
0.3
20 0137
0730
SU 1345
0.9
4.8
1.0
9 2341 0.6 1805 5.1 1837 4.9 1846 5.3 1858 4.9 2006 5.4 1933 4.9
6 0525 5.0
1200 0.6
SA 1743 5.0
21 0027
0604
SU 1245
0.5
4.9
0.7
6 0044
0635
TU 1304
0.6
4.9
0.7
21 0122
0701
W 1333
1.0
4.6
1.2
6 0131
0720
TH 1351
0.4
4.9
0.6
21 0138
0722
F 1346
1.0
4.6
1.2
6 0248
0834
SU 1503
0.3
5.0
0.5
21 0202
0752
M 1411
1.0
4.7
1.1
1817 5.0 1852 5.1 1912 4.8 1936 5.3 1930 4.9 2048 5.2 1954 4.8
7 0017
0603
SU 1236
0.6
5.0
0.6
22 0103
0640
M 1318
0.7
4.8
0.9
7 0130
0723
W 1349
0.6
4.8
0.8
22 0155
0735
TH 1404
1.1
4.5
1.3
7 0219
0809
F 1437
0.4
4.9
0.6
22 0205
0754
SA 1412
1.1
4.6
1.2
7 0328
0913
M 1543
0.6
4.8
0.8
22 0230
0808
TU 1442
1.1
4.6
1.2
1818 5.0 1852 4.9 1940 5.0 1947 4.7 2024 5.2 2000 4.8 2129 4.9 2014 4.7
8 0054
0641
M 1312
0.6
4.9
0.7
23 0137
0714
TU 1348
0.9
4.6
1.1
8 0217
0813
TH 1437
0.7
4.6
0.9
23 0227
0810
F 1434
1.3
4.4
1.4
8 0306
0858
SA 1523
0.5
4.7
0.7
23 0232
0823
SU 1440
1.2
4.5
1.3
8 0409
0954
TU 1627
0.9
4.5
1.2
23 0302
0829
W 1517
1.3
4.5
1.4
1854 5.0 1926 4.8 2031 4.9 2022 4.6 2114 5.0 2030 4.7 8 2213 4.5 2045 4.5
9 0131
0719
TU 1349
0.7
4.8
0.8
24 0209
0747
W 1418
1.1
4.4
1.4
9 0309
0908
F 1530
0.9
4.5
1.1
24 0259
0848
SA 1509
1.4
4.3
1.6
9 0353
0948
SU 1611
0.7
4.6
0.9
24 0303
0853
M 1514
1.3
4.4
1.4
9 0454
1043
W 1719
1.3
4.3
1.5
24 0341
0913
TH 1603
1.5
4.3
1.7
1934 4.8 2001 4.6 2127 4.7 2101 4.5 2205 4.8 2103 4.6 2309 4.2 5 2144 4.3
10 0212
0804
W 1430
0.9
4.5
1.1
25 0242
0823
TH 1451
1.4
4.2
1.6
10 0407
1010
SA 1630
1.0
4.3
1.3
25 0338
0932
SU 1551
1.5
4.1
1.7
10 0443
1042
M 1703
0.9
4.4
1.2
25 0340
0930
TU 1555
1.4
4.3
1.6
10 0549
1151
TH 1822
1.7
4.1
1.8
25 0434
1039
F 1711
1.8
4.2
1.9
2023 4.7 2040 4.4 8 2231 4.6 2147 4.3 8 2301 4.6 5 2146 4.4 2324 4.1
11 0259
0901
TH 1522
1.1
4.3
1.4
26 0321
0908
F 1533
1.6
4.0
1.8
11 0510
1118
SU 1735
1.2
4.2
1.3
26 0426
1024
M 1645
1.6
4.1
1.8
11 0536 1.2
1141 4.3
TU 1759 1.4
26 0426
1021
W 1648
1.6
4.2
1.7
11 0036
0657
F 1328
3.9
1.9
4.0
26 0555 2.0
1211 4.1
SA 1848 1.9
2126 4.4 2128 4.2 2339 4.5 5 2241 4.3 2245 4.3 1941 1.9
12 0401
1014
F 1632
1.4
4.1
1.6
27 0413
1005
SA 1633
1.8
3.9
2.0
12 0615 1.2
1227 4.2
M 1841 1.3
27 0523
1121
TU 1747
1.7
4.0
1.8
12 0004
0636
W 1248
4.4
1.4
4.2
27 0526
1127
TH 1757
1.7
4.1
1.8
12 0206
0822
SA 1438
3.9
1.9
4.2
27 0054
0735
SU 1336
4.1
1.9
4.3
8 2243 4.3 5 2227 4.1 2340 4.2 1903 1.5 2356 4.2 2112 1.7 2022 1.7
13 0523 1.5
1139 4.0
SA 1757 1.6
28 0519
1113
SU 1744
1.9
3.8
2.0
13 0047
0723
TU 1331
4.5
1.2
4.3
28 0626 1.7
1222 4.1
W 1854 1.7
13 0115
0742
TH 1356
4.2
1.5
4.2
28 0640 1.7
1239 4.2
F 1917 1.8
13 0307
0939
SU 1529
4.1
1.7
4.4
28 0219
0858
M 1449
4.3
1.6
4.7
2334 4.1 1949 1.2 2014 1.5 2215 1.5 2136 1.2
14 0005
0650
SU 1259
4.3
1.4
4.1
29 0627 1.8
1227 3.9
M 1852 1.9
14 0150
0827
W 1427
4.5
1.1
4.4
29 0042
0731
TH 1323
4.3
1.6
4.2
14 0223
0851
F 1454
4.2
1.4
4.4
29 0111
0757
SA 1353
4.3
1.6
4.4
14 0355
1033
M 1611
4.3
1.4
4.7
29 0327
1005
TU 1547
4.6
1.1
5.0
1922 1.5 2053 1.1 1959 1.6 2123 1.4 2033 1.5 2302 1.2 2237 0.8
15 0120
0805
M 1405
4.4
1.1
4.3
30 0043
0730
TU 1334
4.1
1.6
4.1
15 0247
0925
TH 1516
4.6
1.0
4.6
30 0147
0833
F 1424
4.4
1.4
4.4
15 0319
0952
SA 1543
4.3
1.3
4.5
30 0227
0908
SU 1500
4.4
1.4
4.6
15 0436
1117
TU 1650
4.5
1.2
4.9
30 0422
1103
W 1638
4.9
0.7
5.4
2033 1.2 1954 1.7 2150 1.0 2101 1.3 2222 1.3 2142 1.2 2342 1.0 2332 0.4
31 0147
0827
W 1426
4.3
1.4
4.3
31 0333
1013
M 1558
4.6
1.1
4.9
31 0512 5.1
1154 0.4
TH 1727 5.6
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1 0020
0601
F 1240
0.1
5.3
0.2
16 0018
0602
SA 1228
0.8
5.0
0.9
1 0040
0617
SU 1257
0.0
5.4
0.1
16 0011
0602
M 1225
0.7
5.0
0.8
1 0124
0659
W 1342
0.7
5.2
0.7
16 0052
0642
TH 1312
0.8
5.0
0.8
1 0137
0714
F 1400
1.1
4.9
1.1
16 0126
0719
SA 1354
0.8
5.1
0.8
1815 5.7 1812 5.1 1833 5.6 1812 5.1 1918 4.9 1902 4.8 1934 4.5 1947 4.7
2 0105
0645
SA 1322
0.0
5.4
0.1
17 0043
0634
SU 1253
0.8
5.0
0.9
2 0118
0654
M 1334
0.1
5.4
0.3
17 0040
0630
TU 1254
0.8
5.0
0.8
2 0156
0732
TH 1416
1.0
5.0
1.1
17 0128
0720
F 1350
1.0
4.9
1.0
2 0210
0750
SA 1435
1.3
4.8
1.4
17 0210
0806
SU 1441
0.9
5.0
0.9
1859 5.7 1841 5.1 1911 5.4 1840 5.0 1950 4.6 1944 4.6 2011 4.3 2037 4.6
3 0145
0725
SU 1400
0.0
5.3
0.2
18 0108
0701
M 1318
0.8
4.9
0.9
3 0152
0728
TU 1407
0.4
5.2
0.6
18 0109
0654
W 1324
0.9
4.9
0.9
3 0228
0807
F 1452
1.4
4.7
1.5
18 0207
0805
SA 1434
1.2
4.8
1.2
3 0244
0829
SU 1513
1.6
4.6
1.6
18 0258
0857
M 1533
1.1
4.9
1.0
1940 5.5 1904 5.0 1945 5.1 1904 4.8 2026 4.3 2036 4.4 2054 4.1 2132 4.4
4 0222
0801
M 1436
0.2
5.2
0.4
19 0134
0719
TU 1345
0.9
4.8
1.0
4 0224
0800
W 1441
0.8
5.0
1.0
19 0139
0717
TH 1356
1.0
4.8
1.1
4 0303
0848
SA 1535
1.7
4.4
1.8
19 0253
0902
SU 1530
1.4
4.6
1.5
4 0323
0915
M 1600
1.8
4.4
1.8
19 0352 1.2
0954 4.7
TU 1631 1.2
2017 5.2 1921 4.9 2016 4.7 1928 4.7 2113 4.0 2143 4.2 2149 3.9 5 2235 4.3
5 0256
0834
TU 1511
0.6
4.9
0.8
20 0202
0730
W 1415
1.0
4.8
1.1
5 0255
0833
TH 1517
1.3
4.7
1.4
20 0212
0749
F 1433
1.2
4.7
1.3
5 0350 2.1
0941 4.2
SU 1638 2.1
20 0356 1.7
1011 4.4
M 1645 1.6
5 0414
1010
TU 1659
2.0
4.2
2.0
20 0453
1056
W 1734
1.4
4.6
1.3
2051 4.9 1937 4.7 2050 4.3 2011 4.4 8 2220 3.7 5 2301 4.1 8 2256 3.9 2342 4.2
6 0331 1.1
0909 4.6
W 1550 1.3
21 0232
0753
TH 1449
1.2
4.6
1.4
6 0331 1.7
0914 4.4
F 1603 1.9
21 0252
0850
SA 1522
1.6
4.4
1.6
6 0502 2.3
1053 4.0
M 1757 2.2
21 0517 1.8
1126 4.4
TU 1810 1.6
6 0521
1116
W 1807
2.1
4.1
1.9
21 0559 1.5
1203 4.5
TH 1841 1.3
8 2127 4.4 2010 4.5 8 2137 3.9 2138 4.1
7 0411
0952
TH 1639
1.6
4.3
1.8
22 0309 1.5
0839 4.4
F 1533 1.7
7 0422
1011
SA 1712
2.1
4.0
2.2
22 0350 1.9
1018 4.2
SU 1641 1.9
7 0024
0625
TU 1242
3.7
2.3
4.0
22 0021
0642
W 1241
4.1
1.7
4.5
7 0012
0631
TH 1226
3.9
2.1
4.1
22 0050
0709
F 1311
4.2
1.4
4.4
2214 4.0 5 2114 4.2 2253 3.6 5 2312 3.9 1919 2.0 1928 1.3 1913 1.8 1951 1.3
8 0504
1052
F 1745
2.0
4.0
2.1
23 0401
1019
SA 1643
1.9
4.2
2.0
8 0542 2.4
1155 3.9
SU 1843 2.3
23 0526 2.1
1146 4.2
M 1833 1.9
8 0139
0743
W 1352
3.9
2.0
4.2
23 0132
0756
TH 1348
4.3
1.4
4.7
8 0122
0737
F 1333
4.0
1.9
4.3
23 0155
0819
SA 1415
4.3
1.3
4.5
2341 3.7 2314 4.0 2024 1.7 2033 1.1 2013 1.6 2055 1.2
9 0618 2.2
1300 3.9
SA 1915 2.2
24 0530 2.1
1157 4.1
SU 1839 2.0
9 0126
0720
M 1346
3.7
2.3
4.0
24 0043
0714
TU 1309
4.0
1.9
4.4
9 0229
0843
TH 1441
4.2
1.7
4.5
24 0230
0859
F 1445
4.6
1.1
4.9
9 0217
0835
SA 1429
4.3
1.6
4.4
24 0252
0923
SU 1513
4.5
1.2
4.6
2035 2.0 2002 1.5 2112 1.4 2129 0.8 2104 1.4 2152 1.0
10 0152
0800
SU 1418
3.7
2.2
4.1
25 0050
0728
M 1325
4.0
2.0
4.3
10 0225
0851
TU 1440
4.0
2.0
4.4
25 0202
0832
W 1418
4.3
1.4
4.8
10 0310
0929
F 1522
4.5
1.4
4.7
25 0319
0953
SA 1535
4.8
0.8
5.0
10 0304
0926
SU 1517
4.5
1.4
4.6
25 0342
1019
M 1603
4.7
1.0
4.6
2109 1.9 2018 1.6 2125 1.6 2106 1.0 2153 1.1 2219 0.6 2150 1.1 2243 0.9
11 0252
0928
M 1509
4.0
1.8
4.4
26 0216
0851
TU 1437
4.3
1.5
4.7
11 0309
0939
W 1522
4.3
1.6
4.7
26 0259
0931
TH 1512
4.7
1.0
5.1
11 0347
1010
SA 1559
4.7
1.1
4.9
26 0403
1042
SU 1621
5.0
0.6
5.1
11 0345
1013
M 1601
4.7
1.1
4.8
26 0426
1109
TU 1649
4.8
0.9
4.7
2200 1.5 2127 1.1 2203 1.2 2159 0.6 2231 0.9 2305 0.6 2234 1.0 2329 0.9
12 0336
1015
TU 1551
4.3
1.5
4.7
27 0318
0953
W 1533
4.7
1.1
5.1
12 0347
1017
TH 1559
4.6
1.2
4.9
27 0345
1022
F 1559
5.0
0.6
5.3
12 0423
1049
SU 1635
4.9
1.0
5.0
27 0444
1127
M 1704
5.1
0.6
5.1
12 0425
1058
TU 1644
4.9
0.9
4.9
27 0507 4.9
1154 0.8
W 1731 4.7
2240 1.2 2223 0.6 2238 1.0 2247 0.4 2307 0.8 9 2348 0.6 4 2318 0.8 9
13 0415
1054
W 1628
4.6
1.2
4.9
28 0407
1046
TH 1621
5.0
0.6
5.4
13 0422
1053
F 1635
4.8
1.0
5.0
28 0428
1109
SA 1644
5.2
0.4
5.4
13 0457
1125
M 1711
5.0
0.8
5.0
28 0524 5.1
1209 0.6
TU 1745 5.0
13 0506
1142
W 1728
5.0
0.8
4.9
28 0011
0547
TH 1235
0.9
5.0
0.8
2316 1.0 2313 0.3 2312 0.8 9 2332 0.2 4 2342 0.8 1811 4.7
14 0451
1129
TH 1704
4.8
1.0
5.1
29 0452
1134
F 1707
5.3
0.3
5.6
14 0457
1126
SA 1709
5.0
0.9
5.1
29 0509 5.3
1152 0.3
SU 1726 5.4
14 0531 5.0
1201 0.8
TU 1747 5.0
29 0027
0602
W 1248
0.7
5.1
0.7
14 0000
0550
TH 1225
0.8
5.1
0.7
29 0049
0625
F 1312
0.9
5.0
0.9
2349 0.8 9 2358 0.1 4 2343 0.8 1824 4.9 1814 4.9 1848 4.7
15 0527 4.9
1201 0.9
F 1739 5.1
30 0536 5.4
1218 0.1
SA 1751 5.7
15 0531 5.0
1157 0.8
SU 1741 5.1
30 0012
0548
M 1231
0.2
5.3
0.3
15 0017
0606
W 1236
0.8
5.1
0.8
30 0103
0638
TH 1324
0.9
5.1
0.9
15 0043
0633
F 1309
0.8
5.1
0.7
30 0123
0702
SA 1347
1.0
5.0
1.0
4 1807 5.3 1824 4.9 1900 4.7 1900 4.8 1923 4.6
31 0050
0624
TU 1308
0.4
5.3
0.4
31 0155
0737
SU 1418
1.1
4.9
1.1
1844 5.1 1958 4.5

Mevagissey – Fowey
9.1.12 MEVAGISSEY MEVAGISSEY N

Cornwall 50°16’·16N 04°46’·93W 1122333 37
CHARTS AC 1267, 148, 147, 5602; Imray C10, C6, 2400 Inner
16'·2 Nor th
2 Pier
TIDES –0600 Dover; ML 3·1; Duration 0600 15 Harbour
y Black
ua Rk
Standard Port PLYMOUTH { 23 Q 04
07 43
East
Times Height (metres) 06 27 Fl(2)10s
y
09
ua
05 15 9m12M
tQ
Outer Harbour 21 Dia (1)
es
0000 0600 0000 0600 5·5 4·4 2·2 0·8
W
30s (occas)
06
ier
1200 1800 1200 1800 21
aP
Differences MEVAGISSEY
ori
Shellfish Storage Area
t
–0015 –0020 –0010 –0005 –0·1 –0·1 –0·2 –0·1
Vic
0 metres 100
50°16'·1N
HM Ch 16
SHELTER Exposed only to E‘lies; if >F3 go to Fowey. Appr in strong 47'·2 0 cables 0·5 04°47'W 46'·9
SE’lies is dangerous. Access all tides.
NAVIGATION Avoid fish farms in the St Austell Bay and wildlife boats use pier as early/late temporary berth to catch tide for entry/
monitoring buoys. WPT 50°16´·16N 04°45´·98W, 270°/6ca to Victoria exit. Bilge keelers/cats can dry out on sandy beach, SE side of W
pier head. Beware rky ledges off N Quay. Speed limit 3kn. Quay on request to HM. There are 2 trots of 3 cylindrical as off
N Pier: moor fore & aft, rafting possible. Additional trot for RIBs
LIGHTS AND MARKS As chartlet and 9.1.4. S Pier lt ho is conspic.
by arrangement. RNLI lifejacket lockers.
COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01726) Dr 75555. HM e843305. No x inside the hbr due to overcrowding and many FVs. x off is
Ch 16 14 (Summer 0900-1800. Winter 0900-1700); call HM for berth. only advised in settled weather with no E in the wind.
FACILITIES www.mevagisseyharbour.co.uk meva.harbour@talk21.com Inner Hbr (dries 1·5m) reserved for FVs, unless taking on G. = ) ä
Outer Hbr Victoria Pier is heavily used by fishing boats u may berth Ü g(1t) F. H j on W Quay; key held at HM Office.
only with prior permission in about 2m, £20 all LOAs, short stay Village i Y ! v Ice Q T @, Q (Jun-Sep1000-1430, Oct-May1000-
free. Keep clear of P hose and pleasure boats at inner end. Fishing 1300), z (bus to St Austell), X Newquay.
MINOR HARBOURS AND ANCHORAGES FROM ST ANTHONY HEAD MINOR HARBOURS BETWEEN MEVAGISSEY AND FOWEY
TO MEVAGISSEY
PORTSCATHO, Cornwall, 50°10´·84N 04°58´·32W. AC 1267, 154, CHARLESTOWN, Cornwall, 50°19´·84N 04°45´·35W. AC 1267,
5602. HW –0600 on Dover, HW –0025 and –0·2m on Plymouth; ML 148, 31. HW –0555 on Dover, –0010 on Plymouth; HW –0·1m on
3·0m; Duration 0550. Small drying hbr, but in settled weather and Plymouth; ML 3·1m; Duration 0605. HM e01726 70241, VHF Ch
offshore winds pick up a a or x outside moorings in good holding. 14, 16 (HW –2, only when vessel expected).
No lts. HM e(01872) 580243. Facilities: = G Ä Ç Y Q 1000-1230 Formerly a china clay port, Charlestown is a privately owned
Mon, Wed, Fri ! Q T. harbour and UNESCO Heritage site run primarily as a visitor
GORRAN HAVEN, Cornwall, 50°14´·49N 04°47´·16W. AC 1267, 148, attraction. Used for films, three historic vessels are moored there.
5602. HW –0600 on Dover, HW –0010 and –0·1m on Plymouth. Berthing is by appointment with the HM for a minimum of 4 wks
Shelter good with flat sand beach for drying out in offshore wind; or for specific events. Shorter stays and occasional access are not
good x 100 to 500m E of harbour. Not suitable x when wind is permitted. Transit the gate only with HM’s agreement. Avoid
in E. Beware Gwineas Rk and Yaw Rk marked by ECM lt buoy. mussel farms to the East end of the bay off Black Head and be
Beware pot markers on appr. Fin keelers without legs should not especially careful in SE’lies when the appr is difficult and the
x closer than 300m from hbr wall where depth is 1·8m at MLWS. harbour gate shuts. Bkwtrs 2FG and 2FR(vert) 5m 1M. Facilities:
Facilities: Y ! Q T. www.charlestownharbour.com; & £1.25/ft/wk, G Ä Ç Q T.
PORTMELLON, Cornwall, 50°15´·74N 04°46´·98W. AC1267, 148,
PAR, Cornwall, 50°20´·61N 04°42´·06W. AC 1267, 148, 31. HW
5602. HW –0600 on Dover, HW –0010 and –0·1m on Plymouth; ML
–0555 on Dover. The harbour dries 1·2m and should only be used
3·1m; Duration 0600. Shelter good but only suitable as a temp x in
in an emergency for yachts. There are plans for a marina, but
settled weather and offshore winds. Facilities: Q T (summer). possibly not for several years. Beware Killyvarder Rock (dries 2·4m)
POLKERRIS, Cornwall, 50°20’·15N 04°41’·40W. AC 148. Tides as 3ca SE of ent, marked by unlit SHM bn. Only enter by day, in calm
Charlestown/Par. Very good õ in NE/SE winds. Facilities: Q T. weather with offshore winds. Facilities in village.
GUNNERY RANGE OFF DODMAN PT AND GRIBBIN HEAD

Naval gunnery practice takes place to seaward of Dodman Point Warships, from a position some 2·5 to 9M SSE of Gribbin Hd, fire
and Gribbin Head, under the control of Flag Officer Sea Training WSW at 3 target buoys: A Fl Y 10s 50°08´·53N 04°46´·37W; B Fl Y
(FOST), HMS Drake, Plymouth PL2 2BG. For info e(01752) 557550 5s 50°10´·31N 04°45´·00W; and C Fl Y 2s 50°10´·41N 04°47´·51W,
(H24) or call FOST OPS on VHF Ch 74, which is monitored by all about 3·7M SSE of Dodman Pt.
warships in the exercise areas S of Plymouth. If safety criteria cannot be met, eg owing to vessels in the range
Firing is by day only, approx 1-2 times per week, in a 2hrs block, area, firing will not take place. A helicopter provides range safety
although actual firing only lasts about 15 mins. Planned firings are surveillance. A range safety boat will advise other craft of firings
broadcast in Gunfacts and Navtex. Advance details are also printed and may suggest a course alteration to clear the area. Yachts are
in local newspapers and are available from HMs at Fowey, Looe, legally entitled to transit the range area without undue delay.
Polperro and Mevagissey. Firings are not planned for 2 weeks at
Christmas and 4 weeks in August.
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9.1.13 FOWEY Royal Fowey YC e833573, G j Q T e832245 Cafe.

Cornwall 50°19’·65N 04°38’·54W 111222333 Fowey Gallants SC e832335, j Q T.
Services M, i F ACA, T Ü = : è ä g (15t).
CHARTS AC 1267, 148, 31, 5602; Imray C10, C6, 2400
SW England
Town Q T Y Q z (bus to Par), X (Newquay).
Standard Port PLYMOUTH {
Golant
Times Height (metres) Quay
11
0000 0600 0000 0600 5·5 4·4 2·2 0·8 S
M Pen
1200 1800 1200 1800 po ll Cr M 41
eek
Differences FOWEY 27 5
–0010 –0015 –0010 –0005 –0·1 –0·1 –0·2 –0·2
LOSTWITHIEL
+0005 –0010 DR DR –4·1 –4·1 DR DR N
PAR 32
S
–0010 –0015 –0010 –0005 –0·4 –0·4 –0·4 –0·2 17
SHELTER Good at Mixtow in all winds. Lower hbr exposed to S–SW,

S and SW’ly gales can cause heavy swell and confused seas, especially 0 500
on the ebb. Entry H24 at any tide in almost any conditions. metres
21' cables
NAVIGATION WPT 50°19´·33N 04°38´·80W, 027°/7ca through hbr Quay
0 2
ent to Whitehouse Pt Dir lt in W sector. Appr in W sector of Fowey lt
HM Ch 12
Moorings
ho. 3M E of ent beware Udder Rk marked by SCM lt buoy. From SW
Reach
35
beware Cannis Rk (4ca SE of Gribbin Hd) marked by SCM lt buoy.
Entering hbr, keep well clear of Punch Cross Rks to stbd. Fowey is
an's
a busy commercial clay port with ship movements day and night. Mixtow Mixtow
em
Pill
Speed limit 6kn. Give way to the Bodinnick–Caffa-Mill ferry.
Wis
Dredged
Wiseman's to 2·2m
Unmarked, mostly drying chan is navigable up to Golant (1M N of 93 Pt
Wiseman’s Pt), but moorings restrict x space. Access on the tide by
Pontoon
shoal draught to Lerryn (1·6M) and Lostwithiel (3M) (17m power
cables and 4.8m rail bridge). 75
LIGHTS AND MARKS See chartlet and 9.1.4. A daymark RW twr 33m Fowey Docks
Pontoon
on Gribbin Hd (1·3M WSW of hbr ent) is conspic from seaward, as is
a white house 3ca E of hbr ent. Fowey light house is conspicuous. 20'·5
The W sector (022°-032°) of Whitehouse Pt dir lt leads through the
200m wide harbour entrance. At the entrance, St Catherine’s Point Fuel pontoon 72
is a lamp box; Lamp Rock is on a G bcn. At Whitehouse Pt a conspic Iso.G.2s5m2M
radar and CCTV mast monitors traffic in the entrance. Caffa-Mill
BODINNICK
COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01726) E 832241 Dr 829272 HM 832471. 67
Fowey Hbr Radio Ch 12 16 (HO). Hbr Patrol (0900-2000LT) Ch 12.
1
Water taxi (07774 906730) Ch 06. Pilots & Tugs Ch 09, 12. Berril's BY
67
Fowey Gallants SC
FACILITIES from seaward: 1
Polruan Quay (E bank) short stay (2 hrs) pontoon, = G g(3t). Albert
wey
Toms BY e870232, y = & j v P P ä : è Ü g(50t) F. FOWEY Place House Quay

River Fo
Tower
4
FOWEY as (B) are marked ‘FHC VISITORS’. 3 x u pontoons are Tower & FS
2F.R 63
in situ May-Oct. Berth/moor as directed by Hbr Patrol. Average o/ S. Fimbarrus Ch
Town Penleath Pt
night fees on a/pontoon: £2·00/m, but £2·60/m on Mixtow Pill,
Royal Fowey YC Quay Refuse
07 83 Barge Pont Pill
inc free wi-fi. Loyalty card gives free night for Radar/CCTV Moorings07
50°20'·0N Whitehouse Pt Swing Buoy 25
six nights berthing. Iso.WRG.3s11m11-8M 2FR.(vert) 23
28 4m8M 13
Pont Pill, on the E side, offers double-berth fore 21 Brawn Pt
and aft as and & in 2m on two 36m floating 78
3
Patent Slipway
pontoons; there is also a refuse barge. 37 15
Polruan Pool
Albert Quay HM’s Office, y G. The ‘T’ shaped 37
Small Craft Mooring
landing pontoon is for short stay (2 hrs). Off the Neptune Pt 76 Town Quay 2F.G
27
E bank is a trot of blue swinging as (1-50) and 3 Mundy Rocks
Ca 02 Shipbuilders Yard
x 36m floating pontoons (Underhills). 13 Polr stle(
ua r u)
Pontoon
Fl.R.2·5s G n
Fuel Pontoon W bank 100m N of Caffa Mill H24 St Catherine’s Pt FI.G.5s3m2M t
P
POLRUAN
P only, self-service card sales only. Fowey Lighthouse Lamp Rk
LFI.WR.5s28m11/9M W
NCI
Berrills BY short stay (2 hrs 0800-1800) then 74
Punch Cross
overnight u £2·70/m landing pontoon, ) access, 24 Rocks
76 White House Conspic
250m N of Albert Quay, é G Ä oil disposal. 3
64
Midway between Bodinnick and Mixtow Pill a 3
73 Washing Rocks
88
sheltered double-sided pontoon (Gridiron) is off 37
the E bank with 100m of u on its W side. 28
46 27 3
Mixtow Pill (5ca upriver) 135m walk-ashore 3
107 49
pontoon in 2·2m, u S side. j é G P F Ü e(15t) 09 Wk 11
91 PA
by arrangement. a 30m N of Wiseman’s Point. (Apr-Oct) 91
4
39'·0 6 38'·5 4º38'·0W 37'·5
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Polperro – Plymouth
9.1.14 POLPERRO CHARTS AC 1267, 148, 5602; Imray C10, C6, 2400
Cornwall, 50°19´·78N 04°30´·79W 112233 TIDES HW –0554 on Dover; ML 3·1m; Duration 0610
HW –0007 and –0·2m on Plymouth; .
4°31'W
30'.7 Harbour dries about 2m; depth 2·5m at MHWN.
0 metres 200
POLPERRO SHELTER Good. Entrance is 9·8m wide (protected by gate in bad
50°19'.9N weather, but inner basin remains tidal). 6©, 3 either side of fairway.
Training Wall
Small
23 Craft
0 cables 1 Moor fore and aft between 2 of the buoys on one side using short
Moorings lines taking care not to obstruct the channel. Berths limited inside
' 14 ier
Storm Gate
harbour, alongside may be achieved briefly inside W Pier.
st P
We
N 14 F.R.4m4M East NAVIGATION WPT 50°19´·74N 04°30´·72W, 310°/2ca to inner
02 Pier Scilly Cove Steps basin. Beware The Raney, rocks W of ent, and rks to E.
28 Iso.WR
38 48 6s30m7M LIGHTS AND MARKS See chartlet and 9.1.4. Spy House Pt shows
1 W to seaward (288°-060°) with R sectors inshore. Outermost ©s lit
Peak Rock R/G either side of chan. A FR light shows on the W pier hd.
25 28 19'.8
25
Chapel W Spy COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01503) HM e(01503) 272423 mob 07966
44 26 The an 14 House Pt 528045 Ch 16 (occas).
Hill 27 in d E
Raney lin Pi
48 8 1 e 31 er h 72 FACILITIES HM on Fish Quay, www.polperro.org; &£15. G on quays.
The Polca 0° ds
Butts Point Village Y Q T.
9.1.15 LOOE FACILITIES u berth on W Quay, marked VISITORS, £20·00 all

LOA, dries about 3·3m, sloping gently to firm, level sand; rafting
Cornwall 50°21’·04N 04°27’·03W 112233 is possible and frequently practised.
CHARTS AC 1267, 148, 147, 5602; Imray C10, C6, 2400 W Quay = G Ä Ç i ä(Wood) : è T.
TIDES –0538 Dover; ML 3·0; Duration 0610 E Quay = For FVs, but access HW ±3 for P g(3t).
Standard Port PLYMOUTH { Looe SC www.looesailing club.co.uk e262559 y Q T.
Town Y Q ! v Q T @ z.
High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS 2 Stone bridge
0000 0600 0000 0600 5·5 4·4 2·2 0·8
24
1200 1800 1200 1800 05
21'·3
Differences LOOE
Guildhall
–0010 –0010 –0005 –0005 –0·1 –0·2 –0·2 –0·2
WHITSAND BAY Grid EAST LOOE
0000 0000 0000 0000 0·0 +0·1 –0·1 +0·2
River Lo
Fish Market
34
SHELTER Good, but uncomfortable in strong SE winds. x in 2m E
oe
of the pier hd; no x in hbr. 02 06

St Mary’s Church
NAVIGATION WPT 50°20´·68N 04°25´·60W, 290°/1·0M to hbr ent. St Nicholas' Ch 34
(TR&FS) 06
The outer chan has rky outcrops and dries 0·7m. At night appr in Steps 24
W sector (267°-313°) of Banjo Pier hd lt. Ent is dangerous in strong 15
Causeway
SE’lies, when seas break heavily on the bar. From W, beware The N 49 Pen Rocks
Ranneys, reef extending 500m SE of Looe Is, marked by SCM buoy 18 03 09
Ba
Q (6) + L Fl 15s. 3ca NE of hbr ent, avoid the Limmicks, rks extending njo
Pie 3
06 r 1512M
1½ca offshore. Do not attempt the rky passage between Looe Is Oc.WR.3s8m
03 24
and the mainland except with local knowledge and at HW. At sp, Siren(2)30s
(fishing) 15
ebb tide runs up to 5kn. Speed limit in the harbour is 5 mph. 34
Nailzee Pt 09
50°21'·0N Fl.R.3s
LIGHTS AND MARKS See chartlet and 9.1.4. Looe Island (aka St WEST LOOE 03
George’s Is) is conspic (45m), 8ca S of the ent. Mid Main ECM lt bcn 27 3
4
is off Hannafore Pt, halfway between pier hd and Looe Is. Siren 0 400
(2) 30s (fishing) at Nailzee Pt. No lts inside hbr. metres
R
cables
COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01503) Dr 263195. HM: Ch 16 (occas). 0 2
HM www.looecornwall.com e262839, mob 07918 7289550 OH. HM Ch 16 27 37
27'·3 4º27'·0W
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9.1.16 PLYMOUTH CHARTS AC 1267, 1613, 5602, 1900, 30, 1902, 1901, 1967, 871;
Imray C10, C14, C6, 2400
Devon 50°20’·04N 04°10’·07W (W Chan) 111222333
50°20’·04N 04°08’·07W (E Chan) TIDES –0540 Dover; ML 3·3; Duration 0610
Standard Port PLYMOUTH {
SW England
N High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS
0000 0600 0000 0600 5·5 4·4 2·2 0·8
Jubilee Green 1200 1800 1200 1800
Differences BOVISAND PIER
Q.R –0010 –0010 –0008 –0009 –0·1 0·0 +0·2 +0·2
Saltash Fl.R.5s Tamar road bridge
Saltash SC
Royal Albert rail bridge
30m clearance
TURNCHAPEL (Cattewater)
0000 0000 +0010 –0015 0·0 +0·1 +0·2 +0·1
Fl.R.2·5s TRSC
53 metres
0 2000 JUPITER POINT (R Lynher)
+0010 +0005 0000 –0005 0·0 0·0 +0·1 0·0
r
Tama
cables
24' Fl.WRG.2s 0 10 ST GERMANS (R Lynher)
Bull
0000 0000 +0020 +0020 –0·3 –0·1 0·0 +0·2
River
Point
HM Ch 13 SALTASH (R Tamar)
Radio Tr
R iver 4 (conspic) 0000 +0010 0000 –0005 +0·1 +0·1 +0·1 +0·1
er Q.R
R LOPWELL (R Tavy)
nh
Ly
Fl.WRG.2s
ND ND DR DR –2·6 –2·7 DR DR
CARGREEN (R Tamar)
Q.WRG
Jupiter 0000 +0010 +0020 +0020 0·0 0·0 –0·1 0·0
Ha
Point HM
Dockyard
COTEHELE QUAY (R Tamar)
0000 +0020 +0045 +0045 –0·9 –0·9 –0·8 –0·4
mo
2FR
(vert)
NOTE: Winds from SE to W increase the flood and retard the ebb;
az
23'
2FR vice versa in winds from the NW to E.
e
(vert) Flagstaff
Steps
Devonport In Plymouth Sound N all traffic N of the Breakwater conforms
to IRPC Rule 9 for ‘Narrow channels’. There is extensive CCTV
Torpoint
Chain Ferry coverage of all the enclosed waters.
Torpoint
Mosquito Yacht
SC PLYMOUTH See separate chartlet
Harbour
Mayflower Sutton Harbour
Marina Marina Queens Anne's
2F.G DirWRG King Point Battery Marina
(vert) Marina Smeaton Lock
22' St John’s Dir.Q.WRG Tr Yacht Haven Quay
Long OcG Dir.F.WRG
Lake Fl.R
Room Millbay
ym
Q.R Oc.R.8s
Dir.WRG
Pl
R R
er
Cattewat
R.
Q Fl.R Q.G
Cremyll Q.WRG FS Plymouth
Fl.G Q.G Fl(2)R.10s Mount Yacht Haven
Fl.R.2s R Batten
G G DirF.WRG
R Drake's
Southdown Q.WG Island
Marina Fl(4)R.10s
ke
Ldg Lts
Mount
La
Fl.R.4s Wk Note: anchoring and

Multihull Fl(3)G.10s
ok
Edgcumbe Dir.WRG R Fl.G.6s fishing is prohibited

ro
Centre Q.R in all main channels

Raveness Q.G
illb
G
349°
M
50°21' N Fl(2)Bu.5s Obst

The Bridge 7 88 Radio
Masts
(red lights)
Note: lights shown Fl(2)WRG.10s Fort
16m11/6/6M (conspic) Dir.WRG.13/5/5M
as Dir.WRG are and Fl(2)Bu5s10M
sectored in the Maker
Fl.R.2s VQ(9) Withy hedge
following manner: F.G 10s
Al.GW R Wall (conspic)
FW
Al.WR R Fl(2)R.10s E YBY
l
a
ne
F.R Bovisand
Pier
an
Staddon Pt
te
Ch
Cawsand Q(9)15s
rn
20' Fl.WR.10s19m12/9M Plymouth Breakwater

Horn(1)15s Oc.WRG.
65 10s
LFl.WR.10s
4 9m8/6M
Pas
5 4
64
rn
sage
ste
Fl.G.5s Knap Oc(2)WRG.10s

G
We
Plymouth Sound Q(3)10s

Whidbey
E Tinker
11
VQ(9)10s Renney Pt
Penlee Point W Tinker
DG Range YBY BYB Oc.Y.10s
19' Shagstone (occas)
4
5 Fl(2)R.5s Deep Wembury Pt
Rame Draystone R Water
Hd Channel 37
17
8
22 Mewstone
04°10' W
13' 12' 11' 9' 8' 7' 6'
161
Plymouth
Note: lights shown Sutton 0 100

Twr bldg as Dir.WRG are Harbour metres
(blue roof) sectored as follows: Marina cables
Mayflower King Point F.G 0 5
Dir.WRG Marina Marina Al.GW See inset
50°22'N FW Lock
Dir.Q. Al.WR Queen Anne's
2FG(vert) WRG F.R Battery Marina
Royal 13
The Hoe Oc.G. Citadel RWYC
Millbay
12 RoRo Marina
2F.G
Dir.Q Dir Dome 1·3s RPCYC Oc.R.8s
See separate chart 105 WRG
24 WRG
Q.R 5° Historic WreckLt
FI.R.2s 61 8· &
THE
2F.R
65 R QHM Long Room Q.G MALLARD 04 31 5 Bn Dir.F.WRG
129 lt s Small Craft in
FI.G.3s r
SHOAL 59 dg Moorings lin wate
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6 Devil's 23 L 0 e
QWRG 7 1 28 (Bu
Point Dir.WRG Q.R
RO
VQ(9) Q.G Mount °
AS
23 Q.R Batten 2FG(vert)
WS
Q.G 7
IA
FI.R.4s 5 YBY R
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2F.G Dir.F.
PA
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FI.R.2s FI(2)R.5s 32 YB +LFI10s (vert) WRG
Q.G
N
21'·
SS
FI.G.3s AN 26
84 G 93 83 Plymouth See separate chart
161
H
FI(2)R.10s Q(6)+LFI15s
C
18 Yacht Haven
E
65
AK
56
R
D
85 55 TURNCHAPEL
19 DRAKE'S 37
N
Ldg Lts
ISLAND
62
32
12
7°
27
FI.R.4s
DirWRG FI(4)R 34
349°
15 74
24 26 FI(3)G See chartlet below FI.G.6s
Raveness Pt THE 34 72
FI(2)Bu 86 G
17 Q.G 54
5s3M 7
21' Q.R 36 BRIDGE 04°09' W 3 Jennycliff
10' 6 3 08' Bay 07'
SHELTER Good or better in 4 major and some minor marinas; see NAVAL ACTIVITY Call Devonport Ops e563777 Ext 2182/3. Naval
Facilities. Around the Sound xs, sheltered according to the wind: Ops, e501182 (H24) www.qhmplymouth.org.uk gives much info.
Cawsand Bay, Barn Pool (below Mt Edgcumbe), N of Drake’s Exclusion zones: Vessels must not approach within 50m of any
Island, below The Hoe and in Jennycliff Bay. Also good shelter W of MoD establishment, warship or auxiliary or within 100m of any
Cremyll and off the Hamoaze in the R Lynher and R Tamar above submarine. Buoys (Y) may be deployed to delineate these zones.
Saltash. Plymouth is a Naval Base (Devonport) and a commercial, Some ships are protected by a zone of 250m while underway. They
ferry and fishing port. The whole harbour is under the QHM’s are escorted by armed vessels; listen to Ch14 (Sound) or Ch13.
jurisdiction, but Millbay and the Cattewater are controlled by ABP Failure to respond to warnings will be taken as hostile intent.
and Cattewater Commissioners (Capt Charlesworth).
Warships have right of way in main/DW chans; obey MoD Police.
NAVIGATION From the west: WPT 50°18´·81N 04°10´·90W (abeam Submarines: Do not pass within 200m or cross astern within 800m
Draystone PHM buoy), 035°/1·5M to W Bkwtr lt. From the east: of any submarine under way. Submarines may secure to a buoy
WPT 50°18´·81N 04°08´·00W, 000°/1·2M to abeam E Bkwtr lt. The close N of the Breakwater, showing a Fl Y anti-collision light.
Sound can be entered via the W (main) or E Chans which are well Diving: Keep clear of Bovisand Pier, the Breakwater Fort and
marked, but in strong W’lies the E Chan has a hazardous lee shore Ravenness Pt when diving signals (Flag A) are displayed.
for yachts. It is vital to keep well clear of the unlit Shag Stone.
There are 3·2m patches NE of E Tinker ECM lt buoy. Ferries Roscoff: 12/week; 5hrs; Brittany Ferries (www.brittany-
ferries.co.uk); Santander: weekly; 19½hrs; Brittany Ferries.
The Bridge (short cut SW of Drake’s Island) is marked by 2 PHM and
2 SHM lt bns, both with tide gauges showing height of tide above Yachts should avoid impeding the safe passage of larger vessels.
CD; least charted depth is 1·3m. There are drying rocky patches LIGHTS AND MARKS Principal daymarks: conical Rame Head
either side of the marked channel which is aligned 327°/147° to the W; Great Mew Stone & Staddon Heights to the E; The
with the LH (blue roof) of 3 conspic high-rise blocks (5ca NW of Breakwater; on The Hoe: Smeaton Tower (R/W bands) and the
Mayflower marina). In the chan spring tides reach 346°/1·6kn at Naval War Memorial; and Ocean Court (a white bldg) overlooking
HW –4 and 150°/2·4kn at HW +4. The Narrows and Mayflower marina.
Historic Wrecks are at: 50°21’·73N 04°07’·70W (N of Mt Batten), See chartlets and 9.1.4 for the many lts, some hard to see against
50°19’·00N 04°11’·64W and 50°18’·61N 04°12’·05W. shore lts. Dir WRG lts defining the main chans are shown H24**
Yachts need not keep to the marked chans but must not impede from: Whidbey (138·5°), Staddon Pt (044°), Withyhedge (070°), W
larger vessels or the Torpoint chain ferries at 50°22´·50N 04°11’·30W. Hoe bn (315°), Western King (271°), Millbay** (048·5°), Ravenness
In Cattewater vessels <20m LOA keep clear of vessels >20m LOA. (225°), Mount Wise (343°), and Ocean Court** (085°). ** Not H24.
N Fl(4)R.10s 17 06 Notes: In fog W lts may, on request to Port Control, be shown
‘4’ from: Mallard (front ldg lt) Fl 5s; West Hoe bn F; Eastern King Fl
14
R. Wd
R 0 5s; Ravenness Fl (2) 15s; Mount Wise F; Ocean Court Fl 5s. Major
°7
Fl(3)G.10s
26
G
‘3’ lts in The Sound show QY if mains power fails. N of The Bkwtr,
09
32 four large mooring buoys (C, D, E and F) have Fl Y lts.
01
29 E Wind strength warning flags (R & W vert stripes) are flown at
19 17 IDG 04
QAB and Mayflower marinas and at The Camber (HO only) to
Q.R
B R 05
‘2’ 13
02 warn of excessive winds as follows:
R E09 R 1 wind flag = Force 5–7 (17–27kn).
TH (04) 21 Q.G
‘1’ 2 wind flags = > Force 7 (>27kn).
1 0 100 G
metres 09 13
14 COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01752) QHM e836952; DQHM 836485;
cables
08 2 Port surveyor 836962; Longroom Port Control e836528; E 668080.
32
0 0.5 29
7°
01 15 Cattewater HM e665934; ABP Millbay e662191.

Speed limits: 10kn* N of Plymouth Bkwtr; 8kn in Cattewater; 4kn N Longroom Port Control (H24) monitor Ch 13, 14 or 16 underway.
of a line from Fisher’s Nose to S side of QAB; 5kn in Sutton Hbr. Flagstaff Port Control e552413 Flag Ch 13, 16.
*Vessels <15m LOA are exempt from the 10kn limit when more Mayflower and QAB marinas and Torpoint Yacht Hbr: Ch 80 M.
than 400m from the shore or in the access lane for water/jet skiers Plymouth Yacht Haven: Ch 80. Sutton Lock, for opening and
(Fisher’s Nose to the W end of Mount Batten Bkwtr and from Royal marina: Ch 12 (H24). Cattewater Hbr Ch 14 (Mon-Fri, 0900-1700LT).
Plymouth Corinthian YC to W Mallard buoy). Millbay Docks Ch 12 14 (only during ferry ops).
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FACILITIES Marinas and Rivers from seaward (SE–NW): Sutton Harbour 50°21´·98N 04°07´·96W. West Pier and Guy’s Quay
marinas are mainly for locals (no shwrs).
Turning 52
05
Area P4 6·1m Lock operates H24, free. IPTS: sigs 1, 2 & 3. Call Sutton Lock Ch 12
2F.G for entry and allocation of a berth; secure to floating pontoons
SW England
2F.G P3
P2
(vert)
P1 54 either side of lock. The lock retains CD +3·5m in the hbr; when rise
P6 I J KL MN Dn of tide >3m, approx HW ±3, free-flow is in operation.
EF GH
CD
22
1 Sutton Hbr Marina www.suttonharbourmarina.com e204702, =
AB Small craft 467& inc u £4.40 inc é, ) I v P i e(25t) g all maintenance/
P8 P7 moorings
repairs. Nearby F !.
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Plymouth Yacht Haven Marina
D
Millbay
Plymouth Yacht Haven www.yacht havens.com e404231, mobile C
07721 498422 (o/night); access H24, channel dredged 2·25m. = A ay
450& inc u £4·00 inc é, ) v I P(H24) i ä : è Ü e(75t) mobile B E Qu
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yacht. Max draught 5m max LOA50m, = at all states of tide.
Qu
SS(INT) 32 13
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Yacht Haven Quay 50°21’·87N 04°06’·61W e481190. Access H24 to
pontoon in 1·2m, 2 FG (vert); u £4·20 inc é : è F C; dry berths. SS(INT)
Continental Fl.R.2·5s 03 22
Ferry: ½hrly from Mount Batten–Barbican, 5 mins: daily 0700- Ferry Terminal 24 M
27 Fl.G.2·5s 07
2300, Ch M or e408590 mob 07930 838614.
04
01 Dns 13 25
St John’s spire 36
N A
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85 MILLBAY 51
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Guy’s Quay Marina 21
Sutton Harbour
3·5m Coxside Creek 15
Whitehouse Pier 2F.G(vert) 3
Bayly’s Wharf J
W Dir.Q. Mayflower
Barbican 235 bld WRG Marina
Fish Market K 73
IPTS g 12
H
National Aquarium L
35 A
12
West Pier Marina F.Bu
G 56
118 2F.R(vert)
IPTS 14 N B
Mayflower Steps
25 22
F All pontoon ends D
2F.G(vert)
C 77 15
E
2F.R E
(vert) 2m 2F.R(vert)
Commercial Queen F
14
Wharf D Anne’s 4°10’·0W 29
Battery
07 Marina & SC
3m C
Mayflower Marina b www.mayflowermarina.co.uk e556633 (HO)
Oc.R.8s
2F.R 13 Fl(2)G.5s mob 07840 116853. 27m max LOA with 3·5m min depth, but 1·5m
(vert) 21 B RWYC near e = 396&
2F.R SS
inc 40u £4·00 (inc é wi-fi), £5 then £3/hr<4 hrs. P (H24) i v I
Mayflower SC
18
(vert)
Oc.G.8s A ä : è à Ü e(33t) g(1½t) Divers F ! Q T e500008.
28 Oc.R.8s Southdown Marina www.southdownmarina.co.uk e823084.
34
3 Approach dries 2m. as. = 35& in 2m inc u from £25, or at
26
57 drying quay, v P g(20t) T.
F.Bu Fisher’s Nose
RPCYC
08
Fl(3)R.10s4M 0 200 Torpoint Yacht Hbr www.torpointyachtharbour.co.uk e813658.
metres Access H24, <2m in soft mud due to silting. 100 as 70& pre-call
8·
5 °
cables for a u berth from £25, P : è ä à g free water taxi.
09 91 04 0 1
lts Small craft moorings
L d g YACHT CLUBS
Royal Western Yacht Club of England e660077, ! Q T.
Royal Plymouth Corinthian YC e664327, VHF ChM, ! Q T =.
Queen Anne’s Battery (QAB) www.queenannesbattery.co.uk
e671142, mobile 07740 806039. = 235&+40u short stay £10·15, Plym YC e404991. RNSA e567854. Mayflower SC e 492566.
£4·10<12.5m>£5·10<18m>£5·70 inc é; O v P P(0830-1830, 7/7) i Torpoint Mosquito SC e812508, Q T visitors welcome.
ä : è à Ü e(25t) F ! W T. Extensive facilities. Saltash SC e845988. Tamar River SC e362741.
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Plymouth tides
STANDARD TIME (UT) PLYMOUTH LAT 50°22’N LONG 4°11’W Dates in red are SPRINGS
YEAR 2023

1 0047
0651
SU 1311
4.6
2.0
4.7
16 0522 2.1
1140 4.6
M 1804 2.1
1 0204
0825
W 1442
4.3
2.3
4.3
16 0105
0738
TH 1353
4.4
2.2
4.4
1 0603 2.4
1214 4.0
W 1838 2.5
16 0528 2.2
1203 4.2
TH 1816 2.3
1 0210
0850
SA 1455
4.2
2.3
4.2
16 0214
0848
SU 1504
4.7
1.6
4.6
1930 2.0 2100 2.2 2024 2.1 2109 2.2 2117 1.6
2 0149
0803
M 1414
4.6
2.1
4.7
17 0022
0644
TU 1252
4.4
2.2
4.6
2 0311
0943
TH 1544
4.5
2.1
4.4
17 0236
0909
F 1520
4.6
1.8
4.6
2 0113
0734
TH 1417
4.1
2.5
4.0
17 0047
0727
F 1349
4.3
2.2
4.2
2 0311
0949
SU 1545
4.5
1.8
4.5
17 0321
0949
M 1600
5.0
1.1
5.0
2036 1.9 1929 2.1 2206 2.0 2144 1.7 2018 2.5 2016 2.2 2202 1.8 2213 1.1
3 0248
0908
TU 1513
4.7
1.9
4.7
18 0141
0809
W 1414
4.5
2.0
4.6
3 0406
1038
F 1635
4.7
1.8
4.7
18 0350
1020
SA 1628
5.0
1.4
4.9
3 0244
0928
F 1524
4.3
2.2
4.2
18 0226
0904
SA 1517
4.6
1.8
4.6
3 0358
1030
M 1627
4.8
1.5
4.8
18 0414
1040
TU 1647
5.3
0.7
5.3
2135 1.8 2046 1.9 2255 1.7 2247 1.3 2148 2.1 2136 1.7 2243 1.4 2301 0.7
4 0341
1003
W 1605
4.8
1.8
4.8
19 0257
0922
TH 1530
4.8
1.7
4.8
4 0452
1123
SA 1718
5.0
1.5
4.8
19 0450
1118
SU 1725
5.3
0.9
5.2
4 0343
1022
SA 1615
4.6
1.8
4.5
19 0340
1010
SU 1620
5.0
1.2
4.9
4 0439
1107
TU 1706
5.0
1.2
5.0
19 0502
1125
W 1730
5.5
0.4
5.4
2225 1.7 2154 1.6 2337 1.5 2341 0.8 2237 1.7 2235 1.1 2320 1.2 2345 0.5
5 0428
1052
TH 1651
5.0
1.6
4.9
20 0403
1027
F 1635
5.1
1.4
5.0
5 0532 5.2
1203 1.3
SU 1757 5.0
20 0542 5.6
1209 0.5
M 1816 5.4
5 0429
1105
SU 1657
4.9
1.5
4.8
20 0436
1104
M 1711
5.3
0.7
5.3
5 0519
1142
W 1743
5.2
1.0
5.1
20 0546 5.6
1207 0.3
TH 1810 5.5
2309 1.5 2254 1.3 9 4 2318 1.4 2325 0.7 2354 1.0 4
6 0509 5.2
1135 1.5
F 1732 5.0
21 0501 5.4
1125 1.0
SA 1733 5.2
6 0014
0610
M 1238
1.3
5.3
1.2
21 0029
0632
TU 1255
0.5
5.8
0.2
6 0510
1142
M 1735
5.1
1.2
5.0
21 0525 5.6
1151 0.3
TU 1757 5.5
6 0557
1214
TH 1819
5.3
0.9
5.2
21 0025
0627
F 1245
0.4
5.6
0.3
9 2349 1.4 4 2350 1.0 1834 5.0 1904 5.5 2354 1.2 4 9 1847 5.5
7 0547 5.3
1214 1.4
SA 1810 5.0
22 0554 5.6
1219 0.7
SU 1826 5.4
7 0046
0647
TU 1309
1.2
5.3
1.1
22 0113
0719
W 1338
0.3
5.9
0.1
7 0548 5.2
1216 1.0
TU 1812 5.1
22 0010
0612
W 1234
0.4
5.8
0.1
7 0026
0634
F 1245
0.9
5.3
0.8
22 0102
0704
SA 1321
0.4
5.5
0.5
1910 5.0 1947 5.6 9 1840 5.6 1853 5.2 1918 5.4
8 0025
0624
SU 1249
1.4
5.3
1.4
23 0040
0646
M 1309
0.8
5.7
0.5
8 0116
0722
W 1337
1.2
5.3
1.1
23 0154
0802
TH 1417
0.3
5.8
0.3
8 0025
0626
W 1246
1.0
5.3
0.9
23 0051
0655
TH 1314
0.2
5.8
0.1
8 0057
0708
SA 1315
0.8
5.3
0.8
23 0136
0736
SU 1353
0.6
5.3
0.8
1847 5.0 1918 5.4 1944 5.0 2025 5.5 1848 5.1 1919 5.6 1924 5.2 1945 5.3
9 0058
0700
M 1321
1.4
5.3
1.4
24 0128
0735
TU 1355
0.6
5.8
0.5
9 0143
0754
TH 1403
1.2
5.2
1.2
24 0231
0841
F 1453
0.5
5.6
0.5
9 0055
0701
TH 1314
1.0
5.3
0.9
24 0129
0734
F 1350
0.2
5.7
0.3
9 0128
0740
SU 1344
0.9
5.2
0.9
24 0208
0803
M 1423
1.0
5.1
1.2
1922 5.0 2006 5.4 2014 5.0 2059 5.3 1921 5.1 1953 5.5 1953 5.2 2010 5.1
10 0128
0734
TU 1351
1.5
5.2
1.5
25 0212
0822
W 1439
0.6
5.8
0.5
10 0210
0823
F 1429
1.2
5.1
1.3
25 0306
0914
SA 1527
0.8
5.4
0.9
10 0122
0733
F 1340
0.9
5.3
0.9
25 0204
0809
SA 1423
0.4
5.5
0.6
10 0158
0812
M 1415
1.0
5.1
1.1
25 0238
0830
TU 1451
1.3
4.8
1.6
1957 4.9 2051 5.4 2041 4.9 2128 5.0 1950 5.1 2021 5.3 2023 5.1 2039 4.9
11 0158
0808
W 1421
1.5
5.1
1.5
26 0254
0907
TH 1520
0.8
5.6
0.7
11 0238
0851
SA 1458
1.3
5.0
1.4
26 0339
0943
SU 1600
1.2
5.0
1.4
11 0149
0801
SA 1406
1.0
5.2
1.0
26 0236
0837
SU 1453
0.8
5.2
1.0
11 0232
0847
TU 1449
1.2
4.9
1.4
26 0309
0903
W 1522
1.7
4.5
2.0
2031 4.8 2133 5.2 2107 4.8 2155 4.8 2015 5.0 2044 5.1 2100 4.9 2115 4.6
12 0227
0841
TH 1450
1.6
5.0
1.6
27 0334
0948
F 1600
1.0
5.4
1.1
12 0309
0921
SU 1531
1.5
4.9
1.5
27 0414
1013
M 1636
1.6
4.6
1.9
12 0216
0829
SU 1434
1.1
5.1
1.2
27 0306
0901
M 1522
1.2
4.9
1.5
12 0312
0933
W 1533
1.5
4.6
1.8
27 0349
0946
TH 1608
2.1
4.2
2.3
2104 4.7 2212 5.0 2139 4.7 5 2228 4.5 2041 5.0 2110 4.8 2150 4.7 5 2204 4.4
13 0259
0914
F 1524
1.7
4.9
1.7
28 0413
1028
SA 1640
1.3
5.1
1.5
13 0347
1001
M 1613
1.7
4.7
1.8
28 0458
1054
TU 1726
2.1
4.3
2.3
13 0247
0859
M 1505
1.2
4.9
1.4
28 0337
0930
TU 1554
1.6
4.5
1.9
13 0406
1035
TH 1635
1.8
4.3
2.1
28 0452
1049
F 1722
2.3
4.0
2.5
2139 4.6 5 2251 4.7 8 2227 4.5 2322 4.2 2112 4.8 2144 4.5 8 2301 4.4 2312 4.2
14 0335
0952
SA 1604
1.8
4.8
1.8
29 0456
1111
SU 1725
1.7
4.7
1.8
14 0437
1059
TU 1711
1.9
4.5
2.0
14 0323
0938
TU 1545
1.5
4.7
1.7
29 0418
1011
W 1641
2.1
4.2
2.3
14 0530
1203
F 1816
2.1
4.2
2.3
29 0612 2.4
1249 3.9
SA 1843 2.5
2221 4.5 2338 4.5 2337 4.4 2159 4.6 5 2233 4.2
15 0421
1040
SU 1655
2.0
4.7
2.0
30 0548 2.1
1207 4.4
M 1821 2.2
15 0552 2.2
1219 4.4
W 1840 2.2
15 0412
1038
W 1642
1.8
4.4
2.1
30 0524
1118
TH 1757
2.4
3.9
2.6
15 0039
0723
SA 1348
4.4
2.0
4.3
30 0108
0734
SU 1409
4.2
2.2
4.2
8 2315 4.4 8 2311 4.4 2357 4.0 2005 2.0 2001 2.3
31 0045
0657
TU 1326
4.3
2.3
4.3
31 0652 2.5
1347 3.9
F 1928 2.6
1936 2.3

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YEAR 2023
SW England
1 0223
0844
M 1502
4.4
1.9
4.4
16 0252
0918
TU 1528
5.0
1.2
5.0
1 0312
0931
TH 1545
4.8
1.5
4.8
16 0405
1027
F 1629
5.0
1.2
5.0
1 0324
0945
SA 1556
4.8
1.5
4.9
16 0434
1054
SU 1651
4.7
1.5
5.0
1 0506
1124
TU 1726
5.1
1.1
5.4
16 0542 4.9
1205 1.3
W 1753 5.2
2104 1.9 2142 1.2 2154 1.5 2251 1.2 2214 1.4 2321 1.4 9 2353 0.8 4
2 0315
0936
TU 1547
4.7
1.6
4.7
17 0345
1010
W 1616
5.2
0.9
5.2
2 0403
1020
F 1631
4.9
1.3
5.0
17 0453
1113
SA 1712
5.0
1.2
5.1
2 0423
1041
SU 1649
4.9
1.3
5.2
17 0519 4.8
1139 1.4
M 1732 5.1
2 0601
1217
W 1817
5.3
0.8
5.6
17 0027
0619
TH 1239
1.2
5.0
1.2
2154 1.6 2232 1.0 2243 1.2 2335 1.2 2309 1.1 4 1829 5.3
3 0400
1020
W 1628
4.9
1.3
4.9
18 0434
1056
TH 1659
5.3
0.8
5.3
3 0451
1106
SA 1715
5.1
1.1
5.2
18 0536 5.0
1155 1.2
SU 1751 5.2
3 0518 5.1
1134 1.1
M 1739 5.4
18 0004
0600
TU 1219
1.3
4.9
1.3
3 0044
0653
TH 1306
0.5
5.4
0.6
18 0059
0655
F 1308
1.1
5.0
1.2
2238 1.3 2317 0.8 2329 1.0 4 9 1811 5.2 1908 5.8 1904 5.3
4 0443
1100
TH 1708
5.1
1.1
5.1
19 0518 5.4
1139 0.7
F 1739 5.4
4 0538 5.2
1151 1.0
SU 1758 5.3
19 0016
0616
M 1233
1.1
5.0
1.2
4 0001
0612
TU 1225
0.9
5.2
1.0
19 0043
0638
W 1256
1.3
4.9
1.3
4 0132
0743
F 1351
0.4
5.4
0.5
19 0126
0729
SA 1334
1.1
5.0
1.2
2318 1.1 4 2358 0.7 9 1826 5.2 1829 5.5 1847 5.2 1956 5.8 1937 5.2
5 0524 5.2
1139 0.9
F 1747 5.2
20 0559 5.3
1218 0.8
SA 1815 5.4
5 0014
0625
M 1235
0.9
5.2
0.9
20 0054
0652
TU 1308
1.2
4.9
1.3
5 0052
0704
W 1315
0.8
5.2
0.9
20 0118
0714
TH 1328
1.2
4.9
1.3
5 0216
0829
SA 1434
0.4
5.4
0.6
20 0150
0801
SU 1359
1.2
5.0
1.3
9 2356 0.9 1842 5.4 1900 5.2 1919 5.6 1922 5.2 2041 5.7 2006 5.1
6 0604 5.3
1216 0.9
SA 1824 5.3
21 0036
0637
SU 1254
0.8
5.2
0.9
6 0058
0711
TU 1319
0.9
5.2
1.0
21 0130
0727
W 1342
1.3
4.9
1.4
6 0142
0755
TH 1403
0.7
5.3
0.9
21 0148
0750
F 1357
1.3
4.9
1.4
6 0258
0912
SU 1514
0.5
5.3
0.8
21 0213
0829
M 1423
1.3
4.9
1.4
1848 5.3 1926 5.4 1934 5.1 2008 5.6 1956 5.1 2123 5.5 2033 5.0
7 0033
0644
SU 1252
0.8
5.3
0.9
22 0112
0710
M 1327
1.0
5.1
1.1
7 0144
0758
W 1405
0.9
5.1
1.1
22 0203
0802
TH 1414
1.4
4.7
1.6
7 0230
0845
F 1450
0.7
5.2
0.9
22 0216
0824
SA 1425
1.4
4.8
1.5
7 0338
0952
M 1554
0.8
5.1
1.1
22 0238
0856
TU 1450
1.4
4.8
1.5
1900 5.3 1917 5.2 2011 5.4 2008 5.0 2057 5.5 2029 5.0 2203 5.2 2100 4.9
8 0110
0722
M 1328
0.8
5.2
1.0
23 0145
0740
TU 1358
1.2
4.9
1.4
8 0232
0848
TH 1452
1.0
5.0
1.3
23 0235
0839
F 1446
1.6
4.6
1.7
8 0317
0934
SA 1536
0.8
5.1
1.1
23 0243
0857
SU 1452
1.5
4.7
1.6
8 0417
1031
TU 1634
1.2
4.9
1.5
23 0307
0924
W 1522
1.5
4.7
1.7
1936 5.3 1947 5.1 2100 5.2 2044 4.9 2145 5.3 2100 4.9 8 2243 4.8 2132 4.7
9 0147
0802
TU 1405
1.0
5.1
1.2
24 0217
0812
W 1429
1.4
4.7
1.7
9 0323
0941
F 1544
1.2
4.8
1.5
24 0309
0918
SA 1520
1.7
4.5
1.9
9 0404
1022
SU 1622
1.0
4.9
1.3
24 0310
0930
M 1522
1.6
4.6
1.7
9 0500
1116
W 1722
1.6
4.6
1.9
24 0343
1005
TH 1606
1.8
4.5
2.0
2014 5.2 2020 4.9 2153 5.1 2123 4.7 2234 5.1 2132 4.8 2333 4.5 5 2223 4.5
10 0228
0845
W 1447
1.2
4.9
1.4
25 0251
0848
TH 1503
1.7
4.5
1.9
10 0418
1040
SA 1641
1.4
4.7
1.6
25 0346
1001
SU 1600
1.8
4.4
2.0
10 0452
1113
M 1712
1.3
4.8
1.5
25 0343
1005
TU 1559
1.7
4.5
1.9
10 0553
1217
TH 1826
2.0
4.4
2.2
25 0433
1107
F 1711
2.0
4.4
2.2
2058 5.0 2057 4.7 8 2254 4.9 2206 4.6 8 2328 4.9 5 2211 4.7 2337 4.3
11 0315
0936
TH 1537
1.4
4.7
1.7
26 0329
0932
F 1544
1.9
4.3
2.1
11 0520 1.5
1145 4.6
SU 1746 1.8
26 0431
1050
M 1651
1.9
4.3
2.1
11 0545 1.5
1209 4.6
TU 1809 1.8
26 0426
1051
W 1649
1.8
4.4
2.0
11 0054
0704
F 1336
4.2
2.3
4.3
26 0554 2.3
1229 4.4
SA 1900 2.3
2151 4.8 2143 4.6 5 2256 4.5 2302 4.5 1953 2.3
12 0416
1040
F 1644
1.7
4.4
2.0
27 0421
1027
SA 1643
2.1
4.2
2.3
12 0003
0628
M 1252
4.8
1.6
4.6
27 0528
1147
TU 1756
2.0
4.3
2.2
12 0029
0646
W 1309
4.7
1.8
4.5
27 0524 2.0
1150 4.4
TH 1802 2.2
12 0219
0836
SA 1448
4.2
2.3
4.4
27 0110
0748
SU 1400
4.3
2.2
4.5
8 2300 4.6 5 2238 4.4 1856 1.8 2355 4.5 1917 1.9 2122 2.1 2034 2.0
13 0534 1.9
1203 4.3
SA 1810 2.1
28 0526
1138
SU 1753
2.2
4.1
2.4
13 0113
0737
TU 1354
4.8
1.6
4.7
28 0636 2.0
1251 4.4
W 1907 2.1
13 0136
0755
TH 1412
4.5
1.9
4.5
28 0009
0646
F 1304
4.4
2.1
4.4
13 0326
0950
SU 1546
4.3
2.0
4.7
28 0247
0911
M 1518
4.5
1.9
4.9
2349 4.3 2005 1.7 2029 1.9 1931 2.1 2222 1.8 2147 1.5
14 0028
0703
SU 1327
4.6
1.8
4.5
29 0635 2.1
1259 4.2
M 1902 2.2
14 0216
0840
W 1450
4.8
1.5
4.8
29 0104
0743
TH 1357
4.5
1.9
4.5
14 0242
0903
F 1511
4.5
1.8
4.7
29 0133
0810
SA 1422
4.4
2.0
4.6
14 0419
1042
M 1634
4.6
1.7
4.9
29 0359
1017
TU 1619
4.8
1.4
5.3
1937 1.9 2107 1.5 2014 1.9 2135 1.8 2048 1.9 2310 1.5 2248 1.0
15 0149
0818
M 1434
4.8
1.5
4.7
30 0109
0740
TU 1403
4.4
2.0
4.4
15 0313
0936
TH 1542
4.9
1.3
4.9
30 0217
0846
F 1459
4.6
1.7
4.7
15 0341
1003
SA 1604
4.6
1.7
4.8
30 0257
0921
SU 1531
4.6
1.7
4.9
15 0503
1126
TU 1715
4.8
1.5
5.1
30 0456
1113
W 1712
5.2
1.0
5.6
2045 1.6 2005 2.0 2201 1.4 2116 1.7 2232 1.6 2156 1.5 2351 1.3 2341 0.6
31 0217
0838
W 1456
4.6
1.7
4.6
31 0407
1026
M 1631
4.8
1.4
5.2
31 0547 5.4
1203 0.6
TH 1802 5.8
2102 1.7 2257 1.1 9

Plymouth tides – Exercise Areas
YEAR 2023

1 0028
0636
F 1248
0.3
5.6
0.4
16 0030
0629
SA 1240
1.0
5.2
1.1
1 0047
0653
SU 1305
0.2
5.7
0.3
16 0023
0633
M 1237
1.0
5.3
1.1
1 0132
0731
W 1350
1.0
5.5
1.1
16 0101
0715
TH 1323
1.2
5.4
1.2
1 0143
0738
F 1407
1.5
5.3
1.5
16 0137
0749
SA 1406
1.2
5.5
1.2
1850 5.9 1839 5.4 1907 5.9 1846 5.4 1947 5.2 1936 5.2 2000 4.9 2019 5.1
2 0112
0721
SA 1331
0.2
5.6
0.3
17 0056
0702
SU 1306
1.0
5.2
1.1
2 0125
0731
M 1342
0.4
5.7
0.5
17 0051
0704
TU 1306
1.1
5.3
1.1
2 0204
0758
TH 1424
1.3
5.3
1.5
17 0137
0752
F 1402
1.4
5.3
1.4
2 0216
0811
SA 1443
1.7
5.1
1.8
17 0222
0836
SU 1454
1.4
5.4
1.3
1934 5.9 1912 5.3 1945 5.7 1917 5.3 2015 4.9 2017 5.0 2035 4.7 2108 5.0
3 0153
0803
SU 1410
0.2
5.6
0.4
18 0120
0733
M 1331
1.1
5.2
1.2
3 0201
0804
TU 1417
0.7
5.5
0.8
18 0119
0733
W 1335
1.2
5.2
1.2
3 0235
0827
F 1459
1.7
5.0
1.8
18 0216
0834
SA 1446
1.6
5.2
1.6
3 0251
0849
SU 1521
2.0
4.9
2.0
18 0310
0926
M 1545
1.5
5.3
1.4
2015 5.7 1941 5.2 2018 5.4 1947 5.2 2046 4.6 2104 4.8 2116 4.5 2200 4.9
4 0231
0840
M 1446
0.5
5.4
0.7
19 0144
0759
TU 1356
1.2
5.1
1.3
4 0233
0832
W 1450
1.1
5.2
1.3
19 0147
0803
TH 1406
1.3
5.1
1.4
4 0309
0903
SA 1540
2.1
4.8
2.2
19 0302
0925
SU 1541
1.9
5.0
1.9
4 0331
0933
M 1607
2.2
4.7
2.3
19 0403 1.7
1020 5.1
TU 1641 1.6
2052 5.5 2007 5.1 2044 5.0 2020 5.0 2127 4.3 2201 4.6 2207 4.3 5 2258 4.7
5 0306
0913
TU 1521
0.9
5.2
1.1
20 0209
0824
W 1423
1.3
5.0
1.4
5 0304
0858
TH 1524
1.5
5.0
1.7
20 0219
0838
F 1442
1.6
5.0
1.7
5 0354 2.5
0952 4.5
SU 1639 2.5
20 0403 2.1
1027 4.8
M 1653 2.0
5 0422
1027
TU 1705
2.4
4.6
2.4
20 0502 1.9
1121 5.0
W 1743 1.7
2124 5.1 2034 5.0 2111 4.6 2102 4.7 8 2228 4.1 5 2313 4.5 8 2312 4.2
6 0340 1.3
0943 4.9
W 1557 1.6
21 0238
0853
TH 1456
1.5
4.8
1.7
6 0338 2.0
0930 4.7
F 1605 2.2
21 0258
0926
SA 1531
1.9
4.8
2.0
6 0504 2.7
1101 4.3
M 1757 2.6
21 0524 2.3
1144 4.8
TU 1819 2.0
6 0527
1133
W 1811
2.5
4.5
2.4
21 0003
0610
TH 1228
4.7
2.0
4.9
8 2153 4.7 2109 4.7 8 2149 4.3 2159 4.5 1853 1.8
7 0416
1015
TH 1640
1.8
4.6
2.1
22 0313 1.8
0936 4.7
F 1539 2.0
7 0425
1018
SA 1709
2.5
4.4
2.6
22 0354 2.3
1031 4.6
SU 1648 2.3
7 0032
0629
TU 1256
4.0
2.7
4.3
22 0040
0655
W 1306
4.5
2.1
4.8
7 0029
0639
TH 1248
4.3
2.5
4.5
22 0111
0724
F 1337
4.7
1.9
4.9
2229 4.3 5 2204 4.5 2252 4.0 5 2316 4.3 1926 2.5 1939 1.8 1918 2.3 2003 1.8
8 0505
1105
F 1743
2.3
4.3
2.5
23 0403
1042
SA 1647
2.2
4.5
2.3
8 0541 2.8
1151 4.1
SU 1844 2.7
23 0530 2.5
1157 4.5
M 1842 2.3
8 0154
0754
W 1407
4.2
2.5
4.5
23 0156
0810
TH 1416
4.7
1.9
5.0
8 0140
0745
F 1356
4.4
2.3
4.6
23 0216
0834
SA 1441
4.8
1.8
4.9
2340 4.0 2321 4.3 2035 2.1 2043 1.5 2018 2.0 2106 1.6
9 0618 2.6
1302 4.2
SA 1920 2.6
24 0529 2.5
1208 4.4
SU 1849 2.4
9 0136
0732
M 1357
4.0
2.7
4.3
24 0101
0727
TU 1335
4.3
2.3
4.7
9 0247
0854
TH 1458
4.5
2.1
4.8
24 0257
0910
F 1514
5.0
1.5
5.2
9 0237
0844
SA 1453
4.6
2.1
4.8
24 0315
0935
SU 1540
4.9
1.6
5.0
2044 2.4 2011 1.9 2122 1.8 2138 1.2 2111 1.8 2201 1.5
10 0202
0818
SU 1428
4.0
2.5
4.3
25 0103
0740
M 1349
4.2
2.3
4.6
10 0242
0903
TU 1456
4.3
2.3
4.6
25 0230
0843
W 1448
4.7
1.8
5.1
10 0330
0940
F 1543
4.8
1.8
5.0
25 0348
1003
SA 1606
5.2
1.2
5.4
10 0328
0936
SU 1545
4.8
1.8
4.9
25 0408
1029
M 1633
5.1
1.5
5.1
2114 2.3 2028 2.0 2134 1.9 2115 1.4 2203 1.5 2227 1.0 2159 1.6 2251 1.4
11 0310
0936
M 1527
4.3
2.2
4.6
26 0245
0903
TU 1508
4.6
1.9
5.0
11 0331
0950
W 1542
4.6
1.9
4.9
26 0329
0941
TH 1543
5.0
1.4
5.4
11 0411
1021
SA 1624
5.0
1.5
5.2
26 0434
1050
SU 1653
5.4
1.0
5.5
11 0414
1023
M 1633
5.1
1.5
5.1
26 0456
1118
TU 1720
5.2
1.3
5.1
2207 1.9 2137 1.4 2214 1.6 2208 1.0 2241 1.3 2312 0.9 2244 1.4 2337 1.3
12 0400
1024
TU 1612
4.6
1.8
4.9
27 0350
1003
W 1605
5.0
1.3
5.4
12 0411
1029
TH 1621
4.9
1.5
5.1
27 0418
1030
F 1632
5.4
0.9
5.7
12 0450
1059
SU 1705
5.2
1.3
5.3
27 0517
1135
M 1737
5.5
0.9
5.5
12 0458
1108
TU 1719
5.2
1.3
5.2
27 0539 5.3
1202 1.2
W 1803 5.1
2249 1.5 2232 0.9 2250 1.3 2255 0.6 2317 1.2 9 2354 0.9 4 2328 1.3 9
13 0441
1104
W 1652
4.8
1.4
5.2
28 0441
1055
TH 1655
5.3
0.9
5.7
13 0448
1104
F 1659
5.1
1.3
5.3
28 0502
1116
SA 1717
5.6
0.7
5.8
13 0528
1136
M 1744
5.3
1.2
5.3
28 0557 5.5
1216 1.0
TU 1818 5.4
13 0541
1153
W 1803
5.4
1.2
5.3
28 0018
0618
TH 1243
1.3
5.4
1.2
2326 1.2 2321 0.5 2323 1.1 9 2339 0.5 4 2353 1.1 1842 5.1
14 0518 5.0
1140 1.2
TH 1729 5.3
29 0527 5.6
1142 0.5
F 1741 5.9
14 0524
1137
SA 1736
5.2
1.1
5.4
29 0543 5.7
1159 0.6
SU 1800 5.8
14 0605 5.4
1212 1.1
TU 1821 5.3
29 0033
0634
W 1255
1.0
5.5
1.1
14 0010
0623
TH 1236
1.2
5.5
1.1
29 0056
0654
F 1321
1.3
5.4
1.3
9 4 2354 1.0 1855 5.2 1848 5.3 1918 5.0
15 0000
0554
F 1212
1.1
5.1
1.1
30 0005
0611
SA 1225
0.3
5.7
0.3
15 0559 5.3
1208 1.1
SU 1811 5.4
30 0019
0623
M 1238
0.5
5.7
0.6
15 0027
0640
W 1247
1.1
5.4
1.1
30 0109
0707
TH 1332
1.2
5.4
1.3
15 0053
0705
F 1321
1.2
5.5
1.1
30 0131
0728
SA 1356
1.4
5.3
1.4
4 1805 5.4 1826 5.9 1840 5.7 1859 5.3 1928 5.1 1932 5.2 1952 4.9
31 0057
0659
TU 1316
0.7
5.6
0.8
31 0204
0802
SU 1429
1.6
5.2
1.6
1916 5.5 2027 4.8

H.W.Hts.m.
0 1 2 3 4 5 6
PLYMOUTH
M.H.W.S.
M.H.W.N.
SW England
MEAN SPRING
0.9 AND NEAP CURVES
MEAN RANGES
0.8
Springs 4.7m
Neaps 2.2m
0.7
0.6
CHART DATUM
0.5
Factor
0.4
0.3
0.2
M.L.W.N.
M.L.W.S.
0.1
0 1 2 3 L.W. -5h -4h -3h -2h -1h H.W. +1h +2h +3h +4h +5h L.W.
L.W.Hts.m.
9.1.17 NAVAL EXERCISE AREAS (SUBFACTS AND GUNFACTS)

Submarines and warships frequently exercise south of Plymouth of known submarine activity, and Chapter 6 for timings of daily
and in the western part of the English Channel. Details of submarine broadcasts. Although the onus for safety is on the relevant naval
activity and naval gunnery and missile firings are broadcast daily vessels, if possible it is best to avoid areas where exercises are
by HM Coastguard. See Chapter 3 for advice when sailing in areas taking place.
LYNHER (or ST GERMANS) RIVER AC 871. This river flows into The
Hamoaze about 0·8M SSW of the Tamar Bridge. On the tide it is
navigable for some 4M inland. The channel, entered at Lynher
PHM lt buoy 50°23´·78N 04°12´·83W, is marked by 2 more lt buoys
in the first mile to Sandacre Pt and carries 2-5m up to Ince Castle.
Caution: underwater cables/gaspipe, as charted. Thereafter it
carries less than 1m or dries, except at Dandy Hole, a pool with
3-5m, 50°22´·54N 04°16´·29W. Here the navigable chan bends NW
then dries completely; it is marked by small R and G posts.
õs, amid local moorings, are: off Sand Acre Bay (N bank, beware
foul ground); in 2·5-5m at the ent to Forder Lake (N bank opposite
Jupiter Pt, where the pontoons and Y moorings are for naval use
only); SE of Ince Pt and Castle in about 3m; and at Dandy Hole. St
Germans Quay is private, but temp &, M may be pre-arranged
with Quay SC e(01503) 250370. Facilities: Y ! T(½M).
RIVER TAMAR AC 871. The river is navigable on the tide for 12M
via Calstock and Morwellham to Gunnislake weir. Jubilee Green
(pontoon in 3m, max LOA 10m) is on W bank close N of the Royal
Albert (30m) & Tamar (35m) bridges. Pwr cables (21m) cross 0·4M S of
Cargreen (50°26´·55N 04°12´·25W) sited on the W bank 0·7M N
of the Tavy with a quay and many local moorings/x in 2·5-
5m. Overhead cables 1M N have 16m clearance en-route Weir
Quay. Weir Quay BY e(01822) 840474, as = P i ä : Ü
e(20t) g(12t) F. Weir Quay SC e(01822) 840960, !. Upstream
the river S-bends, narrows and partly dries with channel above
Plymouth’s award winning marina
Halton Quay from 0·1m to >2·5m. N of Cotehele Quay it turns
90° stbd to Calstock, x in 2m E of viaduct (24m); ! Y z.
www.mayflowermarina.co.uk
Calstock BY e(01822) 832502. ! : H j g(8t) e(10t).
167
River Yealm – Salcombe
12
Steer Pt
15
N
18 03
12
Moorin
New Barton
15
Yealm Hotel
15
gs
33
RW 26
Pt 06
n RW 02
19'·5 a so 2
Se 03 01 24 2 1
02 38 Warren 4 3
27 Point
The 03 22
Sand Bar 15 M
oo 3 Spit
Fl.R.5s Fl.R.3s ri 4 18
n g 24 RNSA
BW s mooring
Cellar Bay
OcY10s(occas) Tower Wembury 36 Madge Pt

S. Werburgh’s 12
50°19'·0N
Blackstone New Barton
Rks or Newton Ferrers
Church Ledge
Wembury Yealm YC
Ledge 49 49 43
Pt Jetty
on RW RW Sma
3 s 26 Mooll Craft 34
ea rings 0 ek
Porchopen S
al mSma n Cre
Newto
63 45 The Warren Pt 9
Shoal 52 Ye ll C
raf Baring Pt
8 Sand Bar er tM Quay
43 06 Riv
Mi
19 55 se oo 3 R Visitors’
3 089° ry rin 4
46 FI.R.5s Pt gs Pontoon
R BW
47 R
67 Inner 23 Slip
112 56 Mouthstone
18'·5
Inner 32 Pt See inset
Great Slimers 61
Mewstone
122
Noss Mayo
154 49 Yealm Head
Outer
Little Slimers Western Ebb
Mewstone Rocks
Wembury 39
metres
0 2000
Bay
+ Gara Pt
52 cables
10 Eastern 24 0 10
010°
31
Ebb
+ 4
0°
Outer Rocks
03
18'·0
95
125
131 27
4°4'W
6' 5' 3'
9.1.18 RIVER YEALM COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01752) HM e872533; Water taxi

e07817 132757.
Devon 50°18’·58N 04°04’·13W (Ent) 1122333
FACILITIES 1a off Misery Pt, 3a off Warren Pt and u pontoons
CHARTS AC 1613, 1900, 30, 5602; Imray C10, C6, C14, 2400 in The Pool and 3ca upriver. Pontoon, x/a £2·00. H/j at HM.
TIDES –0522 Dover; ML 3·2; Duration 0615 y G. Yealm YC e872291, G Bistro, T.
Newton Ferrers y = G Y ! Q T.
Standard Port PLYMOUTH | Noss Mayo & at Pope’s Quay (dries), y = G Q T.
Times Height (metres) Bridgend (Newton Creek) & (dries), G é.
High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS Ä Ç i at Yealmpton (3M).
0000 0600 0000 0600 5·5 4·4 2·2 0·8
1200 1800 1200 1800 ADJACENT ANCHORAGES IN BIGBURY BAY
Differences RIVER YEALM ENTRANCE RIVER ERME, Devon, 50°18’·15N 03°57’·67W. AC1613. HW –0525
+0006 +0006 +0002 +0002 –0·1 –0·1 –0·1 –0·1 on Dover; +0015 and –0·6m on HW Plymouth. Temp day x in
NOTE: Strong SW winds hold up the ebb and raise levels, as does 3m at mouth of drying river, open to SW. Enter only in offshore
the river if in spate. winds and settled weather. Beware Wells Rk (1m) 1M SE of ent.
Appr from SW, clear of Edwards Rk. Ent between Battisborough
SHELTER Very good in river. Entry is easy except in strong SW–W Is and W. Mary’s Rk (dries 1·1m) keeping to the W. No facilities.
winds; x in Cellar Bay is open from SW to NW. Space in the hbr is very Two Historic Wrecks are at 50°18’·15N 03°57’·41W and 50°18’·41N
limited, and in wind-over-tide conditions, when moored yachts lie 03°57’·19W on W side of the ent.
across the stream, larger vessels may find turning difficult. Vessels
>18m LOA may not enter without the HM’s permission. RIVER AVON, Devon, 50°16’·63N 03°53’·33W. AC1613. Tides as
R Erme, above. Appr close E of conspic Burgh Is (x) & Murray’s
NAVIGATION Outer WPT 50°18´·03N 04°05´·55W, 033°/7ca to the Rk, marked by bcn. Enter drying river HW –1, only in offshore
Inner WPT 50°18´·59N 04°04´·98W; then 089°/5½ca to the Sand Bar. winds and settled weather. Narrow chan hugs cliffy NW shore,
Keep St Werburgh’s ò twr between 010° and 030° to clear the then S-bends SE and N off Bantham. Local knowledge or a dinghy
Slimers and the W & E Ebb Rocks, then turn onto 089°; ldg bns recce near LW would assist. Streams run hard, but able to dry out
(both W H with B stripe). £ clears Mouthstone Ledge, but not the in good shelter clear of moorings. HM e(01548) 561196. Y !
sand bar which extends SW. Two PHM mark the S end of the Sand T at Bantham. Aveton Gifford accessible by dinghy, 2·5M.
Bar and must be left to port on entry; the seaward buoy (Fl R 5s).
On passing the second (E’ly) buoy (Fl R 3s) turn onto 047° ldg bns HOPE COVE, Devon, 50°14’·65N 03°51’·78W. AC 1613. Tides as R
(both W with R stripe), on the N shore, and follow line of the river. Erme; ML 2·6m; Duration 0615. Popular day x in centre of cove,
There is only 0·9m at MLWS between the Sand Bar and Misery but poor holding and only in offshore winds. Appr with old LB
Point. Leave Spit PHM buoy to port and Office SHM to starboard. ho in SE corner of the cove brg 130° and x WSW of the pier head,
No x in river; speed limit 6kn. clear of moorings. Basse Rock extends 30m around the pier head.
Off the S shore Goody Rock (dries 2·5m) is cleared by brgs of 060°
LIGHTS AND MARKS Great Mewstone (57m) is conspic 1·5M to W on the pier head and 120° on the old LB ho. No lights. Facilities:
of river ent; no passage between it and the coast. very limited in village, good at Salcombe (4M bus).
168
9.1.19 SALCOMBE HM Ch 14 before approaching. The deepest water is close inshore

to the west off the leading line. The spring flood reaches 2·5kn.
Devon 50°13’·17N 03°46’·67W (The Bar) 11222333 Speed limit 8kn, marked in season by 3 Y SPM between Cadmus
CHARTS AC 1613, 1634, 28, 5602; Imray C10, C6, C5, 2300 and Chapple Rks, but 6kn between Marine Hotel/racing start line
SW England
and the Saltstone (approx 50°15’·2N 03°45’·5W); minimise wash;
TIDES –0523 Dover; ML 3·1; Duration 0615 radar checks in force. In Jul/Aug within the hbr cruising yachts
Standard Port PLYMOUTH | must motor, not sail. When dinghy racing in progress (Sat/Sun
and regatta weeks: Fl Y lt at YC and warning on Ch 14) yachts
Times Height (metres) should use a fairway marked by Y SPM buoys close to the NW bank
High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS and straddling the start line. Two Historic Wrecks lie 1M WNW of
0100 0600 0100 0600 5·5 4·4 2·2 0·8 Prawle Pt at 50°12’·74N 03°44’·40W & 50°12’·73N 03°44’·75W.
1300 1800 1300 1800
Differences SALCOMBE LIGHTS AND MARKS Outer 000° ldg marks, both R/W bcns (a conspic
0000 +0010 +0005 –0005 –0·2 –0·3 –0·1 –0·1 gabled house close N is more easily seen): front, Poundstone; rear,
START POINT Sandhill Pt Dir lt 000°, stay in the W sector (357·5°-002·5°). Close
+0015 +0015 +0005 +0010 –0·1 –0·2 +0·1 +0·2 W of ldg line beware Bass Rk (0·8m) marked by PHM lt buoy; and,
close E, Wolf Rk (0·6m), marked by SHM lt buoy. When past Wolf
SHELTER Good, but fresh S’lies can cause uncomfortable swell off Rk, leave Black Stone Rk (5m), G/W bcn, well to stbd and pick up
the town. Better shelter in The Bag at u pontoon for about 36 inner ldg lts 042·5°.
boats berthed 3 deep. xs at Sunny Cove; off SE shore from YC start
line to fuel barge (where poor holding has been reported); 200m COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01548) Dr e842284. HM e843791:
W and 300m SSE of Salt Stone SHM bcn 50°15´·19N 03°45´·55W. May to mid-Sep: 0900-1645 Mon-Thu; 0900-1615 Fri-Sun.
Salcombe Hbr Launch (May to mid-Sep: daily 0715 -2300; rest of
NAVIGATION WPT 50°12´·43N 03°46´·67W, 000°/1·3M to Sandhill Pt year: Mon-Fri 0900-1600) Ch 14. Harbour taxi Ch 12. Fuel Barge
lt. In normal conditions The Bar (least depth 1m) is not a problem, Ch 06. ICC HQ.
but it should not be crossed on an ebb tide with strong onshore
winds or swell when dangerous breakers can occur; if in doubt, call FACILITIES www.salcombeharbour.co.uk www.southhams.gov.uk
Locals’ Up to 150u. Numerous as flanking fairway off
73 14
pontoons the town. The Bag (50°14´·58N 03°45´·56W):
Pontoon 4 and
82 37
Ox
Pt. moorings pontoon 12 & + rafting. 21 as (orange <8m
38 The LOA, yellow >8m). Pontoon & a £2·00 (inc
See inset 73
35 Bag Ox Rk Ba
tso
TV Mast(110) hbr dues). x £0·90/m. Short stay pontoon (½
125 3 nC 38 Fl.5s45m8M hr max, 0700-1900, G 1000-1100) in 0·9m is
2F.R Fl.2s ree The
(vert) 113 k
E of HM’s office for adjacent H/j. Public A
1.
Bag
0m
39 Fl.2s5m8M
Snapes Point Orestes
Rk
3
e(12t) in Batson Creek (Fishermens Quay). I on
14
14
Snapes Scoble Pt pontoon in The Bag. j at Whitestrand Quay.
FS 14 Pt 21
24 7 Small Craft 22 Small Craft 1 Fuel Barge P P e07801 798862, summer 7/7
2F.R(vert) 8
Middle 6 0
6
Moorings 76 Moorings pool
South ek 24
0830-1700; winter Mon-Fri 0830-1700.
Fl.R.2s 58 Ground Cre
46 64 RNSA 18 Salcombe YC e842872 / 842593, y Q T.
x3 94
RG x10 94 G Island CC e531776, No 3 Boatstore, Island St.
Fl.G.2s Steps 3 F.R.3M 88 13
88 Services ä : è T à F ACA.
13 FS Bns
F.R.3M N Town Y Q v Q T z (bus to Totnes).
64
50º14'N Racing start line
SALCOMBE Small’s Cove ADJACENT HARBOUR, 3M north
61
Y
KINGSBRIDGE, 50°16’·88N 03°46’·52W. AC 28.
t
oin
5º
Dir.FI.WRG. HW = HW Salcombe +0005. The 3M chan,

lP
14
2·
2s27m8M East Portlemouth

hil
04
which dries approx 2·4m in the upper reaches,

nd
s
Lt
Mill Bay
Sa
RW
is marked beyond Salt Stone SHM perch by R/W
g
Ld
14 RW
Fl.R.5s PHM poles with R can topmarks. 6ca N of Salt
Moult Biddlehead Point
Pt RW RW
Stone a secondary chan marked by PHM buoys
Fl.R.5s
Fl.G.5s gradually diverges E into Balcombe Creek (dries).
16 metres
0 1000 Ferry berths at private pontoon at New Quay, 3ca
03 Fl.G.5s 09
Bass Rk
Wolf cables S of drying Kingsbridge basin and on outside of
Rk
Splatcove Fl.G.5s Limebury Point
0 5 the new mooring pontoon. Max LOA 11m.
Pt Fl.R.5s 01 u boats < 5·5m & on pontoon on west wall.
23 Portlemouth
03
05 Down u 5·5m < & < 9m inside middle of pontoon. u
09 >9m & on the wall N of the pontoon (drying
4 3·4m to soft mud). Best to pre-check berth
15 The Bar 36
availability with Salcombe HM; fees and Hbr
19 2 4 53 dues are payable.
25 33 57
67
43 5 Services = à.
76 Chapple Rks 05 13 Town Y Q ! v Q T E 852349 (A&E).
13' Rickham Rk 86
95 31 89
Cadmus Rks The Range 08
76
Wk 134
Starehole 9
Ldg line 000º
Bay
Bolt Historic
Head Wreck
Mewstone
(16) 175 161
Starehole Elender
Little Y (May-Sep)
Cove
Mewstone
134 124
(3) 245 Gammon
72 Head
3°46'W
47' 45' 44'
169
Dartmouth
9.1.20 DARTMOUTH 44
2FR (vert)
metres
0 200
Devon 50°20’·66N 03°33’·96W 111222333 56 cables
2FR 0 1
CHARTS AC 1613, 1634, 2253, 5602; Imray C10, C5, 2300
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(vert)
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Dittisham Fl(2)R.5s 32 Dart N
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Viper's Quay 50°23'·0N Marina
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Office
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Cr
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Slip House 22'·9
I
65
Tro
(Ru) Ned's Pt
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127 62
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72
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11 77
Dittisham 2FR
I
(vert) Pontoons
I I
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I
56
I
29 12
I
Lower
I
Kilngate
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44 Dinghies only
I
22' 58 42
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Noss 31
Marina 2FR
I
(vert) 29
orings
1·5m
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(vert) 2FG
(vert)
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89 Pontoons
Ferry separate 27
I
33
Old chartlet 42
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Royal Naval Dart 2FG
I
College 2FR
Boat D (vert) Grid
rage
Marina
Fuel (vert) MS4
I
Barge Float
I
26
Moorings
Ancho
MS3 Darthaven
I
Town C
A
I
Pontoon
DARTMOUTH Grid Marina 21
I
B
I
MS2
Main
Boat Float
67 2
I
2FR
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No5 62 A
F
(vert)
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2FG
I
HrMr Darthaven (vert)
I
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21' The Dartmouth YC I
Car Ferry (Summer 2FG I

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KINGSWEAR only) 169 MS1 (vert) I

Bayards Cove Dartmouth I
RDYC IsoWRG YC I
FlWRG 131 Moo
2s5m6M 3s9m8M
ring Lowe
r Ferr
(Sectored) s y 2FG (vert) KINGSWEAR
M
89
o
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o
n g s Royal Dart YC
F.WRG
N Warfleet Kingswear Castle
Creek 76
Dartmouth Bn(conspic)
Castle (167m)
Fl(2)R5s
R
The
Range
0 1000
metres 73
White CG Inner
cables Cottages Froward
0 5 FS 76
(conspic) Pt
Blackstone Pt 12
HM Ch 11 Compass Y
W Blackstone 14
Cove 06 RDYC3
50°20'N Mew
Stone Apr-Oct
mit FlG5s
d li G Castle W. Rk (35)
pee Ledge
kns 34
it 6
lim 119 West Rock
ur
rbo 52 Q(6)+LFl.15s
Meg Ha
Mew Stone
Rks VQ(6)+LFl.10s
3
Combe Pt 73
09
Q.R
R Y
37 Homestone Apr-Oct
201
37
Earlstones 85 3°33'W
35' 34' 32'
170
TIDES –0510 Dover; ML 2·8; Duration 0630 by DHNA and Darthaven marina; the former are for 2hrs max. The
DARTMOUTH {. The differences below are referred to Plymouth 3 u pontoons (14m LOA) are N of the fuel barge.
as Standard Port, not to Dartmouth. Only space to x is E of fairway and Nos 3A to 5 buoys, with HM’s
Times Height (metres) agreement. These large unlit mooring buoys (plus Nos 3, 5A and 6)
SW England
High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS in mid-stream are for commercial vessels/FVs; do not x over their
0100 0600 0100 0600 5·5 4·4 2·2 0·8 ground chains, as shown on AC 2253.
1300 1800 1300 1800 Darthaven Marina www.darthaven.co.uk e752242, 250&+20u
Differences GREENWAY QUAY (DITTISHAM) £2·75+VAT+hbr dues. v I i ä : è T e(40t) F wi-fi.
+0030 +0045 +0025 +0005 –0·6 –0·6 –0·2 –0·2
Dart Marina b www.dartmarinayachtharbour.com e837161.
STOKE GABRIEL (DUNCANNON)
110& inc u £3+VAT+é+hbr dues. v Q wi-fi.
+0035 +0040 +0020 +0030 –0·9 –0·8 –0·4 –0·3
TOTNES Noss Marina www.premiermarinas.com e839087 mob 07920 425452.
+0030 +0040 +0115 +0030 –2·0 –2·1 DR DR !232& £3·55 + dues, v i : è d à wi-fi.
SHELTER Excellent shelter inside the harbour and upriver. Three YACHT CLUBS (visitors welcome): Royal Regatta, last week Aug.
marinas and many other & (for yachts< 14m) and © options. River Royal Dart YC e752272, short stay pontoon, G Q T e752880.
navigable to Totnes depending on tide and draught. Dartmouth YC e832305, y G j Q T.
NAVIGATION WPT 50°19´·53N 03°32´·83W, 328°/1·5M in the white SERVICES Fuel Barge between buoys 8 and 9, Ch 06, P P; e07801
sector of Kingswear Dir lt. Bayard’s Cove Dir lt leads 293° to abeam 798861 summer 7/7 0800-1800; winter Mon/Wed/Fri 1200-1700,
Royal Dart YC where the main fairway opens. There is no bar Sat/Sun 1000-1700. Waste pontoon with water N of Fuel barge.
and hbr access is H24, but ent can be difficult in strong SE to SW Creekside BY (Old Mill Creek) e832649, ! = dry dock,
winds. Speed limit 6kn from Castle Ledge buoy upriver to 1M &(customer only) G é ä : è g(14t) F.
below Totnes. Caution: The Lower and Higher car ferries S and N
of Dartmouth have right of way; give way early. Dartside Quay (Galmpton Creek): www.dartsidequay.co.uk
e845445 !y = G é i ä : è T Ü e(65t/16t), F wi-fi.
LIGHTS AND MARKS as on the chartlet and/or 9.1.4. E of the Town www.dartmouth-tourism.org.uk, ) H/j v (0800-2000)
ent, on Inner Froward Pt (167m) is a conspic daymark, obelisk Ä à Y Q ! Q T z e555872 (steam train in season to Paignton);
(24·5m). Lateral and cardinal lt buoys mark all dangers to seaward bus to Totnes/Paignton, X Exeter.
of conspic Dartmouth Castle. SPMs circle the ent at a dist of 8ca. In
hbr, jetty/pier lts to the W are 2FR (vert) and 2FG (vert) to the E. UPRIVER TO DITTISHAM AND TOTNES
DITTISHAM xs/as/Berths: For xs above Anchor Stone, call
COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01803) Dr 832212; Dartnav VHF Ch 11 DartNav Ch 11. Many Was (black ‘V’ and LOA) between Anchor
(summer 0730-2100). Darthaven, Dart and Noss marinas Ch 80. Stone & Dittisham; no x. 4 as off Stoke Gabriel by SHM bcn, QG.
Fuel barge Ch 06. Water taxis: Yacht taxi (DHNA) Ch 69, mob 07970 H/j in village park to N (5 mins walk) of Ferry Boat Inn.
346571 (summer 0800-2300, winter 1000-1600). Greenway ferry Ch
10 or e844010 (to Dittisham). R Dart is navigable by day on the flood to Totnes bridge,
5·5M above Dittisham. Use AC 2253 and DHNA annual
FACILITIES Dart Harbour and Navigation Authority (DHNA), handbook. HW Totnes = HW Dartmouth +0015. Speed limit
www.dartharbour.org e832337, 450&+90u. 6kn to S end of Home Reach, then ‘Dead Slow’ (no wash).
Town jetty (inside) £2·55/m/day (outside 1700-0840)£1·46/m/nt. Leave Anchor Stone to port. From Dittisham brgs of 020° / 310° on
S Embankment £1·60; other pontoons, as and x £1·55/m; all inc successive Boat Houses lead between Lower Back and Flat Owers; or
Hbr dues (£0.95) & VAT. = G H/j to N of Boat Float. keep E of the latter. Upriver channel is marked by lateral buoys.
DHNA u pontoons are marked by blue flags and as are white with TOTNES All berths dry. W bank: Baltic Wharf e867922, & (u
black ‘V’ or ‘Visitors’ in yellow and black. Check availability with pre-call) G é Ü e(16t) g(35t) : F.
HM or call DHNA. The most likely u berths from S to N are: E bank: (u call DHNA) for 5& at Steamer Quay, keep clear of ferry
W bank: pontoon (max 9m LOA) off Dartmouth YC (May-Sep). berths. Limited & on soft mud in the W Arm N of Steam Packet
Town pontoon W side only, but E side 1700-0845. N’ly of 2 pontoons Inn e863880, G é v Q T. Totnes All amenities; mainline z.
just S of Dart marina (14m max LOA, depth 1·6m).
E of fairway: The u pontoon by Kingswear rail station is shared
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Dartmouth tides
STANDARD TIME (UT) DARTMOUTH LAT 50°21’N LONG 3°35’W Dates in red are SPRINGS
YEAR 2023

1 0102
0646
SU 1326
4.0
1.8
4.1
16 0517 1.9
1156 4.0
M 1759 1.9
1 0221
0821
W 1500
3.7
2.1
3.7
16 0120
0734
TH 1409
3.8
2.0
3.8
1 0558 2.2
1230 3.4
W 1833 2.3
16 0523 2.0
1219 3.6
TH 1811 2.1
1 0227
0847
SA 1513
3.6
2.1
3.6
16 0231
0845
SU 1523
4.1
1.4
4.0
1926 1.8 2057 2.0 2020 1.9 2106 2.0 2114 1.4
2 0205
0759
M 1431
4.0
1.9
4.1
17 0037
0639
TU 1307
3.8
2.0
4.0
2 0330
0940
TH 1604
3.9
1.9
3.8
17 0254
0906
F 1539
4.0
1.6
4.0
2 0128
0730
TH 1434
3.5
2.3
3.4
17 0102
0723
F 1405
3.7
2.0
3.6
2 0330
0946
SU 1605
3.9
1.6
3.9
17 0340
0946
M 1621
4.4
0.9
4.4
2032 1.7 1925 1.9 2203 1.8 2141 1.5 2014 2.3 2012 2.0 2159 1.6 2211 0.9
3 0306
0905
TU 1532
4.1
1.7
4.1
18 0157
0805
W 1431
3.9
1.8
4.0
3 0427
1036
F 1657
4.1
1.6
4.1
18 0410
1018
SA 1649
4.4
1.2
4.3
3 0302
0925
F 1543
3.7
2.0
3.6
18 0243
0901
SA 1536
4.0
1.6
4.0
3 0418
1028
M 1648
4.2
1.3
4.2
18 0435
1038
TU 1709
4.7
0.5
4.7
2132 1.6 2042 1.7 2253 1.5 2245 1.1 2145 1.9 2133 1.5 2241 1.2 2259 0.5
4 0401
1000
W 1626
4.2
1.6
4.2
19 0315
0919
TH 1550
4.2
1.5
4.2
4 0514
1121
SA 1741
4.4
1.3
4.2
19 0512
1116
SU 1748
4.7
0.7
4.6
4 0403
1020
SA 1636
4.0
1.6
3.9
19 0400
1007
SU 1641
4.4
1.0
4.3
4 0501
1105
TU 1729
4.4
1.0
4.4
19 0525
1123
W 1754
4.9
0.2
4.8
2223 1.5 2151 1.4 2336 1.3 2340 0.6 2235 1.5 2233 0.9 2318 1.0 2344 0.3
5 0449
1050
TH 1713
4.4
1.4
4.3
20 0424
1025
F 1657
4.5
1.2
4.4
5 0556 4.6
1202 1.1
SU 1821 4.4
20 0606 5.0
1208 0.3
M 1840 4.8
5 0450
1103
SU 1719
4.3
1.3
4.2
20 0458
1102
M 1734
4.7
0.5
4.7
5 0542
1141
W 1807
4.6
0.8
4.5
20 0610 5.0
1206 0.1
TH 1834 4.9
2307 1.3 2252 1.1 9 4 2316 1.2 2323 0.5 2353 0.8 4
6 0532 4.6
1134 1.3
F 1756 4.4
21 0524 4.8
1123 0.8
SA 1757 4.6
6 0013
0634
M 1237
1.1
4.7
1.0
21 0028
0656
TU 1254
0.3
5.2
0.0
6 0533
1141
M 1759
4.5
1.0
4.4
21 0548 5.0
1150 0.1
TU 1821 4.9
6 0621
1213
TH 1843
4.7
0.7
4.6
21 0024
0651
F 1244
0.2
5.0
0.1
9 2348 1.2 4 2349 0.8 1858 4.4 1927 4.9 2353 1.0 4 9 1910 4.9
7 0611 4.7
1213 1.2
SA 1834 4.4
22 0618 5.0
1218 0.5
SU 1850 4.8
7 0045
0710
TU 1308
1.0
4.7
0.9
22 0112
0742
W 1337
0.1
5.3
-0.1
7 0612 4.6
1215 0.8
TU 1836 4.5
22 0009
0636
W 1233
0.2
5.2
-0.1
7 0025
0658
F 1244
0.7
4.7
0.6
22 0101
0727
SA 1320
0.2
4.9
0.3
1933 4.4 2009 5.0 9 1904 5.0 1916 4.6 1941 4.8
8 0024
0648
SU 1248
1.2
4.7
1.2
23 0039
0709
M 1308
0.6
5.1
0.3
8 0115
0745
W 1336
1.0
4.7
0.9
23 0153
0824
TH 1415
0.1
5.2
0.1
8 0024
0650
W 1245
0.8
4.7
0.7
23 0050
0718
TH 1313
0.0
5.2
-0.1
8 0056
0731
SA 1314
0.6
4.7
0.6
23 0135
0758
SU 1352
0.4
4.7
0.6
1910 4.4 1941 4.8 2006 4.4 2046 4.9 1911 4.5 1942 5.0 1946 4.6 2007 4.7
9 0057
0723
M 1320
1.2
4.7
1.2
24 0127
0757
TU 1354
0.4
5.2
0.3
9 0142
0816
TH 1401
1.0
4.6
1.0
24 0229
0902
F 1451
0.3
5.0
0.3
9 0054
0724
TH 1313
0.8
4.7
0.7
24 0128
0756
F 1349
0.0
5.1
0.1
9 0127
0802
SU 1343
0.7
4.6
0.7
24 0206
0825
M 1421
0.8
4.5
1.0
1945 4.4 2027 4.8 2035 4.4 2119 4.7 1944 4.5 2015 4.9 2015 4.6 2031 4.5
10 0127
0756
TU 1350
1.3
4.6
1.3
25 0210
0843
W 1437
0.4
5.2
0.3
10 0208
0844
F 1427
1.0
4.5
1.1
25 0303
0934
SA 1524
0.6
4.8
0.7
10 0121
0755
F 1339
0.7
4.7
0.7
25 0202
0830
SA 1421
0.2
4.9
0.4
10 0157
0833
M 1413
0.8
4.5
0.9
25 0236
0851
TU 1449
1.1
4.2
1.4
2019 4.3 2111 4.8 2102 4.3 2148 4.4 2012 4.5 2042 4.7 2044 4.5 2100 4.3
11 0157
0829
W 1419
1.3
4.5
1.3
26 0252
0927
TH 1517
0.6
5.0
0.5
11 0236
0911
SA 1456
1.1
4.4
1.2
26 0336
1002
SU 1557
1.0
4.4
1.2
11 0148
0823
SA 1404
0.8
4.6
0.8
26 0234
0858
SU 1451
0.6
4.6
0.8
11 0230
0908
TU 1447
1.0
4.3
1.2
26 0306
0923
W 1519
1.5
3.9
1.8
2052 4.2 2152 4.6 2127 4.2 2214 4.2 2036 4.4 2105 4.5 2120 4.3 2135 4.0
12 0225
0902
TH 1448
1.4
4.4
1.4
27 0331
1007
F 1557
0.8
4.8
0.9
12 0306
0941
SU 1528
1.3
4.3
1.3
27 0410
1031
M 1632
1.4
4.0
1.7
12 0214
0850
SU 1432
0.9
4.5
1.0
27 0303
0921
M 1519
1.0
4.3
1.3
12 0309
0952
W 1530
1.3
4.0
1.6
27 0346
1005
TH 1604
1.9
3.6
2.1
2124 4.1 2230 4.4 2158 4.1 5 2246 3.9 2102 4.4 2130 4.2 2209 4.1 5 2223 3.8
13 0257
0934
F 1521
1.5
4.3
1.5
28 0409
1046
SA 1636
1.1
4.5
1.3
13 0344
1020
M 1609
1.5
4.1
1.6
28 0454
1111
TU 1721
1.9
3.7
2.1
13 0245
0919
M 1502
1.0
4.3
1.2
28 0334
0949
TU 1551
1.4
3.9
1.7
13 0402
1053
TH 1631
1.6
3.7
1.9
28 0448
1107
F 1717
2.1
3.4
2.3
2158 4.0 5 2309 4.1 8 2245 3.9 2339 3.6 2132 4.2 2203 3.9 8 2318 3.8 2329 3.6
14 0332
1011
SA 1600
1.6
4.2
1.6
29 0452
1128
SU 1720
1.5
4.1
1.6
14 0433
1116
TU 1706
1.7
3.9
1.8
14 0320
0957
TU 1542
1.3
4.1
1.5
29 0414
1030
W 1637
1.9
3.6
2.1
14 0525
1219
F 1811
1.9
3.6
2.1
29 0607 2.2
1304 3.3
SA 1838 2.3
2239 3.9 2354 3.9 2353 3.8 2218 4.0 5 2251 3.6
15 0417
1058
SU 1651
1.8
4.1
1.8
30 0543 1.9
1223 3.8
M 1816 2.0
15 0547 2.0
1234 3.8
W 1835 2.0
15 0408
1056
W 1638
1.6
3.8
1.9
30 0519 2.2
1135 3.3
TH 1752 2.4
15 0054
0718
SA 1404
3.8
1.8
3.7
30 0123
0730
SU 1426
3.6
2.0
3.6
8 2332 3.8 8 2328 3.8 2001 1.8 1957 2.1
31 0100
0652
TU 1341
3.7
2.1
3.7
31 0013
0647
F 1403
3.4
2.3
3.3
1932 2.1 1924 2.4

STANDARD TIME (UT) DARTMOUTH LAT 50°21’N LONG 3°35W Dates in red are SPRINGS
YEAR 2023
SW England
1 0240
0840
M 1521
3.8
1.7
3.8
16 0310
0915
TU 1547
4.4
1.0
4.4
1 0331
0928
TH 1605
4.2
1.3
4.2
16 0426
1025
F 1650
4.4
1.0
4.4
1 0343
0942
SA 1616
4.2
1.3
4.3
16 0456
1052
SU 1713
4.1
1.3
4.4
1 0529
1122
TU 1749
4.5
0.9
4.8
16 0606 4.3
1204 1.1
W 1817 4.6
2101 1.7 2139 1.0 2151 1.3 2249 1.0 2212 1.2 2319 1.2 9 2352 0.6 4
2 0334
0933
TU 1607
4.1
1.4
4.1
17 0405
1007
W 1637
4.6
0.7
4.6
2 0424
1018
F 1653
4.3
1.1
4.4
17 0515
1111
SA 1735
4.4
1.0
4.5
2 0444
1039
SU 1711
4.3
1.1
4.6
17 0542 4.2
1138 1.2
M 1756 4.5
2 0625
1216
W 1841
4.7
0.6
5.0
17 0026
0643
TH 1238
1.0
4.4
1.0
2151 1.4 2230 0.8 2241 1.0 2334 1.0 2307 0.9 4 1853 4.7
3 0421
1018
W 1649
4.3
1.1
4.3
18 0456
1054
TH 1721
4.7
0.6
4.7
3 0513
1104
SA 1738
4.5
0.9
4.6
18 0600 4.4
1154 1.0
SU 1815 4.6
3 0541 4.5
1132 0.9
M 1803 4.8
18 0003
0625
TU 1218
1.1
4.3
1.1
3 0043
0716
TH 1305
0.3
4.8
0.4
18 0058
0718
F 1307
0.9
4.4
1.0
2236 1.1 2315 0.6 2327 0.8 4 9 1835 4.6 1931 5.2 1927 4.7
4 0505
1058
TH 1731
4.5
0.9
4.5
19 0541 4.8
1138 0.5
F 1803 4.8
4 0602 4.6
1150 0.8
SU 1822 4.7
19 0015
0640
M 1232
0.9
4.4
1.0
4 0000
0636
TU 1224
0.7
4.6
0.8
19 0042
0702
W 1255
1.1
4.3
1.1
4 0131
0805
F 1350
0.2
4.8
0.3
19 0125
0751
SA 1333
0.9
4.4
1.0
2316 0.9 4 2357 0.5 9 1850 4.6 1853 4.9 1910 4.6 2018 5.2 1959 4.6
5 0547 4.6
1138 0.7
F 1811 4.6
20 0623 4.7
1217 0.6
SA 1839 4.8
5 0013
0649
M 1234
0.7
4.6
0.7
20 0053
0715
TU 1307
1.0
4.3
1.1
5 0051
0727
W 1314
0.6
4.6
0.7
20 0117
0737
TH 1327
1.0
4.3
1.1
5 0214
0850
SA 1432
0.2
4.8
0.4
20 0149
0823
SU 1358
1.0
4.4
1.1
9 2355 0.7 1905 4.8 1923 4.6 1942 5.0 1945 4.6 2102 5.1 2027 4.5
6 0628 4.7
1215 0.7
SA 1848 4.7
21 0035
0701
SU 1253
0.6
4.6
0.7
6 0057
0734
TU 1318
0.7
4.6
0.8
21 0129
0749
W 1341
1.1
4.3
1.2
6 0141
0817
TH 1401
0.5
4.7
0.7
21 0147
0812
F 1356
1.1
4.3
1.2
6 0256
0932
SU 1511
0.3
4.7
0.6
21 0211
0850
M 1421
1.1
4.3
1.2
1911 4.7 1948 4.8 1956 4.5 2029 5.0 2018 4.5 2143 4.9 2054 4.4
7 0032
0707
SU 1251
0.6
4.7
0.7
22 0111
0733
M 1326
0.8
4.5
0.9
7 0143
0820
W 1403
0.7
4.5
0.9
22 0201
0824
TH 1412
1.2
4.1
1.4
7 0228
0906
F 1448
0.5
4.6
0.7
22 0214
0845
SA 1423
1.2
4.2
1.3
7 0335
1011
M 1551
0.6
4.5
0.9
22 0236
0916
TU 1448
1.2
4.2
1.3
1923 4.7 1940 4.6 2032 4.8 2029 4.4 2117 4.9 2050 4.4 2222 4.6 2120 4.3
8 0109
0745
M 1327
0.6
4.6
0.8
23 0144
0802
TU 1357
1.0
4.3
1.2
8 0230
0908
TH 1450
0.8
4.4
1.1
23 0233
0900
F 1444
1.4
4.0
1.5
8 0314
0953
SA 1533
0.6
4.5
0.9
23 0241
0917
SU 1450
1.3
4.1
1.4
8 0413
1049
TU 1630
1.0
4.3
1.3
23 0304
0944
W 1519
1.3
4.1
1.5
1958 4.7 2009 4.5 2120 4.6 2105 4.3 2204 4.7 2120 4.3 8 2301 4.2 2151 4.1
9 0146
0824
TU 1403
0.8
4.5
1.0
24 0215
0833
W 1427
1.2
4.1
1.5
9 0320
1000
F 1541
1.0
4.2
1.3
24 0306
0938
SA 1517
1.5
3.9
1.7
9 0400
1040
SU 1618
0.8
4.3
1.1
24 0307
0949
M 1519
1.4
4.0
1.5
9 0456
1133
W 1717
1.4
4.0
1.7
24 0340
1024
TH 1602
1.6
3.9
1.8
2035 4.6 2041 4.3 2212 4.5 2143 4.1 2252 4.5 2151 4.2 2350 3.9 5 2241 3.9
10 0226
0906
W 1445
1.0
4.3
1.2
25 0249
0908
TH 1500
1.5
3.9
1.7
10 0414
1058
SA 1637
1.2
4.1
1.4
25 0343
1020
SU 1557
1.6
3.8
1.8
10 0448
1130
M 1707
1.1
4.2
1.3
25 0340
1024
TU 1556
1.5
3.9
1.7
10 0548
1233
TH 1821
1.8
3.8
2.0
25 0429
1124
F 1706
1.8
3.8
2.0
2118 4.4 2117 4.1 8 2311 4.3 2225 4.0 8 2345 4.3 5 2230 4.1 2353 3.7
11 0312
0955
TH 1534
1.2
4.1
1.5
26 0326
0951
F 1541
1.7
3.7
1.9
11 0515 1.3
1201 4.0
SU 1741 1.6
26 0427
1108
M 1647
1.7
3.7
1.9
11 0540 1.3
1225 4.0
TU 1804 1.6
26 0422
1109
W 1645
1.6
3.8
1.8
11 0109
0659
F 1352
3.6
2.1
3.7
26 0549 2.1
1244 3.8
SA 1855 2.1
2210 4.2 2202 4.0 5 2313 3.9 2319 3.9 1949 2.1
12 0412
1058
F 1640
1.5
3.8
1.8
27 0417
1045
SA 1639
1.9
3.6
2.1
12 0019
0623
M 1307
4.2
1.4
4.0
27 0523 1.8
1203 3.7
TU 1751 2.0
12 0044
0641
W 1324
4.1
1.6
3.9
27 0519 1.8
1206 3.8
TH 1757 2.0
12 0236
0832
SA 1506
3.6
2.1
3.8
27 0125
0744
SU 1417
3.7
2.0
3.9
8 2317 4.0 5 2256 3.8 1851 1.6 1912 1.7 2119 1.9 2030 1.8
13 0529 1.7
1219 3.7
SA 1805 1.9
28 0521 2.0
1154 3.5
SU 1748 2.2
13 0128
0733
TU 1410
4.2
1.4
4.1
28 0011
0631
W 1306
3.9
1.8
3.8
13 0152
0751
TH 1429
3.9
1.7
3.9
28 0025
0641
F 1319
3.8
1.9
3.8
13 0345
0947
SU 1606
3.7
1.8
4.1
28 0305
0908
M 1537
3.9
1.7
4.3
2001 1.5 1902 1.9 2025 1.7 1927 1.9 2220 1.6 2144 1.3
14 0043
0658
SU 1342
4.0
1.6
3.9
29 0005
0630
M 1314
3.7
1.9
3.6
14 0233
0836
W 1508
4.2
1.3
4.2
29 0119
0739
TH 1413
3.9
1.7
3.9
14 0300
0900
F 1530
3.9
1.6
4.1
29 0149
0806
SA 1439
3.8
1.8
4.0
14 0440
1040
M 1656
4.0
1.5
4.3
29 0419
1015
TU 1640
4.2
1.2
4.7
1933 1.7 1857 2.0 2104 1.3 2010 1.7 2132 1.6 2045 1.7 2308 1.3 2246 0.8
15 0205
0814
M 1452
4.2
1.3
4.1
30 0124
0736
TU 1420
3.8
1.8
3.8
15 0332
0933
TH 1602
4.3
1.1
4.3
30 0234
0842
F 1517
4.0
1.5
4.1
15 0401
1000
SA 1625
4.0
1.5
4.2
30 0315
0918
SU 1551
4.0
1.5
4.3
15 0526
1124
TU 1738
4.2
1.3
4.5
30 0518
1111
W 1735
4.6
0.8
5.0
2041 1.4 2001 1.8 2158 1.2 2113 1.5 2230 1.4 2153 1.3 2350 1.1 2340 0.4
31 0234
0834
W 1514
4.0
1.5
4.0
31 0428
1024
M 1653
4.2
1.2
4.6
31 0611 4.8
1202 0.4
TH 1826 5.2
2059 1.5 2255 0.9 9

Dartmouth tides – Brixham
STANDARD TIME (UT) DARTMOUTH LAT 50°21’N LONG 3°35’W Dates in red are SPRINGS
YEAR 2023

1 0027
0700
F 1247
0.1
5.0
0.2
16 0029
0653
SA 1239
0.8
4.6
0.9
1 0046
0716
SU 1304
0.0
5.1
0.1
16 0022
0657
M 1236
0.8
4.7
0.9
1 0131
0753
W 1349
0.8
4.9
0.9
16 0100
0738
TH 1322
1.0
4.8
1.0
1 0142
0800
F 1405
1.3
4.7
1.3
16 0136
0811
SA 1404
1.0
4.9
1.0
1913 5.3 1903 4.8 1930 5.3 1909 4.8 2009 4.6 1958 4.6 2022 4.3 2040 4.5
2 0111
0744
SA 1330
0.0
5.0
0.1
17 0055
0725
SU 1305
0.8
4.6
0.9
2 0124
0753
M 1341
0.2
5.1
0.3
17 0050
0727
TU 1305
0.9
4.7
0.9
2 0202
0820
TH 1422
1.1
4.7
1.3
17 0136
0814
F 1400
1.2
4.7
1.2
2 0214
0832
SA 1441
1.5
4.5
1.6
17 0220
0857
SU 1452
1.2
4.8
1.1
1956 5.3 1935 4.7 2007 5.1 1940 4.7 2036 4.3 2038 4.4 2056 4.1 2128 4.4
3 0152
0825
SU 1408
0.0
5.0
0.2
18 0119
0755
M 1330
0.9
4.6
1.0
3 0159
0826
TU 1415
0.5
4.9
0.6
18 0118
0755
W 1334
1.0
4.6
1.0
3 0233
0848
F 1457
1.5
4.4
1.6
18 0214
0855
SA 1444
1.4
4.6
1.4
3 0249
0909
SU 1518
1.8
4.3
1.8
18 0307
0946
M 1542
1.3
4.7
1.2
2036 5.1 2003 4.6 2039 4.8 2009 4.6 2107 4.0 2124 4.2 2136 3.9 2219 4.3
4 0229
0901
M 1444
0.3
4.8
0.5
19 0143
0821
TU 1355
1.0
4.5
1.1
4 0231
0853
W 1448
0.9
4.6
1.1
19 0146
0825
TH 1404
1.1
4.5
1.2
4 0306
0923
SA 1537
1.9
4.2
2.0
19 0259
0945
SU 1538
1.7
4.4
1.7
4 0328
0952
M 1603
2.0
4.1
2.1
19 0359 1.5
1038 4.5
TU 1637 1.4
2112 4.9 2028 4.5 2105 4.4 2041 4.4 2147 3.7 2220 4.0 2226 3.7 5 2315 4.1
5 0303
0933
TU 1518
0.7
4.6
0.9
20 0207
0845
W 1421
1.1
4.4
1.2
5 0301
0918
TH 1521
1.3
4.4
1.5
20 0217
0859
F 1440
1.4
4.4
1.5
5 0351 2.3
1011 3.9
SU 1635 2.3
20 0359 1.9
1045 4.2
M 1649 1.8
5 0418
1045
TU 1700
2.2
4.0
2.2
20 0457 1.7
1138 4.4
W 1738 1.5
2144 4.5 2055 4.4 2131 4.0 2122 4.1 8 2246 3.5 5 2330 3.9 8 2329 3.6
6 0337 1.1
1002 4.3
W 1554 1.4
21 0236
0913
TH 1454
1.3
4.2
1.5
6 0335 1.8
0949 4.1
F 1601 2.0
21 0256
0946
SA 1528
1.7
4.2
1.8
6 0459 2.5
1118 3.7
M 1752 2.4
21 0519 2.1
1200 4.2
TU 1814 1.8
6 0522
1150
W 1806
2.3
3.9
2.2
21 0019
0605
TH 1243
4.1
1.8
4.3
8 2212 4.1 2129 4.1 8 2208 3.7 2218 3.9 1848 1.6
7 0412
1033
TH 1636
1.6
4.0
1.9
22 0310 1.6
0955 4.1
F 1536 1.8
7 0421
1036
SA 1704
2.3
3.8
2.4
22 0351 2.1
1049 4.0
SU 1644 2.1
7 0047
0624
TU 1311
3.4
2.5
3.7
22 0055
0650
W 1321
3.9
1.9
4.2
7 0044
0634
TH 1303
3.7
2.3
3.9
22 0126
0720
F 1353
4.1
1.7
4.3
2247 3.7 5 2223 3.9 2310 3.4 5 2333 3.7 1922 2.3 1935 1.6 1913 2.1 1959 1.6
8 0500
1122
F 1738
2.1
3.7
2.3
23 0359
1100
SA 1643
2.0
3.9
2.1
8 0536 2.6
1207 3.5
SU 1839 2.5
23 0525 2.3
1213 3.9
M 1837 2.1
8 0210
0750
W 1424
3.6
2.3
3.9
23 0212
0806
TH 1433
4.1
1.7
4.4
8 0156
0741
F 1412
3.8
2.1
4.0
23 0233
0830
SA 1459
4.2
1.6
4.3
2356 3.4 2338 3.7 2031 1.9 2039 1.3 2014 1.8 2103 1.4
9 0613 2.4
1317 3.6
SA 1915 2.4
24 0524 2.3
1224 3.8
SU 1844 2.2
9 0152
0728
M 1413
3.4
2.5
3.7
24 0116
0723
TU 1351
3.7
2.1
4.1
9 0305
0851
TH 1516
3.9
1.9
4.2
24 0315
0907
F 1533
4.4
1.3
4.6
9 0255
0840
SA 1511
4.0
1.9
4.2
24 0334
0932
SU 1600
4.3
1.4
4.4
2040 2.2 2007 1.7 2119 1.6 2135 1.0 2108 1.6 2158 1.3
10 0219
0814
SU 1445
3.4
2.3
3.7
25 0118
0736
M 1405
3.6
2.1
4.0
10 0300
0900
TU 1514
3.7
2.1
4.0
25 0248
0839
W 1506
4.1
1.6
4.5
10 0350
0937
F 1603
4.2
1.6
4.4
25 0408
1000
SA 1627
4.6
1.0
4.8
10 0347
0933
SU 1605
4.2
1.6
4.3
25 0429
1027
M 1655
4.5
1.3
4.5
2111 2.1 2024 1.8 2131 1.7 2112 1.2 2200 1.3 2225 0.8 2156 1.4 2249 1.2
11 0329
0933
M 1546
3.7
2.0
4.0
26 0303
0900
TU 1527
4.0
1.7
4.4
11 0351
0947
W 1602
4.0
1.7
4.3
26 0348
0938
TH 1603
4.4
1.2
4.8
11 0432
1019
SA 1645
4.4
1.3
4.6
26 0456
1048
SU 1715
4.8
0.8
4.9
11 0435
1021
M 1655
4.5
1.3
4.5
26 0518
1116
TU 1743
4.6
1.1
4.5
2204 1.7 2134 1.2 2212 1.4 2205 0.8 2239 1.1 2310 0.7 2242 1.2 2336 1.1
12 0421
1022
TU 1633
4.0
1.6
4.3
27 0410
1000
W 1626
4.4
1.1
4.8
12 0432
1027
TH 1642
4.3
1.3
4.5
27 0439
1028
F 1654
4.8
0.7
5.1
12 0512
1057
SU 1728
4.6
1.1
4.7
27 0540
1134
M 1801
4.9
0.7
4.9
12 0520
1106
TU 1742
4.6
1.1
4.6
27 0603 4.7
1201 1.0
W 1827 4.5
2247 1.3 2230 0.7 2248 1.1 2253 0.4 2315 1.0 9 2353 0.7 4 2326 1.1 9
13 0503
1102
W 1714
4.2
1.2
4.6
28 0503
1053
TH 1717
4.7
0.7
5.1
13 0510
1102
F 1721
4.5
1.1
4.7
28 0525
1114
SA 1740
5.0
0.5
5.2
13 0551
1135
M 1808
4.7
1.0
4.7
28 0621 4.9
1215 0.8
TU 1842 4.8
13 0605
1152
W 1827
4.8
1.0
4.7
28 0017
0642
TH 1242
1.1
4.8
1.0
2324 1.0 2319 0.3 2321 0.9 9 2338 0.3 4 2352 0.9 1905 4.5
14 0541
1139
TH 1752
4.4
1.0
4.7
29 0550 5.0
1141 0.3
F 1805 5.3
14 0547
1136
SA 1800
4.6
0.9
4.8
29 0607 5.1
1158 0.4
SU 1825 5.2
14 0629 4.8
1211 0.9
TU 1845 4.7
29 0032
0658
W 1254
0.8
4.9
0.9
14 0009
0647
TH 1235
1.0
4.9
0.9
29 0055
0717
F 1320
1.1
4.8
1.1
2359 0.9 9 4 2353 0.8 1918 4.6 1911 4.7 1941 4.4
15 0618 4.5
1211 0.9
F 1829 4.8
30 0004
0635
SA 1224
0.1
5.1
0.1
15 0623 4.7
1207 0.9
SU 1835 4.8
30 0018
0647
M 1237
0.3
5.1
0.4
15 0026
0704
W 1246
0.9
4.8
0.9
30 0108
0730
TH 1331
1.0
4.8
1.1
15 0052
0728
F 1320
1.0
4.9
0.9
30 0130
0750
SA 1355
1.2
4.7
1.2
4 1850 5.3 1904 5.1 1922 4.7 1950 4.5 1954 4.6 2014 4.3
31 0056
0722
TU 1315
0.5
5.0
0.6
31 0202
0824
SU 1427
1.4
4.6
1.4
1939 4.9 2048 4.2

H.W.Hts.m.
0 1 2 3 4 5
DARTMOUTH
M.H.W.N.
M.H.W.S.
MEAN SPRING
SW England
0.9
AND NEAP CURVES
0.8
MEAN RANGES
Springs 4.3m
0.7 Neaps 1.8m
0.6
CHART DATUM
Factor
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
M.L.W.N.
M.L.W.S.
0.1
0 1 2 3 L.W. -6h -5h -4h -3h -2h -1h H.W. +1h +2h +3h +4h +5h L.W.
L.W.Hts.m.
9.1.21 BRIXHAM
Devon 50°24’·31N 03°30’·85W 78 75
82
11122233 85
75 Oc.R.15s.9m6M
Joan Rock 82
CHARTS AC 3315, 1613, 1634, 5602, 26; 6 72 3 82
R 6 82
Imray C10, C5, 2300 FI.R
24·3'
18 78
69 FI.G R
TIDES –0505 Dover; ML 2·9; Duration 0635.
Y 63 G 21
Use TORQUAY Differences on PLYMOUTH. Y it 2F.R Vi 78
im 5 ct 78
rL (vert) or
SHELTER Very good in marina; good at rb ou 54 ia
63 Ha Br
45
YC pontoon in SW of hbr, but outer hbr ea
Ma
36
53 kw Y
in F
is dangerous in strong NW’lies. x NW of 54

To
at
er
w
Outer Co
airw
fairway or in Fishcombe and Elberry Coves n tro

D
Harbour lled
oc
Fishcombe 39 48
W of the hbr; beware water skiers.
ay
Are
k
Cove 66
&
21 a
52
Li
fe
NAVIGATION WPT 50°24´·70N 03° 31´·09W, Small Craft

bo
Trawler 66
39
at
Moorings
(3ca off chartlet), 159°/0·4M to harbour 46 LFI.R 45 and
Fa
LFI.G 02
R
i
Small Craft
rw
entrance. Beware fish farm 5Ca WNW of G 57

ay
42 45 Moorings 2F.G.5s
harbour; easy access H24. Inshore around (vert)
48
Torbay controlled areas (May-Sep, mainly ree
n
c
for swimmers) are marked by unlit Y SPM 36 37 ave
S H
3
G
buoys; boats may enter with caution, 50°24'N
34 W 3 3
speed limit 5kn. Oxen 2F.G.(vert) F I
N Cove 3
LIGHTS AND MARKS Berry Hd, a conspic E
headland and good radar return, is 1·25M 2F.G. D
2F.R.5s C 3 27
ESE of entrance. The fairway is marked by Brixham YC Q.G
(vert) (vert) Brixham
two pairs of lit lateral buoys. See chartlet 2F.R
B Marina office
33
and 9.1.4 for lt details. (vert) 1 A
x2 1
COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01803) Dr Events Pontoon

e855897; E 882153. HM e853321; Pilot BRIXHAM Q.G.6m3M Town Pontoon
e882214; Ch 14 (May-Sep 0800-1800; Oct-

0 400
Apr 0900-1700, Mon-Fri). metres Inner King’s
Harbour Quay
Marina Ch 80. Water Taxi: Shuttle Ch M. cables
0 2 16
Brixham CG
FACILITIES Brixham Marina

brixhammarina.co.uk e882929, = 03°31'W 30·5'
500& inc u £4·25<12·5m>£5·45<18m,
Short stay<4 hrs £10·15. MINOR HARBOUR 2·3M NW OF BRIXHAM
Events pontoon (no é) £2·32 < 12·5m>£2·90.
P(0900-1800, Apr-Oct) v e(50t). PAIGNTON, Devon, 50°25´·96N 03°33´·36W 500m S of Paignton
pier. AC 1613, 26. HW +0035 and –0·6m on Plymouth; Duration
Brixham YC e853332, u pontoon, ! y = G Q T. 0640; ML 2·9m. Hbr dries 1·3m, only suitable for max LOA 8·2m. A
Hbr Office ! each side of fairway, y = P G g(4t). heavy swell enters in E’lies. Drying rks extend 180m ENE from E pier,
Town pontoon & £2·00, é no H/j. ° QR, to Black Rk, ECM twr ° Q (3) 10s 5m 3M. In the approach chan
Town Ä Y Q : è T F ACA Q T bus to Paignton, z X keep to port. HM (summer only) e(01803) 557812, VHF Ch 14.
Exeter. Paignton SC e525817. Facilities: ! i ä : F ACA.
175
Torquay – River Exe
9.1.22 TORQUAY N
Devon 50°27’·45N 03°31’·73W 11122233 0 200
metres
CHARTS AC 3315, 1613, 5602, 26; Imray C5 cables
27'·7 0 1
TIDES –0500 Dover; ML 2·9; Duration 0640 HM Ch 14
Standard Port PLYMOUTH | 4 x 2F.G
(vert) TORQUAY Clock
Times Height (metres) 1 Tr
01
ay
Qu
09 Old
07 Harbour
0100 0600 0100 0600 5·5 4·4 2·2 0·8
th
F
Nor
Small
1300 1800 1300 1800 E
15 03
Marina
Office Craft
Differences TORQUAY 28
Moorings
03 15 13
+0025 +0045 +0010 0000 –0·6 –0·7 –0·2 –0·1 D 18
01
NOTE: There is often a stand of about 1hr at HW 15 2F.R
02 13 (vert) Footbridge
C Sill
23
SHELTER Good, but some swell in hbr with strong SE’lies. xs NW 17
2F.G 2
of Hope’s Nose at Hope Cove, Anstey’s Cove & Babbacombe Bay 16 A (vert)0
14 16 7So
B 31 16 2F.R uth P
are well sheltered in W’lies. No x in hbr. (vert) D ier
Beacon Quay
2F.G
NAVIGATION WPT 50°27´·03N 03°31´·57W, 339°/0·40M to round 33 (vert) 18 16 C
2F.G
SHM buoy 80m WSW of Haldon pier. Semi-blind ent; keep a good (vert) Town Dock
Pr
19 Royal Torbay
in
lookout. Access at all tides, but in strong SE winds backwash may 2F.R(vert)
ce
22 B YC
ss
make the narrow ent difficult. Hbr speed limit 5kn. 36
Pi
21 26
er
Controlled areas (mainly for swimmers, May-Sep) close inshore Q.R. A 14
9m6M 22 23
around Torbay are marked by unlit Y SPM buoys; boats may enter 46
52 2F.G Leisure
47
with caution, speed limit 5kn. Watch out for canoeists. 45 46 (vert) 25 Pier Centre
51 21 aldon
(May-Sep) H 24
LIGHTS AND MARKS Ore Stone (32m rk) is conspic off Hope’s Nose, G Q.G. 11 48
2·3M E of hbr ent. Many conspic white bldgs, but none unique. No 9m6M 18
54 51 39
54 6
ldg marks/lts. Lts may be hard to see against town lts. Controlled Area Inner Millstone
+
G Y The +
COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01803) Dr 212429; E 614567. Q.G. 6 63
63 Outer
Millstones Millstone
Torquay Harbour Ch 14 16 (May-Sep 0800-1800LT; Oct-Apr 0900- (May-Sep)
1700, M-F). Marina Ch 80 (H24), M. Torquay Fuel Ch M.
FACILITIES Marina www.torquaymarina.co.uk e200210, 07764
175611 440&+60 u £4·25<12·5m>£5·45<18m>£6·05<24m; <4hrs
£10.15; v ). 50°27'·3N 63
Y
Town Dock HM e292429. 5 pontoons for boats <9m and a 57
wavebreak replace moorings in SE part of the hbr. Limited u
berths on the W side of the wavebreak, £2·00/m/night. Call HM To r q u a y R o a d s 72
Ch 14.
Haldon Pier = at root, 96m u pontoon in 2m, call HM Ch 14: &/ 31'·8 03°31'·5W Y
raft £1.94, G é(long lead). Also used for events.

S Pier S side: P P LPG at fuel pontoon, Riviera Fuel VHF Ch M; to HM on Ch 14 when the flapgate is down, approx HW –3½ to +3
e294509, 07786 370324 (Apr-Sept 0830-1900 W/days, 1000-1900 Sun); (0700-2300 Apr-Sep, 0900-1700 Oct-Mar). IPTS sigs 2 and 4 control
g(6t). N side: & G. ent/exit. Do not pass under the bridge when it is down. & G.
Inner Hbr A wall with sill (11·6m wide), retains 1·0m–2·8m inside. Royal Torbay YC e292006, Q T.
Above it a footbridge with lifting centre section opens on request Town i ä : è T à F ACA Y Q ! v Q T @ z X(Exeter).
9.1.23 TEIGNMOUTH NAVIGATION WPT 50°32´·37N 03°29´·15W, 265°/5ca to trng wall

lt (Oc R 6s) £ 2 white hs on seawall beyond. The E-W chan is
Devon 50°32’·37N 03°30’·00W (Abeam The Point) 112233 dredged as the Bar, Pole and Spratt Sands shift frequently; AC
CHARTS AC 3315, 26, 5601, 5602; Imray C10, C5, 2300 26 may not immediately show such shifts. Depths reduce to CD
over the Bar. Detailed pilotage and hbr notes are in the excellent
TIDES –0450 Dover; ML 2·7; Duration 0625 website below. Appr chan is not well buoyed, contact HM for latest
Standard Port PLYMOUTH | situation. Small buoys laid by Pilots near the appr chan, should not
be relied upon. Beware rks off The Ness; and variable extent of The
Times Height (metres) Salty, a bank of hard gravel/sand. Max speed 6kn over the ground;
5kn inside Y buoys off The Ness and Teignmouth beaches.
0100 0600 0100 0600 5·5 4·4 2·2 0·8
1300 1800 1300 1800 Clearance under Shaldon bridge is 2·9m at MHWS and approx
Differences TEIGNMOUTH (Approaches) 6·7m at MLWS; near its N end there is a 9m wide drawbridge
+0020 +0050 +0025 0000 –0·9 –0·8 –0·2 –0·1 section. Avoid a Historic wreck site (50°32’·95N 03°29’·24W; just
TEIGNMOUTH (New Quay) off chartlet), close inshore ENE of Ch twr.
+0025 +0055 +0040 +0005 –0·8 –0·8 –0·2 +0·1 LIGHTS AND MARKS The Ness, a 50m high red sandstone headland,
Tidal streams. At the hbr ent the flood starts HW Plymouth –5½ and church tower are both conspic from afar. Close NE of the latter,
and the ebb at HWP +¾. Be aware that from about HW –3, as just off N edge of chartlet, Teign Corinthian YC bldg (cream colour)
The Salty covers, the flood sets NW across it and a small back is also conspic. Ignore two FR (NNE of The Point); they are not ldg
eddy flows S past the ® pontoons. HW slack occurs at approx lts. N of The Point, two F Bu lts align 023°, but are not ldg lts. A Y
HWP +½. can buoy, Fl Y 5s, at 50°31’·97N 03°27’·78W marks the seaward end
of outfall, 103° The Ness 1·3M.
SHELTER Good, but entry hazardous in strong onshore winds
(NE-S) when surf forms on the bar. COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01626) Dr 774355; E 772161.
176
HM e773165 (or mob 07796 178456 in St Michael's

emergency or out of hrs). Tower & FS N
R
Hbr Ch 12 16 (Mon-Fri 0900-1400). 2F.G.(vert) Wester n
Y
Y 24 Quay Eastern TEIGNMOUTH R
G 08 Quay
SW England
FACILITIES www.teignmouth-harbour. 01 2F.G(vert) R 03
com; info@teignmouth-harbour.com. 07 34 Small Craft Moorings 1
17 34 2 2F.G(vert)
2·9 5 2 9 G R
F.Bu 04
In suitable weather up to 10 boats can 34 29 Fish Quay
raft on 2 detached 20m ® pontoons 09 F.Bu R
3
14 17 New Quay 03
(Jubilee & Trafalgar) at 50°32´·62N Teignmouth & 33
03 G Obstn 03
03°29´·96W in 2·5m; £1.10/m. Third Shaldon Bridge Fl.R.2s R 2F.G.
T H E S A LT Y F.R. (vert)
G
pontoon (Newfoundland) is for local 22 27 CG 11m3M 09
boats only. No õ in hbr due to many 11 43 F.R. G
Small 22 06 12
09 Fl.G. G 10m6M
moorings and strong tidal streams. In Craft 23 2s
1 8
Y Y Moorings 32
fair weather õ approx 1·5ca SE of The FI.R.2s 14 03
Ness or Teignmouth Pier. 50°32'·5N R r ry 21 09
Fe G
Quay S P R AT T S A N D
E Quay Polly Steps = (up to 10m). 08 07 01 NB 27 03 12
18 Fl.G.2s
Point
Teign Corinthian YC e772734, a£8 T. Shaldon 22 The 03 The Bar 21
9 Oc.G.6s & F.G(vert) See Note 21
Services = G i ä : è T Ü g(8t) F. 47
11 Fl.G.2s
0 8
23 Oc.R.6s.4m3M 1 03
NOTE
Town Ä Ç (1M), y G Y Q ! v Q The Bar frequently
3
06 E Pole 15
Training Wall Fl.R.3s Pole Sand Sand FI.R.2s
T z X(Exeter). changes. Special buoys F.R 21 15
26
laid at The Bar are for the BW 09
aid of pilots and do not 03
The Ness
necessarily mark the 50 09 34
Outfa
navigable channel. ll
21
0 500 15
metres 03 21
cables 09
0 2 4
HM Ch 12
32'·1 30'·5 3°30'·0W 29'·5
9.1.24 RIVER EXE

Devon 50°36’·94N 03°25’·40W (Abeam Exmouth) 112233
CHARTS AC 3315, 2290, 5601; Imray C10, C5, 2300
Standard Port PLYMOUTH |
0100 0600 0100 0600 5·5 4·4 2·2 0·8
1300 1800 1300 1800
Differences EXMOUTH (Approaches)
+0030 +0050 +0015 +0005 –0·9 –1·0 –0·5 –0·3
EXMOUTH DOCK
+0035 +0055 +0050 +0020 –1·5 –1·6 –0·9 –0·5
STARCROSS
+0040 +0100 +0055 +0025 –1·4 –1·5 –0·8 –0·1
TURF LOCK
+0045 +0100 +0034 ND –1·6 –1·6 –1·2 –0·4
TOPSHAM
+0045 +0105 ND ND –1·5 –1·6 ND ND
NOTE: In the appr chan the sp ebb reaches 3·3kn; with wind
against tide a confused, breaking sea quickly builds. Off Warren
Pt the flood stream runs at 3-4kn and the ebb can exceed 4½kn
when the banks uncover.
SHELTER Good upstream of No 13 buoy and in Dock.

NAVIGATION WPT 50°35’·92N 03°23’·75W, Exe SWM buoy, 335°/6ca
to No 7 SHM buoy. Up-to-date AC 2290 is essential. Leave WPT at
approx LW+2 (or when there is sufficient rise of the tide) when
hazards can be seen and some shelter obtained, or at HW–1 or
HW–2 to reach Exmouth or Topsham, respectively, at slack water.
Be transported to The approach channel, with a least depth of 0·4m, is well marked
with PHM/SHM buoys, some of which are lit. Night entry is not
childhoods by the sea advised. After No 10 PHM buoy do not cut the corner round Warren
Point; turn to the SW after passing No 12 PHM buoy. Beware of
the flood stream sweeping NW past the marina entrance into
moorings and shallow banks.
The estuary bed is sand/mud, free of rocks. Follow the curve of
the channel rather than straight lines between the buoys; some
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Continued overleaf
177
River Exe – Axmouth
05 St
Tr
Margaret's Ch.
TOPSHAM M5 bridge
See inset
EXETER CITY BASIN 41'·4
(off main chartlet)
lyst
12·7 Retreat BY
Th
er C
Moorings
e
Q
Riv
ua
No45 R
y
11
Ex
Exeter Canal
Church Spire Bridge e TOPSHAM

50°43'N 41'·2 08
Ba
No24
Ex
sin
et
er
Fl.G.3s
Ca
No43 Y Bn
na
No22
l
40' R Moorings
Greenland Bn
No41 Swing Bridge Trews SC
Turf G 0
Exe
G Weir 50°41'N
3
Lock Tr(conspic)
ter
2F.R 0 metres 400 05
No37
Can
(vert) G Q.G Trouts BY
Topsham Lock
Gas
al
FI.G.5s No35 42'·8 0 metres 200 (disused) Quay
G 0 cables 2 2F.G
Riv
Q.R (vert)
No20
er
40'·8
R
Ex
31'·9 0 cables 1 03°31'·5W 03°29'W 28'·5
e
05
Q.G
16
G No33 LYMPSTONE The Maer
St Clement's Ch. 18
39' Tr and FS FI.G.3s Sandhills 7m high Maer Craig
G No31 St Mary's Ch.
Slip Q.G Tr
Starcross YC Pier Conger
G No29 Ld Rks
13 gL 13 fs
Fl.G.5s Q.G Maer Rk lif
No27 ts No 7 d c
G 06 Re
Bathing area Orcombe
Q.GNo25 03 Pt 23
Lympstone POLE 13 22
G SAND 2 Q.R 01 Double
Sand (Shifts) 2 No 8 18
Fl(3)G.5s Ledge Flat 06
No23 No 5
G 19 12 Fl(3)R.5s Ledge
Powderham 16 09
08 Q.R No 6 13
castle 09 01
No18 09 12
Cockle 06 23
R Q.G
No 3 02
50°38'N 16 Q.G 07 Q.R 01 05
Ri No21
ve G Sand No 4 Fl(2)G.5s 16
r No 1
2 41 14
SFCC pontoon Fl(2)R.5s
Water ski area
Ex
No 2 Fl(Mo)A 33
STARCROSS Jetty
Exe
e
No19 RW
26
G
Shaggles
Sand R
14 FI.R.5s EXMOUTH 0 metres 2000
No16 25
Q.G The
See separate
G No17
Point Spire (conspic)
Docks chartlet
No14 0 nautical miles 1
Q(3)10s R 11
37' Tower and FS
FI.G.5s Q.G 04 (conspic)
04 No15 No13 No12 R 5
2
G G Warren Pt. See inset
58 Fl.R.3s Firing
15 No10 Conspic Range
18 .
09 Pt caravans
41 L be li ff s y Bay
Sand
N dg o m ed C
Pole Sand c R
25 Lts O r
(Liable to change)
03 Straight Pt.
Orcombe Ledge 62
15
Fl.Y.5s
12
09 Y
36' DAWLISH
HM Ch 12 WARREN
Note: Buoyage and depths 73
subject to change in
approach channel to
Exmouth and in R.Exe
Langstone Pt. 42 74 03°23'W
28' 27' Jetty 26' 25' 24' 22' 21'
The estuary is an international conservation area. No 22 PHM: Ting Tong – Fl R 2s.

Nature Reserves: Two areas known as ‘Wildlife Refuges’ are marked No 24 PHM: Exe – Fl R 4s.
with yellow SPM with ‘WR’ in black letters. The first denotes No 41 SHM: Turf Green – Fl G 2s.
Dawlish Warren National Nature Reserve (NNR) on the west shore, No 45 SHM: Topsham reach – Fl G 4s.
the second the Exmouth Local Nature Reserve (LNR) on the east. A bathing area bounded to the S by SPM is sited close W of
Boats are asked to avoid the NNR refuge all year round and the Orcombe Pt. Power driven vessels are prohibited.
LNR refuge 15 Sep–31 Dec.
Caution: Firing range N of Straight Pt has a danger area to ESE,
LIGHTS AND MARKS See chartlet and 9.1.4. A caravan site is conspic marked by 2 DZ SPM lt buoys (not the sewer outfall SPM buoy, Fl Y
close W of Straight Pt with red cliffs to W and NNE. Exmouth Z 5s, shown on chartlet). R flags are flown when the range is active
tr and FS are conspic. At Exmouth follow the 305° directional bn (likely times 0800-1600, Mon-Fri); call Straight Pt Range VHF Ch
which can be hard to see by day. SHM Hinton marks bend between 11, 16. From the E, check also with safety launch.
buoys 15 and 17. Following buoys in the upper reaches are lit:
178
COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01395) Dr 226540; E 279684. HM 07864 Exe SC

958 658 [H24]; Port of Exeter Ch 12 16 (Mon-Fri: 0730-1730LT).
Exmouth Marina/bridge Ch 14. Water taxi Ch M. 37'·1 EXMOUTH
The Point
FACILITIES EXMOUTH Marina, e269314, mostly berth holders. Pontoons
SW England
Pontoon in ent chan is used by ferries/water taxi and for P. VHF Ch
14 for berth and bridge. Strong cross tides at ent. Footbridge lifts
2
on request 0800-1800; thereafter to 2200 call The Point 227145. N
172& inc at least 4 u in 2m; <6·5m £20, <10m £27, >10m £38, Lifting
shortstay (4hrs) £7·50 g(15t). Bridge
Exe SC e264607, Q T.
Town P i ä è T à F ACA Y Q ! v Q T z. as£12·00, lie near
n
too
58 2
n
No 15 SHM buoy, off Turf Lock and Topsham SC; call water taxi Ch
Po
Moorings
M e07970 918418 for advice. STARCROSS (01626) Village ! T Y
Q z. Starcross Garage e890225, Ä Ç : Gas. Starcross Fishing 50°37'N
81 Iso.WRG.2s6m6M
2F.G(vert)
& Cruising Club & by prior arrangement for small craft, a (<10m) 127 Di
rL
in 3m depth (e891996 (evenings) for availability). Starcross YC t3
05
e890470. °
82 91
TURF LOCK, 50°39’·88N 03°28’·06W, operates daily in working
hours, contact canal office / the lock keeper e274306. a £15·00. Fl.G.3s
No11
Exeter Ship Canal (3m depth). HM e01392 265791 or Ch 12 for G 55 11
non-tidal pontoon u berth in Turf Basin, £22·00 min 2 days (and 58
laying up) ‘Turf weekend’ £45·00. Canal transit Mon-Fri 1600-1800 35° Q.R
15
y2 Warren Point
£55·00(extra at w/e). buo No12
13 R
TOPSHAM (01392) Here the river carries about 0·4m. Options are No
26
& (pontoon in ¾m at LW) at Trouts BY or x in appr’s, dry out at 36'·9 39
Town Quay in mud on rough wall (e01392 265791 – £15·00/day) Beware strong ebb 03
or find a mooring.
Topsham SC e877524, 2as =y G T.
Trouts BY www.trouts boatyard.co.uk e873044. MLWS max depth 01
0·75m; ! & £19·50<6m>£27 (+ £20 key deposit); short stay £12.
G P i ä g F.
Retreat BY www.retreatboatyard.co.uk e874720, appr channel 0 100
dries approx 1m, ! poss & G P ä : g(10½t) £6·12/ft, F. metres
cables
Town P à F ACA Y Q ! v Q T z. 0 0.5
EXETER Exeter Port Authority www.exeter.gov.uk/epa is responsible 36'·8 03°25'·5W 25'·4

for the river, canal and harbour operations. It is based at The Harbour
Masters Office,Trinity Buoystore,Camperdown Terrace, Exmouth.
HM e01395 223265, mob 07864 958 658 (H24). www.exe-estuary. The City Basin accepts visitors and lay-ups by prior arrangement.
org makes interesting reading. City All facilities; : F ACA @ z X.
TWO MINOR HARBOURS WEST OF LYME REGIS at www.axeyachtclub.co.uk are essential reading for first time
BEER, Devon, 50°41’·64N 03°05’·22W. Beer Roads is an õ in 2-5m visitors. Seaton, as above for victuals etc.
on sand, shingle and gravel sheltered by Beer Head from prevailing The chartlet is reproduced by kind permission of the Axe Yacht
W’lies, but open to E-SW winds. Beer Head is 142m high, topped by Club whose Commodore and others revised these notes.
a caravan site. Its chalk cliffs are white, becoming red sandstone to
the E towards Seaton. A conspic radio/tel mast is above the centre N
of the beach. Church tower is conspic. Do not use the historic 42'·2
26
2
M
05
approach of the beach light £ church tower light. All beach lights
are purely for illumination, not for navigation. Land on the open
Mooring basin AXMOUTH HARBOUR
beach, as in centuries past; some traditional local boats are still
hauled up the beach on skids. G
Beer & Seaton are adjacent towns N and NNE of Beer Head. 11 Fish
Qua
16 02 y
Beer F Y ! Q T. Seaton Ä Ç shops Q T. Sill
Axe YC 1
2·5M WSW of Beer Head and 8 cables offshore are the remains 19
of the MSC Napoli wreck (50°40’·38N 03°09’·58W), marked by E, S 1
and W cardinal buoys and a No Entry zone, radius 3ca.
AXMOUTH, Devon, 50°42’·13N 03°03’·29W, 1·85M ENE of Beer Shin 12 01
gle b
each
Head. AC 3315. HW –0455 on Dover; +0045 and –1·1m on Plymouth;
ML 2·3m; Duration 0640. MHWS 4·3m, MHWN 3·2m.
05
A small drying hbr at the mouth of the R Axe for boats max draught 50°42'·10N
1·2m, LOA 8·5m (longer by prior arrangement), able to dry out.
Fl.G.4s
Appr chan to bar (dries 0·5m) often shifts about a NNE/SSW axis. Pier Head Rocks
A dinghy recce (best near LW) to view the access channel and a
prior brief by HM/YC are advised. Enter only in settled weather Ba
from HW –2½ to +1½ nps; HW –2½ or –½ sp. After 7m wide ent r
21
and the pierhead SHM beacon, Fl G 4s 7m 2M, turn 90° to port
inside; hug the hbr wall to stbd until into the mooring basin; moor 0 200 07
as directed. The low bridge (2m clearance) just N of moorings is metres
19
the head of navigation. cables
0 1
HM e(01297) 22180/07939 044109. Axe YC e20043: ! = 03°03'·50W 21
pontoon, e(6t) T. Facilities: Ç : F. Excellent pilotage notes 03'·20
179
Lyme Regis – Portland tides
9.1.25 LYME REGIS 9.1.26 WEST BAY (BRIDPORT)

Dorset 50°43’·20N 02°56’·19W 112233 Dorset 50°42’·51N 02°45’·81W 1122333
CHARTS AC 3315, 5601; Imray C10, C5, 2300 CHARTS AC 3315, 5601; Imray C10, C5, 2300
Times Height (metres) High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS
High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS 0100 0600 0100 0600 5·5 4·4 2·2 0·8
0100 0600 0100 0600 5·5 4·4 2·2 0·8 1300 1800 1300 1800
1300 1800 1300 1800 Differences BRIDPORT (West Bay)
Differences LYME REGIS +0025 +0040 0000 0000 –1·4 –1·4 –0·6 –0·1
+0040 +0100 +0005 –0005 –1·2 –1·3 –0·5 –0·2 CHESIL BEACH
NOTE: Rise is relatively fast for the 1st hour after LW, but slackens +0040 +0055 –0005 +0010 –1·6 –1·5 –0·5 0·0
for the next 1½hrs, after which the rapid rate is resumed. There CHESIL COVE
is often a stand of about 1½hrs at HW. +0035 +0050 –0010 +0005 –1·5 –1·6 –0·5 –0·2
NOTE: Rise is relatively fast for first hr after LW; it then slackens
SHELTER Good in the hbr (dries up to 2.1m), but swell enters in for the next 1½hrs, after which the rapid rise is resumed. There is
strong E/SE winds when it may be best to dry inside the N Wall. often a stand of about 1½hrs at HW.
The Cobb, a massive stone pier, protects the W and S of the hbr.
A lightweight walk ashore pontoon is provided in season with 2m SHELTER Access in W’lies and shelter in the outer hbr are improved
depth reported at outer ends for boats up to 8T. In settled weather by the new W pier, but the ent is exposed to SE’lies and swell/surge
x as on the chartlet, clear of appr and as. may affect the outer hbr in any wind direction.
NAVIGATION WPT 50°43´·10N 02°55´·64W, 284°/0·35M to front ldg N River Brit
11
lt; best line just inside W sector until hbr ent opens. Craft drawing Sluice
>1m may ground LW ±2 on a small sand bar outside the hbr. A 70m 27 08
rock extension to E end of The Cobb covers at half tide; it is marked 19 02
by unlit PHM bcn. Beware many fishing floats and moorings.
LIGHTS AND MARKS The 284° ldg line and R/W sectors clear The We 07 02
st B
Cobb extension. R flag on Victoria Pier = Gale warning in force. eac
h
08 F.WRG.
COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01297) Dr 445777 HM g.foreshaw@
westdorset-dc.gov.uk e442137, mob 07870 240645, DHM mob Fl.R.8s
03
07870 240650.
Sill
Lyme Regis Hbr Radio Ch 14, 16. 50°42'.6N
1 BRIDPORT HARBOUR
09 12
Fl.G.8s – WEST BAY
FACILITIES www.dorsetforyou/lymeregisharbour.com Dry out
against Victoria Pier (0.3–1.3m) on clean, hard sand, max LOA 11m. 29
Pontoon & £21 <10m> £26.50 <15m> £31.50 <20m; 9 Y as lie ENE 03 28
Ea
of hbr ent in 1·5-2m, £10. ! = Ä Ç I (mobile) ä : è T F. 02
Fl.G.8s
st B
ea
ch
SC e442373, ) G Q T. 14 14
14
Power Boat Club e07768 725959, Q T.
Town i Y Q ! v Q T bus to Axminster z X (Exeter). 16
Iso.G.2s 13
12
11
N Tr Church Cliffs
LYME REGIS 22
Outfall
43·5' Iso.R.2s
07
28
08 42'.5
Jetty
336
0 metres 500 1 15
°
e 0
gl 29 200
n metres
0 cables 2 S hi 03 03 03
cables
HM Ch 16 03 2°46’W 34 0
45'.9 HM Ch 11 45'.8
1
45'.7
26
Jetty 03
S ** 03
NAVIGATION WPT 50°42´·05N 02°45´·49W, 336°/0·50M to ent in
*
06
W sector of Dir lt. High Ground shoal 3m is 1·4M W of the ent.
08 12
North 3·7 and 4·6m shoals are SW & SE of hbr. SPM outfall buoy, Fl Y 5s,
F.G.8m9M Wall 13 is 5ca SSW of ent.
Oc.WR.8s6m9/7M
Power Boat Club
13 0
3 13
34
Q(6)+L.Fl.15s LIGHTS AND MARKS See chartlet and 9.1.4 for lts. High cliffs are
Victoria 34 conspic close ESE of the hbr.
The Cobb Pier 11 43
Ldg COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01308) Dr 421109.
Lts 2
14 52 84º
16 * 03 34 Bridport Radio Ch 11 16. HM 423222, mob 07870 240636.
09 84
04 06
FACILITIES, www. dorsetforyou/westbayharbour.com. Outer hbr
*
is silted up to 1·2m below CD(2018). u pontoon is in front of the
03
102 slipway, close W of ° Fl R 8s. & £15/night. = é Ä Ç ä :.
09 73
50°43'·0N Inner hbr dries, except for a pool scoured 2·7m by sluice water, and
is full of FVs and local boats. The entry sill dries 0.1m.
2 ° 56·0'W 92 Bridport (1½M N of the hbr) F Y Q ! v Q T z (bus to
56·5' 56
Axminster) X (Exeter).
180
STANDARD TIME (UT) PORTLAND LAT 50°34’N LONG 2°26’W Dates in red are SPRINGS
YEAR 2023
SW England
GI: Tide tables: Portland
1 0145
0615
SU 1408
1.5
0.9
1.5
16 0007
0512
M 1227
1.4
0.7
1.5
1 0309
0800
W 1549
1.4
0.9
1.3
16 0213
0712
TH 1455
1.4
0.8
1.3
1 0437 0.9
1241 1.1
W 1843 0.9
16 0508 0.7
1251 1.2
TH 1748 0.7
1 0321
0818
SA 1621
1.3
0.7
1.3
16 0314
1134
SU 1557
1.6
0.4
1.5
1904 0.7 1750 0.6 2027 0.8 1959 0.7 2033 0.8 2104 0.6
2 0249
0725
M 1513
1.5
0.9
1.5
17 0127
0623
TU 1348
1.4
0.8
1.4
2 0414
0906
TH 1652
1.5
0.8
1.4
17 0338
0928
F 1616
1.6
0.7
1.5
2 0114
0744
TH 1538
1.2
0.9
1.1
17 0159
0950
F 1455
1.3
0.7
1.3
2 0417
0910
SU 1701
1.5
0.6
1.5
17 0416
0949
M 1654
1.8
0.3
1.8
2004 0.7 1859 0.6 2125 0.7 2131 0.6 2003 0.9 2026 0.7 2125 0.6 2154 0.4
3 0346
0829
TU 1613
1.6
0.9
1.5
18 0249
0739
W 1510
1.5
0.8
1.5
3 0505
1004
F 1743
1.7
0.7
1.5
18 0446
1019
SA 1725
1.8
0.5
1.7
3 0355
0846
F 1640
1.4
0.8
1.3
18 0328
1155
SA 1611
1.5
0.5
1.5
3 0500
0959
M 1740
1.7
0.4
1.7
18 0512
1029
TU 1746
2.0
0.2
2.0
2058 0.7 2015 0.6 2219 0.6 2229 0.5 2101 0.7 2126 0.6 2215 0.5 2240 0.3
4 0438
0926
W 1709
1.7
0.8
1.6
19 0357
0900
TH 1623
1.7
0.7
1.6
4 0550
1056
SA 1827
1.8
0.6
1.7
19 0545
1107
SU 1829
2.0
0.3
1.9
4 0447
0940
SA 1727
1.5
0.6
1.5
19 0434
1013
SU 1716
1.7
0.4
1.7
4 0543
1046
TU 1820
1.8
0.3
1.8
19 0604
1110
W 1833
2.1
0.1
2.1
2149 0.6 2130 0.6 2308 0.5 2318 0.3 2155 0.6 2216 0.4 2300 0.3 2323 0.2
5 0525
1020
TH 1757
1.9
0.7
1.7
20 0459
1011
F 1730
1.9
0.6
1.8
5 0632 1.9
1142 0.4
SU 1909 1.8
20 0641 2.2
1151 0.1
M 1930 2.1
5 0531
1031
SU 1809
1.7
0.5
1.7
20 0533
1052
M 1814
2.0
0.2
1.9
5 0626
1127
W 1900
2.0
0.2
2.0
20 0652 2.2
1148 0.0
TH 1916 2.2
2238 0.5 2233 0.5 9 2350 0.4 4 2245 0.4 2302 0.2 2340 0.2 4
6 0608 2.0
1109 0.6
F 1840 1.8
21 0555 2.1
1110 0.4
SA 1830 1.9
6 0712 2.0
1222 0.3
M 1947 1.8
21 0003
0736
TU 1233
0.2
2.4
0.0
6 0613
1118
M 1850
1.9
0.3
1.8
21 0627 2.2
1134 0.0
TU 1904 2.1
6 0707
1201
TH 1938
2.1
0.2
2.0
21 0000
0735
F 1221
0.1
2.3
0.0
9 2322 0.5 4 2327 0.4 2020 2.2 2330 0.3 4 2346 0.1 9 1953 2.2
7 0645 2.0
1153 0.5
SA 1918 1.8
22 0649 2.2
1201 0.3
SU 1929 2.0
7 0028
0750
TU 1256
0.3
2.0
0.3
22 0044
0827
W 1313
0.1
2.4
0.0
7 0654 2.0
1159 0.2
TU 1930 1.9
22 0718 2.3
1213 -0.1
W 1949 2.2
7 0013
0744
F 1230
0.2
2.1
0.1
22 0032
0811
SA 1252
0.1
2.2
0.1
2023 1.9 2057 2.2 9 2012 2.0 2023 2.1
8 0003
0722
SU 1232
0.5
2.0
0.5
23 0014
0743
M 1247
0.3
2.3
0.2
8 0100
0825
W 1324
0.3
2.0
0.3
23 0123
0908
TH 1352
0.0
2.4
0.0
8 0008
0734
W 1233
0.2
2.1
0.2
23 0024
0804
TH 1250
0.0
2.4
-0.1
8 0043
0811
SA 1258
0.2
2.1
0.1
23 0103
0837
SU 1322
0.2
2.0
0.2
1954 1.8 2029 2.1 2053 1.8 2128 2.2 2007 2.0 2027 2.3 2031 2.0 2045 2.0
9 0039
0758
M 1307
0.5
2.0
0.4
24 0059
0837
TU 1331
0.2
2.4
0.1
9 0130
0855
TH 1350
0.3
1.9
0.3
24 0200
0942
F 1428
0.1
2.3
0.1
9 0040
0810
TH 1300
0.2
2.1
0.2
24 0100
0843
F 1324
0.0
2.3
0.0
9 0114
0826
SU 1329
0.2
2.0
0.2
24 0133
0902
M 1351
0.3
1.8
0.4
2028 1.8 2115 2.1 2116 1.8 2156 2.0 2037 1.9 2058 2.2 2042 1.9 2109 1.8
10 0111
0833
TU 1338
0.5
1.9
0.4
25 0142
0924
W 1414
0.2
2.4
0.1
10 0159
0917
F 1419
0.3
1.9
0.3
25 0233
1010
SA 1503
0.2
2.0
0.2
10 0109
0837
F 1326
0.2
2.0
0.2
25 0132
0912
SA 1355
0.1
2.2
0.1
10 0145
0853
M 1400
0.2
1.9
0.2
25 0203
0931
TU 1416
0.4
1.6
0.5
2101 1.7 2151 2.1 2134 1.7 2218 1.8 2057 1.9 2120 2.0 2110 1.9 2139 1.7
11 0141
0905
W 1407
0.5
1.9
0.4
26 0223
1004
TH 1457
0.3
2.2
0.2
11 0228
0938
SA 1449
0.3
1.8
0.3
26 0303
1034
SU 1534
0.4
1.8
0.4
11 0138
0853
SA 1354
0.2
1.9
0.2
26 0201
0934
SU 1424
0.2
1.9
0.3
11 0217
0931
TU 1433
0.3
1.7
0.3
26 0229
1006
W 1435
0.6
1.4
0.6
2130 1.6 2225 1.9 2156 1.6 2241 1.6 2107 1.8 2139 1.8 2148 1.7 2214 1.5
12 0211
0934
TH 1437
0.5
1.8
0.4
27 0302
1040
F 1540
0.4
2.0
0.3
12 0258
1009
SU 1522
0.4
1.7
0.3
27 0331
1102
M 1601
0.6
1.5
0.6
12 0207
0913
SU 1423
0.2
1.8
0.2
27 0229
0958
M 1450
0.4
1.7
0.5
12 0254
1018
W 1510
0.4
1.5
0.5
27 0255
1048
TH 1501
0.7
1.3
0.8
2158 1.6 2259 1.8 2231 1.6 5 2311 1.5 2129 1.7 2204 1.7 2238 1.6 5 2256 1.4
13 0243
1002
F 1513
0.5
1.7
0.4
28 0341
1115
SA 1622
0.5
1.8
0.4
13 0331
1051
M 1603
0.5
1.6
0.4
28 0357
1140
TU 1625
0.7
1.3
0.8
13 0235
0945
M 1453
0.3
1.7
0.3
28 0254
1028
TU 1509
0.5
1.5
0.6
13 0346
1121
TH 1609
0.6
1.3
0.7
28 0340
1143
F 1557
0.8
1.1
0.9
2229 1.5 5 2334 1.6 8 2319 1.5 2353 1.3 2203 1.7 2235 1.5 8 2347 1.4 2352 1.3
14 0320
1038
SA 1555
0.6
1.6
0.5
29 0420 0.7
1155 1.6
SU 1708 0.6
14 0420 0.6
1145 1.4
TU 1701 0.5
14 0305
1027
TU 1527
0.4
1.6
0.4
29 0318
1106
W 1530
0.7
1.2
0.8
14 0518
1315
F 1752
0.7
1.2
0.8
29 0648 0.8
1326 1.1
SA 1859 0.9
2310 1.4 2248 1.5 5 2313 1.4
15 0408 0.6
1125 1.5
SU 1647 0.5
30 0018
0507
M 1253
1.4
0.8
1.4
15 0024
0538
W 1304
1.4
0.7
1.3
15 0347
1122
W 1618
0.5
1.4
0.6
30 0357 0.8
1200 1.1
TH 1618 0.9
15 0154
0939
SA 1451
1.4
0.6
1.3
30 0133
0746
SU 1537
1.3
0.7
1.3
8 1808 0.7 1817 0.6 8 2350 1.4 2004 0.8 1958 0.8
31 0139
0633
TU 1430
1.3
0.9
1.3
31 0012
0720
F 1535
1.2
0.9
1.1
1922 0.8 1935 0.9

Portland tides
Dates in blue are NEAPS
For Summer Time add ONE TIMES AND HEIGHTS OF HIGH AND LOW WATERS
YEAR 2023

1 0313
0837
M 1616
1.4
0.5
1.5
16 0348
0916
TU 1623
1.7
0.4
1.8
1 0408
0922
TH 1657
1.7
0.4
1.8
16 0506
1002
F 1730
1.7
0.4
1.9
1 0413
0920
SA 1702
1.6
0.4
1.8
16 0539
1022
SU 1754
1.6
0.5
1.9
1 0604
1105
TU 1829
1.8
0.4
2.1
16 0653 1.8
1135 0.4
W 1900 2.0
2051 0.6 2124 0.5 2140 0.5 2226 0.5 2154 0.5 2303 0.6 9 2342 0.3 4
2 0412
0924
TU 1659
1.6
0.4
1.6
17 0443
0958
W 1714
1.9
0.3
1.9
2 0502
1003
F 1745
1.8
0.3
1.9
17 0557
1045
SA 1815
1.8
0.4
2.0
2 0515
1018
SU 1754
1.8
0.4
2.0
17 0626 1.7
1109 0.5
M 1836 2.0
2 0702
1155
W 1922
1.9
0.3
2.3
17 0009
0733
TH 1215
0.3
1.9
0.3
2138 0.5 2212 0.4 2225 0.4 2311 0.5 2253 0.5 4 2347 0.5 1939 2.1
3 0502
1009
W 1742
1.7
0.3
1.8
18 0535
1039
TH 1801
2.0
0.2
2.0
3 0551
1046
SA 1828
1.9
0.3
2.0
18 0642 1.8
1126 0.4
SU 1854 2.0
3 0612 1.9
1113 0.3
M 1843 2.1
18 0708 1.7
1152 0.4
TU 1916 2.0
3 0028
0804
TH 1240
0.1
2.1
0.2
18 0046
0809
F 1250
0.2
1.9
0.3
2224 0.4 2255 0.3 2310 0.4 4 2351 0.4 9 2347 0.4 2017 2.4 2015 2.0
4 0549
1048
TH 1825
1.9
0.3
2.0
19 0623 2.0
1116 0.2
F 1843 2.1
4 0634 2.0
1129 0.3
SU 1906 2.1
19 0721 1.8
1204 0.4
M 1930 2.0
4 0706 1.9
1203 0.3
TU 1932 2.2
19 0026
0747
W 1231
0.4
1.8
0.4
4 0112
0858
F 1323
0.0
2.1
0.1
19 0116
0840
SA 1320
0.2
1.9
0.3
2304 0.3 4 2332 0.3 9 2355 0.3 1954 2.0 2107 2.4 2047 2.0
5 0632 2.0
1124 0.2
F 1905 2.1
20 0705 2.0
1150 0.2
SA 1920 2.1
5 0714 2.0
1213 0.2
M 1943 2.2
20 0029
0755
TU 1241
0.4
1.8
0.4
5 0036
0800
W 1250
0.3
2.0
0.3
20 0102
0822
TH 1307
0.3
1.8
0.4
5 0155
0937
SA 1405
0.0
2.1
0.1
20 0140
0905
SU 1347
0.3
1.8
0.3
9 2341 0.3 2005 2.0 2024 2.3 2030 2.0 2147 2.3 2111 1.9
6 0710 2.1
1157 0.2
SA 1940 2.1
21 0005
0741
SU 1223
0.3
2.0
0.2
6 0039
0757
TU 1256
0.3
2.0
0.3
21 0107
0829
W 1316
0.4
1.7
0.4
6 0123
0857
TH 1336
0.2
2.0
0.3
21 0135
0855
F 1339
0.3
1.7
0.4
6 0236
1010
SU 1445
0.1
2.0
0.2
21 0204
0923
M 1414
0.3
1.7
0.4
1951 2.1 2024 2.1 2040 1.9 2114 2.2 2104 1.9 2223 2.2 2128 1.8
7 0016
0738
SU 1232
0.2
2.0
0.2
22 0040
0810
M 1256
0.3
1.9
0.3
7 0125
0845
W 1340
0.3
1.9
0.3
22 0143
0904
TH 1349
0.5
1.6
0.5
7 0209
0946
F 1421
0.2
1.9
0.3
22 0204
0925
SA 1408
0.4
1.6
0.4
7 0318
1043
M 1524
0.2
1.8
0.4
22 0229
0940
TU 1441
0.3
1.6
0.4
2003 2.1 2020 2.0 2109 2.1 2116 1.8 2200 2.2 2134 1.8 2258 1.9 2150 1.7
8 0052
0805
M 1308
0.2
2.0
0.2
23 0114
0840
TU 1328
0.4
1.7
0.4
8 0213
0938
TH 1428
0.3
1.8
0.4
23 0216
0940
F 1419
0.5
1.5
0.6
8 0257
1029
SA 1507
0.2
1.8
0.4
23 0229
0953
SU 1437
0.4
1.6
0.5
8 0359
1117
TU 1603
0.4
1.7
0.6
23 0257
1009
W 1511
0.4
1.6
0.5
2027 2.0 2051 1.9 2159 2.0 2151 1.7 2243 2.0 2159 1.7 8 2334 1.7 2226 1.6
9 0129
0842
TU 1345
0.2
1.9
0.3
24 0147
0914
W 1356
0.5
1.6
0.6
9 0306
1032
F 1520
0.4
1.7
0.5
24 0247
1016
SA 1451
0.5
1.4
0.6
9 0345
1113
SU 1554
0.3
1.7
0.5
24 0258
1020
M 1509
0.4
1.5
0.5
9 0441
1158
W 1648
0.5
1.5
0.7
24 0331
1052
TH 1553
0.4
1.5
0.6
2104 1.9 2126 1.7 2250 1.9 2225 1.6 2327 1.9 2226 1.6 5 2316 1.5
10 0210
0929
W 1426
0.3
1.7
0.4
25 0218
0952
TH 1421
0.6
1.4
0.6
10 0404
1131
SA 1616
0.4
1.6
0.6
25 0322
1054
SU 1533
0.5
1.4
0.7
10 0434 0.4
1202 1.6
M 1643 0.6
25 0333
1053
TU 1549
0.4
1.4
0.6
10 0023
0534
TH 1310
1.4
0.7
1.4
25 0422 0.5
1151 1.4
F 1707 0.7
2150 1.8 2202 1.6 8 2348 1.7 2300 1.5 8 5 2303 1.5 1758 0.9
11 0259
1024
TH 1516
0.4
1.5
0.6
26 0250
1034
F 1454
0.7
1.3
0.7
11 0504 0.5
1243 1.5
SU 1716 0.7
26 0406
1140
M 1625
0.5
1.3
0.7
11 0017
0526
TU 1303
1.7
0.5
1.5
26 0417
1139
W 1643
0.4
1.4
0.6
11 0159
0651
F 1447
1.3
0.8
1.4
26 0023
0539
SA 1326
1.3
0.7
1.4
2245 1.7 2243 1.5 5 2346 1.5 1738 0.7 2354 1.5 1936 0.9 1835 0.8
12 0404
1132
F 1624
0.6
1.4
0.7
27 0335
1122
SA 1548
0.7
1.2
0.8
12 0058
0609
M 1354
1.6
0.5
1.5
27 0500 0.6
1241 1.3
TU 1727 0.7
12 0122
0625
W 1411
1.5
0.6
1.5
27 0514 0.5
1243 1.4
TH 1749 0.7
12 0326
0806
SA 1555
1.3
0.8
1.5
27 0214
0711
SU 1510
1.3
0.7
1.5
8 2356 1.5 5 2331 1.4 1821 0.7 1844 0.8 2052 0.8 2309 0.7
13 0528 0.6
1311 1.3
SA 1744 0.8
28 0442 0.7
1228 1.2
SU 1701 0.8
13 0210
0721
TU 1454
1.6
0.5
1.6
28 0045
0603
W 1359
1.4
0.6
1.4
13 0233
0731
TH 1514
1.4
0.7
1.5
28 0101
0620
F 1410
1.4
0.6
1.4
13 0433
0907
SU 1650
1.4
0.7
1.7
28 0345
0905
M 1620
1.4
0.7
1.7
1932 0.7 1836 0.7 1956 0.8 1902 0.7 2152 0.7 2159 0.5
14 0134
0946
SU 1431
1.5
0.5
1.4
29 0033
0706
M 1402
1.4
0.7
1.3
14 0311
0826
W 1548
1.6
0.5
1.7
29 0157
0711
TH 1506
1.5
0.5
1.5
14 0341
0834
F 1613
1.4
0.7
1.6
29 0226
0735
SA 1528
1.4
0.6
1.6
14 0526
1001
M 1737
1.5
0.6
1.8
29 0455
1003
TU 1720
1.6
0.5
2.0
1913 0.8 1903 0.8 2038 0.7 1946 0.7 2107 0.8 2028 0.7 2243 0.6 2246 0.3
15 0249
0840
M 1530
1.6
0.5
1.6
30 0158
0758
TU 1513
1.4
0.6
1.4
15 0410
0916
TH 1641
1.7
0.5
1.8
30 0307
0819
F 1606
1.5
0.5
1.7
15 0444
0930
SA 1707
1.5
0.6
1.8
30 0349
0859
SU 1634
1.5
0.6
1.8
15 0611
1051
TU 1820
1.7
0.5
1.9
30 0557
1054
W 1815
1.9
0.3
2.2
2028 0.7 2005 0.7 2135 0.6 2053 0.6 2210 0.7 2150 0.6 2329 0.4 2330 0.2
31 0309
0842
W 1608
1.5
0.5
1.6
31 0501
1009
M 1734
1.6
0.5
2.0
31 0653 2.0
1141 0.2
TH 1908 2.4
2053 0.6 2251 0.4 9

For Summer Time add ONE
YEAR 2023
SW England
1 0013
0748
F 1223
0.0
2.2
0.1
16 0019
0745
SA 1226
0.2
2.0
0.2
1 0029
0758
SU 1239
0.0
2.3
0.1
16 0011
0744
M 1225
0.3
2.1
0.3
1 0102
0821
W 1317
0.3
2.2
0.4
16 0042
0756
TH 1307
0.4
2.1
0.4
1 0114
0834
F 1339
0.6
2.0
0.6
16 0116
0836
SA 1350
0.4
2.2
0.4
2000 2.5 1952 2.1 2018 2.4 1952 2.1 2047 1.9 2018 1.9 2105 1.7 2109 1.9
2 0053
0833
SA 1304
-0.1
2.3
0.0
17 0047
0815
SU 1255
0.2
2.0
0.3
2 0103
0833
M 1313
0.0
2.3
0.2
17 0037
0803
TU 1253
0.3
2.1
0.3
2 0133
0849
TH 1350
0.5
2.0
0.5
17 0118
0832
F 1347
0.4
2.1
0.5
2 0146
0910
SA 1417
0.7
1.9
0.7
17 0201
0924
SU 1440
0.5
2.1
0.4
2046 2.5 2022 2.1 2053 2.3 2008 2.0 2118 1.7 2101 1.8 2143 1.6 2159 1.8
3 0132
0909
SU 1341
0.0
2.2
0.1
18 0110
0838
M 1321
0.2
2.0
0.3
3 0135
0859
TU 1345
0.2
2.1
0.3
18 0104
0815
W 1323
0.3
2.0
0.4
3 0201
0922
F 1423
0.7
1.8
0.7
18 0157
0916
SA 1434
0.5
1.9
0.5
3 0213
0949
SU 1456
0.8
1.7
0.7
18 0249
1015
M 1533
0.6
2.0
0.4
2124 2.4 2041 2.0 2119 2.1 2029 1.9 2155 1.5 2153 1.6 2223 1.4 2252 1.7
4 0209
0940
M 1416
0.1
2.1
0.2
19 0133
0847
TU 1348
0.3
1.9
0.3
4 0204
0920
W 1415
0.4
2.0
0.5
19 0133
0840
TH 1354
0.4
1.9
0.4
4 0221
1000
SA 1455
0.8
1.6
0.8
19 0240
1010
SU 1534
0.7
1.8
0.6
4 0238
1030
M 1541
0.9
1.6
0.8
19 0341 0.7
1110 1.8
TU 1629 0.5
2156 2.1 2054 1.9 2144 1.8 2103 1.8 2239 1.3 2255 1.5 2308 1.3 5 2353 1.6
5 0243
1004
TU 1449
0.2
1.9
0.4
20 0158
0904
W 1414
0.3
1.8
0.4
5 0232
0947
TH 1445
0.6
1.8
0.6
20 0202
0915
F 1428
0.5
1.8
0.5
5 0235 0.9
1045 1.5
SU 1719 0.9
20 0341 0.8
1116 1.6
M 1650 0.7
5 0318
1116
TU 1738
0.9
1.5
0.8
20 0438 0.8
1213 1.7
W 1735 0.6
2222 1.9 2120 1.8 2216 1.5 2147 1.6 8 2335 1.2 5 8
6 0315 0.4
1026 1.7
W 1521 0.6
21 0223
0935
TH 1440
0.4
1.7
0.5
6 0253 0.8
1021 1.6
F 1513 0.8
21 0231
1003
SA 1514
0.6
1.7
0.7
6 0308 1.1
1145 1.4
M 1825 0.9
21 0019
0502
TU 1246
1.4
0.9
1.6
6 0007
0426
W 1214
1.3
1.0
1.4
21 0107
0541
TH 1328
1.5
0.8
1.6
8 2249 1.6 2159 1.6 8 2256 1.3 2248 1.4 2027 0.7 1841 0.8 1834 0.6
7 0344
1058
TH 1553
0.7
1.5
0.8
22 0251 0.5
1018 1.6
F 1516 0.6
7 0301
1104
SA 1610
0.9
1.4
1.0
22 0308 0.8
1111 1.5
SU 1647 0.8
7 0305
0638
TU 1328
1.2
1.1
1.3
22 0157
0626
W 1415
1.5
0.9
1.6
7 0135
0648
TH 1336
1.3
1.0
1.4
22 0216
0651
F 1436
1.6
0.9
1.6
2327 1.3 5 2250 1.4 2355 1.1 5 1921 0.8 2014 0.6 1935 0.7 1946 0.6
8 0410 0.8
1141 1.4
F 1647 1.0
23 0329 0.7
1118 1.4
SA 1637 0.8
8 0315 1.1
0910 1.3
SU 1858 0.9
23 0020
0506
M 1308
1.3
1.0
1.4
8 0338
0737
W 1511
1.4
1.0
1.5
23 0301
0754
TH 1517
1.6
0.8
1.8
8 0253
0748
F 1449
1.5
0.9
1.5
23 0315
0807
SA 1539
1.7
0.8
1.6
2042 0.7 2013 0.7 2048 0.5 2021 0.6 2048 0.6
9 0033
0624
SA 1426
1.1
1.0
1.3
24 0007
0520
SU 1309
1.3
0.8
1.4
9 0340
0714
M 1529
1.2
1.0
1.4
24 0222
0735
TU 1446
1.4
0.9
1.6
9 0408
0830
TH 1559
1.6
0.8
1.6
24 0354
0855
F 1613
1.8
0.7
1.9
9 0346
0836
SA 1549
1.6
0.8
1.6
24 0411
0915
SU 1639
1.8
0.8
1.7
1924 1.0 2103 0.8 1956 0.8 2105 0.6 2101 0.5 2130 0.4 2101 0.6 2139 0.6
10 0330
0743
SU 1546
1.2
1.0
1.4
25 0224
0803
M 1501
1.3
0.9
1.5
10 0412
0812
TU 1610
1.4
0.9
1.6
25 0332
0837
W 1548
1.6
0.8
1.8
10 0443
0917
F 1645
1.8
0.7
1.8
25 0444
0944
SA 1707
2.0
0.6
2.0
10 0434
0920
SU 1643
1.8
0.7
1.7
25 0504
1010
M 1737
1.9
0.7
1.8
2028 0.8 2225 0.6 2048 0.6 2123 0.4 2146 0.5 2212 0.4 2140 0.5 2226 0.5
11 0428
0842
M 1635
1.4
0.8
1.6
26 0344
0859
TU 1608
1.5
0.7
1.8
11 0447
0903
W 1648
1.6
0.7
1.8
26 0426
0927
TH 1642
1.8
0.6
2.0
11 0520
1003
SA 1729
1.9
0.6
1.9
26 0531
1029
SU 1757
2.1
0.5
2.1
11 0519
1003
M 1733
2.0
0.6
1.9
26 0551
1100
TU 1826
2.0
0.6
1.8
2122 0.7 2149 0.4 2137 0.5 2203 0.3 2227 0.4 2252 0.3 2221 0.5 2310 0.5
12 0511
0935
TU 1718
1.6
0.7
1.8
27 0447
0949
W 1705
1.7
0.5
2.0
12 0523
0953
TH 1727
1.8
0.6
1.9
27 0516
1013
F 1734
2.0
0.4
2.2
12 0559
1044
SU 1811
2.1
0.5
2.0
27 0614
1110
M 1842
2.2
0.5
2.1
12 0600
1048
TU 1817
2.1
0.6
1.9
27 0634
1141
W 1910
2.1
0.6
1.9
2212 0.5 2228 0.3 2224 0.4 2244 0.2 2302 0.4 9 2330 0.3 4 2305 0.4 9 2351 0.5
13 0551
1025
W 1758
1.7
0.5
1.9
28 0541
1036
TH 1758
2.0
0.3
2.2
13 0559
1039
F 1807
2.0
0.4
2.0
28 0601
1057
SA 1822
2.2
0.3
2.3
13 0637
1120
M 1849
2.2
0.5
2.1
28 0653 2.2
1148 0.4
TU 1922 2.1
13 0638
1133
W 1858
2.2
0.5
2.0
28 0713 2.1
1219 0.5
TH 1948 1.9
2259 0.4 2310 0.1 2308 0.3 9 2324 0.1 4 2334 0.4 2349 0.4
14 0631
1111
TH 1838
1.9
0.4
2.1
29 0630
1121
F 1847
2.2
0.2
2.4
14 0636
1121
SA 1846
2.1
0.4
2.1
29 0645
1137
SU 1907
2.3
0.3
2.3
14 0709 2.2
1155 0.4
TU 1919 2.1
29 0005
0727
W 1224
0.4
2.2
0.5
14 0713
1218
TH 1937
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9.1.27 PORTLAND TIDAL STREAMS

2°35’ 2°30’ 2°25’ 2°20’ 2°35’ 2°30’ 2°25’ 2°20’
(0600 before HW Portland) (0500 before HW Portland)

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(0400 after HW Portland) (0500 after HW Portland)

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9.1.28 PORTLAND HARBOUR Approach to Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy
(WPNSA) and Portland Marina. The Marina Access Route remains
Dorset 50°35’·72N 02°25’·91W (N Ship Chan) 1112223 the recommended route for small craft (<20m LOA) transiting
CHARTS AC 2610, 2255, 2268, 5601; Imray C10, C12, C5, C4, 2300 the harbour. Engines must be used (if fitted) when proceeding
between the marina/WPNSA and NSC. From NSC head SW to the
TIDES –0430 Dover; ML 1·0 SWM buoy (see chartlet) then S to the marina entrance, leaving
Standard Port PORTLAND { the 2 PHM buoys to port. Obey traffic signals on ‘C’ Head:
Times Height (metres) {
High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS { Flashing = Entrance closed; await instructions
0100 0700 0100 0700 2·1 1·4 0·8 0·1 { (Ch 74 for Harbour Control; Ch 80 for Marina)
1300 1900 1300 1900
{
LULWORTH COVE and MUPE BAY (Worbarrow Bay)
{ Fixed = Commercial vessel departing; do not impede.
+0005 +0015 –0005 0000 +0·1 +0·1 +0·2 +0·1
{
Double LWs occur between Portland and Lulworth Cove. Predictions
{
are for the 1st LW. The 2nd LW occurs 3–4hrs later.
{ Fixed = Commercial vessel arriving; do not impede.
SHELTER The large harbour is exposed to winds from the E and NE, {
but in westerlies the moorings on the W and S sides are reasonably
LIGHTS AND MARKS The precipitous N face of the Verne, near the
sheltered by Chesil Beach and the Isle of Portland. The marina is
N end of the Isle of Portland, is conspic from afar. ‘A’ Hd lt ho is a
protected by substantial rock breakwaters. x on W side of hbr in
conspic W twr, Fl 2·5s 22m 10M.
about 3m, as on chartlet, or further N off Castle Cove SC.
COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01305) Dorchester E 824055; E (A&E)
NAVIGATION If approaching from the W inshore of Portland Race
820341. Port Control e824044.
study the tidal stream diagrams carefully and note the advice in
Passage Information. Monitor Ch 74 Portland Hbr Radio for commercial traffic. Portland
Marina Ch 80.
WPT 50°35´·97N 02°25´·24W, 240°/0·5M to North Ship Channel (NSC).
This is the recommended route to the marina via the Marina Access FACILITIES Portland Port, www.portland-port.co.uk owns the
Route, keeping clear of shipping using East Ship Channel (ESC). harbour which is a commercial port with an international bunkering
Small craft (LOA<20m) may use ESC, but must monitor Ch 74 and station. Port and Harbour Dues (see website) apply to all vessels in
obey IPTS lights shown on ‘C’ and Fort Heads. Small craft crossing Portland Inner Harbour.
ESC should remain well clear of the Heads (>0.5M) so that they may Castle Cove SC e783708, ! y G.
be seen by commercial vessels navigating within the channel.
WPNSA The 3 pontoons for keel boats are protected by a rock
South Ship Channel (SSC) is permanently closed and blocked by breakwater. reception@wpnsa.org.uk www.wpnsa.org.uk e866000.
overhead wires. 7ca SE of SSC is a noise range, ö marked by 4 Fl
Y buoys. Vessel permanently moored is used for military exercises RNSA moorings adjacent to marina access route and WPNSA
with an exclusion zone of 50m. There is a rocky reef extending breakwater are private moorings for members occupied Apr-Oct.
about 1·5ca offshore NE of Castle Cove SC, and shoal water E of Portland Marina The entrance, 50°34´·44N 02°27´·32W, is between
Small Mouth. the NW end of the marina breakwater and the WPNSA breakwater.
A 12kn speed limit applies throughout the harbour and in port www.boatfolk.co.uk e01305 866190; 460&+® berths on pontoons
limits, but vessels under 10m LOA are exempt. However, a 6kn R, S ,T £3·75 inc é for <14m LOA, short stay <4hrs £15, = v I PP
speed limit applies to all vessels in the areas depicted and within i ä : è T d e(50t) F Q T.
150m of any breakwater or harbour premises. Castletown is SE of the marina. Y Q Q T No1 bus to Weymouth
from WPNSA; z X (Hurn).
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Weymouth – Lulworth Ranges
9.1.29 WEYMOUTH the pierheads; they are not visible until the S Pier is rounded.
Dorset 50°36’·57N 02°26’·58W 111222333 LIFTING BRIDGE allows masted craft access to the marina.
CHARTS AC 2610, 2255, 2268, 2172, 5601; Imray C10, C12, C5, Lifting times (LT):
C4, 2300 15 Apr-15 Sep, 0800, 1000, 1200, 1400, 1600, 1800, 2000; plus
Jun, Jul, Aug, 2100.
TIDES –0438 Dover; ML 1·1 16 Sep-14 Apr: 0800, 1000, 1200, 1400, 1600, 1800.
Standard Port PORTLAND | NOTE: Minimum 1hr notice is required for lifts 16 Sep-14 Apr
Use Portland predictions and Note. Mean ranges are small: 0·6m at e838423 (ansafone) or Ch 12.
np and 2·0m at sp. NOTE: A LW stand lasts about 4hrs at sp and 1
Be visible from bridge 5 mins before lift time; listen on Ch 12
hr at nps. Due to an eddy, the tidal stream in Weymouth Roads is
for any broadcasts. 3FR or 3FG (vert) on both sides of the bridge
W-going at all times except for 2hrs, HW –0510 to HW –0310.
are traffic lights and must be obeyed at all times, even when
SHELTER Good, but swell enters the outer harbour and The Cove in the bridge is closed. Clearance when closed is 2·75m above HAT.
strong E winds. x feasible in Weymouth Bay NNE of the ent in about A 50m pontoon on the S bank immediately outside bridge is
3·5m, 4ca off the beach to seaward of the buoyed bathing area. only for craft waiting for an inwards bridge lift and these must
u berths in The Cove have 1.7m at CD. take the next available transit. Craft of 1.8m draught or greater
should berth as the second boat out on the waiting pontoon at or
NAVIGATION WPT 50°36´·69N 02°26´·23W, 240°/2ca to South near LWS or discuss alternative arrangements with the harbour
Pierhead. The harbour entrance is 1M NW of North Ship Channel staff – check before remaining o/night. Submerged cable inside
into Portland Harbour. Reports indicate a bar may be forming. bridge has least depth of 1.8m within 10m of pontoons.
When bound to/from the E, check whether Lulworth Firing Ranges COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01305) Dr 774411; E Dorchester 251150.
are active. See 9.1.29 for further info. A DG Range, marked by 3 HM e838423.
SPM buoys (one Fl Y 2s), lies 2·5ca SE of South Pier; ö. See ACs Weymouth Harbour and Weymouth Town Bridge (at opening
2255 and 2268 for restrictions on x in Weymouth Bay. times): Ch 12 (0730-1700 in winter and up to 0730-1930 in summer).
Comply with traffic signals displayed from RW pole near the root of Weymouth Marina Ch 80. Ch 60 for P.
South Pier (see below). Visiting vessels call HM Ch12 before passing
pier head for berth info. A rowed ferry has right of way across the FACILITIES (www.weymouth-harbour.co.uk) Outer Harbour & The
fairway E of the LB (see chartlet). Speed limit ‘Dead Slow’. Cove (S side) on u pontoons <10m LOA> Custom House Quay.
Quays from The Cove to lift bridge are for FVs and tourist boats.
LIGHTS AND MARKS Traffic signals, shown vertically on S Pier: & £3·40 inc j, (Apr-Sep), £2·60 (Oct-Mar); <2hrs £5·50. é extra.
No signals = Proceed with caution; O v (coin operated).
4 4 4 = Large vessel leaving, do not obstruct the pierhead area; Inner Harbour No u berths on council pontoons W of the bridge.
4 4 4 = Large vessel is entering, do not leave harbour; Weymouth Marina weymouth@boatfolk.co.uk e767576, dredged
4 4 over 4 = Harbour closed, do not enter the pierheads area; 2·5m, 290& inc u £3·75 inc j £12·50 for <14m short stay <4hrs:
4 / 4 = Only proceed on receipt of instructions; call Ch 80 for berth.
4 4 4 (flashing) = All vessels await instructions. Fuel Quayside Fuel e07747182181 or by bowser (Harbour Guide
If in any doubt, call Weymouth Harbour on Ch 12. for details); no petrol in harbour.
Conspic Z spire, 6ca NNW of the harbour ent, is a useful daymark. Weymouth SC e785481, T. Royal Dorset YC e786258, T.
Pierhead lights may be hard to see against shore lights. Portland Town = v I Ä i ä : T è d Diver F Y Q ! Q T @ z X
‘A’ Head lt ho, a conspic W twr 1·7M SE of hbr is readily visible. (Bournemouth).
Ldg lts 239·6°, 2 FR (H24) and R open 2s on W poles are 500m inside
Bathing Area Apr-Oct. Max speed 4kn. N

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Shoal S tA Y DZ C
32' 50°31'·63N Fl.Y.10s
E Shambles 50°31'·93N 02°12'·28W Y DZ B
02°16'·19W
Q(3)10s
Bell
BYB
50°30'·53N
02°01'·08W
50°30'·0N
50°30'N
02°10'W
50°29'·33N
02°17'·38W
OUTER RANGE
28'
N
50°27'·14N
02°02'·68W
26' 0 3
nautical miles
50°25'·63N
02°12'·88W
50°25'·23N
02°09'·48W
2°W
20' 15' 10' 5'
LULWORTH FIRING RANGES comprise an inner (D026) and an ARMY FIRING takes place on the inner range most weekdays from
outer (D026B) sea danger area; the former is more likely to impact 0930-1700 (1230 on Fri), often on Tues and Thurs nights for 3–4hrs
on yachts, so to speak. See chartlet above and AC 2610. and for up to six weekends per year. There is NO firing in Aug and
The inner area, shaded pink, extends 5·5M offshore. It runs from on Public Holidays. When firing is in progress red flags (at night
just E of Lulworth Cove coastwise to Kimmeridge Bay, thence Iso R 2s) are flown from St Alban’s Head and Bindon Hill. However
seaward clockwise and back to just E of Lulworth. If on passage inshore some red flags are flown whether or not firing is taking
between Weymouth and Anvil Point, a track via 50°30’N 02°10’W place; these mark the boundary of the range’s land area.
just clips the SW corner of the inner range, avoids St Alban’s Race REGULATIONS Although there is no legal requirement for yachts
and is 3·3M longer than a direct track. See AC 2610 or 5601.4. on passage to keep clear of the ranges, every reasonable effort
The outer area extends 12M offshore and adjoins the seaward should be made to do so. Any vessels in the danger area delay the
boundary of the inner as shown. It is rarely used. military training programme unnecessarily.
INFORMATION Pre-recorded firing times and range activity are A call to Lulworth Range Control or Lulworth Range Safety Boat
available (H24) from Ansafone n(01929) 404819. Clarification may on Ch 08 will establish if firings are taking place at the time of your
be sought from Range Control (HO) n(01929) 404712. intended transit. If so, Range Control will advise you of the best
track to follow, often keeping S of a given latitude (50º 32’.5N).
Times can also be obtained from Range Control/Safety Boats This is shorter than the track shown above, and Range Control will
Ch 08 Solent CG (Ch 16), the St Alban’s Head NCI n(01929) 439220; be grateful for your consideration.
and from local HMs, marinas, YCs and newspapers. Annual firing
weekends and No Firing periods are given at www.reedsalmanacs. Range Safety boats, capable of 30kn, are based in Portland
co.uk in the Almanac’s January Update. Harbour. When the ranges are active they will intercept yachts in
the range and request them (Ch 08) to clear the danger area as
NAVAL FIRING Warships may use the inner and outer areas, firing quickly as possible.
eastward from Adamant Shoal (50°33’N 02°19’W) at the 3 DZ
target buoys (up to 3M SW of St Alban’s Head), which should be
avoided by at least 1M. Warships fly red flags and other vessels/
helicopters may patrol the area.
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Church Ope Cove – Chapman’s Pool
ANCHORAGES BETWEEN PORTLAND BILL AND ANVIL PT 0 300

metres
Helpful to read Inshore along the Dorset Coast (Peter Bruce). cables
0 1
CHURCH OPE COVE, Dorset, 50°32´·26N 02°25´·64W. AC 2255,
LULWORTH COVE Chalk Cliffs
2268, 5601.8. Tidal data as for Portland. A small cove on the E N (conspic)
side of the Isle of Portland, about midway between the Bill and
19 Black Rocks
Portland Hbr. It is used by divers and completely open to the E, but
04
could serve as a temporary x in about 3m off the shingle beach, Small
03 09
to await a fair tide around the Bill. 03
Cy.S.Wd
RINGSTEAD BAY, Dorset, 50°37´·83N 02°20´·48W. AC 2610, 5601. Craft
37 03
Tides as for Weymouth, 4M to WSW. Tempy x in 3-5m towards 37'·1
34 G
the E end of the bay. Ringstead Ledges, drying, define the W end 19 14 Moorings East Over
of the bay. Rks on the E side restrict the effective width to about 06 49 3
3ca; easiest appr is from SE. 15
13 24 4 0
6 03 +
DURDLE DOOR, Dorset, 50°37´·27N 02°16´·58W. AC 2610, 5601. R 06 2
43 +
Little Beach + +
Tides as for Lulworth Cove, 1M E. Durdle Door is a conspic rock 09
+ +
archway. Close E of it Man o’ War Cove offers x for shoal draught Dries 1·2m 55 R
4 +
in settled weather. To the W, x may be found – with considerable 50°37'·0N
West Pt
7
caution – inside The Bull, Blind Cow, The Cow and The Calf which 61 East Pt Potters Hole
61
form part of a rocky reef. 28
76
LULWORTH COVE, Dorset, 50°37´·00N 02°14´·82W. AC 2172, 5601. 61 88 76 24
116 88
HW –0449 on Dover. Tides ML 1·2m. Good shelter in fair weather
and offshore winds, but ocasionally a squally katabatic wind may 146
137 116
blow down from the surrounding cliffs at night. Heavy swell enters 119
the Cove in S/SW winds; if strong the x becomes untenable. Enter 131
the Cove slightly E of centre. 8kn speed limit. x in NE quadrant 36'·9
in 2·5m. Holding is poor. Local ! village and = are on W side. 02°15'·0W 14'·7
Facilities: = G taps in car park and at slip, Y Q T museum.
0 800 Arish Mell

Gunnery Range Signals metres
Iso.R.2s(occas) cables No Landing
0 4 12 21 11
N
ffs
Bindon
Cha lk Cli 21 25
Hill 61
28 32 52
24
94 64
50°37'.2N 06 Barber's Rk
28 37 58
72 22
06 135 Wo r b a r r ow
Mupe 37
Bay Bay 85
34 114
127 138
46
42
Mupe 96
Rocks Worbarrow
155 146 Tout
5'
136 64
2.
97 3
04
157
s
Bn
36'.8 Co.G.Sh.fS.M
Sh.Co.P S.Sh.Co
2°13'W 12'
WORBARROW BAY, Dorset, 50°37’·03N 02°12’·08W. AC 2172, 5601. N Chapman's Pool

Tides as Lulworth Cove/Mupe Bay. Worbarrow is a 1½M wide bay,
close E of Lulworth Cove. It is easily identified from seaward by Houns-tout Cliff
the V-shaped gap in the hills at Arish Mell, centre of bay just E
12
of Bindon Hill. Bindon Hill also has a white chalk scar due to cliff (05)
falls. Caution: Mupe Rks at W end and other rks 1ca off NW side.
(05)
xs in about 3m sheltered from W or E winds at appropriate end. 55 31
The bay lies within Lulworth Ranges; landing prohibited at Arish 21
06 21
Mell. No lights/facilities. Tyneham village, deserted since WW2, is 50°35.5'N 12 05
close to the E. 58
79 73 Boathouse
CHAPMAN’S POOL, Dorset, 50°35’·53N 02°03’·93W. AC 2172, 46 bk.Sh
5601. Tidal data: interpolate between Mupe Bay and Swanage. 15
Chapman’s Pool, like Brandy Bay and Kimmeridge Bay, is picturesque Emmetts
and comfortable when the wind is offshore. x in depths of about 79 Hill
0 400
3m in centre of bay (to avoid tidal swirl). From here to St Alban’s 122 3
metres
Hd the stream sets SSE almost continuously due to a back eddy. cables
No lts. Facilities: village shop and ‘Square & Compass’ T e01929 0 2 2°04'W
439229, are at Worth Matravers (1.5M walk).
04'.5
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AREA 2 – Central S England
Central South England

Anvil Point to Selsey Bill
9.2.1 Contents ....................................................................................................................... 191

9.2.2 Area map, Nab Deep Water Channel and Distance table ................................ 192
9.2.3 Channel tidal stream charts ..................................................................................... 194
Central S England
9.2.5 Passage information .................................................................................................. 198
Swanage to Christchurch Bay • Western Approaches to the Solent • The Solent •
Crossing the English Channel (central part) • Isle of Wight (south coast) •
Eastern Approaches to the Solent
9.2.6 Swanage ....................................................................................................................... 201

9.2.7 Studland Bay ............................................................................................................... 201
9.2.8 Poole Harbour, tide tables/curves ........................................................................... 202
Wareham
9.2.9 Christchurch ................................................................................................................. 211

9.2.10 Keyhaven ...................................................................................................................... 211
9.2.11 Needles Channel ......................................................................................................... 212
Alum Bay • Totland Bay • Freshwater Bay
9.2.12 Yarmouth ..................................................................................................................... 213

9.2.13 Lymington .................................................................................................................... 214
9.2.14 Newtown River ........................................................................................................... 215
9.2.15 Isle of Wight and Solent tidal stream charts ....................................................... 216
9.2.16 Special tidal curves from Christchurch to Selsey Bill .......................................... 218
9.2.17 Beaulieu River ............................................................................................................. 220
9.2.18 The Central Solent ...................................................................................................... 221
9.2.19 Cowes/River Medina ................................................................................................. 222
Folly Reach • Newport
9.2.20 Southampton, tide tables/curves ........................................................................... 226

9.2.21 River Hamble ............................................................................................................. 231
Ashlett Creek • Hill Head
9.2.22 Wootton Creek ............................................................................................................ 233

9.2.23 Ryde ............................................................................................................................... 233
9.2.24 Bembridge ................................................................................................................... 234
9.2.25 Portsmouth tide tables/curves ................................................................................. 235
9.2.26 Langstone Harbour .................................................................................................... 241
9.2.27 Chichester Harbour, tide tables/curves ................................................................. 242
191
Area map – Distance table
20' 10' 2°W 50' 40'
51°N 9.2.2
Central Southern England Harbour with full almanac entry
Anvil Point to Selsey Bill Major light
C NCI station
Ferry route
Airport
EMERGENCY 999
HMCG NATIONAL – 02392 552100
HMCG FAREHAM – 02392 552100
HM CUSTOMS – 0845 010 9000
POLICE – 101 MEDICAL – 111
50'
POOLE HARBOUR 9.2.8 CHRISTCHURCH 9.2.9
Bournemouth
See 9.1.2 Wareham
40' STUDLAND BAY 9.2.7

Ringstead Bay
Durdle Door Worbarrow Bay
Weymouth Lulworth SWANAGE 9.2.6
Cove Chapman's C Peveril Point
Pool
Anvil Point
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AREA 2
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Ranges Variation
Church Ope Cove 0·0°W
C
Portland Bill
30' 1 Portland Bill 1
2 St Alban’s Hd 16 2 DISTANCE TABLE
Approximate distances in nautical miles are by
3 Swanage 23 7 3
the most direct route while avoiding dangers and
4 Poole Hbr (ent) 28 12 6 4 allowing for TSS. Places in italics are in adjoining
5 Christchurch 34 18 11 11 5 areas; places in bold are in 9.0.5, Cross-Channel
6 Needles (Bridge) 35 19 13 14 7 6 Distances.
7 Keyhaven 40 24 19 19 12 5 7
8 Lymington 42 26 21 21 14 7 3 8
9 Yarmouth (IOW) 40 24 19 19 12 6 2 2 9
10 Newtown R 44 28 23 23 16 10 6 4 4 10
11 Beaulieu R (ent) 46 30 25 25 18 12 9 7 7 4 11
12 Cowes 49 33 28 28 21 15 10 9 9 6 3 12
13 Southampton 55 39 34 34 27 21 16 15 15 12 9 9 13
14 R Hamble (ent) 53 37 32 32 25 19 13 12 12 9 6 6 4 14
20' 15 Wootton Creek 54 38 33 33 26 20 15 13 13 10 6 5 11 8 15
16 Ryde 56 40 35 35 28 22 17 16 16 13 9 7 12 9 2 16
17 Portsmouth 58 42 37 37 30 24 19 18 18 15 11 9 18 15 5 4 17
18 Bembridge 59 43 38 38 31 25 20 19 19 16 12 10 19 16 6 5 6 18
19 Langstone Hbr 61 45 40 40 33 27 23 22 22 19 15 12 16 13 8 7 5 6 19
20 Chichester Bar 63 47 42 42 35 29 25 24 24 21 17 15 20 17 10 9 8 7 5 20
21 Nab Tower 60 44 39 39 36 30 26 25 25 22 18 16 21 18 11 10 10 6 7 6 21
22 St Catherine’s Pt 45 29 25 25 20 14 19 18 18 26 27 25 30 27 20 19 21 15 20 19 15 22
23 Owers Lt Buoy 69 53 49 49 44 38 35 33 33 30 27 25 30 27 20 19 20 16 16 13 11 24 23
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SOUTHAMPTON 9.2.20
•
RIVER HAMBLE
9.2.21 PORTSMOUTH LANGSTONE CHICHESTER
HARBOUR HARBOUR HARBOUR
Ashlett 9.2.26
Central S England
Hillhead 9.2.25 9.2.27
Creek 50'
Calshot
BEAULIEU RIVER 9.2.17 C• CENTRAL
Stansore Pt
• SOLENT C C
LYMINGTON 9.2.13 9.2.18
L COWES Forts
KEYHAVEN NE 1 9.2.19 RYDE
9.2.10 H AN 9.2.1 9.2.23 Selsey
S C Folly Reach
D LE WOOTTON
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RM 2. T 9.2.22 Foreland
Alum Totland 14 OW
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Tidal streams

2° 1° 2° 1°
HW-5 HW-4
51° 51°
Portsmouth Portsmouth
Littlehampton Littlehampton
Lyme Regis 05 Lyme Regis 03 03,07
Po
Poole
,1 04,08 Po
Poole
,16
0
r tl Yarmouth r tl Yarmouth
a nd a nd 11,22
07 09,18 08 10,20
,15 08,15 ,16
21,42
17 14,28 2 27
12,24 08, 11,
2 02,04
17,33 13, 14,28 10,17
5 0
07,1 10,2 5 17,30
4 11,19 17,3
12,2
5 ,25 23,45
50° 07,1 6 15,28 11, 50° 12 21,41
13,2 1 7 17,27
25,
50
17,33
2
28,4 15,32 18 19
,28 ,34 ,37 13, 16,36 12,23
15 20
17,
37
5 Hours before HW Dover 4 Hours before HW Dover
HW-3 HW-2
51° 51°
Lyme Regis Poole 04, Lyme Regis Poole 01,02
08 02,05
Po Po
r Yarmouth r tl Yarmouth
0 tla 9, n 10,20 a nd 5
17 d 10,20 07
,15 7 07,1
08,1
23,46 18,36
8 2
18,37 14,2 14,27 11,2 10,20
14,2
5
14,25 14,28
10,20 08,17
17,35 18,32
13,2
5 15,26
,20 21,42 24,48 16 18,40

50° 10 50° 08, 17,33
20,30
18,26
28,5 23,4
5 6
11,24 07,15
9
,31
,3
07,1
8
21
2 16
53,8
2
13,30
28,5
HW-1 HW
51° 51°
Lyme Regis 4 Lyme Regis 07,
Poole 04,0
8 02,0 Poole 14 10
Po
r tl Yarmouth
Po
r tl Yarmouth 05,
04
a nd 6
a nd 03,07
,0
04,08 03,0 01,02 02,04
8
09,18 02,04
,11 04,08 09,17 01,03 02,04 ,05
06,12
06 02,05 03
05,10
09,16 01,02 7
06,12 04,0 SLACK
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04
50° 04 08,16 11,22 50° 02,0

4 01,02
03,
12,1 03,
7 05
1
09,17
06,1
02,
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16,3
10 08 30,4 SLACK
5
16,28
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2
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1 Hour before HW Dover HW Dover
194
Westward 9.1.3 Portland 9.1.26 Isle of Wight 9.2.16 Eastward 9.3.3 Southward 9.18.3 Channel Is 9.19.3
2° 1° 2° 1°
HW+1 HW+2
51° 51°
Lyme Regis 1 Lyme Regis
Poole 08,
17 05,1 Poole 06,
13 04,0
8
Po Po
r tl Yarmouth r tl Yarmouth
a nd 09,18 a nd 11,22
06, 08,16 09 11,21
11 ,19
13,26 21,42 8
08,16 10,20 03,
06 13,27 14,27 10,1
09,19 16,32
2 3
06,1 11,2
16,28
11,23 09,16 17,34
Central S England
,17 24
50° 08 12,24
11,18
50° 12, 19,37 25,40
03,11 12,19
18, 26
35 ,50
27
1
,
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14
22
35,51 12,27 18 39,57 16,35 12
,36 09 02 ,24 13 07,20
,18 ,12 ,25
1 Hour after HW Dover 2 Hours after HW Dover
HW+3 HW+4
51° 51°
Lyme Regis 5 Lyme Regis 04,07 2
Poole 01,0
2 0 2,0 Poole 01,0
Po Po
r tl Yarmouth r tl Yarmouth ,1 4
08 nd
a
09,18 a nd 07
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21,4 17,34
2 14,28 23
17,34 14,28 13,23 12, 13,
22
18,36 13,27
09,18
11,23 19,33
16,33 13,26 15,27
25
12, 30,48 09,
19
23,43
50° 21,42 50° 17,34
23
11,25 12,
28, 27
56 ,54
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22 43,63 14,31 06 17 40,60 09
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3 Hours after HW Dover 4 Hours after HW Dover
HW+5 HW+6
51° 51°
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Poole 08 3 Poole
03,06
Po 02,0 Po
5
r tl Yarmouth 8 r tl Yarmouth
a nd 04,0 a nd 02,03 SLACK
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09 20,30 0
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195
9.2.4 LIGHTS, BUOYS AND WAYPOINTS Shingles Elbow 0 Fl (2) R 5s; 50°40’·37N 01°36’·05W.
Bold print = light with a nominal range of 15M or more. CAPITALS Mid Shingles 0 Fl (3) R 10s; 50°41’·21N 01°34’·66W.
= place or feature. CAPITAL ITALICS = light-vessel, light float or Warden : Fl G 2·5s; Bell; 50°41’·48N 01°33’·55W.
Lanby. Italics = Fog signal. Bold italics = Racon. Some marks/ NE Shingles v Q (3) 10s; 50°41’·96N 01°33’·41W.
buoys are fitted with AIS (MMSI No); see relevant charts. Hurst Point £ 50°42’·48N 01°33’·03W; FL (4) WR 15s 23m
W13M, R11M; W | Twr; vis:080°-W(unintens)-104°, 234°-W-
SWANAGE TO ISLE OF WIGHT 244°-R-250°- W-053°. Same structure, Iso WRG 4s 19m W21M,
SWANAGE R18M, G17M; vis: 038·8°-G-040·8°-W-041·8°-R- 043·8°; By day
Pier Hd ° 2 FR (vert) 6m 3M; 50°36’·56N 01°56’·95W. W7M, R5M, G5M.
Peveril Ledge 4 QR; 50°36’·41N 01°56’·10W. NORTH CHANNEL
POOLE BAR and SWASH CHANNEL North Head : Fl (3) G 10s; 50°42’·69N 01°35’·52W.
Poole Bar (No 1) : QG; 50°39·29N 01°55’·14W.
(Historic wreck) * Fl Y 5s; 50°39’·70N 01°54’·86W. THE WESTERN SOLENT
No 2 0 Fl R 2s; 50°39’·23N 01°55’·24W. Note: Numerous yellow yacht racing buoys are laid throughout
No 3 : Fl G 3s; 50°39’·76N 01°55’·49W. the Solent (seasonal, Mar-Dec). Most, but not all, are lit Fl Y 4s.
No 4 0 Fl R 2s; 50°39’·72N 01°55’·60W. SOLENT MARKS
Training Bank É 2 FR (vert); 50°39’·82N 01°55’·86W. Sconce p Q; Bell; 50°42’·53N 01°31’·43W.
No 5 :Fl G 5s; 50°40’·19N 01°55’·81W. Black Rock : Fl G 5s; 50°42’·57N 01°30’·59W.
No 6 0 Fl R 4s; 50°40’·14N 01°55’·91W. Lymington Bank 0 Fl (2) R 5s; Bell; 50°43’·10N 01°30’·85W.
Hook Sands (No 7) : Fl G 3s; 50°40’·50N 01°56’·16W. Solent Bank 0 Fl (3) R 10s; 50°44’·23N 01°27’·37W.
Channel (No 8) 0 Fl R 2s; 50°40’·45N 01°56’·27W. Hamstead Ledge : Fl (2) G 5s; 50°43’·87N 01°26’18W.
Swash (No 9) r Q (9) 15s; 50°40’·88N 01°56’·70W. Newtown River p Q (9) 15s; 50°43’·75N 01°24’·96W.
No 10 0 Fl R 4s; 50°40’·84N 01°56’·86W. W Lepe 0 Fl R 5s; 50°45’·24N 01°24’·09W.
EAST LOOE CHANNEL Salt Mead : Fl (3) G 10s; 50°44’·51N 01°23’·04W.
East Hook / 50°40’·58W 01°55’·23W. Gurnard Ledge : Fl (4) G 15s; 50°45’·51N 01°20’·59W.
East Looe 1 : Fl G 5s; 50°41’·09N 01°55’·82W. E Lepe 0 Fl (2) R 5s; Bell; 50°45’·93N 01°21’·07W.
East Looe 2 0 Fl R 4s; 50°41’·07N 01°55’·83W. Lepe Spit t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 50°46’·78N 01°20’·64W.
Gurnard p Q; 50°46’·22N 01°18’·84W.
East Looe 3 (Limit 10kn) : Fl G 3s; 50°41’·07N 01°56’·17W.
East Looe 4 (Limit 10kn) 0 Fl R 2s; 50°41’·05N 01°56’·17W. YARMOUTH
North Hook 0 Fl (2) R 5s; 50°40’·97N 01°56’·51W. East Fairway 0 Fl R 2s; 50°42’·62N 01°29’·95W.
Poole Belle . Fl Y 5s; 50°42’·54N 01°30’·17W.
BROWNSEA ROADS
Pier Head, centre, ° 2 FR (vert) 2M; G col. High intensity FW
No 12 0 Q R; 50°40’·94N 01°57’·17W.
(occas); 50°42’·51N 01°29’·97W.
No14 0 Fl R 2s; 50°41’·03N 01°57’·32W.
Ldg Lts 187·6° Front FG 5m 2M; 50°42’·36N 01°30’·06 W. Rear,
N Haven ~ Q (9) 15s 5m; 50°41’·15N 01°57’·17W.
63m from front, FG 9m 2M; both W f.
Brownsea v Q (3) 10s; 50°41’·14N 01°57’·39W.
Brownsea Island Dir lt 299°F WRG; 296·5°-G-297·8°-AltWG-298·8°- LYMINGTON
W-299·2°-AltWR-300·2°-R-301·5°; 50°41’·16N 01°57’·67W (only Ldg Lts 319·5°, Or posts. Front, FR 12m 8M; 50°45’·19N
shown for commercial vessels); 2FR(vert); 301·5°-296·5° (H24). 01°31’·65W. vis: 309·5°-329·5°. Rear, FR 17m 8M.
MIDDLE SHIP CHANNEL Jack in the Basket É Fl R 2s 9m; 50°44’·27N 01°30’·57W.
Bell (No 15) t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 50°41’·36N 01°57’·12W. No 1 á Fl G 2s 2m 3M; G j on pile; 50°44’·41N 01°30’·48W.
No 16 0 VQ R; 50°41’·43N 01°57’·25W. No 2 (Cross Boom ) É Fl R 2s 4m 3M; 50°44’·36N 01°30’·58W.
No 17 : Fl G 3s; 50°41’·68N 01°57’·02W. Yacht Haven ldg lts 244°. Front FY 4m; R j; 50°45’·09N
Aunt Betty (No 22) v Q (3)10s; 50°41’·96N 01°57’·39W. 01°31’·53W. Rear, 22m from front, FY 6m; R l.
Diver (No 25) r Q (9) 15s; 50°42’·29N 01°58’·32W. BEAULIEU RIVER
NORTH CHANNEL Millennium Dir lt 334°. ° Oc WRG 4s 13m W4M, R3M, G3M; vis:
Salterns Marina Outer Bkwtr Hd ° 2 FR (vert) 2M; Tfc sigs; 318°-G-330°-W-337°-R-348°; 50°47’·12N 01°21’·90W.
50°42’·23N 01°57’·10W. Beaulieu Spit E Õ Fl R 5s 3M; R dolphin; 50°46’·85N 01°21’·76W.
Parkstone YC platform ° Q 8m 1M; 50°42’·37N 01°58’·08W. No 1 Ü 50°46’·91N 01°21’·70W.
Stakes (No 29) t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 50°42’·43N 01°59’·00W. No 2 Ã 50°46’·92N 01°21’·78W.
POOLE BAY COWES

Prince Consort p VQ; 50°46’·41N 01°17’·56W.
Flag Hd Chine ^ Fl (2); 50°41’·79N 01°55’·10W.
Trinity House “ Fl Y 5s; 50°46’·31N 01°17’·75W.
Bournemouth Rocks / 50°42’·32N 01°53’·40W.
No 1 : Q G; 50°46’·07N 01°18’·03W.
Christchurch Ledge ) 50°41’·57N 01°41’·55W (Apr-Oct).
No 2 0 Q R; 50°46’·07N 01°17’·87W.
V(x2) Fl(5) Y 20s; 50°37’·98N 01°43’·02W; (265°Needles F’wy). No 2A 0 LFl R 10s; 50°45’·92N 01°17’·70W.
No 4A Tide gauge É L Fl R 5s; 50°45’·76N 01°17’·63W.
WESTERN APPROACHES TO THE SOLENT
EC 11 t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 50°45’·80N 01°17’·67W.
NEEDLES CHANNEL E Cowes Bkwtr Hd ° 2F R; 50°45’·88N 01°17’·52W.
Needles Fairway ` L Fl 10s; Bell; 50°38’·24N 01°38’·98W. EC 8 0 Fl R 4s; 50°45’·87N 01°17’·58W.
SW Shingles \Fl R 2·5s; 50°39’·29N 01°37’·52W. EC 7 : Fl G 4s; 50°45’·90N 01°17’·60W.
Bridge r VQ (9) 10s; Racon (T) 10M; 50°39’·63N 01°36’·88W. EC 3 n Q (3) 10s; 50°45’·99N 01°17’·51W.
NEEDLES £ 50°39’·73N 01°35’·50W; Oc (2) WRG 20s 24m W17M, EC 2 0 Fl R 3s; 50°46’·06N 01°17’·04W.
R14M, R13M G14M; | Twr, R band and lantern; vis: shore-R-300°- EC 1 : Fl G 3s; 50°46’·08N 01°17’·05W.
W-083°-R (unintens)-212°-W-217°-G-224° (H24). Horn (2) 30s. Shrape Bn É LFl R 10S 3m 3M; 50°46’·09N 01°16’·90W.
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CENTRAL SOLENT AND SOUTHAMPTON WATER THE EASTERN SOLENT

Note: Numerous yellow yacht racing buoys are laid throughout Note: Numerous yellow yacht racing buoys are laid throughout
the Solent (seasonal, Mar-Dec). Most, but not all, are lit Fl Y 4s. the Solent (seasonal, Mar-Dec). Most, but not all, are lit Fl Y 4s.
SOLENT MARKS SOLENT MARKS
Lepe Spit t Q(6) + L Fl 15s; 50°46’·78N 01°20’·64W. West Ryde Middle r Q (9) 15s; 50°46’·48N 01°15’·79W.
NE Gurnard 0Fl(3) R 10s; 50°47’·06N 01°19’·42W. Norris 0 Fl (3) R 10s; 50°45’·97N 01°15’·51W.
South Bramble : Fl G 2·5s; 50°46’·98N 01°17’·72W. North Ryde Middle 0 Fl (4) R 20s; 50°46’·61N 01°14’·31W.
W Bramble r VQ(9) 10s; Racon (T) 3M; 50°47’·20N 01°18’·65W; South Ryde Middle : Fl G 5s; 50°46’·13N 01°14’·16W.
AIS. Peel Bank 0 Fl (2) R 5s; 50°45’·49N 01°13’·35W.
Thorn Knoll :Fl G 5s; 50°47’·50N 01°18’·44W. SE Ryde Middle t VQ (6)+L Fl 10s; 50°45’·93N 01°12’·10W.
Bourne Gap 0 Fl R 3s; 50°47’·83N 01°18’·34W. NE Ryde Middle 0 Fl (2) R 10s; 50°46’·21N 01°11’·88W.
West Knoll 8 Fl Y 2·5s; 50°47’·43N 01°17’·84W. Mother Bank 0 Fl R 3s; 50°45’·49N 01°11’·21W.
North Thorn : QG; 50°47’·92N 01°17’·84W. Browndown : Fl G 15s; 50°46’·57N 01°10’·95W.
East Knoll : Fl(2) G 10s; 50°47’·96N 01°16’·86W. Fort Gilkicker ° Oc G 10s 7M; 50°46’·43N 01°08’·47W.
Stanswood Outfall Õ Iso R 10s 6m 5M; 4 FR Lts; 50°48’·26N N Sturbridge p VQ; 50°45’·33N 01°08’·23W.
Central S England
01°18’·82W. Ryde Sands Õ Fl R 10s; 50°44’·56N 01°07’·26W.
Ryde Sands Õ L Fl R 12s; 50°44’·16N 01°05’·99W.
CALSHOT REACH No Man’s Land Fort ° Iso R 2s 21m 5M; 50°44’·40N 01°05’·70W.
East Knoll : 50°47’·96N 01°16’·83W. Horse Sand Fort ° Iso G 2s 21m 5M; 50°45’·01N 01°04’·34W.
CALSHOT SPIT ç Fl 5s 5m 10M; R hull, Lt Twr amidships; Horn Saddle : VQ (3) G 10s; 50°45’·05N 01°04’·94W.
(2) 60s; 50°48’·35N 01°17’·64W.
Calshot p VQ; 50°48’·44N 01°17’·03W. NORTH CHANNEL and HILLHEAD
Castle Point 0 IQ R 10s; 50°48’·71N 01°17’·67W. Calshot p VQ; Bell (1) 30s; 50°48’·44N 01°17’·03W.
Reach : Fl (3) G 10s; 50°49’·05N 01°17’·65W. Hillhead 0 Fl R 2·5s; 50°48’·07N 01°16’·00W.
Black Jack 0 Fl (2) R 4s; 50°49’·13N 01°18’·09W. E Bramble v VQ (3) 5s; 50°47’·23N 01°13’·64W.
Hook X QG; Horn (1) 15s; 50°49’·52N 01°18’·30W.
Coronation * Fl Y 5s; 50°49’·55N 01°17’·62W.
WOOTTON CREEK
Bald Head : Fl G 2·5s; 50°49’·80N 01°18’·06W. Wootton Beacon z Q 1M; (NB); 50°44’·53N 01°12’·16W.
Dir lt Oc WRG 10s vis: 220·8°-G-224·3°-W-225·8°-R-230·8°;
RIVER HAMBLE 50°44’·03N 01°12’·86W.
Hamble Pt t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 50°50’·15N 01°18’·66W.
Hamble Common ° Dir 351·7°, Oc (2) WRG 12s 5m W4M; R4M; G4M; RYDE
vis: 348·7°-G-350·7°-W-352·7°-R-354·7°; 50°51’·00N 01°18’·84W. Ryde Pier 2 FR (vert) mark corners. In fog FY from N corner,
Sailing Club Dir lt 028·9° ° Iso WRG 6s 5m W4M, R4M, G4M: vis: vis: 045°-165°, 200°-320°; 50°44’·34N 01°09’·72W.
025·9°-G-027·9°-W-029·9°-R-031·9°; 50°51’·10N 01°18’·34W. Leisure Hbr E side ° 2 FR (vert) 7m 1M. FY 6m shown when
depth of water in Hbr greater than 1m; 2 FY 6m when depth
SOUTHAMPTON WATER exceeds 1·5m; 50°43’·99N 01°09’·29W.
Fawley Terminal SE ° 2 FR(vert) 9m 10M; 50°50’·06N 01°19’·42W.
PORTSMOUTH APPROACHES
Fawley Deep : Fl (2) G 4s; 50°50’·42N 01°19’·19W. Horse Sand : Fl G 2·5s; 50°45’·62N 01°05’·12W.
Greenland : Iso G 2s; 50°51’·11N 01°20’·38W. Outer Spit (OSB) t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 50°45’·44N 01°05’·46W.
Cadland 0 Fl R 3s; 50°51’·02N 01°20’·54W. Mary Rose . Fl Y 5s; 50°45’·80N 01°06’·22W.
After Barn : Fl (2) G 4s; 50°51’·53N 01°20’·81W. Boyne : Fl G 5s; 50°46’·04N 01°05’·26W.
Lains Lake 0 Fl (2) R 4s; 50°51’·59N 01°21’·65W. Spit Refuge 0 Fl R 5s; 50°46’·21N 01°05’·68W.
Hound : Fl (3) G 10s; 50°51’·68N 01°21’·52W. Spit Sand Fort ° Fl R 5s; 18m 5M. 50°46’·24N 01°05’·94W.
Netley : Fl G 3s; 50°52’·03N 01°21’·81W. Castle : Fl (2) G 6s; 50°46’·50N 01°05’·40W.
Deans Elbow 0 Oc R 4s; 50°52’·20N 01°22’·85W. Southsea S Castle Pile ° Dir 348° WRG 17m 11M day 6M, pile
NW Netley : Q G; 50°52’·31N 01°22’·73W. vis: 340°-FG-343°-Al WG (W phase inc with brg)-347°-FW-
Moorhead : Q G; 50°52’·55N 01°22’·90W. 349°-AlWR(R phase incr with brg)-354°-FR-356°; H24; same
Test 0 Fl (2) R 4s; 50°52’·59N 01°23’·45W. structure Fl G 5s; 50°46’·66N 01°05’·65W.
Weston Shelf : Fl (2) G 4s; 50°52’·71N 01°23’·26W. No 1 Bar (NB) : Fl (3) G 10s; 50°46’·77N 01°05’·81W.
No 2 0 Fl (3) R 10s; 50°46’·66N 01°06’·15W.
HYTHE
No 3 : QG; 50°47’·08N 01°06’·23W.
Hythe Pier Hd ° 2 FR (vert) 12m 5M; 50°52’·49N 01°23’·61W.
No 4 0 QR; 50°46’·98N 01°06’·48W.
Hythe Marina Ent Å Q (3) 10s; 50°52’·63N 01°23’·88W.
BC Outer É Oc R 15s; 50°47’·32N 01°06’·68W.
Hythe Knock 0 Fl R 3s; 50°52’·83N 01°23’·81W.
PORTSMOUTH HARBOUR
SOUTHAMPTON and RIVER ITCHEN Fort Blockhouse ° Dir 323° WRG 4s 6m WRG 12M; vis: 313°- Oc
Swinging Ground No 1 : Oc G 4s; 50°53’·00N 01°23’·44W. G-317°-Fl G (phase dec with brg)-321°-Oc W-325°-Fl R (phase
E side. No 1 á QG; 50°53’·15N 01°23’·40W. inc with brg)-329°-Oc R-333°; 50°47’·37N 01°06’·74W.
No 2 á Fl G 5s 2M; 50°53’·29N 01°23’·38W. Ballast É Fl R 2·5s; 50°47’·62N 01°06’·83W.
No 3 á Fl G 7s; 50°53’·48N 01°23’·28W. Hbr Ent ° Dir 333·75° WRG 2s 2m 12M; vis: 323·75°-Iso G-329·75°-
No 4 á QG 4m 2M; 50°53’·62N 01°23’·16W. Fl G (phase dec with brg)-332·75°-Iso (main chan)-334·75°-Fl R
(phase inc with brg)-337·75°-Iso R-343·75°; H24; same structure
SOUTHAMPTON and RIVER TEST
Fuel Jetty ° 2F R (vert) 8m 4M; 50°47’·85N 01°06’·98W.
QE II Terminal, S end 4 FG (vert) 16m 3M; 50°53’·00N
01°23’·71W. EASTERN APPROACHES to THE SOLENT
Gymp 0 QR; 50°53’·07N 01°24’·16W. Outer Nab 1 r VQ (9) 10s; 50°38’·18N 00°56’·88W.
Town Quay Ldg Lts 329°, both F 12/22m 3/2M. Outer Nab 2 v VQ (3) 5s; 50°38’·43N 00°57’·70W.
Gymp Elbow 0 Oc R 4s; 50°53’·43N 01°24’·61W. Nab Tower ° Fl 10s 17m 12M; Horn (2) 30s; RACON T; 50°40’·08N
Dibden Bay p Q; 50°53’·70N 01°24’·92W. 00°57’·15W; 992351136.
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Lights etc – Passage Information Plot waypoints on chart before use
N 2 Z Fl Y 2·5s. 6M; 50°41’·03N 00°56’·74W. Roway Wk x Fl (2) 5s; 50°46’·11N 01°02’·28W.

N 1 Z Fl Y (4)10s; 50°41’·26N 00°56’·52W. Langstone Fairway œ L Fl 10s; 50°46’·32N 01°01’·36W.
N 4 Z Fl Y 7·5s; 50°41’·86N 00°57’·24W. Eastney Pt Outfall ° QR 2m 2M; 50°47’·23N 01°01’·68W.
N 3 Z Fl (3) Y 15s; 50°41’·63N 00°56’·74W. East Milton 0 Fl (4) R 10s; 50°48’·16N 01°01’·76W.
N 5 Z Fl Y 5s; 50°41’·99N 00°56’·97W. NW Sinah : Fl G 5s; 50°48’·14N 01°01’·58W.
N 7 Z Fl Y 2·5s; 50°42’·35N 00°57’·20W.
New Grounds v VQ (3) 5s; 50°41’·84N 00°58’·49W. CHICHESTER ENTRANCE
Nab End V Fl R 5s; Whis; 50°42’·63N 00°59’·49W. West Pole (tripod) J Fl R 5s 14m 7M; 50°45’·45N 00°56’·59W.
Dean Tail : Fl G 5s; 50°42’·99N 00°59’·17W. Bar É Fl(2) R 10s 10m 4M; 50°46’·02N 00°56’·37W.
Dean Tail S t VQ (6) + L Fl 10s; 50°43’·04N 00°59’·58W. Eastoke 0 QR; 50°46’·68N 00°56’·11W.
Dean Tail N p Q; 50°43’·13N 00°59’·57W. West Winner á QG; Tide gauge. 50°46’·88N 00°55’·98W.
Horse Tail : Fl (2) G 10s; 50°43’·23N 01°00’·23W. EMSWORTH CHANNEL
Nab East 0 Fl (2) R 10s; 50°42’·86N 01°00’·80W. Fishery t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 50°47’·38N 00°56’·07W.
Dean Elbow : Fl (3) G 15s; 50°43’·69N 01°01’·88W. NW Pilsey : Fl G 5s; 50°47’·50N 00°56’·20W.
St Helens 0 Fl (3) R 15s; 50°43’·36N 01°02’·41W. Verner É Fl R 10s; 50°48’·20N 00°56’·63W.
Horse Elbow :QG; 50°44’·26N 01°03’·88W. Marker Pt á Fl (2) G 10s 8m; 50°48’·91N 00°56’·72W.
Cambrian Wreck s 50°44’·43N 01°03’·43W. Emsworth | Q (6) + L Fl 15s; tide gauge; 50°49’·66N
Warner V QR; Whis; 50°43’·87N 01°03’·99W. 00°56’·76W.
BEMBRIDGE THORNEY CHANNEL
St Helen’s Fort £ (IOW) Fl (3) 10s 16m 5M; large | stone Camber | Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 50°47’·87N 00°54’·06W.
structure; 50°42’·30N 01°05’·05W. Pilsey É Fl (2) R 10s ; 50°47’·98N 00°54’·24W.
SOUTH EAST COAST of the ISLE OF WIGHT Thorney á Fl G 5s; 50°48’·20N 00°54’·28W.
St Catherine’s Point £ 50°34’·54N 01°17’·87W; Fl 5s 41m 18M;
CHICHESTER CHANNEL
vis: 257°-117°; FR 35m 13M (same Twr) vis: 099°-116°.
NW Winner : Fl G 10s; 50°47’·19N 00°55’·92W.
Ventnor Haven W Bwtr ° 2 FR (vert) 3M; 50°35’·50N 01°12’·30W.
N Winner : Fl (2) G 10s; 50°47’·31N 00°55’·83W.
Sandown Pier Hd ° 2 FR (vert) 7m 2M; 50°39’·05N 01°09’·18W.
Mid Winner : Fl (3) G 10s; 50°47’·40N 00°55’·72W.
W Princessa r Q (9) 15s; 50°40’·16N 01°03’·65W.
Stocker 0 Fl (3) R 10s; 50°47’·45N 00°55’·52W.
Bembridge Ledge v Q (3) 10s; 50°41’·15N 01°02’·81W
Copyhold 0 Fl (4) R 10s; 50°47’·50N 00°54’·93W.
LANGSTONE and APPROACHES East Head Spit : Fl (4) G 10s; 50°47’·45N 00°54’·82W.
Eastney Pt Fraser Trials Range ° FR, Oc (2) Y 10s, and FY Lts Snowhill : Fl G 5s; 50°47’·52N 00°54’·34W.
(occas) when firing taking place; 50°47’·19N 01°02’·22W. Sandhead 0 Fl R 10s; 50°47’·67N 00°54’·25W.
Winner s; 50°45’·10N 01°00’·10W. Chalkdock á Fl (2) G 10s; 50°48’·49N 00°53’·30W.
9.2.5 PASSAGE INFORMATION WESTERN APPROACHES TO THE SOLENT

See 9.0.5 for distances across the central part of the English (AC 2035) The Needles are distinctive rocks at the W end of
Channel. Admiralty Leisure Folio 5601 covers Exmouth to the Isle of Wight. The adjacent chalk cliffs of High Down are
Christchurch, and 5600 covers The Solent & Approaches. conspic from afar, but the Lt Ho may not be seen by day until
Bibliography: Channel Havens (ACN/Endean); Shell Channel relatively close. Goose Rk, which dries, is about 50m WNW of
Pilot (Imray/Cunliffe); Channel Pilot (Admiralty NP27). the Lt Ho, 100-150m WSW of which is a drying wreck. When
rounding the Needles an offing of 1½ca will clear these. The
SWANAGE TO CHRISTCHURCH BAY NW side of Needles Chan is defined by the Shingles bank,
Studland Bay (AC 2172) is a good x especially in winds from parts of which dry and on which the sea breaks violently in
the S and W. Poole Bay offers good sailing in waters sheltered the least swell. The SE side of the bank is fairly steep-to; the
from the W and N, with no offlying dangers. NW side shelves more gradually.
z1M NE of Durlston Head, Peveril Ledge runs 2½ca seaward, zThe ENE-going flood runs from HW Portsmouth +0500 until
causing a significant race which extends nearly 1M eastwards, HW –0130, Sp rates 3.1kn at The Bridge, a reef which runs 8ca
particularly on W-going stream against a SW wind. Proceeding W of the Lt ho and is marked by WCM, and 3.9kn at Hurst.
towards the excellent shelter of Poole Harbour, overfalls may be The WSW-going ebb runs from HW –0100 until HW +0430, sp
met off Ballard Pt and Old Harry on the W-going stream.y rates 4.4kn at Hurst, 3.4kn WSW across the Shingles and at The
(AC 2615) There is deep water quite close inshore between St Bridge. The Needles Chan is well marked and in fair weather
Alban’s Hd and Anvil Pt. presents no significant problems, but in a SW 4 or above over
the ebb, breaking seas occur near The Bridge and SW Shingles.
z Tidal streams are weak North of a line from Handfast Pt to In bad weather broken water and overfalls extend along The
Hengistbury Hd and in Christchurch Bay. The tide runs hard Bridge. S to W gales against the ebb raise very dangerous
over the ledge at springs, and there may be overfalls.y breaking seas in the Needles Chan and approaches. The sea
Hengistbury Hd is a dark reddish headland S of Christchurch state can be at its worst shortly after LW when the flood has
Hbr with a groyne extending 1ca S and Beerpan Rks a just begun. There is then no wind-over-tide situation, but a
further 100m E of groyne. Beware lobster pots in this area. substantial swell is raised as a result of the recently turned
Christchurch Ledge extends 2·75M SE from Hengistbury Hd. stream. y
There is a passage between Christchurch Ledge and Dolphin
Bank, some 1½M further SE.
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gently shelving soft mud, apart from foul ground between

FLOOD The Needles Channel EBB The Needles Channel
2.5k Hythe and Marchwood. At night, unlit marks and large
Hurst Pt Hurst Pt
3.5k mooring buoys may be hard to see against the many shore
lights. Except in strong N’lies, Southampton Water and the
4.4k
3.2k
3.9k R Test and Itchen provide sheltered sailing.
The Shingles The Shingles
The R Hamble is convenient, but crowded.
There are few dangers in mid Solent. Bramble Bank (dries)
between Cowes and Hillhead. The main fairway (buoyed)
2.5k
2.9k passes S and W of the Brambles, but yachts can use North
Needles Needles
Channel to the NE at any state of tide.
HW PORTSMOUTH –5 HW PORTSMOUTH +3
CROSSING THE ENGLISH CHANNEL (CENTRAL PART)
In such conditions use the E route to the Solent, S of the IoW (AC 2656) These notes cover the crossing (about 13hrs)
and via Nab Tower; or find shelter at Poole or Studland. Weymouth/Poole/Solent to Channel Is/Cherbourg/Le Havre
and should help in compiling a cross-Channel passage plan.
Central S England
In strong winds the North Channel, N of the Shingles, is
Distances are tabulated in 9.0.5.
preferable to the Needles Channel. The two join S of Hurst Pt,
where overfalls and tide rips may be met. Beware The Trap, a Departure / destination factors to be considered include:
very shallow gravel shoal spit, 150m SE of Hurst Castle. Portland/Weymouth: Good angle on the wind in SW/lies
In E winds Alum Bay, with its coloured cliffs close NE of the but passage extended by 7/8½M respectively to clear the E
Needles, is an attractive daytime x but beware Long Rk (dries) end of The Shambles Bank. There is no advantage to closing
in the middle of the bay, and Five Fingers Rock 1½ca SW of Portland Bill and Portland Race which should be avoided.
Hatherwood Pt on N side. Totland Bay is good x in settled Portland Bill Light loom provides a good headmark on night
weather, but avoid Warden Ledge. N’ly crossing. Check the tidal streams and monitor course
made good.
THE SOLENT Poole: Leave on the ebb. At springs with a S/SE wind beware
(AC 2035, 2036, 2037) Depending on the wind direction, short steep seas in the Swash Channel. Studland Bay or
there are many good xs: in W winds on E side of Hurst, as Swanage Roads are useful departure xs. Anvil Pt Light and
close inshore as depth permits, NE of Hurst light; in S winds, the Ferries provide useful visual cues on N’ly crossing. Off
or in good weather, W of Yarmouth Harbour ent, as near Handfast, Peveril and Anvil Pts overfalls occur with wind
shore as possible; in winds between W and N in Stanswood against tide.
Bay, about 1M NE of Stansore Pt. Just N of Calshot Spit
Solent ports: Decide whether to leave to the East via Nab
there is shelter from SW and W, while Osborne Bay, 2M E of
Tower, using the ebb to gain a lift past Bembridge Ledge and
Cowes, is sheltered from winds between S and W; in E winds
across St Catherine’s Deep or west via the Needles Channel.
Gurnard Bay, to the W of Cowes, is preferable. Stokes Bay is
well sheltered from the N, and at the E end of the IoW there zThe latter usually requires a fair tide through Hurst Narrows
is good x in Priory Bay off Bembridge in winds from S, SW (HW Portsmouth –0100 to +0430) which dictates the ETD. y
or W; but clear out if wind goes into E. The Easterly option has no tidal gate, but is longer if heading
Shoal-draught boats can explore the estuaries at the top of to Cherbourg or the Channel Islands and gives a less favourable
the tide: Ashlett Creek between Fawley and Calshot, Eling angle on a SW’ly wind. It can offer better shelter in the lee
up the R Test, and the upper reaches of the R Medina. There of the IoW, but often has an uncomfortable chop on a N’ly
are many yacht racing buoys (seasonal, Mar–Dec) in the So- passage. Looms of St Catherine’s and the Needles lights are
lent and Southampton Water. Most are lit Fl Y 4s. useful guides at night, but can be deceptively far away.
z Tidal streams are strong at Sp, see 9.2.16. y Braye (Alderney) is accessible at all times, but be careful to
avoid being swept W to the Casquets at springs. Plan and
Several inshore spits, banks, rocks and ledges include:
monitor the track so as to approach from well uptide. Braye
N shore – Pennington and Lymington Spits; Lepe Middle and Harbour is unsafe in fresh or strong E/NE’lies. From Braye you
Beaulieu Spit, S and W of the entrance to Beaulieu R; shoals may make Guernsey, having negotiated the Alderney Race,
off Stone Pt are marked by Lepe Spit SCM buoy and the shal- or the Swinge. A direct passage is achievable off the Casquets
lows off Calshot Spit by the light float. or in benign conditions through Ortac Channel.
S shore – Black Rk 4ca W of ent to Yarmouth; Hamstead Cherbourg is accessible H24. Especially at springs, aim well
Ledge 8ca W of entrance to Newtown River; Saltmead Ledge up-tide and approach the peninsula allowing sufficient
1·5M to E; and Gurnard Ledge 1·5M W of Cowes. offset angle to maintain track. Harbours on the W side of
Shrape Mud extends N from E Cowes breakwater to Old the Cotentin (Diélette to Granville) are tidally constrained.
Castle Pt. Shoals and isolated rocks fringe the island shore Exposed to the W they are options in E’lies if conditions in the
from Old Castle Pt to Ryde, and lie either side of the entry to Alderney Race permit on a W-going tide or at slack water.
Wootton Creek. Ryde sands should be treated with care. To the E, Barfleur and St Vaast are sheltered from the
A Precautionary Area between Cowes and Calshot gives pri- prevailing W’lies, but are tidally constrained. Barfleur dries
ority to large commercial shipping turning for safety. and yachts off St Vaast until the marina gates open. Further
Southampton Water is a commercial fairway with large to the E Le Havre is a port of refuge although approach
tankers, container ships and liners among frequent RoRo requires care.
and High Speed ferries. Yachts should monitor VHF Ch 12 Thorough planning is a requirement for a safe and efficient
(Southampton VTS). Between Fawley Marine Terminal and crossing. Study the meteorological situation several days
the BP jetty on the E side the fairway is narrow with little before departure so that wind and weather windows may
room for yachts to take refuge. There is adequate water for be predicted and bad weather avoided. Refer to 3.1, Passage
yachts close N of the main buoyed channel; the banks are of Planning.
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Passage Information – Studland Bay
• High pressure may provide quiescent conditions, but is ISLE OF WIGHT (SOUTH COAST)
often accompanied by reduced visibility owing to fog. (AC 2045) From the Needles to Freshwater Bay the cliffs can
Even if radar equipped and competent in its use, be wary be approached to within 1ca, but to the E of the chalk cliffs
of crossing if fog or poor visibility is forecast. ledges off Brook and Atherfield require at least 5ca offing.
z The E-going stream sets towards these dangers. 4M SSW of
• For a yacht, consider the forecast wind direction, likely
the Needles the stream turns NNE at HW Portsmouth + 0500,
shifts and sea breezes which may affect the angle on the
and W at HW – 0030, Sp rate 2kn. It is safe to pass 2ca off St
wind. Prevailing winds are SW/W, except in the spring
Catherine’s lt ho (conspic), but a race occurs off the point and
when NE/E winds are equally likely. Check the tidal
can be very dangerous at or near Sp against a strong wind;
stream and the effect that this will have on Course to
particularly SE of the point on a W-going stream. St Catherine’s
Steer. It is best to place the tide on the lee bow in order
should then be rounded at least 2M off. 1·25M SE of the point
to gain the maximum benefit. It is very advantageous to
the stream turns E at HW Portsmouth +0520, and W at HW
get well to windward and up-tide of the destination. For
–0055, Sp rate 3·75kn. y
example, from the Needles it may be beneficial initially
to proceed W’wards, working the tides to advantage. Rocks extend 2½ca either side of Dunnose where a race occurs.
x inshore off Shanklin or Sandown out of tidal stream.
• For motor boats, windows with the wind in the N provide
z Off the centre of the Bay they turn NE x E at HW Portsmouth
the best down sea conditions, maximising speed and
+0500, and SW x W at HW –0100, Sp rate 2 kn.y
reducing slamming.
Yarborough Monument above Culver Cliff is conspicuous.
• Choose the route, departure points and landfalls so Whitecliff Bay provides x in winds between W and N. From
that passage time out of sight of identifiable marks is here to Foreland (Bembridge Pt) the coast is fringed by a
minimised. This reduces the risk of navigational errors, ledge of drying rocks extending up to 3ca offshore, and it is
anxiety and fatigue. A landfall at night or dawn/dusk advisable to keep to seaward of Bembridge Ledge ECM.
is frequently easier due to the visibility of navigational
marks on clear nights. The loom of a powerful lighthouse EASTERN APPROACHES TO THE SOLENT
is often visible on the clouds at a distance greater than (AC 2045, 2036) Nab Tower (Fl 10s, Horn(2) 30s), a conspic steel
its nominal range. and concrete structure 4·5M E of Foreland, marks Nab Shoal.
The Nab Channel (maintained depth 13.3m) runs northwards
• Consider tidal constraints at the points of departure and
to the East of the tower. It is indicated by Y SPM as far as New
destination, and any tidal gates en route such as Hurst
Grounds. Keep well clear of shipping manoeuvring in the
Narrows or the French coast between Cap Barfleur and Cap
Pilot Boarding Areas and using the Deep Water Channel.
de la Hague.
NW of Nab Tr the E approach to the Solent via Spithead
z presents few problems and is far safer in SW/W gales than the
Needles Channel. A good lookout should be kept for ferry
traffic and vessels anchoring in St Helen’s Roads. The fairway
is well buoyed, but there is plenty of water for yachts over
New Grounds and Warner Shoal approaching No Man’s Land
y Fort (Iso R 2s) and Horse Sand Fort (Iso G 2s). Yachts may pass
• Consider actions to be taken if fog sets in as the risk of safely SW of No Man’s Land Fort; the Ryde Sand bns (both
collision is much increased. GPS may provide a position, PHM and lit) mark the shallows to the SW. Ryde Sand dries
but navigating ‘blind’ by radar demands intense attention. extensively and is a trap for the unwary. A submerged barrier
Other small boats and yachts may not be detected. lies N of Horse Sand Fort and care should be taken off Spit
Bank Fort and Hamilton Bank to the South of the small boat
• AIS will only display vessels or marks which transmit. channel close East of Portsmouth Harbour entrance.
• Cross on a heading as near 90° as practicable to the Langstone and Chichester Harbours have offlying sands which
traffic routeing between the Casquets TSS and the are dangerous in strong S’ly winds. E and W Winner flank the
Greenwich Meridian. Consider motoring to expedite such entrance to Langstone Hbr. E and W Pole Sands, drying 1m,
a crossing. border the approach channel to Chichester Hbr. Bracklesham
• Keep a very sharp lookout particularly when in the Traffic Bay is shallow, with a distinct inshore set at certain states of
Routeing area in mid-Channel. Ensure the crew is aware of the tide. Further SE along a low-lying coast Selsey Bill has
the directions from which to expect approaching traffic. extensive offshore rocks and shoals. Pass these to seaward
It is commonsense and good seamanship to alter course via Owers SCM lt buoy or the Looe Channel, which is much
early in order to keep well clear of large commercial ships. used by yachts on passage to/from points E of the Solent
These may not alter for small craft despite Rule 18 (a) (iv). in suitable conditions. Although lit, the many lobster pot
markers demand caution at night; it is dangerous in onshore
• Make use of additional navigational information such gales as searoom is limited by extensive shoals on which the
as soundings, noting when crossing distinctive seabed sea breaks. Boulder SHM marks the W end 6M SE of Chichester
contours; the rising or dipping ranges of major lights. If Bar Bn. Medmery Bank, 3·7m, is 1M WNW of Boulder.
equipped with radar, use clearly identifiable objects.
Looe Channel: z the E-going flood runs from HW Portsmouth
• Plan a harbour of refuge in case of fog, bad weather, +0430 (HW Dover +0500) until HW Portsmouth –0130 (HW
accident or gear failure. For example, if unable to make Dover –0100), at Sp reaching 2.4kn near the Boulder and Street
Cherbourg in a strong SSW’ly and E-going tide, consider light buoys which mark its narrow western end; they may be
bearing away for St Vaast in the lee of the peninsula. hard to see. Max Np rate is 1.2kn. The W-going ebb runs from
Alternatively, in the event of engine failure identify a HW Portsmouth –0130 (HW Dover –0100) until HW Portsmouth
sheltered x. In extremis heave to and stay at sea notifying +0430 (HW Dover +0500), at Sp reaching 2.6kn near Boulder
the appropriate CG or safety service. and Street. Max Np rate is 1.3kn.y
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9.2.6 SWANAGE 9.2.7 STUDLAND BAY

Dorset 50°36´·70N 01°56´·55W 1112233 Dorset 50°38’·80N 01°55’·50W 1112333
CHARTS AC 2615, 2172, 5601; Imray C10, C12, C4, 2300 CHARTS AC 2175, 2172, 5601; Imray C4
0 1000 TIDES Approx as for Swanage.

metres
Tanville
Ledges cables SHELTER Good in winds from S, W and NW, but exposed to N / E.
0 5
50°37'N The voluntary ö zone now extends ESE from Middle Beach to a
73 N line extending NNW from Handfast Point to protect the Seagrass
35 beds. The MMO is monitoring activity and byelaws prohibiting x
Phippard's Ledge 92
may be introduced. Nearest port of refuge is Poole.
Swanage Bay
NAVIGATION No dangers except very close inshore; N end of
4
34
bay is shallow. Beware unmarked Redend Rocks (reported to dry
0·5m) ESE of Redend Point. Sp limit 5kn in buoyed areas off beach.
Moorings 105 Beware of swimmers. PWCs not permitted to land on nor launch
05 from beach.
Central S England
2F.R 59
28
Pier LIGHTS AND MARKS See chartlet. Handfast Point and Old Harry
06 (Ru) Rock are conspicuous on approach to the bay.
36·5' Peveril Pt.
Peveril
12 Ledge COMMUNICATIONS None.
SC NCI Q.R
01 14 FACILITIES Village G at tap behind beach cafe, Ä Ç Y ! Q T
SWANAGE Race on Ebb
hotel. No marine facilities.
16
Durlston Bay 57' 56' 01°55'W

01°57'W 56'
143 R 61
Fl.R.4s Fl.G.5s 89
R No6 No5
TIDES HW Sp –0235 & +0125, Np –0515 & +0120 on Dover;
ML 1·5 R
Ma
40'
Standard Port POOLE HARBOUR { R
inta
Fl.G.3s
ine
Times Height (metres) 07
R No3
dD
High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS 2F.R 99
ept
11 (vert)
— — 0500 1100 2·2 1·7 1·2 0·6 15
h7
Y
— — 1700 2300 Little Fl.R.2s
·5m
Fl(Y)5s
Sea No4 Protected
Differences SWANAGE 07 Wreck
— — –0045 –0050 –0·1 +0·1 +0·2 +0·2
NOTE: From Swanage to Christchurch double HWs occur except Q.G
at neaps. HW differences refer to the higher HW and are STUDLAND Bar
BAY Fl.R.2s Buoy
approximate. 12
No2 No1
22 112
SHELTER Large, well sheltered bay with just 1·6m range at springs. 31
50°39'N
12 as, good x in all winds except from NE to SE; Poole is closest
44
port of refuge. & may be possible on the pier which is owned by N 26
a trust and used extensively in the summer by tourist boats, ferries 71 87
Redend Pt Voluntary no
and other commercial concerns. Seek advice at the gate on arrival. Redend Rks anchor zone
Gate closes at dusk Oct to Apr. 25 11
NAVIGATION WPT 50°36´·70N 01°56´·55W, 240°/0.3M to Pier Hd. Old Harry Race on Ebb
Handfast Pt
Tidal races off Peveril Point to the south and Handfast Point to 0 metres 1000
the north can be lively in strong onshore winds and an ebb tide. The Pinnacle 139
Do not cut inside Peveril Ledge buoy. 73 12
0 cables 5 Little Pinnacle
Beware of ruins of old pier south of the main pier; Tanville
and Phippard’s Ledges in west side of bay both dry. At night,
main hazard is other boats which may be difficult to see against
background lights.
LIGHTS AND MARKS 2 FR (vert) on the Pier, difficult to see due All the information
to back scatter of street lights. Peveril Ledge PHM buoy, Q.R, but
can be hard to pick out by day. you need to care
COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01929) Dr 422231; E 422202; Pier for your boat
e427058. Moorings/water taxi mob 07802 480139. No VHF.
all year round
FACILITIES 12 as £10/boat<40’; Water taxi (May-Oct) £2pp return.
Pier Possible&; Swanage SC e422987 ) = T Boat Park (Peveril
Pt) y = G
Services Diving.
Visit www.adlardcoles.com
Town Ä Ç (1½M) ! Y Q Q T z (bus to Wareham and to buy at discount
Bournemouth), X (Hurn).
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Poole Harbour
9.2.8 POOLE HARBOUR NAVIGATION WPT Poole Bar (No 1 SHM) Buoy, QG, 50°39´·29N
01°55´·14W, 328°/1·95M to Haven Hotel. In very strong SE–S winds
Dorset 50°40’·93N 01°56’·96W (Ent) 111222333 the Bar is dangerous, especially on the ebb. Beware cross-Channel
CHARTS AC 2175, 2611, 5601; Imray C10, C12, C4, Y23, 2300 high speed ferries which operate through the area. Monitor VHF
Ch 14 for information about commercial traffic and MOD activity.
TIDES Town Quay ML 1·6. The tide is above ML from about LW+2 In Studland Bay and close to training bank beware lobster pots.
to next LW–2. From Poole Bar to Shell Bay a Boat Channel, suitable for craft <3m
Standard Port POOLE HARBOUR { draught, parallels the W side of the Swash Channel, close E of the
Training Bank, and should be used whenever possible.
Times Height (metres) East Looe Channel The well lit and buoyed channel, least depth
High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS 1.3m, is the recommended approach from the E when height of
— — 0500 1100 2·2 1·7 1·2 0·6 tide allows. It is liable to shift and the buoys moved accordingly.
— — 1700 2300 Check LNTMs from www.phc.co.uk; there may be less water than
Differences POOLE HARBOUR ENTRANCE charted. The groynes to the N are marked by SHM beacons, the
— — –0025 –0010 0·0 0·0 0·0 0·0 two most W’ly are lit, 2 FG (vert).
POTTERY PIER
— — +0010 +0010 –0·2 0·0 +0·1 +0·2 Within the harbour the two principal channels (Middle Ship and
CLEAVEL POINT North) lead up to Poole Town Quay. Outside of these there are
— — –0005 –0005 –0·1 –0·2 0·0 –0·1 extensive shoal or drying areas.
WAREHAM (River Frome) Middle Ship Chan is dredged to 7·5m depth and 105m width for
— — +0130 +0045 0·0 0·0 0·0 +0·3 ferries and commercial shipping to/from the Continental Freight
and Ferry Terminal. Vessels designated ‘controlled movements’
Daily predictions of the times and heights of HW/LW are for the have moving exclusion zones which must be avoided. Small craft
Standard Port of POOLE HARBOUR (near the Ro-Ro terminal). should use the Boat Channel which runs parallel to the main
Double HWs occur except at neaps. The height of the 2nd HW is channel between the PHM buoys and the unlit beacons further S
always about 1·8m; the height of the 1st HW varies from springs to which mark the edge of the bank. Depth is 2·0m in this channel,
neaps. The listed time of HW refers to the highest of the two. but 1·5m closer to the stakes. Caution: When large ferries pass, a
Strong and continuous winds from E to SW may raise sea levels temporary but significant reduction in depth may be experienced;
by as much as 0·2m; W to NE winds may lower levels by 0·1m. it is then prudent to keep close to the PHM buoys.
Barometric pressure can affect the tide by as much as 0·3m. At North Channel is no longer routinely dredged but remains usable for
Wareham the height of LW does not usually fall below 0·7m. leisure craft; the best water is on the outside of channel bends.
SHELTER An excellent natural harbour with a narrow entrance. Lulworth gunnery range. Prior to proceeding W all craft should
Accessible in all conditions, the entrance can become very rough, check for activity, as shown in the HM’s office and in the Updates
especially on the ebb in E/SE gales. Yachts may berth at the marinas to this Almanac.
listed under Facilities. The Town Quay, very exposed in strong E/SE
winds, is used by yachts >15m and by arrangement with the Boat LIGHTS AND MARKS See chartlet and 9.2.4 for main buoys,
Haven. At busy periods yachts may be rafted several deep or beacons and lights.
allocated a berth in the Port of Poole Marina. Good xs may be Poole Bridge traffic lights, shown from bridge tower:
found wherever sheltered from the wind and clear of channels, O (3 vert Fl) = Emergency stop. Do not proceed
moorings and shellfish beds, especially clear of the buoyed fairways O (3 vert) = Do not proceed past the signal
in South Deep and off Pottery Pier (W end of Brownsea Island) or
off Shipstal Point, about 1·3M west of Pottery Pier. All are within O + 3 O vert = Vessels may proceed with caution
a Quiet Area (see chartlet and speed limits). O (3 vert) = Vessels may proceed
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A SEA OF DISCOVERY AWAITS
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POOLE QUAY
BOAT HAVEN
PORT OF POOLE
MARINA
VHF Channel 80 call sign
“Poole Quay Boat Haven”
Poole Town Quay, Poole, Dorset BH15 1HJ
t: 01202 649488 | poolequayboathaven.co.uk
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H.W.Hts.m
0 1 2 3
M.H.W.N.
M.H.W.S.
0.9
0.8
0.7
CHART DATUM
0.6
Factor
0.5
0.4 POOLE HARBOUR

MEAN SPRING AND NEAP CURVES
0.3
Central S England
MEAN RANGES
0.2 Springs 1.6m
1.0m
M.L.W.N.
M.L.W.S.
Neaps 0.5m
0.1
0 1 2 H.W. -6h -5h -4h -3h -2h -1h L.W. +1h +2h +3h +4h +5h +6h +7h +8h H.W.
L.W.Hts.m
POOLE BRIDGES SUMMER SCHEDULE: Public Landing Places: Steps at Poole Quay. Public =: Baiter
Poole Bridge and the Twin Sails Bridge co-ordinate openings with Harbourside Park, car/trailer parking – machine payment.
scheduled times at which vessels are advised to be on station. Services A complete range of marine services is available; consult
The timings are biased to outbound traffic am, and inbound pm. marina/HM for exact locations. Fuel: Corrals (S side of Poole Quay
The second bridge will open asap after the first, which may open adjacent bridge) P.
again to release traffic left between the closed bridges. Daily:
Town All domestic facilities, z X (Bournemouth 12M and
Twin Sail: 0530, 0630, 0730, 0930, 1030, 1130, 1230, 1430. Southampton by direct rail link). Ferries:
Poole Br: ASAP thereafter. Cherbourg: 2-3/day; 4½hrs (HSS 2¼hrs); Brittany (www. brittany-
Poole Br: 1530,1630, 1830, 1930, 2130, 2230, 2330. ferries.co.uk);
Twin Sail: ASAP thereafter. St Malo/Jersey/Guernsey: 2/day HSS; 2¾–4½hrs; Condor (www.
+ Sat/Sun: Twin sail: 0830, 1330. Poole Br: 1730, 2030. condorferries.co.uk).
Pleasure craft may pass when bridges open for commercial traffic. YACHT CLUBS
Timings at www.phc.co.uk. Monitor Ch 12 for more information. Royal Motor YC e707227, ! Q T.
Parkstone YC e743610 (Parkstone Haven).
COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01202) E 665511 HM 440233.
Poole YC e672687.
Poole Hbr Control 440230, Poole Bridge 674115.
VHF Ch 14 16 (H24), Poole Bridge Ch12. Poole Quay Boat Haven, REGULATIONS
Cobbs Quay (call CQ Base) Ch 80; Salterns Marina Ch M 80; The following speed limits are strictly enforced:
Parkstone Haven, Poole YC Haven (Pike), Dorset Yacht Co Ch M.
• 10kn speed limit applies to the entire harbour.
FACILITIES Marinas from seaward (harbour dues are usually • 8kn speed limit applies within 200m of the beach from S Haven
included, but best to check): Pt NE’wards through E Looe Channel to Flag Head Chine.
Salterns Marina marina@salterns.co.uk e709971, max draught • 6kn speed limit applies from Stakes SCM past Poole Quay
2·5m, 300& fewu, £5·00/m, short stay £1/m, v P P(H24) i ä : and Poole Bridge up to Cobbs Quay in Holes Bay. It is also an
è T à g(5t) e(45t) F ! Y Q T. Appr from North Channel advisory speed limit within the S half of the harbour which is
near NC 7 SHM buoy, Fl G 3s. designated as a Quiet Area (see chartlet).
Parkstone YC Haven e743610 (Parkstone YC). Access from North • 4kn speed limit applies within the Poole Quay Boat Haven.
Channel near NC 11 SHM buoy, Fl G 3s. Approach chan, dredged
2·5m, is marked by PHM and SHM unlit buoys. Ldg daymarks 006°, Exemptions The 10kn speed limit does not apply:
both Y 2s. Some u berths, £4·00; dredged 2m. • From 1 Oct to 31 Mar to vessels in the North, Middle Ship and
Poole Quay Boat Haven b poolequayboathaven.co.uk e649488. Wareham Channels only.
max draught 3·0m, 100u £4·34 é £3/day; short stay <4hrs £6·50<10m, • To water-skiers within the water-ski area between Gold Pt and
£12·50<20m. ) v I : è. Office hrs 0700-2200 Apr-Sep. No 82 PHM buoy (Wareham Channel; see chartlet). Permits
Town Quay (£4·34) & Port of Poole Marina e660120 by must be obtained from the HM.
arrangement. • Personal Water Craft (PWC) operating in a designated area N
Lake Yard Marina www.lakeyard.com e674531. Ent marked by of Brownsea Island must not enter the Quiet Area in the S of
2FR (vert) and 2FG (vert). a £2·00/m, 56&+u if space, g(5t) e(50t) the harbour, nor linger in the harbour entrance. Permits must
Club: T; Water taxi, weekends Apr-Oct. be obtained from the HM.
Sunseeker International Marina e685335, 50& P ä : è e(30t) Sandbanks Chain Ferry has right of way over all vessels not
g(36t) F ! Q T. carrying a Pilot. It exhibits a B 4 above the control cabin when
Cobbs Quay Marina www.cobbsquaymarina.co.uk e674299, it is about to leave the slipway. A flashing white strobe light
850& u £4·25 < 12·5m, = v P P i LPG ä : è T à g(10t) is exhibited in the leading direction when the engines are
F Q T. engaged. In fog it sounds 1 long and 2 short blasts every 2 mins.
Swinging moorings in Poole Harbour, contact PHC through the When stationary at night it shows a FW lt; in fog it rings a bell
Boat Haven. for 5s every 60s.
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Poole Harbour
POOLE HARBOUR continued
Cobb's Quay
Marina
See separate chartlet
Rockley HAMWORTHY
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Tasman WH7
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WH8 Transit Q.Y QY
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Q.G 04 Russel Quay 31 Oyster Beds East
WH9 Wind Pump Gold Point Transit
Q.R Heath 02 Hutchins WH1
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WAREHAM Fl.R.4s
Swineham G R
50°41'·5N
SWINEHAM Point
4kn
WAREHAM, Dorset, 50°41´·03N 02°06´·56W. AC 5601, 2611.
Speed
G HW –0030 (Np), +0320 (Sp) on Dover. LWs do not fall below 0·7m
limit
except under very low river flow conditions. Shelter Very good.
R
G Access via narrow and winding chan and R Frome (min depth
G approx 0·1m), but well marked by buoys and posts, lit to N of
WAREHAM R Gigger’s Island; keep to the outside of all bends. Passage is unlit
Turners Bower
m e Point beyond Gigger’s Island. There is a water-ski area between Gold
Fro Cove
Pt on the N side of the Arne peninsula and WH11/WH12 buoys.
R.
Tr&FS
St Mary's Church Ridge
Wharf Beware prohib xs (salmon holes) marked on the chart. Max draught
Low bridge
Yacht Centre 1·2m to Wareham Quay. Enforced 4kn speed limit in river.
Facilities: Ridge Wharf Yacht Centre www.ridgewharf.co.uk
Pontoons
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POOLE BRIDGE OPENING TIMES

See separate chartlet The bridge opens daily in winter,
only if vessels are waiting, at the
following times:
POOLE 0530, 0630, 0730, 0930, 1030,
Holes Bay 1230, 1430, 1530, 1630, 1830,
1930, 2130 & 2345 (also at 1730
07
on Sat, Sun and Bank Holidays).
Pleasure craft may pass when
Sunseeker bridge is opened for commercial
Marina 09 traffic. Monitor Ch 12 for further
Parkstone PARKSTONE information
39 Poole
Quay Bay Parkstone
Harbourside Park 08 YC
Lifting Bridge
HM Ch 14
Central S England
Poole YC
2 2F.G(vert)
Ferry Baiter Pt
Terminal 44 07 05 Ldg Iso.Y+F.Y Blue
Lagoon
2FG Q(6)+LFI5s 03
(vert) Stakes
No29 02
Fl(3)10s Fl.G.5s Q(9)15s
Diver Q Fl.G.3s Fl.G.5s
Lts in line 270° Fl.G.5s 2FR
No25 NC13 NC11 (vert)
Salterns
Mid Marina
No36 Q.R dle
Q.R Ship
Fl.R.4s Fl.R.4s FI.R.2s 2FG(vert)
Fl.R.2s Fl.R.4s 03 BYB Fl.R.4s
Cha Fl.G.5s 12
Oyster Beds Boa nne NC7
t Ch l
ann Ma Fl.R.2s N Fl.G.3s
R 08 04 el Dep intain Salterns
th 7 ed h
or
Stakes ·5m C
t
Fl.R.2s Fl.G.5s
03 Fl.G.3s
ha
R
nn
Fl.R.4s 08 04 50°42'N
07 Q(3)10s
el
Aunt Betty
G
(4m)
G Wych No22
BYB Chan 12 Basket Boom
08 R ne l Q.R Q.G Fl.R.4s
R 27
G 09
R Fl(2)
Fl.R.4s
Fl.G.3s Whitley
Lake
BOAT CHANNEL Fl.R.4s
G 96
A Boat Chan for pleasure craft Jack Jones
43
Pottery Fl.R.2s
Up and FVs up to 1.5m draft lies NC1
pe Pier VQ.R
rW SW of the Middle Ship Channel Fl.G.3s 09
No16
yc YB
h Q(6)+ Bell
Ch Brownsea Buoy 2F.G(vert)
R Castle LFI
No15 28
R
Island (conspic)
YBY R 78 RMYC
Q(3)10s North
R Blood Brownsea Q(9) Haven Point Fl.G.3s 45
1 Alle 15s SANDBANKS Fl.G.5s
R y Lak WRG Fl.R.2s EL1 East Looe Channel
07 R e 2F.R(vert)
Q
2F.G(vert)
R Brownsea
Stone Limit 10kts Fl.R.4s
R Island
Island No13 22 EL2
14 Fl.R.2s
123 44 1 41'
Furzey Island (No Lit Bns 12 Fl.G.5s
BY No1 34
Ferryin
further W)
10kn Speed Limit
R 11 Q.R No9 0
Cha
Fl.G.5s Fl.G.5s No2

G 3 Obstn
2F.R(vert) Q(9)15s
p
18 Fl.R.4s Swash
ee
07 No5 Fl.R.5s
No4
D
Green Fl.G No10

Island G
13 04 46
uth South
S
G R o No6 East Hook

w
12 18 S Fl.R.5s 11 Haven Shell

a
R Point Wk (06)
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Bay
Ho
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h
or 03
th t Fl.G.3s
ok
Fl.R.2s
G 31 oa oin 17 No8 No7
G P Avoid oyster
Sa
beds in
R
nd
South Deep 24
C
Cleavel Anchor clear of BOAT CHANNEL

h
buoyed fairway 17 A Boat Chan for pleasure craft

a
Pt. 12 Obstn
n
in South Deep and FVs up to 3m draft lies on

n
Brands Bay Fl.G.5s

e
the SW side of the Swash Chan

l
No5
15 Fl.R.4s 34
No6
Tr
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11 40'
ing
2
Bo
Ba
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Historic wrecks
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Ma nel
12 see note
han
2F.R
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(vert) No3
ine
Fl.G.3s
08 G
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No.4 Y
pth
Milkmaid Fl.R.2s Fl(Y)5s

Bank
7·5
The Little Bar Sand Protected

Wreck
m
HISTORIC WRECKS Sea

VICINITY S HOOK 03
Seasonal 38
These sites are protected from
unauthorised interference. Y
Bar
See Admiralty Annual Notice 21 Studland Buoy
to Mariners No 16 Bay Q.G No1
59' 01°58'W 57' 56'
Fl.R.2s No2
205
Poole Harbour
HEIGHTS OF TIDE AT POOLE (TOWN QUAY) GI: Tidal curves:

The four curves below are an alternative to those shown on neaps and by double HWs at springs. The times of the two HWs
page 201. Although their accuracy should be regarded as cannot therefore be readily predicted with great accuracy.
approximate, they enable a speedy estimate to be made of Procedure:
the Height of Tide at hourly intervals after the time of LW at Poole • Extract time and height of the preceding LW from the Poole
Town Quay. The curves are drawn for LW heights above CD of: Harbour tide tables {.
0·3m, 0·6m (MLWS), 0·9m and 1·2m (MLWN). The small range of • Using the curve whose LW height is closest to the predicted
tide (neaps 0·4m; springs 1·5m) is immediately apparent, as is the height, note the time of LW and enter the curve at the number
HW stand at neaps and the double HWs at springs. of hours after LW for the time required.
Note: All references are to LW because at Poole the times and • Extract the estimated height of tide (above CD).
heights of LW are more sharply defined than those of HW. HW • For a more exact estimate, interpolate between the curves if
times and heights are complicated by a stand of tide at HW at appropriate.
HOURS AFTER LAST LW

L.W. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
2.0m
1.5m
Height of LW 1.2m
(MLWN) 1.0m
0.5m
CHART DATUM
2.0m
1.5m
1.0m
Height of LW 0.9m
0.5m
CHART DATUM
2.5m
2.0m
1.5m
1.0m
Height of LW 0.6m
MLWS 0.5m
CHART DATUM
2.5m
2.0m
1.5m
1.0m
0.5m
Height of LW 0.3m
CHART DATUM
206
N
Pile Obstn
s
Piles 13
F 09
E BYB 5
Cobb's Quay 08
Marina D
12 Fl.R.4s
C Fl.G.5s R
05 G 1
B
03
11 A
Unlit lateral bns 04
R mark channel
12 18
09 Fl.R.4s White
R Building
6·3 11 H o l e s B a y
5·4 02 29
3·8
2·6 Fl.R.4sR
2
Central S England
2
25
0 500
metres
50°43'·0N 25 Sunseeker cables
Marina 0 2
s
ng
POOLE BRIDGE OPENING TIMES
ori
The bridge opens daily in winter, Poole Quay Boat Haven
Mo
only if vessels are waiting, at the 45
following times:
(17) 34
0530, 0630, 0730, 0930, 1030, Twin Sails
26
1230, 1430, 1530, 1630, 1830, Bridge
A B C D
1930, 2130 & 2345 (also at 1730
54
on Sat, Sun and Bank Holidays). 39
Pleasure craft may pass when Breakwater
bridge is opened for commercial
traffic. Monitor Ch 12 for further Poole Bridge
information 1·8 closed See inset above
Town Quay
35 34
52
Lower Hamworthy 58
Sunseeker
Shipyard 6·0m
Ballast
Hamworthy Park Quay
Poole YC Port Control
02 Small
5·0m
44 Craft
Q.G Moorings
New Quay Oyster Bank
G
Port of Poole Marina
Little
02
02
M Continental
25 08
Cha
42'·5 ferry terminal 01

Fl.G.10s
Six lts 2F.G(vert) 32 G
29
nnel
Q(6)+LFl.15s
01 01 01 57 Stakes
Fl(3)10s
Fl.G.5s 02 RoRo 3 RoRo 2 No 29 08
02 46 No 1 South Quay
YB
Turning Basin 270·5°
Q.Y 3 3
05 East 15
Transit Y Maintained depth 7·5m
55 Fl.R.4s
24 38
19
R No 30 Q.R
26 Fl.R.2s Q.R No 28 R
Fl.R.4s 05
R No 32
21 R No 36 R No 34 06 13
Small boat channel 05
06 R
2°00'W 1°59'
BYB
SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
• Proceed slowly in the vicinity of Town Quay, marinas and
• Check LNTMs (www.phc.co.uk) to keep abreast of changes. moorings to minimise wash that can damage moored craft.
• Look out for large ferries/commercial ships which are limited • Anticipate sailing craft manoeuvres, give them room to tack.
in manoeuvrability and speed. Stay out of exclusion zones. • Poole Harbour Guide is available from the Harbour Master
Keep well clear and make your intentions obvious. and at www.phc.co.uk. Areas are designated for personal
• Use designated small boat channels whenever possible. watercraft, waterskiing, wind and kite surfing. ‘Quiet Zones’
• Be alert in the harbour entrance where the stream runs hard; exclude PWC and have speed limits of 6kn.
it is a particularly hazardous area with great potential for an • Before sailing check the tidal situation and comply with
accident – the chain ferry has right of way. passage planning requirements.
• Keep to the speed limits and be particularly aware of the • Bird sensitive areas exist in most bays and lakes in the
wash you are creating. This can cause injury to swimmers and harbour. Virtually all intertidal mud areas are nominated
other boaters or damage to other craft and property. Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).
207
Note – Sea level is above mean tide level from
Poole Harbour tides 2hrs after LW to 2hrs before the next LW. HW
occurs between 5hrs after LW and 3hrs before
the next LW, the time shown is approximate and
should be checked for suitability.
GI: Tide tables:

STANDARD TIME (UT) POOLE HARBOUR LAT 50°43’N LONG 1°59’W Dates in red are SPRINGS
For Summer Time add ONE HEIGHTS OF HIGH WATER AND TIMES AND HEIGHTS OF LOW WATERS
YEAR 2023

1 0805 2.0
1149 1.2
SU 1509 1.6
16 0114
1044
M 1331
1.6
1.2
1.7
1 0049
0933
W 1326
1.2
1.9
1.1
16 0618 1.8
1231 1.0
TH 1901 1.7
1 0114 1.5
1158 1.3
W 2045 1.8
16 0057
1040
TH 1930
1.6
1.1
1.8
1 0117
0711
SA 1333
1.3
1.6
1.1
16 0047
0618
SU 1311
1.1
1.8
0.8
2312 1.0 1944 1.7 2331 1.3 1951 1.8 1918 1.9
2 0011
0908
M 1249
1.0
2.0
1.1
17 0819 1.9
1151 1.1
TU 1542 1.6
2 0150
0527
TH 1421
1.2
1.7
1.0
17 0103
0655
F 1343
1.0
1.9
0.8
2 0040
0726
TH 1311
1.4
1.7
1.2
17 0609 1.7
1219 1.0
F 2007 1.8
2 0201
0721
SU 1417
1.2
1.6
0.9
17 0144
0705
M 1404
0.9
1.9
0.6
1612 1.6 2021 1.7 1941 1.8 2201 1.8 2005 1.8 1949 2.0
3 0109
0719
TU 1344
1.0
1.8
1.0
18 0017
0628
W 1256
1.0
1.8
1.0
3 0241
0613
F 1507
1.1
1.8
0.9
18 0211
0743
SA 1443
0.9
2.0
0.6
3 0141
0749
F 1403
1.3
1.7
1.0
18 0100
0644
SA 1333
1.1
1.8
0.8
3 0241
0648
M 1456
1.0
1.7
0.8
18 0233
0749
TU 1451
0.7
2.1
0.4
1721 1.6 1848 1.7 2053 1.7 2024 2.0 2018 1.7 1941 1.9 2002 1.9 2022 2.1
4 0202
0748
W 1434
1.0
1.9
0.9
19 0120
0703
TH 1357
0.9
1.9
0.8
4 0326
0706
SA 1549
1.0
1.9
0.8
19 0308
0829
SU 1534
0.7
2.2
0.4
4 0227
0608
SA 1448
1.2
1.7
0.9
19 0204
0730
SU 1429
0.9
2.0
0.6
4 0317
0742
TU 1531
0.9
1.9
0.7
19 0318
0829
W 1535
0.6
2.2
0.3
2005 1.8 1936 1.8 2109 1.8 2104 2.1 2041 1.7 2012 2.0 2023 2.0 2054 2.2
5 0251
0639
TH 1519
1.0
1.9
0.8
20 0220
0748
F 1453
0.8
2.1
0.6
5 0406 0.9
0818 2.0
SU 1626 0.7
20 0358 0.5
0912 2.3
M 1621 0.2
5 0309
0656
SU 1527
1.0
1.8
0.7
20 0255
0813
M 1516
0.7
2.1
0.3
5 0350
0828
W 1603
0.8
2.0
0.5
20 0400 0.4
0906 2.3
TH 1617 0.3
2034 1.8 2025 2.0 9 2121 1.9 4 2143 2.2 2051 1.8 2047 2.1 2056 2.1 4 2126 2.3
6 0336 1.0
0730 2.0
F 1602 0.8
21 0316 0.7
0837 2.2
SA 1546 0.4
6 0442
0912
M 1659
0.9
2.1
0.6
21 0443
0953
TU 1704
0.4
2.4
0.1
6 0347
0807
M 1603
0.9
1.9
0.6
21 0341 0.5
0853 2.3
TU 1600 0.2
6 0421
0908
TH 1635
0.6
2.2
0.5
21 0440
0942
F 1656
0.4
2.3
0.4
9 2054 1.9 4 2112 2.1 2153 2.0 2221 2.3 2058 1.9 4 2122 2.3 9 2131 2.2 2157 2.3
7 0418
0828
SA 1641
1.0
2.1
0.7
22 0408
0924
SU 1634
0.6
2.3
0.3
7 0514
0955
TU 1729
0.8
2.1
0.6
22 0526
1031
W 1746
0.4
2.5
0.1
7 0420 0.8
0854 2.0
TU 1635 0.5
22 0424
0931
W 1642
0.4
2.4
0.1
7 0452
0946
F 1706
0.6
2.2
0.5
22 0519
1016
SA 1735
0.5
2.2
0.6
2128 1.9 2156 2.2 2230 2.0 2256 2.3 9 2127 2.1 2155 2.3 2206 2.2 2226 2.2
8 0456
0921
SU 1715
1.0
2.1
0.7
23 0457
1008
M 1721
0.5
2.4
0.2
8 0545
1032
W 1800
0.8
2.1
0.5
23 0609
1106
TH 1827
0.4
2.4
0.2
8 0450
0934
W 1704
0.7
2.1
0.5
23 0504
1007
TH 1721
0.3
2.4
0.2
8 0524
1022
SA 1739
0.5
2.2
0.5
23 0557
1049
SU 1814
0.6
2.1
0.8
2210 1.9 2239 2.2 2306 2.0 2330 2.1 2202 2.1 2228 2.3 2240 2.2 2250 2.1
9 0531
1006
M 1748
1.0
2.1
0.7
24 0544
1049
TU 1806
0.5
2.4
0.2
9 0617
1104
TH 1832
0.8
2.0
0.6
24 0651
1138
F 1908
0.5
2.2
0.4
9 0520
1011
TH 1734
0.6
2.2
0.5
24 0544
1042
F 1800
0.4
2.3
0.3
9 0558
1057
SU 1813
0.5
2.1
0.6
24 0636
1120
M 1853
0.7
1.9
1.0
2253 1.9 2319 2.2 2341 1.9 2359 2.0 2237 2.1 2259 2.2 2312 2.1 2236 1.9
10 0604
1043
TU 1821
1.0
2.0
0.7
25 0631
1127
W 1852
0.6
2.3
0.3
10 0651
1114
F 1907
0.8
1.9
0.6
25 0733 0.7
1202 2.0
SA 1950 0.7
10 0551
1045
F 1806
0.6
2.2
0.5
25 0623
1113
SA 1839
0.5
2.2
0.6
10 0633
1132
M 1851
0.6
2.0
0.8
25 0715
1059
TU 1935
0.9
1.7
1.2
2336 1.8 2358 2.1 2359 1.8 2310 2.1 2324 2.0 2222 2.0 2249 1.8
11 0640
1027
W 1856
1.0
1.9
0.7
26 0718 0.7
1202 2.2
TH 1937 0.4
11 0728
1039
SA 1946
0.8
1.9
0.7
26 0009
0817
SU 1159
1.8
0.9
1.8
11 0623
1115
SA 1838
0.6
2.1
0.5
26 0702
1138
SU 1919
0.7
2.0
0.8
11 0712
1038
TU 1934
0.7
1.9
1.0
26 0757
1118
W 2023
1.0
1.6
1.4
2359 1.7 2253 1.7 2035 1.0 2339 1.9 2314 1.9 2253 1.9 2322 1.7
12 0718
1039
TH 1936
1.0
1.9
0.8
27 0033
0806
F 1227
1.9
0.8
2.0
12 0808
1109
SU 2029
0.9
1.9
0.8
27 0000
0907
M 1218
1.7
1.1
1.6
12 0657
1025
SU 1915
0.7
1.9
0.7
27 0742
1124
M 2000
0.9
1.8
1.1
12 0758
1121
W 2026
0.9
1.7
1.2
27 0845 1.2
1158 1.5
TH 2124 1.5
2304 1.7 2025 0.7 2331 1.7 5 2127 1.2 2230 1.9 2317 1.8 2344 1.8 5
13 0759
1102
F 2019
1.1
1.8
0.8
28 0101
0858
SA 1240
1.7
1.0
1.8
13 0856 1.0
1153 1.8
M 2121 0.9
28 0027
1015
TU 1257
1.6
1.3
1.5
13 0735
1047
M 1956
0.8
1.9
0.8
28 0825
1141
TU 2047
1.1
1.6
1.3
13 0857
1235
TH 2148
1.0
1.6
1.3
28 0005
0947
F 1810
1.6
1.2
1.9
2324 1.6 5 2118 0.9 8 2302 1.4 2305 1.8 2346 1.7 8 2334 1.5
14 0846 1.1
1138 1.8
SA 2108 0.9
29 0118
0958
SU 1313
1.6
1.1
1.7
14 0021
0956
TU 1247
1.7
1.1
1.7
14 0819
1129
TU 2044
0.9
1.8
1.0
29 0917 1.2
1219 1.5
W 2155 1.5
14 0252
1036
F 1912
1.7
1.1
1.9
29 0605 1.6
1147 1.2
SA 1913 1.8
2222 1.1 2228 1.1 2353 1.8 5 2334 1.3
15 0007
0941
SU 1226
1.6
1.1
1.7
30 0202
1110
M 1411
1.6
1.2
1.5
15 0133
1112
W 1545
1.6
1.1
1.6
15 0914 1.0
1222 1.6
W 2149 1.2
30 0026 1.6
1122 1.3
TH 1840 1.8
15 0535
1205
SA 2004
1.8
1.0
1.9
30 0035
0624
SU 1247
1.4
1.6
1.1
8 2207 1.0 2338 1.2 2346 1.1 8 1932 1.8
31 0311 1.5
1223 1.2
TU 1530 1.5
31 0021
0637
F 1241
1.5
1.7
1.2
1926 1.8
Chart Datum: 1·40 metres below Ordnance Datum (Newlyn). HAT is 2·6 metres above Chart Datum.

2hrs after LW to 2hrs before the next LW. HW AREA 2 – Central S England
HEIGHTS OF HIGH WATER AND TIMES AND HEIGHTS OF LOW WATERS
YEAR 2023

1 0121
0558
M 1333
1.3
1.6
1.0
16 0114
0639
TU 1333
1.0
1.9
0.7
1 0146
0649
TH 1402
1.0
1.8
0.9
16 0227
0752
F 1445
0.9
1.9
0.9
1 0154
0558
SA 1415
0.9
1.8
0.9
16 0300
0834
SU 1520
0.9
1.8
1.1
1 0322
0853
TU 1546
0.6
2.1
0.8
16 0412
0921
W 1631
0.7
2.0
1.0
1906 1.8 1923 2.0 1914 2.0 2008 2.0 1917 2.1 2022 2.0 9 2100 2.4 4 2054 2.2
2 0200
0631
TU 1412
1.1
1.7
0.9
17 0205
0725
W 1423
0.8
2.0
0.6
2 0230
0732
F 1447
0.9
1.9
0.8
17 0314
0829
SA 1532
0.8
1.9
0.9
2 0246
0805
SU 1507
0.8
2.0
0.8
17 0347 0.8
0906 1.9
M 1606 1.0
2 0412
0938
W 1636
0.4
2.2
0.6
17 0448
0941
TH 1705
0.6
2.1
0.9
1918 1.9 1956 2.1 1946 2.1 2029 2.1 2011 2.2 4 2026 2.1 2145 2.5 2138 2.2
3 0236 1.0
18 0251 0.7
3 0314 0.7
18 0359 0.7
3 0336 0.6
18 0429 0.7
3 0459 0.2
18 0519 0.6
Central S England
0715 1.9 0805 2.1 0817 2.1 0903 2.0 0855 2.1 0932 2.0 1019 2.3 1013 2.1
W 1449 0.8 TH 1508 0.6 SA 1531 0.7 SU 1617 0.9 M 1558 0.7 TU 1648 1.0 TH 1723 0.6 F 1735 0.9
1947 2.1 2027 2.2 2026 2.2 4 2052 2.1 9 2103 2.3 2113 2.1 2227 2.5 2217 2.2
4 0312
0759
TH 1526
0.8
2.0
0.6
19 0335 0.6
0842 2.1
F 1552 0.6
4 0357 0.6
0902 2.1
SU 1615 0.7
19 0441
0937
M 1659
0.7
2.0
1.0
4 0425
0944
TU 1647
0.5
2.2
0.7
19 0507
1003
W 1726
0.7
2.0
1.0
4 0545
1059
F 1809
0.2
2.3
0.6
19 0548
1048
SA 1804
0.6
2.1
0.9
2021 2.2 4 2055 2.2 9 2111 2.3 2130 2.2 2153 2.4 2158 2.2 2307 2.5 2252 2.2
5 0347 0.7
0841 2.1
F 1602 0.6
20 0417
0918
SA 1633
0.6
2.1
0.7
5 0439
0948
M 1659
0.5
2.2
0.7
20 0521
1016
TU 1739
0.7
2.0
1.1
5 0513
1030
W 1737
0.4
2.2
0.7
20 0542
1040
TH 1800
0.7
2.0
1.0
5 0629
1137
SA 1855
0.3
2.3
0.7
20 0616
1122
SU 1834
0.6
2.1
0.9
9 2058 2.3 2124 2.2 2156 2.3 2210 2.1 2238 2.4 2238 2.1 2345 2.4 2318 2.1
6 0423
0921
SA 1639
0.6
2.2
0.6
21 0457
0953
SU 1713
0.6
2.1
0.8
6 0523
1034
TU 1745
0.5
2.2
0.8
21 0559
1058
W 1818
0.8
1.9
1.1
6 0601
1114
TH 1827
0.4
2.2
0.8
21 0614
1118
F 1832
0.7
2.0
1.0
6 0714
1213
SU 1941
0.4
2.1
0.8
21 0648
1149
M 1909
0.7
2.0
0.9
2134 2.3 2155 2.2 2242 2.3 2247 2.0 2322 2.4 2312 2.0 2246 2.0
7 0459
1001
SU 1716
0.5
2.2
0.6
22 0536
1030
M 1753
0.7
2.0
1.0
7 0610
1121
W 1835
0.6
2.1
0.9
22 0635
1146
TH 1857
0.8
1.9
1.2
7 0649 0.4
1157 2.1
F 1918 0.8
22 0646
1157
SA 1906
0.7
1.9
1.0
7 0018
0800
M 1243
2.2
0.6
2.0
22 0724
1102
TU 1947
0.8
1.9
1.0
2212 2.3 2224 2.1 2328 2.2 2229 1.9 2252 1.9 2032 1.0 2251 1.9
8 0537
1042
M 1755
0.5
2.2
0.7
23 0615
1109
TU 1834
0.8
1.9
1.1
8 0700 0.6
1210 2.0
TH 1931 1.0
23 0712
1246
F 1937
0.9
1.8
1.2
8 0002
0739
SA 1238
2.3
0.5
2.0
23 0721
1231
SU 1945
0.8
1.8
1.1
8 0043
0850
TU 1302
2.0
0.9
1.8
23 0804
1113
W 2032
0.9
1.9
1.1
2250 2.2 2218 2.0 2252 1.9 2011 0.9 2304 1.9 8 2129 1.1 2328 1.9
9 0617
1124
TU 1839
0.6
2.0
0.9
24 0654
1200
W 1916
0.9
1.8
1.3
9 0013
0755
F 1301
2.1
0.7
1.9
24 0752
1127
SA 2020
0.9
1.7
1.2
9 0040
0831
SU 1318
2.1
0.6
1.9
24 0800
1134
M 2028
0.8
1.8
1.1
9 0106
0949
W 1332
1.8
1.1
1.7
24 0852 1.0
1155 1.8
TH 2128 1.2
2327 2.1 2233 1.9 2033 1.1 2326 1.8 2107 1.0 2330 1.8 2238 1.2 5
10 0702 0.7
1213 1.9
W 1929 1.1
25 0735
1105
TH 2003
1.0
1.7
1.4
10 0100
0855
SA 1356
2.0
0.8
1.8
25 0836 1.0
1202 1.6
SU 2108 1.3
10 0114
0926
M 1354
2.0
0.8
1.8
25 0845 0.9
1200 1.7
TU 2117 1.2
10 0152
1103
TH 1432
1.7
1.3
1.7
25 0017
0954
F 1252
1.8
1.2
1.8
2306 1.8 8 2138 1.1 8 2207 1.1 5 2351 1.2 2241 1.2
11 0007
0756
TH 1315
2.0
0.9
1.8
26 0820
1141
F 2054
1.1
1.6
1.4
11 0147
0959
SU 1906
1.9
0.8
2.1
26 0006
0926
M 1250
1.7
1.0
1.6
11 0148
1028
TU 1431
1.8
0.9
1.7
26 0008
0938
W 1245
1.8
1.0
1.7
11 0303
1219
F 1554
1.6
1.3
1.7
26 0125
1110
SA 1800
1.6
1.3
1.8
2035 1.2 2347 1.7 2242 1.1 5 2202 1.3 2311 1.2 2215 1.2 2358 1.2
12 0112
0905
F 1816
1.9
1.0
2.0
27 0910 1.1
1230 1.5
SA 2152 1.4
12 0235
1103
M 2001
1.8
0.9
2.1
27 0056
1022
TU 1410
1.7
1.1
1.6
12 0236 1.7
1133 1.1
W 1522 1.7
27 0102
1039
TH 1401
1.7
1.1
1.7
12 0059
0956
SA 1327
1.2
1.9
1.3
27 0842 1.8
1229 1.2
SU 1827 1.9
8 2158 1.3 5 2344 1.1 2300 1.2 2319 1.2 1938 1.9
13 0222
1026
SA 1916
1.8
1.0
2.0
28 0036
1008
SU 1907
1.6
1.1
1.9
13 0327 1.8
1205 0.9
TU 2100 2.0
28 0200 1.7
1122 1.1
W 1812 1.8
13 0013
0336
TH 1236
1.1
1.7
1.1
28 0217 1.7
1143 1.1
F 1609 1.8
13 0158
0806
SU 1423
1.1
1.8
1.2
28 0112
0721
M 1342
1.0
1.8
1.1
2314 1.2 2258 1.4 2128 2.0 2005 1.9 1912 2.1
14 0324 1.8
1137 0.9
SU 2020 2.0
29 0140 1.6
1113 1.1
M 2017 1.9
14 0042
0423
W 1302
1.0
1.8
0.9
29 0000
0324
TH 1222
1.2
1.7
1.0
14 0114
0442
F 1336
1.1
1.6
1.1
29 0023
0420
SA 1248
1.1
1.7
1.1
14 0248
0839
M 1510
0.9
1.8
1.1
29 0216
0803
TU 1443
0.8
2.0
0.9
1905 1.9 1824 1.9 1935 1.9 1835 1.9 1854 1.9 2002 2.2
15 0018
0548
M 1239
1.1
1.8
0.8
30 0004
0312
TU 1218
1.3
1.6
1.1
15 0137
0710
TH 1356
1.0
1.8
0.9
30 0059
0445
F 1320
1.1
1.8
1.0
15 0209
0755
SA 1431
1.0
1.8
1.1
30 0127
0713
SU 1352
1.0
1.8
1.0
15 0332
0906
TU 1553
0.8
1.9
1.0
30 0309
0844
W 1534
0.5
2.2
0.7
1852 1.9 1828 1.8 1938 2.0 1848 2.0 2005 1.9 1916 2.0 2004 2.0 2048 2.4
31 0059
0442
W 1314
1.2
1.7
1.0
31 0227
0805
M 1452
0.8
1.9
0.9
31 0357 0.3
0923 2.3
TH 1620 0.5
1847 1.9 2009 2.2 9 2129 2.6

Poole tides – Keyhaven 2hrs after LW to 2hrs before the next LW. HW
HEIGHTS OF HIGH WATER AND TIMES AND HEIGHTS OF LOW WATERS
YEAR 2023

1 0440
1001
F 1703
0.1
2.4
0.4
16 0450
0941
SA 1705
0.6
2.2
0.8
1 0457
1010
SU 1720
0.2
2.5
0.4
16 0447
0941
M 1704
0.6
2.3
0.7
1 0553
1041
W 1816
0.8
2.2
0.8
16 0532
1018
TH 1754
0.8
2.2
0.7
1 0618
1037
F 1840
1.1
2.0
0.9
16 0609
1101
SA 1833
0.9
2.2
0.6
2209 2.6 2151 2.3 2223 2.5 2200 2.3 2313 2.0 2300 2.1 2349 1.8 2347 2.0
2 0522
1037
SA 1746
0.1
2.4
0.5
17 0518
1016
SU 1733
0.6
2.3
0.8
2 0537
1043
M 1800
0.3
2.4
0.6
17 0518
1014
TU 1736
0.7
2.3
0.7
2 0635
1046
TH 1859
1.0
2.0
0.9
17 0613
1055
F 1836
0.9
2.1
0.8
2 0702
1029
SA 1922
1.2
1.9
1.0
17 0659 1.0
1149 2.1
SU 1923 0.7
2247 2.6 2226 2.3 2259 2.4 2235 2.2 2353 1.8 2350 1.9
3 0604
1112
SU 1828
0.2
2.4
0.6
18 0546
1049
M 1803
0.6
2.2
0.8
3 0617
1113
TU 1841
0.6
2.2
0.7
18 0551
1044
W 1809
0.7
2.2
0.8
3 0720
1046
F 1945
1.3
1.9
1.1
18 0659 1.1
1132 2.0
SA 1925 0.9
3 0441
0749
SU 1054
2.0
1.3
1.8
18 0037
0754
M 1235
1.9
1.1
2.0
2323 2.4 2258 2.2 2332 2.1 2308 2.1 2315 1.7 2007 1.1 2019 0.7
4 0645
1144
M 1910
0.4
2.2
0.7
19 0617
1117
TU 1835
0.7
2.1
0.8
4 0659
1128
W 1924
0.9
2.0
1.0
19 0626
1104
TH 1846
0.9
2.1
0.9
4 0813
1115
SA 2041
1.4
1.8
1.2
19 0052
0756
SU 1240
1.8
1.2
1.9
4 0000
0838
M 1132
1.6
1.4
1.8
19 0131 1.8
0855 1.1
TU 1323 1.9
2354 2.2 2318 2.0 2353 1.9 2203 1.9 2350 1.6 2027 1.0 2055 1.1 5 2120 0.8
5 0728 0.7
1208 2.0
TU 1956 1.0
20 0650
1023
W 1911
0.8
2.0
0.9
5 0743
1121
TH 2013
1.2
1.9
1.2
20 0706
1023
F 1929
1.0
2.0
1.0
5 0935 1.5
1156 1.7
SU 2214 1.3
20 0547 2.0
0912 1.3
M 1353 1.9
5 0012
0933
TU 1216
1.5
1.4
1.7
20 0633
1002
W 1413
2.0
1.2
1.9
2220 2.0 2343 1.7 2243 1.8 8 5 2147 1.0 8 2150 1.2 2227 0.9
6 0014 2.0
0814 1.0
W 1209 1.9
21 0728
1040
TH 1953
0.9
2.0
1.0
6 0836 1.4
1145 1.8
F 2123 1.3
21 0753
1108
SA 2024
1.2
1.9
1.1
6 0053
1112
M 1732
1.5
1.5
1.8
21 0644
1036
TU 1500
2.0
1.3
1.8
6 0637
1041
W 1313
1.9
1.4
1.6
21 0726
1109
TH 1506
2.0
1.2
1.8
8 2050 1.2 2257 1.9 8 2338 1.7 2334 1.2 2304 1.0 2257 1.2 2333 0.9
7 0024
0910
TH 1232
1.8
1.3
1.7
22 0813 1.1
1122 1.9
F 2044 1.2
7 0018
1025
SA 1226
1.6
1.6
1.7
22 0858 1.4
1218 1.8
SU 2158 1.2
7 0617 1.9
1213 1.4
TU 1801 1.7
22 0746 2.0
1145 1.2
W 1725 1.9
7 0736
1155
TH 1439
1.9
1.4
1.6
22 0823 2.0
1212 1.1
F 1610 1.7
2204 1.3 5 2347 1.7 2310 1.3 5
8 0104
1041
F 1323
1.6
1.5
1.6
23 0910 1.3
1219 1.8
SA 2207 1.2
8 0801 1.9
1153 1.5
SU 1800 1.8
23 0641
1056
M 1717
1.9
1.4
1.9
8 0029
0644
W 1301
1.1
1.9
1.3
23 0007
0630
TH 1244
0.8
2.0
1.1
8 0004
0906
F 1246
1.1
1.9
1.3
23 0033
0650
SA 1310
0.9
1.9
1.0
2335 1.3 2333 1.1 1808 1.7 1815 1.9 1814 1.7 1852 1.8
9 0822 1.9
1212 1.5
SA 1845 1.9
24 0102
1052
SU 1749
1.6
1.4
1.9
9 0017
0639
M 1251
1.2
1.9
1.4
24 0739 1.9
1215 1.3
TU 1751 1.9
9 0116
0656
TH 1343
1.1
1.9
1.2
24 0104
0700
F 1336
0.7
2.0
0.9
9 0057
0641
SA 1330
1.1
1.9
1.1
24 0129
0724
SU 1403
0.9
2.0
0.9
2346 1.2 1831 1.8 1824 1.8 1901 2.0 1842 1.8 1936 1.9
10 0045
0940
SU 1317
1.2
2.0
1.4
25 0749 1.9
1227 1.3
M 1814 1.9
10 0110
0711
TU 1339
1.1
1.9
1.3
25 0040
0650
W 1314
0.9
2.0
1.1
10 0156
0703
F 1421
1.0
2.0
1.0
25 0154
0736
SA 1425
0.6
2.1
0.8
10 0143
0701
SU 1413
1.0
2.0
1.0
25 0221
0758
M 1452
0.8
2.0
0.8
1911 1.8 1851 1.8 1836 2.0 1858 1.9 1945 2.1 1916 1.9 2017 1.9
11 0140
0748
M 1407
1.1
1.8
1.3
26 0102
0714
TU 1335
1.0
1.9
1.1
11 0155
0736
W 1421
1.0
1.9
1.1
26 0134
0722
TH 1404
0.7
2.1
0.9
11 0232
0725
SA 1455
0.9
2.1
0.9
26 0241
0811
SU 1510
0.6
2.2
0.6
11 0227
0717
M 1455
0.9
2.1
0.8
26 0310
0830
TU 1539
0.8
2.1
0.7
1940 1.8 1858 2.1 1836 1.9 1921 2.2 1937 2.0 2025 2.2 1954 2.0 2055 2.0
12 0226
0817
TU 1450
0.9
1.8
1.1
27 0200
0747
W 1428
0.7
2.0
0.9
12 0236
0744
TH 1459
0.8
2.0
1.0
27 0223
0758
F 1450
0.5
2.2
0.7
12 0307
0755
SU 1529
0.8
2.2
0.8
27 0327
0843
M 1554
0.6
2.2
0.6
12 0311
0741
TU 1537
0.8
2.2
0.7
27 0357
0858
W 1623
0.9
2.1
0.6
1846 1.9 1944 2.2 1917 2.0 2004 2.3 2017 2.1 9 2103 2.2 4 2038 2.1 9 2131 2.0
13 0308
0837
W 1530
0.8
1.9
1.0
28 0249
0824
TH 1515
0.5
2.2
0.7
13 0314
0758
F 1534
0.7
2.1
0.9
28 0308
0833
SA 1534
0.4
2.3
0.5
13 0342
0829
M 1604
0.7
2.3
0.7
28 0410
0915
TU 1636
0.7
2.3
0.6
13 0354
0831
W 1619
0.7
2.2
0.6
28 0441
0928
TH 1705
0.9
2.1
0.6
1940 2.0 2028 2.4 2002 2.1 9 2044 2.4 4 2057 2.2 2141 2.2 2124 2.1 2207 2.0
14 0347
0844
TH 1606
0.7
2.0
0.9
29 0334
0900
F 1559
0.3
2.4
0.5
14 0347
0831
SA 1605
0.7
2.2
0.8
29 0351
0908
SU 1615
0.4
2.4
0.5
14 0418
0904
TU 1639
0.7
2.3
0.6
29 0453
0946
W 1717
0.8
2.2
0.6
14 0437
0924
TH 1702
0.7
2.3
0.6
29 0523
1003
F 1745
0.9
2.1
0.7
2029 2.2 9 2108 2.5 4 2044 2.2 2123 2.4 2136 2.2 2219 2.1 2211 2.1 2246 2.0
15 0421
0907
F 1638
0.6
2.2
0.8
30 0416
0936
SA 1639
0.2
2.4
0.4
15 0417
0906
SU 1634
0.6
2.3
0.7
30 0431
0941
M 1655
0.4
2.4
0.5
15 0454
0942
W 1715
0.7
2.3
0.6
30 0535
1017
TH 1758
0.9
2.2
0.7
15 0522
1014
F 1746
0.8
2.3
0.6
30 0604
1040
SA 1823
1.0
2.1
0.7
4 2112 2.3 2147 2.6 2123 2.3 2200 2.4 2217 2.2 2300 2.0 2258 2.1 2328 1.9
31 0512
1013
TU 1735
0.6
2.3
0.6
31 0642 1.1
1113 2.0
SU 1858 0.8
2237 2.2

9.2.9 CHRISTCHURCH 9.2.10 KEYHAVEN

Dorset 50°43’·53N 01°44’·33W 122333 Hampshire 50°42’·85N 01°33’·26W 1233
CHARTS AC 2035, 2172, 5601; Imray C10, C12, C4, 2300, 2200 CHARTS AC 2035, 2021, 5600; Imray C4, C3, 2300, 2200
TIDES HW Sp –0210, Np, –0140 Dover; ML 1·2 TIDES –0020, +0105 Dover; ML 2·0
Standard Port PORTSMOUTH {; Tidal Curve see 9.2.16 / Standard Port PORTSMOUTH {; Tidal Curve see 9.2.16 /
Times Height (metres) Times Height (metres)
High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS
0000 0600 0500 1100 4·7 3·8 1·9 0·8 0000 0600 0500 1100 4·7 3·8 1·9 0·8
1200 1800 1700 2300 1200 1800 1700 2300
Differences BOURNEMOUTH Differences HURST POINT
–0240 +0055 –0050 –0030 –2·6 –2·0 –0·6 –0·2 –0115 –0005 –0030 –0025 –2·0 –1·5 –0·5 –0·1
CHRISTCHURCH (Entrance) TOTLAND BAY
–0230 +0030 –0035 –0035 –2·9 –2·4 –1·2 –0·2 –0130 –0045 –0035 –0045 –2·2 –1·7 –0·4 –0·1
CHRISTCHURCH (Quay) FRESHWATER BAY
–0210 +0025 –0040 –0020 –2·1 –1·5 –0·4 0·0
Central S England
–0210 +0100 +0105 +0055 –2·9 –2·4 –1·0 0·0
CHRISTCHURCH (Tuckton bridge) NOTE: Double HWs occur at or near sp; predictions are for the
–0205 +0110 +0110 +0105 –3·0 –2·5 –1·0 +0·1 first HW. Off springs there is a stand of about 2hrs; predictions
NOTE: Double HWs occur, except near neaps; predictions are for are then for mid-stand.
the higher HW. Near neaps there is a stand; predictions are for mid-
stand. Tidal levels are for inside the bar; outside, the tide is about SHELTER Reasonable, but all moorings and xs are exposed to
0·6m lower at springs. Water flow in Rivers Avon and Stour cause winds across the marshland. The ‘U’ bend carries up to 3m but
considerable variations from predicted heights. Tuckton LWs do there is only about 0·5m in the entrance. Keyhaven Lake and
not fall below 0·7m except under very low river flow conditions. Mount Lake all but dry. The river gets very congested during the
sailing season.
SHELTER Good in lee of Hengistbury Hd; elsewhere exposed to SW
winds and rough seas break on the bar in strong SE’lies. R Stour NAVIGATION WPT 50°42’·70N 01°32’·79W is on 308° leading line
navigable at HW up to Tuckton, and the R Avon up to the first marked by two B beacons in transit. Follow transit for about 3ca
bridge. Both are well sheltered. Most xs in the hbr dry. until through the pair of unlit R and G buoys then start turning
to port, giving North Point a wide berth. The channel is marked
NAVIGATION WPT 50°43´·53N 01°43´·58W, 270°/0·5M to NE end of
with unlit G buoys. Entry is difficult on the ebb and should not
Mudeford Quay. Outer approach is marked with PHM and SHM
be attempted in strong E winds. Entrance is possible, with local
buoys; the bar/chan are liable to shift and will not be as shown on
knowledge, via Hawkers Lake (unmarked), approx 0.3m less water
the chart. Beware groynes S of Hengistbury Hd, Beerpan, Yarranton/
than main channel. Beware lobster pots. When approaching from
Clarendon Rks. The ebb stream reaches 4-5kn in The Run; best
the W beware the Shingles Bank over which seas break and which
to enter or leave at HW/stand. Night entry is not recommended
partly dries. At Hurst Narrows give The Trap a wide berth.
without local knowledge. Chan inside hbr is narrow and mostly
shallow (approx 0·3m) with sand/mud. No x in chan. No berthing
50°43'·5N
at ferry jetty by Mudeford sandbank (beware frequent ferries KEYHAVEN
0 1000
metres
between Mudeford Quay, The Run and Christchurch). Hbr speed
limit 4kn. If fishing from any craft, a local licence is obligatory. N KYC cables
05 5
HCSC 0
Pennington
Ha
NOTE wkers Lake Spit
The channel is buoyed in the Moo 05
Qu CSC CHRISTCHURCH summer. The position of the rings
ay entrance channel, and depths 11
n over the bar are subject to 25
vo frequent change, and the buoys 02
rA Stanpit
M
e are moved accordingly.

oo
11
Riv 09
Ke
rin
River 06
yh
Stanpit Marsh Mudeford

gs
Stour 82
av
0 Nature Reserve
07 G 12 168
18 5 0
en
Bn
4 65 R
L.
08 06 04 Bn 26
nt L. 3
North 08°
Highcliffe See 01 Mou 76
50º43'·5N 94 s
ring
Grimbury Bn Pt
SC
04 Marsh 04 05
Little 12note02 44 Moo 05
05 Blackberry Haven 02 No
un
07 Point 14 rth 15 Hurst 155

04 The
eR
N 08 01 Flats 1 Road
42'·5 Ch 61
Th
06 02 Bn 06 05 69 an
03 Fl.R.2s ne Fl(4)WR15s
FS 02 Fl.R.2s l 128 IsoWRG4s 24
Oudoor Education 04 08
Centre 03 01 17 86 87 Hurst Pt
06 Clarendon 82 The
Cas Trap
06 41
Rocks 01°34'W 128 146 33'
0 1000 18
43'· metres 06
Christchurch Bay
cables
0 5 (Apr-Dec) LIGHTS AND MARKS See 9.2.4, chartlet above and 9.2.11 for
Y sectors of Hurst Point light.
Warren Hill 12 24
1°46'·0W
08
26 COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01590) Dr 643022; E 677011; River
Hengistbury Head
45'·5 Warden VHF Ch M e645695.
LIGHTS AND MARKS See chartlet and 9.2.4. Unlit chan buoys in FACILITIES Quay y = Keyhaven YC e642165, ! ©£12 G g T.
hbr and apps are locally laid Apr-Oct inc; info from e483250. Hurst Castle SC e(01590) 645589, !y G. New Forest District
Council (keyhavenriverwarden@nfdc.gov.uk), ! =.
COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01202) E 303626; Casualty 704167. W Solent Boat Builders e642080, = ä : è g(9t) F.
FACILITIES Phone in advance advance to confirm availability at: Village Q T. Milford-on-Sea (1M): P P F ! Y Q Q T z (bus
Christchurch SC (CSC) e483150, a£13, limited & £27 (10m). to New Milton), X (Hurn).
Avon Marina e477327 P only, no u.
Services !y = P i Ä G I ä : è Y g(10t) F ACA.
Town Y Q z X (Hurn).
211
Needles – Yarmouth
9.2.11 NEEDLES CHANNEL

See separate Lymington
Keyhaven chartlet 46
Keyhaven YC Banks
FI (
37 05
12
4)W
Hurst Castle SC 1
36 25 FI(2)R.5s
Lymington
(4)R
FI
24 94 Bank
43' 54 4
87
27 Ldg B 24
FI(4)W
BB
ns 28
NO 26 3°
NT 136
FI.Y.5s North Head RT 32 LE
FI(3)G.10s H
Y 45 CH 155
SO Q Fl.G.5s
FI(4)W G AN E Sconce Bell Yarmouth
NE HURST PT TH BY G Road
L
FI(4)W
88 5 Wk Black Rk
North 56 Fl(4)WR.15s Dries)
62 Head 98 Iso.WRG.4s
The Trap 103
2 N
4 53
50°42'N
82 Q(3)10s Fort Albert
NE Shingles 14
10 5 BYB 3
48 34 09
03 How
117 FI(4)W Reef
12 FI.G.2·5s
Bell 15
Colwell
Warden Bay
7
12
Breakers 27 G ISLE
Warden OF
FI(3)R.10s Ledge Warden Pt
04
R Mid Shingles
ES 2FG(vert) WIGHT
L 27
41'
N G 182
111
HI
114 45 11 Totland Bay 0 1
S 33 n miles
Breakers Iso
RW .4
G s
05 167
74 0
Shingles Elbow
R FI(2)R.5s 55
9
Breakers Hatherwood Pt
12 115
Alum Bay Chalk Cliffs
40' 124 TENNYSON'S CROSS 21 24 21
NEEDLES
NEEDLES 34
CHANNEL 164 Historic 107 Freshwater
CHANNEL
Wreck The
Needles High Down Bay
2 (dries) 76
The Bridge Chalk
Bridge Cliffs
94 VQ(9)10s Oc(2)WRG20s 55
74 YBY 29 Horn(2)30s Scratchell's 45
58
Is
Bay 35 128
SW Shingles RWo.4 141
FIR.2·5s R
G s 188 14
145
181
Fairway Buoy 1·1M 35' 01°33'W
• The NW side of the Needles Channel is defined by the Shingles, The Needles are distinctive rocks at the W end of the Isle of Wight
a bank parts of which dry, and on which seas breaks in the least (see AC 2035, 2021, 5600). By day the chalk cliffs of High Down
swell. The SE side of the bank is fairly steep-to, the NW side is less are conspic from afar but the lt ho may not be seen by day until
defined. Dredgers work on the Pot Bank, 4ca S of Bridge WCM. relatively close. Goose Rk, dries, is about 50m WNW of the lt ho,
100-150m WSW of which is a drying wreck.
• On the ebb the stream sets very strongly (3-4kn) WSW across
the Shingles. The Needles Channel is well lit and buoyed and in ANCHORAGES BETWEEN THE NEEDLES AND YARMOUTH
fair weather presents no significant problems. Be aware that ALUM BAY, 50°40’·10N 01°34’·33W. AC 5600, 2021. Tides as for
even a SW Force 4 against the ebb will raise breaking seas near Totland Bay. Very good shelter in E and S winds, but squally in
Bridge and SW Shingles buoys. Contact National Coastwatch gales. Distinctive white cliffs to S and multi-coloured cliffs and
Needles on VHF Ch 65 for local conditions. chairlift to E. Appr from due W of chairlift to clear Five Fingers
Rk, to the N and Long Rk, a reef drying 0·9m at its E end, to the
• In strong winds the North Channel, N of the Shingles, is
S. x in about 4m.
preferable to the Needles Channel. The two join S off Hurst
Point where overfalls and tide rips may be met. Beware The TOTLAND BAY, 50°40’·98N 01°32’·86W. AC 5600, 2035. ML 1·9m.
Trap, a shoal spit extending 150m SE of Hurst Castle. Good shelter in E’lies in wide shelving bay between Warden Ledge
• In bad weather broken water and overfalls extend along The (rks 4ca offshore) to the N, and Hatherwood Pt to the SW. Appr
Bridge, a reef which runs 8ca W of the lt ho. Lt’s W extremity W of Warden SHM buoy Fl G 2·5s to x out of the stream in 2m
is marked by Bridge WCM lt buoy, but in calm weather it is between pier (2FG vert) and old LB house; good holding. Colwell
feasible to pass E of Bridge buoy to avoid the worst of the Bay, to the N between Warden Pt and Fort Albert, is generally
ebb stream. rocky and shallow.
• Gales from S-W raise very dangerous breaking seas against ANCHORAGE EAST OF THE NEEDLES, SOUTH IOW
the ebb in the Needles Chan, at points only 250m wide. The FRESHWATER BAY, 50°40’·07N 01°30’·61W. AC 5600, 2021. ML
sea state can be at its worst shortly after LW when the flood 1·6m. Good shelter from the N, open to the S. The bay is 3·2M E
has just begun. Although wind is with tide a substantial of Needles Lt ho and 1·2M E of Tennyson’s Cross. Conspic marks:
swell is raised as a result of turbulence in the recently turned Redoubt Fort on W side; a hotel on N side; Stag and Mermaid Rks
stream. In such conditions consider using North Channel; the to the E. The bay is shallow, with rocky drying ledges ¾ca either
E route to the Solent, S of the IoW and via Nab Tower; or find side and a rock (dries 0·1m) almost in the centre. Best to x in about
shelter at Poole or Studland. 2m just outside the bay. Y ! Q T.
212
9.2.12 YARMOUTH Beware ferries and their wash/turbulence even when berthed.
Isle of Wight 50°42’·42N 01°30’·05W 111222333 Caution: strong ebb in the ent and parts of the harbour at Sp.
Speed limits: 4kn in hbr and R Yar; 6kn in approaches within a
CHARTS AC 2035, 2021, 5600; Imray C3, C15, 2200 line from the pier head to Black Rk buoy. x prohib in hbr and
TIDES Sp –0050, +0150, Np +0020 Dover; ML 2·0 beyond swing bridge (R and G traffic lts). All craft must call Yar
Bridge on VHF Ch 68 before approaching. Bridge opens during
Standard Port PORTSMOUTH {; Tidal Curve see 9.2.16 { BST at 0800, 0900, 1000, 1200, 1400, 1600, 1730, 1830 and 2000
LT; winter months by request only. River is navigable by dinghy at
HW to Freshwater.
0000 0600 0500 1100 4·7 3·8 1·9 0·8 LIGHTS AND MARKS See 9.2.4 and chartlet. In emergencies harbour
1200 1800 1700 2300 is closed and a R flag is flown from end of Ferry Jetty. In fog a high
Differences YARMOUTH intensity white light is shown from the Pier Hd and inner E pier.
–0105 +0005 –0025 –0030 –1·7 –1·2 –0·3 0·0 A sign at the ent will indicate when space limited or harbour full.
NOTE: Double HWs occur at or near sp; at other times there is a COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01983 (entire IoW)) Dr 08448 151428.
stand lasting about 2hrs. Differences refer to the first HW when HM e760321.
there are two; otherwise to the middle of the stand. See 9.2.17.
Central S England
HM and Yar Bridge Ch 68. Water Taxi Ch 15, 07969 840173.
SHELTER Good from all directions of wind and sea, but swell enters FACILITIES Harbour www.yarmouth-harbour.co.uk Approx 250u,
in strong N/NE’lies. Hbr dredged 2m from ent to swing bridge; £4·00 (walk ashore pontoons), £2·60 (detached pontoons or a)
access H24. Berth on walk ashore pontoons, detached pontoons Complex demand based price structure with discounts see website.
or Town Quay, giving notice of arrival on Ch 68 for instructions. P P (winter 0700-1900, summer 0700-2400 (times vary)) ) v y =
South Quay commercial use only. In season hbr gets very full and G é(£4/visit) j(inc) I i : g(5t) ice, coffee lounge, wi-fi.
berthing is restricted. 38 Or as outside hbr (see chartlet). x well Hayles Ü in SW corner; R Yar Boatyard is located 500m above the
clear. bridge, or ½M by road. = i ä : è à g F.
NAVIGATION WPT 50°42´·58N 01°30´·01W, 188°/2ca to abeam car Town Ä Y W(PO) ! Q T. Ferries to Lymington, z (Lymington),
ferry terminal. Dangers on approach are Black Rock (SHM lt buoy) X (Hurn/Southampton).
and shoal water to the N of the E/W bkwtr. YACHT CLUBS
An Historic Wreck 50°42’·55N 01°29’·67W, 2ca E of pierhead, is Yarmouth SC e760270, y T.
marked by a Y SPM. Royal Solent moorings lie between the two. Royal Solent YC e760256, y = Q T; visiting crews welcome.
59 Ya r m o u t h Ro a d 11
74 72
84 54
38
Fl.Y.5s
9 < 18m LOA Trot N Poole Belle 33
65
Y 36
18 < 13m LOA Trot M F(occas)
28 Fog Lts
11 < 9m LOA Trot S (Occas)
50º42'·5N
Visitors Small Craft Moorings 2F.R(vert)2M F(occas)
7·6°
23
(Apr-Sep) 38 Lights 18 04
12 12 Small
13 22
Craft
11 Moorings
Leading
03 1
Small Craft Anchorage Fog Lts
09
(vert)4m2M
02 04
03 F.Y(occas)
08 24 SS(Harbour)
04
Q.G.
06 17
G 3M
2
02
Breakwater
2F.R.
(vert) 38
18 Royal Solent YC
05 Fl.G.4s
2F.R. 2F.R. 2F.R.
(vert) (vert) (vert) 2F.R. Fl.R.4s Car Ferry Terminal
(vert)
Pontoon
Bathing Area (Buoyed) Town Quay
Fl.Y.5s
Pontoon
(Apr-Sep) F.G.5m2M
G G G G 2
Pon
2F.R. BW
(vert)
toon
Norton Spit
16 uay
Fl.G.6s th Q F.G.9m2M
3 Sou BW
Tower & FS
Fl.R.4s
Po
42'·3 25
n
too
Pontoons N
Yarmouth YARMOUTH
n
Obstn H Hayles BY
Obstn rid ge Sailing Club
Sw ing B Tfc Sigs
(R/G lts)
0 metres 200
Riv
er Y
0 cables HM Ch 68 1
ar
To other BYs 01º30'·0W

30'·5
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Lymington – Newtown River
9.2.13 LYMINGTON Lymington Harbour Commissioners www.lymington harbour.co.uk

n672014; HM patrol for berthing advice; wi-fi on river berths.
Hampshire 50°45’·13N 01°31’·40W 111222333
Dan Bran Pontoon up to 40u £3·90 inc é G and use of LTSC. Long
CHARTS AC 2035, 2021, 5600; Imray C3, C15, 2200 walk ashore pontoon suitable for rallies and other events.
Town Quay new pontoons (Dec 19), & £4·30, £9·30 short stay;
TIDES Sp –0040, +0100, Np +0020 Dover; ML 2·0
some © £2·50 (9·5m-10·5m LOA); >15m LOA by arrangement with
Standard Port PORTSMOUTH {; Tidal Curve see 9.2.16 { HM; ! = (see HM) G ) ) H/j.
Times Height (metres) Scrubbing grids (5) See HM for details.
High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS Berthon Lymington Marina www.berthon.co.uk e647405.
0000 0600 0500 1100 4·7 3·8 1·9 0·8 250+100u £4·97, é P P i ) v ä : è T à e(75t) Ü g(20t)
1200 1800 1700 2300 F wi-fi.
Differences LYMINGTON Town All facilities, z Ferries to IoW, X (Hurn or Southampton).
–0110 +0005 –0020 –0020 –1·6 –1·2 –0·4 –0·1
YACHT CLUBS Royal Lymington YC n672677, ) Q T.
SEE NOTE under Tides at 9.2.12. Lymington Town SC n674514, O (Sailability access hoist) Q T.
31'·5 01º31'·0W
Town Quay
Moorings
N 45'·5
14 09 A B
LYMINGTON
16
D
Car
Berthon Ferry
Lymington E F.G Terminal
Marina
R 2F.G(vert)5m3M 0 500
metres
Fo
Moorings 28 cables
r
F.R.17m8M
tu
FI.G.2s 0 2
na
14 3
Ferry Post 13
Po
n
G HM Ch 66
to
FI.R.2s 26
on
23
Royal Lymington
M
SPEED LIMIT
oo
YC
09 4 knots
rin
11
gs
Lymington Town SC Wave Screen

F.R.12m8M D 2
Po an 4 Q.G 28 Nash
nt Br No 11 Point
oo an NB 09 28
n G Q.G
Fl.Y.4s Cage Boom
R No 9
Moori 38 F
FI.R.2s ngs
G
Harper’s Post S BW
Wave Q.R 2F.R 11
Lymington 2F.R Screen Cocked Hat (vert)
Yacht (vert) F
Haven BW 50º45'·0N
R FI.G.2s
Wave
FI.R.2s 28 Enticott e
Screen No 10 Lak
well
FI.R.2s G 2F.G Pyle
Bag of Halfpence R
187·5º
14
007·5º
FI.R.2s 2
Seymor’s Post
Pylewell Boom
R G
FI.G.2s
SHELTER Excellent above Harper’s Post/Wave Screen. 44 Awash at High
Water Springs
NAVIGATION WPT 50°44´·0N 01°30´·05W, 320°/5ca to abeam No 1 BW Q.G
2
and Cross Boom bns. Strong cross-tide at river entrance. Min depth Q.R R Tar Barrel
G
2.2m in mid-chan until above ferry terminal, then 1·8m to Town Quay. No 8A F 08
04
RW
Speed limits (strictly enforced): 6kn N of Jack in the Basket; 4kn 4 FI.G.2s 28
above Wave Screen. x in the river is prohibited. F G No 7
RW
R
All craft must keep clear of IoW ferries in the river (IRPC Rule 9).
Do not follow close astern, or overtake as they make the final Fl.R.2s
No 8
approach to their berth, and be aware of wash. They sound one
short blast before departure. Ferries may pass each other on N-S G
transit abreast Pylewell Boom. Fl.G.2s
R No 5
LIGHTS AND MARKS Conspic YC starting platform is close E of first Fl.R.2s
No 6
(No1) SHM bn, Fl G 2s; Jack-in-the-Basket PHM bn, Fl R 2s, is 1·6ca
09 Fl.G.2s 03
SW of platform. Ldg Lts 319·5°, both FR 12/17m 8M on dayglow 03 34 No 3A
Or posts are difficult to see by day. The narrow channel is well G
Fl.R.2s
marked by lit bns and one lit PHM buoy, Fl.R.2s to port, Fl.G.2s to No 4 Fl.G.2s 44'·5
No 3
starboard. Two BW posts, Dir FW 007·5°, and two RW posts, Dir R 24
04
FW 187·5°, are used by ferries passing in the river. Two FY ldg lts G Fl.G.2s
No 1 Fl.Y.5s
244° mark the ent into Lymington Yacht Haven.
31
G
9·
01 02
COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01590) Dr 672953; E 663000; HM 672014. YC Starting
5º
Fl.R.2s Platform
Marinas VHF Ch 80 M (HO), LHC: HM CH 66. Cross Boom
SPEED LIMIT R 24
FACILITIES Lymington Yacht Haven www.yachthavens.com 6 knots
e677071, 2.5m depth, all tides access. 475&+100u, £4·50, ) v I
(mobile) P P i ä : è F Ü e(50t) g(4t).
Fl.R.2s9m
Jack in the Basket
R
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9.2.14 NEWTOWN RIVER From E, keep N of Newtown Gravel Banks where fresh W/SW winds
over a spring ebb can raise steep breaking seas. Leave WCM buoy,
Isle of Wight 50°43’·45N 01°24’·66W 112333 Q(9) 15s, to port.
CHARTS AC 2035, 2036, 2021, 5600; Imray C3, C15, 2200 Min depth to inside the entrance is about 2m. 5kn speed limit in
TIDES Sp –0108, Np +0058, Dover; ML 2·3 harbour is strictly enforced. Near junction to Causeway Lake depth
Standard Port PORTSMOUTH {; Tidal Curve see 9.2.16 { is only 0·9m and beyond this water quickly shoals.
At ent to Clamerkin Lake (1·2–1·8m) keep to SE to avoid gravel
Times Height (metres) spit off W shore, marked by two SHMs; the rest of chan is marked
High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS by occasional buoys. Beware many oyster beds in Western Haven
0000 0600 0500 1100 4·7 3·8 1·9 0·8 and Clamerkin Lake.
1200 1800 1700 2300
Differences YARMOUTH/NEWTOWN ENTRANCE Rifle Range at top of Clamerkin Lake and in Spur Lake; R flags
–0105 +0005 –0025 –0030 –1·7 –1·2 –0·3 0·0 flown during firing. High voltage power line across Clamerkin at
50°42´·81N 01°22´·66W has clearance of only 8·8m and no shore
NOTE: Double HWs occur at or near springs; at other times there
markings.
is a stand which lasts about 2hrs. Differences refer to the first HW
when there are two. At other times they refer to the middle of LIGHTS AND MARKS See 9.2.4 and chartlet. Conspic TV mast
the stand. See 9.2.17.
Central S England
(152m) bearing about 150° (3·3M from hbr ent) provides initial
approach track. In season many yachts at anchor or on the buoys
SHELTER 3½M E of Yarmouth, Newtown gives good shelter, but
inside the hbr are likely to be evident. The ldg bns, 130°, are on
is exposed to N’ly winds. There are 5 W as in Clamerkin Lake and
Fishhouse Pt on NE side of entrance. Front: RW pile with Y-shaped
20 W as in the main arm leading to Shalfleet Quay, R buoys are
topmark; rear: R pile with W spherical topmark. Once inside, there
private; all are numbered; check with HM.
are no lts.
Do not x beyond yellow buoys indicating ‘Anchorage Limit’ due to
oyster beds. Fin keel boats can stay afloat from ent to Hamstead COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01983 (entire IoW)) Dr 08448 151428;
landing or to yellow buoys indicating ‘Anchorage Limit’. If no HM 531424; Taxi 884353.
room in river, good x in 3-5m W of ent, beware rky ledges SSE of
Hamstead Ledge SHM lt buoy, and possible underwater obstns. FACILITIES Average mooring charges overnight £25·00, short/day
stay £14. x no formal charge applies but donations to National
Public landing on E side of river at Newtown Quay by conspic black Trust are welcomed.
boathouse and where marked to avoid controlled areas. Eastern
peninsula out to Fishhouse Pt is a nature reserve; no landing. Lower Hamstead Landing y.
Newtown Quay y G.
NAVIGATION WPT 50°43´·85N 01°25´·21W, 130°/0·42M to front
leading beacon. Without local knowledge, best time to enter is Newtown Y Q (Yarmouth or Newport), z (bus to Yarmouth,
from about HW –4, on the flood while the mudflats are still visible. ferry to Lymington), X (Bournemouth or Southampton).
From W, make good Hamstead Ledge SHM buoy, thence E to pick Shalfleet Quay !y = &(drying), dry waste facilities.
up leading marks. Shalfleet Village ! Q T.
112 Newtown
106 01
Le Gravel Banks 05
01
Hamstead Ledge ad
Fl(2)G.2s in 96
g 09
123 G
151 Bn 28
139 114 s1 07 01
30 35 14
96 º Q(9)15s
04 1 15
04 Rifle Range
1 02
13 08 07
36
06 Nature Reserve
4
Hamstead Point 1 5 (No landing)
RW
1 09
2
Fishhouse Pt Cla
Landing 26 R 17 me 34
43'·5 rki
26 nL
RBR ak
27 e
Bird
nesting 15 Spur La
raft 19 12 ke
25
G 12 Sea Wall
22 (ru) 32
1
17 Oyster
N 22 3
Sea Wall Beds
25 (ru) Sea Wall 3
Landing Newtown
Jetty 2
gs
(ru)
rin
Quay
oo
28 19
M
Lower Hamstead 21
Black boat ho
06
50º43'·0N Small Craft (conspic) Moorings 18
0 1000
metres only 18 NEWTOWN
eds
Ca
cables
us
ter B
0 5
3 wa 2
e
yL
Shalfleet ake
Oys
27 Quay
n
ve
Ha 33
Co
rn
te
rf
es ak
Shalfleet Lak
W e
Fleetlands
42'·5 Farm
Corf
e
Use landings indicated to avoid Scouts

controlled areas in nature reserve Camp
400m
26'· 25'·0 01º24'·0W 23'·0
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Isle of Wight tidal streams
9.2.15 ISLE OF WIGHT AND SOLENT TIDAL STREAMS

1°30’ 1°20’ 1°10’ 1° 1°30’ 1°20’ 1°10’ 1°
HW-5 HW-4
50° 50°
50’ 50’
05,10
6
6
,0
06
,0
03
10 ,12
03
10 0
,20 2 ,1
21 ,
10 14,2710 9
11, 13,2710,1 08,1
6 06,12 ,20 08,17 04,08
9
50°
7 ,34 Cowes 07,1 04,07 50° 7 ,33 Cowes 07,14 03,06
45’ ,30 1 5 45’ 01
15 06,1 ,22 15
,3 07,1
,22 2 11 3
11
16,3
2 ,3 9 Newport
06,13 16,3 ,35 Newport
19 Yarmouth 2 18 Yarmouth
,23
4
,2
5 12
12
12,2
50° 50° 6
40’ 40’ 13,2 05,1
05,09 5
11 ,2 2 7 12,2 0
8,1
6
,1
0
08
09 09
,17 ,18
50° 4 50°
2,2 27
35’ 12,2
3 1 35’ 13,
27 13,
18,37 16,33
18,36 22,45
5 Hours before HW Portsmouth (0445 before HW Dover) 4 Hours before HW Portsmouth (0345 before HW Dover)
HW-3 HW-2
50° 50°
50’ 50’
0
3
,1
04
,1
02,
05
07
07 08,15
,14
11,22 0 SLACK
6,1 05,1
1 01,02 03,0
6
29 Cowes 2 04,0 17 SLACK
50°
15, 02,0
3 8 02,03 50° 08, Cowes 03,06
45’
22 45’
,08 12 SLACK
,18 11, 03,0 04 06,
09 5
02
,0
15 ,35 8 11 5
4,0
4
,30 17 ,2 2,2
04,07
Newport 0 3 1 Newport
Yarmouth Yarmouth
1
14
50° 11,2
3 ,2 17
10 50° 08,
07,
40’ 04,0 40’ 02,0
8 3
11 3
,2 5 08,16
,1
0
08
,1
05
07 04
,14 ,07
50° 50°
35’ 12, ,24 35’ 09, ,14
25 12 18
12,24 07
15,29
22,45 17,35
3 Hours before HW Portsmouth (0245 before HW Dover) 2 Hours before HW Portsmouth (0145 before HW Dover)
HW-1 HW
50° 50°
50’ 50’
01,0
,04
7
5
02
08
,0
02,0
,15
04
05
,10 03,061
2 0,1
01,0 06 05,09 05, 14,28 9 05,11
,11 10 04,0 9 07, 07,15 06,1
02,0 7 , 2
50°
,04 Cowes 4 50°
15 Cowes 14 2 05,09
45’
,09 02 05 45’
,24 08,
04 ,10 12 1 5
04 05 16 ,1 7 07,
3 ,09 ,32 08 14
,09 ,0 Newport 8 Newport
01 Yarmouth ,2 Yarmouth
14
SLACK , 12
06
02
50° 50°
01,
40’ 7 01,0 40’ 9 04,09

3,0 3 05,0
2
0
,1
1
,0
06
00
SLACK 09
03 ,1
,06 8
50° 50°
04,0 03 ,11
35’
9 02, 35’
03,0 05
3 6 12,24
01,0
06,13 06,12
1 Hour before HW Portsmouth (0045 before HW Dover) HW Portsmouth (0015 after HW Dover)
216
General Area 2: 9.2.3
1°30’ 1°20’ 1°10’ 1° 1°30’ 1°20’ 1°10’ 1°
HW+1 HW+2
50° 50°
02,04
50’ 50’
SLACK
04
Portsmouth 04,0 Portsmouth
02,
11 8
05,
2 3 12
12,2
3 11, 15,30 0 ,24
4
19,38 12 10,2 SLACK 9,1 10,2
,0
,24 0 03,07 0
02
, 3 5 04,09 ,33 8 07,1 03,05
50° 18 Cowes 06,1 09,18 50° 16 Cowes 5
45’ 5 2 45’ 5
1 2,2 09,17 1 2,2 05
,10
16 ,27 07,14 16 8
,33 ,40 14 Newport ,33 4 14,2 Newport
06,11
20 Yarmouth ,4 Yarmouth
22 7
,22 14
,2
50° 11 50°
40’ 06,1 40’
Central S England
04,08
1 19 2
,19
2 11,2
11,2 ,
09
09
11 08
,2 ,16
1
50° 2 3 50° ,26
35’ 09,1 11, 35’ 12, 13
8 17,34 23 19,38
19,39 21,43
1 Hour after HW Portsmouth (0115 after HW Dover) 2 Hours after HW Portsmouth (0215 after HW Dover)
HW+3 HW+4
06
,0
9
50° 50°
50’ 50’
05,11
,16
04
04
Portsmouth ,08 Portsmouth
,24
07,
08
4
02
,1
12
07
,0
04,08
4
07,1
11,
14
12,24
4
12,2
09,18 03, 03,0
20
06,11 SLACK
,36
05 03, 6
23
50°
02,0 SLACK
50° 11, 04,0 05
4
Cowes Cowes 8
45’ 1 45’ 16
,22 15,3 4
4,0
9 08,
01,
05
11 0
,0
02
17 11 10,20
05,09
9
11
,35 , 44 Newport
,2 2 ,2
2 Newport
06,
22 Yarmouth
11 Yarmouth
26
,17
13,
50° 50°
09
40’ 02,0 40’ 01,0
2 9
11,2 5 09,1 2
9
5
,0
,1
05
07
04 01
,09 ,0
2
50° 50°
22 15
35’
11,2 11, 35’
08,16 07,
2 17,34 12,23
20,41 15,31
3 Hours after HW Portsmouth (0315 after HW Dover) 4 Hours after HW Portsmouth (0415 after HW Dover)
HW+5 HW+6
50° 50°
50’ 50’
2
01,0
4
16
,0
02 04
01,
08,
02
,08 07,
1
10,20 06, 4
03,0
04
02,
06,1
04,08 ,07 6
2 14 0 3,0
04
2 04,0 6,11 0 03,06

7
02 ,
1
04,0 04,0 3
50°
01, Cowes 8 7 50°
22 1 Cowes 8
45’ 03 45’
2 2 11,
,10 03 ,0 11,
02,0
05 01, 7 4
03,
03 14, 3 04,0
,07 28
,08 ,3 8
06
Newport Newport
04 Yarmouth 16 Yarmouth
,02
3
5 ,1
50° 02,0 50° 07
01
40’ 01,0 40’ 03,0

, 0 7 2 5
04 05,09 1
SLACK ,1
05
02 06
SLACK ,0 ,11
5
50° 50°
35’ 02 ,04 35’ 05,0 ,09
02,
05 8 9 04
04,0 08,16
06,12 04,07
5 Hours after HW Portsmouth (0515 after HW Dover) 6 Hours after HW Portsmouth (0615 after HW Dover)
217
Special curves
9.2.16 SPECIAL TIDAL CURVES FROM CHRISTCHURCH TO SELSEY BILL

Due to the complex tidal patterns between Christchurch and Selsey
Bill, special curves for each Secondary Port are used to obtain the STANDARD PORT ......................................TIME/HEIGHT REQUIRED................
most accurate values of times and heights. Because their LW points
are more sharply defined than HW, all times are referenced to LW. SECONDARY PORT ...................................DATE.................. TIME ZONE...............
HW times on the tables are approximate.
Critical curve. The spring and neap curves at harbours from TIME HEIGHT
Christchurch to Yarmouth differ considerably in shape and
duration so a third, ‘critical’, curve is provided for the Portsmouth STANDARD PORT HW LW HW LW RANGE
range at which the heights of the two HWs are equal for the port 1 2 3 4 5
concerned. Interpolate between this critical curve and either the
spring or neap curve as appropriate. Seasonal change Standard Port
6 6
Note: Whilst the critical curve extends throughout the tidal range,
7 8 9 10
the spring and neap curves stop at the higher HW. For example, DIFFERENCES
with a Portsmouth range of 3·8m (near springs), at 7hrs after
11 11
LW Lymington the factor should be referenced to the next LW. Seasonal change Standard Port
Had the Portsmouth range been 2·0m (near neaps), it should be
12 13 14 15
referenced to the previous LW. SECONDARY PORT
Example: Find the height of tide at Christchurch at 1420 on a day 16
when the tidal predictions for Portsmouth are: Duration
18
SA
0110
0613
1318
4·6
1·1
4·6 STANDARD PORT ......................................TIME/HEIGHT REQUIRED................
1833 1·0
SECONDARY PORT ...................................DATE.................. TIME ZONE...............
Standard Port PORTSMOUTH
Times Height (metres) TIME HEIGHT
0000 0600 0500 1100 4·7 3·8 1·9 0·8 STANDARD PORT HW LW HW LW RANGE
1200 1800 1700 2300 1 2 3 4 5
Differences CHRISTCHURCH ENTRANCE
–0230 +0030 –0035 –0035 –2·9 –2·4 –1·2 –0·2 Seasonal change Standard Port
6 6
• On the tidal prediction form complete fields 2-5, 8-10 (by 7 8 9 10

DIFFERENCES
interpolation) and thus 13-15.
• On the Christchurch tidal graph, plot the HW & LW heights Seasonal change Standard Port
11 11
(fields 14 and 15) and join them with a diagonal line.
• Time required (1420) is 3hrs 38mins before LW Christchurch SECONDARY PORT
12 13 14 15
(field 13); from this value go vertically towards the curves.
• Interpolate for the Portsmouth range (3·6m) between the 16
spring curve (3·9m) and the critical curve (2·6m).
• Go horizontally to the diagonal; thence vertically to read off
the height of tide at 1420: 1·6m. Note*** At Tuckton LWs do not fall below 0·7m except under very
low river flow conditions.
H.W.Hts at Secondary Ports
0 1 2 3 4 -7 -6 -5 -4 -3 -2 -1 L.W +1 +2 +3 +4 +5 +6 +7 +8
1.0
H.W.Hts.m.
.9
.8
.7
CHART DATUM
Factor
.6
Mean level .5
.4
Range at Portsmouth
Sp 3.9 m .3
Critical curve 2.6 m .2
Tuckton ***
Christchurch Ent Np 1.9 m .1
L.W.Hts.m.
0
0 1 2 3
Note: From Christchurch to Yarmouth height differences always refer to the higher HW which should be used to obtain the range at
the Secondary Port. HW time differences also refer to the higher HW, but are not required for this calculation.
0 1 2 3 4 -7 -6 -5 -4 -3 -2 -1 L.W +1 +2 +3 +4 +5 +6 +7 +8
1.0
H.W.Hts.m.
.9
.8
.7
CHART DATUM
.6
Factor
Mean level .5
.4
Range at Portsmouth
.3
Sp 3.9 m
Critical curve 3.1 m .2
Lymington .1
L.W.Hts.m. 1 2 3 Yarmouth Np 1.9 m
0
218
0 1 2 3 4 -7 -6 -5 -4 -3 -2 -1 L.W +1 +2 +3 +4 +5 +6 +7 +8
1.0
H.W.Hts.m.
.9
.8
CHART DATUM
.7
Factor
.6
Mean level .5
.4
Range at Portsmouth
.3
Sp 3.9 m
.2
Hurst Point Np 1.9 m
Totland .1
L.W.Hts.m. 1 2 3 Freshwater
0
0 1 2 3 4 -7 -6 -5 -4 -3 -2 -1 L.W +1 +2 +3 +4 +5 +6 +7 +8
1.0
H.W.Hts.m. 1
.9
Central S England
.8
.7
CHART DATUM
Factor
.6
Mean level .5
Bucklers Hard
Stansore Point .4
Lee Range at Portsmouth
Cowes .3
Sp 3.9 m
Folly Inn .2
Newport* Np 1.9 m
.1
L.W.Hts.m.
0
0 1 2 3
Note* Due to the constriction of the R Medina, Newport requires special treatment since the hbr dries 1·4m. The calculation should be
made using the LW time and height differences for Cowes, and the HW height differences for Newport. Any calculated heights which
fall below 1·4m should be treated as 1·4m.
0 1 2 3 4 -7 -6 -5 -4 -3 -2 -1 L.W. +1 +2 +3 +4 +5 +6 +7 +8
1.0
H.W.Hts.m.
.9
.8
.7
CHART DATUM
.6
Factor
Mean level .5
.4
Range at Portsmouth
.3
Sp 3.9 m
.2
Np 1.9 m
Bembridge Harbour .1
L.W.Hts.m. 1 2 3 Ryde
0
0 1 2 3 4 -7 -6 -5 -4 -3 -2 -1 L.W +1 +2 +3 +4 +5 +6 +7 +8
1.0
H.W.Hts.m.
.9
.8
CHART DATUM
.7
Factor
.6
Mean level .5
.4
Range at Portsmouth
.3
Sp 3.9 m
.2
Northney Np 1.9 m
Itchenor .1
L.W.Hts.m. 1 2 3 Chichester
0
0 1 2 3 4 -7 -6 -5 -4 -3 -2 -1 L.W +1 +2 +3 +4 +5 +6 +7 +8
1.0
H.W.Hts.m.
.9
.8
CHART DATUM
.7
.6
Factor
Mean level .5
.4
Range at Portsmouth
Ventnor .3
Sp 3.9 m
Nab .2
Foreland Np 1.9 m
Sandown .1
L.W.Hts.m. Selsey Bill
0
1 2 3
219
Beaulieu River – Central Solent
9.2.17 BEAULIEU RIVER Ldg marks 324° at entrance should be carefully aligned due to shoal
water either side of ldg line, although there is possibly more water
Hampshire 50°46’·89N 01°21’·72W (Ent) 11222333 to NE of line. Beaulieu Spit Dn should be left approx 40m to port.
CHARTS AC 2036, 2021, 5600; Imray C3, C15, 2200 At night keep in W sector of Millennium Bn (Lepe) until No 4
PHM abeam.
TIDES –0100 and +0140 Dover; ML 2·4 Many of the landing stages and slips shown on the chartlet and
Standard Port PORTSMOUTH {; Tidal Curve see 9.2.16 0 AC 2021 are privately owned and must not be used without
permission. The river is navigable for about 2M above Bucklers
Hard, but the uppermost reaches are best explored by dinghy.
There are limited alongside drying berths at Beaulieu extending
0000 0600 0500 1100 4·7 3·8 1·9 0·8
from the weir not more than 20m downstream.
1200 1800 1700 2300
BUCKLERS HARD LIGHTS AND MARKS See 9.2.4 and chartlet. Ldg marks R No 2 Bn,
–0040 –0010 +0010 –0010 –1·0 –0·8 –0·2 –0·3 0·7ca N of Beaulieu Spit Dn aligned W edge of Lepe Ho (£ 324°).
STANSORE POINT Old CG cottages and Boat Ho are conspic, approx 320m E of Lepe
–0030 –0010 –0005 –0015 –0·7 –0·5 –0·3 –0·3 Ho. The river is clearly marked by R and G bns and withies/perches.
SHM bns 5, 9, 13, 17, 19, 21; buoys Gins, Fiddlers, Mulberry Fl G 4s;
NOTE: Double HWs occur at or near springs; the 2nd HW is approx
PHM bns 8,12, 20; buoys No 26, 28 Fl R 4s.
1¾hrs after the 1st. On other occasions there is a stand which lasts
about 2hrs. Differences refer to the first HW when there are two, COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01590) Dr 612451 or (02380) 845955;
or to the middle of the stand. See 9.2.17. E 0845 4647.
Beaulieu River Radio Ch 68 (for HM).
SHELTER Very good at Needs Ore Pt and above in all winds. No x in FACILITIES Bucklers Hard b www.beaulieuriver.co.uk e616200,
the river to conserve eel grass. as at Needs Ore Pt or pick up mooring 182&+46u, £4·00/m, short stay £1·75/m. as £2·25/m, short stay
with HM permission. For facilities proceed to Bucklers Hard (3·5M) £1.00/m. Below Needs Ore Pt 8 as £10/boat<40’, x £10·00 between
with extended walk ashore pontoons providing full facilities. piles 20 and 22. ) I v P P(0800-1800) i ä : è e(35t), scrubbing
grid(£25) à F ! Q T.
NAVIGATION WPT 50°46´·60N 01°21´·40W, close E of seasonal
* (Mar-Oct) in 4m, 324°/3·3ca to abeam Beaulieu Spit Dn. Least Royal Southampton YC (Gins Clubhouse) e(02380) 223352, www.
depth between WPT and No 2 beacon approx 0·9m. Buoys set rsyc.org.uk; Ch 77(Sea Echo); &(temp) G é Q T.
in from withies to give 1m below CD. If possible proceed under Village Y V W ! (e616293), Q T(Beaulieu) z (bus to
power in the river where speed limit of 5kn applies. Brockenhurst), X (Hurn or Southampton).
Continued at inset
01º24'W 23' 22'
29 See inset 1
Palace House Upper reaches of Beaulieu River
12 continued at different
Jetty scale to main chartlet
Gilbury Hard
Jetty
No28 Jetty
Fl.R.4s 48'
21 50°49'·0N 26 Carpenters 21
BEAULIEU Dock 16
27 35 18 22 Bucklers Hard
BUCKLERS Yacht Harbour
HARD E
21 Jetty D
12
Landing
22 Stage
C
Mulberry Bailey's Hard 15
Fl.G.4s Landing Stage
07 B
N 27 04 09
06 24 14 A Fl.G.4s
1 9 27 48'·5 32
No21
G
12 2F.R(vert)
17
09
Fiddlers FI.G.4s
Fl.G.4s 01°27'·0W 26'·0 11
26 Bucklers Hard
16 2F.G No 26
(vert) R
21
09 Inchmery Ho Millennium
Exbury Pt Lepe Ho (Lepe) Bcn
19 2F.G Y OcWRG4s
(vert) W
13m4-3M
3 2 No9
No5
14 No11 FI.G.4s FI.G.4s
Gins
No6 50º47'N
1 Fl.G.4s Be No13 08 No8 No4
R.S.Y.C a uli FI.G.4s No3
(Gins Clubhouse) eu No10 FI.R.4s No2 01
32 Ri No15 34 No12
ve 06 R
No1
r 24 No14 FI.R.4s
No17 No16 FI.R.5s3M
No19 FI.G.4s RW 06
31 28 No18
Le
FI.G.4s 27 No20
Beaulieu Spit
pe
26 FI.R.4s 05
No26 11
Hs
Gull 07
Fl.R.4s No24
e Bn 3
No22 I.
21
# N 24 °
2 Needs Ore Pt 24
o2
0 1000 03 25
metres C 16
S
cables iver 02
uR
0 5 ulie 73
Bea
HM Ch 68 08 32
220
9.2.18 THE CENTRAL SOLENT Clear Channel Vessels are over 220m LOA and require a clear and
unimpeded passage ahead when transiting the Precautionary
CHARTS AC 5600, 2036.
Area. Vessels may enter the Precautionary Area maintaining a
Reference and websites Solent Cruising Companion, Fernhurst; safe distance astern of the ‘clear channel vessel’.
Solent Hazards, Peter Bruce; Solent Year Book SCRA; Yachtsman’s
Moving Prohibited Zone (MPZ) Any vessel over 150m LOA in the
Guide ABP Southampton www.southampton vts.co.uk for detailed
Precautionary Area is enclosed by an MPZ which extends 1000m
live port info including: shipping movements, VTS radar displays
ahead of the vessel and 100m on either beam. Small craft under
(Southampton to S of Nab Tr), webcams, tide & weather. See www.
20m LOA must remain outside the MPZ and use seaman-like
bramblemet.co.uk for live weather & tidal info at the Bramble Bk.
anticipation of its route and sea-room required when turning.
Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) Southampton VTS operates on VHF
Escort Towage for VLCCs From S of the Nab Tr VLCCs over
Ch 12 14, advising Solent shipping between the Needles and
60,000dwt bound to and from Fawley Marine Terminal will have
Nab Tower including Southampton Water. VTS monitors and
an escort tug secured to the stern by tow wire. Outwards, the
coordinates the safe passage of commercial ships. It includes a
escort tug may leave a tanker at Prince Consort. Use extreme
radar service on request. QHM Portsmouth, VHF Ch 11, controls
caution when passing round the stern of a large tanker and do
Portsmouth Harbour and its approaches N of a line from Gilkicker
not pass between it and the escort tug.
Pt to Outer Spit Buoy.
Central S England
All small craft in the Solent are strongly advised to monitor VHF Local Signals Clear Channel & MPZ vessels display a black cylinder
Ch 12 Southampton, and/or Ch 11 QHM Portsmouth. by day or 3 all-round O lts (vert) by night. They are normally
preceded by a Harbour Patrol Launch (Ch 12 Callsign SP) exhibiting
Small Craft and Commercial Shipping Always consider the
a flashing blue light. Southampton patrol launches have ‘HARBOUR
restricted field of vision from large ships at close quarters and their
MASTER’ painted on their superstructure. At night a fixed O all-
limited ability to manoeuvre at slow speeds with minimal under
round lt is shown above the W masthead light.
keel clearance in restricted waters. Smaller ships keeping clear of
these vessels will be encountered outside the channel. Maintain Coastguard The National Maritime Operations Centre (NMOC)
a proper lookout, especially astern. If crossing the main fairway, at Fareham, e(02392) 552100, co-ordinates SAR activities from
try to do so at 90° to it. Southampton Hbr byelaw 2003/10 refers. Topsham to mid-channel; E to the Greenwich Lt V; thence N to
Beware the frequent cross-Solent High Speed and RoRo ferries. Beachy Hd. Owing to the concentration of small craft in its area the
NMOC keeps watch on VHF Ch 67/16. Uniquely, an initial call to
The Precautionary Area is the potentially dangerous part of the
Solent Coastguard should be made on Ch 67 for routine traffic and
Solent in which large vessels make tight turns into and out of the
radio checks, although radio checks on a working channel with other
Thorn Channel leading to Southampton Water. It extends from
stations – marinas, yachts etc – are preferred and encouraged.
just NW of Cowes to the Hook buoy N of Calshot Castle (see
chartlet and AC 2036). This can be a very busy area. Be particularly Solent Yacht Racing Buoys Numerous yellow yacht racing buoys
alert when between East Lepe and Ryde Middle. Inbound ships pass are laid throughout the Solent (seasonal, Mar-Dec). Most, but not
Prince Consort NCM turning to port towards Gurnard NCM, before all, are lit Fl Y 4s. Yellow buoys also mark a seasonal safe swimming
starting their critical turn to starboard into the Thorn Channel and Personal Watercraft area off the beach in Stanswood Bay
which is, for large ships, very narrow. from Jul-Sep.
So W
Bald Head N
ut a
01°20'W 17' 16' 15' 14' 13' 12'

ha te
Hook
m r
Q.G CENTRAL SOLENT

pt
on
3 15
Black Jack Hill Head SC & Hbr
Radar Fl(2)R.4s (see 9.2.21)
12 0 2000
Tr Reach
Fl(3)G.10s metres
Fish
Castle Point n miles

17 Y
ing
Calshot IQ.R.10s 0 1
CAUTION
Pots
29 Numerous Solent Yacht Racing

Calshot Spit Marks (seasonal) throughout the CG
Fl.5s Bell Calshot area of this chartlet. See text Lee-on-the-
above and LTNMs.
Iso.R.10s VQ Water-skiing area Solent
Bell(1)30s 23 (bouyed)
1 Hill Head
Bourne Gap Fl(2)G.10s Fl.R.2·5s
L
N Thorn
NE
E Knoll NO
Q.G RT 08
AN
Fishing East Knoll H CH

06
CH
08 AN
Pots Thorn Knoll Bramble NE
RN
Bank L Lee
Fl.G.5s 12
O
16 Point
TH
47'·5 W Knoll Bramble

(AIS) 33 E Bramble
NE Gurnard W Bramble SOUTHAMPTON VTS
Boathouse Stansore Fl(3)R.10s VQ(9)10s VQ(3)5s
Oc.WRG.4s4m3M Point Racon (T) S Bramble 32 89 VHF CH 12 64
Fl.G.2·5s
Lepe Spit
50°47'N 119
Fl.R.3M Q(6)+LFl.15s PRECAUTIONARY QHM PORTSMOUTH
123
Cull Island Beaulieu R. AREA W Ryde Middle N Ryde Middle VHF CH 11
Spit (see 9.2.17) Q(9)15s Fl(4)R.20s
ulieu Prince Consort
Bea 25
63 VQ
Gurnard 103
Q Cowes 34 Ryde
Cables and pipeline Fl.Y Diffusers Midd NE Ryde Middle
Roads S Ryde Middle le
Shrape 42 Fl(2)R.10s
East Lepe Fl.G.5s
07 dle Fl(2)R.5s Q.G LFl.R.10s Norris SE Ryde Middle
Mid Q.R Fl(3)R.10s VQ(6)+LFl.10s
46' e p e n t LtHo F.R
L i 188
o (disused) RYS
131 tP
65 g yp Norris 134
Gurnard Ledge E COWES Castle Osborne 2 Mother Bank
Fl(4)G.15s 01 EAST Bay 4 Peel Bank
(see 9.2.19) Fl(2)R.5s Fl.R.3s
COWES 14 14 Obstn
Gurnard SC
Peel Bank
2
2 Mother
15 Osborne 27 Bank
Gurnard Head House
221
C OW E S
T H E P E R F E C T B O AT I N G D E S T I N AT I O N
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Cowes/R Medina
9.2.19 COWES/RIVER MEDINA Ferry Terminals

21
Isle of Wight 50°46’·08N 01°17’·95W 111222333 Jubilee
Pontoon
CHARTS AC 2036, 2793, 5600; Imray C3, C15, 2200 Fountain Quay Q.Fl.6s + LFl 08 13
Town Quay
TIDES +0029 Dover; ML 2·7 LFl.R.5s
R
34
Standard Port PORTSMOUTH {; Tidal Curve see 9.2.160 M.St
3·0
2·5m
m
2F.G 1
Times Height (metres) (vert)
High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS 3·5m
0000 0600 0500 1100 4·7 3·8 1·9 0·8 N Basin
2
1200 1800 1700 2300 2·0m 25
Differences COWES Cowes
2·5m
Yacht 36
–0015 +0015 0000 –0020 –0·5 –0·3 –0·1 0·0 Haven S Basin
FOLLY INN 2·0m 2F.G
–0015 +0015 0000 –0020 –0·6 –0·4 –0·1 +0·2 2 (vert)
R
NEWPORT N 2
2 Fl(2)R.5s
ND ND ND ND –0·6 –0·4 +0·1 +0·8 M No6
12
NOTE: Double HWs occur at/near Sp. At other times there is a stand 12 2F.G
(vert)
of about 2hrs. Times are for the middle of the stand. See 9.2.17. 31
1
SHELTER Excellent now that outer hbr is protected from N/NE Maritime
winds by outer bkwtr. x prohib in hbr. 10 large as off The Green; 3
Museum Cowes
pontoons S of chain ferry on both sides of river and in Folly Reach Corinthian YC C Lallow 2F.G
(vert)
and several marinas. Good x in Osborne Bay, 2M E, sheltered from
0 200
SE to W but exposed to wash from large ships. metres 2·0m
2F.G
cables (vert)
NAVIGATION WPT 50°46´·35N 01°18´·0W, 173°/2·7ca to mid chan 0 1
between Nos 1 and 2 buoys. Shrape Mud, on the E side of the hbr, HM Ch 69 Cowes Harbour
2F.G
Shepards Marina (vert)
extends to Old Castle Pt. Eastern Channel for small craft <20m runs
from the fairway to Shrape Bn. It is dredged to 2·25m below CD,
35m wide at its narrowest and bounded by lateral marks. It is an Town All marine services and facilities.
alternative route recommended for vessels sailing to/fm the East. G Town Quay, Trinity Landing, and Whitegates public pontoon.
R Medina is navigable to Newport, but dries S of Folly Inn. Fuel Lallows Ü, Cowes Hbr Fuels pontoon off Souters Ü.
• Yachts should use engines. Speed limit 6kn enforced in hbr. Scrubbing berths Town Quay, UKSA, Sealift, Folly Inn.
Ferries Red Funnel www.redfunnel.co.uk to/from Southampton:
• Strong tidal streams run between HW-2½ and HW setting
e(02380) 334010 Car/pax – E Cowes; foot pax – W Cowes.
vessels towards W shore in Inner Fairway; see next page.
Chain Ferry e293041, W/E Cowes.
• No sailing through or x amongst moorings.
• Craft should not depart in fog visibility <2ca. YACHT CLUBS Royal Yacht Squadron e292191; Island SC e296621;
Royal Corinthian YC e293581; Royal London YC e299727;
• Beware frequent ferry movements and commercial ships. Cowes Corinthian YC e296333; RORC e295144 (Cowes Week);
Large RoRo ferries to E Cowes use thrust when manoeuvring E Cowes SC www.eastcowessc.co.uk n531687.
causing considerable turbulence across the river. Cowes Combined Clubs ccc@cowesweek.co.uk e295744.
• High-Speed to W Cowes turn short round to stbd when
approaching Jubilee Pontoon. RIVER MEDINA, FOLLY REACH TO NEWPORT
FOLLY REACH, 50°44’·03N 01°16’·99W. Above Medham min depth
• Chain ferry has right of way over all vessels. It displays a Y Fl lt 0·6m to S Folly bn. & on u pontoons off W bank (£1·60). Folly
if about to move or moving; daily 0530-0030, Sun 0635-0030. Launch Ch 72/n07884 400046; Folly Waterbus n07974 864627.
Beware ebb (4·5kn at Sp) in its vicinity. Chains 1·5m below CD. Folly Inn n297171, O ! = scrubbing berth & (pontoon) for
LIGHTS AND MARKS See 9.2.4 and chartlet. Outer b’water marked 9®(max LOA 40’) £1·80.
along its length by 5 sync lts Fl Y 2.5s. Small craft chan is marked Island Harbour Marina (5ca S of Folly Inn) island-harbour.co.uk
by Shrape Bn LFl R 10s 3m 3M, and paired PHM and SHM with 3 e539994, = 96&+20u £3·40 (£3·00 midweek), ) v i ä Ü e(50t)
lit Y SPM and R Bn, L Fl R 5s where it joins fairway. : F Q T. Call Island Harbour Control on Ch 80 on entering
Folly Reach. Excellent shelter; approach via marked channel (dries
COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01983 (entire IoW)) À (02380) 228844; approx 0·1m) with waiting pontoon to stbd, withies to port.
E 524081; Dr 294902; Cowes HM 293952; Monitor Cowes Hbr Radio Access HW±3 (draught 1·5m) via lock (width 7·9m) 0800-1730, or
VHF Ch 69 for hbr launches and HM’s as. Yachts >20m LOA should by arrangement.
advise arr/dep, and call Chain Ferry Ch 69 if passing. Marinas Ch
NEWPORT, 50°42´·21N 01°17´·43W. HM e525994/ 07970 009589.
80. Harbour taxi 07855 767918; Hbr Taxi Ch 77 or Sally Water Taxi VHF Ch 69. Tides: Special treatment is required as the hbr dries
07831 331717/299033; Water Taxi Ch 06. Casualties: (Ch 16/69) for 1·4m. Use the LW time and height differences for Cowes, and the
ambulance at S end of Trinity Landing. HW height differences for Newport. Above Island Hbr Marina the
FACILITIES www.cowesharbourcommission.co.uk from seaward: chan to Newport (1·2M) dries, but from HW Portsmouth –1½ to +2
RYS Haven (strictly members only). it carries 2m or more. S from Folly Inn, the Hbr Authority is IoW
Council. Sp limit 6kn to Seaclose, S of Newport Rowing Club (NRC);
Trinity Landing, on The Parade, short stay on inner side only, pick- thence 4kn to Newport. Buoyed and partially lit chan favours W
up/landing on outer side, call HM Ch 69. The concentration of wash bank. Power lines have 33m clearance. 192° ldg marks/lts are W
W of the b’water impinges on the pontoon which can be lively. 2 bns (lit) on E bank.
Cowes Yacht Haven b www.cowesyachthaven.com e299975, Odessa Boatyard e524337, odessaboatyard@hotmail.co.uk
35&+ 200 u, £3·00, ) v ä : è T à e(35t) g(12t) Q. 75&+5us on pontoons downstream on W side £3·80, ) G é i
Cowes Harbour Shepards Marina, www.shepards.co.uk e297821, Ü slipway (35t) g(6t) F.
= 30&+100u £2·95 (£3·20 Fri/Sat) +£3·80 é O I i ä à Ü Q Newport Yacht Hbr e525994, 50us pontoons on the E/SE sides
T wi-fi.
of the basin have 1·4m at HW ±2 £1·75. Bilge keelers lie alongside
UKSA e294941, info@uksa.org, 5 & u, £3.30, ) Q T. pontoons (soft mud); fin keelers against quay wall (firm level
East Cowes Marina eastcowes@boatfolk.co.uk e293983, 230 bottom). Fender boards can be supplied. G é Ü g(8t) Classic
&+150u £3·75, O é i ! Q T wi-fi. Boat Centre. Town = Ä Ç ä è.
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18'·0 165 37
COWES HBR RADIO 01° 17'·5W
VHF CH 69 VQ
BY Prince Consort
3 Power
Stn
Chimneys
68 Fl.Y.5s Kingston Marine
Trinity House 26 Services
165
67
26 No8
R Fl.R.2s
Snowden
Y (Mar-Oct)
Fl.R.2s
R
Central S England
18 Training
Q.R pontoon
Q.G 27 No2
No1
G R
Q Small Craft Moorings
2F.G(vert) FI.R.2s 11
Mo
RYS Haven Cow
50°46'·0N
ori
es B Q
reak
ng
3x2.FG(vert) wate Fl.G.5s
s
RYS Trinity Landing r
RCYC Fl.Y.2·5s x 5 FI.R.5s
22
Th
RLYC LFI.R.10s Fl.G.5s

06
e
a No2A 44'·0 11 Folly Inn

P
FI.G.3s 2F.R The Folly Point

ra
de
Iso2s3m6M Shrape Mud
ISC FI(3)R5s FI.G.10s FI.R.3s Br Q.G

No4 eak
wa S Folly
See separate FI.Y.3s
chartlets for
ter R
Q(6)+LFl.15s Unmarked lights on
marinas and LFI.R.5s the W bank are 2FG(vert),
entry channels 2F.G(vert)
Ferry Tide gauge and 2FR(vert) on the E bank.
14
Town Quay 2F.G(vert) G
R
2F.G(vert) 01
2F.G FI(2)R.5s R
Cowes (vert) No6 2F.R G
Yacht Haven
(vert)x3 2 2
2F.G
(vert) Island Harbour
3 Venture Marina
Shepards Quays
CCYC
Wharf
Marina
Ferry
28 Terminal
45'·5 COWES (RoRo)
Thetis 09
DANGER - CHAIN FERRY Wharf C
When the ferry is berthed, a Fehain
Se rry
max depth of 1.7m below CD en
ote
EAST G R
exists over the chains in the Souters BY
COWES Y
centre of the fairway. When the
chain ferry is underway, the Hammer 50°43'·0N Power Cables (33)
chains may rise to the surface. Head Crane 11
Unmarked lights on W bank

are 2FG(vert), and on N
East
the E bank 2FR(vert) Cowes
SC
192°
Clarence
ts
N
Ldg L
Yard
NRC 0 500
R metres
A
cables
UK Sailing East 0 2
Academy Cowes 12
Marina
G R
0 metres 500 2F.R(Hor)
Odessa BY 2F.R(Hor)
0 cables 2
45'·
16
NEWPORT
T
17'·5 01°17'·0W
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Cowes/R Medina tides
TIDAL PREDICTIONS FOR APPRECIATING COWES TIDAL STREAMS These HW times mark the start of the stand or ‘high water
The table on the following page gives appropriate HW predictions period’ as defined by Cowes Commissioners and are useful in
for the tidal flows in Cowes Fairway and the small boat channel: appreciating the tidal flows in the Fairway and approaches.
• In the Inner Fairway west of the outer breakwater, a tidal The HW times in the table apply throughout the tidal cycle of
shadow with significantly reduced flow will be experienced springs and neaps, simplifying the prediction process.
immediately west and south of the outer breakwater when This table gives the predicted time and height of high water
the tide is running westwards (HW –2 to HW +5). at the beginning of the stand. The normal method predicts
• From HW –2·5 to HW, boats following the small boat channel the first peak high water in ports such as Cowes where there
will experience a westerly tidal flow of up to 1.5kn. is a double HW or stand, which will almost invariably be of
• Off the Island Sailing Club pontoon this stream splits into greater height and later than that shown.
A northbound flow towards the harbour entrance These predictions correlate accurately with those used by
A southbound flow past the marinas. Cowes Commissioners and Admiralty Tide Tables. They will
• Yachts and small vessels entering or leaving Cowes in the deviate from those calculated by chart plotters and computer
Fairway will be slowed by this approaching the small boat tidal predictions. There will be variations due to meteorologi-
channel and then experience an appreciable lift as well as a cal effects. Live met and tidal data is available from CHC at
set towards the western shore north of the Red Jet jetty. www.cowesharbourcommission.co.uk/cowes_weather_station
18'·0 01° 17'·5W
67
Snowden
N Y (Mar-Oct)
46'·2
0 metres 200
0 cables 1
46'·1
Q.G 27
G No1 Q.R
R No2 Seasonal small craft moorings
Q (May – Sept)
2F.G(vert)
RYS Haven FI.R.2s
50°46'·0N Cow
2F.G(vert)
es B Q
Fl.Y.2·5s reak
2F.G(vert) wate
r
Trinity Landing Fl.Y.2·5s Fl.G.3s
RY
Fl.Y.2·5s
RCY FI.R.3s
2F.G(vert) Fl.Y.2·5s
Fl.G.5s
Th Fl.Y.2·5s
RLYC e FI.R.5s
Pa LFI.R.10s FI.G.2s
r 22 No2A
Beware of cross-currents
ad
FI.R.2s
l
e
ne
of up to 1·5kns
an
45'·9
Ch
n
er
st
Iso2s3m6M 2F.R The

Ea
FI(3)R5s FI.G.4s Shrape Mud

No4 FI.R.4s
ISC Fl.G.10s
Br
ea
kw
FI.Y.3s at
45'·8 er
COWES Q(6)+LFl.15s Vessels entering/leaving
the Eastern Channel to
2F.G(vert) LFI.R.5s give way to vessels in
Tide gauge the Inner Fairway
Ferry
Small craft
Town Quay moorings 14
2F.G(vert)
COWES HBR RADIO EAST

45'·7 VHF CH 69 Cowes COWES
Yacht Haven
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STANDARD TIME (UT) COWES LAT 50°46’N LONG 1°18’W Dates in red are SPRINGS
For Summer Time add ONE 2023 TIMES AND HEIGHTS OF HIGH WATER – see note on previous page Dates in blue are NEAPS
JANUARY APRIL JULY OCTOBER

SU 1 0603 3.9 1825 3.7 SA 1 0720 3.3 2002 3.6 SA 1 0829 3.9 2055 4.1 SU 1 1157 4.6 -- --
M 2 0704 4.0 1928 3.7 SU 2 0818 3.5 2049 3.8 SU 2 0922 4.0 2146 4.2 M 2 0009 4.5 1236 4.5
TU 3 0800 4.0 2026 3.8 M 3 0906 3.7 2128 4.0 M 3 1011 4.1 2234 4.3 TU 3 0051 4.4 1318 4.4
W 4 0853 4.0 2117 3.9 TU 4 0941 3.9 2205 4.1 TU 4 1102 4.2 2322 4.3 W 4 0138 4.2 1336 4.2
TH 5 0937 4.1 2205 4.0 W 5 1015 4.0 2302 4.2 W 5 1219 4.3 -- -- TH 5 0240 4.0 1418 3.9
F 6 1020 4.2 2247 4.1 TH 6 1048 4.1 2329 4.2 TH 6 0011 4.3 1314 4.3 F 6 0248 3.7 1503 3.6
SA 7 1056 4.2 2325 4.1 F 7 1139 4.2 2359 4.3 F 7 0100 4.3 1337 4.2 SA 7 0353 3.5 1604 3.4
SU 8 1132 4.2 -- -- SA 8 1152 4.2 -- -- SA 8 0147 4.2 1429 4.2 SU 8 0514 3.4 1729 3.3
M 9 0000 4.1 1207 4.1 SU 9 0031 4.3 1228 4.2 SU 9 0239 4.0 1524 4.1 M 9 0637 3.5 1901 3.4
TU 10 0038 4.1 1239 4.1 M 10 0048 4.2 1309 4.1 M 10 0333 3.9 1623 4.0 TU 10 0748 3.7 2005 3.6
W 11 0109 4.1 1309 4.0 TU 11 0125 4.1 1350 4.0 TU 11 0436 3.8 1725 4.0 W 11 0835 3.9 2048 3.8
TH 12 0135 4.0 1342 3.9 W 12 0213 4.0 1445 3.8 W 12 0540 3.6 1828 3.9 TH 12 0912 4.1 2125 4.0
F 13 0211 4.0 1420 3.8 TH 13 0306 3.7 1558 3.6 TH 13 0652 3.6 1927 3.9 F 13 0948 4.2 2159 4.2
SA 14 0253 3.9 1500 3.7 F 14 0424 3.5 1721 3.6 F 14 0757 3.7 2024 3.9 SA 14 1021 4.3 2229 4.2
SU 15 0338 3.8 1559 3.6 SA 15 0545 3.5 1857 3.7 SA 15 0855 3.8 2114 4.0 SU 15 1049 4.3 2303 4.3
M 16 0442 3.8 1708 3.6 SU 16 0723 3.7 2010 4.0 SU 16 0943 3.9 2159 4.0 M 16 1141 4.4 2333 4.3
Central S England
TU 17 0551 3.8 1823 3.7 M 17 0828 3.9 2058 4.2 M 17 1031 4.0 2242 4.1 TU 17 1150 4.3 -- --
W 18 0656 3.9 1927 3.8 TU 18 0912 4.1 2141 4.3 TU 18 1109 4.0 2318 4.1 W 18 0006 4.3 1223 4.3
TH 19 0800 4.0 2035 4.0 W 19 0954 4.3 2242 4.4 W 19 1147 4.1 2354 4.1 TH 19 0044 4.2 1301 4.2
F 20 0902 4.2 2131 4.2 TH 20 1052 4.4 2319 4.4 TH 20 1225 4.1 -- -- F 20 0123 4.1 1342 4.1
SA 21 0958 4.3 2227 4.3 F 21 1132 4.3 2356 4.4 F 21 0029 4.0 1254 4.0 SA 21 0212 3.9 1431 3.8
SU 22 1046 4.4 2341 4.5 SA 22 1211 4.3 -- -- SA 22 0058 4.0 1325 4.0 SU 22 0313 3.7 1536 3.6
M 23 1132 4.5 -- -- SU 23 0034 4.3 1254 4.2 SU 23 0130 3.9 1358 3.9 M 23 0443 3.7 1704 3.6
TU 24 0028 4.5 1238 4.5 M 24 0049 4.2 1345 4.0 M 24 0205 3.8 1434 3.9 TU 24 0618 3.8 1839 3.7
W 25 0118 4.4 1324 4.4 TU 25 0124 4.0 1352 3.8 TU 25 0244 3.7 1517 3.8 W 25 0738 4.1 1952 4.0
TH 26 0139 4.3 1412 4.3 W 26 0159 3.8 1438 3.6 W 26 0328 3.6 1609 3.8 TH 26 0834 4.3 2043 4.2
F 27 0229 4.2 1440 4.1 TH 27 0239 3.5 1532 3.5 TH 27 0435 3.5 1716 3.7 F 27 0913 4.5 2129 4.4
SA 28 0317 4.1 1528 3.8 F 28 0325 3.2 1646 3.4 F 28 0550 3.5 1820 3.7 SA 28 0957 4.6 2208 4.5
SU 29 0414 4.0 1628 3.6 SA 29 0451 3.1 1801 3.4 SA 29 0655 3.6 1927 3.8 SU 29 1054 4.6 2248 4.5
M 30 0511 3.8 1734 3.5 SU 30 0617 3.2 1912 3.6 SU 30 0802 3.8 2032 4.0 M 30 1133 4.6 2349 4.5
TU 31 0618 3.7 1854 3.4 M 31 0905 4.0 2130 4.2 TU 31 1212 4.5 -- --
MAY
FEBRUARY M 1 0729 3.4 2007 3.8 AUGUST NOVEMBER
W 1 0730 3.7 2005 3.6 TU 2 0821 3.6 2052 4.0 TU 1 1005 4.2 2222 4.3 W 1 0032 4.3 1227 4.3
TH 2 0831 3.7 2103 3.7 W 3 0903 3.8 2124 4.1 W 2 1116 4.4 2308 4.4 TH 2 0122 4.2 1307 4.2
F 3 0922 3.9 2147 3.9 TH 4 0941 4.0 2201 4.2 TH 3 1203 4.4 2358 4.4 F 3 0137 4.0 1346 3.9
SA 4 1001 4.0 2227 4.0 F 5 1017 4.1 2256 4.3 F 4 1250 4.4 -- -- SA 4 0225 3.8 1432 3.7
SU 5 1040 4.1 2305 4.1 SA 6 1111 4.2 2311 4.3 SA 5 0059 4.4 1340 4.4 SU 5 0322 3.6 1526 3.4
M 6 1113 4.1 2339 4.1 SU 7 1150 4.2 2349 4.3 SU 6 0146 4.3 1402 4.3 M 6 0429 3.5 1636 3.3
TU 7 1145 4.1 -- -- M 8 1233 4.2 -- -- M 7 0238 4.2 1452 4.2 TU 7 0543 3.6 1801 3.3
W 8 0012 4.1 1214 4.1 TU 9 0031 4.2 1254 4.1 TU 8 0304 3.9 1546 4.0 W 8 0656 3.7 1914 3.5
TH 9 0040 4.1 1243 4.1 W 10 0115 4.1 1348 4.0 W 9 0402 3.7 1644 3.9 TH 9 0752 3.9 2008 3.7
F 10 0107 4.1 1314 4.1 TH 11 0205 3.9 1445 3.8 TH 10 0504 3.6 1748 3.7 F 10 0835 4.1 2048 3.9
SA 11 0138 4.1 1350 4.0 F 12 0306 3.8 1559 3.8 F 11 0623 3.5 1857 3.6 SA 11 0909 4.2 2127 4.1
SU 12 0216 4.0 1430 3.9 SA 13 0412 3.6 1717 3.8 SA 12 0739 3.5 2004 3.7 SU 12 0945 4.3 2201 4.2
M 13 0302 3.9 1521 3.7 SU 14 0534 3.6 1842 3.9 SU 13 0840 3.7 2100 3.8 M 13 1017 4.3 2232 4.2
TU 14 0358 3.8 1630 3.6 M 15 0657 3.7 1943 4.1 M 14 0930 3.9 2141 3.9 TU 14 1053 4.4 2332 4.3
W 15 0511 3.7 1748 3.6 TU 16 0759 3.9 2032 4.2 TU 15 1010 4.0 2220 4.0 W 15 1127 4.4 -- --
TH 16 0622 3.7 1905 3.6 W 17 0849 4.0 2117 4.3 W 16 1048 4.1 2258 4.1 TH 16 0011 4.3 1207 4.3
F 17 0740 3.8 2022 3.8 TH 18 0928 4.1 2154 4.3 TH 17 1122 4.1 2332 4.1 F 17 0032 4.2 1246 4.2
SA 18 0853 4.0 2129 4.1 F 19 1014 4.2 2232 4.3 F 18 1156 4.1 -- -- SA 18 0154 4.2 1334 4.1
SU 19 0945 4.2 2219 4.3 SA 20 1116 4.2 2311 4.2 SA 19 0003 4.1 1222 4.1 SU 19 0210 4.0 1430 3.9
M 20 1033 4.4 2326 4.5 SU 21 1130 4.1 2350 4.2 SU 20 0028 4.1 1250 4.1 M 20 0318 3.9 1537 3.8
TU 21 1136 4.5 -- -- M 22 1251 4.1 -- -- M 21 0057 4.0 1323 4.1 TU 21 0436 3.9 1650 3.7
W 22 0008 4.5 1217 4.5 TU 23 0027 4.1 1252 3.9 TU 22 0130 4.0 1357 4.1 W 22 0558 4.0 1810 3.8
TH 23 0051 4.4 1259 4.4 W 24 0102 4.0 1339 3.9 W 23 0210 3.9 1436 4.0 TH 23 0711 4.1 1926 4.0
F 24 0135 4.4 1343 4.3 TH 25 0139 3.8 1424 3.8 TH 24 0254 3.7 1522 3.8 F 24 0803 4.3 2016 4.1
SA 25 0223 4.3 1407 4.1 F 26 0219 3.6 1513 3.7 F 25 0351 3.6 1630 3.7 SA 25 0851 4.4 2105 4.3
SU 26 0240 4.1 1451 3.8 SA 27 0307 3.4 1603 3.6 SA 26 0512 3.5 1745 3.6 SU 26 0932 4.5 2148 4.3
M 27 0327 3.9 1542 3.6 SU 28 0407 3.3 1707 3.6 SU 27 0633 3.6 1905 3.7 M 27 1011 4.5 2231 4.3
TU 28 0416 3.6 1646 3.3 M 29 0517 3.3 1809 3.6 M 28 0752 3.8 2019 3.9 TU 28 1052 4.4 2316 4.3
TU 30 0627 3.4 1912 3.8 TU 29 0859 4.1 2121 4.2 W 29 1132 4.4 2354 4.2
MARCH W 31 0728 3.6 2000 3.9 W 30 0955 4.3 2208 4.4 TH 30 1212 4.3 -- --
W 1 0522 3.4 1815 3.3 TH 31 1059 4.5 2254 4.5
TH 2 0644 3.3 1939 3.4 JUNE DECEMBER
F 3 0801 3.5 2037 3.6 TH 1 0816 3.7 2042 4.0 SEPTEMBER F 1 0041 4.1 1251 4.1
SA 4 0856 3.7 2127 3.8 F 2 0901 3.9 2125 4.1 F 1 1141 4.6 2352 4.6 SA 2 0121 4.0 1331 4.0
SU 5 0938 3.8 2202 4.0 SA 3 0943 4.1 2207 4.2 SA 2 1223 4.5 -- -- SU 3 0211 3.9 1410 3.8
M 6 1014 4.0 2236 4.1 SU 4 1050 4.2 2248 4.3 SU 3 0034 4.5 1307 4.5 M 4 0255 3.8 1453 3.6
TU 7 1045 4.1 2311 4.1 M 5 1136 4.2 2333 4.3 M 4 0118 4.4 1354 4.4 TU 5 0345 3.7 1544 3.4
W 8 1120 4.2 -- -- TU 6 1202 4.2 -- -- TU 5 0206 4.2 1450 4.2 W 6 0442 3.7 1649 3.3
TH 9 0005 4.2 1149 4.2 W 7 0022 4.3 1328 4.2 W 6 0231 4.0 1501 4.0 TH 7 0548 3.7 1803 3.4
F 10 0032 4.2 1219 4.2 TH 8 0110 4.2 1346 4.1 TH 7 0324 3.7 1554 3.7 F 8 0647 3.8 1908 3.6
SA 11 0101 4.2 1251 4.2 F 9 0203 4.0 1449 4.0 F 8 0431 3.5 1658 3.5 SA 9 0744 3.9 2003 3.8
SU 12 0114 4.2 1328 4.1 SA 10 0256 3.9 1547 3.9 SA 9 0553 3.4 1820 3.4 SU 10 0827 4.0 2048 3.9
M 13 0147 4.1 1408 4.0 SU 11 0357 3.7 1656 3.9 SU 10 0714 3.5 1938 3.5 M 11 0907 4.2 2131 4.1
TU 14 0231 4.0 1455 3.7 M 12 0507 3.7 1805 4.0 M 11 0821 3.7 2034 3.7 TU 12 0949 4.3 2213 4.2
W 15 0325 3.8 1607 3.6 TU 13 0618 3.7 1906 4.0 TU 12 0907 3.9 2120 3.9 W 13 1027 4.3 2255 4.3
TH 16 0441 3.6 1729 3.5 W 14 0724 3.8 2001 4.1 W 13 0947 4.1 2155 4.0 TH 14 1114 4.4 2341 4.3
F 17 0600 3.5 1858 3.6 TH 15 0819 3.9 2050 4.1 TH 14 1020 4.2 2227 4.1 F 15 1159 4.4 -- --
SA 18 0732 3.7 2022 3.9 F 16 0909 3.9 2132 4.1 F 15 1051 4.2 2303 4.2 SA 16 0029 4.3 1242 4.3
SU 19 0844 3.9 2117 4.2 SA 17 0956 4.0 2213 4.1 SA 16 1122 4.2 2332 4.2 SU 17 0117 4.2 1334 4.2
M 20 0932 4.2 2203 4.3 SU 18 1037 4.0 2254 4.1 SU 17 1215 4.3 -- -- M 18 0211 4.1 1426 4.1
TU 21 1015 4.4 2305 4.5 M 19 1123 4.0 2333 4.1 M 18 0000 4.2 1241 4.3 TU 19 0312 4.1 1520 3.9
W 22 1115 4.5 2344 4.5 TU 20 1204 4.0 -- -- TU 19 0030 4.2 1251 4.2 W 20 0413 4.0 1625 3.8
TH 23 1154 4.5 -- -- W 21 0012 4.1 1246 4.0 W 20 0104 4.1 1325 4.2 TH 21 0522 4.0 1735 3.8
F 24 0022 4.4 1234 4.4 TH 22 0047 4.0 1321 3.9 TH 21 0140 4.0 1403 4.0 F 22 0628 4.1 1847 3.8
SA 25 0102 4.4 1316 4.2 F 23 0121 3.9 1359 3.9 F 22 0223 3.8 1447 3.8 SA 23 0728 4.1 1952 3.9
SU 26 0145 4.3 1337 4.0 SA 24 0156 3.7 1436 3.8 SA 23 0324 3.6 1553 3.6 SU 24 0821 4.2 2047 4.0
M 27 0157 4.0 1419 3.8 SU 25 0235 3.6 1521 3.7 SU 24 0452 3.6 1723 3.6 M 25 0914 4.3 2136 4.1
TU 28 0237 3.8 1501 3.5 M 26 0322 3.5 1610 3.7 M 25 0621 3.6 1853 3.7 TU 26 0957 4.3 2222 4.1
W 29 0316 3.5 1602 3.3 TU 27 0419 3.4 1707 3.7 TU 26 0750 3.9 2011 4.0 W 27 1042 4.3 2310 4.2
TH 30 0407 3.2 1726 3.3 W 28 0526 3.4 1809 3.7 W 27 0852 4.2 2107 4.3 TH 28 1121 4.3 2351 4.2
F 31 0549 3.1 1852 3.4 TH 29 0633 3.5 1908 3.8 TH 28 0938 4.4 2150 4.5 F 29 1159 4.2 -- --
F 30 0735 3.7 1959 3.9 F 29 1019 4.6 2234 4.6 SA 30 0027 4.1 1237 4.1
SA 30 1117 4.6 2329 4.6 SU 31 0109 4.1 1311 4.0
225
Southampton tides Note Double HWs occur at Southampton.
The predictions are for the first HW.
GI: Tide TIME

STANDARD tables:
(UT) SOUTHAMPTON LAT 50°53’N LONG 1°24’W Dates in red are SPRINGS
YEAR 2023

1 0541 4.0
1159 1.8
SU 1806 3.7
16 0433
1048
M 1657
3.9
1.8
3.7
1 0100
0700
W 1340
2.0
3.7
1.9
16 0601 3.7
1255 1.8
TH 1850 3.6
1 0503 3.4
1157 2.1
W 1754 3.4
16 0412 3.6
1048 1.9
TH 1657 3.5
1 0126
0747
SA 1345
2.2
3.5
1.9
16 0127
0710
SU 1348
1.7
3.8
1.4
2318 1.8 1935 3.5 1942 3.6 1959 4.1
2 0025
0637
M 1303
1.8
3.9
1.8
17 0532 3.9
1200 1.8
TU 1801 3.7
2 0204
0800
TH 1436
1.9
3.7
1.7
17 0139
0737
F 1417
1.8
3.9
1.5
2 0043
0621
TH 1324
2.2
3.4
2.0
17 0011
0537
F 1311
2.1
3.5
1.8
2 0215
0802
SU 1431
1.9
3.6
1.6
17 0216
0811
M 1435
1.4
4.0
1.0
1906 3.7 2041 3.7 2025 4.0 1911 3.4 1850 3.6 2035 3.8 2050 4.3
3 0125
0733
TU 1359
1.7
4.0
1.6
18 0031
0638
W 1311
1.7
3.9
1.6
3 0256
0859
F 1522
1.7
3.9
1.4
18 0245
0848
SA 1512
1.5
4.2
1.0
3 0154
0732
F 1419
2.1
3.5
1.8
18 0150
0728
SA 1413
1.8
3.8
1.4
3 0256
0853
M 1511
1.5
3.8
1.2
18 0300
0900
TU 1518
1.0
4.2
0.7
2004 3.8 1914 3.8 2134 3.9 2121 4.2 2014 3.6 2018 4.0 2124 4.1 2133 4.5
4 0218
0826
W 1449
1.7
4.0
1.5
19 0141
0751
TH 1417
1.6
4.1
1.4
4 0342
0947
SA 1605
1.5
4.0
1.2
19 0336
0940
SU 1600
1.1
4.4
0.6
4 0243
0834
SA 1503
1.8
3.7
1.5
19 0239
0834
SU 1500
1.4
4.1
1.0
4 0333
0937
TU 1548
1.2
4.1
0.9
19 0341
1012
W 1559
0.7
4.4
0.4
2054 3.9 2031 4.1 2220 4.1 2241 4.5 2109 3.9 2109 4.3 2202 4.3 2242 4.6
5 0308
0917
TH 1535
1.5
4.1
1.3
20 0243
0858
F 1514
1.4
4.3
1.0
5 0424 1.3
1030 4.2
SU 1645 1.0
20 0422 0.7
1029 4.6
M 1644 0.3
5 0324
0925
SU 1543
1.5
3.9
1.2
20 0324
0925
M 1544
1.0
4.3
0.6
5 0408
1016
W 1623
1.0
4.2
0.8
20 0422 0.5
1051 4.5
TH 1640 0.4
2147 4.0 2131 4.3 9 2257 4.2 4 2319 4.6 2156 4.1 2226 4.6 2233 4.3 4 2320 4.6
6 0354 1.4
1002 4.2
F 1619 1.2
21 0339 1.1
0950 4.5
SA 1607 0.7
6 0503
1110
M 1722
1.2
4.2
0.9
21 0505 0.4
1131 4.7
TU 1727 0.1
6 0403
1008
M 1620
1.2
4.1
0.9
21 0406 0.6
1031 4.6
TU 1626 0.3
6 0440
1048
TH 1656
0.8
4.3
0.7
21 0501
1132
F 1719
0.4
4.4
0.4
9 2231 4.1 4 2249 4.5 2333 4.2 2232 4.2 4 2302 4.7 9 2308 4.4 2359 4.5
7 0438
1046
SA 1701
1.4
4.2
1.1
22 0430
1038
SU 1656
0.8
4.6
0.5
7 0539 1.1
1142 4.2
TU 1755 0.9
22 0001
0547
W 1213
4.7
0.3
4.7
7 0439 1.0
1042 4.2
TU 1656 0.8
22 0446
1111
W 1705
0.3
4.6
0.1
7 0510
1118
F 1725
0.7
4.4
0.6
22 0539 0.5
1215 4.4
SA 1756 0.6
2311 4.2 2332 4.6 1808 0.1 9 2308 4.3 2341 4.7 2336 4.4
8 0520
1125
SU 1740
1.3
4.3
1.1
23 0518 0.7
1147 4.7
M 1741 0.3
8 0002
0608
W 1210
4.2
1.1
4.2
23 0044
0628
TH 1257
4.6
0.4
4.6
8 0512
1119
W 1728
0.9
4.3
0.7
23 0525 0.2
1152 4.6
TH 1744 0.2
8 0540
1214
SA 1755
0.6
4.5
0.6
23 0038
0616
SU 1259
4.4
0.7
4.3
2350 4.2 1822 0.9 1847 0.3 2337 4.3 1833 0.9
9 0557 1.4
1157 4.2
M 1814 1.2
24 0018
0604
TU 1232
4.7
0.6
4.7
9 0034
0633
TH 1242
4.3
1.1
4.3
24 0131
0708
F 1344
4.5
0.5
4.4
9 0542 0.8
1147 4.3
TH 1756 0.7
24 0022
0604
F 1235
4.6
0.3
4.5
9 0033
0611
SU 1251
4.6
0.6
4.5
24 0117
0652
M 1301
4.3
0.9
4.1
1826 0.3 1847 0.9 1927 0.5 1822 0.3 1828 0.7 1911 1.2
10 0024
0628
TU 1230
4.2
1.4
4.2
25 0105
0648
W 1319
4.6
0.6
4.6
10 0130
0702
F 1315
4.4
1.0
4.3
25 0228
0747
SA 1438
4.4
0.8
4.3
10 0007
0608
F 1240
4.4
0.8
4.4
25 0104
0642
SA 1318
4.5
0.5
4.4
10 0050
0647
M 1331
4.5
0.7
4.5
25 0200
0727
TU 1338
4.2
1.2
3.9
1841 1.2 1910 0.4 1917 0.9 2007 0.9 1821 0.7 1859 0.6 1904 0.8 1949 1.6
11 0138
0654
W 1304
4.3
1.4
4.1
26 0157
0732
TH 1409
4.5
0.8
4.4
11 0204
0735
SA 1354
4.4
1.0
4.2
26 0232
0830
SU 1447
4.1
1.2
3.9
11 0101
0636
SA 1313
4.5
0.7
4.5
26 0150
0718
SU 1410
4.4
0.8
4.2
11 0126
0726
TU 1352
4.3
0.9
4.2
26 0153
0806
W 1422
3.8
1.5
3.7
1908 1.2 1954 0.7 1952 0.9 2052 1.4 1852 0.7 1937 1.0 1946 1.1 2036 1.9
12 0128
0726
TH 1338
4.2
1.5
4.1
27 0218
0817
F 1508
4.3
1.0
4.2
12 0220
0816
SU 1437
4.2
1.1
4.1
27 0314
0918
M 1535
3.9
1.6
3.7
12 0135
0709
SU 1352
4.5
0.7
4.4
27 0151
0755
M 1408
4.1
1.2
3.9
12 0209
0810
W 1440
4.1
1.2
4.0
27 0228
0900
TH 1506
3.6
1.8
3.5
1942 1.3 2040 1.0 2035 1.1 5 2146 1.8 1926 0.8 2016 1.5 2035 1.6 5 2153 2.2
13 0238
0803
F 1419
4.2
1.5
4.0
28 0309
0906
SA 1525
4.2
1.3
3.9
13 0307
0902
M 1524
4.1
1.3
4.0
28 0404
1021
TU 1628
3.6
1.9
3.4
13 0155
0747
M 1411
4.4
0.9
4.2
28 0224
0837
TU 1444
3.8
1.5
3.6
13 0257
0908
TH 1539
3.8
1.6
3.7
28 0301
1025
F 1611
3.2
2.1
3.4
2022 1.3 5 2131 1.4 8 2125 1.4 2303 2.1 2006 1.0 2106 1.9 8 2151 2.0 2325 2.3
14 0251
0849
SA 1506
4.1
1.6
3.9
29 0404
1003
SU 1623
4.0
1.7
3.7
14 0356
0959
TU 1618
4.0
1.6
3.7
14 0236
0831
TU 1457
4.2
1.2
4.0
29 0300
0935
W 1522
3.5
1.9
3.3
14 0359
1105
F 1705
3.5
1.9
3.6
29 0555 3.4
1148 2.1
SA 1742 3.5
2110 1.5 2231 1.7 2228 1.7 2053 1.4 5 2227 2.2
15 0341
0943
SU 1600
4.0
1.7
3.8
30 0501
1111
M 1726
3.9
1.9
3.6
15 0452
1116
W 1817
3.8
1.8
3.7
15 0321
0924
W 1551
3.9
1.6
3.7
30 0440 3.4
1113 2.1
TH 1730 3.4
15 0022
0540
SA 1250
2.0
3.5
1.7
30 0039
0606
SU 1254
2.2
3.3
1.9
8 2208 1.6 2344 2.0 2357 1.9 8 2154 1.9 1845 3.8 1854 3.6
31 0556 3.7
1231 2.0
TU 1831 3.5
31 0016
0635
F 1246
2.3
3.4
2.1
1936 3.5

Note Double HWs occur at Southampton. AREA 2 – Central S England
STANDARD TIME (UT) SOUTHAMPTON LAT 50°53’N LONG 1°24’W Dates in red are SPRINGS
YEAR 2023

1 0134
0807
M 1346
2.0
3.6
1.7
16 0142
0741
TU 1401
1.4
4.0
1.2
1 0201
0816
TH 1421
1.5
3.9
1.3
16 0246
0943
F 1505
1.2
4.1
1.2
1 0208
0823
SA 1433
1.3
4.0
1.3
16 0317
1039
SU 1538
1.4
4.1
1.5
1 0345
0959
TU 1610
0.9
4.4
1.0
16 0430
1041
W 1650
1.0
4.2
1.2
1955 3.9 2017 4.3 2041 4.2 2117 4.2 2051 4.2 2143 4.1 9 2218 4.5 4 2251 4.2
2 0217
0816
TU 1430
1.7
3.8
1.4
17 0229
0830
W 1448
1.1
4.1
1.0
2 0245
0858
F 1505
1.2
4.1
1.1
17 0332
1034
SA 1551
1.1
4.1
1.2
2 0301
0918
SU 1525
1.1
4.2
1.1
17 0404 1.2
1016 4.0
M 1624 1.4
2 0435
1114
W 1658
0.6
4.6
0.7
17 0508
1117
TH 1728
0.9
4.2
1.1
2043 4.1 2104 4.4 2120 4.3 2159 4.2 2142 4.4 4 2231 4.1 2305 4.6 2325 4.2
3 0254 1.3
18 0313 0.9
3 0328 0.9
18 0417 1.0
3 0352 0.8
18 0448 1.1
3 0521 0.4
18 0544 0.9
Central S England
0859 4.0 0953 4.3 0944 4.3 1024 4.0 1010 4.4 1101 4.1 1156 4.7 1154 4.3
W 1508 1.1 TH 1531 0.8 SA 1548 0.9 SU 1636 1.2 M 1616 1.0 TU 1708 1.3 TH 1744 0.6 F 1801 1.1
2121 4.3 2224 4.5 2206 4.5 4 2241 4.2 9 2230 4.5 2307 4.1 2356 4.2
4 0329
0939
TH 1545
1.1
4.2
0.9
19 0356 0.7
1035 4.3
F 1613 0.8
4 0410 0.7
1027 4.4
SU 1631 0.8
19 0500
1109
M 1720
1.0
4.1
1.2
4 0442
1124
TU 1706
0.7
4.5
0.9
19 0529
1139
W 1749
1.0
4.1
1.3
4 0008
0606
F 1241
4.7
0.3
4.7
19 0615 1.0
1220 4.3
SA 1827 1.2
2158 4.4 4 2302 4.5 9 2245 4.5 2323 4.2 2320 4.6 2346 4.1 1828 0.5
5 0403 0.8
1017 4.3
F 1620 0.8
20 0436
1121
SA 1654
0.7
4.3
0.8
5 0454
1135
M 1715
0.6
4.5
0.8
20 0542
1152
TU 1802
1.0
4.1
1.3
5 0531 0.5
1211 4.6
W 1754 0.8
20 0607 1.0
1214 4.2
TH 1825 1.3
5 0054
0649
SA 1329
4.6
0.3
4.6
20 0029
0638
SU 1318
4.2
1.0
4.4
9 2235 4.5 2342 4.4 2328 4.5 2358 4.1 1911 0.6 1849 1.2
6 0438
1050
SA 1655
0.7
4.4
0.7
21 0516 0.8
1121 4.2
SU 1734 1.0
6 0538 0.6
1221 4.5
TU 1800 0.9
21 0621 1.1
1230 4.1
W 1841 1.4
6 0025
0619
TH 1259
4.6
0.5
4.6
21 0019
0640
F 1248
4.1
1.1
4.2
6 0142
0732
SU 1424
4.5
0.5
4.5
21 0058
0701
M 1347
4.2
1.0
4.4
2308 4.5 1843 0.8 1855 1.4 1955 0.9 1918 1.2
7 0514
1152
SU 1732
0.6
4.5
0.7
22 0020
0555
M 1203
4.3
0.9
4.1
7 0018
0624
W 1311
4.5
0.7
4.5
22 0038
0657
TH 1307
4.0
1.2
4.0
7 0114
0706
F 1351
4.5
0.6
4.5
22 0050
0706
SA 1359
4.0
1.2
4.2
7 0236
0816
M 1442
4.3
0.8
4.3
22 0132
0733
TU 1423
4.2
1.1
4.4
2350 4.6 1814 1.2 1849 1.0 1916 1.6 1931 0.9 1920 1.4 2042 1.2 1953 1.2
8 0552 0.6
1232 4.5
M 1811 0.8
23 0057
0632
TU 1240
4.2
1.1
4.0
8 0103
0714
TH 1407
4.4
0.9
4.4
23 0115
0730
F 1345
4.0
1.4
4.0
8 0205
0754
SA 1452
4.4
0.7
4.4
23 0126
0733
SU 1352
4.0
1.2
4.1
8 0347
0904
TU 1536
4.2
1.2
4.1
23 0213
0811
W 1441
4.1
1.2
4.2
1852 1.4 1941 1.2 1950 1.7 2020 1.1 1952 1.4 8 2134 1.5 2036 1.4
9 0031
0631
TU 1318
4.5
0.7
4.5
24 0052
0709
W 1324
4.0
1.3
4.0
9 0224
0807
F 1516
4.3
1.1
4.3
24 0149
0805
SA 1426
3.8
1.5
4.0
9 0303
0844
SU 1516
4.3
1.0
4.3
24 0202
0807
M 1434
4.0
1.3
4.1
9 0355
1001
W 1635
3.8
1.6
4.0
24 0301
0856
TH 1527
4.0
1.5
4.0
1852 1.0 1931 1.6 2039 1.4 2029 1.8 2114 1.3 2031 1.5 2238 1.8 5 2128 1.7
10 0112
0715
W 1411
4.3
0.9
4.3
25 0132
0747
TH 1406
3.9
1.5
3.9
10 0253
0908
SA 1538
4.0
1.3
4.1
25 0232
0847
SU 1507
3.7
1.6
3.9
10 0412
0939
M 1613
4.1
1.2
4.2
25 0245
0849
TU 1518
3.9
1.4
4.1
10 0459
1108
TH 1731
3.7
1.9
3.8
25 0352
0954
F 1616
3.8
1.8
3.8
1940 1.3 2015 1.9 8 2143 1.6 2116 1.8 8 2212 1.5 5 2118 1.6 2354 2.0 2239 1.9
11 0157
0806
TH 1521
4.1
1.2
4.1
26 0210
0833
F 1450
3.7
1.7
3.7
11 0356
1013
SU 1643
3.9
1.4
4.1
26 0320
0939
M 1554
3.7
1.7
3.8
11 0432
1038
TU 1711
3.9
1.5
4.1
26 0335
0940
W 1604
3.8
1.6
3.9
11 0605
1225
F 1831
3.6
2.1
3.7
26 0531 3.7
1118 2.1
SA 1719 3.7
2039 1.7 2110 2.0 2250 1.6 5 2211 1.9 2316 1.7 2216 1.7
12 0253
0917
F 1544
3.8
1.6
3.8
27 0253
0935
SA 1545
3.5
1.9
3.7
12 0459
1119
M 1745
3.8
1.5
4.1
27 0411
1038
TU 1646
3.6
1.8
3.8
12 0532 3.8
1143 1.6
W 1808 4.0
27 0425
1043
TH 1657
3.7
1.7
3.8
12 0111
0714
SA 1338
1.9
3.6
2.1
27 0014
0601
SU 1300
2.0
3.5
2.1
8 2206 1.9 5 2215 2.1 2358 1.6 2312 1.9 2324 1.8 1938 3.7 1848 3.7
13 0409
1047
SA 1704
3.7
1.7
3.9
28 0348
1040
SU 1640
3.4
1.9
3.6
13 0605 3.8
1224 1.5
TU 1847 4.1
28 0506 3.5
1139 1.8
W 1744 3.8
13 0024
0633
TH 1249
1.7
3.7
1.7
28 0523 3.6
1154 1.8
F 1801 3.8
13 0215
0819
SU 1437
1.8
3.7
1.9
28 0145
0751
M 1419
1.7
3.9
1.7
2333 1.9 2318 2.1 1906 3.9 2035 3.8 2021 4.1
14 0528 3.7
1204 1.6
SU 1819 4.0
29 0453 3.3
1143 1.9
M 1751 3.7
14 0101
0707
W 1323
1.5
3.9
1.4
29 0012
0612
TH 1239
1.8
3.6
1.7
14 0129
0738
F 1351
1.7
3.7
1.7
29 0034
0634
SA 1306
1.8
3.6
1.8
14 0305
0913
M 1526
1.5
3.9
1.6
29 0248
0900
TU 1513
1.3
4.2
1.3
1941 4.1 1846 3.9 2005 4.0 1911 3.9 2129 4.0 2115 4.4
15 0045
0637
M 1308
1.7
3.8
1.4
30 0019
0613
TU 1241
2.0
3.5
1.8
15 0157
0802
TH 1416
1.4
3.9
1.3
30 0112
0721
F 1338
1.6
3.8
1.5
15 0227
0946
SA 1448
1.5
4.0
1.6
30 0145
0756
SU 1416
1.6
3.8
1.6
15 0349
1001
TU 1609
1.3
4.1
1.4
30 0337
0949
W 1600
0.8
4.5
0.9
1922 4.1 1858 3.8 2032 4.2 1951 4.1 2057 4.0 2029 4.1 2211 4.1 2202 4.6
31 0114
0723
W 1334
1.8
3.7
1.6
31 0249
0906
M 1517
1.3
4.1
1.3
31 0422 0.5
1058 4.7
TH 1644 0.6
1953 4.0 2127 4.3 9 2306 4.8

Southampton Note Double HWs occur at Southampton.
STANDARD TIME (UT) SOUTHAMPTON LAT 50°53’N LONG 1°24’W Dates in red are SPRINGS
YEAR 2023

1 0504
1138
F 1726
0.2
4.8
0.4
16 0515
1124
SA 1730
0.9
4.4
1.0
1 0521 0.3
1157 4.8
SU 1741 0.4
16 0508
1121
M 1721
0.9
4.5
0.9
1 0033
0613
W 1256
4.5
1.0
4.5
16 0010
0547
TH 1203
4.6
1.0
4.5
1 0026
0638
F 1237
4.2
1.4
4.2
16 0046
0624
SA 1237
4.6
1.1
4.5
2348 4.8 2332 4.3 2356 4.5 1834 1.0 1807 0.9 1857 1.3 1848 0.9
2 0545 0.2
1219 4.8
SA 1807 0.4
17 0543
1150
SU 1754
0.9
4.4
1.0
2 0008
0600
M 1238
4.7
0.4
4.7
17 0535 0.9
1214 4.6
TU 1750 0.9
2 0129
0652
TH 1345
4.3
1.3
4.3
17 0052
0627
F 1246
4.5
1.2
4.5
2 0111
0720
SA 1318
4.1
1.7
4.0
17 0135
0712
SU 1327
4.5
1.2
4.4
2358 4.4 1820 0.6 1912 1.3 1849 1.1 1938 1.5 1937 1.1
3 0031
0626
SU 1305
4.7
0.3
4.7
18 0606 1.0
1244 4.5
M 1818 1.0
3 0052
0638
TU 1324
4.6
0.7
4.6
18 0028
0605
W 1227
4.6
1.0
4.5
3 0123
0735
F 1337
4.1
1.7
4.0
18 0141
0712
SA 1330
4.4
1.4
4.3
3 0151
0805
SU 1359
4.0
1.9
3.8
18 0231
0805
M 1448
4.4
1.4
4.3
1847 0.5 1859 0.9 1823 1.0 1956 1.7 1936 1.4 2024 1.8 2031 1.3
4 0117
0706
M 1356
4.6
0.5
4.6
19 0053
0631
TU 1314
4.5
1.0
4.5
4 0141
0717
W 1329
4.4
1.1
4.2
19 0106
0640
TH 1301
4.5
1.1
4.4
4 0206
0828
SA 1415
3.8
2.0
3.7
19 0239
0805
SU 1421
4.3
1.7
4.0
4 0241
0857
M 1445
3.9
2.1
3.7
19 0339 4.3
0904 1.6
TU 1519 4.1
1927 0.8 1847 1.0 1938 1.3 1859 1.1 2056 2.0 2036 1.7 2121 2.0 5 2133 1.4
5 0208
0746
TU 1409
4.4
0.9
4.3
20 0128
0702
W 1330
4.5
1.0
4.4
5 0147
0759
TH 1407
4.0
1.5
4.0
20 0149
0719
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4.4
1.3
4.3
5 0258 3.6
0947 2.3
SU 1453 3.4
20 0358 4.1
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M 1525 3.8
5 0329
1000
TU 1537
3.8
2.2
3.5
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1011
W 1620
4.1
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2010 1.2 1923 1.1 2023 1.7 1941 1.4 8 2222 2.2 5 2206 1.8 8 2225 2.1 2242 1.6
6 0223 4.0
0831 1.3
W 1452 4.0
21 0209
0740
TH 1409
4.4
1.2
4.3
6 0227 3.7
0853 2.0
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21 0211
0805
SA 1426
4.1
1.7
4.0
6 0414
1109
M 1733
3.6
2.4
3.6
21 0419
1055
TU 1645
3.9
2.0
3.8
6 0425
1106
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3.7
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21 0503
1122
TH 1724
4.1
1.8
3.9
8 2058 1.6 2003 1.3 8 2128 2.1 2032 1.8 2335 2.2 2331 1.8 2329 2.1 2352 1.6
7 0309
0925
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3.8
1.8
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22 0232 4.1
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7 0314
1019
SA 1716
3.4
2.3
3.7
22 0302 3.8
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SU 1519 3.7
7 0616 3.8
1214 2.3
TU 1834 3.6
22 0536 4.0
1211 1.9
W 1800 3.9
7 0528
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TH 1751
3.7
2.2
3.5
22 0610 4.1
1232 1.7
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3.5
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3.6
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23 0418 3.7
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M 1651 3.6
8 0034
0627
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2.1
3.7
2.1
23 0037
0648
TH 1310
1.6
4.2
1.6
8 0027
0633
F 1301
2.0
3.9
2.0
23 0056
0711
SA 1331
1.6
4.2
1.5
2332 2.2 2205 2.1 1942 3.7 1907 4.0 1858 3.7 1935 4.0
9 0536 3.5
1210 2.3
SA 1801 3.5
24 0417 3.5
1116 2.3
SU 1649 3.5
9 0019
0606
M 1252
2.2
3.5
2.3
24 0017
0554
TU 1254
1.9
3.8
2.0
9 0126
0728
TH 1356
1.9
3.9
1.8
24 0132
0745
F 1401
1.4
4.4
1.3
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0730
SA 1345
1.8
4.0
1.8
24 0152
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SU 1424
1.5
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10 0053
0645
SU 1323
2.1
3.5
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25 0033
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2.1
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0715
TU 1348
2.0
3.6
2.0
25 0117
0724
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1.6
4.1
1.6
10 0211
0819
F 1436
1.6
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1.6
25 0220
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1.2
4.5
1.1
10 0203
0823
SU 1427
1.6
4.2
1.5
25 0243
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M 1512
1.4
4.3
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1910 3.5 1841 3.7 1936 3.6 1938 4.1 2038 4.0 2054 4.3 2045 4.1 2212 4.2
11 0155
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M 1419
1.9
3.6
2.0
26 0143
0746
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1.7
4.0
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11 0208
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1.7
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1.2
11 0250
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1.3
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4.3
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26 0331
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SOUTHAMPTON GI: Tidal curves:

MEAN SPRING AND NEAP CURVES
H.W.Hts.m.
0 1 2 3 4 5
M.H.W.S.
M.H.W.N.
0.9
0.8
0.7
CHART DATUM
0.6
Factor
0.5
0.4
Central S England
0.3
0.2 MEAN RANGES

M.L.W.N.
M.L.W.S.
Springs 4.0m
Neaps 1.9m
0.1
0 1 2 3 H.W -5h -4 h -3h -2h -1h L.W +1 h +2 h +3 h +4 h +5h +6 h H.W

L.W.Hts.m.
9.2.20 SOUTHAMPTON SHELTER Good in most winds, although a choppy sea builds in SE
winds >F4, when it may be best to shelter in marinas. u berths
Hampshire 50°52’·65N 01°23’·37W 11122233 available in Hythe, Town Quay, Ocean Village, Shamrock Quay
CHARTS AC 2036, 2041, 5600; Imray C3, C15, 2200 and Kemp’s Marinas. No specific yacht anchorages but temporary
x is permitted (subject to HM) off club moorings at Netley, Hythe,
TIDES HW (1st) –0001 Dover; ML 2·9 Weston and Marchwood in about 2m. Keep clear of all channels
Standard Port SOUTHAMPTON | and Hythe Pier. Public moorings for larger yachts opposite Royal
Pier near Gymp Elbow PHM buoy in 4m (contact HM); nearest
Times Height (metres) landing is at Town Quay Marina.
0400 1100 0000 0600 4·5 3·7 1·8 0·5 NAVIGATION WPT 50°50’·0N 01°18’·6W, just S of Hamble Point
1600 2300 1200 1800 SCM, to Weston Shelf SHM buoy 312°/4M. Main channels are well
Differences REDBRIDGE marked.
–0020 +0005 0000 –0005 –0·1 –0·1 –0·1 –0·1 • For a Yachtsman’s Guide see www.southamptonvts.co.uk.
NOTE: At springs there are two separate HWs about 2hrs apart; at • Yachts should keep just outside the buoyed lit fairway
neaps there is a long stand. Predictions are for the first HW when and when crossing it should do so at 90°, abeam Fawley chy,
there are two, otherwise for the middle of the stand. NE gales and at Cadland and Greenland buoys, abeam Hythe and abeam
a high barometer may lower sea level by 0·6m. Town Quay.
55' Kemps
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Ferries
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SOUTHAMPTON VTS
Itchen VHF CH 12
50°54'N Marina Oc.R.5s
Hotels
(Conspic) SOUTHAMPTON 45
Royal Itchen Bridge
Southampton Southampton
Yacht Club (23m clearance)
Boat Show
(September)
WOOLSTON
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24 Royal Ferr y
Pier ITCHEN: All lights on
RIVER ITCHEN:
ay
Town
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Marina 55 and on the E bank 2F.G(vert),
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Pier Head 26
Ocean
Village unless otherwise marked.
To
G 37 Marina
Q.G
Eastern Docks Caution: Large Vessels Manœuvring with
Oc.R.4s 4 tugs assisting may be encountered within
the area of this chartlet. Keep
Keep well
well clear.
Gymp Elbow Main buoyed channel (R. Test to W. Bramble)
Bramble)
R Ro Ro FI.G.7s maintained to depth of 12.6m
38 Ocean RoRo
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Terminal WESTON SHELF
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14 13
4F.G VTS Silos
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Mast G
13 Dock (Mar-Oct)
Head
High Y
24 Speed 02
Ferries 06
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09 02
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HYTHE
Hythe Pier 62 11
47
01°23'W
102
22'
230
SOUTHAMPTON continued Fuel P from Itchen Marina e80631500 above Itchen Bridge,
nearest petrol by hose is from Hythe marina.
• Caution: several large unlit mooring buoys off Hythe, both sides
of the main chan, and elsewhere. Hards at Hythe, Cracknore, Eling, Mayflower Park (Test), Northam
(Itchen). Public landings at Cross House hard, Cross House slip, Block
• Frequent hi-speed and RoRo ferries operate through the area. House hard (Itchen), Carnation public hard and Cowporters.
• Essential to keep clear of very large tankers operating from City All facilities services z X, Car ferry/passenger catamaran to
Fawley and commercial shipping from Southampton. NB IoW, e019192; ferry Town Quay to Hythe e840722.
Precautionary Area between Cowes and Calshot. Reference ABP publish a Yachtsman’s Guide to Southampton
R Test There is foul ground at Marchwood and Royal Pier; extensive Water obtainable from VTS Centre, Berth 37, Eastern Docks,
container port further upstream. Eling Chan dries. Southampton SO1 1GG. Please send sae.
R Itchen Care is necessary, particularly at night. Above Itchen YACHT CLUBS

Bridge the chan bends sharply to port and favours the W bank. Royal Southampton YC e223352, www.rysc.org.uk.
There are unlit moorings in the centre of the river. Navigation Southampton SC e446575.
above Northam Bridge (4·7m clearance) is not advisable. Speed Netley SC e454272; Weston SC e452527; Eling SC e863987.
limit 6kn in both rivers N of a line Hythe Pier to Weston Shelf. Hythe SC e846563; Marchwood YC e666141 ! y G g(10t) T.
Central S England
LIGHTS AND MARKS See 9.2.4.
Hythe Marina Village, close NW of Hythe Pier: appr chan marked
by ECM lit Bn and PHM lit Bn. 9.2.21 RIVER HAMBLE
Hampshire 50°51’·0N 01°18’·50W 111222333
Southampton Water divides into Rivers Test and Itchen at Dock
Head which is easily identified by conspic silos and a high lattice CHARTS AC 2036, 2022, 5600; Imray C3, C15, 2200
mast showing traffic sigs which are mandatory for commercial
TIDES +0020, –0010 Dover; ML 2·9
vessels, but may be disregarded by yachts outside the main chans.
Beware large ships manoeuvring off Dock Head, and craft leaving Standard Port SOUTHAMPTON |
either river.
Ent to R Itchen marked by SHM Oc G 4s, beyond which piles with High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS
G lts mark E side of chan ldg to Itchen bridge (24·4m); a FW lt at 0400 1100 0000 0600 4·5 3·7 1·8 0·5
bridge centre marks the main chan. 1600 2300 1200 1800
Above Itchen Bridge, marked by 2 FR (vert) and 2 FG (vert), the Differences WARSASH
principal marks are: Crosshouse lit Bn; Chapel lit Bn. Caution: large +0020 +0010 +0010 0000 0·0 +0·1 +0·1 +0·3
unlit mooring buoys in middle of river. BURSLEDON
+0020 +0020 +0010 +0010 +0·1 +0·1 +0·2 +0·2
COMMUNICATIONS (Code 02380) Hythe Medical Centre e845955; CALSHOT CASTLE
E 777222. HM ABP & VTS 330022 (339733 outside HO). 0000 +0025 0000 0000 0·0 0·0 +0·2 +0·3
Vessel Traffic Services Call: Southampton VTS Ch 12 14 16 (H24). NOTE: Double HWs occur at or near sp; at other times there is a
Small craft traffic info broadcast on Ch 12 on the hour 0600-2200 stand of about 2hrs. Predictions are for the first HW if there are
Fri-Sun and Bank Holidays from Easter to last weekend in Oct. From two or for the middle of the stand. NE gales can decrease depths
1 Jun to 30 Sep broadcasts are every day at the same times. by 0·6m.
Southampton Hbr Patrol Call: Southampton Patrol VHF Ch 12 16,
01-28, 60-88 (H24). Marinas VHF Ch 80 M. SHELTER Excellent, with us berths at five main marinas, and at
YCs, SCs, BYs and on some Hbr Authority pontoons. Jetty in front
Fuel barges in R Itchen, call Wyefuel Ch 08. of B/W HM’s Office Warsash has limited us berths and some us
FACILITIES Marinas: berths at Public Jetty on W bank near Bugle Inn car park. Pontoons
Hythe Marina Village e 207073 Ch 80 (call ahead), dredged 2·5m. at all marinas are lettered A, B et seq from the S end. In mid-stream
Access H24 IPTS at lock (2 { over | = free flow) (lock width 8m; max between Warsash and Hamble Pt Marina is a clearly marked u
LOA 18m). Waiting pontoon outside lock. Ferries from Hythe pier to pontoon, between piles B1 to B6.
Town Quay and Ocean Village. 210&+u £4·25<12·5m>£4·95<18m NAVIGATION WPT Hamble Point SCM buoy, 50°50´·15N 01°18´·66W,
(inc é), ) Ä i P P ä : è à e(30t) g(12t) F Q T. is in the centre of the W sector of Dir 352°, Oc (2) WRG 12s; Nos
Ocean Village Marina www.oceanvillagemarina.co.uk e229385 1, 3, 5, piles are on the E edge of the G sector.
access H24 u pre-book Ch 80 = 450& £3·90<12·5m>£5·45<18m River can be very crowded and õ is prohibited below the bridges.
18m>£6·05<24m (inc é), ) v i ä : F ! Q T. Unlit piles and buoys are a danger at night. Yachts are advised not
Itchen Marina (50) e631500, VHF Ch 12. No u berths, but will to use spinnakers above Warsash Maritime Academy jetty.
assist a vessel in difficulty, P Ü g(40t). Bridge clearances: Road 3·5m; Rly 5·5m; M27 3·8m.
Shamrock Quay Marina www.shamrockquaymarina co.uk Ch 80 LIGHTS AND MARKS Dir N, Oc (2) WRG 12s, 351°-W-353°, leads
e 229461 access H24 u pre-book 220&+40u £4·25<12·5m>£5·45 352° into river ent. and when midway between No 5 and 7 bns
<18m>£6·05 (inc é), v i ä : è à e (63t) g(12t) F ! Q T. alter 028° in the white sector, 027°-W-029°, of Dir N, Iso WRG 6s.
Kemps Quay e632323, 260& (all but 50 dry) u welcome £4·26, Piles Nos 1–10 (to either side of the above 352° and 028° tracks)
G P i : g(5t). are lit and fitted with radar reflector.
Saxon Wharf www.saxonwharf.co.uk e339490 Superyacht service Above Warsash, pontoons and jetties on the E side are marked
centre and dry-stack. u ) G é ä : è F wi-fi. by 2FG (vert) lts, and those on the W side by 2FR (vert) lts. Lateral
piles are mostly Fl G 4s or Fl R 4s (see chartlet).
Town Quay Marina b info@townquay.com access H24
(2·6m) e234397, mob 07764 293588; entrance is a dogleg COMMUNICATIONS (Code 02380) Seastart 0800 885500. HM 01489
between two floating wavebreaks (N 2 FR and N 2 FG) which 576387, HM patrol mob 07718 146380/81.
appear continuous from seaward. Beware adjacent fast ferries. Commercial/all vessels >20m call: Hamble Harbour Radio Ch 68
Craft >20m LOA must get clearance from Southampton VTS to ent/ (Apr-Sep: daily 0700-2230. Oct-Mar: daily 0700-1900). Marinas Ch
dep Town Quay marina. 133& inc u £3·80, short stay £15<13m, 80 M. Water Taxi e07827157155. See also The Central Solent for
) v Q T. VTS and info broadcasts.
231
Hamble – Ryde
Cabin BY FACILITIES Marinas from seaward:

Air gauge RK Marine Hamble Pt Marina : www.hamblepointmarina.co.uk e452464,
Deacons BY access H24, pre-book Ch 80. 220& £4·25, short stay
Air gauge £10·15<15m< £14·95; ä : T è e(65t) g(7t) ! T.
53'
Elephant BY
Swanwick
Marina Stone Pier Yard e01489 579589, access H24, 56& £4·00,
(2F.R at pierhead) <4hrs £8; G é ä : à Ü g(10t) F. Nearby: Y W !.
SWANWICK
BURSLEDON Jolly Sailor rd Port Hamble Marina www.porthamblemarina.co.uk e452741
Hard Ha access H24 pre-book, Ch 80. 310&+u £4·25<15m< £5·45, short
0 800 FI.G.4s stay £10·15 <15m< £14·95; v P P i T ä g(7t) F T.
metres 18
cables Q.R Tide gauge Hamble Yacht Services e454111 access H24, u pre-book, Ch 80.
0 4
3
Q.G = P P i : è T à e.
Salterns BY
FI.G.4s Mercury Yacht Hbr www.mercuryyachtharbour.co.uk e455994,
access H24, pre-book Ch 80. 346&+u £4·25<12.5m< £5·45<18m<
13 £6·50, short stay £10·15 <15m< £14·95; = v i : è à F T.
Universal
Marina
Universal Marina b e01489 574272, access H24, pre-book Ch 80.
FI.G.4s 249&+u £4·15<12m< £5·00<18m< £5·50, short stay £1·60/m min
FI.R.4s £12·80; v i ä : à d e(75t) g(7t) T café.
Q.G
Tide gauge Swanwick Marina e01489 884081 (H24), 380&+u £4·15<12m<
Boatsheds 09 £5·00<18m< £5·50 <20m< £6·00, short stay £1·60/m min £12·80, Ä
v P P i ä : T à e(65t) g(12t) F Y ! @.
Q.G
2
Q.R
Mercury Yacht Hr Deacons Marina deacons@boatfolk.co.uk e402253, 130&incu
call ahead for berth, ä : T à e(20t) F T wi-fi.
Pile
N
s
2 The Harbour Authority Warsash in front of conspic B/W HM’s Office

FI.R.4s Jetty & £3, short stay £8<12m<£10.
u pontoons in mid-stream £2, short stay £5<12m<£8,
52'
Ä, toilets ashore.
s
Pile
3 Hamble Jetty on W bank near the Bugle Inn car park & £2·50,
short stay £8<12m<£10
27 FI.G.4s HM Ch 68 See www.hants.gov.uk/hamble harbour.
FI.R.4s
YACHT CLUBS
Hamble Yacht 4 Hamble River SC e452070
Services
Port Hamble RAFYC e452208, y Q T
Royal Southern YC e450300
RAFYC All unmarked lights on Warsash SC e01489 583575.
the E bank are 2FG(vert),
HAMBLE and on the W bank 2FR(vert)
RSNYC FI.G.4s SERVICES Wide range of marine services available; consult marina/
3 HM for locations. Hamble River Guide available from HM.
Hards At Warsash, Hamble and Swanwick.
Hard
Slips at Warsash, Hamble, Bursledon and Lower Swanwick.
43 Yachts are advised not to
HRSC
use spinnakers above Warsash
Maintenance piles at Warsash by HM’s slipway; on W bank upriver
Maritime Academy Jetty of public jetty near Bugle; by slip opposite Swanwick Marina.
Fl.R.4s
WARSASH Y (Hamble, Bursledon, Warsash and Lower Swanwick); (Hamble,
Stone Pier Yard Bursledon, Sarisbury Green, Swanwick, Warsash).
Warsash SC z (Hamble and Bursledon); X (Southampton).
Hamble Pt Hard
Marina Dir Iso.WRG.6s ADJACENT HARBOURS
Fl(2+1)R.10s2M ASHLETT CREEK, Hants, 50°50’·01N 01°19’·49W. AC 5600, 2038,
50°51'N Hamble 49 2022. Tides approx as Calshot Castle (opposite). Small drying
Point Q.G (2·1m) inlet across from R Hamble; best for shoal-draught vessels.
Dir Oc(2) Quay
WRG.12s Appr at HW close to Fawley Marine Terminal. Unlit chan, marked
by 3 PHM buoys, then in sequence a pair of PHM and SHM buoys,
Fl.R.4s
No10 Warsash Jetty a PHM beacon and SHM buoy (No 7). Then follow PHM and SHM
Fl.G.4s
Warsash Maritime beacons. The single dog leg is indicated by an arrow on a PHM.
Fl.R.4s Centre
No8 No9 A final SHM buoy leads to the drying sailing club pontoon or the
CAUTION
drying quay. Ldg bns are hard to find; local knowledge desirable.
2 Drying/shoal area extends Berth at drying quay. Facilities: ! = G Hard T. Ashlett SC.
09 Dn into channel between
No6 Q.G No 7 & No 9 beacons
Q.R No7 HILL HEAD, Hants, 50°49´·08N 01°14´·54W. AC 5600, 2036, 2022.
HW +0030 on Dover; use LEE-ON-SOLENT differences. Short term
Fl.G.4s
W No5 x for small craft at mouth of R Meon. Bar dries ¼M offshore. Ent
Fl.R.4s dries 1·2m at MLWS. Appr on 030° towards Hill Head SC ho (W,
No4
Fl.G.4s
No3
conspic); Small hbr to W inside ent (very narrow due to silting)
where small yachts can lie in soft mud alongside wall. Facilities: Hill
Q(3)10s Q.G Head SC e(01329) 664843. Hill Head village Ä Ç F Y !.
No2 No1
7
Q(6)+LFl.15S
01°19'W YB Hamble Pt
35 18'
232
9.2.22 WOOTTON CREEK 9.2.23 RYDE

Isle of Wight 50°44’·09N 01°12’·77W 112333 Isle of Wight 50°43´·98N 01°09´·31W 112233
CHARTS AC 2036, 2022, 5600; Imray C3, C15, 2200 CHARTS AC 2036, 5600; Imray C3, C15, 2200
TIDES +0023 Dover; ML 2·8. Use RYDE differences. TIDES +0022 Dover; ML 2·8m
RVYC
M
(M o Wootton Bn Standard Port PORTSMOUTH {; Tidal Curve see 9.2.16 0
Starting ayo r i Q
Platform - n 23
FI.Y.5s O c g s High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS
44'·5 t)
0000 0600 0500 1100 4·7 3·8 1·9 0·8
FI(2)G.5s
Wootton Rocks
15 No.1 1200 1800 1700 2300
R 02
15 G
W Differences RYDE
19
03 R
–0010 –0010 –0005 –0005 –0·1 0·0 0·0 0·0
07
FI.G.3s
No3
FI.R.5s
NOTE: Double HWs occur at/near Sp. At other times there is a stand
FI.G.2.5s
Wootton Point
No5 No2 of about 2hrs. Times are for the middle of the stand. See 9.2.17.
16
Central S England
Q.G. FI.R.2.5s
No7 No4 27 Inner Spit
36
11 2
Channel marked 39
by buoys & bcns r aft moorings 2F.R.(vert) RYDE
ll c F.Y(in fog) ROADS
Bell(occas)
Sma
95
3 53
RVYC Oc.WRG.10s 87
50°44'·0N FerryTerminal
27
Beware ferries may 44'·5 33 26 26
operate outside the
gs ft
rin ra
21
oo l c
confines of the
m mal
approach channel 17
S
WOOTTON 24 FISHBOURNE which is maintained 08

to a depth of 3·0m 28 RYDE
N (Fog) Ferry Terminal
03 2F.R
21 (vert) (Fog) SAND
°
/018
09
198°
R N
16
nnel
15 Ryde 14
metres
0 800 Hovercraft
Pier
Cha
cables manoeuvring
Bn
0 4
yed
Wootton Bridge 23
1°13'·0W 12'·5
2
Buo
13'·5 0 metres 400
SHELTER Good except in strong N or E winds. Creek dries above 15

50°
Hovercraft 0 cables 2
the ferry terminal. ABs on RVYC pontoons (dry); No x in the 44'·0
Terminal Fl.G.3s
N F.Y(Tidal)
fairway. Speed limit 5kn. 2F.R(vert)
CB HM Ch 80
NAVIGATION WPT 50°44´·53N 01°12´·13W (60m E of Wootton N bn), A
Q 222°/6·3ca to ferry slip. An obstruction drying 1·4m verges Peel Ryde Leisure
RYDE
Bank 8 Ca NNE of the Starting Platform. Beware seasonal moorings Harbour
(May-Oct) laid between the platform and No 1 bn. Large car ferries 9'·5 01°09'·0W
may operate outside the confines of the approach channel when
proceeding to and from Fishbourne Ferry Terminal.
SHELTER Small harbour 300m E of Ryde Pier; dries approx 2·3m.
LIGHTS AND MARKS Entrance to approach channel due S of SE Berth on E’ly of three pontoons; long and fin keel yachts should
Ryde Middle SCM and 1·75M W of Ryde Pier. From the W, pass N of dry out against the breakwater.
the Starting Platform and No 1 bn. The channel is marked by four
SHM bns and two PHMs, all lit. Keep in W sector of Dir lt, Oc WRG NAVIGATION WPT 50°44’·36N 01°09’·13W (2.7ca E of Ryde Pier),
10s, 221°-G-224°-W-225½°-R-230½°. By ferry terminal, turn onto 197°/3·9ca to harbour ent. From the E beware Ryde Sand (dries).
ldg marks on W shore H J, which form a 2 when in transit 270°. Either pass N of No Man’s Land Fort or use inshore passage
between it and Ryde Sands Bcns (lit PHMs). Drying channel 197°
COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01983) Dr 562955. across Ryde Sands is marked by 3 SHM and 3 PHM unlit buoys.
Beware hovercraft manoeuvring between Ryde pier and marina,
FACILITIES Fishbourne, Royal Victoria YC e882325, = &£2·00/m and High Speed Ferries from/to pierhead.
(shortstay £5·00), G ) Q T. Village Wootton Bridge Ä Ç Y Q
! Q T (Ryde), z (ferry to Portsmouth), X (Southampton). LIGHTS AND MARKS Ryde Church spire (Holy Trinity) brg 200°
gives initial appr. Harbour entrance lights are 2 FR and Fl G 3s 7m
1M. Ryde pier is lit by 3 sets of 2FR (vert) and a FY fog lt vis 045°-
165° and 200°-320°.
COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01983) HM 613903, E 524081.
Ryde Harbour Ch 80.
FACILITIES HM/Marina www.rydeharbour.com e613879. Contact
HM before arrival. = HW–2½ to +HW2, 100&+70u £1.50, short
stay £6. v ) Y Ä Ç (garage 1·25M) i. Internet at HM Office.
Town all domestic facilities nearby ! Q T. Hovercraft from slip
next to hbr to Southsea. Fast cat (passenger) from Ryde Pier to
Portsmouth for mainland z; X Southampton.
233
Bembridge – Portsmouth tides
0
H.W.Hts.m.
1 2 3 4 5 GI: Tidal curves:
PORTSMOUTH
M.H.W.S.
M.H.W.N.
0.9 MEAN SPRING
AND NEAP CURVES
0.8
MEAN RANGES
Springs 3.9m
0.7 Neaps 1.9m
0.6
Factor
0.5
CHART
0.4
0.3
0.2
M.L.W.S.
M.L.W.N.
0.1
0 1 2 3 L.W -6h -5h -4h -3h -2h -1h H.W +1h +2h +3h +4h +5h
L.W.Hts.m.
9.2.24 BEMBRIDGE FACILITIES Duver Marina e872828, +© = 140&u from £4.10,

) v G i ä: è Ü. Drying out area £10 flat rate. St Helen’s Quay
Isle of Wight 50°41’·62N 01°06’·40W 1222333 G F. Bembridge Marina permanent berthholders. Brading Haven
CHARTS AC 2037, 2022, 5600; Imray C9, C3, C15, 2200 YC e872289, G Q T. Bembridge SC e872686.
Town Ä Ç ! Q T Y Q z (Ryde), X (So’ton).
TIDES +0020 Dover
Standard Port PORTSMOUTH {; Tidal Curve see 9.2.16 0 HARBOUR ON THE SOUTH COAST OF THE ISLE OF WIGHT
VENTNOR HAVEN, 50°35’·53N 01°12’·50W. AC 2045. Bkwtrs
Times Height (metres) to protect FVs. Very exposed to E to SSE. 8a (in <F4; seasonal),
High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS e07976 009260 or VHF Ch 17 for availability. t (quay) Ä Ç. Town
0000 0600 0500 1100 4·7 3·8 1·9 0·8 All domestic facilities, some up a steep hill.
1200 1800 1700 2300
Differences BEMBRIDGE APPROACHES 02 Y
–0010 –0005 0000 +0005 +0·1 +0·1 0·0 +0·1 Priory Bay 13 42'·5
BEMBRIDGE HARBOUR 1 21
+0020 0000 +0100 +0020 –1·5 –1·4 –1·3 –1·0 08 04
52
VENTNOR S
–0025 –0030 –0025 –0030 –0·8 –0·6 –0·2 +0·2 01
SANDOWN 18 1
Node's Point
0000 +0005 +0010 +0025 –0·6 –0·5 –0·2 0·0 16
Holiday
Centre
NOTE: Double HWs occur at/near Sp. At other times there is a stand
of about 2hrs. Times are for the middle of the stand. See 9.2.17. 1
St Helen's Fort
2 Fl(3)10s16m18M
2
SHELTER Good, but approach difficult in strong N/NE winds. u 11 3
04 Y
berths on fingers along Duver pontoon dredged to 2m, or dry out, (Ru) St Helen’s Ch 2A Y (Mar-Oct)
with õs fore and aft, on sandy beach to port just inside harbour (W) Seamark
5
ent. No x in chan and hbr, but Priory Bay is 25 05
S 7
sheltered x in winds from S to WNW (dries N 4 BG
inshore but ½M off gives 1·5m). 6 (Mar-Oct)
08 Y
7A 50°42'·0N
6A 02
NAVIGATION Beware the gravel banks (Mar-Oct)
N 13
(07)
between St Helen’s Fort, Nodes Pt and N
to Seaview. The bar, between Nos 2A and 21
8
3 buoys, almost dries. Tide gauge removed. Y (Mar-Oct)
9
02
19 01
Depths over the bar updated every 60s are The Duver
online at www.bembridgeharbour.co.uk. 2 9A 10 13
15
ay
Speed limit 6kn. 2

ew
Bembridge Point 12 17
us
St
Ca
LIGHTS AND MARKS St Helen’s Fort Fl 17 l Craft

Helen’s Duver
al s Marina
Sm ooring
11
(3) 10s 16m 8M; no x within 1ca of Fort.
M 12 Drying out
Conspic W daymark on shore where chan 07
17 s beach
turns S. Pontoons and fingers lit at Duver A E Small 05
14
12A
13 10A
12
and Fishermans Wharf. Beware many unlit Craft
gs ft
Bembridge SC
rin ra
Y racing marks off Bembridge and Seaview Small Moorings

oo l C
Bembridge Craft 13 0 metres 600

M mal
(Mar-Oct). Marina Brading Moorings

S
Haven YC Fisherman's
Wharf
COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01983) Dr 872614; 0 cables 3 41'·5
HM 872828; Hbr staff Ch 80; Water Taxi Ch 80. BEMBRIDGE Houseboats HM Ch 80
01°6'·0W 5'·5 5'·0
234
GI:STANDARD
Tide tables:
TIME (UT) PORTSMOUTH LAT 50°48’N LONG 1°07’W Dates in red are SPRINGS
YEAR 2023

1 0655 4.3
1221 1.8
SU 1913 4.0
16 0538
1056
M 1802
4.0
1.8
3.8
1 0112
0814
W 1352
1.9
3.9
1.8
16 0012
0726
TH 1306
1.8
3.9
1.7
1 0620 3.6
1218 2.0
W 1914 3.5
16 0537 3.8
1104 1.8
TH 1839 3.7
1 0135
0824
SA 1357
2.1
3.6
1.8
16 0131
0815
SU 1352
1.7
4.0
1.3
2326 1.7 2055 3.8 2015 3.9 2106 3.9 2056 4.4
2 0042
0753
M 1320
1.7
4.2
1.7
17 0642 4.0
1212 1.7
TU 1913 3.9
2 0215
0915
TH 1447
1.9
4.0
1.6
17 0143
0844
F 1419
1.7
4.1
1.4
2 0051
0744
TH 1331
2.1
3.6
2.0
17 0025
0717
F 1309
2.0
3.8
1.7
2 0228
0917
SU 1442
1.8
3.8
1.6
17 0223
0907
M 1441
1.3
4.3
1.0
2015 4.0 2155 4.0 2124 4.1 2033 3.6 2010 3.9 2148 4.1 2144 4.6
3 0138 1.7
18 0042 1.7
3 0309 1.7
18 0248 1.4
3 0203 2.0
18 0148 1.7
3 0307 1.5
18 0308 1.0
Central S England
0849 4.2 0750 4.1 1003 4.1 0941 4.3 0852 3.7 0833 4.0 0957 4.1 0951 4.5
TU 1412 1.6 W 1322 1.6 F 1534 1.4 SA 1516 1.1 F 1430 1.7 SA 1414 1.4 M 1520 1.3 TU 1526 0.8
2116 4.1 2024 4.0 2238 4.2 2217 4.4 2135 3.9 2113 4.2 2224 4.3 2226 4.7
4 0230
0938
W 1501
1.6
4.3
1.5
19 0149
0854
TH 1424
1.5
4.3
1.3
4 0354
1045
SA 1616
1.5
4.2
1.2
19 0342
1029
SU 1605
1.1
4.6
0.7
4 0256
0943
SA 1515
1.8
3.9
1.5
19 0243
0927
SU 1504
1.4
4.3
1.0
4 0341
1034
TU 1554
1.3
4.2
1.0
19 0350
1033
W 1607
0.8
4.6
0.6
2210 4.2 2129 4.2 2316 4.3 2304 4.6 2217 4.1 2202 4.5 2257 4.4 2306 4.8
5 0318
1022
TH 1546
1.6
4.4
1.3
20 0249
0951
F 1521
1.3
4.5
1.1
5 0435 1.3
1123 4.3
SU 1654 1.0
20 0429 0.8
1113 4.7
M 1651 0.4
5 0337
1024
SU 1553
1.5
4.1
1.2
20 0330
1012
M 1549
1.0
4.5
0.7
5 0414
1108
W 1628
1.1
4.4
0.9
20 0430 0.6
1115 4.6
TH 1648 0.6
2254 4.3 2225 4.5 9 2354 4.4 4 2350 4.8 2253 4.3 2247 4.7 2330 4.5 4 2347 4.8
6 0404 1.5
1102 4.4
F 1630 1.2
21 0345 1.1
1040 4.6
SA 1613 0.8
6 0511 1.2
1200 4.4
M 1729 1.0
21 0513 0.6
1157 4.8
TU 1734 0.3
6 0413
1101
M 1629
1.3
4.3
1.0
21 0413 0.7
1055 4.7
TU 1632 0.4
6 0446
1140
TH 1701
0.9
4.4
0.8
21 0510 0.6
1159 4.6
F 1727 0.6
9 2335 4.4 4 2315 4.6 2328 4.4 4 2330 4.8 9
7 0447 1.4
1141 4.4
SA 1710 1.1
22 0437 0.9
1127 4.8
SU 1702 0.6
7 0029
0545
TU 1235
4.5
1.1
4.4
22 0036
0555
W 1242
4.9
0.5
4.8
7 0447 1.1
1137 4.4
TU 1702 0.9
22 0454 0.5
1137 4.7
W 1713 0.3
7 0001
0518
F 1211
4.6
0.8
4.5
22 0026
0548
SA 1243
4.7
0.7
4.6
1800 0.9 1816 0.3 9 1733 0.7 1805 0.8
8 0013
0527
SU 1219
4.4
1.4
4.4
23 0003
0525
M 1212
4.8
0.8
4.8
8 0103
0614
W 1306
4.5
1.1
4.4
23 0126
0637
TH 1330
4.8
0.5
4.7
8 0002
0519
W 1210
4.5
1.0
4.4
23 0013
0534
TH 1221
4.8
0.4
4.7
8 0031
0549
SA 1242
4.6
0.7
4.5
23 0105
0625
SU 1328
4.7
0.8
4.5
1747 1.1 1749 0.5 1829 0.9 1856 0.4 1733 0.8 1753 0.4 1805 0.7 1841 1.0
9 0051
0603
M 1254
4.5
1.4
4.4
24 0054
0611
TU 1300
4.8
0.7
4.8
9 0135
0642
TH 1336
4.4
1.1
4.3
24 0220
0717
F 1420
4.8
0.7
4.6
9 0034
0548
TH 1240
4.5
0.9
4.4
24 0057
0613
F 1306
4.8
0.5
4.7
9 0101
0621
SU 1315
4.6
0.7
4.5
24 0143
0700
M 1411
4.5
1.0
4.4
1819 1.1 1834 0.5 1857 0.9 1936 0.7 1803 0.8 1831 0.5 1838 0.8 1918 1.3
10 0126
0634
TU 1327
4.4
1.4
4.3
25 0149
0656
W 1351
4.8
0.8
4.7
10 0205
0711
F 1405
4.4
1.1
4.3
25 0305
0758
SA 1510
4.7
1.0
4.4
10 0104
0616
F 1309
4.5
0.8
4.4
25 0141
0651
SA 1352
4.7
0.7
4.6
10 0133
0656
M 1354
4.5
0.8
4.5
25 0220
0736
TU 1452
4.3
1.3
4.2
1849 1.2 1919 0.6 1927 0.9 2017 1.0 1831 0.8 1908 0.8 1914 0.9 1956 1.6
11 0200
0704
W 1358
4.4
1.4
4.3
26 0250
0742
TH 1446
4.8
0.9
4.6
11 0236
0744
SA 1439
4.4
1.1
4.3
26 0344
0841
SU 1558
4.5
1.3
4.2
11 0132
0646
SA 1338
4.5
0.8
4.4
26 0220
0727
SU 1437
4.6
0.9
4.4
11 0212
0735
TU 1441
4.4
1.0
4.3
26 0258
0815
W 1535
4.1
1.6
4.0
1920 1.2 2004 0.8 2001 1.0 2102 1.4 1901 0.8 1945 1.1 1956 1.2 2043 1.9
12 0233
0736
TH 1433
4.3
1.4
4.2
27 0342
0830
F 1543
4.7
1.2
4.4
12 0311
0823
SU 1520
4.3
1.2
4.2
27 0424
0932
M 1648
4.2
1.6
3.9
12 0201
0718
SU 1412
4.5
0.8
4.4
27 0257
0804
M 1520
4.4
1.2
4.2
12 0300
0821
W 1543
4.2
1.3
4.1
27 0342
0909
TH 1625
3.9
1.9
3.8
1953 1.3 2053 1.1 2042 1.1 5 2200 1.8 1935 0.9 2023 1.5 2048 1.6 5 2215 2.2
13 0310
0813
F 1513
4.3
1.5
4.1
28 0427
0923
SA 1636
4.5
1.4
4.2
13 0355
0909
M 1612
4.2
1.3
4.0
28 0512
1051
TU 1752
3.9
1.9
3.7
13 0235
0755
M 1453
4.4
1.0
4.3
28 0335
0845
TU 1604
4.1
1.6
3.9
13 0406
0922
TH 1704
4.0
1.6
3.9
28 0435
1057
F 1739
3.6
2.0
3.7
2032 1.3 5 2148 1.4 8 2132 1.4 2331 2.1 2014 1.1 2111 1.9 8 2208 2.0 2342 2.2
14 0353
0857
SA 1600
4.2
1.6
4.0
29 0513
1026
SU 1731
4.3
1.7
4.0
14 0451
1007
TU 1719
4.0
1.6
3.8
14 0318
0839
TU 1545
4.2
1.2
4.1
29 0418
0945
W 1700
3.8
1.9
3.7
14 0531
1130
F 1836
3.8
1.8
3.9
29 0600 3.4
1209 2.0
SA 1918 3.7
2119 1.5 2255 1.7 2235 1.7 2102 1.4 5 2258 2.2
15 0442
0950
SU 1656
4.1
1.7
3.9
30 0605 4.1
1138 1.8
M 1833 3.8
15 0601 3.9
1127 1.8
W 1845 3.7
15 0417
0934
W 1658
4.0
1.6
3.8
30 0516 3.5
1143 2.1
TH 1838 3.5
15 0024
0705
SA 1253
1.9
3.8
1.6
30 0048
0741
SU 1307
2.1
3.5
1.9
8 2215 1.6 8 2206 1.8 1956 4.1 2023 3.9
31 0005
0708
TU 1248
1.9
3.9
1.9
31 0023
0707
F 1257
2.2
3.4
2.0
1944 3.7 2004 3.6

Portsmouth tides
STANDARD TIME (UT) PORTSMOUTH LAT 50°48’N LONG 1°07’W Dates in red are SPRINGS
YEAR 2023

1 0143
0839
M 1355
1.9
3.8
1.7
16 0153
0841
TU 1411
1.4
4.3
1.2
1 0212
0915
TH 1429
1.5
4.1
1.3
16 0256
0954
F 1514
1.3
4.3
1.3
1 0217
0923
SA 1441
1.4
4.2
1.3
16 0327
1038
SU 1548
1.4
4.2
1.5
1 0351
1056
TU 1616
0.9
4.6
1.0
16 0439
1138
W 1658
1.1
4.4
1.2
2109 4.1 2120 4.6 2136 4.4 2216 4.5 2144 4.4 2243 4.3 9 2305 4.7 4 2343 4.4
2 0224
0923
TU 1435
1.6
4.0
1.4
17 0240
0927
W 1457
1.2
4.4
1.0
2 0254
0955
F 1512
1.2
4.3
1.2
17 0342
1044
SA 1600
1.2
4.3
1.3
2 0309
1015
SU 1533
1.1
4.4
1.2
17 0414 1.2
1120 4.3
M 1634 1.4
2 0441
1143
W 1705
0.7
4.7
0.8
17 0515 1.0
1214 4.5
TH 1733 1.1
2147 4.3 2201 4.7 2214 4.5 2259 4.5 2232 4.6 4 2324 4.4 2350 4.8
3 0300
1000
W 1513
1.4
4.2
1.2
18 0323
1011
TH 1540
1.0
4.5
0.9
3 0336
1035
SA 1555
1.0
4.4
1.0
18 0426 1.1
1131 4.4
SU 1644 1.3
3 0400 0.9
1105 4.5
M 1624 1.0
18 0457 1.1
1159 4.4
TU 1716 1.3
3 0527
1230
TH 1750
0.5
4.8
0.7
18 0019
0548
F 1250
4.4
1.0
4.5
2221 4.5 2240 4.7 2254 4.6 4 2340 4.5 9 2318 4.7 1805 1.1
4 0335
1033
TH 1550
1.1
4.3
1.0
19 0405 0.9
1055 4.5
F 1622 0.9
4 0419 0.9
1118 4.5
SU 1639 0.9
19 0509 1.1
1216 4.4
M 1727 1.3
4 0449 0.8
1154 4.7
TU 1713 0.9
19 0003
0536
W 1238
4.4
1.1
4.4
4 0035
0612
F 1321
4.8
0.4
4.9
19 0053
0617
SA 1323
4.4
1.0
4.5
2253 4.5 4 2320 4.7 9 2335 4.7 1755 1.3 1835 0.7 1832 1.2
5 0411 0.9
1107 4.4
F 1627 0.9
20 0445 0.9
1141 4.5
SA 1702 1.0
5 0502 0.8
1203 4.6
M 1723 0.9
20 0020
0549
TU 1257
4.4
1.1
4.4
5 0004
0538
W 1244
4.7
0.7
4.7
20 0041
0612
TH 1317
4.4
1.1
4.4
5 0124
0656
SA 1418
4.8
0.5
4.9
20 0123
0644
SU 1353
4.3
1.0
4.5
9 2326 4.6 1808 1.3 1802 0.9 1830 1.3 1920 0.8 1859 1.2
6 0446
1142
SA 1704
0.8
4.5
0.8
21 0000
0525
SU 1227
4.6
0.9
4.5
6 0017
0547
TU 1251
4.7
0.7
4.6
21 0059
0627
W 1338
4.4
1.2
4.4
6 0051
0626
TH 1338
4.7
0.6
4.7
21 0117
0644
F 1353
4.3
1.1
4.4
6 0217
0740
SU 1515
4.7
0.7
4.8
21 0151
0711
M 1422
4.3
1.1
4.4
2359 4.7 1742 1.1 1809 1.0 1846 1.4 1850 0.9 1900 1.3 2006 1.0 1928 1.2
7 0523 0.7
1219 4.6
SU 1741 0.8
22 0038
0603
M 1311
4.5
1.0
4.5
7 0102
0633
W 1345
4.7
0.8
4.6
22 0136
0703
TH 1417
4.3
1.3
4.3
7 0142
0713
F 1439
4.6
0.7
4.7
22 0151
0713
SA 1427
4.3
1.2
4.4
7 0314
0827
M 1602
4.5
0.9
4.7
22 0221
0742
TU 1453
4.3
1.1
4.3
1821 1.2 1857 1.1 1922 1.5 1939 1.0 1929 1.4 2055 1.2 2002 1.3
8 0035
0601
M 1259
4.7
0.7
4.6
23 0117
0640
TU 1353
4.4
1.2
4.4
8 0153
0722
TH 1448
4.5
0.9
4.6
23 0213
0737
F 1454
4.2
1.4
4.3
8 0239
0803
SA 1539
4.5
0.8
4.7
23 0224
0743
SU 1500
4.2
1.3
4.3
8 0410
0919
TU 1647
4.4
1.3
4.5
23 0259
0818
W 1531
4.2
1.3
4.2
1820 0.9 1859 1.4 1950 1.3 1958 1.6 2031 1.2 2002 1.4 8 2153 1.5 2044 1.4
9 0114
0641
TU 1346
4.6
0.8
4.5
24 0155
0717
W 1434
4.3
1.3
4.3
9 0252
0817
F 1552
4.4
1.1
4.5
24 0252
0814
SA 1533
4.1
1.5
4.2
9 0340
0856
SU 1632
4.4
1.1
4.6
24 0300
0817
M 1536
4.1
1.3
4.2
9 0505
1022
W 1737
4.1
1.6
4.2
24 0346
0904
TH 1621
4.0
1.5
4.1
1903 1.1 1939 1.6 2051 1.5 2038 1.7 2128 1.4 2040 1.5 2301 1.7 5 2136 1.6
10 0200
0726
W 1444
4.5
1.0
4.4
25 0233
0756
TH 1515
4.1
1.5
4.1
10 0358
0922
SA 1654
4.2
1.3
4.4
25 0335
0857
SU 1615
4.0
1.6
4.1
10 0439
0956
M 1723
4.3
1.3
4.5
25 0341
0858
TU 1618
4.0
1.4
4.2
10 0605
1133
TH 1836
3.9
1.9
4.0
25 0447
1002
F 1724
3.9
1.8
3.9
1951 1.4 2023 1.8 8 2201 1.6 2125 1.8 8 2231 1.5 5 2127 1.6 2248 1.9
11 0257
0818
TH 1553
4.3
1.3
4.3
26 0316
0843
F 1600
4.0
1.7
4.0
11 0504
1033
SU 1756
4.1
1.4
4.4
26 0424
0948
M 1703
3.9
1.7
4.0
11 0537
1100
TU 1816
4.1
1.5
4.3
26 0431
0948
W 1707
3.9
1.6
4.1
11 0012
0716
F 1242
1.9
3.8
2.0
26 0607 3.7
1131 2.0
SA 1844 3.8
2052 1.7 2120 2.0 2312 1.6 5 2221 1.9 2337 1.6 2224 1.7 1945 3.9
12 0406
0930
F 1706
4.1
1.5
4.1
27 0405
0947
SA 1652
3.8
1.9
3.9
12 0610 4.1
1141 1.5
M 1857 4.4
27 0519
1048
TU 1757
3.8
1.7
4.0
12 0637 4.0
1204 1.6
W 1913 4.2
27 0529
1051
TH 1805
3.8
1.7
4.0
12 0121
0833
SA 1349
1.9
3.8
2.0
27 0030
0748
SU 1315
1.9
3.8
1.9
8 2229 1.8 5 2238 2.1 2325 1.9 2333 1.8 2051 4.0 2017 4.0
13 0523
1110
SA 1821
3.9
1.6
4.1
28 0505
1104
SU 1759
3.6
1.9
3.8
13 0018
0713
TU 1242
1.6
4.1
1.4
28 0621 3.8
1153 1.7
W 1856 4.0
13 0041
0740
TH 1305
1.7
4.0
1.7
28 0638 3.8
1206 1.8
F 1912 4.0
13 0224
0943
SU 1449
1.7
4.0
1.8
28 0151
0905
M 1424
1.6
4.1
1.7
2355 1.8 2345 2.1 1955 4.4 2013 4.2 2144 4.1 2118 4.3
14 0641 3.9
1222 1.5
SU 1933 4.3
29 0623 3.6
1207 1.9
M 1917 3.9
14 0117
0810
W 1336
1.5
4.2
1.4
29 0027
0726
TH 1253
1.8
3.9
1.6
14 0141
0844
F 1403
1.6
4.0
1.7
29 0046
0756
SA 1319
1.7
3.9
1.7
14 0315
1027
M 1537
1.5
4.2
1.6
29 0251
0956
TU 1518
1.3
4.4
1.3
2046 4.4 1956 4.1 2109 4.2 2026 4.1 2226 4.2 2205 4.5
15 0059
0748
M 1320
1.6
4.1
1.4
30 0041
0741
TU 1258
1.9
3.7
1.7
15 0209
0902
TH 1427
1.4
4.2
1.3
30 0124
0827
F 1348
1.6
4.0
1.5
15 0237
0947
SA 1457
1.5
4.1
1.6
30 0155
0910
SU 1424
1.5
4.1
1.6
15 0359
1102
TU 1620
1.3
4.3
1.4
30 0341
1041
W 1606
0.9
4.7
0.9
2032 4.4 2015 4.1 2133 4.5 2053 4.3 2159 4.3 2129 4.3 2305 4.3 2249 4.7
31 0128
0834
W 1345
1.7
3.9
1.5
31 0256
1007
M 1523
1.3
4.4
1.3
31 0427 0.6
1125 4.9
TH 1650 0.7
2058 4.2 2220 4.5 9 2331 4.8

STANDARD TIME (UT) PORTSMOUTH LAT 50°48’N LONG 1°07’W Dates in red are SPRINGS
YEAR 2023

1 0510 0.4
1210 5.0
F 1732 0.5
16 0518 0.9
1220 4.6
SA 1734 1.0
1 0528 0.4
1229 5.0
SU 1750 0.6
16 0514 1.0
1215 4.7
M 1731 1.0
1 0100
0621
W 1321
4.7
1.1
4.7
16 0037
0557
TH 1252
4.7
1.1
4.7
1 0134
0644
F 1339
4.5
1.5
4.4
16 0117
0632
SA 1326
4.7
1.2
4.6
1843 1.1 1818 1.0 1906 1.4 1857 0.9
2 0015
0552
SA 1256
4.9
0.3
5.0
17 0025
0547
SU 1250
4.5
0.9
4.6
2 0036
0607
M 1312
4.9
0.6
4.9
17 0023
0545
TU 1243
4.6
1.0
4.6
2 0147
0700
TH 1402
4.6
1.4
4.5
17 0119
0637
F 1333
4.6
1.3
4.6
2 0218
0726
SA 1420
4.4
1.7
4.3
17 0211
0721
SU 1418
4.6
1.3
4.5
1814 0.5 1802 1.0 1829 0.7 1801 1.0 1922 1.4 1900 1.2 1947 1.6 1946 1.1
3 0101 4.8
18 0053 4.5
3 0122 4.7
18 0054 4.6
3 0235 4.4
18 0210 4.5
3 0302 4.3
18 0313 4.5
Central S England
0633 0.4 0614 1.0 0646 0.8 0615 1.1 0742 1.7 0722 1.5 0812 1.9 0814 1.5
SU 1348 4.9 M 1317 4.5 TU 1355 4.8 W 1311 4.6 F 1444 4.3 SA 1423 4.4 SU 1503 4.1 M 1518 4.4
1855 0.7 1829 1.0 1908 1.0 1833 1.0 2006 1.7 1948 1.4 2033 1.8 2042 1.3
4 0150
0714
M 1440
4.7
0.7
4.8
19 0119
0641
TU 1343
4.5
1.0
4.5
4 0211
0725
W 1438
4.6
1.2
4.6
19 0128
0649
TH 1345
4.5
1.2
4.5
4 0324
0836
SA 1530
4.2
2.0
4.0
19 0315
0816
SU 1526
4.3
1.8
4.2
4 0348
0909
M 1550
4.1
2.1
3.9
19 0416 4.5
0917 1.6
TU 1625 4.2
1937 0.9 1857 1.1 1948 1.3 1909 1.2 2110 2.0 2049 1.6 2133 1.9 5 2148 1.4
5 0243
0755
TU 1524
4.6
1.0
4.6
20 0149
0711
W 1412
4.4
1.1
4.4
5 0301
0807
TH 1520
4.4
1.6
4.3
20 0210
0728
F 1428
4.4
1.4
4.3
5 0419 3.9
1015 2.3
SU 1625 3.7
20 0428 4.2
0936 2.0
M 1643 4.0
5 0439
1027
TU 1647
4.0
2.2
3.7
20 0517
1032
W 1730
4.4
1.7
4.1
2021 1.2 1931 1.2 2034 1.7 1952 1.4 8 2246 2.1 5 2226 1.8 8 2249 2.0 2302 1.5
6 0337 4.4
0841 1.4
W 1606 4.4
21 0226
0748
TH 1450
4.3
1.3
4.3
6 0353 4.1
0903 2.0
F 1607 4.0
21 0306
0816
SA 1527
4.2
1.7
4.1
6 0530
1126
M 1746
3.8
2.3
3.6
21 0543
1124
TU 1801
4.2
2.0
4.0
6 0540
1134
W 1800
3.9
2.2
3.7
21 0618 4.4
1146 1.7
TH 1834 4.1
8 2113 1.6 2011 1.4 8 2154 2.0 2046 1.7 2352 2.1 2350 1.7 2351 2.0
7 0430
0942
TH 1653
4.1
1.8
4.1
22 0315 4.1
0832 1.6
F 1543 4.1
7 0455
1049
SA 1707
3.8
2.3
3.7
22 0426 4.0
0923 2.1
SU 1650 3.9
7 0658 3.8
1229 2.2
TU 1919 3.6
22 0656 4.3
1230 1.8
W 1911 4.1
7 0655
1230
TH 1920
3.9
2.1
3.7
22 0009
0718
F 1248
1.5
4.4
1.6
2229 1.9 5 2101 1.7 2324 2.2 5 2237 2.0 1935 4.2
8 0532
1110
F 1756
3.8
2.1
3.8
23 0423
0930
SA 1657
3.9
2.0
3.8
8 0620 3.7
1201 2.3
SU 1843 3.6
23 0558 3.9
1159 2.1
M 1825 3.9
8 0049
0810
W 1324
2.0
4.0
2.0
23 0049
0800
TH 1324
1.5
4.5
1.6
8 0043
0758
F 1316
1.9
4.1
1.9
23 0108
0814
SA 1343
1.5
4.4
1.5
2350 2.1 2219 2.0 2023 3.8 2009 4.3 2020 3.9 2033 4.2
9 0652 3.7
1225 2.2
SA 1919 3.7
24 0600 3.8
1157 2.2
SU 1835 3.8
9 0031
0754
M 1307
2.1
3.7
2.2
24 0024
0726
TU 1302
1.8
4.1
1.9
9 0137
0857
TH 1407
1.8
4.2
1.8
24 0142
0851
F 1412
1.3
4.6
1.3
9 0128
0848
SA 1357
1.8
4.2
1.7
24 0201
0907
SU 1433
1.5
4.5
1.4
2009 3.7 1944 4.1 2108 4.1 2058 4.5 2108 4.1 2129 4.3
10 0101
0821
SU 1335
2.0
3.7
2.2
25 0039
0744
M 1320
1.9
3.9
2.0
10 0132
0928
TU 1404
2.0
4.0
2.0
25 0123
0830
W 1355
1.5
4.4
1.6
10 0218
0935
F 1444
1.6
4.4
1.6
25 0229
0934
SA 1457
1.2
4.8
1.1
10 0211
0929
SU 1437
1.6
4.4
1.5
25 0251
0956
M 1521
1.4
4.5
1.2
2035 3.8 2005 4.0 2107 3.9 2039 4.4 2146 4.3 2144 4.6 2149 4.2 2224 4.4
11 0205
0956
M 1433
1.9
4.0
1.9
26 0145
0851
TU 1417
1.6
4.3
1.6
11 0221
0947
W 1447
1.7
4.3
1.7
26 0213
0919
TH 1440
1.2
4.7
1.2
11 0255
1009
SA 1519
1.4
4.5
1.3
26 0313
1015
SU 1540
1.1
4.8
1.0
11 0253
1006
M 1518
1.4
4.5
1.3
26 0339
1041
TU 1607
1.4
4.5
1.1
2130 4.0 2102 4.3 2143 4.2 2124 4.6 2221 4.4 2229 4.6 2227 4.4 2313 4.4
12 0254
1016
TU 1517
1.6
4.2
1.6
27 0237
0940
W 1504
1.2
4.6
1.2
12 0301
1012
TH 1524
1.4
4.5
1.4
27 0258
1000
F 1523
0.9
4.9
0.9
12 0332
1041
SU 1553
1.2
4.6
1.2
27 0357
1056
M 1622
1.0
4.8
0.9
12 0336
1043
TU 1600
1.3
4.6
1.1
27 0426
1123
W 1652
1.3
4.5
1.1
2207 4.2 2147 4.6 2218 4.3 2205 4.7 2254 4.5 9 2316 4.6 4 2306 4.5 9 2358 4.5
13 0335
1040
W 1556
1.3
4.4
1.4
28 0323
1022
TH 1547
0.8
4.8
0.9
13 0337
1043
F 1558
1.2
4.6
1.2
28 0340
1040
SA 1604
0.8
5.0
0.8
13 0407
1112
M 1628
1.1
4.7
1.1
28 0439 1.1
1138 4.8
TU 1704 0.9
13 0419
1120
W 1643
1.2
4.7
1.0
28 0510 1.3
1203 4.5
TH 1734 1.1
2243 4.3 2228 4.8 2252 4.5 9 2247 4.8 4 2326 4.6 2346 4.6
14 0412
1113
TH 1632
1.1
4.5
1.2
29 0406
1104
F 1629
0.6
5.0
0.6
14 0411
1115
SA 1630
1.1
4.6
1.1
29 0422
1120
SU 1645
0.7
5.0
0.7
14 0443 1.1
1144 4.7
TU 1703 1.0
29 0002
0522
W 1218
4.6
1.1
4.7
14 0502
1159
TH 1726
1.1
4.7
0.9
29 0039
0553
F 1243
4.5
1.3
4.5
2319 4.4 9 2310 4.9 4 2325 4.5 2331 4.8 1746 1.0 1815 1.1
15 0446
1146
F 1705
1.0
4.6
1.1
30 0447
1146
SA 1710
0.4
5.0
0.5
15 0443
1146
SU 1701
1.0
4.7
1.0
30 0502 0.7
1200 4.9
M 1725 0.7
15 0000
0520
W 1216
4.6
1.1
4.7
30 0049
0603
TH 1258
4.6
1.3
4.6
15 0029
0547
F 1240
4.7
1.1
4.7
30 0120
0633
SA 1322
4.5
1.4
4.4
4 2353 4.5 2352 4.9 2355 4.6 1740 1.0 1826 1.2 1811 0.9 1852 1.2
31 0015
0542
TU 1240
4.8
0.9
4.8
31 0200
0710
SU 1400
4.4
1.5
4.3
1804 0.9 1926 1.3

Portsmouth
9.2.25 PORTSMOUTH
Hampshire 50°47’·38N 01°06’·67W (Entrance) 111222333
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RNSA Point
Pontoon Portchester
2F.R(vert) Castle No77
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10
Lake
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N CSSC G
Royal Clarence HMS Victory
Marina G
G
Kings Stairs QHM PORTSMOUTH
48' HMS Warrior VHF CH 11
Cold
Harbour See separate chart
Dir.WRG
0 2000 Spinnaker Tower (141)
metres Gosport
Marina Gunwharf Quays
cables GOSPORT
0 10
Haslar PORTSMOUTH
Marina The
Point Camber
Haslar Creek Portsmouth SC
Dir.WRG
Bridge Royal Naval & Royal Albert YC
HSC Oc.G.15s 2FG(vert) St Jude’s
JSASTC Ch spire
Clarence
Hamilton Q.G Pier
Water Bank G
Block of Flats
Tower Q.R War Mem
(conspic) No4 Bar
Stokes Bay SC
08
47'
FI(2)G.5s
SOUTHSEA
ALVERSTOKE 2 No1 Bar
STOKES Gosport & Fareham Inshore
G Southsea Castle
Rescue Service 3
2 R FI(2)R.5s
Monckton No2 Bar Dir.WRG.17m11M
Patch ay
B AY 4 hw FI(3)G.7·5s
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14 02 Harrow Bank
24 Sw G Castle
Radar Twr 4 9° Fl.Y.5s x3
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10' 9' 8' 20 01°7'W Fort FI(3)R.7·5s
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CHARTS AC 2037, 2625, 2631, 2629, 2628, 5600; Imray C9, C3, Small craft
12m
moorings 10m N
C15, 2200 Cold
Harbour Obsns
TIDES +0020 Dover; ML 2·8

FI.G.5s
Dir.WRG.
Standard Port PORTSMOUTH | 1M &
2F.G
(vert)
Gosport Marina 2F.R(vert)
Times Height (metres) Endeavour Quay
High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS 2F.R(vert) Pontoons 2F.G
(vert)
Spinnaker Tower (141)
(conspic)
2F.R
Main
0500 1000 0000 0600 4·7 3·8 1·9 0·8 (vert) 75
Gunwharf Quays
1700 2200 1200 1800 FI.R.2·5s
taine
GOSPORT Ballast
59 Tower
Differences LEE-ON-THE-SOLENT 0 metres 400 2F.R
d dep
(vert) 24
–0005 +0005 –0015 –0010 –0·2 –0·1 +0·1 +0·2 08
R 2F.R
(vert)
58
th 10
0 cables 2 2
NOTE: Strong winds from NE to SE, coupled with a high barometer, Q.G.
Isle of Wight
Car Ferry
PHYC 9.0m Q.G.
may lower levels by 1m and delay times of HW and LW by 1hr; the 22
.5m
Terminal
Haslar
opposite may occur in strong W’lies with low pressure. Marina 2F.R 81 4
2m (vert) Portsmouth Camber
G 3m 2F.G SC Docks
SHELTER Excellent. This very large harbour affords shelter in (vert) 1
2F.G
some area from any wind. There are marinas at Gosport, Fareham 2m
Central S England
(vert) Round
6.0m Tower Old
and Portchester, plus several yacht pontoons/jetties and many 3m
2F.R(vert)
09 Portsmouth
1·8 Dir.WRG. 08
swinging moorings. On the Portsmouth side, The Camber offers 3m 16m12M SS Oc.G.15s
2F.G (vert)
2F.R
good shelter, but this is a busy commercial dock and often full;
Ma
2F.R (vert) G
(vert) 16
inta
Ft Blockhouse
beware Isle of Wight car ferries berthing near the entrance. Oc.R.15s
ine
Hornet
BC Outer
Sm
Portsmouth is a major Naval Base and Dockyard Port; all vessels SC G
dd
White Tr Ea G
all
st G
ep
JSASTC
come under the authority of the Queen’s Harbour Master (QHM). (43)
05 Sa G
B
13
th
05 37
oat
nd
If over 20m LOA, QHM’s permission (VHF Ch 11) must be obtained
10
Ch
13
·5m
before entering, leaving or moving in the harbour. x is prohibited
an.
in the harbour and fishing only allowed clear of main channels.
NAVIGATION WPT No 4 Bar buoy, QR, 50°47´·01N 01°06´·36W, Exclusion zones: Do not approach within 50m of any MoD
330°/4·5ca to entrance. Beware strong tidal streams in the narrow vessel or establishment, or within 100m of any submarine.
entrance which is invariably very busy. Commercial shipping, cross- Yellow buoys (see chartlet above) are sometimes deployed
Channel ferries, warships, high speed ferries and small craft all to delineate the 50m zone. Some ships are protected by a
operate within this area. zone of 250m while underway. They are escorted by armed
The lower harbour and approaches have been dredged to vessels; listen to QHM on VHF 11 or 13 for details. If you fail
accommodate the aircraft carrier Queen Elizabeth. The chan has to respond to warnings it will be assumed you have hostile
been widened, deepened and straightened. Buoyage has moved intentions.
accordingly, but the effect on small craft movements is minimal.
On Spit Sand and upharbour new transit marks consisting of three Speed limit is 10kn (through the water) within the harbour and
vertical masts lit Fl Y 5s have been positioned specifically for the within 1000 yds of the shore in any part of the Dockyard Port.
use of the carrier owing to its size and offset bridge. Gosport Ferry plies between Gosport Pier and The Hard. It runs
Approaches: From the W, yachts can use the Swashway Chan (to every 15 mins with a continuous service at peak times.
NW of Spit Sand Fort) which carries about 2m. The transit of the
Historic wrecks are: Mary Rose (sank 1545) at 50°45’·8N 01°06’·2W
War Memorial and RH edge of block of flats (049·4°) indicates the
(5ca SSW of Spit Sand Fort), and Invincible (sank 1758) at 50°44’·36N
deepest water, but need not be followed exactly except at LWS.
01°02’·32W (1·4M ESE of Horse Sand Fort). Mary Rose is marked
The Inner Swashway (Round Tr brg approx 035°) carries only 0·3m;
by SPM buoys, Fl Y 5s.
local knowledge required. Approaching inshore from the E, a
submerged rock barrier extends from Southsea to Horse Sand Ft. Navigational piles should not be approached too closely as many
The Inshore Boat Passage (0·9m) 1ca off the beach is marked by R & are on steep-to mudbanks; those lit in Portchester Lake may be
G piles; Main Passage (min depth 1·2m), lies 7ca further S, marked difficult to see at night due to background lighting.
by a G pile and a concrete dolphin lit Q R andQ G respectively.
FOG ROUTINE
• The Small Boat Channel (SBC) is mandatory for craft under • Broadcast on VHF Ch 11 and 13, Fog Routine comes into
20m LOA entering or leaving harbour. It runs just outside force when QHM considers that visibility is so low that
the W edge of the main dredged channel from abeam No 4 normal shipping movements would be dangerous.
Bar buoy to Ballast Bn PHM. A depth gauge, showing height • Small craft may continue at the skipper’s discretion, but with
above chart datum, is on BC4. great caution, keeping well clear of the main and approach
• The SBC may be used if the main channel is closed except channels. Monitor VHF Ch 11 at all times.
for the transit of a Queen Elizabeth class aircraft carrier.
• Be aware that the presence of radar echoes from small
• Craft may not enter harbour on the E side of the main chan vessels within the main channel can cause much doubt and
and must not enter the SBC on its E side; craft may enter or difficulty to the master of a large vessel.
leave the SBC on its W side (beware Hamilton Bank, dries).
• For their own safety, small craft are strongly advised not to
• Engines (if fitted) must be used in the SBC between No 4 Bar
proceed when fog routine is in force.
buoy and Ballast Bn, both of which should always be left to
port when entering or leaving the harbour. • 3 W (vert) lights are displayed in fog at the centre of Gosport
• If crossing to/from Gunwharf Quays or The Camber obtain Ferry pier.
approval from QHM (Ch 11) and then do so at 90° to the
main channel N of Ballast Bn. LIGHTS AND MARKS See 9.2.4 and chartlet. From S and E of the
IoW Nab Tower is conspic about 9·5M SE of the harbour entrance.
• At night the SBC is covered by the Oc R sector (324°-330°) of
The entrance to the Eastern Solent is between Horse Sand Fort and
the Dir WRG lt on Fort Blockhouse until close to the hbr ent.
No Man’s Land Fort. Spit Sand Fort lies 160°/1·2M from the harbour
Thereafter the Iso R 2s sector (337·5°-345°) of the Dir WRG
entrance. All forts are conspic round stone structures.
lt on the dolphin E of Gosport Marina leads 341° through
the entrance to Ballast Bn. St Jude’s Z spire and Southsea Castle light house in transit 003°
• If joining or leaving the SBC via the Inner Swashway, BC leads to Outer Spit SCM. At night keep in the W sector (347°-349°)
Outer Bn must always be left to port. of Southsea Castle Pile Dir WRG 348°. Ft Blockhouse has a Dir lt 323°
and traffic sigs, running toward the Harbour Bn Dir lt (fuel jetty).
239
Portsmouth – Langstone Hbr
COMMUNICATIONS (Code Portsmouth/Gosport 02392) E 286000; are numbered 57 to 74 (from seaward), and SHMs 95 to 75.
QHM Hbr Control (H24) 723694; Commercial Docks & Camber Beware unlit naval buoys at the S end. Do not delay crossing Tipner
Berthing Offices e297395. Range, S limit marked by piles 63/87 and N by 70/78. Portchester
Yachts should monitor Ch 11 (QHM) for traffic and navigational Castle is conspic 5ca SSW of marina. Call marina Ch 80 when
information. Portsmouth Hbr Radio (Commercial Port) Ch 14 (H24). inbound passing pile 78. Pile B, Fl (4) G 10s, marks the waiting
Haslar Marina and Port Solent Ch 80 M (H24). Gosport Marina pontoon (see chartlet). Access H24 via chan dredged 1·5m to lock
call Ch 80 M (HO). Fareham Marine Ch M (summer 0900-1730). (43m x 9·1m); enter on 3 4 (vert) or on loudspeaker instructions.
Gunwharf Quay Ch 80. Naval activities to the S/SE of Portsmouth WicorMarine Yacht Haven (Portchester) www.wicormarine.co.uk
and IOW may be advised by Solent CG Ch 67 or e552100; or Naval e(01329) 237112, & on walk-ashore pontoons, £2·00/m (rallies
Ops e722008. Naval vessels use Ch 13. The positions and times welcome), Short stay £5; ! G é P i ä : à è T e(12t) g(7t)
of naval firings and underwater explosions are broadcast daily F ! Q.
at 0800 and 1400LT Ch 06; preceded by a Securité call on Ch 16.
Warnings of underwater explosions will also be broadcast on Ch Portsmouth Marine Engineering e(01329) 232854, &(drying) u
16 at 1hr, at 30 mins and just before the detonation. £18/night, £48/wk j g(18t).
Upper Quay Marina (dries) upperquaymarine1@gmail.com mob,
FACILITIES 50&+u by arrangement using e-mail, G é.
Haslar Marina haslar@boatfolk.co.uk e601201. Access H24
580&+ 50u at L/M pontoons, inboard of green light vessel, £3·75 TOWN CENTRES
(max 60m LOA); short stay £12·00. O v = i ä : T F T Q @ wi-fi. PORTSMOUTH ä : è T à F ACA Ü Y Q z X (Southampton).
A floating boat lift is at the end of ‘F’ pontoon. Other Haslar Creek Ferries:
moorings/pontoons are private; Haslar bridge (1·8m clearance). Brittany Ferries (www.brittany-ferries.co.uk):-
Gunwharf Quays gwqmarina@incentive-fm.com e836732 G j Bilbao: 2/week; 24hrs or 32hrs; Santander: 2/week; 24hrs;
v é, u from £4·25 (max 80m LOA), short stay £1·50, booking Caen: 3/day; 6hrs; St Malo: daily; 8½hrs;
advisable (or try VHF 80 for short notice requirements). £6·40 Cherbourg HSS: up to 3/day; 3hrs.
(<12m) landing fee for drop offs to Gunwharf Quays shopping Le Havre HSS: up to 2/day (summer only); 3¼hrs.
centre www.gunwharf-quays.com. Note Small Boat Channel Condor Ferries (www.condorferries.co.uk):
regulations.
Guernsey/Jersey: 6/week; 6½–12½hrs.
Town Quay (Camber) e833166, berth on wall, <12m £20·85, short IoW: frequent car and passenger services to Ryde/Fishbourne.
stay (3hrs) £9·70, pay ‘KB Boat Park’; no G/é. Harbour Tour and Water Taxi e(01983) 564602 (Easter – end
Gosport Marina www.premiermarinas.com e524811. 500& inc October 1000-1700) between Historic Dockyard and RN Submarine
u if berths available, from £3·40 with £5 é inc, min fee £27·20; Museum (Gosport) tickets available inside dockyard Victory Gate.
short stay £1·48/m, min fee £11·84. ) v P P i g(12t) dry stack GOSPORT ä : è T F ACA Y Q z(Portsmouth) X (S’ton).
storage for motor boats, F ! Q T wi-fi.
FAREHAM (01329) Y Q ! T z X(Southampton).
Endeavour Quay www.endeavourquay.co.uk e584200, fully Fareham Lake is well marked, partially lit up to Bedenham Pier and
equipped Ü (some &u) ä : à d Ü e(180t) g(35t) F Q wi-fi. unlit thereafter. Chan dries 0·9m in final 5ca to Town Quay.
Royal Clarence Marina b www.royalclarencemarina.org. e523523, YACHT CLUBS
150&, u space varies, up to 50m, <12m £3·28 (winter £2·00), s/ Royal Naval Sailing Association e521100.
stay <4hrs £13·00. ) é v : Q wi-fi.
Portsmouth SC e 820596.
Port Solent portsolent@premiermarinas.com e210765. Lock 9m Portchester SC e376375, detached pontoona (close No 71 bn).
wide. 900& inc u, £3·40 (min fee £27·20) with £5 é inc; s/s Hardway SC secretary@hardwaysailingclub.co.uk y = & Q T.
£1·48/m. ) v I P P i : ä è T à Ü e(40t) F ! Q T wi-fi.
Gosport CC e586838.
Portchester Lake is marked by lit and unlit piles. Unusually, PHMs Fareham Sailing & Motor Boat Club e(01392) 280738.
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9.2.26 LANGSTONE HARBOUR 0 metres 400 24 Sinah Sands

Hampshire 50°47’·23N 01°01’·54W (Ent) 1122233 03
Concrete
CHARTS AC 2037, 3418, 5600; Imray C3, C9, Y33, 2200 0 cables 2 Structure
TIDES +0022 Dover; ML 2·9 88

18
FI.G 2F.G 03
(vert)
Standard Port PORTSMOUTH |
FI.R
4 Hayling
Times Height (metres) FI.R.20s Pontoon
FI.R
High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS Locks
0500 1000 0000 0600 4·7 3·8 1·9 0·8 SC
FI(4)R.10s
FI.R.10s
1700 2200 1200 1800
Differences LANGSTONE 3
CG
135
4
0000 –0015 0000 –0010 +0·1 +0·1 0·0 0·0 Small Craft
NAB TOWER Moorings FI.R.5s
FI.G.5s ECA N
+0015 0000 +0015 +0015 –0·2 0·0 +0·2 0·0
ECA Moorings
SELSEY BILL Public
91
Central S England
+0010 –0010 +0035 +0020 +0·5 +0·3 –0·1 –0·2
Portsmouth
CC 45
SHELTER Very good in marina (2·4m) to W inside ent, access over Southsea
tidal flap 1·6m at CD; waiting pontoon. Ent is 7m wide. Buoys Marina
on W side of harbour entrance administered by Eastney Cruising Hayling
Fort 2F.R
Association, max LOA 9m. Or x out of the fairway in Russell’s Lake Cumberland
74 Ferry SC
or Langstone Chan (water ski area); or see HM (E side of ent). Hbr
speed limit 10kn; 5kn in Southsea Marina channel. Towers (31)
(R Lts) Q.R Gunner
08
Eastney Pt Pt
Range Lts 33
Farlington North F.R 14
50º50'N Marshes Binness I. Oc(2)Y10s 82
&Y (occas)
Long I. 24
25 27
Fl.R.3s
Bro
Y
om
Bakers I. Y Fl.G.3s
Chy (47) NAVIGATION WPT 50°46’·31N 01°01’·36W, Langstone Fairway
Ch
23
Tudor SC
SWM Bcn 348°/9·4ca to QR light at ent (Eastney Pt).
ann
RR
South
28 Binness I. 21
el
Fl.G.4s G
Russells Lake
41 R
Bar has about 1·2m. Entrance channel lies between East and
G
R FI.R.4s
Langstone
4
West Winner drying banks, which afford some protection. Appr
49' Mallard Harbour is straightforward in most conditions, best from HW –3 to +1, but
Q.G Sands Q.R avoid entry against the ebb, esp at sp and in strong onshore winds.
N 29
G
VQ.R In strong S/SE winds do not attempt entry.
R YB FI.G.3s el
nn LIGHTS AND MARKS Ldg marks (concrete dolphins), or Fairway
FI(2)R.5s Sword ha FI(3)G.10s
43 Sands n eC beacon in line with conspic chy, leads 344° just clear of East Winner.
R sto
33
Y
a ng G Fl(2)G.5s 45 The entrance itself deepens and favours the W side. The narrow
FI(3)G.5s 3L
G BRB approach channel to Southsea Marina is marked by 5 SHM piles,
21
HM Ch 12 R BRB ke only the first of which is lit, Fl G. There are 9 PHM piles; see chartlet
Y
La for details.
h
FI(4)R ina
gs ft
FI.G.5s Y
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48' S BRB
oo l C
PORTSEA
See COMMUNICATIONS (Code 02392) E 286000; HM 463419.
Mmal
ISLAND separate 36 41
R 35
Harbour VHF Ch 12 16 (0900-1700 daily). Marina Ch 80 M.
S
chartlet
HAYLING FACILITIES Southsea Marina www.premiermarinas.com e822719.

gs Access channel dredged to 0·5m. Marina entrance, width 7m, has
r in ISLAND
oo Hayling Ferry SC R/G lights indicating if the cill is up or down. 320&, from £3·40
M 0 metres 1000
Southsea (min £27·20) inc £5 é for 2 nights. £1.48/m for <4hrs min charge
Trials Range Lt Marina Gunner
F.R.Oc(2)Y.10s& Y Lts Point £11·84.
Services: = P P I à F : Ü e(25t) g(18t) i ! Q T wi-fi.
0 cables 5
18 19
47' 25 0 1 12
31 26 27 21
12
09 Hayling Pontoon (E side of ent), www.langstoneharbour.org.uk &
06
18 06
West 136
24 East (H24 with pre-payment tag available from HO) G. Vacant ! in
09 Winner 13 Winner 09
harbour may be available, £15·50/night, short stay < 4hr £9·30.
08 2
Y Y Obstn 06 2
07 No.3 No.1
15
Langstone SC e 484577, !y = G T.
(Apr-Sep) 11 24
07 18
18
28 2 Eastney Cruising Association (ECA) e734103, 6 buoys for craft
Y
13
25
Langstone
13 15
under 9m by prior arrangement, j Q T. Visitors welcome – access
Fairway RW 21 1
LFl.10s
14 to ECA by intercom at road barrier or e827396 (bar).
12
19 21 06 13 Tudor SC (Hilsea) e 662002, ! = G T.
Fl(2)5s 21 02 07
13
46' Rowey Wk 13 1 Hayling Ferry SC mob 0780 367571; Locks SC mob 07980 856267.
BRB 2 12 3 02
2' Langstone Bar 01ºW Towns Y (Eastney, Hayling), Q (Havant, Hayling, Emsworth), z
(bus to Havant), X (Southampton).
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59' 57' Emsworth 53' 51' 49'
00°55'W'
CHICHESTER
242
Langstone Small
Fl(3)G.10s Craft Emsworth Nutbourne Broadbridge
rd
Echo Mooring Yacht
9.2.27
Ha
Fl(4)R.10s Harbour
05
Langstone SC Northney
Low Water Fl(3)R.10s Thornham Fishbourne
Fl.G.3s Landing Fishermans 23
Duckard R Marina G 16
Pt G 47
50'
Chidham Bosham
1·7
Fl.R.3s Prinsted N
Fl(3)R.10s Creek
Pt G
25 R Bosham SC
Langstone Northney G
Bridge Marina Q(6)+LFl15s 37 Chidham Hard
Emsworth Thorney
Fl(2)R.10s8m YB R Quay
NE Hayling
Island Landing
YB 27 49 YBY 22
0 metres 2000
W. Sussex 50°46’·86N 00°56’·06W
3o
Stanbury G
03
Pt G
Emsworth
R
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32 0 cables 10
R
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Hayling G
(Disused Airfield) HM Ch 14
ns
49' Dell
B
Island Quay SC
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CACT R G
Thorney Is SC
Channel
Ferry
Bu
45
Chichester Harbour
45 Fl(2)G.10s8m Main W Cobnor (summer only) 33

Channel Jetties
Channel
11222333
Marker Pt 45
G Roman Fairway Copperas Pt
Yachthaven 42
Transit 4 Jetties
5
R R Fl(3)G
Hard See inset
R 24
CHICHESTER HARBOUR
R G 2F.G 2F.G Bosham Hoe Fl.G.5s

G CM Chichester
Longmere 5 Fl(2)G.10s 2F.G Sm Fl(4) Marina
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Sandhead
Fl.G.5s Fl.R.10s
05 Fl(4)R.10s
NW Pilsey Fl.G.5s
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Fl(3)R Fl.G.5s
Men Stocker 17 Chichester
YB 03 CM
Fl(3)G Depth Gauge Lake
Y Sandy G
Fl(4)G East 25 3
Hayling ISC Pt Head G
Mengham Fl(2)G 08
Rithe SC F 24
Snowhill G
37
Fl.G.10s The
FS Spit Creek Depth Gauge G
Club House 3 G Chichester Marina
47' The Winner 44
Sparkes G G G
G
06 Marina 2F.G
Fl(4)G.10s G
15 Q.G 07 Hard
Eastoke W. Winner Lock
Tide gauge West Wittering
2
18 Pt Birdham Lock Chichester YC
Q.R Pool
Eastoke
West
Pole 02
22 07 Cakeham Tr Chic
hes
ter
Can
Middle al
26 08 Pole 02 04
16 Bar
46' Fl(2)R.10s4M R (03) 03
East Pole Sands
BY
05
West Pole
Fl.R.5s
14m7M
R
CHARTS AC 2045, 3418, 5600; Imray C9, C3, Y33, 2200 need not be identified nor followed exactly. 6 ca E of Chaldock
Bn the channel divides: turn N into Bosham Channel or continue
TIDES +0027 Dover; ML 2·8
ESE into Itchenor Reach for Birdham Pool and Chichester Marina,
Standard Port CHICHESTER / beyond which is the drying Fishbourne Channel to Dell Quay.
Times Height (metres) LIGHTS AND MARKS Approach marked by West Pole PHM tripod
High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS bn at 50°45’·45N 00°56’·59W; Bar PHM bn is 6ca N. E side of ent
0500 1000 0000 0600 4·9 4·0 1·9 0·9 channel is marked by W Winner SHM lit pile, with tide gauge; and
1700 2200 1200 1800 by 3 SHM buoys: NW Winner, N Winner, Mid Winner. All channels
Differences NORTHNEY within the harbour are well marked by day. Emsworth Channel
+0020 +0010 0000 +0005 0·0 –0·2 –0·2 –0·4 is well lit; Thorney Channel is partly lit; Bosham Channel is unlit.
BOSHAM Itchenor Reach is unlit except for Birdham Pool and Chichester
+0010 +0005 ND ND 0·0 –0·1 ND ND Marina entrance bns. Two unlit SHM lie inshore NE of E Head to
ITCHENOR indicate edge of shoal water in x.
+0005 0000 –0010 +0005 –0·1 –0·2 –0·2 –0·3
DELL QUAY COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01243) E 787970 Chichester Hbr Office
+0015 +0010 ND ND 0·0 –0·1 ND ND www.conservancy.co.uk e512301; Emsworth Hbr Office 376422.
www.chimet.co.uk À at Bar.
Central S England
SHELTER Excellent in all five main chans: Emsworth, Thorney, Chichester Hbr Radio VHF Ch 14 16 (Apr-Sep: 0830-1700; Sat 0900-
Chichester, Bosham, Itchenor Reach and Fishbourne. There are six 1300) or Chichester Hbr Patrol (w/e Apr-Oct). Northney Marina Ch
yacht harbours and marinas of which Chichester and Emsworth are 80 M. Chichester Marina Ch 80.
most helpful; about 50 as at Emsworth and Itchenor. ö in Itchenor
Reach and Bosham Channel. xs off E Head (uncomfortable in FACILITIES
NE’lies); in Thorney Chan off Pilsey Is; and E of Chalkdock Pt. HAYLING ISLAND Sparkes Marina www.sparkesmarina.co.uk
e(02392) 463572. From close N of Sandy Pt appr on £ 277° (2
NAVIGATION WPT 50°45´·32N 00°56´·60W, 013°/1·6M to entrance. bns); thence alter S, past 3 PH bns to marina. Pontoons in 1·6m.
Best entry is HW –3 to +1, to avoid confused seas on the ebb, 150&+20u from £4·40 (inc é) D P P i ä : Q.
especially in onshore winds >F5. Leave West Pole Bn close to port;
the channel Northward is effectively only about 200m wide. Northney Marina northney@mdlmarinas.co.uk e02392 466321.
= 228&+20u from £4·40. D P ä : è e(35t) Q.
• A wreck hazardous to navigation lies 1 ca SW of West Pole Bn.
EMSWORTH CHANNEL Jetty (dries 1·6m) abreast millpond wall
• Bar is periodically dredged to 1.5m below CD. After severe between Emsworth SC and Slipper SC to N, 50m long, N 2FR (vert).
gales the depth can vary markedly and it is prudent to assume Free for <2hrs stay, G. = at South St, Kings St, Slipper Mill; contact
a least depth of 0.5m below CD. Be very wary of entering in Warden e376422. Ferry to u pontoon (Easter – end Sep HW±2
S’ly winds >F6. Depths may vary ±0·75m after gales. 0830-1700) mob 07864 915247 or Ch 14 Emsworth Mobile.
• Chichester Harbour is very popular for recreational boat and Emsworth Yacht Hbr e377727, access over 2·4m sill retaining
dinghy racing. With 10,000 resident vessels the navigation 1·5m. 200&+20u £3·50, = P i ä : è e(50t) Q.
channels can be very busy at weekends. Anticipate sailing craft THORNEY CHANNEL Thornham Marina, e375335. Appr chan dries,
manoeuvres and give them room to tack as necessary. = 81&+2u poa, berths dry suiting multihull or lift keels. ä :
• Speed limit 8kn in all areas N of East Stoke Pt; max fine £2,500. Ü e(12t) g(10t) Q T.
• x N of E Head remains the most popular spot for visiting CHICHESTER CHANNEL/ITCHENOR REACH Hard available at all
yachts. Vessels should x S of a line between East Head Spit stages of the tide. There are berths for approx 40 yachts at Itchenor
and Snowhill SHM to remain clear of channel. on both buoys and pontoons. £11·80/night. Ferry to !/water taxi
APPROACHES: From the W, Horse Sand Fort astern, bearing 265°, (BH & w/e Apr – mid-May/Oct; daily 0900-1800 mid-May – end Sep)
leads to the West Pole Bn. Leave W Pole 30-80m to port and alter mob 07970 378350 or Ch 08 Itchenor Ferry. ! =(£3·60) G I ä :
013° as Eastoke Pt opens E of W Pole and Bar bns. Pass approx 50m è T j(hbr office) Q T(Ship Inn).
off Bar Bn. For latest survey see www.conservancy.co.uk or LNTM. BOSHAM CHANNEL For moorings (200+) contact the Quaymaster
From the E/SE, via Looe Chan, keep W for 2M, then alter NW e573336. x prohib in chan which mostly dries.
towards the West Pole Bn keeping Nab Tr astern brg 184° to clear Bosham Quay Hard Services y G & à. EC Wed.
shoals in Bracklesham Bay. Beware the two old concrete targets CHICHESTER LAKE Birdham Pool Marina b e512310. Enter drying
on and just south of East Pole Sand. Note: Historic Wrecks lie channel (dredged 2015) HW±3 (depth >1m) at Birdham SHM bn
137°/1·2M and 095°/3·2M from West Pole Bn. (depth gauge) access via lock (5m wide). Visitors should call 07831
ENTRANCE Pass between Eastoke PHM buoy (QR) and W Winner 466815 in advance. VHF Ch 80. 250&+10u poa, ) D i ä : è
SHM bn (QG and tide gauge). Three SHM lit buoys mark the T à e(30t).
edge of the Winner shoal (dries), to starboard of the ent. Near Chichester Marina e512731, the well marked channel has a minimum
Fishery SCM lit buoy, depths may change and buoys are moved depth of ½m (dredged 2020). Enter at CM SHM lit pile, depth gauge.
accordingly. Here the channel divides: N towards Emsworth and E A waiting pontoon is outside the lock (7m wide).
towards Chichester. Stocker’s Sands (dries 1·9m) is marked by 2 lit
PHM buoys. East Head lit SHM marks W end of recommended x. Lock signals: 4 = Wait; 4 = Enter.
Q 4 (top of tower) = both gates open (free flow).
EMSWORTH CHANNEL is straight, broad, deep and well marked/lit
in the 2·5M reach to Emsworth SCM bn, Q (6) + L Fl 15s, where Sweare Call lock keeper on Ch 80, e512731, H24 to book exit outwith free-
Deep forks NW to Northney. N of Hayling Is a channel leads W to flow. 1000&+50 u from £3·50, £1·48/m for <4hrs, D i ) ä : è
Mengham Rythe and curls to the S to Sparks Marina. Pass close to T Ü e(65t) à ACA Q T.
Hayling Is SC pontoon entering/leaving this channel to avoid shallow FISHBOURNE CHANNEL Dell Quay: Possible drying berth against
patch just S of bn. the quay, apply to Hbr Office. !y = ä e.
THORNEY CHANNEL Strangers should go up at half-flood. Ent is at YACHT CLUBS
Camber SCM bn, Q (6) + L Fl 15s; pass between Pilsey and Thorney Bosham SC e572341; Chichester YC e512918, D Q T; Chichester
Lt bns, thereafter channel is marked by perches. Above Stanbury Cruiser and Racing Club e371731; Dell Quay SC e785080;
Pt chan splits, Prinsted Channel to port and Nutbourne Channel to Emsworth SC e373065; Emsworth Slipper SC e372523; Hayling
stbd; both dry at N ends. Good x off Pilsey Island. Island SC e(02392) 463768; Itchenor SC e512400; Mengham
CHICHESTER CHANNEL to Itchenor Reach and Bosham Channel. Rithe SC e(02392) 463337; Thorney Island SC e371731.
From East Head SHM buoy pass between Snowhill SHM buoy Cobnor Activities Centre Trust (at Cobnor Pt) attracts many young
and Sandhead PHM buoy, then head about 030° for 1M to leave people, inc disabled ) afloat. e01243 572791.
Chaldock NCM Bn to starboard. The transit shown on AC 3418
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Chichester tides
H.W.Hts.m. GI: Tidal curves: Chichester Harbour CHICHESTER HARBOUR

0 1 2 3 4 5
M.H.W.N.
M.H.W.S.
MEAN SPRING
AND NEAP CURVES
0.9
0.8
0.7
0.6
CHART DATUM
Factor
0.5
MEAN RANGES
0.4 Springs 4.0m
Neaps 2.1m
0.3
0.2
M.L.W.N.
M.L.W.S.
0.1
0 1 2 H.W. -5h -4h -3h -2h -1h L.W. +1h +2h +3h +4h +5h +6h H.W.
L.W.Hts.m.
Chichester Harbour
jewel of the south coast Overnight moorings for
visitors available in idyllic
settings at Itchenor,
Emsworth & Bosham.
Water taxi, toilets, showers

fresh water & pump out
available at Itchenor.
Our friendly team are on hand

to assist and advise you:
VHF Channel 14
01243 512301
info@conservancy.co.uk
www.conservancy.co.uk
244
GI:STANDARD
Tide tables:
TIME (UT) CHICHESTER HARBOUR LAT 50°47’N LONG 0°56’W Dates in red are SPRINGS
YEAR 2023

1 0644 4.3
1224 1.8
SU 1915 4.0
16 0547
1116
M 1814
4.1
1.9
3.9
1 0140
0814
W 1419
2.0
3.9
1.8
16 0038
0735
TH 1327
1.9
4.0
1.7
1 0614 3.7
1246 2.0
W 1904 3.6
16 0546 3.8
1146 1.8
TH 1837 3.8
1 0140
0832
SA 1402
2.1
3.6
1.8
16 0121
0815
SU 1346
1.6
4.0
1.3
2342 1.8 2106 3.9 2022 4.0 2126 3.9 2104 4.4
2 0051
0750
M 1329
1.7
4.2
1.7
17 0653 4.1
1226 1.8
TU 1927 4.0
2 0239
0921
TH 1508
1.9
4.1
1.6
17 0158
0845
F 1431
1.7
4.3
1.4
2 0117
0737
TH 1354
2.1
3.6
1.9
17 0034
0711
F 1313
1.9
3.9
1.6
2 0227
0937
SU 1444
1.8
3.9
1.5
17 0216
0922
M 1437
1.3
4.4
1.0
2029 4.1 2205 4.1 2127 4.3 2047 3.7 2008 4.0 2207 4.2 2158 4.7
3 0154 1.7
18 0051 1.8
3 0324 1.7
18 0255 1.4
3 0218 2.0
18 0147 1.7
3 0305 1.5
18 0304 0.9
Central S England
0852 4.3 0802 4.3 1011 4.2 0941 4.5 0907 3.8 0831 4.1 1013 4.1 1012 4.6
TU 1429 1.6 W 1335 1.7 F 1547 1.4 SA 1521 1.0 F 1442 1.7 SA 1414 1.3 M 1521 1.2 TU 1524 0.8
2128 4.2 2036 4.2 2250 4.3 2222 4.6 2156 4.0 2120 4.3 2238 4.4 2241 4.9
4 0249
0941
W 1518
1.7
4.4
1.5
19 0159
0900
TH 1435
1.6
4.5
1.4
4 0401
1052
SA 1622
1.6
4.4
1.3
19 0343
1031
SU 1607
1.1
4.8
0.7
4 0301
1004
SA 1520
1.8
4.0
1.4
19 0241
0934
SU 1503
1.3
4.4
0.9
4 0340
1044
TU 1556
1.2
4.3
1.0
19 0347
1054
W 1607
0.7
4.8
0.6
2213 4.3 2133 4.4 2328 4.4 2312 4.9 2238 4.2 2215 4.7 2307 4.6 2318 5.0
5 0335
1021
TH 1600
1.6
4.4
1.4
20 0257
0950
F 1528
1.4
4.7
1.1
5 0436 1.4
1129 4.5
SU 1657 1.1
20 0429 0.8
1119 4.9
M 1652 0.5
5 0337
1042
SU 1555
1.5
4.2
1.2
20 0327
1024
M 1548
0.9
4.7
0.6
5 0415
1113
W 1630
1.0
4.5
0.8
20 0429 0.6
1134 4.9
TH 1649 0.6
2255 4.4 2226 4.6 9 4 2312 4.4 2301 4.9 2335 4.7 4 2354 5.0
6 0415 1.5
1101 4.5
F 1639 1.3
21 0349 1.2
1038 4.8
SA 1617 0.9
6 0003
0511
M 1203
4.5
1.3
4.5
21 0000
0514
TU 1206
5.0
0.6
5.0
6 0411
1114
M 1629
1.3
4.4
1.0
21 0410 0.6
1109 4.9
TU 1632 0.4
6 0449
1144
TH 1704
0.8
4.6
0.8
21 0510 0.6
1213 4.9
F 1729 0.6
9 2335 4.4 4 2318 4.8 1731 1.0 1738 0.4 2342 4.6 4 2342 5.1 9
7 0453 1.5
1140 4.5
SA 1715 1.3
22 0439 1.0
1128 4.9
SU 1705 0.7
7 0035
0545
TU 1235
4.6
1.2
4.6
22 0045
0559
W 1252
5.1
0.5
5.0
7 0445 1.1
1143 4.5
TU 1703 0.8
22 0453 0.5
1151 5.0
W 1714 0.3
7 0004
0522
F 1216
4.7
0.7
4.7
22 0030
0549
SA 1252
4.9
0.6
4.8
1805 0.9 1822 0.4 9 1738 0.7 1808 0.8
8 0015
0529
SU 1216
4.5
1.5
4.5
23 0012
0528
M 1218
4.9
0.9
4.9
8 0105
0619
W 1306
4.6
1.1
4.6
23 0126
0643
TH 1336
5.1
0.6
5.0
8 0009
0520
W 1212
4.7
0.9
4.6
23 0020
0535
TH 1232
5.2
0.4
5.0
8 0035
0555
SA 1250
4.8
0.7
4.7
23 0107
0626
SU 1332
4.8
0.8
4.7
1751 1.2 1754 0.6 1839 0.9 1906 0.5 1738 0.7 1757 0.4 1810 0.8 1844 1.0
9 0052
0604
M 1251
4.5
1.5
4.5
24 0106
0616
TU 1310
5.0
0.8
4.9
9 0134
0653
TH 1337
4.6
1.1
4.5
24 0206
0725
F 1419
5.0
0.7
4.8
9 0036
0553
TH 1242
4.7
0.8
4.7
24 0058
0616
F 1313
5.1
0.5
5.0
9 0107
0627
SU 1325
4.7
0.7
4.7
24 0144
0701
M 1411
4.6
1.0
4.5
1825 1.2 1842 0.6 1911 1.0 1948 0.7 1811 0.7 1837 0.5 1844 0.8 1919 1.2
10 0127
0639
TU 1325
4.5
1.5
4.4
25 0155
0704
W 1400
5.0
0.8
4.9
10 0204
0725
F 1409
4.6
1.2
4.5
25 0247
0807
SA 1503
4.8
1.0
4.6
10 0105
0626
F 1313
4.7
0.8
4.7
25 0135
0655
SA 1353
5.0
0.7
4.8
10 0140
0702
M 1403
4.7
0.8
4.5
25 0221
0736
TU 1452
4.4
1.2
4.3
1900 1.3 1930 0.7 1942 1.1 2030 1.1 1842 0.8 1915 0.8 1920 1.0 1955 1.5
11 0159
0714
W 1359
4.5
1.5
4.4
26 0241
0753
TH 1449
4.9
1.0
4.7
11 0236
0757
SA 1443
4.5
1.3
4.4
26 0330
0849
SU 1551
4.6
1.3
4.3
11 0134
0657
SA 1344
4.7
0.8
4.6
26 0213
0731
SU 1434
4.8
0.9
4.6
11 0216
0741
TU 1448
4.5
0.9
4.4
26 0259
0815
W 1537
4.1
1.5
4.1
1935 1.3 2019 0.9 2015 1.2 2113 1.5 1912 0.8 1950 1.1 2002 1.2 2040 1.8
12 0234
0751
TH 1436
4.4
1.6
4.3
27 0326
0842
F 1539
4.8
1.2
4.5
12 0313
0833
SU 1525
4.3
1.4
4.2
27 0416
0938
M 1643
4.2
1.7
4.0
12 0204
0728
SU 1417
4.6
0.9
4.5
27 0252
0805
M 1518
4.5
1.2
4.3
12 0304
0827
W 1549
4.3
1.2
4.1
27 0343
0906
TH 1627
3.9
1.8
3.8
2011 1.4 2110 1.1 2053 1.4 5 2211 1.8 1944 1.0 2025 1.4 2057 1.6 5 2146 2.1
13 0312
0829
F 1518
4.3
1.7
4.2
28 0412
0937
SA 1630
4.6
1.4
4.3
13 0359
0919
M 1622
4.2
1.6
4.0
28 0509
1106
TU 1745
3.9
2.0
3.7
13 0237
0802
M 1456
4.4
1.1
4.3
28 0334
0843
TU 1606
4.2
1.5
4.0
13 0411
0935
TH 1701
4.0
1.5
4.0
28 0437
1038
F 1729
3.6
2.0
3.7
2051 1.5 5 2207 1.5 8 2143 1.7 2352 2.1 2021 1.2 2107 1.8 8 2237 1.8 2341 2.2
14 0357
0914
SA 1609
4.2
1.8
4.1
29 0501
1041
SU 1725
4.3
1.7
4.0
14 0501
1024
TU 1736
4.0
1.8
3.8
14 0320
0845
TU 1553
4.2
1.3
4.0
29 0422
0936
W 1703
3.8
1.9
3.7
14 0528
1127
F 1819
3.8
1.7
3.9
29 0545 3.5
1211 2.0
SA 1851 3.7
2138 1.7 2312 1.7 2300 1.9 2109 1.6 5 2230 2.2
15 0449
1010
SU 1708
4.1
1.9
4.0
30 0556 4.1
1155 1.9
M 1828 3.8
15 0615 3.9
1200 1.9
W 1859 3.8
15 0425
0946
W 1711
4.0
1.6
3.8
30 0523 3.6
1155 2.1
TH 1819 3.5
15 0014
0649
SA 1245
1.8
3.8
1.5
30 0051
0720
SU 1311
2.1
3.5
1.8
8 2236 1.8 8 2235 1.9 1948 4.1 2018 3.8
31 0025
0701
TU 1312
1.9
3.9
1.9
31 0037
0649
F 1309
2.2
3.4
2.0
1945 3.8 2001 3.6

Chichester tides
STANDARD TIME (UT) CHICHESTER HARBOUR LAT 50°47’N LONG 0°56’W Dates in red are SPRINGS
YEAR 2023

1 0145
0839
M 1359
1.8
3.8
1.6
16 0146
0900
TU 1408
1.3
4.3
1.2
1 0217
0914
TH 1428
1.5
4.2
1.4
16 0304
1010
F 1523
1.2
4.3
1.3
1 0217
0924
SA 1436
1.4
4.3
1.4
16 0337
1040
SU 1554
1.4
4.2
1.5
1 0347
1050
TU 1610
0.9
4.6
1.0
16 0433
1147
W 1649
1.1
4.5
1.3
2112 4.1 2130 4.6 2135 4.4 2221 4.5 2141 4.5 2242 4.3 9 2259 4.7 4 2345 4.4
2 0228
0926
TU 1440
1.6
4.0
1.4
17 0237
0951
W 1457
1.1
4.5
1.0
2 0255
0956
F 1508
1.3
4.4
1.3
17 0349
1052
SA 1607
1.2
4.4
1.3
2 0307
1013
SU 1527
1.2
4.4
1.3
17 0417 1.3
1122 4.3
M 1633 1.5
2 0436
1142
W 1700
0.7
4.8
0.9
17 0508 1.0
1218 4.5
TH 1724 1.2
2149 4.3 2213 4.7 2213 4.6 2259 4.5 2226 4.6 4 2322 4.3 2349 4.8
3 0305
1002
W 1517
1.3
4.2
1.2
18 0323
1034
TH 1543
0.9
4.6
1.0
3 0334
1038
SA 1549
1.1
4.5
1.2
18 0430 1.1
1134 4.4
SU 1648 1.4
3 0355 1.0
1103 4.5
M 1617 1.2
18 0455 1.2
1202 4.4
TU 1711 1.4
3 0525
1233
TH 1749
0.6
4.9
0.8
18 0018
0544
F 1248
4.5
0.9
4.6
2222 4.5 2250 4.8 2253 4.6 4 2339 4.4 9 2314 4.7 1800 1.1
4 0339
1036
TH 1552
1.1
4.4
1.1
19 0406 0.9
1113 4.6
F 1625 1.0
4 0414 1.0
1123 4.6
SU 1632 1.1
19 0510 1.2
1216 4.4
M 1727 1.4
4 0445 0.9
1157 4.6
TU 1709 1.1
19 0001
0533
W 1239
4.3
1.2
4.4
4 0039
0614
F 1322
4.8
0.5
4.9
19 0049
0619
SA 1317
4.5
0.9
4.6
2254 4.6 4 2326 4.7 9 2336 4.7 1749 1.4 1838 0.8 1833 1.1
5 0412 1.0
1111 4.6
F 1626 1.0
20 0447 0.9
1152 4.6
SA 1705 1.0
5 0458 0.9
1211 4.6
M 1719 1.1
20 0019
0549
TU 1257
4.4
1.2
4.4
5 0004
0536
W 1251
4.7
0.8
4.7
20 0039
0610
TH 1315
4.3
1.1
4.4
5 0129
0703
SA 1409
4.8
0.6
4.9
20 0119
0651
SU 1346
4.5
1.0
4.5
9 2328 4.7 1806 1.5 1801 1.0 1825 1.4 1926 0.8 1904 1.2
6 0446 0.8
1149 4.6
SA 1702 0.9
21 0003
0526
SU 1233
4.7
0.9
4.6
6 0021
0545
TU 1302
4.6
0.9
4.6
21 0058
0627
W 1336
4.3
1.2
4.4
6 0057
0628
TH 1346
4.7
0.8
4.8
21 0114
0646
F 1348
4.3
1.2
4.4
6 0218
0751
SU 1455
4.8
0.7
4.8
21 0150
0720
M 1416
4.4
1.1
4.4
1744 1.1 1808 1.1 1844 1.5 1854 1.0 1901 1.4 2015 1.0 1934 1.3
7 0004
0523
SU 1229
4.7
0.8
4.7
22 0041
0604
M 1313
4.6
1.0
4.5
7 0110
0635
W 1356
4.6
0.9
4.6
22 0135
0705
TH 1413
4.3
1.3
4.3
7 0151
0721
F 1437
4.7
0.8
4.8
22 0147
0721
SA 1421
4.3
1.2
4.4
7 0307
0841
M 1541
4.6
1.0
4.7
22 0222
0749
TU 1448
4.3
1.2
4.3
1740 0.9 1821 1.3 1900 1.2 1923 1.6 1947 1.1 1936 1.5 2107 1.2 2006 1.4
8 0042
0601
M 1311
4.7
0.8
4.6
23 0119
0640
TU 1353
4.4
1.2
4.4
8 0203
0728
TH 1451
4.5
0.9
4.6
23 0212
0744
F 1451
4.2
1.4
4.3
8 0244
0815
SA 1528
4.6
0.9
4.7
23 0221
0756
SU 1455
4.3
1.3
4.3
8 0358
0935
TU 1629
4.4
1.3
4.4
23 0259
0823
W 1528
4.2
1.4
4.2
1821 1.0 1858 1.4 1956 1.3 2004 1.7 2042 1.2 2012 1.6 8 2206 1.5 2046 1.6
9 0122
0644
TU 1358
4.6
0.8
4.6
24 0156
0718
W 1433
4.3
1.3
4.3
9 0300
0826
F 1547
4.4
1.1
4.5
24 0251
0827
SA 1530
4.1
1.5
4.2
9 0338
0911
SU 1617
4.5
1.0
4.6
24 0259
0831
M 1533
4.2
1.4
4.2
9 0451
1038
W 1721
4.1
1.6
4.2
24 0348
0909
TH 1622
4.0
1.6
4.0
1906 1.1 1938 1.6 2059 1.4 2049 1.8 2142 1.3 2051 1.7 2316 1.7 5 2142 1.7
10 0208
0730
W 1451
4.5
1.0
4.4
25 0233
0759
TH 1514
4.1
1.5
4.2
10 0359
0931
SA 1642
4.3
1.2
4.5
25 0335
0914
SU 1613
4.0
1.6
4.1
10 0432
1011
M 1707
4.3
1.2
4.5
25 0343
0911
TU 1617
4.1
1.6
4.1
10 0550
1148
TH 1820
3.9
1.8
3.9
25 0454
1016
F 1730
3.8
1.9
3.9
1957 1.3 2023 1.8 8 2208 1.5 2142 1.9 8 2244 1.5 5 2138 1.8 2312 1.9
11 0303
0825
TH 1551
4.3
1.2
4.3
26 0316
0849
F 1559
4.0
1.7
4.0
11 0458
1038
SU 1739
4.2
1.3
4.4
26 0424
1007
M 1701
3.9
1.7
4.1
11 0526
1111
TU 1800
4.2
1.4
4.3
26 0434
1002
W 1708
3.9
1.7
4.0
11 0031
0701
F 1301
1.8
3.7
1.9
26 0610 3.8
1155 1.9
SA 1846 3.9
2101 1.5 2121 2.0 2314 1.5 5 2240 1.9 2347 1.6 2238 1.8 1933 3.8
12 0407
0939
F 1655
4.1
1.4
4.2
27 0406
0954
SA 1649
3.8
1.8
3.9
12 0559 4.1
1141 1.4
M 1841 4.3
27 0517
1102
TU 1753
3.9
1.8
4.0
12 0627 4.0
1214 1.6
W 1902 4.2
27 0532
1103
TH 1807
3.9
1.8
4.0
12 0142
0836
SA 1406
1.8
3.8
1.9
27 0044
0736
SU 1318
1.7
3.9
1.8
8 2228 1.7 5 2237 2.1 2337 1.9 2346 1.8 2055 3.9 2004 4.1
13 0515
1103
SA 1802
4.0
1.5
4.2
28 0501
1105
SU 1745
3.7
1.9
3.9
13 0016
0709
TU 1241
1.5
4.1
1.4
28 0615 3.9
1155 1.8
W 1853 4.1
13 0052
0740
TH 1319
1.6
3.9
1.7
28 0639 3.9
1211 1.8
F 1915 4.1
13 0237
0950
SU 1456
1.6
4.0
1.7
28 0153
0852
M 1421
1.5
4.2
1.5
2344 1.6 2348 2.0 1951 4.3 2011 4.1 2154 4.1 2107 4.4
14 0626 4.0
1212 1.4
SU 1919 4.2
29 0603 3.7
1206 1.8
M 1852 3.9
14 0117
0825
W 1340
1.4
4.1
1.4
29 0032
0722
TH 1248
1.8
4.0
1.7
14 0157
0856
F 1420
1.6
4.0
1.7
29 0055
0757
SA 1321
1.7
4.0
1.7
14 0319
1036
M 1536
1.4
4.2
1.6
29 0247
0948
TU 1511
1.1
4.5
1.1
2053 4.4 1957 4.2 2112 4.2 2024 4.2 2236 4.2 2158 4.6
15 0048
0748
M 1312
1.5
4.1
1.3
30 0046
0717
TU 1258
1.9
3.8
1.7
15 0214
0924
TH 1435
1.3
4.2
1.4
30 0126
0829
F 1342
1.6
4.1
1.6
15 0252
0954
SA 1511
1.5
4.1
1.6
30 0201
0904
SU 1425
1.5
4.2
1.5
15 0356
1113
TU 1613
1.3
4.3
1.4
30 0335
1038
W 1558
0.8
4.8
0.8
2035 4.4 2002 4.1 2141 4.5 2053 4.4 2200 4.2 2121 4.4 2311 4.3 2245 4.8
31 0135
0825
W 1345
1.7
4.0
1.6
31 0257
0959
M 1520
1.2
4.4
1.3
31 0421 0.5
1124 5.0
TH 1644 0.6
2054 4.3 2210 4.6 9 2332 5.0

GI: Tide tables:

STANDARD TIME (UT) CHICHESTER HARBOUR LAT 50°47’N LONG 0°56’W Dates in red are SPRINGS
YEAR 2023

1 0507 0.4
1210 5.1
F 1729 0.5
16 0514 0.8
1217 4.7
SA 1730 0.9
1 0526 0.4
1227 5.2
SU 1746 0.5
16 0511 0.9
1210 4.7
M 1728 0.9
1 0105
0620
W 1320
4.7
1.1
4.7
16 0041
0554
TH 1251
4.6
1.2
4.6
1 0135
0642
F 1338
4.5
1.5
4.4
16 0125
0636
SA 1332
4.6
1.2
4.6
1839 1.1 1817 1.0 1905 1.4 1903 1.0
2 0018
0552
SA 1254
5.0
0.3
5.1
17 0021
0547
SU 1244
4.6
0.8
4.7
2 0042
0608
M 1307
5.0
0.6
5.1
17 0023
0543
TU 1239
4.6
0.9
4.7
2 0149
0657
TH 1400
4.6
1.3
4.5
17 0125
0638
F 1334
4.5
1.2
4.5
2 0218
0724
SA 1420
4.4
1.7
4.3
17 0219
0729
SU 1426
4.6
1.3
4.6
1814 0.5 1802 0.9 1827 0.7 1800 0.9 1917 1.3 1903 1.1 1947 1.6 1958 1.1
3 0104 5.0
18 0050 4.6
3 0125 4.9
18 0056 4.6
3 0235 4.4
18 0217 4.4
3 0303 4.3
18 0316 4.6
Central S England
0637 0.5 0617 0.9 0647 0.8 0615 1.0 0737 1.6 0727 1.4 0809 1.8 0826 1.4
SU 1337 5.0 M 1311 4.6 TU 1348 4.8 W 1310 4.6 F 1443 4.2 SA 1427 4.4 SU 1504 4.1 M 1527 4.5
1857 0.7 1831 1.0 1905 0.9 1833 1.0 1959 1.6 1955 1.3 2036 1.7 2058 1.2
4 0150
0720
M 1420
4.9
0.7
4.9
19 0120
0645
TU 1339
4.5
1.0
4.6
4 0210
0725
W 1430
4.6
1.1
4.6
19 0131
0651
TH 1344
4.5
1.1
4.5
4 0324
0823
SA 1532
4.1
1.9
4.0
19 0320
0826
SU 1535
4.3
1.6
4.2
4 0351
0904
M 1555
4.1
2.0
4.0
19 0413 4.5
0931 1.5
TU 1628 4.4
1940 0.9 1900 1.0 1942 1.2 1911 1.1 2052 1.9 2102 1.5 2138 1.9 5 2203 1.3
5 0236
0803
TU 1504
4.7
1.0
4.6
20 0151
0715
W 1409
4.4
1.1
4.4
5 0256
0802
TH 1514
4.4
1.5
4.3
20 0213
0732
F 1427
4.4
1.3
4.3
5 0418 4.0
0931 2.2
SU 1630 3.8
20 0426 4.3
0946 1.8
M 1645 4.1
5 0441
1016
TU 1652
4.0
2.2
3.8
20 0510
1038
W 1729
4.5
1.6
4.3
2022 1.2 1932 1.2 2022 1.6 1956 1.3 8 2225 2.0 5 2226 1.6 8 2250 2.0 2308 1.4
6 0325 4.4
0846 1.4
W 1551 4.3
21 0226
0750
TH 1446
4.3
1.3
4.2
6 0348 4.1
0847 1.8
F 1605 3.9
21 0312
0822
SA 1533
4.2
1.6
4.1
6 0519
1115
M 1736
3.8
2.2
3.6
21 0531
1107
TU 1753
4.3
1.8
4.1
6 0537
1130
W 1753
4.0
2.2
3.8
21 0609 4.4
1143 1.6
TH 1833 4.2
8 2110 1.6 2012 1.4 8 2117 1.9 2055 1.6 2347 2.0 2337 1.6 2351 2.0
7 0417
0942
TH 1642
4.1
1.7
4.0
22 0315 4.1
0835 1.6
F 1543 4.0
7 0445
1012
SA 1705
3.8
2.2
3.7
22 0429 4.0
0943 1.9
SU 1654 3.9
7 0629 3.8
1223 2.2
TU 1855 3.7
22 0638 4.3
1213 1.6
W 1903 4.2
7 0640
1232
TH 1903
4.0
2.1
3.8
22 0010
0713
F 1246
1.5
4.4
1.6
2227 1.9 5 2106 1.7 2321 2.1 5 2244 1.8 1944 4.2
8 0516 3.8
1114 2.0
F 1742 3.7
23 0432
0944
SA 1706
3.9
1.9
3.8
8 0554 3.6
1201 2.2
SU 1819 3.5
23 0543 4.0
1134 1.9
M 1809 3.9
8 0045
0750
W 1319
1.9
3.9
2.0
23 0038
0749
TH 1312
1.4
4.5
1.5
8 0045
0746
F 1325
1.9
4.1
2.0
23 0112
0818
SA 1348
1.5
4.5
1.5
2254 1.9 2014 3.8 2014 4.4 2010 4.0 2050 4.3
9 0004
0627
SA 1238
2.0
3.6
2.1
24 0554 3.8
1151 2.0
SU 1826 3.8
9 0034
0725
M 1305
2.0
3.7
2.1
24 0007
0701
TU 1243
1.7
4.1
1.7
9 0136
0850
TH 1406
1.7
4.2
1.8
24 0135
0850
F 1407
1.3
4.7
1.3
9 0134
0839
SA 1409
1.8
4.3
1.8
24 0212
0914
SU 1444
1.5
4.6
1.4
1858 3.6 2001 3.6 1927 4.1 2105 4.1 2112 4.6 2100 4.2 2145 4.4
10 0115
0819
SU 1342
1.9
3.7
2.0
25 0032
0719
M 1308
1.7
3.9
1.8
10 0129
0912
TU 1356
1.8
3.9
1.9
25 0109
0818
W 1341
1.4
4.4
1.4
10 0220
0930
F 1446
1.6
4.4
1.5
25 0228
0938
SA 1456
1.2
4.8
1.1
10 0216
0921
SU 1445
1.7
4.5
1.6
25 0304
1000
M 1532
1.4
4.6
1.3
2049 3.7 1946 4.0 2123 3.9 2037 4.4 2142 4.3 2158 4.7 2141 4.4 2233 4.5
11 0208
0943
M 1430
1.8
3.9
1.8
26 0136
0838
TU 1405
1.4
4.3
1.4
11 0215
0952
W 1439
1.6
4.2
1.6
26 0203
0917
TH 1431
1.1
4.7
1.1
11 0258
1003
SA 1521
1.4
4.6
1.3
26 0316
1018
SU 1541
1.1
4.9
1.0
11 0254
0958
M 1520
1.6
4.6
1.4
26 0350
1041
TU 1615
1.4
4.6
1.2
2153 4.0 2054 4.4 2157 4.1 2131 4.7 2215 4.5 2241 4.7 2221 4.5 2317 4.5
12 0250
1025
TU 1509
1.5
4.2
1.6
27 0228
0936
W 1454
1.0
4.6
1.0
12 0255
1020
TH 1517
1.3
4.4
1.3
27 0251
1002
F 1517
0.9
5.0
0.8
12 0332
1034
SU 1553
1.3
4.7
1.2
27 0400
1057
M 1624
1.1
4.9
1.0
12 0333
1035
TU 1558
1.4
4.7
1.3
27 0433 1.4
1121 4.6
W 1657 1.2
2227 4.2 2146 4.7 2224 4.3 2215 4.9 2248 4.6 9 2323 4.7 4 2302 4.6 9
13 0328
1056
W 1546
1.2
4.4
1.3
28 0315
1022
TH 1539
0.7
4.9
0.7
13 0332
1047
F 1552
1.1
4.6
1.1
28 0336
1042
SA 1600
0.7
5.1
0.7
13 0404
1105
M 1624
1.2
4.7
1.1
28 0442 1.1
1136 4.8
TU 1704 1.0
13 0414
1114
W 1639
1.3
4.7
1.1
28 0000
0514
TH 1202
4.5
1.4
4.6
2255 4.4 2231 4.9 2252 4.5 9 2257 5.0 4 2323 4.6 2346 4.6 1737 1.2
14 0404
1123
TH 1622
1.0
4.6
1.1
29 0400
1104
F 1622
0.5
5.1
0.5
14 0407
1113
SA 1626
1.0
4.7
1.0
29 0419
1120
SU 1641
0.6
5.1
0.7
14 0438 1.1
1138 4.7
TU 1658 1.0
29 0007
0523
W 1217
4.7
1.2
4.7
14 0458
1157
TH 1724
1.3
4.7
1.1
29 0042
0554
F 1242
4.5
1.4
4.5
2323 4.5 9 2314 5.0 4 2321 4.6 2339 4.9 1745 1.1 1817 1.2
15 0439
1150
F 1656
0.9
4.6
1.0
30 0443
1145
SA 1705
0.4
5.2
0.5
15 0440
1141
SU 1658
0.9
4.7
0.9
30 0501 0.7
1200 5.1
M 1721 0.7
15 0000
0515
W 1213
4.6
1.1
4.7
30 0051
0603
TH 1258
4.6
1.3
4.6
15 0034
0546
F 1242
4.6
1.2
4.7
30 0122
0633
SA 1321
4.5
1.5
4.5
4 2352 4.6 2358 5.1 2351 4.6 1736 1.0 1824 1.3 1813 1.0 1856 1.3
31 0022
0541
TU 1239
4.9
0.9
4.9
31 0200
0711
SU 1359
4.5
1.5
4.4
1801 0.9 1934 1.4

“An extraordinary account of heroism and sacrifice”
– Griff Rhys Jones

AREA 3 – SE England
South East England

Selsey Bill to North Foreland
9.3.1 Contents ....................................................................................................................... 249
9.3.2 Area map and Distance table .................................................................................. 250

Eastern Channel • On passage up Channel • Selsey Bill and the Owers •
The Owers to Brighton • Brighton to Dungeness • Dungeness to North Foreland •
Lydd Firing Ranges • Hythe Firing Ranges • Crossing the Eastern English Channel
9.3.6 Littlehampton .............................................................................................................. 257
9.3.7 Shoreham, tide tables/curves .................................................................................. 258
9.3.8 Brighton ........................................................................................................................ 262
SE England
9.3.9 Newhaven .................................................................................................................... 263
9.3.10 Eastbourne ................................................................................................................... 264

Hastings
9.3.11 Rye ................................................................................................................................. 265
9.3.12 Folkestone .................................................................................................................... 266
9.3.13 Dover, tide tables/curves .......................................................................................... 267
9.3.14 Dover Strait ................................................................................................................ 271
9.3.15 Ramsgate ...................................................................................................................... 272

Sandwich
249
9.3.2
AREA 4 South East England
AREA 3 Selsey Bill to North Foreland
1 Portland Bill 1
2 Nab Tower 60 2 DISTANCE TABLE
3 Boulder Lt Buoy 65 5 3 the most direct route while avoiding dangers and
4 Owers Lt Buoy 69 10 6 4 allowing for TSS. Places in italics are in adjoining
5 Littlehampton 78 19 13 12 5 areas; places in bold are in 9.0.5, Cross-Channel
10' Distances; places underlined are in 9.0.7,
6 Shoreham 90 32 24 21 13 6
Distances across the North Sea.
7 Brighton 93 35 28 24 17 5 7
8 Newhaven 97 40 34 29 24 12 7 8
9 Beachy Head 104 46 41 36 30 20 14 8 9
10 Eastbourne 111 51 45 40 34 24 19 12 7 10
11 Rye 129 72 67 62 56 46 41 34 25 23 11
12 Dungeness 134 76 71 66 60 50 44 38 30 26 9 12
13 Folkestone 152 92 84 81 76 65 60 53 43 40 23 13 13
14 Dover 157 97 89 86 81 70 65 58 48 45 28 18 5 14
51°N 15 Ramsgate 172 112 104 101 96 85 80 73 63 60 43 33 20 15 15
16 N Foreland 175 115 107 104 99 88 83 76 66 63 46 36 23 18 3 16
SHOREHAM BRIGHTON
LITTLEHAMPTON 9.3.7 9.3.8
50' Worthing C
9.3.6 NEWHAVEN
• 9.3.9 EASTBOURNE
Bognor Regis 9.3.10
• C
Beachy
Head
Selsey
Magnetic
Rampion
Offshore Variation ITZ
Wind Farm
Die
40' 0·4E°
pp
e
See 9.2.2
30'
NE
N ZO
TI O
RA
PA
Greenwich SE
20'
50' 40' 30' 20' 10'W 00° 10'E 20'
250
QUEENBOROUGH North Foreland

Herne
9.4.10 Bay Margate
C
C
AREA 4 THE SWALE 9.4.9 WHITSTABLE 9.4.8
AREA 3 RAMSGATE 9.3.15 Oostende
Sandwich
• Deal
Harbour with full almanac entry
Major light
¡RG Emergency RDF station DOVER 10'
C NCI station 9.3.13 Dover CG/CNIS
Ferry routes Langdon Battery
FOLKESTONE Cala
9.3.12 Dunk is
erque
EMERGENCY 999 C
HMCG NATIONAL – 02392 552100 Hythe Firing Ranges
• DOVER STRAIT
9.3.14
HMCG DOVER – 01304 210008
HM CUSTOMS – 0845 010 9000 ITZ
51°N
RYE 9.3.11
Dieppe
Lydd • Dungeness
Firing Ranges
SE England
Hastings Cap Gris Nez
50'
ITZ
E
N
O
Z
Boulogne
•
N
IO
T
A
R
A 40'
P
E
S
ITZ
Etaples
•
30'
Magnetic
Variation
0·7°E Berck
•
20'
Le Crotoy •
00°30' 1°E 1°30'
40' 50' 10' 20'
•
St Valery
251
Tidal streams

0° 1° 0° 1°
8
SLACK
10,1
HW-5 HW-4
10
,08
02,23
Burnham-on-Crouch Burnham-on-Crouch
06,
04
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Havengore Creek
,18 ,14 Havengore Creek
51° 09,16 10 08 51° 07,13
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07, 13,24
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Dover Dover
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Littlehampton
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Dover Dover
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08
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1 Hour after HW Dover 2 Hours after HW Dover
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,2 HW+4 Burnham-on-Crouch ,19 6
19 ,13 ,19 11 ,1
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11, 8,15 07
Havengore Creek
11 09
,1
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09,17
17 7,12
2
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SE England
03,06
08,14
6 2
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4 15,
Dover Dover
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13
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01
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Littlehampton 5 Littlehampton
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9
30’
8
,0
03,06 SLACK
,0
05
04
5
,10 3,0
06 0
HW+5 Burnham-on-Crouch ,13 HW+6 Burnham-on-Crouch ,05
Havengore Creek 07 ,14 ,14 Havengore Creek 03
08 08
51° 09,16 08,15 51° 06,10 07,12
30’
08,14
30’
10,18
SLACK
03,05
07,13
Dover SLACK Dover

14
08,
11 ,08
06, 04
51° 51°
8
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5
9
04
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08
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Shoreham Shoreham
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03,05
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02,03 09
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Lights,
Lights etcbuoys and waypoints
– Passage information Plot waypoints on chart before use
9.3.4 LIGHTS, BUOYS AND WAYPOINTS HASTINGS

Ldg Lts 356·3°. Front, FR 14m 4M; 50°51’·29N 00°35’·38E. Rear,
Bold print = light with a nominal range of 15M or more. CAPITALS
West Hill, 357m from front, FR 55m 4M; W twr.
= place or feature. CAPITAL ITALICS = light-vessel, light float or
Lanby. Italics = Fog signal. Bold italics = Racon. Some marks/ RYE
buoys are fitted with AIS (MMSI No); see relevant charts. Rye Fairway, L Fl 10s; 50°54’·04N 00°48’·04E.
W Groyne Hd No 2 ° LFl R 7s 7m 6M; 50°55’·58N 00°46’·55E;
OWERS TO BEACHY HEAD 992351156.
SELSEY BILL and THE OWERS E Arm Hd No 1 á Q (9) 15s 7m 5M; G j; Horn 7s; 50°55’·73N
S Pullar t VQ (6) + L Fl 10s; 50°38’·84N 00°49’·29W. 00°46’·46E.
Pullar q Q (9) 15s; 50°40’·47N 00°50’·09W. Dungeness Outfall t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 50°54’·45N 00°58’·21E.
Boulder : Fl G 2·5s; 50°41’·56N 00°49’·09W. Dungeness £ 50°54’·81N 00°58’·56E; Fl 10s 40m 21M; B | twr,
Street 4 QR; 50°41’·69N 00°48’·89W. W bands and lantern, floodlit; Part obsc 078°-shore; (H24).
Mixon Bn | Q(6) + L Fl 15s; 50°42’·37N 00°46’·32E. F RG 37m 10M (same twr); vis: 057°-R-073°-G-078°-196°-R-216°;
Owers t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; Bell; Racon (O) 10M; 50°38’·59N Horn (1) 30s; FR Lts shown between 2·4M and 5·2M WNW
00°41’·09W. when firing taking place. QR on radio mast 1·2M NW.
E Borough Hd v Q (3) 10s Bell; 50°41’·54N 00°39’·09W.
DUNGENESS TO NORTH FORELAND
LITTLEHAMPTON
West Pier Hd ÉQR 7m 6M; 50°47’·88N 00°32’·46W. FOLKESTONE
Training Wall Hd á QG 10m 2M; 50°47’·87N 00°32’·38W. Hythe Flats Outfall . Fl Y 5s; 51°02’·52N 01°05’·32E.
Ldg lts 346°. Front, E Pier Hd ° FG 6m 7M; B col. Rear, 64m from Breakwater Head £ Fl (2) 10s 14m 22M; vis: 210°-W-090°;
front, Oc W 7·5s 9m10M; W twr; vis: 290°-W- 042°; 50°48’·09N 51°04’·56N 01°11’·69E.
00°32’·51W. DOVER
Outfall 0 Fl Y 5s; 50°46’·27N 00°30’·53W. Admiralty Pier Extension Head £ 51°06’·69N 01°19’·66E;
Littlehampton ° Fl (5) Y 20s 9m 5M; 50°46’·19N 00°29’·54W. Fl 7·5s 21m 20M; W twr; vis: 096°-090°, obsc in The Downs by
WORTHING and SHOREHAM S Foreland inshore of 226°; Horn 10s; Int Port Tfc sigs.
Met Mast ° Fl Y 5s 12m 2M; 50°41’·29N 00°20’·59W. S Bkwtr W Hd £ 51°06’·78N 01°19’·80E;Oc R 30s 21m 18M; W twr.
Outfall É Fl R 2·5s 3m; 50°48’·38N 00°20’·34W. Knuckle £ 51°07’·04N 01°20’·49E; Fl (4) WR 10s 15m W15M,
Express d Fl Y 5s; (Apr-Oct); 50°47’·28N 00°17’·09W. R13M; W twr; vis: 059°-R-239°-W-059°.
W Bkwtr Head ° Fl R 5s 7m 7M; 50°49’·49N 00°14’·89W. N Head ° Fl R 2·5s 11m 5M; 51°07’·20N 01°20’·61E.
Ldg Lts 355°. Middle Pier Front, Oc 5s 8m 10M; W watch-house, Eastern Arm Hd ° Fl G 5s 12m 5M; Horn (2) 30s; Int port tfc sigs;
R base; tidal Lts, tfc sigs; Horn 20s. Rear, 192m from front, Fl 10s 51°07’·31N 01°20’·59E.
12m 10M; Gy twr vis: 283°-103°; 50°49’·85N 00°14’·89W. DOVER STRAIT
Outfall s 50°49’·47N 00°14’·39W. Bullock Bank p VQ; 50°46’·94N 01°07’·60E.
Shoreham Outfall t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 50°47’·88N 00°13’·72W. Ridens SE v VQ (3) 5s; 50°43’·47N 01°18’·87E.
BRIGHTON and BRIGHTON MARINA Colbart SW t VQ (6) + L Fl 10s; 50°48’·86N 01°16’·30E.
Black Rk Ledge Õ Fl Y 4s; 50°48’·07N 00°06’·46W. South Varne t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 50°55’·64N 01°17’·30E.
W Bkwtr Hd ° QR 10m 7M; W | structure, R bands; Horn (2) Mid Varne r VQ(9)10s; 50°58’·94N 01°19’·88E.
30s; 50°48’·50N 00°06’·38W. East Varne v VQ(3)5s; 50°58’·22N 01°20’·90E.
E Bkwtr Hd ° QG 8m 7M. Colbart N p VQ; 50°57’·45N 01°23’·29E.
Saltdean Outfall 0 Fl Y 5s; 50°46’·72N 00°02’·13W. Varne NW p Q; 51°00’·80N 01°22’·70E.
Varne NE v Q (3) 10s; 50°59’·80N 01°22’·70E.
NEWHAVEN VARNE μ 51°01’·29N 01°23’·90E; Fl R 5s 12m 15M; Racon (T)
Bkwtr Head ° Oc (2) 10s 17m 12M; 50°46’·56N 00°03’·50E. 10M; Horn 30s; 992351038.
E Pier Hd ° Iso G 10s 12m 6M; W twr; 50°46’·81N 00°03’·59E. CS 4 Z Fl (4) Y 15s; 51°08’·62N 01°33’·92E.
MPC Z Fl Y 2·5s; Racon (O) 10M; 51°06’·12N 01°38’·20E;
OFFSHORE MARKS
992351122.
CS 1 Z Fl Y 2·5s; Whis; 50°33’·69N 00°03’·92W.
SW Goodwin t Q (6) + LFl 15s; 51°08’·50N 01°28’·88E;
GREENWICH μ 50°24’·54N 00°00’·10E; Fl 5s 12m 15M; Riding
992351036.
light FW; R hull; Racon (M) 10M; Horn 30s; 992351032.
S Goodwin 0 Fl (4) R 15s; 51°10’·60N 01°32’·26E.
CS 2 ZFl Y 5s; 50°39’·14N 00°32’·60E.
SE Goodwin 0 Fl (3) R 10s; 51°12’·99N 01°34’·45E.
CS 3 ZFl Y 10s; 50°52’·04N 01°02’·18E.
E GOODWIN ç 51°13’·26N 01°36’·37E; Fl 15s 12m 23M; R hull
with lt twr amidships; Racon (T) 10M; Horn 30s; 992351035.
BEACHY HEAD TO DUNGENESS
E Goodwin v Q (3) 10s; 51°15’·67N 01°35’·69E.
Beachy Head £ 50°44’·03N 00°14’·49E; Fl (2) 20s 31m 16M; NE Goodwin v Q(3) 10s; Racon (M) 10M. 51°20’·31N
W round twr, R band and lantern; vis: 248°-101°; (H24). 01°34’·16E.
Royal Sovereign t Q(6) + L Fl 15s; 50°43’·34N 00°26’·10E, AIS.
Royal Sovereign 4 QR; 50°44’·23N 00°25’·84E. DEAL and THE DOWNS
Trinity Bay VQ(9) 10s; 51°11’·60N 01°29’·00E.
EASTBOURNE and SOVEREIGN HARBOUR Deal Bank 0 QR; 51°12’·92N 01°25’·57E.
SH ` L Fl 10s; 50°47’·40N 00°20’·71E. Goodwin Fork t Q(6) + L Fl 15s; Bell; 51°14’·38N 01°26’·70E.
Martello Tower ° Fl (3) 15s 12m 7M.; 50°47’·24N 00°19’·83E. Downs 0 Fl (2) R 5s; Bell; 51°14’·50N 01°26’·22E.
Dir lt 258° Fl WRG 5s 4m 1M; vis: 254°-G-257°-W-259°-R-262°;
50°47’·28N 00°19’·71E. GULL STREAM
S Bkwtr Hd ° Fl (4) R 12s 3m 6M; 50°47’·30N 00°20’·03E. W Goodwin : Fl G 5s; 51°15’·61N 01°27’·38E.
St Leonard’s Outfall * Fl Y 5s; 50°49’·31N 00°31’·95E. S Brake 0 Fl (3) R 10s; 51°15’·77N 01°26’·82E.
NW Goodwin r Q (9) 15s; 51°16’·72N 01°28’·47E.
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Brake 0 Fl (4) R 15s; 51°16’·98N 01°28’·19E. W Marine Terminal Dir lt 270°, Oc WRG 10s 10m 5M; B j Or
N Goodwin : Fl G 2·5s; 51°16’·74N 01°28’·40E. stripe; vis: 259°-G-269°-W-271°-R-281°; 51°19’·51N 01°24’·85E.
Gull Stream 0 QR; 51°18’·26N 01°29’·69E. Rear 493m fm front Oc 5s 17m 5M; B l Or stripe; vis: 263°-278°.
Gull v VQ (3) 5s; 51°19’·57N 01°31’·30E.
Goodwin Knoll : Fl (2) G 5s; 51°19’·57N 01°32’·20E. BROADSTAIRS and NORTH FORELAND
Broadstairs Knoll 0 Fl R 2·5s; 51°20’·88N 01°29’·48E.
RAMSGATE CHANNEL Pier SE End ° 2 FR (vert) 7m 4M; 51°21’·50N 01°26’·74E.
B2 : Fl (2) G 5s; 51°18’·26N 01°23’·93E. Elbow p Q; 51°23’·23N 01°31’·59E.
W Quern rQ (9) 15s; 51°18’·98N 01°25’·39E. North Foreland £ 51°22’·49N 01°26’·70E; Fl (5) WR 20s 57m
RAMSGATE W19M, R16M, R15M; W 8-sided twr; vis: shore-W-150°-R(16M)-
RA t Q(6) + L Fl 15s; 51°19’·60N 01°30’·13E. 181°-R(15M )-200°-W-011°; H24; 992351020.
E Brake 0 Fl R 5s; 51°19’·47N 01°29’·20E.
OFFSHORE MARKS
No 1 >QG; 51°19’·56N 01°27’·29E.
SANDETTIE ç 51°09’·36N 01°47’·12E; Fl 5s 12m 15M; R hull
No 2 4 Fl (4) R 10s; 51°19’·46N 01°27’·28E.
with lt twr amidships; Racon; Horn 30s; 992351029.
No 3 > Fl G 2·5s; 51°19’·56N 01°26’·61E.
No 4 4 QR; 51°19’·46N 01°26’·60E. F1 Z Fl (4) Y 15s; 51°11’·21N 01°44’·91E.
N Quern p Q; 51°19’·41N 01°26’·11E. South Falls t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 51°13’·84N 01°43’·93E.
No 5 t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 51°19’·56N 01°25’·91E. Sandettie W > Fl (3) G 12s; 51°15’·09N 01°54’·47E.
No 6 4 Fl (2) R 5s; 51°19’·46N 01°25’·91E. Mid Falls \ Fl (3) R 10s; 51°18’·63N 01°46’·99E.
South Bkwtr Hd Õ VQ R 10m 5M; 51°19’·46N 01°25’·41E. Inter Bank Z Fl Y 5s; Bell; Racon (M) 10M; 51°16’·47N 01°52’·23E.
N Bkwtr Hd Õ QG 10m 5M; 51°19’·56N 01°25’·47E. F2 Z Fl (4) Y 15s; 51°20’·41N 01°56’·19E.
9.3.5 PASSAGE INFORMATION SELSEY BILL AND THE OWERS

See 9.0.5 for distances across the eastern part of the English (AC 1652) Selsey Bill is a low headland off which lie several
Channel. Admiralty Leisure Folio 5605 covers Chichester to drying rocks and shoals. Just W and SW of Selsey, The
Ramsgate including the Dover Strait. Bibliography: Shell Streets extend 1·25M seaward. 1·25M SSW of the Bill are
Channel Pilot (Imray/Cunliffe); Channel Pilot and Dover Strait The Grounds (or Malt Owers) and The Dries. Inshore 1M E of
Pilot (Admiralty NP27 & 28). The Dries 1·25M S of the lifeboat house on E side of Selsey
Bill is The Mixon, a group of rocks with a red lit bn at the E
THE EASTERN CHANNEL end. The Owers extend 3M to the S and 5M to the SE of the
SE England
One of the greatest densities of commercial shipping occurs Bill. Looe Chan is immediately S of these dangers marked by
in this area. In such waters the greatest danger is a collision buoys at the W end, where it is narrowest, between Brake
with a larger vessel, especially in poor visibility. Even when (or Cross) Ledge to the N and Boulder Bk to the South. It is
coastal cruising it is essential to know the limits of the TSS navigable in good visibility and suitable weather. Beware of
and ITZ. For example, the SW-bound TSS lane from the Dover lobster pots.
Strait passes only 3.5M off Dungeness. Radar surveillance of z The E-going stream begins at HW Portsmouth + 0430, and the
the Dover Strait is maintained at all times by the Channel W-going at HW Portsmouth –0135, spring rate 2·5kn.y
Navigation Information Service (CNIS). In addition to the In poor visibility, bad weather or at night keep S of the Owers
many large ships using the traffic lanes, ferries cross between SCM, 7M SE of Selsey Bill, marking SE end of the Outer Owers.
English and continental ports; fishing vessels operate both
inshore and offshore; in the summer months many yachts z Much of the Outer Owers is less than 3m, and large parts
may be encountered; and static dangers such as lobster pots virtually dry. A combination of tidal streams and strong winds
and fishing nets are concentrated in certain places. produces heavy breaking seas and overfalls over a large area.y
z Although the rates of tidal streams vary with locality, they THE OWERS TO BRIGHTON
are greatest in the narrower parts of the Channel and off (AC 1652) The coast from Selsey Bill to Brighton is low, faced
major headlands. In the Dover Strait spring rates can reach 4kn, by a shingle beach and with few offlying dangers. Bognor Rks
but elsewhere in open water they seldom exceed 2kn. y (dry in places) extend 1·75M ESE from a point 1M W of the
N’ly winds, which may give smooth water and pleasant pier, and Bognor Spit extends another 0·5M further E and S.
sailing off the English coast, can cause rough seas on the Middleton ledge are rocks running 8ca offshore, about 2M
French coast. In strong S’lies the English coast between the E of Bognor pier, with depths of less than 1m. Shelley Rks lie
Isle of Wight and Dover is very exposed and shelter is hard 5ca S of Middleton ledge, with depths of less than 1m.
to find. The Dover Strait has a funnelling effect, which can Winter Knoll, 2·5M SSW of Littlehampton, has depths
increase the wind speed and cause very rough seas. of 2·1m. Kingston Rks, depth 2m, lie about 3·25M ESE of
Littlehampton. An unlit outfall bn is 3ca off Goring-by-Sea
ON PASSAGE UP CHANNEL (2M W of Worthing). Grass Banks, an extensive shoal with a
z There are three tidal gates; the Looe, Beachy Head and wreck swept to 1·2m at W end, lie 1M S of Worthing pier with
Dungeness. These form a tidal sequence which can enable a Elbow shoal, depth 2·5m, at their E extremity. A met mast
reasonably fast yacht to carry a fair tide from Selsey Bill to 103m high (Mo(U)W 15s, Horn Mo(U)) is 7M S of Worthing
Dover. Based on a mean speed over the ground of 7kn, together with Rampion Wind Farm’s 116 turbines. Early
transit the Looe at about slack water, HW Dover +0500 (HW decision to pass N or S is recommended.
Portsmouth +0430); Beachy Head will be passed at HW D Off Shoreham, Church Rks, with depth of 0·3m, lie 1·5M W
–0100; Dungeness at HW D +0300 and Dover at HW +0530, of the harbour entrance and 2½ca offshore. Jenny Rks, with
only stemming the first of the ebb in the last hour. The down- depth 0·9m, are 1·25M E of the entrance, 3ca offshore. A
Channel passage is less efficient and a stop at Sovereign diffuser is marked by a SCM and a wreck swept to 3.3m by
Harbour or Brighton may be considered. y a Y SPM.
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Passage information – Littlehampton
BRIGHTON TO DUNGENESS HYTHE FIRING RANGES

High chalk cliffs are conspic from Brighton to Beachy Head. (Centred on 51°02’N 01°03’E) a Danger Area extends 2M
With the exception of outfalls, the only danger more than offshore, from Hythe to Dymchurch (approx 5M and 8M
3ca offshore is a Wk (10m). From Birling Gap to Head Ledge a WSW of Folkestone hbr). While vessels may legally transit
shelf extends 4ca S of the cliff, and Beachy Hd lt ho (FL(2) 20s through the Danger Area, they are requested to keep clear,
31m 8M) is built between these. Beware of fishing gear. and should not enter it for other purposes. When firing takes
place (about 300 days pa) 0830–1630 LT (often to 2300), R
z 2M S of Beachy Hd the W-going stream begins at HW Dover
flags/R lts are displayed ashore. A Range Safety Craft may be
+0030, and the E-going at HW Dover –0520, sp rates 2·25kn.
on station. Call Hythe Ranges Ch 73 or e01303 225879.
In bad weather there are overfalls off the Head, which should
then be given a berth of 2M.y CROSSING THE EASTERN ENGLISH CHANNEL
(AC 536) The extensive Royal Sovereign shoals lie 6M East of This section applies to crossings, ranging from the short
Beachy Head between 2M and 5M off Eastbourne and have (4–5hrs) Dover Strait route to Boulogne or Calais, to those
a minimum depth of 3·5m. from Brighton, Newhaven or Eastbourne to Dieppe and
z There are strong eddies over the shoals at Sp, and the sea adjacent French ports (10–15hrs). Distance tables are at 9.0.5.
breaks on them in bad weather. y Routes cross the Dover Strait TSS where the SW-bound lane
On the rhumb line from the Royal Sovereign to Dungeness lies only 7M S of Beachy Head and 4.5M SE of Dover.
there are no dangers. In Pevensey and Rye Bays there are • Dover to Calais or Boulogne is only about 25M but crosses
drying rocky ledges or shoals extending 5ca offshore in places. the most congested part of Dover Strait TSS.
These include Boulder Bank near Wish Twr, S of Eastbourne; • Plan to use the tidal streams to minimise crossing time and
Oyster Reef off Cooden; Bexhill Reef off Bexhill-on-Sea; to be up-tide and to windward of the destination port
Bopeep Rocks off St Leonards; and the shoals at the mouth of when clear of the TSS.
R Rother, at the entrance to Rye. There are also banks 2–3M • Cross the TSS on a heading of 90° to the traffic flow, as
offshore, on which the sea builds in bad weather. quickly as practicable. Be prepared to motor.
Avoid the firing range between Rye and Dungeness (lt, fog • When crossing the TSS, monitor the traffic information
sig, RC). The nuclear power station is conspic at S extremity broadcasts by CNIS on Ch11. These include details of
of the low-lying spit. The point is steep-to on SE side. vessels which appear to contravene Rule 10.
z 2M SE of Dungeness the NE-going flood starts at HW Dover • Keep a very sharp lookout for ships in the traffic lanes and
–0100, max Sp rate 1.9kn. The SW-going ebb starts at HW cross-Channel ferries. Ensure the crew is well briefed.
Dover +0430, max Sp rate 2.1kn. y • Unless equipped with radar, and competent in its use, do
DUNGENESS TO NORTH FORELAND not attempt the crossing in fog or poor visibility. Even
(AC 1892, 1828) From Dungeness to Folkestone the coast with radar, navigate with extreme caution.
forms a bay. Beware Roar bank, depth 2·7m, E of New • A Voluntary Separation Scheme (VSS) is in use to help
Romney: otherwise there are no offlying dangers apart from ferries safely cross the Dover TSS. It is not a formal scheme
Hythe firing range. Good õ off Sandgate in offshore winds. and is not shown on official charts, but small craft should
z Off Folkestone the E-going stream starts at HW Dover be aware of it. Most cross-Channel ferries can be expected
– 0155, Sp rate 2kn; the W-going at HW Dover + 0320, Sp to be using the VSS but high speed ferries are not included.
rate 1·5kn. y The VSS is bounded by the following points:
Passing Dover and S Foreland keep 1M offshore as the many 1) 51°05’·35N 01°28’·00E 2) 51°00’·10N 01°40’·00E
ferries leave at speed and there can be considerable wash. 3) 50°59’·30N 01°39’·10E 4) 51°04’·70N 01°26’·80E
It is advisable to call Dover Port Control (Ch 74) to identify
yourself before passing the harbour entrances. 8M S of Dover South
Foreland DOVER STRAIT
in the TSS is the Varne, a shoal 7M long, with least depth 3·3m
and heavy seas in bad weather. It is well marked. DOVER DO
VE
z Between S and N Foreland the N-going stream begins at R
TO
about HW Dover – 0150, and S-going at HW Dover + 0415. y CA
LA
/ FR
OM
IS
The Goodwin Sands are drying, shifting shoals, extending DO
TO
DO
DU
NK
about 10M from S to N, and 5M from W to E at their widest VE
R
V
S
S
VE
R
ER
QU
part and large areas dry up to 3m. The sands are well marked TO
CA
E
by lit buoys. Kellett Gut is an unmarked chan about 5ca LA

IS
wide, running SW/NE through the middle of the sands, but
is liable to change. The Gull Stream (buoyed) leads from The
Downs, inside Goodwin Sands and outside Brake Sands to
the S of Ramsgate. The Ramsgate channel leads inside the CALAIS
Brake Sands and Cross Ledge.
LYDD FIRING RANGES
Off Lydd, centred on 50°54’N 00°53’E, a Sea Danger Area
extends 3M offshore and stretches E from Rye Fairway buoy A separation line extends from a point midway between
to a N/S line approx 1·5M W of Dungeness lt ho. When firing points 2 and 3 above to 1M W of CA6 buoy. Parallel to and
takes places, about 300 days p.a. 0830–1630LT (often to 1·5M to the E of this zone a further separation line extends
2300), R flags/R lts are displayed ashore and a Range Safety from 51°06’·40N 01°29’·90E to 51°01’·20N 01°41’·60E. Calais
Craft may be on station. Vessels of all kinds are requested to Dover ferries keep to the W of this line; ferries to and from
to pass S of Stephenson Shoal to avoid disruption of military Dover and Dunkerque keep to the E.
firings. Call Lydd Ranges Ch 73 or e01303 225518.
256
9.3.6 LITTLEHAMPTON NAVIGATION WPT 50°47´·53N 00°32´·30W, 346°/0·6M to front ldg

lt. Bar 5ca offshore.
W. Sussex 50°47’·87N 00°32’·43W 12233
• Approach and entrance dry up to 0·9m.
• Shoal bank on West side of channel South of East Pier.
TIDES +0015 Dover; ML 2·8 • The ebb runs fast (3–5kn) at springs.
Standard Port SHOREHAM { • From HW–1 to HW+4 a strong W-going tidal stream sets across
the ent; keep to E side. Speed limit 6½kn from 15m S of W Pier
– Old Town Bridge in Arundel. NO WASH passing moored craft.
0500 1000 0000 0600 6·3 4·8 1·9 0·6 On E side of ent chan a training wall which covers at half-tide
1700 2200 1200 1800 is marked by 7 poles and lit bn at S end. The W pier is a long,
Differences LITTLEHAMPTON (ENT) prominent structure of wood piles; beware shoal ground within
+0010 0000 –0005 –0010 –0·4 –0·4 –0·2 –0·2 its arm. A tide gauge on end shows height of tide above CD. To
ARUNDEL obtain depth on the bar subtract 0·8m from indicated depth.
ND +0120 ND ND –3·1 –2·8 ND ND
River Arun. ö. Trawling is prohibited where submarine pipelines
PAGHAM
run across the channel from a position close N of the Lt ho to
+0015 0000 –0015 –0025 –0·7 –0·5 –0·1 –0·1
the first yacht berths, and SE of a retractable footbridge (3·6m
BOGNOR REGIS
+0010 –0005 –0005 –0020 –0·6 –0·5 –0·2 –0·1 clearance MHWS; 9·4m above CD). Sited 3ca above Town Quay, this
gives access for masted craft to Littlehampton Marina. It is opened
NOTE: Tidal hts in hbr are affected by flow down R Arun. Tide by request to HM before 1630 previous day. The River Arun is
seldom falls lower than 0·9m above CD. navigable on the tide by small, unmasted craft for 24M.
SHELTER Good, but ent is hazardous in strong SE winds which LIGHTS AND MARKS High-rise bldg (38m) is conspic 0·4M NNE of
cause swell up the hbr. The bar is rough in SW’lies. Visitors can hbr ent. A pile with small platform and N, Fl Y (5) 20s 5M, is 2·5M
berth at Town Quay, where marked, in front of HM’s office. SE of hbr ent at 50°46’·1N 00°29’·5W.
Gasholder (conspic) Ldg lts 346°: Front FG on B column; Rear,
lt ho Oc W 7·5s at root of E breakwater,
Heavers Wharf
Tarmac
290°-W-042°. Craft approaching from
09 the W should keep to seaward of the 2m
15 12 14
22 2F.G(vert) contour until W Pier is positively identified.
2F.R(vert)
The Fl G 3s lt at Norfolk Wharf leads craft
Littlehampton 2F.G(vert)
Marina SS (Traffic) upstream, once inside hbr ent. The outer
Opening Footbridge 2F.R ends of some Yacht Club mooring pontoons
(vert) 1
3·0 (closed) 5 on the W bank are lit QR.
1
SE England
The Shipyard 3 Baltic Wharf
22 2 When Pilot boat with P1 at the bow displays
48'·5 Old Quay Wharf
the Pilot flag ‘H’ or / over 4 lts, all boats
Riv
er
Ar 29 FI.G.3s4m5M
keep clear of entrance; large ship moving.
un
Duke’s Wharf Footbridge sigs, from high mast to port:
G
21 Town Quay Fl O = open
Arun 15 Fl 4 = bridge moving
Yacht Club 06 LITTLEHAM PTON / = closed
N
23 Bridge’s retractable centre section (22m
17
2Q.R Littlehampto wide) has 2 FR (vert) to port and 2 FG (vert)
n
19 Yacht Club to stbd at both upstream and downstream
Q.R ends.
12 Building (38)
23
COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01903) Dr 714113.
Q.G
0 metres 500 Q.R HM www.littlehampton.org.uk e721215.
18 Oc.W.7·5s VHF Ch 71 16 (0900-1700LT); Pilots Ch 71
9m10M
0 cables 2 Training Wall 16 when vessel due. Bridge Ch 71. Marinas
(dries 5·2m) 04
32 Ch 80 M (HO).
F.G.
HM Ch 71 Q.R 6m7M FACILITIES Town Quay pontoon connected
to shore £20 <8m>£34<11m>£40, G é D
Training Wall
50 ° 48'·0N (covers at half-tide) H j in harbour office.
2
1 Services = (pay hbr dues).
32
24 07 Littlehampton Yacht Club e713990, ! G T
14 www.littlehamptonyachtclub.co.uk.
Tide Gauge The Shipyard: www.shipyardlittlehampton.
Ldg L
Q.R.7m6M Q.G.4m2M
co.uk e713327, = 6 pontoon &® £2·50,
11 08 G é : ä(Wood) Ü g(50t).
ts
1
346°
09
1 Arun YC e716016, ! = 92&+10®
R
£19·00/yacht (dries), ) G é Q T.
06 Marina www.littlehamptonmarina.co.uk
e713553, = 120& £3·50, ) P P ä :
05
03 e(12t) ! Q T.
Ship and Anchor Marina e(01243) 551262,
2M upriver at Ford, = 50&+® G : F!
Q T.
06 Town Ä Ç ACA Y Q ! Q T z X
09 08
(Gatwick).
00º33'·0W 32'·5 16
257
Shoreham
H.W.Hts.m.
0 1 2 3 4 5 6
GI: Tidal curves:
SHOREHAM
M.H.W.N.
M.H.W.S.
0.9
MEAN SPRING
AND NEAP CURVES
0.8
MEAN RANGES
0.7
Springs 5.7m
Neaps 2.9m
CHART DATUM
0.6
Factor
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
M.L.W.S.
M.L.W.N.
0.1
L.W.Hts.m.
SOUTHWICK Texaco
SHOREHAM-BY-SEA Sussex 2F.R Wharf
Lady Bee YC 2F.R (vert) 2F.R
Marina (vert) 04 (vert)
2F.G High Light Albion 09
3xQ.R (vert) FI.10s13m10M Turberville Wharf Penney's Wharf 12
Wharf Dry Dk
SS
(Traffic) 28 12 Maintained depth 7m The Canal
R 3F.R
W 12 09 N
es Q.R Small craft lock (hor)
te 2F.G SS
r (vert) Kingston Beach Eastern Arm 3F.R (conspic) HM Ch 14
09 n A Maintained depth 1.9m 500
Shoreham rm Tank (hor) metres0
Oc.5s8m10M 1·6m Ro Ro
Sailing Club 18 Horn(1)20s cables
SS(INT) Outer Lay-by Wharf Y Pilots
Q.R 0 2
08
r
Q.R
Pie
31
st
F.R 00º14'·0W 24 13'·5

Q.R
Ea
er
Maintained 03
07
wat
depth
01
West
eak
1·9m
F.WG.7m 02
Drying ground also protrudes at the W end of Albion Wharf, the
t Br
02
P
Fort (ru) 12
approach to Prince George Lock. This the N’ly of two locks opens
ier
Eas
F.WR H24 @ H+30 for arrivals and H for departures; also, if not busy, at
6m R 08
02 12 other times on request VHF Ch 14. Lock ent is 5·5m wide, pontoon
06 06 inside on S wall; sill at CD, denying access only at about LWS±1.
Ldg Lts 355°
Br
24 FI.G.5s7m8M Lock will advise depth on Ch 14 allowing a safety margin of 0·2m.

W kwa
ea
02 Siren(1)120s
es te
Waiting space on S side of central lead-in pier. Commercial ships

t
50º49'·5N 09
use Prince Philip lock; yachts to keep clear. A RoRo ramp and
r
FI.R.5s7m7M YB
15'·0
24 11 14'·5 terminal are on S side of lock.
LIGHTS AND MARKS Radio mast is conspic 170m N of High lt. SCM lit
9.3.7 SHOREHAM buoy, marks outfall diffusers, 157°/1·8M from hbr ent. Chimney 100m
W. Sussex 50°49’·53N 00°14’·85W 112233 high, silver with blk top. 3F.R(hor) at top and 3F.R(hor) mid height.
SYC yacht race signal mast on Shoreham Beach 00°16’·06W.
Ldg lts 355°: front Oc 5s 8m 10M; rear High lt, Fl 10s 13m 10M.
TIDES +0009 Dover; ML 3·3; Duration 0605
Traffic Sigs IPTS (Sigs 2 and 5, Oc) are shown from Middle Pier.
Standard Port SHOREHAM {
Note: 4 Fl lt exempts small craft.
Times Height (metres) Oc R 3s (from LB ho, directed at E or W Arms) = No exit.
High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS Lock Sigs (Comply strictly to avoid turbulence):
0500 1000 0000 0600 6·3 4·8 1·9 0·6 3 4 (vert) = do not approach lock.
1700 2200 1200 1800 4 / 4 (vert) = clear to approach lock.
Differences WORTHING
+0010 0000 –0005 –0010 –0·1 –0·2 0·0 0·0 COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01273) HM e598100; Locks e592366;
Dr 461101; E (01903) 205111.
SHELTER Excellent, once through the lock and into The Canal. HM and lock call Shoreham Hbr Radio VHF Ch 14 16 (H24). Lock
The shallow water (dredged 1·9m) at the ent can be very rough advises Marina of arrivals, 0830-1800 Mon-Sat; 1000-1400 Sun.
in strong onshore winds and dangerous in onshore gales. Lady
Bee and Aldrington (E end of The Canal) marinas, least depth 2m, FACILITIES Lady Bee Marina e596880 (0900-1700), mob 07802
both welcome visitors. They are managed by the Hbr Authority. 848915 (best to book), access as lock times, = 110& +10 u £3·75
Visitors are advised not to use the drying Western Arm if possible. <15m inc é Ä Ç ä : è à F ACA Q.
Hbr speed limit = 4kn. FV at Nicholson’s Marina e598100.
NAVIGATION WPT 50°49´·23N 00°14´·81W, 355°/0·52M to front Sussex YC e464868, welcomes visitors, on a drying ½ tide pontoon
ldg lt. From E beware Jenny Rks (0·9m) and, from the W, Church in the Western Arm (limited u) but with only 1& in the canal, so
Rks (0·3m). In the Eastern Arm the North shore off Turberville prior notice advised; also, ) Q T.
Wharf has drying patches within magenta dashed line – avoid. Town Y Q ! v z X (Gatwick).
258
STANDARD TIME (UT) SHOREHAM LAT 50°50’N LONG 0°15’W Dates in red are SPRINGS
YEAR 2023
GI: TideJANUARY
tables: FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL
1 0018
0628
SU 1255
1.6
5.4
1.6
16 0500
1128
M 1731
5.2
1.9
4.9
1 0151
0755
W 1428
2.0
4.8
1.9
16 0041
0706
TH 1332
2.0
4.9
1.8
1 0545 4.6
1230 2.2
W 1833 4.4
16 0455 4.8
1135 1.9
TH 1803 4.6
1 0206
0812
SA 1432
2.2
4.5
1.9
16 0153
0807
SU 1423
1.6
5.2
1.3
1901 5.1 2354 1.9 2044 4.8 1954 5.0 2054 4.9 2045 5.6
2 0121
0733
M 1356
1.7
5.3
1.6
17 0616 5.1
1243 1.8
TU 1856 5.0
2 0254
0906
TH 1523
1.9
5.0
1.6
17 0212
0827
F 1450
1.8
5.3
1.4
2 0121
0710
TH 1404
2.3
4.4
2.1
17 0030
0655
F 1323
2.1
4.7
1.8
2 0259
0912
SU 1518
1.8
4.9
1.5
17 0253
0907
M 1516
1.2
5.6
0.9
2009 5.1 2143 5.1 2107 5.4 2022 4.5 1949 4.9 2137 5.3 2137 6.0
3 0220
0834
TU 1451
1.7
5.4
1.5
18 0113
0734
W 1355
1.8
5.3
1.6
3 0346
0958
F 1610
1.7
5.3
1.4
18 0321
0932
SA 1549
1.4
5.7
1.0
3 0234
0848
F 1503
2.1
4.7
1.8
18 0207
0821
SA 1441
1.8
5.1
1.4
3 0339
0950
M 1555
1.4
5.3
1.2
18 0341
0957
TU 1602
0.8
6.0
0.6
2107 5.3 2010 5.2 2229 5.4 2207 5.9 2127 4.9 2102 5.4 2212 5.6 2223 6.4
4 0314
0927
W 1541
1.6
5.5
1.4
19 0225
0839
TH 1500
1.6
5.6
1.3
4 0429
1040
SA 1650
1.4
5.5
1.2
19 0415
1027
SU 1640
1.0
6.1
0.6
4 0327
0943
SA 1549
1.8
5.1
1.4
19 0311
0925
SU 1537
1.3
5.6
0.9
4 0414
1022
TU 1630
1.2
5.6
1.0
19 0425
1042
W 1644
0.5
6.3
0.4
2157 5.5 2114 5.6 2307 5.7 2300 6.3 2210 5.3 2158 6.0 2243 5.9 2305 6.5
5 0401
1012
TH 1625
1.4
5.7
1.2
20 0328
0937
F 1557
1.3
5.9
1.0
5 0507 1.2
1116 5.7
SU 1726 1.0
20 0504 0.6
1117 6.4
M 1728 0.3
5 0409
1022
SU 1627
1.4
5.4
1.2
20 0402
1016
M 1624
0.8
6.1
0.5
5 0448
1053
W 1704
1.0
5.8
0.8
20 0506 0.4
1125 6.4
TH 1726 0.4
2241 5.6 2211 5.9 9 2342 5.8 4 2348 6.6 2246 5.6 2246 6.4 2312 6.0 4 2345 6.6
6 0443 1.3
1052 5.8
F 1705 1.1
21 0422 1.0
1031 6.2
SA 1649 0.7
6 0542 1.1
1148 5.8
M 1801 0.9
21 0550 0.4
1204 6.5
TU 1814 0.2
6 0445
1056
M 1702
1.2
5.7
0.9
21 0447 0.5
1103 6.4
TU 1709 0.3
6 0521
1123
TH 1738
0.8
5.9
0.8
21 0547 0.4
1205 6.4
F 1805 0.4
9 2320 5.8 4 2305 6.2 2319 5.8 4 2330 6.6 9 2341 6.1
7 0522
1128
1.3
5.8 22 0514
1123
0.8
6.4 7 0012
0616
5.9
1.1 22 0033
0636
6.7
0.4 7 0518 1.0
1126 5.8 22 0531 0.3
1147 6.5 7 0554
1154
0.8
6.0 22 0022
0627
6.5
0.5
SE England
SA 1742 1.1 SU 1740 0.5 TU 1216 5.8 W 1249 6.6 TU 1736 0.8 W 1752 0.2 F 1809 0.7 SA 1242 6.3
2356 5.8 2357 6.4 1835 0.9 1859 0.2 9 2348 6.0 1844 0.6
8 0558 1.2
1201 5.8
SU 1818 1.0
23 0603 0.7
1213 6.5
M 1829 0.4
8 0040
0649
W 1244
5.9
1.0
5.8
23 0115
0720
TH 1331
6.7
0.4
6.5
8 0551 0.9
1153 5.9
W 1809 0.8
23 0011
0613
TH 1228
6.7
0.3
6.6
8 0010
0625
SA 1226
6.2
0.7
6.1
23 0056
0703
SU 1317
6.3
0.6
6.1
1907 0.9 1942 0.3 1833 0.2 1840 0.7 1919 0.8
9 0028
0633
M 1232
5.9
1.2
5.8
24 0046
0653
TU 1302
6.5
0.6
6.5
9 0106
0719
TH 1313
5.9
1.1
5.8
24 0155
0802
F 1410
6.6
0.5
6.3
9 0013
0624
TH 1221
6.0
0.9
6.0
24 0050
0654
F 1307
6.7
0.3
6.5
9 0042
0656
SU 1259
6.2
0.7
6.1
24 0127
0737
M 1350
6.0
0.9
5.8
1853 1.1 1919 0.4 1935 1.0 2022 0.5 1840 0.8 1913 0.4 1911 0.8 1953 1.1
10 0059
0707
TU 1302
5.8
1.3
5.7
25 0134
0741
W 1349
6.5
0.6
6.4
10 0133
0747
F 1343
5.9
1.1
5.8
25 0232
0842
SA 1448
6.3
0.8
6.0
10 0039
0653
F 1250
6.1
0.8
6.0
25 0126
0732
SA 1343
6.5
0.5
6.3
10 0115
0731
M 1334
6.1
0.8
6.0
25 0158
0811
TU 1426
5.7
1.1
5.5
1927 1.1 2007 0.5 2001 1.0 2100 0.9 1907 0.8 1949 0.6 1948 0.9 2029 1.4
11 0128
0741
W 1333
5.8
1.3
5.6
26 0219
0829
TH 1435
6.4
0.7
6.2
11 0204
0816
SA 1417
5.9
1.1
5.7
26 0309
0920
SU 1528
5.9
1.1
5.5
11 0107
0720
SA 1320
6.1
0.8
6.0
26 0159
0807
SU 1417
6.2
0.7
5.9
11 0152
0810
TU 1415
5.9
1.0
5.7
26 0232
0849
W 1508
5.3
1.5
5.1
1959 1.2 2053 0.6 2031 1.1 2138 1.3 1933 0.8 2023 0.9 2032 1.2 2112 1.8
12 0159
0814
TH 1407
5.7
1.4
5.5
27 0303
0917
F 1520
6.2
0.9
5.9
12 0239
0852
SU 1455
5.8
1.3
5.6
27 0349
1001
M 1614
5.4
1.5
5.1
12 0138
0749
SU 1353
6.0
0.9
5.9
27 0231
0840
M 1453
5.8
1.1
5.5
12 0234
0859
W 1504
5.6
1.3
5.3
27 0315
0937
TH 1606
4.9
1.8
4.8
2031 1.3 2139 0.9 2110 1.3 5 2222 1.8 2005 0.9 2058 1.3 2127 1.6 5 2209 2.2
13 0233
0850
F 1444
5.6
1.5
5.4
28 0348
1005
SA 1607
5.9
1.2
5.5
13 0321
0938
M 1541
5.5
1.5
5.3
28 0439
1053
TU 1715
5.0
1.9
4.6
13 0212
0826
M 1430
5.9
1.0
5.7
28 0305
0918
TU 1536
5.4
1.5
5.1
13 0329
1003
TH 1614
5.1
1.6
4.9
28 0425
1042
F 1718
4.5
2.1
4.5
2106 1.5 5 2227 1.3 8 2200 1.6 2325 2.2 2045 1.2 2140 1.8 8 2244 2.0 2328 2.4
14 0312
0931
SA 1528
5.5
1.7
5.2
29 0435
1058
SU 1659
5.5
1.5
5.1
14 0412
1037
TU 1642
5.2
1.7
5.0
14 0252
0910
TU 1515
5.6
1.3
5.4
29 0350
1007
W 1637
4.9
1.9
4.6
14 0453
1132
F 1805
4.7
1.9
4.8
29 0546 4.3
1213 2.2
SA 1833 4.6
2149 1.6 2322 1.7 2307 1.9 2134 1.6 5 2239 2.2
15 0400
1023
SU 1622
5.3
1.8
5.1
30 0529 5.1
1204 1.8
M 1802 4.8
15 0523 5.0
1158 1.9
W 1814 4.8
15 0342
1010
W 1616
5.2
1.7
4.9
30 0502 4.4
1119 2.3
TH 1754 4.4
15 0028
0647
SA 1312
2.0
4.8
1.7
30 0115
0703
SU 1342
2.2
4.4
2.0
8 2244 1.8 8 2245 1.9 1937 5.1 1947 4.8
31 0034
0635
TU 1320
2.0
4.9
2.0
31 0030
0627
F 1329
2.5
4.2
2.2
1921 4.7 1934 4.5

Shoreham tides
YEAR 2023

1 0215
0810
M 1433
1.9
4.8
1.6
16 0225
0840
TU 1447
1.1
5.6
1.0
1 0249
0852
TH 1507
1.4
5.4
1.3
16 0335
0953
F 1556
1.0
5.6
1.1
1 0256
0906
SA 1520
1.3
5.5
1.3
16 0406
1026
SU 1627
1.3
5.5
1.4
1 0426
1042
TU 1651
0.8
6.1
0.9
16 0511
1132
W 1728
1.1
5.8
1.1
2042 5.2 2108 5.9 2115 5.7 2212 5.9 2129 5.8 2241 5.6 9 2301 6.2 4 2341 5.8
2 0259
0858
TU 1514
1.5
5.1
1.4
17 0314
0931
W 1535
0.9
5.8
0.8
2 0331
0937
F 1550
1.2
5.6
1.1
17 0421
1040
SA 1641
1.0
5.7
1.1
2 0347
0959
SU 1611
1.1
5.8
1.1
17 0450 1.2
1110 5.7
M 1708 1.3
2 0516
1134
W 1741
0.6
6.3
0.7
17 0545 1.0
1205 5.9
TH 1802 1.1
2122 5.5 2155 6.2 2157 5.9 2255 5.9 2219 6.0 4 2321 5.7 2351 6.4
3 0336
0937
W 1552
1.2
5.5
1.1
18 0359
1017
TH 1619
0.7
6.0
0.7
3 0413
1021
SA 1633
1.0
5.9
1.0
18 0504 1.0
1123 5.8
SU 1723 1.1
3 0437 0.9
1050 6.0
M 1701 0.9
18 0530
1149
TU 1747
1.1
5.8
1.2
3 0605
1224
TH 1829
0.4
6.5
0.6
18 0010
0620
F 1233
5.8
0.9
5.9
2158 5.8 2238 6.3 2239 6.1 4 2335 5.9 9 2308 6.2 2357 5.7 1835 1.1
4 0412
1014
TH 1628
1.0
5.7
1.0
19 0442 0.6
1100 6.1
F 1701 0.7
4 0455 0.8
1105 6.0
SU 1716 0.9
19 0545 1.0
1202 5.8
M 1802 1.1
4 0527
1141
TU 1751
0.7
6.2
0.8
19 0606 1.0
1225 5.8
W 1823 1.2
4 0040
0654
F 1311
6.5
0.3
6.6
19 0036
0652
SA 1258
5.8
1.0
5.9
2233 6.0 4 2318 6.3 9 2322 6.2 2358 6.2 1918 0.5 1907 1.1
5 0447 0.9
1051 5.9
F 1704 0.9
20 0523
1141
SA 1741
0.7
6.1
0.8
5 0540 0.7
1150 6.1
M 1801 0.8
20 0011
0623
TU 1239
5.8
1.0
5.8
5 0616 0.6
1232 6.3
W 1841 0.8
20 0030
0642
TH 1257
5.7
1.0
5.8
5 0127
0742
SA 1357
6.4
0.4
6.6
20 0102
0723
SU 1322
5.8
1.0
5.9
9 2308 6.1 2355 6.2 1839 1.2 1858 1.2 2006 0.6 1937 1.1
6 0522
1128
SA 1739
0.8
6.1
0.8
21 0602 0.7
1219 6.0
SU 1819 0.9
6 0005
0626
TU 1235
6.2
0.7
6.1
21 0045
0659
W 1314
5.7
1.1
5.7
6 0048
0708
TH 1323
6.2
0.6
6.3
21 0100
0717
F 1327
5.7
1.1
5.8
6 0212
0829
SU 1440
6.3
0.5
6.4
21 0130
0749
M 1349
5.8
1.1
5.9
2344 6.2 1849 0.9 1916 1.3 1933 0.7 1933 1.2 2053 0.7 2003 1.2
7 0559 0.7
1205 6.1
SU 1817 0.8
22 0030
0640
M 1255
6.0
0.8
5.9
7 0051
0714
W 1324
6.1
0.7
6.1
22 0118
0735
TH 1349
5.6
1.2
5.6
7 0138
0759
F 1413
6.2
0.6
6.3
22 0129
0750
SA 1355
5.6
1.1
5.7
7 0257
0915
M 1524
6.1
0.7
6.1
22 0200
0815
TU 1421
5.7
1.2
5.8
1856 1.0 1938 0.9 1953 1.4 2025 0.8 2007 1.3 2141 1.0 2034 1.3
8 0020
0638
M 1243
6.2
0.7
6.1
23 0102
0715
TU 1330
5.8
1.0
5.8
8 0140
0805
TH 1416
6.0
0.8
5.9
23 0152
0812
F 1424
5.4
1.3
5.5
8 0229
0851
SA 1503
6.0
0.7
6.1
23 0159
0823
SU 1424
5.5
1.2
5.6
8 0342
1001
TU 1609
5.7
1.1
5.7
23 0234
0849
W 1458
5.6
1.4
5.6
1857 0.8 1932 1.2 2032 1.1 2032 1.5 2118 0.9 2040 1.4 8 2231 1.3 2114 1.5
9 0058
0720
TU 1325
6.1
0.8
6.0
24 0135
0750
W 1407
5.6
1.2
5.5
9 0234
0901
F 1514
5.7
1.0
5.8
24 0228
0852
SA 1501
5.2
1.4
5.3
9 0321
0944
SU 1554
5.8
0.8
6.0
24 0232
0854
M 1457
5.4
1.4
5.5
9 0432
1053
W 1700
5.3
1.5
5.3
24 0316
0934
TH 1544
5.3
1.6
5.3
1941 1.0 2009 1.5 2131 1.3 2115 1.7 2214 1.1 2116 1.5 2331 1.7 5 2207 1.8
10 0141
0806
W 1412
5.9
1.0
5.7
25 0210
0829
TH 1447
5.3
1.4
5.3
10 0335
1002
SA 1617
5.5
1.1
5.6
25 0308
0935
SU 1544
5.0
1.6
5.2
10 0415
1039
M 1648
5.6
1.1
5.7
25 0310
0931
TU 1538
5.3
1.5
5.4
10 0531
1159
TH 1802
4.9
1.9
5.0
25 0410
1035
F 1647
5.0
2.0
4.9
2031 1.2 2052 1.7 8 2238 1.4 2203 1.8 8 2313 1.3 5 2159 1.7 2321 2.0
11 0230
0900
TH 1509
5.6
1.2
5.4
26 0252
0915
F 1537
5.0
1.7
5.0
11 0442
1109
SU 1724
5.3
1.3
5.5
26 0357
1024
M 1636
4.9
1.7
5.0
11 0512 5.3
1138 1.3
TU 1745 5.5
26 0357
1017
W 1629
5.1
1.7
5.2
11 0048
0648
F 1321
1.9
4.7
2.0
26 0534 4.7
1201 2.1
SA 1830 4.8
2132 1.5 2144 2.0 2347 1.4 5 2259 1.9 2255 1.8 1923 4.8
12 0333
1006
F 1625
5.2
1.5
5.2
27 0348
1010
SA 1637
4.7
1.9
4.8
12 0553 5.2
1216 1.3
M 1832 5.5
27 0458
1120
TU 1738
4.8
1.8
5.0
12 0015
0616
W 1241
1.5
5.1
1.5
27 0455 4.9
1118 1.9
TH 1736 5.0
12 0202
0820
SA 1431
1.9
4.8
2.0
27 0057
0725
SU 1341
2.0
4.8
2.0
8 2248 1.7 5 2247 2.1 2359 1.9 1849 5.3 2047 4.9 2000 5.1
13 0457 4.9
1127 1.6
SA 1752 5.1
28 0459
1115
SU 1742
4.5
2.0
4.8
13 0052
0703
TU 1319
1.4
5.2
1.3
28 0607 4.8
1222 1.8
W 1842 5.1
13 0120
0728
TH 1346
1.6
5.0
1.6
28 0005
0618
F 1235
1.9
4.8
1.9
13 0303
0927
SU 1527
1.7
5.1
1.7
28 0223
0840
M 1456
1.7
5.3
1.6
2357 2.1 1937 5.5 1959 5.2 1859 5.1 2145 5.2 2106 5.6
14 0013
0627
SU 1248
1.7
5.0
1.5
29 0607 4.6
1225 1.9
M 1844 4.9
14 0152
0806
W 1416
1.3
5.3
1.2
29 0101
0712
TH 1325
1.8
4.9
1.7
14 0221
0837
F 1446
1.5
5.1
1.6
29 0122
0740
SA 1355
1.8
5.0
1.8
14 0352
1016
M 1612
1.5
5.4
1.5
29 0325
0941
TU 1551
1.2
5.8
1.1
1911 5.3 2034 5.7 1943 5.3 2102 5.3 2012 5.3 2229 5.5 2201 6.0
15 0126
0740
M 1354
1.5
5.2
1.2
30 0106
0709
TU 1328
1.9
4.8
1.8
15 0246
0903
TH 1508
1.1
5.5
1.2
30 0201
0812
F 1425
1.6
5.2
1.6
15 0317
0936
SA 1540
1.4
5.3
1.5
30 0233
0848
SU 1503
1.5
5.3
1.5
15 0434
1056
TU 1652
1.2
5.7
1.3
30 0415
1033
W 1639
0.8
6.2
0.8
2015 5.6 1940 5.1 2126 5.8 2038 5.5 2155 5.5 2113 5.6 2307 5.7 2251 6.4
31 0202
0803
W 1421
1.7
5.0
1.6
31 0333
0948
M 1600
1.2
5.7
1.2
31 0502 0.5
1121 6.6
TH 1725 0.5
2030 5.4 2209 6.0 9 2338 6.6

YEAR 2023

1 0547 0.3
1207 6.8
F 1810 0.4
16 0551 0.9
1202 6.1
SA 1807 1.0
1 0001
0607
SU 1223
6.7
0.3
6.8
16 0552 1.0
1152 6.2
M 1807 0.9
1 0055
0659
W 1308
6.3
0.9
6.2
16 0020
0634
TH 1234
6.1
1.1
6.1
1 0114
0717
F 1321
5.9
1.3
5.8
16 0056
0711
SA 1311
6.1
1.1
6.1
1829 0.4 1920 1.0 1856 1.0 1938 1.3 1937 0.9
2 0023
0633
SA 1250
6.6
0.2
6.8
17 0007
0623
SU 1225
6.0
0.9
6.1
2 0042
0648
M 1302
6.6
0.4
6.6
17 0006
0621
TU 1221
6.1
1.0
6.2
2 0132
0736
TH 1342
6.0
1.2
5.8
17 0059
0715
F 1314
6.0
1.2
5.9
2 0153
0756
SA 1359
5.7
1.5
5.5
17 0145
0801
SU 1401
6.0
1.2
5.9
1856 0.4 1838 1.0 1909 0.6 1837 1.0 1956 1.3 1939 1.2 2017 1.5 2028 1.1
3 0107
0717
SU 1332
6.6
0.3
6.7
18 0033
0651
M 1250
6.0
1.0
6.1
3 0120
0727
TU 1338
6.4
0.7
6.4
18 0037
0650
W 1252
6.1
1.1
6.1
3 0210
0814
F 1420
5.7
1.6
5.4
18 0142
0802
SA 1400
5.8
1.4
5.7
3 0234
0838
SU 1442
5.5
1.8
5.2
18 0237
0855
M 1456
5.9
1.3
5.7
1939 0.5 1905 1.0 1948 0.8 1908 1.1 2036 1.6 2029 1.4 2101 1.8 2125 1.2
4 0148
0759
M 1411
6.4
0.5
6.5
19 0102
0716
TU 1318
6.0
1.0
6.0
4 0157
0804
W 1413
6.1
1.0
6.0
19 0110
0724
TH 1326
6.0
1.2
5.9
4 0255
0858
SA 1507
5.3
1.9
5.0
19 0235
0858
SU 1457
5.6
1.7
5.3
4 0322
0927
M 1535
5.2
2.0
4.9
19 0336 5.7
0956 1.4
TU 1558 5.5
2021 0.7 1931 1.1 2025 1.2 1945 1.2 2124 2.0 2130 1.6 2154 2.0 5 2227 1.3
5 0227
0839
TU 1449
6.1
0.8
6.1
20 0132
0744
W 1350
5.9
1.2
5.9
5 0235
0842
TH 1451
5.7
1.4
5.5
20 0147
0805
F 1406
5.8
1.4
5.6
5 0353 4.9
0955 2.3
SU 1614 4.6
20 0343 5.3
1008 1.9
M 1614 5.1
5 0419
1026
TU 1641
5.0
2.2
4.7
20 0440
1103
W 1707
5.6
1.5
5.3
2102 1.1 2004 1.3 2104 1.6 2031 1.5 8 2229 2.3 5 2245 1.8 8 2255 2.1 2333 1.5
6 0308 5.7
0919 1.2
W 1530 5.6
21 0205
0821
TH 1426
5.7
1.4
5.6
6 0321 5.2
0925 1.9
F 1539 5.0
21 0233
0857
SA 1456
5.4
1.8
5.2
6 0503 4.7
1114 2.5
M 1731 4.4
21 0511 5.2
1130 1.9
TU 1746 5.0
6 0521
1134
W 1747
4.9
2.2
4.6
21 0548 5.5
1211 1.5
TH 1818 5.3
8 2144 1.5 2045 1.5 8 2153 2.1 2130 1.9
7 0354 5.2
22 0246 5.4
7 0422 4.8
22 0336 5.0
7 0004 2.4
22 0007 1.7
7 0002 2.2
22 0039 1.5
SE England
1004 1.7 0908 1.7 1025 2.3 1008 2.1 0618 4.7 0632 5.3 0623 4.9 0655 5.5
TH 1619 5.1 F 1512 5.2 SA 1648 4.5 SU 1612 4.8 TU 1259 2.3 W 1247 1.7 TH 1243 2.1 F 1315 1.5
2237 1.9 5 2140 1.8 2310 2.4 5 2252 2.1 1851 4.6 1903 5.3 1850 4.7 1927 5.3
8 0454 4.8
1106 2.2
F 1723 4.7
23 0342
1013
SA 1618
5.0
2.1
4.8
8 0539 4.5
1223 2.5
SU 1813 4.4
23 0527 4.8
1146 2.2
M 1812 4.8
8 0127
0737
W 1359
2.2
5.0
2.0
23 0118
0739
TH 1351
1.5
5.6
1.4
8 0109
0721
F 1345
2.0
5.1
1.9
23 0142
0759
SA 1415
1.5
5.6
1.4
2259 2.1 2005 4.9 2005 5.6 1946 5.0 2030 5.4
9 0010
0613
SA 1258
2.3
4.5
2.4
24 0522 4.7
1150 2.3
SU 1822 4.7
9 0112
0729
M 1348
2.4
4.6
2.3
24 0034
0702
TU 1318
2.0
5.1
1.9
9 0219
0831
TH 1444
1.9
5.3
1.7
24 0216
0835
F 1444
1.2
5.9
1.1
9 0206
0813
SA 1435
1.9
5.4
1.7
24 0240
0856
SU 1510
1.4
5.8
1.2
1850 4.5 2006 4.6 1934 5.2 2050 5.2 2059 5.9 2036 5.3 2127 5.6
10 0143
0807
SU 1414
2.2
4.6
2.2
25 0046
0718
M 1335
2.1
4.9
2.0
10 0216
0840
TU 1442
2.0
5.0
1.9
25 0152
0811
W 1422
1.6
5.6
1.4
10 0301
0910
F 1522
1.6
5.6
1.4
25 0307
0924
SA 1531
1.0
6.2
0.9
10 0254
0858
SU 1518
1.6
5.6
1.4
25 0333
0947
M 1600
1.3
5.9
1.1
2036 4.7 1951 5.1 2101 5.0 2036 5.7 2125 5.5 2148 6.1 2121 5.6 2217 5.8
11 0245
0913
M 1509
1.9
5.0
1.8
26 0214
0832
TU 1444
1.7
5.4
1.5
11 0303
0924
W 1524
1.7
5.4
1.5
26 0248
0905
TH 1512
1.1
6.1
1.0
11 0338
0944
SA 1557
1.3
5.9
1.2
26 0353
1009
SU 1616
0.9
6.3
0.8
11 0338
0940
M 1600
1.4
5.9
1.2
26 0421
1034
TU 1646
1.2
6.0
1.0
2131 5.1 2056 5.6 2140 5.4 2126 6.1 2159 5.8 2233 6.2 2204 5.8 2303 5.9
12 0332
0956
TU 1552
1.5
5.4
1.5
27 0311
0928
W 1535
1.1
6.0
1.0
12 0341
0959
TH 1559
1.3
5.8
1.3
27 0334
0952
F 1556
0.8
6.4
0.7
12 0413
1016
SU 1632
1.2
6.0
1.1
27 0437
1051
M 1700
0.8
6.4
0.7
12 0419
1021
TU 1640
1.3
6.0
1.1
27 0506
1116
W 1729
1.1
6.0
1.0
2211 5.5 2148 6.1 2212 5.7 2212 6.4 2234 6.0 9 2316 6.3 4 2246 6.0 9 2346 6.0
13 0411
1033
W 1629
1.2
5.8
1.2
28 0358
1016
TH 1620
0.7
6.4
0.6
13 0415
1030
F 1632
1.1
6.0
1.1
28 0417
1035
SA 1639
0.6
6.6
0.5
13 0448
1049
M 1706
1.1
6.1
1.0
28 0519
1131
TU 1742
0.9
6.3
0.8
13 0459
1101
W 1721
1.2
6.2
0.9
28 0547 1.1
1156 6.0
TH 1809 1.0
2246 5.7 2234 6.5 2240 5.9 9 2256 6.5 4 2309 6.1 2358 6.2 2328 6.1
14 0446
1106
TH 1702
1.0
5.9
1.1
29 0441
1101
F 1703
0.4
6.7
0.4
14 0448
1058
SA 1704
1.0
6.1
1.0
29 0459
1116
SU 1721
0.5
6.7
0.5
14 0522
1123
TU 1741
1.1
6.2
1.0
29 0600 1.0
1209 6.2
W 1822 0.9
14 0541
1143
TH 1804
1.1
6.2
0.9
29 0025
0626
F 1232
6.0
1.2
5.9
2316 5.9 9 2319 6.6 4 2308 6.0 2337 6.6 2344 6.1 1847 1.0
15 0519
1136
F 1735
0.9
6.0
1.0
30 0524 0.3
1143 6.8
SA 1746 0.3
15 0520
1124
SU 1737
1.0
6.1
0.9
30 0540 0.6
1156 6.6
M 1802 0.6
15 0557 1.1
1158 6.2
W 1817 1.0
30 0036
0640
TH 1245
6.1
1.1
6.0
15 0011
0625
F 1225
6.2
1.1
6.2
30 0102
0703
SA 1307
5.9
1.3
5.8
4 2342 5.9 2337 6.1 1901 1.1 1849 0.9 1923 1.1
31 0017
0621
TU 1232
6.5
0.7
6.5
31 0137
0739
SU 1341
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Brighton – Newhaven
9.3.8 BRIGHTON
E. Sussex 50°48’·53N 00°06’·38W 111222333
N
500
metres 0
cables
0 2
HM Ch M
BRIGHTON
48'·8 Inner
MARINA Brighton Marina
Harb
Village our
Cinemas Night Clubs etc 24
West 5
Quay
4
West
Spending Beach 1·6m

3m 19
er n B
1·5m 1·6m 18 20
1·7m FI(5)R.10s x 4 W Jetty 1·5m Maritime
reakwater
R3 R4 1·5m 1·6m Trade

10 Centre
R2 2F.R. 1·7m
G4 (vert)6m 1·7m 34
Marin
2F.G. a rec
11 eptio E Jetty
Historic Wreck G3 (vert)6m 12 n
Q.G.
8m7M
G
13 2·0m
1·0m
FI(4)WR.20s 1·7m 25
G2 16m10/8M
13
30
1·7m
FI(5)G.10s x 4 1·7m
G1
50º48'·5N ter
kwa
Q.R.10m7M B rea
NOTE t er n
Horn(2)30s
Gales may cause shoaling in the entrance, Eas
particularly on the east side. Hbr ent is
dredged to maintain 1.7m (2019), but for
6'·5
latest surveyed depths contact the HM.
00º6'·0W
CHARTS AC 1652, 1991, 5605; Imray C12, C31, C9, 2100 LIGHTS AND MARKS The marina is at the E end of the town,
where white cliffs extend eastward. Daymark: conspic white
hospital block, brg 334° leads to ent. Six Y spar lt buoys (up to 2M
Standard Port SHOREHAM | offshore) used as racing buoys:
Times Height (metres) 1. 50°48’·06N 00°06’·41W 2. 50°47’·61N 00°08’·43W
High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS 3. 50°46’·61N 00°07’·00W 4. 50°47’·00N 00°15’·33W
0500 1000 0000 0600 6·3 4·8 1·9 0·6 5. 50°48’·40N 00°19’·40W 6. 50°47’·40N 00°05’·00W
1700 2200 1200 1800
Differences BRIGHTON MARINA A sewer outfall can buoy, Fl Y 5s, is 1·1M off the coast. Navigational
–0002 –0002 0000 0000 +0·2 +0·2 +0·1 +0·1 lts may be hard to see against shore glare:
E bkwtr hd QG 8m 7M. W bkwtr hd, tr R/W bands, QR 10m 7M; Horn
SHELTER Good in the marina under all conditions, but in strong (2) 30s. Inner Hbr lock controlled by normal R/G lts, 0800-1800LT.
S’ly winds confused seas can make the final appr very rough. Speed
limit 5kn. Dredged 2019, depths may be less, HM recommends that COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01273) E 696955; Dr 686863; HM
yachts drawing 2m or more do not to enter hbr at LW ± 2hrs. 819919; Call: Brighton Control VHF Ch M 80 16 (H24).
NAVIGATION WPT 50°48´·23N 00°06´·39W, 000°/0·26M to W bkwtr lt. FACILITIES Brighton Marina www. premiermarinas.com e819919;
• Ent chan dredged 1·7m, but after gales shoaling occurs especially InnerHbrhasleastdepthof2·4m.1600&incufrom £3·55,£1·50<4hrs,
on E side; craft drawing >1·5m should keep to the W side of ) v Å i ä : è T d Ü e(50t) g(35t) Divers F ACA Q T.
chan until past the second SHM buoy. Fuel pontoon P P i (H24).
• In heavy weather, best appr is from SSE to avoid worst of the Brighton Marina YC e818711, Q T.
backlash from bkwtrs; beware shallow water E of ent in R sector Bus service from marina; timetable info e674881. Electric railway
of lt Fl (4) WR 20s. runs from marina to Palace Pier, Mar-Oct.
W-going stream starts at Brighton HW–1½ and E-going at HW+4½. Town Y Q ! Q T z X (Gatwick).
Inshore the sp rate reaches approx 1·5kn. A Historic Wreck is at
50°48’·6N 00°06’·49W, immediately W of the marina’s W bkwtr.
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9.3.9 NEWHAVEN SHELTER Good in all weathers, but in strong onshore winds there
is often a dangerous sea at the ent. Appr from the SW, to pass 50m
E. Sussex 50°46’·84N 00°03’·53E 11122233
off bkwtr hd to avoid heavy breaking seas on E side of dredged
CHARTS AC 1652, 2154, 5605; Imray C12, C31, C9, 2100 chan. At marina (mostly dredged to 1m), berth on inside of u
TIDES +0004 Dover; ML 3·6; Duration 0550 pontoon, access H24 except LWS±1. Swing bridge 0.4M N opens
by prior arrangement, with waiting pontoon for 1 boat off E bank
Standard Port SHOREHAM |
run by University Technical College. Lewes lies 7M upriver.
NAVIGATION WPT 50°46´·24N 00°03´·60E, 348°/0·32M to W bwtr lt.
Wk 3·7m 254° W bwtr lt 1·8ca is a hazard on appr from the W.
0500 1000 0000 0600 6·3 4·8 1·9 0·6
Rampion Wind Farm SW of the town is now being extended.
1700 2200 1200 1800
E Quay is under renovation as the base for operations S of No 2
Differences NEWHAVEN
RoRo pier and is increasingly busy with commercial traffic from
–0003 –0005 0000 +0005 +0·5 +0·4 +0·2 +0·2
pontoon S of No 1 RoRo pier.
3·0m 4·5m
(2005) (2005)
5·0m
Swing bridge Waiting pontoon N
17 N North
Basin
(200
69
Landing Fl.G.5s U
5)
Stages Car Ferry
Terminal
28 12 Turning
A Area
West Fl.G.5s
Quay G 2F.R(vert)
0 400
04 metres 2F.R(vert)
Railway cables Scrubbing B
47'·5 Landing Quay Piles
Stages 0 2 NEWHAVEN Sleeper’s E
East
MARINA C
Dred
Newhaven
04
04 Pilots HM Ch 12 Hole
Quay
ged
2F.G(vert) F 2F.R(vert)
02 Traffic Sig
4·5m
to 6·0
D
No2 RoRo
03 Terminal
2F.G 42
(200
m (2
Landing (vert)
Stages Boathouse
5)
010)
2F.R No1 RoRo Linkspan
(vert) 2F.G(vert)
0 100
NEWHAVEN metres 39
SE England
cables Port
2F.R 5 0 0.5 Office
(vert)
occas
Newhaven 55 SS (Traffic) on West Pier

Marina 45
Dred
Fl O Serious emergency. All vessels stop or

Pon
Fl O divert according to instructions from Port

ged to
t
oon
Scrubbing Piles
45 2F.G
Fl O Control
(vert)
6·0m
2F.G
F O No vessel to proceed contrary to this
(vert) F O signal
(201
2F.G
F O
0)
(vert)
Fl.R.5s
F O
50°47'·0N
Fort
2F.G
F O Small vessels may proceed. Two way traffic
2F.R(vert) (vert)
25
F O
NCI Lookout West Pier
SS(Traffic)
F O Proceed only when instructed by Port
Tide Gauge 25 F / Control. All other vessels keep clear
Burrow Head 2F.R
(vert) East Pier 08 F O
07 09
Caution: Hbr silts and dredging is continuous. Do not leave marina
when 3FR(vert) are lit at NE ent. Do not proceed S of RoRo terminal
Q.G.12m5M when 3FR(vert) are lit at NW corner of pontoon. Beware ferries;
28
check on VHF Ch 12. Speed limit 5kn.
Dredg
06 16
LIGHTS AND MARKS Lt ho on west breakwater is conspic.

Bre
ed to
01 19 21
ak
03
wa
COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01273) Dr 515076; E696955; HM/Port

6·0m
ter
14 Control vts@newhavenport authority.co.uk e612926 (H24).

(2010
04 19
‘Newhaven Radio’ Ch 12 (H24). Swing bridge opening Ch 12. Marina
Ch 80 M (0800-1700).
)
38 06
46'·6 25 FACILITIES Marina www.newhavenmarina.co.uk e513881;
34 17 Lighthouse 280&+20u from £3·60, s/stay £1.50, ) v P(HO,1ca N of marina
53
Oc(2)10s17m12M entrance) i ä : è e(18t) g(10t) F ! Q T; = e612612 (>21’
33
£35 launch, £45 launch & recovery, £10 for walk-in dinghies).
00°3'·5E
Newhaven and Seaford SC e(01323) 890077, ! G.
3'·1
Town: Ä T à ACA Y Q ! Q T z X (Gatwick); Ferries: Dieppe;

2-3/day; 4hrs; Transmanche Ferries (transmancheferries.co.uk).
263
Eastbourne – Rye
9.3.10 EASTBOURNE SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS

E. Sussex 50°47´·34N 00°19´·90E 1122233 • Monitor VHF Ch 17 (H24) for info, lock status and berthing.
CHARTS AC 536, 5605; Imray 12, C31, C8, 2100 • Always follow IPTS (Sigs 2, 3 and 5) for locks entry.
TIDES –0005 Dover; ML 3·8; Duration 0540 • At busy periods obey instructions of lock keeper or assistant
on lock-side or directions by VHF.
Standard Port SHOREHAM |
• Locks close every H and H+30.
• Always approach locks with fenders and mooring lines rigged
on both sides of craft although lines are provided. Secure as
0500 1000 0000 0600 6·3 4·8 1·9 0·6
far to the front of the lock as possible. Set springs to reduce
1700 2200 1200 1800
surging, particularly at LW.
Differences EASTBOURNE
–0010 –0005 +0015 +0020 +1·1 +0·6 +0·2 +0·1 • Switch off engines and radar whilst in lock.
• When secured alongside, assist other craft berthing.
SHELTER Very good, but in strong SE’lies the entrance may be
hazardous and should be avoided at HW±1½. Access via buoyed FACILITIES Sovereign Harbour www.premiermarinas.com e470099,
channel (2m) and twin locks into inner basin (4m). The channel is 860& £3·10<8m, £3·70<12.5m, ) v Ä P P(H24) i e(50t) ä : F.
prone to shoaling after gales and is dredged regularly. If uncertain Sovereign Harbour YC e470888, Q T visitors welcome.
of up-to-date situation, contact HM before entry. Retail Park with S/market and all domestic facilities.
Town (2½M) all needs, z X (Gatwick).
NAVIGATION WPT 50°47´·37N 00°20´·81E, SWM buoy ‘SH’, L Fl 10s,
259°/0·45M to hbr ent. There are shoals to the NE in Pevensey Bay ADJACENT ANCHORAGE
and from 2·5M SE towards Royal Sovereign PHM (tide rips). From HASTINGS, E Sussex, 50°50´·88N 00°35´·50E. AC 536.
Beachy Hd, keep 0·75M offshore to clear Holywell Bank. At LW Tides, see RYE; ML 3·8m; Duration 0530. Strictly a settled weather
keep to ldg line/W sector in 3m. 5kn speed limit in approach chan x or emergency shelter. The stone breakwater is in disrepair and
and Sovereign Harbour. only protects FVs. Beware dangerous wreck 3ca SE of pier hd. Ldg
lts 356°, both FR 14/55m 4M: front on W metal column; rear 357m
LIGHTS AND MARKS See 9.3.4 and chartlet. From E, by day R roofs from front, on 5-sided W tr on West Hill. Pier under refit, now lit
are conspic. Dir lt, Fl WRG 5s leads 258° through appr channel.
Q R 1s. W bkwtr hd Fl R 2·5s 5m 4M; Fl G 5s 2m, 30m from head of
Large wreck on N side marked by 2 lit SHM. Eastbourne pier, 2 FR,
No 3 Groyne (E bkwtr). A historic wreck (Amsterdam) is about 2M
is 2M S of hbr ent; unlit PHM buoy is approx 5ca S.
W of pier, close inshore at 50°50’·7N 00°31’·65E. Facilities: ACA (St
COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01323) Dr470370 E 417400. HM e470099. Leonards). Few marine services, but domestic facilities at Hastings
VHF Ch 17 call Sovereign Hbr at SWM. and St Leonards. YC e(01424) 420656.
N
s
04
r th
be
NR
te
iva
Pr
NS
0 metres 200
NT 06
NH
NG NU Martello Tr
NF NW
0 cables 1
NE 12
ND NX
NY HM Ch 17
NZ 07
Sovereign Harbour
Marina North
Harbour
48
K
WU 1 2
J
WM H
WT G Inner
WS Harbour 28
WN F
WQ E 48
WR D
West 07 50º47'·5N
Harbour C O uter
B
A 16
H arbour
35 52
SZ SS(INT) 3
SW Wk (3) FI.Y.3s L.Fl.10s
SH
FI.G.5s RW
Bu
SX
G
oye
SY South FI.G.3s
Harbour Fl.G.5s3m6M G
d C
ha 33 33
nn
el
13
47'·3
34
Fl(4)R.12s3m6M
DirFI.WRG5s4m1M
12
EASTBOURNE 46
FI(3)15s(intens)12m7M(H24) 03 0º20'·0E 52
19'·5 Martello Tr 20'·5
264
9.3.11 RYE • Bar dries 2·75m about 2ca offshore and needs care when wind
E. Sussex 50°55’·60N 00°46’·58E 1122333 >F6 from SE to SW. Also shoals E and W of ent with ground swell
or surf; narrow ent (42m) and chan (30m).
CHARTS AC 536, 1991, 5605; Imray C12, C31, C8, 2100
• Enter HW –2 to HW +2; flood runs 4·5kn (max HW –2 to HW –1).
TIDES ML 2·0; Duration 3·25hrs sp, 5hrs nps
• Depth of water over the bar can be judged by day from
Standard Port DOVER {
horizontal timbers at base of West Arm tripod structure (approx
Times Height (metres) 2ca N of the bar) these are set at 1·5, 3 and 4·5m above CD.
0000 0600 0100 0700 6·8 5·3 2·1 0·8 Note: A Historic Wreck (Anne) is about 4M WSW of Rye, close
1200 1800 1300 1900 inshore at 50°53’·42N 00°41’·91E.
Differences RYE (approaches) LIGHTS AND MARKS W Arm lt LFl R 7s 7m 6M, wooden tripod,
+0005 –0010 ND ND +1·0 +0·7 ND ND radar reflector. E Arm hd, Q (9) 15s 7m 5M; Horn 7s, G H. On E
RYE HARBOUR Pier a floodlit ‘Welcome to Rye’ sign may be helpful. Rock Chan
+0005 –0010 DR DR –1·4 –1·7 DR DR entrance marked by a QR and QG lt buoy.
HASTINGS
0000 –0010 –0030 –0030 +0·8 +0·5 +0·1 –0·1 IPTS (Sigs 2 & 5 only) are shown to seaward (3M) from HM’s office
and upriver (1M) from HM’s office.
SHELTER Very good in R Rother which dries completely to soft COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01797) Dr 222031 E 224499 HM
mud. Rye Bay is exposed to prevailing SW’lies with little shelter, e225225 (0900-1700LT, HW±2 or when vessel due).
when there is good x in lee of Dungeness (6M to E). In N’lies x
5ca N of the Rye Fairway buoy. HM Ch 14 Call before arrival/departure.
Rye Hbr is a small village, ¾M inside ent on W bank, used by FACILITIES (from seaward) Admiralty Jetty !y = G
commercial shipping. Berth initially on Admiralty Jetty (E bank) Rye Hbr =HW±3 (26t) ä : è T Ü g(3t/15t) F ACA Rye Hbr
and see HM for & or M. No x. Max speed 6kn. SC (Sec’y) e223376.
Rye Town (a Cinque Port) is 2M upriver. Enter via Rock Channel Rye Town, Strand Quay &, £20<10m<£40 wood fender posts
for u & along NE side of Strand Quay. against steel piled wall with numbered ladders. u must stop at
NAVIGATION WPT Rye Fairway SWM lt buoy, 50°54´·04N 00°48´·02E, timber staging on E bank and report to HM Office. ! ) Ä Ç
329°/1·8M to W Arm tripod lt, 50°55´·55N 00°46´·65E. For details of G é j.
Lydd and Hythe Firing Ranges see Passage Information 0. Town Y Q ! z X (Lydd).
00°45·0'E 46·0' 47·0'

See inset
RYE
Lights without description are Quick Flashing
SE England
2F.R(vert)
57'·0
N
RR
oth
er Wind farm
(conspic)
e
red
RB
Channel marked by beacons 0 400

metres
2F.G (vert) cables
0 2
SS(Traffic)
2F.R (vert) HM Ch 14
Admiralty Jetty
Commercial Quay
Rye Harbour
SS(Traffic)
Tower
East Pier
50°56'·0N
RYE Training walls cover

at HW, mkd by bns + withies
Fish
Market Q(9)15s9m5M
Horn(1)7s Tide gauge Camber Sands
R
Ro
Mo t h e
Rye ori r
28
Yacht Centre ngs
Spire
& FS 2F.R(vert) No29 FI.R.5s9m5M
Strand No44
Quay 15 04
31
No48
11 07 03
rds
a tya No50
Bo n ) No40
C ha rings
ck o o
No54 Ro te m
2F.R(vert)
(priva 07
Entrance from
Martello 03
Tower Fairway Buoy
330° 1·8M
265
Folkestone – Dover
H.W.Hts.m
0 2 4 6 8
GI: Tidal curves:
DOVER
M.H.W.N.
M.H.W.S.
MEAN SPRING
0.9 AND NEAP CURVES
MEAN RANGES
0.8
Springs 6.0m
Neaps 3.2m
0.7
0.6
CHART DATUM
Factor
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
M.L.W.S.
M.L.W.N.
0 2 4 L.W. -5h -4h -3h -2h -1h H.W. +1h +2h +3h +4h +5h +6h +7h L.W.
L.W.Hts.m
9.3.12 FOLKESTONE Times

High Water Low Water
Height (metres)
MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS
Kent 51°04’·59N 01°11’·67E 112233 0000 0600 0100 0700 6·8 5·3 2·1 0·8
CHARTS AC 1892, 1991, 5605; Imray C12, C8, 2100 1200 1800 1300 1900
Differences FOLKESTONE
TIDES –0010 Dover; ML 3·9; Duration 0500 –0020 –0005 –0010 –0010 +0·4 +0·4 0·0 –0·1
Standard Port DOVER { DUNGENESS
SHELTER Good except in strong E-S winds when seas break at the –0010 –0015 –0020 –0010 +1·0 +0·6 +0·4 +0·1
harbour entrance.
NAVIGATION WPT 51°04´·33N 01°11´·89E,
330°/0·26M to bkwtr hd lt. Depth gauge 37 N
on head of E Pier. Beware drying Mole Hd
Rks and Copt Rks to stbd of the entrance; 47 04 06
04
from/to the NE, keep well clear of the FOLKESTONE
latter due to extended sewer outfall pipe. 04 24
04
Inner Hbr, dries, has many FVs and local FY&MBC
East Pier
shoal draught boats. For Lydd firing ranges 23 07
see Passage Information. 4'·8
17 06 08 s
k
LIGHTS AND MARKS Hotel block is Outer 04
+
o
c
Brid
16 Harbour Q.G. + R
conspicuous at W end of Inner Hbr. Obstn 02 d
ge
Inner 13 08 a
Harbour 2F.R 11 04 e
COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01303) www. (vert) 07 H
u ay Q.R
32 South
Q l e
folkestoneharbour.com HM e254597, 12
+
M
o
Fl.R.5s
mob 07401 627563. 01 13
06
Folkestone Marine Information Ch 15 (not 24
06
continuously monitored). 71
FACILITIES © by the bridge, for bilge 45

and lift keel yachts (tender needed to go 5·0m
61
ashore). Available 1 Apr-30 Sep. F&A ! 36
on ‘Tizzy’ buoy line. =(free) G.
19 86
Folkestone Yacht & Motor Boat Club 13
0 200 42
www.fymbc.co.uk e251574 = ) G P T. metres
Mast FI(2)10s
cables 14m22M
Town Ä Ç(100m) Y Q ! Q T z X 0 1 52
(Lydd). HM Ch 15 106 96
51°4'·5N 1°11'·5E 11'·8
266
9.3.13 DOVER LIGHTS AND MARKS As per 9.3.4 and chartlet. IPTS (for all vessels)
are shown for the E ent by Port Control (conspic twr) at S end of
Kent 51°06’·74N 01°19’·73E (W ent) 11122233 E Arm and for W entrance, from the head of Admiralty Pier. Q W
51°07’·25N 01°20’·61E (E ent) lt from Port Control twr or patrol launch = keep clear of ent you
CHARTS AC 1892, 1828, 1698, 5605; Imray C30, C12, C8, 2100 are approaching. IPTS controls Wick Channel.
TIDES 0000 Dover; ML 3·7; Duration 0505 COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01304) E (01233) 633331. Port Control
Standard Port DOVER { e240400 ext 5530 HM ext 4522. Duty mob 07836 262713.
Call Dover Port Control (also Hbr launch) Ch 74, 12, 16 for clearance to
Times Height (metres) enter. Request clearance to leave hbr as soon as clear of the marina.
High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS Dover Marina Ch 80, only within marina. Dover Coastguard Ch 16,
0000 0600 0100 0700 6·8 5·3 2·1 0·8 maintains TSS surveillance.
1200 1800 1300 1900
Differences DEAL Chan Nav Info Service (CNIS) broadcasts tfc/ nav/weather/tidal info
+0012 +0010 +0004 +0002 –0·5 –0·3 0·0 +0·1 Ch 11 at H+40; also, if vis <2M, at H+55.
SHELTER Very good in marinas. The new marina in the Outer FACILITIES Dover Harbour Marina b e241663; on arrival berth at
Harbour is likely to open in 2023 with Granville Dock and the old reception pontoon to visit marina office or await gate opening call
Tidal Marina closing thereafter. 241669. 3 berthing options are available in the marina:
NAVIGATION WPT from SW, 51°06´·18N 01°19´·67E, 000°/0·5M to • New marina in Outer harbour will have 250& accessible at all
Admiralty Pier lt ho. WPT from NE, 51°07´·30N 01°21´·41E, 270°/0·5M states of the tide for yachts 8-32m in 2.5-3.5m with new facilities
to S end Eastern Arm. Beware overfalls outside the bkwtrs and the and access to Wellington Dock through a gate/swing bridge.
frequent ferries and high speed craft using both ents. Strong tides • Wellington Dock. Gate and swing bridge open HW ±2 nps and
across ents and high walls make ent under sail slow and difficult; approx HW–1½ to HW+1½ or 2½ sp, depending on range. In the
use of engine is very strongly recommended. final appr, especially near LW, stay in deep water as defined by the
• Specific permission to ent/leave the hbr via E or W ent must W sector (324°-333°) of the F WR lt, 2 unlit SHM poles and a G conical
first be obtained from Port Control on Ch 74; Call Port Control buoy. IPTS are shown, plus a small Fl 4 lt 5 mins before Wellington
when 2M off and comply with instructions. Clearance for small/ bridge is swung open. 160& from £2·70.
slow craft is not normally given until within 200m of ent. u are • Tidal hbr, E of waiting pontoon (1·5m), access H24. 107& on 3
welcomed by hbr launch and usually escorted to the marina. pontoons (C, B, A) in 2·5m, £3·20. Mostly for single night stop.
• Vessels drawing >2.5m bound for the marina must inform Port • Granville Dock, gate open approx HW–3½ to +4½, 133&, £2·90.
Control, Ch 74, prior to entry as must yachts without engine. Services www.doverport.co.uk = 370& inc u é v I(H24)
• If no VHF: Stay safe distance clear of either entrance, call Port P(0500–2100), LPG i ä : è T à e(50t) g F ACA, wi-fi.
Control +44(0)1304 206063 or make visual contact (lamp) with Royal Cinque Ports YC www.rcpyc.co.uk e206262, G T.
Port Control (E Arm) who may direct launch to assist.
SE England
White Cliffs M and YC www.wcmyc.co.uk e211666.
Note: A historic wreck is adjacent to the Eastern Arm bkwtr at
51°07’·6N 01°20’·7E (see chartlet). There are 4 more historic wrecks Town Ä Ç(H24) Y Q ! Q T z.
on the Goodwin Sands. Ferries Services to Calais (passenger/vehicle), Dunkerque (vehicle).
18' 19' 1º20'E
N
ay
Qu
Dover Castle Note RESTRICTED AREA

ial
radius 50m around Current Meter

erc
mm
Church Tr 35
Eastern Docks
Co
Wellington (131) Ferry Terminal

Dock Q.R
Historic
7'·6 Wreck
Union IPTS Piers D/E 38 88

Quay Swing Bridge
F 4 73
Marina
16 Gates Office 06 Eastern
Crosswall
75 FI(2)R.5s Arm
Quay
17 R Cinque 84 103
Tidal 04 21 Oc.R.5s
Harbour DOVER Ports YC
Fl(3)R.10s
28 See
DirF.2 Wellington Port
Q(6)+LFI.15s Note
WR 3 02 08 FI(4)Y.6s
Dock Control
G 11 17 SS Wk FI(5)
Granville See inset Restricted Area
Dover 18 FI.G.5s12m5M Y.20s
Dock 01 Horn(2)30s 116
1.5m G Marina
FI.G.2s 08 BYB VQ(3)5s
G FI.R.2.5s11m5M
32 3°
East
33
2F.R Outer Harbour

4°
5.0 SS 84
(vert) m Granville 12 58
Fl.R.2s Dock 111
Knuckle
2F.R F.WR FI(4)WR.10s 4 8
(vert) FI.G.2s Q(6)+LFl.15s
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c 82 127
metres 0 1000 F.G s P of 78
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HM Ch 74 6 101 69
Wks ther n
48 Fl(2)G.5s VQ.14m4M 18 S ou
3 Cruise
12 Terminal 87 Oc.R.30s21m18M 13
94
Ad 9
05 m
82 P iralt 2nd Cru 2F.R(vert) 86 121 148
3 ise
Terminal 11
22 ier y 97
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13
123 SS(INT) 154
148
267
Dover tides
STANDARD TIME (UT) DOVER LAT 51°07’N LONG 1°19’E Dates in red are SPRINGS
YEAR 2023
GI: Tide tables:

1 0053
0615
SU 1331
2.0
5.8
1.7
16 0449 5.7
1211 2.0
M 1726 5.4
1 0214
0753
W 1451
2.3
5.3
2.2
16 0119
0703
TH 1410
2.3
5.4
2.1
1 0008
0547
W 1258
2.4
5.1
2.5
16 0451 5.3
1211 2.3
TH 1809 5.1
1 0223
0823
SA 1457
2.4
5.1
2.3
16 0228
0814
SU 1510
1.8
5.7
1.7
1908 5.5 2036 5.3 1954 5.4 1837 5.0 2041 5.4 2035 5.9
2 0156
0724
M 1433
2.0
5.7
1.8
17 0036
0605
TU 1325
2.2
5.6
2.0
2 0325
0906
TH 1557
2.1
5.5
2.0
17 0249
0825
F 1530
2.0
5.7
1.8
2 0135
0717
TH 1416
2.5
5.0
2.5
17 0059
0704
F 1356
2.3
5.3
2.2
2 0330
0918
SU 1557
2.0
5.5
1.9
17 0345
0913
M 1618
1.4
6.1
1.3
2009 5.6 1854 5.4 2134 5.6 2101 5.8 2007 5.1 1946 5.3 2127 5.8 2128 6.3
3 0300
0827
TU 1536
1.9
5.8
1.7
18 0159
0722
W 1439
2.1
5.7
1.8
3 0427
1000
F 1653
1.8
5.7
1.8
18 0405
0930
SA 1645
1.6
6.1
1.4
3 0255
0855
F 1529
2.3
5.2
2.2
18 0237
0825
SA 1523
2.0
5.6
1.8
3 0423
0951
M 1646
1.6
5.8
1.6
18 0450
1001
TU 1715
0.9
6.4
1.0
2103 5.7 2004 5.7 2220 5.9 2158 6.2 2116 5.5 2053 5.8 2201 6.1 2213 6.7
4 0400
0921
W 1632
1.8
5.9
1.6
19 0313
0827
TH 1547
1.9
6.0
1.6
4 0517
1041
SA 1737
1.6
5.9
1.6
19 0516
1026
SU 1751
1.2
6.4
1.0
4 0403
0949
SA 1630
2.0
5.6
1.9
19 0359
0928
SU 1639
1.5
6.1
1.4
4 0505
1018
TU 1725
1.3
6.1
1.4
19 0544
1042
W 1802
0.6
6.6
0.7
2150 5.9 2104 5.9 2257 6.2 2247 6.6 2201 5.8 2148 6.3 2231 6.3 2254 6.9
5 0452
1009
TH 1717
1.6
6.0
1.5
20 0418
0927
F 1651
1.6
6.2
1.3
5 0558 1.4
1115 6.1
SU 1815 1.4
20 0618 0.8
1115 6.7
M 1847 0.8
5 0457
1026
SU 1718
1.6
5.9
1.6
20 0509
1020
M 1740
1.0
6.5
1.0
5 0543
1046
W 1800
1.1
6.2
1.2
20 0629 0.5
1119 6.7
TH 1843 0.6
2232 6.1 2200 6.3 9 2330 6.3 4 2332 6.9 2236 6.1 2234 6.7 2259 6.4 4 2332 6.9
6 0536 1.5
1051 6.1
F 1756 1.5
21 0520 1.2
1023 6.5
SA 1753 1.1
6 0634 1.3
1145 6.2
M 1849 1.4
21 0712 0.5
1158 6.8
TU 1935 0.6
6 0539
1054
M 1757
1.3
6.1
1.4
21 0606 0.6
1104 6.7
TU 1830 0.7
6 0619
1114
TH 1834
1.0
6.4
1.1
21 0709 0.5
1154 6.7
F 1919 0.7
9 2310 6.3 4 2251 6.6 2306 6.3 4 2316 7.0 9 2328 6.5
7 0614
1128
SA 1830
1.4
6.2
1.5
22 0620
1115
SU 1852
1.0
6.7
0.9
7 0000
0709
TU 1213
6.4
1.2
6.2
22 0013
0759
W 1238
7.0
0.3
6.8
7 0615 1.2
1120 6.2
TU 1830 1.2
22 0655
1142
W 1913
0.4
6.8
0.5
7 0654
1142
F 1907
0.9
6.5
1.0
22 0009
0744
SA 1228
6.9
0.6
6.7
2347 6.3 2339 6.8 1922 1.3 2016 0.5 9 2334 6.4 2355 7.1 2357 6.6 1952 0.8
8 0648 1.4
1202 6.2
SU 1902 1.4
23 0717 0.7
1204 6.7
M 1945 0.8
8 0029
0743
W 1240
6.4
1.2
6.2
23 0054
0839
TH 1317
7.1
0.3
6.8
8 0648 1.1
1147 6.3
W 1902 1.2
23 0737 0.2
1218 6.9
TH 1950 0.5
8 0727
1210
SA 1939
0.9
6.5
1.0
23 0046
0814
SU 1304
6.8
0.8
6.6
1955 1.3 2052 0.6 2022 1.0
9 0020
0722
M 1234
6.4
1.4
6.1
24 0025
0810
TU 1250
6.9
0.6
6.7
9 0054
0816
TH 1305
6.4
1.1
6.2
24 0134
0915
F 1356
7.0
0.4
6.6
9 0000
0722
TH 1212
6.5
1.0
6.4
24 0033
0814
F 1253
7.1
0.3
6.8
9 0026
0800
SU 1240
6.7
0.9
6.6
24 0121
0841
M 1342
6.5
1.1
6.3
1935 1.5 2032 0.7 2026 1.3 2124 0.8 1933 1.1 2023 0.6 2012 1.0 2048 1.2
10 0052
0756
TU 1304
6.3
1.4
6.1
25 0110
0856
W 1337
6.9
0.5
6.6
10 0120
0848
F 1331
6.4
1.2
6.2
25 0214
0948
SA 1437
6.8
0.7
6.3
10 0026
0754
F 1237
6.5
1.0
6.4
25 0110
0846
SA 1329
7.0
0.5
6.6
10 0059
0831
M 1316
6.7
1.0
6.5
25 0158
0904
TU 1422
6.2
1.5
6.1
2008 1.5 2113 0.8 2057 1.3 2155 1.1 2004 1.1 2052 0.8 2045 1.2 2115 1.6
11 0120
0831
W 1331
6.3
1.4
6.0
26 0156
0939
TH 1423
6.9
0.6
6.4
11 0150
0919
SA 1403
6.4
1.2
6.2
26 0255
1020
SU 1521
6.5
1.2
6.0
11 0053
0824
SA 1304
6.6
1.0
6.5
26 0146
0914
SU 1406
6.7
0.9
6.4
11 0137
0906
TU 1358
6.5
1.3
6.3
26 0239
0931
W 1509
5.8
1.8
5.7
2043 1.5 2152 1.0 2128 1.4 2227 1.5 2034 1.1 2120 1.1 2123 1.4 2149 1.9
12 0147
0907
TH 1400
6.2
1.5
5.9
27 0242
1019
F 1511
6.7
0.8
6.2
12 0225
0952
SU 1442
6.4
1.4
6.1
27 0340
1056
M 1612
6.0
1.7
5.5
12 0122
0853
SU 1336
6.6
1.1
6.5
27 0223
0941
M 1447
6.4
1.3
6.0
12 0222
0947
W 1449
6.2
1.6
5.9
27 0334
1009
TH 1608
5.4
2.2
5.4
2118 1.6 2229 1.2 2203 1.6 5 2306 2.0 2104 1.2 2146 1.5 2211 1.8 5 2239 2.3
13 0220
0944
F 1435
6.1
1.6
5.8
28 0329
1059
SA 1601
6.4
1.2
5.9
13 0308
1031
M 1529
6.2
1.6
5.8
28 0435 5.5
1145 2.1
TU 1717 5.1
13 0157
0925
M 1415
6.5
1.3
6.3
28 0305
1008
TU 1536
5.9
1.8
5.6
13 0322
1042
TH 1605
5.7
2.0
5.4
28 0441 5.1
1110 2.5
F 1717 5.1
2154 1.8 5 2310 1.6 8 2247 1.9 2138 1.5 2219 2.0 8 2318 2.1
14 0300
1024
SA 1519
6.0
1.7
5.7
29 0421 6.0
1145 1.6
SU 1659 5.5
14 0401
1123
TU 1630
5.8
1.9
5.5
14 0239
1003
TU 1501
6.3
1.6
5.9
29 0359
1046
W 1640
5.4
2.2
5.2
14 0510
1205
F 1802
5.3
2.3
5.2
29 0010
0557
SA 1259
2.5
4.9
2.6
2236 1.9 2348 2.2 2222 1.8 5 2312 2.4 1832 5.1
15 0348
1111
SU 1614
5.9
1.8
5.5
30 0000
0520
M 1239
2.0
5.7
1.9
15 0514 5.5
1238 2.1
W 1813 5.2
15 0331
1055
W 1603
5.8
1.9
5.4
30 0511 5.0
1207 2.6
TH 1756 5.0
15 0056
0658
SA 1348
2.2
5.3
2.1
30 0139
0715
SU 1414
2.4
5.1
2.4
8 2327 2.1 1806 5.3 8 2324 2.2 1929 5.5 1943 5.4
31 0102
0633
TU 1343
2.2
5.4
2.2
31 0057
0637
F 1344
2.6
4.9
2.6
1923 5.2 1924 5.0

YEAR 2023

1 0242
0818
M 1511
2.0
5.4
2.0
16 0316
0847
TU 1544
1.3
6.0
1.4
1 0334
0848
TH 1600
1.5
5.8
1.6
16 0439
0950
F 1656
1.3
6.1
1.3
1 0349
0857
SA 1617
1.5
5.9
1.6
16 0502
1017
SU 1721
1.6
6.0
1.5
1 0527
1031
TU 1755
1.2
6.4
1.1
16 0614
1120
W 1830
1.5
6.4
1.3
2034 5.7 2059 6.3 2102 6.1 2208 6.2 2115 6.2 2242 6.0 9 2255 6.5 4 2340 6.2
2 0334
0859
TU 1600
1.7
5.7
1.7
17 0419
0934
W 1640
1.0
6.2
1.1
2 0424
0928
F 1648
1.3
6.1
1.4
17 0529
1032
SA 1743
1.2
6.2
1.2
2 0445
0947
SU 1711
1.3
6.2
1.3
17 0549 1.5
1059 6.2
M 1806 1.4
2 0627
1119
W 1853
1.0
6.7
0.8
17 0646 1.4
1152 6.5
TH 1902 1.3
2113 6.0 2146 6.5 2143 6.3 2252 6.3 2206 6.4 4 2322 6.1 2344 6.7
3 0420
0934
W 1644
1.4
6.0
1.5
18 0514
1016
TH 1729
0.9
6.4
1.0
3 0512
1007
SA 1734
1.1
6.3
1.2
18 0611 1.2
1112 6.3
SU 1825 1.2
3 0539 1.2
1036 6.4
M 1804 1.1
18 0629
1137
TU 1846
1.5
6.3
1.3
3 0723
1205
TH 1947
0.8
6.9
0.6
18 0008
0715
F 1221
6.2
1.4
6.5
2147 6.2 2229 6.6 2224 6.5 4 2333 6.3 9 2257 6.5 2358 6.1 1933 1.2
4 0504
1007
TH 1724
1.2
6.2
1.3
19 0600 0.8
1054 6.5
F 1812 0.9
4 0559 1.0
1048 6.4
SU 1819 1.1
19 0648 1.3
1151 6.3
M 1902 1.2
4 0633
1124
TU 1856
1.0
6.6
1.0
19 0703 1.5
1213 6.4
W 1921 1.3
4 0030
0812
F 1249
6.8
0.7
7.0
19 0035
0743
SA 1248
6.2
1.4
6.4
2220 6.4 4 2310 6.6 9 2306 6.6 2347 6.6 2035 0.5 2003 1.2
5 0545 1.0
1039 6.4
F 1803 1.1
20 0639
1130
SA 1850
0.8
6.5
0.9
5 0644
1131
M 1903
1.0
6.5
1.0
20 0011
0722
TU 1229
6.2
1.4
6.3
5 0726 1.0
1213 6.7
W 1949 0.8
20 0031
0735
TH 1247
6.1
1.5
6.4
5 0116
0854
SA 1334
6.7
0.7
7.0
20 0058
0812
SU 1311
6.2
1.3
6.4
9 2254 6.5 2348 6.6 2351 6.6 1937 1.3 1954 1.3 2118 0.5 2033 1.2
6 0625
1112
SA 1841
0.9
6.5
1.0
21 0714 1.0
1208 6.5
SU 1924 1.0
6 0728 1.0
1216 6.6
TU 1948 1.0
21 0048
0752
W 1306
6.1
1.5
6.3
6 0037
0818
TH 1301
6.6
0.9
6.7
21 0103
0805
F 1318
6.1
1.5
6.3
6 0201
0932
SU 1420
6.6
0.8
6.9
21 0120
0842
M 1336
6.2
1.4
6.4
2328 6.6 2009 1.4 2042 0.8 2026 1.3 2157 0.6 2103 1.3
7 0703 0.9
1146 6.6 22 0026
0745
6.5
1.1 7 0038
0813
6.5
1.1 22 0124
0821
6.0
1.6 7 0129
0906
6.5
1.0 22 0132
0836
6.0
1.5 7 0247
1008
6.4
1.0 22 0146
0912
6.2
1.5
SE England
SU 1918 1.0 M 1245 6.4 W 1305 6.5 TH 1343 6.2 F 1351 6.7 SA 1346 6.2 M 1506 6.6 TU 1407 6.3
1956 1.2 2036 1.1 2042 1.5 2131 0.8 2059 1.4 2236 1.0 2134 1.5
8 0004
0740
M 1223
6.7
0.9
6.6
23 0102
0813
TU 1323
6.3
1.3
6.3
8 0130
0900
TH 1359
6.4
1.2
6.4
23 0200
0854
F 1419
5.8
1.7
6.0
8 0223
0951
SA 1443
6.4
1.0
6.6
23 0158
0909
SU 1414
5.9
1.5
6.1
8 0336
1047
TU 1555
6.1
1.4
6.3
23 0220
0944
W 1444
6.1
1.7
6.2
1956 1.0 2025 1.4 2127 1.2 2118 1.6 2219 0.9 2133 1.5 8 2319 1.4 2209 1.7
9 0043
0816
TU 1306
6.6
1.1
6.5
24 0140
0838
W 1403
6.1
1.6
6.1
9 0230
0952
F 1457
6.2
1.4
6.2
24 0238
0931
SA 1455
5.7
1.8
5.9
9 0318
1036
SU 1535
6.2
1.2
6.4
24 0226
0943
M 1446
5.8
1.7
6.1
9 0430
1133
W 1650
5.8
1.8
5.9
24 0303
1023
TH 1532
5.9
1.9
5.9
2035 1.2 2055 1.6 2224 1.3 2159 1.7 2306 1.1 2209 1.6 5 2254 2.0
10 0128
0856
W 1355
6.4
1.3
6.3
25 0221
0908
TH 1446
5.8
1.8
5.8
10 0337
1050
SA 1600
5.9
1.6
6.1
25 0319
1012
SU 1537
5.5
1.9
5.7
10 0415
1124
M 1631
6.0
1.4
6.2
25 0302
1020
TU 1528
5.7
1.8
5.9
10 0010
0534
TH 1232
1.8
5.4
2.1
25 0357
1115
F 1638
5.5
2.2
5.5
2120 1.4 2132 1.8 8 2326 1.4 2245 1.9 8 2358 1.3 5 2249 1.8 1758 5.5 2359 2.3
11 0223
0944
TH 1457
6.1
1.6
5.9
26 0310
0948
F 1535
5.5
2.1
5.6
11 0450 5.8
1153 1.7
SU 1707 5.9
26 0409
1100
M 1628
5.4
2.1
5.6
11 0516 5.8
1217 1.7
TU 1732 5.9
26 0348
1103
W 1620
5.6
2.0
5.7
11 0114
0650
F 1345
2.1
5.2
2.3
26 0531 5.2
1238 2.4
SA 1832 5.3
2214 1.7 2219 2.1 5 2339 2.0 2340 1.9 1921 5.3
12 0337
1044
F 1614
5.7
1.9
5.7
27 0408
1039
SA 1632
5.2
2.3
5.4
12 0030
0605
M 1258
1.5
5.7
1.7
27 0510 5.3
1159 2.2
TU 1728 5.5
12 0053
0624
W 1316
1.6
5.6
1.8
27 0450 5.4
1201 2.2
TH 1728 5.5
12 0225
0811
SA 1500
2.2
5.3
2.2
27 0140
0728
SU 1422
2.3
5.3
2.3
8 2326 1.9 5 2323 2.2 1819 5.9 1841 5.7 2049 5.5 1958 5.6
13 0511 5.5
1208 2.0
SA 1739 5.6
28 0512 5.1
1152 2.4
SU 1735 5.3
13 0134
0713
TU 1400
1.5
5.7
1.7
28 0043
0614
W 1310
2.0
5.3
2.2
13 0154
0732
TH 1420
1.7
5.5
1.9
28 0050
0619
F 1325
2.1
5.3
2.3
13 0339
0917
SU 1611
2.1
5.6
1.9
28 0305
0836
M 1538
2.0
5.7
1.8
1927 5.9 1831 5.5 1953 5.7 1850 5.5 2151 5.7 2104 6.0
14 0051
0639
SU 1330
1.8
5.5
1.9
29 0040
0618
M 1312
2.2
5.2
2.3
14 0237
0812
W 1502
1.4
5.8
1.6
29 0148
0714
TH 1418
1.9
5.5
2.0
14 0258
0835
F 1526
1.8
5.6
1.8
29 0211
0739
SA 1446
2.0
5.5
2.1
14 0445
1006
M 1708
1.9
5.9
1.6
29 0415
0932
TU 1645
1.6
6.2
1.4
1900 5.7 1839 5.4 2027 6.0 1930 5.7 2058 5.8 2002 5.7 2235 5.9 2200 6.4
15 0207
0750
M 1440
1.6
5.8
1.6
30 0145
0717
TU 1415
2.0
5.3
2.1
15 0340
0904
TH 1602
1.3
5.9
1.4
30 0250
0807
F 1520
1.7
5.7
1.8
15 0404
0930
SA 1628
1.7
5.8
1.7
30 0322
0843
SU 1553
1.8
5.8
1.7
15 0534
1045
TU 1753
1.7
6.2
1.4
30 0519
1021
W 1747
1.2
6.6
0.9
2006 6.0 1934 5.6 2119 6.2 2024 5.9 2155 5.9 2105 6.0 2310 6.1 2249 6.7
31 0242
0806
W 1510
1.8
5.6
1.9
31 0426
0939
M 1655
1.5
6.1
1.4
31 0617 0.9
1106 6.9
TH 1842 0.6
2020 5.8 2202 6.3 9 2333 6.9

Dover tides – Dover Strait
YEAR 2023

1 0707 0.7
1149 7.1
F 1932 0.4
16 0647 1.3
1149 6.6
SA 1903 1.1
1 0721 0.6
1206 7.3
SU 1946 0.4
16 0646
1139
M 1904
1.2
6.6
1.1
1 0039
0801
W 1258
6.7
1.1
6.7
16 0000
0732
TH 1218
6.6
1.3
6.6
1 0103
0813
F 1322
6.5
1.4
6.2
16 0038
0809
SA 1300
6.6
1.2
6.5
2351 6.5 2021 1.2 1950 1.3 2026 1.7 2029 1.3
2 0014
0751
SA 1230
6.9
0.6
7.2
17 0001
0715
SU 1213
6.4
1.3
6.5
2 0026
0757
M 1244
6.9
0.7
7.2
17 0717 1.2
1206 6.6
TU 1936 1.2
2 0119
0833
TH 1339
6.5
1.4
6.4
17 0039
0809
F 1259
6.6
1.4
6.4
2 0144
0846
SA 1404
6.3
1.7
5.9
17 0127
0857
SU 1353
6.5
1.3
6.3
2015 0.3 1934 1.1 2021 0.6 2049 1.6 2028 1.5 2056 1.9 2116 1.4
3 0053
0829
SU 1311
6.9
0.6
7.2
18 0023
0744
M 1237
6.4
1.3
6.6
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0830
TU 1323
6.8
0.9
6.9
18 0018
0749
W 1235
6.6
1.3
6.6
3 0202
0903
F 1424
6.2
1.7
6.0
18 0124
0851
SA 1349
6.4
1.5
6.1
3 0228
0921
SU 1453
6.0
1.9
5.6
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6.4
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4 0133
0902
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6.8
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TU 1303
6.4
1.3
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0901
W 1404
6.5
1.2
6.6
19 0050
0821
TH 1310
6.5
1.4
6.5
4 0252
0938
SA 1520
5.9
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19 0220
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SU 1454
6.1
1.8
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5.8
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6.5
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6.4
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6.2
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20 0129
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6.4
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20 0332 5.8
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5.5
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6.0
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1100
SA 1654
5.4
2.5
5.2
22 0322 5.5
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SU 1626 5.3
7 0041
0611
TU 1325
2.8
5.3
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2.2
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1.8
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2.6
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1.9
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8 0454 5.3
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F 1723 5.3
23 0327
1050
SA 1610
5.5
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23 0526 5.3
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M 1823 5.4
8 0201
0726
W 1430
2.6
5.5
2.2
23 0200
0727
TH 1435
1.9
6.0
1.5
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0716
F 1420
2.4
5.5
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23 0220
0750
SA 1457
1.8
6.0
1.5
2329 2.4 2009 5.5 2010 6.0 1951 5.5 2030 5.9
9 0035
0612
SA 1314
2.6
5.1
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24 0533 5.1
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9 0132
0705
M 1415
2.8
5.2
2.5
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TU 1353
2.4
5.5
2.1
9 0301
0821
TH 1522
2.2
5.8
1.8
24 0305
0824
F 1538
1.6
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2.2
5.8
1.8
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1.7
6.1
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1852 5.1 2015 5.2 1938 5.7 2050 5.8 2100 6.3 2034 5.7 2122 6.0
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2.6
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M 1408
2.5
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TU 1526
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2.0
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1.4
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1.9
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1.5
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2.1
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2.1
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1.6
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1.7
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SU 1727
1.2
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1.6
6.2
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TU 1750
1.4
6.3
1.3
2139 5.7 2056 6.1 2143 5.9 2128 6.5 2153 6.2 2226 6.6 2152 6.2 2252 6.3
12 0428
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TU 1652
2.0
6.0
1.7
27 0404
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1.6
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1.7
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1.5
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0.9
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1.3
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28 0624
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TU 1850
1.0
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13 0558
1046
W 1819
1.3
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28 0647 1.3
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2247 6.2 2233 6.8 2234 6.3 9 2249 6.9 4 2254 6.5 2344 6.6 2310 6.5
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1.5
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29 0556
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F 1822
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SA 1800
1.4
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29 0611
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SU 1838
0.8
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14 0619
1108
TU 1838
1.3
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29 0703 1.1
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W 1924 1.2
14 0640
1129
TH 1901
1.2
6.6
1.2
29 0011
0726
F 1230
6.5
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2312 6.3 9 2313 7.0 4 2300 6.4 2325 6.9 2325 6.6 2353 6.6 1942 1.5
15 0620
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F 1835
1.4
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30 0641
1127
SA 1907
0.7
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15 0614
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1.3
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M 1916 0.7
15 0655 1.2
1142 6.6
W 1914 1.2
30 0022
0740
TH 1241
6.6
1.2
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15 0723
1213
F 1944
1.2
6.6
1.2
30 0049
0801
SA 1307
6.4
1.4
6.1
4 2337 6.4 2351 7.0 2326 6.5 1957 1.4 2012 1.6
31 0002
0727
TU 1220
6.9
0.9
6.9
31 0126
0834
SU 1344
6.3
1.5
6.0
1950 0.9 2041 1.7

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Falls
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FR
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Mid Falls
Fl(3)R10s Sandettié N
NW Goodwin VQ
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Sandwich Bergues
E Goodwin Inter Bank Fl.G.4s
Goodwin Q(3)10s 72 Fl.Y.5s
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Schemes
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VQ(6)+LFl Depth up to 10m
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For orientation only – due to scale not all lights and buoys are shown
0 5 10
Bullock Bank or Depth over 10m
Insh
22 VQ
144 nautical miles
45' ZC1
Fl(4)Y.15s
215
Ridens SE BOULOGNE
01°00'E 02°00'E
271
VQ(3)5s
10' 20' 30' 40' 50' 10' 20'
SE England
Ramsgate
9.3.15 RAMSGATE For ent/dep yachts must use the Recommended Yacht Track on
Kent 51°19’·51N 01°25’·50E 111222333 the S side of the main buoyed chan. Ent/dep under power, or
advise Port Control if unable to motor. Ent/dep Royal Hbr directly;
CHARTS AC 323, 1828, 1827, 5605/6; Imray C30, C8, C1, 2100 cross the turning basin without delay keeping close to the W
Pier to avoid shoal patch alongside E Pier. Holding area to the S
of the S bkwtr must be used by yachts to keep the hbr ent clear
Standard Port DOVER | for freight vessels. Beware Dike Bank to the N and Quern Bank
Times Height (metres) close S of the chan. Cross Ledge and Brake shoals are further S.
High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS Speed limit 5kn. See www.rma.eu.com.
0000 0600 0100 0700 5·7 4·0 1·4 0·6
LIGHTS AND MARKS Ldg lts 270°: front Dir Oc WRG 10s 10m 5M;
1200 1800 1300 1900
RICHBOROUGH rear, Oc 5s 17m 5M. N bkwtr hd = QG 10m 5M; S bkwtr hd = VQ
–0015 –0015 +0014 +0023 –1·8 –1·3 –1·0 –0·5 R 10m 5M. At E Pier, IPTS (Sigs 2 and 3) visible from seaward and
NOTE: HW Broadstairs is approx HW Dover +0037. from within Royal Hbr, control appr into hbr limits (abeam Nos 1
& 2 buoys) and ent/exit to/from Royal Hbr. In addition a Fl Orange
SHELTER Options: (a) Inner Marina, min depth 2m. Access approx lt = ferry is under way; no other vessel may enter Hbr limits from
HW ±2 via flap gate and lifting bridge; (b) W Marina, min 2m, access seaward or leave Royal Hbr. Ent to inner marina controlled by
H24; (c) E Marina, min 2m, access H24. Larger vessels can berth on separate IPTS to stbd of ent. Siren sounded approx 10 mins before
outer wavebreak pontoons of both W and E marinas. gate closes; non-opening indicated by red ball or light.
NAVIGATION WPT 51°19´·43N 01°27´·70E, 270°/1·45M to S bkwtr. COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01843) Dr 852853 E 225544. Hbr Office
Commercial shipping uses the well-marked main E-W chan e572100; Broadstairs HM e861879.
dredged 7·5m. Due to silting, depths may be significantly less Listen and contact Ramsgate Port Control on Ch 14 when intending
than shown; parts of Eastern Marina, particularly, almost dry at to enter or leave Royal Hbr. Only when in Royal Hbr call Ramsgate
LWS. Latest information may be obtained from Port Control. Marina Ch 80 for a berth. Ramsgate Dock Office must be called
on Ch 14 for information on Inner Marina
1º25'E 0 400 25'·5 Lock.
metres
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Ro Ro (vert) West Pier 12 of the R Stour at Town Quay e(01304)
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Breakwater swing bridge (opens 1hr notice e01304
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07 03 04 07 03 Water Ski Clubs offer some facilities. The
3 32
port is administered by Sandwich Port &
South Breakwater 3
12 Small Craft
South Holding Area Haven Commissioners.
06 0 1000
52 metres N
Yacht 82
19'·8
Dike Crossing Track cables
6
05 Q(6)+L.FI15s QG 0 5 VQ(3)5s
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N.Quern
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R
R FI(4)R Yacht Track R
Fl(2)R.5s BY No4 10s
No6 27' No2 01°28'E 31'
37 29' 30' 32'
272
AREA 4 – E England
East England
North Foreland to Great Yarmouth
9.4.1 Contents ....................................................................................................................... 273

9.4.2 Area map and Distance table .................................................................................. 274
The Thames Estuary • Crossing the Thames Estuary • North Foreland to London Bridge •
Shoeburyness to River Colne • Harwich • Harwich to Orford Nes • Orford Ness to
Great Yarmouth • Crossing from the Thames/Orwell to Belgium or The Netherlands
9.4.6 Thames Estuary .......................................................................................................... 283

9.4.7 Thames Estuary tidal stream charts ...................................................................... 284
(Margate, tide tables/curves) .................................................................................. 286
9.4.8 Whitstable .................................................................................................................... 290
Margate • Herne Bay
9.4.9 The Swale ..................................................................................................................... 291

9.4.10 Queenborough ............................................................................................................ 292
9.4.11 River Medway (Sheerness, tide tables/curves) ................................................... 293
9.4.12 River Thames (London Bridge, tide tables/curves) ............................................ 296
Holehaven Creek • Gravesend • Thames tidal barrier • Gallions Point Marina •
South Dock Marina • Poplar Dock Marina • Limehouse Basin Marina •
St Katharine Haven • Chelsea Harbour • Brentford Dock Marina
9.4.13 Southend-on-Sea/Leigh-on-Sea .............................................................................. 306

9.4.14 River Roach/Havengore ............................................................................................ 307
9.4.15 Burnham-on-Crouch, tide tables/curves ............................................................... 308
E England
9.4.16 River Blackwater ......................................................................................................... 313
9.4.17 River Colne ................................................................................................................... 314
9.4.18 Walton Backwaters (Walton-on-the-Naze, tide tables/curves) ....................... 315
9.4.19 River Stour ................................................................................................................... 320
9.4.20 River Orwell (Harwich, tide tables/curves) .......................................................... 321
9.4.21 River Deben ................................................................................................................. 325
9.4.22 River Ore/Alde ............................................................................................................ 326
9.4.23 Southwold .................................................................................................................... 327
9.4.24 Lowestoft, tide tables/curves .................................................................................. 328
9.4.25 Great Yarmouth .......................................................................................................... 332
Norfolk Broads
273
30' 1° E 30' 2° E
274
See 9.5.2
9.4.2 • Winterton-on-Sea
East England
C
North Foreland to Great Yarmouth • Caister-on-Sea
Middle Scroby
NORFOLK BROADS 9.4.25 Wind Farm
EMERGENCY 999
HMCG NATIONAL – 02392 552100 Gt YARMOUTH 9.4.25
HMCG LONDON – 0208 312 7380 Gorleston C
HM CUSTOMS – 0845 010 9000

1 North Foreland 1 52° 30'N

2 Whitstable 20 2 DISTANCE TABLE
3 The Swale (Shell Ness) 21 4 3 the most direct route while avoiding dangers and LOWESTOFT 9.4.24
4 Sheerness 31 14 15 4 allowing for TSS. Places in italics are in adjoining
5 Queenborough 34 17 13 2 5 areas; places in bold are in 9.0.7, Distances
6 Gravesend 53 36 32 22 24 6 across the North Sea.
7 London Bridge 73 55 45 45 47 23 7 Magnetic
8 Southend-on-Sea 32 17 18 6 8 15 37 8 Variation
9 Havengore 30 15 12 12 14 25 48 11 9 1·2°E
10 Burnham-on-Crouch 41 36 36 34 36 54 77 33 30 10
11 West Mersea 40 38 38 33 35 53 76 30 29 22 11
12 Brightlingsea 38 36 36 28 30 48 71 28 27 21 8 12 20'
13 Walton-on-the-Naze 37 40 40 46 48 66 89 39 37 25 23 23 13 SOUTHWOLD 9.4.23
14 Harwich 37 40 40 50 52 70 93 40 41 31 24 20 6 14
15 Ipswich 46 49 49 59 61 79 102 49 50 40 33 29 15 9 15
16 River Deben (ent) 42 45 45 55 57 75 98 45 46 36 29 25 10 6 15 16
17 River Ore (ent) 44 47 47 57 59 77 100 47 48 38 31 27 14 10 19 4 17
18 Southwold 59 62 62 72 74 92 115 62 63 53 46 42 29 25 34 23 20 18
19 Lowestoft 69 72 77 82 84 102 125 72 73 63 56 52 39 35 44 33 30 10 19
• Minsmere
20 Great Yarmouth 76 79 84 89 91 109 132 79 80 70 63 59 46 42 51 40 38 18 7 20
10'
• Aldeburgh
RIVER ORE/ALDE 9.4.22
Woodbridge
• Orford Ness
• Ipswich
52°N
RIVER ORWELL 9.4.20 RIVER DEBEN 9.4.21
C
•Felixstowe
RIVER STOUR 9.4.19 • Hoek van Holland
Harwich
Colchester •
ea WALTON Sunk Inner

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9.4.4 LIGHTS, BUOYS AND WAYPOINTS FOULGER’S GAT and KNOB CHANNEL
N Edinburgh Channel is not buoyed. Foulger’s Gat, lies within
Bold print = light with a nominal range of 15M or more. CAPITALS the boundary of the London Array Wind Farm.
= place or feature. CAPITAL ITALICS = light-vessel, light float or Long Sand Outer , Iso 2s; 51°34’·61N 01°28’·34E.
Lanby. Italics = Fog signal. Bold italics = Racon. Some marks/ Long Sand Middle , Iso 5s; 51°35’·60N 01°26’·45E.
buoys are fitted with AIS (MMSI No); see relevant charts. Long Sand Inner , Iso 2s; 51°38’·78N 01°25’·44E.
IMPORTANT NOTE. Regular changes are made to Thames Estuary SE Knob : Fl G 5s; 51°30’·89N 01°06’·41E.
buoyage. Check Notices to Mariners for the latest information. Knob ` Iso 5s; Whis; 51°30’·69N 01°04’·28E.
THAMES ESTUARY – SOUTHERN OAZE DEEP

Oaze Deep : Fl (2) G 5s; 51°29’·18N 00°56’·77E.
(Direction of buoyage generally East to West)
Red Sand Trs N 0 Fl (3) R 10s; Bell; 51°28’·73N 00°59’·32E.
APPROACHES to THAMES ESTUARY N Oaze 0 QR; 51°30’·03N 00°57’·65E.
Foxtrot 3 μ 51°24’·15N 02°00’·38E; Fl 10s 12m 15M; Racon (T) Oaze Z Fl (4) Y 10s; 51°29’·06N 00°56’·93E.
10M; Horn 10s; 992351033. W Oaze ` Iso 5s; 51°29’·06N 00°55’·43E.
Falls Hd p Q; 51°28’·23N 01°49’·89E. Oaze Bank : Q G 5s; 51°29’·18N 00°56’·77E.
Drill Stone v Q (3) 10s; 51°25’·88N 01°42’·89E. Cant Ã (unlit); 51°27’·77N 00°53’·36E.
Thanet N p VQ 15s; 51°28’·28N 01°38’·06E. East Cant 0 QR; 51°28’·53N 00°55’·60E.
NE Spit v VQ (3) Racon (T) 10M; 51°27’·93N 01°29’·89E; 992351037
East Margate 0 Fl R 2·5s; 51°27’·03N 01°26’·40E. MEDWAY, SHEERNESS
Elbow p Q; 51°23’·23N 01°31’·59E. Medway ` Mo (A) 6s; 51°28’·83N 00°52’·81E.
Foreness Pt Outfall 4 Fl R 5s; 51°24’·58N 01°26’·12E. No 1 : Fl G 2·5s; 51°28’·55N 00°50’·50E.
Longnose 3 51°24’·15N 01°26’·08E. No 2 p Q; 51°28’·33N 00°50’·52E.
Longnose Spit É Fl R 2·5s 5m 2M; 51°23’·93N 01°25’·68E. No 7 : Fl G 10s; 51°27’·91N 00°47’·52E.
No 9 : Fl G 5s; 51°27’·74N 00°46’·61E.
MARGATE and GORE CHANNEL No 11 : Fl (3) G 10s; 51°27’·51N 00°45’·80E.
SE Margate v Q (3) 10s; 51°24’·05N 01°20’·40E. Grain Hard : Fl G 5s; 51°26’·98N 00°44’·17E.
S Margate > Fl G 2·5s; 51°23’·83N 01°16’·65E. Isle of Grain ° Q 20m 13M; RW f on R twr; 51°26’·70N 00°43’·38E.
Copperas : QG; 51°23’·81N 01°11’·18E. Queenborough Spit v Q (3) 10s; 51°25’·81N 00°43’·93E.
Reculver 0 QR; 51°23’·63N 01°12’·56E.
RIVER THAMES
HERNE BAY
Beltinge Bay Bn É Fl Y 5s; 51°22’·73N 01°08’·63E. SEA REACH, NORE and YANTLET
Landing Stage ° Q 18m 4M, (isolated); 51°22’·91N 01°06’·89E. Sea Reach 1 (N) Z Fl Y 2·5s; Racon (T) 10M; 51°29’·59N 00°52’·71E.
N Pier Hd ° 2 FR (vert); 51°22’·43N 01°07’·27E. Sea Reach 1 (S) 0 Fl R 2·5s; 51°29’·39N 00°52’·45E.
Sea Reach 2 (N) : Fl R 2·5s; 51°29’·49N 00°49’·73E.
WHITSTABLE Sea Reach 2 (S) 0 Fl R 2·5s; 51°29’·30N 00°49’·75E.
Whitstable Street 4 ; 51°24’·00N 01°01’·54E. (See The Swale.) Sea Reach 3 (N) : Q G (sync); 51°29’·41N 00°46’·80E.
Oyster 0 Fl (2) R 10s; 51°22’·14N 01°01’·16E. Sea Reach 3 (S) 0 Q R (sync); 51°29’·22N 00°46’·71E.
W Quay Dn ° Fl G 5s 2m. Sea Reach 4 (N) : Fl (2) G 5s; 51°29’·69N 00°44’·19E.
Sea Reach 4 (S) 0 Fl (2) R 5s; 51°29’·50N 00°44’·12E.
THE SWALE Sea Reach 5 (N) : VQ G; 51°30’·04N 00°41’·47E.
Whitstable Street 4 Fl R 2s; 51°24’·00N 01°01’·54E.
Sea Reach 5 (S) 0 VQ R; 51°29’·85N 00°41’·43E.
Columbine : Fl G 2s; 51°24’·26N 01°01’·34E. Sea Reach 6 (N) : Fl G 5s; 51°30’·13N 00°39’·87E.
Columbine Spit : Fl (3) G 10s; 51°23’·86N 01°00’·03E. Sea Reach 6 (S) 0 Fl R 5s; 51°29’·93N 00°39’·84E.
Ham Gat : Q G; 51°23’·08N 00°58’·32E. Sea Reach 7 (N) Z Fl Y 2·5s; 51°30’·21N 00°36’·94E.
Pollard Spit 0 Q R; 51°22’·98N 00°58’·57E. Sea Reach 7 (S) 0 Fl R 2·5s; Racon (T) 10M; 51°30’·01N 00°36’·91E.
Sand End : Fl G 5s; 51°21’·43N 00°55’·90E. Nore Swatch 0 Fl (4) R 15s; 51°28’·28N 00°45’·55E.
Receptive Point : Fl G 10s; 51°20’·86N 00°54’·41E. Mid Swatch : Fl G 5s; 51°28’·68N 00°44’·16E.
Queenborough Spit v Q (3) 10s; 51°25’·81N 00°43’·93E. W Nore Sand 0 Fl (3) R 10s; 51°29’·48N 00°40’·87E.
South Oaze 0 Fl R 2s; 51°21’·34N 00°56’·01E. East Blyth p Q; 51°29’·73N 00°37’·81E.
QUEENS CHANNEL and FOUR FATHOMS CHANNEL Mid Blyth p Q; 51°30’·08N 00°32’·38E.
E Margate 0 Fl R 2·5s; 51°27’·03N 01°26’·40E.
LEIGH-ON-SEA and SOUTHEND-ON-SEA
Spaniard v Q (3) 10s; 51°26’·23N 01°04’·00E.
Leigh 9; 51°31’·09N 00°42’·72E.
Spile > Fl G 2·5s; 51°26’·43N 00°55’·70E. Southend Pier E End ° 2 FG (vert) 7m; Horn Mo (N) 30s, Bell (1).
PRINCES CHANNEL
LOWER HOPE REACH
Tongue Sand E q VQ (3) 5s; 51°29’·48N 01°22’·21E.
West Blyth 0 Q R; 51°29’·57N 00°28’·39E.
Tongue Sand N p Q; 51°29’·68N 01°22’·03E.
Mucking 1 : Q G; 51°29’·70N 00°37’·28E.
Princes Outer t VQ (6) + L Fl 10s; 51°28’·79N 01°19’·87E.
Lower Hope 0 Fl R 5s; 51°29’·32N 00°28’·02E.
Princes North > Q G; 51°29’·25N 01°18’·35E.
Mucking 3 : Fl G 2·5s; 51°29’·33N 00°27’·68E.
Princes South 0 Q R; 51°28’·74N 01°18’·26E.
Mucking 5 : Fl (3) G 10s; 51°28’·76N 00°27’·19E.
Princes No 1 : Fl (4) G 15s; 51°29’·23N 01°16’·02E.
Mucking 7 : Fl G 5s; 51°28’·03N 00°26’·77E.
Princes No 2 0 Fl (2) R 5s; 51°28’·81N 01°13’·08E.
Bell Ovens : Q G; 51°27’·50N 00°26’·35E.
Higham 0 Fl (2) R 5s; 51°27’·40N 00°26’·85E.
Princes No 4 0 Fl (3) R 10s; 51°28’·83N 01°09’·90E.
Tilbury t Q(6) + L Fl 15s; 51°27’·16N 00°25’·50E.
Princes Mid Z Fl Y 5s; 51°29’·19N 01°09’·00E. GRAVESEND
Shivering Sand Twr N p Q; 51°30’·01N 01°04’·76E. Shornmead ° Fl (2) WR 10s 12m, W11/7M, R11M; vis 070°-W-084°-
Shivering Sand Twr S t Q (6)+L Fl 15s; Bell; 51°29’·75N 01°04’·83E. R(Intens)-089°-W(Intens)-094°-W-250°; 51°26’·92N 00°26’·24E.
Princes No 8 0 Fl (2) R 5s; 51°29’·14N 01°03’·00E. Northfleet Upper ° Oc WRG 10s 30m W10M, R7M, G7M; vis:126°-
Princes Inner Z Fl Y 2·5s; 51°29’·59N 01°03’·47E. R-149°-W-159°-G-268°-W-279°; 51°26’·93N 00°20’·06E.
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Plot waypoints on chart before use AREA 4 – E England
THAMES TIDAL BARRIER WEST SWIN and MIDDLE DEEP

Spans B, C, D, E, F, G are navigable. Spans C – F are for large ships. Blacktail Spit : Fl (3) G 10s; 51°31’·47N 00°56’·75E.
Eastbound small craft/yachts use Span B (51°29’·73N 00°02’·23E) Maplin > Q G (sync with W Swin); Bell; 51°33’·66N 01°01’·40E.
Westbound small craft/yachts use Span G (51°29’·91N 00°02’·21E). W Swin 4 Q R (sync with Maplin); 51°33’·40N 01°01’·97E.
Red X indicates span closed Green . indicates span open. W Maplin Edge > Fl G 2.5s; 51°35’·33N 01°03’·64E.
lights show either side of open spans in poor visibility. Maplin Bank 4 Fl (3) R 10s; 51°35’·50N 01°04’·70E.
KENTISH KNOCK Maplin Middle : Fl G 5s; Bell; 51°36’·78N 01°05’·50E.
Kentish Knock v Q (3) 10s; 51°38’·08N 01°40·43E. E Maplin 4 51°38’·29N 01°08’·86E.
S Knock t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; Bell; 51°34’·13N 01°34’·29E. Maplin Approach > Fl (2) G 10s; 51°39’·54N 01°09’·39E.
KNOCK JOHN CHANNEL EAST SWIN and KING’S CHANNEL

No 7 : Fl (4) G 15s; 51°32’·03N 01°06’·40E. N Middle p Q; 51°41’·35N 01°12’·61E.
No 5 : Fl (3) G 10s; 51°32’·49N 01°07’·75E. W Sunk r Q (9) 15s; 51°44’·33N 01°25’·80E.
No 4 0 QR 10s; 51°32’·40 N 01°08’·08E. Gunfleet Spit t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; Bell; 51°45’·33N 01°21’·70E.
No 2 0 Fl (3) R 10s; 51°33’·03N 01°09’·63E. WHITAKER CHANNEL and RIVER CROUCH
No 3 t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 51°33’·29N 01°09’·83E. Whitaker v Q (3) 10s; Bell; 51°41’·43N 01°10’·51E.
No 1 : Fl G 5s; 51°33’·75N 01°10’·72E. Inner Whitaker t VQ (6) + L Fl 10s; 51°40’·76N 01°08’·40E.
Knock John 0 Fl (2) R 5s; 51°33’·61N 01°11’·37E. Swin Spitway ` Iso 10s; Bell; 51°41’·95N 01°08’·35E.
BLACK DEEP Whitaker 1 : FlG 5s (sync Whit 2), 51˚ 40’·69N 01˚ 06’·67E.
No 12 0 Fl (4) R 15s; 51°33’·83N 01°13’·50E. Whitaker 2 0 FlR 5s (sync Whit 1), 51˚ 40’·41N 01˚ 06’·78E.
No 11 : Fl (3) G 10s; 51°34’·33N 01°13’·40E. Whitaker 3 : Fl(2) G 5s (sync Whit 4) 51˚ 40’·41N 01˚ 04’·74E.
No 10 0 Fl (3) R 10s; 51°34’·74N 01°15’·60E. Whitaker 4 0 Fl(2) R 5s (sync Whit 4) 51˚ 40’·16N 01˚ 04’·91E.
No 9 t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 51°35’·13N 01°15’·09E. Whitaker 5 : Fl(2) G 5s (sync Whit 6) 51˚ 40’·03N 01˚ 03’·22E.
No 8 r Q (9) 15s; 51°36’·36N 01°20’·43E. Whitaker 6 0 Fl(2) R 5s(sync Whit 5) 51˚ 39’·77N 01˚ 03’·43E.
No 7 : QG. 51°37’·08N 01°17’·69E. Whitaker 7 : Fl(3) G 10s(sync Whit 8) 51˚ 39’·54N 01˚ 02’·00E.
No 6 \ Fl R 2·5s; 51°38’·53N 01°24’·40E. Whitaker 8 0 Fl(3) R 10s(sync Whit 7), 51˚ 39’·35N 01˚ 02’·00E.
No 5 v VQ (3) 5s; 51°39’·53N 01°23’·00E. Swallowtail 1 . Fl Y 5s, 51˚ 41’·38N 01˚ 08’·20E.
No 4 0 Fl (2) R 5s; 51°41’·42N 01°28’·49E. Swallowtail 2 . Fl Y 10s, 51˚ 41’·19N 01˚ 06’·28E.
Long Sand Bcn Ü ; 51°41’·48N 01°29’·49E. Swallowtail 3 . (2) Y 10s, 51˚ 40’·52N 01˚ 03’·47E.
No 3 þ Fl (3) G 15s; 51°42’·39N 01°26’·65E. Buxey Edge : Fl G 10s, 51˚ 40’·65N 01˚ 03’·48E.
No 1 : Fl G 5s, 51°44’·03N 01°28’·09E. Swallowtail r VQ (9) 10s, 51˚ 40’·04N 01˚ 02’·65E.
No 2 0 Fl (4) R 15s; 51°45’·66N 01°32’·22E. Sunken Buxey p VQ; 51°39’·59N 01°00’·77E.
SHM Z Fl Y 2·5s; Racon (T) 10M; 51°29’·59N 00°52’·71E. Buxey No 1 t VQ (6) + L Fl 10s; 51°39’·18N 01°01’·13E.
Buxey No 2 p Q; 51°39’·08N 01°00’·23E.
SUNK
Outer Crouch 1 : Fl G 5s (sync Cro 2) 51˚ 38’·71N 00˚ 59’·00E.
Sunk Head Tower p Q; Bell; 51°46’·63N 01°30’·51E.
Black Deep 0 QR; 51°48’·32N 01°36’·96E. Outer Crouch 2 0 Fl R 5s (sync Cro 1) 51˚ 38’·62N 00˚ 59’·20E.
Long Sand Head p VQ; Bell; 51°48’·12N 01°39’·39E. Outer Crouch 3 : Fl G 10s (sync Cro 4) 51˚ 38’·10N 00˚ 57’·83E.
Sunk Centre ` Mo (A) 15s, Racon C 10M 51°50’·10N 01°46’·02E; Outer Crouch 4 0 Fl R 10s (sync Cro 3) 51˚ 38’·00N 00˚ 58’·00E.
992351034. Crouch p Q.Fl, 51˚ 37.650N 00˚ 56.582E.
Dynamo Z Fl Y 2·5s; 51°29’·59N 00°52’·71E. Inner Crouch ` L Fl 10s, 51˚ 37’·19N 00˚ 55’·09E.
Trinity p Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 51°49’·03N 01°36’·39E. Branklet (RGR) Pref Chan to Stbd, Comp grp Fl (R) 2+1 10s,
SUNK INNER μ 51°51’·17N 01°34’·40E; Fl(5) 15s 11m 12M; 51˚ 36’·99N 00˚ 52’·10E.
Racon (C) 10M; Horn 30s; 992351027. GOLDMER GAT and WALLET
FISHERMANS GAT NE Gunfleet v Q (3) 10s; 51°49’·93N 01°27’·79E.
Wallet No 2 0 Fl R 5s; 51°48’·88N 01°22’·99E.
E England
Outer Fisherman v Q (3) 10s; 51°34’·02N 01°25’·10E.
Fisherman No 1 : Fl G 2·5s (sync); 51°34’·50N 01°23’·52E. Wallet No 4 0 Fl (4) R 10s; 51°46’·53N 01°17’·23E.
Fisherman No 2 0 Fl R 2·5s (sync); 51°34’·30N 01°23’·50E. Wallet Spitway , L Fl 10s; Bell; 51°42’·86N 01°07’·30E.
Fisherman No 3 : Fl G 5s; 51°34’·78N 01°22’·65E. Knoll p Q; 51°43’·88N 01°05’·07E.
Fisherman No 4 0 Fl (2) R 5s; 51°34’·77N 01°22’·08E. Eagle > QG; 51°44’·10N 01°03’·63E.
Fisherman No 5 : Fl (2) G 5s; 51°35’·25N 01°21’·84E. N Eagle p Q; 51°44’·71N 01°04’·32E.
Fisherman No 6 0 Fl (3) R 10s; 51°35’·08N 01°21’·56E. NW Knoll 4 Fl (2) R 5s; 51°44’·29N 01°02’·14E.
Inner Fisherman 0 Q R; 51°36’·15N 01°20’·08E. Colne Bar > Fl (2) G 5s; 51°44’·61N 01°02’·57E.
Bench Head > Fl (3) G 10s; 51°44’·56N 01°01’·18E.
BARROW DEEP RIVER BLACKWATER
SW Barrow r Q(9) 15s; 51°32’·12N 01°00’·12E. The Nass Å VQ (3) 5s 6m 2M; 51°45’·83N 00°54’·83E.
Alice Wk f Fl (2) 5s; 51°32’·33N 01°04’·22E. Thirslet > Fl (3) G 10s; 51°43’·73N 00°50’·39E.
Barrow No 14 0 Fl R 2·5s; 51°31’·83N 01°00’·43E. No 1 9 ; 51°43’·44N 00°48’·02E.
Barrow No 13 : Fl (2) G 5s; 51°32’·82N 01°03’·07E.
Barrow No 12 0 Fl (2) R 5s; 51°33’·24N 01°05’·94E. RIVER COLNE and BRIGHTLINGSEA
Barrow No 11 : Fl (3) G 10s; 51°34’·08N 01°06’·70E. Inner Bench Head No 2 4 Fl (2) R 5s; 51°45’·96N 01°01’·74E.
Barrow No 9 v VQ (3) 5s; 51°35’·34N 01°10’·30E. Colne Pt No 1 : Fl G 3s; 51°46’·01N 01°01’·92E.
Barrow No 8 \ Fl (2) R 5s; 51°35’·05N 01°11’·36E. No 8 0 Fl R 3s; 51°46’·90N 01°01’·30E.
Barrow No 7 þ Fl G 2·5s; 51°37’·49N 01°13’·47E. No 9 : Fl G 3s; 51°47’·36N 01°01’·07E.
Barrow No 6 \ Fl (4) R 15s; 51°37’·30N 01°14’·68E. Ldg lts 041°. Front, FR 7m 4M; W h, R stripe on post; vis: 020°-
Barrow No 5 : Fl G 10s; 51°40’·03N 01°16’·20E. 080°; 51°48’·39N 01°01’·20E. Rear, 50m from front, FR 10m 4M;
Barrow No 4 r VQ (9) 10s; 51°39’·88N 01°17’·48E. W h, R stripe on post. FR lts are shown on 7 masts between
Barrow No 3 v Q (3) 10s; Racon (M)10M; 51°42’·02N 01°20’·24E. 1·5M and 3M NW when firing occurs.
Barrow No 2 0 Fl (2) R 5s; 51°41’·98N 01°22’·89E.
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WALTON BACKWATERS OFFSHORE MARKS

Pye End , L Fl 10s; 51°55’·03N 01°17’·90E. S Galloper t Q (6) L Fl 15s; Racon (T) 10M; 51°43’·98N 01°56’·43E.
No 2 0 Fl (2) 5s; 51°54’·62N 01°16’·80E. N Galloper p Q; 51°49’·84N 01°59’·99E.
Crab Knoll No 3 : Fl G 5s; 51°54’·41N 01°16’·41E. S Inner Gabbard t Q (6) + L Fl 15s. 51°49’·92N 01°51’·89E.
No 16 / 51°53’·17N 01°15’·52E. N Inner Gabbard p Q; 51°59’·20N 01°56’·00E.
NHR-SE : Fl G 5s; 51°45’·39N 02°39’·89E.
HARWICH APPROACHES
(Direction of buoyage is North to South) SHIPWASH and BAWDSEY BANK
E Shipwash v VQ (3) 5s; 51°57’·08N 01°37’·89E.
MEDUSA CHANNEL
NW Shipwash 0 Fl R 5s; 51°58’·98N 01°37’·01E.
Medusa > Fl G 5s; 51°51’·23N 01°20’·35E.
Stone Banks 4 FlR 5s; 51°53’·19N 01°19’·23E. N Shipwash p Q 7M; Racon (M) 10M; Bell; 52°01’·73N 01°38’·27E;
Pennyhole 7 ; 51°53’·55N 01°18’·00E (Mar–Sep). 992351069.
S Bawdsey t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; Bell; 51°57’·23N 01°30’·19E.
CORK SAND and ROUGH SHOALS Mid Bawdsey : Fl (3) G 10s; 51°58’·88N 01°33’·59E.
S Cork t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 51°51’·33N 01°24’·09E. NE Bawdsey : Fl G 10s; 52°01’·73N 01°36’·09E.
SE Roughs Tower v Q (3) 10s; 51°53’·64N 01°28’·94E.
NW Roughs Tower r VQ (9) 10s; 51°53’·81N 01°28’·77E. CUTLER and WHITING BANKS
Cork Sand É Fl (3) R 10s; 51°55’·51N 01°25’·42E. Cutler : QG; 51°58’·51N 01°27’·48E.
SW Whiting t Q (6) + L Fl 10s; 52°00’·96N 01°30’·69E.
HARWICH CHANNEL Whiting Hook 0 Fl R 10s; 52°02’·98N 01°31’·82E.
S Threshold Z Fl (4) Y 10s; 51°52’·20N 01°33’·14E. NE Whiting v Q (3) 10s; 52°03’·61N 01°33’·32E.
S Shipwash tt 2 By(s) Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 51°52’·71N 01°33’·97E.
Outer Tidal Bn ê Mo (U) 15s 2m 3M; 51°52’·85N 01°32’·34E. ORFORD NESS TO WINTERTON
E Fort Massac v VQ (3) 5s; 51°53’·36N 01°32’·79E.
W Fort Massac r VQ (9) 10s; 51°53’·36N 01°32’·49E. (Direction of buoyage is South to North)
Walker r Q (9)15s; 51°53’·79N 01°33’·90E. Orford Ness Lt Ho (dis) 52°05’·04N 01°34’·45E; W | twr, R bands.
N Threshold Z Fl Y 5s; 51°54’·49N 01°33’·47E. Aldeburgh Ridge 4 QR; 52°06’·49N 01°36’·95E.
SW Shipwash Z Fl Y 2·5s; 51°54’·75N 01°34’·21E. SOUTHWOLD
Haven ` Mo (A) 5s; 51°55’·76N 01°32’·56E. Southwold £ 52°19’·63N 01°40’·89E; Fl 10s 37m W24M; vis
W Shipwash 0 Fl (2) R 10s; 51°57’·13N 01°35’·89E. 204°-W-032·5°, 992351019.
NW Shipwash 0 Fl R 5s; 51°58’·98N 01°37’·01E.
Harwich App (HA) ` Iso 5s; 51°56’·75N 01°30’·66E. LOWESTOFT and APPR VIA STANFORD CHANNEL
Cross Z Fl (3) Y 10s; 51°56’·23N 01°30’·48E. E Barnard v Q (3) 10s; 52°25’·14N 01°46’·38E.
Harwich Chan No 1 8 Fl Y 2·5s; Racon (T) 10M; 51°56’·13N Newcome Sand \ QR; 52°26’·33N 01°47’·16E.
01°27’·06E. S Holm t VQ (6) + L Fl 10s; 52°26’·63N 01°47’·11E.
Harwich Chan No 3 8 Fl (3) Y 10s; 51°56’·04N 01°25’·54E. Stanford 0 Fl R 2·5s; 52°27’·35N 01°46’·67E.
Harwich Chan No 5 8 Fl (5) Y 10s; 51°55’·96N 01°24’·01E. SW Holm : Fl (2) G 5s; 52°27’·87N 01°46’·99E.
Harwich Chan No 7 8 Fl (3) Y 10s; 51°55’·87N 01°22’·49E. Kirkley ° Dir WRG 17m 10M, vis: 222°-OcG 10s -225°-FlG 2·5s-
S Bawdsey t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; Whis; 51°57’·23N 01°30’·19E. 226°-FlW 2·5s-227°-OcW 10s-229°-FlW 2·5s-230°-FlR 2·5s-231°-OcR
Washington : QG; 51°56’·52N 01°26’·59E. 10s-232°; 52°27’·71N 01°44’·54E.
Felixstowe Ledge : Fl (3) G 10s; 51°56’·30N 01°23’·72E. Outer Hbr S Pier Hd ° Oc R 5s 12m 6M; Horn (4) 60s; tfc sigs;
Wadgate Ledge á Fl (4) G 15s; 51°56’·16N 01°21’·99E. 52°28’·29N 01°45’·36E.
Platters t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 51°55’·64N 01°20’·97E. N Newcome 0 Fl (4) R 15s; 52°28’·39N 01°46’·37E.
Rolling Ground : QG; 51°55’·55N 01°19’·75E. Lowestoft £ 52°29’·22N 01°45’·35; Fl 15s 37m 23M; W twr;
Beach End : Fl (2) G 5s; 51°55’·62N 01°19’·21E. part obscd 347°- shore.
Cork Sand Yacht Bn z VQ 2M; 51°55’·21N 01°25’·20E.
Rough p VQ; 51°55’·19N 01°31’·00E. LOWESTOFT NORTH ROAD and CORTON ROAD
Pitching Ground 0 Fl (4) R 15s; 51°55’·43N 01°21’·05E. Lowestoft Ness SE t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 52°28’·84N 01°46’·25E.
Inner Ridge 0 QR; 51°55’·38N 01°20’·20E. Lowestoft Ness N v VQ (3) 5s; Bell; 52°28’·89N 01°46’·23E.
Deane 0 L Fl R 6s; 51°55’·36N 01°19’·28E. W Holm : Fl (3) G 10s; 52°29’·50N 01°46’·99E.
Landguard p Q; 51°55’·45N 01°18’·84E. NW Holm : Fl (4) G 15s; 52°30’·75N 01°46’·46E.
RIVERS STOUR AND ORWELL GREAT YARMOUTH APPROACH via HOLM CHANNEL
RIVER STOUR and HARWICH E Newcome 0 Fl (2) R 5s; 52°28’·51N 01°49’·21E.
Shotley Spit t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; 51°57’·21N 01°17’·69E. Holm Approach v Q (3) 10s; 52°30’·88N 01°50’·22E.
Shotley Marina Lock E side Dir lt 339·5° 3m 1M (uses Moiré Holm Sand r Q (9) 15s; 52°33’·28N 01°46’·62E.
pattern); Or structure; 51°57’·46N 01°16’·60E. S Corton t Q (6) + L Fl 15s; Bell; 52°33’·37N 01°48’·41E.
Guard 0 Fl R 5s; Bell; 51°57’·07N 01°17’·86E. NE Holm 0 Fl R 2·5s; 52°33’·16N 01°48’·10E.
Mid Corton : Fl G 2·5s; 52°33’·61N 01°47’·98E.
RIVER ORWELL and IPSWICH N Holm p Q 52°33’·73N 01°47’·29E.
Suffolk Yacht Harbour. Ldg lts Front Iso Y 1M; 51°59’·73N
W Corton : Fl (3) G 10s; 52°34’·12N 01°47’·50E.
01°16’·09E. Rear Oc Y 4s 1M.
GREAT YARMOUTH and GORLESTON
HARWICH TO ORFORD NESS Gorleston South Pier Hd ° Fl R 3s 11m 11M; vis: 235°-340°;
FELIXSTOWE, R DEBEN and WOODBRIDGE HAVEN 52°34’·33N 01°44’·28E.
Woodbridge Haven , Mo(A)15s; 51°57’·99N 01°23’·63E. N Pier Hd ° QG 8m 6M; vis: 176°-078°; Horn(3) 60s; 52°34’·38N
Deben 3 ; 51°59’·30N 01°23’·53E. 01°44’·38E.
RIVERS ORE and ALDE Outer Hbr S Pier ° Q R 17m 3M; 52°34’·61N 01°44’·73E.
Orford Haven , L Fl 10s; Bell. 52°02’·00N 01°28’·20E. Outer Hbr N Pier ° Q G 17m 3M; 52°34’·70N 01°44’·74E.
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9.4.5 PASSAGE INFORMATION Channel, Fisherman’s or Foulger’s Gat or (keeping clear of

the turbines in the London Array), with a favourable S-going
See 9.0.7 for distances across the North Sea. Admiralty
stream just starting off North Foreland.
Leisure Folios: 5606 Thames Estuary from Ramsgate to
Tower Bridge, London; 5607 Northern Thames Estuary to From the NE follow Goldmer Gat and the Wallet (for Rivers
Orford Ness; 5614 Orford Ness to Whitby. Bibliography: Colne/Blackwater) or King’s Channel and Whittaker Channel
East Coast Rivers (Fernhurst/Harber); East Coast Pilot (Imray/ for the River Crouch.
Jarman,Holness,Cooper); Dover Strait Pilot (Admiralty NP28) London VTS has radar coverage from Greenwich to a line
and North Sea (West) Pilot (Admiralty NP54); North Sea between the Naze and Margate. Keep a listening watch on
Passage Pilot (Imray/Navin). VHF Ch 69 to monitor shipping activity. If really necessary,
THE THAMES ESTUARY London VTS may be able to give navigational help to yachts.
(AC 1183, 1975, 1607, 1606, 1609) The sandbanks shift NORTH FORELAND TO LONDON BRIDGE
constantly in the Thames Estuary; charted depths cannot North Foreland lt ho is conspic (AC 1828), with buoys
be relied upon, and an accurate echo sounder is vital. Up offshore.
to date charts showing the latest buoyage changes and a
z From HW Dover –0120 to +0045 the stream runs N from
detailed tidal stream atlas are essential. The commercial deep
The Downs and W into Thames Estuary. From HWD + 0045
water route from the Sunk Inner precautionary area to the
to + 0440 the N-going stream from The Downs meets the
Yantlet runs through Black Deep and Knock John Channel.
E-going stream from Thames Estuary, which in strong winds
It is well marked, as are Barrow Deep, Princes Channel and
causes a bad sea. From HWD –0450 to –0120 the streams turn
Fisherman’s Gat. The lesser channels and swatchways, which
W into Thames Estuary and S towards The Downs. If bound
are convenient for yachtsmen, particularly when crossing
for London, round N Foreland against the late ebb in order
the estuary, are mainly unmarked and unlit. They should be
to carry a fair tide from Sheerness onward. y
used with great caution. Good visibility is needed to pick
out buoys and marks, and to avoid shipping. Care should be The most direct route from North Foreland to the Thames
exercised when plotting electronic waypoints. Many former and Medway is via South, Gore and Copperas Channels, then
navigation marks and towers have been removed or allowed Overland Passage, Four Fathoms Channel and The Cant.
to disintegrate. Those that are still standing may be in very Minimum depth is about 2m but may be significantly less
shallow water. off Reculver and leaving Copperas Channel. It is not well
Newcomers to the estuary are advised to choose a period marked. Beware of Kentish Flats wind farm (30 turbines)
of neap tides when minimum depths are greater and tidal with submarine cables to Herne Bay. An alternative, deeper
streams weaker. If a crossing at springs is unavoidable, keep route is east of Margate Sand and the Tongue, via the Princes
in deep water even if that involves a longer passage. Channel to the Oaze Deep. The N and S Edinburgh Channels
are unmarked but navigable with caution.
Wind strength and direction needs careful consideration for
each of the course changes during a typical crossing to avoid z W-going streams begin at approx HW Sheerness –0600 and
becoming trapped between shoals, downwind and downstream E-going at HW Sheerness +0030. y
of safe water. Margate or Whitstable afford little shelter for yachts. The
z Study the tides so as to work the streams to best advantage Swale provides an interesting inside route S of the Isle of
and to ensure sufficient depth at the times and places where Sheppey with access to Sheerness and the R Medway. If
you expect to be, or might be later. In principle it is best to sailing from N Foreland to the Thames, Queenborough offers
make most of the crossing on a rising tide. However, a typical the first easily accessible, all-tide, deep-water shelter. In the
passage from N Foreland to the Blackwater will take 7–9hrs, east part of The Swale, Harty Ferry provides a sheltered x,
so some adverse stream is almost inevitable. The stream at but not in strong winds from N or E. The Medway Channel is
springs runs at 3kn in places, mostly along the channels but the main approach to Sheerness from The Warp.
sometimes across the intervening banks. A short, steep sea SHOEBURYNESS TO RIVER COLNE
E England
may be raised with the wind against tide. y
(Charts 1185, 1975) Maplin and Foulness Sands extend nearly
CROSSING THE THAMES ESTUARY 6M NE from Foulness Pt, the extremity marked by Whitaker
(AC 1183, 1975, 1607, 1606, 1609) Crossing the Thames Estuary bn. On the N side of Whitaker channel leading to the R
(Imray) gives 32 suggested routes. Making N from N Foreland Crouch and R Roach lies Buxey Sand. Inshore of this Ray Sand
to Orford Ness or beyond it may be better to keep to seaward channel (dries), may be a convenient short cut between the
of the main banks, via Kentish Knock and Long Sand Head Rivers Crouch and Blackwater with sufficient rise of tide.
buoys, thence to N Shipwash lt buoy, 14M further N. To seaward of Buxey Sand and the Spitway, Gunfleet Sand
Bound NW from North Foreland it is approximately 35M extends 10M NE. It is marked by buoys and dries in places.
to the mouths of the Rivers Crouch, Blackwater or Colne. Gunfleet Sands Wind Farm, lies along the shoal between
One route is through the Princes Channel, thence N of the Swin Spitway and Gunfleet Old Lt Ho. 50 turbines are marked
Oaze Deep precautionary area and S of the Knob and West by Fl Y lts and R Aero obstn lts, the northernmost sounds a
Barrow banks to the West Swin, before turning NE into horn every 10s in fog.
Middle Deep and the East Swin. The Wallet Spitway then z A conspic disused lt tr stands on SE side of Gunfleet Sand,
leads NW to the Colne and Blackwater. Many routes may about 6M SSE of the Naze tr, and here the SW-going (flood)
be followed, depending on wind direction, tidal conditions stream begins about HW Sheerness + 0600, and the NE-going
and confidence in electronic aids in the absence of marks. stream at about HW Sheerness – 0030, Sp rates 2kn. y
Passage over Sunk Sand and Knock John bank is best avoided, The Rivers Blackwater and Colne share a common estuary
particularly in winds >F5. which is approached from the NE from NE Gunfleet lit buoy;
Southbound from the Colne or Blackwater, leave 1–2hrs thence along Goldmer Gat and the Wallet towards Knoll and
before HW and make best speed to skirt or cross the shoals Eagle lt buoys. For the Colne turn NNW via Colne Bar buoy
while there is sufficient depth of water. The latter part of towards Inner Bench Hd buoy keeping in mid-chan.
the passage will be in generally deeper water of Edinburgh Continued overleaf
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Passage Information
For R Blackwater, head WNW for NW Knoll and Bench Hd z Lowestoft is best approached from both S and E by the
buoys. From the S or SE, make for the Whitaker ECM buoy, buoyed/lit Stanford chan, passing E of Newcome Sand and
thence through the Spitway, via Swin Spitway and Wallet SW of Holm Sand; beware possible strong set across harbour
Spitway buoys to reach Knoll buoy and deeper water. entrance. y
HARWICH From the N, approach through Cockle Gatway, Caister
Road, Yarmouth Road, passing Great Yarmouth (beware
(Chart AC 1975, 1593) 4M SW of the Naze twr at Hollands of prohibited area N of harbour entrance); then proceed
Haven a conspic radar twr (67m, unlit) is an excellent daymark. S through Gorleston, Corton and Lowestoft North Roads
From the S, approach Walton and Harwich via the Medusa (buoyed).
chan about 1M E of the twr. Beware pot buoys and drift nets
off the Naze. At the N end of this chan, 1M off Dovercourt, z 1M E of hbr ent, the S-going stream begins at HW Dover
Pye End buoy marks chan SSW to Walton Backwaters. Harwich –0600, and the N-going at HW Dover, Sp rates 2·6kn. y
and Landguard Pt are close to the N. Making Harwich from Scroby Sands Wind Farm consists of 30 turbines centred on
the SE beware the drying Cork Sand, which lies N/S. 52°39’·00N 01°47’·00E. Each turbine is 61m high, with 80m
Sunk Inner SWM buoy, 11M E of The Naze, marks the diameter blades and clearance height of 18m and six of the
outer apps to Harwich, an extensive and well sheltered hbr perimeter ones are lit. Vessels are to keep clear of turbines.
accessible at all times (chart AC 2693). In the approaches to Great Yarmouth from seaward the banks
are continually changing; use the buoyed chans which, from
• Harwich, Felixstowe Docks and Ipswich are referred to N and S, are those described in the preceding paragraph. But
collectively as the Haven Ports. from the E the shortest approach is via Corton ECM lt buoy
• Small craft should give plenty of sea room to shipping and the Holm Channel leading into Gorleston Road.
manoeuvring to board/disembark Pilots in the Sunk Inner
Precautionary Area, see Thames Estuary chartlet. z The sea often breaks on North Scroby, Middle Scroby and
• Harwich Deep Water chan runs N from 1·5M NNW of Caister Shoal (all of which dry), and there are heavy tide rips
Sunk Inner between Rough and Shipwash shoals, then W over parts of Corton and South Scroby Sands, Middle and
past the Cork Sand PHM. Constantly used by commercial South Cross Sands, and Winterton Overfalls. y
shipping, small craft should use the recommended track z 1M NE of ent to Gt Yarmouth the S-going stream begins
for yachts. at HW Dover –0600, and the N-going at HW Dover – 0015,
Sp rates 2·3kn. Breydon Water (tidal) affects streams in the
Approaching from NE and 2M off the ent to R Deben, beware Haven; after heavy rain the out-going stream at Brush Quay
Cutler shoal, with least depth of 1·2m, marked by SHM buoy may exceed 5kn. y
on E side; Wadgate Ledge and the Platters are about 1·5M
ENE of Landguard Point; beware pot buoys off Cobbolds About 12M NE of Great Yarmouth lie Newarp Banks, on
Point. which the sea breaks in bad weather.
z South of Landguard Point the W-going (flood) stream CROSSING FROM THAMES/ORWELL TO BELGIUM
begins at HW Harwich + 0600, and the E-going stream at HW OR THE NETHERLANDS
Harwich, Sp rates about 1·5kn. Note: HW Harwich is never (ACs 1408, 1406, 1610, 1630, 1872, 1183) Up to date charts
more than 7 mins after HW Walton; LW times are about 10 are essential. Thanet Wind Farm is now established 6Nm
mins earlier. y ENE of N Foreland and bounded by cardinal buoys. The
HARWICH TO ORFORD NESS southern North Sea is an extremely busy area with several
large and complex Traffic Separation Schemes and associated
(Chart AC 2052) Shipwash shoal, buoyed and with a drying
Precautionary Areas which should be avoided if at all possible.
patch, runs NNE from 9M E of Felixstowe to 4M SSE of Orford
Where practicable, navigate outside the schemes using any
Ness. Inshore of this is Shipway Chan, then Bawdsey Bank,
available ITZs, and always cross a TSS on a heading at 90° to
buoyed with depths of 2m, on which the sea breaks in E’ly
the traffic flow in accordance with the Collision Regulations.
swell.
From the Thames to Zeebrugge, the most direct route crosses
The Sledway Chan lies between Bawdsey Bank and Whiting the Nord Hinder South TSS in the vicinity of F3 light float. This
Bank (buoyed) which is close SW of Orford Ness, and has is a focal point for dense crossing traffic. The very busy area
depths less than 1m. Hollesley Chan, about 1M wide, runs around West Hinder must then be negotiated. A longer but
inshore W and N of this bank. In the SW part of Hollesley B much safer route (or if bound for Dunkerque, Nieuwpoort
is the ent to Orford Haven and the R Ore/Alde. or Oostende) via S Falls, Sandettié and Dyck minimises time
z There are overfalls S of Orford Ness on both the ebb and spent in the TSS and provides the option of breaking the
flood streams. 2M E of Orford Ness the SW-going stream passage in Ramsgate.
begins at HW Harwich +0605, Sp rate 2·5kn; the NE-going From the Orwell (or adjacent rivers) to the Netherlands, it
stream begins at HW Harwich –0010, Sp rate 3kn. y may be best to pass north of the Sunk Inner and Sunk Outer
Note: The direction of local buoyage becomes S to N off TSS/Precautionary Areas before setting course for Hoek van
Orford Ness (52°05’N). Holland. From S Shipwash make for N Inner Gabbard before
setting course for NHR-S to cross the North Hinder TSS to NHR-
ORFORD NESS TO GREAT YARMOUTH
SE, then pass S of the Maas-West TSS leaving MW1, MW3 and
(Chart AC 1543) N of Orford Ness seas break on Aldeburgh MW5 buoys to port before shaping up for MV-N buoy.
Ridge (1·3m), but the coast is clear of offlying dangers past
Aldeburgh and Southwold, as far as Benacre Ness, 5M S of z Care must be taken throughout with the tidal streams,
Lowestoft. Sizewell power station (conspic) 3 bldg 1·5M N of which may be setting across the yacht’s track. y
Thorpe Ness. Keep 1·5M offshore to avoid fishing floats and The whole area is relatively shallow, and in bad weather seas
outfalls marked by lit PHMs. are steep and short. (See also Area 16.)
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9.4.6 THAMES ESTUARY

N
AY
101
W
De
R
2
ED
be
25 124
SL
21
AY
n
52°N RO
W
rwe 23
IP
ll 139
SH
105 59
Woodbridge Haven
FELIXSTOWE HARWICH VTS
VHF V.Q(3)5s
R Stour 26 56 CH 71 06 E Shipwash 23
H
AS
ich Deep 21
MANNINGTREE Harw Wa
IPW
HARWICH LANDGUARD PT t
(buoyed) SUNK VTS
er
SH
FI(3)R.10s
Ch
VHF
This chartlet is for general L.FI10s Cork Sand
R CH 14
anne
orientation. Due to scale ROUGH
Pye End SHOALS
many lights, buoys, marks CORK
l
23
Medu Channe
10
49 Roughs Tr 6
and depths have been SAND 13
omitted. 32 Q(6)+L.FI.15s 255
sa
S Shipwash
S Shipwash Duplicate FI(4)Y.10s
Keep well clear of Sunk W1
Precautionary Areas Y
THE
01 Fl(5)15s
l
NAZE Fl.G.5s Q(6)+L.FI.10s
Depth up to 10m Racon(T) Sunk Outer
G
Horn 30s Precautionary
WALTON-ON- 47 Q(3)10s Sunk Inner
Depth over 10m NE Gunfleet Area
THE-NAZE T FI.Y.2·5s FI.Y.2·5s
A
Depths in metres E RG Dynamo Sunk Inner Sunk W2 Fl(2)20s12m16M
LDM
50' Y Precautionary Racon(C)
GO12 Area
Y Sunk Centre
Fl.R.5s 4
BRIGHTLINGSEA R 69 See 9.4.2
CLACTON- Q.R 114 V.Q
Black Deep Long Sand Head
ON-SEA
RC
79 Q
Sunk Head
olne
ND
L ET SA 1 Tower
COLNE PT 56 AL
EW Gunfleet Old Lt Ho
61 TH T
EE
N FL Q(6)+LFl15s 3
GU
RB
lac Q
kw Knoll 102 15
ate 41 Wind Farm IN
r 25 SW
L.FI.10s ST
Wallet EA
Spitway 114 16
01 Obstn
Iso10s G Fl(3)G15s
Q(3)10s 61
Whitaker Long 05
ND 13 Sand 04
SA NE MIDDLE
ND
X EY1 SA KENTISH
9 26 IN
BU nel VQ(9)10s
K
han SW UN 2 3
er C Whitaker Bn ST S
itak 145
40' Wh 11 EA KNOCK
P
Iso.2s
EE
h 127 EAST MIDDLE Obstn Long Sand Outer

rouc EP
D
BARROW
RC
SUNK 27
DE
K
15 16 Q(3)10s
Foulger's
AC
FOULNESS SAND
LE 19 29 Kentish Knock
BL
DD
EP
I LONDON 206
M
DE
ry Q(9)15s
IT
BARROW ARRAY
na
SP
CK
P
Gat
EE
t io Mo(U)15s
O
N
28 au rea
D
LI
KN
12m10M 34
ec A
AP
Fl(3)R.10s Pr Fi Horn Mo(U)30s

RO
E England
M
sh
R
er Iso.5s
BA
26 m
an Long Sand Middle
OW 2 Obstn ' s Gat
Q.G W IN ARR VQ(3)5s 201
T S ST
B Iso.2s
Maplin
W ES WE Long Sand Inner
Q(3)10s 265
Edinb
117 Nnm
18 L U arke ur Q(6)+LFI15s
E d
Fl(2)5s NN S Knock
gh
A Cable area
48 CH
Ch
124
HN EL S
an
27 Wk O N Ed 49
KJ AN inb
ne
THE OC CH
KN OB Un urg
l
LONDON VTS
WARP KN ma h C VHF 19
rke ha
d nne
CH 69
167
51°30'N l Tongue
Precautionary Shivering Sand Tr 245
ZE Sand Tr
OA EP Area
DE PRINCES CHANNEL V.Q
Fl.Y.5s DW route Q.R Thanet N 275
Red Sand Tr Horn10s V.Q(3)5s
126 Racon (T)
Fl.Y.5s NE Spit
Horn10s NNEL
N S CHA FI.R2·5s
Wind Farm
Fl.Y.5s QUEE E Margate
Tr (77) Horn10s Cable area
MARGATE SAND
124
2 Fl.Y.5s5M 47 Q(3)10s
HornMo(U)30s Wind Farm Drill Stone
Four Fat
ho ms Cha
nnel
MARGATE ROAD
Q(6)LFl.15s Fl(4)Y.10s (x3)
South KF MARGATE HOOK Q(3)10s FI.R5s 159
Whitstable 6 e l
26 n
Street 17
Q.G Chan Q 129
Fl.R.2s South Elbow
Cable area Copperas Chan Q.R 59 0 1 2 3 4 5
FI(5)WR.20s NORTH FORELAND
01°E 10' 20' 01°30'E nautical miles
40'
283
Tidal streams
9.4.7 THAMES ESTUARY Due to very strong rates of tidal streams in some areas, eddies
may occur. Where possible, some indication of these is shown,
TIDAL STREAMS but in many areas there is insufficient information or eddies are
unstable.
1° 1°30’ 1° 1°30’
,12
,1 3
Harwich Harwich
HW-5 HW-4
08
08
,20 1,17
21
,21
1 7
,14
14,
14
1
11,
,13
,19
09
50’ 50’
13
09
1
14
,2
Clacton-on- Clacton-on- 3
14
Sea Sea ,2
4
9
16
,2
,1
,25
16
13
,2
Gunfleet Gunfleet
06,09 07,11
17
17
Sand 09,13 18 Sand
16 12,
11, 0
13,2
,22
4
16,2
,16
,24
14
9
1
,1
1 9
12,1
16
40’ 40’
,2
13
6
15
,1
Burnham-on- ,16 Burnham-on-

11
Crouch 10 Crouch
Long Long
8
,21
,1
11
Sand
,20 Sand
14
Maplin , 15 Maplin 13
Sands 10 Sands 3
Southend Southend ,2
12 15 ,19
,17
The 13 The
51° 08, Shingles 8,1
1 51° Shingles
09
16
0
30’
0 30’ 09,13 17
07,1
08,
04,06
6,09 09,14 11,
10,15
0 14
6
08,12 Margate 09,13 09, Margate
,1
Sheerness 05,08 Sheerness
11
Sand 06,09 Sand
0 7 9 09,14
,
05 08,12 0 06,0
07,1 Margate 09,14 Margate
2
13,2
Herne Bay Herne Bay
Ramsgate Ramsgate
5 Hours before HW Sheerness (0335 before HW Dover) 4 Hours before HW Sheerness (0235 before HW Dover)
6
9
Harwich Harwich
,0
,0
HW-3 HW-2
04
06
9
,0
7
06
,1
,18
11
0
02
,1
,09
12
,18
07
01,
,12
06
12
50’ 50’
08
4
Clacton-on- Clacton-on-
2
,1
Sea 4,2 Sea
09
5
1 14
,1
2
2
09,
,2
10
,2
Gunfleet Gunfleet
15
14
08,12 09,14
Sand 6 Sand
12
,17 11,1
,18 1 4
,16
12 ,
1
09 05,08
,1
6
,1
10
07
40’
11,1
8 11 40’
,14
Burnham-on- Burnham-on- 09
Crouch Crouch
,13
Long 5 04,06
9 ,1 Long
08
,1
Maplin 12 Sand Maplin 1 5 10 08 Sand
Southend Sands 8 Southend Sands 1 0, ,11
,1 The The
12
,18 Shingles 6 14 Shingles 10,1 5
1 09,
51° 5 51°
30’ 10 ,1 12 09,14 10,16 8, 30’
12,18 10,1 5 08,1
0
07,10 09,14 10,16 11,16 07,10 6
11,17 1 8 13,2 0
12, Margate 09,14 Margate
09,14 ,15 03,06
Sheerness 04,07 Sand 10 Sheerness
9 Sand
06,09 09,14 ,0 09,14
Margate
06 Margate
09,14 05,08
07
09,19
04,
Herne Bay Herne Bay

Ramsgate Ramsgate
3 Hours before HW Sheerness (0135 before HW Dover) 2 Hours before HW Sheerness (0035 before HW Dover)
,11
3
Harwich Harwich
03,04
HW-1 HW
2,0
07
05,07 0
,15
01,
02
,13
10
,09
08
06
,0
50’ 50’
06
Clacton-on- CK 04 Clacton-on- ,11

Sea
S LA ,06 Sea 07
,14
7
Gunfleet Gunfleet
,0
06,09 03,04
09
K ,05
05
05,07 Sand AC 05,08 03 Sand

SL
5
03,05 03,0
06,09
7
,0
7
03,04 05
,1
04
05,08 CK 03,
11
40’ 40’
Burnham-on- S LA Burnham-on-
04,06
Crouch Crouch
9
2
Long ,0 Long
5
01,0
06
,1
04,07 Sand Sand

10
Maplin 8 Maplin
05,0
Southend Sands ,11 10 Southend Sands ,02
07 07,10 ,14The ,16 02 06
07,1
The ,0
09Shingles
09
51° 07,1 51° 9

06,09 2,03 Shingles
,1
30’ 10,16 0 30’ 0

3
SLACK
7
07,10 09,13 05,07

3
08,13 02,0Margate
10,1
06,09 Margate
Sheerness 02,04 Sand Sheerness SLACK Sand
6
5
, 0 0 07,11
04 07,1
Margate Margate
02,04 03,05
Herne Bay Herne Bay
Ramsgate Ramsgate
1 Hour before HW Sheerness (0025 after HW Dover) HW Sheerness (0125 after HW Dover)
284
Due to very strong rates of tidal streams in some areas, eddies

may occur. Where possible, some indication of these is shown,
but in many areas there is insufficient information or eddies are
unstable.
1° 1°30’ 1° 1°30’
12
4
Harwich Harwich
,1
HW+1 HW+2
8,
10
15 0
8
,1
9
,1
2
9
12
,2
,1
13
4
10,
14
12
09,1
19
3
,2
50’ 50’
,
,2 13
14
4
Clacton-on- 5 Clacton-on- ,2
7,2 16
9
Sea Sea
,2
1 5
,2
19
17
,1
Gunfleet Gunfleet 17
12
10,15
,17 Sand 11,17 20 Sand
10,15
12 14,
19
,15 1 ,
3
9
1
0
,1
,2
1 ,1
5 0 ,19
12
13
40’ 15 10 40’ 13,2 13
Burnham-on- 10, Burnham-on-
Crouch Crouch
,21
,19
9 Long Long
8
2 ,1 14
,1
,1 13 9
13
Sand Sand
12
08 ,1
Maplin Maplin 13
7 11,1
1
Sands ,11 Sands ,2

,1
Southend Southend 7
18
07
07 0 ,20 ,1
6
The 07,1
5 4 3 The
1 09
08,1
51°
03 ,05 Shingles 7
51° 09 , 1 Shingles
30’
03,04
08
05,0 ,13 05,0 30’
08,11 11,17 11,1
7
04,06
07,11
7 10,16
,10 , 18 12
06,12 06 Margate 12,18 1 Margate 08,
2
Sheerness 07,13 Sand Sheerness 09,14 Sand
06,09 3
07,1 ,14 08,12 12,18
06,12 09 10,15 Margate
14,26
Margate
,1 8
Herne Bay Herne Bay
11
Ramsgate Ramsgate
1 Hour after HW Sheerness (0225 after HW Dover) 2 Hours after HW Sheerness (0325 after HW Dover)
5
,0
9
Harwich Harwich
,0
HW+3 HW+4 03
06
,12
6
,0
08
04
1
,1
3
8
,1
0
02,0
07
07,1
12
,18
2
,1
50’ 50’
08
12
Clacton-on- , 19 Clacton-on- ,14

Sea 13 Sea 09
3
5
,2
2 0,1
4
2
,1
16
Gunfleet 5, Gunfleet1
09
10,15 1 04,06
09,13 16 05,08 11
11,
Sand 07, Sand
11
11,
1 7 07, 2
6
4
17 ,1
,0
,1
, 4
9,1 08
04
12
09
40’ 1 8 40’ 0
Burnham-on- 11, Burnham-on-
Crouch Crouch
Long Long
,18 ,14
6
,13
12 5 09
,0
Sand ,1 Sand
19
04
09
Maplin 13, Maplin 10

Sands 26
, Sands
7
17 13,2 12,
,1
Southend Southend
19 0 19
11
17 12, The
09,
14 The
51° 11 , Shingles 11,17 8,1
4 51° 09,14 Shingles 09,14 4
30’
14,21
0 30’ 12,18 08,1
12,18 16,24 08,11 09,14 12,19 04,06
1
14,2 Margate 06,09 11,16Margate10,1
,09 10,15 ,0
5 5
Sheerness 06 Sheerness
Sand 03 Sand
07
07,
10 10,15 05, 07,11
Margate Margate
09,14 06,09
05,08
Herne Bay ,06 Herne Bay
E England
Ramsgate 03 Ramsgate
3 Hours after HW Sheerness (0425 after HW Dover) 4 Hours after HW Sheerness (0525 after HW Dover)
,08
Harwich Harwich 06
HW+5 HW+6
0
,1
, 04
06
03
8
,0
,0
05
05
8
,0
,05
05
50’ 50’
Clacton-on- 04 Clacton-on-
Sea 0 4,06 Sea
,05
04 03
,10
04,07 03, K
Gunfleet C Gunfleet
07
03,04 7 SLA
03,05 05,0 Sand Sand
,12
06 ,05 CK
,11
04,
,05
03 SLA
08
07
03
40’ 6 40’
0
Burnham-on- 05, SLACK Burnham-on-
Crouch Crouch
,03
07,11
0 7 Long Long
04, SLACK 02
,09 Sand Sand
Maplin 06 Maplin
Sands 2 Sands
Southend ,1 08,1 Southend
08 2
05,09
9 The The
51° 6,09 06,0 Shingles
06,0
8 51° Shingles
30’
0 06,09 05 30’ SLACK
06,08 07,10 ,10 SLACK
08
,0 9
06 Margate 90
5 Margate
,12
Sheerness 02, 03 03,0 ,14 Sheerness

Sand Sand
3 7 SLACK
02,0 0 4,06 05,0
Margate Margate
15,26
12,20
Herne Bay Herne Bay

Ramsgate Ramsgate
5 Hours after HW Sheerness (0600 before HW Dover) 6 Hours after HW Sheerness (0500 before HW Dover)
285
Margate tides
H.W.Hts.m.
0 1 2 3 4 5
MARGA TE
M.H.W.N.
M.H.W.S.
0.9 MEAN SPRING
AND NEAP CURVES
0.8
MEAN RANGES
0.7 Springs 4.3m
Neaps 2.5m
0.6
CHART DATUM
Factor
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
M.L.W.N.
M.L.W.S.
0.1
0 1 2 3 L.W. -5h -4h -3h -2h -1h H.W. +1h +2h +3h +4h +5h L.W.
L.W.Hts.m.
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STANDARD TIME (UT) MARGATE LAT 51°23’N LONG 1°23’E Dates in red are SPRINGS
GI: Tide tables: YEAR 2023

1 0058
0708
SU 1346
1.4
4.2
0.9
16 0538 4.1
1217 1.1
M 1822 4.0
1 0232
0842
W 1502
1.4
4.0
1.4
16 0125
0731
TH 1413
1.4
4.0
1.3
1 0025
0644
W 1307
1.5
3.8
1.6
16 0544 4.0
1215 1.4
TH 1831 3.7
1 0244
0902
SA 1515
1.4
3.8
1.6
16 0241
0858
SU 1506
0.9
4.2
1.2
2003 4.2 2127 4.0 2031 3.9 1937 3.7 2121 3.9 2116 4.1
2 0206
0811
M 1444
1.4
4.2
1.0
17 0037
0642
TU 1327
1.5
4.1
1.1
2 0345
0953
TH 1604
1.3
4.0
1.3
17 0258
0907
F 1531
1.3
4.1
1.2
2 0155
0813
TH 1431
1.5
3.7
1.6
17 0111
0727
F 1400
1.4
3.9
1.4
2 0351
1002
SU 1610
1.1
4.0
1.4
17 0352
1005
M 1604
0.6
4.5
1.0
2103 4.2 1937 4.0 2225 4.1 2148 4.1 2054 3.8 2017 3.8 2214 4.1 2215 4.4
3 0307
0913
TU 1536
1.3
4.2
1.1
18 0202
0801
W 1440
1.4
4.1
1.1
3 0449
1051
F 1657
1.1
4.2
1.2
18 0415
1024
SA 1637
1.0
4.4
1.0
3 0323
0935
F 1546
1.4
3.9
1.5
18 0250
0905
SA 1522
1.2
4.1
1.2
3 0437
1046
M 1650
0.9
4.2
1.2
18 0447
1057
TU 1652
0.4
4.6
0.9
2158 4.2 2057 4.1 2311 4.3 2251 4.4 2200 4.0 2136 4.1 2256 4.3 2303 4.6
4 0405
1011
W 1624
1.2
4.3
1.1
19 0318
0919
TH 1545
1.2
4.2
1.0
4 0536
1136
SA 1738
0.9
4.3
1.2
19 0521
1125
SU 1732
0.7
4.6
0.9
4 0430
1035
SA 1642
1.1
4.1
1.3
19 0409
1020
SU 1626
0.8
4.4
1.0
4 0514
1122
TU 1724
0.7
4.3
1.0
19 0532
1142
W 1734
0.3
4.7
0.8
2245 4.3 2202 4.3 2349 4.4 2343 4.6 2251 4.2 2239 4.4 2330 4.4 2345 4.8
5 0457
1100
TH 1707
1.0
4.3
1.1
20 0423
1027
F 1644
1.0
4.4
0.9
5 0614 0.8
1212 4.4
SU 1812 1.1
20 0615 0.4
1218 4.8
M 1821 0.8
5 0516
1120
SU 1721
0.9
4.2
1.2
20 0509
1117
M 1716
0.5
4.6
0.9
5 0546
1152
W 1755
0.6
4.4
0.9
20 0611 0.3
1221 4.7
TH 1815 0.7
2324 4.4 2259 4.4 9 4 2330 4.3 2329 4.6 4
6 0544 0.9
1143 4.4
F 1747 1.1
21 0524 0.8
1127 4.6
SA 1739 0.8
6 0020
0647
M 1244
4.5
0.7
4.4
21 0030
0704
TU 1306
4.7
0.3
4.9
6 0551 0.7
1155 4.3
M 1753 1.1
21 0558 0.3
1204 4.8
TU 1800 0.8
6 0001
0617
TH 1221
4.5
0.5
4.5
21 0023
0646
F 1257
4.9
0.3
4.7
9 2359 4.5 4 2350 4.6 1842 1.0 1905 0.7 4 9 1827 0.8 1857 0.6
7 0625 0.8
1221 4.4
SA 1823 1.0
22 0621 0.6
1222 4.8
SU 1831 0.8
7 0052
0717
TU 1315
4.5
0.6
4.5
22 0115
0748
W 1352
4.9
0.2
4.9
7 0002 4.5
0622 0.6
TU 1224 4.4
22 0012
0642
W 1247
4.8
0.2
4.8
7 0033
0647
F 1253
4.6
0.5
4.5
22 0102
0719
SA 1331
4.9
0.4
4.6
1912 1.0 1947 0.7 9 1823 1.0 1842 0.7 1900 0.8 1937 0.6
8 0031
0702
SU 1256
4.5
0.7
4.5
23 0038
0714
M 1314
4.7
0.4
4.9
8 0125
0746
W 1349
4.6
0.6
4.5
23 0157
0828
TH 1435
4.9
0.2
4.8
8 0032
0651
W 1252
4.5
0.6
4.5
23 0052
0721
TH 1328
4.9
0.2
4.8
8 0106
0717
SA 1327
4.7
0.5
4.6
23 0141
0751
SU 1403
4.8
0.5
4.5
1856 1.0 1919 0.8 1944 0.9 2026 0.7 1852 0.9 1922 0.6 1933 0.8 2015 0.7
9 0105
0735
M 1332
4.5
0.7
4.5
24 0126
0804
TU 1405
4.8
0.3
4.9
9 0200
0817
TH 1423
4.6
0.6
4.5
24 0237
0905
F 1514
4.9
0.3
4.6
9 0103
0719
TH 1324
4.6
0.5
4.5
24 0131
0756
F 1406
5.0
0.3
4.7
9 0139
0748
SU 1359
4.7
0.5
4.5
24 0219
0822
M 1434
4.7
0.7
4.4
1928 1.0 2004 0.8 2017 0.9 2103 0.8 1923 0.8 2001 0.7 2007 0.8 2050 0.8
10 0141
0806
TU 1408
4.5
0.7
4.4
25 0213
0851
W 1454
4.8
0.3
4.8
10 0232
0848
F 1456
4.5
0.6
4.4
25 0314
0937
SA 1549
4.8
0.5
4.4
10 0136
0749
F 1357
4.7
0.5
4.5
25 0209
0827
SA 1439
4.9
0.4
4.6
10 0211
0820
M 1430
4.6
0.6
4.4
25 0256
0853
TU 1507
4.5
1.0
4.2
2000 1.0 2047 0.9 2050 1.0 2140 0.9 1955 0.8 2037 0.7 2042 0.8 2124 0.9
E England
11 0217
0839
W 1445
4.5
0.7
4.4
26 0258
0935
TH 1541
4.8
0.3
4.7
11 0302
0920
SA 1527
4.5
0.7
4.3
26 0351
1010
SU 1623
4.6
0.7
4.2
11 0207
0818
SA 1428
4.6
0.5
4.4
26 0245
0856
SU 1508
4.8
0.6
4.4
11 0245
0855
TU 1506
4.5
0.8
4.3
26 0335
0928
W 1546
4.2
1.2
4.1
2035 1.1 2129 1.0 2123 1.1 2220 1.1 2027 0.9 2112 0.8 2123 0.9 2205 1.1
12 0252
0914
TH 1521
4.4
0.7
4.3
27 0342
1018
F 1627
4.7
0.5
4.5
12 0331
0953
SU 1559
4.4
0.8
4.2
27 0433
1050
M 1705
4.4
1.0
4.0
12 0235
0848
SU 1455
4.6
0.6
4.3
27 0321
0926
M 1539
4.6
0.8
4.2
12 0330
0940
W 1554
4.4
1.0
4.1
27 0420
1015
TH 1634
4.0
1.5
3.8
2113 1.2 2212 1.1 2200 1.2 5 2310 1.3 2059 0.9 2148 1.0 2215 1.0 5 2303 1.3
13 0326
0951
F 1558
4.3
0.8
4.2
28 0426
1101
SA 1715
4.6
0.7
4.3
13 0408
1031
M 1641
4.3
0.9
4.1
28 0527 4.1
1146 1.3
TU 1811 3.7
13 0302
0918
M 1525
4.5
0.7
4.2
28 0400
1002
TU 1618
4.3
1.1
4.0
13 0430
1041
TH 1658
4.2
1.2
3.9
28 0519 3.7
1120 1.7
F 1740 3.6
2152 1.3 5 2300 1.2 8 2246 1.3 2135 1.0 2233 1.2 8 2330 1.2
14 0403
1032
SA 1637
4.3
0.9
4.1
29 0517 4.4
1150 0.9
SU 1811 4.0
14 0458
1122
TU 1736
4.2
1.1
4.0
14 0340
0956
TU 1608
4.4
0.9
4.1
29 0448
1053
W 1711
4.0
1.5
3.7
14 0549
1210
F 1827
4.0
1.4
3.8
29 0025
0648
SA 1254
1.4
3.6
1.8
2236 1.4 2350 1.4 2221 1.1 5 2339 1.4 1919 3.6
15 0446
1119
SU 1724
4.2
1.0
4.0
30 0000
0618
M 1250
1.4
4.2
1.1
15 0602 4.1
1240 1.2
W 1851 3.8
15 0432
1050
W 1707
4.2
1.1
3.9
30 0558 3.7
1212 1.7
TH 1842 3.6
15 0111
0729
SA 1350
1.2
4.0
1.4
30 0152
0812
SU 1425
1.3
3.7
1.6
8 2330 1.4 1914 3.9 8 2328 1.3 2001 3.9 2030 3.8
31 0116
0729
TU 1356
1.5
4.0
1.3
31 0114
0739
F 1355
1.5
3.6
1.8
2021 3.9 2013 3.6

Margate tides
For Summer Time add ONE TIMES AND HEIGHTS OF HIGH AND LOW WATERS
YEAR 2023

1 0258
0911
M 1523
1.1
3.9
1.4
16 0324
0937
TU 1536
0.6
4.4
1.0
1 0343
0951
TH 1606
0.8
4.2
1.1
16 0427
1046
F 1648
0.8
4.4
0.9
1 0351
1003
SA 1623
0.9
4.3
1.1
16 0452
1111
SU 1729
1.1
4.3
0.9
1 0519
1130
TU 1801
0.9
4.5
0.7
16 0002 4.4
0602 1.1
W 1211 4.5
2125 4.0 2143 4.4 2206 4.3 2254 4.5 2221 4.4 2330 4.4 9 4 1836 0.7
2 0347
0958
TU 1608
0.9
4.1
1.2
17 0416
1029
W 1624
0.5
4.5
0.9
2 0426
1035
F 1651
0.7
4.3
1.0
17 0508
1127
SA 1736
0.8
4.4
0.8
2 0441
1053
SU 1716
0.8
4.4
0.9
17 0535 1.1
1150 4.4
M 1814 0.8
2 0000
0611
W 1218
4.7
0.8
4.7
17 0034
0632
TH 1241
4.5
1.1
4.6
2210 4.2 2233 4.6 2250 4.5 2339 4.5 2314 4.5 4 1853 0.5 1907 0.7
3 0429
1037
W 1646
0.7
4.3
1.0
18 0500
1113
TH 1708
0.5
4.5
0.8
3 0507
1117
SA 1735
0.7
4.4
0.9
18 0547 0.8
1203 4.4
SU 1821 0.7
3 0530 0.8
1141 4.5
M 1808 0.7
18 0011
0614
TU 1224
4.4
1.0
4.5
3 0053
0658
TH 1306
4.9
0.8
4.8
18 0104
0703
F 1312
4.5
1.0
4.6
2249 4.4 2316 4.7 2333 4.6 4 9 1854 0.7 1942 0.3 1936 0.6
4 0506
1112
TH 1723
0.6
4.4
0.9
19 0537 0.5
1151 4.5
F 1752 0.7
4 0548 0.7
1158 4.5
SU 1818 0.8
19 0020
0626
M 1238
4.6
0.9
4.5
4 0006
0618
TU 1228
4.7
0.8
4.6
19 0048
0648
W 1258
4.4
1.0
4.5
4 0143
0743
F 1353
4.9
0.8
4.9
19 0135
0733
SA 1346
4.5
1.0
4.6
2325 4.5 4 2357 4.7 9 1904 0.7 1859 0.6 1929 0.7 2028 0.3 2005 0.6
5 0541 0.6
1147 4.5
F 1759 0.8
20 0612 0.6
1226 4.6
SA 1835 0.6
5 0017
0629
M 1240
4.7
0.7
4.5
20 0101
0703
TU 1314
4.5
0.9
4.5
5 0058
0706
W 1316
4.8
0.8
4.6
20 0124
0721
TH 1333
4.4
1.0
4.5
5 0232
0827
SA 1439
4.9
0.8
4.9
20 0208
0805
SU 1420
4.5
1.0
4.6
9 1903 0.7 1943 0.7 1950 0.5 2001 0.7 2113 0.3 2035 0.7
6 0000
0615
SA 1222
4.6
0.6
4.5
21 0037
0648
SU 1300
4.7
0.6
4.5
6 0104
0711
TU 1325
4.7
0.7
4.6
21 0140
0737
W 1351
4.5
1.0
4.4
6 0151
0753
TH 1405
4.8
0.8
4.7
21 0200
0754
F 1409
4.4
1.0
4.5
6 0319
0909
SU 1522
4.8
0.9
4.9
21 0241
0837
M 1451
4.4
1.0
4.5
1837 0.8 1918 0.6 1949 0.6 2019 0.7 2040 0.4 2033 0.7 2155 0.4 2105 0.8
7 0038
0648
SU 1259
4.7
0.6
4.6
22 0118
0723
M 1334
4.7
0.7
4.5
7 0154
0756
W 1411
4.7
0.8
4.5
22 0219
0811
TH 1428
4.4
1.1
4.4
7 0244
0841
F 1454
4.8
0.8
4.7
22 0235
0828
SA 1445
4.4
1.0
4.5
7 0404
0952
M 1604
4.6
1.0
4.8
22 0312
0909
TU 1520
4.3
1.1
4.4
1914 0.7 1957 0.7 2038 0.6 2053 0.8 2130 0.4 2105 0.7 2237 0.6 2135 0.9
8 0117
0724
M 1337
4.7
0.6
4.5
23 0158
0756
TU 1409
4.5
0.9
4.4
8 0246
0844
TH 1500
4.6
0.9
4.5
23 0257
0847
F 1506
4.3
1.1
4.3
8 0336
0929
SA 1542
4.7
0.9
4.7
23 0311
0903
SU 1520
4.3
1.1
4.4
8 0449
1036
TU 1650
4.4
1.1
4.6
23 0342
0942
W 1552
4.2
1.2
4.4
1953 0.7 2033 0.8 2131 0.6 2129 0.8 2222 0.4 2140 0.8 8 2322 0.8 2208 1.0
9 0158
0802
TU 1417
4.6
0.7
4.4
24 0236
0829
W 1445
4.4
1.0
4.3
9 0341
0937
F 1552
4.5
1.0
4.4
24 0336
0926
SA 1545
4.2
1.2
4.2
9 0429
1019
SU 1633
4.6
1.0
4.6
24 0346
0940
M 1554
4.2
1.2
4.3
9 0539
1131
W 1745
4.2
1.3
4.4
24 0418
1023
TH 1636
4.1
1.3
4.2
2035 0.7 2107 0.9 2230 0.6 2210 0.9 2315 0.5 2216 0.9 5 2253 1.2
10 0244
0845
W 1502
4.5
0.8
4.3
25 0315
0905
TH 1524
4.2
1.2
4.2
10 0440
1037
SA 1651
4.4
1.1
4.3
25 0417
1010
SU 1626
4.0
1.3
4.1
10 0525 4.4
1114 1.1
M 1728 4.5
25 0422
1019
TU 1632
4.1
1.3
4.2
10 0018
0641
TH 1241
1.1
4.0
1.4
25 0508 4.0
1120 1.5
F 1735 4.1
2123 0.8 2147 1.0 8 2336 0.6 2256 1.0 8 5 2258 1.0 1855 4.2
11 0337
0937
TH 1554
4.4
1.0
4.2
26 0358
0948
F 1607
4.0
1.4
4.0
11 0548 4.3
1145 1.2
SU 1758 4.3
26 0502
1100
M 1712
3.9
1.4
4.0
11 0010
0625
TU 1216
0.6
4.3
1.2
26 0504
1106
W 1718
4.0
1.4
4.2
11 0127
0750
F 1400
1.3
3.9
1.4
26 0003
0617
SA 1250
1.4
3.8
1.5
2223 0.9 2236 1.1 5 2349 1.0 1829 4.4 2349 1.1 2011 4.0 1856 4.0
12 0439
1042
F 1657
4.2
1.3
4.0
27 0447
1042
SA 1659
3.8
1.5
3.9
12 0045
0658
M 1258
0.6
4.3
1.3
27 0553 3.9
1158 1.5
TU 1807 4.0
12 0110
0726
W 1325
0.8
4.2
1.3
27 0555 3.9
1207 1.5
TH 1814 4.1
12 0238
0901
SA 1520
1.4
4.0
1.3
27 0142
0757
SU 1431
1.4
3.8
1.4
8 2340 0.9 5 2337 1.2 1907 4.3 1932 4.3 2130 4.1 2035 4.1
13 0555 4.1
1204 1.4
SA 1818 4.0
28 0548 3.7
1147 1.6
SU 1804 3.8
13 0151
0804
TU 1405
0.6
4.3
1.2
28 0049
0657
W 1306
1.1
3.9
1.5
13 0209
0827
TH 1431
0.9
4.1
1.3
28 0056
0703
F 1330
1.2
3.9
1.5
13 0348
1006
SU 1631
1.4
4.1
1.1
28 0307
0920
M 1549
1.3
4.1
1.1
2010 4.3 1913 4.0 2037 4.2 1929 4.0 2235 4.2 2155 4.3
14 0105
0721
SU 1330
0.9
4.1
1.3
29 0048
0705
M 1304
1.2
3.8
1.6
14 0249
0904
W 1504
0.7
4.3
1.1
29 0154
0806
TH 1423
1.0
4.0
1.4
14 0307
0928
F 1536
1.0
4.1
1.2
29 0214
0827
SA 1453
1.2
4.0
1.3
14 0445
1058
M 1722
1.3
4.3
0.9
29 0413
1024
TU 1654
1.1
4.3
0.8
1938 4.1 1925 3.8 2109 4.4 2023 4.1 2142 4.3 2052 4.1 2324 4.4 2259 4.6
15 0221
0835
M 1439
0.7
4.3
1.2
30 0158
0811
TU 1423
1.1
3.9
1.5
15 0342
0958
TH 1557
0.7
4.3
1.0
30 0256
0908
F 1527
1.0
4.1
1.2
15 0402
1024
SA 1636
1.1
4.2
1.0
30 0323
0938
SU 1602
1.1
4.1
1.1
15 0527
1138
TU 1802
1.2
4.4
0.8
30 0508
1118
W 1749
0.9
4.6
0.5
2045 4.3 2027 4.0 2204 4.4 2124 4.2 2241 4.3 2203 4.3 2352 4.8
31 0254
0904
W 1519
0.9
4.1
1.3
31 0424
1037
M 1704
1.0
4.3
0.9
31 0555 0.8
1205 4.8
TH 1837 0.3
2119 4.2 2305 4.6 9

YEAR 2023

1 0040
0640
F 1248
4.9
0.8
4.9
16 0035
0639
SA 1245
4.6
1.0
4.7
1 0058
0657
SU 1302
4.9
0.7
5.1
16 0030
0644
M 1246
4.6
0.9
4.7
1 0138
0756
W 1358
4.7
0.7
4.8
16 0110
0733
TH 1334
4.6
0.8
4.7
1 0149
0820
F 1421
4.5
0.8
4.5
16 0141
0812
SA 1418
4.6
0.6
4.7
1922 0.2 1905 0.6 1930 0.3 1858 0.7 2003 0.9 1938 0.9 2014 1.2 2016 1.0
2 0126
0723
SA 1331
5.0
0.7
5.0
17 0104
0710
SU 1317
4.6
0.9
4.7
2 0138
0738
M 1343
4.9
0.7
5.1
17 0102
0716
TU 1319
4.6
0.9
4.7
2 0212
0834
TH 1439
4.5
0.8
4.6
17 0147
0813
F 1417
4.5
0.8
4.6
2 0226
0857
SA 1501
4.4
0.9
4.3
17 0227
0901
SU 1510
4.6
0.6
4.6
2003 0.2 1933 0.6 2004 0.5 1927 0.7 2036 1.1 2019 1.0 2050 1.3 2105 1.1
3 0210
0804
SU 1413
4.9
0.7
5.0
18 0136
0741
M 1350
4.6
0.9
4.7
3 0214
0817
TU 1423
4.7
0.8
4.9
18 0134
0749
W 1350
4.6
0.9
4.6
3 0247
0912
F 1520
4.4
1.0
4.4
18 0229
0858
SA 1507
4.4
0.9
4.5
3 0305
0935
SU 1544
4.2
1.0
4.1
18 0316
0955
M 1605
4.5
0.6
4.5
2042 0.3 2001 0.7 2036 0.7 1958 0.8 2112 1.4 2107 1.2 2132 1.5 2159 1.2
4 0251
0843
M 1453
4.8
0.8
5.0
19 0208
0812
TU 1419
4.5
1.0
4.6
4 0246
0855
W 1502
4.5
0.9
4.7
19 0203
0823
TH 1422
4.5
1.0
4.5
4 0326
0954
SA 1607
4.2
1.2
4.1
19 0318
0951
SU 1605
4.3
0.9
4.3
4 0347
1021
M 1631
4.1
1.1
3.9
19 0410 4.4
1055 0.7
TU 1705 4.4
2116 0.5 2028 0.8 2108 1.0 2031 1.0 2158 1.6 2205 1.4 2222 1.7 5 2259 1.3
5 0328
0921
TU 1531
4.6
0.9
4.8
20 0235
0842
W 1445
4.4
1.1
4.5
5 0319
0933
TH 1543
4.3
1.0
4.5
20 0235
0900
F 1503
4.4
1.0
4.4
5 0413 3.9
1050 1.3
SU 1705 3.8
20 0417 4.1
1059 1.0
M 1713 4.2
5 0436
1116
TU 1727
3.9
1.2
3.8
20 0510 4.3
1159 0.7
W 1812 4.3
2150 0.8 2057 0.9 2144 1.3 2112 1.2 8 2300 1.9 5 2317 1.5 8 2321 1.8
6 0402 4.3
1002 1.1
W 1613 4.6
21 0301
0915
TH 1517
4.3
1.1
4.4
6 0358 4.1
1019 1.2
F 1633 4.2
21 0319
0948
SA 1559
4.2
1.1
4.2
6 0518 3.7
1208 1.4
M 1832 3.7
21 0528 4.0
1220 1.0
TU 1834 4.2
6 0536
1222
W 1842
3.8
1.3
3.8
21 0006
0619
TH 1305
1.4
4.3
0.8
8 2229 1.1 2131 1.1 8 2233 1.6 2207 1.4 1920 4.2
7 0443
1051
TH 1705
4.1
1.3
4.3
22 0337 4.1
0956 1.3
F 1606 4.2
7 0451
1124
SA 1741
3.8
1.5
3.9
22 0420 4.0
1055 1.3
SU 1712 4.1
7 0031
0658
TU 1332
2.0
3.7
1.4
22 0041
0652
W 1338
1.5
4.1
0.9
7 0032
0658
TH 1332
1.8
3.8
1.2
22 0119
0727
F 1408
1.4
4.3
0.8
2322 1.4 5 2219 1.3 2350 1.9 5 2326 1.6 1953 3.8 1953 4.3 1950 3.9 2024 4.3
8 0544 3.9
1201 1.5
F 1817 4.0
23 0434
1057
SA 1713
4.0
1.4
4.0
8 0619 3.6
1255 1.6
SU 1919 3.8
23 0539 3.8
1229 1.3
M 1845 4.0
8 0208
0810
W 1439
1.8
3.8
1.2
23 0159
0803
TH 1444
1.4
4.2
0.7
8 0200
0805
F 1433
1.7
3.9
1.1
23 0225
0830
SA 1505
1.3
4.3
0.8
2335 1.6 2053 4.0 2058 4.5 2045 4.0 2123 4.3
9 0042
0711
SA 1330
1.7
3.7
1.5
24 0550 3.8
1234 1.5
SU 1846 3.9
9 0137
0753
M 1426
1.9
3.7
1.4
24 0107
0718
TU 1402
1.6
3.9
1.1
9 0308
0905
TH 1529
1.6
4.0
1.0
24 0301
0904
F 1540
1.2
4.4
0.6
9 0302
0900
SA 1523
1.5
4.1
1.0
24 0326
0931
SU 1558
1.2
4.4
0.9
1949 3.9 2044 3.9 2016 4.2 2140 4.2 2154 4.6 2133 4.2 2217 4.4
10 0213
0832
SU 1503
1.7
3.8
1.4
25 0124
0737
M 1417
1.6
3.8
1.3
10 0301
0903
TU 1534
1.7
3.9
1.2
25 0231
0836
W 1514
1.4
4.1
0.8
10 0353
0951
F 1611
1.4
4.2
0.9
25 0353
0958
SA 1628
1.1
4.6
0.6
10 0351
0948
SU 1608
1.3
4.2
1.0
25 0422
1028
M 1646
1.0
4.5
0.9
2116 4.0 2028 4.1 2146 4.2 2127 4.5 2219 4.4 2241 4.6 2216 4.3 2304 4.4
E England
11 0333
0942
M 1614
1.6
4.0
1.1
26 0253
0902
TU 1536
1.4
4.1
1.0
11 0356
0957
W 1621
1.5
4.2
1.0
26 0332
0938
TH 1611
1.2
4.4
0.6
11 0432
1031
SA 1649
1.2
4.4
0.8
26 0441
1046
SU 1709
0.9
4.7
0.6
11 0436
1033
M 1649
1.1
4.4
0.9
26 0515
1119
TU 1730
0.9
4.5
1.0
2220 4.2 2147 4.4 2231 4.3 2222 4.7 2254 4.5 2323 4.7 2257 4.4 2345 4.5
12 0429
1036
TU 1701
1.4
4.3
0.9
27 0357
1006
W 1637
1.1
4.4
0.6
12 0436
1039
TH 1658
1.3
4.4
0.8
27 0422
1028
F 1659
1.0
4.7
0.4
12 0509
1107
SU 1723
1.1
4.5
0.8
27 0527 0.8
1130 4.8
M 1748 0.7
12 0519
1115
TU 1729
1.0
4.5
0.9
27 0604 0.7
1205 4.6
W 1810 1.0
2306 4.4 2245 4.7 2305 4.5 2308 4.8 2326 4.6 9 4 2337 4.5 9
13 0508
1116
W 1737
1.2
4.4
0.8
28 0448
1057
TH 1727
0.9
4.7
0.4
13 0509
1113
F 1730
1.1
4.5
0.7
28 0506
1112
SA 1740
0.8
4.8
0.4
13 0544 1.0
1142 4.6
M 1756 0.8
28 0000
0613
TU 1214
4.7
0.7
4.8
13 0601
1157
W 1807
0.9
4.6
0.9
28 0021
0650
TH 1246
4.5
0.7
4.6
2342 4.5 2334 4.9 2334 4.5 9 2349 4.8 4 1827 0.8 1849 1.0
14 0540 1.1
1148 4.5
TH 1807 0.7
29 0533 0.8
1141 4.8
F 1811 0.3
14 0541 1.0
1143 4.6
SA 1800 0.7
29 0549 0.7
1153 5.0
SU 1818 0.4
14 0000
0619
TU 1217
4.6
0.9
4.7
29 0036
0658
W 1257
4.7
0.6
4.8
14 0016
0643
TH 1241
4.6
0.8
4.7
29 0058
0731
F 1327
4.5
0.7
4.5
9 4 1828 0.8 1904 0.9 1848 0.9 1925 1.1
15 0010
0610
F 1216
4.5
1.1
4.6
30 0017
0615
SA 1221
4.9
0.7
5.0
15 0000
0612
SU 1213
4.6
1.0
4.7
30 0027
0632
M 1234
4.8
0.7
5.0
15 0034
0656
W 1254
4.6
0.8
4.7
30 0113
0740
TH 1340
4.6
0.7
4.7
15 0057
0726
F 1328
4.6
0.7
4.7
30 0134
0808
SA 1405
4.5
0.7
4.4
4 1836 0.7 1852 0.3 1830 0.7 1855 0.5 1902 0.8 1940 1.0 1930 0.9 1958 1.1
31 0103
0715
TU 1316
4.8
0.6
5.0
31 0211
0841
SU 1443
4.5
0.8
4.3
1930 0.7 2032 1.2

Whitstable – The Swale
9.4.8 WHITSTABLE COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01227) Dr 594400. HM 274086.

Whitstable Harbour Radio VHF Ch 09 12 16 (Mon–Fri: 0830–1700
Kent 51°21’·86N 01°01’·46E 112233
LT. Other times: HW –3 to HW+1). Tidal info on request.
CHARTS AC 1607, 2571, 5606; Imray C1, 2100
FACILITIES www.canterbury.gov.uk HM e274086, & £20 G P.
Whitstable YC e272942, ! = HW ±3 y GQ T.
Standard Port MARGATE 0 Services i : T à g F ACA.
Times Height (metres) Town Ä Y Q ! v Q T z X Lydd/Manston.
High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS MINOR HARBOURS WEST OF NORTH FORELAND
0100 0700 0100 0700 4·8 3·9 1·4 0·5 MARGATE, Kent, 51°23´·43N 01°22´·65E. AC 5606,1 827, 1828, 323;
1300 1900 1300 1900 Imray Y7, C1; Stanfords 5, 8. HW+0045 on Dover; ML 2·6; Duration
Differences HERNE BAY 0610; Standard Port 0. Small hbr drying 3m, inside bkwtr (Stone
+0022 +0020 +0019 +0017 +0·6 +0·3 +0·2 +0·1 Pier) FR 17m 4M; exposed to NW’lies. Appr: from E, via Longnose
WHITSTABLE APPROACHES NCM buoy, keeping about 5ca offshore; from N, via Margate PHM
+0042 +0029 +0025 +0050 +0·6 +0·6 +0·1 0·0 lt buoy; from W via Gore Chan and S Chan to SE Margate ECM.
Facilities: Margate YC e(01843) 292602, T.
SHELTER Good, except in strong winds from NNW to NE. Harbour
dries up to 0·4m. Yacht berths are limited since priority is given to Town 10 = HW±2, book at Foreshore Office e(01843) 577529,
commercial shipping. Fender board needed against piled quays or Ä Ç Y Q ! Q T z X Manston.
seek a mooring to NW of harbour (controlled by YC). HERNE BAY, Kent, 51°22’·40N 01°07’·22E. AC 5606, 1607. Close
NAVIGATION WPT 51°22´·65N 01°01´·10E, 345°/0·83M to W Quay E of Pavilion (old pier), 400m long bkwtr ‘Neptunes Arm’ gives
dolphin. From E keep well seaward of Whitstable Street, a hard well sheltered drying x for craft <8m. Exposed to strong NE’lies
drying sandspit, which extends 1M N from the coast; shoals a at HW springs when Thames Barrier closed as seas may then top
further 1M to seaward are marked by Whitstable Street NCM lt the bkwtr. 3 = (HW±2½ to HW±3). Foreshore Manager e(01227)
buoy. From W avoid Columbine and Pollard Spits. 266719. Herne Bay SC e(01227) 375650. Lts: QW 8m 4M is 6ca
offshore (former pier hd); bkwtr hd 2FR (vert); pier hd 2FG (vert);
Approach, not before half flood, via Oyster PHM lt buoy to harbour R bn on B dolphin, Fl Y 5s, is approx 1M ENE of bkwtr hd. Reculvers
entrance. Entry best at HW±1. twrs are conspic 3M to the E.
LIGHTS AND MARKS Off head of W Quay on a dolphin, ° Fl G 5s, Town Ä Ç T Y Q v ! Q T z X Lydd/Manston.
covers the approaches.
N 1°1'·5E 1'·8
09 06 09
0 200
metres 18
cables
06 06
0 1
51º22'N 15
05 05
06
03 The
Paddock
01
02 02 02
13
01 09 21 21
01
R
02 24
R
04 22
2F.R
(vert)
0 metres 800 05 07
51°23'N Fl.G.4s
Dr
Q.18m4M
0 cables 4 ed Eas
Racing Buoys 2F.G ge t Q
Landing stage 09 dt ua
(Apr - Oct) (vert) o y
We 03 Building
s tQ (28)
ua
21'·8 y
BW
Neptune’s 05
22'·5 2F.R (vert) 12 3
uay
P
Arm
th Q
2F.G (vert) Nor
uay
Clock Tr
th Q
Building 46 Sp Sou
WHITSTABLE
Herne Bay Whitstable YC
01°07'E 07'·5
290
9.4.9 THE SWALE

Kent 1122233
05
QUEENBOROUGH 43 16
CONYER 07
46
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43
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chartlet
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02
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Horse Reach
(m Co
24' 3
098° Dir.V.Q Leysdown on Sea 18
(4)R5s 02
Q.G 2 01
14
Bridge 28 Kingsferry Bridge 13

7°
22 3
Iso.WRG.6s Ham Gat
Q.G 08
51°23'N (Traffic) SS Conyer ISLE OF SHEPPEY G Q.R
Ridham Dock
Swale Marina 05 Pollard
Marina R
4 Conyer Spit
Conyer CC 05
Sharfleet
Creek Windmill Shell Ness
Creek 63
Grovehurst Jetty YB
Bells Creek
22'
34
Direction of Buoyage changes 25 1 07 68 le
Fl(3)10s
No1 S w0a9
Causeway 04 Q e
Milton Fowley Is BYB
48 G Uplees Sand End Th
Creek Fl.G.5s G
N Fl.G.10s 3
21' Q G
Conyer Creek 37
Harty Ferry BY
Sittingbourne see inset Note
Power Line Wks
33m Many buoys/beacons
omitted due to small scale
20' 0 4000 Oare Creek

metres
cables Faversham Creek
0 20
Faversham
00°48'E
44' 46' 50' 52' 54' 56' 58'
CHARTS AC 2482, 2571, 2572, 1834, 3683, 5606; Imray Y18, C1, No 5 Bn Oc WRG 6s; vis: 161°-G-166°-W-167°-R-172°. Round
2100 Loden Hope bend: two Q WG and one Q WRG on bns; keep in G
sectors. See Queenborough chartlet. Horse Reach ldg lts 113°: front
TIDES Queenborough +0130 Dover; Harty Ferry +0120 Dover; ML QG 7m 5M; rear Fl G 3s 10m 6M. Dir lt 098°, VQ (4) R 5s 6m 5M.
(Harty Ferry) 3·0; Duration 0610. Faversham HW differences are Kingsferry Bridge: Dir WRG, 142°-G-147°-W-148°-R-153° 9m. Lts on
–0·2m on Sheerness; no other data. bridge: two x 2 FG (vert) on SW buttresses; two x 2 FR (vert) on NE.
Standard Port SHEERNESS { Road bridge has a vertical clearance of 28m.
Times Height (metres) Kingsferry Bridge traffic sigs:

High Water Low Water MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS No lts = Bridge down (3·35m MHWS).
0200 0800 0200 0700 5·8 4·7 1·5 0·6 Al Q 4/4 = Centre span lifting.
1400 2000 1400 1900 F 4 = Bridge open (29m MHWS).
Differences R. SWALE (Grovehurst Jetty)
E England
Q4 = Centre span lowering. Keep clear.
–0007 0000 0000 +0016 0·0 0·0 0·0 –0·1
Grovehurst Jetty is close N of the ent to Milton Creek. Q4 = Bridge out of action.
Request bridge opening on VHF Ch 10 (or Ch 74 if no response).
SHELTER Excellent in the Swale, the 14M chan between the Isle
of Sheppey and the N Kent coast, from Shell Ness in the E to COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01795) Dr or E via Medway Navigation
Queenborough in the W. Yachts can enter the drying creeks of Service 663025. HM (Medway Ports Ltd) 596593.
Faversham, Oare, Conyer, and Milton. Beware wrecks at ent to Medway VTS VHF Ch 74 16 22 (H24); Kingsferry Bridge Ch 10
Faversham Creek. Many moorings line the chan from Faversham (H24).
to Conyer Creeks. See Queenborough for all-tide access.
FACILITIES FAVERSHAM: Town i Y Q! Q T z X(Gatwick).
NAVIGATION E ent WPT: Whitstable Street lit PHM, 51°24´·00N
OARE CREEK ! & ä : è g(8t) F.
01°01´·54E, at ent to well marked buoyed chan. Speed limit 8kn.
The middle section from 1·5M E of Conyer Creek to 0·5M E of Hollow Shore Cruising Club T.
Milton Creek is narrowed by drying mudbanks and carries least CONYER CREEK: Swale Marina e521562, ) = &(dredged 2m)
depths of 0·4m. At Milton Creek direction of buoyage changes. £14/craft, G é v P P i ä : e(30t) g(30t); Conyer CC.
There are numerous oyster beds in the area. Kingsferry Bridge Conyer Marina e521711, = &£20, P ä : è T à d Ü F.
opens for masted craft on request, but subject to railway trains;
temp xs off SW bank. The power lines crossing SE of the br have MILTON CREEK (Sittingbourne): Crown Quay ! G.
a clearance of 30m. W ent is marked by Queenborough Spit ECM Town Y Q ! Q T z X (Gatwick); also the Dolphin Yard Sailing
buoy, Q (3) 10s, 1M S of Garrison Pt, at 51°25’·81N 00°43’·93E. Barge Museum.
LIGHTS AND MARKS See chartlet and 9.4.4. In W Swale lights
intended for large coasters using the narrow chan are:
291
Queenborough – Sheerness tides
H.W.Hts.m.
0 1 2 3 4 5 6
SHEERNESS
M.H.W.S.
M.H.W.N.
0.9 MEAN SPRING
AND NEAP CURVES
0.8
MEAN RANGES
0.7
Springs 5.2m
Neaps 3.2m
CHART DATUM
0.6
Factor
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
M.L.W.N.
M.L.W.S.
0.1
0 1 2 3 L.W. -5 h -4h -3h -2h -1h H.W. +1h +2h +3h +4h +5h L.W.
L.W.Hts.m.
An all-tide walk ashore pontoon (5m depth at end) on E bank is

9.4.10 QUEENBOROUGH available for overnight/short stay; both sides of the jetty are foul.
Kent (Isle of Sheppey) 51°25’·04N 00°44’·19E 11122233 A pair Gy as (raft up to 6 craft <10m each) lie to the S; also single
visitors Y as Nos 14-24 for craft <10m, with HM’s permission craft
CHARTS AC 1834, 2572, 3683, 5606; Imray C1, Y18, 2100 >10m berth on W side of Concrete Lighter. When as are full the
TIDES Use 9.4.11 Sheerness, 2M to the N. +0130 Dover; ML 3·0; hbr controller will offer spare buoys. Smaller R buoys (numbered)
Duration 0610 are for locals. ö owing to commercial traffic. Speed limit 8kn.
SHELTER Good, except near HW in strong N’ly winds. The first NAVIGATION See River Medway for appr via Garrison Pt. Enter the
deep-water refuge W of N Foreland, accessible at all tides from river at Queenborough Spit ECM, Q (3) 10s, 51°25’·75N 00°43’·93E.
Garrison Pt (9.4.11); or from the Swale (9.4.9) on the tide. The channel narrows between drying banks and moorings.
See The Swale if approaching from the E.
Queenborough
165 Spit Q(3)10s
ay BYB N LIGHTS AND MARKS Lights as chartlet.
edw Or
49 21 36 Note: No 5 Bn Dir Oc WRG 6s, vis 161°-G-
er M
Riv No1 166°-W-167°-R-172°, on river bend covers
The Lappel the appr chan. All-tide landing 2 FR (vert).
32 03 Concrete lighter Fl G 3s.
No5 16 0 600 COMMUNICATIONS (Code 01795) Dr 583828;

pit
g hS 61 metres E (01634) 830000 (Gillingham). HM 662051
04 rou
Que
enbo cables and mob 07456 459754 (trot boat).
0 3
25'·5
14 HM Ch 09 Monitor Medway VTS VHF Ch 74 for traffic.
Q.R.
HM Ch 08. Call Sheppey One for trot boat.
Swale Ness
Queenborough FACILITIES Queenborough Hbr Trust CIC
Point
( w w w. queenborough-harbour.co.uk)
Deadmans Island Fl.R4s manages the hbr, walk ashore pontoon, a
31 and & on concrete lighter and town quay.
55
a are serviced by a free ‘Trot Boat’.
No1
No2 QUEENBOROUGH Queenborough Hbr & (all-tide) <10m £20
No3 (13 Y +
(+£2/m), short stay <3hrs £10 (+£2/m), G.
No4 2 Gy buoys)
(Note: up to 6 boats & Quay/concrete ltr/a <10m £15, s/s £7.
2F.R allowed on each )
(vert) x2 Queenborough YC Wed, Fri, Sat evenings,
Q.WG
Bn Concrete
56 All-tide landing Sat, Sun lunchtimes, ! ) c Ç Q T.
51°25'·0 Lighter Fl.R.3s 3 Queenborough The Creek e07974 349018, = (HW±1½)
N 41 YC
Craft R Scrubbing grid G é Ç.
Q.WG >10m Fl.G.3s 2
13 Fl.R.3s Lo
de Moorings 28 Services i ä : è Ü g(10t).
nH
op
e
West (2 Gy buoys) Town Ä Ç Y ! Q T z X (Gatwick).
52 Point 19
28 37 Q
Lo
2FR
66 (vert) FlG2.5s Q.G.
ng
G
Pt
Q.WRG G Fl.R.2·5s
Q.R. 54
R 32
17
West Swale
53 Oc.WRG.6s
36
43'·5 00°44'·0E 44'·5
292
Sheerness tides AREA 4 – E England
STANDARD TIME (UT) SHEERNESS LAT 51°27’N LONG 0°45’E Dates in red are SPRINGS
GI: Tide tables: YEAR 2023

1 0107
0733
SU 1406
1.5
5.1
1.1
16 0610 4.9
1221 1.3
M 1902 4.8
1 0237
0911
W 1521
1.6
4.7
1.5
16 0118
0806
TH 1431
1.6
4.8
1.5
1 0022
0706
W 1309
1.6
4.6
1.8
16 0616 4.8
1219 1.6
TH 1900 4.6
1 0301
0929
SA 1527
1.6
4.6
1.8
16 0259
0917
SU 1527
1.1
5.1
1.4
2022 5.0 2151 4.7 2054 4.7 1947 4.4 2150 4.6 2141 5.0
2 0213
0840
M 1507
1.6
5.0
1.2
17 0041
0721
TU 1333
1.6
4.8
1.3
2 0353
1023
TH 1625
1.5
4.9
1.5
17 0309
0934
F 1556
1.4
5.0
1.3
2 0158
0839
TH 1444
1.7
4.5
1.8
17 0105
0750
F 1418
1.5
4.7
1.6
2 0410
1030
SU 1627
1.3
4.9
1.5
17 0417
1026
M 1633
0.8
5.5
1.1
2125 5.0 2014 4.9 2252 4.9 2212 5.0 2116 4.4 2034 4.6 2244 4.9 2241 5.4
3 0318
0943
TU 1604
1.5
5.0
1.2
18 0204
0840
W 1502
1.6
4.9
1.3
3 0501
1121
F 1718
1.3
5.1
1.4
18 0431
1050
SA 1705
1.1
5.3
1.1
3 0331
1004
F 1600
1.6
4.7
1.7
18 0303
0927
SA 1544
1.3
5.0
1.4
3 0502
1114
M 1712
1.0
5.2
1.3
18 0520
1119
TU 1728
0.5
5.8
0.9
2222 5.1 2125 5.0 2341 5.1 2317 5.3 2228 4.7 2159 4.9 2326 5.2 2330 5.6
4 0419
1041
W 1653
1.3
5.1
1.2
19 0330
0952
TH 1615
1.4
5.1
1.1
4 0554 1.1
1206 5.3
SA 1800 1.3
19 0545 0.8
1151 5.7
SU 1806 0.9
4 0444
1103
SA 1659
1.3
5.0
1.5
19 0428
1042
SU 1654
1.0
5.4
1.1
4 0543
1151
TU 1748
0.9
5.4
1.1
19 0609 0.4
1205 5.9
W 1813 0.8
2313 5.2 2230 5.2 2319 5.0 2303 5.3
5 0514
1132
TH 1736
1.2
5.2
1.2
20 0442
1058
F 1717
1.2
5.4
1.0
5 0021 5.3
0637 0.9
SU 1245 5.4
20 0011 5.6
0646 0.5
M 1242 6.0
5 0536
1147
SU 1743
1.0
5.3
1.3
20 0539
1139
M 1752
0.6
5.8
0.9
5 0001
0619
W 1223
5.4
0.7
5.5
20 0012 5.8
0651 0.3
TH 1245 5.9
2357 5.3 2329 5.4 9 1836 1.2 4 1858 0.7 2359 5.2 2354 5.6 1823 1.0 4 1854 0.6
6 0602 1.0
1217 5.3
F 1814 1.2
21 0547 0.9
1157 5.7
SA 1814 0.9
6 0056
0712
M 1318
5.4
0.8
5.4
21 0058
0737
TU 1329
5.8
0.2
6.1
6 0616 0.9
1223 5.4
M 1818 1.1
21 0632 0.3
1227 6.0
TU 1839 0.7
6 0033
0653
TH 1255
5.5
0.7
5.6
21 0052
0728
F 1323
5.9
0.3
5.9
9 4 1908 1.1 1943 0.6 4 9 1857 0.9 1933 0.6
7 0035
0646
SA 1256
5.4
0.9
5.4
22 0022
0650
SU 1251
5.6
0.7
5.9
7 0128
0745
TU 1350
5.4
0.8
5.5
22 0142
0822
W 1413
5.9
0.1
6.1
7 0033 5.4
0651 0.8
TU 1255 5.5
22 0038
0718
W 1310
5.8
0.2
6.1
7 0105
0727
F 1327
5.6
0.6
5.7
22 0131
0802
SA 1359
6.0
0.4
5.9
1849 1.1 1907 0.8 1940 1.0 2024 0.6 9 1850 1.0 1922 0.6 1932 0.8 2010 0.6
8 0110
0724
SU 1333
5.4
0.9
5.4
23 0111
0745
M 1341
5.7
0.4
6.0
8 0159
0818
W 1421
5.5
0.7
5.5
23 0223
0903
TH 1455
6.0
0.1
6.0
8 0105
0723
W 1325
5.5
0.7
5.6
23 0118
0759
TH 1350
6.0
0.1
6.1
8 0137
0802
SA 1359
5.7
0.6
5.7
23 0209
0833
SU 1433
5.9
0.6
5.7
1922 1.1 1956 0.7 2013 0.9 2102 0.7 1922 0.9 2000 0.6 2006 0.8 2044 0.7
9 0143
0758
M 1407
5.4
0.9
5.4
24 0158
0836
TU 1429
5.8
0.3
6.1
9 0229
0851
TH 1453
5.5
0.7
5.5
24 0303
0940
F 1535
6.0
0.3
5.9
9 0135
0756
TH 1356
5.6
0.6
5.7
24 0157
0835
F 1428
6.0
0.2
6.0
9 0209
0834
SU 1432
5.7
0.7
5.7
24 0246
0900
M 1506
5.7
0.8
5.5
1954 1.1 2041 0.7 2046 0.9 2136 0.8 1955 0.8 2036 0.6 2037 0.8 2115 0.9
10 0214
0831
TU 1440
5.4
0.9
5.4
25 0243
0922
W 1516
5.8
0.2
6.0
10 0259
0923
F 1526
5.5
0.7
5.5
25 0342
1011
SA 1615
5.8
0.5
5.6
10 0204
0829
F 1427
5.6
0.6
5.7
25 0235
0907
SA 1504
6.0
0.4
5.8
10 0244
0902
M 1507
5.7
0.8
5.6
25 0324
0926
TU 1539
5.5
1.1
5.2
2027 1.1 2122 0.8 2116 1.0 2208 0.9 2027 0.8 2109 0.7 2106 0.9 2143 1.0
E England
11 0246
0904
W 1514
5.3
0.9
5.3
26 0327
1005
TH 1602
5.8
0.3
5.8
11 0330
0951
SA 1559
5.4
0.8
5.4
26 0421
1039
SU 1654
5.6
0.8
5.3
11 0234
0900
SA 1458
5.6
0.6
5.6
26 0312
0934
SU 1539
5.8
0.6
5.6
11 0322
0928
TU 1545
5.6
1.0
5.4
26 0403
0955
W 1614
5.2
1.4
4.9
2101 1.1 2201 0.9 2143 1.1 2241 1.1 2056 0.9 2139 0.9 2139 1.0 2217 1.2
12 0319
0939
TH 1550
5.3
0.9
5.3
27 0411
1045
F 1649
5.7
0.5
5.6
12 0403
1016
SU 1637
5.3
0.9
5.2
27 0504
1111
M 1738
5.3
1.1
4.9
12 0305
0926
SU 1531
5.6
0.8
5.5
27 0349
0959
M 1613
5.6
0.9
5.3
12 0405
1004
W 1629
5.4
1.2
5.1
27 0449
1035
TH 1658
4.8
1.6
4.6
2135 1.2 2239 1.1 2213 1.2 5 2323 1.3 2120 1.0 2208 1.1 2225 1.1 5 2306 1.5
13 0354
1013
F 1628
5.2
1.0
5.1
28 0456
1124
SA 1737
5.5
0.8
5.3
13 0442
1044
M 1720
5.2
1.0
5.1
28 0555 4.9
1156 1.5
TU 1832 4.6
13 0339
0946
M 1607
5.5
0.9
5.3
28 0429
1027
TU 1651
5.2
1.2
4.9
13 0500
1059
TH 1727
5.1
1.4
4.8
28 0548 4.5
1134 1.9
F 1803 4.4
2211 1.3 5 2321 1.3 8 2253 1.3 2147 1.1 2245 1.3 8 2333 1.3
14 0432
1049
SA 1711
5.1
1.1
5.0
29 0545 5.3
1206 1.0
SU 1830 5.0
14 0530
1129
TU 1816
5.1
1.2
4.8
14 0418
1013
TU 1649
5.4
1.1
5.1
29 0517
1109
W 1738
4.8
1.6
4.6
14 0614
1224
F 1848
4.9
1.7
4.6
29 0022
0709
SA 1303
1.6
4.4
2.0
2250 1.4 2352 1.5 2228 1.2 5 2338 1.6 1935 4.3
15 0516
1129
SU 1801
5.0
1.2
4.9
30 0011
0644
M 1300
1.5
5.0
1.3
15 0637 4.9
1239 1.4
W 1930 4.7
15 0508
1101
W 1743
5.1
1.3
4.8
30 0623 4.5
1216 1.9
TH 1852 4.3
15 0120
0748
SA 1408
1.4
4.9
1.6
30 0212
0832
SU 1437
1.6
4.5
1.9
8 2339 1.5 1931 4.8 8 2330 1.4 2022 4.7 2055 4.5
31 0118
0754
TU 1410
1.6
4.8
1.5
31 0113
0758
F 1404
1.7
4.3
2.0
2040 4.7 2031 4.3

Sheerness tides
STANDARD TIME (UT) SHEERNESS LAT 51°27’N LONG 0°45’E Dates in red are SPRINGS
YEAR 2023

1 0321
0938
M 1538
1.3
4.8
1.6
16 0352
0959
TU 1600
0.7
5.5
1.2
1 0409
1021
TH 1624
1.0
5.3
1.3
16 0504
1112
F 1715
0.9
5.4
1.1
1 0419
1033
SA 1642
1.1
5.3
1.2
16 0522 1.3
1141 5.3
SU 1754 1.1
1 0552
1203
TU 1828
1.0
5.6
0.8
16 0035
0630
W 1247
5.5
1.3
5.4
2154 4.8 2213 5.4 2238 5.2 2326 5.4 2256 5.3 9 4 1907 0.9
2 0414
1027
TU 1627
1.1
5.1
1.3
17 0451
1052
W 1655
0.6
5.6
1.0
2 0457
1108
F 1713
0.9
5.5
1.1
17 0547 1.0
1157 5.5
SA 1804 0.9
2 0514
1126
SU 1739
1.0
5.5
1.0
17 0004
0606
M 1224
5.3
1.2
5.3
2 0031
0647
W 1252
5.8
0.9
5.7
17 0110
0702
TH 1319
5.5
1.2
5.5
2241 5.1 2302 5.5 2324 5.4 2349 5.5 4 1842 0.9 1925 0.5 1939 0.8
3 0459
1108
W 1709
0.9
5.4
1.2
18 0539
1138
TH 1743
0.6
5.7
0.9
3 0543 0.8
1152 5.6
SA 1800 1.0
18 0012 5.5
0626 1.0
SU 1237 5.5
3 0606 0.9
1216 5.6
M 1835 0.9
18 0048
0645
TU 1303
5.4
1.2
5.4
3 0122
0737
TH 1338
6.0
0.8
5.9
18 0142
0733
F 1349
5.5
1.1
5.6
2321 5.3 2347 5.6 4 1850 0.8 9 1923 0.9 2016 0.3 2010 0.8
4 0539
1146
TH 1748
0.8
5.5
1.0
19 0619 0.6
1219 5.7
F 1826 0.8
4 0008 5.6
0628 0.8
SU 1233 5.7
19 0055
0702
M 1315
5.5
1.0
5.5
4 0040
0657
TU 1303
5.7
0.9
5.7
19 0127
0719
W 1338
5.4
1.2
5.4
4 0209
0823
F 1422
6.1
0.7
5.9
19 0212
0804
SA 1419
5.6
1.0
5.6
2358 5.5 4 9 1848 0.9 1932 0.8 1929 0.7 1959 0.8 2103 0.2 2041 0.7
5 0618 0.7
1222 5.7
F 1828 0.9
20 0028
0655
SA 1257
5.7
0.7
5.7
5 0052
0712
M 1315
5.7
0.8
5.7
20 0136
0737
TU 1351
5.5
1.1
5.4
5 0130
0746
W 1349
5.9
0.8
5.7
20 0202
0752
TH 1410
5.5
1.2
5.4
5 0255
0906
SA 1505
6.1
0.8
6.0
20 0242
0836
SU 1448
5.6
1.1
5.6
9 1908 0.7 1935 0.8 2011 0.8 2022 0.5 2032 0.8 2147 0.2 2112 0.8
6 0034
0657
SA 1258
5.6
0.7
5.7
21 0109
0729
SU 1333
5.7
0.7
5.7
6 0136
0755
TU 1357
5.8
0.8
5.6
21 0215
0809
W 1424
5.4
1.1
5.3
6 0219
0833
TH 1435
5.9
0.8
5.7
21 0236
0824
F 1442
5.4
1.2
5.4
6 0341
0946
SU 1548
6.0
0.9
5.9
21 0312
0907
M 1517
5.5
1.1
5.5
1908 0.8 1947 0.7 2022 0.7 2045 0.9 2113 0.4 2104 0.8 2228 0.4 2140 0.9
7 0111
0734
SU 1334
5.7
0.7
5.7
22 0149
0801
M 1408
5.7
0.9
5.6
7 0223
0838
W 1441
5.8
0.9
5.6
22 0252
0841
TH 1458
5.3
1.2
5.2
7 0309
0920
F 1522
5.9
0.9
5.7
22 0308
0856
SA 1513
5.4
1.2
5.4
7 0426
1024
M 1632
5.8
1.0
5.7
22 0344
0934
TU 1548
5.4
1.3
5.4
1947 0.8 2024 0.8 2110 0.6 2117 1.0 2202 0.4 2135 0.9 2306 0.6 2206 1.1
8 0149
0811
M 1411
5.7
0.7
5.7
23 0227
0831
TU 1441
5.6
1.0
5.4
8 0312
0923
TH 1528
5.7
1.0
5.4
23 0329
0913
F 1532
5.2
1.3
5.1
8 0359
1005
SA 1610
5.9
1.0
5.6
23 0342
0929
SU 1546
5.3
1.2
5.3
8 0512
1103
TU 1719
5.5
1.2
5.5
23 0418
1000
W 1624
5.3
1.4
5.3
2026 0.8 2057 0.9 2201 0.7 2150 1.0 2251 0.4 2207 0.9 8 2345 0.9 2230 1.2
9 0229
0846
TU 1449
5.7
0.9
5.5
24 0306
0900
W 1514
5.4
1.2
5.2
9 0406
1012
F 1621
5.6
1.1
5.3
24 0407
0950
SA 1610
5.1
1.4
5.0
9 0451
1050
SU 1701
5.7
1.1
5.5
24 0417
1003
M 1620
5.2
1.3
5.2
9 0602
1149
W 1814
5.2
1.4
5.2
24 0457
1034
TH 1707
5.1
1.5
5.1
2104 0.8 2127 1.0 2256 0.7 2228 1.1 2339 0.6 2240 1.1 5 2307 1.4
10 0313
0923
W 1532
5.6
1.0
5.3
25 0345
0931
TH 1549
5.1
1.4
5.0
10 0504
1106
SA 1719
5.5
1.3
5.2
25 0448
1031
SU 1653
5.0
1.5
4.9
10 0545 5.5
1139 1.2
M 1755 5.4
25 0455
1038
TU 1659
5.1
1.5
5.1
10 0032
0701
TH 1249
1.2
4.9
1.6
25 0547 4.9
1126 1.6
F 1807 4.9
2147 0.9 2201 1.2 8 2359 0.8 2311 1.2 8 5 2315 1.2 1922 4.9
11 0404
1008
TH 1622
5.4
1.2
5.1
26 0428
1010
F 1631
4.9
1.6
4.8
11 0608 5.3
1208 1.4
SU 1825 5.1
26 0534 4.9
1118 1.6
M 1742 4.8
11 0030
0644
TU 1233
0.8
5.3
1.4
26 0539
1120
W 1747
5.0
1.6
4.9
11 0139
0809
F 1409
1.5
4.8
1.6
26 0008
0655
SA 1245
1.6
4.7
1.7
2241 1.0 2245 1.3 5 1856 5.2 2359 1.3 2042 4.8 1930 4.7
12 0504
1107
F 1724
5.2
1.4
4.9
27 0518
1100
SA 1725
4.7
1.7
4.6
12 0105
0717
M 1315
0.8
5.3

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