Fresh in from Cherbourg, coming up to Le Goulliot Passage between Sark and the island of Brecqhou.
Le Goulliot Passage
Category: Sailing
Maiden voyage
Yippee! We’re now the proud owners of our first “real” boat. Dan, Mel, Ant, Rose and I out for a sail off the coast of Weymouth. Lovin’ it.
The seed
In Portland on a crisp, cold winter day with Dan and Ant to get Rancote lifted out for a full pre-purchase survey. I’d spotted her online at the end of last year whilst looking around for boats, but didn’t really consider her a contender due to her age (1972). A few weeks later I was down in Weymouth looking at other boats, and the broker suggested that she was worth a look. Everyone says it, but I knew it was the boat for me immediately.
So, next thing was to talk to Dan and Ant – my prospective co-owners, and get a deposit put down. Dan and Ant were both keen, the offer was accepted so the next thing was to arrange a survey and sea trial.
We spent the day with the surveyor and owner, everything checked out OK, and we decided to go for it. And so begins a new era of adventure and travel. Bring it on!
Croatia
End of an awesome week cruising around Split with Rose, Jon and Helen
Al fresco
One of the best places to enjoy dinner – at anchor somewhere peaceful, in the warm sun. Helen, Jon and Rose, Croatia.
9 Days, Skipper
This shot was taken on board “Kipper” – John Corden’s Victoria 34. John runs a sailing school – Kipper Sailing – based on the south coast. I spent 9 days doing an intensive Day Skipper course; 4 days in the classroom then 5 days on the water. We all (7) stayed aboard during the days on the water – it was tight! John’s wife had made some incredible meals. Mmmm … hot bacon sandwiches with fresh bread after a brisk not-quite-yet-springtime sail into Chichester harbour, wonderful. Having an oven on board is well worth it.
Road and Ocean 