Monthly Archives: August 2016

August 25

Posted on August 26, 2016 by Ed Mortimer

Well, a number of interesting adventures in the last week. We were moored in Exmouth Harbour, and this was ‘exciting’ in more ways than I might wish. We had fun touring to Exeter, and spent a great day there exploring … Continue reading →

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August 18

Posted on August 19, 2016 by Ed Mortimer

We arrived in Portland harbour, after a rather bumpy ride, through the tide race at St. Alban’s Point, then across the bay. Portland harbour is a created bay, with a large, many-fortressed breakwater. It used to be a major naval … Continue reading →

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August 16

Posted on August 17, 2016 by Ed Mortimer

We moved on through the Solent (the waterway between the mainland and the Isle of Wight)through ‘the Needles” where lots of ships have come to grief. A fast tide, and lots of underwater obstacles makes for interesting navigation. All was … Continue reading →

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August 12

Posted on August 12, 2016 by Ed Mortimer

After a very quiet and uneventful trip from Chichester Harbour to Portmouth /harbour, we have spent the last 3 days exploring the many historical museums of this area. Naval history is here! We’ve toured the ancient (Roman ruins and HMS … Continue reading →

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August 8

Posted on August 9, 2016 by Ed Mortimer

My daughter, Nicole, arrived, and we are exploring  Chichester, and surroundings. Yesterday was a field trip to Arundel, which is the home of the Duke of Norfolk. Arundel Castle has long history, and changed sides twice during the civil war. … Continue reading →

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Aug 5

Posted on August 5, 2016 by Ed Mortimer

Well, 10 days of sorting out boat issues, trying to figure out possibilities in the very different world of coastal cruising, and exploring the very interesting and diverse area of Chichester: all good times. I know a LOT more about … Continue reading →

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