Recent content by martha

Firstly, to go into Dutch waterways you must have a Wateralmanak ,which is all in Dutch. This is a legal requirement and a fine of 1000 euros can be issued for non compliance. I’ve been to Holland and Belgium many times and personally I would miss Belgium/Ostend like the plague. They are very...

We tried everything to get the brown rings off, including acetone, which did nothing. Would suggest that people who have fender socks on would be even worse as the gunge just spreads. The harbour staff are aware of this problem and I suggested that all visiting boaters should be instructed re...

All visiting yachtsmen/sailors need to be aware that if you are mooring up on Weymouth harbour quay, that there are new pontoons installed and they have black rendering, which against white fenders leaves a horrible brownish stain which you cannot get out. I have suggested to the harbour office...

I have just had notification from Admiral that they will be rebating £25 per car next month due to non usage. Didn’t ask for it but it sure as hell buys a lot of goodwill. I would hate to go to our marina asking them to rebate some of the fee but at the same time they could offer a small rebate...

We travel to the South Coast from York and have done for the last sixteen years. It is not a chew but time of travel has to be worked out. Best route is M1,A43,M40, A34. When you arrive first requisite is a cold beer followed by another. Even after all this time it is still an absolute delight...