Sneds
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...by Wales
Today in the City Docks
Was this you?
Great to see The Flag flying over here!
Today in the City Docks
Was this you?
Great to see The Flag flying over here!
Bristol invaded...
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graham
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"Never seen a narrow boat with roller reefing and radar fitted before. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif
It could be the annual invasion of Barry YC members supported by some from CBYC They usually go about this time of year. Probably would have joined them if I hadnt been working. /forums/images/graemlins/mad.gif
It could be the annual invasion of Barry YC members supported by some from CBYC They usually go about this time of year. Probably would have joined them if I hadnt been working. /forums/images/graemlins/mad.gif
Sneds
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Just read your blog/website, fantastic!
Interested in the Porlock Wier bit, I understand the harbour drys out, but on neaps, would I be able to stay afloat in "the pool outside" I have read about?
Interested in the Porlock Wier bit, I understand the harbour drys out, but on neaps, would I be able to stay afloat in "the pool outside" I have read about?
graham
Well-known member
Thanks for the comment about the blog.
Theres about 4 foot of water in the pool in both neaps and springs. The water is kept back by the pebble bank as the tide ebbs. I dont think I have ever seen a visiting motorboat but theres no reason why not.
You will need a dinghy to get ashore and wellys are handy as the steps can be muddy.I usually take clean shoes ashore in a plastic bag then put the muddy boats in it until I can wash them. Theres a pub with bar meals and a restaraunt/hotel close by and shops in Porlock Village a 20 minute walk.
Theres about 4 foot of water in the pool in both neaps and springs. The water is kept back by the pebble bank as the tide ebbs. I dont think I have ever seen a visiting motorboat but theres no reason why not.
You will need a dinghy to get ashore and wellys are handy as the steps can be muddy.I usually take clean shoes ashore in a plastic bag then put the muddy boats in it until I can wash them. Theres a pub with bar meals and a restaraunt/hotel close by and shops in Porlock Village a 20 minute walk.
wotayottie
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Just read your blog/website, fantastic!
Interested in the Porlock Wier bit, I understand the harbour drys out, but on neaps, would I be able to stay afloat in "the pool outside" I have read about?
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There are lots of other speedboats in the drying area behind the bridge. The pool is used primarily for fin keelers who fall over when dried out.
Just read your blog/website, fantastic!
Interested in the Porlock Wier bit, I understand the harbour drys out, but on neaps, would I be able to stay afloat in "the pool outside" I have read about?
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There are lots of other speedboats in the drying area behind the bridge. The pool is used primarily for fin keelers who fall over when dried out.
graham
Well-known member
I should have mentioned that.If you can dry out theres acres of space in the old dock area to dry out. may need to get in early on the tide to go under the bridge as they dont open it often these days.
damo
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I thought Bristol was in England... so why a Welsh courtesy flag?? [runs for cover]
Csail
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Someone might nick the English flag now they have the ultimate Welsh & Skull off my boat!
LizzyD
New member
Those pictures weren't the crew of the good ship Lizzy D. This weekend we went to a very expensive work related function in Cardiff. I didn't want to go but had a good time after all. Funny how that happens.
I'm having alternator trouble at the moment and need to get a part for it, but when it's done. I'll be de-winterising the boat. I miss going out on it too much. Those Bristol photos look as though the weather is crisp and cold, but great for sailing.
I have a Welsh flag on my boat, but it's only up just for a bit of fun and to try and impress our English friends by letting them know we've crossed the channel!
Damo - you can stop hiding now!
Take care all.
Lizzy D
I'm having alternator trouble at the moment and need to get a part for it, but when it's done. I'll be de-winterising the boat. I miss going out on it too much. Those Bristol photos look as though the weather is crisp and cold, but great for sailing.
I have a Welsh flag on my boat, but it's only up just for a bit of fun and to try and impress our English friends by letting them know we've crossed the channel!
Damo - you can stop hiding now!
Take care all.
Lizzy D
Sneds
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Thanks for the Porlock info, looking forward to visiting there next summer.
I would rather stay afloat as mud plays havoc with the cooling water intake on outdrives, guess I'll have to pick my spot carefully as I don't fancy a falling fin keler landing on me! /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif
I would rather stay afloat as mud plays havoc with the cooling water intake on outdrives, guess I'll have to pick my spot carefully as I don't fancy a falling fin keler landing on me! /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif
damo
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It would be more impressive if an English courtesy flag was flown /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif
I flew a very large St Georges Cross during the world cup, and got several lots of foul-mouthed abuse when I visited Cardiff Bay /forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif
I flew a very large St Georges Cross during the world cup, and got several lots of foul-mouthed abuse when I visited Cardiff Bay /forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif
Sneds
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.......isn't that the Royal Navy's battle flag? /forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif
solitaire11
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hi sneds, ive stopped in the pool at porlock a few times with loads of depth(33' mobo ) , also dried in the harbour bit, but the mud isn't that soft, we deployed the sealegs wich was a wise decision or we'd have been at 45 degrees. but definately worth a visit, a beautiful place, just be sure to phone harbour master beforehand to make sure there's room in the pool /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif
Sneds
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Thanks for that, looking forward to the visit.
Will be my first overnight not in a marina!
Will be my first overnight not in a marina!
Icelander18
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"Never seen a narrow boat with roller reefing and radar fitted before. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif
It could be the annual invasion of Barry YC members supported by some from CBYC They usually go about this time of year. Probably would have joined them if I hadnt been working. /forums/images/graemlins/mad.gif
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Ok, I admit - I was one of them -Ha!
We had a good few boats up with a few from Swansea as well 12 in all if I remember, well there was a bit of your good alcoholic fare consumed!!
Hope the flag didn't upset you too much it was only a bit of fun ofcourse..
"Never seen a narrow boat with roller reefing and radar fitted before. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif
It could be the annual invasion of Barry YC members supported by some from CBYC They usually go about this time of year. Probably would have joined them if I hadnt been working. /forums/images/graemlins/mad.gif
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Ok, I admit - I was one of them -Ha!
We had a good few boats up with a few from Swansea as well 12 in all if I remember, well there was a bit of your good alcoholic fare consumed!!
Hope the flag didn't upset you too much it was only a bit of fun ofcourse..
bluedragon
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I thought Bristol was in England... so why a Welsh courtesy flag?? [runs for cover]
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Just reclaiming the ancient lands of King Arthur from the Anglo Saxon and Norman invaders /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif
Can't see whether these are on the port or starboard flag halyards...if to port the Red Dragon can be left flying even in England (though I've often wondered if I should fly the English cross of St.George to port when in Watchet? Whoops...should have said starboard)
I thought Bristol was in England... so why a Welsh courtesy flag?? [runs for cover]
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Just reclaiming the ancient lands of King Arthur from the Anglo Saxon and Norman invaders /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif
Can't see whether these are on the port or starboard flag halyards...if to port the Red Dragon can be left flying even in England (though I've often wondered if I should fly the English cross of St.George to port when in Watchet? Whoops...should have said starboard)
Icelander18
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I thought Bristol was in England... so why a Welsh courtesy flag?? [runs for cover]
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Just reclaiming the ancient lands of King Arthur from the Anglo Saxon and Norman invaders /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif
Can't see whether these are on the port or starboard flag halyards...if to port the Red Dragon can be left flying even in England (though I've often wondered if I should fly the English cross of St.George to port when in Watchet?)
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Your ok, it was actually on the port at the time /forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif
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I thought Bristol was in England... so why a Welsh courtesy flag?? [runs for cover]
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Just reclaiming the ancient lands of King Arthur from the Anglo Saxon and Norman invaders /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif
Can't see whether these are on the port or starboard flag halyards...if to port the Red Dragon can be left flying even in England (though I've often wondered if I should fly the English cross of St.George to port when in Watchet?)
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Your ok, it was actually on the port at the time /forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif
damo
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Don't need to fly any of them - we all have the same country of registration /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif
bluedragon
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Yeh..but where's the fun in that /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif