Can we come out to play ?

[JumbleDuck]

As Graham said, they would be residents, the rot began with the advent of cheap flights, the accommodation owners switched from hols to dole rezzies. We spent millions there, they sucked it up! The title “most deprived ward in wales” gave them a sound bite. I met a person who was being funded to get people back to work, all he did was give advice on how to game the system. It’s got better now, crack down on hmos etc.

Thanks. We certainly met a lot of people on holiday with disabled children, but I bow to your knowledge of the mobility scooter demographic. The devices themselves certainly seem to correlate strongly with poverty. I can see why people would want to move to the seaside in those circumstances, but it turns something which should be a national issue into a local one.

 

[lampshuk]

I have just received this from the RYA

RYA welcomes return to boating
May 10, 2020
Stay alert, stay safe
The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) warmly welcomes a return to the water following the Prime Minister’s announcement today [10 May 2020] during which he stated that from this Wednesday, the Government wants to encourage people to take more and even unlimited amounts of outdoor exercise.
Since the lockdown commenced, the RYA has presented a strong case for boating to be one of the first activities that can be resumed safely within the parameters for social distancing.
From Wednesday, 13 May unlimited outdoor activity will be permitted in England, and we understand that this will include all forms of boating. The Prime Minister also indicated that people would be permitted to travel to other destinations in order to exercise. Any activity will still need to be alone or with members of a single household, and social distancing must be followed at all times.
RYA welcomes return to boating

I like this interpretation, but MDL (Drifter is at Hythe) imply that they take their lead from the local Port Authority and Southampton has not posted anything since Sunday. Wouldn't expect them to rush.

Unfortunately for me, since Hythe is a locked marina it's rather hard to make a run for it.
Fingers crossed for Wednesday. Weather forecast for later in the week looks nice at the moment...

 

[Blue Sunray]

For information this amplification has been issued wrt one of MDL's marinas today.

• The marina is open to berth holders for boat checks and maintenance.
• MDL don't want people just coming down to sit on their boats or walking around for something to do.
• Trolleys have been removed because of problems with touching surfaces.
• There are virtually no staff on site, so what they can do is very limited. (So much for our staff have been looking after, checking your boat etc)
• More news on boat lifts once they get the staff in to do it.
• Unclear whether the harbour is 'open' if you wanted to take your boat out, the Harbour Master will take a decision soon
• Toilets are open but access is controlled, no showers.

 

[Lucky Duck]

Some credit due to MDL as they responded to the changes far quicker than some of their competitors.

Nothing heard so far from mine

 

[lampshuk]

This on ABP Southampton's website, so they have not shut down Southampton Water for recreational use:

COVID-19

We await confirmation from government of how revised social distancing measures will apply to marine leisure activities.
Mariners are advised that the harbour remains open. Before proceeding afloat, users must ensure that they can access their craft safely and in accordance with all government regulations including those relating to social distancing.
Before putting to sea, particularly after a period of prolonged inactivity, individuals should ensure their craft has been properly maintained and prepared. Covid-19 continues to impact all aspects of life including search and rescue services, many of which are manned by volunteers. Mariners are requested to consider the impact that their waterborne activities may have on such services, to have due regard to the prevailing weather conditions and to bear in mind that many marine leisure facilities in the area may not be available or may be operating at a reduced capacity.

 

[Blue Sunray]

Deleted as duplicated across threads.

 

[lampshuk]

From Cowes just now. Less positive...

 

[lampshuk]

I'm sure you've all seen that it's all systems go now, but just to confirm (and thanks to MDL and Hythe for being so quick to react):

 

[DennisF]

Harwich Haven Authority have no change on their website. I have sent them an emailing reminding them that clarification has now been received from DEFRA and citing the following document which specifically states that sailing is now allowed:

Coronavirus – Guidance on access to green spaces

I’ve asked them to either update their advice or supply the written evidence that they believe justifies a continued ban. Hopefully they will remove the prohibition soon....

 

[DennisF]

Harwich Haven Authority have no change on their website. I have sent them an emailing reminding them that clarification has now been received from DEFRA and citing the following document which specifically states that sailing is now allowed:

Coronavirus – Guidance on access to green spaces

I’ve asked them to either update their advice or supply the written evidence that they believe justifies a continued ban. Hopefully they will remove the prohibition soon....

All sorted now. Guidance updated and sailing allowed.

 

[stu9000]

I went out to the mooring today to do some maintenance today. It was very quiet on the Medway. Just a couple of mobos all day. Makes me wonder that if I hoisted a sail I might get a tap on the shoulder. It seems legal activity to me but clearly interpretations vary.

 

[Iliade]

Yes, everything needs a wash & tidy, but we had the green light to go sailing from both club and harbour!

NE F5 (i.e. almost directly offshore) >6kt reaching under headsails alone. Would have been a great day to head to The Solent.

 

[Molteni]

The recommendation from Portishead/Bristol is to only go out for a day sail. There are anchorages downstream on the English side of the Bristol Channel but any need to use Cardiff/Swansea/Milford Haven would involve the boat being "locked down" by the ongoing Welsh Covid regs.