Cherbourg Scuttlebutt 2026

[colhel]

Following a few threads and discussions there does seem to be some interest in getting the annual YBW cruise to Cherbourg re-started. So, let's see how much interest is out there.
For those that haven't had the opportunity to take part, (the last one being pre-covid and pre-brexit), this was an opportunity for both seasoned cross Channel sailors and those who'd like to sail across for the first time to stretch their legs with a sociable gathering in Cherbourg.
I do have some sad news to share. I read online Fergus who was one of the main "organisers" and encouraged me and others to take part died last year. Being a fluent French speaker and seasoned and a highly experienced and knowledgeable sailor and an all round good bloke, his help will be greatly missed.
Roger (Sailfree) I believe is very much still around and living in Portugal was also driving force for this yearly event.
Past Scuttlebutts have taken place in September and timed to coincide with Neap Tides to aid in passage planning and flatter seas.
Who's in?

 

[Mark-1]

Too far for a Corribee but I'll crew if anyone will take me. Did one before the kids were born and really enjoyed it.

 

[Wandering Star]

Ooh yes, sounds good, the Scuttlebutt Cherbourg cruise was something of a unique experience. The one that always stands out was where we stability tested Stingo’s Beneteau prior to his solo Transat. Anyway, yes, I’d certainly be up for it so long as someone else does the organising!

 

[Sticky Fingers]

Is this for sail only? Or is there a mobo contingent too?

 

[colhel]

. The reason I posted in the Scuttlebutt section was this is where primarily those that took part in the past will see it and I didn't want to double post.
I think it would be fantastic if we could motor boaters interested. Especially as I'm now a motor boaters myself.

 

[NickRobinson]

Recently bought 8m. Cloud Nine and based it at Kemps. I'd be up for Cherbourg if <F4. Please book weather appropriately-

 

[Boathook]

I will add my name to the list as a possible.

 

[FairweatherDave]

Yes, if the weather is good , definitely up for it. Been hoping it would get revived

 

[bedouin]

I can't remember the last time I went on one of those - I'm certainly interested

 

[MontyMariner]

Good idea Colin, I miss the get togethers we had.
Mark, I'm getting fed up with doing the trips solo, so if you fancy setting off from Wareham, you would be welcome to join me.
It would be nice to meet up again (we sailed to Lulworth in 2010)

 

[Mark-1]

Good idea Colin, I miss the get togethers we had.
Mark, I'm getting fed up with doing the trips solo, so if you fancy setting off from Wareham, you would be welcome to join me.
It would be nice to meet up again (we sailed to Lulworth in 2010)

Yes, I'm up for that, thankyou!

 

[Chiara’s slave]

A long way in the future for firm plans, but we’d like to do it, assuming it doesn’t clash too badly with the racing calendar.

 

[capnsensible]

A long way in the future for firm plans, but we’d like to do it, assuming it doesn’t clash too badly with the racing calendar.

As your boat is faster than an Anderson 22, won't you have time to sail to Cherbourg, nip back to do the race and still be back in Cherbourg for supper?

 

[colhel]

As your boat is faster than an Anderson 22,

What!?

 

[Sticky Fingers]

What!?

He’s got a Dragonfly trimaran. Speed demon.

 

[FairweatherDave]

Many things are faster than our Konsort . Just gooogled UK daylight hours 2025 for curiousity. 9th September 13hours, 25 September 12 hours. Will stock up on carrots.

 

[colhel]

In the past the September weather did put a spanner in the works. It was suggested in the past if we should move to a more midsummer date with the advantage of longer daylight hours. Any thoughts on this?

Many things are faster than our Konsort . Just gooogled UK daylight hours 2025 for curiousity. 9th September 13hours, 25 September 12 hours. Will stock up on carrots.

 

[wizard]

Count me in as per our recent discussion on the matter.

We also need as before someone to run up a secure password protected database where skippers can add their boat names, phone numbers, day of departure, spare places etc. so people can link up to go in company (especially those going for the first time)

 

[newtothis]

As your boat is faster than an Anderson 22, won't you have time to sail to Cherbourg, nip back to do the race and still be back in Cherbourg for supper?

You have demonstrated you don't understand the laws of physics. Back to school. The speed of speed of an Anderson 22 is an axiomatic constant: A22 = 1 / √(ε₀μ₀)

 

[chubby]

I did the Scuttlebutt trips in Dabchick ( 32 ft Barbary Ketch motorsailor) several times and would be up for a revival. The September was perhaps chosen as it was less likely to clash with family holidays and just outside school holidays.