Dover VTS

[Major_Clanger]

Got into Dover last night after a wet but fun beat to windward.

No particular point to the post except to say that I'm always impressed by VTS here. VTS are normally great but Dover's seem especially good; always cheerful, calm and accommodating. It must be stressful enough juggling the ferries about without the added bonus of small boats scooting about. Hats off to them.

It did make me chuckle inwardly as I was requested to make "best speed". Little did he know the 1GM10 and its egg whisk propellor were already way past terminal velocity! I would have had more speed and control under sail.

 

[Habebty]

Yes they are good there. Is it as bouncy as it is in Ramsgate at the mo?

 

[Major_Clanger]

No, just pouring with rain! Popped down Ramsgate yesterday and it seemed quieter than usual for the hols. Very sad to see the museum closed and fenced off, what's the story?

 

[Habebty]

No idea about the museum, although I did see someone about in the building. Just passing through and stopped for a couple of days to let the crappiest weather pass.

 

[johnalison]

I achieved my greatest satisfaction in Dover when I heard VTS telling a ferry that they had to wait for a yacht coming in - me.

 

[dolabriform]

Got into Dover last night after a wet but fun beat to windward.

No particular point to the post except to say that I'm always impressed by VTS here. VTS are normally great but Dover's seem especially good; always cheerful, calm and accommodating. It must be stressful enough juggling the ferries about without the added bonus of small boats scooting about. Hats off to them.

It did make me chuckle inwardly as I was requested to make "best speed". Little did he know the 1GM10 and its egg whisk propellor were already way past terminal velocity! I would have had more speed and control under sail.

So sad we're not there right now Hopefully, we'll catch up with you on your way back

 

[Major_Clanger]

So sad we're not there right now Hopefully, we'll catch up with you on your way back

That's be great, will let you know. I think we may go straight from Calais to FF though.

 

[dolabriform]

That's be great, will let you know. I think we may go straight from Calais to FF though.

Not Allowed

 

[Dee Bee]

If you are going to Calais, a query. Who do you send the PAF Schengen form on the Marina website?

 

[Major_Clanger]

If you are going to Calais, a query. Who do you send the PAF Schengen form on the Marina website?

It seems that you don't. You'll need to visit the PAF office at the ferry terminal. There's a free shuttle bus (except Sundays) from the Place d'Armes. No delays any more, just ring the bell and bingo. Not great but better than it was.