Inverness to Great Yarmouth

[AntarcticPilot]

I sailed (in my father's yacht) from Dunbar in the 60s. Excellent little harbour; I've heard it is silted in the entrance these days, so watch out if approaching at low water.

However, the entrance is tricky if you've not seen it from landward before-hand, as it involves a right-angle turn after passing between the first set of rocks. There are leading lights if you know where they are, but as in many places, they tend to disappear amongst the street lights. Also (back in the 60s!) the line of the leading lights was somewhat to one side of the channel.

I'd say it was an excellent place to visit, but that approaching it for the first time in bad conditions as a refuge might be a little on the exciting side. However, excellent shelter when you're in.

 

[EdWingfield]

I sailed (in my father's yacht) from Dunbar in the 60s. Excellent little harbour; I've heard it is silted in the entrance these days, so watch out if approaching at low water.

However, the entrance is tricky if you've not seen it from landward before-hand, as it involves a right-angle turn after passing between the first set of rocks. There are leading lights if you know where they are, but as in many places, they tend to disappear amongst the street lights. Also (back in the 60s!) the line of the leading lights was somewhat to one side of the channel.

I'd say it was an excellent place to visit, but that approaching it for the first time in bad conditions as a refuge might be a little on the exciting side. However, excellent shelter when you're in.

Agree with all except I'd amend to, do not attempt to enter with NE swell. That swell will enter the harbour and chuck you about. You'll spend the night fretting, adjusting lines and wall board - I know!