Portishead to the sHamble

[rafiki_]

After 3 years on the Bristol Channel, Rafiki is returning to the Hamble. We plan to make this epic trip next week, subject to the weather. First leg to Padstow, then around the bend, the rest is open at the moment. Any thoughts or tips gratefully received.

 

[boddubbay]

Call in at the Scillies on the way if the weather allows it.

 

[CharlieAlpha]

Do we need to organise a welcome flotilla for when you enter Southampton water . How long time wise are you planning to make the trip over?

 

[rafiki_]

Do we need to organise a welcome flotilla for when you enter Southampton water . How long time wise are you planning to make the trip over?

Plan to arrive late next week, Friday/Saturday. Aiming to get away Monday/Tuesday. Scillies out this time, but would look to stop at Falmouth, possibly Torquay, Poole. No fixed plans yet.

Will be great to hook up with some of you when we finally make it��

 

[sharpness]

Is the move a permanent one Paul, or are you just heading their for the summer. Either way, have a great safe trip.

 

[rafiki_]

Is the move a permanent one Paul, or are you just heading their for the summer. Either way, have a great safe trip.

Well, at least the next year, to explore the Solent etc. No real need to stay at Portishead, and looking for some blue water ��

 

[sharpness]

Go on admit it, you'll miss the beautiful muddy brown waters

 

[rafiki_]

Go on admit it, you'll miss the beautiful muddy brown waters

Not so sure about that Jon

 

[superheat6k]

Where will you be keeping Rafiki ?

Look forward to seeing you back here Paul.

 

[burgundyben]

I favour Dartmouth or Brixham over Torquay, fuel at both.

 

[jfm]

Southampton -where you load onto the ship bound for the Med
Good luck with the voyage

 

[rafiki_]

Where will you be keeping Rafiki ?

Look forward to seeing you back here Paul.

Not confirmed yet, but could be Deacons. Will be great to catch up Trevor.

 

[rafiki_]

I favour Dartmouth or Brixham over Torquay, fuel at both.

Interesting, will look at them as options.

 

[rafiki_]

Southampton -where you load onto the ship bound for the Med
Good luck with the voyage

Many thanks.

 

[burgundyben]

Actually, also, Weymouth is ok for an overnight.

Lots of pubs, fish and chips, M&S foodhall, Yacht club, incredibly cheap sailing club. Clean showers ashore.

 

[rafiki_]

Actually, also, Weymouth is ok for an overnight.

Lots of pubs, fish and chips, M&S foodhall, Yacht club, incredibly cheap sailing club. Clean showers ashore.

Ben, thanks, will look at this option.

 

[Sneds]

Hey Paul, have great trip!

 

[rafiki_]

Hey Paul, have great trip!

Thanks Ian. Actually I'm looking for crew if you're interested ��

 

[petem]

Thanks Ian. Actually I'm looking for crew if you're interested ��

I'd offer but running a bit short on annual leave. Anyhow, great that you're making the move and I think Deacons is where I'd head in your shoes.

 

[rafiki_]

I'd offer but running a bit short on annual leave. Anyhow, great that you're making the move and I think Deacons is where I'd head in your shoes.

Do you really prefer the Med to the Sarf Coast?