Yacht Charter In Cornwall

These are great waters for yacht charter,Marine has berths.
reasonable weather with in the main good winds, aFor Penryn, follow channel marks and buoys up
dramatic coastline and numerous rivers set in beautifulPenryn River to Exchequer Quay where visiting
valleys to explore. A two week charter will enableyachts may berth. Access is tidal. Moorings are
the yacht and crew to cover most of the southavailable at Penryn Bridge Boatyard Challenger Marine
coast of Devon and Cornwall. But the area also lendshas berths
itself too much shorter charters. As an example takeFalmouth is a major yachting location in Cornwall and
a yacht charter from Falmouth and head north upsits on the shoreline of the third largest natural
the Fal estuary for Truro or go south and exploreharbour in the world. The Cornwall Maritime Museum
the beautiful River Helford.tells the storey of Falmouth's nautical history. Many
Cornwall is the oldest county in England. The region isgardens are worth viewing and the subtropical climate
known for its deeply indented coasts, rocky cliffs,supports the growth of many varieties of plants. The
and rolling moorlands. Its scenic beauty has longfollowing are well worth a visit; Fox Rosehill, Queen
attracted visitors. The craggy shores of CornwallMary, Kimberley Park and Gyllyngdune are in Falmouth
were once a haven for marauding pirates,and those of Trelissick, Glendurgan and Trebah are all
immortalised in Gilbert and Sullivan's comic opera Thereached with ease. Pendennis Castle stands on the
Pirates of Penzance.nearby headland of Pendennis Point, built by King
Eating - Cornish pasties, pastry surrounding a fillingHenry VIII between 1539-64 as a defence against
normally of meat and vegetables. Originally producedthe French. Today, the Castle, with its fine views
as food for the local miners to carry underground.across to the headlands of St Mawes and the Lizard
Variations include fillings of fish or a sweet fillingPeninsula, stages battle re-enactments, jousting
rather than savoury. Or a combination, start eating attournaments and concerts. There are several marinas
the savoury end and continue through to the sweetoffering berths. Trevissome House Marine has
course at the other end.moorings. In the harbour are 18 visitors moorings
In the main the climate is moderate and damp.marked with green buoys. A harbour launch will direct
Storms are common outside of the summer monthsyou to a suitable mooring. Do not berth at the
and the prudent yachtsman will keep a close eye onCustom House Quay or Prince of Wales Pier steps as
the weather.commercial vessels use these. If anchoring keep the
At Saltash, on the western bank of the Riverfairways and channels clear. Do not anchor in vicinity
opposite Plymouth, Saltash Boat & Mooring Serviceof the docks or small craft mooring areas.
has mooringsGweek Quay Boatyard has moorings at Gweek Quay
Torpoint is also on the west bank of the River andon the river Helford.
you will find moorings at Southdown Marina BoatPenzance is the largest town in west Cornwall and
Storagethe most westerly town in England and overlooks
West Looe lies on the Coast further to the west andMount's Bay. In the bay is St Michael's Mount, a small
Millpool Boat Yard offers moorings.circular granite island that can be reached by a
Fowey is one of the major sailing centres in Cornwall.causeway at low tide. The island rises to about 100
It is situated on the south coast of Cornwallmetres and an ancient castle and monastery sit on
between Plymouth and Falmouth and is about 20top. Penzance has many old buildings dating from the
miles from each when sailing. The town Fowey17th, 18th and 19th centuries. The National Lighthouse
stretches for about a mile along the west bank ofMuseum follows the history of local lighthouses that
the River Fowey to the mouth of the river. Ahave directed ships away from the rocky, dangerous
passenger ferry runs across the river to the villagecoastline for centuries. The Penzance Maritime
of Polruan on the opposite bank. The busy harbourMuseum has an interesting collection of nautical
has a mix of commercial shipping involved in thememorabilia. The area around Penzance is a mix of
export of the locally quarried china clay, many yachtshigh granite cliffs and white sandy beaches; many
and occasionally a large cruise liner. Fowey has ansubtropical plants thrive due to the mild climate. A
interesting history and much can be learnt about thelarge number of prehistoric burial mounds and stones
town by visiting the Museum. Or, during the summercan be seen in the area, as can the extensive
season, take a guided walk on a Tuesday morning.remains of Bronze Age villages. Penzance Harbour has
Other places of interest in and around Fowey include;50 berths for visiting yachts. Access is tidal and lock
the two block houses on either side of the harbourgates are manned on every tide, 7 days a week,
entrance, built around 1380, between which a chainfrom 2 hours before high water until on hour after
was hung to prevent the entry of unfriendly shipshigh water.
into the harbour. Polruan blockhouse may be visitedNewlyn is home to the largest fleet of fishing boats
on foot. The harbour contains both swing mooringsin the South of England. The Pilchard Museum shows
and floating pontoons. Contact Fowey Harbour Patrolhow this little fish, which was once a major part of
on VHF Channel 12 when entering the port. A waterthe local economy, was processed and packed for
taxi serves the harbour moorings, between Eastershipment to destinations worldwide. Penlee House has
and November, and can be contacted on VHFa collection of paintings from the Newlyn School. The
Channel 6 or telephone +44(0) 7774 906703. Visitingschool flourished during the late 19th century, inspiring
yacht crews are welcome to use the facilities of theartists such as Stanhope Forbes to capture the local
Fowey Gallants Sailing Club and the Royal Foweyarea on canvas. If approaching Newlyn harbour from
Yacht Club.the E stay well to the S of Gear rock. From the W
Charlestown Harbour is a 200 year old Georgian chinaan E cardinal buoy marks Low Lea shoal. 3 cables to
clay port and home to Square Sail's 3 Square Riggers.the NW a second shoal, Carn Base, is unmarked.
The harbour has lock gates open 1 hour before HW.Approach between 240ºT and 335ºT.
SE & S winds cause heavy swells that can affectOnce inside Newlyn harbour head for the SW side of
operation of lock.the central pier where you will be asked to tie up
Mevagissey Harbour is primarily a fishing Harbour. Thealongside the pier or a fishing boat.
village dates from the 15th century. If approachingThe Scilly Isles lie about 25 miles off the southwest
from south a wide berth of Citadel Point iscoast of Cornwall. There are 140 small islands and
recommended. Approach to harbour isrocks of which only five are inhabited: St Mary's,
straightforward, but a sharp lookout should beTresco, St Martin's, St Agnes and Bryher. The capital
maintained for static fishing gear in bay. The harbouris Hugh Town, situated on a narrow sandbar on the
entrance should be approached at low speed, nosouth western side of the island of St Mary's. Yachts
more than 3 knots. If the wind is from the East andcan moor or anchor St Mary's harbour. There is an
exceeds force 3 it is strongly recommended to useanchorage at Old Grimsby on the eastern side of
Fowey as an alternative.Tresco. There are moorings and an anchorage in
Truro is situated on the River Truro at the head ofGreat Bay on the northern side of St Martin's. The
the tidal estuary of the Fal. The spire-topped towerscove on the western side of St Agnes is an almost
of Truro Cathedral, the central tower is 76 metreslandlocked bay and makes for a good anchorage.
high, built between 1880 and 1910, dominate theThis report is written to provide general information
town. Many Georgian buildings survive from Truro'sfor people considering or preparing to charter a yacht
prosperous tin and copper mining days. The Royalin Devon. There is brief information and marinas,
Cornwall Museum has a good collection of paintingsharbours, moorings and anchorages you may wish to
by local artists. For Truro follow navigation buoysvisit during your charter. More detailed information on
marking the deep water channel up the Fal Estuarythis location can be found in our Cruising Guide. All this
from the entrance. Carrick Maritime Section runs thesaid, the prudent skipper, prior to embarking on the
visitors quays in Truro, including Town Quay, Worthscharter, will make sure the yacht is furnished with the
Quay and Garras Wharf. The Upper Quays of Truroappropriate, up to date, charts and pilotage notes for
are tidal and access is restricted to vessels with athe area they are intending to sail in.
draft of not more than approximately 2m. Malpas