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Cruising Areas
Trinity’s home sailing ground is the western half of the
English Channel. It is one of the finest of all areas for
cruising under sail, and South Devon is the ideal base from
which to explore it. To the west lies one of the most
attractive stretches of coastline in Europe, leading to the
inviting Isles of Scilly. South across the Channel is the
coast of France and the many islands that lie off its
shores.
Our programme also regularly takes us further afield, to all
parts of Britain and to Europe from the Biscay coast of
France to Scandinavia and the Baltic.
Devon and Cornwall
The
South
Devon and
Cornwall coasts are an area of great natural beauty.
Rolling hills end at the
sea in steep cliffs and soaring headlands, guarding sheltered coves
and quiet bays.
The
coastline is pierced by a series of estuaries, most of which are
navigable for several miles inland. The surrounding hills are often
thickly wooded down to the water’s edge. Herons stalk the shallows
and seals sun themselves on rocks exposed by the falling tide. Some of the estuaries have ancient trading ports
close to their entrance. Others are more secluded havens. There are
also smaller harbours, and a multitude of coves, some only accessible
from the sea.
The Norwegian
fjord region
A sailing holiday in and around
Scandinavia
will allow you to
discover one of the most beautiful and unspoilt regions of
Europe. Since the time of the Vikings, the history, culture
and landscape of Northern Europe has been shaped by the sea,
which is why Norway is such a perfect
place for cruising. During the summer months, the climate is warm
and dry, with long evenings that almost never end and
the
region features a rich and delightful array of coastal villages set
amongst rugged bays and hidden coves, hundreds of islands, a
striking rocky landscape and a captivating coastline -
a
summer delight and holiday paradise for sailors and sun worshippers
alike.
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Isles of Scilly
Within
25 miles of Land’s End, the
Isles of Scilly are a world apart, with an air of solitude and
tranquillity from another era. There are five inhabited islands and
about one hundred smaller islets.
The climate is very mild. It is as warm in the
Scillies in January as it is in London at Easter. Wild flowers are
everywhere; birdlife is abundant, the water is crystal clear, and the
beaches are fine, white sand.
This year, we are planning to visit the Isles of
Scilly twice at the beginning of June on Provident.
The Channel Islands
Lying south-east from Devon, and only half a day’s
sail away,
Guernsey
Herm,
Sark
and
Alderney
are the nearest of the Channel Islands, and the most pleasant to
visit.
Herm is only two miles long. Puffins bob offshore
while wading birds pick their way along the water’s edge and
skylarks sing overhead. The hedgerows abound with wild honeysuckle.
 Sark
is steep-to on all sides. The views from the top are spectacular. Time
seems to have passed the island largely by. There are no motor cars,
and transport is by bicycle or pony and trap.
Guernsey is the second largest of the islands, and
its capital St Peter Port is a pleasant town with winding cobbled
streets, an old Georgian market, good shops and many restaurants.
Alderney lies to the north of Sark, and west of Cap
de la Hague. It is quiet, and has extensive seabird colonies.
Brittany
The northern coast of
Brittany,
the most westerly part of France, is a fascinating cruising ground,
with much to offer the visitor. Some of the off-lying islands have an
almost sub-tropical microclimate. Everywhere, of course, there are
good restaurants and seafood is plentiful. Highlights include:-
The
Iles Chausey.
At high water they consist of Grand Ile, -- a mile long and a few
hundred yards wide -- and a scattering of islets. At low water (and
the tide here drops 30 feet) ten square miles of rock and sand are
exposed for exploration.
St
Malo is an old walled town with narrow, cobbled streets. Visiting
sailing vessels can berth below the massive battlements. There is much
to see and do.
Further west lies the secluded Ile de Brehat. It is a
delightful spot to visit, to wander its fascinating coastline and
explore its quiet country paths on foot or by bicycle.
Treguier
is an attractive old cathedral and
market town, lying several miles up the river of the same name.
Scotland
The west coast of Scotland is renowned as a wilderness area of
outstanding beauty and has inspired generations of artists,
musicians and writers such as Mendelson and George Orwell. It is
also a haven for wildlife and the combination of the two make the
area arguably the best cruising ground in Europe.
Our 114 year old flagship Leader has a
strong bond with the west coast of Scotland as do many of the people
who have sailed there and any sailing trip in the Hebrides will expose
you to the beauty of the scenery.
From her base at Oban, Leader will visit the islands of the Inner
and Outer Hebrides, and the sea lochs along the coast.
The birdlife at sea includes fulmars and shearwaters, gannets, skuas,
auks and terns and the coastal and shore birds include waders,
divers and birds of prey, including Golden and White-tailed eagles.
Sunsets can be spectacular, and an evening spent
under the stars, after a
relaxed and convivial meal, is a very special experience. Sometimes
there may be beach barbecues or ceilidhs ashore at occasional ports
of call.
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