Submitted by david.phillips on
Just been reading David Claassen's account of his Trip into Wells-next-the-Sea.
I kept two different boats here for many years. Wells can be dangerous to enter or leave.
You should never enter or leave when there is any 'NORTH' in the wind.
I have seen 1 boat sink and another wrecked on the bar. Once in bad weather, a 500 ton coaster ended up on the quay.
The Harbourmaster Robert Smith has written an excellent book titled 'Over The Bar' - are you with me David ?
It details his life in Wells as lifeboatman and harbourmaster,lots of photos of wrecks etc.
the book should be available from Amazon. Regards to all.
3 Comments
Great info
Submitted by david.claassen on
David,
I went in on an Easterly wind, bare poles. I actually cannot wait to get up there again.
David
Keep turning left
Submitted by john.pompei on
Hi David
I only received the latest MacGregor Sailor mag yesterday and have just read of your exploits - WOW!
I really will be “All Ears” when we meet at the 2020 Big Mac for those beers 🍻
Well done have a great Christmas
John
ASHANTI 2008M
John,
Submitted by david.claassen on
John,
Thanks..it was a fun trip. Have a lovely Christmas.
David