February 14th 2004

Narrative:

The cruise began with a motor in flat calm conditions to Buckler's Hard up the Beaulieu river with Atlantis and Legacy in close company. That night was probably the coldest we had experienced so far this winter so it was good that we had eaten well that evening (spag bol and garlic bread!).

In the morning we had a short sail to Newtown for brunch. (sorry no pics)

Then a motor and a sail from Cowes to Portsmouth harbour Gunwharf quays after a brief trip around the harbour looking at the 'grey funnel' line ships.

Monday was warmer but with no wind again for the return to Hamble via Cowes

 

 

 

 

 

Bucklers Hard on the Beaulieu river.

 

 

The red line shows where Atlantis went during the two days. Click on the chart to see more detail.

Gunwharf quays in Portsmouth harbour

Newtown creek

for breakfast

Cowes for lunch

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Beauliew Spit Cardinal ahead! Nearly time to turn to Beaulieu
Beaulieu River Entrance Beaulieu River Entrance
Approaching Portsmouth Hbr Portsmouth dockyard Portsmouth dockyard
Breakfast on Legacy Breakfast on Legacy Breakfast on Legacy
Legacy & Atlantis at Gunwharf Spinnaker Tower Legacy & Atlantis at Gunwharf
It would be wamer with a hat and gloves!

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