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Books and Charts covering the Solent and nearby central South Coast waters
P.Bruce4th Ed. 2008Mine of local knowledge covering the unusual and beautiful coast between Portland and Christchurch. Adored by mariners and clif walkers, this book has attracted a string of rave reviews.A5 136p 156 colour photos
A5 136p 156 colour photos
by Derek AslettA yachtsman's pilot and cruising guide to ports and harbours from Keyhaven to Chichester.Excellent pilotage and passage information is combined with informative port/harbour guides.Easy to read full colour charts and a wealth of colour photos and lots of good onshore information.200pp, hardback, 2nd edition 2008.RRP £24.95 OUR PRICE £19.99
A yachtsman's pilot and cruising guide to ports and harbours from Keyhaven to Chichester.
Excellent pilotage and passage information is combined with informative port/harbour guides.Easy to read full colour charts and a wealth of colour photos and lots of good onshore information.
200pp, hardback, 2nd edition 2008.
RRP £24.95 OUR PRICE £19.99
By Peter BruceThe established reference work for the Solent, first published in 1985 and regularly updated. Pilotage data for the avoidance of the Solent perils are accompanied by ariel photographs taken at extreme low water spring tide which reveals them in an explicit manner.A5 size, 112pp, colour photos, 6th edition.
The established reference work for the Solent, first published in 1985 and regularly updated. Pilotage data for the avoidance of the Solent perils are accompanied by ariel photographs taken at extreme low water spring tide which reveals them in an explicit manner.
A5 size, 112pp, colour photos, 6th edition.
P.BrucePopular tidal atlas gives excellent detail both in the main fairways and where the eddies form, Printed on durable plastic waterproof paper. Another standard work of the Solent.A5
Popular tidal atlas gives excellent detail both in the main fairways and where the eddies form, Printed on durable plastic waterproof paper. Another standard work of the Solent.
A5
P.Bruce & G. WatsonModern technology has brought some new and very accurate tidal stream data to this popular coastline. This is a significant improvement on previous information, particularly close inshore.18pp A5 waterproof
Modern technology has brought some new and very accurate tidal stream data to this popular coastline. This is a significant improvement on previous information, particularly close inshore.
18pp A5 waterproof
by Peter BruceCompanion to Solent Hazards, covering the South side of the Isle of Wight. The detailed information given, such as transits to clear rock ledges and ariel photographs, allow small vessels to be navigated in confidence close to the shore.Colour photographs throughout, both sea level and aerial.A5 92pp, 2001 edition
Companion to Solent Hazards, covering the South side of the Isle of Wight. The detailed information given, such as transits to clear rock ledges and ariel photographs, allow small vessels to be navigated in confidence close to the shore.
Colour photographs throughout, both sea level and aerial.A5 92pp, 2001 edition
By G. Sunderland / M. BroughtonTide flow book for the Solent and around the Isle of Wight, including the southern side - ideal for racers. 360' spiral bound. Half hour data surveyed in 2004.Section 1 - Solent, Section 2 West Solent, Section 3 South WightVersion 4 released 2008, includes additional surveys 2007 and 2008 and 2008 buoy names.360pp waterproof pages, spiral bound
Tide flow book for the Solent and around the Isle of Wight, including the southern side - ideal for racers. 360' spiral bound. Half hour data surveyed in 2004.
Section 1 - Solent, Section 2 West Solent, Section 3 South Wight
Version 4 released 2008, includes additional surveys 2007 and 2008 and 2008 buoy names.
360pp waterproof pages, spiral bound
Winning Tides - Hill Head Plateau - Super Zoom.By G. SunderlandFrom the author of 'Winning Tides' and 'Winning Knowledge' this book covers the Hill Head Plateaux tides in detail. An additional survey was required to further understand the complex tides caused by The Bramble Bank, Southampton water and the shallow ground of the Plateau.' Just loved getting back out on the Solent and with the increased resolution of tide measurement points we found some great detail. Tide lines are shown in this addition along with some really great definition. This book will satisfy the knowledge hungry racer in a very new way.'
From the author of 'Winning Tides' and 'Winning Knowledge' this book covers the Hill Head Plateaux tides in detail. An additional survey was required to further understand the complex tides caused by The Bramble Bank, Southampton water and the shallow ground of the Plateau.
' Just loved getting back out on the Solent and with the increased resolution of tide measurement points we found some great detail. Tide lines are shown in this addition along with some really great definition. This book will satisfy the knowledge hungry racer in a very new way.'
By G. Sunderland and R. Holmes2007The ultimate book dedicated to yacht racing in the Solent, with all the local knowledge needed to win. Pictures and diagrams alongside great text truly uncovers the local secrets.15 areas broken down. Also includes a Round the Island Section Pb. 109pp. graphics and photos
The ultimate book dedicated to yacht racing in the Solent, with all the local knowledge needed to win. Pictures and diagrams alongside great text truly uncovers the local secrets.
15 areas broken down. Also includes a Round the Island Section
Pb. 109pp. graphics and photos
"Winning Wet Notes" features are designed by professional racing navigators. Includes pre-printed sections and blank pages: course notes, SI check list, new tide notes designed, calibration records, last COG/TWD, racing flags, international flag symbols and Solent buoy maps.Spiral bound, 15cm x 10cm.
Spiral bound, 15cm x 10cm.
Michael Reeve-FowkesCovers the area Lyme Regis/Lezardrieux in the west to Newhaven/Le Havre in the east. Well established and well produced. Large landscape format.Based on HW Cherbourg.Paperback, 32pp
Covers the area Lyme Regis/Lezardrieux in the west to Newhaven/Le Havre in the east. Well established and well produced. Large landscape format.Based on HW Cherbourg.
Paperback, 32pp
Folded, laminated chart showing Solent racing and navigation marks from Hurst to Portsmouth. Large scale central Solent on the reverse side. Bearings printed from mark to mark.Also includes free mini buoy racer. From the producers of 'Winning Tides'.
Also includes free mini buoy racer.
From the producers of 'Winning Tides'.
Each Folio consists of 10 - 12 A2 size charts, recompiled to provide exact and detailed information of popular cruising areas. Supplied in a durable plastic wallet.The Solent includes - Outer Approaches, Westren Solent, Eastern Solent (Plan Bembridge Hbr.), Needles Channel and Approaches, Yarmouth to Beaulieu River (Plan Yarmouth Hbr.), Stansore Point to Ryde, Cowes to Hamble, Southampton Water and Approaches (plan R. Itchen, R. Hamble ent.), Spithead, Portsmouth & Langstone Hbrs., Chichester Hbr.
The Solent includes - Outer Approaches, Westren Solent, Eastern Solent (Plan Bembridge Hbr.), Needles Channel and Approaches, Yarmouth to Beaulieu River (Plan Yarmouth Hbr.), Stansore Point to Ryde, Cowes to Hamble, Southampton Water and Approaches (plan R. Itchen, R. Hamble ent.), Spithead, Portsmouth & Langstone Hbrs., Chichester Hbr.
Solent Planning Chart (1:118,200). Coverage of: Christchurch Bay (1:29,000), The Needles (1:29,000), Western Solent (1:29,000), Central Solent (1:29,000), Southampton Water (1:29,000), Eastern Solent (1:29,000). Large scale harbour plans of the River Hamble and River Itchen.Tidal stream diagrams and Solent area waypoints including racing marks.2004 Edition
Bembridge to Hurst Point and SouthamptonPlans: River Hamble, River Itchen, Yarmouth Harbour, Lymington River, Beaulieu River, Wootton Creek, Newtown River, Cowes Harbour, Bembridge Harbour, Hythe Marina1:35,000
Plans: River Hamble, River Itchen, Yarmouth Harbour, Lymington River, Beaulieu River, Wootton Creek, Newtown River, Cowes Harbour, Bembridge Harbour, Hythe Marina1:35,000
Plans: Continuation of Southampton Water, River Hamble, Lymington River, Bembridge Harbour1:52,500
Area 1 - The Solent and ApproachesSpiral bound, waterproof, folio of charts. A3 size (42cm x 30cm).5901.1 Central Solent 1:46,875 5901.2 Western Solent 1:46,875 5901.3 The Needles 1:46,875 5901.4 IOW, S.W. Coast 1:46,875 5901.5 IOW, St Catherine's Pt. 1:46,875,5901.6 IOW,S.E. Coast 1:46,875, 5901.7 IOW, Foreland 1:46,875, 5901.8 Nab Channel 1:46,875, 5901.9 Eastern Solent 1:46,875, 5901.10 A Entrance to Lymington River 1:5,000 B Cont. of Lymington River 1:5,000 5901.11 A Beaulieu River Ent. 1:10,000, B Yarmouth Hbr 1:3,000 5901.12 A Cowes Hbr & R. Medina 1:3,500. B Cont.of R. Medina 1:3,500, 5901.13 Southampton Water 1:25,000, 5901.14 A Entrance to R. Hamble 1:5,000 B Cont. of River Hamble 1:5,000 5901.15 Appr. to Southampton 1:10,000, 5901.16 Portsmouth Hbr Entrance 1:25,000, 5901.17 Langstone Hbrr Entrance 1:20,000, 5901.18 Chichester Hbr Entrance 1:20,000
5901.1 Central Solent 1:46,875 5901.2 Western Solent 1:46,875 5901.3 The Needles 1:46,875 5901.4 IOW, S.W. Coast 1:46,875 5901.5 IOW, St Catherine's Pt. 1:46,875,5901.6 IOW,S.E. Coast 1:46,875, 5901.7 IOW, Foreland 1:46,875, 5901.8 Nab Channel 1:46,875, 5901.9 Eastern Solent 1:46,875, 5901.10 A Entrance to Lymington River 1:5,000 B Cont. of Lymington River 1:5,000 5901.11 A Beaulieu River Ent. 1:10,000, B Yarmouth Hbr 1:3,000 5901.12 A Cowes Hbr & R. Medina 1:3,500. B Cont.of R. Medina 1:3,500, 5901.13 Southampton Water 1:25,000, 5901.14 A Entrance to R. Hamble 1:5,000 B Cont. of River Hamble 1:5,000 5901.15 Appr. to Southampton 1:10,000, 5901.16 Portsmouth Hbr Entrance 1:25,000, 5901.17 Langstone Hbrr Entrance 1:20,000, 5901.18 Chichester Hbr Entrance 1:20,000
2008 EDITION DUE JUNEShows racing marks. Covers the entire Solent and includes Nab Tower and entrance to Chichester Harbour, to South West approaches to the Solent.Tidal stream charts for the Solent and Isle of Wight shown on reverse side.Folds down to A4 size. Produced annually.
Shows racing marks. Covers the entire Solent and includes Nab Tower and entrance to Chichester Harbour, to South West approaches to the Solent.Tidal stream charts for the Solent and Isle of Wight shown on reverse side.
Folds down to A4 size. Produced annually.
2008 EDITION DUE JUNEShows racing buoys in the mid Solent. Covers the area from Peel Wreck / Mother Bank in the east to Peters & May and Elephant in the east, together with the mainland shore and entrance to Southampton Water. On reverse side there is a chart showing an extended area with the main marks from Portsmouth to Newtown Creek.Produced annually.
Shows racing buoys in the mid Solent. Covers the area from Peel Wreck / Mother Bank in the east to Peters & May and Elephant in the east, together with the mainland shore and entrance to Southampton Water. On reverse side there is a chart showing an extended area with the main marks from Portsmouth to Newtown Creek.Produced annually.
2008 EDITION DUE JUNEWest Solent encapsulated racing chart showing the racing buoys for the area west of Stansore Point / Gurnard, west to Hurst Castle / NE Shingles and Warden. On the reverse side is a crat showing the buoys in an extended area from Newtown Creek to Portsmouth.Produced annually.
West Solent encapsulated racing chart showing the racing buoys for the area west of Stansore Point / Gurnard, west to Hurst Castle / NE Shingles and Warden. On the reverse side is a crat showing the buoys in an extended area from Newtown Creek to Portsmouth.
Produced annually.
2008 EDITION DUE JUNEEast Solent encapsulated racing chart showing the racing buoys in the area east of Lee on Solent / Wootton, east to Nab Tower and Chichester Harbour entrance.On the reverse side the buoys are shown for an extended area from Portsmouth to Newtwon Creek.Produced annually.
East Solent encapsulated racing chart showing the racing buoys in the area east of Lee on Solent / Wootton, east to Nab Tower and Chichester Harbour entrance.On the reverse side the buoys are shown for an extended area from Portsmouth to Newtwon Creek.
A circumnavigation of the Isle of Wight.Aerial shots supported by underwater and offshore pictures illustrating many of the hazards found around the coastline of the Island.This DVD is designed to supplement the information you will find on charts. It should not be used for navigation.
Aerial shots supported by underwater and offshore pictures illustrating many of the hazards found around the coastline of the Island.
This DVD is designed to supplement the information you will find on charts. It should not be used for navigation.
1000 piece jigsaw puzzle based on the Admiralty Small Craft Folio chart number SC 5600.1.483mm x 686mm (19"" x 27"")
483mm x 686mm (19"" x 27"")
Deluxe quality jigsaw, based on the Admiralty chart.1000 pieces, 483mm x 686mm (19" x 27")
1000 pieces, 483mm x 686mm (19" x 27")
A plastic card which allows you to dial in the time relative to Portsmouth High water and the tidal fow directions and strength are shown on the map. One side covers the whole Solent and Isle of Wight and the other side shows the Cowes area in more detail. A quick ready reference.260cmx210cm
260cmx210cm
A plastic card which allows you to dial in the time relative to Portsmouth High Water and then arrows show the direction and strength of the tidal flow on the map. Covers the immediate area around Cowes. Tidal heights are shown on the reverse side.12cm x 290cm
12cm x 290cm
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