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Pilot and Cruising Guide DVDs
Pilotage and Cruising Guide DVDs. Caribbean, Pacific and Mediterranean DVD guides are arranged first, followed by the UK and UK Telepilot DVD series
2006Circumnavigate Santa Cruz Island, review local sailing conditions, explore 15 anchorages and learn about the National Park and Marine Sanctuary.70 minutes
70 minutes
Shot entirely on location between Miami and Trinidad this programme features the Dominican Republic, Antigua, St. Lucia, Martinique, St Vincent & Grenada. It also features special anchorages in the Caribbean along with a close examination of your boat, deck & electronic equipment needed. Running time: 60 mins
Running time: 60 mins
2005Features a complete circumnavigation of the island, highlighting the most popular harbours and anchorages. Includes onshore visits to Avalon, Two Harbours and the interior. 56 minutes
56 minutes
A visual guide to visiting Mexico. Features a round trip to Ensenada including extensive tours of the harbour, marinas and boating facilities, a side trip to Baja's wine region and in-depth interviews with boating Mexico experts, immigration and port officials plus advice on destinations throughout Baja and the Sea of Cortez. 100 mins
100 mins
2007Three DVD set with 6 hours filming. Covers security issues, handling bureacracy, the threat of piracy. Covers Turkey to Egypt with a 3 day trip down the Nile transiting the Sueaz Canal, Jorday, Syria , Lebanon and Israel.6 hours
6 hours
2004Combines cruising the Bahamas and Transatlantic Crossing film with updates on the Abacos and Bahamas. Includes provisioning and where to go.3 hours
3 hours
Distant Shores is the ultimate sailing-travel adventure. These five DVDs take you across the Mediterranean. From the rock of Gibraltar in the west to Istanbul in the East, north to Dubrovnik, the Croatian Islands to the Grand Canal of Venice and south to Tunisia. Also covered are the Balearic Islands, the Aegean islands and many places you can only reach by boat.Each DVD is 3 hours. Paul and Sheryl Shard take you aboard their Classic 37 sailboat 'Two Step' to explore Mediterranean cruising destinations.5 DVDs in set, total running time 15 hours
Each DVD is 3 hours. Paul and Sheryl Shard take you aboard their Classic 37 sailboat 'Two Step' to explore Mediterranean cruising destinations.
5 DVDs in set, total running time 15 hours
2005A 5 day cruise along the British Columbia coast. Destinations include Princess Louisa Marine Park, Sunshine Coast ports of call and Chatterbox Falls.30 minutes
A 5 day cruise along the British Columbia coast. Destinations include Princess Louisa Marine Park, Sunshine Coast ports of call and Chatterbox Falls.
30 minutes
Sailing from the Adriatic Sea with nautical highlights of Greece.The voyage starts in Croatia, goes along the Italian coast southwards to cross the Street of Otranto and arrives on the Greek island of Othonoi. A round trip begins in Corfu where selected sites like Paxos, Levkas, Meganision, Ithaka and top destinations along the mainland are presented. All the recordings of this film were made on board. Many pictures show a bird's-eye view, so you have a great view of the bays, anchorages and harbours visited.Running time: 60 mins.
The voyage starts in Croatia, goes along the Italian coast southwards to cross the Street of Otranto and arrives on the Greek island of Othonoi. A round trip begins in Corfu where selected sites like Paxos, Levkas, Meganision, Ithaka and top destinations along the mainland are presented.
All the recordings of this film were made on board. Many pictures show a bird's-eye view, so you have a great view of the bays, anchorages and harbours visited.
Running time: 60 mins.
This DVD combines evocative and revealing landscape photography of a very high order, and fine picture quality combined with an authoritative commentary and analysis of what Bhreacain's Cauldron actually is and does. At last
In this DVD you hear and see the authentic views of those for whom the waters of the Channel are their playground: one of the last places in England where accessible, great sailing is available to everyone. Most of all, it is the variety of cruising destinations within the Channel that surprises: from the traditional West Country ports of Ilfracombe and Watchet to the idyllic beauty of Milford Haven with its twenty-two miles of secluded waterways to explore. Whilst if you prefer a more lively time, the ports of Bristol and Cardiff have all the facilities and attractions of major cities.Bristol, Portishead Quays, Penarth Quays, Swansea, Milford Haven, Lundy, Ilfracombe & Watchet1 hour, 25 minutes
Most of all, it is the variety of cruising destinations within the Channel that surprises: from the traditional West Country ports of Ilfracombe and Watchet to the idyllic beauty of Milford Haven with its twenty-two miles of secluded waterways to explore.
Whilst if you prefer a more lively time, the ports of Bristol and Cardiff have all the facilities and attractions of major cities.
Bristol, Portishead Quays, Penarth Quays, Swansea, Milford Haven, Lundy, Ilfracombe & Watchet1 hour, 25 minutes
2009 A 13 day Leeward Islands cruise on a 44' sailing catamaranThe 4th DVD in the series covers a day skippered Caribbean charter in a Privilege 435 sailing catamaran. The islands visited include St Martin, Anguilla, Dog Island, St Bartholomew, St Kitts, Nevis, Montserrat, Saba and the British Virgin Islands.73 minutes
A 13 day Leeward Islands cruise on a 44' sailing catamaran
The 4th DVD in the series covers a day skippered Caribbean charter in a Privilege 435 sailing catamaran. The islands visited include St Martin, Anguilla, Dog Island, St Bartholomew, St Kitts, Nevis, Montserrat, Saba and the British Virgin Islands.
73 minutes
Harbours on Film series2010Covers Bosham, Thorney, Sweare Deep and Emsworth Channels. This film shows the landmarks, lights, channels and anchorages, boatyards, marinas, quaysides and villages. Discover historic Bosham and see Birdhams scenic treasures
Harbours on Film series2010Discover Dartford and the hidden creeks. Follow the beautiful River Dart to Totnes. Well researched information combining chart overlays, directions, compass headings and pilotage narration.
Harbours on Film Series2010This film takes you from seaward to Falmouth inner harbour and up the Penryn River to the marina. The vibrance of Falmouth contrasts with the tranquility of the picturesque St Mawes Harbour.
Harbours on Film Series2010This film has well researched information with chart overlays, concise directions, compass headings and pilotage narration. Shows the landmarks, lights, buoyage, channels, boatyards and quays.
Harbours on Film Series2010Porthnavas Creek, Gweek, Gillan Creek. Approach from Falmouth, avoiding August Rock, then make an approach from the south clearing Manacles Rocks. Inside Helford River, travel to Gweek, Porthnavas, Helford Point, Helford Village and Helford Sailing Club..
Harbours on Film Series2010Covers the River Yealm and approaches, Newton and Noss Creeks. Well researched information with chart overlays, concise directions, compass headings. Shows the landmarks and lights, transits, channels, boatyards, quaysides and villages.
Shepperton to Tower BridgeThis pilotage DVD contains all the advice and warnings, including the half tide section. Information via National Rivers Authority and Port of London Authority interviews.180 mins
This pilotage DVD contains all the advice and warnings, including the half tide section. Information via National Rivers Authority and Port of London Authority interviews.
180 mins
Pilot DVD from Tower Bridge past Woolwich, to Thames Reach and Medway.180 mins.
180 mins.
Journey out of the Estuary.This DVD prepares you for taking a craft to sea for your first off-shore passage. Traditional navigation should the electrics fail.110mins
This DVD prepares you for taking a craft to sea for your first off-shore passage. Traditional navigation should the electrics fail.
110mins
An Estuary Crossing.This pilot DVD crosses the Thames Estuary via the North Edinburgh Channel through the sandbanks close to low water. 60 mins
This pilot DVD crosses the Thames Estuary via the North Edinburgh Channel through the sandbanks close to low water.
60 mins
The Route to RochesterAn approach from the North East via the South Shoebury buoy, or Essex side of the Thames Estuary. Into the Medway past Garrison Point and up through the Medway towns to Medway Bridge Marina.180mins
Havengore Passage 'The Shoal Draft Short CutPilot DVD to and from Thames Estuary and Burnham On Crouch. The pilotage is carried out in both directions, over the Broomway through the lifting bridge to Potton Point in the River Crouch.120mins.
120mins.
Crouch and Roach RiversEast Swale to BattlesbridgeThis pilotage DVD includes a passage accross the Thames Estuary from the East Swale.180mins.
180mins.
East Channel, the shorter crossing.The Dover Strait crossing to France Tele-Pilot, shot in worsening conditions and gale force winds. This video will either stop you going, or let you know what you are in for!120 mins.
The Dover Strait crossing to France Tele-Pilot, shot in worsening conditions and gale force winds. This video will either stop you going, or let you know what you are in for!
120 mins.
Poole to Alderney, Needles to Cherbourg and to Alderney.The longer crossing. Filmed over several crossings and giving a variety of conditions. This video includes advice on the tidal stream effect.180 mins.
Filmed over several crossings and giving a variety of conditions. This video includes advice on the tidal stream effect.
Losing an anchor off Sandwich Bar and the associated problems. Tigt River Stour navigation plus mooring advice at Town Quay. Dover includes access via both entrances and using VHF to avoid the frequent ferries.180 mins.
This video continues on from the Channel 3 DVD. Bray, Alderney to St Peter Port and Beaucette Guernsey. Navigating the Swinge and Little Russel Passages.162 mins.
162 mins.
St Peter Port to St Helier, including a special feature on thetidal stream. St Helier port signals, advice on ship manoeuvres, passing Corbiere Light House.120 mins
120 mins
An approach starting at the Nab Tower, Information needed to safely pass the Winner Bank. Includes information at Sparkes Yacht Harbour and a visit to Hayling Island Sailing Club.60 mins.
60 mins.
North of the Winner bank. Includes Chichester Marina, Birdham Pool, Dell Quay, Northney Marina, Emsworth, Mill Rythe, Furzfield Creek.180 mins.
Approach via the submerged barrier off Southsea, includes a full coverage of Southsea Marina, Brockhampton Quay, Kendals Wharf.60 mins.
Approach at Spit Sand Fort and enter the very busy harbour entrance and the required Small Craft Passage. Visit Camber and Nicholsons MArina, passage to Port Solent Marina and the passage to Fareham Creek.60 mins.
A complete anti clockwise passage starting and finishing at St Catherines Point after leaving Chichester entrance.180 mins.
East Head to Studland Bay - a Solent passage.140 mins.
140 mins.
Approach from English Channel via Anvil Point and Swanage. Shows the hazardous Poole entrance, buoyage system and 4.5knot tide. Lifting Poole bridge. Cobbs Quay, Salterns Marina, mooring advice at Poole Quay.177 mins.
177 mins.
Poole harbour anchorages and secondary channels. The Wareham Channel and passage up the River Frome. Arrival at Wareham at high water and shots at low water. Finally out of the harbour to an anchorage in Studland Bay.176 mins.
176 mins.
Features an overnight stay in Lulworth Cove, on past Portland Bill, St Albans Head, Anvil Point and to Brixham and Brixham Marina. The final leg to Salcombe in strong winds.151 mins.
151 mins.
Vol. 2 'Passage West Two'This is a continuation of C5/1 DVD. Departing from Salcombe and continuing in bad weather to Plymouth. Overnight stay in Barn Pool and a stop in Cawsand Bay. On to Pendennis Marina, Falmouth and finally to St Mary's, Isle of Scilly174mins.
This is a continuation of C5/1 DVD. Departing from Salcombe and continuing in bad weather to Plymouth. Overnight stay in Barn Pool and a stop in Cawsand Bay. On to Pendennis Marina, Falmouth and finally to St Mary's, Isle of Scilly
174mins.
Approach from Dodman Pt. into Fowey Harbour, then on to the Shoaling River and up 10 miles to St Winnow Church.100 mins.
100 mins.
'The Ultimate Coastal Challenge'All the advice you need to combine a great holiday and a great adventure, including 'to go or not to go' advice. Locations include St mary's, Porth Cressa, The Cove, Smith and Grimsby Sounds, Crow Bar.176mins.
176mins.
'The Ultimate Island Challenge'.Isles of Scilly 2 continues with locations not found in Isles of Scilly 1. Such as Bishops Rock and Round Island Light Houses, Old Grimsby and Dolphin Town; St Helen's Pool Anchorage, Tean Sound, Hugh Town and much more.Traditional navigation features strongly, while cruising and navigating amongst the rocky shoals going from island to island.Running time: 173 mins
Isles of Scilly 2 continues with locations not found in Isles of Scilly 1. Such as Bishops Rock and Round Island Light Houses, Old Grimsby and Dolphin Town; St Helen's Pool Anchorage, Tean Sound, Hugh Town and much more.Traditional navigation features strongly, while cruising and navigating amongst the rocky shoals going from island to island.
Running time: 173 mins
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