The day started well with a drive to Lymington taking us for 30 minutes throught the beautiful New Forest. It appears that a number of ponies have recently foaled as evidenced by the numbers seen - Milly i know you would have loved it. Went through a lovely village called Burley - well worth a visit.
On arriving in Lymington we quickly prepared and set off. Due to the wind direction and hugh tidal race we always knew we would have to tow until the needles - which we did.
There was a hell of a tide race at off Hurst Castle and a number of very rough looking overfalls also.
Havign passed the needles we soon set sail. The forcast was a 3-4 from the South. Direction was accurate but sadly not wind stregth. We sailed at about 3 knots for a couple of hours until it died off then reluctalntly towed- Agghhh!
Having passed St Albans head as we rounded the corner, the scenery changed to beautifully dramatic sea cliffs - stunning
We are currently moored at Castle Cove sailing club in Portland Harbour - Sarah the vice commodore and Barry the boatman were lovely and have sorted both boats with moorings until we leave.
On that subject - have just checked the weather and it still remains unsailable tomorrow and OK for Friday - so fingers crossed.
it is going to chuck it down tomorrow - the plan is to visit Lulworth cove - and the surrounding area - it looked stunning as we passed at sea.
I feel sad that all being well we only have one more days sailing - i cannot believe that this fantastic adventure is comming to an end. We will have sailed 1,700 miles (Becasue of the Caledonian canal - i now wish we had continued round it - my only regret of the trip), the car has clocked up over 10,000 miles - and generally some of the kit is starting to show wear and tear.
I must dash for a shower as we are having an early supper then plannning on watching the Bucket list.
Till next time.......