We set off early as we were aware that the weather might be chasing us! The south-westerly breeze was light to start with, gradually increasing, but did not get above moderate.
We were inside the relative shelter of the Plymouth Sound breakwater by 1315.
Overnight Storms
Luckily the berth we have at the Mayflower Marina came equipped with nylon dock lines that also have big rubber shock absorbers fitted. So to relieve the snatching from our own mooring lines, we used those provided and our night in force 8 gusts was comfortable.
Monday
Jono was with us, but the weather was not suitable for going to Dartmouth – so after a quick trip to the fuel quay, we sailed into the sound briefly, and it was windy! We had to wait outside Sutton Harbour while a Royal Navy ship manoeuvred out of Devonport, rounding the corner past the Mayflower Marina. It had several tugs and a police boat escort.
In the afternoon we made crossed on the Cremyll ferry for a walk around Mont Edgecombe. We recommend the Orangery behind Edgecombe house for a cup of tea (view of its garden above).
Tuesday
Due to high winds persisting at Salcombe and Start Point, we were not going to Dartmouth today either. We walked to the Barbican across the Hoe, and had some brunch before returning in time for Jono’s train.
Molia