This morning sees Ceilidh around 45NM offshore from the Moroccan coast to the North West of Rabat on a course of 130M.

 

We have had an East or SE F3-4 breeze with us since we left Gibraltar which has led to some very welcome upright sailing conditions.

 

It is already noticeably warmer even after travelling only 130 NM South.

 

The bad news is there is an Atlantic low pressure system heading East towards our location with F6 SW’ly winds forecast. We are watching this closely with our Grib forecasts but may take a stopover In Morocco to let the worst of these headwinds pass through.

 

For now we are enjoying the conditions and we had a beautifully clear star filled sky for company last night.

 

So we thoroughly enjoyed our stopover at Gibraltar and took in the tourist trails on the Rock which has a fascinating history and over 30miles of tunnels to explore.

 

We did have a much reduced repairs list so most of the time was spent either cleaning the boat, removing salt from our oilies or shopping for stores.

 

The quartermasters have done an excellent job in providing a great choice of food and the meals onboard have been excellent.

 

We said goodbye to Jenney who returned to the UK and unfortunately neither Ali Mac or Tony could join us as originally planned so we have 4 crew onboard for this final leg.

 

Our 4 ARC crew are however getting excited as they fly down to Las Palmas on the 19th of November to join the festivities.

 

Let’s hope Ceilidh will be there to meet them!

 

Just a reminder that we are fundraising for the NSPCC during the ARC and thanks to everyone who has generously donated already. Here is the link to our donations page: www.justgiving.com/ Ceilidh-of-Lorne

 

Dave Sturrock