A short, more leisurely passage today to proximity of Newcastle city centre

Gemini1
Mon 19 Aug 2019 16:46
We beat against the tide today in almost perfect conditions, crawling along the coast out of the tide. A very pleasant sail of only 18 miles today.

Photos:
The man is cracking up on the helm - the stress of helming demanded a G&T.

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And another G&T at the half way point from Blyth to St Peter’s Marina on the Tyne near Newcastle.

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The Royal Northumberland Yacht Club in Blyth


Entrance to the River Tyne

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The RNYC Yacht Club vessel, which contained excellent showers, hospitable members and good ale.

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