On arrival in Dartmouth we decided to go up the river to Dittisham. We picked up a blue visitors buoy and settled in for the night. It was lovely and a bit quieter than the pontoons near the town. After a little wander around the village admiring more unaffordable property we went to town for provisions. The plan was to anchor in a bay to be ready for the big push across Lyme Bay. We slowly motored out along the coast at about 4 pm, fishing as we went. Only one unfortunate pollock on this occasion. We anchored for the night at Sabbacombe Sands, which provided an easy straight line route east for a good clearance off Portland Bill, we the massive spring tide we have.
We hatched a plan that involved leaving at 2AM and kept us well off shore and picking up the west bound tide to take us as far as Durlston Head. (Swanage)
The plan worked well, sailing wise anyhow, and we were off at good speed soon after weighing anchor. I enjoyed the night sailing alot, the sky was clear and a good North Westerly and pleasent sea state kept us bowling along nicely. The boat sparkled with flourescens as it cut through the water, and there were literaly hundreds of shooting stars on this moonless night.
Unfortunatly Briony didn't fair too well, and after trying to sleep below, once we were up and running, she felt a bit ill, and then couldn't shake it off for the rest of the trip.
But we made good time only having to report to engine off Peveral Ledge and up into Studland Bay at 3PM, where we are recouparating at anchor.
Probaly back home on Sunday, taking the relaxing option rather than an early start tomorrow.--
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