THIS IS IT! Leaving forever.... well a long time!
Leaving Deanway Marina: The Start of Our Southbound Journey
After staying in Deanway for a little longer than planned due to personal reasons, we are excited to finally say goodbye to the marina and begin our journey south. In this episode, we’ll leave Deanway Marina, sail through the Menai Straits, and make our way down towards Porth Dinlas.Departing From Deanway
The day has finally arrived! After spending quite some time in the lovely Deanway Marina, we are setting off on our next adventure. We’ve had a fantastic time staying at this marina and making friends with other boaters like Tony and Aynsha, whom we can’t thank enough for their support during Melissa’s health issues. However, it is time to move forward.
Sailing Through the Menai Straits
As we leave Deanway, our first destination is to sail through the Menai Straits. The Straits are known for their strong currents, eddies, and hidden rocks, which can make navigating a bit tricky. However, we’re confident in our skills and experience.
Key Landmarks on the Journey
During our journey through the Menai Straits, we passed several key landmarks. These include the Menai Suspension Bridge, built by Thomas Telford in 1826, and the Britannia Bridge, rebuilt after a fire in 1970. We also saw Plas Newydd, an 18th-century stately home with gardens designed by landscape architect Humphrey Repton.
The Decision to Stop at Porth Dinlas
Initially, we considered skipping Porth Dinlas and sailing directly down to South Wales. However, after some discussion, we decided to make a stop at Porth Dinlas, which is very close to where we used to live. It’s always nice to revisit familiar places, and the journey would be more enjoyable without rushing through it.
Arriving at Porth Dinlas
After a leisurely sail, we arrived at Porth Dinlas for the night. Although it was just one night’s stay, it gave us time to relax and enjoy each other’s company without feeling rushed or stressed about our journey. We enjoyed dinner onboard before settling in for the evening.
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THIS IS IT! Leaving forever.... well a long time! Locations
- Deganwy Marina (53.2908033,-3.8276539)
- Deanway Marina, located in North Wales. (53.2283,-4.1581)
- Puffin Island, near the Menai Straits. (53.3199,-4.1958)
- Bull Bay, Anglesey, where we passed the town with the amazing Castle. (52.9711,-4.4995)
- The Swellies, a fearsome narrow channel with dangerous rocky outcrops between Menai Bridge and Britannia Bridge. (52.9977,-5.1169)
- Anglesey, where we passed several key landmarks like the Menai Suspension Bridge and Plas Newydd. (53.3132,-4.188)
- Porth Dinlas, our first stop in South Wales, near where we used to live. (52.9645,-4.4989)
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