Sailing from Newlyn to Brest

Our voyage aboard Bessie Ellen begins in the sweet fishing village of Newlyn, Cornwall before heading across the English Channel, around the Breton coast and onto the harbour town of Brest.

Newlyn is a beautiful backdrop for boarding Bessie Ellen. A quaint tiny fishing harbour on the South coast of Cornwall, this little town is bustling with friendly locals, great local seafood and traditional sailing boats.

This 4-day sailing passage is a great opportunity for guests to take the chance to do something really different and experience a working passage aboard a traditional vessel. Get involved in all aspects of sailing including setting and trimming sails, steering and navigation, practising your knots or simply reading a book.  You will help the crew stand watches, carry out logbook duties and help with traditional skilled maintenance – even baking the bread! Each watch is 4 hours long with 8 hours rest in between – this includes night watches.

Sailing past the Breton coast, keep your binoculars at the ready for local marine wildlife. Dolphins can often be found in the wake of the bow and if you get close enough to shore, watch out for the inquisitive common seal. Bird life along the coast is rife, birds of prey will soar and gull colonies can be heard even a couple of miles out to sea.

Your final destination is the historic port of Brest in northwestern France known for its rich maritime history, naval base and medieval architecture. Overlooking the harbour is the medieval Château de Brest, home to the National Navy Museum, a fascinating piece of architecture standing opposite the medieval tower of Tour Tanguy across the River.

As with all Bessie Ellen’s sailing holidays, your ticket price includes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks and Drinks. Curtained bunk berths are int he spacious shared open saloon below decks with bedding provided – you just need to bring your own towel.

Simply click “Enquire Now” to reserve your berth for five days whilst you sort your travel plans. No booking form or deposit is required until you are ready to book!

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Travel insurance notes

As this is an active adventure holiday, we advise that everyone has the appropriate personal accident travel insurance whilst onboard in addition to standard travel insurance which would cover you in the time between making your booking and departing for your adventure. These policies can sometimes be combined so please check with your travel insurance provider.

Please read more information on our Insurance guidelines page.

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From: Newlyn

To: Brest, France

To see where the ports are, along with your likely sailing area, please view the sail area & highlights.