Sailing from Cornwall to Scotland

Your adventure sailing holiday aboard Eda Frandsen will begin in Falmouth, a traditional working maritime town situated on the South coast of Cornwall

A longer offshore voyage, we sail north up the Irish Sea to the beautiful fishing village of Mallaig in the remote West Highlands of Scotland.

LIFE AT SEA

Exactly where you sail with Eda Frandsen will be decided by the whims of the wind and tide. Life at sea is never predictable but rest assured, an unforgettable adventure sailing holiday will certainly be in store. The skipper and crew will share a tailored itinerary based on the weather for your trip – but you will certainly be heading  to Scottish shores.

This voyage is not for the faint hearted and provides a great mile building voyage with night watches sailing by the stars and is best suited to those that want to get actively involved with sailing a classic boat. The professional and friendly crew will show you all you need to know and the designated chef will ensure a hearty meal after an exhilarating day on the water.

There will be some opportunities to go ashore, but exactly where won’t be decided until the weather forecast has been read, and may change throughout the duration of your trip.

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Eda Frandsen

Guest berths: 8 Rig: Gaff Cutter

At 60ft in length, Eda Frandsen is the perfect size for exploring the many anchorages of the Western Isles and Cornwall. Small enough to sneak in close to the coastline, yet stable enough to withstand almost any weather. She is traditional in the truest sense of the world with an original rig, combining the simplicity and beauty of a bygone era with today’s modern comforts.

Eda Frandsen is a beautiful traditional gaff cutter, built at the Grena shipyard, Denmark in 1938. Having worked for much of her life as a fishing trawler in the harsh climates of the North Sea, her hull was lovingly restored on the remote peninsula of Knoydart, Scotland in the 1990’s.

Guests enjoy a unique blend of grace, character and seaworthiness and whether a beginner or seasoned seafarer, we offer voyages that are suitable for all ages and abilities.

Down below she can accommodate 8 guests in single berths, which are centred around her large saloon and dining area. There are two toilet/shower rooms, with separate access into the forward accommodation area. She has a small but highly functioning galley, from which many a delicious dish will be served throughout your stay.

Voyages on Eda Frandsen range from short breaks in Cornwall to trips up or down the Irish sea and six or nine-night adventures exploring Scotland and the Hebrides form our home port of Mallaig. So whether it is a brief escape or a complete sense of immersion you are after, there will certainly be something for all.

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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.

FAQ

• What COVID policies are in place for sailing with Eda Frandsen?

  Eda Frandsen is still running a Test & Sail Policy for the 2022 sailing season whether guests are vaccinated or not. Please refer to our COVID page for more information.

• Are all meals included in the price?

  Yes, all meals and food on board is included in the price, as well as all warm and soft drinks - i.e., everything except alcohol. There is however a cash bar on board.

• What language is spoken on board?

  English

• Do I need to tip the crew?

  Tips are not mandatory but are welcomed by the crew!

• What are the sleeping arrangements?

  There are 2x twin bunk curtained cabins and 4x single bunks in the shared forepeak.

• Do I need to bring bedding or towels?

  All your bedding (duvet and pillow) is provided but please bring your own towels (washing and/or swimming)

• How many bathrooms and/or showers does she have?

  2x toilets and 1 shower.

• Is there an age limit?

  Min age limit 12years. 12-18yr old must be accompanied by an adult on a 1:1 ratio

• Is there WIFI?

  No.

• Are Life Jackets provided?

  Yes.

• Are Waterproofs Provided?

  Yes, but please bring a jacket for when you go ashore.

Travel Planning

From: Falmouth

To: Mallaig

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

Falmouth

BY RAIL:

There are direct trains with Great Western Railway to Truro from starting routes of Plymouth, Exeter St Davids, Cardiff Central and London Paddington. Once at Truro station you will need to change onto the Maritime line to Falmouth Town Station.

BY AIR:

The quickest way into the county during the spring/summer months, Newquay Airport requires taking either a taxi to Truro Train Station for the onward rail travel, or a taxi direct to Falmouth.

STAY IN FALMOUTH:

There are plenty of places to stay in Falmouth. Try The Chain Locker, Cutty Sark Inn or Seaview Inn.

Mallaig

BY RAIL

Mallaig station is only a 5-10 minute walk from the harbour pontoons. From Mallaig take The Jacobite Steam Train or the electric train direct to Fort William. From Fort William you can travel by rail overnight on the Caledonian Sleeper to London Euston.

BY AIR:

Glasgow or Edinburgh Airport are best placed for access to Mallaig. For either of them take a train from Mallaig to Fort William – approximately 2-3hours.

STAY IN MALLAIG:

There are plenty of places to stay in Mallaig. Try Chlachain Inn, Seaview Guesthouse or West Highland Hotel.