Sailing around Ispwich
- Vessel: Sailing around Ispwich
- Where: Ipswich
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Join Trinovante in her home waters of the Thames estuary, exploring quaint English towns, historic ports and tranquil river anchorages.
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The Thames Estuary is a fascinating area to take a break for a weekend sailing. This area is full of contrasts and is where Trinovante was built so we know the area well. Steeped in sailing history and tradition, the Thames Estuary is one of the last places in the UK where traditional boats are still a common sight.
This weekend will see sailing in quiet river anchorages with the tide ebbing and flowing, as it has done for thousands of years. We often have the place almost to ourselves and it’s the perfect place to hear oystercatchers and other wading birds call as they feed on the mudflats.
You arrive at Ipswich at 4 pm. Trinovante will leave Ipswich as soon as possible to head straight down the River Orwell. Under the bridge, through the moorings, along wooded banks past Pin Mill, and onto Felixtowe. An anchorage in the River Stour awaits before dinner and maybe a couple of beers on deck. On the first evening, you will learn enough to feel comfortable onboard.
A short day sail up the coast and we glide into the hustle and bustle of commercial activity on the River Orwell at Felixstowe. Here is one of the busiest container ports in the UK where big tugs manoeuver ships arriving from all over the world. A stark but fascinating contract of the tranquil river anchorages.
As with all our sailing holidays, the exact itinerary will depend on the weather and tides will be chosen each day by your skipper to make the best use of the weather conditions. All meals and hot/soft drinks and hire of waterproofs are included in your ticket price.
There are currently no voyages scheduled. Please get in touch with the VentureSail team to find out what’s available, or if other upcoming voyages might be suitable.
Call us in the Office on 01872 487288 or email [email protected], and we will be happy to help you find your next adventure!
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: Ipswich Dock
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