a tidal estuary - well, the bit we sail in is, between Rochester Bridge and Sheerness
it twists and turns, each reach is different
it is always wide enough to tack against the wind
when there is no wind there is always the tide
when it blows up too strong to want to venture out into the Thames Estuary it's still good sailing
there is some shipping, so the main channel is dredged and well buoyed
many quiet anchorages are to be found, exploring the creeks, where the only sounds are the birds
(sometimes big ships in the docks make some noises, and jetskis have been known)
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a mixture of - wide sailing water big ship docks remnants of The Royal Navy distant views empty wildness ancient remains tiny local comforts |
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leading to -
The Medway River - still tidal to Allington and navigable if you pass under Rochester Bridge;
The Medway Navigation from Allington Lock to beyond Tonbridge;
and of course The Swale
Notices to Mariners - some NMs from Medway Ports
Medway River Users Association
Medway & Swale Estuary Partnership
NTSLF: Tidal predictions - Sheerness
UKHO EasyTide: Tidal Predictions - Upnor
History of the Medway - by Medway Pilots
Riverman Weather Station - local weather data
Hubba's local weather page - current weather conditions at Upnor
RNLI: Sheerness Lifeboat
some clubs and harbours
Royal Naval Sailing Association
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