Jersey & Aldeney Regatta - Thursday 7 to Sunday 10 August 2008

Julian · 14 July 2008, 08:43

Morning Everyone,

Due to the great British Weather we canceled the previous trip to the Channel Islands.

Now we have decided to put it back on the Calendar and combine 2 events.

We will leave on the 7th August and head to Jersey, stopping at St Peters Ports etc on the way.

8th August we will visit Minquies and Chausay.

9th August we will head to Alderney for the Regatta weekend which Jon Adlard has organized.

This should be a great trip and fingers crossed for the weather this time.

Cheers

Julian

Julian · 15 July 2008, 08:05

Morning Folks,

I have just booked a room at Hotel Marina, They still have a few rooms left so if anyone needs rooms go here http://www.marinahoteljersey.com/

You need to book for 2 nights, 7th and 8th of August then the 9th and 10th we will be camping in Alderney.

Hope that helps.

Cheers

Julian

Roy Smith · 15 July 2008, 17:22

Julian i don't know if i can make the Jersey run but we could come over Friday night to Alderney where are you camping, will we need to book a mooring etc.

Louise · 15 July 2008, 17:41

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Originally Posted by Roy Smith

we could come over Friday night to Alderney where are you camping, will we need to book a mooring etc.

Take a look at your last Riblines Roy! (Alderney Cruise)

Roy Smith · 15 July 2008, 20:27

I cant remember having the last riblines.
Do you have a spare

Louise · 15 July 2008, 21:45

I'll get one in the post tomorrow.

Julian · 16 July 2008, 09:45

Hi Roy,

We will be camping in Alderney on the Saturday as were staying in Jersey Friday night,

It maybe better for you to run over Saturday morning and meet us at lunchtime in Alderney etc. I think there will be a few boats running over saturday so your have some company as well.

Cheers

Julian

Erin · 18 July 2008, 11:57

There's only one campsite in Alderney, and AFAIK you can't book moorings. If they run out of visitors buoys you just raft up against someone else of a similar size. www.alderney.gov.gg

Julian · 24 July 2008, 10:13

Morning Folks,

Here is a link to the Alderney website which gives details of the Regatta week and accomodation details etc.

The campsite is filling up quickly so book as soon as you can, Only £5 per night etc and you can hire tents if needed.

Lets hope the weather is as good as today.

Cheers

Julian

Roy Smith · 24 July 2008, 14:40

We are booked into the camp site for Friday & Sat
Friday we will only atempt if the weather is good as we wont be leaving the solent till about 5pm, plan B. will come over on the sat morning with any one else thats wants to team up.

Andre · 24 July 2008, 21:01

Quote:

Originally Posted by Roy Smith

We are booked into the camp site for Friday & Sat
Friday we will only atempt if the weather is good as we wont be leaving the solent till about 5pm, plan B. will come over on the sat morning with any one else thats wants to team up.

Roy

I could join you but first will talk to my collegues. I will call you next week

Julian · 25 July 2008, 10:12

Good work Roy, we should be with you by lunchtime on Saturday after we run up from Jersey etc, Only 30 miles away. We blew our gearbox up on Saturday which was a nightmare, been told new drive will be on by Monday.

I forgot to give you all the link yesterday so here it is

http://www.visitalderney.com/

Keep your fingers crossed for weather.

Cheers

Julian

Erin · 25 July 2008, 12:04

Quote:

Originally Posted by Julian

Only 30 miles away.
Julian

50 by sea.

Julian · 28 July 2008, 08:35

Morning Ribbers,

I spoke with the campsite yesterday and they are getting very busy for the weekend of the 9th August due to the Regatta etc. Below are details of the campsite for those who have not booked yet.

This is the only site on the island where camping is permitted. Situated in a superb location, behind the sand dunes of beautiful Saye Bay, just two minutes from Corblets and Arch Bays and a 10 minute walk from Quesnard Lighthouse and the Alderney Golf Club, it offers all the facilities for the perfect, relaxing camping holiday. To reach the town of St. Anne or Braye Harbour, take a taxi or if you prefer your independence, why not hire a car or bicycle? More details on this website page “Island Transport” Campsite amenities include: Ladies and Gents toilets, heated showers, wash basins and shaver/hairdryer points, on-site laundry service, dish washing room, cold water points, public telephone, a shop selling basic groceries, confectionery and sweets, and access to microwave cookers.

Tariff:
£5 adults to £2.50 children - per night
Contact Details:
The States Camp Site Operator, Mrs Jayne Capazario, 8 Clos C
tel: +44(0)1481 822556
fax: +44(0)1481 822436
email: camping@alderney.net

Cheers

Julian

Roy Smith · 31 July 2008, 20:48

Julian is there any body else crossing the channel to Alderney on the Saturday.
If so is there a meet up point etc. i/e Yarmouth

Neil Harvey · 31 July 2008, 21:18

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Originally Posted by Roy Smith

Julian is there any body else crossing the channel to Alderney on the Saturday.
If so is there a meet up point etc. i/e Yarmouth

Roy,

I think Hightower, maybe Andre and I are hoping to go over on Saturday, returning Sunday. Maybe Andy Moore too, but looks like he's dropping out...

http://rib.net/forum/showthread.php?t=25529

Nothing definite arranged yet though, I hope to be thinking about it this week, as I'm now off work till August 12th :-)

I'm going to book campsite fr myself tomorrow if there is still space...

Would be more than hapy to be running over there with you

You have my number.

KR

Neil

Neil

Andre · 01 August 2008, 08:16

I have just sent a PM to Roy that yes I am keen to go Saturday morning.

Just spoken to my collegue Steve and yes we are up for it . Where and what time do we meet on Saturday 9th

philb · 01 August 2008, 08:58

Hi Roy, Andre and co
If we dont go out with the rest of the gang on the Thursday may join you guys on the Sat, will keep an eye out on meet up times, all subject to weather as will have the herberts on board.
Phil

Julian · 01 August 2008, 09:09

Hi Roy,

Looks like you have some good company now for the Saturday crossing etc. Lets all prey for good weather this time.

Seems like there will be a lot of RIBS in Alderney over that weekend.

I will post final plans here early next week for you all

See you all next weekend.

Cheers

Julian

Julian · 04 August 2008, 09:14

Morning Guys,

The weather so far for the trip is not too bad. Here is the plan.

Thursday - Meet outside Yarmouth 10.30am and head to St Peters Port for lunch and beers. Late afternoon run to St Hellier.

Friday - Visit Minquies - Chausay etc and evening meal booked for us all at Waves by the Sea.

Saturday - Head to Alderney for Lunchtime, set up tents etc and get involved in the regatta.

Sunday - Recover

Monday - Return to Yarmouth.

So far I have confirmed 5 boats leaving from Yarmouth on Thursday and several more on the Saturday.

see you at 10.30am Thursday by Yarmouth Pier.

Cheers

Julian