ranworthbreeze

Hello Ian, You certainly have been through the wars over the last few years, don't take any chances and go back to the hospital if the headaches don't ease off soon. We all get to the stage that our loved ones worry about us treat us as children. Take care. Regards Alan

I believe Ian is 64 and thinking of moving to Norfolk next year.

Broads Authority tide-tables for me.

Maybe Ian will let us know.

Hello Malcolm, Forget about phone reception and if needs be switch it off and enjoy the Broads. Regards Alan

We use Fabsil for proofing the canopy after cleaning.

Hello Eyegreg to the forum. Regards Alan

Same here Ian, BBC is one of the channels we hardly look at.

Hello The Yachties to the forum. Regards Alan

to the forum. Regards Alan

Hello Chickpea welcome to the forum. Regards Alan

Hello Andrew to the forum. Looking forwards to any pictures you post. Regards Alan

Good afternoon Please be aware that the Met Office has issued a weather warning of strong winds for Tuesday 25 August, between 09:00 and Wednesday 26 August at 09:00. In the East of England Storm Francis will bring some very strong winds and some rain, leading to disruption to travel along with potential damage to power supplies and trees. What to expect Injuries and danger to life from flying debris are possible. Some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs, could happen. Road, rail, air and ferry services may be affected, with longer journey times and cancellations possible. Some roads and bridges may close. Power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage. Injuries and danger to life could occur from large waves and beach material being thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties. The following safety advice is for all users of the waterways. For urgent assistance please contact Broads Control on 01603 756056 or Broads.Control@broads-authority.gov.uk. For emergencies use 999. Check the Met Office weather updates. Regularly check that mooring lines are tight and have not worked loose. Stow any loose items from above deck, to below deck. Use caution when moving about the vessel, especially when topside. Moor away from over hanging trees (they will be in full leaf and have a large area to catch the wind. Branches may fall. High winds can make the surface of the water choppy, so boats may rock. Ensure fenders are out and spacing kept between neighbouring moorers. Getting on and off a vessel in high winds can be difficult; always put your lifejacket on before you board your vessel. Boat handling is harder in the wind, especially for larger vessels that can catch the wind making manoeuvres difficult. Disembarking from an exposed mooring will also be harder in high winds as vessels may be pushed onto the mooring via the wind. Stay moored until conditions allow you to safely leave. The warning and latest forecast details can be found via Hazard Manager, the Met Office App or Met Office website. Kind regards. Karen. Karen Tyrrell Administrative Officer Operations Broads Authority Yare House, 62-64 Thorpe Road, Norwich, NR1 1RY Tel: 01603 756035 : karen.tyrrell@broads-authority.gov.uk Broads Authority, Yare House, 62-64 Thorpe Road. Norwich NR1 1RY 01603 610734

Chris and I also had fish & chips and ate in the park but we were drawn to the cafe for a drink and buttered scone. The staff were excellent in seating customers and cleaning the tables and seating before walking back to the boat moored at the Yacht Station to view the wooden boats as they arrived on the Thursday afternoon. Regards Alan

Hello Malcolm Welcome to the forum. Regards Alan

I think you will find that it is controlled by the local authority now. Regards Alan

Hello Helen, It can be overwhelming at times and it is one of the reasons that information is put into the boats log. On Ranworth Breeze I wrote a detailed instruction document to aid any of our owners giving training to new owners; a copy is in our boats log as a reminder for all owners so they can refresh where items are stored, the operation of all devices, cut off valves, spare ropes, additional power extensions, splinters and adaptors etc. I have only hired on the Canals, but similar information is always in the boat log and often a accompanying video. Regards Alan

Good afternoon Can boaters please be aware that the Met Office has issued a weather warning of strong winds on Friday 21 August, between 04:00 to 18:00. This is expected to lead to some travel disruption. We are issuing the following safety advice to all users of the waterways. For urgent assistance please contact Broads Control on 01603 756056 or Broads.Control@broads-authority.gov.uk. For emergencies use 999. · Check the Met Office website for weather updates. · Regularly check that mooring lines are tight and have not worked loose. · Stow any loose items from above deck to below deck. · Use caution when moving about the vessel, especially when topside. · Moor away from over hanging trees (they will be in full leaf and have a large area to catch the wind). Branches may fall. · High winds can make the surface of the water choppy, so boats may rock. Ensure fenders are out and spacing kept between neighbouring moorers. · Getting on and off a vessel in high winds can be difficult; always put your lifejacket on before you board your vessel. · Boat handling is harder in the wind, especially for larger vessels that can catch the wind making manoeuvres difficult. · Disembarking from an exposed mooring will also be harder in high winds as vessels may be pushed onto the mooring via the wind. Stay moored until conditions allow you to safety leave. Please see the Met Office website for further information: https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/warnings-and-advice/uk-warnings#?id=390e14b9-4d86-4d91-a464-fb799d7ac67c&date=2020-08-21 Kind regards Karen Karen Tyrrell Administrative Officer Operations Broads Authority Yare House, 62-64 Thorpe Road, Norwich, NR1 1RY Tel: 01603 756035 : karen.tyrrell@broads-authority.gov.uk Broads Authority, Yare House, 62-64 Thorpe Road. Norwich NR1 1RY 01603 610734

Good afternoon Due to an ongoing incident on the River Bure at Great Yarmouth, the river there has been closed until further notice. Kind regards. Karen. Karen Tyrrell Administrative Officer Operations Broads Authority Yare House, 62-64 Thorpe Road, Norwich, NR1 1RY Tel: 01603 756035 : karen.tyrrell@broads-authority.gov.uk Broads Authority, Yare House, 62-64 Thorpe Road. Norwich NR1 1RY 01603 610734

Good morning Please find attached PPGY NTM 17 2020 River Port Dredge Campaign - August 2020. Kind regards. Karen. Karen Tyrrell Administrative Officer Operations Broads Authority Yare House, 62-64 Thorpe Road, Norwich, NR1 1RY Tel: 01603 756035 : karen.tyrrell@broads-authority.gov.uk Broads Authority, Yare House, 62-64 Thorpe Road. Norwich NR1 1RY 01603 610734 NOTICE TO MARINERS – No. 17 of 2020 PORT OF GREAT YARMOUTH River Port Dredge Campaign – August 2020 NOTICE IS HEREBY given that the Port of Great Yarmouth will be conducting dredging activities in the River Port during the month of August for an approximate 8-day window. The current start date is Friday 21st August subject to favourable weather conditions. The port will be using the Sospan Dau for these activities. All Mariners and Port Users are advised to be mindful of the dredger working in certain areas and keep well clear and to pass with caution. All communication of working areas will be advised by Local Port Services via VHF Channel 12. For further information Local Port Services are available on 01493 335511. On behalf of Harbour Master 19/08/2020

Good morning Please find attached PPGY NTM 16 2020 Haven Bridge, Great Yarmouth. Kind regards. Karen. Karen Tyrrell Administrative Officer Operations Broads Authority Yare House, 62-64 Thorpe Road, Norwich, NR1 1RY Tel: 01603 756035 : karen.tyrrell@broads-authority.gov.uk Broads Authority, Yare House, 62-64 Thorpe Road. Norwich NR1 1RY 01603 610734 NOTICE TO MARINERS – No. 16 of 2020 PORT OF GREAT YARMOUTH Haven Bridge – Great Yarmouth Mariners are hereby advised that due to electrical issues Haven Bridge is currently unable to lift for vessels. Peel Ports are working with the bridge owner Norfolk County Council to resolve the issues as swiftly as possible. On behalf of Harbour Master 19/08/2020

Hello Ian I would be inclined to go for plastic panels rather than ply faced panels. From what you say it sounds as if is some form of vinyl, try searching for vinyl sheeting for shower walls. Regards Alan

Welcome back Ian

That looks like Ranworth Breeze in front of you maybe taken a while ago, there is more balustrade now on the moorings. Regards Alan