Around the Coast

As the information on these pages is contributed by many people, it is not possible to vouch for its accuracy. Information can also be 'out of date' at the time that the information is read. The information must not be used for navigational purposes. The safety of a vessel depends ultimately on the judgement of the skipper, who should assess all information, published or unpublished. We cannot be held responsible in any way for consequences that may be incurred as a result of using information from this site.

National Coastwatch - The National Coastwatch Institution maintains a voluntary visual watch on our coastlines and invites yachtsmen to contact them direct for local weather and safety information. As at 2006 there are 37 lookouts. Details and phone numbers for local stations: 0870 7872147.Their website contains a clickable map accessing details of individual stations.

Form to submit information to these pages - it's very easy! Click here- please (including non-members) submit your reports which go to HANNs, Regional Files and web .