For many skippers a first crossing of the English Channel is a big step in their cruising accomplishments – one undertaken with some trepidation.
Your First Channel Crossing – a CA Channel Section Seminar
Sunday 26th January 2025, including sandwich buffet lunch and refreshments
At CA House, Limehouse, London
In a seminar organised by the Cruising Association’s Channel Section you will hear why you would want to take your boat to France or the Channel Islands, when are the best times to go, where you might choose to arrive, what preparation you should undertake, how to actually undertake the passage and your arrival, and then some tips for cruising the coast.
We will address many of the concerns we have heard from sailors about a first passage such as the length of the passage, being out of sight of land, avoiding big ships, entering ports with restricted access, unfamiliarity with foreign marinas, understanding international entry/exit processes, and not speaking the language.
We won’t be setting out all of what you should do, because we are all different, but providing lots of information and identifying the things you should consider so you can make the best decisions and, ultimately, ensure you and your crew have a smooth passage and enjoy the rewards crossing the Channel can provide.
Agenda
- Registration & Coffee
- Introduction & welcome
- The attractions of crossing the Channel
- Cross-border paperwork and processes
- Cross-Channel destinations
- Boat preparation & equipment
- Lunch
- Planning & undertaking your crossing
- Cruising France
- CA Channel Rallies
- Coffee/Tea
- Ask the panel
- Summary & conclusion
This event is open to CA members and non-members.
Spaces will be limited so book now by clicking here.