Cross Solent Swim 13 - 14 August 2016

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King's Harbour Master Portsmouth

LNTM No 52/16

1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Queen's Harbour Master Portsmouth that a two-way Charity Cross Solent Swim in aid of Aspire will take place on Saturday 13 August 2016 with a spare day on Sunday 14 August 2016 in the event of poor weather.
2. A maximum of 24 swimmers will be taking part in the event with 12 swimming each leg. There will be three RIBs and one further safety boat. In addition, each swimmer will be accompanied by a kayaker acting as an individual safety boat. The lead boat has call sign ‘RIB MARLIN’ and all safety boats are fitted with VHF. A listening watch on VHF Ch11 and Ch12 will be maintained throughout the swim.
3. The proposed route of the swim is from Gilkicker to Ryde Sands and then Ryde Sands to Gilkicker. The first group is expected to start from Gilkicker at approximately 10:30 and complete by around 12:00. The second group is expected to start from Ryde Sands at approximately 13:00 and complete by around 14:30. If the swim takes place on the 14 August 2016 the timings will be 1 hour later).
4. All craft will display the International Code ‘ALPHA’ Flag whilst escorting the swimmers.
5. All mariners are requested to keep a good lookout and pass well clear of the swimmer and the support craft during their crossing of the Solent.
6. Cancel this Local Notice to Mariners on 15 August 2016.


S O Hopper
Queen's Harbour Master

Owners, Agents, Charterers, Marinas, Yacht Clubs and Recreational Sailing Organisations should ensure that the contents of this Notice are made known to the masters or persons in charge of their vessels or craft.