1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Queen's Harbour Master Portsmouth that two Cross Solent Swims will take place on Thursday 25 July 2019, between Gilkicker and Ryde Sands.
2. Twelve swimmers will be participating in each crossing. Every swimmer will be accompanied by a kayaker acting as an individual support craft. The lead support craft has the call sign ‘Swim Control / Lightning Rebel’, MMSI 235114063. There are three other support craft, ‘Beach Rebel’, 'Mojito Southampton', and ‘Adam Morse’ all fitted with VHF. A listening watch will be maintained on VHF Ch11 and Ch12 throughout.
3. The outbound swim route is from Ryde Sands to Gilkicker, starting at 0830 and completing by approximately 1130.
4. The return swim route is from Gilkicker to Ryde Sands, starting at 1400 and completing by approximately 1700.
5. All support craft will display the International Code Flag ‘ALPHA’ while escorting the swimmers.
6. Mariners are requested to keep a good lookout and pass well clear of the swimmers and the support craft during their crossing of the Solent.
7. Cancel this Local Notice to Mariners 26 July 2019.
Monday 22 Jul 2019
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.
