Author: James Tomlinson

27th October ‘Talisker 1’ n’ me are in Suffolk Yacht Harbour, our winter home. We arrived today just after low water. It was blowing hard from the southwest so I … Continue Reading →

I thought this was all a bit of a nightmare to start with.  I did not get everything right but all the authorities were very helpful.  I have to thank … Continue Reading →

26th September Me n ‘Talisker 1’ are berthed in the Royal North Sea YC, Oostende. But first … I’ll back track a few days and weeks. Brother William was home … Continue Reading →

23rd August 1730 I’m anchored again off Brightlingsea Creek yet again. North easterly winds are forecast overnight. ‘Talisker 1’ and I are in the company of ‘Cadenza’ and Ed Gorman. … Continue Reading →

25th July We are at anchor just off Brightlingsea Creek having arrived yesterday evening. We have been on board since Friday. With fairly strong north easterly winds on Friday evening … Continue Reading →

12th July ‘Talisker 1’ returned to her home port of Orford on the 9th July.  It’s as lovely to get home as it is to set off. We sailed from … Continue Reading →

29th June I’m still in Peterhead. My opinion of Volvo Penta regarding their spare parts is not so good. Whilst my engine, a 2003 1992-1993 has been, and continues to … Continue Reading →

Support the RNLI https://rnli.org/support-us/become-a-member 0915 15th June We are 20 NM SE of Aberdeen motoring over a glassy sea.  We departed from Amble yesterday evening at 1800 in strong westerly … Continue Reading →

6th June The adventure begins. Nerves are jangling. In many ways I’m loath to leave home. Leaving Sally, my elderly Mum and there is always loads to do at the … Continue Reading →

11th May I try not to upset the professionals (or indeed anyone), particularly as I’ve been paid to sail on the very odd occasion. Bob Roberts sailed Thames Barges when … Continue Reading →