Port of Wells 2021
1 Port of Wells Brochure 2021
Commissioners Established 1663 Harbour Office The Old Lifeboat House, West Quay Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, NR23 1AT Telephone 01328 711646 Email: [email protected] www.portofwells.co.uk Harbour Executive Harbour Master Robert Smith MBE 07775 507284 Harbour Administrator Simon Cooper 07867 500729 Harbour Officials A & M FRARY Deputy Harbour Master Fred Whitaker 07876 743484 Deputy Harbour Master Andy Potts 07796 698806 Crab & Lobster Fishermen
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07901 656608 Individual views expressed in articles in this brochure are those of the authors and are not necessarily endorsed by Wells Harbour Commissioners. Established 1957 We are grateful to the advertisers for their support of this brochure and invite readers and Harbour users to support the advertisers 3 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 Welcome from the Harbour Master he history of Wells people we please we are bound to upset some Tas a trading and but I can assure all of our town, harbour users fishing port can be and visitors that the Commissioners and harbour traced back to medieval team always have your best interests at heart times. By the early 16th wherever possible and will continue to work Century Wells was not together with you where we can to maintain and only a thriving fishing preserve our beautiful harbour and town. port but had become a major East Coast trading port. In 1663 the Wells Harbour Commissioners 2020 has proved a challenging year for all were established by an Act of Parliament, the with Covid and this has also had an impact on first board consisted of over 25 men, who were the port with numbers on visiting yachts down considerably and many leisure users unable to responsible for the complete management of use their boats or even visit the harbour. However the port and jurisdiction over the tidal waters the tide still continued to ebb and flow twice inside the harbour limits. daily and the commercial side of the port carried It still surprises me today that people have on working as much as possible, so the harbour heard of the Wells Harbour Commissioners but team carried on working as usual, I deliberately not everyone, especially the local community, did not say normal as nothing seemed normal are aware of the full extent and importance of in 2020!! All this resulted in very few or no new their function and the key role the body has projects to improve the facilities and much of played not only in the town’s history but also the Harbour Commissioners strategy document in the present day. Firstly and very importantly for future improvements was put on hold, mainly helping to maintain a haven for our fishing fleet, because most of the country was not working which has always been the back bone of the and also we were mindful of spending with an port (being designated as a fishery port), but uncertain future. Hopefully during this year we also providing an infrastructure and the facilities will start to relook at some of the projects like for over thirty businesses working directly from the jetty to the east of the main slipway but the or linked to the harbour, providing not only most exciting project for me personally, which I employment of around two hundred and fifty hope will be underway early 2021, is the Lobster jobs in a recent study but more importantly long Hatchery at the fishing shed on the east end term career opportunities. Under the guidance of the main quay. This project is being carried of the Commissioners, myself as Harbour out solely between the Harbour Commissioners Master, Simon as the Harbour Administrator and our local fishing community. The project and all the team, will continue to support and will see seawater tanks with filtration installed encourage investment within the harbour estate in the building to hatch baby lobsters, possibly and continue to promote the port and town to thousands at time, the small larvae/lobsters visiting seafarers. will grow until several weeks old before being released into the sea. The project is an effort to I believe the harbour is the hub and heart of make the fishery more sustainable in the future. our town and community, apart from being the home of the men and women who earn Finally, I will add that our Port/Harbour is a their livelihoods here and all the local people place that creates hard work for many businesses who enjoy the many recreational pastimes like but is a lifestyle for some that they would not sailing, swimming, exploring or just messing change, however just as important it is a place about in boats. The harbour is also like a magnet to enjoy, have fun and relax. The Commissioners, for thousands of people who visit Wells all year myself and all the team are determined to round for their holidays or a day out, which all protect and maintain this and I hope you all have has to be managed. I would be the first to admit a prosperous and safe 2021. we don’t get it right all the time and for every ten Robert Smith MBE, Harbour Master
5 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 A Message from the Chairman Mel Catton
Meet the Team ay I offer you tours, fishing trips, others such as the kayaking Mall a warm safaris organised via our Wells Harbour Mar- welcome to the itime Trust, play an important role as one of Harbour Master Robert Smith MBE Harbour Administrator Port of Wells, the many events undertaken to help and assist Simon Cooper which I believe is the younger generation gain knowledge of the the community water and our surrounding habitat. Our annual hub of our town. triathlon held normally in September, is now recognised as one of the best, with numerous It is an honour comments of support from the competitors. and privilege to This is organised and run to raise funds towards be asked to take the Maritime Trust. over from our re- Deputy Harbour Master Deputy Harbour Master Administration Assistant Harbour Services Fred Whitaker DeputyAndy Harbour Potts Master Sallyann Retchless Graham Riseborough tiring Chairman We must not forget the involvement that the Andy Potts Andy Frary. Andy for the last 12 years has de- Harbour has with many of the local charities voted endless support to assist Wells Harbour and organisations within the town. All through- to be in the fantastic position it is in, and must out the year there is generally an event tak- be very proud of the changes he has seen ma- ing place in or around the Harbour, or being terialise. A hard act to follow, and he will be planned, to which the Harbour Commissioners greatly missed. Thanks from us all Andy. have always fully supported where possible. This is something we hope to continue and Of course 2020 has not been the best of years in even improve on. Skipper Kari Hege Long-reach excavator driver Skipper Frank-T Crew Frank-T many ways, but thanks must go to our Harbour Tristian Roberts Bob Hull Tony Ford Chas Major Master Robert Smith and his team for keeping Looking forward, our Harbour has to run as a the port operational and dealing with all the business, and I believe there are certainly some unusual situations. Well done everyone. difficult and challenging times ahead for the port in many ways, but also some exciting ones I am unable to claim to be a seaman, but in my on the horizon. I’m sure if we all approach the six years as a Commissioner, I am somewhat coming year with united enthusiasm then our astounded as to the activity, growth and im- great Port of Wells will continue to move for- provements that have taken place in our port in ward and attain, if not even improve it even fur- that time, and am looking forward to the many ther, from what it is today. projects planned for the coming years making it even better. You can read more about these in On behalf of all the Commissioners I wish to the following pages. thank our team of staff for their dedication and support given to the many changes taken Being a fishing port, our active and growing place in recent times, many to the benefit of our fishing fleet always creates interest when -ar stakeholders, thank you all. riving back at the quayside from the ever in- creasing visitors to our town. To see most of the To all who use or visit our Harbour in whatev- moorings in the harbour full in the height of the er capacity, I wish you all a safe and enjoyable summer also indicates our towns popularity. 2021. Also, our Outer Harbour remains active with the wind farm vessels. As many activities continue to take place in and Mel Catton, Chairman around our Harbour, such as sailing, harbour
6 7 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 Introducing the Commissioners Harbour Administrator Mel Catton appointed Denys Hickey has over 40 Chair in January 2021. A years experience as a maritime y first full year in post as Harbour Admin- Maritime Trust Wells businessman and lawyer in cases involving ports Mistrator has been an enlightening and en- in getting more resident for 50 years and and offshore construction with joyable experience. We often hear from Robert children onto Chairman of the Carnival experience of dredging and that there is more to the Port of Wells than the water than committee for 25 years. Mel port safety. Denys has been a meets the eye and from what I have seen I can we ever thought is passionate about keeping Wells as an idyllic senior partner in a London law firm and more vouch for that! possible in a year seaside resort recognising the need for change recently a barrister and maritime arbitrator. and of course the to allow the town to move forward. Appointed January 2018. Initially, it was the case that I needed to learn fabulous North Robert Ellis moved to Wells Brian Riches held a project and understand the various dynamics, opera- Norfolk Triathlon. in 1976 as a Police Constable management position in the tions, stakeholders and critical tasks that need- Sadly as we all and Sergeant serving the energy market prior to setting ed to be performed as my predecessor had left now know, we community for 30 years, up a sea angling business in a couple of months before I joined. Looking had to take a very different course although heavily involved in the 1978 1997 which he has now passed back it was a bit of a blur, but with time and we remain optimistic for 2021 in trying to get floods and the aftermath. A over to his son. Brian has a plenty of help (and patience!) from Sally, I like these events going again. member of Wells Sailing Club and recreational passion for fishing and enjoys being on the to think I was soon up to speed. With the sup- harbour user and boat owner since 1978. water. He was appointed in Jan 2017. port of the Commissioners, Robert and Sally Following a number of security incidents, the Commissioners agreed to an accelerated up- particularly, we have made some changes, Nicholas Groom from a long Kevin Theobold has been grade of a number of measures to improve which I hope is seen and felt for the better. In standing Wells family. Semi working in the lighting design security around the Harbour – gates have now the office, we upgraded the technology which retired from an operations profession for over 40 years, in the main keeps us much more secure to been fitted for access to the pontoons at Tug Boat Yard, Inner Harbour and Outer Harbour management position with a serving as a board member cybercrime but also streamlined the operat- national Telecoms company. and latterly president of its ing system with a single e-mail address and with PIN numbers so access is restricted to Now runs Wells Harbour representative international remote access to the system (which became those with vessels on the respective pontoons. Tours. Has experience of operations and association. A Wells resident and leisure sailor extremely useful when we entered lockdown). We have a new CCTV network providing live and recorded visual images around the Har- construction. Appointed Jan 2018. with a keen interest in the future of the town bour that also have infra-red capability as well The system also became the segue to a new Chris Thomson Spent and its port. website with increased functionality – mean- as feeds to the Harbour team's smart phones, Sally Wynne is a Speech and so we have remote access in an emergency. over thirty years working ing you can purchase the famed ‘Crossing the Language Therapist, born Hopefully these additional deterrents will as a solicitor, involved in Bar’ book through Paypal, a dedicated page and brought up in Wells. After to the very popular webcam (with a higher protect our Harbour and discourage the be- contracts, HR, governance bringing up their 4 children in specification camera giving the clearest views haviours we experienced in 2020. and ethics. Lives in Wells. An possible), direct links to tide and weather in- MCA Boatmaster, Chris sails Norwich, she and her husband formation and also live feeds to our Facebook Everyone working for the Harbour is very pas- and works in the harbour. Appointed as a have returned to Wells. She sails page and to Robert's Twitter account to name sionate about the services and facilities we Commissioner in Jan 2017. 12m Sharpies as a member of Wells Sailing Club. a few. The office itself went through a bit of offer and also in keeping the Port of Wells a Appointed January 2021.2021. thriving and successful Harbour where leisure Josh Danziger lives in Burn- conversion, the back room is now an impres- ham Overy Staithe since 2012. Andy McCullum Coming from sive meeting room for Robert to host guests and commercial activity can sit side by side to the benefit of all stakeholders. Whilst we Retiring from a career in fi- a fishing family, Andy has been - surrounded by historic ship lights, artifacts fishing since leaving school. found in the harbour and other impressive cannot please everyone all of the time, all the nance he now has more time staff work hard, sometimes above and beyond to enjoy sailing his 37’ sailing He started fishing going off nautical memorabilia. It looks nothing short Weybourne Beach with the Fra- the call of duty, so please let us know not only smack built in 1892, which is of fantastic and without taking anything away ry brothers, then working on from Robert, well worth asking for a meeting about the things you don’t like but about the kept in Wells. Appointed March 2020. things you do like as well! boats fishing out of Wells with the “Blucher” and with him just to get to have a look! Ashley Mullenger is not a “Comrade” before having “Two Brothers” built and then “Nel Diana”, catching crabs, lobsters At the start of 2020 the whole team were As a final message I would like to thank the resident however, as Wells’ and whelks. Appointed January 2021. building up for a busy summer ensuring the Harbour team for making me feel most wel- only commercial fisherwom- moorings were ready for boats, organising come and to all the Harbour users hopefully an an working aboard one of the several kayak adventures, supporting the enjoyable and prosperous year ahead. harbour fishing fleet, the vast majority of her time is spent Simon Cooper in the harbour or out at sea. Appointed Jan 8 2020. 9 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 Crossing the Bar - Tales of Wells Harbour The Coast We Call Home ur Harbour Master Robert Smith MBE has through the generations of the author’s own Onot only worked for the Wells Harbour family – resident in Wells since at least the early n October 2019, at Wells Maltings, two meet- a group of individuals with complementary Commissioners for 30 years, but also has first- 1800s - some are from the harbour archives, Iings on the future of the Norfolk Coast agreed backgrounds and perspectives agreed to find hand experience of scratching a living from the and some from the memories of local people. that: ways and means to instigate and support the saltmarsh and sandflats as a longshoreman, Many have never been told in print before. • Future lives and livelihoods on the North development of a community driven Coastal skills The book Norfolk coast will be adversely affected by air, Resilience and Action Plan for North Norfolk now in “A hymn to the most beautiful coastline in the world is packed water and ocean pollution and diminished and to focus the initial phase of the plan on decline. and its magical creeks, marshes and secret history. with rare bio-diversity, but most acutely and urgently, flood risks. The Robert Smith tells vivid stories of this wild historical by flood risks associated with rising sea levels, stories photos, storm surges and the impact of human activ- The group, that includes Wells Harbour Master Robert landscape but also of its resilient people and the great beautiful ities. Robert Smith, aims to present a draft Flood tells community-next-the-sea. illustrations • Although official agencies and civic organi- Resilience and Action Plan for public debate in this Essential reading for anyone who loves North Norfolk and special- zations are working hard to mitigate and adapt and discussion in mid-2021. The draft will be landmark ly commis- to these challenges, their decisions and actions anchored in the outcomes of local community book or has ever sat and eaten fish and chips sioned full do not take full advantage of local knowledge workshops with town and parish councils, capture by the port of Wells.” colour pho- and experience. formal and informal civic organizations and pri- the soul Patrick Barkham, The Guardian tographs. vate citizens in February-March. The workshops of Wells- The The meetings were followed by discussions will focus on the views of local people who next- foreward is about how the knowledge, insight and under- understand their problems best, are guided the-Sea on the North written by Lord standing of individuals and groups who have by decades of practical experience and who Norfolk coast. As Leicester and spent their working lives on the inshore waters, will live with the consequences of changes long-serving Harbour in the preface, foreshores, harbours and creeks of the North they can’t control but can anticipate and - with Master and former Robert speaks Norfolk coast could be brought to bear on informed, timely and appropriate action - ac- lifeboatman, he movingly of priorities and policies that will affect its future. commodate. reveals the charac- the challenges ters and events that of writing the These discussions were interrupted by the have shaped the book posed by pandemic but after a hiatus of several months, history and spirit of his dyslexia. this historic coastal Priced at town. From maritime £19.50, all profits disasters ‘Crossing of the book the Bar’ and secret will go to Wells wartime experi- Harbour Maritime ments, to smug- Trust and other gling tunnels and local causes. You dodgy dealings can purchase the by landowners book from the and early harbour Harbour Office commissioners – and local shops. this book boasts historical detail and human drama in equal measure. Some of the stories have been passed down
10 11 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 The Work of the Commissioners 2020 Introduction Chairman for the last 6 years. Avril Lill resigned The work of the Wells Harbour Commissioners after completing her 3 years term due to grow- (WHC) is regulated by Central Government. ing demands of running her business. Full details of the appointments and manage- Commissioner Portfolios ment structure can be found in the publication To enable more proactive involvement in Good governance guidance for statutory har- Port Operations, Commissioners have been bour authorities operating ports in England and assigned individual specialised portfolios: Wales - Published 5 March 2018 Department for • Mel Catton - Chairman and HR Transport (https://www.gov.uk/government/ • Kevin Theobold - Vessels and Plant Café, Bar, publications/good-governance-guidance-for- • tbc- Port Strategy ports). WHC aims to conform to the governance • Robert Ellis - Health and Safety as set out by the Government. Reports of the • Nicholas Groom - Harbour Services Restaurant bi-monthly meetings of the Commissioners in • Denys Hickey - Legal 2020 can be found on the Harbour Website -- • Josh Danzinger -Coastal Change www.portofwells.co.uk • Ashley Mullenger – Heritage & Community and B&B Annual Meetings • Brian Riches - Channel & Buoys The Commissioners usually hold an annual pub- • Chris Thomson - Estates and Events lic meeting to report on their work. However, • Andy and Sally were yet to be appointed Dutch specialities such as with the COVID restrictions being in force, it was portfolios at the time of writing. decided to postpone given the circumstances. Beach Patrol • Pancakes Details about the financial performance and The beach patrol was postponed for the season works undertaken by the commissioners can due to the COVID social distancing measures in • Pea Soup be found in this brochure as well as the Annual force throughout the period. The patrol advises Report & Accounts which is published on the the public regarding safety matters, swimming, • Appletart Harbour Website -- www.portofwells.co.uk. The keeping off the berms and buoys and assists date of the 2021 meeting is yet to be decided with the public cut off by the tide. We expect due to the ongoing Social Distancing require- to recommence running beach patrol in 2021 Seating area below deck or ments that currently remain in force and which subject to any COVID social distancing meas- impacts the ability to hold public gatherings of ures in force at that time. any size. dine al fresco on main deck. Gilly Hut Harbour Commissioners Live music every weekend The Gilly Hut was unfortunately also a victim It should be noted that all Commissioners are of the COVID social distancing and lockdown Private and corporate parties volunteers and receive no payment for their measures. The Gilly Hut hires out eco friendly work. The revenue from the services offered by gillying (crabbing) equipment with the aim of the port is used entirely to finance the port’s reducing plastics in the harbour and to help management and development. prevent wildlife entanglement from the mono- Appointments filament line. There were 2 new appointments made in Capital Expenditure/Projects 01328 712149 January following the retirement of Andy Frary 2020 completed and resignation of Avril Lill. Andy McCallum [email protected] • Little tern artificial nesting pontoon and Sally Wynne were appointed in January’s • Extended quayside railing to end of car At the top of Staithe Street, Banginwells.co.uk meeting. parking spaces. Wells-Next-the-Sea, NR23 1AF Retirements • Replacement diesel barge pump and hose Andy Frary retired at the end of 2020 after work completing 12 years as a Commissioner and • New William-T trailer
12 13 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 • Channel straightening along beach bank. biodegradable reels. We are delighted that the • Website upgrade shop owners have taken onboard our concerns • CCTV & Security Gates installed for the and are thinking about alternatives. Drop nets Harbour estate and Pontoons respectively in particular cause not only damage to wildlife • Purchase of land at East End through entanglement they are also a major • Commissioner research into flood effects nuisance for boat owners both leisure and and possible defence solutions commercial as they get caught around props. Planned for 2021 Please respect our beautiful harbour, we would • Flood wall and landscaping of land west of prefer that you avoid buying single use plastics Harbour Office and drop nets. • Extension to Little Tern artificial nesting A “Billy the Gilly” booklet has been designed pontoon by a local artist which is available to provide • Create memorial seating with anchor information to the public on handling, care and • Install sympathetic lighting on quay to general information on the shore crabs. reduce light pollution Navigation and Channel • Introduce recycling bins for harbour use The Port was inspected by Trinity House and • Maritime Trail interpretation boards passed its annual inspection and audit. • Pursue the project of the possibility of a Dredging managed retreat at the East End providing The Outer Harbour basin was comprehensively future flood defences dredged to re-instate the previous depth of the • Lobster Hatchery harbour at low water. Future expenditure under consideration Port Safety • Create a new wooden jetty adjacent to Health and safety inspections have been main slipway regularly undertaken and all H&S issues have • Reinstatement of jetty near Shipwrights been addressed. The Port Marine Safety Code • Jetty/ pontoons at the Skredge and/or (PMSC) Safety Management System (SMS) was Shipwrights independently audited in March 2018. The next • Archive historic documents for public view- audit is planned to be in 2021. ing Public Relations • Resurface quayside car park WHMT once again had organised the North • Look at railings for Tug Boat Yard Norfolk Triathlon to raise funds for the charity. • Cycle racks for car park The event though had to be cancelled amid Environment concerns of competitors and spectators being The Port met with Natural England regarding unable to socially distance given the number the proposal to exclude access to the salt of people that typically congregate. All com- marshes within our harbour limits as defined petitors were fully refunded and it is hoped the in the Wells Harbour Revision Order 1994. The event can return in 2021. meeting was to obtain clarity that restricted WHC worked with the Wells Christmas Tide access would not impact our rights or affect committee to organise and build a Crab & our access or the access we currently grant to Lobster pot Christmas tree which turned into a others or may wish to grant in the future. Ini- great success and was a very popular addition. tially the harbour had not been consulted but In addition, WHC communicates via: we have been provided with assurance that it • Published Harbour Minutes is business as usual. • Published Annual Report & Accounts The Harbour has been working with local retail • Website news page owners who sell single use plastic crabbing • Harbour brochure and flyers items to see what can be done about reducing • Facebook and Twitter plastics in the harbour. Shop owners are com- • Stakeholder meetings i.e. AGM ing up with ideas on a return and resell system • Events and are working with suppliers to look at 14 15 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 Port of Wells Brochure 2021
Outer Harbour Staff Appraisals and Training as it was impossible to open and ensure users of the quay to commercial organisations run Three to four vessels worked from the Outer WHC is committed to the training of its em- would be able to socially distance given its for profit. Harbour supporting O&M activity at the wind ployees to maximise their full potential with size and design. Should social distancing New RNLI Boathouse farm in 2020. Other survey vessels used the role succession at the forefront. The board feels restrictions remain in force for the 2021 season The Port was consulted regarding the plans Outer Harbour also. All the vessels call Wells it has a pivotal part to play in the community it might still have to be closed however WHC for the new RNLI boathouse required to house Harbour on VHF channel 12 before departure and is committed to the education and training is looking at solutions to see if a ‘traffic light’ the new Shannon lifeboat. The new slipway and on arrival at the leading buoy to gain of its employees and local young people and system could be introduced. will run the length of the groyne. There are no clearance for transit. considers this vital to the success of the Port’s Port Charges confirmed plans for the current lifeboat house, The Port dredger Kari Hege works approxi- future. The board of Wells Harbour Commissioners, however, it plays a vital role protecting the mately 5 days per week, weather permitting, Boat Store took the decision to increase the majority of spit which will be important going forward. from number 13 buoy out to the entrance The boat storage and lift out facility at the East charges and fees by 3% in 2020. Given the Further details can be found in this brochure in maintaining the channel. Dredging notices are End continues to be a great asset to the Port economic environment and the rate of infla- the RNLI article. placed on the website to notify harbour users and to stakeholders and was at full capacity in tion being substantially lower, the WHC have Coastwatch also have plans to extend their of where the dredger is working on a weekly the Winter season 2020. decided to only make changes to visitor tariffs, lookout and they have contributed an article basis. Slipway Hoist storage and some Commercial fees for 2021. in this brochure which outlines their plans. Administration The self propelled slipway hoist delivered in GDPR Wells Harbour Maritime Trust (WHMT) The Port provides advice and assistance to June 2018 has proved to be a valuable addition The Port instructed an external consultant All serving Commissioners are Trustees. All Burnham Overy Trust on the management of to the Harbour as it is frequently used lifting to assist with compliance to the new GDPR profits from the North Norfolk Triathlon go to their navigational buoys at Burnham Overy. fishing vessels for maintenance and repair as regulations. Privacy statements for staff and WHMT. For 2020 no activities were undertak- Harbour Website well as some of the larger private vessels. visitors and a data protection statement for en due to restrictions in place and the WHC The website is regularly updated with news, Car Park the website have been produced. considering these events to be non-essential. navigation updates and reports of the meet- There continues to be much social media Visiting Vessels The plan for 2021 is to resurrect these activities ings of the Harbour Commissioners. The web- debate about the parking enforcement regula- The port welcomes over 300 visiting vessels and allow Janice, the events organiser, to site has proven to be very popular worldwide tions on the quayside car park. Wells Harbour each year and receives frequent compliments regain the momentum lost in 2020. The Trust and now incorporates links to Facebook and Commissioners did announce the changes on the facilities and welcome the Port provides will provide grants on an individual basis:- Twitter. ahead of the installation of the cameras and them. • For a sailing course at beginner, Facebook and Twitter provided signage at the entrance and through- intermediate or advanced standard at local Quay Events approved sailing schools. The Port has a Facebook page which can be out the car park to ensure it was clear on the The Port has an Events Policy for all outside accessed via the website. This is a public page charging policy. All the commissioners expect • A sail training vessel for a week’s experi- organisations and groups wishing to use the ence at sea. The Trust will make a contri- and stakeholders do not need to have an ac- is for people to purchase a valid ticket at the quay for events. Compliance and agreement count to view the page. Also from the website machines. We are a business just like any other bution (direct to the sail training agency) to this policy in writing is required before an of an amount of money at the discretion of stakeholders can follow the Harbour Master on and we rely on the income from the car park event can go ahead. There will be fees for use Twitter. to pay for the upkeep of equipment, moorings the trustees. The Haven and plant that maintain our beautiful harbour. The Port’s bi-annual newsletter brings updates The majority of complaints are from people to Wells residents and other local villages. The stating that they have never bothered to buy a Autumn edition was cancelled given the inabil- ticket when stopping for fish and chips, despite ity to circulate the edition. very clear signs requiring them to do so. They are outraged to now find themselves with Crossing the Bar - Tales of Wells Harbour a parking charge for not having purchased Out now is Crossing the Bar - Tales of Wells Har- a ticket. We have never operated a “free” car bour written by Robert Smith and published by park to purchase fish and chips and it is not the Port. All profits from the book benefits the free after 6pm. Our charges run from 8am to Wells Harbour Maritime Trust and other local midnight, however if you arrive after 6pm the charities. charge is reduced to £1, so please remember to BPA purchase a valid ticket at the machine. The Commissioners are members of the BPA. Facilities Barge The facilities barge was closed for the season 16 17 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 Port of Wells Brochure 2021
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• On maritime courses to extend their mar- This is a great opportunity to itime skills such as a Sea Survival course. The Trust will make a contribution (paid learn or develop a new skill so directly by the WHMT to the training agen- why not apply? cy) of an amount of money at the discre- tion of the trustees Contact the Harbour Office for an application • On swimming courses so that young form:- people can learn to swim or teach with The Harbour Office, West Quay, Wells-next-the- confidence. The Trust will make a con- Sea, NR23 1AT tribution (directly to the swim school) per Phone: 01328 711646 applicant to cover the costs for an appro- Email: [email protected] priate swimming course (number of ses- WHMT would like to thank all supporters of sions at discretion of the Trustees). the Trust for their kind donations during the The Trust does not cover travelling or meal course of the year. costs.
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18 www.neilthompsonboats.co.uk 19 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 3. Vessels who need information on entry no pumping of bilges or other discharge Harbour Master’s Directions to the Port, please contact the Harbour within the Harbour Master. Prior notice of entry if possible 4. Safe and proper access to ships must be for users of Wells Harbour 4. Automatic bilge pumps must not be used maintained at all times These directions are generally enforceable under the Wells Harbour Revision Order of within the Harbour limits 5. No permanent storage of pots, fish boxes 1994 that contains details of penalties for non-compliance. Commercial Operators or gear at any time on quayside Navigation 11. Swimming is not permitted in the quayside 1. The Harbour Master must be given at least 6. Passenger carrying vessels must be prop- 1. All vessels should comply with Collision Reg- area 2.5hrs either side of high tide. Swim- eight hours prior notice of the arrival of erly licensed ulations but sailing and small craft vessels mers are not to use pontoons, moored boats ships and his clearance obtained before do not have automatic right of way due to at quayside or to climb on navigation marks Definition entry or movement within the Harbour depth limitations of the channel Moorings The Harbour is all navigable water inside Num- 2. Movements must be under the supervi- 2. Speed limits must be observed. A speed 1. No vessel may be launched or brought into ber 1 and Number 2 buoys sion of the Harbour Master and masters limit of 8 knots is in force for all navigable the Harbour without the prior consent of Harbour Limits must ensure sufficient crew is available at water from Number 6 buoy to Number 19 the Harbour Master and payment of dues. all times to ensure the safety of the vessel Bounded east by line of longitude 0°55’E Buoy and 5 knots from Number 19 Buoy Permit discs must be displayed Bounded west by line of longitude 0°50’E 3. Ships’ engines are not to be run except to the East End. However, vessels must 2. No moorings may be laid or ownership Bounded north by parallel of latitude 53°00’N always navigate with consideration for other transferred without prior approval of the when manoeuvring and there must be Harbour users particularly as regards wash Harbour Master who must be given notice created by your vessel of intent if a mooring is to be vacated for Port entry information and facilities 3. Jet-ski (personal watercraft) and hovercraft more than seven days Charts AC108; SC5614; Imray Y9, C28; OS132 formation is available live at the Harbour Office. type craft are not permitted in the Harbour 3. Boats must be kept properly moored at all Position of outer buoy Latitude 52°59’.684N, Moorings and berths Pontoon berths - if 4. High speed craft (other than members of times and rigging muffled on overwintering Longitude 000°50.235E. (West Cardinal) to the available - are just inside the quay to the west Wells Waterski Club) intending to operate at boats leading buoy (yellow special mark ). Then make or berths alongside the quay wall. Visitors’ more than 15 knots are not allowed to use 4. Boats’ names should be displayed and moor- course to entrance (Green No 1 conical buoy moorings available on request. the Harbour except for entry and exit unless ings marked as directed by the Harbour and Red No 2 can boy) which will be visible Night Entry The Harbour Launch will help specifically authorised by the Harbour Master ahead (east). direct vessels if possible or requested. A good Entry Information Prior notice of entry re- spotlight/torch is always helpful on entry. Master 5. Visiting vessels will be charged at the visi- quired if possible. Shipping - at least 24 hours Anchoring For suitable positions contact 5. Vessels must be kept clear of navigation tor’s rate as determined on the current list notice required. Contact Harbour Master. Harbour staff. Please keep fairway and channel marks of charges Access at Harbour entrance (No. 1 buoy) clear. Do not anchor in vicinity of the quayside 6. Power vessels over 4.57m (15ft) must carry 6. Masters are responsible for their vessels Max draft 3m at high water springs. Most vessel within mooring areas or in front of the Lifeboat third party insurance to a minimum speci- during shipping movements and must allow movements two hours before high water to House. fied by the Commissioners access to the quays to vessels wishing to two hours after high water - dependent on Landing Do not moor your craft from the 7. Collisions, strandings, vessels adrift or any load or unload cargo or passengers draft. There is considerably more scope for local middle to the east end of the main quay. This is obstructions to the channel must be report- 7. Vessels with quay berths may be required to vessels which are familiar with the entrance. used by commercial fishing vessels. ed to the Harbour Master. Incidents may be double berth and access must be allowed to The channel is continuously dredged from the Fuel/water Diesel oil available on the tide at entered in the report book in the Harbour the outside vessel. Masters are responsible entrance to the Lifeboat House. Contact Har- fuel berth. Contact Harbour Office. Fresh water Office for properly mooring and fendering their bour Master for latest access information. is available at pontoons. 8. Persons under 16 years of age may not op- own vessels Tidal Window Outer Harbour Commercial Electric/refuse Electricity is available at the erate powered boats capable of more than 8 General and wind farm vessels have an access of up pontoons. All refuse should be placed in bins knots within the harbour 1. No oil, bait, rubbish, sewage or any other to 3 hours either side of HW. There is more on main quay. Do not dispose of refuse in the substance may be allowed to enter the 9. Vessels proceeding to sea should be prop- scope available on neap tides. Vessels must Harbour. Harbour and any accidental discharge must erly and safely fitted out and be open to the inform Wells Harbour on channel 12 before Important All craft must observe the speed be reported to the Harbour Master imme- Harbour Master’s inspection movement. All skippers must obtain a Captains limits and must not create excessive wash in diately. Vessels with direct discharge toilets Handbook from the Harbour Office. the inner Harbour and quayside. 10. Masters of visiting vessels must complete a should seal off exit ports. Persons causing VHF/communication Call sign ‘Wells Harbour’ Notice for visiting vessels No crabbing, barbe- visitor’s registration form and, if from foreign pollution are liable to substantial fines VHF Channel 12 on arrival at Leading Buoy or ques, chairs or picnic tables on the pontoons. Ports, must ensure they obtain Customs 2. Public landing and launching places must before. Harbour Office - 01328 711646. Pontoons to be kept clear of all obstructions at clearance and have the correct documenta- not be obstructed Live weather Weather and sea conditions in- all times. tion for any animals 20 21 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 Entry into the Port Mooring at the Harbour hether approaching Wells Harbour from often available to escort visitors into the Harbour Main Quay east of the quayside with good protection Wthe Blakeney Overfall, the South Race, the and up to the quayside. Concrete blocked 200 metres in length runs from winds in most directions, and close to Woolpack or the Burnham Flats you will have east to west. From the eastern end to mid the town and facilities. Fore/aft and swinging no difficulty in laying and holding a course for Draft point is reserved for fishing vessels only. Mid moorings. the Wells leading buoy. The water, though quite On spring tides, Wells Harbour may be quay to west is the sailing vessel Albatros berth East Quay shallow in parts, presents few hazards and the entered by craft drawing up to 3m (10ft) at high and also visiting vessels. At the eastern end is These moorings are situated at the eastern end tides are not over powerful. A useful homing in water. On neap tides vessels drawing up to the fuel pontoon berth (no mooring). of the Harbour north of the boatstore in a very guide is the long plantation of fir trees (Holkham 1.75m (6ft) can enter at high water or two hours Outer Harbour quiet area, not suited for deep drafted vessels. Meals). Wells lies immediately at the eastern end either side of high water. As a guide vessels with 165m of shore accessed pontoons with fresh East End Pontoon of this plantation. a draft of up to 1.5m (5ft) can look at entry three water and electricity at pontoon bollards. 11.5m pontoon with landing stage running Previous to or on arrival at the leading buoy hours either side of high water up to the lifeboat 1.5m draft at low water. Vessels only allowed east to west. No private moorings. Use by Har- it is advisable to call the Harbour Master on VHF house on all states of tide. The channel is contin- to berth with prior permission of the Harbour bour staff only for boatyard purposes. Channel 12 (Wells Harbour). He will then advise ually dredged from the entrance to the lifeboat Master. Frank-T Pontoon you of the entry time. If you are attempting en- house. For more up to date access times contact Harbour Office quay/pontoons 11.5m pontoon running east to west. For try at night or are unsure the Harbour launch is the Harbour Master. Concrete blocked quay 26 metres in length Frank-T use only. with access bridge to 206 metres of pontoons Fuel Berth Pontoon Entry for visiting vessels or other vessels with the 11.5m pontoon running east to west. For ves- The entrance channel across the permission of the Harbour Master. sels bunkering fuel only. No moorings. bar and into the Harbour is subject to Tugboat Yard Quay Running Moorings change from time to time, however, the 46m shore accessed pontoons. Angling charter These moorings are for small vessels normally buoyage system is relatively stable. boats and permanent berths only. under 16’ split between Beach Bank and the From the Outer Buoy (West Cardinal) Harbour moorings for long term stay East End. head towards the leading buoy (special The Harbour lets annually approximately 200 VHF yellow mark, Flash Yellow 3s). From swinging/fore and aft moorings in various All commercial vessels working from the there continue ahead (easterly) towards parts of the Harbour, the main four areas are: Outer Harbour should call VHF Channel 12 for the large green No 1 conical buoy Buxtons Bight clearance before entry or departure. We would and No 2 can buoy - flashing red. It is Located at the northern end of the main run like to emphasise that all vessels should main- advisable to make good course to come these moorings are swinging type. These tain a listening watch on channels 12 and 16 between them until the smaller buoys moorings allow the maximum sea time during while inside the Port so that the Harbour can of the channel become visible. the tide. raise them if necessary. A minority of visiting From the starboard buoy No 9 (the The Run/Ben Taylor’s vessels fail to call Wells Harbour on channel ‘Knock’) the channel bends away These swinging moorings are on flat sand mid- 12 before entering, which can cause problems towards the south east into quieter way down the main run of the channel, ideally with berthing at the pontoons. waters. The wide sweep to the east just suited for sailors who want more sea time. past the lifeboat house must be made Sluice Creek with the red buoys quite close on the Ideally situated in a broad long creek north Port hand side as the channel is quite narrow. On passing green buoy named the ‘Pool’, sweep round to the south west and follow the buoys running parallel to the sea wall (beach bank) and follow the red/green buoys all the
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22 23 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 Fishing vessels Wells Harbour Commissioners Harbour dues Charges from 1 January to 31 December 2021 All fishermen £33 per metre per year All fishermen are entitled to a 10% discount on dues if paid by 28th February 2021. Dues and mooring charge is for the year whether full or part year Moorings Mooring fees All fishing boats on Main Quay £242 including one car park per year Running mooring £79 per year season ticket Fore & Aft/Swing £168 per year Visiting commercial vessels Drascombe type £99 per year Town Quay £51 per night Pontoons berth £440 per year Outer Harbour jetty (up to 20m/65.6ft) £118 per night Direct turnaround £56 per turnaround Vessels on running moorings are not allowed to have a tender. All tenders must be 3.6m (12ft) or under. Tenders over 3.6m (12ft) will be charged at the normal rate. Services Car Park up to 6pm cars (camper vans not permitted on quay) £5.00 per day Harbour Dues Car park after 6pm £1 per evening Dinghies up to 4.57m £87 per year Use of Quay charge All vessels over 4.57m £33 per metre Lifting boats in or out of the Harbour - non residential £53 Day launch £15 per day
Wells residents (defined as those who reside permanently in Wells and are on the Electoral Register) are entitled to a discount of 10% on Harbour dues if paid before 28th February 2021, after which full dues will be payable. Visiting vessels - Pontoon Rules Visiting leisure vessels- pontoon/quay wall mooring All Vessels £1 per ft (LOA) min £24 per night Visitors on their own anchor Free per day (max 1 week) On visiting mooring 50% of night rates
Visiting vessels over 10.66m (35ft) at the Harbour Master’s discretion. Maximum stay 2 weeks unless prior agreement with Harbour Master. Laying up Vessels remaining in boat store for longer than 2 weeks £25 per week NO CRABBING Winter boatstore Winter storage (30 September 2019 to 1 May 2020) £31 per metre (all vessels) Discretional additional laying-up fee for all vessels left beyond Winter period £100 per month PONTOONS TO BE Trailer store KEPT CLEAR OF All sizes £63 for summer season (May-Sept) OBSTRUCTIONS AT Vessels whether in the water or the compound will pay the equivalent of moorings and Harbour NO BARBEQUES dues if left in the Wells Harbour Commissioners’ boatstore. ALL TIMES.
Other Charges Harbour Launch charge £73 per hour (min 1 hr) William-T poa subject to availability Frank-T £154 per hour (min 1 hr) Tractor £53 per hour (min 1 hr) Hoist £24 per metre per lift NO CHAIRS OR Emergency Lift surcharge £38 PICNIC TABLES Raising mast £79 per hour (min 1 hr) Use of Launch to move boats £32 per hour (min 1 hr)
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Repairs are also required to gas bottle storage, focsle access, chain locker, anchor chain guides, cabin hatches (allowing more natural light), replacement of port holes in the saloon area and focsle access, hull insert plate welding where identified in the structural survey etc etc
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IInformationnformation and Contacts:Contacts: • WorksWorks ttoo the deck ttoo prprovideovide safesafe acaccesscess in FForor ananyy furfurtherther infinformationormation please call in and all wweatherseathers talk ttoo WWilliamilliam aatt WWillsills of WellsWells ccoffeeoffee onon thethe Just a leisurely stroll from the hustle and bustle of Wells town, our 5 star holiday park • FitFit out of the belobeloww deck kitchenkitchen and quayquay or email myself.myself. st storageorage arareaseas is situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with golden sandy beaches and WWee araree planning a new wwebeb sitsitee and will publish woodland walks on the Holkham National Nature Reserve. • UpdatingUpdating of safsafetyety systemssystems forfor firefire eveverythingerything wewe havehave on the Albatros’sAlbatros’s histhistory,ory, protectionprotection etcetc her rrefurbishmentefurbishment wworksorks and her planned Choose from a wide selection of accommodation, including our luxurious lodges with wraparound PProgrammerogramme futurfuturee with relevantrelevant links fforor calendar dadatestes etcetc decks, perfect for relaxing summer barbeques. 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30 31 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 Harbour Vessels & Services The Harbour Launch The Harbour Launch pro- Frank-T 14m steel vides an invalu- hulled vessel, with able service afloat a 10 tonne carry- for all Harbour ing capacity. The users. Vessels vis- vessel is equipped iting Wells for the with a 9 tonne first time, or other hiab crane and vessels on request, also bow ramps. are normally met in the vicinity of the leading The vessel is used for servicing the wind farm buoy or at the entrance and are escorted into supply vessels at the Outer Harbour from the the Harbour, especially at night. The Harbour quayside and also to move and lay moorings Launch also helps with the navigational aids and navigation buoys. The vessel is MCA coded and towing vessels. VHF channel 12. Call sign Cat 3. VHF channel 12. Call sign “Frank-T”. “Harbour Launch”. Tender-S 20m grab hopper dredger is road Beach Patrol 4.8m inflatable rib with 40hp transportable, 6m engine. Patrols spud legs and a 12 the main swim- tonne long reach ming area during excavator. Capac- summer season ity 40m³. Beam advising public 4.5m. The vessel on safety matters. is primarily used VHF channel 12. for works in the Harbour but in future may be Call sign “Beach Patrol”. available for hire to other ports/harbour au- William-T ex-RNLI Atlantic 75 rib. 20knots thorities. VHF Channel 12. Call sign “Tender-S”. cruising speed max 30 knots. This vessel is used for fast response Harbour Office AIS screens monitored within at sea,escorting the Harbour Office. visiting vessels Also monitored are and general two CCTV cameras, duties around one positioned at the harbour. VHF the Lifeboat House Channel 12. Call for Outer Harbour sign “William-T”. and main channel and the other at the Kari Hege 24m 200 tonne motorised barge Harbour Office for carrying a purpose built excavator with a large the Inner channel. 21m reach. This vessel maintains the channel to a minimum depth of 1m at low wa- ter during neap tides. VHF channel 12. Call sign “Kari Hege”.
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A DAY OF DISCOVERY Holkham Hall is situated just along the coast in honour of the victory at the Battle of the from Wells - a magnificent Palladian mansion Nile. Nelson held a dinner here prior to his built between 1734 and 1764 by Thomas departure to join HMS Agamemnon. The pub is Coke, the first Earl of Leicester. Not only is closed for refurbishment at the moment, but the house itself worth a visit but so too is the hopefully open by the time the season gets Stately Home • Holkham Stories Experience • Walled Garden Courtyard café and also the most magnificent going. A visit to the church is a must with all Ropes Course • Cycle and Boat Hire • Woodland Adventure Play Area parkland to walk and cycle around. its Nelson history. Burnham Thorpe is around Binham Priory was founded by a nephew five miles from Wells. Leave Wells on the Fak- Cafés • Shopping • Events • Walking and Cycling Routes • Beaches of William the Conqueror and is one of the enham Road, and turn right at the Holkham Holkham National Nature Reserve • The Victoria Inn earliest Norman religious foundations in the Gates. Carry on with the estate wall on your country. The impressive ruins are set among right hand side until you come to a right turn holkham.co.uk some of the most beautiful countryside with to New Holkham. Burnham Thorpe is at the earth- bottom of Holkham Estate, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk NR23 1AB works the hill. visible in Walsing- adjoining ham is five fields. miles from Binham Wells, and is about has been five miles a place of from pilgrim- Wells. age since Warham medieval Camp times. has some Both the of the Roman most im- Catho- pressive lic and earth- Anglican works shrines in in the the village county. attract Warham Camp is an Iron Age hill fort with thousands of visitors and pilgrims each year. steep banks and deep ditches built on a rise It is a beautiful place with a tangible atmo- overlooking the river Stiffkey. It is a fasci- sphere. nating place to visit and very atmospheric. The Coasthopper bus is an easy way to Warham is around two miles out of Wells. travel along the north Norfolk coast from Take the Warham road in the direction of King’s Lynn to Sheringham. Just catch the Walsingham by Gallery Plus. There is a left bus on Freeman Street or the Buttlands. See turn to Warham signposted off this. timetable at bus stop. Burnham Thorpe is the birthplace of Lord Cycling is the other way to get around - the Nelson, whose father was rector of the parish smaller roads round Wells are often almost church. The village’s main pub was built in traffic free and it is a wonderful way to see 1637 and was known as The Plough until the local sights. 1798 when it was renamed The Lord Nelson 37 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 Wells Sailing Club ells Sailing Club was founded over 90 Wyears ago and is still thriving today, with most of our members living in and around the local area. We are a family friendly club with a lively social calendar and an extensive sailing programme which runs from April to October. Races are held most weekends throughout the summer with our main class of boat being the 12 square metre Sharpie – an elegant, powerful ex-Olympic dinghy. We also have a handicap fleet with a wide range of the club with the bar open most weekends of boats including Lasers, Solos, Wayfarers through the summer. Watching the sunset and Fevas, plus club boats which are available from the deck on a summer evening is truly for members to use. Kayaking has grown in spectacular. popularity in recent years and is a great way to enjoy the harbour and marshes. We have a Our vision is to actively promote sailing and dedicated kayak storage area for our members ‘on the water’ pursuits and to encourage all close to one of the town slipways. generations to enjoy our beautiful coastline. If you’re interested in finding out more please The club is located at the East End of the town come along to the club and introduce yourself. where we have a clubhouse and parking for We look forward to seeing you on the water! our boats next to our own private slipway. The club itself is an open plan building with wellssailingclub.co.uk an extensive deck giving some of the best views along the coast. Social life is a big part
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Wells Sea Cadets - Unit 645 T.S Eliza Adams S.C.C o say that 2020 has been extraordinary the funding was a £20000 grant from the Sher- Twould be an understatement. We started ingham Shoal Community Fund. the year by gaining charitable status following on from our affiliation to the Marine Society & Generating electricity Sea Cadets and official recognition by the MoD Royal Navy. After that it all went downhill and on the 17th from the wind March we joined the rest of the country in lock- down with all face to face Sea Cadet activities suspended including all fundraising events we had planned to be involved in. Suddenly, the The Sheringham Shoal Offshore Wind Farm, operated world of virtual interaction was thrust upon us. by Equinor, produces enough green energy to power Sea Cadets HQ led the way by re-designing the majority of lesson plans and a number of cours- 220,000 homes every year, making a significant es that could be delivered virtually. This new style of delivery and learning was offered to contribution to reducing greenhouse gases. cadets and they could decide whether or not to engage. This was important as we did not want Late in 2019 we were notified that we had won an efficiency burgee for 2018-2019; awarded to Wells-next-the-Sea is only 20 nautical to interfere with their education nor overload them with on-line learning. a Unit judged to be “Very Good” or better – a miles from the wind farm making it well massive achievement for a new Unit. 2019-2020 was even better with higher marks and another placed to be the base for burgee. Wells Sea Cadets was one of the first Units to put operation and maintenance into place the necessary Covid-19 precautions and gain permission to return to parading and work which is managed from boating which we did in September thanks to Wind Farm Place, Egmere. our partners Wensum Trust and Alderman Peel High School. We also spent 4 days on Holkham Lake rowing and kayaking during half term thanks to Holkham Estate. We celebrated a so- cially distanced Trafalgar Day and also engaged with a national community project designing and painting poppy pebbles to lay on the vari- The majority of cadets did engage in some ous war graves in Wells and neighbouring towns form of SCC learning with a number of them and villages to commemorate Remembrance completing their training modules and gaining Sunday and Armistice Day. We managed to promotion. 9 cadets and adult volunteers com- complete the pebbles the day before lockdown pleted the online RYA Essential Navigation and 2 came into force and activities were suspended again. Parents and cadets then laid the pebbles Seamanship course and 5 cadets “attended” and passed the new Cadet Naval Airman Proficiency on dozens of war graves in time for Remem- course. We also had cadets engaged with virtual brance Day. military music lessons provided by Blackheath As I write this article, we are 1 week into Lock- Academy. Junior Sea Cadet Olivia even attended down 2. The adult volunteers are keeping the week long JSC virtual Summer Camp! in touch with our cadets and planning virtual After a year of planning and fundraising Au- meetings and hopefully we will be back to face gust saw us taking delivery of our new mod- to face activities in the not too distant future. ular building. The SCC Hub is sited on school Noel Wheatley MBE www.sheringhamshoal.co.uk grounds and gives the Sea Cadets much needed Chairman office and storage space and classrooms that Wells Sea Cadets 40 can be shared with APHS. A significant part of 41 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 Port of Wells Brochure 2021
on the River Ouse or Norfolk Broads. Since King’s Lynn Coastal Spring 2020 we have based one of our St Ayles skiffs in Wells-next-the-Sea, one of our favourite Rowing Club rowing destinations.
… are often seen rowing in the harbour; if you We welcome anyone over the age of 16 to want to know more, read on. join us for a trial row and we are looking into the possibility of starting a youth section for King’s Lynn Coastal Rowing Club those under 16. Previous rowing experience is Our club was founded in 2013 by Bob Panrucker, not necessary and all equipment is provided. now the Club’s commodore. As well as rowing, … are often seen rowing in the harbour; if you wantWe to take know a relaxed more, approachread on. to rowing but also Orchard Holiday Park our members can learn boat building skills and compete with other East Coast rowing clubs Ourget clubto see was the beautifulfounded Northin 2013 Norfolk by Bob Coast Panrucker, including now the hosting Club’s our commodore. own Regatta Asin King’s well asLynn Wells-next-the-sea, North Norfolk rowing,from the our water. members We row can St Ayles learn Skiffs boat buildingeach with skills and and attending get to see the the local beautiful Morston North and Blakeney Norfolk Coastthe capacity from the for water.four oars, We a rowcox andSt Ayles a passenger Skiffs eachRegatta’s with the hosted capacity by our for neighbours four oars, aand cox friends and and are in the process of building a smaller at Coastal Rowing Association Blakeney. Your very own aWemyss passenger skiff. and All areof our in boatsthe process are seaworthy of building and a smaller Wemyss skiff. All of our boats are luxurious holiday home seaworthyperfect for andexploring perfect the forcreeks exploring and harbours the creeks of and harbours of North Norfolk. The Club’s If you are interested in a trial row or would like rowingNorth Norfolk.boats are The built Club’s and rowing maintained boats are by builtour members . on our secure holiday park. and maintained by our members. to find our more please visit our website, www. We row every weekend and some weekday eveningsklcrc.club, all along look thefor usNorfolk on Facebook coast fromor Instagram King’s LynnWe row to Cley every-next weekend-the Sea and and some sometimes weekday inland onor emailthe River us at [email protected] or Norfolk Broads. Since Springevenings 2020 all alongwe have the Norfolk based coast one fromof our King’s St Ayles skiffs in Wells-next-the-Sea, one of our favouriteLynn to Cley-next-the rowing destinations. Sea and sometimes inland
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Port of Wells Brochure 2021 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 Sailing the East Coast from Wells Summary of results For the year ended 31 December 2019 Whitby—111 nm are provided. Well worth a visit as the Humber Whitby is the gem of the east coast which river is a place of great interest and a magical stands at the mouth of the River Esk. It has place to sail. 2019 2018 been a major fishing port for hundreds of years Wisbech—38nm £ £ and the town is full of history. The remains of Cambridgeshire’s link with the sea at Wisbech Income Statement the abbey on the East Cliff date from the 13th Yacht harbour. Facilities include a 75 tonne Turnover 1,461,071 1,456,503 century, but it was first founded in 657. Visiting travel hoist including a three tonne crane for Cost of Sales (794,847) (825,854) craft raft up on the Whitby Marina pontoons, mast stepping, engine replacement etc. CCTV, Gross excess of income over expenditure 666,224 630,649 beyond the swing bridge. For a good meal find water and electricity are available to all berths the Duke of York pub overlooking the harbour and showers, toilets and diesel fuel are close Overhead expenses (756,809) (791,423) in the old town. Well by. The Yacht Harbour Other operating income 223,634 358,985 worth a visit. Master can advise on Interest receivable and similar charges 4,387 2,520 Scarborough—95 optimum times to Excess of income over expenditure before taxation 137,436 187,591 nm arrive to make best Taxation of ordinary activities (29,182) (13,140) A seaside resort use of tides, depths of Excess of income over expenditure for the year 108,254 187,591 with a mixture of water and air draft. identities. It has a Lowestoft—56 nm Balance Sheet harbour formed by A maritime town Fixed Assets 1,596,229 1,646,110 four piers which and tourist destina- Current Assets divide it in two, the tion. The port is the 1,528,378 1,604,912 Old Harbour and mainstay of the town. Creditors - amounts within one year (245,723) (384,746) East Harbour, where The rebuilding of the Net Current assets 1,282,655 1,220,166 visiting craft moor yacht basin has been Total Assets less Current Liabilities 2,878,884 2,866,276 on drying pontoons completed and is well Provisions (64,416) (66,909) in the south west worth a visit. Being Net Assets 2,814,468 2,799,367 corner. Worth a visit the most easterly port, just for the interest- it is well placed for the Reserves ing entrance into the crossing to the Scandi- Accumulated fund 1,699,428 1,588,680 East Harbour! navian and European Grant Reserve 308,185 317,006 Bridlington—79 coast. A worthwhile Grant Reserve - Slipway Hoist 111,123 125,014 nm walk can be taken to Capital Reserve - Shellfish facility 311,695 318,944 A popular holiday the Sparrows Nest Capital Reserve 370,830 449,723 resort with fine Gardens and Museum, Capital Reserve - The Lifeboat Horse Sculpture 13,207 - beaches sheltered by home of the Royal Total Reserves 2,814,468 2,799,367 Flamborough Head. Navy Patrol Service Note assets above include: The Bayle Gate built 1388 is worth a visit, it has during WWII Investment by Scira into Outer Harbour and channel and Inner Harbour served as a courtroom, sailors’ prison barracks Southwold—73 nm and is now a museum. A real step back in time, watching the activity Spend to 31 December 2019 Grimsby—52 nm of the local fishermen landing their catch and Cost brought forward 1,951,170 1,951,170 Conveniently located just a short distance the rowing boat ferrying people across the riv- Capital equipment disposed in year (7,617) up the river Humber. Vessels can moor in the er to Walberswick. Sitting on the visitors quay 1,943,553 1,951,170 basin outside the lock, and there is free access is like being in a different age, opposite is the to the open lock two hours either side of high historic Harbour Inn where most of the visiting Less Depreciation brought forward (1,522,152) (1,365,625) water. Outside these times vessels can lock crews are normally found, either having a good Less amounts depreciated in year (78,886) (156,527) through for a charge. After going through the meal in the restaurant or relaxing with a pint of Less depreciation on disposal (6,871) - lock carry on straight to the marina. Visitors Adnams Bitter. A great place to stop over. Total Included in Assets 335,644 429,018 can moor in vacant berths where all facilities 44 WHC are a non-profit making organisation whose excess of income over expenditure is ploughed back into the Harbour for the good of the stakeholders 45 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 AUDIT TAX ADVISORY Port of Wells Brochure 2021 The Harbour and the Community ells Harbour Commissioners (WHC) sup- and institutions throughout the year donating Wport many community events permitting his fees to the Trust. use of the harbour and quayside wherever pos- sible. Event Policy WHC have an events policy. Any organisation North Norfolk Triathlon wishing to promote or organise an event should WHC via its charity the Wells Harbour Maritime approach us as early as possible and approval Trust organise an annual Olympic distance tri- would be based on: athlon. The event raises funds for the charity • Objectives and scope of the event Great relationships, which provides grants for young local people • Commitment of the organisers to provide in maritime courses, water-based activities and an event with their own resources and insur- training. ances great conversations • Effect of the event on the local commu- The Annual RNLI Service nity and sur- This annual event is en- rounding area and great futures joyed by townsfolk and visitors. WHC ensure space WHC will consider is made available at the charging fees to visiting pontoons for the the event organisa- arrival of the lifeboat and tion as appropriate provide space for people taking into con- Now more than ever, it’s important to have the right to come and enjoy the ser- sideration the na- support in place for you and your business. vice and hymns to honour ture of the event, our lifeboat crew. the legal status of With our full-service offering, our team can help you Photo by Martyn Gould the organisation, build stability and minimise disruption during these Christmastide the length of the WHC organise the arrival of Santa for this unique event and amount of Port personnel and time challenging times, offering sound financial and and fantastic event. WHC also sponsor a Christ- required. If WHC considers it appropriate to business advice. mas Tree and the quayside is used for crowds to charge for the use of the quay the following fees welcome Santa who visits Wells each year arriv- apply and must be paid for prior to the event.: ing on the tide from the North Sea by boat. Fee Structure: Wells Carnival Daily use of quay £800 We’re here to support you
The Annual Raft Race is held each year by the Half day use of quay £400 “
Carnival Committee and Harbour staff organise Use of non car park area of quay £200 the course and supply safety boats. through the ever-changing“
Kayak Safaris financial world. The Harbour Master arranges kayak safaris around the creeks for the public to enjoy the harbour from a different perspective. These events are free, with donations welcomed for the WHMT. T: 0330 024 0888 Other activities larking-gowen.co.uk The Harbour Master gives many talks to groups
46 Now, for tomorrow 47 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 Supporting a Sustainable Lobster Fishery ustainability is a hot topic in many environ- fed, type of feed and using technology to keep Sments and for our fishing fleet it has greater them separated to stop them eating each other! relevance each day that passes. Historically, Typical survival rates to post larvae stage is esti- in order to safeguard stocks - and in this case mated at a maximum 25%, so the hatchery might lobsters - methods such as fishing effort man- release a few thousand small adults each year. agement and/or protecting or restoring discrete Whilst this sounds a large amount, the journey to habitats or fishing areas have been the usual adulthood remains perilous and researchers es- techniques employed. However, aquaculture is timate a very small percentage actually make it increasingly viewed as an additional approach to adulthood. So the greater the volume of small and farming of species such as salmon is very lobsters that can be released the more chance of common and well recognised. Lobster hatch- success as a sustainable resource. eries are growing in popularity as advances in What is the plan? research makes it more commercially viable and The aim is that by spring 2021, what is known also perceived as a positive alternative way to as the Fisherman’s shed next to Tug Boat Yard, creating a sustainable fishery by introducing will become the base for the Port of Wells Lob- lobsters into the habitats which considerably in- ster Hatchery. The building itself is constructed creases the population and thus the chances of in such a way that it already lends itself very well more juveniles growing to ‘plate size’. Wells Har- to such a cause – saltwater can be pumped into bour Commissioners and the Wells Fisherman’s the shed from the creek, it has specially adapted Association have been undertaking an in depth flooring with drainage for ‘wet use’ as well as a study to explore the feasibility of developing a visitor window to look in and see what is hap- hatchery which will support and increase the pening. chances of having a sustainable inshore lobster We hope to have our fishing fleet, local restau- fishery for Wells for the future, which then also rants and suppliers being able to promote this protects our fishing fleet and future generations. and be proud of sourcing from our very own sus- How does a Lobster Hatchery work? tainable Lobster fishery. There are also plans of Female lobsters extrude fertilised eggs un- making it an attraction in its own right for peo- derneath their abdomen, where they remain ple to come and visit and look to offer them the attached and develop slowly over the winter. opportunity to release their own small lobster in During development, the colour of the eggs return for a donation to help towards running changes from black to dark red as yolk is exhaust- costs. ed. Embryos directly hatch into the water column Naturally the Fishermen’s Association and at dusk over several successive evenings. A ‘Hen’ Wells Harbour Commission are very excited and may release up to 20,000 larvae. Larvae develop we do hope that through 2021 this will become in the water column over several weeks develop- another feature for Wells-next-the-Sea to be ing in 3 stages before they become a ‘post-larvae’ proud of. stage where they resemble small adults. Hatcheries usually source ‘Hens’ from the fish- ermen and hold them over the coming weeks until the embryos hatch. The hatchlings are then separated and reared until they become small adults at which time they are then released back into the sea/ fishery to continue their develop- ment to adulthood over the next few years. Lobsters are aggressive and cannibalistic at larvae and post larvae stages. The yield hatcher- ies manage is mainly dependent on how they are
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The HM Coastguard team, Wells, based in the town is on-call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for search and Port of Wells Brochure 2021 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 rescue operations. We are a group of volunteers from diverse backgroundsWells Coastguard, who are responsible for the co- RNLI WellsRNLI Lifeboat Wells Station Lifeboat Station ordination and delivery of emergency search and rescue HM Coastguard Wells response Theto all HM maritime Coastguard incidents team, Wells, on basedthe immediate in Engines:Work 2 x 13-litre has commenced Scania D13 650hp on enginesthe build- with propulsion from twin Hamilton HJ364 coastline theand town at sea. is on-call Our guard24 hours runs a day, from 365 Thornham days a The HM Coastguard team,year Wells for search, based and inrescue the operations. town is We are waterjetsing of the new boathouse and it is on-call 24 hours througha day, 365 toa group Kelling days of a butvolunteers year we for can fromsearch be diversetasked and back- anywhere along Steeringvery positions: exciting 2 – an to elevated see progress upper steer- daily rescue operations.the We Norfolk aregrounds, acoast group whoand of arebeyond. volunteers responsible We are forfro theCategom co-ordi-ry 1 ing positiontowards for 360º what views we and have one been inside callingthe respondersnation (same and as delivery police, of fireemergency and ambulance) search and and we work alongside wheelhouse diverse backgrounds, who are responsible for the co- “Shannon land”. them andrescue also the response RNLI towhen all maritime required. incidents We can on call on many resources if Construction: Hull, deck and wheelhouse are ordination and delivery ofthe emergency immediate coastline search and and at rescuesea. Our guard constructed of composite materials; pre- needed includingruns from ourThornham Coastguard through helicopter to Kelling but fleet and air ambulance. We The foundations are nearly complete dominantly an epoxy resin film infusion glass response to all maritimefrequently weincidents respon can bed tasked toon walkers the anywhere immediate that along have the been Norfolk cut off by the tide or offering medical assistance and sandwichand construction, it is likely thatwith carbonthe floor fibre inslab will coastline and at sea.safety Our advice coastguard to and sailorsruns beyond. from who We Thornhamhave are Category found themselves1 respond- in trouble around our coast. Our team also ers (same as police, fire and ambulance) and areas bewith cast high by load March 2021. We will then through to Kellingattend but webroken can downbe tasked or aground anywhere vessels, alon helpg injured people such as walkers and horse riders, deal we work alongside them and also the RNLI RNLI Wellssee a “Shannon change Land”of workforce and the Norfolk coastwith and suspected beyond.when required. ordnanceWe are We Catego washedcan callry on up 1 many on the resources local beaches, carry out receiver of wreck duties and tasked to. Our specialist training includes RNLI Wells “Shannon Land” equipment as contractors Reside responders (samemuch as police, more.if needed Ourfire teamand including ambulance) are ourhighly Coastguard skilled and andhelicopterwe workreceive alongside specialistwater rescue, equipment advanced firstand aidtraini andng lost to &carry out Work has commenced on the building of the them and also theanything RNLI when fleetthat we andrequired. areair ambulance.tasked We to can . OurWe frequentlycall specialist on many re- training resourcesmissing include persons ifs water search. rescue, Wells advance Coastguardd first aid and The newnew boathouseboathouse and is it situatedis very exciting close to to take over from Mackley and the spond to walkers that have been cut off by the remind you that your safety is in your hands. see progress daily towards what we have been lost & missing persons search. Wells Coastguard remind you that your safety is in your hands. Be building of walls, doors, windows and roofs begins. The expected completion needed including our Coastguardtide or offering helicopter medical fleetassistance and and air safety ambulance. Be prepared; We please ensure that you are thecalling Beach “Shannon Bank land”.and, when it is finished, advice to sailors who have found themselves date is Spring 2022 and our new Shannon Class all-weather lifeboat will be deliv- frequently responprepared;d to walkers please that ensure have that been you cut are off well by equipped the tide well foror whateverofferingequipped formedical activity whatever you assist activity areance taking you and are part in, it willThe foundationshouse a Shannon are nearly completeclass all- andweather it is check thein weather trouble around conditions our coast. and Our tides team before also at- headingtaking out part and in, familiarise check the weather yourself conditions with the area. In ered as soon as the boathouse is ready for use. safety advice to sailors whotend have broken found down orthemselves aground vessels, in trouble help in- around our coast. Our team also lifeboat,likely that a theD-class floor inshoreslab will be lifeboat cast by Marchand an emergency at sea or on the coast, contact us on VHFand tidesCH16 before or call heading 999 and out ask and f familiariseor the coastguard. 2021. We will then see a change of workforce attend broken down or agroundjured people vessels, such as help walkers injured and horse people riders, suchyourself as walkers with the and area. horse In an emergency riders, deal at sea launchThe Shannon and recovery is the equipment latest class for of all-weather lifeboat to join the RNLI fleet. She’s Boat ownersdeal don’twith suspected forget to ordnance register washed your vessel up on with our free safety service. Download the RYA and equipment as contractors Reside take over or on the coast, contact us on VHF CH16 or call from Mackley and the building of walls, doors, with suspected ordnancethe washed local beaches, up on carry the outlocal receiver beac ofhes, wreck carry out receiver of wreck duties and both.the firstThere willmodern be improvedall-weather facilities lifeboat to be propelled by waterjets instead of tra- SafeTrx app or register online: www.safetrx.rya.org.uk999 and ask for the coastguard. Boat owners windows and roofs begins. The expected com- much more. Our team areduties highly and skilled much more. and Our receive team are specialist highly equipment and training to carry out don’t forget to register your vessel with our ditionalpletion date propellers, is Spring 2022 makingand our newher Shan-the RNLI’s most agile and manoeuvrable all- skilled and receive specialist equipment and for crew and greater facilities for train- anything that we are tasked to. Our specialist training includes wfreeater safety rescue, service. advance Downloadd firstthe RYA aid SafeTrx and weathernon Class all-weather lifeboat yet.lifeboat will be delivered The new boathouse is situated close to the training to carry out anything that we are app or register online: www.safetrx.rya.org.uk ing as well as a souvenir shop, a walk around public gallery in the boat hall and lost & missing persons search. Wells Coastguard remind you that your safety is in your hands. Be as soon as the boathouse is ready for use. Beach Bank and when it is finished, it will spaceShannon for community lifeboat engagement. at a glance: prepared; please ensure that you are well equipped for whatever activity you are taking part in, The Shannon is the latest class of all-weather house a Shannon class all-weather lifeboat, a lifeboat to join the RNLI fleet. She’s the first D-class inshore lifeboat and launch and recov- check the weather conditions and tides before heading out and familiarise yourself with the area. In ShannonLaunchmodern all-weather type: lifeboat Carriage, lifeboat to afloat be propelled or slipway ery equipmentThe for launchboth. There and will recoverybe improved sys- an emergency at sea or on the coast, contact us on VHF CH16 or call 999 and ask for the coastguard. Crew:by waterjets 6 instead of traditional propellers, facilities for crewtem and acts greater like facilitiesa mobile for train-slipway making her the RNLI’s most agile and manoeu- ing as well as a souvenir shop, a walk around Boat owners don’t forget to register your vessel with our free safety service. Download the RYA Survivorvrable all-weather capacity: lifeboat Self yet.-righting 23, Non self-rightingfor the 79 Shannon, which can be SafeTrx app or register online: www.safetrx.rya.org.uk public gallery in the boat hall and space for MaximumShannon lifeboat speed: at 25 a glance: knots community engagement.driven directly onto the beach Launch type: Carriage, afloat or slipway Range / endurance: 250 nautical miles Shannon lifeboatfor recovery. Weighing in at Crew: 6 Length:Survivor capacity: 13.6m Self-righting 23, Non It can drive straight37 tonnes, into big surf this and safely impressive Beamself-righting / width: 79 4.5m launch the lifeboatpiece in of up kitto 2.4m can of carrywater. an 18- Not only that, in the event of breakdown with DraughtMaximum speed:/ depth: 25 knots 1m tonne Shannon over all kinds Range / endurance: 250 nautical miles an incoming tide, the watertight tractor can DisplacementLength: 13.6m / weight: 18 tonnes (maximum)be completely of submerged beach terrain. in depths of up to FuelBeam capacity:/ width: 4.5m 2,740 litres 9m before being retrieved once the tide has Hoylake’s Shannon class lifeboat Photo: Dave receded.James In calm conditions, the tractor doesn’t Engines:Draught / depth: 2 x 13-litre 1m Scania D13 650hp engines with propulsion from twin Hamil- It Displacementcan drive straight / weight: into18 tonnes big surf(maximum) and safelyeven launch have theto get lifeboat wet. Its hydraulic in up to carriage 2.4m oftilts wa- ton HJ364 waterjets ter.Fuel Not capacity: only that,2,740 litresin the event of breakdown7 degrees with andownwards, incoming allowing tide, the the lifeboat watertight to 50 2 – an elevated upper steering position for 360º views and51 tractorSteering can positions:be completely submerged in depths of up to 9m before being retrieved one inside the wheelhouse once the tide has receded. In calm conditions, the tractor doesn’t even have to get Hull, deck and wheelhouse are constructed of composite materi- wet.Construction: Its hydraulic carriage tilts 7 degrees downwards, allowing the lifeboat to run downals; thepredominantly slope into the an water.epoxy resin film infusion glass sandwich construction, with Whencarbon it’s fibretime into recover,areas with the high beached load lifeboat is winched bow first onto the trac- tor’s unique turntable cradle and it can rotate the lifeboat 180º, ready to be launched again within 10 minutes.
For any coastal emergency dial 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard
For more information about RNLI Wells Lifeboat Stationor if you would like to find out more about being a member of our team please contact 01328 710230 Or visit our website www.wellslifeboat.org RNLI Wells “Shannon Land” The new boathouse is situated close to the Beach Bank and, when it is finished, it will house a Shannon class all-weather Port of Wells Brochure 2021 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 runlifeboat, down the slope a into D-class the water. inshore lifeboat and When it’s time to recover, the beached lifeboat For any coastal emergency is winchedlaunch bow andfirst onto recovery the tractor’s unique equipment dial 999 for or 112 and ask for turntable cradle and it can rotate the lifeboat 180º,both. ready to There be launched will again be within improved 10 facilitiesthe Coastguard minutes. Thefor launch crew and recovery and system greater acts like afacilities For morefor information train- about RNLI Wells mobile slipway for the Shannon, which can be Lifeboat Station or if you would like to find drivening directly as well onto the as beach a forsouvenir recovery. shop,out more a about walk being around a member of publicour team gallery in the boat hall and Weighing in at 37 tonnes, this impressive piece please contact 01328 710230 of kitspace can carry for an 18-tonne community Shannon over allengagement. Or visit our website www.wellslifeboat.org kinds of beach terrain. Shannon lifeboat The launch and recovery sys- tem acts like a mobile slipway for the Shannon, which can be driven directly onto the beach for recovery. Weighing in at 37 tonnes, this impressive piece of kit can carry an 18- tonne Shannon over all kinds of beach terrain.
Hoylake’sHoylake’s Shannon Shannon class lifeboat class Photo: lifeboat Dave James Photo: Dave James National Coastwatch Institution – Wells-next-the-Sea oundedIt can in 1994, drive The National straight Coastwatch into bigexperience, surf andand full trainingsafely by the launch NCI ensures the lifeboat in up to 2.4m of wa- Fter.Institution Not currently only has 56that, operational in the eventthat high ofstandards breakdown are met. with an incoming tide, the watertight NCI stations which are manned by over 2600 The lookout at Wells-next-the-Sea is ideally volunteers,tractor keeping can watch be around completely the British positionedsubmerged overlooking in the depths tidal Outer Har- of up to 9m before being retrieved Isles from Fleetwood in the North West, through bour Channel used by all vessels entering the Wales, to the South and East of England to Horn- picturesque North Norfolk port. It is staffed 365 seaonce in the East the Riding tide of Yorkshire. has receded.days In a yearcalm by a team conditions, of fifty plus highly trainedthe tractor doesn’t even have to get Reporting directly to H.M.Coastguard as a volunteers from all walks of life; some local and ‘declaredwet. asset,’ Its NCI hydraulic Watchkeepers provide carriage sometilts who 7travel degrees quite a distance downwards, to carry out allowing the lifeboat to run thedown eyes and earsthe along slope the coast, into monitoring the water.their duty. radio channels and providing a listening watch As well as watching over our local leisure sailors, In case of Emergency phone 999 and ask for Coastguard. in poor visibility. They are trained to deal with a busy sailing club, windsurfers, water skiers and emergenciesWhen offering it’s time a variety ofto skills recover, and the beached lifeboat is winched bow first onto the trac- 52 53 tor’s unique turntable cradle and it can rotate the lifeboat 180º, ready to be launched again within 10 minutes.
For any coastal emergency dial 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard
For more information about RNLI Wells Lifeboat Station or ifyou would like to find out more about being a member of our team please contact 01328 710230 Or visit our website www.wellslifeboat.org Port of Wells Brochure 2021 a number of inshore fishing boats, we have an Office and follow the footpath for one mile to increasingly busy Outer Harbour used by the where it slopes up to the beach. The lookout windfarm support vessels serving the Shering- is on the left. NOTE. do not walk on the road, ham Shoal Windfarm. We also have extensive it is dangerous. Use the raised footpath on the views over the beach and the tidal area of Bob bank. Halls Sand and a distant view of the Rotterdam to Hull east coast shipping lane, all of which are constantly monitored. Your legal matters Wells beach, especially in the Summer months, is extremely busy and our watchkeepers spend a lot of time co-ordinating searches for lost in safe hands children and those who have crossed the fast flowing channel onto Bob Hall Sands and the for generations spit that runs out to Wells Bar, potentially to be cut off by the incoming tide. In the Summer Hayes + Storr Solicitors handle a whole months the beach siren is announced by the range of family, property and business watchkeepers and sounded to warn of the incoming tide and that it’s time to return to legal matters with care and professionalism. the main beach. The recommended swimming area, which is marked by a line of yellow buoys, is another focus of attention as swimming here Current weather and sea conditions are avail- can be dangerous at all states of the tide. able by telephone during watch hours The National Coastwatch Institution is a Regis- Station Address: tered Charity (No.1159975) and each Station is The Lookout, Pinewoods Holiday Park responsible for raising its own funds to cover Beach Road operational costs. At Wells-next-the-Sea we Wells-next-the-Sea now have planning permission to replace the Norfolk fragile seventy-year-old building we currently NR23 1DR operate from so we will be embarking on a Station E-mail: [email protected] concentrated campaign of fundraising during Station Telephone: 01328 710587 the early part of 2021 to fund the new building. Station Call Sign: Wells NCI VHF: Channel 65 (dedicated NCI channel) At the time of writing we are still affected by Summer Opening: 08:30 – 18:00 Every Day a global pandemic (Covid-19) which restricts (from the beginning of BST) numbers to one watchkeeper on duty at any Extended Summer Opening Hours (during one time but, as soon as restrictions are lifted, school Summer holidays): 08:30 – 20:00 we will be able to welcome visitors back to the Winter Opening: 08:30 – 16:00 (from end of Station to view the operation first hand. BST) Access By car; From The Quay / Freeman Street, turn into Beach Road and follow it for one mile to Pinewoods Car Park (pay and display). From there walk past the Beach Cafe and up the Call us today 01328 710210 slope towards the beach. The entrance to the lookout is at the top of the slope on the left. www.hayesandstorr.co.uk There are five wooden steps and a long sloping ramp. Fakenham | King’s Lynn | Wells | Holt | Sheringham | Swaffham On foot : From The Quay walk past the Harbour 55 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 Port of Wells Brochure 2021
Nautical flags & Numeral Pennants
autical flags are an international code Three-flags: are for points of the compass, rel- Nsystem used for two ships to signal to each ative bearings, standard times, verbs, punctua- other or for a ship to signal to shore. They are tion and also general code and decode signals. also called signalling nautical flags. Using a Four-flags: used for geographical signals, names group of different coloured flags, shaped flags of ships, bearings, etc. and markings each one has a different meaning. Five-flags: used to relate time and position. The flags can be used Nauticalalone or flags in combina- & Numeral PennantsSix-flags: used to indicate north or south or east tion with another flag.They are made up of 26 or west in latitude and longitude signals. Nautical flags are an international code system used for two ships to signal to each other or for a ship to square flags (which representsignal to shore. the Theyletters are alsoof the called signallingSeven-flags:for nautical flags. longitudeUsing a group signals of different containing coloured flags, alphabet) along with 10shaped numbered flags and markingspendants; each one hasmore a different than meaning. one hundred The flags candegrees. be used alone or in combination with another flag.They are made up of 26 square flags (which represent the letters of the one answering pendantalphabet) and three along withsubstitutes 10 numbered pendants;There one are answering also flags pendant used and inthree nautical substitutes racing or repeaters. At or repeaters. At sea, onlysea, a only few a fewflag flag colours colours are are easily recognized,which signal these are:to the red, competitorsblue, yellow, blac whatk, and whitethey and are they easily recognized, thesecannot are: be red, mixed blue, indiscriminately. yellow, For easysupposed recognition to nautical do. flags are either red and white, yellow and blue, blue and white, black and white along with plain red, white and blue. black, and white and they cannot be mixed The knowledge of their meanings indiscriminately. For easyare valuable recognition at sea in nautical case of flags are either red anddanger white, or breakdowns yellow and in other blue, blue and white, black andcommunications white along systems with such as radio. plain red, white and blue. One-flag: urgent or common The knowledge of theirsignals. meanings are valuable at sea in case of dangerTwo or- flagsbreakdowns: used mostly in for other distress communications systemsand manoeuvrinsuch as radio.g. Three-flags: are for points of the One-flag: urgent or commoncompass, relativesignals. bearings, Two-flags: used mostlystandard for distress times, verbs, and punctuationmanoeu- vring. and also general code and decode signals. Four-flags: used for geographical International meaningssignals, for names nautical of ships, flags: bearings, etc. Five-flags: used to relate time and A: Alpha – diver down;pos keepition. clear B: Bravo – carrying dangerousSix-flags: used cargo to indicate north or south or east or west in latitude and C: Charlie – yes longitude signals. D: Delta – keep clear Seven-flags:for longitude signals E: Echo – altering coursecontaining to starboard more than one hundred degrees. F: Foxtrot – I am disabledThere are also flags used in nautical G: Golf – I want a pilotracing which signal to the competitors what they are supposed H: Hotel – a pilot on boardto do. I: India – I am altering course to port International meanings for nautical flags: J: Juliet – vessel on fire keep clear T: Tango – keep clear A: Alpha – diver down; keep J: Juliet – vessel on fire keep S: Sierra – engines are going K: Kilo – I want to communicateclear with you clearU: Uniform – you are headingastern into danger L: Lima – stop your vesselB: Bravo instantly – carrying K:V: Kilo Victor – I want – torequire assistanceT: Tango – keep clear M: Mike -my vessel is stoppeddangerous cargo communicateW: Whiskey with you– require medicalU: Uniform assistance – you are heading C: Charlie – yes L: Lima – stop your vessel into danger N: November – no D: Delta – keep clear instantlyX: X-ray – stop your intentionV: Victor – require assistance O: Oscar – Man overboardE: Echo – altering course to M:Y: Mike Yankee -my vessel – am is stopped dragging anchorW: Whiskey – require medical starboard N:Z: November Zulu – –I requireno a tug assistance P: Papa – vessel is aboutF: Foxtrot to sail – I am disabled O: Oscar – Man overboard X: X-ray – stop your intention Q: Quebec – I request G:free Golf pratique – I want a pilot P: Papa – vessel is about to Y: Yankee – am dragging R: Romeo – reverse courseH: Hotel – a pilot on board sail anchor I: India – I am altering course Q: Quebec – I request free Z: Zulu – I require a tug S: Sierra – engines areto going port astern pratique R: Romeo – reverse course 56 57 Port of Wells Brochure 2021 Final comments from Port of Wells Boatstore the Harbour Master ntering a new harbour for the first time can on VHF channel 12 call sign “Wells Harbour”. Ebe a highly enjoyable part of cruising and The harbour and entrance is monitored from sailing, but whether it is up a straightforward the Harbour Office by CCTV where entry in- buoyed channel or an interesting meander structions and advice can be obtained and the Secure outdoor boat storage and hard standing between the sandbanks, the wise skipper will Harbour staff are always happy to pilot/guide Located at East End of Wells adjacent to slipway have done homework beforehand. vessels into the harbour with the Launch. Any harbour can be potentially dangerous in If in any doubt stay out until assistance is CCTV and security lighting the wrong conditions. Always call before entry available. Site regularly inspected
At Sea ✓ Stay away from Coastal nesting sites ✓ Do not approach or disturb birds on the surface as they may be resting, courting or feeding ✓ Do not swim with, touch or feed any marine wildlife ✓ Do not harass marine mammals by chasing them, overcrowding or not allowing them an escape route ✓ Do not dump any waste or fuel into the sea. 7.5 tonne Tractor 35 tonne ✓ Dispose in appropriate onshore facilities. Boat Hoist Boat Hoist
On land ✓ Follow the Countryside code We can offer flexible lift and launch arrangements ✓ Keep to the paths and be aware of where you walk, particularly in nesting season ✓ Keep dogs away from roosting sites and on a leash and competitive storage rates ✓ Refrain from dropping litter, leaving dog mess or discarding old fishing/crabbing tackle ✓ Avoid excessive noise, it disturbs nesting birds and may cause them to abandon their young ✓ Use designated car parks to minimize habitat destruction HAUL OUT PACKAGE Winter haul out, pressure wash, anti-foul, hard standing for winter and launch to mooring.
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