Round Lands End with dolphins

122 nautical miles traveled in 22 and a bit hours, meaning an average speed of 5.5kts!


Before setting off, we both had a quick engine check, and noticed that the raw-water impella (a rubber cog which pumps salt water to cool the engine and exhaust) had one fin missing. We replaced it, and found another 2 old fins in the water system, which we think may have been the cause of the problem! 


After leaving Milford Marina, we were greeted by an atlantic swell, reaching around 3m tall. Falanda's decks were soon awash, and we were sailing nicely!


A pod of dolphins came to play mid-afternoon, and they then accompanied us for around 10 hours on and off. After sunset the phospherecence  began to show, and soon the dark shapes turned to glowing torpedos, shooting like arrows through the inky water. Their movement almost mirrored Falandas, and they seemed so close, I could have almost touched them!


I spent the night admiring how Falanda glided over the waves, slicing through the brakers, untill we were seemingly flying. With the sea glowing flourecent green around us, and the shapes of dolphins highlighted by the disrupted plancton, the night seemed magical. We could have sailed on forever, and even the cold salt water didn't dampen our spirits.


That was until we reached an area of busy shipping, and VHF contact between me and dad was regained. He wasn't enjoying the salty shower quite as much as we were, and neither of us were too pleased at having to alter course to avoid some cruise ships. 


The sun didn't rise untill 6am, which made our cold night even longer, and was also slightly frustrating as we were entering crab pot territory. When the sky did begin to light up, the waves were also visable, and I began to realize that for the first time on our trip around Britain so far, I felt seasick! 


Once in Newlyn Harbour, we met up with friends for dinner and a chat on their boat, where we are now sitting, before catching up on 2 days rest!


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Dolphins!








Rafted up in Newlyn


Sunset - almost!


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