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Solent Cruising Companion

Derek Aslett

Edition: 2015
Format: Hardback
Size: 303 x 214 mm
£3500
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Explore the Solent

The definitive cruising guide to England's sailing heartland

Solent Cruising Companion is your essential guide to exploring the Solent, the heart of sailing in the UK.

This comprehensive companion, now in its third edition, provides everything you need to navigate and enjoy this popular cruising ground. From detailed pilotage information and harbour guides to insightful recommendations for onshore activities and dining, this book is an invaluable resource for sailors of all levels.

Explore the Solent with Confidence

Solent Cruising Companion covers:

  • Comprehensive pilotage information for safe navigation in the Solent.
  • Detailed harbour guides, including anchorages, facilities, and local attractions.
  • Suggestions for restaurants, pubs, and things to do ashore.
  • Historical and cultural insights into the Solent's rich maritime heritage.
  • Stunning aerial photography and clear chartlets for easy planning and navigation.
Expert Guidance

Written by experienced sailor and photographer Derek Aslett, this guide offers a wealth of knowledge and practical advice for exploring the Solent. His passion for the area shines through in the detailed descriptions and insightful recommendations.

About the Author

Derek Aslett is a passionate sailor and photographer with over 45 years of experience cruising and racing in the Solent. He brings his extensive knowledge and love for the area to this comprehensive guide.

Praise for Solent Cruising Companion

"This very successful book has been re-issued in its third edition and is bang up to date. It goes methodically through all the harbours in the Solent which one could possibly enter..." — Classic Sailor

"The book is simply set out with text illustrated by many photographs that give not just the detail but also the flavour of the area." — Royal Cruising Club

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