Southampton Water - General Info
Description:
Southampton Water and The Solent encompass a large area of protected water and is probably one of the busiest and most famous sailing areas in the world.
Not only is it home for thousands of leisure craft, it is a port for very large container and tanker vessels, cruise liners and ferries of all descriptions. Consequently, it is advisable to be very alert when transiting these waters and to have up-to-date charts and sailing instructions.
Entrance Notes and Cautions:
The principal deep-water navigational channels within the statutory limits of the Port of Southampton are well marked by buoys and lights. These channels are in constant use by commercial vessels, including large deep draught tankers (VLCCS), container ships, ferries and other traffic.
Recreational users of the harbor are advised to keep well clear of these main channels whenever possible and use the recommended crossing areas. When main channels have to be crossed, this should be done as nearly as practicable at right angles. AVOID CROSSING THE BOWS OF ON COMING COMMERCIAL TRAFFIC. Large container ships and VLCCs, in particular, have very restricted visibility for quite a distance ahead when carrying a deck cargo of containers. You may be able to see her clearly, but can she see you?
Add to this, fast tides, a shallow bank, various defensive forts and a submerged barrier, and you have a very interesting mix! Another thing to add, is that it is never boring sailing here!
Position:
50° 49.05’N, 01° 17.49’W (off Calshot Spit)
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