Yachting Monthly

THE LOCAL PILOT

he detailed chart for Strangford (Admiralty 2156) is advised and you should have on board the Irish Cruising Club’s East and North Coast Pilot, which gives details of leading lines, tides and general navigation. When preparing to leave the lough, be sure to get your timing right to avoid possible overfalls at the Bar Buoy. When going

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