By Sam Steel

Published by Adlard Coles Nautical (March 2011, 2nd Edition)

ISBN: 978 1 408 1314 4

A perfect planning guide for anyone contemplating a cruise around all or part of the U.K and /or Ireland. Two-thirds of this 240-page book is devoted to the practicalities of such a cruise; Is such a voyage for me?, Planning the route, Weather, Finances, Provisioning, stores and equipment. It also covers other practical aspects such as mooring and anchoring, engine maintenance, navigation and safety.

The remaining third of the book covers many of the reasons for doing the trip in the first place; attractive anchorages and rivers, interesting places to see, good places to eat, not forgetting whisky tasting destinations! Useful lists of charts, publications and sources of essential supplies are also covered.

This is an ideal starting place for anyone even thinking of such a cruise.