MARINA FACILITIES

BRIXHAM MARINA

The 485-berth MDL marina found in the south-east corner of the harbour offers convenience and good shelter from south-westerly winds. Call ahead as it can be busy at peak times of the year. There are a range of facilities including wifi, laundrette, showers, waste and recycling, electricity, water, diesel (petrol is available in cans from the garage or alongside in Torquay) and chemical toilet disposal. There is a 50-tonne hoist. Gas is available from Bayside Marine Chandlery which delivers to the marina. The marina also has an events pontoon which is shore linked. It is available for boats to raft up for events. There is no electricity or water but you can use the marina facilities. www.brixhammarina.co.uk; 01803 882929; VHF Ch 80 BRIXHAM MARINA.

TOWN PONTOON

Contact the Harbour Authority for availability, checking that your draught is suitable. The pontoon offers water and electricity and a place to leave your tender. There are no facilities but showers are available for a small donation from the local yacht club. Be aware of the depth at low water towards the shore side of the pontoon.

BRIXHAM YACHT CLUB

It has a number of options including two island pontoons which can accommodate four larger yachts (up to 40ft). Smaller craft can raft up. A water taxi service is available, otherwise you will need a dinghy to get ashore. www.brixhamyachtclub. com; 01803 853332.

DAY SAILS

Torquay is just a short four-mile sail across the bay from Brixham. Either stay in the harbour or head to one of the anchorages beyond Hope’s Nose at Hope Cove, Anstey’s Cove or Babbacombe Bay.

Just 11 miles away is the beautiful River Dart, with its castles and colourful houses on either side. There is a wide choice of berthing up and down the river.

CHARTS AND GUIDES

Admiralty Leisure Folio 5602; Imray Chart Pack 2300;

West Coast Cruising Companion, 8th edition, by Mark Fishwick (Fernhurst, £34.99).