Penfret to Concarneau

Andy Riches

Called Concarneau for berth to be told there was a festival and they might not have a space for our size and to get here asap. And quite a higher coefficient for depth. So quickly got ready. Snubber off and anchor jammed solid on bottom! A bit of easing and drove forward a couple of times and it freed. A bit scary though, thought we might need to use the trip line! Main up as soon as clear and sailed straight to Concarneau on a close reach at up to 6.3 knots. They told us to phone when we were an hour away. Made great progress. Baggie seemed to be trying hard to get there quickly! Screaming past other boats slowed a little as wind dropped, but made it to Marina by 1145. No problem berthing, seemed plenty of space. Festival is free! Looks good. Breton music and dance. The Silencers from Scotland playing tomorrow.