Carlingford

On Monday we left Dublin. After a promising start when we sailed across Dublin Bay towards Howth, the wind dropped and we motored the rest of the way to Carlingford Lough, passing the island of Lambay and the Skerries Lighthouse. The entrance to Carlingford is written up to make it sound difficult: however arriving near the top of the tide, there was little current and plenty of water. We found Hellyhunter cardinal mark and followed the channel in. The approach to the marina involves a back transit. The wall is made of some extremely random concrete blocks, however once in it is a very pleasant place.
We enjoyed some wine and nuts aboard High Barbaree. David and Colin also went into the marina bar carousing.
The environment is very attractive, with the mountains of Mourne rolling down to the sea on the opposite side of the lough. The town of Carlingford is attractive with a ruined castle or two. I found supplies at Savage's Victuallers.
It would have been good to stay longer, however we wanted to see Peel and visit the Isle of Man, so we are pressing on.



Passing Howth



The Skerries Lighhouse



Approaching Carlingford Lough



Moored in Carlingford




Savage the Victualler.

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