Characteristics
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AnchorAllowed
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Mooring buoysUnavailable
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Anchor stern toUnavailable
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Lines ashoreNot necessary
Type of seabed
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Sand
Protection against wind & swell
Reachable by dinghy
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BeachUnavailable
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SnackUnavailable
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WaterUnavailable
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DockUnavailable
User reviews (1 rating)
During moderate Southerly weather conditions, in cases of engine failure or other circumstances preventing entry to Newcastle Harbour, it is possible to seek shelter behind Stockton Breakwater. Temporarily anchoring here and waiting for an incoming tide in such conditions is an option for engine-less sail craft. In extreme flood conditions, It can also be difficult to enter the harbour against the flood tide and debris. This is definitely a better option than risking tacking across the path of coal ships and tug operations. It is also a viable place to wait for assistance. The most common spot to anchor is off the old wreck of the Adolphe. Most often, there will be small fishing boats in the area catching live bait. Beware that very large swells around four meters and over can break across the entrance of Newcastle Harbour into Stockton Bight from the exposed reef to the southeastern side of the white danger light on the southern breakwater. Refer carefully to your nautical charts and give this reef a wide berth. Do not attempt to cut the corner! This anchorage is NOT a viable option in north around to westerly winds and/or northerly seas and swells..
During moderate Southerly weather conditions, in cases of engine failure or other circumstances preventing entry to Newcastle Harbour, it is possible to seek shelter behind Stockton Breakwater. Temporarily anchoring here and waiting for an incoming tide in such conditions is an option for engine-less sail craft. In extreme flood conditions, It can also be difficult to enter the harbour against the flood tide and debris. This is definitely a better option than risking tacking across the path of coal ships and tug operations. It is also a viable place to wait for assistance. The most common spot to anchor is off the old wreck of the Adolphe. Most often, there will be small fishing boats in the area catching live bait. Beware that very large swells around four meters and over can break across the entrance of Newcastle Harbour into Stockton Bight from the exposed reef to the southeastern side of the white danger light on the southern breakwater. Refer carefully to your nautical charts and give this reef a wide berth. Do not attempt to cut the corner! This anchorage is NOT a viable option in north around to westerly winds and/or northerly seas and swells..
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