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Farne Islands The Farne Islands, or Farnes, are a group of 15 to 20 islands (depending on the tide) off the Northumberland coast. This nature reserve, owned and operated by the National Trust, has large seabird and grey seal colonies. Landing on Inner Farne, Staple Island and the Longstone is only permitted for licensed visitor boats from Seahouses. None of the islands can be landed upon by private craft. One anchorage, The Kettle, can be found to the north-east of Inner Farne Island. Be prepared for some tricky pilotage. In good conditions it is a better north-south route than keeping outside the whole group: but the stream runs at 3 knots at Springs, and with strong wind against tide there is rough water. Inner Farne is the most accessible island…

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Practical Boat Owner (Digital) - 1 Issue, June 2015

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