NtM no. 51 of 2023 – Thursday 12th October 2023
Swallowtail Channel
NAVIGATION
Swallowtail Lighted Buoys Nos 2 & 3
The error in relaying the refurbished Nos 2 & 3 Swallowtail light buoys has been rectified and the buoys are now in their charted positions.
Swallowtail No 2 lighted buoy
Fl. Y. 10s
51°40.843N
001°04.391E
Swallowtail No 3 lighted buoy
Fl (2) Y. 10s
51°40.519N
001°03.487E
Notice to Mariners 50 of 2023 is hereby cancelled.
NtM no. 50 of 2023 – Monday 9th October 2023
Swallowtail Channel
NAVIGATION
Following refurbishment of Swallowtail lighted buoys No 2 & 3 they have inadvertently been replaced in their pre 2021 (CHA NtM No 28 of 2021) positions.
NtM No 28 of 2021:
Swallowtail Channel
Swallowtail No 1 LT Buoy has been moved to a new position of:
51° 41.400N
001° 07.500E
Colour, top mark and light characteristic Fl. Y. 5s remain unchanged.
Swallowtail No 2 LT Buoy has been permanently withdrawn from
51°41.184N
001°06.296E
Swallowtail No 3 LT Buoy in position
51°40.843N
001°04.391E
has been renamed Swallowtail No 2
New light characteristic is Fl. Y. 10s
Colour, shape and top mark remain unchanged.
Swallowtail No 4 LT Buoy in position
51°40.519N
001°03.487E
has been renamed. Swallowtail No 3
Light characteristic unchanged Fl. (2) Y. 10s
Colour, shape and top mark remain unchanged.
The error will be corrected, and the buoys re-positioned to their current charted positions this week on Thursday 12th October 2023.
It should be noted that whilst the buoys are not as charted they do mark the Northern Edge of the Swallowtail Bank.
NtM no. 49 of 2023 – Friday 6th October 2023
Burnham fairway No.5 Buoy Reinstatement
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the damaged No 5 Burnham Fairway buoy in approximate position
51° 37.187N
000° 49.667E
has been replaced with a refurbished green lateral conical light buoy (Q) with top mark.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO. 41 & 42 OF 2023 ARE HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no. 47 of 2023 – Thursday 5th October 2023
Swallowtail Buoys – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that
Swallowtail No 2 Lighted Buoy in approximate position.
51° 40.843N
001° 04.391E
and
Swallowtail No 3 Lighted Buoy in approximate position.
51° 40.519N
001° 03.487E
Have been re-established. Lights and characteristics remain the same.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO.35 and 36 OF 2023 ARE HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no. 46 of 2023 – Wednesday 27th September 2023
Potton Buoys – River Roach
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that
Potton No 2 Lighted Buoy in approximate position
51° 34.284N
000° 49.081E
and
Potton No 5 Lighted Buoy in approximate position
51° 34.650N
000° 48.875E
are both back on station.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO.34 OF 2023 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no. 45 of 2023 – Tuesday 12th September 2023
Raysand Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that following an inspection by the Harbour Master, it can be confirmed that the Raysand Buoy is in its correct charted position of approximately:
51º 39.84’ N
001º 00.57’ E
Notice to Mariners 44 of 2023 is hereby cancelled.
NtM no. 44 of 2023 – Monday 11th September 2023
Raysand Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Raysand Buoy – River Crouch
Mariners are advised that the Raysand Buoy is currently not in its charted position and should not be used for navigation.
NtM no. 43 of 2023 – Tuesday 22nd August 2023
Burnham Week 2023
INFORMATION
Burnham Week Sailing Regatta 2023 will take place between
Saturday 26th August 2023 ~ Saturday 2nd September 2023
A higher density of sailing and rowing craft are to be expected on the river during this period.
Organisers of the Rowing Craft have been requested to keep the courses outside of the main Fairway and NOT use Fairway Buoys as Racing marks. Mariners are requested to be additionally vigilant and keep a good look out at all times.
River Crouch, Firework Display – Saturday 2nd September 2023.
The culmination of the 2023 Burnham Week Sailing Regatta will be marked by a firework display on the evening of Saturday 2nd September 2023 at approximately 21:00 hours with an expected duration of around fifteen minutes.
The pyrotechnics will be discharged from a floating pontoon moored fore and aft centered on an approximate position of:
51° 37.42’N
000° 48.92’E
(opposite the Burnham Quayside, CHA Harbour Office). It may be necessary to alter this location on the day depending on weather conditions.
There will be an exclusion zone in place centered on the position/pontoon of 200 metres.
This will come into force at 20:50 ten minutes prior to commencement of display until its conclusion. Mariners are to remain outside the exclusion zone.
A safety boat will be in attendance throughout the display.
NtM no. 42 of 2023 – Tuesday 15th August 2023
Burnham Fairway No 5
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that a temporary green light has been placed on the base of the damaged Burnham Fairway No 5 Lighted Buoy.
Light characteristic QG.
The buoy is expected to be replaced during September 2023.
NtM no. 41 of 2023 – Wednesday 9th August 2023
Burnham Fairway No 5
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Burnham Fairway No 5 Lighted Buoy in approximate position.
51° 37.187N
000° 49.667E
is extinguished and the top section missing.
NtM no. 40 of 2023 – Tuesday 1st August 2023
Otter Week
INFORMATION
Mariners are advised that the annual ‘Otter Week’ event is scheduled to be held between
Friday 4th August 2023 and Thursday 10th August 2023.
During this period there will be organised daily racing in the vicinity of Burnham and the entrance to and within the River Roach.
The small sailing vessels taking part will predominantly be crewed by young people some of whom will have limited experience and be at a novice level.
Safety boats will be in attendance at all times.
Owners and masters of all vessels navigating in the areas where these races are underway are respectfully requested to keep a good look out, navigate at a safe speed and keep their wash to an absolute minimum.
Your cooperation in this matter is appreciated.
NtM no. 39 of 2023 – Thursday 20th July 2023
Whitaker No 6 Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Whitaker No 6 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 39.351N
001° 02.000E
is now lit.
NOTICE TO MARINERS 24 OF 2023 IS HEREBY CANCELLED.
NtM no. 36 of 2023 – Thursday 7th July 2023
Swallowtail No 2 Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Swallowtail No 2 Lighted Buoy in approximate position.
51° 40.843N
001° 04.391E
is temporarily off station for maintenance
NtM no. 35 of 2023 – Wednesday 28th June 2023
Swallowtail No 3 Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Swallowtail No 3 Lighted Buoy in approximate position.
51° 40.519N
001° 03.487E
is temporarily off station for maintenance.
NtM no. 34 of 2023 – Friday 23rd June 2023
Potton Buoys – River Roach
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that
Potton No 2 Lighted Buoy in approximate position
51° 34.284N
000° 49.081E
and
Potton No 5 Lighted Buoy in approximate position
51° 34.650N
000° 48.875E
are both currently off station.
NtM no. 33 of 2023 – Friday 16th June 2023
Horse Shoal Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Horse Shoal Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 37.092N
000° 51.504E
is now lit.
NOTICE TO MARINERS 26 of 2023 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no. 32 of 2023 – Thursday 15th June 2023
Burnham Fairway Buoys No 3 and No 5
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Burnham Fairway Buoys in approximate positions:
Burnham Fairway No 3
51° 37.176N
000° 50.014E
Burnham Fairway No 5
51° 37.187N
000° 49.667E
are back on station.
NOTICE TO MARINERS 31 of 2023 IS HEREBY CANCELLED.
NtM no. 31 of 2023 – Tuesday 13th June 2023
Burnham Fairway Buoys No 3 and No 5
NAVIGATION
Please note that the Burnham Fairway lighted buoys listed below have been temporarily removed for annual maintenance. It is expected that they will be re-deployed on Thursday 15th June 2023
Burnham Fairway No 3
51° 37.176N
000° 50.014E
Burnham Fairway No 5
51° 37.187N
000° 49.667E
NtM no. 30 of 2023 – Tuesday 13th June 2023
Burnham Fairway Buoys back on station
NAVIGATION
Burnham Fairway Buoys
Mariners are advised that the Burnham Fairway Buoys in approximate positions:
Burnham Fairway No 9
51° 37.327N
000° 48.870E
Burnham Fairway No 11
51° 37.430N
000° 48.400E
Burnham Fairway No 15
51° 37.569N
000° 47.298E
are back on station.
NOTICE TO MARINERS 28 AND 29 ARE HEREBY CANCELLED.
NtM no. 29 of 2023 – Friday 9th June 2023
Correction to NtM’s No 28
NAVIGATION
Correction refers to Fairway No 15, please see below.
Fairway No 15
51° 37.569N
000° 47.298E
Information referring to Burnham Fairway No 13 in NtM’s No 28 should be disregarded.
NtM no. 28 of 2023 – Friday 9th June 2023
Burnham Fairway Buoys
NAVIGATION
Please note that the Burnham Fairway starboard lighted buoys listed below have been temporarily removed for annual maintenance. It is expected that they will be re-deployed on Tuesday 13th June 2023.
Burnham Fairway No 9
51° 37.327N
000° 48.870E
Burnham Fairway No 11
51° 37.430N
000° 48.400E
Burnham Fairway No 13
51° 37.492N
000° 47.333E
NtM no. 27 of 2023 – Friday 9th June 2023
Mind Your Wash
INFORMATION
Mariners are requested to be extra vigilant and reduce their speed and keep wash to as minimal as possible when passing newborn seals, particularly in the River Roach area.
The Conservation of Seals Act (1970) protects common seals during their breeding season and it is illegal to cause disturbance that may affect the newborn pups.
Your co-operation in this matter would be appreciated.
NtM no. 26 of 2023 – Thursday 1st June 2023
Horse Shoal Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Horse Shoal Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 37.092N
000° 51.504E
is unlit.
NtM no. 25 of 2023 – Monday 22nd May 2023
Piling Operations at Fambridge Yacht Haven
INFORMATION
Please be advised that Piling Operations at Fambridge Yacht Haven are now complete.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 20 OF 2023 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no. 24 of 2023 – Monday 24th April 2023
Whitaker No 6 Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Whitaker No 6 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 39.351N
001° 02.000E
is unlit.
NtM no. 23 of 2023 – Friday 21st April 2023
Annual Buoy Maintenance
INFORMATION
Mariners are advised that the annual maintenance programme to service navigation buoys and marks will commence on Tuesday 25th April 2023 and is expected to take approximately 8 weeks. The work will take place between Hullbridge and the Whitaker Buoy.
Works will be carried out by the vessel JUMBO which will maintain a listening watch on VHF Channels 11 and 16.
All vessels are requested to pass JUMBO at a safe distance and at slow speed, with minimum wash whilst the vessel is carrying out servicing duties.
NtM no. 22 of 2023 – Monday 17th April 2023
Burnham Fairway No 1 Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Burnham Fairway No 1 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 37.086N
000° 51.078E
is now lit.
NOTICE TO MARINERS No 21 OF 2023 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no. 21 of 2023 – Thursday 13th April 2023
Burnham Fairway No 1 Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Burnham Fairway No 1 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 37.086N
000° 51.078E
is unlit.
NtM no. 20 of 2023 – Tuesday 11th April 2023
Piling Operations at Fambridge Yacht Haven
INFORMATION
Piling Operations are scheduled to commence within Fambridge Marina on the 17th April 2023.
The work is expected to take between 5-8 weeks.
For additional information please contact:
Fambridge Yacht Haven
Tel 01621 740370
NtM no. 19 of 2023 – Wednesday 5th April 2023
Dredging Operations at Burnham Yacht Harbour
INFORMATION
Please be advised that Burnham Yacht Harbour Marina Ltd have now completed their Maintenance Dredging Operations in the approach to and within Burnham Yacht Harbour, Burnham on Crouch, Essex.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 51 OF 2022 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no. 18 of 2023 – Wednesday 29th March 2023
Dredging Operations at Essex Marina
INFORMATION
Please be advised that Essex Marina have now completed their Maintenance Dredging Operations in the approach to and within Essex Marina, Wallasea Island, Essex.
NOTICE TO MARINERS No 6 of 2023 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no. 17 of 2023 – Wednesday 22nd March 2023
Black Edge No 1 Lighted Buoy – River Roach
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Black Edge No 1 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 35.230N
000° 48.190E
is now lit.
NOTICE TO MARINERS No 14 of 2023 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no. 16 of 2023 – Tuesday 14th March 2023
Burnham Yacht Harbour – Yellow Lighted Special Mark
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Yellow Lighted Special Mark at the entrance to Burnham Yacht Harbour is now back in its charted position of:
51° 37.498N
000° 48.221E
NOTICE TO MARINERS No 15 of 2023 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no. 15 of 2023 – Monday 13th March 2023
Burnham Yacht Harbour – Yellow Lighted Special Mark
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Yellow Lighted Special Mark at the entrance to Burnham Yacht Harbour in approximate position:
51° 37.502N
000° 48.235E
is currently East of its charted position.
When entering Burnham Yacht Harbour vessels should pass to the West of the buoy.
NtM no. 14 of 2023 – Monday 13th March 2023
Black Edge No 1 Lighted Buoy – River Roach
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Black Edge No 1 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 35.230N
000° 48.190E
is unlit.
NtM no. 13 of 2023 – Wednesday 8th March 2023
Burnham Fairway No 7 Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Burnham Fairway No 7 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 37.239N
000° 49.157E
is now lit.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 9 OF 2023 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no. 12 of 2023 – Wednesday 8th March 2023
Outer Crouch No 4 Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Outer Crouch No 4 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 38.000N
000° 58.000E
is back on station.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 8 OF 2023 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no. 11 of 2023 – Wednesday 8th March 2023
Whitaker No 4 Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Whitaker No 4 lighted buoy in approximate position:
51°39.757 N
001°03.478 E
is back on station.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 3 & 4 OF 2023 ARE HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no. 10 of 2023 – Tuesday 28th February 2023
Raysand North
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Raysand North Buoy in approximate position:
51° 40.700N
000° 59.500E
is off station.
Please note that this Buoy will not be re-laid in its current position. Following a recent survey, the Raysand Marks are to be repositioned during the annual maintenance in the early Spring of 2023.
A Notice to Mariners will be promulgated at that time.
NtM no. 9 of 2023 – Friday 24th February 2023
Burnham Fairway No 7 Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Burnham Fairway No 7 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 37.239N
000° 49.157E
is unlit.
NtM no. 8 of 2023 – Thursday 2nd February 2023
Outer Crouch No 4 Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Outer Crouch No 4 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 38.000N
000° 58.000E
is off station.
NtM no.7 of 2023 – Wednesday 25th January 2023
Burnham-on-Crouch – River Frontage – Temporary Moorings for Dry-Dock
INFORMATION
Mariners are advised that the 4 temporary moorings placed astern of the houseboats at Burnham river-frontage adjacent to Priors Boatyard centred on an approximate position of:
51°37.480N
000°48.950E
have now been removed.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 5 OF 2023 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no.6 of 2023 – Friday 20th January 2023
Dredging Operation – Essex Marina
INFORMATION
Please be advised that Essex Marina will be undertaking Maintenance Dredging Operations in the approach to and within Essex Marina, Wallasea Island, Essex, between approximately 23rd January 2023 through to the 24th February 2023.
Dredging Operations will be carried out by Tug ASSASSIN who will maintain a listening watch on VHF Channels 16 and 11.
Caution should be taken when entering and leaving the Marina whilst Dredging Operations are in progress.
For additional information please contact:
Essex Marina
Tel 01702 258531
NtM no.5 of 2023 – Monday 16th January 2023
Burnham-on-Crouch – River Frontage – Temporary Moorings for Dry-Dock
INFORMATION
Mariners are advised that 4 in number anchors are to be temporarily placed astern of the houseboats at Burnham river-frontage adjacent to Priors Boatyard centred on an approximate position of:
51°37.480N
000°48.950E
Each anchor will be marked with a reflective floating buoy.
Work is scheduled to take place on the 17th and 18th January 2023.
The anchors will be used to secure a dry-dock in position in which the vessel Llys Helig is to be placed prior to leaving her current berth.
Navigation in the vicinity of the anchors should be avoided and only undertaken if absolutely necessary and with extreme caution.
NtM no.4 of 2023 – Friday 6th January 2023
Whitaker No 4 Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Whitaker No 4 Lighted Buoy has been retrieved from:
51° 40.936N
001° 06.247E
but remains off station from its charted position.
NtM no.3 of 2023 – Wednesday 4th January 2023
Whitaker No 4 Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Whitaker No 4 lighted buoy with a charted position of:
51°39.757 N
001°03.478 E
is off station.
The buoy has been located in shallow water East of the Swallowtail Bank in an approximate position of:
51° 40.936N
001° 06.247E
The buoy should not be used for navigation purposes and will be retrieved as soon as possible.
Notice to Mariners No 2 of 2023 is hereby cancelled due to typo error.
NtM no.2 of 2023 – Wednesday 4th January 2023
Whitaker No 4 Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Whitaker No 4 lighted buoy with a charted position of:
51°39.757 N
001°03.478 E
The buoy has been located in shallow water East of the Swallowtail Bank in an approximate position of:
51° 40.936N
001° 06.247E
The buoy should not be used for navigation purposes and will be retrieved as soon as possible.
Notice to Mariners No 2 of 2023 is hereby cancelled due to typo error.
NtM no.1 of 2023 – Tuesday 3rd January 2023
Notice to Mariners Remaining in Force as of 1st January 2023
INFORMATION
Please be advised that the following Notice to Mariners remain in force:
2015:
No: 2 of 2015 – Ship Generated Waste Notification
2016:
No:25 of 2016 – Paglesham Reach, River Roach
No:35 of 2016 – River Roach – Paglesham Boatyard
2017:
No:17 of 2017 – Buxey Edge Obstruction
No:18 of 2017 – Essex Marina – Excessive Wash
No:41 of 2017 – Power Cables – River Roach, Paglesham Creek
2018:
No:11 of 2018 – COLREGS Rule 9 Narrow Channels
2019:
No:24 of 2019 – Foul Anchorage, River Roach – Quay Reach
2020:
No:33 of 2020 – Increase in River Swimmers, Inflatable and Personal Watercraft
2021:
No:28 of 2021 – Buoy Changes in Swallowtail and Whitaker Navigation Channels
No:43 of 2021 – Raysand Channel
2022:
No:16 of 2022 – Polite Notice – Not permitted to moor vessels on navigation buoy marks.
No:21 of 2022 – Areas of High-Density Small Sailing Vessels.
No 24 of 2022 – Inappropriate and improper mooring.
No 26 of 2022 – Refurbishment Work to Bridgemarsh Marina.
No 30 of 2022 – Re-location of Swallowtail West Lighted Buoy.
No 31 of 2022 – River Crouch Survey Findings.
No 34 of 2022 – Removal of Town Pontoon.
No 39 of 2022 – Dangerous East Coast Wreck.
No 51 of 2022 – Dredging Operations at Burnham Yacht Harbour.
All other Notices to Mariners are hereby cancelled.
Please refer to the Ports Website www.crouchharbour.uk for details of Notices.
NtM no.50 of 2022 – Tuesday 29th November 2022
Eco Reef Trial – River Crouch
INFORMATION
Mariners are advised that the following buoy and associated sunken Eco Reef in approximate position
51° 39.827 N
001° 01.556E
have been permanently discontinued and removed.
Notice to Mariners 36 of 2021 is hereby cancelled.
NtM no.49 of 2022 – Monday 28th November 2022
Buxey No 1 Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Buxey No 1 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°39.178 N
001°01.130 E
is now lit.
Notice to Mariners 46 of 2022 is hereby cancelled.
NtM no.48 of 2022 – Wednesday 23rd November 2022
Inner Whitaker Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Inner Whitaker Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°40.757 N
001°08.400 E
Is lit.
Notice to Mariners 47 of 2022 is hereby cancelled.
NtM no.47 of 2022 – Tuesday 22nd November 2022
Inner Whitaker Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Inner Whitaker Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°40.757 N
001°08.400 E
has been reported as unlit.
NtM no.46 of 2022 – Monday 14th November 2022
Buxey No 1 Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Buxey No 1 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°39.178 N
001°01.130 E
is unlit.
NtM no.45 of 2022 – Tuesday 11th October 2022
Buxey Edge Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Buxey Edge Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°40.659 N
001°03.487 E
is now lit.
Notice to Mariners 43 of 2022 is hereby cancelled.
NtM no.44 of 2022 – Tuesday 11th October 2022
Sunken Buxey Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Sunken Buxey Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°39.595 N
001°00.765 E
is now lit.
Notice to Mariners 42 of 2022 is hereby cancelled.
NtM no.43 of 2022 – Wednesday 28th September 2022
Buxey Edge Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Buxey Edge Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°40.659 N
001°03.487 E
is unlit.
NtM no.42 of 2022 – Wednesday 28th September 2022
Sunken Buxey Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Sunken Buxey Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°39.595 N
001°00.765 E
is unlit.
NtM no.41 of 2022 – Monday 5th September 2022
Paglesham Jetty – River Roach
INFORMATION
Mariners are advised that the seaward outer section of Paglesham Jetty complete with fixed green light in approximate position:
51°35.613N
000°48.754E
has been reinstated.
Please note that Paglesham Jetty/pontoon is privately owned and is currently not available to the public for mooring, landing, or access purposes without permission from the operator.
NTM No 20 of 2022 is hereby cancelled.
NtM no.40 of 2022 – Monday 5th September 2022
Swallowtail West Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Swallowtail West Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°39.956 N
001°02.369 E
is back on station.
Notice to Mariners 37 of 2022 is hereby cancelled.
NtM no.39 of 2022 – Thursday 1st September 2022
Dangerous East Coast Wreck
INFORMATION
Mariners are advised that the CHA have been made aware of the following and although not within our district are promulgating the information to assist those intending to use waters in the area as described:
3682(T)/2022 ENGLAND – East Coast – Wreck.
Source: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
(SEP: 2022000206846 – 313236).
1. A dangerous wreck has been reported in approximate position 51° 44´·6N., 1° 02´·5E.
2. Mariners are advised to navigate with caution in the area and consult the local port authorities for the latest information.
(ETRS89 DATUM)
Charts affected – 1975 – 3741 (INT 1571) – 5607_3 – 5607_9
Currently no other information on the matter is available from the CHA.
Attachment NtM’s No 39 of 2022
NtM no.38 of 2022 – Tuesday 30th August 2022
Bathymetry Survey – Rivers Crouch and Roach
INFORMATION
Mariners are advised that a Bathymetry Survey of 27 cross channel transects within the rivers Crouch and Roach is scheduled to take place between 5th and 9th September 2022 (daylight hours only).
Survey work will be undertaken by the vessel “UKD RESOLUTION” marked “SURVEY” which will maintain a listening watch on VHF Channels 16 and 11 throughout operations.
All vessels navigating in the vicinity of the survey work are requested to pass UKD Resolution at a safe distance, not impede her track and with minimum wash
NtM no.37 of 2022 – Friday 26th August 2022
Swallowtail West Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Swallowtail West Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°39.956 N
001°02.369 E
is off station.
NtM no.36 of 2022 – Thursday 25th August 2022
Potton Bridge Bank Holiday weekend
INFORMATION
Please be advised that we have received the following information:
Potton Bridge: Closed to marine traffic – 26 & 27 August
This is to inform you that due to staff shortages, we will not be operating a marine service at Potton Bridge on Friday 26 & Saturday 27 August. We apologise for any inconvenience. Havengore Bridge is unaffected and will be open to marine traffic in accordance with the MOD byelaws.
NtM no.35 of 2022 – Wednesday 24th August 2022
Burnham Sailing Regatta 2022 – Sat. 27th August 2022 – Sat. 3rd September 2022
INFORMATION
A higher density of sailing and rowing craft are to be expected on the river during the period.
Organisers of the Rowing Craft have been requested to keep the courses outside of the main Fairway and NOT use Fairway Buoys as Racing marks.
Mariners are requested to be additionally vigilant and keep a good look out at all times.
River Crouch, Firework Display – Saturday 3rd September 2022.
The culmination of the 2022 Burnham Sailing Regatta will be marked by a firework display on the evening of Saturday 3rd September 2022 at approximately 21:00 hours with an expected duration of around fifteen minutes.
The pyrotechnics will be discharged from a floating pontoon moored fore and aft centered on an approximate position of:
51 37.42’N
000 48.92’E
(opposite the Burnham Quayside, CHA Harbour Office). It may be necessary to alter this location on the day depending on weather conditions.
There will be an exclusion zone in place centered on the position/pontoon of 200 metres.
This will come into force at 20:50 ten minutes prior to commencement of display until its conclusion. Mariners are to remain outside the exclusion zone.
A safety boat will be in attendance throughout the display and the CHA HM Launch “Watchful” will also be on location.
Vessels will keep a listening watch on VHF Channels 16 & 11.
NtM no.33 of 2022 – Thursday 11th August 2022
Removal of Town Pontoon, Burnham-on-Crouch
INFORMATION
Mariners are advised that the damaged Maldon District Council owned Town Pontoon at Burnham on Crouch in approximate position:
51° 37.45 N
000° 49.110 E
will be removed, along with shore to pontoon access ramp. Works are scheduled to commence Monday 15th August 2022.
The associated fixing piles will remain in situ.
The outer most/seaward pair of piles previously securing the hammerhead will be marked with a fixed green light.
NtM no.32 of 2022 – Wednesday 10th August 2022
Inner Crouch Safe Water Mark – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Inner Crouch Safe Water Mark in approximate position:
51°37.189 N
000°55.087 E
is now lit.
Notice to Mariners 28 of 2022 is hereby cancelled.
NtM no.29 of 2022 – Monday 18th July 2022
Whitaker No 3 Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Whitaker No 3 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°40.038 N
001°03.217 E
is now lit.
Notice to Mariners 27 of 2022 is hereby cancelled.
NtM no.28 of 2022 – Monday 18th July 2022
Inner Crouch Safe Water Mark – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Inner Crouch Safe Water Mark in approximate position:
51°37.189 N
000°55.087 E
is unlit.
NtM no.27 of 2022 – Tuesday 21st June 2022
Whitaker No 3 Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Whitaker No 3 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°40.038 N
001°03.217 E
is unlit.
NtM no.26 of 2022 – Tuesday 14th June 2022
Refurbishment Works to Bridgemarsh Marina – River Crouch
INFORMATION
Mariners are advised that work on the refurbishment of Bridgemarsh Marina has now commenced. Port Flair’s workboat Jean T and Piling Barge will be arriving on site soon.
The Marina have kindly requested that unless mariners are a customer of Bridgemarsh Marina to please avoid Althorne Creek as there will be limited moorings available and parking facilities.
Work is likely to be completed around mid-September 2022.
Your co-operation in this matter would be appreciated.
NtM no.25 of 2022 – Friday 10th June 2022
General Information
Mariners are advised that less water has been reported inside Buxey No 2 Lighted buoy in position:
51°39.076 N
001°00.234 E
Mariners are advised to navigate outside of the Fairway in this area with extreme caution.
NtM no.23 of 2022 – Thursday 12th May 2022
Chelmsford Canoe Club Event – River Crouch
INFORMATION
Mariners are advised that on Saturday 14th May 2022 there will be a Canoeing Event taking place in the upper reaches of the River Crouch.
Canoes will be launching from Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers and are expected to proceed up river.
Mariners navigating in this area are requested to do so with care and consideration.
NtM no.22 of 2022 – Wednesday 11th May 2022
Diving Operations Baltic Wharf
INFORMATION
Mariners are advised that diving operations are scheduled to take place on Friday 13th May 2022 at Baltic Wharf
(River Crouch). The tug (Jean T) will be in attendance throughout and will maintain a listening watch on VHF channels 11 & 16.
An exclusion zone of 50m will be in place and all vessels are requested to pass the area with caution and at slow speed
NtM no.20 of 2022 – Wednesday 4th May 2022
Paglesham Boatyard – Removal of Paglesham Jetty, River Roach
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Paglesham Jetty is being removed from its current position and will be placed on the adjacent slipway for repairs, therefore the fixed green light in approximate position as noted below, will be temporary discontinued:
51°35.613 N
000°48.754 E
NtM no.19 of 2022 – Friday 29th April 2022
Paglesham Fairway No 1 Lighted Buoy – River Roach
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Paglesham Fairway No 1 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°35.825 N
000°49.167 E
Is back on station.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 6 OF 2022 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no.18 of 2022 – Thursday 22nd April 2022
Dredging Operations at Burnham Yacht Harbour
INFORMATION
Dredging Operations at Burnham Yacht Harbour
Please be advised that Burnham Yacht Harbour Marina Ltd have now completed their Maintenance Dredging Operations in the approach to and within Burnham Yacht Harbour, Burnham on Crouch, Essex.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 49 OF 2021 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no.17 of 2022 – Tuesday 22nd March 2022
River Crouch Survey
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that survey work on the River Crouch is now complete.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 7 OF 2022 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no.15 of 2022 – Thursday 9th March 2022
Burnham Fairway No 13 Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Burnham Fairway No 13 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°37.492 N
000°47.333 E
Is back on station
Notice to Mariners 13 of 2022 is hereby cancelled.
NtM no.14 of 2022 – Thursday 9th March 2022
Burnham Fairway No 9 Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Burnham Fairway No 9 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°37.327 N
000°48.870 E
is back on station
Notice to Mariners No 12 of 2022 is hereby cancelled.
NtM no.13 of 2022 – Monday 7th March 2022
Burnham Fairway No 13 Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Burnham Fairway No 13 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°37.492 N
000°47.333 E
is temporarily off station for maintenance
NtM no.12 of 2022 – Monday 7th March 2022
Burnham Fairway No 9 Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Burnham Fairway No 9 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°37.327 N
000°48.870 E
is temporarily off station for maintenance.
NtM no.11 of 2022 – Monday 7th March 2022
Burnham Fairway No 5 Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Burnham Fairway No 5 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°37.187 N
000°49.667 E
is back on station.
Notice to Mariners 10 of 2022 is hereby cancelled.
NtM no.10 of 2022 – Thursday 3rd March 2022
Burnham Fairway No 5 Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Burnham Fairway No 5 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°37.187 N
000°49.667 E
is temporarily off station for maintenance.
NtM no.09 of 2022 – Thursday 3rd March 2022
Burnham Fairway No 3 Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Burnham Fairway No 3 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°37.176 N
000°50.014 E
is back on station.
Notice to Mariners 8 of 2022 is hereby cancelled.
NtM no.08 of 2022 – Wednesday 2nd March 2022
Burnham Fairway No 3 Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Burnham Fairway No 3 Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
Mariners are advised that the Burnham Fairway No 3 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°37.176 N
000°50.014 E
is temporarily off station for maintenance.
NtM no.07 of 2022 – Tuesday 1st March 2022
River Crouch Survey
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that survey work is scheduled to be carried out on the River Crouch in the locations as listed below.
The survey work will be carried out by the vessel MAPLIN and is scheduled to commence on 2nd March 2022.
The MAPLIN will display the appropriate signals as designated by the COLREGS and maintain a continuous listening watch on VHF Channels 11 and 16.
Mariners are requested not to impede the vessel whilst survey operations are taking place and pass at a safe distance.
Areas to be surveyed:
1. From Buxey Edge Starboard Hand Light Buoy/Swallowtail No 3 Special Mark Buoy to Swallowtail West Westerly Cardinal Light Buoy.
2. In the vicinity of Buxey No 1 Southerly Cardinal Light Buoy and Buxey No 2 Northerly Cardinal Light Buoy.
3. In the vicinity of Crouch Northerly Cardinal Light Buoy.
4. Ray Sand Channel between Raysand (yellow spherical buoy) and Raysand North.
NtM no.06 of 2022 – Thursday 24th February 2022
Paglesham Fairway No 1 Lighted Buoy – River Roach
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Paglesham Fairway No 1 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°35.825 N
000°49.167 E
is temporarily off station for maintenance.
NtM no.05 of 2022 – Friday 18th February 2022
Town Quay Pontoon, Burnham-on-Crouch
INFORMATION
Please be advised that the top wooden section of the Hammer Head of the Maldon District Council owned “Town Quay Pontoon” located on the quayside at Burnham-on-Crouch has broken away during the Storm today, Friday 18th February 2022.
The extreme conditions have permitted only a localised search for the missing parts and unfortunately this has so far been unsuccessful. It is possible that further sections may break away.
Mariners are therefore advised to keep a sharp lookout for debris, some of which may be semi submerged and are kindly requested to report any sighting to the Harbour Office.
Mooring to the remaining section of the pontoon is now prohibited and there is also no pedestrian access from shoreside.
NtM no.04 of 2022 – Monday 31st January 2022
Holliwell Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Holliwell Buoy in approximate position:
51°37.432 N
000°55.843 E
is now lit.
Notice to Mariners 2 of 2022 is hereby cancelled.
NtM no.3 of 2022 – Tuesday 11th January 2022
Notice to Mariners Remaining in Force as at 1st January 2022
INFORMATION
Please be advised that the following Notice to Mariners remain in force:
No: 2 of 2015 Ship Generated Waste Notification
No:25 of 2016 Paglesham Reach, River Roach
No:35 of 2016 River Roach – Paglesham Boatyard
No:17 of 2017 Buxey Edge Obstruction
No:18 of 2017 Essex Marina – Excessive Wash
No:41 of 2017 Power Cables – River Roach, Paglesham Creek
No:11 of 2018 COLREGS Rule 9 Narrow Channels
No:23 of 2019 Mind Your Wash – Newborn Seals
No:24 of 2019 Foul Anchorage, River Roach – Quay Reach
No:33 of 2020 Increase in River Swimmers, Inflatable and Personal Watercraft
No:12 of 2021 Withdrawal of Burnham Fairway No 2 Lighted Buoy
No:16 of 2021 Mind Your Wash – Newborn Seals
No:28 of 2021 Buoy Changes in Swallowtail and Whitaker Navigation Channels
No:36 of 2021 Eco Reef Trial – River Crouch
No:39 of 2021 Repairs to Seawall Brandy Hole / East Hullbridge
No:43 of 2021 Raysand Channel
No:49 of 2021 Dredging Operations Burnham Yacht Harbour
No:51 of 2021 Dredging Operations Essex Marina
All other Notices to Mariners are hereby cancelled.
Please refer to the Ports Website www.crouchharbour.uk for details of Notices.
NtM no.02 of 2022 – Monday 10th January 2022
Holliwell Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Holliwell Buoy in approximate position:
51°37.432 N
000°55.843 E
is unlit.
NtM no.01 of 2022 – Thursday 6th January 2022
Outer Crouch No 4 Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Outer Crouch No 4 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°38.000 N
000°58.000 E
is now lit.
Notice to Mariners 50 of 2021 is hereby cancelled.
NtM no.51 of 2021 – Wednesday 22nd December 2021
Dredging Operations Essex Marina
INFORMATION
Please be advised that Essex Marina will be undertaking annual Maintenance Dredging Operations in the approach to and within Essex Marina, Wallasea Island, Essex on the 4th January 2022 through to the 31st March 2022
Dredging Operations will be carried out by Tug ASSASSIN.
Please be aware that small sections of pontoon may temporarily be placed onto Essex Marina’s Swinging Moorings which at night will be marked with a fixed white light at each end.
Caution should be taken when entering and leaving the Marina whilst Dredging Operations are in progress.
For additional information please contact:
Essex Marina
Tel 01702 258531
NtM no.50 of 2021 – Wednesday 22nd December 2021
Outer Crouch No 4 Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Outer Crouch No 4 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°38.000 N
000°58.000 E
is unlit.
NtM no.49 of 2021 – Thursday 2nd December 2021
Dredging Operations at Burnham Yacht Harbour
INFORMATION
Please be advised that Burnham Yacht Harbour Marina Ltd will be undertaking their Annual Maintenance Dredging Operations in the approach to and within Burnham Yacht Harbour, Burnham on Crouch, Essex, between approximately
9th December 2021 and 31st May 2022.
Dredging Operations will be carried out by Motor Vessel BEAVER.
Caution should be taken when entering and leaving the Marina whilst Dredging Operations are in progress.
For additional information please contact:
Burnham Yacht Harbour Marina Ltd
Tel 01621 782150
NtM no.48 of 2021 – Wednesday 24th November 2021
Whitaker No 5 Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Whitaker No 5 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°39.540 N
001°02.000 E
is now lit.
Notice to Mariners 46 of 2021 is hereby cancelled.
NtM no.47 of 2021 – Monday 22nd November 2021
Burnham Fairway No 3 Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Burnham Fairway No 3 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°37.176 N
000°50.014 E
is now lit.
Notice to Mariners 44 of 2021 is hereby cancelled.
NtM no.46 of 2021 – Monday 22nd November 2021
Whitaker No 5 Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Whitaker No 5 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°39.540 N
001°02.000 E
is unlit
NtM no.45 of 2021 – Friday 19th November 2021
Repairs to Seawall Brandy Hole/East Hullbridge
INFORMATION
Mariners are advised as follows: –
It is necessary for the contractors working on behalf of the Environment Agency to re-position the jack-up barges working onsite.
This operation is scheduled to take place on Monday 22nd, Tuesday 23rd and Wednesday 24th November 2021.
It may be necessary to temporarily moor one of the barges in an area towards the mid-section of the river overnight.
The barge will be marked and lit in accordance with COLREGs RULES 20-31 Lights/Shapes.
Caution should be exercised when navigating in this area whilst these movements are taking place.
NtM no.44 of 2021 – Thursday 11th November 2021
Burnham Fairway No 3 Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Burnham Fairway No 3 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°37.176 N
000°50.014 E
Is unlit.
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NtM no.43 of 2021 – Tuesday 26th October 2021
Raysand Channel
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that there have been reports of less water than charted between the RAYSAND and RAYSAND MIDDLE navigation marks.
We therefore advise that extreme caution be deployed if you intend to cross to or from the river Blackwater using this route and in all circumstances, it is strongly recommended that passage should only be made on a rising (flood) tide.
NtM no.42 of 2021 – Monday 18th October 2021
Burnham Fairway No. 11 Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Burnham Fairway No 11 Lighted Buoy is back in operation.
Notice to Mariners No 41of 2021 is hereby cancelled.
NtM no.41 of 2021 – Friday 24th September 2021
Burnham Fairway No. 11 Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Burnham Fairway No 11 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°37.430 N
000°48.400 E
Is unlit.
NtM no.40 of 2021 – Monday 20th September 2021
Whitaker No 4 Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Whitaker No 4 Lighted Buoy
Mariners are advised that the Whitaker No 4 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°39.757 N
001°03.478 E
Is back in operation.
NtM no.39 of 2021 – Friday 17th September 2021
Repairs to Seawall Brandy Hole / East Hullbridge
INFORMATION
Repairs to Seawall Brandy Hole / East Hullbridge
Mariners are advised that marine contractors working on behalf of the Environment Agency are scheduled to recommence repairs to the seawall in the vicinity of Brandy Hole/East Hullbridge in approximate position:
51⁰ 37.88’1N
000⁰ 37.934’E
on Thursday 23rd September 2021
Vessels and plant associated with these repairs will be arriving on Wednesday 22nd September 2021
Duration of these works is expected to be between 9 and 12 weeks. (Between 08:00 – 18:00 Monday to Friday).
The safety vessel ‘BANDIT’ will be in attendance whilst work is taking place and will maintain a listening watch on VHF channels 11 & 16.
Throughout this period there will be a combination of work & safety boats and a Jack-Up barge located and working in the vicinity.
All vessels navigating in the area are requested to do so at a slow speed with minimum wash and pass at a safe distance.
NtM no.38 of 2021 – Friday 17th September 2021
Whitaker No 4 Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Whitaker No 4 Lighted Buoy
Mariners are advised that the Whitaker No 4 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°39.757 N
001°03.478 E
Is unlit.
NtM no.37 of 2021 – Friday 10th September 2021
Whitaker No 5 Lighted Buoy and Sunken Buxey Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised of the following:
Whitaker No 5 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°39.540 N
001°02.000 E
is back in operation.
Sunken Buxey Lighted Buoy
51° 39.595N
001° 00.765E
is back on station.
Notice to Mariners Nos 33 and 35 of 2021 is hereby cancelled.
NtM no.36 of 2021 – Monday 6th September 2021
Eco Reef Trial – River Crouch
INFORMATION
Mariners are advised that following the deployment of the Eco Reef on 29th August 2021, please see below revised position:
51° 39.827 N
001° 01.556E
Yellow lighted special marker buoy Fl. Y (5) Topmark x
Anchoring within 50m of the special mark is prohibited.
Notice to Mariners 32 of 2021 is hereby cancelled.
NtM no.35 of 2021 – Tuesday 31st August 2021
Whitaker No 5 Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Whitaker No 5 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51°39.540 N
001°02.000 E
is unlit.
NtM no.34 of 2021 – Thursday 26th August 2021
Burnham Sailing Regatta 2021 – Saturday 28th August – Saturday 4th September 2021
INFORMATION
A higher density of sailing and rowing craft are to be expected on the river during the period.
Organisers of the Rowing Craft have been requested to keep the courses outside of the main Fairway and NOT use Fairway Buoys as Racing marks.
Mariners are requested to be additionally vigilant and keep a good look out at all times.
River Crouch, Firework Display – Saturday 04th September 2021
The culmination of the 2021 Burnham Sailing Regatta will be marked by a firework display on the evening of Saturday 04th September 2021 at approximately 21:00 hours with an expected duration of around fifteen minutes.
The pyrotechnics will be discharged from a floating pontoon moored fore and aft centered on an approximate position of:
51 37.42’N
000 48.92’E
(opposite the Burnham Quayside, CHA Harbour Office). It may be necessary to alter this location on the day depending on weather conditions.
There will be an exclusion zone in place centered on the position/pontoon of 200 metres.
This will come into force at 20:50 ten minutes prior to commencement of display until its conclusion. Mariners are to remain outside the exclusion zone.
A safety boat will be in attendance throughout the display and the CHA HM Launch “Watchful” will also be on location.
Vessels will keep a listening watch on VHF Channels 16 & 11.
NtM no.33 of 2021 – Wednesday 18th August 2021
Sunken Buxey Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Sunken Buxey Lighted Buoy:
51° 39.595N
001° 00.765E
is off station.
NtM no.32 of 2021 – Tuesday 17th August 2021
Eco Reef Trial – River Crouch
INFORMATION
Prototype ecologically enhanced scour protection units for wind farm turbine monopiles are to be tested in the River Crouch between the Sunken Buxey light buoy and the Swallowtail West light buoy.
The Eco Reef will comprise of one mattress style unit of 2.3m x 2.0m in size and will be laid in position:
51° 39.817 N
001° 01.567E
The deployment area will be marked by a:
Yellow lighted special marker buoy Fl. Y (5) Topmark x
Anchoring within 50m of the special mark is prohibited.
Placement of the Eco Reef is scheduled to take place on Thursday 26 August 2021 using the vessel “JEAN T” which will maintain a listening watch on VHF channels 11 and 16.
During these operations Mariners are requested to pass at a safe distance and at a speed so as to cause minimum wash.
NtM no.31 of 2021 – Wednesday 30th June 2021
ADA Point Flashing Red Light – Bridgemarsh Creek, River Crouch
GENERAL
Mariners are advised that the coordinates for Ada Point Red Lighted Beacon promulgated in NTM 30/2021 were inaccurate due to a typographical error.
The correct position of the Beacon is as follows:
51° 38.432N
000° 45.795 E
Notice to Mariners No 30 of 2021 has been cancelled. Apologies for any confusion.
NtM no.30 of 2021 – Tuesday 29th June 2021
ADA Point Flashing Red Light – Bridgemarsh Creek, River Crouch
GENERAL
Mariners are advised that the coordinates for Ada Point Red Lighted Beacon promulgated in NTM 13/2020 were inaccurate.
The correct position of the Beacon is as follows:
51° 38.432N
000° 43.795 E
NtM no.29 of 2021 – Thursday 24th June 2021
River Crouch – North Fambridge
INFORMATION/NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that a temporary small pontoon will be placed close to the shoreline at North Fambridge on Sunday 27th June 2021 in approximate position adjacent to Port Moor Cottage
51° 38.195N
000° 40.200E
The pontoon (which is to be used as a filming platform) will extend into the river approximately 50 metres and will be lit with a yellow flashing light.
Please note there is no inshore (North of the pontoon) passage of navigation for all vessels including canoes, kayaks, paddle boards and swimmers.
The pontoon is expected to be removed on Tuesday 06th July 2021.
NtM no.27 of 2021 – Tuesday 15th June 2021
Whitaker Channel
NAVIGATION
• Whitaker No 5 lighted Buoy in position
51°40.038N
001°03.217E
Has been renamed Whitaker No 3 LT Buoy.
New light characteristic is Fl. (2) G. 5s
Shape, colour and top mark remain unchanged.
• Whitaker No 6 lighted Buoy in position
51°39.757N
001°03.478E
Has been renamed Whitaker No 4 LT buoy.
New light characteristic is Fl. (2) R. 5s
Shape, colour and top mark remain unchanged.
• Whitaker No 7 lighted Buoy has been re-established in its original position of
51°39.540N
001°02.000E
Buoy has been renamed Whitaker No 5 LT Buoy.
New light characteristic is Fl. (3) G. 10s
Shape, colour and top mark remain unchanged.
• Whitaker No 8 LT Buoy has been re-established in its original position of
51°39.351N
001°02.000E
Buoy has been renamed Whitaker No 6 LT buoy.
New light characteristic is Fl. (3) R. 10s
Shape, colour and top mark remain unchanged.
Annual maintenance for 2021 and buoy changes are now completed in the Whitaker Channel.
NtM no.26 of 2021 – Tuesday 15th June 2021
Repair to Seawall Brandy Hole/East Hullbridge
INFORMATION
Due to unforeseen circumstances the repair work to the seawall at Brandy Hole/East Hullbridge has been postponed until later this year.
All associated craft moored in the vicinity are scheduled to be demobilized and removed from the site on Monday 21st June.
Notice to Mariners 13 of 2021 is hereby cancelled.
NtM no.25 of 2021 – Tuesday 15th June 2021
Raysand Buoy (Spherical Buoy)
NAVIGATION
Raysand Buoy (Spherical Buoy)
Mariners are advised that the Raysand (yellow) Buoy has been re-established in position:
51° 39.080N
000° 59.284E
Notice to Mariners No 20 of 2021 is hereby cancelled.
NtM no.24 of 2021 – Monday 14th June 2021
Whitaker Channel – Whitaker No 1 and Whitaker No 7 Buoys
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised of the following:
• Whitaker No 1 lighted Buoy has been permanently moved to a new position of.
51°40.530N
001°05.400E
Light characteristic (Fl G 5s) and top mark remain unchanged.
• Whitaker No 7 green lighted buoy in position
51°39.540N
001°02.000E
Has been temporarily removed.
NtM no.23 of 2021 – Wednesday 9th June 2021
Whitaker Channel – Whitaker No 2 and Whitaker No 8 Buoys
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised:
• Whitaker No 2 Lighted Buoy has been permanently moved to a new position of:
51°40.250’N
001°05.400’E
Light characteristic (Fl R 5s) and Top Mark remain unchanged.
• Whitaker No 8 Lighted Buoy in position:
51°39.351’N
001°02.000’E
is temporary off station.
NtM no.22 of 2021 – Wednesday 9th June 2021
Native Oyster Restoration Works – West Mersea
INFORMATION
Attachment to NtM No 22 of 2021
We have been asked to publish the following information:
Starting Monday 14th June 2021 works will commence on the Essex Native Oyster Restoration Project within a defined restoration box, of which the north-west corner is located approximately 500m offshore to the south-east of West Mersea (hereafter referred to as the ‘Restoration Box’).
The Restoration Box is approximately 2000m (west to east) by 1000m (north to south).
This work will consist of habitat restoration through the cleaning of the seabed in the North of the Restoration Box. These works are expected to be concluded by 20th June 2021 subject to satisfactory weather conditions.
NtM no.21 of 2021 – Tuesday 8th June 2021
Swallowtail Channel – Swallowtail No 1 Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Swallowtail No 1 Lighted Buoy has been permanently moved to a new position of:
51° 41.400’N
001° 07.500’E
Light characteristic (Fl. Y. 5) and Top Mark remain unchanged.
Annual Maintenance for 2021 and Buoy Changes are now complete in the Swallowtail Channel
NtM no.20 of 2021 – Monday 7th June 2021
Raysand Unlighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Raysand Buoy in position:
51° 39.080N
000° 59.284E
is temporary off station.
NtM no.19 of 2021 – Friday 4th June 2021
Swallowtail Channel
NAVIGATION
• Swallowtail No 2 Lighted Buoy has been permanently withdrawn from position
51°41.184’N
001°06.296’E
• Swallowtail No 3 Lighted Buoy in position
51°40.843’N
001°04.391’E
has been renamed Swallowtail No 2. New light characteristic Fl. Y. 10s. Colour, shape and Top Mark remain unchanged.
• Swallowtail No 4 Lighted Buoy in position
51°40.519’N
001°03.487’E
has been renamed Swallowtail No 3. Light characteristic unchanged Fl. (2) Y. 10s
Colour, shape and Top Mark remain unchanged.
• Swallowtail No 1 Lighted Buoy will be moved to a new position next week. New coordinates will be promulgated on completion of the move.
NtM no.18 of 2021 – Tuesday 2nd June 2021
Swallowtail No 4 Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Swallowtail No 4 is temporarily off station and that all the buoys in the Swallowtail Channel are being serviced this week.
A NTM will follow shortly with updated position of Swallowtail No 1 and changes to light characteristics within the Swallowtail Channel as soon as work is completed, which is expected to be by Friday 04th June 2021.
Care should be taken by navigators whilst using the Swallowtail Channel until this work is finished
NtM no.17 of 2021 – Tuesday 2nd June 2021
Sunken Buxey Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Sunken Buxey Lighted Buoy:
51° 39.595N
001° 00.765E
is back on station.
NtM no.16 of 2021 – Monday 1st June 2021
Mind Your Wash
Information
Mariners are requested to be extra vigilant and reduce their speed and keep wash to as minimal as possible when passing newborn seals, particularly in the River Roach area.
The Conservation of Seals Act (1970) protects common seals during their breeding season and it is illegal to cause disturbance that may affect the newborn pups.
Your co-operation in this matter would be appreciated.
NtM no.15 of 2021 – Monday 1st June 2021
Dredging Operations
Information
Please be advised that Burnham Yacht Harbour Marina Ltd have now completed their Maintenance Dredging Operations in the approach to and within Burnham Yacht Harbour, Burnham on Crouch, Essex.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 47 OF 2020 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no.14 of 2021 – Monday 1st June 2021
Sunken Buxey Lighted Buoy – Off Station
Navigation
Mariners are advised that the Sunken Buxey Lighted Buoy:
51° 39.595N
001° 00.765E
is off station.
NtM no.13 of 2021 – Wednesday 26th May 2021
Repairs to Seawall Brandy Hole / East Hullbridge
INFORMATION
Mariners are advised that marine contractors working on behalf of the Environment Agency are scheduled to commence repairs to the seawall in the vicinity of Brandy Hole/East Hullbridge in approximate position:
51⁰ 37.88’1N
000⁰ 37.934’E
on Tuesday 01st June 2021.
Vessels and plant associated with these repairs will be arriving on Friday 28th May.
Duration of these works is expected to be between 9 and 12 weeks. (Between 08:00 – 18:00 Monday to Friday).
The safety vessel ‘HUNTER’ will be in attendance whilst work is taking place and will maintain a listening watch on VHF channels 11 & 16.
Throughout this period there will be a combination of work & safety boats and a Jack-Up barge located and working in the vicinity.
All vessels navigating in the area are requested to do so at a slow speed with minimum wash and pass at a safe distance.
NtM no.12 of 2021 – Tuesday 4th May 2021
Burnham Fairway No 2 Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Following consultation between the Crouch Harbour Authority and Trinity House Mariners are advised that the Burnham Fairway (Red) No 2 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 37.264’N
000° 48.862’E
has been permanently withdrawn.
NtM no.11 of 2021 – Tuesday 4th May 2021
Annual Buoy Maintenance
INFORMATION
Mariners are advised that the annual maintenance programme to service navigation buoys and marks on the rivers Crouch and Roach has commenced today 04/05/21 and is expected to take approximately 4 weeks.
Works will be carried out by the vessel JUMBO which will maintain a listening watch on VHF Channels 11 and 16.
All vessels are requested to pass JUMBO at a safe distance and at slow speed, with minimum wash whilst the vessel is carrying out servicing duties.
NtM no.10 of 2021 – Wednesday 24th March 2021
Lighted Buoys, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the following lighted buoys in approximate positions are all operational as chartered:
Whitaker No 3
51⁰ 40.424’N
001⁰ 04.719’E
Whitaker No 5
51⁰ 40.038’N
001⁰ 03.217’E
Swallowtail No 1
51⁰ 41.384’N
001⁰ 08.200’E
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 5 & 7 OF 2021 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no.09 of 2021 – Tuesday 23rd March 2021
Diving Operations – River Crouch – Baltic Wharf
INFORMATION
Please be advised as of 1000 hours this morning diving operations have been rescheduled. Please see revised dates.
Mariners are advised that on the 29th, 30th and 31st March and 1st April 2021 diving operations will be taking place on the jetty at Baltic Wharf.
Approximate position:
51⁰ 37.40 N
000⁰ 47.55 E
The tug ‘ASSASSIN’ will be in attendance during this period as Dive Support/Safety vessel and will maintain a listening watch on VHF channels 11 & 16.
Throughout the entire 4-day period, all vessels passing Baltic Wharf should do so at slow speed and at a distance greater than 50 metres from the berth.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 8 OF 2021 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no.08 of 2021 – Tuesday 23rd March 2021
Diving Operations – River Crouch – Baltic Wharf
INFORMATION
Mariners are advised that on the 25th, 26th, 27th and 28th March 2021 diving operations will be taking place on the jetty at Baltic Wharf.
Approximate position:
51⁰ 37.40 N
000⁰ 47.55 E
The tug ‘ASSASSIN’ will be in attendance during this period as Dive Support/Safety vessel and will maintain a listening watch on VHF channels 11 & 16.
Throughout the entire 4-day period, all vessels passing Baltic Wharf should do so at slow speed and at a distance greater than 50 metres from the berth.
NtM no.07 of 2021 – Thursday 18th March 2021
Swallowtail No 1 Lighted Buoy, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Swallowtail No 1 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 41.384’N
001° 08.200’E
is unlit.
NtM no.06 of 2021 – Wednesday 10th March 2021
Filming – River Crouch
INFORMATION
Mariners are advised that filming is to take place in and around West Wick Marina both shore side and on the water adjacent and close to Port Moor Cottage, River Crouch.
A temporary Aqua Dock Pontoon has been placed from Port Moor Cottage and extended into the river approximately 75 metres. It is expected to be recovered within two weeks.
The end of the Pontoon will be lit by an Amber Flashing Light.
NtM no.05 of 2021 – Tuesday 23rd February 2021
Whitaker No 3 & 5 Lighted Buoys, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Whitaker No 3 & 5 Lighted Buoys in approximate position:
51° 40.424’N
001° 04.719’E
51° 40.038’N
001° 03.217’E
are currently unreliable.
NtM no.04 of 2021 – Wednesday 10th February 2021
Refurbishment of RBYC Pontoon
INFORMATION
Work will commence on the refurbishment of the Royal Burnham Yacht Club pontoon at
Burnham-on-Crouch as of Monday 15th February 2021. The spud barge Jumbo and associated craft will be in attendance.
Any vessel navigating in the vicinity should keep clear of the workings and should pass at a safe distance at slow speed with minimum wash/ wake.
NtM no.03 of 2021 – Wednesday 6th January 2021
COVID 19 Restrictions
Recreational and Leisure Activities
INFORMATION
In light of the latest Tier 5 measures introduced by the UK Government on the 4th January 2021.
The Crouch Harbour Authority are continuing to implement contingency planning measures to separate key workers who maintain our harbour patrols, pilot services and office staff. As a result of our resilience measures, we have a reduced capability in responding to leisure incidents and enquiries. Although the Harbour Office remains closed to the public it is open for business by email and telephone. We regret that there may be delays when responding to routine enquiries.
We strongly recommend that all boat owners and crews adhere to the current guidelines https://www.gov.uk/guidance/national-lockdown-stay-at-home
NtM no.02 of 2021 – Wednesday 6th January 2021
Dredging Operations
INFORMATION
Please be advised that Essex Marina will be undertaking annual Maintenance Dredging Operations in the approach to and within Essex Marina, Wallasea Island, Essex between approximately the 4th January 2021 through to the 31st March 2021.
Dredging Operations will be carried out by Tug ASSASSIN who will maintain a listening watch on VHF Channels 16 and 11.
Caution should be taken when entering and leaving the Marina whilst Dredging Operations are in progress.
For additional information please contact:
Essex Marina
Tel 01702 258531
NtM no.01 of 2021 – Wednesday 6th January 2021
Notice to Mariners Remaining in Force as at 1st January 2021
INFORMATION
No: 2 of 2015 Ship Generated Waste Notification
No: 25 of 2016 Paglesham Reach, River Roach
No: 35 of 2016 River Roach – Paglesham Boatyard
No: 17 of 2017 Buxey Edge Obstruction
No: 18 of 2017 Essex Marina – Excessive Wash
No: 41 of 2017 Power Cables – River Roach, Paglesham Creek
No: 11 of 2018 COLREGS Rule 9 Narrow Channels
No: 23 of 2019 Mind Your Wash – Newborn Seals
No: 24 of 2019 Foul Anchorage, River Roach – Quay Reach
No: 7 of 2020 Damage to Royal Burnham Yacht Club Pontoon
No: 33 of 2020 Increase in River Swimmers, Inflatable and Personal Watercraft
No: 37 of 2020 Raysand Unlighted Buoy
No: 47 of 2020 Dredging Operations River Crouch – Burnham Yacht Harbour Marina
All other Notices to Mariners are hereby cancelled.
NtM no.47 of 2020 – Monday 21st December 2020
Dredging Operations
INFORMATION
Please be advised that Burnham Yacht Harbour Marina Ltd will be undertaking their Annual Maintenance Dredging Operations in the approach to and within Burnham Yacht Harbour, Burnham on Crouch, Essex, between approximately 21st December 2020 and 31st May 2021.
Dredging Operations will be carried out by Motor Vessel BEAVER.
Caution should be taken when entering and leaving the Marina whilst Dredging Operations are in progress.
For additional information please contact:
Burnham Yacht Harbour Marina Ltd
Tel 01621 782150
NtM no.46 of 2020 Thursday 3rd December 2020
Outer Crouch No 3 Lighted Buoy, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Outer Crouch No 3 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 38.103’N
000° 57.843’E
is back in operation.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 45 OF 2020 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no.45 of 2020 Friday 27th November 2020
Outer Crouch No 3 Lighted Buoy, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Outer Crouch No 3 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 38.103’N
000° 57.843’E
is unlit.
NtM no.44 of 2020 Tuesday 20th October 2020
Removal of Power Cables, River Roach, Rochford
SAFETY
Mariners are advised that the works to remove the three redundant 33kV electricity cables in the River Roach at Rochford has now been completed.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 39 OF 2020 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no.43 of 2020 Monday 28th September 2020
Paglesham Fairway No 1 Lighted Buoy, River Roach
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Paglesham Fairway No 1 Lighted Buoy is back on station.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 42 OF 2020 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no.42 of 2020 Friday 18th September 2020
Paglesham Fairway No 1 Lighted Buoy, River Roach
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Paglesham Fairway No 1 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 35.825’N
000° 49.167’E
is off station for repairs.
NtM no.41 of 2020 Thursday 17th September 2020
Removal of Power Cables, River Roach, Rochford
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that there will be a Temporary Unlit Yellow Special Marker Buoy laid on the 18th September 2020 in approximate position:
51° 34.778’N
000° 44.546’E
in conjunction with NTM No 39 of 2020.
When navigating in the area Mariners are kindly requested to proceed with extreme caution.
NtM no.40 of 2020 Thursday 17th September 2020
Crouch Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Crouch Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 37.660’N
000° 56.591’E
is back on station.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 38 OF 2020 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no.39 of 2020 Tuesday 8th September 2020
Removal of Power Cables, River Roach, Rochford
SAFETY
Mariners are advised that work is scheduled to commence on the 14th September 2020 to remove three redundant 33kV electricity cables which are laid across the River Roach at Rochford.
The estimated duration of the works is two weeks.
When navigating in the area Mariners are kindly requested to proceed with extreme caution and to take advice from any personnel working on site.
Attachment to Notice to Mariners No 39 of 2020
NtM no.38 of 2020 – Wednesday 26th August 2020
Crouch Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Crouch Lighted buoy:
51° 37.660’N
000° 56.591’E
is off station.
NtM no.37 of 2020 – Monday 17th August 2020
Raysand Unlighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the original old Raysand unlit yellow mark in position:
51° 39.080’N
000° 59.284’E
has been damaged beyond repair.
A temporary substitute buoy with the following characteristics has been placed in the same position (as above). Yellow cylindrical base with large white sign atop with legend RAYSAND.
NtM no.36 of 2020 – Thursday 13th August 2020
Pinto Lighted Buoy, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Pinto Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 37.081’N
000° 52.609’E
is back in operation.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 32 OF 2020 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no.35 of 2020 – Wednesday 12th August 2020
New Position of Fairway Buoys, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised of change of position to the Burnham Fairway Buoys:
Fairway No 3 Lighted Starboard Buoy
51° 37.176’N
000° 50.014’E
Fairway No 5 Lighted Starboard Buoy
51° 37.187’N
000° 49.667’E
Fairway No 7 Lighted Starboard Buoy
51° 37.239’N
000° 49.157’E
Fairway No 9 Lighted Starboard Buoy
51° 37.327’N
000° 48.870’E
Fairway No 2 Lighted Port Hand Buoy
51° 37.264’N
000° 48.862’E
The repositioning of these buoys has taken place in order to enable the large commercial vessels attending Baltic Wharf the safest and clearest passage whilst passing Burnham Yacht Moorings.
NtM no.34 of 2020 – Thursday 6th August 2020
Swallowtail No 2 Lighted Buoy, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Swallowtail No 2 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 41.184’N
001° 06.296’E
is back in operation.
This Notice cancels local NTM No 28 of 2020.
NtM no.32 of 2020 – Friday 31st July 2020
Pinto Lighted Buoy, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Pinto Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 37.081’N
000° 52.609’E
is unlit.
NtM no.31 of 2020 – Monday 20th July 2020
Flagged Buoys Off Black Point, River Crouch
INFORMATION
The Fishermen have now completed their operation at Black Point and the Buoys have been removed.
This Notice cancels local NTM No 29 of 2020.
NtM no.30 of 2020 – Monday 20th July 2020
Update COVID 19 Restrictions
Recreational and Leisure Activities
INFORMATION
As of 4th July 2020, there are now no UK Government restrictions SPECIFIC to boating. However, the UK Government COVID-19 Guidance on social distancing should still be observed.
Mariners should be aware of their berth operator’s latest policies and stay alert and take all measures and precautions to prevent and minimise the potential spread of infection.
At present the Harbour Office in Burnham remains closed to the public but open for business as usual by telephone and email.
This Notice cancels local NTM No10 of 2020.
NtM no.29 of 2020 – Monday 13th July 2020
Flagged Buoys off Black Point, River Crouch
INFORMATION
Mariners are advised of the existence of small orange flagged buoys marking nets off of Black Point off Bridgemarsh Island. Please keep a good look out when navigating in this area.
They do not encroach upon the main Fairway.
NtM no.28 of 2020 – Thursday 9th July 2020
Swallowtail No 2 Lighted Buoy, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Swallowtail No 2 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 41.184’N
001° 06.296’E
is unlit.
NtM no.27 of 2020 – Monday 29th June 2020
NATIVE OYSTER RESTORATION WORKS – WEST MERSEA
INFORMATION
We have been asked to publish the following information as it is not specifically within our district:
Starting Tuesday 30th June 2020 works will commence on the Essex Native Oyster Restoration Project within a defined restoration box, of which the north-west corner is located approximately 500m offshore to the south-east of West Mersea (hereafter referred to as the ‘Restoration Box’). The Restoration Box is approximately 2000m (west to east) by 1000m (north to south).
Please download the attached Information for further details.
Attachment to NtM No 27 of 2020
NtM no.26 of 2020 -Wednesday 17th June 2020
NATIVE OYSTER RESTORATION WORKS – WEST MERSEA
INFORMATION
We have been asked to publish the following information as it is not specifically within our district:
Starting Monday 22nd June 2020 works will commence on the Essex Native Oyster Restoration Project within a defined restoration box, of which the north-west corner is located approximately 500m offshore to the south-east of West Mersea (hereafter referred to as the ‘Restoration Box’).
This work will consist of scientific monitoring of current and future restoration areas within the Restoration Box. These works are expected to be concluded by 24th June 2020.
Please download the attached Information for further details.
Attachment to NtM No 26 of 2020
NtM no.25 of 2020 – Tuesday 2nd June 2020
Fairway No 5 Lighted Buoy, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Fairway No 5 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 37.200’N
000° 49.670’E
is back in operation.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 22 OF 2020 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no.24 of 2020 – Friday 29th May 2020
CHA Essential Buoy Maintenance
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Swallowtail No 1 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 41.384’N
001° 08.200’E
is back on station.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 21 OF 2020 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no.23 of 2020 – Friday 22nd May 2020
ADA Point Flashing Red Light – Bridgemarsh Creek, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the red light on ADA Point in approximate position:
51˚ 38.410’N
000˚ 45.687’E
at the entrance to Bridgemarsh Creek is back in operation.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 13 OF 2020 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no.22 of 2020 – Thursday 21st May 2020
Fairway No 5 Lighted Buoy, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Fairway No 5 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 37.200’N
000° 49.670’E
is unlit.
NtM no.21 of 2020 – Wednesday 20th May 2020
CHA Essential Buoy Maintenance
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Swallowtail No 1 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 41.384’N
001° 08.200’E
has been removed for maintenance.
NtM no.20 of 2020 – Wednesday 20th May 2020
CHA Essential Buoy Maintenance
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Fairway No 3 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 37.171’N
000° 49.854’E
is back on station.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 19 OF 2020 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no.19 of 2020 – Monday 4th May 2020
CHA Essential Buoy Maintenance
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Fairway No 3 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51° 37.171’N
000° 49.854’E
has been removed for maintenance.
NtM no.18 of 2020 – Monday 4th May 2020
CHA Essential Buoy Maintenance
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Fairway No 13 & 15 Lighted Buoys are back in their current charted positions.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 17 OF 2020 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no.17 of 2020 – Friday 1st May 2020
CHA Essential Buoy Maintenance
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Fairway No 13 & 15 Lighted Buoys have been removed for maintenance.
It is anticipated that they will be back in their current charted positions on Saturday 2nd May. Any vessel underway in this area should proceed with caution.
An update will be made on Monday 4th.
NtM no.16 of 2020 – Thursday 30th April 2020
Dredging Operations
INFORMATION
Please be advised that Burnham Yacht Harbour Marina Ltd have now completed their Maintenance Dredging Operations in the approach to and within Burnham Yacht Harbour, Burnham on Crouch, Essex.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 52 OF 2019 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no.15 of 2020 – Monday 27th April 2020
Outer Crouch No 4 Lighted Buoy, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised of the new position for the Outer Crouch No 4 Lighted Buoy (Red Can Fl R 10s):
51° 38.000’N
000° 58.000’E
The Colour, Shape and Light Characteristic remain unchanged.
NtM no.14 of 2020 – Monday 27th April 2020
CHA Essential Annual Buoy Maintenance
INFORMATION
Please be advised that essential annual maintenance of navigation buoys is now underway.
The work will be carried out from the vessel ‘JUMBO’ which will maintain a listening watch on VHF channel 11 and 16 whilst conducting out these activities.
NtM no.13 of 2020 -Thursday 9th April 2020
ADA Point Flashing Red Light – Bridgemarsh Creek, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the red light on ADA Point in approximate position:
51˚ 38.410’N
000˚ 45.687’E
at the entrance to Bridgemarsh Creek is unlit and the pole supporting the light is barely visible at High Water.
Caution should be taken when entering and leaving Bridgemarsh Marina.
NtM no.12 of 2020 -Thursday 9th April 2020
COVID 19 Restrictions
Recreational and Leisure Activities
INFORMATION
With the Easter Holiday approaching we would respectfully like to remind Mariners that the Government Social Distancing Policy is still firmly in place. As a consequence, we request that owners of all recreational and leisure vessels observe the advice to avoid attending and using their vessels however tempting it may be. In doing so it will minimise the risks of adding to the already overburdened, magnificent staff manning all areas of our NHS.
Your cooperation in this matter would be much appreciated.
NtM no.11 of 2020 – Thursday 2nd April 2020
MOD Shoeburyness
Unusual Activity Alert: Illuminating Rounds
INFORMATION
We have been requested to publish the following information:
On 7, 8, 9 & 15 April 2020, from approximately 08:30hrs, QinetiQ will be carrying out activities at the Shoeburyness Range on behalf of the MOD, which may be visible in the vicinity of the Thames Estuary.
The activity involves the use of airborne munitions which are designed to illuminate large areas and therefore, members of the public may observe objects similar to distress signals/flares in the sky up to 3km out to sea.
All activity on the Range is conducted in a strictly controlled environment and presents no danger to the public. This work, as with the vast majority of work undertaken on the site, is subject to suitable acoustic forecasts and tide times, which are governed by weather conditions on the day. Consequently, the date of the activity may be subject to change. If members of the public are concerned by Range activity, they can call the freephone Careline on 0800 0560108.
Nicki Uden – Community Liaison Officer, Shoeburyness Range
Careline: 0800 0560108
Email: nuden@QinetiQ.com
NtM no.10 of 2020 -Wednesday 25th March 2020
COVID 19 Restrictions
Recreational and Leisure Activities
INFORMATION
We are issuing this notice in line with current Government Coronavirus (COVID 19) restrictions issued on Monday 23 March 2020.
To reduce social contact travel and potential strain on emergency services, we strongly recommend that all recreational and leisure activities on the tidal rivers Crouch and Roach are avoided until the current Government restrictions are relaxed.
Our priority is to keep the harbour open and functioning as long as possible. From 9 March the Crouch Harbour Authority implemented contingency planning measures to separate key workers who maintain our harbour patrols, pilot services and office staff. As a result of our resilience measures we have a reduced capability in responding to leisure incidents and enquiries. Although the harbour office is closed to the public it remains open for business by email and telephone. We regret that there may be delays when responding to routine enquiries.
We ask for your cooperation and understanding during the National Emergency.
NtM no.9 of 2020 – Monday 23rd March 2020
Whitaker No 3 Lighted Buoy, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Whitaker No 3 Lighted Buoy in position:
51˚ 40.424’N
001˚ 04.719’E
is back in operation.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 8 OF 2020 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no.8 of 2020 – Tuesday 10th March 2020
Whitaker No 3 Lighted Buoy, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Whitaker No 3 Lighted Buoy in position:
51˚ 40.424’N
001˚ 04.719’E
is unlit.
NtM no.7 of 2020 – Monday 10th February 2020
Royal Burnham Yacht Club Pontoon – DAMAGE
SAFETY
Mariners are advised that the Royal Burnham Yacht Club’s Pontoon in approximate position:
51˚ 37.417’N
000˚ 49.192’E
has been severely damaged by strong winds and is therefore not to be used under any circumstances without permission from the Royal Burnham Yacht Club until further notice.
NtM no.6 of 2020 – Thursday 6th February 2020
Branklet Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Branklet Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51˚ 36.983’N
000˚ 52.113’E
is back in operation.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 3 OF 2020 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no.5 of 2020 – Thursday 6th February 2020
Fairway No 13 Lighted Buoy, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Fairway No 13 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51˚ 37.492’N
000˚ 47.333’E
is back in operation.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 4 OF 2020 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no.4 of 2020 – Monday 27th January 2020
Fairway No 13 Lighted Buoy, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Fairway No 13 Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51˚ 37.492’N
000˚ 47.333’E
is unlit.
NtM no.3 of 2020 – Friday 17th January 2020
Branklet Lighted Buoy
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Branklet Lighted Buoy in approximate position:
51˚ 36.983’N
000˚ 52.113’E
is unlit.
NtM no.2 of 2020 – Tuesday 7th January 2020
Dredging Operations
INFORMATION
Please be advised that Essex Marina will be undertaking annual Maintenance Dredging Operations in the approach to and within Essex Marina, Wallasea Island, Essex between approximately the 13th January 2020 through to the 31st March 2020.
Dredging Operations will be carried out by Tug PUNISHER.
Please be aware that small sections of pontoon may temporarily be placed onto Essex Marina’s Swinging Moorings which at night will be marked with a fixed white light at each end.
Caution should be taken when entering and leaving the Marina whilst Dredging Operations are in progress.
For additional information please contact:
Essex Marina
Tel 01702 258531
NtM no.1 of 2020 – Tuesday 7th January 2020
Notice to Mariners Remaining in Force as at 1st January 2020
INFORMATION
Please be advised that the following Notice to Mariners remain in force:
No: 2 of 2015 Ship Generated Waste Notification
No: 25 of 2016 Paglesham Reach, River Roach
No: 35 of 2016 River Roach – Paglesham Boatyard
No: 17 of 2017 Buxey Edge Obstruction
No: 18 of 2017 Essex Marina – Excessive Wash
No: 41 of 2017 Power Cables – River Roach, Paglesham Creek
No: 11 of 2018 COLREGS Rule 9 Narrow Channels
No: 23 of 2019 Mind Your Wash – Newborn Seals
No: 24 of 2019 Foul Anchorage, River Roach – Quay Reach
No: 52 of 2019 Dredging Operations River Crouch – Burnham Yacht Harbour Marina
All other Notices to Mariners are hereby cancelled.
NtM no.54 of 2019 – Monday 23rd December 2019
Gig Rowing Event, River Crouch
INFORMATION
Mariners are advised that on Sunday 5th January 2020 a Gig Rowing Event is scheduled to take place in the vicinity of Burnham-on-Crouch waterfront.
There will be three contests in total with start times of 11:00 – 11:45 – 12:30.
The course will be decided on the day, depending on weather conditions but will be routed outside and away from the main Burnham Fairway.
Vessels navigating in the area whilst the competition is in progress are requested to keep a sharp lookout and keep their wash to a minimum.
Your co-operation is appreciated.
NtM no.53 of 2019 – Monday 2nd December 2019
Raysand Middle Unlighted Buoy, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Raysand Middle unlighted Buoy is now back in its charted position:
51˚ 40.000’N
000˚ 59.000’E
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 47 OF 2019 IS HEREBY CANCELLED.
NtM no.52 of 2019 – Wednesday 27th November 2019
Dredging Operations
INFORMATION
Please be advised that Burnham Yacht Harbour Marina Ltd will be undertaking their Annual Maintenance Dredging Operations in the approach to and within Burnham Yacht Harbour, Burnham on Crouch, Essex, between approximately 5th December 2019 and 31st May 2020.
Dredging Operations will be carried out by Motor Vessel BEAVER.
Caution should be taken when entering and leaving the Marina whilst Dredging Operations are in progress.
For additional information please contact:
Burnham Yacht Harbour Marina Ltd
Tel 01621 782150
NtM no.51 of 2019 – Wednesday 20th November 2019
Whitaker No 3 Lighted Buoy, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Whitaker No 3 Lighted Buoy in position:
51˚ 40.424’N
001˚ 04.719’E
is back in operation.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 40 OF 2019 IS HEREBY CANCELLED.
NtM no.50 of 2019 – Friday 8th November 2019
Top Rochford No 7 & Lower Rochford No 5 Lighted Buoys, River Roach
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Top Rochford No 7 and Lower Rochford No 5 Lighted Buoys in approximate positions:
51˚ 34.832’N
000˚ 45.009’E
51˚ 34.811’N
000˚ 45.300’E
are back in operation.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 44 OF 2019 IS HEREBY CANCELLED.
NtM no.49 of 2019 – Thursday 7th November 2019
Whitaker No 7 Lighted Buoy, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Whitaker No 7 Lighted Buoy in position:
51˚ 39.540’N
001˚ 02.000’E
is back in operation.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 48 OF 2019 IS HEREBY CANCELLED.
NtM no.48 of 2019 – Monday 4th November 2019
Whitaker No 7 Lighted Buoy, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Whitaker No 7 Lighted Buoy in position:
51˚ 39.540’N
001˚ 02.000’E
is unlit.
NtM no.47 of 2019 – Thursday 31st October 2019
Raysand Middle Unlighted Buoy, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Raysand Middle unlighted Buoy is out of position to the North of its charted position
51˚ 40.000’N
000˚ 59.000’E
and should not be used for safe navigation. The buoy will be replaced as and when it is practicable for the Authority to do so.
NtM no.46 of 2019 – Monday 28th October 2019
Bathymetry Survey, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that survey work is scheduled to be carried out on the River Crouch in the locations as listed below between 28th October and 1st November 2019 by survey vessel EXO SURVEYOR.
The EXO SURVEYOR will display the appropriate signals as designated by the COLREGS and maintain a continuous listening watch on VHF Channels 11 and 16.
Mariners are requested not to impede the vessel whilst survey operations are taking place and pass at a safe distance.
Areas to be surveyed:
1. Fambridge Marina
2. From Whitaker No 7 Starboard Hand Light Buoy NE to and in the vicinity of Westerly Cardinal West Swallowtail Light Buoy.
3. Between Buxey No 1 Southerly Cardinal Light Buoy and Buxey No 2 Northerly Cardinal Light Buoy.
4. In the near vicinity and between Burnham Fairway No 2 Port Hand Light Buoy and Burnham Fairway No 9 Starboard Hand Light Buoy.
NtM no.45 of 2019 – Thursday 17th October 2019
Wallasea [CROSSRAIL] Commercial Jetty – Decommissioning and Removal
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the spud barge ‘Forth Atlas’ has now left the CHA District.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 38 OF 2019 IS HEREBY CANCELLED.
NtM no.44 of 2019 – Friday 11th October 2019
Top Rochford No 7 & Lower Rochford No 5 Lighted Buoys, River Roach
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Top Rochford No 7 and Lower Rochford No 5 Lighted Buoys in approximate positions:
51˚ 34.832’N
000˚ 45.009’E
51˚ 34.811’N
000˚ 45.300’E
are unlit.
NtM no.43 of 2019 – Tuesday 8th October 2019
Temporary Meter Deployments
INFORMATION
Mariners are advised that the temporary yellow buoy marking the survey works in approximate position:
51˚ 38.916’N
000˚ 59.358’E
has now been removed.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 29 OF 2019 IS HEREBY CANCELLED.
NtM no.42 of 2019 – Monday 7th October 2019
Works to Longview, The Esplanade, Hullbridge, Essex – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that work is due to commence tomorrow on the repairs to the seawall at Hullbridge.
The location of the repairs will take place in approximate vicinity:
51˚37.7137’N
00˚36.4109’E
A small Spud Barge will be in situ in the river across to the shore at Hullbridge for the duration of the works.
Mariners are requested to proceed with caution whilst navigating within this area.
NtM no.41 of 2019 – Friday 27th September 2019
Approaches to Burnham Fairway – Temporary Repositioning of 8 Knot Speed Limit Marker Buoys
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the two yellow unlit 8 knot speed limit marker buoys have been reinstated at the Eastern End of the Burnham Yacht Moorings in the following positions:
51˚ 37.250’N
000˚ 50.242’E
51˚ 37.187’N
000˚ 50.060’E
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 18 OF 2019 IS HEREBY CANCELLED.
NtM no.40 of 2019 – Wednesday 25th September 2019
Whitaker No 3 Lighted Buoy, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Whitaker No 3 Lighted Buoy in position:
51˚ 40.424’N
001˚ 04.719’E
is unlit.
NtM no.39 of 2019 – Monday 23rd September 2019
Havengore Bridge: Manual Operation
INFORMATION
We have been requested to publish the following information:
Whilst our contractors are making good progress towards repairing the current fault, they are estimating that it will not be fully resolved for another 6-8 weeks. In the meantime, QinetiQ has instructed the Contractor to conduct some immediate adaptation works that will render the Bridge suitable and safe for full manual operation.
We are pleased to confirm that we will be manually operating Havengore Bridge to allow passage for marine traffic on:
• Saturday 28 & Sunday 29 September
• Saturday 12 & Sunday 13 October
• Saturday 26 & Sunday 27 October
The bridge will be operated in accordance with the MOD byelaws and so will be staffed for 2 hours either side of high tide, during daylight hours. The manual lifting and lowering process may take a little longer than the automated process so we would appreciate your patience and co-operation.
Further dates may be added subject to demand and resourcing considerations.
Nicki Uden – Community Liaison Officer, SHOEBURYNESS RANGE
Careline: 0800 0560108
Email: nuden@QinetiQ.com
www.QinetiQ.com
NtM no.38 of 2019 – Thursday 19th September 2019
Wallasea [CROSSRAIL] Commercial Jetty – Decommissioning and Removal
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that due to unforeseen circumstances the spud barge ‘Forth Atlas’ will be returning today 19th September 2019 for a short period.
It will be moored on spud legs in approximate position:
051˚ 37.041 N
000˚ 50.800 E
Please be advised that there this is no passage between the barge and the south shore.
NtM no.37 of 2019 – Monday 16th September 2019
Wallasea [CROSSRAIL] Commercial Jetty – Decommissioning and Removal
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Wallasea Loading Jetty, Pontoons, Fixing Piles, Shore Connections and all associated lights in approximate position:
051˚ 37.041 N
000˚ 50.800 E
have been removed.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 25 OF 2019 IS HEREBY CANCELLED.
NtM no.36 of 2019 – Friday 13th September 2019
Current Meter Surveys – River Crouch
INFORMATION
We have been requested to publish the following information:
As part of the Anglian Water Coastal Modelling System Upgrade, Intertek has subcontracted Partrac Ltd to undertake a current meter survey in the Crouch estuary, from a moored vessel. This is to be completed over two days on both a Neap and Spring tide.
The work will require the vessel to remain on station for a total period of 13 hours. Equipment is to be lowered every 30 minutes for the duration of the survey.
The Neap tide survey is to be completed on the 23rd September and the Spring tide survey on the 29th September.
This survey position is:-
Easting
595085
Lat 51˚.622’N
Long 0.817˚E
Northing
195264
Lat 51˚37.342’N
Long 000˚49.010’E
Positions are in WGS84.
The survey is to be completed on board the ‘Predator’, owned and operated by Predator Charters Marine Ltd.
Avoidance to a range of 200m of any operations is requested.
Contact Information:
Survey (Partrac Ltd)
• Project Director: Peter Wilson pwilson@partrac.com, Office: 01626 90667
Mobile: 07793 249 080.
• Project Manager: Nikki Clargo nclargo@partrac.com, Mobile: 07792 793 999.
Vessel
• Predator: Stewart Olley: 07958 664602.
NtM no.35 of 2019 – Monday 9th September 2019
No 15 Fairway Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that No 15 Fairway Lighted Buoy in position:
51˚ 37.569’N
000˚ 47.298’E
is back in operation.
NtM no.34 of 2019 – Wednesday 28th August 2019
No 15 Fairway Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that No 15 Fairway Lighted Buoy in position:
51˚ 37.569’N
000˚ 47.298’E
is unlit.
NtM no.33 of 2019 – Friday 22nd August 2019
Outer Crouch No 2 Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Outer Crouch No 2 Lighted Buoy in position:
51˚ 38.622’N
000˚ 59.200’E
is back in operation.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 31 OF 2019 IS HEREBY CANCELLED.
NtM no.32 of 2019 – Tuesday 20th August 2019
Burnham Sailing Regatta 2019 will take place between Saturday 24th August 2019~Saturday 31st August 2019
INFORMATION
A higher density of sailing and rowing craft are to be expected on the river during the period.
Organisers of the Rowing Craft have been requested to keep the courses outside of the main Fairway and NOT use Fairway Buoys as Racing marks.
Mariners are requested to be additionally vigilant and keep a good look out at all times.
Some Events to highlight:
Monday 26th August 2019 – Burnham Quay Day
13:00 Captain Jack Sparrow views quayside from launch prior to landing ashore at Burnham.
15:00-15:10 Fly Pass by World War 1 Aircraft (Nieuport 17)
Saturday 31st August 2019 – River Crouch, Firework Display
The culmination of the 2019 Burnham Sailing Regatta will be marked by a firework display on the evening of Saturday 31st August 2019 at approximately 21:00 hours with an expected duration of around fifteen minutes.
The pyrotechnics will be discharged from a floating pontoon moored fore and aft centered on an approximate position of:
51˚ 37.42’N
001˚ 48.92’E
(opposite the Burnham Quayside Public House/Hotel “Ye Olde White Harte”). It may be necessary to alter this location on the day depending on weather conditions.
There will be an exclusion zone in place centered on the position/pontoon (overleaf) of 200 metres.
This will come into force at 20:50 ten minutes prior to commencement of display until its conclusion. Mariners are to remain outside the exclusion zone.
A safety boat will be in attendance throughout the display and the CHA HM Launch “Watchful” will also be on location.
Vessels will keep a listening watch on VHF Channels 16 & 11.
NtM no.31 of 2019 – Friday 16th August 2019
Outer Crouch No 2 Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Outer Crouch No 2 Lighted Buoy in position:
51˚ 38.622’N
000˚ 59.200’E
is unlit.
NtM no.30 of 2019 – Thursday 15th August 2019
Sunken Buxey Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Sunken Buxey Lighted Buoy in position:
51˚ 39.595’N
001˚ 00.765’E
is now back on station.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 16 OF 2019 IS HEREBY CANCELLED.
NtM no.29 of 2019 – Thursday 15th August 2019
Temporary Meter Deployments
INFORMATION
We have been requested to publish the following information:
As part of the Anglian Water Coastal Modelling System Upgrade, Intertek has subcontracted Partrac Ltd to deploy ten seabed mounted acoustic monitoring devices around the East Anglian Coast. Weather permitting, these will be deployed during the period 19th to 24th of August 2019.
Please see attached information.
NtM no.28 of 2019 – Thursday 1st August 2019
Forthcoming Sailing Events
INFORMATION
Mariners are advised of the following sailing events:
Royal Corinthian OTTER Week
The Royal Corinthian Yacht Club will be hosting and running the annual Otters Week sailing/racing event between Sunday 04th August and Sunday 11th 2019. The majority of racing will take place between the entrance to Bridgemarsh Marina and the River Roach, courses to be set on the day dependant on weather conditions.
A one- off longer race may take place outside this area but again only if weather permits.
Organisers have been requested to keep the courses outside of the main fairway and NOT use Fairway Buoys as racing marks.
River users are requested to keep a sharp and diligent lookout and navigate in a considerate manner, keeping their vessels wash to a minimum in the vicinity of these races particularly as some of the participants are likely to be young and relatively inexperienced.
Safety vessels will be in attendance.
Corinthian Otters 24 Hours Sailing Event – Saturday 10th – Sunday 11th August 2019
At 11:00hrs on Saturday 11th August 2019 a 24-hour sailing event will begin.
The race will comprise of a “LOOP-COURSE” between a marker to be placed in the vicinity of Rice and Coles and a second marker off of the Town Hard.
Participating vessels will NOT enter the Fairway or use Fairway Buoys as racing marks.
All craft including safety vessels will display lights in accordance with COLREGS Part C Lights and Shapes.
In addition to safety ribs, two cruisers will also be in attendance moored on buoys in an appropriate location.
Mariners are again requested to keep a good lookout and avoid passing through Burnham Moorings during this event if possible. Finish time 11:00hrs Sunday 11th August 2019.
Royal Burnham CADET Week
The Royal Burnham Yacht Club will be running and hosting their annual Cadet Week between Sunday 11th August and Friday 16th August 2019.
Race courses will be set on the day depending on weather conditions between Cliff Reach racing mark (western end) and Holliwell race mark (eastern end).
As with Otter Week organisers are being requested not to set courses that encroach upon the Fairway and NOT to use Fairway Buoys as racing marks.
Mariners are requested to pay heed when navigating as stated for Otter week.
Your attention to this matter is appreciated.
NtM no.27 of 2019 – Tuesday 30th July 2019
Swallowtail West Lighted Buoy, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Swallowtail West Lighted Buoy in position:
51˚ 40.043’N
001˚ 02.661’E
is now back on station.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 26 OF 2019 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no.26 of 2019 – Monday 22nd July 2019
Swallowtail West Lighted Buoy, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the Swallowtail West Lighted Buoy in position:
51˚ 40.043’N
001˚ 02.661’E
is off station.
NtM no.25 of 2019 – Friday 19th July 2019
Wallasea [CROSSRAIL] Commercial Jetty – Decommissioning and Removal
NAVIGATION
Mariners are reminded of Notice to Mariners No 18 of 2019 dated 12th June 2019.
Work on Wallasea [CROSSRAIL] Commercial Jetty in approximate position: 051˚ 37.041N – 000˚ 50.800E is scheduled to commence on Monday 22nd July 2019. The works are estimated to last for approximately 5 weeks.
All vessels navigating in the vicinity and passing the operation are requested to do so at a safe distance and with minimum wash and at a speed no greater than 8 knots.
Your cooperation in this matter is appreciated.
NtM no.23 of 2019 – Tuesday 9th July 2019
“Mind Your Wash”
INFORMATION
Mariners are requested to be extra vigilant and reduce their speed and keep wash to as minimal as possible when passing newborn seals, particularly in the River Roach area.
The Conservation of Seals Act (1970) protects common seals during their breeding season and it is illegal to cause disturbance that may affect the newborn pups.
Your co-operation in this matter would be appreciated.
NtM no.22 of 2019 – Tuesday 2nd July 2019
ADA Point Flashing Red Light – Bridgemarsh Creek, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the red light on ADA Point in approximate position:
51˚ 38.410’N
000˚ 45.687’E
at the entrance to Bridgemarsh Creek is now working correctly.
NtM no.21 of 2019 – Friday 28th June 2019
ADA Point Flashing Red Light – Bridgemarsh Creek, River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that the red light on ADA Point in approximate position:
51˚ 38.410’N
000˚ 45.687’E
at the entrance to Bridgemarsh Creek is barely visible.
Caution should be taken when entering and leaving Bridgemarsh Marina.
NtM no.20 of 2019 – Monday 24th June 2019
Native Oyster Restoration West Mersea
Marker Buoy Lights Currently Not Working
INFORMATION
We have been requested to publish the following information.
Mariners are advised that the six yellow marker buoys recently deployed as described in Notice to Mariners No 19 of 2019 are currently not working.
Please see attached updated information.
NtM no.19 of 2019 – Thursday 20th June 2019
Native Oyster Restoration – Spat Collector Frames & Marker Buoys
West Mersea
INFORMATION
The activities for the Mersea Oyster Restoration Project have been delayed due to weather conditions and water temperatures. The works are anticipated to start on the 19th June 2019 or soon thereafter.
Please see attached information with regard to updated details concerning the marker buoy locations.
Attachment Notice to Mariners No 19 of 2019
NtM no.18 of 2019 – Friday 12th June 2019
Approaches to Burnham Fairway
Temporary Repositioning of 8 Knot Speed Limit Marker Buoys
NAVIGATION
Wallasea [CROSSRAIL] Commercial Jetty in approximate position: 051˚ 37.041N – 000˚ 50.800E is scheduled to be decommissioned and removed, including the extraction of linked mooring piles.
River works associated with this project are programmed to commence on Monday July 01st 2019 and continue for between 4 and 5 weeks.
During the assignment a large crane barge ‘Forth Atlas’ and tug will be stationed at this location.
In preparation and for the duration of the works the eastern boundary of the 8 knot maximum speed limit area has been moved East to a position in the vicinity of the ‘HORSE SHOAL’ Cardinal [N] light buoy.
The two yellow unlit 8 knot speed limit marker buoys currently positioned East of the Burnham Fairway have consequently been moved as follows:
Buoy 1)
Original Position 051˚ 37.293N – 000˚ 49.885E
New Temporary Position 051˚ 37.220N – 000˚ 51.426E
Buoy 2)
Original Position 051˚ 37.192N – 000˚49.905E
New Temporary Position 051˚ 37.060N – 000˚ 51.500E
All vessels navigating in the vicinity and passing the operation are requested to do so at a safe distance and with minimum wash and at a speed no greater than 8 knots.
Upon completion of these works the original boundary of speed restriction zone will be reinstated and the yellow marker buoys returned to their original positions.
NtM no.17 of 2019 – Tuesday 4th June 2019
Native Oyster Restoration – Spat Collector Frames & Marker Buoys – West Mersea
INFORMATION
We have been asked to circulate details about activities for the Mersea Oyster Restoration Project. The activities include the deployment of six spat collector frames and six marker buoys, and are expected to start 6th June 2019 or soon thereafter (subject to optimum water temperatures in the Blackwater estuary.
NtM no.16 of 2019 – Friday 3rd May 2019
Sunken Buxey Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Sunken Buxey Lighted Buoy in position:
51˚ 39.595’N
001˚ 00.765’E
has been reported off station.
NtM no.15 of 2019 – Tuesday 23rd April 2019
Native Oyster Restoration Works – Commencement of Activities, West Mersea
INFORMATION
We have been asked to circulate details about the commencement of activities for a Mersea Oyster Restoration Project. The works are due to commence on Monday 29th April 2019.
Native Oyster Restoration Works
NtM no.14 of 2019 – Tuesday 9th April 2019
Dredging Operations
INFORMATION
Please be advised that Burnham Yacht Harbour Marina Ltd have now completed their Maintenance Dredging Operations in the approach to and within Burnham Yacht Harbour, Burnham on Crouch, Essex.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 38 of 2018 IS HEREBY CANCELLED.
NtM no.13 of 2019 – Tuesday 2nd April 2019
Barton Hall No 3 Lighted Buoy – River Roach
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Barton Hall No 3 Lighted Buoy in position:
51° 34.924’N
000° 45.886’E
is back on station.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 3 of 2019 IS HEREBY CANCELLED.
NtM no.12 of 2019 – Tuesday 26th March 2019
No Wash 8 Knot Speed Limit Buoys
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised of the repositioning and characteristics of 2 special lighted “NO WASH” 8 KNOT SPEED LIMIT BUOYS in Longpole Reach (River Crouch) at the Eastern and Western ends of Fambridge Yacht Haven’s yacht moorings abeam of North Fambridge Jetty.
Eastern Buoy
Yellow – Round Base – White No Wash 8 Knots Sign
in position:
51° 38.13’N
000° 41.32’E
Light Fl Y 2.5 secs
Western Buoy
Yellow – Round Base – White No Wash 8 Knots Sign
in position:
51° 38.13’N
000° 39.85’E
All vessels are requested to ensure their wash is kept to a minimum when passing through yacht moorings.
NtM no.11 of 2019 – Monday 25th March 2019
Black Edge No 1 Lighted Buoy – River Roach
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Black Edge No 1 Lighted Buoy in position:
51° 35.230’N
000° 48.190’E
is back on station.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 9 OF 2019 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no.10 of 2019 – Wednesday 20th March 2019
River Crouch – PLA Survey Works
INFORMATION
Mariners are advised that the PLA survey works have now been completed.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 4 OF 2019 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no.9 of 2019 – Friday 15th March 2019
Black Edge No 1 Lighted Buoy – River Roach
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Black Edge No 1 Lighted Buoy in position:
51˚ 35.230’N
000˚ 48.190’E
is out of the water for maintenance. We will advise when it is back on station.
NtM no.8 of 2019 – Friday 15th March 2019
Burnham Fairway No 13 Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Fairway No 13 Lighted Buoy in position:
51˚ 37.492’N
000˚ 47.333’E
is back on station.
NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 7 OF 2019 IS HEREBY CANCELLED
NtM no.7 of 2019 – Tuesday 12th March 2019
Burnham Fairway No 13 Lighted Buoy – River Crouch
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Fairway No 13 Lighted Buoy in position:
51˚ 37.492’N
000˚ 47.333’E
is out of the water for maintenance. We will advise when it is back on station.
NtM no.6 of 2019 – Friday 8th March 2019
Shoeburyness MOD Range
INFORMATION
Unusual Activity Alert: Wednesday 13 & Thursday 14 March 2019
On Wednesday 13 and Thursday 14 March 2019, from approximately 09:00hrs, QinetiQ will be carrying out activities at the Shoeburyness Range on behalf of the MOD, which may be visible in the vicinity of the Thames Estuary.
The activity involves the use of airborne munitions which are designed to illuminate large areas and therefore, members of the public may report repeated observation of distress signals/flares or similar up to 3km out to sea.
All activity on the Range is conducted in a strictly controlled environment and presents no danger to the public. This work, as with the vast majority of work undertaken on the site, is subject to suitable acoustic forecasts and tide times, which are governed by weather conditions on the day. Consequently, the date of the activity may be subject to change. If members of the public are concerned by Range activity, they can call the freephone Careline on 0800 0560108.
Captain Susan Harrison MNM
Harbour Master
8th March 2019
NtM no.5 of 2019 – Wednesday 6th March 2019
River Crouch – PLA Survey Works
INFORMATION
Due to adverse weather conditions survey work as described in CHA Notice to Mariners No 4 of 2019 has been delayed and is now expected to commence on Friday 8th March.
Following a close quarter incident on the River Blackwater between the Survey Vessel ‘MAPLIN’ and a yacht we have been requested to remind mariners as follows:
During survey operations the vessel ‘MAPLIN’ will deploy subsurface towed equipment up to 200m astern which will be marked with a tail buoy.
Whilst engaged in surveying the vessel:
Will be restricted on its ability to manoeuvre
Will display lights and shapes in accordance with International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea [COLREGS] 1972 (as amended) Rule 27b
Will maintain a listening watch on VHF Channels 16 and 11
All vessels are to proceed with caution whilst navigating in the vicinity of the Survey Vessel, pass at a safe distance and not impede her progress in any manner.
Your full co-operation in this matter will be appreciated.
NtM no.5 of 2019 – Wednesday 6th March 2019
River Crouch – PLA Survey Works
INFORMATION
Due to adverse weather conditions survey work as described in CHA Notice to Mariners No 4 of 2019 has been delayed and is now expected to commence on Friday 8th March.
Following a close quarter incident on the River Blackwater between the Survey Vessel ‘MAPLIN’ and a yacht we have been requested to remind mariners as follows:
During survey operations the vessel ‘MAPLIN’ will deploy subsurface towed equipment up to 200m astern which will be marked with a tail buoy.
Whilst engaged in surveying the vessel:
•Will be restricted on its ability to manoeuvre
•Will display lights and shapes in accordance with International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea [COLREGS] 1972 (as amended) Rule 27b
•Will maintain a listening watch on VHF Channels 16 and 11
All vessels are to proceed with caution whilst navigating in the vicinity of the Survey Vessel, pass at a safe distance and not impede her progress in any manner.
Your full co-operation in this matter will be appreciated.
NtM no.4 of 2019 – Tuesday 26th February 2019
River Crouch – PLA Survey Works
INFORMATION
Mariners are advised that survey works will commence on the river Crouch on Friday 1st March 2019.
The survey will be carried out by PLA Survey Vessel MAPLIN which will maintain a listening watch on VHF channels 11 and 16.
NtM no.3 of 2019 – Thursday 21st February 2019
Barton Hall No 3 Lighted Buoy River Roach
NAVIGATION
Mariners are advised that Barton Hall No 3 Lighted Buoy in position:
51˚ 34.924’N
000˚ 45.886’E
is out of the water for maintenance. We will advise when it is back on station.
NtM no.1 of 2019 – Friday 4th January 2019
Notice to Mariners Remaining in Force as at 1st January 2019
INFORMATION
Notice to Mariners Remaining in Force as at 1st January 2019
Please be advised that the following Notice to Mariners remain in force:
No: 2 of 2015 Ship Generated Waste Notification
No: 25 of 2016 Paglesham Reach, River Roach
No: 35 of 2016 River Roach – Paglesham Boatyard
No: 17 of 2017 Buxey Edge Obstruction
No: 18 of 2017 Essex Marina – Excessive Wash
No: 41 of 2017 Power Cables – River Roach, Paglesham Creek
No: 11 of 2018 COLREGS Rule 9 Narrow Channels
No. 38 of 2018 Dredging Operations River Crouch – Burnham Yacht Harbour Marina
All other Notices to Mariners are hereby cancelled.
Please refer to the Ports Website www.crouchharbour.org.uk for details of Notices.
NtM no.35 of 2016 – Friday 4th November 2016
River Roach – Paglesham Boatyard
INFORMATION
Mariners are reminded that the Paglesham Boatyard Pontoon is privately owned and not available for vessels to moor on.
The slipway and afloat moorings are also closed to visitors until further notice.