In a quiet corner of Brighton marina the Sparkman & Stephens 34, Morning Cloud, draws a crowd of onlookers. She, the first of a string of successful race boats by that name, owned by former British Prime Minister Ted Heath.
Now known as Morning Glory and seeking a new custodian. Her lines purposeful. Her pedigree illustrious. Her future uncertain.
Through a wild night and a rain soaked morning, the wind howls and waves clamber high. From time to time overtopping the tall concrete caisons. Which form this wholly man-made harbour
Whilst conditions within are remarkably calm, the visitor pontoon is the nearest to the entrance and within reach of spume blown over the walls. Which renders it an uneasy berth.Much like the situation in Le Havre, where Stargazer found herself weatherbound this time last year.
Life aboard has temporarily taken on a five degree list to starboard. All fenders are deployed, to defend Stargazer's topsides. Moaning and groaning at the pressure which they must bear.
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