RTYC Farewell 29th April 2017

Thank you very much to all who came to the 'Farewell' do at Royal Temple Yacht Club.
Both Julia and I were so happy to see so many friends and family. Ready to make sure Lunar Sea leaves especially the Cruising Class at Ramsgate week!
Many thanks to all the bar staff - brilliant.
Thank you for all the advice and tip bits. I shall endeavour to remember the one about turning left out of Ramsgate (or was it right?)

We will have a wonderful adventure.

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