West Country Cruising Companion

The go-to West Country pilot guide since 1988, now updated for its tenth edition. Comprehensive pilotage and nautical information are complimented by port details and local knowledge as well as Mark Fishwick's passion for the region. Illustrated throughout with updated charts and stunning photography, including many aerial shots.

Born in Exeter and bought up on the River Exe, Mark Fishwick began sailing at an early age and explored the rivers, creeks and harbours of the West Country in his parents' sloop. He moved to Cornwall in 1973 and since then has enjoyed a varied nautical life encompassing commercial fishing, charter skippering in the West Indies, yacht delivery, boatyard work, writing, photography and just occasionally sailing for fun! He was the editor of Reeds Nautical Almanac for many years.