Nancy Blackett is now in Lowestoft, having left Vlissingen early on Thursday morning (27th July) to avoid the worst of the forecast winds.

Unfortunately the engine kept stopping and then stayed stopped, so she was towed into Lowestoft by Lifeboat.

Fuel problems are suspected, most likely a fuel feed issue, and there is talk of bleeding the system. However, at least they are all safe before the worst of the gales come in.

Three years ago next month, Nancy Blackett was in Lowestoft in somewhat different conditions.

Additional reporting by Peter Willis and John Smith. Header photo: Nancy Blackett in Lowestoft. Photo: Roger Sturge.