The Hamoaze is the estuary of the tidal Tamar, Tavy and St Germans (or Lynher) rivers. It passes Devonport Docks, and the tide can run very fast here, especially through the Narrows into Plymouth Sound. The presence of naval craft presents hazards to small craft. The Sound itself is a very large expanse of sea, only partially protected by the off-shore Plymouth Breakwater, and should be treated as open sea. Advice about the Hamoaze and Plymouth Sound can be sought from several Canoe Clubs in and around Plymouth.
B.C.U. Local Access Officer
Peter Crago