About us
My name is Bruce Markham and I am the owner and skipper of Silver Gannet.
I am a qualified Yachtmaster Offshore commercial skipper.
Silver Gannet is a Rodman 1250 Sports Cruiser fitted with twin Volvo TAMD 74 engines, each rated at 430 HP and offering cruising speeds of 20+ knots.
Silver Gannet fully complies with the Maritime and Coastguard Agencies Code of Practice for Small Commercial , CAT-2, and can operate up to 60NM from a safe haven; ideal for both inshore and offshore trips.
She is licensed for up to 10 passengers and 2 crew.
Silver Gannet can be used for recreational deep sea fishing inshore, offshore, sports fishing, corporate charters/team building days, sightseeing, birdwatching, fun family days afloat, day trips to Lymington and Isle of Wight, offshore wreck fishing trips, sensitive ashes scattering, firework shows and the Bournemouth Airshow.
Silver Gannet Has Lots to Offer!
Fishing Trips
Onboard Silver Gannet you will always be able to meet your fellow fishermen, friend and family to enjoy their company for a great day at sea!
Corporate Charter
Charter Silver Gannet for a corporate & Team building days out
Family Days
Enjoy a day out along the Dorset Coast sightseeing or just a fun day afloat.
Trips
Besides local inshore fishing trips for Plaice and Bream, we also go mid-channel wrecking as well as cruising down the the Shambles specifically targeting Turbot and Brill.
Our team
Bruce Markham
Fishing is Not Just a Pastime, But a Whole Lifestyle
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