Captain Nick Bates
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HELLO & WELCOME

Nick comes from a very traditional sea faring family.  His father spent most of his adult life at sea and his grandfather on his mothers side was a traditional sailing ship Master. Brought up in the small fishing village of Ardglass Nick stepped onto his first command at the tender age of 11 when, and much against his Fathers wishes he purchased a 10 foot rowing boat.  Continue reading…

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If you ever sailed with Captain Nick you will know of the many stories he would regal to passengers and crew during his noon broadcasts, all of course in the name of his dear friend "Patrick O'Haughnessy." Below are just few of 
his daily quotes:

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WITH A PINCH OF SALT
A book by Captain Nick

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With a Pinch of Salt, written by Captain Nick, is a delightful 122 page book giving the origin, in his own unique way, of many every day expressions that have stemed from our nautical heritage   Interspersed are a few takes from his 45 years at sea.   The book has many beautiful illustrations which all help to make this an ideal gift for the weekend sailor, the serious mariner or just a lover of fun and unusual stories.

Available at Amazon or purchase a signed and dedicated copy by completing the PayPal form below.

Cost:  £7.50 + £1.50 P&P (postage to the USA £5.00)


See what people have been saying about Captain Nick:

" Getting the balance right between wit, humour and relevant content is of  central importance. Nick executed this perfectly and testament to this is the outstanding score given by guests in the post-event evaluation - 90% rated him as excellent which is the highest we have ever had for a speaker  in the history of the event."
David Cochrane 
Chief Executive,  Hospitality Industry Trust Scotland
"  You certainly had the room enthralled with the stories of your life as an Officer and Captain. It was also inspirational when you mentioned that you had followed your ‘bliss’ to do something that you enjoyed which obviously led onto a most rewarding and fulfilling career.  Ian and I have both enjoyed reading your book and I hope your kind gift of a copy for our next raffle will help to raise more for funds for the order."
Vivienne
St John
The link below will lead you to the latest interview with Stephen Jardine for BBC Radio Scotland https://youtu.be/7xr2QQJ4_G0


Nick is also an accomplished artist. Some of his work is on display on this web site see Art Page
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