Lee Shelter

Abstract

PERHAPS it is worth noting that a lee shelter is almost as effectual as a screen to the windward. The fact may be quite well known and understood; but I did not become aware of it till I was on Bognor Pier, when a strong gale was blowing directly on the broadside. There are seats backed and covered overhead and on the sides, alternately, on the one or other side of the pier, and on this occasion all the seats to the windward were occupied, so that, wanting a rest, I had to put up with one of those directly facing the gale. I naturally expected to have it strong in my face; but, on the contrary, I found I had almost as perfect a shelter from the wind as if I had been on the other side.