To help inform, inspire and make your boating better, we’ve put together a collection of stories and useful articles.
If you want to know what the heart and soul of our club feels like and why our members have chosen us, you’re in the right place.
Jacquetta Edmonds was running into choppy waters sailing with her husband, but now she’s a more confident, independent sailor who enjoys getting out on the water with new friends (and occasionally her husband).
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Bembridge, on the Isle of Wight, offers stunning beaches and an array of things to do on and around the water. Whether a quick lunch stop or staying for a couple of days, it’s one of our favourite trips.
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“Silence – except for the gentle clanging of rope on the mast. Heading up on deck, still befuddled by sleep, it felt like we had entered another world. A paradise with blue water, rugged cliffs and not a soul in sight.”
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Even in the peak of summer, the secluded little cove of Ponsence remains a tranquil and idyllic anchorage. Hidden away on the remote banks of the Helford estuary, it’s a quiet and sheltered spot to spend a few days relaxing at one with nature
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“We had set off from Hamble on a beautiful evening with calm seas and light winds initially. An expectant excitement was noticeable amongst the crew before we hoisted the sails and settled into our rhythm.”
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For such a pretty spot, the sailing village of Seaview seems to slip under the radar of many Solent boaters, but for those in the know, this historic gem makes for a charming daytime mooring or even overnight in settled conditions.
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“Our children are at the age where they are increasingly independent. When you can share a common experience, adventure, or interest with them, it’s very special..”
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The Solent is the mecca of UK boating and offers beautiful beaches, quaint harbours and historic nautical towns. Running West to East, this guide covers both bustling harbours and quiet anchorages .
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Even for seasoned skippers, a day on the water can throw up a new challenge, and until you’ve had to deal with a tangled anchor or unexpected bad weather, it can be tough to get beyond the theory.
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This guide takes a detailed look at the tidal curve of the river Hamble and how to plan your boating/marina handling to avoid the strongest streams and utilise the frequent windows of slack water.
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In it’s purest form, sailing is a highly sustainable activity but serious environmental issues persist within marine construction. Whilst there is progress in manufacturing processes and materials, will it make enough difference or is it just ‘greenwashing’?
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