Pure Latitude

Sailing social - Southampton Water explorer
2023-02-18 09:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Hanse 388 ‘Pure Release’, Port Hamble Marina, United Kingdom
Rug up warm for the first social sail of the year with likeminded members. No experience is required to join our Winter Explorer skippered by one of our RYA Instructors. We will head up Southampton Water to Ocean Village Marina for a winter lunch on shore with the crew.
The day starts at 9am at Port Hamble, returning at 5pm. Lunch at Ocean Village Marina, Southampton (at your cost).

Sailing social - Wootton Creek
2023-03-11 09:00 - 17:00 | Hanse 388 ‘Pure Release’, Port Hamble Marina, United Kingdom
Whether you are looking to expand your sailing network, familiarise yourself with the cruising area, develop confidence or just enjoy some social sailing, this is sure to be a fun day out with likeminded members.
Come and enjoy this skippered boat trip or book a boat and follow. Enjoy a sail across to Wootton Creek.
The Day:
Enjoy a sail with lunch at the Royal Victoria Yacht club. (Not included in cost)
The itinerary (subject to change):
Meet at 09:00am, Off dock by 09:30 for boating and lunch. Returning by 4pm.
Please note:
Please do email info@purelatitude.com to let us know if you have booked a boat to follow.
We look forward to having many of you join us!

Social Boating - Discover Lymington
2023-04-14 09:00 - 17:00 | Lymington Yacht Haven, Lymington Yacht Haven, NH, SO41 3QD
Come and discover our expanding Lymington fleet with a members’ social trip. This is a skippered multi-boat trip, great for getting familiar with Lymington Yacht Haven, enjoying a sail across to the needles whilst expanding your crewing opportunities.
The Day:
Relaxed morning meet at The Haven in the snug area (located opposite the bar) where you can purchase tea, coffee and even a bacon roll followed by seeing the marina and facilities. Enjoy a sail across to the Needles, with lunch at anchor (please bring your own), returning for post-boating drinks back at the Haven.
The itinerary (subject to change):
Meet at 09:00am, Off dock by 10:00/10:30 for boating and lunch. Returning for drinks by 5pm.
Please note:
Please do email info@purelatitude.com to let us know if you would prefer sail or motor, we will do our best to accommodate your request.
Please be aware this event is from Lymington Yacht Haven.
Don’t forget to bring your own lunch
We look forward to having many of you join us!

Social boating - Beaulieu bash from Hamble
2023-04-22 09:00 - 17:00 | Port Hamble Marina, SO31 4NN
The ‘Beaulieu Bash’ is ideal for motorboaters and sailors alike. Join a Pure Latitude skippered boat for a sociable spring sail to the beautiful Beaulieu River for a picnic. It’s set to be a fun day out and a great opportunity to meet other members.
Please bring a picnic and picnic blanket with you.
The day starts at 9am at Port Hamble, returning by 5pm.
Once booked:
Please email info@purelatitude.com to confirm if you would like to be on a sailing or motorboat.
We look forward to having many of you join us!

Social boating - Beaulieu bash from Lymington
2023-04-22 09:00 - 17:00
Join a Pure Latitude skippered boat for a sociable spring sail to the beautiful Beaulieu River for a picnic. It’s set to be a fun day out and a great opportunity to meet other members. In Beulieu we will be meeting other PL boats from Hamble.
Please bring a picnic and picnic blanket with you.
The day starts at 9am returning by 5pm.
Once booked:
We look forward to having many of you join us!

Adventure sailing - Channel Island dash
2023-04-27 19:00 - 2023-04-30 17:00 | Jeanneau 389 ‘Pure Pressure’, Port Hamble Marina, SO31 4QD, United Kingdom
This 3 day dash to Alderney is all about the sailing – ideal if you’re looking to build experience and log qualifying passages towards more advanced RYA qualifications. There won’t be much downtime, as we’ve got some miles to cover, but with a bit luck you’ll get to enjoy dinner in Alderney on the Friday evening!
Private double cabin: 80 points – The price is for a private double cabin (for up to 2 occupants).
Single berth in Saloon: 55 points
Included: Fuel, engine hours, marina fees & skipper
Not included: Travel to and from the boat, provisions, personal insurance.
Payment terms – Invoice or Points will be deducted at the time of booking.

Sailing social - Bembridge crab run
2023-05-06 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-06-08 09:00 - 17:00 | Hanse 388 ‘Pure Release’, Port Hamble Marina, United Kingdom
Join other Pure Latitude members for the annual Bembridge Crab Run. Enjoy a morning of sailing across the Eastern Solent to Bembridge for a lunch of beautiful fresh, local dressed crabs at The Best Dressed Crab. The day starts at 9am at Port Hamble, returning by 5pm.
Lunch is not included in the cost.

Adventure sailing – Channel Islands cruise
2023-05-09 12:00 - 2023-05-14 17:00 | Jeanneau 389 ‘Pure Pressure’, Port Hamble Marina, SO31 4QD, United Kingdom
Miles of stunning coastline with unspoilt beaches and picturesque harbours make the Channel Islands an unforgettable boating destination. Ashore, the rich history, charming mix of cultures and exceptional cuisine add another dimension to any visit. This is a fantastic opportunity to join us and other members to cross the English Channel either by sail or motor to build your navigation experience and passage planning in strong tidal conditions as you explore these idyllic islands.
Cabins are available on our Pure Latitude skippered sailing boat.
We also encourage members to make their own private bookings on sail or motor boats in the normal way and join the event with their own crew.
The plans for this trip are highly weather dependent so a precise itinerary will be decided closer to the time but expect to depart Hamble by 7pm on Tuesday 9th May and return by 5pm on Sunday 14th May.
Members:
Private double cabin: 80 points – The price is for a private double cabin (for up to 2 occupants).
Single berth in Saloon: 55 points
Included: Fuel, engine hours, marina fees & skipper
Not included: Travel to and from the boat, provisions, personal insurance.
Payment terms – Invoice or Points will be deducted at the time of booking.

Sailing social
2023-06-02 09:00 - 17:00, 2023-09-16 09:00 - 17:00 | Hanse 388 ‘Pure Release’, Port Hamble Marina, United Kingdom
No experience is needed to sign up for this informal sailing day, led by one of our RYA instructors. Whether you are looking to expand your sailing network, familiarise yourself with the cruising area, develop confidence or just enjoy some social sailing, this is sure to be a fun day out with likeminded members. The day starts at 9am at Port Hamble, returning by 5pm. Lunch will be on board (please bring your own lunch).

Adventure Sail - Go West from Lymington
2023-06-10 08:00 - 2023-06-11 17:00
This two-day adventure is not just about the sailing as it also offers a chance to explore the spectacular sights of the West Solent.
We’ll depart Lymington early on Saturday morning to head West out of the Solent past Hurst Castle and to the landmark sight of the Needles.
Heading back into the Solent for the afternoon, we will overnight on the Isle of Wight, visiting some West Solent locations before returning to Lymington on Sunday evening.
The price is for a private double cabin (for up to 2 occupants).

Member summer social - Sail and motor
2023-07-08 09:00 - 17:00 | Assigned on the day, Port Hamble Marina, United Kingdom
If you only make one event this year, make it our summer social – a day of boating and meeting other members.
No experience is needed. Boats will be skippered so you can relax, race and have a fun day out. Feel free to bring guests.
The day:
– Relaxed morning meet
– Briefing prior to casting off
– Fun sailing race from just outside Hamble to Osbourne Bay
– Motor boats follow same course but stop for lunch at anchor (sailors have to lunch on the go)
– Return to dock for drinks / social at Banana Wharf
It’s a brilliant day to expand your boating network and crewing opportunities, whilst learning and sharing tips and experiences. Familiarise yourself with the cruising area and enjoy a day of social sailing or motoring.
The day starts at 9am at Port Hamble, returning by 5pm. Lunch will be on board (please bring your own lunch).
Once booked:
Please email info@purelatitude.com to confirm if you would like to be on a sailing or motor boat.
We look forward to having many of you join us!

Sailing social - Studland explorer
2023-07-22 09:00 - 2023-07-23 17:00 | Jeanneau 389 ‘Pure Pressure’, Port Hamble Marina, SO31 4QD, United Kingdom
Point the bow West and pay a visit to the stunning sandy beaches of Studland Bay, Dorset. The bay itself offers a wonderful natural anchorage (avoiding the voluntary no anchor zone) and should the weather be unsuitable to anchor overnight, it’s just a short hop to the relative metropolis of Poole harbour. This two day cruising block is an ideal opportunity to build experience beyond the Solent in preparation for your own future voyages and to enjoy a relaxed sail with the guidance of a Pure Latitude instructor.
The price is for a private double cabin (for up to 2 occupants).

Pure Latitude Flotilla to the Sporades, Greece
2023-09-23 07:00 - 2023-09-30 17:00
Get away from it all on our one week Pure Latitude Sporades Flotilla from 23rd to 30th September 2023. Fly from Gatwick to Volos to meet your boat in Volos Port.
Volos lies at the northern tip of the Pagasitikos Gulf, a lake-like stretch of water just 13 Nautical miles across. The south side of the gulf is the gateway to the Aegean Sea and the nearby Sporades islands. Explore as a group or venture into the blue for some peace and quiet, meeting up for social meals at local tavernas.
A Pure Latitude lead boat will be in the fleet to guide as little or as much as needed.
Boat prices (yachts 35 – 43ft) range from €2600 – €3900.
A group discount will be available once we confirm numbers.
Members will need to organise travel to Volos (EasyJet).
Interest in this trip must be registered by 22 January.
Email info@purelatitude.com to find out more.

Sailing social - West Solent explorer
2023-09-23 08:00 - 2023-09-24 17:00 | Jeanneau 389 ‘Pure Pressure’, Port Hamble Marina, SO31 4QD, United Kingdom
An enjoyable way to explore the Western Solent whilst benefiting from the top tips and guidance of a PL instructor. This 2-day trip will visit some of the best sailing destinations on both the island and mainland sides of the Solent.
You’ll stay on the boat overnight, either in Lymington or Yarmouth Marina. The itinerary will be determined by the weather forecast, but expect to visit some of the following destinations:
Beaulieu River
The beautiful unspoilt Beaulieu river owned by Lord Montague is one of the few privately owned rivers in the world. Options include dropping anchor or picking up a buoy in the tranquil river or a visit to Bucklers Hard where Nelson’s Trafalgar fleet were built.
Lymington
Further to the west in the New Forest is the busy Georgian town and yachting mecca of Lymington set at the top of the Lymington river estuary.
Yarmouth
Just across the water from Lymington on the Isle of Wight is the wonderfully quirky and historic port of Yarmouth, with its Tudor castle built by Henry VIII, seafaring traditions and welcoming hostelries.
Newtown Creek
Just along the coast from Yarmouth and perfect for a lunch stop is Newtown Creek. Once a busy medieval harbour, but now a tranquil National Trust nature reserve, home to many species including a growing pod of seals.
The price is for a private double cabin (for up to 2 occupants).

Sailing social
2023-10-07 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-01-20 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-19 09:00 - 17:00 | Hanse 388 ‘Pure Release’, Port Hamble Marina, United Kingdom
No experience is needed to sign up for this informal sailing day, led by one of our RYA instructors. Whether you are looking to expand your sailing network, familiarise yourself with the cruising area, develop confidence or just enjoy some social sailing, this is sure to be a fun day out with likeminded members.
The day starts at 9am at Port Hamble, returning by 5pm. Lunch will be on board, or at anchor (please bring your own lunch).

Social boating - The Non Folly Jolly
2023-10-21 10:00 - 16:00 | Assigned on the day, Port Hamble Marina, United Kingdom
The Non Folly Jolly!
Don’t miss joining fellow club members and the Pure Latitude Team on our annual autumn trip. Historically this has taken place at the Folly inn however due to such a successful trip last year to the Island Sailing Club, Cowes. We have decided to head there again.
It’s always good to reminisce over the trips had, the memories made and the lessons learned along with meeting new people.
The day:
– Meet by the boat at 09:30, for departure at 10:00.
– Sail or Motor over to the Island Sailing Club, Cowes
– Lunch (at your cost)
– Sail or Motor back across to Hamble
– Return by 4pm
Once booked:
Please email info@purelatitude.com to confirm if you would like to be on a sailing or motor boat.
We look forward to having many of you join us!

Sailing social - Winter warmer
2023-11-25 09:00 - 17:00 | Hanse 388 ‘Pure Release’, Port Hamble Marina, United Kingdom
Rug up warm for the first social sail of low season. No experience is required to join our Winter Warmer skippered by one of our RYA Instructors. Head out to the Solent for a day of sailing with likeminded members.
The day starts at 9am at Port Hamble, returning by 5pm. Lunch will be on board (please bring your own lunch).

Pure Latitude Ski Trip
2024-01-26 - 2024-02-02 | Val D’Isere
Join the trip to Val d ‘Isere. Val is an excellent all round resort with plenty of variety to cater for all ski abilities, from beginner to guided off-piste. Join Martin for the full week or a just a few days.
Rather than tie everyone into one large group staying together, we prefer to be more flexible and ask that you book your preferred style of accommodation, travel and indeed trip duration from the extensive range of options available. We’ll meet at 09.30 every day, usually at the Olympic lift, and make route choices dependent on conditions (bring your charts!) We’ll also meet after skiing and for some evening meals out. Please let us know if you are interested and we’ll co-ordinate, put people in touch and share ideas.
Please email info@purelatitude.com for further details.

Sailing Social from Lymington
2024-02-17 09:00 - 17:00 | Hanse 348 ‘Pure Momentum’, Port Hamble, United Kingdom
No experience is needed to sign up for this informal sailing day, led by one of our RYA instructors. Whether you are looking to expand your sailing network, familiarise yourself with the cruising area, develop confidence or just enjoy some social sailing, this is sure to be a fun day out with likeminded members.
The day starts at 9am at Lymington, returning by 5pm. Lunch will be on board, or at anchor (please bring your own lunch).

Sailing social (Wootton Creek)
2024-02-25 09:00 - 17:00 | Hanse 388 ‘Pure Release’, Port Hamble Marina, United Kingdom

Social Boating - Beaulieu Bash
2024-04-13 09:00 - 17:00 | Port Hamble Marina, SO31 4NN
The ‘Beaulieu Bash’ is ideal for motorboaters and sailors alike. Join a Pure Latitude skippered boat for a sociable spring sail heading to Gin’s Farm Clubhouse which is situated overlooking the beautiful Beaulieu river. It’s set to be a fun day out and a great opportunity to meet other members.
The day: (Subject to change)
– Meet by the boat at 09:30, for departure at 10:00.
– Sail over
– Lunch at 1pm (at your cost)
– Sail or Motor back across to Hamble
– Return to Hamble for around 5pm
Once booked:
Please email info@purelatitude.com to confirm if you would like to be on a sailing or motor boat.
We will require a pre order prior to this event.
We look forward to having many of you join us!

Adventure sailing – Channel Islands Flotilla
2024-05-15 19:00 - 2024-05-19 17:00 | X-Yacht 37 ‘Pure Attitude’, Port Hamble Marina, United Kingdom
Book the Channel Island Flotilla, this is a fantastic opportunity allowing you to enjoy relaxed cruising under the guidance of our lead yacht.
Join us onboard or make your own private boat booking to follow the lead boat across the English Channel either by sail or motor to explore these idyllic islands.
Miles of stunning coastline with unspoilt beaches and picturesque harbours make the Channel Islands an unforgettable boating destination. Ashore, the rich history, charming mix of cultures and exceptional cuisine add another dimension to any visit. The plans for this trip are highly weather dependent so a precise itinerary will be decided closer to the time but expect to depart Hamble by 7pm on Wednesday 15th May and return by 5pm on Sunday 19th May.
Accommodation onboard Pure Attitude:
Cabins are available on our Pure Latitude skippered sailing boat.
Private double cabin: 85 points – The price is for a private double cabin (for up to 2 occupants).
Accommodation onboard Issamella II:
Cabins are available on our second Pure Latitude skippered sailing boat.
Private cabin: Single Occupancy is 105 points or £1,575. Double Occupancy is 140 points or £2100
Booking a boat:
To follow the lead boat, book a boat following normal procedure and register below. Email Info@purelatitude.com to confirm the boat you have booked.
Please note Pure Ambition and Pure Drive are not able to be used for this trip.
Please note:
Fuel, engine hours, Marina fees and skipper included in bookings on lead boat.
Travel to and from the boat, provisions and personal insurance are not included.
Payment terms – Invoice or Points will be deducted at the time of booking.

Adventure sailing – J/45 to Honfleur
2024-05-29 19:00 - 2024-06-02 17:00 | J45 ‘Stickleback’, Port Hamble Marina, Satchell Lane, Hamble le Rice, SO31 4QD, United Kingdom
Fancy blasting across the channel on the J/45 ‘Stickleback’ to the beautiful French harbour of Honfleur? This is going to be a very special trip with a likely mileage in excess of 250 nautical miles.
This stunning 2022 J-45 is quite some boat, and she is available through Pure Latitude for this trip as she is owned by an ex-club member. She’s a superlative performer that is everything a cruiser/racer should be; easily handled, impeccably behaved, beautifully comfortable down below and, perhaps most importantly of all, impressively quick. The price tag on a new J/45 comes in upwards of £700,000, so this is a very special opportunity to sail onboard this beautiful boat.
And the destination won’t disappoint either! Nestling in the Normandy estuary where the Seine meets the English channel, harbours don’t come any prettier than Honfleur. Colourful half-timbered houses jostle for position on the quay, along with art galleries and restaurants serving delicious seafood. It’s a gem to visit and always extra fun on a boat. If time and weather permit, the itinerary may also include a stop in Fecamp.
Accommodation onboard ‘Stickleback’:
Private double cabin: £1800 for 1 person. £900 for a 2nd person in the cabin ie. £2700 for a couple.
Please note:
All ancillary costs (mooring, food onboard and ashore) to be covered by crew.
Payment terms – By invoice at the time of booking.

Sailing social (Multi day experience builder)
2024-06-12 09:00 - 2024-06-13 17:00 | Jeanneau 389 ‘Pure Pressure’, Port Hamble Marina, SO31 4QD, United Kingdom
No experience is needed to sign up for two days of informal sailing day, led by one of our RYA instructors. Ideal for those looking to build experience outside of the training enviroment. Whether you are looking to expand your sailing network, familiarise yourself with the cruising area, develop confidence or just enjoy some social sailing, this is sure to be a fun few days with likeminded members.

Sailing Social - Catamaran
2024-09-08 09:00 - 17:00 | Fontaine Pajot 36 ‘Issamella II’, Port Hamble Marina, Satchell Lane, Hamble le Rice, SO31 4QD, United Kingdom

Social boating - The Folly Jolly
2024-11-16 09:30 - 16:00 | Assigned on the day, Port Hamble Marina, United Kingdom
The Folly Jolly!
Don’t miss joining fellow club members and the Pure Latitude Team on our annual autumn trip. The last couple of years the venue has been different but we are pleased to say we are heading back to the Folly.
It’s always good to reminisce over the trips had, the memories made and the lessons learned along with meeting new people.
The day:
– Meet by the boat at 09:30, for departure at 10:00.
– Sail or Motor over to the Folly Inn
– Lunch (at your cost)
– Sail or Motor back across to Hamble
– Return by 4pm
Once booked:
Please email info@purelatitude.com to confirm if you would like to be on a sailing or motor boat.
We look forward to having many of you join us!
