Solent sailing areaThe Solent and Isle of Wight is one of the premier yachting and cruising areas in the world and has many beautiful locations with many harbours, marinas, rivers, creeks and beaches to explore, including Cowes, Yarmouth, Lymington, Beaulieu River, Newtown River, Hamble River and Portsmouth Harbour. Just outside of the Solent are other great cruising locations, including Chichester Harbour to the East and Poole Harbour to the West. The Isle of WightThe Isle of Wight is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing break, at any time of the year. It is a stunning Island with un-spoilt scenery and a wealth of fascinating attractions. Isle of Wight sailing.CowesBest known as the world's premier yachting centre, Cowes is the Island's main port with a natural harbour at the mouth of the Medina River. Yachtsmen from all over the world participate in the season's prestigious sailing events, of which the best known is Cowes Week. YarmouthYarmouth on the Isle of Wight, is a picturesque fishing, ferry and yachting port widely regarded as one of the jewels of the South Coast. The deepwater harbour retains its old world aura.Central and Western SolentBeaulieu - Bucklers HardEveryone has heard of the Motor Museum at Beaulieu but few will have seen just how beautiful the river is leading from the Solent, past Buckler’s Hard and ending up at Palace House. A nature reserve teeming with birds greets you as you enter the river.
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River HambleSecond only to Cowes in terms of importance, the Hamble River is home to many thousands of yachts moored at various marinas and on piles. A delightful and picturesque river, there are a number of places to moor. Ocean Village (Southampton)Ocean Village is situated in the shelter of Southampton water and right in the heart of Southampton. It is surrounded by a wealth of shops, restaurants, bars and cinemas offering outstanding recreational facilities. LymingtonLymington is an attractive old market town situated at the western end of the Solent, just three miles from the Needles Channel. It is well sheltered and accessible at all states of the tide, proving a popular destination.Eastern Solent CruisingChichester HarbourChichester Harbour lies west of Chichester, with an entrance from the English Channel between Selsey and Hayling Island. It comprises an area of some twenty-seven square miles of navigable water and provides some of the most rewarding scenery in the south of England. Chichester harour. Portsmouth A city surrounded by the sea, Portsmouth's history is strongly linked with the Royal Navy. The city houses some superb military and maritime museums including Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, the D-Day Museum Portsmouth
Port SolentPort Solent in Portsmouth is one of the South Coast’s leading leisure attractions where you can stroll along the marina, browse amongst the individual shops on The Boardwalk, or just relax.Gosport / Haslar (Portsmouth Harbour)Immediately inside Portsmouth Harbour and with easy access of The Solent lies Haslar Marina.Charter area west of the SolentPooleBeing the second largest natural harbour in the world, Poole offers endless possibilities for sailing enthusiasts. Whether you are after a lively night on the quay or a quiet night at anchor, you are bound to find the perfect spot. |

