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• Elan 344 - Lenora
• Bavaria 36 - Hayley Louise
• Bavaria 36 - No Optimist
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• Bavaria 39C - Summer Breeze
• Bavaria 47 - Southpoint II
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• Prestige 46 - Kings Ransom
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• Targa 56 - Explorer
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Solent Yacht Charter has a great range of boats for you to charter in 2024, take a look at our bareboat charter fleet. Pick from the fabulous  Beneteau 31 above packed with features to our 39ft Bavaria Summer Breeze and many in between.  Solent Yacht Charter, established for 28 years,   provides Bareboat, Corporate and Skippered Yacht Charter based in Haslar Marina, Portsmouth Harbour.

The Solent is one of the most famous sailing areas in the world and offers many options for beautiful sailing destinations both on the South Coast mainland and the Isle of Wight. This fabulous sailing area not only has a unique collection of beautiful harbours and bays to explore but also offers interesting sailing challenges to suit both beginners and the most seasoned of sailors.  And, with a busy racing and events programme you have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the premier sailing scene.

Popular cruising destinations include the yachting capital of the UK – Cowes on the River Medina,  the famous River Hamble, the idyllic Beaulieu River, and many more. Some of our charterers prefer to head East, to the less busy Langstone and Chichester Harbours, or why not take an extended break and cruise to Poole or Dartmouth?  No waiting for the tidal gate at The Needles if you are looking to go even further across The Channel to France or the Channel Islands, just sail out of Portsmouth Harbour and head south round the back of the Isle of Wight.

With our knowledge and experience, we can help you match the best boat and itinerary to your perfect sailing adventure!  You can be assured to experience a friendly, honest and fun approach to boating!

Nordic Mist - Jeanneau 36i

Snark - Sunseeker Predator 60

Kings Ransom - Prestige 46

No Optimist - Bavaria 36

Hayley Louise - Bavaria 36

Nomad 1 - Jeanneau SF37

Menai III - Jeanneau SF37

Southpoint II - Bavaria 47

Hurricane - Sun Odyssey 44i

Lenora - Elan 344

Summer Breeze - Bavaria 39C

Holly Blue - Beneteau Oceanis 31

Explorer - Targa 56

Seraphim - Jeanneau SO37

Grand Cru - Bavaria 54

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Firstaway Yacht Charter Solent

Get away from it all, supporting your passion for sailing.

Bareboat Yacht Charter

Charter a yacht in the Solent , a fantastic cruising area. Gleaming, well maintained yachts and a friendly shoreside team. We are a leading UK boat charter operator.

Skippered Yacht Charter

Charter a yacht with one of our expert skippers or instructors on board. Learn as much or as little as you like. Get fully involved or enjoy the luxury of watching the world go by whilst the skipper takes care of everything.

Choose from a perfect variety of sailing yachts . All lovingly maintained and kept spotlessly clean by our shoreside crew.

Firstaway Yacht Charters Southampton

Firstaway Yacht Charters offers a range of loved and well maintained boats for bareboat and skippered yacht charter from the Solent.

Based in Shamrock Quay Marina in Southampton, with yachts here, and in Town Quay Marina in Southampton and on the River Hamble we are perfectly placed for South Coast and Solent sailing.  Visit places such as Beaulieu in the New Forest, Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight, Cowes - also on the Isle of Wight and perhaps the yachting capital of the World (?), Newtown Creek, Portsmouth Harbour, Bembridge, Wooton Creek plus others.   For cruising further afield there is the West Country, France or the Channel Islands.

In addition to bareboat and skipper charter we team building activities and corporate sailing events, for all levels of sailing experience.

We also have options to book individual berths on boats in yachting races like Round the Island Race and the Rolex Fastnet Race.

We have very close ties with First Class Sailing, an RYA sailing school, so if you want to brush up on things like boat handling skills or you just want to get some more miles as skipper or as crew before your Solent yacht charter then we can help.

More Than Just Solent Yacht Charter

From Sailing Adventures in Norway and racing across the Atlantic, to Boat Handling weekends and Yacht Management. In addition to bareboat charter and skippered charter we have lots of other options to offer on a wide variety of boats.

Sailing Opportunities

Sailing training, sailing adventures, yacht charter management, sailing courses.

If you need to brush up on your boat handling skills, want to get more sailing experience and miles in under the helpful eye of an instructor, need a VHF license or just want to take a sailing course, be it theory or practical, then our sister company First Class Sailing Ltd is the perfect choice to help build your skills and confidence for sailing yachts.

Also based in Shamrock Quay, Southampton they are an RYA Recognised Training Centre.  They run the full range of RYA sailing courses including the shorebased theory courses - Day Skipper Theory Course, Coastal Skipper & Yachtmaster Theory Course and Ocean Yachtmaster Theory course; all the practical courses - Competent Crew, Day Skipper, Coastal Skipper and Yachtmaster Prep; and the full range of 1 day supplementary courses - VHF Radio, Sea Survival, Diesel Engine Maintenance and First Aid.

Solent Sailing

The Solent is a fantastic place to sail.  One could say the Solent stretches from Portsmouth and the forts just south of Portsmouth to the start of the Needles Channel.  Within this area there are numerous places to pull into port and explore, each with something different to offer.  Two big ports, charming market towns, the bustling Hamble River, the beautiful Bucklers Hard up the Beaulieu River in the heart of the New Forest, anchorages positioned to let you watch the world go by.  They are all within a stone's throw (short sail) of each other meaning you can visit several South Coast locations during your charter, making it popular for a day, a yacht weekend or a week. Due to the popularity of sailing on the Solent, many people are searching online for terms such as yacht hire Solent , yacht rental Solent , boat hire Solent , boat rental Solent , and, if you're local, yacht charter near me . There is also a huge variety of craft in the Solent.  It is not uncommon to see high performance racing yachts in Cowes, oil tankers, fishing boats, day boats, sailing school boats, round the world luxury cruising yachts, round the world racing yachts, old gaffers, classic keel boats, kite surfers, windsurfers, big expensive power boats, smaller expensive power boats, sailing dinghies in Gosport, ribs of all shapes and sizes, cruise ships, a hoover craft and high speed ferries.  All within a day.  Yet the Solent does still offer peaceful hideaways to get away from it all. There are few real physical obstructions to boats within the Solent.  There is the odd ledge There is the Bramble Bank just to the north and east of Cowes but that is about it.  There is a shipping channel one must be aware off and local bylaws that one needs to adhere to. Solent tides are interesting, and it is necessary to have a good awareness of what the tide is doing at all times.  Due to the shape of the land and the Isle of Wight the Solent gets 'double highs'. Just beyond the Solent on the South coast there is Poole and Weymouth to the west, Bembridge, Langstone and Chichester Harbours to the East.

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Brilliant Day on the Water

Fantastic days sailing with friends on a wonderful boat. It certainly helped that we had 3 very experienced sailors with us, would highly recommend Firstaway sailing if you want a day on the water in the Solent. - Clive B

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Thanks Sally and Eric for great service and a brilliant day with Firstaway Yacht Charters. Excellent first experience of sailing. Skipper Eric was great and let us all take a turn at the helm. A great way to celebrate special occasions. Boat was clean and well maintained with good facilities too. Would recommend Firstaway to anyone wanting to take a trip sailing. - R & A Jenner

May Bank Holiday Charter of Cascadeur

We were 7 onboard this Jeanneau 12.5 m and while there wasn't much wind, with what little there was we managed 7 kts. Cascadeur is a great charter boat - roomy, clean, well equipped. Eric and Sally were very helpful and clearly know their stuff. - Peter R

Highly recommended

Wonderful people. Sally in particular couldn't have been more helpful. The skippers were professional and experienced, but also good fun and made the whole experience very enjoyable. Thanks all! - Sam N

Day trip with great skipper

Excellent company, with a very well appointed boat (Zara). Nothing was a problem to them, despite me chopping and changing a lot. Our skipper - Gavin - was fantastic. Knowledgable, friendly and great company. I would certainly use this company again. - ASQC

Amazing Trip. Highly Recommended!

I arrived with no expectations and ended up having an amazing time on "Elissa" The Skipper was super friendly and got us involved with the sailing. Overall was a phenomenal experience and I highly recommend to anyone considering!! 5 STARS - Virginia Water

Fantastic Service, Again, Thank You!

Firstaway run a great charter business: their yachts are in very good condition, always well prepared, properly cleaned; nothing is too much trouble; friendly and professional. I have been chartering from Firstaway for nearly 20 years and would always recommend them and never look elsewhere! - Mackeaj

Great experience in Solent with Firstaway

I chartered with Firstaway 3 days a Gib'Sea 37ft yatch. Very well kept and clean. excellent service and assistance, very easy checkin-checkout process. we did some 60 miles chilling around the Solent, Yarmouth harbour was also an excellent experience. highly recommended. - Tommaso M

An exciting day

A beautiful day on the water around the Solent... I was slightly anxious as I don’t have webbed feet but Eric and Sally were great hosts and competent sailors... now looking forward to my next seafaring adventure. - Karen

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For the experienced sailor wanting the freedom to cruise at their own pace, our UK bareboat yacht charter is for you.

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Yacht Care Services / Managed Yacht Charter

We offer one-off yacht care services and annual packages for yacht owners, as well as a choice of Managed Yacht Charter packages to suit you.  

We offer RYA practical sailing courses, theory courses, and other sailing tuition, sailing on one of the comfortable boats from our fleet or private tuition on your own yacht.

Hamble Point Yacht Charters offers an unrivalled selection of superb sailing yachts and motor boats for bareboat or skippered charter in the Solent.  Click here to view our yachts.

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Chartering one or more yachts for a corporate sailing day is a unique and effective way to thank your best clients or suppliers and to strengthen relationships for future business development.

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Hire a yacht with a professional skipper and relax for your trip or request an instructor and enjoy some tailored tuition or support.

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Book today and set sail Hamble Point Yacht Charters offers a fleet of beautiful sailing and motor yachts available for charter in the Solent.

Whether you are looking to hire a yacht for a day, weekend, week or longer, for a bareboat charter, skippered charter or a corporate sailing event, we have a sailing or motor yacht to suit you.

Outstanding Yachts Hamble Point Yacht Charters are the leading independent charter fleet operator in the Solent offering a fleet of 20+ yachts between 32 – 52ft, from a variety of manufacturers including Hallberg-Rassy, Dufour, Beneteau, Dehler, Jeanneau and more.

All of our yachts are superbly equipped, expertly maintained and freshly cleaned before your charter. They are unbranded, so you can feel like a true sailor during your charter.

Unbeatable Location We are ideally located in the picturesque Hamble village, with a wide choice of restaurants and pubs to make the most of your sailing trip.

Hamble Point Marina, just outside of Southampton is easy to access by car, offers free on-site parking and is the nearest marina to the centre of the Solent, the main sailing area on the UK’s South Coast, so you can spend more time sailing and less time motoring.

Unique Service Our friendly on-shore support team will ensure your charter experience runs smoothly and you can take advantage of the unique level of service from Hamble Point Yacht Charters

Late-check in available on a Friday, so you can set off early on Saturday without waiting for a handover. (Arrive before 7pm for guaranteed evening handover)

All of our yachts are coded and insured for sailing beyond the Solent – so for longer charters you can explore the UK South West, the Northern coast of France or take a trip to the Channel Islands.

Unlike other companies, we allow night sailing.

Our yachts are unbranded so no-one will know you are on charter and you can fully immerse yourself in the sailing experience.

You can even bring your dog! (additional cleaning charges apply)

We are passionate about delivering an enjoyable and straight-forward charter experience, and we are delighted to hold several Customer Service Award , one being from the British Marine Leisure Boating as well as a 5-star rating on Trip Advisor and the latest Certificate of Excellence.

If you are not yet one of our regular customers, come and see for yourself or sign up for our e-newsletters for special offers and updates on new yachts joining our fleet.

Our services include: Bareboat Yacht Charter, Skippered Yacht Charter, Skippered Motor Yacht Hire, Corporate Sailing, Yacht Management and an RYA Sailing School… Everything you require to make your UK South Coast Solent yachting or boating both enjoyable and exhilarating!

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WHAT CLIENTS SAY

This is truly a 5 * service. The team really looked after us both ashore on arrival and also while at sea. We were a relatively inexperienced crew but always felt the team ashore had our backs. Thoroughly recommended.

I just wanted to say Thank-you very much for the weekend charter. It was exactly what we were after (albeit cold!) plus Andy was an awesome teacher and great company. We’ll definitely be keen to book again soon!

We had a fabulous four days. Marina is ideally placed for the Solent, boat was in great condition, well equipped and a joy to sail. We were well briefed and the shore side team including the dog very friendly.

We charted one of the sailing yachts for a fantastic weekend cruise in the Solent. The boat was in superb condition and well equipped, the staff was very helpful explaining how things work on the yacht and there was also a video available with all the important information. 10/10 would recommend!

Had a fantastic week chartering Blue Otter, Alex was incredibly helpful and sent loads of information and date checking prior to booking. There was a handover video and both the handover and return were really smooth. The boat was lovely and well maintained and Lee was really helpful in recommending places to visit (and helping identify the steering issue as an autopilot takeover - doh!). Definitely will be back and would fully recommend!

Just back from a lovely week in the Solent. Great service from HPYC from first inquiry through to return handover. Very straightforward to deal with, and the yacht was in excellent condition. We've chartered from many companies in the UK and abroad and the attention to detail (and flawless inventory!) was second to none. Everything about the yacht and equipment had clearly been well looked after and was in immaculate condition. Great service, will use again.

Always very friendly service, and well-maintained yachts. Easy check-in and checkout. Will be back...  

We had a great time and were very happy with everything. Your team were genuinely friendly and were very helpful when we needed it. Is a big contrast to many charter companies I have dealt with in the past.

Watching the sun go down with a glass of bubbly on the deck of a sparkling yacht was unbelievable. What a treat, and a much needed change of scenery in these troubled times. We will be back for sure

Fab service, nothing too much trouble, including my daft questions. I'll be a repeat customer for sure!

We had a great time sailing with Lee for a few days at the beginning of September. Hamble Point Yacht Charters supplied us an impeccable 45 ft Hanse yacht, which was handled with complete mastery by Captain Lee. It was a privilege to sail with Lee, who is clearly a highly skilled professional taking great pride in his work ... but who is also a fantastic character with a great sense of humour and plenty of fun stories to keep the whole family entertained. He balances the serious side of safety and learning about sailing with a whopping dose of amusement and good cheer. We sailed the Solent in some decent seas, visited Bucklers Hard on the banks of the Beaulieu River and learned lots about British nautical history. Our boys started somewhat of a fishing trend catching bass off the back of the boat in Portsmouth and we would love to sail with Lee again in the future. The man truly knows his stuff, maintained the boat impeccably and went to every effort to ensure that we had a great time. Many thanks to “Shippers” and Hamble Point Charters. We’ll be back.

Chartered bareboats with HPYC on numerous occasions most recently in Sept 2020. Always helpful and accommodating. Highly recommend.

We had a fantastic weekend sailing on Loxley B. Boat in super condition and spotlessly clean, Alex. and the team very thorough and always on hand to answer any questions. A great experience. We will be back. Thank you!

Lots of information from office with a friendly service. We selected a one of the cheaper yachts and was please with find everything work and was cleaned and tidy. We will definitely be back

This was the first time we had tried chartering and as experienced racing sailors we didn't know what to expect. Covid has closed down all our events this year so this was a chance to get afloat at least once in 2020. What a great experience and Alex and all the Hamble staff could not have been more friendly or helpful. We had a great three days and we will be back !! We would have no hesitation is recommending Hamble Point Yacht Charters.

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Get ready to make unforgettable memories this May Bank Holiday and get afloat with a family yacht charter. This a wonderful opportunity to explore the beautiful South Coast scenery, anchor up in some secluded little bays, relax on board, or embark on some local nature spotting. There are many roosting sites for rare birds along … Continue reading Bank Holiday Sailing

Enjoy some last-minute sailing at great value with our weekly late offers. Explore the beautiful Solent coastline with family and friends.

Our late offers are released weekly, so grab yourself a bargain.

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Welcome to Yachtforce

Sailing Events, Corporate Days and Yacht Charter

Based on the Solent and along the South Coast

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Sailing Yacht Hire Charter / Cruise – Includes Skipper

Welcome to yachtforce – skipper yacht & bare-boat charter, tuition & sailing events.

Welcome to Yachtforce – Solent, Brighton and South Coast UK skippered and bare boat yacht charter and sailing events.

We are based on the South coast of the UK with charter both with Skipper and bare boat, private Skipper yacht tuition and yacht sailing events mainly from our base at Mercury Yacht Harbour on the Hamble river with direct access into the central Solent. We also operate yacht sailing events, tuition, how to learn to sail courses and charter from other Solent ports and Brighton Marina. We also offer sailing holidays abroad from Lanzarote, Greece and Croatia.

Whether you are looking to charter a yacht with or without Skipper, get involved with some yacht racing, take part in one of our all inclusive sailing experience weekends where we fully cater for your needs, just give us a bell and we can talk through your options or drop us an email. We love to talk…

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Yachtforce specialise in skippered and bareboat charter from the Hamble river, on the Solent UK. Whether you want a bareboat yacht charter, a skippered day or weekend yacht charter to brush up some essential skills, then we can help.

Yacht Charter

Whether you are looking for a yachting theory or practical course or just a bit of personal tuition to brush up your skills, Yachtforce has the course to suit you.

Sailing Tuition & Courses

We provide excellent yacht sailing training days, team building, client ⁄ experience Try Sailing days through to managing a corporate entry in some of the most famous yachting regattas in the world.

Corporate Events

Customer and personnel race days are a fantastic way to reinforce relationships. Not all your clients want just a jolly and we have found that to integrate your clients into a team with a focus forges trust and lasting customer loyalty.

Corporate Yacht Racing

Join us aboard the boat for some fantastic yacht racing, meet new people and forge new friendships at some of the premier yachting regattas in the world. We have a wealth of experience in organising enjoyable social yacht racing events.

Social Yacht Racing

Join us & other like–minded people for a weekend yachting social sailing experience as an alternative to a formal sailing school course. Try a sailing day, a 5 day cruise, sail as a spectator or race in some of the most well–known Yachting Regattas.

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Alpha Yachting

Skippered Yacht Charter in Solent

Welcome to Alpha Yachting.

Established in 2003 by Nick Davidson, who has worked in the Sailing Industry since 1991, our expertise is in Corporate Sailing, regularly organising team days and mini regattas designed to encourage team work and improve performance, with dedicated skippers on hand to meet your requirements and maximise your enjoyment.

All of us at Alpha Yachting benefit from extensive local knowledge having lived and worked within the Solent for many years. We understand and value the importance of your business and strive to maintain our reputation for delivering great days out on the water, competitively priced, well organised, friendly and fun!

We are happy to discuss all the various charter options available to you and give you an honest opinion on how we can best meet your requirements. Itineraries are available on request.

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Solent Skippered Sailing Yacht Charter

We offer skippered sailing charters for less experienced crews or our team of professional skippers are available for those who prefer extra local knowledge and sailing expertise onboard..

Skippered charters available for family/friends, special occasions as well as Stag & Hen Weekends  onboard our yachts for up to 12 clients plus skipper for day sailing. Our skippers have in-depth knowledge of the Solent and beyond so depending on your needs, they know where to go!  We have been known to take families to sea to scatter ashes  of loved one’s in the Solent.

For pricing go to yachts,  select yacht size and sleeping berths for your requirement and then within the pricing add our skippers rate per day (ie £380 for the weekend) or feel free to call for a quote!

Est 1999..... Why Four Seasons Yacht Charter & Sailing Sea School?

• Haslar Marina in Gosport: Ample free parking & 5 minutes from the Solent
• Short walk to Gunwharf Quays shops, bars & restaurants
• Close access to direct trains from Waterloo & Victoria stations
• Dinghy, AIS, TV, UK sockets & USB charging on all yachts. Radar on most
• All yachts RYA coded 60 miles from land & Seastart insured
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• Individual Marina berths with minimal tide running through
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Skippered Yacht Charter

Hire Professional skippered yacht charter services in the Solent on the UK south coast.

Exclusive private crewed cruises, boat hire from lymington.

We offer skippered yacht charter packages on the UKs south coast, that is to say the Solent and the Isle of Wight. Our hire boat charter, gives you access to a great many renowned south coast yachting destinations. Spectacular scenery can be found at Alum Bay and the Needles lighthouse at the far western end of the Isle of Wight.

Cost crashfor early season Solent sailing. Just £49pp-catered!

This rate for the moment also applies to Saturdays, the most popular time. And our skippered yacht charter now allows you to book by the berth, that is to say as an individual, couple, small group. But we still have dates for private charter when we can accommodate up to 7 guests plus skipper, ideal for landmark birthdays,. Additionaly this year we are suggesting you gain double value by combining your sailing experience with one of the many major sailing and music events which take place from the Isle of Wight every year. For example the Yarmouth Old Gaffers Regatta takes place in May. Crews can witness at close quarters the colourful sailing yachts of yesteryear plus enjoy the music, cuisine and crafts on the quayside. Please enquire for more information, price guidance here

Skippered Yacht Charter from the Lymington Marina Base

This is an award winning 5 star marina with brand new top of the range showers both in the main building and close to the yachts.

Solent Boat and Yacht Hire from the Hamble Marina Base

Walk into the the famous old yachting village of Hamble, during your visit you will find atmospheric pubs and great food.

Why Skippered Yacht Charter with Hurst Point Yachts?

Hen & Stag Weekends

A stag/hen weekend provides two days on a sailing charters yacht visiting various bars, bays and restaurants in the Solent with two nights on board. Above all each yacht has a well qualified and experienced skipper.

Days Out For Birthdays

Sailing is a great way to celebrate a milestone birthday, for example 40th, 50th, 60th or 70th.

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“Thanks again for a great hen weekend back in June. We had a great time, and I don’t think any of the girls will forget sailing home in a gale in a hurry!”

“I wanted to thank you for the great time that we had last weekend out on the water. Jonathan really enjoyed the whole experience – it was really lovely to see all of his knowledge come flooding back!”

“We all just wanted to say thanks very much for a great weekend. We had a fantastic time and it made my hen weekend a very memorable experience. We can’t stop talking about it!”

“Just a quick email to thank you for a really cracking day. We all thoroughly enjoyed it and you were a brilliant host – you have even inspired dad to enrol on a dinghy course when he gets back home!”

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• Want to celebrate a special occasion on a yacht without the responsibilities of skippering
• Don’t have sufficient experience to skipper a yacht yourself
• Want to charter a yacht yourself (Bareboat) but haven’t sailed in the Solent before
• Wish to experience sailing for the first time
• Are a ‘rusty’ skipper who wants to ‘get back into it’
• Want to go further afield for the first time and require some extra support, maybe a channel crossing, night sailing, or round the island

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Skippered Yacht Charter Days

Book a days sailing in the solent.

Get out on the water with your friends or family. If you can’t take advantage of our discounted “Pop Up” Sailing Days then we can easily tailor a day to suit your needs, provide lunch onboard or head over to Cowes if you wish to eat ashore.

No experience required, just choose a date and pre book your day out as far in advance as you wish.

Mid week sailing days from £950 for up to 6 people

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Sail to Cowes

Join us for a days sailing trip to Cowes on the Isle of Wight. One of the most historic yachting locations in the world where you can enjoy a walk around the high street or along the promenade in front of the Royal Yacht Squadron

Sail to Osborne Bay

A wonderfully relaxing sail around the Solent with lunch at anchor in Osborne Bay. Osborne House is famous for being the summer residence of Queen Victoria. Anchor off the beach in this popular Solent anchorage.

Sail to Beaulieu

After a great mornings sail you will witness one of the most picturesque rivers on the South Coast. Enjoy a trip up the stunning Beaulieu River where you will anchor for lunch before sailing back to Hamble in the afternoon.

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Motor Boat Charter in the Solent

We launched a brand new Princess F55 flybridge for the 2023 charter season.

The newest motor boat of its kind available for charter on the south coast featuring full Gyro stabilisation to make your time on board even more enjoyable. Massive internal and outside space, full climate control, beautiful natural materials and styling from a British boat builder with a worldwide reputation.

As well as high speed capability her ultra stable platform also allows us to offer environmentally friendly full displacement charters. Sip drinks as the Solent glides by and have a great day out without compromising your corporate environmental commitments.

Alongside our new Princess F55 we still have our original Princess P50 Mk3 flybridge available for charter. Operated by us since new she is much loved by charter guests and offers generous accommodation both inside and outdoors. For charters of more than 12 guests the 2 boats can be hired as a pair.

Each charter includes a commercially endorsed skipper with local knowledge and a hostess. As well as ensuring your safety the Skipper and crew are there to look after you and will share their local knowledge to make sure your time with us is truly memorable. We operate throughout the Solent / Isle of Wight area.

We are happy to advise on an itinerary or you can tell us where you want to go. There are no timetables to adhere to and no other guests to please so relax and enjoy yourself. For more than 10 years now we have operated corporate events, family gatherings, casual days out, special celebrations and even experience days prior to buying a boat.

The 2024 season calendar is starting to fill up fast so please don’t delay getting in touch if there is a particular date you had in mind.

Yacht Charter The Solent

The Solent is one of the top yachting hotspots in the world. It has seen the sport of sailing grow from a time when only kings and their acolytes were wealthy enough to sail for fun to today's global yachting centre. On a sunny day, they say you can walk across the water to the Isle of Wight, stepping on yachts all the way!

Bavaria 35 Cruiser

• Build year : 1992
• Length : 37 ft
• Boat type : Sailing Yacht

• Length : 39 ft

• Build year : 2016
• Length : 29 ft

• Build year : 2001
• Length : 40 ft

• Build year : 2002
• Length : 33 ft

Makara 640cc

• Build year : 2023
• Length : 21 ft
• Boat type : Motor Boat & RIB

Build your own unique trip!

• Build year : 2006

• Build year : 2003

Hallberg Rassy 36

• Build year : 1994
• Length : 35 ft
• Genoa type : Furling

• Build year : 2013
• Length : 22 ft

• Build year : 2008
• Length : 46 ft

Sun Odyssey 37

Humber Destroyer

• Build year : 2014

Squadron 58

• Build year : 2005
• Guests : 12
• Length : 59 ft

• Build year : 1985
• Length : 32 ft

• Build year : 2000
• Length : 38 ft

• Build year : 2012

Though not quite as crowded as the myth would have it, thanks to the double high tide and reliable, steady winds that funnel through it, this is one of the best sailing destinations in the world. Whether standing ashore and watching America’s Cup, Vendee Globe and other cutting edge craft fly at impossible speeds or simply pottering about afloat yourself, you cannot ignore sailing on this crucible of British yachting.

Competition is one of the core elements of sailing on the Solent. From bases like Cowes, the Hamble, Portsmouth Harbour, Gosport and Lymington you will see some of the best sailors and yachts in the world in action on the best craft marine architects have ever developed.

You don’t, however, have to be a Ben Ainslie, Alex Thomson or Robin Knox Johnson to have fun on these waters. At about 20 miles long (even more including nearby Poole Harbour) there are many marinas and waterways big and small that take craft ranging from 350,000-tonne oil tankers to 15ft RIBs and everything in between.

This area is so diverse in its water sports that almost anything goes. You may charter for the competition such as Cowes Week with or without a professional skipper an even a MOD70 trimaran to break a world record!

However, there are ample opportunities to use the waters as a jumping-off point to explore the UK South Coast on a multi-day trip or even just to venture out on a day sail to the Isle of Wight.

Hiring A Yacht In The Solent

Whatever your budget or plans for a Solent yacht charter there is something for you. You can hire a RIB to take your friends for a blast up Southampton Water or go fishing on the backwaters around Lymington or Christchurch. You can charter to race in one of the hundreds of sailing events that take place from there from club events to the Round the Island Race and Cowes Week.

The South Coast and Isle of Wight have so much to offer in terms of hospitality to yachtsmen that you could just go on a multi-day pub crawl between Lymington and Chichester, challenging your liver with a daily onslaught of fine foods and beer – sometimes with a dedicated pub dock! Just over 100 miles away is Normandy and the Channel Islands for those seeking adventure and a change of scene.

If you have the right qualifications for the vessel you need (we will discuss these later) then you will find it easy to rent the boat you want. You just need to pay the fee for the boat, a security deposit and off you go.

Best Areas To Charter A Yacht In the Solent

No matter where you go in this area by sea nowhere is more than an afternoon’s journey even on a plump cruising monohull. There is so much to explore – and the sailing is so varied – that you could revisit these waters for years and still have a lot to learn!

Both on the English mainland and the Isle of Wight there are a large number of places from which to charter from. Let’s look at the main areas to sail out of.

Southampton Water: This is a major waterway in its own right. Stretching from Calshot Spit right up to the River Test it has deep, navigable waters with channels up to 30 metres deep even at low tide. That means everything that floats can – and often is – seen on this waterway. The yachting centres of the Rivers Itchen and Hamble both feed into the estuary – you will see every vessel here from Optimists to container ships.

Chichester, Poole and Christchurch: These are three natural harbours that are big enough to sail on and not really need to leave in their own right! Whether fishing, serious sailing or just poking around the backwaters these are some of the best water sports venues in the world bar none. The River Lymington and Beaulieu River are nice retreats from the hustle and bustle of the main channel area.

The Isle of Wight: This is home to Cowes Week and has a long boating history. Many pubs serve food in sufficient quantity to sate a hungry sailor yet don’t skimp on quality – though some are hard to book a table at even a year ahead! Circumnavigating the island can be done in just hours on a carbon race machine, though most sailors try to time it by the tides so the wind isn’t the only thing that drives them!

Best Towns To Charter A Yacht From:

Below is a list of the main towns from which to hire boats from:

Southampton: Ocean Village is the main marina in the city that is famed as being the departure point of the Titanic (which left from where the marina is today). Many a major race has been based out of there from the Whitbread to the Clipper Round the World Race.

However, you have the marinas on the River Itchen that may seem quieter but still have an impact on the yachting world.

Hamble le Rice: At the mouth of one of the most popular sailing rivers in the world, Hamble le Rice has a number of marinas that are home to everything from multimillion-pound racing yachts to modest tubs sailed at the weekends by locals. It has some brilliant pubs and restaurants frequented by yachting types that help make the village one of the yachting Meccas of the world.

Hamble River: With the marinas of Hamble le Rice, Warsash and Swanwick, as well as its easy access to Southampton Water and Port Hamble, the River Hamble has been used for sailing over hundreds of years. Royal Navy and merchant ships used to be built and repaired on its shores and today the Warsash Maritime Academy teaches merchant and leisure sailors the skills they need to travel the world safely. Many a boat lies on its mooring buoys – a privilege for the owner to get that can involve years on waiting lists!

Lymington: Home to some of the top yacht designers and even a leading sailing publication or two Lymington sits on the western edge of the area itself. Though shallow in spots and there are speed restrictions further up, this is one of the jumping off points for many a sailing adventure. You can even take a trip by car ferry to the Isle of Wight and Yarmouth across the water

Poole: Poole Harbour is a boating centre in its own right, just a decent couple of hours’ reaching away. This natural harbour with its islands and beaches is widely held as one of the best places to potter about in boats in the world, and is home to the RNLI and superyacht builders Sunseeker.

Chichester: Another stunning natural harbour on the eastern edge of the area, much of Chichester Harbour is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and has much to explore without going into open water.

Portsmouth and Gosport: Portsmouth has long rivalled Southampton as the nautical centre of the United Kingdom. The city itself is an island, and is a busy commercial, naval and leisure harbour with Gunwharf Quay at the heart of the scene. The UK’s America’s Cup team base is here, and across in Gosport you may notice a boat or two that’s designed to take on the world too.

Cowes and the Isle of Wight: The Royal Yacht Squadron is based on the northern shore of Cowes, a 10 minute walk from the fast catamaran ferry to Southampton. That’s not the be-all and end-all of sailing on the Isle of Wight. The River Medina is navigable almost to Newport, while Bembridge and Yarmouth are major sailing centres in their own right.

Types Of Yachts To Hire:

Almost everything that can float has been on these waters, here's a list of options below:

Sailing Yachts : Yachts come in a variety of sizes from 150ft+ monsters to lightning-quick dinghies. Traditionally the monohull sailing yacht is comfortable if slovenly charter yacht of choice. You can charter for a week or two to explore the South Coast and beyond. There is a variety of vessels beyond that fit this description too.

Motorboat : Motor cruisers or a motor yacht come in different sizes from a comfortable 35ft right up to the fully crewed superyachts or luxury yacht charter. They are simpler to drive than a sailing yacht and are a good way of covering a decent daily distance. Plymouth or even Le Havre aren’t outside a day’s motoring on a motorboat.

Catamaran : The catamarans most commonly chartered are luxury yachts with all the comforts you need yet can be sailed without a professional crew. They are spacious and comfortable with great entertaining spaces, perhaps after watching the events on the water that day or for business networking.

RIB: You can hire a RIB of different sizes for getting about the area in speed and style. On a larger rib charter , you can large inboard engines and water jets for speed and manoeuvrability, and have the space to take more than five guests with you – sometimes even in an enclosed bridge. The smaller ones can be fun either as workboats or just for a jolly.

Speedboat: A speedboat is more of a day boat than a machine for powering across the Channel. These are fun for entertaining guests and watching the world go by as you sprint around this famous waterway.

Skippered Charter or Bareboat Yacht Hire:

You don’t need to know much to enjoy life afloat in this area and you can hire a skipper for as little as £150 a day.

Skippered Yacht Hire: You may have the experience but not the confidence to go it alone, or you may just want to do something completely different to live ashore by going sailing for a day, week or more. For a fee that differs according to the size and type of vessel, you can have a skippered yacht charter. You can also do a sailing course in this way as there are many RYA training centres which run RYA courses in the area or focus on relaxing – the choice is yours.

Bareboat Yacht Charter: If you have the qualifications and confidence to take a boat out yourself then you can book a bareboat charter. Many people choose not to own a big-ticket item like a boat these days but instead charter in different locations around the world. This could be you – whether a blast out to lunch on the Isle of Wight on a sunny day or a week up the South Coast, you’re free to choose.

Do you need a licence to hire a Yacht In The Solent?

Unlike many nations of the world, you do not need qualifications to sail on British waters as long as the vessel is under 20 metres or so in size. Smaller, less powerful yachts and dinghies can often be hired on this basis. That said, insurance companies have other ideas where it comes to chartering many vessels. It will be easier to charter a RIB or speedboat if you have at least an RYA Powerboat Level 2. For an overnight yacht charter or a motorboat, monohull or catamaran you will have less trouble if you have an ICC, RYA Day Skipper or ASA 104 Bareboat.

If you are hiring a skipper to sail the boat for you, you again don’t need to be an experienced sailor.

Best Times To Hire A Yacht In The Solent

You will see hardier types on the water almost any time of the year. There will be times in March and September when it is very good sailing weather too. April to September is the typical season for many, with July and August the busiest times.

Between early and mid-August you will find the waters at their busiest with Cowes Week and the Round the Island Race a highlight. You may be racing or like thousands, just taking in the atmosphere and marine sights.

The Southampton International Boat Show typically heralds the end of the sailing season in September.

Sailing Weather In The Solent

Through most of the year, you will see westerlies process up the Channel as they arrive in Europe having crossed the Atlantic. In Spring, summer and early autumn, these can be the very best sailing weather. At almost any time of the year however a nasty low pressure can blast through, and when strong westerlies hit the Needles on the westernmost point of the Isle of Wight they funnel down through the channel between the mainland and the Isle of Wight and can hit big speeds.

During the summer you can get easterlies and these tend to be rather gentle with flat calms common. As with the westerlies, there can be some funnelling and you will often get more of a breeze than outside of the area.

The Isle of Wight can cause a wind shadow for southerlies that sometimes can hammer the South Coast in summer. That’s good until around Calshot when you can find yourself in bigger winds thanks to the funnelling of Southampton Water. Calshot Spit at least keeps the waves gentler than they might be to the south.

How much does it cost to hire Yachts in The Solent?

For a Solent charter, a lot depends on your budget but for as little as £50 you can take a smaller day boat out for a few hours on a day charter. £120 a day will get you a smaller boat you can spend the night aboard. £500 a day a mid-sized motor cruiser, and £1000 a day a catamaran . Superyachts with a crew will cost a lot more.

There are seasonal variations to these costs, with supply and demand being a factor that drives the market.

Yes it is. Yachting is a multibillion pound industry in the area and you can legally hire almost anything that you wish, as long as you conform to insurance requirements.

You are typically able to hire catamarans, motor cruisers, RIBs, monohull sailing yachts, and speed boats. These come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes and a lot depends on your budget, most options can we chartered with crew or bareboat.

Your main consideration should be the purpose of using it. The next thing to consider is your qualifications and experience to take it on one of the busiest waterways in the world. How much can you afford? Between these three you should narrow your decision down.

The best time can be June and early July with great winds and often enough excellent weather. August is far busier and typically pricier, but May and September while the kids are at school can be great times to go afloat too, at a lower cost.

Yes you do. You will have to pay up to 50% on agreeing to book the vessel, and then the balance on the day. You will also have to pay a security deposit or for insurance against damage.

If you are in grave danger and are about to sink or have had a serious collision you should call MAYDAY on VHF Ch16. If you can get to a mooring first, do so then phone the charter company who will help you with your problem.

What’s your experience in taking a boat out? This might lead to you getting a skipper or a smaller craft. Are you qualified to take a boat out of this type? What’s your budget? Have your crew experience sailing? This might limit your plans if none. Think of the younger and less mobile folk you have with you.

If you are from North America, Australasia and much of Europe you should be alright without one. Do check with the UK Embassy in your country if you are uncertain.

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Welcome to Yacht Charter Solent

Welcome to Yacht Charter Solent, we provide free information on all the yachts available for yacht charter in the Solent, along with all the yacht charter companies, corporate yacht charter event suppliers, sailing training schools, bareboat yacht charter companies and more in the Solent and Hamble area. Our goal is to provide all the hobbyists, wannabe sailors, professional crew, seasoned yachties, holidaymakers and revelers with great information about everything that's happening in the Solent right now. A one stop resource for all the yachts on charter in the Solent for bareboat yacht charter, skippered yacht charter, corporate sailing events, sailing tuition, yacht racing and yacht chartering hosted in the Solent, all year round.

We invite you to enjoy what the Solent has to offer, with all the amazing sailing events that take place here, we believe that you'll have the time of your life. We'll provide you with all the information and resources that you could possibly need in order to charter your own yacht, book a corporate event, join as crew, participate in a yacht race or sailing regatta with information for Sailing GB, Sunsail, Sailing Logic, Britannia Events, Hamble Point Yacht Charters, all long established providers of some of the Solent's best sailing events on offer.

A yacht charter is a great way to get involved in sailing with the Solent being hailed as the world centre of yachting and sailing events and it's right here in the United Kingdom an hour and a half drive from the capital London. We have catalogued all the best Yacht Charter resources in the Solent, feel free to enjoy one of the most popular place in the world for sailing & yachting.

Once you're here, rest assured that when you're done soaking up the sailing atmosphere and enjoying the idyllic bays, beaches, creeks and estuaries on offer, there will always be more to experience . From corporate events with Sailing GB , to chartering your own yacht with Hamble Point Yacht Charters , or learning to sail with Sunsail, we'll make sure that you have access to the most highly rated yachts and facilities whilst you're here.

So take a minute, browse the list of all the yachts on charter in the Solent and enjoy all that the Solent has to offer here with our listings of all the Yacht Charter and corporate yacht charter event companies in the Solent. If you feel a bit unstuck feel free to get in touch with us at [email protected]

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The salamander sailing adventure.

The Salamander Sailing Adventure - Luxury Yacht Charter, Short Break, Weekend Break, Holidays, Boat Trips, Spectator Boat for On the Water Spectating, Sporting Events Cowes, Solent, Bournemouth & South Coast - Salamander of Lymington - Sailing cruise past the Needles Isle of Wight, South Coast - www.thesalamandersailingadventure.com © Paul Wyeth Marine Photography

The Salamander Sailing Adventure - Luxury Yacht Charter, Short Break, Weekend Break, Holidays, Boat Trips, Spectator Boat for On the Water Spectating, Sporting Events Cowes, Solent, Bournemouth & South Coast - Salamander of Lymington - A great day sailing in the Solent on the South Coast - www.thesalamandersailingadventure.com © Paul Wyeth Marine Photography

Salamander Sailing Adventure - Luxury Yacht Charter, Short Break, Weekend Break, Holidays, Boat Trips, Spectator Boat for On the Water Spectating, Sporting Events Cowes, Solent, Bournemouth & South Coast - Salamander of Lymington - A great day sailing in the English Channel heading towards France - www.thesalamander sailingadventure.com © Paul Wyeth Marine Photography

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SALAMANDER OF LYMINGTON

THE SALAMANDER SAILING ADVENTURE

Experience sailing in the solent, the uk south coast and the caribbean on a 58 foot yacht which has sailed around the world, salamander is a 58 foot luxury sailing yacht based in lymington, on the south coast of england, available for private and corporate charter   celebrations   sailing holidays   short breaks   weekend breaks   luxury boat trips to destination hotels and restaurants   spectator boat for spectating sporting events on the water , salamander is also available for bespoke skippered yacht charter sailing holidays in the caribbean, salamander - the best of sparkman & stephens and nauticat teak lined comfort.

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The Salamander Sailing Adventure - Salamander of Lymington - © Paul Wyeth Marine Photography

WHAT DOES THE SALAMANDER SAILING ADVENTURE OFFER ?

Salamander splits her time between the UK for the Summer Season and the Caribbean for the winter where she is also available for those typical warm water blue skies Caribbean Sailing Holidays.

Salamander usually departs Lymington for the Canaries in October and crosses the Atlantic with the ARC in November returning to Lymington in May / June each year.

The Salamander Sailing Adventure offer a bespoke service for up to 12 guests with a crew of three. We think this is probably the best crew guest ratio on the South Coast for any comparable sailing yacht.

Salamander has sailed over 60,000 nautical miles, including a world circumnavigation with the current owners and skipper.

We are delighted to offer  Salamander with her round the world skipper for private and corporate luxury charter in the Solent, Sailing Round the Island circumnavigating the Isle of Wight, along the South Coast, for sailing trips to France and further afield, for day sails, day cruises, overnight trips, spectating sporting events, including the America's Cup, Cowes Torquay Cowes Classic Offshore Powerboat Race, Cowes Week and the Bournemouth Air Festival, for unique and special celebrations for birthdays, weddings, honeymoons, anniversaries, reunions and much more. Salamander provides convenient, safe and luxurious nautical accommodation for the Isle of Wight Festival.  Call or email us now.

Salamander Sailing Adventure cruises, short breaks, weekend breaks,  holidays and boat trips are available to visit Lymington, Buckler's Hard, Beaulieu River, Southampton, Southampton Water, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Gunwharf Quays and the River Hamble in Hampshire, Yarmouth, Cowes , River Medina , Newtown River and the iconic Needles on the Isle of Wight, Poole, Poole Harbour, Studland Bay, Sandbanks, Old Harry Rocks, Worbarrow Bay and the Jurassic Coast in Dorset.

Salamander of Lymington - your luxury yacht for the day or longer

WHAT TYPE OF YACHT IS SALAMANDER?

Salamander is a traditional yacht designed by the celebrated Sparkman and Stephens, the American design house who designed yachts for the America’s Cup and built by Nauticat in Finland.

Experience an authentic ocean-going 58ft sailing yacht which has circumnavigated the world with the current owners.

Salamander has a warm deck saloon and pilot house with great all round visibility where guests can sit comfortably inside should the weather be grey or wet outside.

A classically designed solid teak interior with a choice of places to relax, sit and dine, in the large upper pilot house or the intimate saloon below.

Bespoke menus can be individually prepared to inspire your palette.

Salamander has spacious teak decks, for dining and spectating, with a solid teak hand rail all around the deck areas, for added safety of your guests.

Skippered charter with a minimum crew of 3, including a dedicated steward / stewardess to look after you and your guests all day.

A powerful motor-sailor, designed to both sail and motor efficiently, to keep to schedules.

Generous 2 metre headroom throughout.

Salamander is MCA safety coded to carry up to 12 passengers and 3 crew.

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Your cruise will be on board the luxury 58 foot ocean-going sailing yacht Salamander of Lymington, which has successfully circumnavigated the world with the current skipper. You will be able to try your hand under supervision, if you wish, or you can sit back and luxuriate in the warmth of the teak deck saloon with great wrap round windows. Salamander is heated and perfectly suited for year round use, both sailing and cruising under motor.

The Georgian Town of Lymington from onboard Salamander

Lymington, where Salamander is normally based, is well worth a visit on foot, a charming Georgian town with cobbled streets, with many hotels, banks, pubs, restaurants and independent shops, lying between the New Forest and the Solent, the most famous stretch of sheltered water in the world of sailing, the venue of so many world class events, and just around the corner from the Beaulieu River, Cowes, Yarmouth, The National Trust Reserve at Newtown River, Portsmouth, Southampton, and last but not least the world famous and iconic Needles on the Isle of Wight.

TESTIMONIAL - WHAT DO THE SALAMANDER SAILING ADVENTURE GUESTS SAY ?

"Although the weather was not ideal I had a very enjoyable day aboard this very classy sailing boat. We sailed round to Bucklers Hard from Lymington where we had time to explore this historical village after lunch. Motoring up and down the Beaulieu River is idyllic. It is like another world. Very peaceful. Seeing it from the deck of a boat is perfect. Especially one so well appointed with a large deck area to relax on. Sailing backwards and forwards across the Solent made the return journey invigorating. The power and majesty of the boat was enjoyed both by those who had sailed before and those who hadn't. The whole experience was memorable and to be recommended."   

JF - Dorchester, Dorset

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Solent Yacht Charter

Hamble School of Yachting offers many sailing courses, but also doubles as a yacht charter company, Hamble Yacht Charters. We are based on the Hamble river with easy access out into the Solent. The Solent is a great place to start your yacht charter. We are lucky enough to have a variety of locations accessible at most states of tide. The Solent is a well sheltered sailing ground and a safe environment, making it a perfect location for your yacht charter.

We have a wide range of charter yachts which are ideal for families and couples. We also offer skippered charter for those looking to improve in a relaxed atmosphere, or for those simply content to enjoy the luxury of being piloted by their qualified skipper. All boats are comprehensively equipped and comply with all the safety requirements. At the commencement of both skippered and bareboat charter each boat receives a complementary 'starter pack' of tea, coffee, sugar, milk, tea towels and all cleaning materials. Equipment such as wet weather gear can be hired at minimal cost. The minimum requirement for a bareboat charter is the Day Skipper with a VHF radio licence.

High Season: April to September Low Season: October to March Security Deposit £1000.00 Skipper Hire: £295 Per Day

Charter Times

7 days a week - Friday/Sunday 1800 to Friday/Sunday 1600 Weekends - Friday 1800 to Sunday 1600 Mid week - Monday 1000 to Friday 1600 Day sail - 0900 to 1700

If you have any questions about yacht charter or would like to make a booking please call us on: 02380 452668 or email: [email protected]

5 of the best places near Southampton to hire a boat or a RIB for the day

If you're looking to try something different on a day out near Southampton , then hiring a boat for a day could be an option.

Southampton is close to several rivers, such as the River Itchen, and the Solent where you can take in some great views as part of this.

Here are some of the best places to hire out a boat, RIB or yacht in and around Southampton.

5 of the best places to hire out a boat near Southampton

Ocean sports charter.

Ocean Sports Charter offers RIB hires in the Solent where you can the likes of the Isle of Wight, Ocean Village Marina, Beaulieu River, and the Hamble River.

The website adds: "Based at Saxon Wharf Marina, Southampton, our Southampton rib charters run throughout the year. You can choose from either: Skippered, Assisted or Bareboat.

"We can provide you with quality boats and expert advice and service, tailored to your personal requirements."

On Tripadvisor , it has earned a score of 5/5 from 237 reviews on the site.

Firstaway Yacht Charters 

Based in Shamrock Quay Marina Firstaway Yacht Charters "offers a range of loved and well-maintained boats for bareboat and skippered yacht charter from the Solent".

For those who do not have much experience, you can get a skipper to take responsibility for the yacht.

It adds: "The skipper can simply be there as a backup in case you get into a situation you feel uncomfortable with or can take on a more instructional and coaching role."

More information can be found on the Firstaway Yacht Charters here .

Southampton RIB Charter

Located in Hamble, Southampton RIB Charter offers plenty of opportunities for private, bareboat and corporate charters.

On its website , it says: "You can now hire our RIB for the day as long as you hold a Powerboat 2 Licence or above. It is a great way to explore the Solent by yourselves at your own pace."

Duck 2 Water RIB Charter

If you are looking for a bit of "excitement and speed" then the RIB (rigid inflatable boat) charter from Duck 2 Water in the Solent could work for you.

It adds: "Nothing comes close to the sheer exhilaration as the RIB charter carries you at top speeds of around 40-45 knots, a guaranteed white knuckle ride of a lifetime."

Duck 2 Water says you need to be at a "reasonable level of fitness and mobility" as it is "not suitable for those with neck, back or joint problems".

More information can be found on the Duck 2 Water website here .

Hamble River Boat Charter

If you're prepared to travel a little bit away from Southampton to the River Hamble then Hamble River Boat Charters could work for you.

Based out of Swanwick Marina, their 'Gull' boat seats up to eight people comfortably, is electrically powered and easily helmed.

They add: "To charter Gull bareboat, boating experience is required and we will need a conversation with you to determine that experience.

"If you choose to bareboat charter from us you are solely responsible for the vessel and your guests."

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Alternatively, the company provides a skipper for the 'Gull' at an extra cost "who knows the river well".

A day bareboat charter is £95 for three hours, which goes up to £105 for three hours in the evening.

Meanwhile, a skippered charter is £200 for three hours during the day, and £215 for three hours in the evening.