New Forest

Sailing on the Solent in spring feels like getting back to what it’s really about. The water, marinas and restaurants are quieter, and there’s a sense of space you don’t get later in the year.

Experience autumn on the Solent with New Forest colours, Rib adventures, Isle of Wight lunches & team-building fun. Perfect for office or guest getaways.

“We are based in London / Hertfordshire / Reading – where can we start from?” We offer many different starting marinas – both for sailing and powerboat events. Every marina has different attributes, often making the selection straight forward.  We have listed the most popular below. Our Ribs/powerboats can make it anywhere from any ofContinue reading "Top starting locations for your Solent Event"

Sailing is a “natural” teambuilding activity. The collaborating roles on a professional racing vessel are of course clearly defined and difficult to achieve in one day out on the water. However, the challenge of navigating any sailing yacht together, enhances communication, trust, and collaboration among participants – even in a day. As crew members workContinue reading "Team Sailing Day"

As the festive season approaches, there’s no place quite like the Solent to experience the magic of winter.  Whether you’re strolling along the waterfront or opt for a hike through our stunning New Forest – both are guaranteed to put a smile on your face and a spring in your step. The charming towns inContinue reading "It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year"

The winter months tend to be a little bit quieter for water-based events. Our charters have slowed down, but the ops team certainly hasn’t. We use this time to reflect on the season just gone and prepare for the one ahead. Many of our charter yachts are out of the water, having their hulls cleaned,Continue reading "Winter Maintenance at Solent Events"

A very happy 2024 from our team to yours. For us, the beginning of the new year means one thing – the start of the sailing season is getting closer every day! Although the hardened sailors will be out there throughout winter, most of our corporate guests prefer a slightly warmer climate. If you’re thinkingContinue reading "2024 Sailing Dates on The Solent"

We love our Solent and are always very excited to read about the various local conservation and sustainability projects. One such exciting story is the start of a project last month, to re-introduce native oysters to Cowes Harbour waters. Funded by the Cowes Harbour Commission and in partnership with the Blue Marine Foundation, the Cowes-basedContinue reading "The Solent is your Oyster"

Despite some unusually warm October weather, the turning of the leaves and shortening of the days indicate that we are well and truly into autumn.     Driving to the marina through the New Forest, we are treated to a dazzling display of colours – all the trees at different stages of their leaf-dropping journeys.Continue reading "Boats for all Seasons"