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• Beneteau Oceanis 31 - Holly Blue
• Elan 344 - Lenora
• Bavaria 36 - Hayley Louise
• Bavaria 36 - No Optimist
• Jeanneau 36i - Nordic Mist
• Jeanneau SF37 - Nomad 1
• Jeanneau SF37 - Menai III
• Bavaria 39C - Summer Breeze
• Bavaria 47 - Southpoint II
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• Sunseeker 60 - Snark
• Prestige 46 - Kings Ransom
• Sun Odyssey 44i - Hurricane
• Targa 56 - Explorer
• Bavaria 54 - Grand Cru
• Jeanneau SO37 - Seraphim
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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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Sailing The South Coast Since 1985

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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Customer Testimonials

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

Firstaway Yacht Charters

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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Welcome to Yachtforce

Sailing Events, Corporate Days and Yacht Charter

Based on the Solent and along the South Coast

Sailing Yacht Hire Charter / Cruise – Includes Skipper – From £625 p/day

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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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Yacht Sailing Activities:

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.

Social Yacht Sailing

Welcome to Charterdays

The Hut Transfer Specialists

Discover the Magic of the South Coast

Charterdays is your gateway to unforgettable adventures on the glistening waters of the Solent, Isle of Wight, and the South Coast. Embark on a journey like no other as you explore iconic destinations such as the world-renowned yachting hub of Cowes and the tranquil beauty of the Beaulieu River.

Seamless Sailing to The Hut

Dining in Style after your luxury cruise to The Hut couldn't feel more perfect. 

Enjoy the unique thrill of transitioning from your Charterdays cruiser to one of the Huts dedicated tenders that then takes you to shore. (weather permitting).

🚤 Boat-to-Shore Transfers

🕒 Timely and Comfortable

An experience tailored just for you.

Whether you're celebrating a milestone, looking for a unique date idea, or aiming to make a lasting impression in your professional world, we have the perfect nautical experience waiting:

🌊 Private Charter Exclusivity

🌊 expert skippers at the helm, 🌊 events & corporate packages, 🌊 luxury cruisers for business impressions, pickup & drop off locations.

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Southampton

Safety & excellence guaranteed.

At Charterdays, your safety is our paramount concern. We take pride in being fully MCA coded and each voyage skippered by a team of professionally qualified Captains & crew. Plus, our affiliation with the Professional Charter Association (PCA) stands as a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence.

Crafting Special Moments

Every boat in our fleet will make your experience even more special. We prioritize safety, fun & personal service, ensuring your special event, be it personal or corporate, radiates a feeling of exclusivity.  After all, memorable days should be nothing short of extraordinary.

OUR HIGHLIGHTED PARTNER

Featured partner & desination: the hut, isle of wight.

Among our most popular destinations is The Hut on the Isle of Wight. A haven of scenic beauty, gourmet eating, day of fun and scenic views of the solent, this spot promises a day of relaxation, gourmet eating and scenic views of the Solent.

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Get in touch with us and we can recommend the best yacht to suit your needs.

We will beat any quotation for bareboat yacht charter on a like-for-like basis – Please contact us for details.

Yacht Charter

We are now able to offer finance on all yacht charters (subject to acceptance).

Commodore Yachting are proud to offer yacht charter to suitably qualified/experienced sailors** who want to do their own thing in the great location that is the Solent. You can charter our yachts for any length of time, with weekend and week-long charters being very popular, enabling you to get out into the Solent or further afield and really maximise your sailing experience.

On our charters you’ll get a superbly maintained Bavaria yacht from our wide-ranging fleet, with sizes ranging from 36-44’ (10.9m to 13.4m), all of which have multiple cabins and bunks on board so you won’t be short of space for crew. With very competitive charter rates, you can tailor a charter to suit your requirements without it costing the earth.

You’ll get a fully maintained, insured, fuelled and watered yacht, all ready and waiting to go when you arrive. After we’ve welcomed you to Commodore Yachting and helped you on board with your bags, we will give you a comprehensive handover orientation to ensure you are fully-versed and familiarised in how the yacht operates. We will give you a guide to safely exiting and entering Premier Gosport Marina, how and where to stow fenders, where the mooring lines are kept and any other information which you will need to fully enjoy your chartering experience! We will also spend as much time as you need to answer any questions you may have, before you depart on your adventure.

As you’d expect with Commodore Yachting, not only do we offer you quality first class yachts, but also the backup and support to compliment them. As standard we give comprehensive backup and support with our 24/7 support phone line, ensuring that should the worst happen we are always here to respond to your call immediately.

All our Yachts are covered by Seastart marine breakdown assistance, giving you peace of mind that should the worst happen, we’ve got you covered.

So what are you waiting for? Book-up a yacht and get out there! The adventure starts here!

Sorry, but due to previous issues we are unable to allow customers to bring pets aboard our charter fleet.

Yachtsman Insurance

We would advise ALL our charter customers to ensure they have suitable holiday insurance in-place to cover their yacht charter holiday. Yachtsman’s insurance is available from a variety of souces like Topsail Insurance and can cover things like damage waiver, cancellations and personal effects cover.

Yacht Charter – Collection Times, Hours of Use, Return Times

We offer our yachts for charters, either skippered or bareboat on the following time basis:

• Day Charter – Collect 8am – Return 4pm
• Weekend 2-Day Charter – Collect 5pm Friday* – Return 4pm Sunday
• Mid-Week 5 Day Charter – 10am First day to 12pm  (Mid-Day) last day (Monday-Friday)
• Full Week 7 Day Charter – 10am First day to 12pm (Mid-Day) last day (Monday-Sunday or Saturday to Friday)

* Friday evening collection is between the hours of 5.00-7.00pm only. If you are going to arrive later, we will switch on the interior lights in the boat and the handover will be done from 8am the following day. You will not be permitted to leave the marina until handover is complete. We can sometimes do handovers earlier, but this is subject to the boat being made ready in time – Please contact us on the day of charter for updates and please do not arrive early without checking with us first, as we may have to turn you away.

The boats must be returned and handed over to us by the stipulated time on the last day of charter, fuelled, cleaned (we do offer a cleaning service at extra cost – £125/boat) and all your kit off the boat ready for us to carry-out maintenance and sanitising cleaning (for Covid-purposes) ready for the next customer.

We can sometimes tailor specific handover times to suit customers, but this is strictly subject to arrangement with us and availability of boats which may be on courses/charters with other customers.

Terms and Conditions can be found here Terms & Conditions Of Charter – Commodore Yachting (commodore-yachting.com)

Our fleet yachts

Melbourne Star

The smallest yacht in our fleet at 36′ (10.97m), Melbourne Star is very user-friendly and easy to sail, yet she packs all the big features that her larger sisters have along with three double cabins. New sprayhood and stack-pack fitted in 2023.

Mayan Star is our 2015 model Bavaria 37′ (11.27m) cruiser. With her fresh modern looks, twin wheeled helm and contemporary interior she’s always popular and in demand. New stack-pack fitted in 2023.

Elizabeth Star

Elizabeth Star is one of our matched-pair Bavaria 38′ cruisers. With great sea handling manners she’s a joy to sail when hopping around the Solent or going further afield. New sails, sprayhood & stack-pack fitted July 2023.

Victoria Star

The sister ship to Elizabeth Star, our Victoria Star (38′) is a joy to sail and still has all the big facilities, features and comfort you’d expect from a modern yacht. With impeccable sea-handling, she’s the perfect Solent or cross-channel cruising yacht. New sails, sprayhood & stack-pack fitted July 2023.

Adelaide Star

One of our matched pair 44′ (13.42m) Bavaria cruising yachts, Adelaide Star has ample room on board for that channel crossing, or for undertaking longer passages when exploring the south coast of the UK and further afield. With new 75hp Volvo Penta engine, sprayhood and stack-pack fitted in 2023.

Emerald Star

Sister ship to Adelaide Star, our Emerald Star is the perfect yacht to spend a long holiday charter on, exploring all the sights that the Solent has to offer, along with being more than capable on longer passages. With new 75hp Volvo Penta engine fitted in 2023. New sails & sprayhood fitted July 2023.

We need your charter yacht!

We are looking to increase our charter fleet with new yachts for our customers. Do you have a coded charter yacht thats being managed by another charter company, but not quite giving you the returns you were promised? You need to talk to us!

* Please contact us for details of what qualifications you’ll need. As a minimum we require RYA Day Skipper Practical (Gained in UK waters) although we appreciate not everyone has paper qualifications, so if you can safely demonstrate your sailing abilities under our watchful eye, then we are happy for you to charter our vessels subject to a satisfactory deposit being paid.

** Our yacht charters are solely for the use of private recreational sailors/families and for private tuition courses/experiences run by ourselves. We unfortunately cannot allow 3rd party commercial entities to run training courses on our vessels. Failure to disclose this at the time of booking will mean the forfeit of any deposit paid.

By submitting this form, you consent to us contacting you by both email or phone with regards to your enquiry.

Customer reviews

A fantastic weekend of sailing, almost 130 NM in all, with a relaxed, but fully engaging skipper. Great set up and brilliant on the admin. Thanks Stef, Tom et al!

I did a weeks coastal skipper course getting ready for my yacht master and I have to say it was one of the best training weeks I’ve had - our training instructor was superb, exactly the sort of person that you want. He could inspire, provide discipline and impart knowledge as well as let you learn through your own mistakes. Tom and Steph run an excellent operation there and I highly recommend it. They’re flexible and very helpful when it comes to your journey into being a qualified sailor.

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Solent Leisure Charters

Welcome to Solent Leisure Charters, the premier choice for luxury yacht charters in the Solent. Our passion for sailing is matched only by our commitment to providing you with an unforgettable experience.

Contact us below to book your dream experience today: 

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Our Service

Explore the Solent and beyond with our expert crew. Our yacht charters can take you to Cowes, Yarmouth, and beyond. Whether you're looking for a romantic evening, family day out, or a corporate event, we have the perfect destination for you. We've covered many events in and around the Solent including The Bournemouth Air Show, Cowes Week and The Little Britain Challenge Cup so there is a high chance you have seen Clueless and the team in action already! Contact us today for more information regarding destinations, we are happy to help!

Solent Leisure Charters offers an array of maritime experiences. Our Full Day Charter provides a complete day of exploration along the stunning Solent coast. For those with limited time, our Half Day Charter offers a shorter yet exhilarating escape. If you seek romance or tranquility, our Sunset Cruise is perfect as the sun sets over the serene waters. Whether you have a day to spare or just a few hours, Solent Leisure Charters invites you to create lasting memories on the picturesque Solent waters, tailored to your desires.

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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]

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SOLENT SAILING

Skippered yacht charters and mile building mentoring from solent sailing call 07768 360420   for our latest prices and mile building dates.

CONFIDENCE BUILDING MILE BUILDER WEEKEND IN THE SOLENT - THREE PLACES AVAILABLE - 6th to 8th SEPTEMBER

DATE: 6th, 7th and 8th September

EVENT: Confidence Building Mile Builder Weekend in the Solent

PRICE: £300 per person, which includes: RYA Qualified Skipper, Safety Equipment, Fuel, and Snacks Onboard

Are you a newly qualified Day Skipper or Competent Crew and want to progress? This weekend is great to brush up on old skills and build miles, confidence and experience.

For more information or to make a booking, please call 07768 360420

WE ALSO HAVE ANOTHER WEEKEND AVAILABLE:

MILE BUILDER WEEKEND IN THE SOLENT

TWO PLACES AVAILABLE - 20th to 22nd SEPTEMBER

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TESTIMONIALS

“A wonderful week sailing in the Solent and around the Isle of White on Galaxy with Hugh and Pete… As a novice yachts man, I was given every opportunity to act as helmsman and was fully immersed in all sailing. Without doubt when time allows I will be booking further sailing trips on Galaxy, with Hugh and Pete!”

Jamie P Flanagan

“Great sailing weekend from Lymington. Thanks for sorting everything Hugh.”

“ahh missing the ocean thanks for a great time xx”, admin office.

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Solent Yacht Charter

Uk yacht hire from lymington hampshire.

Cost crash for early season Solent sailing. Just £49pp – catered!

Take advantage of this early season Solent yacht charter bargain which is also available for Saturdays, our most popular day (whilst stocks last!)  Get on the helm and experience the thrill of being on the water under sail as we cruise up and down the Solent looking for a shoreside bar or bay to drop anchor in for refreshments. 

Lymington yacht charter allows operation at all states of the tide, there is no sand bar preventing entering or leaving the river at low water on a spring tide. Days out for birthdays for example are always popular, a short sail takes us to Yarmouth on the island or the amazing TheHut seafood restaurant at Colwell Bay.

We are planning some special Solent yacht charter events for the 2024 season, combining a days sailing with close quarter viewing of world famous sailing regattas. These include Cowes Week which takes place from 27 July to 2 August. Spectacular race viewing is available off the starting line at the Royal Yacht Squadron. If you have a special birthday to celebrate during this period this would be a Solent boat charter idea they would all thank you for. Moreover we can also land you ashore to experience the lively shore side music entertainment and cuisine in the competitors village.

Round The Island Race

Next up is the Round The Island Race, another Solent yacht charter occasion not to miss. In 2024, the race weekend is 14-16 June. Charter us for the weekend and you will get two nights in Cowes to soak up the atmosphere. You will even join the fleet down the Solent for a while for you to experience the racing close up. We have taken part in the actual race around 10 times, at times claimed to be the worlds largest major race with up to 1800 yachts taking place.

Old Gaffers Regatta Yarmouth Isle of Wight

The Solent Old Gaffers regatta, usually takes place in Yarmouth Isle of Wight in May. Our crews can enjoy the colourful gaff-rigged traditional sailing boats with local cuisine, music and crafts on offer. Above all a half day booking is sufficient as Yarmouth is a short trip across the Solent from Lymington. Many of our destinations are on the Isle of Wight so your Solent crossing worth up to £40 depending on the season is included in our price.

Eastern Solent Destinations

These Solent boat charters nevertheless allow us to visit destinations further afield. Newtown Creek is a great spot for drinks at anchor while viewing the population of seals. The Medina river is full of interesting bars and restaurants, for instance we like the Folly Inn at Whippenham. Another favorite is the Gosport lightship restaurant and across the other side of Portsmouth Harbour , Gunwharf Quays with its Spinnaker Tower and outlet shopping. For the later trips, you will need to book a full day when tides are favorable.

Solent Yacht Charter Further Afield

Experienced sailors may enjoy a sail across Christchurch Bay to Old Harry Rocks, location of the beautiful blue flag Studland Bay beaches. Occasionaly we may be lucky enough to spot dolphins swimming in the yachts bow wave if under sail.

Sea Miles – Solent yacht charter

Finally for anyone wishing to compile sea miles for their Royal Yachting Association (RYA) cerificates, we schedule Weymouth weekends calling in at the spectacular Lulworth Cove on Dorsets Jurassic coast. A return course via Alderney in the Channel Islands is a possibility if wind and tide direction make this a better option. Here can be found our original website hurst point original site

Plan a unique birthday experience with up to 13 people, going on a route of your choosing!

Hen Weekends

Spend 2 nights on board visiting some of the best bars, bays and restaurants in the Solent!

Family Days Out

A perfect way to keep the kids entertained, with loads of places available to visit en route.

One of the largest privately-owned Superyachts available to charter on the Hamble River in the Solent

Welcome to Solent Superyacht Charters

Solent Superyacht Charters is a luxury motor yacht charter company, offering unique and unforgettable excursions in the stunning waters of southern England.

Step aboard the Lucky Ash, one of the largest privately owned yachts available to charter on the Hamble River in the Solent. Featuring sumptuous furnishings, a whole range of modern facilities and room enough for up to 12 guests, you can simply sit back with a glass of champagne and watch the world go by.

The Solent offers excellent sailing, marina facilities and beautiful coastlines to explore. It’s the perfect backdrop for family celebrations, corporate events or a romantic treat for you and your loved one.

Whatever you have in mind for your day on the water, our team can make it happen for you.

Solent Superyacht Charters

Qualified skipper and experienced crew.

A commercially qualified skipper and experienced crew will be on hand at all times to ensure all your needs are catered for; we can even arrange additional transport, dining reservations and on-board entertainment to make your time with us extra special.

Professional, high-level service

With Solent Superyacht Charters, you can expect professional, high-level service with a warm, personal approach.

To find out more about our services or to discuss your requirements, get in touch and call our friendly team today on  +44 (0)7836 204105 .

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Come and try sailing with us.

Throughout the year we offer day sails from marinas based around the solent. these are highly popular and will provide you with an excellent opportunity to learn the ropes., a day out with uk yacht charters are all about getting hands on with the yacht but reassuring you with one of our professional skippers..

Join the Ranks of Happy Sailors: Discover Why Our Guests Choose Us for Their Yachting Escapades

Great customer service is the heart of our business. Hear from our happy clients who kindly shared their opinion.

“Michael was a pleasure to sail with. We had our two families on board and Michael was great with the kids. He got them involved in all aspects of sailing which is exactly what we requested. Grand Cru was in excellent condition- very clean and well kept. We found Michael to be competent , friendly, and knowledgeable and we all had a great day on the water. Thank you!!”

“We had a fantastic weekend sailing with Michael! A great host and wonderful skipper, who had plenty of local knowledge and took us to some beautiful spots. The boat has (more than) everything you need, and was very clean and well kept. Highly recommended.”

August 2023

Upcoming events south coast.

Round the Island Race

Sat 15 June

Sat 27 July – Tue, 02 Aug

Bournemouth Airshow 2024

Thu 29 Aug – Sat, 31 Aug

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Fri, 13 Sep – Sun, 22 Sep

Sailing Charter Isle of Wight

Set sail with us on our all inclusive skippered charters; cruise the Solent, drop anchor in Newtown Creek or go for a swim in Osborne Bay.  ​

The perfect activity for family adventures, special birthdays, group activities and much more. ​

Each charter includes a fully tailored experience, a friendly and professional skipper, lunch and all boat running costs. ​

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We strive  to create the perfect environment for you to relax and enjoy being out on the water.  With tailored programmes and lunch included as standard it really is the full package. 

Sailing is our passion, it is fun, eco friendly  and when you set off all problems seem to disappear. With the wind in the sails there really is nothing quite like it. 

The Solent is full of exciting and stunning places to to see and visit. Wildlife in abundance and incredible bays to drop anchor, its an adventure like no other.

Typical Day Sail Itinerary

9.30 Meet at Salty HQ

9.45 Head down to the yacht, Tea or Coffee with a quick but comprehensive safety brief

10.15 Slip lines and head out to sea

10.30 Set sail in a direction suitable with wind and tide

12.30 Drop anchor in one of the many bays for lunch (Included as standard)

1.30 Lift anchor for an afternoon sailing home

4.30 Finish, Smiles all round

16th September - March 31st = £700

1st April - June 30th = £800

1st July - 15th September = £900

Weekend Rate = + £50pd

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"We had an absolutely amazing day out sailing with Salty Sailing. Our family of four all enjoyed the experience and will definitely do this again next time we’re in Cowes. Hugo and Katie are the perfect relaxed hosts, everything was well organised and they provided a great lunch."

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Our luxury sail boat charter yacht’s are a great way to experience the Solent’s perfect sailing conditions. Our experienced RYA Captain’s will take care of the skippering so you can sit back and relax. Enjoy the fresh air and freedom provided by our Solent Yacht Charters today.

• Corporate Days
• Stag & Hens
• Family Days
• Celebrations
• Anniversaries
• Round Island Race

Our yacht charters can be tailored around your requirements. Embarkation points are from Hayling Island and Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth (both 1.5 hours from London). Experience sail boat charter from White Storm.

Day, evening and weekend yacht charters

Mca licensed for 10 guests, bespoke dining tailored to your requirements, cowes week and racing events, stand up paddle boards included.

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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.

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Yacht & Catamaran Charter in the Solent, UK

We can help you find the perfect yacht or catamaran to sail in the Solent!

Sailing from the Solent

The Solent is the home of sailing, and an epic and historic place to sail - the boats built and sailed from here through the years have had a profound impact on the world – from Sir Francis Drake embarking on conquests, Lord Nelson’s war galleons, to the Titanic (which began her maiden voyage here) and the D-day landings (and much more). Now it is home to the world’s most important Sailing Regatta (Cowes), and the world’s most famous sailing race (Round the Island).

The Solent offers a range of in-land and coastal sailing, with plenty of interesting and historic places to sail to and explore – like Cowes, Beaulieu, Chichester and Yarmouth – and you’ll often be surrounded by magnificent cliffs, amazing beaches and lush rolling green hills. Coupled with reliable winds, predominant sunshine, and pleasant temperatures during the sailing season, the Solent is a fantastic place to charter a yacht! We can help you find and book your ideal yacht or catamaran, with one of our trusted Charter Partners - just get in touch or search in the pink box with live prices and availability !  

 SAILING RATING:  Intermediate / Advanced - England offers excellent wind conditions, but you will also need to have a good understanding of tides and how they can affect your speed and course over the ground to get anywhere (sometimes literally). The season runs from March to November, with the peak season being in July and August (UK summer holiday season).

 MUST-SEE:  Our full suggested itinerary is further down the page, but we'd highly recommend taking in the famous Needles off the Isle of Wight, the nautical village of Cowes, and the splendid Roman village of Chichester, with it’s fantastic cathedral. There’s also the Mary Rose ship at Gosport, or the picturesque Beaulieu, amongst many others!

 WHAT WE CAN OFFER:  We have a great range of yachts and catamarans available for charter from our trusted Charter Partners, all available bareboat or Skippered. We can also arrange a Hostess, Personal Chef and other crew.

 GETTING THERE:  We operate from three marinas in the Solent area, which are within a 40 minutes drive of the local Southampton airport, or within a 2 hours’ drive from London airports. We can organise transfers for you if required – just ask.

 WHY BOOK WITH US?  We only work with the very best professional charter operators , who we have met, know, and trust to give you the same outstanding customer service as you'll get from PlainSailing.com.  

 WHAT NEXT?  Use the pink box to search for yachts or catamarans in England. Sadly we don't currently have live availability and pricing for English yachts, but we'll do our best to get you the yacht you want - if you have any other questions or requests, get in touch via Live Chat, the Contact Form , or by phone.  

The Solent is the home of sailing, and an epic and historic place to sail - the boats built and sailed from here through the years have had a profound impact on the world – from Sir Francis Drake embarking on conquests, Lord Nelson’s war galleons, to the Titanic (which began her maiden voyage here) and the D-day landings (and much more). Now it is home to the world’s most important Sailing Regatta (Cowes), and the world’s most famous sailing race (Round the Island).

The Solent offers a range of in-land and coastal sailing, with plenty of interesting and historic places to sail to and explore – like Cowes, Beaulieu, Chichester and Yarmouth – and you’ll often be surrounded by magnificent cliffs, amazing beaches and lush rolling green hills. Coupled with reliable winds, predominant sunshine, and pleasant temperatures during the sailing season, the Solent is a fantastic place to charter a yacht! We can help you find and book your ideal yacht or catamaran, with one of our trusted Charter Partners - just get in touch or search in the pink box with live prices and availability !  

 SAILING RATING:  Intermediate / Advanced - England offers excellent wind conditions, but you will also need to have a good understanding of tides and how they can affect your speed and course over the ground to get anywhere (sometimes literally). The season runs from March to November, with the peak season being in July and August (UK summer holiday season).

 MUST-SEE:  Our full suggested itinerary is further down the page, but we'd highly recommend taking in the famous Needles off the Isle of Wight, the nautical village of Cowes, and the splendid Roman village of Chichester, with it’s fantastic cathedral. There’s also the Mary Rose ship at Gosport, or the picturesque Beaulieu, amongst many others!

 WHAT WE CAN OFFER:  We have a great range of yachts and catamarans available for charter from our trusted Charter Partners, all available bareboat or Skippered. We can also arrange a Hostess, Personal Chef and other crew.

 GETTING THERE:  We operate from three marinas in the Solent area, which are within a 40 minutes drive of the local Southampton airport, or within a 2 hours’ drive from London airports. We can organise transfers for you if required – just ask.

 WHY BOOK WITH US?  We only work with the very best professional charter operators , who we have met, know, and trust to give you the same outstanding customer service as you'll get from PlainSailing.com.  

 WHAT NEXT?  Use the pink box to search for yachts or catamarans in England. Sadly we don't currently have live availability and pricing for English yachts, but we'll do our best to get you the yacht you want - if you have any other questions or requests, get in touch via Live Chat, the Contact Form , or by phone.  

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Suggested sailing itinerary, wind & weather conditions, marina details, sample prices   -   solent sailing itinerary  -   wind & weather  -   marina details, 6-day sailing itinerary in the solent.

The Solent is an intriguing place to sail, with dramatic cliffs, fantastic beaches and idyllic towns and villages, all steeped in centuries of nautical history. Throw in brilliant sailing conditions, lots of yachts in the giant marinas in the area, and you can see why they call this the home of sailing - plus practically everyone knows about sailing.

It’s only a six-day itinerary because the odds are that you’ll be busy getting provisions and getting familiar with the boat on the Friday you arrive, and you have to return to the home marina on the Thursday - but you can stay on board for a final night, before disembarking on Friday morning. This itinerary starts in our main marina base of Lymington, but you can obviously also start or end in Hamble (or substitute Hamble for Gosport) and sail the same circular route.  

Today we’re just making a short hop to Hamble-le-rice, or Hamble as it’s better known, which is a short run with the prevailing west-south-westerly summer wind away. Being a short leg means you can get familiar with the boat and give everyone a chance to take the helm - with an optional man overboard drill to act as a useful refresher.

Hamble is actually technically inland, and you sail up the river Hamble to take your pick from one of a number of well-protected marinas. The whole area will be bustling with sailors, and Hamble is a picturesque village with olde style English houses with thatched rooves and cobbled streets. There’s plenty of great places to eat and drink here (many with beautiful settings by the waterside). Sailors have been stopping here for literally hundreds of years, so I am sure the buildings could share a tale or two.  

From Hamble, we’re heading back out to the English Channel (incidentally, the French just call it La Manche or ‘the Channel’) before tacking to port and following the prevailing wind east and along the south coast. Chichester is back inland, so you’ll need to sail north past West Wittering village, and up the Ichenor reach to get to Chichester marina – a natural marina which, with space for over 1,000 berths, is also the biggest in England. Chichester is about a 5km walk away, or a ten-minute taxi ride, but there are beaches nearby if you prefer to relax.

If you have time, and you’re interested, then you can take lunch in Gosport (Portsmouth) on the way where there’s multiple maritime museums. At the very least, it’s worth sailing into the area to have a close look at HMS Discovery (which was the famous English Naval General Lord Horatio Nelson’s very own boat in the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805 – which he won) or the Mary Rose (Henry VIII’s boat), which was sunk by the French in the Solent in 1545 (and retrieved in 1982).  

To get to Cowes, we need to sail south and out of the Chichester harbour area (an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’ and home to many seals) before tacking into the prevailing summer winds. The land on your nose is the Isle of Wight, and Cowes is on the northern tip of this diamond-shaped rock.

To get to a mooring in Cowes you’ll need to get past the Cowes ‘floating bridge’ – a ferry service across the River Medina which has been in operation since 1720, and links the two sides of the village without the need for a 10 mile round-trip. It started as rowing boats, but is now a chain ferry which can also accommodate 20 or so cars. Cowes is a place any sailor will find interesting, and it has some of the finest seafood you’ll ever find.  

From Cowes, we’re crossing the Solent (which is actually the name for the bit of water between England and the Isle of Wight) and sailing inland to visit Beaulieu. Beau Lieu is French for ‘Beautiful place’ and the Abbey and estate here certainly are! You’ll need to moor at Bucklers Hard (an idyllic Georgian village which was also a place where they built ships – including three war galleons which were involved in the Battle of Trafalgar) and then stroll to the village and its wonderful Palace house from there.

Then we’re back down the river and over the Solent again to Yarmouth, another pretty and nautical-obsessed town on the Isle of Wight.  

It’s made more complicated still by the wreck of the SS Varvassi (which ran aground here in 1947 when it was carrying a load of tangerines from Algiers to Southampton) – all 1,800 boats are aiming to squeeze through the 60m gap between the lighthouse and the wreck, but a fair number each year end the race here.

To get there for a closer look, we need to sail into the Solent then head west, tacking up the prevailing wind as we follow the magnificent coastline. Make the turn if you have the time, before setting a course pretty much due west for Poole, back on the UK mainland. Poole is a natural harbour area, and there is a vast amount of water ‘inland’ behind the gap in the coastline. The largest island in here is Brownsea Island, which is where the first ever Scout camp took place in 1907 – Scouting began as a small camp here for young teenage boys and the organisation now spans 216 countries and has over 50 million members!  

It will be hard not to spot Bournemouth beach on your port side, which is the UK’s longest beach, and one of the best – there’s over seven miles of delightful sandy beach, and over five million people visit it each year. They say the water is warmer here, so it might be worth throwing down the anchor for a quick dip if you haven’t yet done so this week.

You’ll sail past Hurst castle as you re-enter the Solent (built by Henry VIII to protect the Solent) which, for a number of years, housed the most powerful guns or weapons in the world! And then it’s back to the marina. Don’t forget to refill the fuel tanks before mooring her up one last time. You’ll be able to stay on-board tonight, so there is still time to check out Lymington and have one last night with the crew before you head back to the real world.

Hopefully the weather has been kind to you, you’ve enjoyed exploring the beautiful Solent, and you’re leaving with better friends than you arrived with. You might already have decided as a crew to come again next year, or maybe you fancy sailing somewhere new? In either case, head to PlainSailing.com to get some inspiration about places to sail from and to read the destination guides. Have a safe journey home, and we look forward to seeing you soon.  

Sailing Conditions

In the Solent the wind is at a steady Force 4 throughout the year, and it arrives almost always from a South-westerly direction, having raced right across the Atlantic before arriving on your sails. Whilst there are occasions where other weather systems will affect the wind conditions (notably when high or low pressures are above the Solent), these usually pass within a couple of days.

The added challenge of sailing out here is that you have to factor in the effect that tides will have on your course and speed over ground, and, in some cases whether you can enter or leave a harbour – so be sure to consider tides as well as checking the wind forecast.

We operate from a number of marinas in the Solent area - Hamble, Gosport and Lymington are all within 20 to 40 minutes drive of the local Southampton airport, or within a 2 hour drive from London airports, and are all fantastic jumping off points for exploring the area.

Charters typically start on a Friday, so if your flights don't quite match, you might need somewhere to stay on-land for a night or two - we recommend Landfall B&B or Royal Southern Yacht Club in Hamble, Spring Garden Guest House in Gosport, or The Bosun's Chair in Lymington.

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 WHAT NEXT?  Use the pink box to search for yachts or catamarans in England. Sadly we don't currently have live availability and pricing for English yachts, but we'll do our best to get you the yacht you want - if you have any other questions or requests, get in touch via Live Chat, the Contact Form , or by phone.

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Solent Boat Share and Charters

Are you looking to enjoy a bareboat charter in the Solent area?

Thinking of taking a trip to the Isle of Wight, lunch at The Hut, Seal spotting at Newtown Creek, shopping at Gunwharf Quays or visiting other Solent sights?  Or are you looking to enjoy a  day of fishing o r for a boat where you can stay on board overnight? 

Solent Boat Share and Charters have a boat style for you, perfect for the changeable British weather! You can enjoy a half-day, full-day or longer bareboat charter, chose to have a skipper or chose our boat share option to get you on the water in and around Solent Water.

Stella Blue

Fast, reliable & comfortable, bareboat, skippered or boat share.

• Charter area

Blue Moon and Escape can be picked up from Universal Marina on the River Hamble or by arrangement we can drop off at other local marinas. Stella Blue is moored at Warsash.  You can enjoy  trips within the charter area between West Wittering and the Needles.

• Charter requirements

To charter our vessels you will need Powerboat level 2 or equivalent boating experience.

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Solent Bareboat Yacht Charter

Our uk solent based bareboat charter yachts are available for weekends, week days or longer..

The normal required qualification for bareboat charters is a Day skipper practical with good miles and Yachtmaster practical for offshore sailing.  Sometimes clients who have been sailing a few years without formal qualifications are permitted to charter bareboat yachts.

Please feel free to  contact us and send a skippering CV and logbook for clarification. You will be pleased to hear there is not much tide running through our berths (each yacht has her own so no mooring alongside another yacht and having to put out springs etc). There is ample free parking unike many Marina’s in the Solent.

We are committed to a policy of offering a high quality, personalised yacht charter service at reasonable and competitive prices. Our yachts are based at Haslar Marina for easy 5 minute access to the Solent.

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
• Non charter company branded yachts
• Highly experienced, Helpful, Knowledgable staff
• Children’s auto life jackets available on request & junior foulies available
• Individual Marina berths with minimal tide running through
• Full public and employers liability insured
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Welcome to Valentina Charters

Discover the beauty of the Solent aboard our elegant Fairline Phantom 46 Motor Cruiser. We offer a range of charter options which can be designed around your personal needs. Spend the day with friends or family, enjoy a sunset evening cruise or celebrate a special occasion. Our dedicated team will ensure a fantastic and memorable day on the ocean.

DAY CHARTERS

Embark on an adventure. We offer various destinations for our day charter trips.  

CORPORATE EVENTS

Host a memorable and impressive corporate charter. Available for a full day or evening event. 

SPECIAL OCCASIONS

Celebrate in style and create a day to remember with our private charter.  

SUNSET CRUISES

Set sail at golden hour and experience a sunset to remember.

Experience delicious food in one of the most desirable restaurants. We’ll take you door to door to The Hut.

SCATTERING ASHES

Say a lasting goodbye to a loved one with a scattering of ashes at sea, available at various locations in the Solent.

Our Motor Cruiser Boat Charter

Fairline Phantom 46

Valentina is the perfect place to enjoy a day at sea. An exceptionally spacious flybridge cruiser for her size with space for 12 including our crew.

Inside, she offers great comfort with an indoor saloon. Perfect if the weather takes a turn.

Outdoors, enjoy a social relaxation area as well as space to sunbathe and enjoy our beautiful coastal views.

Type of vessel: Motor Yacht Length: 47.87 ft Beam: 14.17 ft Berths: 6 Toilets: 2 Passenger Capacity: 10 Location: Port Solent MCA coded to Category 2: 60 miles from a safe haven

Charters to the Hut

Experience delicious food in one of the most desirable restaurants on the Solent, The Hut, nestled in the centre of Colwell Bay, Isle of Wight. Enjoy the stunning Solent scenery, moor up somewhere to swim or paddle board and enjoy a trip to this iconic and exclusive eatery.

THE HUT CHARTERS FROM £1700

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Dine out at the Hut with stunning views and delicious seafood.

GIVE THE GIFT OF ADVENTURE

GIVE THE GIFT OF A SAILING ADVENTURE WITH A VALENTINA CHARTERS GIFT VOUCHER. OUR GIFT VOUCHERS CAN BE USED IN FULL OR PART-PAYMENT FOR A BOAT CHARTER EXPERIENCE.

HAPPY PASSENGERS

“I recently went out for a boat day charter with Valentina Charters to the Isle of Wight. Glenn and his crew went out of the their way to accommodate our group of 8 including our 6 month old baby. Glenn is friendly, and knowledgeable, finding the best spots to stop for a swim and paddle board while feeling safe at all times. Such a fun day!”

“I’ve been on a couple of boat trips with Valentina and the crew now and have absolutely loved them both. The first a day trip to the Isle of Wight complete with a stint on the stand up paddle boards, and the second an evening out on flat water overlooking the Spinnaker Tower and the full moon. Glenn and his crew couldn’t have been more welcoming and accommodating, ensuring we felt completely comfortable and enjoyed every moment. Valentina is a beautiful boat upon which I hope to spend much more time with friends and family. Thanks so much Glenn!”

“We wanted to thank Valentina Charters for an amazing Sunset Cruise on Friday night, Glenn and Liv’s warm and friendly hospitality from boarding to departing exceeded all of my expectations. The boat is beautiful and Glenn’s knowledge of the sea and his vessel made for the perfect experience. I would not hesitate in recommending the sunset cruise enough if you are looking for a boat charter.”

“Yesterday was a child free trip on Valentina. What a beautiful day, great company and an amazing boat. Highly recommended for a perfect day out. Thank you, Glenn and crew.”

“Glenn’s knowledge of sailing is second to none and he expertly adjusted our trip around the weather to ensure we received the best days sailing. A fantastic day was had by everyone in our group and will be looking to repeat it very soon with another boat charter.”

Darren and Selina

“What a truly beautiful boat. Immaculately clean, comfortable with everything you need to enjoy for a day out on the ocean. Glenn’s knowledge of the area ensured we got to travel to the very best places. The crew are very professional and take care of your every need. A fantastic charter experience, creating wonderful memories.”

“We chartered Valentina for the day. We had an amazing day. The boat was of a high standard, comfortable, and spotless. The staff were very attentive and professional. There were 10 of us with plenty of room for all. We had an option of sitting upper deck, lower deck, or a warm comfortable inside. Definitely would recommend this boat and staff. 5 stars.”

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UK Yacht Charter: Bareboat Yacht Rental, Skippered Yacht Hire, Corporate Yacht Charter

Everything you need to make your yachting in the Solent, UK South Coast, Channel Islands and Northern France both enjoyable and exhilarating – whether private yacht charter or corporate entertainment ; whether bareboat yacht charter or skippered yacht hire .

An extensive fleet of beautiful, privately owned yachts for bareboat charter, skippered charter and corporate sailing days and events, superbly equipped , maintained and presented, with friendly personal service, located at the most convenient marina in the heart of the UK’s sailing mecca near Southampton in the South of England; all at very affordable prices.

Bareboat and Skippered Yacht Charter

Our large and varied fleet is available for bareboat charter and for skippered charter within the Solent, along the South Coast and across the Channel. As our yachts are privately owned, they are not company branded and do not look or feel like charter yachts.

If you lack confidence or crew, or want to organise a special event then take one of our professional skippers with you!

Corporate Yacht Charter

We are experienced providers of hospitality events on the water in the Southampton area for all budgets, and can organise corporate sailing events, company sailing days and team-building activities ranging from a Solent day sail with lunch in Cowes to elaborate race days and cross-channel multi-yacht events.

This is your choice at Hamble Point Yacht Charters, the UK’s leading independent charter fleet operator , based at Hamble Point Marina near Southampton, moments from the centre of Solent Sailing on the UK’s South Coast. If you are not yet one of our regular customers, come and see for yourself.

WHAT CLIENTS SAY

We have just had another wonderful week on a yacht we chartered from Hamble Point Yacht Charters. We have sailed several of their boats, this time it was a lovely 35 foot Bavaria. Chartering from HPYC is always an easy choice for us: the boats are well maintained, support is excellent, and the staff are always super friendly and helpful. On top of that, Hamble Point is such an ideal starting location for sailing around the Solent.

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

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