Nestling between the oak trees on the east bank of the river Hamble approximately a mile and a half from the mouth of the river where the Hamble joins Southampton water and the Solent lies a 68 acres site. Most of land is set aside for nature, 10 acres of which hosts a traditional boat yard that has undergone significant changes over the past 10 years. Facilities on site are CafÈ Lulworth, Training schools, yacht repairs, maintenance, yacht development & management, Classic yacht charter Yacht brokers surveyors and a host of other businesses.

The historic harbour town of Watchet on the Bristol Channel coast has a proud maritime past which stretches back over many hundreds of years. Now, in the 21st century, the future of the harbour is brighter than ever before, with the opening of the unique Watchet Harbour Marina in July 2001. Watchet Harbour Marina will provide a total of 250 berths for berth holders and visiting yachts, suitable for sail or motor boats up to 20 metres in length. Situated in an area renowned for its outstanding natural beauty, Watchet Harbour Marina is destined to become extremely popular as a port of call, whether it be for a weekend, a holiday, or as a permanent home for your craft.

Weymouth Marina is a modern purpose-built marina providing over 280 permanent and visiting berths, situated in the inner harbour beyond the town's historic lifting bridge. There are no tidal access restrictions as the marina is dredged to 2.5 metres below chart datum. Weymouth is ideally situated mid-way between The Solent and the West Country and provides the shortest crossing to France west of Folkestone.If you plan to travel to the Channel Islands then Weymouth is the closest departure point for the islands, and Condor Ferries run a Fast Cat ferry service to Guernsey and Jersey.

Whitehaven Marina is the maritime gateway to England's Lake District. The 17th century, historical, substantially built Harbour, offers a quality, fully serviced Marina. It was opened in 1997 and awarded Blue Flag status in 2003. With near 24-hour access, Whitehaven Marina is set to become the North West of England's premier cruising harbour of the 21st century. Whitehaven is uniquely situated at the South Western entrance to the Solway Firth and is ideally placed geographically to offer boat owners a superb departure point for the Isle of Man, Ireland, Southern Scotland, Clyde and Hebridean cruising or even a departure point for transatlantic cruising.

In a tranquil garden setting, with a large river frontage for easy mooring, this 175 berth marina is one of the most attractive marinas on the Thames. There are many places of interest within a day's cruising. Upstream, the Thames is navigable as far as Lechlade. Between Windsor and Oxford there are several riverside inns, stately homes and gardens to visit including Cliveden Mansion, with its extensive Italianate gardens and woodlands. Downstream lie Eton and the charming village of Datchet.

Woolverstone Marina is set in 22 acres of glorious parkland on the picturesque River Orwell with the Royal Harwich Yacht Club nearby. There are a number of navigable estuaries close at hand, providing interesting sailing in sheltered waters. Or for those wishing to head further afield, Ostend is only 79 miles from Harwich, Holland and France are also within easy reach. As well as 235 pontoon berths, there are 110 swinging moorings with a water taxi service. In addition to the berthing facilities, there is an on-site caravan park along with a sailing school.

Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight, is a picturesque fishing, ferry and yachting port widely regarded as one of the jewels of the South Coast. The deepwater harbour retains its old world aura while visiting yachtsmen will find a range of amenities which are very much up to date. Plentiful berths for cruising yachts and rallies are augmented by 38 moorings off the Harbour. Yarmouth Town is well stocked for provisioning and chandlery, and visitors will find no shortage of hostelries, cafes and restaurants for inner refreshment.