Sailing weekend exploring the Solent

Sailing

May 02

2025

Easy Moderate Very Hard

You'll be required to be an active member of the crew throughout the trip, and have a level of agility to move around the boat.

OutdoorLads is joining up with the Sailing & Cruising Association (https://www.gaysailing.org.uk/) to run a 3 night sailing trip over the first May Bank Holiday weekend.

Our three day adventure starts at Gosport, where you will meet the rest of the crew on your boat. On Saturday we will sail on the Solent before making our way up the River Hamble in The Solent - one of the most popular cruising areas in the UK - to our mooring. There we will be joined by other S&CA members for a drink before making our way to a local pub for food.

Sunday will be spent in a similar way, with us mooring up overnight in Lymington, and an evening meal at another local pub.

Skippers

Each boat will be led by a fully qualified skipper from Commodore Yachting, who will ensure every gets fully involved with the sailing of the yachts.

What to expect:

You will be expected to help out with the basics of sailing and running a yacht, and to also follow the instructions of the skipper. Our night-time berths will be at marinas with decent toilet and shower facilities.

We will be on 2 yachts (one with 8 berths and one with 6 plus Skippers) such as the Adelaide Star (https://www.commodore-yachting.com/yacht-charter/adelaide-star/).

What if I have never sailed before?

This trip is fine for complete novices but you should be aware of the following: Sea conditions can vary - we may be sailing in strong winds and choppy seas. This is loads of fun but if you are not used to it you may find it a bit hairy to begin with. You may be sea sick, although the drugs do seem to work.

Cost

Cost will be £440 covering the boat, skipper, insurance for the charter, provisions (breakfast and lunch), and berthing at the various marinas. This cost will need to be paid directly to Commodore Yachting using this link (https://www.commodore-yachting.com/course/mile-builder-weekend-02-05-25-2/). Your place on the trip is not confirmed until you have paid.

Personal insurance isn't covered in the cost, but can be obtained from companies such as Topsail Insurance (http://www.topsailinsurance.com/insurance-quote/commodore-yachting).

Photos were personally taken by members of the Sailing & Cruising Association and are used with their permission.

Dogs: Just in case you wondered, this event is not suitable for dogs!

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