Alternative meeting point: Hamble Point, Southampton
Head to The Hut for lunch, see the Needles rise from the sea, or cruise past the Solent’s sea forts. Choose your departure marina and explore with a skipper, or hire a RIB and take the helm yourself.
More time on the water, without owning a boat. Choose the access that suits you, with the club fleet, boat-handling tuition and unlimited time on the water included.
Every plan includes fleet access, weekday boating, boat-handling tuition, insurance cover and an additional household member. Explore the Solent, with Mallorca and Corfu available as optional overseas add-ons.
Save 5% with the annual payment option. A £500 saving is available if you join before 1 January 2027.
Membership Details
Overseas boating: Mallorca and Corfu are optional. The additional joining fee and trip allowance are to be confirmed.
Booking credits: one weekday full day uses one booking; one weekend half day also uses one booking.
Up to two named members may book under one membership, with boat use at separate times.
Insurance includes damage and third-party claims. The excess and final policy terms are to be confirmed.
Fuel is charged per litre.
Membership terms are subject to confirmation.
+ MEET THE RIBS
Days out and adventures on the Solent and in Mallorca
Approximate positions. Selected hazards only. Use current charts & Notices to Mariners.
1The Hut
Seafood, cocktails & beachfront dining at Colwell Bay, with western Solent views. A tender collects boat arrivals, weather permitting. Opening times: see live reservations.
Step ashore in this historic harbour town to explore its castle, independent shops & waterside places to eat, or enjoy a stroll beside the Solent.
4The Needles
See the Isle of Wight’s distinctive chalk stacks & striped lighthouse from the water, with dramatic cliffs forming one of the island’s most memorable coastal views.
5The Forts (various)
Discover Victorian sea forts off Portsmouth, including Spitbank, Horse Sand & No Man’s Land. See the Solent’s maritime history from the water. Price on request.
6Cowes
Visit the sailing town at the mouth of the River Medina. Browse independent shops, stop for waterside dining & take in the harbour atmosphere at this popular Solent destination.