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Channel Dash Rally Announced
23rd to 26th April 2026
Now that Spring is here, it is time to be fixing your cruising plans and re-filling wine stocks. So sign up for the Channel Dash to clear out the Winter cobwebs and find some tasty new vintages.
Join Nigel and crew for a long weekend at Port Chantereyne Marina.
Security Marking Events at Parkstone
3rd March between 10.00 – 15.00 and 12th March 10.00 – 14.00 hrs in our Car Park
The Marine Police are kindly providing two dates to provide security marking of your property. The team visiting us will use a product called Selecta DNA which is a forensic marking system. The product contains a liquid specifically DNA-coded to each item which can be easily applied to any items of value. Details of marked equipment and owner details will be taken and registered against the serial number of the liquid used.
You can either bring smaller portable items to the team in the car park or they will you go to your boat in the haven or yard. or will it be small portable items brought to you?
Sailing World Speed Records - Winter Talk 19.30 25th March
Join us for a fascinating dive into the high-speed world of sailing records. We’ll be tracing the evolution of speed on the water, starting with the legendary tea clippers of the 1850s and cruising through to the high-tech record-breakers of today.
Through historic photography and captivating video, we’ll explore:
- The Icons: Massive clippers, nimble catamarans, and sleek trimarans.
- The Speedsters: Windsurfers and kite surfers pushing limits on the 500m course at Portland Harbour.
- The Eccentrics: A look at the "outside the box" designs—the ones that shattered records and the ones that sank without a trace.
It’s an evening of history, innovation, and a little bit of maritime madness.
Fitting Out Dinner Announced
Saturday 28th March
With the winter season wrapping up, let’s get together one last time before we hit the water. Come celebrate the end of the 'to-do list' and share what you have in store for the 2026 season ahead.
Mid Winter Dinner photos and Trophy Winners Announced
Easter Rally
3rd to 6th of April 2026
Once again, we are heading to Lymington for Easter with two nights on the Town Quay. As an option, and weather permitting, some of the rally may continue onto the Hamble.
Booking your space at Lymington is essential. Bookings open 2nd of January.
10% discount on Cherbourg Visitor Berthing fees for 2026
10% Discount possible when crossing the channel and visiting Cherbourg. Make this your first destination when crossing and enjoy this welcoming and modern marina in the heart of Cherbourg.
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The largest fleet in the club is highly active through the year. From rallies near and far, to social events, evening talks, winter walks and more, there are many benefits to joining the fleet.
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