Welcome to the Parkstone YC Cruising Fleet Website
Gosport Rally to Hardway Sailing Club
17th to 19th of July
A new destinantion for many as Graham Reed organises this rally sailing through the Solent and up past Gosport to this small but delightful sailing club. To join him just click below for more details.
Day Sail Picnic to Studland
25th of July
Join Sheila and Ian of Sumara, for an informal day sail to Studland with a picnic on the beach.
Portland Rally
7-9th of August
Whether you’re a seasoned rally-goer or joining for the first time, we’d love to welcome you along for what promises to be a fantastic weekend of sailing, good company, and socialising staying at Portland Marina. Deadline to sign up is July 24th.
Yarmouth Rally
31st Aug. to 3rd Sept.
Always well attended, our rally to Yarmouth takes advantage of the Summer Bank Holiday to make our way to Yarmouth for a late summer get together!
Portland Rally 7-9th of August
Whether you’re a seasoned rally-goer or joining for the first time, we’d love to welcome you along for what promises to be a fantastic weekend of sailing, good company, and socialising.
Join MoorMesh and secure your boat
The Poole Harbour launch is now fully live for Parkstone and growing with live links to the Harbour Master's team.
With no night patrols, this is your key route to securing your loved boat so join now.
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.
Capture your winning moment
The Photo Competition 2026
We're announcing our 2026 Photo Competition, celebrating the spirit of our fleet and the waters on which we sail.
There are our favourite categories: Sailing, capturing the thrill of being on the water; In Harbour and Ashore, showcasing life in the Cruising Fleet; and the ever-popular Sunsets, capturing stunning twilight skies.
Start snapping your best shots now for a chance to win a Quay West Chandlers voucher worth £50!
Other News
Cruising Fleet Summer BBQ Sunday 16th August from 4.30pm onwards
Join your Cruising Fleet for an informal summer BBQ on the green at the club (weather permitting). A marquee and BBQ equipment will be provided, just bring along your own food / crockery / cutlery / glasses as you want for this informal get together to catch up with everyone. The bar will be open until 9pm.
To help with organisation, please book in with Maggie Cullimore using the email button below or type maggie.cullimore@icloud.com with the subject Summer BBQ/Picnic in the subject heading.
French Cruise Report and Captain's Message
Many of us have been cruising in France, the Channel Islands and to the West Country and, judging by the WhatsApp groups, having a wonderful, sociable time, even if those of us who went early in June had to endure some cold, rainy weather and winds that were always on the nose. Freya is still hoping to make the Scillies and we’re all rooting for her though unfortunately Zingaro is on her way home...
Weymouth May Day Rally Report
A total of 17 boats and 39 people made it to the Weymouth Rally as well as a very reluctant visiting dog. Amainiris, Romah, Storm Free and Elena had a pleasant sail over on Friday. The rest of us had a civilised 10:30 start on Saturday with a good tide but little in the way of wind carrying us west. It started raining relentlessly towards the end of our sail and a bunch of us arrived drenched around 15:00 but Friday's group kindly emerged from their nice dry boats to help us raft up. In no time, we were....
Useful Sailing Links
Cruising Fleet Membership
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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Click the “Update Preferences” link at the bottom of any email from the club and then click to subscribe to the "Cruiser Fleet List"