UK Flotilla Holidays

Sunsail’s UK base at Port Solent, on the South Coast of England, is the starting point for our UK flotilla holiday.

The waters of the Solent have long been a magnet for the experienced sailor in search of challenges whilst also providing opportunity for more gentle sailing.

And whether you are looking for some serious partying (in which case Cowes and Portsmouth are the towns to head for) or low-key socialising in some of the picturesque coastal villages for which this part of England is renowned, our flotilla can take you there.

The protected waters of the Solent offer a unique and challenging flotilla sailing experience for advanced sailors close to home. There is a tidal range of 4 metres (13 feet) and prevailing south westerly winds range from 10 to 20 knots (11 - 23 mph) , providing excellent sailing conditions all day. Moorings are generally in well-equipped marinas although bouys, anchoring and harbour walls can also be found.

The South Coast of England is all about sailing, and you will find the coastline well-populated with like-minded sailors, well-stocked chandleries and excellent facilities.

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Itinerary / Highlights

15:00 Saturday & Arrive Port Solent, board yacht
18:00 Lead skippers brief to crew
18:30 Welcome drinks & BBQ

10:00 Sunday & Depart Port Solent for Cowes
17:00 Berth in Cowes Yacht Haven

10:00 Monday & depart Cowes for Yarmouth, lunch stop at New Town harbour.
19:00 Eat ashore in Yarmouth

10:00 Tuesday & Depart Yarmouth for Poole. Possible lunch stop at Hurst Castle, Studland Bay.
17:30 Meet at Poole Town Marina
18:30 Bring a drink meet on the quay!
19:00 Eat ashore

10:00 Wednesday & Free day in Poole, sail out to the bat for lunch.
19:00 Group meal

09:00 Thursday & sail Poole for the Folly Boat Inn pontoon river Medina.
18:30 Meet on the pontoon, ferry ashore to eat in the Folly Inn.

10:00 Friday & Depart the river Medina for Portsmouth Harbour, see the Historic Naval Dockyard, visit HMS Victory, shopping at Gunwharf Quays, return to Port Solent.
18:30 Final meet on the PHYC patio for presentations, eat ashore (venue to be agreed by crews)

11:00 Saturday & Depart your yacht

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Flights for Epidavros Flotilla

Due to the huge variety of airlines offering flights into Athens we have made our Poros Flotilla boat only.

This gives you the flexibility to head straight to the base or spend a few days ashore exploring the historical cities of Greece before joining your Flotilla on the Saturday.