7-Day Portsmouth Yacht Charter: Isle of Wight & Solent Exploration
7 planned days, starting at Portsmouth & Gosport and finishing at Return to Portsmouth. Stops include Portsmouth & Gosport, Cowes, Isle of Wight, Newtown Creek, Isle of Wight, Yarmouth, Isle of Wight, Lymington, New Forest and further stops detailed below. Confirm the daily passages and shore plans with your captain before booking.
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Plan this charter
- First planned stop
- Portsmouth & Gosport
- Final planned stop
- Return to Portsmouth
Shore plans to discuss with your crew
- Day 1HMS Victory and Mary Rose Museum
- Day 1Spinnaker Tower views
- Day 1Royal Navy Submarine Museum
- Day 1Exploring Gosport's waterfront
- Day 2Walk along the Parade
- Day 2Visit Cowes High Street boutiques
Confirm joining and departure ports, yacht availability and the daily passage plan before paying a deposit. The captain decides anchorages and any route changes for weather, sea conditions and local restrictions. Shore venues, marine-park permissions and activity bookings require separate confirmation.
Map connections are schematic, not a navigable passage plan. Distances, safe approaches and passage times must be checked by the captain.
Ask for an itemised quotation covering the charter fee, taxes, APA or package expenses, berth charges and any delivery or redelivery costs.
- DAY 01
Portsmouth & Gosport
Begin your journey in Portsmouth, a city steeped in naval history. Explore the Historic Dockyard and then cross to Gosport, a quieter town with excellent marina facilities and a charming high street.
- HMS Victory and Mary Rose Museum
- Spinnaker Tower views
- Royal Navy Submarine Museum
- Exploring Gosport's waterfront
- Anchorage
- Haslar Marina, Gosport
- Dining
- The Boathouse Cafe & Bar, Gosport
- DAY 02
Cowes, Isle of Wight
Sail across the Solent to Cowes, the world-renowned mecca for sailing. The town buzzes with activity, especially around the Royal Yacht Squadron, and offers excellent shopping and dining.
- Walk along the Parade
- Visit Cowes High Street boutiques
- Observe yacht racing (seasonal)
- Tour Northwood House
- Anchorage
- Shepards Wharf Marina
- Dining
- The Anchor Inn
- DAY 03
Newtown Creek, Isle of Wight
Head west to the tranquil and beautiful Newtown Creek, a National Trust nature reserve. This sheltered anchorage is perfect for birdwatching and enjoying the peaceful natural environment.
- Birdwatching from the dinghy
- Walk the nature trails ashore
- Paddleboarding or kayaking
- Enjoying the quietude of the estuary
- Anchorage
- Newtown Creek (National Trust mooring)
- Dining
- Onboard chef or picnic
- DAY 04
Yarmouth, Isle of Wight
Continue to Yarmouth, a charming historic port town on the western tip of the Isle of Wight. Its castle, pier, and quaint streets offer a delightful afternoon of exploration.
- Yarmouth Castle (English Heritage)
- Stroll along Yarmouth Pier
- Explore the town's independent shops
- Enjoy fresh seafood at the harbour
- Anchorage
- Yarmouth Harbour
- Dining
- The George Hotel
- DAY 05
Lymington, New Forest
Cross back to the mainland to Lymington, a Georgian market town on the edge of the New Forest. Its cobbled streets and bustling Saturday market are a delight.
- Explore Lymington High Street
- Visit the Lymington Sea Water Baths
- Walk parts of the Solent Way
- Browse the Saturday market (if applicable)
- Anchorage
- Lymington Yacht Haven
- Dining
- The Ship Inn
- DAY 06
Bembridge, Isle of Wight
Sail east along the Isle of Wight's north coast to Bembridge, a picturesque village with a unique tidal harbour. Enjoy the quieter pace and scenic walks.
- Bembridge Windmill (National Trust)
- Walk to Bembridge Ledge
- Explore Bembridge village
- Enjoy the beach at Forelands
- Anchorage
- Bembridge Harbour (drying berths available, check tides)
- Dining
- The Crab & Lobster Inn
- DAY 07
Return to Portsmouth
Enjoy a final morning sail back to Portsmouth, taking in the views of Spitbank Fort and No Man's Fort. Disembark with memories of a fantastic Solent sailing adventure.
- Views of the Solent Forts
- Final views of the Isle of Wight
- Reflect on the week's journey
- Last chance for duty-free shopping
- Anchorage
- Portsmouth Harbour
- Dining
- The Old Customs House, Gunwharf Quays
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