Affordable Membership Sailing with SailTime Southampton
Discover affordable fractional sailing with Sailtime Southampton
SailTime is a wonderful way to enjoy luxury new and fully maintained yachts and power cruisers with none of the worry of traditional ownership, at a fraction of the cost.
Perhaps you have dreamed of sailing or power cruising, but have not been ready or confident enough to make the large financial undertaking to purchase your own yacht or powerboat, together with the associated ongoing costs and time commitment. If this is the case, then SailTime is the near perfect solution!
At SailTime Hamble, Lymington and Southampton we have developed a unique integrated training, social and ‘club’ environment. We believe traditional Sailing School training, without ongoing access to a boat is like learning to drive without access to a car. Why would you do that?
Welcome to SailTime Southampton
Sue Grey and myself Richard Pierpoint, own and operate SailTime Hamble, Lymington and Southampton which we have developed since 2005, with 11 boats and a rapidly growing ‘club’ of Members and Owner-Members.
We believe the SailTime concept makes so much sense to so many people. However, we also believe it is the delivery of the product, especially in terms of service and standards, which is fundamental to our success. Add into the mix our integrated sail and power training through our own dedicated sailing school, www.solentnauticalcollege.co.uk, coupled with an all inclusive and active social programme, and you will see we provide a fantastic opportunity for Members to enjoy, learn and include the whole family in a new lifestyle at tremendous value.
SailTime Hamble, Lymington and Southampton is run by enthusiastic sailors for sailors and power boaters!
Apart from major and local boat shows, we organise regular Open Days - please click on the ‘Base Info and Events’ page for the schedule of dates. We look forward to meeting you, showing you round our yachts and power cruisers and answering any queries you may have.
Richard and Sue
Base Info & Events
Information about SailTime Hamble
For information please call Richard on 07809 44 44 80 or Sue on 07809 44 44 90 or General Office on 01590 688 008
We are located at Ocean Village Marina in Southampton. Map to Southampton.
Situated in the shelter of Southampton Water on the River Itchen, and right in the heart of Southampton, Ocean Village is more than a marina. Surrounded by attractive modern waterfront houses and luxury apartments, restaurants, cinemas and bars, it offers outstanding recreational facilities. Overlooking the marina is the Royal Southampton Yacht Club which, although a members club, offers berth holders and visitors a warm and friendly welcome and has a reputation for excellent food.
The basin, formerly used for commercial ships, is deep enough to offer mooring facilities for tall ships and large yachts. It has also become famous for hosting the start and finish of around the world yacht races. The 375-berth marina, with excellent facilities, has access at all states of the tide.
The sailing opportunities are endless - cruise around the Isle of Wight; head west and explore Buckler's Hard on the Beaulieu River; Lymington at the far end of the Solent; or sail east to the sheltered Chichester Harbour. The more adventurous sailors can cruise down to the West Country and enjoy some spectacular sailing along the Cornish Coast.
2009 will see the opening of the new four star deluxe Millennium Hotel, a 15-storey glass-sided building with 225 luxuriously appointed rooms, a spa, waterside restaurant, and bars. When completed, Ocean Village Marina's annual berth holders and visitors will have access to the hotel services and facilities, which include a spa, gym, fitness centre, laundry room, broadband connections and 'room service' onboard their boats.
In November 2007 the new multi-storey Ocean Car Park was opened. It is situated near to the marina and includes state-of-the-art security throughout, easy to navigate parking spaces, cutting-edge design, clear signage and exceptional attention to detail. Berth holders will have complimentary parking.
Ocean Village is only a short bus ride from the Isle of Wight ferry terminal and West Quay shopping centre, both within 15 minutes walk, as well as Southampton’s Oxford Street, well known for its excellent restaurants. Ocean Village is only 15 minutes drive from the M3/M27 junction, making it very accessible by road.
FORTHCOMING EVENTS AT SAILTIME SOUTHAMPTON
The following Events will be taking place at SailTime Southampton in 2008:
OPEN DAYS
Please join us at one of our forthcoming Open Days at Ocean Village Marina on the following dates from 12.00 am to 4.00 pm: (we recommend appointments at busy times)
- SUNDAY, 27TH APRIL
- SUNDAY, 22ND JUNE
- SUNDAY, 19TH OCTOBER
- SUNDAY, 16TH NOVEMBER
Training
SailTime have a minimum requirement of RYA Day Skipper Tidal (practical and theory) for our Members which you can gain through our integrated training programme.
However, we are also very conscious that obtaining your Day Skipper Qualification is just the beginning of your yachting and power boating experience and unless you are already an experienced sailor you will still be lacking the confidence to allow you, your friends and family to get the most out of yachting and power cruising.
Solent Nautical College is SailTime Hamble & Lymington’s unique dedicated training facility, having been established with the philosophy that the most rewarding way to enjoy time on the water is through learning and mastering a skill set. We believe that the best way to achieve this is through quality instruction, regular practice and specific ongoing guidance and training. As a SailTime Member, you, your family and friends already have access to a quality boat, but now we are able to add real value by matching regular boat access to top quality instruction, workshops and events. If you wish we can guide your progress to Yachtmaster and beyond.
By comparison, the traditional route of training is like taking driving lessons without a car at home to practice in. Progress will be slow and expensive!
Solent Nautical College is headed up by our vastly experienced Chief Instructor, Graeme Johnston. Graeme came from a consumer orientated industry and building up a very impressive CV. His achievements include running Neilson’s yacht fleet in Greece, before heading up their customer training programme in the UK. Subsequently, Graeme became a prestigious ‘Clipper Ventures Yacht’ training skipper taking on novices and training them for round the world racing, before becoming a ‘Clipper Round the World Race’ Skipper, and bringing his boat and crew safely home.
With some 300,000 sea miles under his belt, and having gained both cruising and racing experience in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres, we know that you will not find a better or more knowledgeable instructor to learn from.
Through SNC we provide integrated training, giving our Members and Owner-Members the benefit of private tuition, ongoing training workshops (with other members) and a natural route to competent seamanship, all at a fraction of the cost of traditional training. Our shore based workshops cover navigation, electronics, VHF, Rules of the Road, rope work, weather, first aid etc, whilst our practical workshops on the water include, mooring & boat handling under power, anchoring, sail trimming & Cruising chutes, navigation, maintenance, night time port entry etc. In addition we are running Offshore passages (can be part of mile building), night sailing and accompanied short cruises. Whether you join us as a novice or yachtmaster,we can help you achieve more than you had ever dreamed of.
With our obvious but totally unique approach, why given the choice, would you choose to train any other way?
www.solentnauticalcollege.co.uk
For more information please call us or drop us an enquiry. We look forward to hearing from you.
Places to Go
Beaulieu River & Buckler's Hard
The Beaulieu River is a small river, which flows south through the New Forest . The river is some 12 miles long, of which the last 4 miles are tidal. The name is pronounced BEW-lee. A short sail to the river will take you to Buckler’s Hard –picturesque 18th century village on the banks of the river. Historically, it is famed as the place where some of the ships of Nelson's fleet were built.
www.bucklershard.co.uk
The Folly, Medina River, IOW
The Folly Inn on the banks of the River Medina is a popular location for sailors. You can moor up at one of the visitor’s pontoons and sample a wide selection of hot and cold food and live music at the weekends. Excellent ales are served and a friendly river taxi is available to ferry you back to your boat.
www.follyinn.com/
The Jolly Sailor, Bursledon
As locations go, you would be hard pressed to beat The Jolly Sailor at Old Bursledon. The pub is right on the water’s edge overlooking the River, with seating along its frontage as well as on a covered wooden jetty. It is the perfect place to sit and unwind with a cold beer, watching the yachts come and go on a lazy sunny day. The pub has recently undergone a refit with a longer more modern bar, but has still managed to retain its olde worlde feel.
www.hants.gov.uk/hambleharbour/jollys.html
Cowes Yacht Haven, IOW
Cowes Yacht Haven represents the heart of the sailing world in Cowes. Centrally located, visitors have instant access to Cowes town centre, the Parade, with its range of yacht clubs, including the historic Royal Yacht Squadron, and beautiful Northwood Park, with its tennis, mini-golf facilities and pleasant walks.
www.cowesyachthaven.com/
Lymington - SailTime Base
The very attractive Georgian market town of Lymington lies at the western end of The Solent, just 3 miles from the Needles Channel. Besides the numerous attractions and activities to be found in the town itself, Lymington also benefits from having the recently designated National Park status of the New Forest, with its wild ponies, wonderful walks and picturesque scenery, on its doorstep.
www.yachthavens.com/yachthaven
Local Businesses
Harbour Lights Picturehouse – Ocean Village
Overlooking the marina at Ocean Village, the distinguished building of Harbour Lights Picturehouse is the most comfortable and stylish place to watch films in the Southampton area. Voted ‘Best Loved Independent Cinema’ by Empire readers in 2000, this landmark building houses two state-of-the-art screens (each with Dolby SR sound) that show the very best in Hollywood, world and independent cinema.
www.totaltravel.co.uk/link.asp?fid=617524
Banana Wharf Restaurant and Bar – Ocean Village
Overlooking the Marina and right by the water, Banana Wharf offers a superb bar and spacious restaurant with al fresco drinking and eating on the Quay. They offer a heated and covered patio area for dining whatever the weather, and in the warm summer months the tables stretch almost to the water's edge to allow an unobstructed view of the yacht-filled Marina. Inside, the custom designed décor provides a sumptuous surrounding of glass and chrome, softened by mood lighting, and complemented by the extensive and innovative menus.
Banana Wharf is open from 8.30am - 10.30pm, 7 days a week, when you will be able to enjoy everything from breakfast, bar snacks, full a la carte dining, or perhaps just a drink.
www.bananawharf.co.uk
Pitcher and Piano Bar – Ocean Village
As the only bar in Southampton to combine setting and style, Pitcher & Piano has quickly become a venue where high quality food and impressive cocktails draw in locals and adventurers alike.
The bar itself has a contemporary interior and sits elevated above the popular Ocean Village marina giving incredible views. Along with a back bar packed with premium spirits the house pours are also the best around, so come down and sip great drinks while watching the sun set over the Solent.
pitcherandpiano.com/locations/bar.cfm?area=Southampton
Royal Southampton Yacht Club
Whilst the Royal Southampton Yacht Club is a members’ club, visiting yachtsmen are always welcome. The clubhouse overlooks the Ocean Village marina and the restaurant, with a commanding outlook over the water allowing unrivalled views, is renowned for its excellent cuisine. They can serve you anything from a light bite for lunch to a full scale three or four course meal. When your time is limited during the week, just let their head waitress know on your arrival and they will see you are "in and out" from the time of placing your order in less than an hour.
www.rsyc.org.uk
