Will close on 24th March 

Cowes Yacht Haven is the first marina on the west of the Medina river, before the chain ferry.  It offers any state of tide access and full range of amenities for rallies.   Cowes is a short run to start the season with a few chandlers if anything needs fixing urgently!

Earliest Arrival Time: 14.00

Your berth will not be available before 14.00

Marina Payment  - The club sends your boat details to the marina and you will be charged on arrival.

Social Programme:
Friday 4th April
18.30 Rally drinks - CYH Veranda BYO drinks,  nibbles will be provided. 
Dinner own arrangements

Saturday 5th April
9.45 Trip to Wight Military and Heritage Museum - group tour arranged, 
https://www.wmahm.org.uk/ price PSYC Discounted Ticket Prices £14 pp or £11 for seniors/veterans, bring your bus pass

Lunch will be available in the Churchills Tea Rooms https://www.wmahm.org.uk/churchills-tea-rooms/ - we just need to know potential number in your booking and any dietary requirements

Rally Dinner - Island Sailing Club (Available to order until 19th March)
18.30 Pre-dinner drinks Island Sailing Club - all are welcome.
19.30 Dinner at  Island Sailing Club  2 courses £26.50 or 3 courses £32.50. 

Starters:

• Stilton & Garlic stuffed mushroom, rocket & walnut (V)
• Pork & Chicken Liver Parfait, Real Ale Chutney, Warm Toast
• Smoked Salmon, teriyaki & Coriander salsa, baby leaves

Mains:

• Crispy Pork Belly, creamy mash, diced squash, black pudding & sage
• Grilled Tuna Loin, sesame & soy red cabbage, buttered broccoli & green beans, crispy potatoes
• Seared Supreme of Chicken, mushroom, parmesan & garlic risotto, truffle oil
• Crispy Halloumi, grilled Mediterranean vegetables, citrus & herb couscous (V)

Desserts: 

• Caramel & Whisky Glazed Peach, honeycomb ice cream
• Black Forest Chocolate Trifle, Chantilly cream
• Iced Strawberry Parfait, nutty granola, white chocolate
• Selection of Cheese & Biscuits.

Meal Payment: on night at ISC by boat name. Please pay for drinks as they are ordered

Sunday depart

Useful links

Map of Cowes

Cowes Eastern Channel

Explore Cowes

Cowes Yacht Haven Contact Information
Calling - VHF Ch 80
Phone - 01983 293952
Website -  https://www.cowesyachthaven.com

Navigation

A busy entrance with ferries, fast catamarans and visiting boats. Beware of the busy harbour, suggest entering using small craft channel, see Map of Cowes & Cowes Eastern Channel

On arrival call Ch80 and you will be told if we are in the North or South visitors basin and where to berth.  You may need to raft alongside another vessel.

N.A.B. The guide to ‘Good Rally Etiquette’

Noise	Arrival	Berthing
No unnecessary noise between 2330 – 0700hrs	Do NOT arrive before the stated  “earliest arrival time”	Expect to Raft, Berthing Masters have the final say

See www.psyc.uk.com/PSYC-Rally-Etiquette for full etiquette details

This social event is an opportunity to meet for drinks, and eats if you wish, at  Harvester, Port Solent. 

We will need to know numbers to ensure we meet fire regulations, so please register - we will ask the total number of people you are registering for.  If you have two emails registered for the club only one of you needs to register!  

Non members please email portsolentyc@gmail.com and we will get back to you.

We look forward to seeing you.

Chichester harbour is one the undeveloped coastal areas in Southern England. Bright wide expanses and intricate creeks, a major wildlife haven and among some of Britain’s most popular boating waters. 

A premier marina so berth holders can use their free nights

Chichester Marina is located at the eastern end of Chichester Harbour, a designated area of outstanding natural beauty that offers a myriad of quiet anchorages to discover.  It is a locked marina and has shallow approaches at some states of tide.

Payment

We will share your registration data with the Marina to allow them to identify you on the Premier Marina System, If you are a berth holder you will be able to use free nights.  Otherwise Premier require payment in advance and will invoice you directly. Note that Premier will not accept your booking until the advance payment has been made.

Social Programme

Friday 18th:

6.00 pm Rally Drinks  BYO drinks (plus a folding chair & table if you have them) to the grassy area opposite the bird hide and adjacent to M pontoon.

If you would like Pizza / Pasta then we will be collecting money and collating a single order during the afternoon. This will be collected from CHK by a club volunteer at 6.30pm. - Please make your choice from the CHK takeaway menu (https://chkristorante.com/menus/) and then pay Alison. (Cash Only)

Saturday 19th:

11.00 am - Walk Meet in CYC car park at 11am for a walk to Itchenor, stopping off for coffee at Birdham Pool.

5.30 pm Rally Drinks  will be held in the bar at CYC

Rally Dinner is booked at the Boathouse at 6.30pm.  A  £10 deposit per person is required at the time of registering and menu choices (see menu below) are required by email to  Alison_martin.edwards@outlook.com by 3rd April 

Sunday 20th:

10.30am Walk to Chichester for lunch below or shopping.

12.30 pm Lunch is booked in the Chichester Inn in Chichester from 12.30pm (Main £16.95 - Dessert £7.50 - a £5 deposit is require please select menu choices when booking) get there by bus or by joining the walk. 

Main Sunday Roast:

• Topside of Roast Beef
• Pork Loin with crackling.
  
• Roast Turkey.
• Vegetarian Nutroast

 Served with roast potatoes, stuffing, seasonal veg and Yorkshire pudding

Sunday Desserts:

• Homemade Sticky Toffee Pudding & Ice Cream
• Double Chocolate Brownie & Ice Cream
• Fruit Crumble & Ice Cream

7.00 pm Sunday drinks in the CYC bar

Menu for Saturday 19th at the Boat House 

STARTERS

Grilled Scallops £14.50 (GF)

Candy Beetroot, Green bean and Endive salad, Ponzu butter, Crispy Shallots

Whole Burrata £14.00 (v)

Two & one Olive oil, Puffed Wild Rice, Heritage Tomatoes, Harissa dressing

Buttermilk Fried Chicken £12.50 (GF)

Mange Tout, Pancetta & Mint Salad, Chilli Lime Yoghurt

MAINS

Chicken Schnitzel £22.50 (GF)

Sussex Charmer Cheese Sauce, Garlic & Herb Butter, House Fries

South Coast Cod £21.00 (GF)

Roast Red Pepper, Tomato & Cannellini Bean Cassoulet, Sumac Yoghurt, Coriander

Cress

Roast Beetroot, Spring Onion & Feta Fritters £17.50 (VG, N)

Grilled Tenderstem Broccoli, Rose Harissa dressing, Toasted Almonds

DESSERTS

Warm chocolate Brownie £8 ( gf/df)

Served with gelato

Sticky Toffee Pudding £8 ( gf/ Vg)

Butterscotch sauce, Gelato

Caramelised Lemon Tart £8

Rhubarb, Meringue

GF – Gluten Free, V – Vegetarian, VG – Vegan, N - Nuts

Useful Links

Chichester Harbour

Places to visit

Things to do 

Walking & cycling

Harbour Map

Marina Contact Information
Calling: VHF Ch 80
Phone: 01243 512731
Website: https://www.premiermarinas.com/UK-Marina-locations/Chichester-Marina

Navigation

When navigating from Portsmouth Harbour, pass well to the south of the submarine barrier. 
Be aware it takes around an hour to navigate from the entrance of Chichester estuary through the busy harbour to lock through into the Marina. 

N.A.B. The guide to ‘Good Rally Etiquette’

Noise	Arrival	Berthing
No unnecessary noise between 2330 – 0700hrs	Do NOT arrive before the stated  “earliest arrival time”	Expect to Raft, Berthing Masters have the final say

See www.psyc.uk.com/PSYC-Rally-Etiquette for full etiquette details

A long weekend trip to Yarmouth.  This is filling fast - if no spaces add yourself to waitlist and we will try to get you a space

 Yarmouth is a picturesque fishing, ferry and yachting port, widely regarded as one of the jewels of the South Coast. The deep water harbour retains its old world aura, while visiting boats will find a range of amenities which are very much up to date, and accepted as being among the best in The Solent.

On your approach call in on ch 68 and you will be met at the harbour entrance by the berthing masters and directed to your berth.  Arrive no earlier than midday and depart by midday too!  Please note weekends are busy and we will be rafting if this doesnt suit book direct with Yarmouth and join us for the rally

Social Programme 

Friday 2 May:

18.00 BYO Pontoon Drinks: near Jango (look for Club Bunting)

Dining: By own arrangement. Plenty of venues,  book in advance as bank holiday.

Saturday 3 May:

Daytime: Free to shop & roam.  Full details of walks, historical and other attractions available on-line and from the Harbour Office. Bus passes and National Trust/English Heritage membership cards will be useful.

18.00 Join us a RSYC for predinner drinks, even if you are not dining with us. Rally Dinner at 19.00 Dress: smart casual.  Menu is below - numbers and choices in the booking please.

Sunday 4 May:

Free to shop & roam.

13.00 Optional BYO picnic lunch on the riverside behind Yarmouth Sailing Club.

Dinner: Own arrangements.

Monday 5 May: Departure by 12.00 Noon.

Royal Solent Yacht Club MENU - Saturday 19:00

Starter:

Broccoli & Blue Cheese Soup

or

Prawn & Crayfish Salad

Main:

Fillet of Cod with Romesco Sauce, New Potatoes & Greens

or

Pork Loin with mushroom & onion sauce, apple mashed

potato and seasonal vegetables.

or

(Vegetarian) Roasted vegetable wellington, new potatoes and

greens

Dessert:

Strawberry cheesecake  French toast with strawberry compote

or

Chocolate Torte with Chantilly Cream & Pistachios.

Payment

Yarmouth Harbour requires payment on arrival, how easy!

Useful Links

Entry Guide

Attractions

Cafés & Restaurants

Chandlers

Harbour Contact Information

Calling	Channel 68
Phone	01983 760321
Website	https://www.yarmouth-harbour.co.uk

Navigation

See Entry Guide for local navigation 

N.A.B. The guide to ‘Good Rally Etiquette’

Noise	Arrival	Berthing
No unnecessary noise between 2330 – 0700hrs	Do NOT arrive before the stated  “earliest arrival time”	Expect to Raft, Berthing Masters have the final say

See www.psyc.uk.com/PSYC-Rally-Etiquette for full etiquette details

This social event is an opportunity to meet for drinks, and eats if you wish, at  Harvester, Port Solent. 

We will need to know numbers to ensure we meet fire regulations, so please register - we will ask the total number of people you are registering for.  If you have two emails registered for the club only one of you needs to register!  

Non members please email portsolentyc@gmail.com and we will get back to you.

We look forward to seeing you.

Lymington river and its approaches offer a peaceful haven for boats, a beautiful river and harbour area, with friendly and professional service to all. Be aware this is a rafting rally and alongside moorings cannot be guaranteed.  

The historic market town is full of interesting shops, designer boutiques, pubs, cafes, restaurants and a town museum.  The Saturday market, dating back to the 13th century is held on the High Street and is popular throughout the year.  We have arranged a packed programme as below.

Earliest Arrival 13:00  and you will be rafted.  Book on Town Quay or different marina and attend social events by choosing that option on booking form.

Social Programme

Friday 23/05

18:30 Welcome drinks – BYO drinks and chairs.  Nibbles will be provided. Meet on grassed area across car park by RLYC . 

Dinner – own arrangements bookings will be required as its a bank holiday.

Saturday 24/5

Quiz paper available from Spree in the morning or the Mayflower pub at lunch time, return for marking at dinner.

10:30 Town guided walk – a donation of £5pp is requested – Numbers and payment on booking.

or

11:00 Organ recital (St Thomas’s) Matthew Jorysz Coronation organist - a donation of £5 is requested - – Numbers and payment on booking.

Lunch – Mayflower – discount with membership booklet – book direct with pub, other locations are available.

19:00 Drinks at Lymington Town Sailing Club.  19:45 Dinner. Numbers and meal choices in booking- see menu here LTSC Supper Menu May 2025.pdf.  £27 for 2 courses £35 for 3 courses. 

Sunday 25/5

10:00 Walk to the other side of the river.  Crazy Golf, not bookable, or Day pass to spa - book in advance at hotel £35 for day pass available at https://www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk/elmers-court/spa-leisure/spa/days

13:00 Sunday Lunch Numbers, £7.50 pp deposit and meal choices in booking- see menu here Dave Riley Sunday Lunch Menu.pdf £35 for 2 courses in private room with other yacht club members.  

Quiz and Crazy Golf results and delightful prizegiving.

Monday 26/5

Departure by 12:00

Payments –  We will inform Lymington Harbour Commission (LHC) of your details upon registration LHC will issue invoices and ask for payment 2 days before the rally to confirm your berth.

Restaurant payments on the day

Harbour Contact Information

Calling	Channel 80
Phone	01590 672014
Website	https://www.lymingtonharbour.co.uk/index

Navigation

See WEATHER & TIDES & https://www.lymingtonharbour.co.uk/index for local tidal information

N.A.B. The guide to ‘Good Rally Etiquette’

Noise	Arrival	Berthing
No unnecessary noise between 2330 – 0700hrs	Do NOT arrive before the stated  “earliest arrival time”	Expect to Raft, Berthing Masters have the final say

See www.psyc.uk.com/PSYC-Rally-Etiquette for full etiquette details

PROVISIONAL RALLY INFORMATION

A sociable circumnavigation of the Isle of Wight with overnight stops in Yarmouth and Gosport.

Sailing down to Yarmouth on the Friday afternoon tide with an earlyish start on Saturday morning to take us out through the iconic Needles before the tide turns eastwards for the return sail to Gosport.

This is also a good opportunity for those who haven’t crossed the Channel who would like experience of a longer run in company whilst staying in sight of land.

Yarmouth is a picturesque fishing, ferry and yachting port, widely regarded as one of the jewels of the South Coast. The deep water harbour retains its old world charm, while visiting boats will find a range of amenities which are very much up to date, and accepted as being among the best in the Solent.

Although we will be mooring in Gosport, the ferry will be taking us across to Gunwharf Quays for Saturday evening - more information to follow.

On your approach, call in on Channel 68 and you will be met at the harbour entrance and directed to your berth by the berthing masters.

Suggested Sailing Itinerary:

Port Solent to Yarmouth, leaving around 12 noon

Yarmouth, via the Needles to Gosport suggested leaving around 06.00 to take advantage of the full east going tide having rounded the Needles by 07.00 or so. Motor yachts at their own discretion.

 Arriving in Premier Gosport - for our free night for Premier Marina berth holders, 

Social Programme TBC

Earliest Arrival Time: 12.00 in both marinas

Payment: Yarmouth Harbour required payment on arrival

Social Programme TBC

Useful Links

Entry Guide

Attractions

Cafés & Restaurants

Chandlers

Harbour Contact Information

Calling	Yarmouth Channel 68      /   Gosport  Channel  80.
Phone	01983 760321
Website	https://www.yarmouth-harbour.co.uk

N.A.B. The guide to ‘Good Rally Etiquette’

Noise	Arrival	Berthing
No unnecessary noise between 2330 – 0700hrs	Do NOT arrive before the stated  “earliest arrival time”	Expect to Raft, Berthing Masters have the final say

See www.psyc.uk.com/PSYC-Rally-Etiquette for full etiquette details

PROPOSED SUMMER SOIREE WEEKEND INCORPORATING THE JUNE SOCIAL

This social event is an opportunity to meet for drinks, and eats if you wish, at  Harvester, Port Solent. 

For the sailors amongst us there may be a pop up sail on the day, weather dependant

In addition there may be a pop up tender rally to the Crate at Trafalgar Wharf for a “glass of…….etc”

Further announcements to follow

RALLY INFORMATION

Bembridge is in the beautiful setting of this natural and well-sheltered harbour, which is a ‘Site of Special Scientific Interest’. This is always a popular venue, SO REGISTER EARLY TO AVOID MISSING OUT.   

Social Programme :Themed Rally  Our summer theme for 2025 is HIPPIES and FLOWER POWER!!

Friday Evening - BYO BBQ in the Marquee wearing your Hippie/Flower Power Finery.

Saturday Early Afternoon - It is intended to have a BYO Beach Party on the Beach (Weather permitting of course), again in your Flower Power Finery.

Payment & Registering

The Bembridge system is different to other rallies.

Please log on to the harbour website www.bembridgeharbour.co.uk to confirm your Berth using the RALLY CODE PS136. Your rally place is not confirmed until payment has been made to the harbour. Please reply to PSYC pending or confirmation emails to tell us you've booked your berth, paid and been confirmed by Bembridge.

PLEASE NOTE All PSYC reserved berths are RAFTING .  If you require a finger berth please contact Bembridge Harbour direct. These are of limited availability on a first come first served basis with no PSYC discount available. You will then need to advise PSYC that you have a reserved berth. 

Harbour Contact Information

Calling: Channel 80 Call the harbour before turning to Starboard into the inner harbour to be allocated your space.

Phone 01983 872828

Website www.bembridgeharbour.co.uk

Navigation

HW Portsmouth 13.55 hrs. This is a tidal harbour, check the depth available over the entrance bar for your boat (Secondary Port) . Live tidal information is available at www.bembridgeharbour.co.uk. All skippers responsible for their own safe navigation.

N.A.B. The guide to ‘Good Rally Etiquette’

Noise	Arrival	Berthing
No unnecessary noise between 2330 – 0700hrs	Do NOT arrive before the stated  “earliest arrival time”	Expect to Raft, Berthing Masters have the final say

See www.psyc.uk.com/PSYC-Rally-Etiquette for full etiquette details

RALLY INFORMATION

** Rally Leader Required please email portsolentyc@gmail.com if you can help**

Friday 20th June to Thursday 3rd July 2025 13 Nights returning to the UK on Thursday 3rd July.

The Cross Channel itinerary is booked as follows (all for 20 vessels):

• 20th June 1 night Premier Gosport (foc for Premier Berth Holders)
• 21st June 2 nights Cherbourg
• 23rd June 4 nights St Peter Port
• 27th June 4 nights St Helier
• 1st July 2 nights Cherbourg 
  

Our annual cross channel cruise is a must do rally for those wishing to gain experience of crossing the channel. It is also close to the longest day so there is approx 15 hours of daylight.

This rally is designed for both Power and Sail, but we can't control the weather.  Individual skippers will make decisions 'on the day' depending on their boat, crew and weather conditions.  Berthing nights can also be amended to accommodate the weather on the day.

It is proposed the rally will visit Cherbourg, Guernsey, Jersey and back to Cherbourg before returning to the UK, however, this is a Pick’n’Mix Rally and it is not obligatory to necessarily visit all 4 marinas, you can just book the ones you choose.

Just 77 nautical miles to Cherbourg from Gosport this 24 hour marina offers safe harbour to cross channel sailors. Ideal for a 2 night stay ready for an onward sail to the Channel Isles.

St Peter Port offers many opportunities for beautiful coastal walks, ferry trips to Herm Sark and onwards.  There is a really excellent bus service for getting around the island, or you can hire an e bike.  Also, the picturesque town itself is awash with a fabulous selection of restaurants and eateries.

St Helier. Approx just 25 miles south east of Guernsey has many beautiful beaches and places to explore, again offering a good bus service to explore the island.

We then return to Cherbourg before returning to Blighty.

Border Control:

Online Forms do have to be completed to leave and re-enter UK (via Border Force) and to enter and leave France for each vessel.

These are quite straightforward and easily available online (Or in Cherbourg Marina office for French document).

Whilst all skippers are responsible for their own paperwork, guidance freely available by Rally Liaison if assistance required.

Channel Islands forms are supplied by the Local Marina on arrival. 

(Please note that, whilst they can be taken out of the UK by yacht, pets can only re-enter the UK by Commercial means and not on a small craft.)

Documentation:

All vessels must carry ORIGINAL documentation including bills of sale (inc original bill of sale as proof VAT has been paid) and current insurance certificate. It is also advisable to carry RYA/ICC certificates and VHF licence etc.

Note: The above Border Control and Documentation information is given in good faith and may not be up to date and/or correct.

Skippers are responsible for ensuring they fully comply with the Border Control Requirements for the UK, EU and Channel Islands and are carrying the correct documentation. 

The below websites should be reliable sources of the latest regulations and requirements :

UK Gov - https://www.gov.uk/guidance/sailing-a-pleasure-craft-that-is-departing-from-the-uk

Cruising Association - https://www.theca.org.uk/news/entering-leaving-france-for-cruisers

RYA - https://www.rya.org.uk/knowledge/abroad/entry-exit-formalities

Social Programme:

TBC

IMPORTANT NOTE: when navigating from Cherbourg to and from the Channel Islands it is important to be aware of the very strong tide flows of the Alderney races when passing to the east of Alderney.  Skippers advised to check their tide charts and flows carefully before proceeding.

Harbours Contact Information

VHF Calling Channels	Cherbourg  09,  St Peter Port 80,  St Helier 80
Phone	Will be provided in a full briefing plan - See websites below
Websites	See above links

Voyage monitoring on Channel 16.  Ship to Ship Channel 77 to talk

Useful Links for Onward Travel

St Cast Le Guildo  

St Malo Marina 

This social event is an opportunity to meet for drinks, and eats if you wish, at  Harvester, Port Solent. 

We will need to know numbers to ensure we meet fire regulations, so please register - we will ask the total number of people you are registering for.  If you have two emails registered for the club only one of you needs to register!  

Non members please email portsolentyc@gmail.com and we will get back to you.

We look forward to seeing you.

PROVISIONAL RALLY INFORMATION

This is a popular rally which fills fast- if its full and you want to go please waitlist and we will do our best to get you a berth.

One of the few privately owned rivers in the world, the beautiful Beaulieu river has been carefully conserved by the Montagu family for over four centuries. The result is an unspoilt haven, which benefits from modern facilities and a personal touch.

Pop up restaurants are available Friday, Saturday evenings.  See the harbour website for details. Beaulieu Pop up restaurants

PROVISIONAL - On Saturday night the club has booked The Grand Marquee, two large charcoal BBQs  BYO BBQ or arrange to share dinner with friends.  

Further Social Programme - TBC

Payment: Directly to the Marina. Berth not secured until prior payment is made.

Useful Links

• Marina Map & tides
• Diverse wildlife and landscapes
• Plenty of local attractions and things to do
• Friendly team and modern facilities

Harbour Contact Information

Calling	Channel 68
Phone	01590 616200
Website	https://www.beaulieuriver.co.uk

Navigation

It takes around  60 minutes to navigate from the entrance of the river to the marina at the river limit of 5 knts, ebb tides can be strong check local tidal information at https://www.beaulieuriver.co.uk  HW Portsmouth is 12.46 BST.  Please note shallows at river entrance. NOTE: Earliest arrival time in Marina is 12.00

N.A.B. The guide to ‘Good Rally Etiquette’

Noise	Arrival	Berthing
No unnecessary noise between 2330 – 0700hrs	Do NOT arrive before the stated  “earliest arrival time”	Expect to Raft, Berthing Masters have the final say

See www.psyc.uk.com/PSYC-Rally-Etiquette for full etiquette details

This social event is an opportunity to meet for drinks, and eats if you wish, at  Harvester, Port Solent. 

We will need to know numbers to ensure we meet fire regulations, so please register - we will ask the total number of people you are registering for.  If you have two emails registered for the club only one of you needs to register!  

Non members please email portsolentyc@gmail.com and we will get back to you.

We look forward to seeing you.

RALLY INFORMATION

Shepards Wharf Marina is a Cowes Harbour Commission  family-friendly facility with capacity for 130 visiting boats.  It offers a full range of services and amenities suitable for events and rallies, catering for the cruising sailor and powerboater.  

High Water is at 1103 BST on Friday 8 August and is building towards Spring tides, so it is probably best to target berthing soon after HW to avoid any current challenges.  Shepards Wharf marina will provide berthing instructions on Ch 80 - you will be told if we are in the North or South visitors basin and where to berth.  NOTE:  You may be expected to raft next to another vessel.. 

The pontoons and wide water access channels make life very straightforward for manoeuvring your vessel within the marina.  

All pontoon berths are serviced with 240v power and fresh water points, access to a holding tank pump-out facility and waste & recycling facilities. Boaters are encouraged to use the free pump-out at Shepards Marina.  The pump out berth is located on the south pontoon at Shepards.  Call the marina in advance on VHF Ch80 and Berthing Master will be glad to help.

Facilities at Shepards Marina include high-quality shower and toilet facilities at no extra charge plus onsite businesses including a restaurant.

Payment: 

We will submit your details to Shepard's who will send your berthing invoice direct to your email address.  Berthing must be paid 48 hours in advance.

Harbour Contact Information: Calling Channel 80, Phone: 01983293952

Website:  https://www.cowesharbourcommission.co.uk/index

Arrival time: from mid-day onwards

Navigation:
Cowes has a busy entrance with ferries, fast catamarans and visiting boats. Beware of the busy harbour.  It is suggested to enter using small craft channel (good for arrivals from the Eastern Solent – Portsmouth etc), see Map of Cowes & Cowes Eastern Channel.

Friday 8^th August 2025 will be the last day of the famous Cowes Week Regatta.  Skippers are advised to keep extra special look out for distracted and highly competitive racers when approaching and entering the harbour.

Social Programme:

Friday 8^th August - Pontoon Party adjacent to, or on board AEOLUS (berth TBA via WhatsApp) - at 6pm.  BYO drinks - nibbles will be provided.  Dinner will be at the nearby Duke of York pub and restaurant at 19:00 (sample menu to follow).  The end of regatta Cowes Fireworks display is scheduled to start at 21:30, with the Shepards Wharf marina or nearby Cowes Yacht Haven as good vantage points for the display which is launched from the Waverley Park Holiday Centre at East Cowes.

Saturday 9^th August - Subject to weather, we plan to lead a gentle circular walk to explore the West Cowes sea front to Egypt Point with a coffee / snack break en route.  The return will be via the Zig Zag foot path to Northwood Park and the High Street back to the marina.

The Rally dinner is booked at The Island Sailing Club with choices to be pre-ordered from the menu which will be sent to all registrants.  We should muster at ISC for Pre dinner drinks at 19:00 with Dinner scheduled for 7.30pm – The Island Sailing Club, 70 High Street, Cowes - PO31 7RE - 12 minutes walk from Shepards Wharf Marina.  We are required to pre-order.  Please reply to Jan & Paul with menu choices no later than Friday 25^th July.  Payment is on the night at The Island Sailing Club.

Sunday 10^th August - All vessels must vacate their berths by mid-day.

Harbour Contact Information:
VHF       Ch 80
Phone    01983293952
Website  https://www.cowesharbourcommission.co.uk

Arrival time: from mid-day onwards

Useful links:
Sheperd's Marina Plan
Cowes Eastern Channel
Things to do in Cowes

N.A.B. The guide to ‘Good Rally Etiquette’

Noise	Arrival	Berthing
No unnecessary noise between 2330 – 0700hrs	Do NOT arrive before the stated  “earliest arrival time”	Expect to Raft, Berthing Masters have the final say

See www.psyc.uk.com/PSYC-Rally-Etiquette for full etiquette details

Bembridge is in the beautiful setting of this natural and well-sheltered harbour, which is a ‘Site of Special Scientific Interest’. This is always a popular venue, so register early to avoid missing out.   

Social Programme by John Heaton and Sarah Corrigan on  Deep Blu.  

Friday Evening - BYO BBQ in the Marquee and be entertained by “The Son of Black Beard” ‍☠️ an award winning singer guitarist, and don’t forget to bring your singing voices along for the traditional PSYC Sea Shanties.  BBQ lit from 18:00  - till jolly late  :)

As costs have increased a contribution of £5 per member and £10 per non member attending is requested for this event.

Food and drink will also be available to buy from the harbour quay side facilities as normal in Bembridge Duver Marina.

Saturday - join us for a brilliant Karting Day Experience at Wight Karting, just spectate or get behind the wheel of a Professional Kart and race around this exciting and challenging circuit. 

https://www.wightkarting.co.uk/              

£49 per driver (all gear included - Max 36 drivers on a first come first served basis) for two races each of 15 minutes per race, racing against the clock. Who will win the cup and bottle of bubbly? 

Coach transfer to and from for £7 p/p (for both Kart Drivers and Spectators)

Cafe and bar facilities available track side. 

Note: Pre-Payment for Coach Transfer and Kart Driving will be required approx 6 - 8 weeks before the event.

Or join in an organised walk around this area of outstanding beauty. Volunteer Leader required please. 

Sunday - join us for A Lunch and Glass Of  at Bembridge Sailing Club. Take the water taxi or your own tender to BSC for a fine day on their beautiful terrace over looking the harbour and enjoy their bar menu at your leisure, which will include a club discount. From 12:30 onwards.  “Seating and eating” at your own discretion either ‘On Terrace’ or in the clubs lovely dinning room. Order at the bar on arrival. 

Monday - join in a walk to, or a “run out” in your tenders to “The Beach” next to the Bembridge Sailing Club.  Soft sand and small sand dunes await. Bring your own grub and preferred method of self- hydration! Or there is an excellent cafe on the beach as you wish. 13:00 onwards, listen for the Moose calls for those going by tender. Swim, relax, walk and talk, whatever takes your fancy on this bank holiday weekend. 

Payment & Registering

The Bembridge system is different to other rallies.

Our PSYC Rally Code is PSYC 228.

Please log on to the harbour website www.bembridgeharbour.co.uk to confirm your Berth using the above rally code. Your rally place is not confirmed until payment has been made to the harbour. Please reply to pending or confirmations email to tell us you've booked, paid and been confirmed by Bembridge.

 PLEASE NOTE ; All PSYC reserved berths are RAFTING .  If you require a finger berth please contact Bembridge Harbour direct. These are of limited availability on a first come first served basis with no PSYC discount available. 

Harbour Contact Information

Calling: Channel 80 Call the harbour before turning to Starboard into the inner harbour to be allocated your space.

Phone 01983 872828

Website www.bembridgeharbour.co.uk

Navigation. The tides are good for a late morning arrival with HW Portsmouth 11.54. This is a tidal harbour, check the depth available over the entrance bar for your boat. Live tidal information is available at www.bembridgeharbour.co.uk. 

N.A.B. The guide to ‘Good Rally Etiquette’

Noise	Arrival	Berthing
No unnecessary noise between 2330 – 0700hrs	Do NOT arrive before the stated  “earliest arrival time”	Expect to Raft, Berthing Masters have the final say

See www.psyc.uk.com/PSYC-Rally-Etiquette for full etiquette details

PROVISIONAL RALLY INFORMATION

Universal and Swanwick Marinas are both part of the Premier family at the top of the vibrant Hamble River.  Enjoy tranquil riverside walks or simply relax and soak up the vibrant marinas' atmosphere.

Due to berth availability on the day, vessels will be allocated either to Swanwick or Universal by Premier Marinas at Universal

Swanwick Marina – offers The Boat House Café on site and Harper’s Steakhouse & Bar just opposite.   Universal Marina – offers a choice of the cosy Mermaid’s coffee shop or a full dining experience at the riverside Banana Wharf restaurant.

It is a short walk, cycle or tender hop from Swanwick to Universal or vice versa. Both marinas have excellent facilities ashore. 

Social Programme - TBC  

Payment : 

Premier Berth holders can use their free nights, Otherwise the marina will issue an invoice a week before arrival which will state payment terms.

Harbour Contact Information:

Calling	Call Universal, Channel 80 for berthing instructions
Phone	+44 1489 574 272

Earliest Arrival Time   12:00 onwards  

Navigation:

Beware of the busy channel up the Hamble.  further details can be found here https://www.premiermarinas.com/UK-Marina-locations/Universal-Marina/Contact-Universal/Getting-to-Universal-Marina

N.A.B. The guide to ‘Good Rally Etiquette’

Noise	Arrival	Berthing
No unnecessary noise between 2330 – 0700hrs	Do NOT arrive before the stated  “earliest arrival time”	Expect to Raft, Berthing Masters have the final say

See www.psyc.uk.com/PSYC-Rally-Etiquette for full etiquette details

This social event is an opportunity to meet for drinks, and eats if you wish, at  Harvester, Port Solent. 

We will need to know numbers to ensure we meet fire regulations, so please register - we will ask the total number of people you are registering for.  If you have two emails registered for the club only one of you needs to register!  

Non members please email portsolentyc@gmail.com and we will get back to you.

We look forward to seeing you.

PROVISIONAL RALLY INFORMATION

Join us for our  End of Season Rally at Cowes 

Mooring & Payment

PSYC has 40 spaces allocated at Cowes Yacht Haven.  Payment on arrival. 

Social Programme 

Friday Evening - BYO drinks on the Veranda

Saturday Evening - Dinner in Island Sailing Club which will include our famous / infamous end of season BOTY award ceremony . 

Additional updates to the social program TBC  

Useful links

Cowes Tide Tables

Map of Cowes

Cowes Eastern Channel

Explore Cowes

Harbour Contact Information

Calling	Channel 80
Phone	01983 299975
Website	https://www.cowesyachthaven.com

Earliest Arrival Time - 14:00  

Navigation

Beware of the busy harbour, suggest entering using small craft channel, see Map of Cowes & Cowes Eastern Channel

N.A.B. The guide to ‘Good Rally Etiquette’

Noise	Arrival	Berthing
No unnecessary noise between 2330 – 0700hrs	Do NOT arrive before the stated  “earliest arrival time”	Expect to Raft, Berthing Masters have the final say

See www.psyc.uk.com/PSYC-Rally-Etiquette for full etiquette details