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.
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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
Navigation
See WEATHER & TIDES & https://www.lymingtonharbour.co.uk/index for local tidal information
N.A.B. The guide to ‘Good Rally Etiquette’
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Noise
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Arrival
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Berthing
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No unnecessary noise
between 2330 – 0700hrs
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Do NOT arrive before the stated “earliest arrival time”
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Expect to Raft, Berthing
Masters have the final say
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See www.psyc.uk.com/PSYC-Rally-Etiquette for full etiquette details