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.

An opportunity to take a stroll around scenic Old Portsmouth and recognise landmarks we routinely motor past in our boats.

Meeting at the bus station at The Hard Bus depot PO1 3DT, we then walk through Gunwharf, around the waterfront, then around to Old Portsmouth via Spice Quay and along the seafront as far as Clarence Pier, circling back to Gunwharf past the Cathedral and through Old Portsmouth to Gunwharf where we will stop for coffee or something stronger as you wish, and perhaps lunch.

This is an easy, flat walk of approximately 5 miles.  You don’t need to do the whole walk, but let the Walk Leaders know before you break away.  Please monitor the weather, we will only cancel if the forecast is appalling on the day.  Otherwise, we are all sailors: “We don’t melt!!”

• Walk commences: 1100 am PROMPT
• Distance: Aprox 5 m .
• Walking Time: 2 hours [+ rest stops].
  
• Toilet Stop: Lots
  
• Coffee Stop (or Drinking houses): Lots – or bring your own flasks.
• Dogs: Welcome.

Starting the walk at The Hard Bus Station, PO1 3DT at 11.00 prompt

You can use the Park and Ride, Tipner interchange, M275 Junction 1, PO2 8AN at 10.15 prompt to catch the 10.30 Bus (Bus price is £4 per car with up to 5 passengers, car sharing recommended).  Or you can take the X4 Bus from Port Solent, or of course, you can use your own transport.

Please register via the website so we know to expect you.

Walk Leaders Julie & Derek Kalinski - Astrid 07951 948486

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.

Portsmouth International Port
‘ The good, the better and the aspirational’

WINTER TALK – SUNDAY 16^th FEBRUARY 2025
At the Port House, Marina Keep, Port Solent

Guest Speaker:
Mr. Joe Jordan

Duty Port Operations Manager (DPOM)/Port Facility
Security Officer (PFSO)   

           11.00am – Coffee

           11.30am – Presentation and Questions

           1.15pm – Lunch

Portsmouth International Port is a major UK port responsible for handling millions of customers and vital cargo across the globe. With easy access from the motorway and major shipping lanes, the port is ideally placed for ferries, cruise ships and freight. For the second year running, it has just won two industry-renowned Wave Awards for Best Port, and Best Environmental Innovation and has recently signed a further 20-year contract with Brittany Ferries.

About the Speaker

Joe Jordan began working at the port in 1993 with a part time job whilst studying at college. He has over 30 years’ experience in the maritime/port sector with 10 years of that spent working for Brittany Ferries, supervising the freight and passenger operations. He joined the Port Authority in 2007, working initially as a Port Control Officer before joining the Relief Operations Team, covering all operational roles within the Port. He was promoted to Duty Port Operations Manager in 2020.

The talk will be followed by a Two-course hot buffet lunch

£23.50 ( payable on the day)

 Please submit your menu choice at registration (by 3rd February):

Main Course

Chicken Breast

Beef – slow braised

Vegetable Tart

all served with

Roast Potatoes, Cauliflower Cheese,

Medley of mixed Seasonal Vegetables

Yorkshire Pudding

Dessert

Chocolate and Cashew Butter Cake with Berry Compote (VEGAN/GF)

Bread and Butter Pudding

Apple & Blackberry Crumble with Custard

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

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!

Social Programme 
Friday evening - BYO drinks on the veranda
Saturday evening - dinner at Island Sailing Club 

Earliest Arrival Time: 14.00

Your berth will not be available before 14.00

Payment 

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

Useful links

Map of Cowes

Cowes Eastern Channel

Explore Cowes

Harbour Contact Information

Voyage monitoring Channel 16. Channel 77 to talk

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 next to another club boat.

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

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 approachs at some states of tide.

Social Programme 

TBC

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 Pay on Arrival 

Useful Links

Chichester Harbour

Places to visit

Things to do 

Walking & cycling

Harbour Map

Harbour Contact Information

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. 

PROVISIONAL RALLY INFORMATION

A weekend trip to Yarmouth Please note weekends are busy and we will be rafting.

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.

Social Programme -  TBC

Payment

Yarmouth Harbour requires payment on arrival, how easy!

Useful Links

Entry Guide

Attractions

Cafés & Restaurants

Chandlers

Harbour Contact Information

Navigation

See Entry Guide for local navigation 

Earliest Arrival Time 12.00

Your berth will not be available before 12.00

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

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.  The Saturday market, dating back to the 13th century is held on the High Street and is popular throughout the year.

Social Programme TBC

Earliest Arrival Time 12.00

Your berth will be available from 12.00

Payment

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.

Harbour Contact Information

Navigation

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

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

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

PROVISIONAL 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

  Friday Evening - BYO BBQ in the Marquee  

Payment & Registering

The Bembridge system is different to other rallies.  On registration you will receive a rally code. You then need to log on to the harbour website www.bembridgeharbour.co.uk to confirm your Berth. Your rally place is not confirmed until payment has been made to the harbour. Please reply to pending or confirmation email to tell us you've booked.  

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. 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. 2.5 m tidal depth between 12.40 and 14.00.  All skippers responsible for making their own checks.

PROVISIONAL RALLY INFORMATION

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.

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.

ALSO: Skipper’s Briefing Note: Paperwork will be required for leaving UK, entry to France, leaving France and also re-entry into the UK easily available online, further information on registration.

Social

TBC

Useful Links

For onward travel

St Cast Le Guildo  St Malo Marina 

Harbours Contact Information

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

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

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

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

Shepards Wharf Marina is a Cowes Harbour Commission 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.  

Payment: 

An invoice will be sent to your email address pay 48 hours in advance.

Social Programme: TBC

Useful links

Map of Cowes

Cowes Eastern Channel

Explore Cowes

Harbour Contact Information

Arrival time: from mid-day onwards

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. NOTE:  You may be expected to raft next to another club boat.

PROVISIONAL 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.   

Join us for at our BYO BBQ,  

Social Programme -

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  

Saturday - join us for a Karting experience at Wight Karting, just spectate or get behind the wheel of a Kart and race around this challenging kart track. https://www.wightkarting.co.uk/
or 
join the organised walk around the area.

Sunday - join us for lunch at Bembridge Sailing Club

Monday - join a walk or a run out in tenders for a "glass and a sandwich on the terrace"

Payment & Registering

The Bembridge system is different to other rallies.  On registration you will receive a rally code. You then need to log on to the harbour website www.bembridgeharbour.co.ukto confirm your Berth. Your rally place is not confirmed until payment has been made to the harbour. Please reply to pending or confirmation email to tell us you've booked.  

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. 

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.

Social Programme - 

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

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

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