Port Hamble Marina Visitor Guide

Port Hamble Marina is situated on the River Hamble in the heart of the South Coast's sailing scene. The marina has a proud heritage of refitting and maintaining racing yachts, a tradition that continues today with many different yacht services based at the marina. Picturesque Hamble village, with its inviting pubs and restaurants, is only a few minutes walk away. The sailing opportunities are endless - cruise around the Isle of Wight or head east and explore Portsmouth and the sheltered Chichester Harbour. To the west lies Buckler's Hard on the Beaulieu River. The more adventurous sailors can cruise down to the West Country and enjoy some spectacular sailing along the Cornish Coast. For the competitive sailor, the Solent probably offers the widest choice of racing in the UK, with fixtures throughout the summer and winter months. more about Port Hamble Marina...

Hamble (Southampton)

Discover the delightful maritime village Hamble le Rice (as it is officially known, 'rice' meaning small hill), renowned as the South coast's yachting Mecca. Located five miles outside of Southampton, visitors can take in the superb views of the Hamble river and marinas from the Quay at the bottom of the High Street. The older part of the village is centred around the priory church of St. Andrews with many older buildings clustered between the curch and the river. Explore the village square and high street with its small shops and attractive old houses, parts of which date back to 1550. Hamble has a long and proud history. Amongst those who have had associations with Hamble are names such as C.B. Fry and his cricketing friends W.G. Grace, the author Neville Shute and aviators Juan de la Cierva, A.V. Roe and Bert Hinkler. Given its geographical location, with fresh water... more about Hamble...