Marina Life

MDL's Ocean Village Marina named 'Marina of the Year' at British Yachting Awards 2023

28 November 23

Confirming its status as a 5* marina, our Ocean Village Marina has won the ‘Marina of the Year’ accolade at the British Yachting Awards 2023.

The Boat Investment Opportunity

22 August 23

We have partnered with a new and exciting project coming to the Solent, The Boat. The Project is a floating restaurant that will be based in the Solent and accessible primarily by water.

MDL to host OGR Captains' Dinner and charity auction to support marine charities

25 July 23

Offering a unique opportunity to dine with the intrepid skippers and crews taking part in the retro Ocean Globe Race (OGR) before they set sail, we’re hosting a black-tie Captains’ Dinner at the Harbour Hotel in Ocean Village on Friday 1st September 2023.

MDL Marinas trials smart marina technology to enhance customer experience

16 June 23

We’ve partnered with Falco and Havenstar to trial smart marina technology at our Queen Anne’s Battery marina.

MDL Marinas seeks partners to expand its cruising network in the UK

12 June 23

We’re seeking partnerships with independent marinas around the coast of the British Isles to expand our cruising network in the UK.

Exciting new restaurant opens at MDL’s Torquay Marina

11 June 23

Berth holders, visitors and tenants at our Torquay Marina can now eat, drink and unwind at the new onsite bar and restaurant, Otto.

MDL Marinas partners with Ocean Globe Race to bring iconic sailing race home to Southampton

05 April 23

After almost a quarter of a century, it‘s with great excitement we announce we’ve partnered with Ocean Globe Race to bring the iconic sailing race back to Southampton.

Win prizes worth over £2500 with tickets to South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show 2023

05 April 23

Visitors to this year’s South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show can win prizes worth over £2500 when they book their free tickets to the show, which takes place at Ocean Village Marina 21-23 April 2023.

Using navigation marks safely

03 April 23

Paul Glatzel from Powerboat Training UK talks us through how to use navigation marks safely when passing through harbours and ports.

MDL Marinas celebrates its 50th Anniversary

31 March 23

To kick off the celebrations, we’re launching a new website showcasing our vibrant history and telling the stories of those who’ve been a part of our 50-year journey.

MDL supports marine industry charity ride as part of 50th anniversary celebrations

30 March 23

As part of our 50th anniversary celebrations, we’re sponsoring the ‘Marine Industry does the Isle of Wight’ charity bike ride.

Boating Medical Packs and Training

31 January 23

Dr. Briggs, an intensive care consultant and Managing Director of Medical Support Offshore (MSOS) at Saxon Wharf in Southampton, talks us through the importance of comprehensive medical kits and training when boating.