Considered the ‘powerboaters driving license’, this two-day course will teach you everything you need to know about having fun on the water, safely and confidently. 

You will be taught a wide range of skills from pre-start checks, boat safety and equipment, coming alongside, picking up a mooring, man overboard and much more. There is an element of theory throughout the course which includes rules of the road, weather and tides, chart work, passage and pilotage planning, buoyage.

For full course details, head over to Trafalgar Training, RYA Powerboat Level 2.

Give the gift of boating with a Trafalgar Training Gift Card

 

At Boat Club Trafalgar, our goal is to simplify and enhance your boating experience. Whether you find yourself visiting the same spots, seeking confidence to venture further, looking for new trip ideas, or eager to meet others who share your passion for boating, our new Passage Planning Workshops are tailored for you.

Event Overview:

Join us as we introduce our brand-new Passage Plan Workshops, designed to refine your planning skills and answer any specific questions you might have about reaching certain destinations. Our expert head instructor will lead these workshops, providing a deep dive into the different areas and destinations within the Solent.

This Month’s Highlight:

On Friday, 1st November, we’ll explore the Eastern Solent – featuring Portsmouth & Langstone Harbour, Southsea and Harbour Moorings.

Schedule:

17:45 – 18:00: Arrival and Setup

18:00 – 19:00: An hour with our head instructor, exploring the chosen destinations. Learn about potential risks, undiscovered spots, and key points of interest.

19:00 – 19:30: Enjoy some food and drinks on us with other members.

19:30 – 19:45: A Q&A session for any of your unanswered questions

19:45 – 21:00: Work alongside other members to create detailed passage plans.

Why You Should Attend:

Discover Hidden Gems: Uncover lesser-known locations within the Solent and broaden your boating horizons.

Enhance Your Skills: Whether you’re a novice or an experienced boater, gain valuable insights into effective passage planning.

Connect with Fellow Boaters: Forge new friendships, exchange stories, and gather knowledge from other club members.

Cost-Free: It’s on us!

How to Register:

Simply click the button below and complete the registration form to secure your spot.

This course is designed for those looking to supercharge their existing boating skills.  The day will be split to concentrate on training room skills in the morning and on water skills in the afternoon. You have the choice of attending just the morning or afternoon or can book the whole day and do both sessions.   The sessions will cover many of the skills first learned on the Powerboat Level 2 training, tailored to areas that you would like to brush up on.

We will concentrate the sessions on what you need to focus and brush up on, but here’s an idea of what could be included in each skills session;

Morning session:

• Refresher on VHF – procedures for making emergency calls, how to carry out your own radio check, calling a marina – 1 hour
  
• Navigation equipment and general navigation – how to use a chart plotter for plotting a course, how to use a chart plotter for general use depth, speed, contour depths, ‘rules of the road’ – 1.5 hours
• Passage planning – Tides – 1.5 hours

Afternoon session:

• How to moor a boat, on water skills – 3 hours

For full course details, head over to Trafalgar Training, RYA Powerboat Refresher Course

Give the gift of boating with a Trafalgar Training Gift Card

Our guided trips are a great way to get on the water with other Boat Club members whilst familiarising yourself with new boating destinations. 

• Explore some of the best parts of the Solent 
• Visit places you may not have gone to before on your own
• Get great navigation advice and local tips from our fully qualified guide

There’s nothing better than boating in good company, and sharing experiences on the water and on shore, so why not join us?

About Lymington

Set on the edge of the New Forest, Lymington is a beautiful harbour to discover. It’s a little further up the Solent than you may have previously ventured making this guided trip the ideal opportunity to brush up on your navigation. 

The picturesque river estuary is packed with sailboats, moorings, marinas and private berths, a major south coast centre of boating. The harbour is easily accessible, with deep water access at all states of tide. Exploring up the River you pas will pass the famous Lymington Salt Water swimming baths, the Royal and Town Yacht Clubs, and the iconic Berthons Boat Yard before reaching the refurbished and extended Town Quay. There’ll be time to explore ashore and have a bite to eat. 

Trip Itinerary

Meet at the Crate Cafe at 9:00 for a short brief of the guided trip. We plan to depart Trafalgar Wharf at 10:00. The journey will take around 1 hour 30 minutes arriving at Lymington Yacht Haven at 11:45 latest. We will be booking a table for lunch at The May Flower Restaurant. We plan to depart Lymington Yacht Haven at 13:30 to arrive back at Trafalgar at 15:45. 

Portsmouth Tides:

High Tide: 15:00 4.5m

Low Tide: 07:51 1.0m

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Trip:

Meet at Crate 09:00

Depart at 10:00

Journey – 1hr 30 minutes

Arrive – 11:45 (Latest)

Lunch – “The May Flower Restaurant“

Depart – 13:30

Arrive at Trafalgar – 15:45

—

Boats Reserved:

Sunna (Capacity 8)

Poseidon (Capacity 7)

How To Join

If you would like to join us on this Solent Discovery Guided Trip head over to the booking app, book the boat for the full day and note down that you would like to join us for the guided trip. Alternatively, check out our new Boat Share option below.

Boat Share 

Experience Solent destinations with other members, meet like-minded people and share your experience on the guided trips. Split the fuel and we’ll cover the docking fees, making it easier on your wallet.

We book the boat for you, all you have to do is let us know that you’d like to Boat Share and we’ll add you to the trip.

If you would like to boat share with another member on this trip just click the button below and fill in your details so that we can match you up with a fellow member. Please note that there are limited spaces available so be quick to make sure you don’t miss out.

The boats currently available for boat sharing are Sunna (8 passengers) and Poseidon (7 passengers).

*Boats are subject to change depending on availability and demand.*

Booking Lunch

To save you time we are booking a table at The May Flower Restaurant, if you would like us to book you in for the table reservation please indicate this on the form along with the number of people that you would like to bring along.

If you prefer to make your own plans at the destination please feel free to do so. 

Jump aboard with one of our highly experienced instructors to supercharge your Boat Club membership and extend your operational area into Chichester & Langstone Harbour. 

After carrying out this additional training you will be able to explore the tranquil Chichester Harbour with is stunning anchorages, marinas and beaches as well as access to Langstone’s water-ski area, sand bars and wildlife including a large colony of seals.

It opens up Chichester Marina, Sparks Marina, Northney Marina and Southsea Marina to which all have lovely eplaces to eat, explore or even to spend the night alongside.

Chichester Harbour is an AONB (an area of outstanding natural beauty) – the name says it all. You can anchor up off East Head beach, a popular summertime destination or explore the four main channels – up to Emsworth, Prinsted, Bosham and Dell Quay, via Itchenor and Birdham.

This is a free one-day training, except a fuel split between members on board. 

 

Considered the ‘powerboaters driving license’, this two-day course will teach you everything you need to know about having fun on the water, safely and confidently. 

You will be taught a wide range of skills from pre-start checks, boat safety and equipment, coming alongside, picking up a mooring, man overboard and much more. There is an element of theory throughout the course which includes rules of the road, weather and tides, chart work, passage and pilotage planning, buoyage.

For full course details, head over to Trafalgar Training, RYA Powerboat Level 2.

Give the gift of boating with a Trafalgar Training Gift Card

 

Jump aboard with one of our highly experienced instructors to supercharge your Boat Club membership and extend your operational area into Chichester & Langstone Harbour. 

After carrying out this additional training you will be able to explore the tranquil Chichester Harbour with is stunning anchorages, marinas and beaches as well as access to Langstone’s water-ski area, sand bars and wildlife including a large colony of seals.

It opens up Chichester Marina, Sparks Marina, Northney Marina and Southsea Marina to which all have lovely eplaces to eat, explore or even to spend the night alongside.

Chichester Harbour is an AONB (an area of outstanding natural beauty) – the name says it all. You can anchor up off East Head beach, a popular summertime destination or explore the four main channels – up to Emsworth, Prinsted, Bosham and Dell Quay, via Itchenor and Birdham.

This is a free one-day training, except a fuel split between members on board. 

 

This course is designed for those looking to supercharge their existing boating skills.  The day will be split to concentrate on training room skills in the morning and on water skills in the afternoon. You have the choice of attending just the morning or afternoon or can book the whole day and do both sessions.   The sessions will cover many of the skills first learned on the Powerboat Level 2 training, tailored to areas that you would like to brush up on.

We will concentrate the sessions on what you need to focus and brush up on, but here’s an idea of what could be included in each skills session;

Morning session:

• Refresher on VHF – procedures for making emergency calls, how to carry out your own radio check, calling a marina – 1 hour
  
• Navigation equipment and general navigation – how to use a chart plotter for plotting a course, how to use a chart plotter for general use depth, speed, contour depths, ‘rules of the road’ – 1.5 hours
• Passage planning – Tides – 1.5 hours

Afternoon session:

• How to moor a boat, on water skills – 3 hours

For full course details, head over to Trafalgar Training, RYA Powerboat Refresher Course

Give the gift of boating with a Trafalgar Training Gift Card

Our guided trips are a great way to get on the water with other Boat Club members whilst familiarising yourself with new boating destinations. 

• Explore some of the best parts of the Solent 
• Visit places you may not have gone to before on your own
• Get great navigation advice and local tips from our fully qualified guide

There’s nothing better than boating in good company, and sharing experiences on the water and on shore, so why not join us?

About Southsea

It’s more than your typical seaside resort with hotels and beaches; it’s a thriving, cultural force that feels as real and tangible to those who live there as the pebbles on Southsea Beach. Whilst Gunwharf Quays may have the recognisable bars, restaurants and shopping outlets, Southsea is decidedly more independent. There may be a few big names along Palmerston Road, but most other streets are bursting with independent pubs, cafes, restaurants, shops and more. It’s also a place to get away from the copy-and-paste British High Street, to see something you don’t every day. One main benefit is that, being less than two miles wide and 1.5 miles long, the entire Southsea area is walkable for most. It’s also incredibly flat, meaning those walks feel like a breeze. Not that you’re likely to do it all in one go, of course, as there will be plenty of attractions along the way to pique your interest.

Trip Itinerary

Meet at the Crate Cafe at 9:00 for a short brief of the guided trip. We plan to depart Trafalgar Wharf at 10:00. The journey will take around 1 hour 30 minutes, arriving at Southsea Marina at 11:30 latest. We will be booking a table for lunch at The Marina Bar. We plan to depart Southsea Marina at 13:30 to arrive back at Trafalgar at 15:00. 

Portsmouth Tides:

High Tide: 13:13 5.1m

Low Tide: 18:41 0.6m

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Trip:

Meet at Crate 09:00

Depart at 10:00

Journey – 1 hour 30 minutes

Arrive – 11:30 (Latest)

Lunch – “The Marina Bar“

Depart – 13:30

Arrive at Trafalgar – 15:00

—

Boats Reserved:

Sunna (Capacity 8)

Maia (Capacity 7)

How To Join

If you would like to join us on this Solent Discovery Guided Trip head over to the booking app, book the boat for the full day and note down that you would like to join us for the guided trip. Alternatively, check out our new Boat Share option below.

Boat Share 

Experience Solent destinations with other members, meet like-minded people and share your experience on the guided trips. Split the fuel and we’ll cover the docking fees, making it easier on your wallet.

We book the boat for you, all you have to do is let us know that you’d like to Boat Share and we’ll add you to the trip.

If you would like to boat share with another member on this trip just click the button below and fill in your details so that we can match you up with a fellow member. Please note that there are limited spaces available so be quick to make sure you don’t miss out.

The boats currently available for boat sharing are Sunna (8 passengers) and Maia (7 passengers).

*Boats are subject to change depending on availability and demand.*

Booking Lunch

To save you time we are booking a table at The Marina Bar, if you would like us to book you in for the table reservation please indicate this on the form along with the number of people that you would like to bring along.

If you prefer to make your own plans at the destination please feel free to do so. 

Considered the ‘powerboaters driving license’, this two-day course will teach you everything you need to know about having fun on the water, safely and confidently. 

You will be taught a wide range of skills from pre-start checks, boat safety and equipment, coming alongside, picking up a mooring, man overboard and much more. There is an element of theory throughout the course which includes rules of the road, weather and tides, chart work, passage and pilotage planning, buoyage.

For full course details, head over to Trafalgar Training, RYA Powerboat Level 2.

Give the gift of boating with a Trafalgar Training Gift Card

 

While you are out on the water enjoying your boating, knowing how to use the VHF radio properly may one day save your life or others. This course is designed to teach you how to use all the functions on your VHF and when to use them. You will also be taught how to transmit messages to another ship or marinas, pan-pan or mayday.

For full course details, head over to Trafalgar Training, RYA VHF Course

 

This course is designed for those looking to supercharge their existing boating skills.  The day will be split to concentrate on training room skills in the morning and on water skills in the afternoon. You have the choice of attending just the morning or afternoon or can book the whole day and do both sessions.   The sessions will cover many of the skills first learned on the Powerboat Level 2 training, tailored to areas that you would like to brush up on.

We will concentrate the sessions on what you need to focus and brush up on, but here’s an idea of what could be included in each skills session;

Morning session:

• Refresher on VHF – procedures for making emergency calls, how to carry out your own radio check, calling a marina – 1 hour
  
• Navigation equipment and general navigation – how to use a chart plotter for plotting a course, how to use a chart plotter for general use depth, speed, contour depths, ‘rules of the road’ – 1.5 hours
• Passage planning – Tides – 1.5 hours

Afternoon session:

• How to moor a boat, on water skills – 3 hours

For full course details, head over to Trafalgar Training, RYA Powerboat Refresher Course

Give the gift of boating with a Trafalgar Training Gift Card

Our guided trips are a great way to get on the water with other Boat Club members whilst familiarising yourself with new boating destinations. 

• Explore some of the best parts of the Solent 
• Visit places you may not have gone to before on your own
• Get great navigation advice and local tips from our fully qualified guide

There’s nothing better than boating in good company, and sharing experiences on the water and on shore, so why not join us?

About Yarmouth

Yarmouth town is located on the North-West of the Isle of Wight and acts as one of the gateways to the Island with one of the main ferry services operating from its harbour.

The historic port town sits at the mouth of the River Yar and contains some of the oldest architecture on the Isle of Wight, including a 16th-century castle. The harbour at Yarmouth is always very busy with both ferries and smaller boats, and the town itself offers a good variety of things to do for visitors.

The history of the town is very evident as you walk around and a trip along the Grade 2 listed pier is highly recommended for views across The Solent and is also known locally for being a great spot for fishing.

Yarmouth Castle, which is tucked away to the side of the ferry dock, is also a great place for sea views and family picnics during the warmer months.

Trip Itinerary

Meet at the Crate Cafe at 9:00 for a short brief of the guided trip. We plan to depart Trafalgar Wharf at 10:00. The journey will take around 1 hour 30 minutes arriving at Yarmouth at 11:45 latest. We will be booking a table for lunch at Wheatsheaf Inn. We plan to depart Yarmouth at 13:30 to arrive back at Trafalgar at 15:45. 

Portsmouth Tides:

High Tide: 13:52 4.6m

Low Tide: 19:08 1.1m

—

Trip:

Meet at Crate 09:00

Depart at 10:00

Journey – 1hr 30 minutes

Arrive – 11:45 (Latest)

Lunch – “Wheatsheaf Inn“

Depart – 13:30

Arrive at Trafalgar – 15:45

—

Boats Reserved:

Sunna (Capacity 8)

Poseidon (Capacity 7)

How To Join

If you would like to join us on this Solent Discovery Guided Trip head over to the booking app, book the boat for the full day and note down that you would like to join us for the guided trip. Alternatively, check out our new Boat Share option below.

Boat Share 

Experience Solent destinations with other members, meet like-minded people and share your experience on the guided trips. Split the fuel and we’ll cover the docking fees, making it easier on your wallet.

We book the boat for you, all you have to do is let us know that you’d like to Boat Share and we’ll add you to the trip.

If you would like to boat share with another member on this trip just click the button below and fill in your details so that we can match you up with a fellow member. Please note that there are limited spaces available so be quick to make sure you don’t miss out.

The boats currently available for boat sharing are Sunna (8 passengers) and Poseidon (7 passengers).

*Boats are subject to change depending on availability and demand.*

Booking Lunch

To save you time we are booking a table at Wheatsheaf Inn, if you would like us to book you in for the table reservation please indicate this on the form along with the number of people that you would like to bring along.

If you prefer to make your own plans at the destination please feel free to do so. 

At Boat Club Trafalgar, our goal is to simplify and enhance your boating experience. Whether you find yourself visiting the same spots, seeking confidence to venture further, looking for new trip ideas, or eager to meet others who share your passion for boating, our new Passage Planning Workshops are tailored for you.

Event Overview:

Join us as we introduce our brand-new Passage Plan Workshops, designed to refine your planning skills and answer any specific questions you might have about reaching certain destinations. Our expert head instructor will lead these workshops, providing a deep dive into the different areas and destinations within the Solent.

This Month’s Highlight:

On Friday, 6th September, we’ll explore the Central Solent – featuring Cowes – Cowes Yacht Haven, Shepherds Wharf, Trinity Landing, Folly, Island Harbour, and Newport.

Schedule:

17:45 – 18:00: Arrival and Setup

18:00 – 19:00: An hour with our head instructor, exploring the chosen destinations. Learn about potential risks, undiscovered spots, and key points of interest.

19:00 – 19:30: Enjoy some food and drinks on us with other members.

19:30 – 19:45: A Q&A session for any of your unanswered questions

19:45 – 21:00: Work alongside other members to create detailed passage plans.

Why You Should Attend:

Discover Hidden Gems: Uncover lesser-known locations within the Solent and broaden your boating horizons.

Enhance Your Skills: Whether you’re a novice or an experienced boater, gain valuable insights into effective passage planning.

Connect with Fellow Boaters: Forge new friendships, exchange stories, and gather knowledge from other club members.

Cost-Free: It’s on us!

How to Register:

Simply click the button below and complete the registration form to secure your spot.

Jump aboard with one of our highly experienced instructors to supercharge your Boat Club membership and extend your operational area into Chichester & Langstone Harbour. 

After carrying out this additional training you will be able to explore the tranquil Chichester Harbour with is stunning anchorages, marinas and beaches as well as access to Langstone’s water-ski area, sand bars and wildlife including a large colony of seals.

It opens up Chichester Marina, Sparks Marina, Northney Marina and Southsea Marina to which all have lovely eplaces to eat, explore or even to spend the night alongside.

Chichester Harbour is an AONB (an area of outstanding natural beauty) – the name says it all. You can anchor up off East Head beach, a popular summertime destination or explore the four main channels – up to Emsworth, Prinsted, Bosham and Dell Quay, via Itchenor and Birdham.

This is a free one-day training, except a fuel split between members on board. 

 

Considered the ‘powerboaters driving license’, this two-day course will teach you everything you need to know about having fun on the water, safely and confidently. 

You will be taught a wide range of skills from pre-start checks, boat safety and equipment, coming alongside, picking up a mooring, man overboard and much more. There is an element of theory throughout the course which includes rules of the road, weather and tides, chart work, passage and pilotage planning, buoyage.

For full course details, head over to Trafalgar Training, RYA Powerboat Level 2.

Give the gift of boating with a Trafalgar Training Gift Card

 

This course is designed for those looking to supercharge their existing boating skills.  The day will be split to concentrate on training room skills in the morning and on water skills in the afternoon. You have the choice of attending just the morning or afternoon or can book the whole day and do both sessions.   The sessions will cover many of the skills first learned on the Powerboat Level 2 training, tailored to areas that you would like to brush up on.

We will concentrate the sessions on what you need to focus and brush up on, but here’s an idea of what could be included in each skills session;

Morning session:

• Refresher on VHF – procedures for making emergency calls, how to carry out your own radio check, calling a marina – 1 hour
  
• Navigation equipment and general navigation – how to use a chart plotter for plotting a course, how to use a chart plotter for general use depth, speed, contour depths, ‘rules of the road’ – 1.5 hours
• Passage planning – Tides – 1.5 hours

Afternoon session:

• How to moor a boat, on water skills – 3 hours

For full course details, head over to Trafalgar Training, RYA Powerboat Refresher Course

Give the gift of boating with a Trafalgar Training Gift Card

Jump aboard with one of our highly experienced instructors to supercharge your Boat Club membership and extend your operational area into Chichester & Langstone Harbour. 

After carrying out this additional training you will be able to explore the tranquil Chichester Harbour with is stunning anchorages, marinas and beaches as well as access to Langstone’s water-ski area, sand bars and wildlife including a large colony of seals.

It opens up Chichester Marina, Sparks Marina, Northney Marina and Southsea Marina to which all have lovely eplaces to eat, explore or even to spend the night alongside.

Chichester Harbour is an AONB (an area of outstanding natural beauty) – the name says it all. You can anchor up off East Head beach, a popular summertime destination or explore the four main channels – up to Emsworth, Prinsted, Bosham and Dell Quay, via Itchenor and Birdham.

This is a free one-day training, except a fuel split between members on board. 

 

Considered the ‘powerboaters driving license’, this two-day course will teach you everything you need to know about having fun on the water, safely and confidently. 

You will be taught a wide range of skills from pre-start checks, boat safety and equipment, coming alongside, picking up a mooring, man overboard and much more. There is an element of theory throughout the course which includes rules of the road, weather and tides, chart work, passage and pilotage planning, buoyage.

For full course details, head over to Trafalgar Training, RYA Powerboat Level 2.

Give the gift of boating with a Trafalgar Training Gift Card

 

Our guided trips are a great way to get on the water with other Boat Club members whilst familiarising yourself with new boating destinations. 

• Explore some of the best parts of the Solent 
• Visit places you may not have gone to before on your own
• Get great navigation advice and local tips from our fully qualified guide

There’s nothing better than boating in good company, and sharing experiences on the water and on shore, so why not join us?

About East Cowes Marina

Cowes is often referred to as the hub of the Solent, with its central location, it’s a popular spot for boaters to visit. With several marinas available to choose from in Cowes, we thought we’d show you one that’s nicely tucked a little further up the River Medina. 

East Cowes Marina is popular with berth holders and visitors all year round. You can catch sight of a kingfisher or an oystercatcher and still be a short walk from shops and restaurants. Even better, enjoy a lunch overlooking the marina at the Lifeboat pub.

Trip Itinerary

Meet at the Crate Cafe at 9:00 for a short brief of the guided trip. We plan to depart Trafalgar Wharf at 10:00. The journey will take around 1 hour 30 minutes arriving at East Cowes Marina at 11:45 latest. We will be booking a table for lunch at The Lifeboat pub. We plan to depart East Cowes Marina at 13:30 to arrive back at Trafalgar at 15:45. 

Portsmouth Tides:

Low Tide: 07:24 0.5m

High Tide: 14:27 5.0m

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Trip:

Meet at Crate 09:00

Depart at 10:00

Journey – 1hr 30 minutes

Arrive – 11:45 (Latest)

Lunch – “The Lifeboat“

Depart – 13:30

Arrive at Trafalgar – 15:45

—

Boats Reserved:

Sunna (Capacity 8)

Aphrodite (Capacity 7)

How To Join

If you would like to join us on this Solent Discovery Guided Trip head over to the booking app, book the boat for the full day and note down that you would like to join us for the guided trip. Alternatively, check out our new Boat Share option below.

Boat Share 

Experience Solent destinations with other members, meet like-minded people and share your experience on the guided trips. Split the fuel and we’ll cover the docking fees, making it easier on your wallet.

We book the boat for you, all you have to do is let us know that you’d like to Boat Share and we’ll add you to the trip.

If you would like to boat share with another member on this trip just click the button below and fill in your details so that we can match you up with a fellow member. Please note that there are limited spaces available so be quick to make sure you don’t miss out.

The boats currently available for boat sharing are Sunna (8 passengers) and Aphrodite (7 passengers).

*Boats are subject to change depending on availability and demand.*

Booking Lunch

To save you time we are booking a table at The Lifeboat, if you would like us to book you in for the table reservation please indicate this on the form along with the number of people that you would like to bring along.

If you prefer to make your own plans at the destination please feel free to do so. 

At Boat Club Trafalgar, our goal is to simplify and enhance your boating experience. Whether you find yourself visiting the same spots, seeking confidence to venture further, looking for new trip ideas, or eager to meet others who share your passion for boating, our new Passage Planning Workshops are tailored for you.

Event Overview:

Join us as we introduce our brand-new Passage Plan Workshops, designed to refine your planning skills and answer any specific questions you might have about reaching certain destinations. Our expert head instructor will lead these workshops, providing a deep dive into the different areas and destinations within the Solent.

This Month’s Highlight:

On Friday, 4th October, we’ll explore the Western Solent – featuring Hurst Castle, Lymington Yacht Haven & Town Quay, and Beaulieu.

Schedule:

17:45 – 18:00: Arrival and Setup

18:00 – 19:00: An hour with our head instructor, exploring the chosen destinations. Learn about potential risks, undiscovered spots, and key points of interest.

19:00 – 19:30: Enjoy some food and drinks on us with other members.

19:30 – 19:45: A Q&A session for any of your unanswered questions

19:45 – 21:00: Work alongside other members to create detailed passage plans.

Why You Should Attend:

Discover Hidden Gems: Uncover lesser-known locations within the Solent and broaden your boating horizons.

Enhance Your Skills: Whether you’re a novice or an experienced boater, gain valuable insights into effective passage planning.

Connect with Fellow Boaters: Forge new friendships, exchange stories, and gather knowledge from other club members.

Cost-Free: It’s on us!

How to Register:

Simply click the button below and complete the registration form to secure your spot.

Have you been thinking of ways to be able to spend more time out on the water this year? You may have heard something about ‘membership boating’ and are curious to find out more?

Why not come along for a free taster session here at Boat Club Trafalgar on one of our dedicated Taster Days where we open up the club and invite people down to find out more about hassle-free boating. Grab a coffee, see the site and view the fleet. We’ll then jump aboard one of the club boats and head out for some some sea air, answering any questions you may have about membership boating along the way.

This Taster Day we’re excited to have Marine Power Training on site to run 3 mini skill sessions. These sessions will cover the proper lingo to use on a VHF radio, secrets to using popular navigation apps like Navionics, and some First Aid skills such as knowing how to spot if someone is in trouble.

Register your interest by clicking below and one of the team will be in touch to arrange a time that works for you.

Not available on this day? No problem. We can plan a day & time that suits you, just let us know when?

Considered the ‘powerboaters driving license’, this two-day course will teach you everything you need to know about having fun on the water, safely and confidently. 

You will be taught a wide range of skills from pre-start checks, boat safety and equipment, coming alongside, picking up a mooring, man overboard and much more. There is an element of theory throughout the course which includes rules of the road, weather and tides, chart work, passage and pilotage planning, buoyage.

For full course details, head over to Trafalgar Training, RYA Powerboat Level 2.

Give the gift of boating with a Trafalgar Training Gift Card

 

Our guided trips are a great way to get on the water with other Boat Club members whilst familiarising yourself with new boating destinations. 

• Explore some of the best parts of the Solent 
• Visit places you may not have gone to before on your own
• Get great navigation advice and local tips from our fully qualified guide

There’s nothing better than boating in good company, and sharing experiences on the water and on shore, so why not join us?

About Port Hamble

Situated near the entrance of Southampton Water, the Hamble is home to thousands of boats. The beautiful Hamble village has a heritage of boat building and restoration and has been home to many of the UK’s top sailors. 

Packed with an excellent choice of pubs and waterside restaurants, there are plenty of places to berth on the Hamble too. Starting with Hamble Point Marina near the entrance, Port Hamble, Mercury Marina, and leading to Universal and Swanwick Marinas as you explore further upstream.

We will be visiting Universal Marina a little further up Hamble River.

Trip Itinerary

Meet at the Crate Cafe at 9:00 for a short brief of the guided trip. We plan to depart Trafalgar Wharf at 10:00. The journey will take around 1 hour 30 minutes arriving at Universal Marina at 11:45 latest. We will be booking a table for lunch at the Mermaid Cafe. We plan to depart Universal Marina at 13:30 to arrive back at Trafalgar at 15:45.

Portsmouth Tides:

Low Tide: 09:31 1.9m

High Tide: 16:48 3.9m

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Trip:

Meet at Crate Cafe 09:00 – Coffee & Breakfast

Depart Trafalgar Wharf at 10:00

Journey time – 1hr 30 minutes

Arrive – 11:45 (Latest)

Lunch – Mermaid Cafe

Depart Universal Marina – 13:30

Arrive at Trafalgar Wharf – 15:45

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Boats Reserved:

Sunna (Capacity 8)

Maia (Capacity 7) 

How To Join

If you would like to join us on the Hamble River Discovery Guided Trip head over to the booking app, book the boat for the full day and note down that you would like to join us for the guided trip. Alternatively, check out our new Boat Share option below.

Boat Share 

Experience Solent destinations with other members, meet like-minded people and share your experience on the guided trips. Split the fuel, and we’ll cover the docking fees, making it easier on your wallet.

We book the boat for you, all you have to do is let us know that you’d like to Boat Share and we’ll add you to the trip.

If you would like to boat share with another member on this trip, just click the button below and fill in your details so that we can match you up with a fellow member. Please note that there are limited spaces available so be quick to make sure you don’t miss out.

The boats currently available for boat sharing are Sunna (8 passengers) and Maia (7 passengers).

*Boats are subject to change depending on availability and demand.*

Booking Lunch

To save you time we are booking a table at the Mermaid Cafe. Please indicate this on the form along with the number of people that you would like to bring along.

If you prefer to make your own plans at the destination please feel free to do so. 

Jump aboard with one of our highly experienced instructors to supercharge your Boat Club membership and extend your operational area into Chichester & Langstone Harbour. 

After carrying out this additional training you will be able to explore the tranquil Chichester Harbour with is stunning anchorages, marinas and beaches as well as access to Langstone’s water-ski area, sand bars and wildlife including a large colony of seals.

It opens up Chichester Marina, Sparks Marina, Northney Marina and Southsea Marina to which all have lovely eplaces to eat, explore or even to spend the night alongside.

Chichester Harbour is an AONB (an area of outstanding natural beauty) – the name says it all. You can anchor up off East Head beach, a popular summertime destination or explore the four main channels – up to Emsworth, Prinsted, Bosham and Dell Quay, via Itchenor and Birdham.

This is a free one-day training, except a fuel split between members on board. 

 

This course is designed for those looking to supercharge their existing boating skills.  The day will be split to concentrate on training room skills in the morning and on water skills in the afternoon. You have the choice of attending just the morning or afternoon or can book the whole day and do both sessions.   The sessions will cover many of the skills first learned on the Powerboat Level 2 training, tailored to areas that you would like to brush up on.

We will concentrate the sessions on what you need to focus and brush up on, but here’s an idea of what could be included in each skills session;

Morning session:

• Refresher on VHF – procedures for making emergency calls, how to carry out your own radio check, calling a marina – 1 hour
  
• Navigation equipment and general navigation – how to use a chart plotter for plotting a course, how to use a chart plotter for general use depth, speed, contour depths, ‘rules of the road’ – 1.5 hours
• Passage planning – Tides – 1.5 hours

Afternoon session:

• How to moor a boat, on water skills – 3 hours

For full course details, head over to Trafalgar Training, RYA Powerboat Refresher Course

Give the gift of boating with a Trafalgar Training Gift Card

Jump aboard with one of our highly experienced instructors to supercharge your Boat Club membership and extend your operational area into Chichester & Langstone Harbour. 

After carrying out this additional training you will be able to explore the tranquil Chichester Harbour with is stunning anchorages, marinas and beaches as well as access to Langstone’s water-ski area, sand bars and wildlife including a large colony of seals.

It opens up Chichester Marina, Sparks Marina, Northney Marina and Southsea Marina to which all have lovely eplaces to eat, explore or even to spend the night alongside.

Chichester Harbour is an AONB (an area of outstanding natural beauty) – the name says it all. You can anchor up off East Head beach, a popular summertime destination or explore the four main channels – up to Emsworth, Prinsted, Bosham and Dell Quay, via Itchenor and Birdham.

This is a free one-day training, except a fuel split between members on board. 

 

Our guided trips are a great way to get on the water with other Boat Club members whilst familiarising yourself with new boating destinations. 

• Explore some of the best parts of the Solent 
• Visit places you may not have gone to before on your own
• Get great navigation advice and local tips from our fully qualified guide

There’s nothing better than boating in good company, and sharing experiences on the water and on shore, so why not join us?

About Southsea

It’s more than your typical seaside resort with hotels and beaches; it’s a thriving, cultural force that feels as real and tangible to those who live there as the pebbles on Southsea Beach. Whilst Gunwharf Quays may have the recognisable bars, restaurants and shopping outlets, Southsea is decidedly more independent. There may be a few big names along Palmerston Road, but most other streets are bursting with independent pubs, cafes, restaurants, shops and more. It’s also a place to get away from the copy-and-paste British High Street, to see something you don’t every day. One main benefit is that, being less than two miles wide and 1.5 miles long, the entire Southsea area is walkable for most. It’s also incredibly flat, meaning those walks feel like a breeze. Not that you’re likely to do it all in one go, of course, as there will be plenty of attractions along the way to pique your interest.

Trip Itinerary

Meet at the Crate Cafe at 9:00 for a short brief of the guided trip. We plan to depart Trafalgar Wharf at 10:00. The journey will take around 1 hour 30 minutes, arriving at Southsea Marina at 11:30 latest. We will be booking a table for lunch at The Marina Bar. We plan to depart Southsea Marina at 13:30 to arrive back at Trafalgar at 15:00. 

Portsmouth Tides:

High Tide: 13:13 5.1m

Low Tide: 18:41 0.6m

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Trip:

Meet at Crate 09:00

Depart at 10:00

Journey – 1 hour 30 minutes

Arrive – 11:30 (Latest)

Lunch – “The Marina Bar“

Depart – 13:30

Arrive at Trafalgar – 15:00

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Boats Reserved:

Sunna (Capacity 8)

Maia (Capacity 7)

How To Join

If you would like to join us on this Solent Discovery Guided Trip head over to the booking app, book the boat for the full day and note down that you would like to join us for the guided trip. Alternatively, check out our new Boat Share option below.

Boat Share 

Experience Solent destinations with other members, meet like-minded people and share your experience on the guided trips. Split the fuel and we’ll cover the docking fees, making it easier on your wallet.

We book the boat for you, all you have to do is let us know that you’d like to Boat Share and we’ll add you to the trip.

If you would like to boat share with another member on this trip just click the button below and fill in your details so that we can match you up with a fellow member. Please note that there are limited spaces available so be quick to make sure you don’t miss out.

The boats currently available for boat sharing are Sunna (8 passengers) and Maia (7 passengers).

*Boats are subject to change depending on availability and demand.*

Booking Lunch

To save you time we are booking a table at The Marina Bar, if you would like us to book you in for the table reservation please indicate this on the form along with the number of people that you would like to bring along.

If you prefer to make your own plans at the destination please feel free to do so. 

Considered the ‘powerboaters driving license’, this two-day course will teach you everything you need to know about having fun on the water, safely and confidently. 

You will be taught a wide range of skills from pre-start checks, boat safety and equipment, coming alongside, picking up a mooring, man overboard and much more. There is an element of theory throughout the course which includes rules of the road, weather and tides, chart work, passage and pilotage planning, buoyage.

For full course details, head over to Trafalgar Training, RYA Powerboat Level 2.

Give the gift of boating with a Trafalgar Training Gift Card

 

While you are out on the water enjoying your boating, knowing how to use the VHF radio properly may one day save your life or others. This course is designed to teach you how to use all the functions on your VHF and when to use them. You will also be taught how to transmit messages to another ship or marinas, pan-pan or mayday.

For full course details, head over to Trafalgar Training, RYA VHF Course

 

Considered the ‘powerboaters driving license’, this two-day course will teach you everything you need to know about having fun on the water, safely and confidently. 

You will be taught a wide range of skills from pre-start checks, boat safety and equipment, coming alongside, picking up a mooring, man overboard and much more. There is an element of theory throughout the course which includes rules of the road, weather and tides, chart work, passage and pilotage planning, buoyage.

For full course details, head over to Trafalgar Training, RYA Powerboat Level 2.

Give the gift of boating with a Trafalgar Training Gift Card

 

Our guided trips are a great way to get on the water with other Boat Club members whilst familiarising yourself with new boating destinations. 

• Explore some of the best parts of the Solent 
• Visit places you may not have gone to before on your own
• Get great navigation advice and local tips from our fully qualified guide

There’s nothing better than boating in good company, and sharing experiences on the water and on shore, so why not join us?

About Lymington

Set on the edge of the New Forest, Lymington is a beautiful harbour to discover. It’s a little further up the Solent than you may have previously ventured making this guided trip the ideal opportunity to brush up on your navigation. 

The picturesque river estuary is packed with sailboats, moorings, marinas and private berths, a major south coast centre of boating. The harbour is easily accessible, with deep water access at all states of tide. Exploring up the River you pas will pass the famous Lymington Salt Water swimming baths, the Royal and Town Yacht Clubs, and the iconic Berthons Boat Yard before reaching the refurbished and extended Town Quay. There’ll be time to explore ashore and have a bite to eat. 

Trip Itinerary

Meet at the Crate Cafe at 9:00 for a short brief of the guided trip. We plan to depart Trafalgar Wharf at 10:00. The journey will take around 1 hour 30 minutes arriving at Town Quay at 11:45 latest. We will be booking a table for lunch at The Ship Inn. We plan to depart Town Quay at 13:30 to arrive back at Trafalgar at 15:45. 

Portsmouth Tides:

High Tide: 14:33 4.2m

Low Tide: 19:54 1.6m

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Trip:

Meet at Crate 09:00

Depart at 10:00

Journey – 1hr 30 minutes

Arrive – 11:45 (Latest)

Lunch – The Ship Inn

Depart – 13:30

Arrive at Trafalgar – 15:45

—

Boats Reserved:

Sunna (Capacity 8)

Maia (Capacity 7)

How To Join

If you would like to join us on this Solent Discovery Guided Trip head over to the booking app, book the boat for the full day and note down that you would like to join us for the guided trip. Alternatively, check out our new Boat Share option below.

Boat Share 

Experience Solent destinations with other members, meet like-minded people and share your experience on the guided trips. Split the fuel and we’ll cover the docking fees, making it easier on your wallet.

We book the boat for you, all you have to do is let us know that you’d like to Boat Share and we’ll add you to the trip.

If you would like to boat share with another member on this trip just click the button below and fill in your details so that we can match you up with a fellow member. Please note that there are limited spaces available so be quick to make sure you don’t miss out.

The boats currently available for boat sharing are Sunna (8 passengers) and Maia (7 passengers).

*Boats are subject to change depending on availability and demand.*

Booking Lunch

To save you time we are booking a table at The Ship Inn, if you would like us to book you in for the table reservation please indicate this on the form along with the number of people that you would like to bring along.

If you prefer to make your own plans at the destination please feel free to do so. 

Jump aboard with one of our highly experienced instructors to supercharge your Boat Club membership and extend your operational area into Chichester & Langstone Harbour. 

After carrying out this additional training you will be able to explore the tranquil Chichester Harbour with is stunning anchorages, marinas and beaches as well as access to Langstone’s water-ski area, sand bars and wildlife including a large colony of seals.

It opens up Chichester Marina, Sparks Marina, Northney Marina and Southsea Marina to which all have lovely eplaces to eat, explore or even to spend the night alongside.

Chichester Harbour is an AONB (an area of outstanding natural beauty) – the name says it all. You can anchor up off East Head beach, a popular summertime destination or explore the four main channels – up to Emsworth, Prinsted, Bosham and Dell Quay, via Itchenor and Birdham.

This is a free one-day training, except a fuel split between members on board. 

 

This course is designed for those looking to supercharge their existing boating skills.  The day will be split to concentrate on training room skills in the morning and on water skills in the afternoon. You have the choice of attending just the morning or afternoon or can book the whole day and do both sessions.   The sessions will cover many of the skills first learned on the Powerboat Level 2 training, tailored to areas that you would like to brush up on.

We will concentrate the sessions on what you need to focus and brush up on, but here’s an idea of what could be included in each skills session;

Morning session:

• Refresher on VHF – procedures for making emergency calls, how to carry out your own radio check, calling a marina – 1 hour
  
• Navigation equipment and general navigation – how to use a chart plotter for plotting a course, how to use a chart plotter for general use depth, speed, contour depths, ‘rules of the road’ – 1.5 hours
• Passage planning – Tides – 1.5 hours

Afternoon session:

• How to moor a boat, on water skills – 3 hours

For full course details, head over to Trafalgar Training, RYA Powerboat Refresher Course

Give the gift of boating with a Trafalgar Training Gift Card

Jump aboard with one of our highly experienced instructors to supercharge your Boat Club membership and extend your operational area into Chichester & Langstone Harbour. 

After carrying out this additional training you will be able to explore the tranquil Chichester Harbour with is stunning anchorages, marinas and beaches as well as access to Langstone’s water-ski area, sand bars and wildlife including a large colony of seals.

It opens up Chichester Marina, Sparks Marina, Northney Marina and Southsea Marina to which all have lovely eplaces to eat, explore or even to spend the night alongside.

Chichester Harbour is an AONB (an area of outstanding natural beauty) – the name says it all. You can anchor up off East Head beach, a popular summertime destination or explore the four main channels – up to Emsworth, Prinsted, Bosham and Dell Quay, via Itchenor and Birdham.

This is a free one-day training, except a fuel split between members on board. 

 

Considered the ‘powerboaters driving license’, this two-day course will teach you everything you need to know about having fun on the water, safely and confidently. 

You will be taught a wide range of skills from pre-start checks, boat safety and equipment, coming alongside, picking up a mooring, man overboard and much more. There is an element of theory throughout the course which includes rules of the road, weather and tides, chart work, passage and pilotage planning, buoyage.

For full course details, head over to Trafalgar Training, RYA Powerboat Level 2.

Give the gift of boating with a Trafalgar Training Gift Card

 

Considered the ‘powerboaters driving license’, this two-day course will teach you everything you need to know about having fun on the water, safely and confidently. 

You will be taught a wide range of skills from pre-start checks, boat safety and equipment, coming alongside, picking up a mooring, man overboard and much more. There is an element of theory throughout the course which includes rules of the road, weather and tides, chart work, passage and pilotage planning, buoyage.

For full course details, head over to Trafalgar Training, RYA Powerboat Level 2.

Give the gift of boating with a Trafalgar Training Gift Card

 

At Boat Club Trafalgar, our goal is to simplify and enhance your boating experience. Whether you find yourself visiting the same spots, seeking confidence to venture further, looking for new trip ideas, or eager to meet others who share your passion for boating, our new Passage Planning Workshops are tailored for you.

Event Overview:

Join us as we introduce our brand-new Passage Plan Workshops, designed to refine your planning skills and answer any specific questions you might have about reaching certain destinations. Our expert head instructor will lead these workshops, providing a deep dive into the different areas and destinations within the Solent.

This Month’s Highlight:

On Friday, 6th December, we’ll explore Chichester Harbour – featuring Chichester – Sparkes, Northney, Emsworth, East Head, Itchenor, Bosham, and Chichester Marina.

Schedule:

17:45 – 18:00: Arrival and Setup

18:00 – 19:00: An hour with our head instructor, exploring the chosen destinations. Learn about potential risks, undiscovered spots, and key points of interest.

19:00 – 19:30: Enjoy some food and drinks on us with other members.

19:30 – 19:45: A Q&A session for any of your unanswered questions

19:45 – 21:00: Work alongside other members to create detailed passage plans.

Why You Should Attend:

Discover Hidden Gems: Uncover lesser-known locations within the Solent and broaden your boating horizons.

Enhance Your Skills: Whether you’re a novice or an experienced boater, gain valuable insights into effective passage planning.

Connect with Fellow Boaters: Forge new friendships, exchange stories, and gather knowledge from other club members.

Cost-Free: It’s on us!

How to Register:

Simply click the button below and complete the registration form to secure your spot.