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Places to go
Beaulieu River & Buckler's Hard
The Beaulieu River is a small river, which flows south through the New Forest . The river is some 12 miles long, of which the last 4 miles are tidal. The name is pronounced BEW-lee. A short sail to the river will take you to Buckler’s Hard –picturesque 18th century village on the banks of the river. Historically, it is famed as the place where some of the ships of Nelson's fleet were built.
http://www.bucklershard.co.uk
The Folly, Medina River, IOW
The Folly Inn on the banks of the River Medina is a popular location for sailors. You can moor up at one of the visitor’s pontoons and sample a wide selection of hot and cold food and live music at the weekends. Excellent ales are served and a friendly river taxi is available to ferry you back to your boat.
http://www.follyinn.com/
The Jolly Sailor, Bursledon
As locations go, you would be hard pressed to beat The Jolly Sailor at Old Bursledon. The pub is right on the water’s edge overlooking the River, with seating along its frontage as well as on a covered wooden jetty. It is the perfect place to sit and unwind with a cold beer, watching the yachts come and go on a lazy sunny day. The pub has recently undergone a refit with a longer more modern bar, but has still managed to retain its olde
worlde feel.
http://www.hants.gov.uk/hambleharbour/jollys.html
Cowes Yacht Haven, IOW
Cowes Yacht Haven represents the heart of the sailing world in Cowes. Centrally located, visitors have instant access to Cowes town centre, the Parade, with its range of yacht clubs, including the historic Royal Yacht Squadron, and beautiful Northwood Park, with its tennis, mini-golf facilities and pleasant walks.
http://www.cowesyachthaven.com/
Lymington - SailTime Base
The very attractive Georgian market town of Lymington lies at the western end of The Solent, just 3 miles from the Needles Channel. Besides the numerous attractions and activities to be found in the town itself, Lymington also benefits from having the recently designated National Park status of the New Forest, with its wild ponies, wonderful walks and picturesque scenery, on its doorstep.
http://www.yachthavens.com/yachthaven
Local Businesses
Harbour Lights Picturehouse – Ocean Village
Overlooking the marina at Ocean Village, the distinguished building of Harbour Lights Picturehouse is the most comfortable and stylish place to watch films in the Southampton area. Voted ‘Best Loved Independent Cinema’ by Empire readers in 2000, this landmark building houses two state-of-the-art screens (each with Dolby SR sound) that show the very best in Hollywood, world and independent cinema.
http://www.totaltravel.co.uk/link.asp?fid=617524
Banana Wharf Restaurant and Bar – Ocean Village
Overlooking the Marina and right by the water, Banana Wharf offers a superb bar and spacious restaurant with al fresco drinking and eating on the Quay. They offer a heated and covered patio area for dining whatever the weather, and in the warm summer months the tables stretch almost to the water's edge to allow an unobstructed view of the yacht-filled Marina. Inside, the custom designed décor provides a sumptuous surrounding of glass and chrome, softened by mood lighting, and complemented by the extensive and innovative menus.
Banana Wharf is open from 8.30am - 10.30pm, 7 days a week,
when you will be able to enjoy everything from breakfast, bar snacks,
full a la carte dining, or perhaps just a drink.
http://www.bananawharf.co.uk
Pitcher and Piano Bar – Ocean Village
As the only bar in Southampton to combine setting and style, Pitcher & Piano has quickly become a venue where high quality food and impressive cocktails draw in locals and adventurers alike.
The bar itself has a contemporary interior and sits elevated above the popular Ocean Village marina giving incredible views. Along with a back bar packed with premium spirits the house pours are also the best around,
so come down and sip great drinks while watching the sun set over the Solent.
http://pitcherandpiano.com/locations/bar.cfm?area=Southampton
Royal Southampton Yacht Club – Ocean Village
Whilst the Royal Southampton Yacht Club is a members’ club, visiting yachtsmen are always welcome. The clubhouse overlooks the Ocean Village marina and the restaurant, with a commanding outlook over the water allowing unrivalled views, is renowned for its excellent cuisine. They can serve you anything from a light bite for lunch to a full scale three or four course meal. When your time is limited during the week, just let their head waitress know on your arrival and they will see you are "in and out" from the time of placing your order in less than an hour.
http://www.rsyc.org.uk
