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Sailing to Yarmouth

Yarmouth

At the western most end of the Isle of Wight Yarmouth, is a picturesque fishing, ferry and yachting port widely regarded as one of the jewels of the South Coast.

The deepwater harbour retains its old world aura while visiting yachtsmen will find a range of amenities which are very much up to date and accepted as being among the best in the South.

Yarmouth has grown up as a result of its natural harbour, which is guarded by Yarmouth Castle, a fortification built to protect the Solent from invading forces by Henry VIII in 1547.

The Harbour attracts many yachts and motor cruisers.

This is a bustling town that has an active community all year round. It is the boats and yachts, however, which attract much of the business and custom.

The square has a varied range of shops and delightful eating establishmentsYarmouth Town is well stocked for provisioning and chandlery, and visitors will find no shortage of hostelries, cafes and restaurants around the town.

General Access Info:

  • From the west, Black Rock and the shoal water north of the outer east-west pier are the only dangers
  • The biggest hazard is the White Link ferry which runs to and from Lymington every 30 mins
  • The tide runs strongly across the entrance

Berthing Options:

  • The harbour master will meet you and direct you to an available berth – VHF Ch 68 – 01983 760321
  • There are buoys available outside the harbour
  • There are a choice of walk ashore pontoon berths, fore and aft pile moorings and alongside pontoon berths with shore access by dinghy
  • On busy weekends in the summer it is not uncommon for the harbour to be full. Some of the walk ashore pontoons can be pre booked in advance
  • All moorings are served by water taxi’s – VHF Ch 15

Facilities:

  • Walk ashore pontoons have water and electricity
  • Fuel / Gas / Ice are available
  • Excellent shower and toilet facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Excellent provisioning facilities within the town along with a good number of bars and restaurants

With the advantage of accessibility at all states of the tide, Yarmouth has much to offer the yachtsman and makes an ideal transit point for passage-making across the Channel.