Riechel Pugh Maxi 78 – Idea

Riechel Pugh Maxi 78 – Idea
Maxi IDEA is a project created by Californian architects Reichel & Pugh, in cooperation with Nauta Yacht Design in Milan who signed the most successful yachts in the world scene in recent years. Reichel & Pugh consider Maxi IDEA to be one of their best... [more...]

Fairline Phantom 46 – Zodani

Fairline Phantom 46 – Zodani
‘Zodani’  is a modern and luxurious 47ft Flybridge motor cruiser, coded for 12 guests and 2 crew. Based in Southampton gives easy access to the Solent and other South Coast destinations, ‘Zodani’ is available for corporate events as well as for private individuals and the... [more...]

Volvo Car UK launches sailing app

Volvo Car UK launches ultimate tool to become an armchair sailing expert (Search for Volvo Sailing in the App store) Driven by Volvo Car UK and the Team Volvo sailors – all of whom have recently been selected to compete in the London 2012 Games... [more...]

Bookings Open for Passage to Portland

At the end of September 2011 the RYA officially opened bookings for ‘Passage to Portland’ at the PSP Southampton Boat Show. Unique event This unique event, taking place from 2-5 June 2012, will give participants an exclusive opportunity to tour the Olympic and Paralympic sailing... [more...]

Lagoon 380 Catamaran – Songbird of Weymouth

Lagoon 380 Catamaran – Songbird of Weymouth
There’s nothing like being on a sailing catamaran to satisfy your sense of adventure – the feeling of freedom is unequalled. Groups gel and friendships develop. Songbird of Weymouth is a Lagoon 380 S2 Catamaran – she is a very stable platform, 38 ft long... [more...]

Clear waters ahead for the London 2012 Olympic Sailing Events

The stage is now set to offer London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic sailor’s clear access to what are regarded as some of the best sailing waters in the world.  The Harbour Revision Orders (HRO) for Portland and Weymouth Harbours are required to ensure that the sailing waters... [more...]

Weymouth & Portland International Regatta 2011 Gets Under way

The Weymouth and Portland International Regatta is an official London 2012 Test Event and part of the London Prepares series. Racing begins on 2 August with the first flights of the Women’s Match Racing competiton. All of the Olympic events will be contested with each... [more...]

Skandia Sail for Gold US Sailing Spectator Boats – Testimonial

First off, thank you so much for arranging the boats, captains, lunch, etc for us last week.  Our guests had a spectacular time; I am pretty sure it was the highlight of their visit!  I also appreciate allowing us to change and start earlier on... [more...]

Stag Daytime Activity Testimonial – 3 Boat Charter

Hi Roy, I just wanted to say a very big ‘thank you’ for all you did in organising our day’s sailing. Everything worked like clockwork, and we couldn’t have hoped for better weather (that you managed to arrange that was particularly impressive!)… everyone really enjoyed... [more...]

The Matthew of Bristol Visits Weymouth

The Matthew of Bristol Visits Weymouth
The Matthew of Bristol is visiting Weymouth Harbour this week. A replica of a Tudor Merchant Ship used by John Cabot when he discovered Newfoundland in 1497, she is now used for harbour cruises and private charters around Bristol’s harbour, as well as summer sailing... [more...]

Weymouth Charters features in The Independent

Weymouth Charters is featured in an article by The Independent Reporter Matt Barr – another great piece about the positive effect that hosting the sailing events for the London 2012 Olympic Games is having on Weymouth & Portland. Check out the feature at  http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/olympics/weymouth-shore-thing-for-the-olympics-2229433.html

Yachting Races to look out for in Weymouth during 2011

We are often asked for the dates of the many yachting races that are held in the Weymouth & Portland area so here are a few dates for your diary; Round Britain & Ireland Challenge (Race 1): 26th March – 23rd April Round Britain &... [more...]

Sarah Ayton gives up Olympic dream

SAILING’S double Olympic gold medallist Sarah Ayton has today announced she is to retire from the sport with immediate effect. The Weymouth star has ended her quest for an historic third Olympic title at the 2012 Games in order to spend more time with her 19-month-old... [more...]

Are you looking forward to taking part in any great sailing events this summer?

  Here at Weymouth Charters we have two great events that we are involved with this summer the ‘Henri Lloyd Weymouth Regatta’ and the ‘Round Britain & Ireland Challenge’. We have charter boats available for crews of up to 10 to take part in the... [more...]

Henri Lloyd Weymouth Regatta – Corporate Charter

Henri Lloyd Weymouth Regatta – Corporate Charter
When: Friday 8th Jul – Sunday 10th Jul 2011 Where: Weymouth Bay & Portland Harbour What: Around 100 yachts, 500 competitors and thousands of spectators flock to take part in the annual Henri Lloyd Weymouth Regatta in this, the penultimate event leading up to the London 2012 Olympic sailing... [more...]