The Western Solent - Docking
Care needs to be taken when entering the Western Solent via the Needles Channel (western entrance) as in strong wind over tide conditions it is dangerous.
The eastern entrance to the Solent is navigable at all states of the tide.
When planning to use a berth in a marina, it is wise to call ahead, and you will then be allocated a berth number and advised which side to you will be mooring. Most marinas in this area do not have dedicated pontoons for visitors but slot them into available spaces.
Apart from marinas, the Solent has many mooring buoys and anchorages which can be used.
Until very recently there was no harbour on the southern shore of the IOW, but now there are breakwaters at Ventnor providing a small refuge.
Beaulieu River and Buckler’s Hard
Take care to follow the entrance channel markers as the river runs parallel to the shore (with the seaward bank being covered at high tide) for about a mile before turning inland.
There is a charge for anchoring in the river. Mooring buoys are also available (limited availability), however more tend to be available beyond the marina. Wonderful for peace and isolation. Berthing masters patrol the river in dingies and collect fees.
The marina at Bucklers Hard has all facilities (see photo below by SY Suwena).
Last updated April 2016.
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