RALLY INFORMATION

Lymington river and its approaches offer a peaceful haven for boats, a beautiful river and harbour area, with friendly and professional service to all. Be aware this is a rafting rally and alongside moorings cannot be guaranteed.  

The historic market town is full of interesting shops, designer boutiques, pubs, cafes, restaurants and a town museum.  The Saturday market, dating back to the 13th century is held on the High Street and is popular throughout the year.  We have arranged a packed programme as below.

Rally Leaders: Charles & Jenefer Bugge, Falaise

Port Details
VHF Channel: 66
Earliest Time of Arrival: 1300hrs
Marina Booking: PSYC will book your berth 
Marina Payment: Lymington Harbour Commission (LHC) will issue invoices and ask for payment 2 days before the rally to confirm your berth

Harbour Website: https://lymingtonharbour.co.uk/berthing/visitor-berthing

Social Programme

Itinerary:

Friday Night

18.00 hrs - BYO drinks on the pontoon near Falaise 

Dinner - Own Arrangements

Saturday

14.30 hrs - RNLI Lifejacket Clinic & Tour of the RNLI Lifeboat in Lymington. This is a chance for you to bring your lifejackets to the RNLI to be checked and advice provided. Life jackets do expire and not just the firing mechanism so bring them along and have a free check up at the beginning of the season. Please indicate whether or not you will be attending when you register.

19.30 hrs – Dinner at the Haven Bar and Restaurant maximum 40 spaces - first come first serve basis.  

MENU: Lymington Haven Menu.pdf

Payment will be by boat name on the night.
Note: The Haven will add a discretionary 10% service charge to your bill.

Sunday

12.00 hrs – Sunday Lunch at the Mayflower maximum 40 spaces – first come first serve basis. Menu choices will be needed by 31/03/2026 and the menu will be circulated as soon as it is received in March. The Sunday lunch menu will be similar to their current menu on their website: Click Here

A £10 deposit per person is required in advance. Payment will be by boat name.

Please Note -  the menu is currently unavailable, consequently the rally leaders will email you menus in prior to the event to make your advance choices. 

Monday

Depart by 1100

All registrants agree to abide by the "NAB Guide to Rally Etiquette" and the "PSYC Event Registration Policy" as detailed in the below links:

RALLY INFORMATION

Bembridge is in the beautiful setting of this natural and well-sheltered harbour, which is a ‘Site of Special Scientific Interest’. This is always a popular venue, so register early to avoid missing out. 

Rally Leaders: Julie & Derek Kalinski - Astrid

Themed “Grease is the word” BBQ Weekend - “Totally devoted to you” 

Note:

• Bembridge is a tidal harbour with limited access - You are responsible for your own pilotage. It is a secondary port and you will need to check your tide height on the day for safe passage into the harbour.
• Book your Berth Direct with Bembridge Harbour - Bembridge operates an on-line visitor berthing system on their website. We have reserved 25 Rafting Berths which should be eligible for a rally discount using Rally Code PSYC26. 
  Alternatively you may book a berth outside of the rafting area (i.e. finger berth) which will not get a rally discount - you can book this without a rally code at anytime.

                      Rally Code - PSYC26
  
  Please note, after you have booked your berth with Bembridge Harbour, you must also register for the rally on the Club site and advise whether "Finger or Rafting Berth Booked"   So that we also know to expect you.

Port Details
VHF Channel: 80

Marina Booking: Book direct on the Harbour Website
Marina Payment: Payment Direct when Booking
Harbour Website: https://www.bembridgeharbour.co.uk/

 

Social Programme

Rally Itinerary:

Grease is the word! Themed BBQ weekend. “Totally Devoted to you!”

Friday -

1800hrs - Themed BBQ: Wear your best “Danny” or “Sandy” outfit, or even one of  the “Pink Ladies” - Brylcreem and Bobby Socks - ready to be judged on Friday evening. Fancy dress optional but preferred. BYO Drinks and BYO BBQ food, utensils etc to cook beside the Grand Marquee on the Quayside. Then be prepared to Boogie the evening away!!

Saturday -

1100hrs - There will be a fun competition  - all will be revealed on the day.

1830hrs - pre-dinner drinks at Brading Haven Yacht Club. Followed by Dinner 

NOTE: You will need to travel to BHYC across the water by your own tender, around on foot, or by water taxi.

Menu for Saturday dinner attached, 2 or 3 course.

 2 Courses - £30.80pp    3 Courses - £38.50pp

Payment on the night - Any late meal cancellations will be charged in full

BHYC Rally Menu 2026.pdf

note: we have included a 10% surcharge to the menu prices as a service charge for the BHYC Staff

Sunday -

1230hrs - Weather dependent. Faith picnic on the beach. BYO deck chairs and small picnic table if you have - join us on the beach for a shared picnic - bring your own sharing plates to add to the feast. BYO drinks.

Monday  - 

Depart on the tide

All registrants agree to abide by the "NAB Guide to Rally Etiquette" and the "PSYC Event Registration Policy" as detailed in the below links:

The PSYC Monthly Social Meeting is an opportunity for both members and potential members to meet for a drink and natter (food optional) upstairs on the mezzanine floor at the Harvester, Port Solent.

Time: 1900hrs for approximately 2 to 3 hours.

Registration: We need to know numbers to ensure we meet fire regulations, so please register.

Non members are Welcome to come along and meet us - please introduce yourself on the night or email portsolentyc@gmail.com for more information.

We look forward to seeing you.

RALLY INFORMATION

Universal and Swanwick Marinas are both part of the Premier family at the top of the vibrant Hamble River.  Enjoy tranquil riverside walks or simply relax and soak up the vibrant marinas' atmosphere.

The rally will be based at Universal (primarily) and Swanwick marinas. Both are run by Premier so Port Solent based boats and indeed any other Premier marina berth holder should be free of charge, depending on how many in-year freebies have already been taken.

Due to berth availability on the day, vessels will be allocated either to Swanwick or Universal by Premier Marinas at Universal  It is a 15-20 min walk between the marinas.

Rally Leaders: Chris & Paula Reynolds - Old Possum

Port Details
VHF Channel: 80
Earliest Time of Arrival: 1400hrs
Marina Booking: PSYC will book your berth 
Marina Payment: Premier Marinas will Invoice you for payment prior to arrival.
Harbour Website: https://www.hants.gov.uk/thingstodo/hambleharbour
Marina Website: https://www.premiermarinas.com/

Social Programme

Rally Itinerary:

Friday Night

1800 - Welcome Drinks on the Pontoon (bring your own drink)
There is no formal meal organised for the Friday

Saturday

Sunday

12:00 Sunday Lunch (optional) at the Riverside Social Restaurant, Universal Marina.

The upstairs room at the restaurant has a maximum capacity of 25 so please indicate if you are joining for lunch.

Sample Menu: https://riversidesocial.co.uk/menus/Sunday%20Menu%20Sample%20March12_2026.pdf

The rally leaders will contact you when the day's menu becomes available

Monday

Depart by 1100

All registrants agree to abide by the "NAB Guide to Rally Etiquette" and the "PSYC Event Registration Policy" as detailed in the below links:

RALLY INFORMATION

A 2 night rally berthing mid-stream at the Folly Pontoon. These popular berths are a pontoon only. They are not "walk ashore" and do not have any water or electricity so you will need to be self sufficient. The pontoon is located directly opposite the Folly Inn on the upper reaches of the Medina River, so offer a generally more peaceful experience than the local marinas. You may be required to raft.

To get ashore you will need to use either the Folly Water Taxi (check operating times) or use your own dinghy/tender.

Rally Leaders: Howard & Nikki Richardson - Riptide

Port Details
VHF Channel: 72
Earliest Time of Arrival: 1400hrs
Marina Booking: PSYC will book your berth 
Marina Payment: On Arrival
Harbour Website: https://www.cowes.co.uk/harbour-information/moorings/folly-pontoons/

Social Programme

Friday 5 June

Arrival from 14.00. The Berthing Master (VHF72) will direct you to your mooring. The Folly Inn provides facilities such as a water taxi service, toilets and showers.

18.00 Drinks(not BYO) on the terrace at The Folly Inn.

19.00 Dinner at The Cockle, the new restaurant at Island Harbour Marina.

A gentle 15-minute riverside walk (bring a torch for the return) brings you to this stylish restaurant. Expect excellent food — from standout specials like Tomahawk steak and lobster to a well-priced menu of quality dishes (mains £18–22) in a relaxed but refined setting.

Please confirm if you’ll be joining dinner so we can reserve a club table — it’s very popular! Payment by boat name on the night.

Saturday 6 June

A day to stretch your legs, explore or simply relax aboard.

11:00 Optional scenic walk to Newport (approx. 2.4 miles / 50 minutes) along the beautiful Medina Greenway. Newport is the county town of the Isle of Wight and its primary commercial centre. Located on the River Medina, it features historic Georgian/Victorian architecture with numerous shops, pubs and coffee shops.

Quay Arts is recommended for coffee – a charming arts centre in a converted 19th-Century warehouse with waterside terrace and excellent homemade cakes. For lunch, try the pub next door, The Bargeman’s Rest – a favourite for real ales and home-cooked pub food by the river.

If you don’t fancy the walk back, hop on the No 5 bus to Whippingham Forge with a 10 minute walk back to the Folly pontoon.

19.30 hrs – Rally Dinner at The Folly Inn.

Enjoy a lively evening at this historic riverside inn, whose origins date back to an 18th-century smuggler’s barge. With live music from 20:00, expect a great atmosphere — and possibly some dancing!

Club table booked for 19.30. Please confirm you will be joining us so we can firm up numbers. Payment by boat name on the night.

Sunday 7 June

11.00 Departure latest.

Event Registration: You will will receive and email notification when the event registration opens - this is normally around 6 weeks prior to the event

All registrants agree to abide by the "NAB Guide to Rally Etiquette" and the "PSYC Event Registration Policy" as detailed in the below links:

The PSYC Monthly Social Meeting is an opportunity for both members and potential members to meet for a drink and natter (food optional) upstairs on the mezzanine floor at the Harvester, Port Solent.

Time: 1900hrs for approximately 2 to 3 hours.

Registration: We need to know numbers to ensure we meet fire regulations, so please register.

Non members are Welcome to come along and meet us - please introduce yourself on the night or email portsolentyc@gmail.com for more information.

We look forward to seeing you.

PROVISIONAL RALLY INFORMATION

A sociable circumnavigation of the Isle of Wight with overnight stops in Yarmouth and Gosport.

Sailing down to Yarmouth on the Friday afternoon tide with an earlyish start on Saturday morning to take us out through the iconic Needles before the tide turns eastwards for the return sail to Gosport.

Yarmouth is a picturesque fishing, ferry and yachting port, widely regarded as one of the jewels of the South Coast. The deep water harbour retains its old world charm, while visiting boats will find a range of amenities which are very much up to date, and accepted as being among the best in the Solent.

Rally Leaders: Derek & Julie Kalinski and  Marian Nightingale - Astrid

Port Details
Yarmouth VHF Channel: 68
Premier Gosport VHF Channel: 80
Earliest Time of Arrival: 1400hrs
Marina Booking: PSYC will book your berth 
Marina Payment: Yarmouth - On Arrival/Gosport - Premier will Invoice you for payment prior to arrival.
Yarmouth Harbour Website: https://www.yarmouth-harbour.co.uk/
Premier Gosport Website: https://www.premiermarinas.com/

Social Programme

Rally Itinerary:

The Full Rally Itinerary will be published around 6 to 8 weeks prior to the event.

Friday Night - Welcome Drinks on the Pontoon (bring your own drink)

Saturday - Early start for the anticlockwise circumnavigation of the Isle of Wight. Arrival at a Free Night for Premier Berth Holders in Gosport Marina. Dinner at Gun Wharf Quays, venue to be announced.

Registration: You will will receive and email notification when the event registration opens - this is normally around 6 weeks prior to the event. Registration normally closes 7 day before the event starts.

PROVISIONAL RALLY INFORMATION

One of the few privately owned rivers in the country, the beautiful Beaulieu river has been carefully conserved by the Montagu family for over four centuries. Adjacent to the historic Bucklers Hard Village where in the olden day British Warships were built with oak from the New Forest, the area is full of history and remains an unspoilt haven.

The marina has been updated and now benefits from modern facilities and a personal touch.

Pop up restaurants are available Friday, Saturday evenings.  See the harbour website for details.

Rally Leaders: Stephanie and Steve Jones - No Faffin

Port Details
VHF Channel: 68
Earliest Time of Arrival: 1400hrs
Marina Booking: PSYC will book your berth. 
Marina Payment: Beaulieu will send you an invoice for your berth - your berth is not confirmed until your payment is received by the Harbourmaster.
Harbour Website: https://www.beaulieuriver.co.uk/

 

Social Programme

Rally Itinerary:

Rally Fee £7 per person
(contribution towards BBQ & Marquee hire and Music by "The Dinner Set")

Friday 

Arrive from 1400

1800 - Welcome Drinks (bring your own drink) will be held around the Marquee and bar area.

Dining (own arrangement): Options include The Master Builders Pub, Beaulieu Marina Pop Up Food or on your own vessel.

Saturday

1100 - Treasure Hunt around Bucklers Hard. Follow maps, solve riddles, crack clues and discover secrets. Adventure, laughs and bragging rights guaranteed.

or A scenic walk to Beaulieu Village. Please contact Steph if you would like to volunteer to lead the walk

1800 - BBQ , BYO food and drinks in The Grand Marquee. Both a bar and on site catering will be also available.

1900 - "The Dinner Set" The fabulous Dinner Set will provide musical entertainment while you eat and then dance the night away

Sunday

1200 - Lunch at Gins Walk or Tender Rally to Royal Southampton Yacht Club, Gins Farm for Sunday Lunch (2 courses £28pp / 3 courses £35pp paid direct to RSYC on the day)

RSYC 2026 Roast Dinner Rally Menu Three Courses.pdf

Note - any late cancellation (less than 3 days) of Sunday lunch reservations will be invoiced  in full by RSYC directly to the skipper.

Monday - Depart

Registration: You will will receive and email notification when the event registration opens - this is normally around 6 weeks prior to the event. Registration normally closes 7 day before the event starts.

The PSYC Monthly Social Meeting is an opportunity for both members and potential members to meet for a drink and natter (food optional) upstairs on the mezzanine floor at the Harvester, Port Solent.

Time: 1900hrs for approximately 2 to 3 hours.

Registration: We need to know numbers to ensure we meet fire regulations, so please register.

Non members are Welcome to come along and meet us - please introduce yourself on the night or email portsolentyc@gmail.com for more information.

We look forward to seeing you.

PROVISIONAL EVENT INFORMATION

Programme

Itinerary:

The Full Event Itinerary will be published around 4 to 6 weeks prior to the event.

Registration: You will will receive and email notification when the event registration opens - this is normally around 4 weeks prior to the event

PROVISIONAL RALLY INFORMATION

Bembridge is in the beautiful setting of this natural and well-sheltered harbour, which is a ‘Site of Special Scientific Interest’. This is always a popular venue, so register early to avoid missing out. 

Friday evening we get together for a sociable BBQ - a bring your own food.

Rally Leaders: John Heaton & Sarah Corrigan - Deep Blu

Note:

• Bembridge is a tidal harbour with limited access - You are responsible for your own pilotage.
  
  
• Book your Berth Direct with Bembridge Harbour - Bembridge operates an on-line visitor berthing system on their website. We have reserved 25 Rafting Berths which should be eligible for a rally discount using a code which will be issued by email when registration opens. Alternatively you may book a berth outside of the rafting area (i.e. finger berth) which will not get a rally discount - you can book this without a rally code at anytime.
   
• If you book a non-rally berth, please also register for the rally and select "Finger/Other Berth Booked"   

Port Details
VHF Channel: 80
Earliest Time of Arrival: 1400hrs
Marina Booking: Book direct on the Harbour Website
Marina Payment: Payment Direct when Booking
Harbour Website: https://www.bembridgeharbour.co.uk/

 

Social Programme

Rally Itinerary:

The Full Rally Itinerary will be published around 6 to 8 weeks prior to the event which will include:

Friday night - BYO food and drinks to the Grand Marquee BBQ. Be entertained by a fabulous singer / guitarist and listen to and enjoy some all time favourite songs.

Saturday - Join our exciting Karting Day at Wight Kart Track. Coach trip to and from the marina. Who will win the top spots, men and ladies, and be awarded the super bottle of bubbly? Race again both fellow drivers and the clock.

Sunday - Enjoy a Sunday Luncheon at The Bembridge Sailing Club. Travel by either own tender, walk or the marina water taxi.

Registration: You will will receive and email notification when the event registration opens - this is normally around 6 weeks prior to the event. Registration normally closes 7 day before the event starts.

PROVISIONAL RALLY INFORMATION

Southampton Town Quay is a short walk to Southampton Town Centre. Close by there is the remains of the town walls along with the historic old Bargate.

There is a wide choice of restaurants covering most cuisines, along with a modern shopping centre.

Alternatively watch the cruise ships or cargo ships arriving or departing the nearby terminals, this should be a fascinating rally suitable for everyone.

Rally Leaders: 

Port Details
VHF Channel: 80
Earliest Time of Arrival: 1400hrs
Marina Booking: PSYC will book your berth 
Marina Payment: On Arrival
Harbour Website: https://www.townquay.com/marina/

 

Social Programme

Itinerary:

The Full Rally Itinerary will be published around 6 to 8 weeks prior to the event which will include:

Friday Night

Welcome Drinks on the Veranda (bring your own drinks), with views of Southampton Cruise terminal and down Southampton Water.

Saturday

BYO food and libations to The Veranda for a BBQ evening and chat amongst friends and fellow sailors.

Sunday

TBA

Monday

Depart

Friday : 

Saturday : 

The Full Rally Itinerary will be published around 6 to 8 weeks prior to the event.

Registration: You will will receive and email notification when the event registration opens - this is normally around 6 weeks prior to the event. Registration normally closes 7 day before the event starts.

The PSYC Monthly Social Meeting is an opportunity for both members and potential members to meet for a drink and natter (food optional) upstairs on the mezzanine floor at the Harvester, Port Solent.

Time: 1900hrs for approximately 2 to 3 hours.

Registration: We need to know numbers to ensure we meet fire regulations, so please register.

Non members are Welcome to come along and meet us - please introduce yourself on the night or email portsolentyc@gmail.com for more information.

We look forward to seeing you.

PROVISIONAL RALLY INFORMATION

This is 4 rallies running consecutively, come and join in the fun, do just one night, pop in and out, or sign up all 14 nights, the choice is yours.

This will be released as 4 separate rallies on the same date, however they link together to produce a 14 day holiday, starting in Lymington, proceeding on to Poole, then Weymouth before returning for the grand finale in Yarmouth.

Extravaganza Part 1:  Dan Bran, Lymington 18th - 21st August (3 nights) Rally Leaders: Alison & Martin Edwards - Pikorua
Extravaganza Part 2:  Poole Town Quay 21st - 24th August (3 nights) Rally Leaders: Ray Suomi & Janice - Enterprise
Extravaganza Part 3:  Weymouth Town Quay24th - 27th August (3 nights)  Rally Leaders: Mike Kirkham & Hilary Tyler - Saskia
Extravaganza Part 4:  Yarmouth 27th Aug - 1st September (5 nights) Rally Leaders: Mark Reed & Julie - King Hi 

Each part will have a different Rally Leader providing a varied rally for everyone.

 

Social Programme

Rally Itinerary:

Being 4 rallies in 1 we will break the event down to 4 segments and the Full Rally Itinerary for each part of the August Extravaganza will be published around 6 to 8 weeks prior to the start of event.

Registration: You will will receive and email notification for all 4 parts of the rally when the event registration opens - this is normally around 6 weeks prior to the event. Registration normally closes 7 day before the event starts.

The PSYC Monthly Social Meeting is an opportunity for both members and potential members to meet for a drink and natter (food optional) upstairs on the mezzanine floor at the Harvester, Port Solent.

Time: 1900hrs for approximately 2 to 3 hours.

Registration: We need to know numbers to ensure we meet fire regulations, so please register.

Non members are Welcome to come along and meet us - please introduce yourself on the night or email portsolentyc@gmail.com for more information.

We look forward to seeing you.

PROVISIONAL RALLY INFORMATION

Chichester harbour is one the undeveloped coastal areas in Southern England. Bright wide expanses and intricate creeks, a major wildlife haven and among some of Britain’s most popular boating waters. 

A premier marina so berth holders can use their free nights

Chichester Marina is located at the eastern end of Chichester Harbour, a designated area of outstanding natural beauty that offers a myriad of quiet anchorages to discover.  It is a locked marina and has shallow approaches at some states of tide.

Rally Leaders: Peter & Sarah O'Donnell

Port Details
VHF Channel: 80   
Earliest Time of Arrival: 1400hrs
Marina Booking: PSYC will book your berth Marina Payment: Premier Marinas will Invoice you for payment prior to arrival.
Harbour Website: https://www.conservancy.co.uk/
Marina Website: https://www.premiermarinas.com/

 

Social Programme

Rally Itinerary:

The Full Rally Itinerary will be published around 6 to 8 weeks prior to the event which will include:

Friday Night - Welcome Drinks on the Pontoon (bring your own drink)

Saturday -Last Night of The Proms dinner and sing along at Chichester Yacht Club. Bring your patriotic flags and dress to impress!

Registration: You will will receive and email notification when the event registration opens - this is normally around 6 weeks prior to the event. Registration normally closes 7 day before the event starts.

PROVISIONAL RALLY INFORMATION

Cowes Yacht Haven is the first marina on the west of the Medina river, before the chain ferry.  Located in the heart of Cowes, it offers any state of tide access and full range of amenities for mariners, including Chandleries and the all important latest clothing fashions. 

Rally Leaders: Susan & John Scott - Reef Knot

Port Details
VHF Channel: 80
Earliest Time of Arrival: 1400hrs
Marina Booking: PSYC will book your berth 
Marina Payment: On Arrival
Harbour Website: https://www.cowesyachthaven.com/

 

Social Programme

Rally Itinerary:

The Full Rally Itinerary will be published around 6 to 8 weeks prior to the event which will include:

Friday Night - Welcome Drinks on the CYH Veranda (bring your own drink)

Saturday - End of Season dinner and famous BOTY awards ceremony to be held in the iconic Island Sailing Club.

Registration: You will will receive and email notification when the event registration opens - this is normally around 6 weeks prior to the event. Registration normally closes 7 day before the event starts.

The PSYC Monthly Social Meeting is an opportunity for both members and potential members to meet for a drink and natter (food optional) upstairs on the mezzanine floor at the Harvester, Port Solent.

Time: 1900hrs for approximately 2 to 3 hours.

Registration: We need to know numbers to ensure we meet fire regulations, so please register.

Non members are Welcome to come along and meet us - please introduce yourself on the night or email portsolentyc@gmail.com for more information.

We look forward to seeing you.

The PSYC Monthly Social Meeting is an opportunity for both members and potential members to meet for a drink and natter (food optional) upstairs on the mezzanine floor at the Harvester, Port Solent.

Time: 1900hrs for approximately 2 to 3 hours.

Registration: We need to know numbers to ensure we meet fire regulations, so please register.

Non members are Welcome to come along and meet us - please introduce yourself on the night or email portsolentyc@gmail.com for more information.

We look forward to seeing you.

Come join us for festive fun - more details to follow.

The PSYC Monthly Social Meeting is an opportunity for both members and potential members to meet for a drink and natter (food optional) upstairs on the mezzanine floor at the Harvester, Port Solent.

Time: 1900hrs for approximately 2 to 3 hours.

Registration: We need to know numbers to ensure we meet fire regulations, so please register.

Non members are Welcome to come along and meet us - please introduce yourself on the night or email portsolentyc@gmail.com for more information.

We look forward to seeing you.