Here is a suggested list of things to bring when you come sailing:

As the British weather is unpredictable, you need to be prepared for a variety of conditions in both winter and summer. A layered approach to clothing works best so that you can easily increase or decrease your thermal protection as required. Stowage is always limited on a boat, and we therefore advise you to travel lightly and use a soft or collapsible bag. You can use the list below as a reminder and tick off items as they are packed.

  • Glasses & sunglasses (with a cord or strap)
  • Footwear (soft soled, non marking i.e. not black)
  • Gloves (fingerless sailing gloves and warmer ones too)
  • Headgear (sun hat with cord or strap or warm fleece hat depending on conditions)
  • Jacket (anorak or wind-proof)
  • Fleece or jumper (fleece stays warm even when wet, wool is much less effective)
  • Trousers and/or shorts (note that jeans take a long time to dry)
  • Shirts (long sleeved, rugby/polo shirts or T-shirts)
  • Base layers (underwear, socks, thermals if you have them)
  • Toiletries & medicines (let the skipper know if there is anything critical that you take regularly)
  • Towel
  • Bedding (sleeping bag, pillow case) we provide pillows
  • Sun protection in the summer
  • Sweets, cigarettes etc (note that smoking is only allowed outside)
  • Swimwear (if you are feeling brave)
  • Camera (if you still use one)
  • Sea sick tablets or patch (if you think you may need them)
  • Wet weather gear if you have it
  • Casual clothes to wear ashore
  • Passport (for overseas trips including the Channel Islands)
  • RYA logbook if you are working towards any RYA qualifications (you can get them from a local chandlery)
  • Photograph if you are taking the RYA Day Skipper course or above.

We provide lifejackets and harnesses for all persons on board.

If food is included in the charter, please let us know if you have any special dietary requirements.

Although boats are fully insured, please arrange your own travel insurance to cover you in the event of accident, illness or other forced cancellation.

If you are attending a charter-a-berth cruise, remember that life on board a yacht is communal and in addition to your deck duties of helming, winching, reefing and acting as look out, you will also be asked to take turns at cooking, washing up, and cleaning.