Universal Yachting was formed in 2007 and was appointed as the UK’s South Coast agent for Dufour Yachts in September 2015. Based in the Solent, Universal provides a complete service for newcomers to yachting, all the way through to cruising ownership and preparing for long distance blue water adventures. Universal’s Sailing School delivers bespoke sailing tuition and a full range of RYA courses and qualifications. Plus they offer complete guidance and advise on purchasing options for new owners, together with charter and maintenance packages, making owning a yacht and maximising cruising time an easy proposition. Owner Chris Warwick and his Universal team are passionate about providing all yachts for both charter and training with a very high standard of maintenance and cleanliness, together with using only the best professionally trained yacht skippers.
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![]() 2 . Aspire Yacht Chandlery2.5We stock one of the largest ranges of Marine Anodes on the South Coast. All are available off the shelf at very competitive prices Shaft Anodes Bar Anodes Tail Shaft Anodes Pear Anodes Volvo ... |
![]() 3 . Fairview Sailing2.5Fairview Sailing is the Solent’s premier yacht charter company for over 30 years, starting with one yacht in 1988. Fairview Sailing now has a fleet of 30+ yachts including a matched fleet of 18 B... |
![]() 4 . HYS - Hamble Yacht Services2.5Hamble Yacht Services is a professional full service yacht and motor boat yard. Taking advantage of our unique and enviable location on the Hamble River, minutes from Southampton Water and the Sole... |
![]() 5 . PROMOCEAN YACHT CHARTER2.5Gareth Williams started sailing at 6 years old when he sailed onboard Ocean Spirit the 1st ever Ocean 71 and at the time the largest GRP yacht in the world to Cape Town from Malta with Sir Peter... |
![]() 6 . Dream Yacht Charter2.5When Loic Bonnet started dream Yacht Charter in the Seychelles in 2001 it was with only 6 yachts. Through Mr. Bonnet's dynamic leadership the company has grown and expanded to locations throughout ... |
![]() 7 . Hamble Point Yacht Charters2.5In addition to yacht charter – both bareboat and skippered – and corporate sailing events, we offer private sail training and scheduled sailing courses as well as organising numerous events thr... |
![]() 8 . Yachtwork2.5Yacht Work specialise in Yacht Repair and Yacht Survey solutions. We provide the best support and advice to a wide range of projects for clients who require Yacht Repairs and Marine Surveys. Our s... |
![]() 9 . Universal Safety2.5General leisure liferaft servicing including raft upgrades, pack upgrades and new raft sales. Safety equipment is often overlooked. We advise you view your raft being opened on delivery for serv... |
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![]() 1 . Mercury Yacht Marina2.5Mercury Yacht Harbour is set in a sheltered wooded site where the shallow waters of Badnam Creek join the River Hamble. Originally built by Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, the marina offers berthing for 3... |
![]() 2 . Universal Marina2.5Universal Marina is an independent, family operated marina on the Hamble, just 20 minutes from the river mouth and only 5 minutes drive from the main access roads to the river. Set in 68 acres of t... |
![]() 3 . Swanwick Marina2.5Set in the quiet upper reaches of the Hamble River, Swanwick Marina offers 24-hour access to the cruising grounds of the Solent. Nearby, the delightful waterside villages of Bursledon, Hamble and W... |
![]() 4 . Port Hamble Marina3.8Port Hamble Marina is on the River Hamble, right in the heart of the South Coast's sailing scene. With thousands of visitors every year, this busy marina is popular with racing enthusiasts and crui... |
![]() 5 . Hamble Point Marina2.5Hamble Point Marina is hard to beat for its location alone, right at the mouth of the River Hamble with easy access to the world famous waters of the Solent. This makes the marina a magnet for comp... |
![]() 6 . Ocean Village Marina2.5In the shelter of Southampton Water, and right in the heart of the city itself, Ocean Village is much more than a marina. Surrounded by shops, restaurants, cinemas and bars, it offers outstanding r... |
![]() 7 . Hythe Marina2.5Hythe Marina Village was the first marina village to be built in the UK and is still one of our finest. Located on Southampton Water's western shore, it’s a unique development of a 206-berth mari... |
![]() 8 . Shamrock Quay Marina2.5Shamrock Quay is a marina steeped in history, taking its name from the famous J-class yacht, Shamrock V, which was built on this site in 1931 to challenge for the America's Cup. The 255-berth ma... |
![]() 9 . Saxon Wharf Marina2.5Saxon Wharf is a marine service centre offering outstanding facilities for superyachts and other large craft. Situated on Southampton's River Itchen, north of Shamrock Quay, it’s the ideal locati... |
![]() 10 . Kemps Quay Marina2.5Kemps Quay has been established for over sixty years and was one of the first marinas in the area. It is owned and operated by the Kemp family who have been involved in yachting and the marine indu... |
![]() 11 . Town Quay Marina2.5For serious racers, long distance cruisers or weekend water lovers, Town Quay Marina has it all. With safe, secure berthing, easy access afloat or ashore, and all the facilities boat owners need... |
![]() 12 . Mayflower Town Quay2.5A large car park garden with a long quayside next to the Red Funnel Ferry port. |
![]() 13 . Bucklers Hard Marina2.5Set within the heart of the New Forest National Park, Buckler's Hard Yacht Harbour offers a unique location for short and overnight stays or permanent moorings all year round. There are full marina... |
![]() 14 . Cowes Roads Swinging Moorings Harbour2.5Two rows of heavy duty yellow swinging moorings are laid, one to the west of the harbour entrance between Egypt Point and the Royal Yacht Squadron, providing deep water moorings for vessels up to 2... |
![]() 15 . Trinity Landing Harbour2.5Trinity Landing is located just inside the entrance to Cowes Harbour and provides walk-ashore access to the heart of Cowes. It is often used as a landing point for visiting vessels. |
![]() 16 . Town Quay Harbour2.5Adjacent to the Red Jet terminal and in front of the Cowes Harbour Office providing easy, walk-ashore access direct to Cowes High Street. Vessels of up to 7m in length are permitted to use the pont... |
![]() 17 . Cowes Yacht Haven Marina3.8Cowes Yacht Haven represents the heart of the sailing world in Cowes. Whether you are looking to berth your boat or entertain corporate clients in a unique setting, Cowes Yacht Haven has it all. Ce... |
![]() 18 . Shepards Wharf Marina2.5Short-term and overnight berthing managed and run by friendly staff who know and love their local area and whose mission is to help you draw the best from your boating experiences. Wide water acces... |
![]() 19 . Whitegates Pontoons Harbour2.5Visitor moorings just past the Chain Ferry on the port side. You will need to use the water taxis or your dinghy to get ashore. These moorings are quiet and ideal for craft wishing to stay overnigh... |
![]() 20 . East Cowes Marina3.7With the exception of a few berths, the marina is dredged to 2m. We've happily moored Clipper round-the-world yachts, Swan 60s and even a Volvo 70. Very deep draught yachts should check clearance a... |
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1 . Hamble
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3 . Warsash
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9 . Lee-on-the-Solent
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20 . St. Helens, Ryde
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