If you're an experienced sailor looking for the freedom to cruise at your own pace, our bareboat charter option is perfect for you. All of our UK- based sailing yachts are available for independent hire, allowing you to plan your itinerary and sail where you choose - whether within the Solent, along the South Coast, or across the Channel to France and the Channel Islands.
Where You Can Sail
At Hamble Point Yacht Charters, we offer something few others do — an unrestricted sailing area. You're free to explore:
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The Solent and Isle of Wight
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The South Coast of England
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The Channel Islands and the northern coast of France
No additional charges apply for extended cruising areas.
Bareboat Charter Requirements
To charter one of our yachts without a skipper, we need to ensure you have the skills to safely manage and return the vessel. Generally, the skipper should have experience equivalent to RYA Coastal Skipper, and at least one crew member should be at the level of RYA Competent Crew.
If you don’t hold formal qualifications, simply submit a sailing CV and our Fleet Manager will review your experience with you directly.
For Smaller Yachts (Up to 36ft)
We may allow bareboat hire with:
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Two crew members with RYA Day Skipper (Tidal) certification
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Or, an experienced Day Skipper and a Competent Crew
If you're unsure, contact us — we can also provide a professional skipper for the first day. If they’re satisfied with your competence, you can continue solo.
Need to qualify? Complete your RYA training with us and set sail confidently.
Our Yachts
Our modern fleet is maintained to the highest standards and includes:
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All required safety and navigation equipment
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Domestic amenities, stereos, and TVs on select yachts
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Colour chart plotters, AIS, and radar
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Charts, almanacs, and onboard essentials
- Standard list of charter equipment
Bringing children? Let us know — we can install child netting for extra safety.
👉 Explore Our Bareboat Charter Fleet
Support Through Your Journey
We are proud members of the British Marine Leisure Boating Association and the Professional Charter Association, meeting all quality and safety standards.
Charter support includes:
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Sea Start emergency breakdown cover
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Dedicated support from our on-site team
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Access to a 24-hour emergency helpline
Other Ways To Sail
If bareboat chartering isn’t quite right, you have other options:
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Hire a yacht with a professional skipper
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Join our social sailing weekends
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Get to grips with your yacht with our Own Boat Tuition
Perfect if you’re sailing solo, prefer guided trips, or want a more social sailing experience.
