FURTHER AFIELD
Moorings around the Island Cowes may be the UK’s most famous sailing destination, but if you’re visiting the Isle of Wight by boat there’s so much more to discover. The picturesque anchorages, well-equipped marinas and harbours found around its coast can all provide a very different Island experience. BEMBRIDGE HARBOUR 8NM EAST OF COWES
Beautiful Bembridge Harbour, at the Island’s eastern-most point, is home to two sailing clubs, an angling club, a small commercial fishing fleet and numerous water activity-related businesses. Designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Site of Special Scientific Interest, it's also an RSPB site. The entrance channel is accessible approximately 3-3.5 hours either side of High Water for vessels drawing 1.5m - a digital depth gauge is updated every 60 seconds on the harbour's website. Visitor berths offer power, water and free WiFi, with online booking for premier fingers. Rallies are welcome with discounts available, and a water taxi runs between the marina, beach and pontoons. There's a seasonal café, and the Berthing Office Galley Locker provides delicious Island produce, 46
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licensed alcohol sales and all the basics. In Bembridge and St Helens villages you’ll find delightful independent shops, and eateries showcasing delicious locally grown or caught produce. Operations and Safety Manager: Gordon Wight. VHF Ch 80 call sign 'Bembridge Harbour'. Tel: 01983 872828. bembridgeharbour.co.uk
