Beaulieu River Tide Times 2024 by Beaulieu

2024 Tide Times & information

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CONTENTS Welcome

Meet the Team

Marina Layout & Facilities

Our Boatyard

Boat Repair & Maintenance Services

Visiting

Waste & Recycling

Outdoor Dining

Chandlery/Reception

Staying Safe on the River

Paddle Sports

Join Us

Finding Us

Navigation advice

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Photo Competition

Tidal Streams

Art of Buckler's Hard Exhibition

Things to do Ashore

Buckler's Hard Village

Walks from Buckler's Hard Yacht Harbour 36-39 Visiting Beaulieu

Seagrass and Osyter Beds Return

Montagu Town

Snapshot of 2023

Useful Contact Numbers

Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour | Beaulieu Hampshire | SO42 7XB 01590 616200 | harbour.office@beaulieu.co.uk beaulieuriver.co.uk VHF Channel 68 “Beaulieu River Radio” 1

WELCOME TO THE BEAULIEU RIVER & BUCKLER’S HARD YACHT HARBOUR

Welcome to the Beaulieu River, which forms the south-eastern edge of the Beaulieu Estate and is one of the few privately owned tidal rivers in Britain. It is an ideal place from which to sail in the Solent or visit for a short stay and, if you seek the pleasures of the countryside, the Beaulieu Estate and New Forest National Park are on your doorstep. The river has been in the custodianship of my family since 1538, when Henry VIII closed Beaulieu Abbey and sold its lands to my ancestor Thomas Wriothesley. The monks had settled at Beaulieu partly because the river ensured easy transit between the Abbey and points further afield, and so it remains today. Whilst the river retains many of the qualities it has had for centuries, the facilities continue to change as we seek to meet the expectations of you, our mooring-holders and visitors.

Meet the team

MEET THE TEAM We take pride in offering a professional and welcoming experience to all our visitors, offering a personal touch that larger marinas might lack. We're thrilled to have received recent accolades, such as the Marina of the Year at the 2022 British Yachting Awards and a commendation for our sustainability practices at the Sustainable Marina Awards in 2023. Whether you're staying for a short visit or an extended visit, please reach out to us if there's anything we can assist you with.

Wendy Stowe Harbour Master

Adam Lewis Deputy Harbour Master

Finally, my thanks to all those who submitted pictures for the photographic competition. We received another good range of entries from which I have selected a number of striking images to feature in this booklet.

The Beaulieu River team

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Footpath to Beaulieu

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MARINA LAYOUT & FACILITIES

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Marina Reception & Chandlery

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10 Master Builder’s House Hotel

2 Engineering Workshop

11 Buckler's Hard Visitor Centre and Museum

3 Wash Down Area

12 The Captain's Table

Open from 8.15am, 7 days a week. Stock includes a good range of chandlery items, bottled gas and a small selection of groceries including fresh milk, bread, confectionery, ice, alcohol and newspapers at weekends. 01590 616200 harbour.office@beaulieu.co.uk chandlery@beaulieu.co.uk On-site marine engineer Alex Cobb offers inboard and outboard engine service and repair. 07717 155 71 info@marine-tec.co.uk

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1 Marina Reception & Chandlery

4 Lavatories, Showers and Launderette Open at all times for use by berth-holders and visitors. Includes a fully-equipped coinoperated launderette. Outside shower and sinks available. Facilities for disabled visitors.

Visitor Pontoon

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Summer only

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Scrubbing Grid

Learn about the 18th century village where ships for Nelson’s Navy were built. Includes a small gilft shop. Eatery serving breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea. 01590 612461

Visitors with accessibility needs

If you need assistance, please do not hesitate to contact one of the river staff. Please note: ramp access to the marina is steep at low tide.

Skips and recycling bins are located outside the harbour office.

Boat Park

5 Rubbish Disposal

Buckler’s Hard Pier

The hotel offers 26 guest rooms, some with river views. Enjoy a meal in the Riverside Restaurant, advance booking recommended. Henry’s pub, serving food & drink is open from midday to 9.00pm 01590 616253 | themasterbuilders.co.uk

6 Specialist Waste & recycling

For disposal of oil filters, paint cans, batteries and waste oil. Please speak to a member of staff.

7 Event Area/Resident Parking

Buckler’s Hard Village

Location for pop-up catering units which will be open every weekend from Easter to September.

8 Pump-out Point

Operated by a token which can be collected from the marina reception.

KEY: Emergency Point (fire extinguisher & first aid kit) SOS SOS

Emergency Point (Fire Extinguisher & First Aid Kit)

Safety Ladder

9 Fuel and Water

Fuel and fresh water are available from the fuel pontoon, which is open until 4.30pm (4pm winter). Fresh water is also available in the marina.

Safety Ladder

Internal Footpaths (no motor vehicles) Internal Footpaths (Not Suitable for Motorised Vehicles)

Footpath to Beaulieu Village .... Footpath to Beaulieu Village (no motor vehicles) Internal Roads (Suitable for Motorised Vehicles)

Public Roads Internal Road

Photo by Maggie White, shortlisted for the 2023 photographic competition.

Our boatyard

BOAT REPAIR & MAINTENANCE SERVICES The Buckler’s Hard boatyard is operated on an open yard policy basis. Boat owners are welcome to use suppliers of their choice, provided they comply with our guidelines, register with the Marina Reception and pay a small daily charge. Alternatively, we have selected a number of approved suppliers who are known for their high standards of service and are pre-registered to deliver services at Beaulieu River and the boatyard. The listings below are their advertisements. f you can t find the service you are looking for here, we will be happy to help you find the right specialist for your needs please ask.

Boat Builders & Maintenance Cooks Maritime Craftsmen & Yacht Surveys

Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour is pleased to offer a competitive range of boatyard services all year round.

Chris Wilson

boatyard team Rob Seymour

The boatyard operates a 40 ton hoist, which can lift vessels up to 18m in length. The boatyard team can lift, pressure wash and block ashore vessels in the boatyard. In addition, there is a telehandler with a 17m reach which can be booked for the stepping and unstepping of masts, plus a boat mover and new cradles to suit all requirements. Onsite facilities include electricity, water and a chandlery. Under cover storage is also available at a competitive price for those requiring a more specialised service. We continue to invest in upgrading our boatyard facilities including a cherry picker with a 17m reach which can be hired with an operator to carry out jobs such as maintenance on wind instruments and the ongoing purchase of new cradles. A list of approved suppliers can be instructed to work in the boatyard. Please refer to www.beaulieuriver.co.uk/ boatyard for a list of prices.

Fully ualified and insured. Pre-purchase, insurance surveys. wide range of repairs and refits carried out and craft maintained, from internal joinery, GRP, and timber repairs to boat-washing, antifouling and painting. 07952 955906 / 01590 675521 www.cooksmaritimesurveys.com cooksmcraftsmen@gmail.com Boat repair, maintenance and refurbishment. 01590 646780 | production@ eremyrogers.co.uk www.jeremyrogers.co.uk

Valeting Services Solent Yacht Care Limited

Marine Electronics

Did you know...? Resident berth and mooring-holders benefit from 10 off all boat lifts and launches as well as 30 days' free storage any time of year*. *Excludes undercover storage and survey lift. Please check www.beaulieuriver.co.uk/ boatyard for a list of terms and conditions.

Ropewalk Marine

Jeremy Rogers

System engineering, antifouling services, running gear check cleaning services, complete yacht refit management, marine woodwork and carpentry, marine exterior and interior valeting service. 023 8251 4436 | info@rocmarinesolutions.co.uk www.rocmarinesolutions.co.uk

Oliver Rickard

Mobile Marine Engineeer. Whether you own a 6ft tender or a 60ft luxury craft, power or sail, we can cover most of your mechanical needs. 0773 915012 info@riverbankmarineservices.co.uk www.riverbankmarineservices.co.uk A marine engineering business offering a one stop solution for all boat and yacht engine sales, repairs, parts and servicing. 01590 677073 mail@ropewalkmarine.com www.ropewalkmarine.com

ROC Marine Solutions Ltd

Mike Bowers

Riverbank Marine Services

S.D. Electronics Marine electronics and electrical engineer. System install, repair electrical and electronic systems. Mast wiring, connections and servicing masthead units, checking batteries, repair of electric winches and bow thruster. Alternator and starter motor repairs. 07551 949083 | Eastaugh.pipistrelle@talktalk.net

Marine Engineers

Specialist valeting services including polishing and waxing, teak renovation, antifouling, anode replacement, for sale preparation, regular exterior wash programme and general maintenance. Approved AGlaze applicators. Boracol stockist. Fully insured. 07917 543877 / 01590 719587 en uiries@solentyachtcare.co.uk www.solentyachtcare.co.uk

IboatValet Boat valeting and management services. 07 1 107560 matt@iboatvalet.co.uk www.iboatvalet.co.uk

Yacht Rigging Ocean Rigging All-round ocean rigging service. 01590 676292 info@oceanrigging.co.uk www.oceanrigging.co.uk

Marine Tec Ltd Inboard and outboard engine service and repair. 07717 155 71 info@marine-tec.co.uk

VISITING Our berths on the Visitor Pontoons offer convenient walk-ashore positions, electricity and water. Please report to the Marina Reception located in the Chandlery upon arrival. The Dock Master Team can also be contacted via VHF channel 68 Beaulieu River Radio or via telephone 01590 616200. To avoid disappointment, we recommend that visitor walk-ashore berths are booked with advance payment by emailing the Harbour Office or via the website by completing the online booking form. iver moorings are available on a first come, first served basis please remember that a dinghy will be required to get ashore. Rates from 25 March to 31st October 2024 for visiting yachts, per vessel, per metre, per night. All visiting vessels will be berthed on the designated visitor pontoon. Subject to availability.

Overnight

Short Stay*

Walk Ashore

£5.25 per metre per night £2.50 per metre

River

£3.00 per metre per night £1.50 per metre

Anchorage†

£10.00 per boat

(includes electricity)

£8.00 per boat

* Short stays are a maximum of 4 hours with the overnight fee applying after 3:30pm. Overnight visitors should vacate their mooring/berth by midday. Guests of visiting yachts are welcome to come to the marina and park their car. There is a daily parking fee of £5. † To protect the sensitive habitat of the river, anchoring is only permitted between piles 20 and 22. Does not include use of marina facilities.

The marina is staffed from 08:00–20:30 in summer and 08:00–16:30 in winter, with security outside of these hours.

VisitOR BUOYS Located just 10 minutes from the entrance, our designated visitor buoys (moorings 1 - 8) have open views of the Solent and are suitable for vessels up to 12 metres.

dOCK MASTER TEAM Matt Thomas Jon Wild

Adrian Foulkes

A limited number of river moorings* are available throughout the river and can be identified by a yellow pickup buoy marked with a black V. Remember a dinghy will be required to get ashore. *Moorings above the marina are only suitable for vessels up to 12 metres and with a shallow draft with limited availability. Mid-river pontoons are unavailable for visitors. Once you have picked up a visitor mooring, call VHF 68 “Beaulieu River Radio”

Phil Lang Tony Sheppard

Visitor Pontoon Team

Rob Seymour

Tim Hubble Find out more:

John Selman

Charles Wrightson 9

Looking to relocate your marine-based business to one of the most beautiful spots on the Solent?

Waste & Recycling The Beaulieu River is a beautiful place. Please help us keep it this way by following our waste and recycling guidelines. Waste and recycling facilities can be found by the harbour office. Please make sure you use the correct bin. Contamination reduces the number of items we can recycle and may cause health and safety problems. If you are in doubt or need assistance, please do not hesitate to ask one of the harbour staff.

Recycling

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Bright blue bins with mixed recycling labels should be used for cans, aerosols, plastic bottles, paper and card. Green bins should be used for glass bottles.

Please contact www.thegreenblue.org.uk for your local are disposal facility.

General waste Non-recyclable waste should go into the bins labelled general refuse. All waste must be compactable and must not be hazardous.

Pump-out service There is a pump-out facility near the fuel berth. Please ask at the chandlery/marina reception for details before operating.

International food waste If arriving from outside the UK, any food waste must be taken home. Alternatively, please speak to a member of staff. Do not dispose of in bins.

Oil paint cans fuel engine batteries

oil filters and

Please ask harbour staff for details of how to deal with these.

We will have a number of offices and units to let in our redeveloped boatshed from Spring 2025. Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour is one of the most desirable fully serviced marinas on the South Coast. With an extensive investment programme over the last 4 years our Yacht Harbour boasts industry leading services and facilities, recognised by the prestigious TYHA 5 Gold Anchor accreditation.

• 200 fully serviced walk ashore pontoon berths • 300 river moorings • Storage ashore for 200 vessels with power and water • Overnight berthing for in excess of 10,000 visitors per annum

• Petrol and diesel supply • 40T travel hoist, 20T boat mover, yacht cradles, washdown bay • Professional fully trained & certified boat lifting and handling staff • 17m reach telehandler for mast stepping

Over the Autumn and Winter of 2024 we will be undertaking a £1.7m redevelopment of the current boatshed.

Hazardous waste We are unable to accept hazardous waste including, though not limited to, fuel, liquid chemicals, fuel tanks, any absorbent material used to clear oil, fuel or paint spillages, compressed gasses or gas containers, clinical waste, mattresses, tyres. The nearest hazardous waste disposal service is in Marchwood. Please note that the following may not be discharged into the river: • black water • oil/oily residue • waste • plastics • food • other pollutants

Architect’s impression of front elevation

Spaces available: • Offices from 21m2 to 70m2 • Meeting rooms from 29m2 to 59m2 • Workshop units from 55m2 to 150m2 • Undercover boatsheds 134m2 • Storage lockers 6m2 or 9m2 • Mechanics workshop/office

Letting terms negotiable and can include: • Use of meeting rooms • Parking • Electricity supply • Secure leased line share, offering guaranteed bandwidth • Wi-fi

Find out more at beaulieuriver.co.uk/boatyard-redevelopment or contact the Harbour Master at wendy.stowe@beaulieu.co.uk Preference will be given to tenants who provide ‘added value’ services to our boat owners. E&OE. The above information is based on initial designs and could change.

Chandlery & RECEPTION The chandlery building is also home to the marina reception, making it the one-stop shop for all your boating supplies and queries. Do pop in and see the team they’re always happy to help.

Outdoor Dining Following the success of the pop-up restaurants in 2023, the outdoor social space for berth and mooring holders will re-open at Easter 2024. The setting is the perfect place to unwind with a refreshing drink and a bite to eat and will host a variety of local businesses offering a diverse range of delights from locally caught fish to pi a. The Solent Cellar, an independent wine merchant from Lymington, is also returning with its pop-up bar on the water's edge. The team will present a curated selection of reds, whites, and, of course, rosés. Additionally, each week will showcase a different beer from a local brewery and a local craft gin. Soft drinks and bar snacks will also be available. The bar is set to operate every Thursday to Saturday, 17.00 to sundown, from Easter until the end of September.

chandlery & admin team

Gill Martin

Amanda Daniel

Angela Shelley Sarah Gilmore Product lines include rope, anti-fouling products, stainless steel hardware, Calor and camping gas. Groceries include fresh milk, bread, fresh pastries, orange juice, confectionery, wine/beer, basic food and drinks and toiletries. Newspapers are available at weekends during the season and can be enjoyed at the seating area with a hot drink or ice cream. Your four-legged friends will also be wagging their tails with delight at the dog ice cream and other tasty treats, canine life jackets and eco-friendly toys! If you’d like to order an item not in stock, please speak to one of the team. Open 7 days a week chandlery@beaulieu.co.uk | 01590 616200

Exclusive to permanent berth and mooring holders, as well as visiting yachtsmen and women. A marquee and BBQ is available to hire for exclusive use for up to 50 people for £175 or if you just require a BBQ, these are available for £25 per night. For more information, including details of our featured restaurants and opening times, please refer to our website or scan the QR code.

Photo by David Miller, shortlisted for the 2023 photographic competition.

Staying Safe on the river The Beaulieu River team work hard to ensure all visitors and vessels remain safe when using the river. Please help us to achieve this by observing the following safety rules. Obligations

⚓ wear lifejackets. ⚓ keep your speed below the maximum of 5

knots to ensure minimum wash throughout the river. ⚓ keep to the starboard side of fairway. ⚓ wear kill cords where fitted. ⚓ ensure dogs are kept on leads at all times.

Not permitted

⚓ swimming, jet-skiing, water-skiing or board ⚓ ⚓ ⚓ ⚓ ⚓

sailing. securing dogs or children to canoes or kayaks. mooring onto navigation buoys, beacons or marks. underwater diving activities without permission from the Harbour Master. operating your vessel whilst intoxicated. the ying of drones.

When arriving

⚓ from outside the UK you must call the

National Yachtline (0300 123 20212) on arrival and complete a pleasure craft report service at www.gov.uk/government/publications/ sailing-a-leisure-craft-to-and-from-the-uk ⚓ if you have animals on board, you must have the correct paperwork from an authorised port of entry before entering the UK. ⚓ all commercial vessels, vessels over 20m, and vessels not under command, restricted in ability to manoeuvre, or towing another vessel or structure, are requested to give notice of their movements by calling Beaulieu River Radio on VHF channel 68.

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Man overboard

⚓ in a ‘man overboard’ situation, call for help and then try to assist but without putting yourself in danger. There are emergency ladders on all marina and river pontoons. Call channel 68.

Slipway

⚓ pre-book your launch using our online ⚓ ⚓ ⚓ ⚓ ⚓ ⚓ ⚓ ⚓

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booking system at beaulieuriver.co.uk. check weather and tidal conditions. We advise against launching and recovering in the hours of darkness. the slipway should not be used 2 hours either side of low water due to steep drop-off (other than for paddle craft). do not block access rig your boat away from the slipway. be aware of pedestrians and other users of the slipway. attach a safety line to your trailer. remember to park your vehicle in the designated car park & not in the boat park never stand behind a boat whilst it is being launched or recovered. if you are going to leave your vehicle attached to the trailer whilst launching, switch off the engine, leave in gear, and make sure the handbrake is fully applied. when parking a boat and trailer in the boat park, check that both are secure. pontoons are only to be used for the launching and recovery of vessels.

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he eaulieu iver is a Site of Special Scientific nterest and home to a remarkable variety of wildlife. Due to the protected status of the riverbanks, the slipway at Buckler’s Hard is the only place you are permitted to launch or recover canoes, kayaks and paddleboards on the river. Please help us maintain the natural beauty of the river by proceeding with caution and consideration.

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PADDLE SPORTS

For the safety of all our users, we do not permit launching or landing after dark. To book and pay for your launch and car parking, please use the pre-booking system on our website: beaulieuriver.co.uk/visiting/slipways-launch-fees/

Launch & Recover Fees Paddlecraft (canoe, kayak, paddleboard) Any boat (regardless of power or size)

£10 per vessel (includes parking for 1 car) £25 per vessel (includes parking for 1 car)

Paddle safely and responsibly by observing these rules ⚓ if you are new to paddle sports, we

⚓ do not secure children or dogs to your

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⚓ only use one paddleboard per person.

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encourage you to take lessons first. label your canoe, kayak or paddleboard so that if you get separated, rescue teams can reunite you. observe navigational rules – keep right and give other users space. respect other river users and remember you are not always visible to other vessels. keep to the main channel (marked with red and green posts). Do not enter the creeks. check local weather forecasts and tidal predictions tidal currents can be ha ardous and the wind can easily blow paddleboards off course. Remember that the upper reaches of the river do dry out and that the ebb tide is stronger. wear a correctly-sized buoyancy aid. ensure you have a waterproof mobile phone or VHF radio. bring a whistle in case of emergency.

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Don’t be tempted to share, particularly with children. do not allow dogs to run free along the river bank or foreshore. keep your distance from wildlife and keep noise to a minimum. do not drink alcohol and paddle. take all litter home. you may off load your car at the slipway, but you must return it to the car park before going a oat. do not land on private jetties or along the riverbank. landing is strictly prohibited on Gull Island. a full paddle sports guide is available online. parking is available in the marina only.

lease report an incidents or concerns to the arbour aster s Office via channel 68 Beaulieu River Radio or by calling 01590 616200. Out of hours call 999. 16

…or dinner? Whenever you choose to visit, you will always find a warm welcome at the Royal Southampton Yacht Club.

Nestled on the banks of the Beaulieu River at Gins, our Clubhouse is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner*. Take in some of the best views across the Solent whilst enjoying a meal and a drink from our very well stocked bar! *Seasonal hours may vary.

Reservations 023 8022 3352 clubhousemanager@rsyc.org.uk Berthing & Water Taxi VHF Channel 77. Callsign “Sea Echo.” www.rsyc.org.uk

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Experience the beauty and tranquillity of the Beaulieu River and visit us either for a day, overnight or perhaps even longer. With a five old nchors accreditation, the uckler s Hard acht Harbour offers a sheltered setting for a range of fully-serviced marina berths, while the scenic reaches of the Beaulieu River provide a peaceful setting for river moorings.

Yachts of up to 20m can be comfortably accommodated and the on-site boatyard facilitates repair services, as well as lift-out, washdown and storage services all year round.

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As well as a friendly service from experienced staff, permanent berth and mooring-holders can en oy the following benefits:

⚓ 30 days’ free storage and 10% off lift and

⚓ on-site chandlery/grocery shop, open

⚓ 10% off fuel.

⚓ social events for mooring holders.

launch throughout the year.

Welcome to

TransEurope Marinas TransEurope Marinas is a network of over 75 select marinas in 11 different countries, offering reciprocal berthing benefits for their berth-holders. A 50% visitors' berthing discount is given for up to 5 days to accredited yachts based in associated marinas.

⚓ reciprocal berthing arrangements with other marinas through membership of TransEurope.

⚓ free WiFi throughout the marina. ⚓ ample on-site parking.

⚓ CCTV and out-of-hours on-site security. ⚓ conveniently located boatyard services. ⚓ special seasonal offers on boatyard services.

⚓ luxury lavatories, showers and a launderette.

Visit www.transeuropemarinas.com

for Terms & Conditions and a current list of members.

⚓ fuel jetty.

⚓ pump-out service.

seven days a week.

⚓ pop-up bars and food vendors every

weekend from Easter through to the end of September.

⚓ free entry to Buckler’s Hard Museum for mooring-holders.

⚓ unlimited family tickets to the Beaulieu

visitor attraction and National Motor Museum (family = up to 3 children and 2 adults).

⚓ 20% discount on food and drink available at The Master Builder’s House and restaurant with the Beaulieu River Privilege Card.

⚓ regular newsletter to keep you updated. ⚓ Introductory membership to the RSYC.

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NAVIGATION

Southampton

Lyndhurst

Millennium Beacon

Burley Brockenhurst

Beaulieu

Buckler’s Hard

Poole

Bournemouth

Portsmouth

Lymington

Cowes Ryde

Yarmouth

FINDING US

Isle of Wight

By Boat The Beaulieu River is centrally located on the Solent. When approaching from the east, keep the lit south cardinal to starboard off Stone Point and steer to the vicinity of a lit, yellow special buoy close to the bearing to run in on. The bearing to run in on is 324° guided by the transit marks, the front mark is port post No. 2 and the back mark is Lepe House. The Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour is a pleasant 3.5 nautical mile cruise upstream. Please report to the Harbour Master s Office when the Marina is in sight using VHF channel 68 and call sign Beaulieu River Radio.

Beaulieu Spit Dolphin

Sailing distances: Cowes....................2.6 Nm Lymington ................ 6 Nm Hamble..................5.5 Nm Portsmouth............ 10 Nm Chichester ............. 18 Nm Poole.......................25 Nm Weymouth .............45 Nm

By Car

(N13718) – G 318° – 330°, W 330° – 337°, R 337° – 348°

Beaulieu River Entrance Lighted Beacon:

(N06630) – Fl.R. 3M 5s Leading marks at entrance 324° must be aligned exactly due to shoal water either side of leading line. The front is Port No. 2 Pile, the rear is Lepe House.

By Train

Beaulieu River Entrance Beaulieu Millennium Lighted Beacon:

We are 25 minutes from the M27 with easy access to the main south coast cities, the M3 and London. There is ample parking for customers. Find us via satnav using SO42 7XB and enjoy your ourney through the ew Forest. Please call the Harbour Office on arrival to receive the access code for the barrier.

The closest main line railway station is eight miles away in Brockenhurst, with a regular service running between London Waterloo and Weymouth. A taxi from Brockenhurst to Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour will take approximately 20 minutes.

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Yellow Racing Mark: Photo by Sarah Webber shortlisted for the 2023 photographic competition.

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Advice for visitors The river is a sheltered haven in the central Solent which offers a couple of options for mooring up that are suitable for all weather conditions. You can either take advantage of the walk ashore facilities at the marina, or pick up one of our dedicated visitor moorings. If you need advice, or assistance there are a number of ways of contacting us. You can reach us on Ch68 with the call sign “Beaulieu River Radio”, or phone us on 01590 616200, (please be aware that mobile phone signal is very poor in the river), or email on harbour.office@beaulieu.co.uk Our website also offers a wealth of information for resident and visiting boats alike. We have videos showing the approaches and piloting up the river, along with live tidal height information, (depth on the bar at the entrance), weather and useful contact numbers etc. You will also find a map of the marina and details of the tidal flows that run through it.

Mooring Buoys Visitor mooring buoys are marked by a yellow pick up buoy with a black ‘V’ for visitor, and are spread along the river – the position of which varies depending upon which moorings are currently unused by residents. They are available on a first-come, first-served basis only and are down river of the marina. Only one boat per mooring is permitted. To assist with orientation mooring buoys are sequentially numbered, starting at number 1, nearest to the mouth of the river. Visitor moorings can be found between number 1 and 155. If you are struggling to find an available buoy please give us a call on Ch68 and we may be able to advise of any free buoys.

Marina The berths in the marina and the visitor’s pontoon are affected by the tide. Our website and tide booklet show the strongest flows on both the flood and ebb. If possible plan your arrival to avoid the fastest stream of the tide. Please note all visiting vessels are berthed on the dedicated visitors pontoon and not in the main marina.

As you approach the marina give us a call on the radio as you round the last bend before the marina. We will advise you of your berth location and the current tidal conditions. Ideally plan your approaches to the berth to be navigating into/stemming the tide rather than being pushed along with it. If ever you are not happy with a berth, or do not feel it is safe, please let us know and we will endeavour to find you an alternative berth. We recommend having fenders rigged on both sides of your boat as this will allow you to change your berthing plan without any delays and also protect the boat next to you if heading into a finger berth. A sensible additional safety measure is to have a roving fender. If entering a berth in the marina we recommend holding station off of the hammerheads before committing to entering between the piers. This will allow you to assess the wind and tide and confirm that you have adequate steerage for the upcoming manoeuvre. Always plan your escape route in case the manoeuvre goes wrong! For resident berth holders, if the wind and tide conditions are too tricky, we can always find you a temporary berth, (usually the visitor pontoon) until conditions ease.

Scan the QR code to watch a video on navigating the river

2023 Photo Competition Congratulations to Maggie White, the winner for 2023, for this photograph. We now invite entries for the 2024 competition. The winner will win a cash prize of £200. For more information, visit beaulieuriver.co.uk/photo-competition

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The Art of Buckler’s Hard exhibition A free exhibition of art portraying the village through the centuries, opening at Easter 2024. he e hibition will include original paintings from the semi-final of Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year which was filmed at uckler s Hard in 2023. Other works on display will include watercolours, oil paintings, sketch books, textiles and works from the Montagu family collection. The exhibition is to be held in the Shipwright's classroom, overlooking the river.

Calling all artists!

THINGS TO DO ASHORE

Give us your impressions of Buckler’s Hard or the Beaulieu River by entering our art competition.

Staying on the Beaulieu River provides the perfect opportunity to hop ashore and explore the New Forest. Here are some suggestions as to how you could spend a couple of hours or days.

Prizes will be given to the winning artists whose work will be added to the exhibition from 8th June.

Places to Visit

Cycling

Explore the historic village of Buckler’s Hard, just a short stroll from the marina. The Buckler's Hard Visitor Centre and Museum tell the story of the village and its role in 18th century shipbuilding. Just over two miles upstream is the village of Beaulieu and the Beaulieu visitor attraction incorporating the National Motor Museum, Palace House, Beaulieu Abbey and World of Top Gear. Beaulieu River visitors receive 20% off admission to both attractions.

Off-road cycling in the New Forest is permitted on a waymarked network of Forestry Commission tracks. Bikes can be hired from the marina via New Forest Activities. A map of authorised routes can be downloaded from newforestnpa.gov.uk

For details of how to enter, please go to bucklershard.co.uk/artexhibitioncompetition

Available Courses Tel: 07834 73 33 23 Visit: www.jollyrogersailing.co.uk

7 miles to the south-west of the Beaulieu River is the Lymington River and the town of the same name. Browse the boutique shops or explore the street market held every Saturday. The villages of Brockenhurst, Lyndhurst and Burley are within a 30-minute drive of Buckler’s Hard, providing the opportunity to explore shops, cafés and restaurants.

WALKing The New Forest is popular with walkers and has a variety of footpaths and routes to suit all abilities. For further information visit thenewforest.co.uk. Details of the walk to Beaulieu from Buckler's Hard Yacht Harbour can be found on pages 36-39.

Beach Days Lepe Country Park and Calshot are good spots to sit on the beach and watch the busy Solent, or within 45 minutes by car you can be sitting on the sandy beach at Mudeford.

EAT & DRINK The Captain's Table at the top of Buckler’s Hard High Street serves hot and cold refreshments. The Master Builder’s House Hotel offers casual and fine dining options and is situated within a five-minute walk of the marina. Pop-up bars and food vendors will be operating from the boatyard every weekend from Easter through to the end of September. Alternatively, there is a variety of places to eat in Beaulieu village.

events For local events information, visit our website beaulieuriver.co.uk/things-to-do

Buckler's Hard Village

Discover the village's history in the Visitor Centre and Museum. Delve into conversations of 18thcentury villagers at the New Inn and explore the stories of 19th and 20th-century residents. Learn about the village s role in World War and its significance in the - ay landings. Permanent berth and mooring holders, as well as visiting yachtsmen and woman, can save 20% on admission into the museum*. Explore the village high street. Step into the preserved Shipwright’s Cottage to experience life during the shipbuilding era and visit the timber-framed Shipwrights’ Workshop for the free exhibition, HMS Agamemnon – Navigating the Legend, recounting the fascinating tale of Nelson’s favourite ship. Opening this Easter, The Art of Buckler's Hard, an exhibition located in the Shipwright’s classroom at the bottom (see page 32).

Take a leisurely stroll from the marina to the charming riverside village of Buckler’s Hard. Immerse yourself in its rich history by exploring the village and the Visitor Centre and Museum. Dating back to the 18th century and celebrating its 300th anniversary in 2024, Buckler’s Hard has a storied past. Originally dubbed ‘Montagu Town’ by John, 2nd Duke of Montagu, it evolved into a bustling shipbuilding hub in the late 1700s. The cottages along its unusually wide street, once piled with logs and planks, housed tradesmen and labourers. Flourishing as a naval shipbuilding village, Buckler’s Hard gained fame for constructing warships for Nelson’s Navy, including HMS Agamemnon and two vessels present at the Battle of Trafalgar. Although shipbuilding declined after the Napoleonic wars, the village has retained its unspoiled charm over time.

Afterwards, indulge in a meal or refreshment in the village. Visit the Captain’s Table eatery for breakfast, afternoon tea, or a light lunch. The eatery is open daily and also serves all-day snacks, hot drinks, and ice creams. Alternatively, enjoy a drink and a meal at the Master Builder’s House either from the Henry s bar menu, or in their fine dining restaurant. For those looking to venture further, the village is an ideal starting point for walkers and cyclists, with the Solent Way footpath passing through and nearby Beaulieu just a gentle 2¼-mile stroll or cycle away.

Find out more at bucklershard.co.uk * The 20% discount is applicable on presentation of a Beaulieu River mooring receipt, which must be presented within one month of the issue date.

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WALKING FROM BUCKLER’S HARD TO BEAULIEU

1 Duke’s Bath House

This small thatched cottage was built by George, Duke of Montagu, c1760 for his son who suffered from arthritis. Salt water was considered beneficial for sufferers of arthritis so a pond in the garden was filled with river water in which people could bathe. The cottage is now a holiday let and can be booked through www.holidaycottages.co.uk.

Entrance

Beaulieu Visitor Attraction National Motor Museum, Palace House & Beaulieu Abbey

2 Boatyard, Chandlery and arbour aster s Office

Hub of boating activity on the river of today.

3 Keeping Marsh

An open expanse of various salt tolerant plants. This mud bank is the holding area for dredgings from the river but was quickly colonised by indigenous plant and animal life, notably shelduck, Canada geese, mallard, oystercatchers, redshank and curlew. A public bird hide is also located here. E uino tides may ood this part of the footpath on 10–13 March, 22–23 August, 18–21 September, 16–20 October. Please check beaulieuriver.co.uk for any updates.

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Beaulieu village contains a variety of shops including grocery stores, an art gallery, gift shops, tea rooms, a chocolate studio, a garden centre, orist and hairdresser.

Seville’s Copse

Jarvis’s Copse

4 Burnt Oak Copse

The trees here are predominantly oak dating from the early 19th century. They were later supplemented by wild service, hazel, Scots pine and beech with common privet, butcher’s broom, holly and hawthorn providing shelter and food for game birds.

5 Bailey’s Hard

The tall red brick chimney is that of the old estate brickworks which drew on the local deposits of clay. Built in 1790, it last produced bricks in 1935 and is now a private residence. It was here that Salisbury, the first naval vessel to be built on the river, was completed in 1698.

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t was here that scenes for the film A Man for All Seasons were shot in 1966, as the unspoilt river looked as the Thames might have done in the 16th century.

Bailey’s Hard

The 2¼ mile footpath between Buckler’s Hard and Beaulieu takes approximately 45 minutes each way to walk and forms part of the Solent Way, runing along the border of the North Solent Nature Reserve. This fragile environment, with a gradual transition from woodland through tidal river-edge grassland into saltmarsh, is rare in England and supports a wide range of plant and bird species, particularly wintering waders and wildfowl. The stunted tree growth at the river’s edge is a natural effect caused by poor drainage and the salt water from the river.

Please respect this fragile environment and help its recovery by staying on the marked footpaths. Dogs must be kept on a lead to protect vulnerable wildlife.

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River Cruises

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BUCKLER’S HARD TO LEPE FROM THE WATER

6 Needs Ore Coastguard Cottages

uilt in the 1 60s for the oastguard, who were at the forefront of the fight against smuggling, as well as defence and rescue. Officers were moved around from station to station to prevent them becoming established in the local community and susceptible to bribery and collusion. The Needs Ore Station closed in 1922 but the cottages continue to be occupied by tenants of the estate.

The lower reaches of the Beaulieu River are best seen from the water as they are not served by a footpath.

7 Needs Ore Point

This was where Charles Bull created his ‘Bull’s Run’ in 1726–27 as a shortcut into the river from the Solent. It was closed by a Special Act of Parliament in 1986 to protect Gull Island from erosion. Needs Ore is the base of the Beaulieu River Sailing Club whose dinghy races take place in this part of the river. Please note that the Beaulieu River Sailing Club jetty is private and landing is not permitted anywhere at Needs Ore.

1 Gilbury Pier no public access to the Exbury Estate. 2 Mulberry Dock 28

Marina

This was where the monks of Beaulieu Abbey kept their fishing boats and trading ships. It was a convenient place to load and unload without having to navigate the narrower channel upstream. The name ‘Gins’ is thought to derive from ‘ingenium’, a lifting or winding mechanism used to move the load. Today, Gins is home to the Royal Southampton Yacht Club. An oil pipeline from Wytch Farm near Poole to Fawley Oil efinery passes under the river at this point.

This is actually a spit and owes its name to the black-headed gulls which used to nest here in abundance, and after a period of time away are now nesting again. This forms part of the Special Protection Area (SPA) and is strictly out of bounds to the public.

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8 Gull Island

This is the site of the old oyster beds created in the 1870s. During the Second World War, an e perimental oating dock was built here, together with components for the Mulberry Harbour, used in the D-Day landings.

This miniature lighthouse serves as a day mark and contains a sectored light for guiding boats into the river at night. Its construction was funded by many of the yachtsmen who use these waters.

In the 18th century, this was an anchoring point for the hulls of newly launched ships en route for Portsmouth. The grass that covers the mud ats along the river is called Spartina Townsendii. t first appeared on the river in the 1870s to help bind the mud ats, 3 thus reducing erosion. A second variety, Spartina Anglicana, was introduced in 1898.

The lands bordering the river contain an exceptional variety of habitats, which support an equally varied assemblage of wildlife. To protect important colonies of nesting seabirds, Gull Island and Warren Shore are closed to the public however, access to other parts of the Reserve is possible by permit, issued by the Beaulieu Estate 9 Lepe Office. he office can be contacted Lepe House on 01590 614621.

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5 Sea Banks

The land behind these banks was 4 reclaimed in the 18th century and used for salt production. Salt was a highly Gins pri ed commodity and Salt Officers were based in Buckler’s Hard to check that the quantity of salt produced tallied with the amount of tax paid. Two hundred years later, the banks remain intact, but they do not hold out the highest tides, and the meadows behind are periodically ooded. his provides waterfowl, particularly Brent geese and wigeon, with feeding areas in autumn and winter.

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VISIT BEAULIEU

Henry's Pub

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HONEST FOOD, GOOD BEER, RAMBLING PITSTOP

Just two miles upstream from Buckler’s Hard is Beaulieu, a marvellous day out to enjoy together. This attraction includes the National Motor Museum, Palace House, Beaulieu Abbey, World of Top Gear, Little Beaulieu and much more.

FOOD SERVED EVERY DAY 12 - 9pm. Monday - Saturday 12 - 8pm. Sunday

The National Motor Museum is home to a world-famous collection of over 285 vehicles and celebrates 140 years of ingenuity, imagination, and engineering genius. Marvel at cars that broke World Land Speed Records, walk through a 1930s garage packed full of period artefacts and relive favourite TV moments in World of Top Gear. For a bird’s eye view, a ride through the roof of the museum on the monorail which celebrates its 50th anniversary this year.

Riverview Restaurant

See the new In Focus exhibition gallery that showcases material from the museum’s archives, as it focuses on special anniversaries and topics throughout the motoring years.

CLASSIC BRITISH COOKING. ELEGANT INTERIORS. EXCEPTIONAL VIEWS

Palace House, home of the Montagu family since 153 , is filled with family treasures and stories. From the Mill Pond walk and the Kitchen Gardens to the Wilderness Garden and Alice’s Topiary Wonderland, eaulieu s outdoor spaces won t disappoint. reen fingered enthusiasts won t want to miss BBC Gardeners’ World Spring Fair which returns from 3–5 May 2024. The Spring Fair will showcase beautiful borders, oral displays from top nurseries, live entertainment and much more. For younger visitors, Little Beaulieu is the perfect place for them to let off energy. They can clamber around a wooden replica of Palace House, uncover secret passageways and ride the zip wire. Meanwhile, parents can enjoy a tea or coffee with a slice of cake at the perfectly placed cafe! Experience the serenity of Beaulieu Abbey and learn what life was like for the monks who lived there over 800 years ago. Then, in the Secret Army Exhibition, discover Beaulieu’s wartime secrets as the ‘Finishing School’ for secret agents. This includes a recently completed exhibition on two Beaulieu-trained agents who served in France as members of the Special Operations Executive. The exhibition was researched and curated by Lady Montagu in collaboration with surviving relatives of the two agents, and features previously unseen family photos. A ticket to Beaulieu includes entrance to everything the attraction has to offer. What unforgettable memories will you make during your visit. 01590 612345 | beaulieu.co.uk

FOOD SERVED EVERY DAY 12 - 3pm, 6 - 8pm. Monday - Saturday 12 - 8pm. Sunday

Crew Bar

BBQ, BEER AND OCCASIONAL SUNSHINE 29 March - 30 June - weekends and Bank Holidays 1 July - 1 September - every day 2 September - 31 September - weekends only

12 - 5pm.

Book your table at www.themasterbuilders.co.uk or call us on 01590 616253

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Seagrass beds & Native Oysters returning to River Two positive achievements for nature conservation on the Beaulieu River and coastline that you may not be aware of are the return of the native oyster and our sensitive seagrass meadows.

Seagrass At the mouth of the Beaulieu River is a rare coastal habitat, a seagrass meadow. This is an important part of the Solent Maritime Special Area for Conservation. Seagrass meadows are vital nursery areas for breeding and rearing fish species including bass, mackerel and thornback rays. The long leaves of the seagrass plant and its strong root system help to stabilise the sea bed, reducing erosion. They filter nutrients, nitrogen and other pollutants, locking them in their stems and roots as they grow. The Solent seagrass is a natural carbon sink which removes the carbon footprint equivalent of 242,000 car passengers travelling between Southampton and Cowes. The ReMEDIES (Reducing and Mitigating Erosion and Disturbance Impacts affecting the Seabed) Project has been trialling a new method of seagrass planting by directly injecting seeds into the sediment. This is a tricky operation in the sub tidal area involving divers; trials in the Solent started in November 2023.

How you can help

• Avoid anchoring in the Seagrass Meadows. Follow any signs about voluntary no anchor zones as you move around the Solent and other areas. • Adhere to speed limits in the river. • At low tides, do not walk on the seagrass meadows. These plants are very sensitive to damage and you will be scaring our coastal waders that need to feed on the exposed mudflats.

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Native Oysters Historically, the Solent was the largest native oyster fishery in Europe but by 2013 the population and the fishery collapsed; this was a result of pollution, habitat loss, overfishing and disease. They were declared a UK Biodiversity Action Plan Priority species and the Solent Oyster Restoration Project was formed. The project aims to restore oyster numbers by providing nursery areas where high densities of breeding adult oysters are placed in cages. This has been achieved in several locations around the Solent including Buckler’s Hard and Beaulieu. They hope to build and populate new oyster reefs. Oysters are a keystone species naturally creating habitat in the form of reefs and small environmental niches. These reefs protect the coastline by buffering wave action. Each oyster filter-feeds up to 200 litres of water a day removing pollutants and sediment. The Blue Marine Foundation and the University of Portsmouth are using hatcheries to provide the next generation of local oysters. Since 2015 they have restored over 150,000 oysters.

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The realisation of Montagu Town never went beyond the area highlighted in orange which forms the village of today

The Duke commissioned work to clear the dense woods, to 'smooth the land' to form a gentle slope and build a storehouse from materials brought from a former wool fulling mill at Beaulieu. The wide street was planned to accommodate markets and twice yearly fairs. Two sea-water baths were to be built at the river s edge south-east of the town, re ecting the growing fashion for salt-water bathing. he uke built the first dwellings and offered generous terms to other trades and crafts people to build houses in accordance with his layout and play their part in the future of Montagu Town, but by 1731 only seven houses had been built, five of them at the uke s e pense. Montagu own reverted to its old name, Buckler’s Hard (it is believed that the name derives from previous tenants of the hard, the Buckle family).

montagu town 2024 marks the 300th anniversary of the founding of Buckler’s Hard by John, 2nd Duke of Montagu. In 1724 he published a prospectus describing how Montagu Town was to be created on the banks of the Beaulieu River. The naturally protected up-river location he chose is one of only three places where seams of gravel cut through the marshy river banks, forming a 'hard' where boats could be launched and landed. The scheme for the new town took shape after the failure of the Duke’s attempt to build a free port for the import and export of sugar from the West Indian Islands of St Vincent and St Lucia. The costly expedition of seven ships and 500 men reached their destination but were forcefully resisted by the French and the project was quickly abandoned.

Further building occurred in the 1740s when the Royal Navy had to defend the British Isles in battles against the Spanish and the French. The Naval shipyards could not produce enough ships, so shipbuilders at private dockyards were contracted to construct and repair ships under the direction of a resident Navy Board Overseer. One such yard was set up at Buckler’s Hard and Henry dams, its first overseer, soon left royal service to take on the tenancy of the shipyard. etween 1744 and 1 14, dams and his sons built around fifty ships for the oyal avy, including Agamemnon, Euryalus and Swiftsure, all of which took part in the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805.

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USEFUL INFORMATION & CONTACT NUMBERS

USEFUL CONTACT NUMBERS arbour aster s Office ....................................... 015 0 1 200 harbour.office Buckler’s Hard Visitor Centre & Museum................ 01590 616203 Casualty – Lymington Hospital.................................... 01590 663000 Urgent Treatment Ctr – Lymington Hospital .......... 01590 663101 Customs – National Yacht Line ................................... 0300 123 2012 RS Divers ........................................................................... 023 9319 0409 Doctors – Waterfront & Solent Surgery .................. 023 8084 1841 Trafalgar Dental Practice............................................... 023 8089 1936 National Motor Museum visitor enquiries ............... 01590 612345 Police (non-emergency) ................................................. 101 Royal Southampton Yacht Club, Gins Clubhouse... 02380 223352 (option 1) Seadown Veterinary Group (Hythe branch) ............ 02380 842237 Tourist Information......................................................... thenewforest.co.uk

Solent Harbour Offices Lymington.......................................................................... 01590 672014 Cowes................................................................................. 01983 293952 Hamble ............................................................................... 01489 576387 Yarmouth........................................................................... 01983 760321

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In the approaches to and within the Western Solent double high waters occur at or near springs; on other occasions there is a stand which lasts about 2 hours. The predictions refer to the first high water when there are two and are approximate.

For Summer Time add one hour in yellow areas. Tide differences: Portsmouth +27 mins (approx.) Dover +4 mins (approx.)

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