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 Yachting store |
Deacons Boatyard Bursledon Southampton, Hampshire SO31 8AY United Kingdom +44 2380 40 2182 |
This yachting store boasts the largest stock of yacht chandlery on the south coast. It can be found on the outskirts of Southampton, at Bursledon on the River Hamble. The store stocks chandlery for every type of boat imaginable, from racing dinghies to world cruisers. You can also hire life raft and take advantage of a full rigging service. The store additionally sells supplies of clothing by Henri Lloyd, Splashdown and Douglas Gill. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 British Island Getaways |
17 Albert Road Cowes Southampton PO31 8JU United Kingdom +1 44 198 328 0020 http://www.isleofwighttouristg... |
If you're looking to visit the beautiful 380 square kilometer piece of land located off the southern tip of England known as the Isle of Wight, make sure to check out the Isle of Wight Tourist Guide. This helpful resource provides all the information one needs to get a full experience of the island. Restaurant listings, pub locations, island events and special tours are easily made available through this travel company, making your visit that much more enjoyable. So don't worry about searching for the best in dinning and shopping on the Isle, because Isle of Wight Tourist Guide will do all the tedious legwork for you. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Swimming, diving, health and fitness |
27 Harbour Parade off West Quay Southampton, Hampshire SO15 1BA United Kingdom +44 2380 72 0900 |
There is so much more to the Quays than just a swimming pool. It contains a fun pool, a 25-metre main pool with eight lanes, a diving pool and a sixty station fitness suite. It is advertised as "swimming, diving, health and fitness all in one place", so if your hotel or health club does not have a pool, dive in here. With a crèche, studio and a cafe on the premises, the Quays is an excellent all-round leisure venue. Special packages for regular users are available and family season tickets and corporate membership are also on offer. The hours below are for the main pool. The centre is served by the CityLoop bus service. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Water theme park |
Southampton Road Romsey Southampton, Hampshire SO51 8AF United Kingdom +44 1794 83 0333 |
The Rapids is advertised as the complete swimming adventure and it certainly has many water features, such as bubble seats, water jets and storm showers. There is also a 75 metre flume ride, which twists around high above the pools, for those brave enough to try. There is a fitness pool for people who just want to swim and a small learner pool. All have easy access for the disabled. Although the centre focuses on splashing about, there is also a health suite with a sauna and Jacuzzi, a fitness suite and a cafe. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fun and fitness in Winchester |
Gordon Road Southampton, Hampshire SO23 7DD United Kingdom +44 1962 84 8700 |
This large leisure centre in Winchester offers fun and fitness for all the family. Its main attraction is an exciting 65 metre twister flume ride, and it also has a six lane 25 metre swimming pool, a 12 metre learner pool and an eight court hall for badminton, basketball and five-a-side football. Other attractions include squash courts, outdoor tennis courts, an artificial training pitch for football or hockey, dance and health studios, a function room and a cafe bar. Courses and aerobic, step and circuit classes are run throughout the year and the centre also has a crèche facility and a children's adventure play area. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Largest single yacht race in the world |
Island Sailing Club - High Street, Cowes Southampton, Hampshire PO31 7RE United Kingdom +44 1983 29 6911 http://www.roundtheisland.org.uk/ |
The Round the Island Race is the largest single yacht race in the world. Run by the Island Sailing Club, it is a straight race around the Isle of Wight, starting and finishing at Cowes. About 1500 boats compete each year and any yacht of any shape or size can take part, as a handicapping system is used to determine the winner. Everyone that finishes receives a tankard and the victor collects the prestigious Roman Golden Bowl. Good vantage points to observe the action include The Needles, St. Catherine's Point and Ryde Pier, all on the Isle of Wight, and Hurst Point on the mainland. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The world's largest sailing regatta |
18 Bath Road Southampton, Hampshire PO31 7QN United Kingdom +44 1983 29 5744 http://www.skandiacowesweek.co... |
Cowes Week is the world's largest sailing regatta. It features more than 900 boats, in over forty classes, with crews coming from all over the world. Each class of boat has its own championship, with races once a day for eight days. The races can be watched by the Royal Yacht Squadron promenade. In addition to the racing, there is an extensive social diary of events, culminating in a spectacular fireworks display on the Friday night starting at 9p. Admission is free. See website for yearly particulars. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Take to the waters with ease |
Floating Bridge Road Chapel Southampton, Hampshire SO14 3FL United Kingdom +44 2380 22 5525 http://www.swac.co.uk |
This unique centre offers water-sports and outdoor activities all year round. It is recognised by the Royal Yachting Association as a provider of dinghy sailing, powerboat, windsurfing and navigation courses and it also hosts courses in first aid, sea survival and management development. There is a superb range of facilities and resources, with full wheelchair access. Situated adjacent to Ocean VillageOcean Village Marina, the centre operates on the lower reaches of the River Itchen and Southampton Water. Review © 2007, Wcities |