Visiting the river Hamble

Hamble le Rice is a small village situated just outside Southampton on the south coast of England. It is famed the world over for its association with yachting. There are three marina’s and three yacht clubs which provide plenty of moorings and berths for visiting and more permanent sailors. The River Hamble is at the heart of the sheltered waters of the Solent, protected from the open sea by the Isle of Wight. It benefits from a two hour stand at high water, is an ideal base for cruising, whether one's horizons are limited to the Solent and Isle of Wight, or extend further afield on the South Coast, the Channel Islands or France.

Hamble valley has a number of popular visitor attractions including Manor Farm Country Park, Netley Abbey, Royal Victoria Country Park, Southampton Hall of Aviation and Bursledon Windmill. The outstanding natural beauty means there are plenty of walks to take in the wildlife; flora and fauna.

A great way to explore the surrounding area is through a river Hamble RIB charter. RIBs enable fast and exciting water travel as well as providing a number of water sports and activities. Skippered RIB hire is available so you can enjoy all Hamble and its surrounding area has to offer with a safe and knowledgeable skipper. Another option for those looking for a more unique location for a party is a dockside Thames sailing barge charter. A Hamble Thames sailing barge charter offers a huge amount of space to entertain guests in an unusually nautical setting.

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