Boating in the South West
The miles of sandy beaches and secluded coves
around the English South West coast offer a huge range of
possibilities for on the water activities. Some of the best waves
in the country create perfect conditions for windsurfing, kite
surfing, canoeing and kayaking. Below the rolling hills of Devon
and off the beaches of Cornwall there are brilliant sailing
conditions and ideal locations for powerboating. There are plenty
of experts available to introduce beginners to all sorts of sports
and don't forget the fascinating varieties of marine wildlife that
populate the magical South West.
On The Water Guide to the South West
The OTW Guide to the South West is coming soon. In the meantime,
here is a weekend guide to cruising the South West.
Perfect Weekend by Motor Boat &
Yachting - Cruise the Jurrassic
Coast
Spend a blissful 48 hours on the Dorset Coast
with
MBY's handy guide. Click on the link at the bottom of the page
to download and read the cruising itinerary.
Hotspots in the South West
weymouth & portland harbour
Weymouth Bay and Portland Harbour are both excellent
destinations for anyone wanting to get on the water canoeing,
sailing, windsurfing, rowing or waterskiing.
poole
Poole is extremely well known as being a bustling hive of
activity on the South coast.
falmouth
With the world's third largest natural deep harbour, Falmouth is
a real boating hotspot.
plymouth
Plymouth hosts a variety of watersports events, from dinghy
sailing championships to powerboat grand prix’s.
torbay
Also known as the English Riviera because of its mild climate,
Torbay is all about sailing.
kingsbridge
Kingsbridge is situated in South Devon’s Area of Outstanding
Natural Beauty.
salcombe
Salcombe is a beautiful, un-spoilt location where spending the
day on the water in the estuary is a way of life.
fowey
This busy, sheltered deep-water port bustles with life. Working
sailors and pleasure seekers share the space and the extensive
facilities.
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