One of the few privately owned tidal rivers in Britain, the Beaulieu River combines the best of modern facilities with tradition and outstanding natural beauty.
More than 300 moorings stretch along the river, with those closest to the entrance offering open views of the Solent. Perfect for watching the racing.
For those who prefer easy access to land, the marina at Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour is a pleasant 3.5 nautical mile cruise upriver from the Solent and offers over 200 fully serviced berths.
Whether you stay for a few hours, overnight, or even longer, you’ll always find a warm welcome.
The Beaulieu River is within easy reach of popular Solent destinations, including Cowes and Lymington. Plus, with the New Forest National Park on your doorstep, there are plenty of activities and attractions to discover.
The marina is only 25 minutes from the M27, giving easy access from London, Southampton, Portsmouth and other south coast cities.
| Sailing Distances | Distances by car |
|---|---|
| Cowes 2.6 Nm | Beaulieu village 2m |
| Newtown Creek 4 Nm | Brockenhurst 8m |
| Hamble 5.5 Nm | Lymington 8m |
| Lymington 6 Nm | Lepe 8m |
| Yarmouth 7 Nm | Calshot 9m |
| Portsmouth 10 Nm | Lyndhurst 10m |
| Bembridge 14 Nm | Southampton 15m |
| Chichester 18 Nm | Burley 16m |
| Poole 25 Nm | Bournemouth 33m |
| Weymouth 45 Nm | Portsmouth 38m |
The Beaulieu River is so beautiful you may just want to sit and admire the view, but for those who like to explore, there’s plenty to discover.
Here’s just a selection… For more activities in the local area, please see our Things To Do section.
Whether you prefer a hotel, a cosy holiday cottage or a campsite, there are a range of places to stay on the Beaulieu Estate and further afield.
We hold The Yacht Harbour Association’s five Gold Anchor award for our facilities and customer service.
Visitors are welcome to enter the river at any time, day or night, but please remember visitor walk ashore berths must be booked in advance. River moorings are available on a first come first served basis; a dinghy will be required to get ashore.
Interested in staying with us longer? We offer a range of benefits for our permanent berth and mooring holders.
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