Attractions & Activities
Things to see and do…
Once on board, the world is your oyster. The geography and natural beauty of the Dorset and Hampshire coastline can only be fully explored in a lifetime.
We also have the most wonderful hotels, restaurants, and leisure facilities imaginable. We share some links below:
To see
Poole Harbour
Poole’s harbour is claimed to be the largest natural harbour in Europe. The water is relatively shallow and the tidal range is one of the smallest around the UK, perfect for boating and water-based leisure sports. With 100 miles of shoreline, the harbour is a vast adventure playground. That said, the entrance is only 300m wide where the Sandbanks Ferry provides a vital link between Poole and the ‘Isle’ of Purbeck. The Harbour is home to 15 different marina’s and yacht clubs, and well over 5,000 leisure boat. Turning east leaving the harbour is 7 miles of Poole and Bournemouth’s golden sandy beaches. Turning east is the equally inviting 3 mile beach of Studland bay.
There are 9 islands of varying sizes. The largest Brownsea Island which is owned and managed by the National Trust. It is most famous as the place where The Scouts was founded by Lord Baden Powell. Stone Island, is only visible behind high tides.
To eat
Rick Stein Sandbanks
Rick Stein sandbanks and Avada Charter Yachts work together. Order Rick Stein food for your sail or arrange lunch or dinner before or after your sail as part of your perfect day. Rick Stein can also collect you from Jabez at Poole Quay in their S Class Mercedes and Transfer you to Sandbanks.
To do
Pierhead Watersports
With an offering of powerboats, wakeboarding ,waterskiing, Ringo rides, paddle boards and kayaks we can arrange for the watersports to come to you while you’re on the water. Alternatively a powerboat can hold additional guests and meet you for a lunch on the water! Contact us to make arrangements and get more information.
To Stay
The Pig on the Beach
See their “Things to do” on their website. This world famous Hotel located in the Village of Studland overlooking beautiful Studland bay or Poole Bay with distant views of the Isle of Wight. Step off the land and board Jabez and explore miles of Dorset coast. Please book ahead so we can assist with your arrangements.
FJB Hotels
Have 3 wonderfully located Hotels on Sandbanks and Canford Cliffs, all with wonderful views of Poole Harbour and Poole Bay.
Harbour Heights / Sandbanks Hotel / Haven Hotel
Holiday Homes – Rumsey of Sandbanks
Tel – 01202 707357
Holiday Homes – Harbour Escapes
Tel – 0333 700 1500
Corporate Events Planners – Eventscape
Tel – 01202 853202
Visitor Information
Booking
Day Charter packages are available all year from ½ days to extended 12 hours summer days. A highly experienced qualified Yacht Master will take charge of your experience from start to finish and your day will be tailored to your preferences.
Prices start at £995 for a ½ day. With up to 10 people in your private group. Well behaved children are very welcome.
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