There’s an easy and innovative way to get the benefits of enjoying a boat without the hassle of ownership, reveals VICTORIA SCARLETT
Boating should be fun, straightforward, and lifeenhancing, which is just what Freedom Boat Club UK offers. Easy access to the water, without the commitment of ownership…that means no need to worry about maintenance, wintering, services, insurance, cleaning or moorings - the club does it all for you.
Being a Freedom Boat Club member is the choice of the modern activity lover, providing an effortless way to get out boating and maximise leisure time, whilst becoming part of a like-minded and welcoming community. Each club is supported by a friendly, professional team and all members are expertly guided and fully trained, to ensure they go boating safely and with confidence.
Getting out of town, heading to the coast and on the water quickly can be pretty easy. Freedom Boat Club UK has Solent-based clubs at Portsmouth and Hythe, with good travel connections for London and the surrounding areas.
In Portsmouth the club buzzes with enthusiastic members and plenty of hotspots to explore, even within the harbour environs, with Portchester Castle and plenty of naval history. For those looking for retail therapy, Gunwharf Quays shopping complex is a short trip away featuring the iconic Spinnaker Tower. Alternatively, within 30 minutes you can be out onto the Solent with the wind in your hair taking a short hop to the picturesque Isle of Wight.
Located near Southampton, Hythe Marina Village opened in May 2022 and the bright, spacious clubhouse has become a lively hub for members to meet before or after time on Southampton Water. Hythe is a perfect starting point for a trip, with Ocean Village just across the water and the popular boating destinations of Hamble, Calshot and Beaulieu all simply a short trip by boat.
Boating has seen rapid growth in popularity and as it reaches new heights, two new Freedom Boat Club locations have been launched. From Windermere’s world-class lakeside marina encircled by breathtaking scenery, to the English Riviera hub of Torquay, providing access to some spectacular cruising grounds, these destinations further increase possibilities to really maximise the benefits of membership.
Established in September 2022, Freedom Boat Club Windermere is a way for boating devotees to savour the ultimate Lake District experience at the large, self-contained and well-equipped marina, packed with abundant facilities. Exploring the miles of glassy water in comfort and style is a breeze thanks to an impressive fleet, and the clubs’ paddleboards and kayaks add more fun into the mix.
Not just an exceptional boating destination, beautiful Windermere boasts district status as a World Heritage Site, with magnificent walks through the fells and stunning scene
