Tall Ship Sailing Day
Ref: RSSTS
Duration: 7 hrs
- A day sailing aboard a magnificent tall ship
- Be a hands-on member of the crew, or just relax on board
- If you dare - climb the 30-meter mast to the crows nest!
- Refreshments, lunch and afternoon tea included
For a truly stunning day at sea, you can do no better than a day's sailing aboard a rigged tall ship. These magnificent and luxurious craft, J R Tolkien (two-mast topsail schooner) and Artemis (three-mast barque), have masts over 30 meters high and are perfect for a day of traditional sailing. You'll begin with refreshments and a safety briefing from your experienced crew, before sailing out onto the Solent. If you want to enjoy some hands-on activity, then there's always a job to do on board, from raising the sails to helming the ship, and the friendly crew will show you how it's done. If you'd rather, you can relax on deck and chat to the crew about the sailing life. If you're feeling very brave, you may even get to climb the mast to the crows nest and keep watch for pirates (or maybe just admire the view) - but you'll need a good head for heights. A buffet lunch and afternoon tea will be served on board during the day.
Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire
More Information:
Participant Guidelines: If you have a mobility restriction, please contact us before booking so we can check your suitability to participate. Unfortunately, the ships can't accommodate wheelchair users.
Weather: Unless conditions are severe, the weather won't stop the ships from sailing. In the event of a cancellation, you can choose from the alternate experiences provided by red.
Duration: Your experience lasts for seven hours, leaving the marina around 10am and returning at 5pm.
Spectators: Spectators are welcome to wave you off from the marina, but won't be able to board the ship with you.
Dress Code: Dress warmly and wear flat-soled shoes, e.g. deck shoes or trainers. Wear lots of layers, as even in summer it can get cold out at sea. It's a good idea to bring lip balm and sunblock, as well as waterproofs if you have them.
Availability: Selected weekend dates each month from June or July to August or September (availability varies between the two boats available).