Really needs to be done when low water is early afternoon, you can then time the trip to have fair tide in both directions. Otherwise it'll be a long day
As it will be approaching Low Water when you arrive at Lymington, do not be tempted to take a shortcut to the river entrance; it's shallow a long way out. Keep the yellow racing buoys between you and the mainland.
Watch out for the IoW car ferries! They tend to skid sideways round the river's corners so sometimes they take the corners wider than you might expect.
It is best to contact the club in advance (01590 674514) to check the pontoon will be available.
Personally, I prefer this trip in Westerlies, so the return is a relaxing run and wind with tide
If you do this trip in winter, it'll be dark by the time you get back to the Hamble.
Facilities:
Club bar is open 12-1500 at weekends. The food looks good.
If using the club pontoon, it is expected (and only fair) that you buy a drink or meal.
Remember to sign the visitors book, including the boat name, and as a curtsey introduce yourself at the bar.
