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The Solent, UK
-playgrounds of the south coast sailor
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There are so many ports
of call in a small stretch of water, you are really spoilt for
choice.
One of the most famous ports is Cowes, home to the massive
Round the Island Race, one of the world's largest yacht races,
and of course the world famous Cowes Week. There is plenty
to see and do in Cowes, but you may wish to motor further
up the Medina River pass the Folly Inn into Newport.
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In the Solent, almost
opposite Cowes, the Beaulieu River and the 18th century shipbuilding
village of Buckler's Hard occupy a superb location surrounded
by oak woodland within the Beaulieu Estate. Buckler's Hard has
been in the private ownership of the Montagu family since it
was founded in 1724. It was here that wooden ships for the English
Fleet were built and the village today retains much of the atmosphere
of its shipbuilding origins. Beaulieu River is a wonderful place,
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Portsmouth Harbour
is home to many places of interest. HMS Victory, HMS Warrior
and the Mary Rose are just 10 minutes away using the Gosport
ferry from nearby marinas. The Submarine Museum is only a short
walk, as is a shopping precinct, which caters for most needs.
Further down the Solent waters you will come across Poole Harbour
which is one of the world's largest natural harbours and its
extensive sheltered waters provide a magnificent haven for all
things water.
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