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Welcome to Southampton Sailing Club
Southampton Sailing Club is a member-run sailing club based on Weston Shore, with direct access to Southampton Water and the Solent.
The club offers opportunities for dinghy sailing, cruiser sailing, racing, day sails, training and social events. We aim to provide an affordable, practical and welcoming environment for members who want to spend time on the water and become part of the club community.
What membership offers
Members can take part in a range of club activities, including:
- Recreational dinghy sailing
- Day sails around Southampton Water and the Solent
- Club racing
- Cruiser rallies
- Training opportunities
- Social events and Wednesday evening socials
- Access to club facilities, subject to membership type and club rules
The club is run by volunteers, so members are encouraged to get involved and help support the activities, maintenance and day-to-day running of the club.
How to enquire
If you have a question about joining, please use the Contact page or visit the club on a Wednesday evening social.
Wednesday evening socials are usually the best time to visit, meet members and speak to someone from the committee. Social evenings normally run from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Please ring the door buzzer when you arrive; we are usually upstairs.
How to join
To apply for membership:
- Create an account and request a membership type using the online joining form.
- Attend a Wednesday evening social to meet the committee and ask any questions.
- Your application will be considered at the next committee meeting, usually held on the first Thursday of each month.
- If your membership is approved, we will contact you and send an invoice for the relevant fees.
- Once your membership is active, you can visit the club to collect your clubhouse entry fob.
- You can then be added to the club email distribution list and WhatsApp groups.
- Review the Calendar of Events to see which activities you would like to take part in.
Membership fees
The 2026-27 membership fees are:
| Single Sailing | £145 - plus one-off joining fee of £70 |
| Family Sailing | £187 - plus one-off joining fee of £70 |
| Single Social | £40 - plus one-off joining fee of £25 |
| Family Social | £52 - plus one-off joining fee of £33 |
| Student, 18-24 years | £60 - plus one-off joining fee of £60 |
| Cadet, 14-17 years | £33 |
Compound storage
Summer or winter compound storage fees:
| CRUISERS | £114.00 + £17.50 per foot over 20 feet |
| Multihull cruisers | Catamarans - 1.5 times cruiser cost; trimarans - 2 times cruiser cost |
| Tender | £50.00 per year, if boat is not on a mooring |
| Cradle/trailer | £75.00, if boat is not at the club |
| Lift out/in | £115.00 |
| Gantry lift | £30.00 per 4 hours or part thereof |
| DINGHIES | £148 per year, or part thereof |
| Multihull dinghies | Catamarans - £222.00; trimarans - £295.00 |
Moorings
Mooring fees:
| Once-only premium | £225.00 |
| Standard mooring | £700.00 |
More about the club
Southampton Sailing Club has a long history, with roots dating back to around 1910. The club has been based at Weston Shore since 1957.
Our location gives members access to Southampton Water, the Solent and nearby ports, clubs and anchorages. The club supports both dinghy and cruiser sailing, with a relaxed and practical approach to getting members on the water.
Facilities and opportunities
The club provides:
- RYA training opportunities, subject to availability
- Access to club dinghies for suitable members and activities
- Opportunities to join recreational sails, day sails and racing
- Cruiser sailing and rally opportunities
- A clubhouse used for socials, meetings and events
- A member-run community where people can learn, contribute and take part
Why join?
Members join Southampton Sailing Club for different reasons. Some want to learn to sail, some want to race, some want to cruise, and others want to meet people and be part of a local club.
Membership can help you:
- Spend more time on the water
- Build confidence and sailing experience
- Meet other sailors
- Take part in club activities
- Support and contribute to a volunteer-run sailing club
Questions
If you are unsure which membership type is right for you, or if you have questions before applying, please contact the club or visit us at a Wednesday evening social.
Last updated 12:22 on 12 August 2026