In Hampshire, in the south of England, the Lymington River is a river running from Brockenhurst to the Solent. What began as a trading route, is now today a refuge for sailors, complemented by the well-equipped Lymington Harbour and the historic market town. The beautiful river is most often used for small boats and canal boats, as well as the popular English sport of rowing.

Pricing and Info on renting a boat in Lymington River

Prices average around £400 a day for sailboats on the Lymington River, with motorboats averaging similar prices as sailboats. For a week on Lymington River, prices average around £2000 for a sailboat, with motorboats costing higher at around £3000 on average for the week. These prices vary however, due to the type of boat and the time of year you want to go.

Boat availability in Lymington River

Lymington River is often a popular destination for sailors in summer due to its proximity to the Solent and Southampton. As a result, rental prices will increase during periods of high demand especially in July and August. SamBoat recommends that you complete your boat charter booking 2-5 months earlier if you want to charter a boat in the summer. However, compared to other areas Lymington is quite underrated and so even though prices this time may be higher than they are during the winter months, they are still relatively low.

Do I need a license to rent a boat in Lymington River?

To rent a boat in Lymington River, you must follow the rules of the rest of England, and boat rentals in England are regulated, and if you are looking to hire a boat you will have to comply with the law. You do not need a licence to hire a boat on canals and rivers in the UK. When you hire a boat from these establishments, you will receive quick training on how to operate a boat. However, if you wish to hire a boat and sail along the coast, you will need to produce an ICC and show that you can recognise and read the signs and rules.

If you do not have a licence or sailing experience, you can rent any of our boats with a skipper from our catalogue. When you rent a skippered boat, you can relax and enjoy your trip. The skippers help you to get to know the places you visit by boat in depth.

Overview of Lymington River

If you are looking for the perfect holiday away in a quiet English village, Lymington is the place for you. With the Lymington River flowing to the Solent, the connection to Southampton makes Lymington a great place to start of visit on your boat trip in the UK.

One of the most popular things to do in Lymington is to visit Hurst Castle. This historic site is a great place to visit and learn more about, especially on a sunny English day. The town is also home to the St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery if you want to learn even more about the navel history of Lymington, including the salt trade and smuggling on the river.

If you are looking for some activities along the river, try the famous Solent Way Walk, which offers some incredible views of both the Isle of Wight and Hurst Castle, or try the Hurst Spit, which is another beautiful walk from the Milford on Sea Lighthouse to the Hurst Castle. Lymington is full of water activities to try, from swimming at the Lymington Sea Water Baths to fishing on the river. With the area being filled with beautiful forest trails, you can also explore these places by bike, either following coastal routes or forest routes.

For a proper English trip, you must visit one of the local pubs or fish and chip shops, and try some of the traditional English delicacies, from steak and ale pie to a Sunday roast. In the summer, visit the strawberry farms and pick strawberries, or visit the Lymington Charter Market on a Saturday, which sells bread, fruit, plants, meat, fish, art, fashion and more.

Sailing areas around Lymington River:

• Southampton
• Yarmouth
• Isle of Wight
• Beaulieu River
• Alum Bay