Question 1

Where is Salty located?

Accepted Answer

Salty Sailing HQ is located in Shepards Marina, Cowes.
We also offer courses starter in Southampton and charter days starting from various Solent locations.

Question 2

How do you get to the Isle of Wight?

Accepted Answer

The Isle of Wight couldn’t be easier to get to! There are over 200 car ferry crossings a day from Portsmouth, Southampton and Lymington, which is one of the most popular ways to travel to the Island – especially if you’re coming over for a longer break.
'If you’re travelling by foot, you can catch the car ferry or use the faster crossings - the Red Jet from Southampton or the hovercraft and catamaran from Portsmouth. There are plenty of train and coach services to all the major mainland ferry ports, too, making your journey to the Island a smooth one.

Question 3

Can I park in Southampton and come to the Island by foot?

Accepted Answer

Absoultly, the cheapest options is to park in West Quay shopping centre for £7 per 24 hours.

Question 4

How long is the journey to the isle of wight?

Accepted Answer

Red Jet from Southampton to West Cowes: 28 minutes (Recommended route by foot)
Ferry from Portsmouth to Fishbourne: 45 minutes
Ferry from Lymington to Yarmouth: 40 minutes
Ferry from Southampton to East Cowes: 1 hour
Catamaran from Portsmouth to Ryde Pierhead: 22 minutes
Hovercraft from Portsmouth to Ryde: 10 minutes

Question 5

How long does it take to travel to the Isle of Wight from London?

Accepted Answer

You can get a train from London Waterloo and a connecting ferry and be on the Island in just two hours!

Question 6

Do I need any boating experience before coming to Salty?

Accepted Answer

No, we welcome everyone to come and enjoy being on the water.  Our charters are all led by a friendly and professional skipper and we offer courses aimed at complete beginners.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Salty located?

How do you get to the Isle of Wight?

Can I park in Southampton and come to the Island by foot?

How long is the journey to the isle of wight?

How long does it take to travel to the Isle of Wight from London?

Do I need any boating experience before coming to Salty?

Salty Sailing Ltd, Unit D, Shepards Marina Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO31 7HT

+44 (0) 1983 282867

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Salty Sailing Ltd, Unit D, Shepards Marina
Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO31 7HT