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• New yacht broker partnership announced for the Beaulieu River

  Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour is proud to announce the appointment of Parker Adams as the new on-site yacht broker partner serving Beaulieu River customers.

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  Market-leading Parker Adams is expanding its yacht brokerage service, with Andrew Baird opening the new boatyard office, supported by the team at its Hamble Point base.

  While the £2m redevelopment of the marina’s boatshed is being completed, Parker Adams will work from a temporary office in the boatyard before moving to the Brokers Cabin this spring.

  Beaulieu River Harbour Master Wendy Stowe said: “We are pleased to have this prestigious yacht brokerage partner on board, offering another quality service for our berth and mooring holders.”

  Parker Adams Director Andrew Adams said: “This continues the growth of Parker Adams and is a fantastic opportunity to partner with the Beaulieu River at one of my favourite marinas.”

  He added: “Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour is considered to offer one of the best marina locations and facilities in the UK and shares our passion for customer service, which is a natural fit for our business.”

  Parker Adams prides itself on delivering a personal service with walk-through tours, professional photography and drone footage for all boats which are listed on the river. From small ribs to large motor cruisers and yachts, it provides a yacht brokerage service which is accredited by the Association of Brokers and Yacht Agents (ABYA) and British Marine.

  All of its team are experienced sailors, with marketing and marine engineering expertise in their mix. If you are thinking of selling your boat, speak with Parker Adams about how they can help. For more details click here, email andrew.baird@parker-adams.co.uk or call 02380 981888.

  About the Beaulieu River

  Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour was recently ranked as one of the UK’s best marinas by being placed in the top 5% of 5 Gold Anchors winners by The Yacht Harbour Association.

  At the gateway to the New Forest National Park, it provides habitats for more than 200 species of birdlife. The custodianship of the Montagu family for over four centuries has kept it special, yet it is only a short sail from the yachting hub of Cowes.

  Its boatshed redevelopment is offering opportunities for marine-based businesses to relocate to one of the most desirable marinas on the south coast. Notes of interest are now being taken for the new waterfront offices and workshop units which will be available to rent from late spring 2025. For more details click here, email wendy.stowe@beaulieu.co.uk or call 01590 616200.

• Vote now: Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour is shortlisted for TYHA’s Marina Awards

  Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour is in the running for the prestigious award which will be announced at Southampton Boat Show next month.

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  The award-winning yacht harbour on the banks of the Beaulieu River is a nominee in the 2024 Haven Knox-Johnston Marina of the Year Awards by The Yacht Harbour Association.

  Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour previously won the title of Marina of the Year in the 2022 British Yachting awards, after receiving the most votes for its warm welcome, facilities and services for sailors. To support the yacht harbour and cast your vote in the new awards, visit https://www.tyha.co.uk/marina-awards before the August 30 deadline.

  

  Harbour Master Wendy Stowe and her team will be at the show, Britain’s biggest festival of boating and watersports, to meet new and loyal customers. Call in for a chat and find them on the Beaulieu River stand from September 13th – 22nd.

  Harbour Master Wendy Stowe said:
  “Being nominated is an accolade in itself and shows how much our berth and mooring holders are enjoying our first-class facilities and services, as well as our commitment to providing the best possible customer care.”

  Marking its recent half-century, Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour completed a £2m redevelopment to reconfigure and extend the marina as well as uphold its reputation as one of the most desired locations. The investment included installing environmentally-friendly boat pump-out and washdown facilities, to enable cleaning to be carried out in an environmentally sensitive way. Beaulieu Enterprises Ltd worked with agencies including Natural England and the Environment Agency to ensure the protection of the river’s unique habitats and species.

  

  Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour was awarded The Yacht Harbour Association’s International Clean Marina accreditation in 2023, for its efforts to help protect the UK’s oceans and waterways. The criteria included blackwater capture and treatment, correct management of hazardous waste, spill prevention and treatment, washdown capture and filtration, drain interception, the use of sustainable products and preventing plastic pollution. The yacht harbour is also part of The Green Blue, a joint environmental programme by British Marine and the Royal Yachting Association which promotes sustainable boating for healthier waters.

  

  The private custodianship of the Montagu family has protected the Beaulieu River for over four centuries, as one of the few privately owned tidal rivers in Britain. A key appeal is its natural beauty, tranquillity and setting at the gateway to the scenic New Forest, as a jewel of the south coast. The Beaulieu River and surrounding area form part of a Special Area of Conservation (SAC) as well as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), providing habitats for more than 200 species of birdlife.

  

  Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour offers full marina services, an open policy boatyard and chandlery and a range of benefits. A restaurant, bar and tea shop are on the doorstep at the 18^th century shipbuilding village of Buckler’s Hard, with its Maritime Museum. A packed events calendar also offers regular opportunities to bring together new and old friends in the Beaulieu River community. For moorings and berths see www.beaulieuriver.co.uk, email harbour.office@beaulieu.co.uk or call 01590 616200. To follow the latest news, visit Facebook and Instagram /beaulieuriver.