River News

Special guest, the most decorated Olympic sailor Sir Ben Ainslie swapped his race boat for a traditional scow to sail along the Beaulieu River to the 50th anniversary celebration of Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour after its £2m redevelopment.

The most decorated Olympic sailor, Sir Ben Ainslie is to sail along the Beaulieu River in a scow to become guest of honour at a celebration for the 50th anniversary and completion of the £2m redevelopment of Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour.

The Solent Cellar, Lymington's independent wine merchant, will be hosting a pop-up bar on Fridays and Saturdays throughout the summer at Buckler's Hard Yacht Harbour.

As they prepare to celebrate their golden anniversary, the team at Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour on the Beaulieu River are appealing for sailors and local people to share their memories of the marina’s establishment 50 years ago.

Historic wooden boats, skirmishes with 18th century soldiers, shipwrightry demonstrations, New Forest artwork and the return of the River Cruise will make an unmissable new season at Buckler’s Hard, as exciting events add to the attractions of the historic maritime village for 2020.

Former Prime Minister Theresa May made the most of her new-found leisure time with a sail along the picturesque Beaulieu River and a visit to Buckler’s Hard over the bank holiday weekend.

Hundreds of Beaulieu River berth and mooring holders were entertained by the Portsmouth Philharmonic Orchestra for a Last night of the Proms themed summer party at Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour.

Famous sailor and author Peter Bruce is joining us on 25th May 2019 to present to guests at our first pop-up restaurant event of the year.

The Beaulieu River has carried out an oil spill exercise in partnership with marine and conservation agencies to plan its response to a potential emergency.