Notice of Hamble Valley Regatta – 29^th and 30^st August 2026

1.              NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the annual Hamble Valley Regatta will take place on 29^th and 30^st  August 2026.  Higher levels of River traffic will be experienced throughout the weekend and all River Users are advised to take this into account when planning and executing navigation throughout the River. 

2.              The Regatta will be based in Hamble.  The majority of activity affecting the Main Channel will take place between Crableck Bend and Warsash.

3.              29^th August Activity. Dinghy racing will commence from around 1055 from a start line heading South in the Main Channel at Crableck.  Dinghy race starts will be staggered and take place between there and Warsash. Races are expected to be complete by 1400. Additionally, yacht racing will take place outside the River with greater traffic levels expected from around 0900.

4.              30^th August Activity. Other water-borne events will take place during Sunday (30^th) afternoon in the area largely inshore of moorings South of Hamble Quay. Gig, rowing and kayak racing will take place between 1200-1700 in the Main Channel.

5.              River Hamble Patrol Vessels will patrol the area around the dinghy racing start line to guide any vessel wishing to pass through the vicinity but River Users are strongly advised to time their departure or arrival as necessary to minimize traffic at this busy period.

6.              Further information can be obtained from the Harbour Office or by calling ‘Hamble Harbour Radio’ on VHF Channel 68.

7.              Cancel this Notice 01 Sep 2026.

Jason Scott

Marine Director and Harbour Master

River Hamble

Shore Road

Warsash SO31 9FR                                                                                          18 August 2026

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