Dufour 530 - Nominated Best Cruising Yacht 2020

Dufour 530 Best Cruising Yacht : After a successful launch at the beginning of 2020 the Dufour 530 has exceeded all expectations and won rave reviews around the world.

Now nominated for Best Cruising Yacht 2020

Discover The Dufour 530

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The 530 is a yacht that genuinely pumps up the volume, offering masses of interior space married to a powerful hull. Smart extras such as the innovative Bimini design help set this yacht apart from the chasing pack.

The 530 is a merger of Dufour’s Grand Large and Performance ranges. A key difference is this yacht is available in three versions with distinctly different deck layouts.

Comfort, speed and a whole host of options, Dufour’s 530 has it all, discovers Sam Jefferson, editor of Sailing Today with Yachts & Yachting.

Read what he thought of the 530 during their recent test.

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Ways To Get Afloat - Sailing Courses & Rates for Individual Places

 

…Individual Places…

Bringing individuals together from different households is more of a challenge than family groups. Sailing Courses for a maximum of 3 people per course day running out of our base on the Hamble River.

What Sailing Courses Can We Offer

The RYA have relaxed the rules for certain courses so we are able to run the following courses Start Yachting, Competent Crew and Day Skipper Courses without having to stay onboard over night.

Other Courses

Following the same principles we are able to offer the following

• 1 Day Sailing Experience
• 1 Day Boat Handling
• 2 Day Rusty Skipper Course
• 3 Day Flotilla Training
  
  

Individual Courses & Rates

1 Day Boat Handling / Try Yachting (Weekend)	£245 pp
1 Day Boat Handling / Try Yachting (Midweek)	£195 pp

 

2 Day Start Yachting (Weekend)	£425 pp
2 Day Start Yachting (Midweek)	£375 pp

2 Day Rusty Skipper (Weekend)	£425 pp
2 Day Rusty Skipper (Midweek)	£375 pp

 

 

3 Day Flotilla Training/ICC (Weekend)	£545 pp
3 Day Flotilla Training/ICC (Midweek)	£495 pp

 

 

5 Day RYA Courses *(Over a Weekend)	£545 pp
5 Day RYA Courses *(Midweek)	£495 pp

 

5 Day RYA Courses *(2 + 3 Day)	£975 pp

 

 

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Sailing Holidays UK

…a holiday afloat…

Planning a holiday in the UK this year and fancy the idea of something a little different, sailing can provide a flexible and relaxing holiday for every member of the family around the Solent.

Whether a short break or a week or two week long holiday we can put together a package and itinerary to suit your requirements and we have a range of yachts to suit most budgets.

Taking the yacht on a bareboat basis you will enjoy the freedom to move around to different locations and enjoy some fine destinations along the South Coast of England.

Aspirations to venture further afield then why not take a longer charter and explore the beautiful scenery of the West Country, Channel Islands and Brittany.

If you are a little rusty and want to brush up on your sailing skills then we can provide a skipper who will not only teach you everything you need to know but also guide you around some of the best places to visit.

Once you are up to speed then continue with the remainder of your holiday alone, or they can stay onboard for the duration, it is up to you.

We also often run family RYA Training Courses for those looking to achieve a formal qualification. It is also a great way to prepare for an overseas holiday as a family unit and armed with a Day Skipper qualification you can apply for your ICC certificate which is essential if planning a Mediterranean holiday.

So whatever your plans we can provide you with all the right ingredients for a memorable sailing holiday CONTACT US and we will be more than happy to help you.

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Spent an afternoon on the new Dufour GL 460

A Dufour GL460 

The Dufour 460 is the latest and newest model in the Grand Large range. Inspired by the successes of the 500GL & 560GL the Dufour 460 offers the highest level of performance and interior comfort.

The 460 takes advantage of a completely new hull and deck. The extra width in the beam and the transom optimises the space available in cockpit and below in the salon and aft cabins. The modern chines guarantee a high level of performance.

The deck has been redesigned to create more space in the cockpit, clearer foredeck and side decks.

Like with all the yachts in the Dufour range the D460 sailing characteristics are defined by simple easy handling with high aspect sails and self tacking jibs to create a un rivalled performance.

External Features and Benefits

Easy mounting for the Code Zero and Asymmetric Sails.                  Easier handling of the anchor with better protection for the                bow

Self Tacking Jib:

-Easy handling of sails. Optional Genoa Tracks for a traditional genoa.

Modern Style Hull :

-Wide beam for performance and interior volume. Hull chines for extra performance

Improved Outdoor living :

-Barbecue and sink, cockpit table with fridge. Wide aft platform. Large extendable cockpit seats to create a sun bed.

Internal Features and Benefits

Large amounts of natural light:

-Large side hull windows, large deck windows into saloon and aft cabins.

Re designed interior :

-Forward galley layout, spacious seating and dining area with spacious saloon table.

Choice of 3 layouts :

-Versatile interior layouts to suit your preference. 3 Cabins / 2 Heads / Front Galley. 3 Cabin / 3 Heads / Long Galley. 4 Cabins / 4 Heads / Long Galley.

Sliding Chart Table :

-Creates flexible interior space when in harbour and a practical chart table that angles when at sea .

Well Equipped Galley :

-Excellent stowage with plenty of cupboard space and a high capacity Fridge / Freezer

Large deck panels in cockpit :

-Plenty of light in to the aft cabins

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