Things to do in the New Forest
As well as our popular Sail with Lunch and Dinner trips on the Solent, we offer an exciting programme of special events every summer!
Book a wine or gin tasting with a difference on board a luxury yacht sailing on the Solent off the Isle of Wight.
Wine and Spirits Tasting Sails
Discover new wines and spirits on an evening sail on the Solent.
The Solent Cellar
Lymington’s independent wine merchant, who provide our Wine List, present a number of curated tastings whilst relaxing on a 2 hour evening sailing trip – the perfect combination after a busy week!
Wine Tasting Sail
Join us on a sunny evening for a wonderful tasting sail, including at least 3 glasses of wine to enjoy!
Price: Only £45 per person
Date: TBA
Time: 1700-1900 or 1900-2100
Gin Tasting Sail
Enjoy a sunny evening on the Solent with Escape Yachting on our popular gin tasting trips.
Price: Only £45 per person
Date: TBA
Time: 1700-1900 or 1900-2100
Cowes Week
Since 1826 Cowes Week has played a key part in the British sporting summer calendar and is one of the UK’s longest running and most successful sporting events. Sail with Escape Yachting and experience the largest sailing regatta of its kind in the world.
Cowes Week Spectator Sail with Lunch or Dinner
Saturday 31 July – Saturday 7 August 2021
The New Forest and Hampshire County Show
27-29 July 2021
The New Forest and Hampshire County Show attracts 95,000 visitors each year and is rated amongst the top ten agricultural shows in the country. Showjumping and equestrianism are major features of the show as are the many competitions and other attractions, each offering visitors something different and interesting to enjoy.