Slipways suitable for RHIB launching

Baiter, Poole

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The slip can be a bit awkward at low tide, with a step if the trailer goes too far - but it's pretty well protected by Pool harbour. Unfortunately it's popular with Jet skis most of the...

Calshot, Hampshire

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The 8m wide slip at Calshot can be used at any state of the tide - it was designed for use by some of the largest flying boats ever built! As soon as you're off the slip, turn right...

Castletown, Portland

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Public Slip - so probably busy! This council run slip is pretty basic, there are no mooring, so you need enough people to steady the boat while others park and load etc. Parking is "on...

Cobbs Quay, Poole

Potential Slipway

This slip can be used at all states of the tide. Facilities: On-site petrol station. Toilet and shower available, including disabled facilities. Cobbs Bar & Restaurant. Postcode: ...

Commercial Road, Weymouth

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Situated in the centre of Weymouth, about 100 yards from the pay and display. Beware of the sudden drop at the end of the slip at low tide! All users need to be aware of the nearby bridge operating...

Hythe Marina, Hampshire

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The Hythe Marina slip is only really useful for boat testing as it's quite a distance from the sea. The area between the slipway and pier needs to be avoided at low tide as it becomes very...

Keyhaven, Hampshire

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The Keyhaven slip is a good concrete slip accessible at all but the lowest spring tides, unfortunately it can be very busy with local sailing clubs and children. The channel out to the...

Kimmeridge, Dorset

Kimmeridge Slipway

An absolutely brilliant diving region. You can snorkel straight form the slipway - which can be awkward when you are trying to launch a RIB. The channel from the slip to deeper water is lined on...

Lymington, Hampshire

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The Lymington slip is almost opposite the ferry terminal at the sea end of the town (which is convenient for a boat slip). There are lots of parking spaces but it gets very busy on nice days and...

Mayors Mead, Christchurch

Potential Slipway

Adjacent to The Captain's Club, Wick Lane, Christchurch. This slip allows access to the River Stour and the upper harbour. This area can get very busy, but it's only 5 minutes motor to...

Mudeford Quay, Christchurch

Potential Slipway

Adjacent to the dinghy park and RNLI station at Christchurch. This slip allows access to the lower harbour and The Run. The area can be very shallow at low tide, and can get very busy...

Portland Marina, Doreset

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Facilities: Pay and display parking in Marina Public toilets and washroom available. Close to Skin Deep for air fills etc. Postcode: DT5 1DX Costs: Pay & Display parking...

Redcliffe Farm, Wareham

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This slipway is open to day visitors as well a campsite users, and is suitable for motorboats on trailers. Ample parking is available adjacent to the slipway. Prebooking is required on...

Ridge Wharf Yacht Centre, nr Wareham

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Slipway for vessels up to 6.2m. Pre-booking is required on 01929 552650 or via office@ridgewharf.co.uk Facilities: Toilets & showers are available. Postcode: BH20 5BG Costs...

Swanage Boat Park, Dorset

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Located in the centre of Swanage, a large slipway that is shared with other commercial fishing vessels. Facilities: Pay and display parking (100yds). Public toilets available on pier (fee pier...

Weymouth & Portland Sailing Academy

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Pre-booking is required on 01305 866000 or via reception@wpnsa.org.uk to use the slipway. Facilities: Parking, public toilets and showers available. On-site Cafeteria for hot & cold food...

Wick Lane, Christchurch

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Located on the southern (Bournemouth) side of the River Stour between Tuckton Tea Gardens and Wick, with access to the River Stour and upper Harbour. The seasonal Wick Ferry provides access to the...