Explore the Dorset Jurassic Coast
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Sailing along the Jurassic coastline means sailing to a back drop of rolling hills, prominent headlands and wonderful geological formations. The Jurassic Coast is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is a living museum of Earth's history, showcasing 185 million years of fossil rich layers, cliffs and coastal landscapes.. It's a place where natural beauty and rich history come together.
- Relax and enjoy sailing sailing along the stunning coastline
- Build miles and experience as we hop from port to port
- Gain confidence on the water
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A Fabulous Sailing Holiday
We had a fabulous trip with First Class sailing in July, our skipper was knowledgeable, an excellent teacher and he planned an itinerary that was varied and interesting. The boat was spacious, very well equipped and had been stocked with plenty of good quality food, we ate very well! The supplied sailing clothing was clean and of very good quality. Booking and communication with first class sailing was quick, efficient and professional.
Jenny B
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Starting and finishing in Southampton we will sail west to places like Poole, Lulworth Cove, Weymouth, Portland and possibly across Lyme Bay to Brixham.
We will aim to spend each night at a different harbour town or pretty anchorage.
This is a hands on sailing trip and suits all levels of sailing ability. Our qualified RYA instructor will be on board to offer any teaching or coaching that ma be wanted. For those keen to advance their RYA qualifications there will be opportunities to have a go at skippering legs. That said if you would rather just enjoy the scenery and catch up on some reading that is fine.
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Low crew to instructor ratios: Our low crew to instructor ratios mean that each crew member receives ample guidance and support during their sailing experience.
All meals included on-board: Enjoy hassle-free trips with all meals provided on-board. From hearty breakfasts to satisfying dinners. Crew can focus on the experience without worrying about extra expenses.
Wet weather gear included: Be prepared for any conditions with the use of our wet weather gear. Whether it’s rain or wind, stay comfortable and protected during your outdoor activities with quality gear provided at no additional cost.
Friendly experienced instructors: Learn from the best with our team of friendly and experienced instructors. With a wealth of knowledge and a passion for teaching, our instructors are dedicated to creating a supportive and enjoyable learning environment for crew of all skill levels.
Key Trip Details
Here’s a breakdown of the most important information about the Dorset Jurassic Coast Trip:
Required Experience
- Suits all levels
Duration
- Mostly 5 day trips. Some 7
Experience Gained
- Coastal cruising along a UNESCO World Heritage site
- About 120-200nm
- Some open water sailing out of the Solent
Why This Holiday?
- Opportunity to mix day sailing with some exploring shore
- Relax and watch a beautiful coastline go by or get fully immersed in the sailing and navigation. Or maybe a spot of both.
Get Started In 3 Easy Steps
We make going on the Dorset Jurassic Coast Trip easy
Select A Date
Choose the dates we have available that suit you best.
Join the boat in Southampton
Escape from the hustle and bustle and take in the beautiful scenery.
Return to Southampton
Refreshed and relaxed,
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Explore the Jurassic Coastline
This is more of a cruise and not a course, but you will gain fantastic experience and cover a lot of miles so should be be a good mile building week. This area provides challenging navigation, with its famously powerful tides.
For those with more experience you can practice existing skills and continue to develop new ones. There are also opportunities to skipper parts of the trip as well.
Many crew - male and female - join us as solo travellers, though we do regularly welcome couples, families and small groups of friends.
Expect to sail between 120nm and 200nm.
The itinerary will be weather dependent. If conditions prevent a trip to the west then it might be more favourable to head across the Channel to explore France and the Channel Islands. So you should bring your passport just in case.
In the unlikely situation where the conditions don’t allow us to cover lots of miles we would look to ensure you get plenty of sailing in the testing conditions that prevent the passage but in safer more sheltered local waters.
The price includes oilskins, fuel/gas and all food on board. The only 'hidden cost' are mooring fees, These depend on where you end up each night but should be about £50pp for the week.
What Sailors Say About Us
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A learning holiday
All in all, one of the best learning holidays I have ever been on, and I can't wait to return to improve my skills and progress at sailing!
Oenone S
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Great experience with a confidence inspiring team.
Great experience. Trying to build miles and the First Class team were very knowledgeable, helping me understand what I was doing wrong, whilst inspiring confidence.
Robson J
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Great customer service
I just had a really good time and felt I learnt a great deal in a very limited time! The boat and equipment was clean and in good order, it was a small friendly group, excellent customer service allowing me to organise this on very short notice (literally the day before) and a really patient and knowledgeable instructor.
Jack S
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- Develop skills and confidence
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An excellent learning holiday
Excellent and well organised. A really fun week, where we learnt heaps but also had a fun holiday. Would highly recommend.
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