- Mail: info@universalyachting.com
- Call Us: +44 (0) 23 8045 8737
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Using the latest Dufour 37 & 41, each yacht features one “Owner Member” and three “Sailing Members,” allowing ample time on the water for everyone.
Unlike many “Boat Clubs,” we offer straightforward membership without complex tiers or hidden fees beyond the monthly payment.
The “Owner Member” finances the yacht and bears no extra costs beyond that.
For a monthly subscription, “Sailing Members” can enjoy shared access to the yacht without a significant upfront investment or the ongoing costs of ownership.
Universal Yachting handles all maintenance and upkeep of the yacht, including berthing and insurance fees.
Every member is guaranteed 30 – 35 days of sailing during the main season (March – October), plus plenty of opportunities for last-minute sailing in the off-season, subject to availability.
Based in Mercury Yacht Harbour on the River Hamble this is the ideal location with easy access into the Solent.
Being an RYA Training Centre we are able to offer instruction at all skill levels, as well as being well-equipped to provide excellent service and reliable support.
Dufour 37
Dufour 41
As UK Distributors of Dufour Yachts we are able to offer owners preferential pricing on the purchase price of the yacht.
Owners will also benefit from our association with Dufour Yachts and all the back up and support we can offer during ownership.
Use is restricted to a small number of members who naturally take on a sense of ownership of the boat even as sailing members. As such the general care offered the boat is much greater than traditional bareboat charter.
A 3 day induction course is included and once familiar with the yacht there are no check in or check out procedures.
Turn around periods are Monday & Friday mornings when the yacht will be fully cleaned and prepared for you to go sailing.
Yachts are fully coded for charter with all the required safety equipment onboard.
Bedding and galley essentials will be provided, so all you need to bring are your clothes and some food.
Throughout the year we organise a number of events so you can connect with other Yacht Share members and Dufour owners locally.
Whether as an owner looking to offset some of the overheads or an individual considering boat ownership this is great way to experience sailing without many of the associated costs or hassle.
Naturally everyone has different lifestyles, interest and needs. We want to keep our booking process simple whilst offering people as much time on the water as possible.
The main season is classed as Mid March to Mid October and split into 6 defined 5 week periods.
Each member will be guaranteed a minimum use of 1 Midweek Slot and 1 Weekend Slot in each of these 6, 5 week slots.
Members may combine their midweek and weekend slot to allow 6 full days on the water.
These slots are bookable in advance in rotation to allow a fair and open allocation for all members.
January is set aside for out of water maintenance.
The remaining weeks in Feb, March and October, November, December can be booked last minute.
Last minute slots can only be booked one at a time with additional slots only able to be booked once the previous slot has been used.
Midweek Slot
Boarding from Midday on the Monday
We ask that you are back in Mercury by the Thursday evening
Departing the boat before 0900 Friday
Weekend Slot
Boarding from 1400 Friday
Departing the boat by 1800 Sunday
Naturally you do not have to stay onboard for the whole period and can join later or leave earlier to suit your plans.
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