The UK’s generally unpredictable climate means that it is not bursting with purpose-designed, package-style, beach-based, or flotilla holiday options but because there are 100s of top-rated sailing schools and training centres around the coast and inland, the opportunity to ‘build your own’ holiday is becoming more and more popular. Simply select your idyllic UK location and seek out the nearest sailing centre or charter base where you can sign up for a week of sailing or tuition. Then if you need accommodation for a shore-based course for example, book a cottage, hotel or B&B/ Airb&b close by and enjoy the local surroundings as well as the sailing.
For those new to sailing and/or for those who want to combine a family holiday with a bit of sailing on maybe at Cowes on the Isle of Wight is a good idea. Although it is not a sailing holiday centre it runs a full programme of Royal Yachting Association (RYA) sailing courses throughout the year including fun days and seasonal camps for children during the summer holidays. There are plenty of others too including, based on the picturesque Dorset coastline. This company has as a range of courses on offer including youth residential holidays for those aged between 10-17 years. For youngsters new to sailing or those who need a confidence booster, Rockley’s Poole Park Lake Centre, which opened earlier this year, is worth investigating.
