RYA Motor Cruise 

The 2012 RYA Motor Cruise, supported by Seastart, TH Marine and Boatshed Hamble, aims to bring together Motor Cruisers of all abilities from the novice to the experienced, who like to cruise in company with professional support.

About the Cruise

The aim of the RYA Motor Cruise is to bring together Motor Cruisers of all abilities from the novice, who may be a first time Channel crosser to the more experienced, or those who just like to cruise in company. The event is an opportunity for Motor Boaters to cruise together with the benefit of a RYA Yachtmaster Instructor on hand to offer support and guidance to those who may never have crossed the Channel before. It is also for experienced hands to extend their cruising grounds and for those who just like to meet new friends.

For each cruise the RYA Cruising Team plans the route, arranges the berthing in each of the destinations and organises social activities in a number of the ports of call.  This takes away the hassle and allows the participants to simply enjoy the cruising!

A general briefing including an overview of the passage, weather and suggested departure and arrival times will be given to the skippers before each leg. Where possible individual consultation regarding any concerns the skippers may have will be arranged, including reviewing passage planning with them if required.

The cruise is open to motor cruisers with a LOA of 25ft and over and capable of a cruising speed of no less than 15kts. Vessels of less than 25ft will be assessed on an individual basis.

Provisional Itinerary

The 2012 cruise starts in Poole on Saturday 21st July, where registration will take place.  Departing on Sunday, 22nd July we will cross the Channel to Cherbourg, where we will stay for two nights leaving on Tuesday 24th July for Carteret. We leave Carteret on Wednesday 25th July for St Peter Port, Guernsey where we will remain for two nights before dispersing on Friday 27th July. All participants have the option of returning to the UK in company with the RYA Control Boat, which will be heading to the Solent. 

Register Your Interest

To register your interest in participating, please email the Motor Cruise team at cruising.events@rya.org.uk  including your name, address and membership number, if applicable.