Start of Season Cruising Lunch
To open the 2026 Sailing Season; please join us for lunch and a hearty discussion on the year ahead If you have any questions, or if you wish to join […]
To open the 2026 Sailing Season; please join us for lunch and a hearty discussion on the year ahead If you have any questions, or if you wish to join […]
‘My Gardening Year’, which gives an intriguing insight into the year-round work of a prize-winning grower, including, among many awards, Gold at the Chelsea Flower Show. Darren has been growing and showing dahlias for nearly forty years and Sweet Peas for almost thirty years. Darren moved from West Kent to the Isle of Wight about […]
There is No Second:- The definitive account of the first race around the Isle of Wight in 1851 for what became 'America's Cup.' With the America's Cup being the pinnacle of […]
An illustrated talk by Hamish Fletcher followed by a bird watching walk along the old railway line. Coffee & pastries (£5.00pp*) will be served from 10:00 at the Club with the talk starting at 10:15. The walk will set off from the Club at 11:00, returning in time for lunch at 12:15. Lunch isn’t included, […]
The RSYC Scottish Country Dancing Group meets weekly from 19:00 to 21:00 on Wednesday evenings during the winter (October to mid April), with a few additional parties and ceilidhs scattered […]
The Ballad of Wallis Island THE BALLAD OF WALLIS ISLAND follows Charles (Tim Key),an eccentric lottery winner who lives alone on a remote island and dreams of getting his favorite musicians, McGwyer Mortimer (Tom Basden & Carey Mulligan) back together. His fantasy turns into reality when the bandmates and former lovers accept his invitation to […]
Join us for a Valentine’s Supper and enjoy a delicious menu in welcoming surroundings, perfect for couples or friends. Whether you’re celebrating romance or simply sharing a special evening together, this is an occasion designed for delicious food, great company, and memorable moments. To book online for the Valentine's Day, please click here.
Sunday 15 February 2026 There will be a selection of tempting starters and irresistible desserts available to order on the day. A vegetarian option is available on request in advance - please note that this will be a set dish & not necessarily a vegetarian roast. The Club's daily menu is also on offer before […]
Please join us for our first Out to Lunch 2026 Please click here to view the menu and if you wish to join us, please email the Sailing Office by 10th February: sailing@royalsolent.org If you plan to go by boat, please let the Lymington Harbour Master know by 10th February so he can book you a […]
A talk & tasting by Terry & Nic from Wine Therapy, Cowes. “A sample of Wines from Austria & Germany” Dress Code - Smart Casual Cost £15.00 (Payable on the evening) Menu Sea Bass Fillet with New Potatoes & Green Beans with Lemon Butter & Caper Sauce £18.95 or Guinea Fowl Supreme with Wild Mushroom […]
To view the 2025/2026 Winter Programme,
please click here.
In addition to running comprehensive summer sailing and cruising programmes for members, the RSYC also hosts a number of regattas, rallies, championships and nationals for a variety of classes and clubs. The most renowned of these being the Taittinger RSYC Regatta in July, plus there's the RSYC Contessa Regatta in June and Folkboat Week in August. The Western Solent and Christchurch Bay provide some of the best sailing on the south coast and offer a magnificent setting for all types of racing.
The Club also organises a wide range of onshore activities, such as Golf, Clay Pigeon Shooting, Scrabble, Backgammon, Scottish Country Dancing, Film Nights and Talks during the spring, autumn and winter.