COWES WEEK - ROUND THE ISLAND - SOLENT REGATTAS AND MORE
THE BEST SEATS IN THE HOUSE
GET UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL WITH THE ICONIC EVENTS ON THE SOLENT
Enjoy a front row seat on the flybridge at the top of the boats superstructure with its full open air space and seating which offers a fantastic viewing platform to the thrills and spills The Solent has to offer
SPECTATORS EVENTS FROM A NEW PERSPECTIVE
The Solent is one of the world’s most iconic maritime playgrounds, renowned for its spectacular calendar of international sailing and spectator events. With a luxury yacht charter from Charters Plus, you can experience the action from an unrivalled front-row position on the water.
ROUND THE ISLAND RACE CHARTER - SATURDAY 11th JULY 2026
Witness one of the world’s largest yacht races from the water on our exclusive Round the Island Race yacht charter.Over 1,000 yachts thunder out of the Solent before sweeping past the Isle of Wight’s most dramatic landmarks, including Yarmouth, Newtown Creek, The Needles and St Catherine’s Point. The turning manoeuvre at The Needles Lighthouse is a spectacle in itself, as racing yachts thread between tidal streams, submerged rocks and open sea. Watch colourful spinnakers fill against the skyline as the fleet charges down the Island’s south coast — a breathtaking moment that defines this legendary race. This is a must-see event for sailing enthusiasts and anyone who appreciates world-class maritime theatre.
COWES WEEK CHARTER - SATURDAY 1st AUGUST To SATURDAY 8th AUGUST 2026
Experience the elegance and energy of Cowes Week from the finest vantage point on the Solent. First held in 1826, Cowes Week is one of the world’s longest-running and most prestigious sailing regattas, attracting hundreds of yachts and thousands of competitors from across the globe. From aboard Ramosseas, enjoy uninterrupted panoramic views of daily racing as fleets of classic and modern yachts compete just offshore. Olympic sailors, professional crews and passionate amateur teams share the same racecourse, creating a spectacle that blends elite sport with timeless maritime tradition. The atmosphere extends beyond the water. Cowes becomes a vibrant social hub throughout the week, with waterfront dining, live music and exclusive hospitality events adding to the occasion. Chartering during Cowes Week allows you to experience both the excitement of the racing and the refined social scene that has defined this regatta for nearly two centuries.
A Cowes Week charter is not simply a day out — it is an invitation into one of sailing’s most iconic celebrations.
COWES POWERBOAT FESTIVAL YACHT CHARTER - FRIDAY 28th AUGUST 2026
Experience the raw speed and spectacle of the legendary Cowes–Torquay–Cowes Powerboat Race aboard a luxury spectator yacht charter. This historic 200-mile endurance race is one of the most iconic events in offshore powerboat racing, drawing elite teams and historic race machines from around the world.
From the elevated flybridge of Ramosseas, enjoy a premium viewing platform as the fleet parades through Cowes before launching into open water. The thunder of high-performance engines, the precision of modern offshore craft and the heritage of classic race boats combine to create a thrilling late-summer spectacle on the Solent.
This event has long been a favourite with spectators across the South Coast and West Country, and there is no better way to witness the action than from the water in comfort and style.
BOURNEMOUTH AIRSHOW CHARTER - LATE AUGUST / EARLY SEPTEMBER DATES TBC
Experience the Bournemouth Air Festival from the most exclusive vantage point — on the water aboard a private luxury yacht charter.
Avoid the crowds and enjoy uninterrupted aerial views from the flybridge of Ramosseas, perfectly positioned along the Dorset coastline. From high-performance jets to precision aerobatic displays and parachute teams, the festival unfolds directly overhead, creating a front-row experience unlike anything ashore.
With open-air seating, panoramic sea views and full hospitality on board, this is airshow viewing elevated to a refined maritime experience. Relax in comfort, capture unforgettable moments and enjoy the spectacle from a setting designed for style and privacy.