ECA Rally to Beaulieu
ECA Rally to Beaulieu, Bucklers Hard (Bookings open from 23rd July to 22nd August)
Friday 5th September; HW Emsworth is at 10:56 BST 4.2m
The tide is fairly early so those of you in EYH should look to escape as soon as possible (~09:30) to make your way down to Beaulieu. It is about 25nm from EYH to Bucklers Hard. You will get tidal assistance from Chichester Bar to the river entrance but will be facing the river at ebb as HW Beaulieu entrance is around 10:30. When approaching Bucklers Hard Marina call Beaulieu River Radio on Channel 68 for berthing instructions.
In the evening we are expected by the Boatyard Bistro pop-up 'restaurant' at the marina, serving homemade dishes between 18:00 and 21:00. If you wish to partake then when booking on the rally please indicate how many will be eating. We may need to chose from a limited menu nearer the time, in which case another ticket to make choices will become available.
There is also The Boatyard Bar, a pop-up bar that will be open (or you can bring your own drinks). We have not booked the marquee but if it has not been exclusively reserved we will have access on the day and there is seating around the bar area too.
Saturday 6th September
The morning is free to take a walk into Beaulieu and lunch in the Garden Centre/Steff's Kitchen/The Bakehouse etc. (1.8 miles each way), or walk to East Boldre and The Turfcutters Arms (3 miles each way), or have a lazy time around The Hard. The OOD is currently in discussion with the Beaulieu Bakehouse about options.
There may be some form of entertainment in the afternoon to be arranged by the OODs.At the moment it looks like we could be playing a version of Kubb on Bucklers Hard.
Saturday Evening: The BBQ's by the marquee are booked, please bring your own food own food. The on-site bar will also be open (or bring your own drinks). We have not booked the marquee but if it has not been exclusively reserved we will have access on the day.
Sunday 7th September; HW Emsworth is at 12:19 BST 4.6m
An early start back for those heading back to EYH in sailboats, leaving about 07:30 or before. Those wanting to stay an extra day let me know when booking.
Communication
The OOD for this Rally is: Carol and Gordon Mcniel
Contact no: See Members Directory, Boat Name: Moonbeam C
Email: See Members directory
Rally Contact: VHF Chan 16/08
When booking the ECA rally ticket please indicate whether you wish to be included in the rally 'WhatsApp' group for up to the minute communications.
Please don't hesitate to contact the OOD if you have any questions.
Participating Skippers are reminded that all ECA rallies and events are carried out under rule 22 of the Emsworth Cruising Association Rules as published in the ECA Yearbook.
Participation in an ECA Rally or event is taken as acknowledgement and understanding of this rule.
The ECA draws to the attention of skippers and crew attending, that full responsibility for sea worthiness of boats and experience of crew attending is held with the skipper of the boat sailing to the rally. All information given should be checked before setting out.
Last updated 7:45pm on 30 July 2025