Introduction and prices

A sailing day offers you the chance to entertain your top clients, suppliers and colleagues at an event to remember. Whether it is intended as a team building exercise, incentive trip or pure entertaining, Lilley & Gillie is able to put together an event to suit your needs and budget.

Whilst the Scandia Cowes Week traditionally attracts large numbers of corporate guests, sailing days can be organised at a variety of locations throughout the summer.

For those looking for ‘something different’  we are able, to offer access to Volvo '60 and Beneteau First 40.7 Racing yachts as well as Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54DS yachts.

Whether you are looking for a real hands on or a more relaxed sailing day we can provide the yachts, crew and the unforgetable experience.

Package options

As an example package, your day would start in the morning in Lymington, New Forest for a full briefing from your professional skipper and crew for the day. After 'getting to know' the yachts, you will enjoy a leisurely morning sailing across to Cowes.

Guests are invited to get involved with sailing the yacht, from helming to winching or alternatively relaxing and enjoying the day with a glass of Pimms. Lunch can either be taken onboard in one of the many bays off the Isle of Wight or 'onshore' in a restaurant in Cowes.

Where numbers allow, the afternoon can involve a race between the fleet back to Lymington.

Lilley & Gillie Hospitality is very happy to discuss an alternative programme to meet your specific requirements. For more information please contact our sales team on +44 (0) 20 8567 3530.

Package contents

Your Hospitality Day includes:

• The exclusive charter of a yacht for the day's sailing with a professional skipper and crew
• Tea, coffee and bacon rolls on arrival
• Full safety briefing and yacht familiarisation
• Buffet lunch served on board or suitable restaurant subject to itinerary
• Afternoon tea served on board
• Soft drinks available throughout the day
• Complimentary loan of waterproof clothing
• A complimentary gift for each guest
• Attendance of Lilley & Gillie Hospitality Management

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Testimonials

"Everyone enjoyed the experience very much, and the ultimate aim, to build relationships within the team was achieved." Kathy Roberts, John Lewis Partnership, Liverpool