Welcome to Destination Berthon.
Here you’ll find everything you need to stay connected with what’s happening around the marina. Whether you’re a berth holder, regular visitor, or just stopping by, this is your go-to space for all the latest updates.
Check in regularly for details on upcoming marina-based events, including dates and important information to help you plan ahead. You’ll also find the latest from the B Bar – from live music nights to seasonal specials and everything in between.
We’ve also included quick links to our Brokerage and other key pages, so you can easily find more information about our services, boats for sale, and what’s going on across the Berthon group.
If you have any requests for content you’d like to see on this page, please contact us at ellie.brookesmith@berthon.co.uk.
What's on at Berthon
Berthon International Upcoming Events
World Cruising Club Bluewater Day – Saturday 17th May
For those with a passion for the open ocean who wish to explore distant horizons, the World Cruising Club Bluewater Day at Berthon HQ in Lymington is a must-attend event. Held annually at the Berthon on the banks of the Lymington River, this great day brings together like-minded adventurers, seasoned sailors, and industry experts, all united by a shared love of bluewater cruising.
The B Bar
W/C 12th May:
Monday – 8am – 2pm
Tuesday – 8am – 2pm
Wednesday – 8am – 2pm
Thursday – 8am -9.30pm (Food from 5pm – 9pm)
Friday – 8am – 9.30pm (Food from 4pm – 9pm)
Saturday – 8am – 9.30pm (Food from 12pm – 9pm) LIVE MUSIC from 6pm
Sunday – 8am – 6pm (Food from 12pm-6pm)
Live Music
All starting from 6pm
Friday 16th May – Sassy Wetton
Saturday 31st May – Sophie & Jimmy
Friday 13th June – Ellie Evans
Friday 27th June – Fleur Lindsay
Saturday 26th July – Sophie & Jimmy (duo)
VersaDock Summer Sale
Summer’s coming! Maximise your fun in the sun with the VersaDock Air – BUY NOW for only £750 (RRP £1200)
3m x 2m. Comes with: Electric pump, retractable ladder, inflatable fender, x2 suction cups & storage bag with carry handles.
Limited time only. Shipping not included.
Gemini RIBS
Precision-engineered for performance, Gemini RIBs are expertly fitted out and rigged at Berthon’s state-of-the-art boatyard by a skilled team of marine engineers, electricians, and shipwrights. Built using cutting-edge technology and craftsmanship, the deep-V Gemini hull delivers outstanding handling, speed, and comfort—even in the most demanding conditions.
What’s going on around the yard
Ripple
One of the standout projects currently underway in the Big Blue Shed is Ripple, a West Solent One Design built in 1925 and owned by Brian May—managing director of Berthon and great-grandson of the yacht’s original designer. Formerly known as Dinah, she was renamed Ripple after the Grateful Dead song, symbolising both personal renewal and the continuation of a family legacy. Now undergoing a full restoration by Berthon’s apprentices, Ripple is being carefully rebuilt using a blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern materials, including laminated iroko and Alaskan yellow cedar. The project provides apprentices with the rare opportunity for hands-on training aboard a classic wooden sailing yacht, delivering invaluable experience in heritage boatbuilding.
Titian
Sailing yacht Titian arrived at Berthon after spending several years ashore in the Hamble. In need of structural attention, our team began by addressing critical issues around the keel, carefully repairing cracks and working methodically through the vessel to ensure she is seaworthy. Once the essential repairs are complete, the Yacht Maintenance & Refit (YMR) team will collaborate with the owner to plan any desired upgrades and aesthetic improvements, tailoring the next phase of the project to suit their vision for the yacht.
P619
After an extensive journey from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale by lorry and across the Atlantic to Southampton as deck cargo, this WWII Air Sea Rescue Boat—built in 1943 for the USAF to recover downed pilots in the Pacific—came to Berthon for restoration and upkeep. Our team was proud to play a part in preserving such a significant piece of history. Since her arrival, all damaged planking has been replaced, corroded bolts removed from the longitudinals, and structural work completed on the aft section and transom. With most of the structural work now complete, P619 is preparing to leave Berthon and embark on the next chapter of her story.
