The lockdowns we have all had to endure over the past year have brought a host of challenges, but as things seem to be moving in the right direction, we can thankfully turn our thoughts to getting some time away this summer. Thank goodness for that!

Some of us can think of nothing more idyllic than escaping the day-to-day to do some sailing or just to be around the water. If this is you, then you will want to take a look at Click&Boat for the ultimate UK Summer Staycation!

Our partner Click&Boat is a peer-to-peer boat sailing community that enables boats to be shared and rented in stunning settings worldwide. As a leading professional and private yacht charter company, they offer the opportunity to hire your very own boat and get a superb getaway – exactly what we need after what has felt like the longest of Winters.

Sail away with Click&Boat.

We teamed up with Click&Boat in August last year and we were delighted to become Click&Boat’s official marine apparel partner. So with the chance for us to start taking advantage of their offering in UK waters, we wanted to take you through some of the great destinations that you can enjoy this Summer.

UK Sailing Destinations this Summer

The capital city of London is a key departure location for Click&Boat. Making your way out of the city gives the opportunity to explore the River Thames and the quaint world that lines one of the UK’s most iconic rivers – a perfect trip for anybody wanting to get away from the hustle and bustle for the day or longer.

The easy-to-use Click&Boat app.

With luxury yachts available for hire, groups can book with or without a professional skipper, so whether you want to take charge or relax and let your hair down, there’s something for everyone.

Just up the Thames from central London is Chertsey. This is the perfect departure point for a jaunt along the Thames through the verdant Surrey countryside. This idyllic landscape is picture perfect and ideal for exploring with a narrowboat or houseboat for the weekend.

If a coastal journey is more to your liking, another great location from which to start a boat excursion this summer is Southampton. A focal point of the maritime industry in the South of England for centuries, Southampton is a superb location to commence a luxury yacht charter, boat hire or sailboat holiday this summer.

Starting at Weymouth with famous coastal sites along the Jurassic Coastline such as Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove, a guided speedboat tour is a fantastic daytrip along the coast, a great day out for those with children!

Sailing trips in the South.

A Southern UK sailing destination worth considering this summer is Hamble-Le-Rice. Just along the coast from Southampton, this departure point allows you to explore the UK’s south coast and Solent region with ease.

Additional departure points across the UK include Staffordshire, from which there is a variety of narrowboats available for hire, giving you the choice to embark on several popular routes.

Looking for somewhere a bit closer to home? Head over to their site to see what they have on offer. You can also browse listings for boats around the world so when restrictions to foreign travel are lifted, you have the chance to find the perfect sailing holiday abroad.

Click&Boat and Gill

UK holidays aren’t always sunny exotic destinations so remember you will still need the right gear before embarking on your trip! Check out our sailing and outdoor lifestyle collections so you’re covered for every weather change. We recommend always having a warm, waterproof jacket, plenty of layers and of course a hat to keep you protected for whatever the weather!

If you have any questions for us, simply get in touch with the Gill team. We will be happy to help.

Here’s to a positive getaway this summer and plenty of great memories being created!