Fairlead Sailing

Fairlead Sailing Sailing Days, Experiences & Corporate Sailing | Suffolk, East Coast, Solent & Cross Channel Trips

Enjoy sailing days and corporate sailing events from Suffolk and in the Solent. We operate sailing experiences on the beautiful East and South coasts of the UK on which you can get fully involved or relax and let others do the work! We also organise coastal and cross channel adventure trips. - See our full itinerary of sailing events here - http://www.fairleadsailing.co.uk/events/. We are happy to

research and develop a tailored proposal with options for your consideration to, please contact us with your requirements. Yachts deliveries and RYA training also undertaken as required. Fairlead Sailing uses large yachts to provide Outdoor Management Development

With a small team of RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Instructors, Yachtmasters’ and experienced crew with many thousands of sea miles behind them, we offer a high quality service. The majority of our business is obtained through personal recommendation and repeat business! With an emphasis on quality of service provision, we also aim to be competitive in pricing! We work closely with high quality providers both at home and abroad in some aspects of our service to you. This ensures continuing high quality provision, suited to your particular business or pleasure events, almost anywhere!

There is nothing quite like the peace of a golden sunset over the water... 🌅⛵While we love our day trips on the River Or...
26/05/2026

There is nothing quite like the peace of a golden sunset over the water... 🌅⛵

While we love our day trips on the River Orwell, did you know Fairlead Sailing also ventures further afield? For those seeking a more adventure, we offer extended mixed-group yacht charters!

How about a 3-day East Coast weekend sail, experience a night onboard and wake up to a different stunning view every morning.

Join us for an unforgettable journey. Where will the wind take you next?

👉 Explore our trips: https://www.fairleadsailing.co.uk/family-friends/
📞 Call us: 07957 996070

Looking for a unique and impactful way to host clients or build your team? Swap the boardroom for the deck of a yacht! 🤝...
20/05/2026

Looking for a unique and impactful way to host clients or build your team? Swap the boardroom for the deck of a yacht! 🤝⛵

At Fairlead Sailing, we have been designing exceptional corporate sailing events since 1996. Based at Woolverstone Marina, Ipswich (just over an hour from London), we offer tailored corporate hospitality and team-building days on the picturesque River Orwell and the Suffolk East Coast.

Why choose a corporate sailing day?

🔹 Client Entertainment: Foster genuine relationships in a relaxed, unforgettable environment.
🔹 Team Building: The dynamic of sailing a yacht provides an authentic, hands-on analogy for workplace collaboration.
🔹 Employee Reward: Motivate and reward your high-performing teams with an exhilarating day at sea.

Your guests can get fully involved in sailing our 40ft yacht, Serena, or simply relax with a drink and enjoy the passing scenery, including the historic port of Harwich and Felixstowe docks.

Let us design the perfect itinerary for your business.

👉 Learn more: https://www.fairleadsailing.co.uk/corporate-sailing-events-2/
✉️ Email: [email protected]

🌿⛵ Find your calm at sea for Mental Health Awareness Week Life can feel overwhelming, but sometimes the simplest remedy ...
14/05/2026

🌿⛵ Find your calm at sea for Mental Health Awareness Week

Life can feel overwhelming, but sometimes the simplest remedy is a breath of fresh sea air and the gentle rhythm of the waves.

Sailing offers a unique chance to switch off, slow down, and reconnect — with nature, with others, and with yourself. No noise, no rush… just the wind, the water, and a sense of freedom.

Take time for your wellbeing. 💙

🌊 Ready to unwind on the water?
🌐 https://www.fairleadsailing.co.uk
📧 [email protected]
📞 07957 996070

Let the sea clear your mind.

Ready to make unforgettable memories on the water? ⛵Join us aboard Serena, our beautiful 40ft Beneteau Oceanis yacht, fo...
05/05/2026

Ready to make unforgettable memories on the water? ⛵

Join us aboard Serena, our beautiful 40ft Beneteau Oceanis yacht, for a tailored sailing experience day on the stunning Suffolk East Coast!

Get hands-on and learn the ropes, or simply sit back, relax, and take in the picturesque views of the River Orwell. We even drop the anchor for a swim or some crab fishing for the kids! 🦀

📍 Based at Woolverstone Marina, Ipswich (just an hour from the open sea!)
☕ All safety equipment, snacks, and drinks included.

Book your perfect day on the water today!

👉 Visit: https://www.fairleadsailing.co.uk/family-friends/
📞 Call us to book: 07957 996070

⛵🌊 Fun Sailing Facts You Might Not Know! ⚓ The term “starboard” comes from the old steering oar placed on the right side...
29/04/2026

⛵🌊 Fun Sailing Facts You Might Not Know!

⚓ The term “starboard” comes from the old steering oar placed on the right side of Viking ships.
⚓ Sailing vessels can travel faster than the wind under the right conditions.

Sailing isn’t just a hobby — it’s a tradition full of history, skill, and adventure.

Ready to learn the ropes yourself? Discover more here: https://www.fairleadsailing.co.uk

🌍⛵ Celebrate Earth Day the Natural WaySailing is one of the most environmentally friendly ways to travel — powered by th...
22/04/2026

🌍⛵ Celebrate Earth Day the Natural Way

Sailing is one of the most environmentally friendly ways to travel — powered by the wind and guided by the rhythm of the sea.

This Earth Day, reconnect with nature, feel the wind in the sails, and experience the ocean as it was meant to be enjoyed.

Let’s protect what we love by appreciating it responsibly.

🌊 Sail sustainably with us. Harness the wind. Respect the sea.

🌊⛵ Book Your Sailing Day Adventure on the East Coast! Escape the ordinary and experience the freedom of the open water. ...
10/04/2026

🌊⛵ Book Your Sailing Day Adventure on the East Coast!

Escape the ordinary and experience the freedom of the open water. A day sailing on the Suffolk coastline with Fairlead Sailing is the perfect way to unwind, celebrate a special occasion, or simply try something new.

✔️ Hands-on experience
✔️ Stunning coastal views
✔️ Relaxed, friendly atmosphere
✔️ Perfect for individuals, couples or groups

Your next adventure is just one booking away.

Secure your place today: https://www.fairleadsailing.co.uk/family-friends/ or 📞 07957 996070

Let’s get you out on the water! ⚓🌤️

🌷⛵ Happy Easter from Fairlead Sailing! As spring sunshine returns and the waters sparkle, there’s no better time to set ...
02/04/2026

🌷⛵ Happy Easter from Fairlead Sailing!

As spring sunshine returns and the waters sparkle, there’s no better time to set sail and embrace new adventures with family and friends.

Whether you're an experienced sailor or stepping aboard for the first time, Easter is the perfect season for fresh starts and sea breezes.

Let this be the year you discover the joy of sailing.

🌊 Ready to plan your adventure?

🌐 Visit: https://www.fairleadsailing.co.uk/family-friends/
📧 [email protected]
📞 Call: 07957 996070

Hop aboard this spring! 🐰⚓

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🌍 This Earth Hour, switch off, step outside, and reconnect with nature Tonight switch off your lights (8:30-9:30pm) and ...
28/03/2026

🌍 This Earth Hour, switch off, step outside, and reconnect with nature

Tonight switch off your lights (8:30-9:30pm) and join together for a small acts to give 'an hour for Earth'. Light a candle or watch the stars.

Want a bigger gesture, why not swap a plane trip for sailing one. Sailing is one of the most environmentally friendly ways to explore our coast – powered by wind, guided by skill, and deeply connected to the natural world. There’s no better way to appreciate our planet than being out on the water, feeling the elements firsthand.

Give back to the Earth by spending time appreciating it.

👉 Book a sailing day or trip with Fairlead Sailing and celebrate Earth Hour the natural way. https://www.fairleadsailing.co.uk

🌅 Dreaming of Summer? We Are Too!It may be Blue Monday, apparently the most depressing day of the year, but we're lookin...
19/01/2026

🌅 Dreaming of Summer? We Are Too!

It may be Blue Monday, apparently the most depressing day of the year, but we're looking forward to the colourful year ahead.

The boats may be quiet now — but the spring sailing season on the horizon! ☀️

Are you already planning your getaway: think warm breezes, sea views, and days anchored in hidden bays.

👉 Want first pick of dates when bookings open? Drop us a message and we'll add you to our email list and you'll be amongst the first to know what's happening in 2026.

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Mill Road
Norwich
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Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 8pm
Sunday 8am - 8pm

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07957 996070

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