Weymouth and Portland Marinas have been integrated into the Premier Marinas South Coast network, extending our reach along the UK’s southern coastline.
The update sees both Weymouth and Portland Marinas join the network this March and marks the latest step in our strategy to integrate the recently acquired boatfolk sites and close the coastal cruising gap along the South Coast. The result is a broader cruising network for our berth holders to explore through the Premier Advantage scheme, which offers 42 free visitor nights and unlimited day visits.
Andrew Lewis, Sales & Marketing Director at Premier Marinas, says:
“Weymouth and Portland are the third and fourth marinas to join our pre-season integration programme which is creating a network of 16 South Coast destinations for our berth holders. We’ve been hugely encouraged by the positive response from the teams and berth holders at Haslar and East Cowes (who were the first two marinas to join the network), and I’m confident Weymouth and Portland will experience the same smooth transition and strong engagement.
“This move creates a new opportunity for our customers to base themselves in Dorset for the first time, and it also addresses the long-standing demand for additional stop-off options between our Solent and West Country marinas - both of which we are delighted to deliver for our berth holders."
“Strategically, these marinas play a key role in expanding our network of amazing destinations. The South Coast has one of the UK’s highest concentrations of boaters and reducing the distance our berth holders need to travel to access a key element of their Premier Advantage benefits strengthens our offering in a highly competitive market. For years, customers have moved between Premier Marinas and boatfolk locations to connect the coastline between the Solent in the East and Noss on Dart and Falmouth Marinas in the West. Now they can enjoy those same destinations as one network, without incurring additional visitor berthing fees.
“As with the marinas that have already transitioned, we will continue to deliver a schedule of local events and activities, ensuring customers and the wider community can enjoy their marina just as they always have.”
Rupert Vereker, berth holder at Premier Chichester Marina, shares:
"Having spent our first summer sailing holiday at Chichester last year, we explored as far as Weymouth and enjoyed the hospitality of the boatfolk team. This gave us the opportunity to enjoy the delights of the seaside town, and then the Jurassic coast on the way back. This is super exciting and timely integration for us as we plan our next holiday which will be to explore the Torbay and Dart coastlines.
"The ability to also have Portland in the Premier family will give us the perfect stop off to prepare for our first rounding of Portland Bill and all the trepidation it brings!"
Berth holders at Portland and Weymouth Marinas will benefit from the Premier Advantage rewards and benefits programme. The marina teams are on hand to ensure customers take full advantage of their new entitlements, from complimentary visitor stays across the Premier network to preferential fuel rates.
The MyPremier App and online portal also offer easy-to-use tools, helping berth holders, manage destination bookings and make the most of their time afloat with ease and confidence.
Richard Tremlett, berth holder at Premier Gosport Marina, adds:
“I’ve always appreciated the Premier Advantage visitor berthing scheme and the access it provides to beautiful locations like Noss on Dart. The newly acquired Weymouth Marina and Portland Marina bridge the gap perfectly.”
Situated on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast, Portland and Weymouth Marinas provide direct access to some of the South Coast’s most renowned cruising waters, from sheltered harbour sailing to open Channel passages.
Together they offer modern, fully serviced berths with power and water, secure gated access, ample parking and comprehensive boatyard support. With onsite marine services and a wide choice of nearby shops, restaurants and transport connections, both marinas combine practical convenience with an ideal base for coastal cruising and longer offshore adventures.
