Lymington Yacht Haven wins UK Coastal Marina of the Year Award 2016
Lymington Yacht Haven Marina scooped the prestigious award from The Yacht Harbour Association's (THYA)
The Award was received by Rupert Wagstaff, Lymington Yacht Haven’s Marina Director, at The London Boat Show.
The prestigious award is open to Gold Anchor accredited marinas that means only the ‘best of the best’ are nominated. currently holds 5 Gold Anchors, the highest accolade for service and operational standards available in the industry.
The award was was voted by boat owners and berth holders were asked to choose their favourite marina in the various categories i.e. UK Coastal Marina, UK Inland Marina, International Marina and Superyacht Marina.
Lymington Yacht Haven received more than 500 positive comments by the voters, quite an achievement!
Rupert Wagstaff said upon receiving the award: “We are absolutely thrilled to scoop this award – it’s a great way to start 2016. I must praise and thank all the staff at Lymington Yacht Haven for their hard work, professionalism and for setting the very highest of standards.”
“This award is extra special as it is conducted by a public vote. We have been overwhelmed by the support shown with over 500 positive comments received from our nominees which confirms that we are getting something right and that we are achieving consistently high standards with our facilities and outstanding customer service. We’re extremely grateful to our berth holders and visiting boat owners who voted for us.”
“All my staff are beaming with pride and I am too! Thank you to TYHA and sponsors GJW Insurance for the recognition!”
Sarah Hanna, the Chairman of TYHA commented, “The standard of the entries was high but it was obvious from the comments of Lymington Yacht Haven’s nominees that they are doing a superb job and are well-deserving of this award.”
Lymington Yacht Haven is a family owned marina set in a stunning location on the Lymington River off the Solent. It’s recently gone through a £1.2 million shoreside refurbishment and the facilities include WiFi and fuelling, luxury washrooms and laundry, and quality food and drink at The Haven Bar.
It also boasts 24 hour security with CCTV cameras and personnel on duty, Dry Stack berthing at its quayside facility as well as immediate access to the western edge of the Solent offering a magnificent coastline to explore.
The marina also offers bike and electric car hire.
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