Portsmouth Watersports Centre
Portsmouth, Hampshire
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Andrew Simpson Centres Portsmouth offers a diverse range of watersports and outdoor activities for all ages and abilities, set against the stunning backdrop of Langstone Harbour. From Outdoor Adventure Holiday Clubs to RYA sailing courses for beginners and experienced sailors alike, there’s something for everyone. Whether you want to learn to sail, try your hand at windsurfing, or simply enjoy a day of adventure on the water, our expert instructors ensure a fun, safe, and supportive environment. Our activities include:
Sailing // Windsurfing // Winging // Powerboating // Paddleboarding // Mega Paddleboarding // Kayaking // Raft Building // Climbing // Archery // Bushcraft
Our well-equipped Centre boasts welcoming instructors with a passion for fostering a love of watersports, who ensure an unforgettable experience for families, individuals, and groups. At Andrew Simpson Centres Portsmouth you could join:
RYA courses for children and adults // Taster sessions // Outdoor Adventure Holiday Club // Variety of weekly club sessions // Paddle UK courses for both children and adults // Experiences for schools and groups // Birthday parties // Open days, events and much more!
Why not take advantage of our 2025 holiday club offer, and get one day FREE when booking 5 full-days!
Visit our website or contact the centre on 02392 663 873 / portsmouth@andrewsimpsoncentres.org to find out more and book!
We look forward to welcoming you to Andrew Simpson Centres Portsmouth!
Range of activities for all the family
Located on the stunning shores of Langstone Harbour, Andrew Simpson Centres Portsmouth offers a wide range of courses and activities for all ages and abilities, including Sailing, Windsurfing, Winging, Powerboating, Kayaking, Paddleboarding, Climbing and much more!
Flexible booking options
From taster sessions and half-day experiences to 5-day holiday clubs and courses, our centre has a range of options to get your family out on the water. Andrew Simpson Centres Portsmouth is a Royal Yachting Association Training Centre, accredited Paddle UK Delivery Centre and registered with OFSTED.
Supporting the Andrew Simpson Foundation
Andrew Simpson Centres Portsmouth is a not-for-profit centre, part of the Andrew Simpson Foundation. Every booking made helps us to support young people through our charitable programmes and transform their lives through sailing and watersports.
Facilities
Toilets
Changing Rooms
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Card Payments Accepted
Opening Times
- Monday, 08:30 - 17:30
- Tuesday, 08:30 - 20:00
- Wednesday, 08:30 - 20:00
- Thursday, 08:30 - 17:30
- Friday, 08:30 - 18:30
- Saturday, 08:30 - 17:30
- Sunday, 09:00 - 17:30
Our centre is usually open from 8.30am until sunset throughout the summer season, with reduced opening hours in the winter. Please check our webiste for up to date opening times.
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (5+) : £25.00
- Adult (18++) : £25.00
Prices vary depending on the experience booked. Please visit our webiste for up to date activity and price information.
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Typical visit time more than 5 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
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Contact Details
Coming from the M27 down Eastern Road towards Southsea Portsmouth Watersports Centre is on the left at the traffic lights. If you are driving from Southsea going towards the M27 you have to take the left at the Morrison's traffic lights then all the way around the round about and back over Eastern Road.
Andrew Simpson Centre
Eastern Road
Portsmouth
Hampshire
PO3 5LY
England
If you are coming from Southsea, you need to take a left towards Morrisons at the traffic lights and then go all the way around the roundabout and back over Eastern Road. Follow the road to the right. Upon arrival you will find ample parking in the car park at the back of the building. After parking make your way along the side of the building and towards reception.
Tel: 02392663873
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