2 Day Mile Builder Solent – Cheap Weekday Mile Building Only £249

The brand new 2 day mile builder is Commodore Yachting’s cheapest and easiest way to log real sea miles on the South Coast. Run on Mondays and Tuesdays, this mini version gives you everything our famous weekend mile builders offer – but at a much lower price and on dates that fit around work.

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What’s Included in Your 2 Day Mile Builder

Sample 2-Day Itinerary (weather dependent)

Monday
09:00 – Meet at Premier Gosport Marina for safety briefing & welcome
10:00 – Cast off for first passage (west to Yarmouth or east to Chichester)
Afternoon – Helming practice, sail trim, passage planning
Evening – Arrive marina, dinner on board, optional short night sail

Tuesday
Morning – Longer second passage with pilotage & tidal work
Afternoon – Return to Gosport by 17:00 with full debrief & logbook signing

Yachts Used for the 2 Day Mile Builder

We use our own comfortable fleet:

All yachts are MCA coded, fully insured and maintained to the highest standard. View full fleet details here.

Who Is This 2 Day Mile Builder For?

Perfect for:
• Newly qualified RYA Competent Crew or Day Skipper sailors who want to put their new skills into practice in a real Solent environment
• Anyone wanting extra miles before progressing to a Yachtmaster Offshore course or practical exam
• Busy professionals who can only sail mid-week and need flexible weekday options
• Sailors preparing for their first bareboat charter holiday in the UK or Mediterranean
• Returning sailors who haven’t been on the water for a while and want a gentle, confidence-building re-introduction

Maximum 4 guests per yacht – small groups, maximum instruction.

Our Principal’s Note – Tom

“After 27 years teaching on the Solent I know how valuable every logged mile is. Our new 2 day mile builder gives you the same quality instruction and passagemaking as our weekends – just at a lower price and on convenient weekday dates. You’ll leave with more confidence and a thicker logbook.”

Tom – RYA Yachtmaster Ocean, Instructor/Examiner, 27 years Solent experience

Real Guest Reviews

Sarah P – February 2026
“The mini 2 day mile builder was brilliant – cheap, quick, and I came back with 58 logged miles and so much more confidence!”

Mark T – January 2026
“Weekday timing was perfect. Same brilliant instructors and yachts as the weekend ones but half the price. Highly recommended!”

FAQ – 2 Day Mile Builder

Q: Is this cheaper than the normal weekend mile builder?
A: Yes – £249 vs £349–£369 for the full weekend.

Q: Do we sleep on the boat?
A: Yes – one night on board is included.

Q: What if the weather is bad?
A: Safety first. We always have flexible plans and will adjust the route or shorten passages if needed.

Q: Can I bring my own food?
A: All meals are included, but please let us know any dietary requirements when booking.

Ready to build your sea miles?

Book Your 2 Day Mile Builder Now – £249

 

Last updated: 1 March 2026
Written by Tom – RYA Yachtmaster Ocean, Instructor/Examiner, 27 years Solent experience

Internal links: Full Mile Builder Weekends | Our Current Fleet | RYA Day Skipper Course

External resources: RYA Official Website | MCA Coding