MBY's Fleet

[epervier]

in October's issue of MBY Lester says he has been into Ashlett Creek, where he found the Jolly Sailor Pub, has disappointingly closed.

May I ask, did he visit before the 10th April 2009, and if so, why would you publish this out of date information in October's issue,

The jolly Sailor at Ashlett creek is alive and kicking and serving food, and reopened it's doors on the 10th April this year, also a link http://www.pubutopia.com/pubs/S/Southampton/Fawley/The Jolly Sailor/ even if the pub is shut the Waterside Sailing Club, formerly known as Esso Sailing Club, welcomes ALL sailors to their bar and eatery, housed in the old mill building to port as you arrive at the quay.

No personal gain for me in this, just like to see people use the facilities that are there.

 

[l'escargot]

I made my first visit to Ashlett last week and found the pub thriving on Sunday lunchtime with their own football team having post match debrief/drinks and families enjoying lunch. Has the feeling of a good sound local pub rather than a "boatie" destination. Definitely on the list for future visits - tide permitting! Certainly an interesting destination and a revelation at low water.

Here's a picture of the channel for anyone who doesn't know the way in :