WELCOME TO HMS EXCELLENT MARINA 



HMS Excellent Marina        Whale Island         Portsmouth        PO2 8ER  
Email: marina.management@hmsexcellentmarina.net


INTRODUCTION

HMS Excellent Marina is a Service charity, not publicly funded, administered by the Marina Management Committee responsible to the Commanding Officer, HMS Excellent.

The Marina is an encroachment to the Establishment.

The areas that form the Marina are all the pontoons south of, and including, the bridge that attaches to the hard standing and the secure boat storage (trailered craft) compound at Horsea Island. The HMS Excellent Marina is also referred to historically as “G Mooring Marina.” Berthing and storage space are allocated by the Marina Committee with priority being given to applications from serving and MoD entitled personnel, working in the Establishment. Other applications will be considered by the Marina Committee from those who meet the criteria to use an encroachment or benefit from the use of the assets of a Service Fund as defined in current regulations. All Marina berths are restricted to craft of 34ft and under length overall (bowsprit to stern) and those leased are allocated from 1 April for one year. Visiting Boats cannot be accommodated in the marina due to operating and security constraints.

Enquiries about a berth or storage should be made to the Berthing Secretary at: marina.management@hmsexcellentmarina.net




NEWS CLIPS
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UPDATED TO 24 April 2025




C PONTOON WATER SUPPLY 
Berth holders on C pontoon are advised that the hose reel has been replaced and is now serviceable.

RNSC SLIPWAY - PROCEDURE FOR USE 
An informal arrangement has been established with the Royal Naval Sailing Centre (RNSC) for the occasional use of the slipway. Marina berth holders who wish to use the facility are to note, and follow, the procedure posted in the Members/Documentation section

HMS EXCELLENT RECYCLING- UPCOMING LEGISLATIVE REQUIREMENT -NEW LEVELS OF SEPARATION & BINS - FROM 31 MARCH 2025 
The following are the Establishment waste bin categories:
Non-recyclable(general) waste*food waste*paper & card (where practicable)* All other dry mixed recyclables(DMR)
i.e plastic, metal & glass. Marina users should note that any food must be placed in separate food waste bins & must not be cross contaminated with other materials.

BERTH APPLICATIONS 
Berth application forms for the period 1 April 2025 - 31 March 2026, and guidance notes, are now available in the Members/Documentation section

PONTOON TRIP HAZARD 
G4 pontoon has developed a slight list. As a result, the joint cover (flap) between it and its neighbouring pontoon does not seat properly and now stands proud.The cover presents as a trip hazard, therefore please be aware and take extra care when crossing between the pontoons.

HMS EXCELLENT COTM 39/24 = SECURITY CLEARANCE PROCEDURES 
COTM 39/24 (view in Members/COTM page) details the procedures for obtaining unescorted access passes to HMS Excellent. Berth Holders are requested to note these procedures which have particular relevance to the Marina.

REVISED VISITOR NOTIFICATION FORM (VNF)  
Berth holders are advised that a revised Visitor Notification Form (VNF), dated September 2024, has been issued and is available for viewing/download from the Documentation section of the web site. This is a new document in Word but is largely unchanged except for the email addressees.

IMPORTANT SECURITY INFORMATION - CONTROL OF VISITORS 
An extract from HMS Excellent & Navy Command HQ Orders (25 July 2024) covering requirements for visitors to HMS Excellent and the responsibilities of the sponsor (in our case the Berth Holder)can be viewed on the website Members/ Documentation page.This is an important document and should be read and applied by all Berth Holders

IMPORTANT SECURITY INFORMATION  
An extract from HMS Excellent & Navy Command HQ Orders covering security requirements for visitors to HMS Excellent can be viewed on the website Members/Documentation page.

BERTH HOLDERS - CHANGE OF BOAT 
Berth holders are reminded that the annual berth allocated to them is only for the boat applied for. Should a change of boat be considered then please discuss this with the Berthing Secretary to ensure compatibility with the year's berthing plan. The marina can only accept boats up to a maximum overall length of 34 feet. Users of the Horsea Island Small boat compound are reminded that space is allocated for storage of approved boats and trailers only. Storage of other trailers is not permitted.

LONG TERM PARKING WITHIN HMS EXCELLENT 
Personnel who require to park their vehicle Longer Term (Over 1 week). The routine for Long Term Car Park is the Vehicle should be parked in Car Park 1 with the keys either left in the Guardroom or with your line management (with a note on the dashboard to the name/place of work for the POC) in the event of a requirement for the vehicle to be moved.

MARINE SUPER STORE - AUTHORISED USERS LIST 
An updated list, dated 4 September 2023, of persons (berth holders) authorised to purchase items on the marina account at the MSS Port Solent is available for viewing in the Members/Documentation page. Users of the account MUST produce ID at time of purchase, ensure their name is on the till receipt & reimburse the Marina Bank Account soonest with email notification to marina.management@hmsexcellentmarina.net.

USEFUL SUPPLIERS 
Looking for someone to supply, or make, that 'special' piece for your boat? Check out our Useful Suppliers list in the DOCUMENTATION section.

BACS PAYMENTS- Berth Holders are encouraged to settle bills eg Berthing Fees and Marine Super Store reimbursements using BACS bank transfers. For those who prefer the 'traditional' cheque method of payment this will operate in parallel with BACS but Berth Holders are to use bank transfer if possible. Marina Bank Account details have been emailed to Berth Holders and Compound users.
It is important to note that users of the account are to notify, by email to the Marina, details of their purchase a.s.a.p following the transaction. Please ensure that your name is on the till receipt as a reference.

ITEMS FOR SALE 
Check out the ITEMS FOR SALE page in the members area. Email to the marina details of any items you have for sale and we will post on the site for you.

HMS EXCELLENT MARINA BURGEE  Be the talking point around the marinas and fly this unique burgee
HMS Excellent Marina burgees are available for purchase, at a subsidized price of £20, by email request to the Marina. (Hover over image to enlarge)