FAQs

Cafeteria
Monday - Friday: 9am-5pm and Saturday - Sunday: 8:30am-5pm
These times are subject to bookings; during events and training if instructed the cafeteria can be open later for evening meals.  We also have an onsite bar which again can be opened during the busy times of events and functions.  
Car Parking
Parking is free and we ask that cars are parked in the designated car parking spaces.  The dinghy park must be kept vehicle free for the safety of all pedestrians and to maximize boat space.
Chandlery

The nearest chandleries are Apollo Marine and Shock Chandlery, which are both located just across the road from the Academy.

Children
Children under 16 are only permitted on the premises if accompanied at all times by an adult.  Please remember that you are responsible for all the children you bring onto the WPNSA site.
Disabled Facilities
WPNSA offers excellent disabled facilities with ramps, braille signs separate toilers, showers and a lift at each end of the building.  For more information please click here.
Dogs
Dogs are permitted on site but must be kept on a lead and any mess must be cleared away immediately.  Dogs are not allowed inside the WPNSA building (except guide/assistance dogs). 
Drying Room
After you have been on the water feel free to use our drying room, located opposite the changing rooms this will be left open for your convenience. Please note that leaving items in here is done so at your own risk.
Electric Car Charging
WPNSA does not have any charging points for electric cars.  There are charging points available across the road at Lidl.  Other places to charge electric cars may be found at carwow.
Entry to the site

An access code will be required to enter the site.  This can be obtained from Reception on arrival or you can call in advance (01305 866000).  This will allow you to enter the site to drop boats or campervans off out of our working hours.  These codes have valid to and from dates which usually span the weekend, so please remember to gain this code each time you visit.

Lockers
Before you head out on the water, feel free to use our lockers to keep all your valuables safe. You can obtain a locker key from reception. You will be required to leave a £10 refundable cash deposit.
Opening times
Monday- Friday: 9am-5pm Saturday & Sundays: 8am-5pm.
Skateboards/Scooters
Skateboards, scooters or similar are not to be used anywhere on site.
Wi–Fi

Wi-Fi is available free of charge.

The Academy is a multifaceted business. The driving force and focus are the sailing events, but to sustain the facilities and business the WPNSA has several other revenue streams
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    Osprey Quay
    Portland
    Dorset
    DT5 1SA

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