
This Mother’s Day, we’re celebrating the mums and mother figures who do so much for the people around them.
On Sunday, 15 March 2026, mums can travel free as a foot passenger on a Day Return ticket when they cross the Solent with us. Whether it’s a spontaneous day out, a relaxed lunch on the other side of the Solent or a seaside stroll together, it’s a simple way to say thank you and spend some time together.
There’s no need to book in advance – just turn up at the port, travel with someone special and enjoy the journey together.
Here’s all you need to know about making the most of this offer:
📅 Travel date
Sunday, 15 March
👩 Who travels free?
One mum or mother figure travelling as a foot passenger on a Day Return ticket
🧑🧑🧒 Who they travel with
Must be travelling with at least one paying passenger
🎫 Booking
No advance booking required - simply turn up and book at the port at a Customer Service Point
↔️ Routes
Available for travel in both directions on our foot passenger sailings between Portsmouth Harbour and Ryde Pier Head and Lymington and Yarmouth
Make a day of it this Mother’s Day. Step on board together, enjoy the views across the Solent and spend some quality time doing something a little different.
You could wander along the seafront, stop for a relaxed pub lunch, browse independent shops or simply enjoy a breath of fresh sea air and a good catch-up along the way.
Whether you’re exploring the Island or heading across to the mainland, sometimes the best gift is just spending time together.