About

Step aboard a vintage sailing barge for a memorable river cruise. Sailing Barges ‘Thistle’ built in 1895 and ‘Hydrogen’ built 1906 were once part of the East Coast's traditional fleet of cargo vessels, once over 2,000 barges, today only a handful survive. A gentle cruise on one of these vessels allows you to enjoy the beautiful and peaceful rivers of the East Coast in a memorable and interesting way. 

Private Hire for up to 50 guests - a really memorable and interesting way to celebrate a special occasion, enjoy a day out with your club or group, entertain staff or to celebrate your wedding.

Public Cruises  - choose from a wide range of river cruises at a variety of East Coast locations. Such as :-

Secrets of the Blackwater Day Sail - A relaxing day sail from Maldon exploring the river Blackwater. 

Two Island River Cruise - Join at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise, past Northea Island to Osea Island before returning.

Orwell River Cruise - A three or four hour Cruise from Ipswich to the mouth of the river and back.

Suffolk Rivers Cruise - A relaxing Day sail exploring the Rivers Orwell and Stour.

Special Events - such as Clacton Air Show, Music Cruises, Barge Races, "Grape & Grain" Cruises.

“Hands-on” Day Sail - Join our crew for a participation day to help set sails, take the wheel, find out how a barge is sailed by just two people.

Weekends Away - sailing weekends for groups of up to 12 people or hire the barge as a "cottage" on the quayside for up to 14..

Book online via website or by phone.  Escape your world and relax in ours!

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