Southampton Boat Show

About

At the Southampton Boat Show in Hampshire there's fun for all the family with boats, watersports, magical marina, shopping, holidays and fun features. Celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2008, the internationally renowned Southampton Boat Show received record numbers last year. The event highlights all that is new in the boating world and engages visitors with a mix of demonstrations and hands on activities. Have a go at diving or watch one of the search and rescue demonstrations, there is plenty to choose from.

The Southampton Boat Show is organised by the National Boat Show Limited, a subsidiary of the British Marine Federation, the trade association for the UK boating industry.

The Show Organisers also enable daily hire of manual wheelchairs for use within the Show only. Simple go to the Show information kiosk at the Main Show Entrance and request to hire a wheelchair. Availability cannot be guaranteed as its upon a first come first service basis, and a deposit will be required.

ACCESS INTO SHOW HALLS

All Halls are easily accessible via ramps for wheelchairs and prams.

ACCESS TO THE SHOW MARINA

he Marina is controlled for safety reasons. Unfortunately, visitors in wheelchairs, or with guide dogs, may experience delays in getting onto the Marina when it is crowded. Please contact the security guard at the Marina entrance for advice.

DOGS

It is not recommended visitors bring dogs to the Show, as the area is not suitable for them and they are not permitted onto the Marina. Guide Dogs are permitted access into the Show however access onto the Marina may be restricted at busy times.

SHOW OPENING TIMES & SPECIAL TICKET EVENT DAYS:

Friday 12th 10am to 7pm Press & Preview Day
Saturday 13th 10am to 7pm Public Day

Sunday 14th 10am to 7pm Public Day

Monday 15th 10am to 7pm Public Day
Tuesday 16th 10am to 7pm Public Day
Wednesday 17th 10am to 7pm Public Day
Thursday 18th 10am to 7pm Public Day & Ladies Day
Friday 19th 10am to 7pm Public Day
Saturday 20th 10am to 7pm Public Day
Sunday 21st 10am to 6pm Public Day


ADMISSION PRICES: Contact the Tourist Information Centre on 023 8083 3333 to receive £1 discount on all advance ticket prices!

Kids Go Free Again
All adult ticketholders can once again make the most of the successful ‘Kids Go Free’ promotion, where children 5 - 15 yrs inclusive get free admission – provided they are with a paying adult (up to 2 children per adult). General Admission Tickets (except Platinum and Ladies Day Tickets) are valid for any one show day from 13th to 21st September 2008.

For a Carer to obtain free admission with a disabled ticket holder, the Carer must complete a Registration Form at the main Show entrance to qualify. This registration form can not be issued in advance.

Preview Day – 12th September General Admission Price

Adult in advance £17.50 At the gate £20
Concessions (Inc. Aged 60+ , Students with NUS card, and Disabled visitors.) £15 and £15
Child - (5 - 15 yrs inc) Free with paying adult
Platinum Ticket £85


Public Days – 13th – 21st September

Adult advance £12.50 Gate price £15
Combi Show Ticket £20 £25
Concessions (Inc. Aged 60+ , Students with NUS card, and Disabled visitors.) £10 £10
Child - (5 - 15 yrs inc) Free with paying adult
Platinum / Ladies Day Ticket £85
Ladies Day – 18th September only £85
Groups 10+ £10
Groups 40+ £8.50