aerial view of Plymouth Yacht Haven marina in the UK

Plymouth is set to host a new boating festival in 2025. Plymouth Boat Fest will be held at Plymouth Yacht Haven on Saturday 21 June with a variety of boats, yachts, innovative watercraft, and traditional vessels in display.

Attendees will have the opportunity to board the vessels, meet industry experts, and learn about the latest advancements in boat technology and marine services. Tickets are free.

Exhibitors already onboard include The Island Trust, Plymouth RNLI Lifeboats, Devon and Cornwall Police Divers, Hemisphere Rigging, The Paddlesport Company, and Ancasta Boat Sales, as well as autonomous boat vessel demonstrations from Thales and Fugro. 

woman and young girl walking along pontoon with Plymoiuth Boat Fest logo across corner of image

Designed as a family friendly event, Plymouth Boat Fest will also include live demonstrations, interactive activities for children, and entertainment such as live music and water sports displays. There will be local food and drink stalls, alongside entertainment ranging from live music to water sports displays. 

Steve Cox, speaking about the inspiration behind the event, noted that the South West lacked a regional show, despite having a strong marine workforce and heritage. “We want to create a festival that blends community engagement with an impressive showcase of maritime offerings from companies based in and around Britain’s Ocean City, Plymouth,” Cox says.

The event is free to attend, with parking and additional amenities available at the Yacht Haven and surrounding public car parks.  

Cox adds: “We invite marine companies from across the west country to get in touch to showcase their boats, their products, and their staff, and help make Plymouth Boat Fest a celebration for all things boating.”

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