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Boat Trips and Hire

Take to the waves on a floatilla of historic and modern vessels including the iconic Thames Sailing Barges such as Hydrogen (1906), Thistle (1895), Centuar (1895) and Marigold (1981) offering a variety of trips, tours and cruises.

Step Aboard History

Some of our resident vessels took part in the heroic Dunkirk evacuation of 1940 as well as working their trade carrying goods along our coast for decades. Vessels like the Centaur, which was launched in 1895, traded all around the British coast and to the near continent carrying important local goods like salt and oysters.

Taking a trip aboard these historic vessels offers you the opportunity to sail around the Essex Coast while experiencing how our ancestors worked and lived.

Seal and Wildlife Trips

Experience the wildlife of the Maldon District by going on a trip along the River Crouch, where you'll be able to see seals, wildfowl, numerous species of bird such as Marsh Harrier, Hen Harrier, Peregrine, Sparrowhawk, Kestrel, Merlin and even Short-eared Owls. This is a perfect opportunity to get out onto the water and see these animals in their natural environment.

Spend time with Common Seals who are often as interested in you as you are in them. On these seal and wildlife trips, you also might catch a glimpse of Atlantic Grey Seals and Harbour Porpoise. These trips certainly make for an excellent day out with family, friends and wildlife watchers alike.

Passenger Ferries

From the Yacht Harbour at Burnham-on-Crouch, you can take a short trip across the River Crouch to Essex Marina close to the RSPB Wallasea Island reserve, making it perfect for nature lovers, walkers and birdwatchers. The Ferry accepts foot passengers and cyclists as well, making it a popular mode of transport across the river!

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Blues Cruise

Address

Topsail Charters, Cooks Yard, The Hythe, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5HN

Telephone
01621 857567

info@top-sail.co.uk

The Hythe, Maldon

Various dates. Enjoy a two-hour chill-out cruise on a traditional Thames Sailing Barge with live Blues music and a cheese grazing platter.
Afternoon Tea Cruise

Address

Topsail Charters, Cooks Yard, The Hythe, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5HN

Telephone
01621 857567

info@top-sail.co.uk

The Hythe, Maldon

Various dates. A "Two Island" cruise on board a historic Thames Sailing Barge from Maldon Quay past Northey Island to Osea Island and back. Includes Afternoon Tea.
Brunch Cruise

Address

Cooks Yard, The Hythe, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5HN

Telephone
01621 857567

info@top-sail.co.uk

Maldon

Embark on a delightful Brunch Cruise with Topsail Charters, departing from Maldon Quay. This scenic river cruise along the River Blackwater promises a tranquil and memorable experience.
Topsail - Two Island Cruise

Address

cooks Yard, The Hythe, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5HN

Telephone
01621 857567

info@top-sail.co.uk

Maldon

A "Two Island" cruise from Maldon Quay past Northey Island to Osea Island and back. Bring a picnic or order a Ploughmans or Smoked Fish Platter.
Essex Waterways Limited

Address

Papermill Lock, North Road, Little Baddow, Maldon, Please select a region, state or province., CM3 4BS

Telephone
01245226245

Essex @waterways.org.uk

Little Baddow, Maldon

This waterway runs through a largely unspoilt part of rural Essex and connects the county town of Chelmsford with the tidal estuary of the River Blackwater at Heybridge Basin. It is 13.8 miles (22.1 km) long and has 13 locks.
Estuary Rib Tours

Address

River Blackwater, West Mersea

Telephone
07938 273739

info@estuaryribtours.co.uk

West Mersea

Estuary Rib Tours is a family run business that provides boat trips starting from Mersea Island to enjoy the Blackwater Estuary, often stopping for lunch in Bradwell-on-Sea. The tours are on our 8m Cobra Rib, ‘Hi Fizz’, which carries up to 8 guests…
The Viking Saga Boat Trips

Address

Landbreach Ltd, Downs Road, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5HT

Telephone
07766480793

landbreach@outlook.com

Maldon

From May 2023. This traditional pleasure boat was built locally in 1947 and, following a complete restoration, is once again offering trips around the estuary. Moored at the ‘little blue jetty’, the Viking Saga is the best way to view both the Hythe…
"Hands-On" Day Sail Experience

Address

Topsail Charters, Cooks Yard, The Hythe, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5HN

Telephone
01621 857567

info@top-sail.co.uk

The Hythe, Maldon

Various dates. Learn to sail a traditional Thames Sailing Barge; set the sails, take the wheel and discover how two people can manage the boat. Fully catered.
Afternoon Tea Cruise

Address

Topsail Charters, Cooks Yard, The Hythe, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5HN

Telephone
01621 857567

info@top-sail.co.uk

The Hythe, Maldon

Various dates. A "Two Island" cruise on a historic Thames Sailing Barge from Maldon Quay past Northey Island to Osea Island and back. Includes Afternoon Tea.
Seal Trips Essex - Celtic Prince

Address

The Pier by Priors Boatyard, Quayside, Burnham-on-Crouch, CM0 8AS

Telephone
07853 401746

enquiries@sealtripsessex.co.uk

Burnham-on-Crouch

New for the 2023 season, Seal Trips Essex offers a variety of cruises aboard Celtic Prince, a refurbished boat carrying up to 10 passengers, with toilet facilities, ample indoor and outdoor seating with a canopy, and the option of snacks and drinks…
Blackwater Barge Race

Address

Topsail Charters, Cooks Yard, The Hythe, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5HN

Telephone
01621 857567

info@top-sail.co.uk

The Hythe, Maldon

Saturday 13 July. See the Blackwater Barge Match from the vantage point of a traditional Thames Sailing Barge.
Sunset Cruise

Address

Topsail Charters, Cooks Yard, The Hythe, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5HN

Telephone
01621 857567

info@top-sail.co.uk

The Hythe, Maldon

Various dates. A "Two Island" evening cruise on a historic Thames Sailing Barge from Maldon Quay past Northey Island to Osea Island and back.
Topsail - Afternoon Tea

Address

cooks Yard, The Hythe, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5HN

Telephone
01621 857567

info@top-sail.co.uk

Maldon

A "Two Island" cruise from Maldon Quay past Northey Island to Osea Island and back. Includes Afternoon Tea of freshly baked scone with cream and jam, homemade cake, tea or coffee.
Birds of the Blackwater Day Sail

Address

Topsail Charters, Cooks Yard, The Hythe, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5HN

Telephone
01621 857567

info@top-sail.co.uk

The Hythe, Maldon

Various dates. Explore the River Blackwater on board a traditional Thames Sailing Barge with experts from Swallow Birding. Fully catered from breakfast to tea.
Morning Coffee Cruise

Address

Topsail Charters, Cooks Yard, The Hythe, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5HN

Telephone
01621 857567

info@top-sail.co.uk

The Hythe, Maldon

Various dates. A Two Island Cruise on board a historic Thames Sailing Barge from Maldon Quay, past Northey Island, Mill Beach to Osea Island and back.

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