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Inaugural line up for Plymouth Boat Fest revealed

by Jonathan Cook 15 May 16:45 BST 21 June 2025
Getting ready for Plymouth Boat Fest 2025 © Plymouth Yacht Haven

Over 50 companies have signed up to exhibit at the inaugural Plymouth Boat Fest this June with displays ashore and on the water at Plymouth Yacht Haven.

Celebrating Plymouth's diverse marine industry, the event features companies across the Westcountry's leisure, commercial, technology, conservation and safety sectors. Tickets for the one-day festival on Saturday 21st June are free and aim to breakdown barriers for newcomers wanting to access the waterfront, as well as providing activities and insights for boating enthusiasts and families alike.

Marine Leisure

Over 40 boats will line the pontoons for visitors to explore, ranging from new boats from Red Ensign Yachts, Ancasta, South West UK Marine Sales (Dufour) and Wolf Rock Boat Company, to harbour vessels such as the Cattewater Harbour's pilot boat. The Island Trust, Plymouth Marine Centre and the PDSSA will also be on the pontoons, with boats ashore from Aqua Spirit Marine, Dan Lewis Marine, Clipper Marine and Yeowards Boatyards.

Paddlesports will be represented by AS Watersports and the Coastal Commanders rowing team as well as displays from a wide range of marine services including Hemisphere Rigging, Tek Tanks, Nathan Bone Yacht Services, and Mount Batten Boat House.

Marine Technology

The newest sector of Plymouth's growing maritime heritage is marine tech, specifically the development of autonomous marine vessels. Companies such as Thales, Plymouth University and Fugro will be showcasing their autonomous boats as well as providing the opportunity for visitors to drive their underwater vessels in their test tank.

Marine Safety

Live, on-the-water demonstrations will be taking place throughout the day including talks from SeaRegs Training, and the Plymouth RNLI with their offshore and in-shore vessels. The Devon & Cornwall Police Dive Team will also be in attendance along with the National Coastwatch Institute and PDSSA Sailability group.

Marine Conservation

The Fest kicks off with a beach clean at the neighbouring Mount Batten Beach by the Ocean Conservation Trust. Exhibitors at the Fest then include the SHIPS Project, Indeep Dive Company, Ocean Discoverability and the Plymouth Sound National Marine Park.

Plymouth Boat Fest takes place on Saturday 21st June at Plymouth Yacht Haven, supported by Towergate Boat Insurance and Plymouth Waterfront Partnership.

Visit www.yachthavens.com/plymouth-yacht-haven/plymouth-boat-fest to claim your free ticket.

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