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Southampton International Boat Show 2026
The UK's Flagship Boating and Watersports Festival
OVERVIEW
About this show
The UK's flagship boating festival returns to Mayflower Park for 10 days, 18 to 27 September 2026, with more than 700 marine brands and around 250 boats on the water. Electric-forward day boat builder RAND Boats is confirmed to exhibit. British Marine expects around 90,000 visitors, making it the UK's biggest annual boat show and a solid chance to see electric boating up close.
PLAN YOUR VISIT
Practical information
Venue
Tickets
Adult tickets from £17, 15s and under go free, Premium tickets from £100
Buy ticketsPublic transport
The nearest train station is Southampton Central, with regular bus services and a 10-15 minute walk to Mayflower Park. Visitors can also use the Quayconnect bus service from the station. From the station, walk east towards the park, following signs to the venue.
Nearest airport
Southampton Airport, approximately 6 miles, and Bournemouth Airport, around 30 miles, with travel times of 15-45 minutes respectively.
Hotels & accommodation
For the Southampton International Boat Show, consider staying in the city centre or near the waterfront for easy access to Mayflower Park. Well-known hotels like the Grand Harbour Hotel or the Novotel Southampton offer comfortable accommodations. Booking in advance is recommended due to the event's popularity.
WHO'S THERE
Exhibitors
1 electric boating brand at this show
