SAILING NEWS
London Boat Show 2009 10
Celebrating our Heroes uique rowing machine that takes you from London, the successful Come on Board ini- Boat Shows to bring a number of frigates
It has been a truly exceptional year for our land to water. Or, for additional information tiative will return in January. Come on and destroyers to the Show. The popularity
boating heroes and this feature at the Show on how to get involved in one of the oldest Board is a scheme designed to enhance the of these Royal Navy vessels is demonstrated
will reflect just that. There will be an in and most diverse sports in the world, speak overall visitor experience, and encourages every year with approximately 25,000 visi-
depth look at our water based Olympians, to one of our experts from the Amateur people to interact more with exhibitors who tors climbing aboard and exploring the ship
including a review of the mechanics neces- Rowing Association. are willing and eager to offer expert advice throughout the 10 days of the Show.
sary to create a successful team as well as Classic Boat and introduce visitors to their Show offer- Sailing Regatta
looking ahead towards 2012 and the oppor- Always popular with visitors, the area will ing. All exhibitors taking part in the Come The London International Boat Show sailing
tunities for continued success. provide an opportunity to experience the on Board scheme will visibly display the regatta entertains crowds throughout the
Deck Games atmosphere of a friendly working boatyard; logo, indicating to visitors they can find out Show on the Royal Victoria Dock.
Get active! Test your marine skills against watch, learn and talk to experts about clas- more about their products or climb aboard Thundercat demonstrations and the Yachts
friends and family in the ever popular inter- sic boats and find out about the traditional their boats at the Show. & Yachting Battle of the Classes: Pursuits
active Deck Games zone. This year the fea- skills involved in their restoration. Marina on the Royal Victoria Race is just some of the action not to be
ture will return with a splash of difference, The boats on display this year include a gor- Dock missed.
literally! Be sure not to miss the brand new geous four-berth gaff rigged cutter, a pretty The Royal Victoria Dock will feature some Bars & Restaurants
indoor pool. little trailer-sailing ketch, and a majestically of the largest exhibitor boats in production When you need to take the weight off your
Colour to your hearts content with sleek Thames launch. Look over the shoul- which cannot physically fit through the feet and take in the Show at a more leisure-
International Paints or get active with Micro ders of renowned marine artists as they doors of the ExCeL building, as well as a ly pace head over to one of the numerous
Magic with their on-water model yacht rac- paint these beautiful boats on display. dedicated outside exhibition space featuring hospitality areas for a bit of light refresh-
ing. On display will be a fleet of ‘Micro The Classic Boat feature will once again be a number of inland craft. As with last year, ment. Enjoy a Guinness at the Black &
Magic’ radio controlled yachts that will supporting the ‘Cutty Sark’ conservation manufacturers from the inland waterway White Bar, now serving a selection of
compete throughout the week in match project. See how selected artefacts from the industry will be showcasing both narrow drinks, or our special Clubs & Associations
races and regattas. Outside of this the famous tea clipper ‘Cutty Sark’ that were and wide-beam boats at the west end of the Bar as well as the popular Sunseeker
yachts will be available throughout the 10 badly damaged by fire in 2006 are being dock. Champagne Bar.
days of the Show for you to enjoy. brought back to life using a mix of cutting- Navy Vessel Kid’s Discovery Trail
Compete against each other with the Water edge science and time-honoured skills. Since 2004, when the Show moved to For the family discover the World of Water
Rowers UK in our interactive games area. Come On Board ExCeL in London’s Docklands, the Royal and get active with the Kid’s Discovery
On display will be the ‘new’ Oartec the Following its launch at last year’s Show in Navy has worked closely with National Trail.
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Visit the website for the latest “combination” ticket deal gives
information on features and visitors the freedom to spend
attractions, confirmed exhibi- longer exploring London’s larg-
tors and product launches that est annual Show. The combi-
will be taking place at the ticket deal costs just £20 in
Show. Visitors can once again advance or £25 on the door.
make the most of the successful Why not upgrade your ticket
‘Kids Go Free’ promotion, and visit the show on Press &
Sailing News is offering readers valid from 10-18 January and
where children aged 15 or Public Day The Show promises
a 20% discount offer (normal offer fantastic value for money, under get free admission – pro- a number of international
ticket price is £15). This offer with each ticket admitting one
vided they are with a paying launches from some very big
is only available by calling the adult and two children aged 15
adult. names, so you'll be first to see a
Visitors can also enjoy great number of innovative new
hotline number on 0844 209 and under. To find out more in-
value for money if they want to products from across the globe
0333 or logging onto www.lon- formation about the Show, along
spend two full days at the from hundreds of exhibiting
donboatshow.com and quoting with terms and conditions, visit:
London International Boat companies. You'll also be able
‘SN1’. Discounted tickets are www.londonboatshow.com
Show. Available via the ticket to watch the Show’s Official
hotline or on the door, the Opening at 11am.
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