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Overview
Turn back the clock and enjoy a great day out on a vintage sailing barge.
You and your partner will have a relaxing day out on this historic vessel, with the emphasis being on enjoying the scenery and the thrill of seeing these large vessels under sail. You will also have the opportunity to become involved in hoisting sails and steering if you wish. Time spent at the controls will depend on the skipper, weather, number of passengers and individual enthusiasm.
A light lunch is included with this experience which is traditionally a cheese and ham ploughman’s with a delicious dessert. Eat and enjoy your lunch whilst looking out from this stunning barge. Please note the type of food available may vary depending on the time of year.
Key features
When can I go?
This experience is available on selected Friday dates, generally March to October.
How long will my experience last?
The whole trip will last for approximately 4 hours.
How many people is this experience for?
There will be up to 50 other people there on the day.
Can I bring family and friends?
Sorry, you can't take friends or family with you on this experience.
What else do I need to know?
The minimum age for this experience is 12 years old. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.
You need to be reasonably agile to get on and off the ship. Please advise us at the time of booking if you have any food allergies.
This is for a voucher entitling the holder to any of the activities supplied by Activity Superstore up to the value stated.
We can’t control the weather!
This activity is dependent on appropriate weather conditions.
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Lovely relaxing trip
Cathief - Verified purchaser
16/08/2019 
5
Yes I recommend this product.
The trip had been a gift for my husband. From the start the staff were friendly and attentive. The ploughman’s lunch and dessert were plentiful. Thoroughly enjoyable trip.
When did your experience take place? 26/06/19
What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Ipswich
Fantastic experience
Shazzz2206 - Verified purchaser
01/08/2019
5
Yes I recommend this product.
This experience was absolutely fantastic, the boat and crew were there for every thing we needed. The food was excellent, fresh and homemade.The scenery was beautiful, and it was great to see places I'd been to on land. It was made all the special knowing my dad had been on the same trip. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone who loves sailing.
When did your experience take place? 26th July 2019
What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Hydrogen, Ipswich Quay.
Very enjoyable
John288 - Verified purchaser
05/07/2019
5
Yes I recommend this product.
Received as birthday present very happy enjoyed the day
When did your experience take place? May 2019
What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Maldon
Great trip!
sims - Verified purchaser
25/11/2018
5
Yes I recommend this product.
This was a lovely sailing trip from Maldon along the River Blackwater in a beautiful barge.The crew were very friendly and the substantial lunch was really tasty. Many thanks to everyone. I would definitely recommend this experience.
When did your experience take place? 9th October 2018
What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Maldon
Wonderful experience
Ros1954 - Verified purchaser
17/08/2018
5
Yes I recommend this product.
My husband and I were treated to this experience and thoroughly enjoyed it. I would highly recommend it to anyone. The crew were lovely, the lunch was delicious and the whole day was thoroughly enjoyable.
When did your experience take place? 13th July 2018
What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Ipswich
Brilliant Experience
Bargeday - Verified purchaser
25/07/2018
5
Yes I recommend this product.
We booked this experience as it was local and of historic interest. It was very informative and a pleasant afternoon. Highly recommend.
When did your experience take place? June 2018
What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Barge Sailing, Maldon, Essex
Amazing trip
Edna - Verified purchaser
18/07/2018
5
Yes I recommend this product.
I chose this trip on a 100 year old Thames Barge as it sounded fun. It certainly was. It was one of the hottest days of the year so it was wonderful to sail down the Orwell. Wonderful views, superb lunch, a knowledgable skipper, good company and skilled sailing. It was brillaint.
When did your experience take place? June 22 2018
What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Ipswich quay
Fabulous trip.
Windy - Verified purchaser
05/07/2018
5
Yes I recommend this product.
Given as a Christmas Present. Had long weekend in Ipswich. Weather couldn't have been better. Brilliant crew and informative master. Very good ploughmans lunch given + dessert. Well stocked bar for drinks. Very enjoyable 4 hours. Would recommend to anyone.
When did your experience take place? 22nd June 2018
What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Thistle
barge sailing
Jacks5 - Verified purchaser
06/09/2017
5
Yes I recommend this product.
We had a great day on the river at Ipswich and would recommend this trip. the crew were excellent - knowledgeable and enthusiastic without overwhelming with too much information. The food provided was great, and impressive given the facilities available to prepare it!
When did your experience take place? end of July 2017
What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Ipswich
Very Enjoyable Voyage
VivGraham - Verified purchaser
06/07/2017
5
Yes I recommend this product.
Lovely trip down the River Orwell on Thistle. The skipper was informative pointing out many other Thames barges that were moored on the river in readiness for forthcoming races. We were served a very good ploughmans lunch and the drinks were reasonable prices from the bar. Staff and crew friendly and helpful.
When did your experience take place? June 2017
What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Ipswich
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