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The Southampton International Boat Show
19 - 28 September 2025 | Mayflower Park
Britain’s biggest and best festival of boating is back for its 56th edition, and this year, the show will be reimagined, bringing exciting new hooks as well as old favourites.
Visitors will still be able to explore everything from paddleboards to superyachts, kayaks to catamarans, and all the products and services in between. If it’s on or around the water – you’ll find it at the 2025 show.
Exclusive RYA Member ticket offer
RYA members can save on tickets to this year’s Southampton International Boat Show with discounted rates on adult tickets. Get one full price adult ticket at a discounted rate of £19.99 (RRP £29.99).
Simply enter the unique code which will be emailed to all members in the ‘Promo code’ field to receive your discount.
The offer must be redeemed before 23:59 on Thursday 18 September 2025.
Children 15 and under are admitted free with every adult ticket. Please note all children must show a ticket and tickets must be added to your basket at the same time your discounted adult tickets.
Find out more about what’s on at Southampton International Boat Show.
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