Events & Shows
Southampton International Boat Show 2008
From the heart of Southampton's docks, discover exciting new features, explore the thousand plus boats on display and enjoy everything about boating in one giant show!
12th to 21st September 2008 - 10am to 7pm
BEWARE! There is no park'n'ride facility to the show
Show organisers recommend using public transport
The Boat Show organisers have revealed that there is no park'n'ride facilitiy to the show this year. No reasons have been issued thus far.
Because these facilities have been withdrawn, the...
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What's on at the show
The PSP Southampton Boat Show is blowing out 40 candles this year, and the celebrations kick off as the Show returns to Mayflower Park
The PSP Southampton Boat Show is blowing out 40 candles this year, and the celebrations kick off as the Show returns to Mayflower Park in September. In association with ITV Meridian, the Show takes...
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Feature boat line-up at PSP Southampton Boat Show
Mayflower Park is set to be the showcase for some impressive vessels including Jeanie Johnston, Spirit of Mystery, Lively Lady and Callista.
Every year the feature boat line up is a huge draw for visitors and this year at the PSP Southampton Boat Show promises to be no exception. Celebrating its 40th Show between 12th- 21st September,...
Getting There
Whether by car, air, coach, rail or taxi, Reedsonline.com has the most exclusive and comprehensive guide on getting you there, plus a few handy tips on where to park. FREE! Downloadable road map inside
By Car
Wherever you're traveling from in the UK, the main task is to reach the M27. This is the north circular ring road if you like, which surrounds the greater Southampton area. On the various...
Where to Eat
After 10 hours or so at the show, there's nothing better than to rest your feet and relax with a good meal.
If the evening sun is out, then the best place to go is the Town Quay (ref E3) overlooking the Town Quay marina. Its a short walk to the Town Quay and there are other restaurants on the way and...
Where to Stay
Over night facilities in and around Southampton are improving all the time, but all the same as early booking is essential. Reedsonline.com's exclusive and comprehensive accommodation guide should hopefully locate a bed for the night.
Back as far as January, almost every hotel, guest house and B&B accommodation featured below will be fully booked. The main reason is not the Boat Show itself, but because it shares the same...
The Platinum Ticket
Private lounge and catering, mingle with VIPs and celebs, champagne, exclusive treatment and premium views.
At last years show, research revealed that visitors wanted a more 'enhanced' experience and were willing to pay for it.
So, for the more discerning visitor looking for that little bit of luxury, the...
Ancasta to show brand new Bénéteau sailboat models at the Show
The line up of Bénéteau sailboats on stand F16 will include the New Oceanis 34, and First 40
The 40th Southampton International Boat Show is fast approaching and regular attendee Ancasta International Boat Sales, Europe’s largest boat sales network, will be displaying a fantastic range of...
The Broadblue 385 Mk2
Broadblue Catamarans are delighted to announce a series of upgrades to their highly successful Broadblue 385
A brand new MK 2 Broadblue 385 will be available to view at the PSP Southampton Boat Show 2008. Broadblue Catamarans are delighted to announce a series of upgrades to their highly successful...
Raymarine will be launching a selection of new products on stand G88 at the Southampton Boat Show.
Raymarine launches new Super HD Digital Radar, new SPX autopilots and ST70 Autopilot Head
New at the show will be Raymarine's Super HD Digital radar. Designed to operate with the G series or E series Multi Function Displays, this revolutionary technology gives improves target detection...
Essex Boatyards unveil two new sleek and sporty cruisers
The Glastron GS289 and the Four Winns SL242 sports cruiser
Essex Boatyards, the UK's leading boat sales centre and authorised dealer of Fairline, Arvor, Glastron and Four Winns will unveil two new sports cruisers at this year's PSP Southampton Boat Show,...
Halyard exhibits its latest products at the Southampton Boat Show Stand F31
A new water separator and the CV48 Aquadrive
Halyard, Europe's largest designer and manufacturer of specialist marine exhaust systems will be exhibiting its latest products at the 2008 Southampton Boat Show. Halyard, a British company and 2006...
New Model in the Elan Performance Range
Premier Yacht Sales Limited, sole UK dealer for Elan Yachts is pleased to announce the launch of the Elan 380, on stand F3
Premier Yacht Sales Limited, sole UK dealer for Elan Yachts is pleased to announce the launch of the Elan 380. This new high performance cruiser is designed to capture the spirit of the...
SailTime doubles the number of bases in a year
SailTime has doubled its number of UK bases since SBS 2007. There are now 12 SailTime bases operating around the UK, Welsh and Irish coastlines, and membership with SailTime has never been more popular.
Visitors to Southampton Berth 270/271 will be able to experience the Bénéteau Oceanis 40, one of many exhilarating sail boats that SailTime members can choose as part of the SailTime membership...
Tacktick Southampton Boat Show product preview
Award-winning wireless electronics manufacturer Tacktick will be displaying their full range of solar powered instruments for dinghies through to superyachts
Tacktick's instruments are unique wireless, solar powered electronics which offer enhanced reliability together with sophisticated functions in a rugged, waterproof package.
On display will be...
VersaDock launches new products at Southampton
A range of new accessories to enhance its revolutionary, maintenance-free docking system.
VersaDock is launching a range of new accessories at Southampton Boat Show to enhance its revolutionary, maintenance-free docking system.
For the first time VersaDock will be exhibiting its new...
The Raymarine YJA Yachtsman of the Year and Raymarine Young Sailor of the Year
Have your say in nominations for UK’s top yachting awards
Nominations for the Raymarine YJA Yachtsman of the Year and Raymarine Young Sailor of the Year awards will open at 12.30pm on Friday 12 September 2008, on the Raymarine stand G88 at the PSP...
Rebirth of a classic, the world premier of the new Fairline Squadron 55
Thirteen years after the launch of the iconic Fairline Squadron 55, luxury performance motor yacht manufacturer, Fairline Boats launches the new generation model at the Southampton Boat Show.
The first Squadron 55 was one of Fairline's most successful motor yachts created to date and this status is set to be repeated as over 35 of the new Squadron 55s have already been ordered from the...
NEW Bavaria 37 Highline Avantgarde to make world debut at Southampton
Ancasta International Boat Sales is to debut the brand new Highline Avantgarde range with the Bavaria 37 Highline Avantgarde at the Southampton International Boat Show 2008, on berth 192.
This development has been undertaken since Bain Capitals purchased Bavaria Yachtbau in July 2007 (€1.3 billion) and commissioned extensive market research project in conjunction with The Boston...
Halyard beats the credit crunch with 40% Southampton birthday discount
Celebratory discounts on Halyards top five selling products
Halyard Marine will be offering all visitors to the PSP Southampton Boat Show a special birthday present to celebrate 40 years of the show with a massive 40% discount on five of its top selling...
Premier Yacht Sales is pleased to announce the launch of the Island Packet 460
An evolution of the company's successful aft cockpit 440
Island Packet Yachts, internationally known for their award winning line of bluewater cruising sailboats, has announced the launch of their new Island Packet 460. Premier Yacht Sales, sole UK dealer...
Premier Presence at Southampton
Premier's biggest ever presence at the show
This year at the PSP Southampton International Boat Show Premier has its biggest presence ever – and more reasons to come and see us. Visit us on stand F3 as you come over the bridge into Mayflower...
Darglow Featherstream range
The latest 20" feathering propeller
Darglow Featherstream range of propellers are a simple solution to allow your yacht to perform to it full potential in all circumstances, FeatherStream fully feathering propellers are made in the...
Musto notches up another winner
The Musto BR1 will be prominent at both Andark, stand B71, and Marine Superstore, stand G77
The Musto BR1 range, introduced this season, has met with great success thanks to its breathability, design features and attractive pricing. It will be prominent at Southampton Boat Show on such...
Nexus crunches the numbers
The new HPC compass and the NXR for integrated flexible networking
The Swedish-based experts in the design and manufacture of navigational instruments, Nexus Marine, is showcasing its state-of-the-art racing instrumentation system at the PSP Southampton Boat Show in...
Shapely scatter cushions
Complementary scatter cushions from Ship Shape Bedding, stand A55
Following the consummate success of their shaped boat bedding range, the highly regarded Ship Shape Bedding company are introducing a much requested range of complimentary scatter cushions, in an...
Beneteau FIRST 40 Launching at Southampton Boat Show Beneteau Stand F16
Fans of high-performance cruising are going love it: the new First 40 is coming, and Bénéteau will be delivering the first boats by the end of the year!
Drawn by Farr Yacht Design, the First 40 adopts the same thoroughbred appeal as its larger brothers in the new First range (the 45 and 50), without relinquishing any of the strengths that have made...
Beneteau OCÉANIS 34 Launching at Southampton Boat Show Beneteau Stand F16
In response to great demand, BENETEAU are launching on the market a model of under 10 metres length, a cruiser offered with two layout versions. Whether fitted with two or three cabins, the Océanis 34 offers spacious and friendly living spaces.
The lines plan by Finot-Conq guarantees, as one would expect, a high level of performance on the water. The new Océanis 34 thus enthusiastically continues the renewal of the range begun in 2006....
Beneteau OCÉANIS 54 Launching at Southampton Boat Show Stand F16
The Océanis 54 continues with everything that has made the new generation of Océanis successful and brings a magnificent yacht with flowing lines designed by Berret-Racoupeau to those who travel the oceans.
Sea views
The Super Yacht expertise of Nauta Design is very clear in the interior space and accommodation of the Océanis 54. The hull ports together with the long deck plexiglass windows bring...
Innovative Ultrasonic Antifouling offers new way to stop algae, weed and barnacle fouling
On show on the Ultrasonic Antifouling stand, H10, at The 2008 Southampton Boat Show
After years of research and development, Ultrasonic Antifouling Ltd is pleased to announce the launch of a revolutionary new way to protect a boat from fouling. ‘The Ultra System' is an antifouling...
Ocean Safety Kru Sport Pro lifejacket
Waistcoat-style lifejacket with sprayhood and harness, stand G24
Latest addition to the range of Kru lifejackets is the Kru Sport Pro waistcoat-style lifejacket, now incorporating an integral sprayhood, as well as a harness. The sprayhood is designed to unfold...
The Moorings, Stand A18
Come and join us on The Moorings stand at the Southampton Boat Show!
We will have our full team of Holiday Planning Specialists on hand so you can meet the faces behind the phones. Having worked for The Moorings for years, our team is experienced and knowledgeable...
HanseYachts at the Southampton Boat Show
The overhauled Hanse 320, Hanse 350 and Hanse 400 will be on display, Berths 284-286 & 314-317.
Close to 130,000 visitors came to Southampton in southern England - and event organizers are hoping for similar attendance figures for the 40 th boat show taking place this year. Almost the entire...
FERRETTI 510
SOUTHAMPTON BOAT SHOW DEBUT, BERTH 171
Making its first ever appearance at the Southampton Boat Show is what has been described as the largest 50-footer on the water. Before the Ferretti 510 there were two kinds of three-cabin 50ft motor...
PERSHING 56 – BERTH 170
FASTEST MOTORYACHT AT THE SOUTHAMPTON SHOW
One boat that no-one should miss at the 2008 Southampton Boat Show is the incredible, 50-knot, Pershing 56 - the fastest motoryacht at this year's show. It takes something pretty special to impress...
Introducing the new Najad 505
Berth 366 – PSP Southampton Boat Show 2008
Designed in cooperation between Najadvarvet, judel vrolijk & co and Rhoades Young, the new 505 will be constructed from vacuum-infused epoxy resin and one of the first yacht models built at Najad's...
New Powerboat models from Jeanneau
The Merry Fisher 815, Merry Fisher 725 Legende, Cap Camarat 635WA, 555 and Style
Jeanneau's growing strength in the powerboat sector is evident in the robust line-up of new models introduced into the Merry Fisher and Cap Camarat product lines.
MERRY FISHER 815
Liveability and a...
Olympic sailing heroes to open PSP Southampton Boat Show
Fairline Main Stage, 11am, 12th Sept
Gold medal winners Ben Ainslie, Paul Goodison, Iain Percy, Andrew Simpson, Sarah Ayton, Sarah Webb and Pippa Wilson, who are part of Skandia Team GBR, will arrive, with their fellow Olympic team...
Clipper Marine hosts exclusive UK launch of Bavaria 43
Bavaria stand F007 at 11:45am on Friday, September 12th.
Clipper Marine, the UK dealership for Bavaria Sailing Yachts will be hosting the exclusive launch of the new Bavaria 43 model at this year's PSP Southampton Boat Show. The launch is open to all on...
New AIS Splitter from Digital Yacht
The SPL250 on show with Marine Electronics at stand G93
Digital Yacht, maker of the popular AIT250 AIS transponder, has added an optional VHF antenna splitter to its system. This allows the transponder to connect to an existing VHF antenna so that there...















































