London Boat Show 7th - 16th Jan 2011.

Richard Shead

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For some, the words “London Boat Show” fill you with the same level of excitement as Noddy Holders car dealer on the 1st Jan…..

For others its like hearing said artists record for the first time in early Nov….

Either way its here and its on from the 7th – 16th January 2010 at London ExCel.

And now for the hard sell….

Once more we will be there in force and here are just a few things we will be doing.

Visit stand A59 (by N9) where you will be able to pick up the latest issue of your favourite boating magazine. You can’t miss it as we have some rather fancy (and expensive) Chinese lanterns displaying each magazines logo so look to the sky...

Take advantage of our special show subscription offer to ensure you receive your favourite magazine each month or why not sign up for another?

Whilst there why not sign up for the twice weekly ybw.com email news letter featuring all the latest news, competitions, boats for sale and much much more.

And finally the BIG COMPETITION!

Due to the overwhelming popularity of the Apple iPad at Southampton we have decided to do it once more!

Visit the stand (A59) fill in the form and pop it in the box for your chance to win an iPad 3G complete with Navionics app, what could be simpler!

And there’s more….

Black and White Bar in association with ybw.com

Its back and it serves more than just the black stuff so makes sure you make time for at least one pint and help yourself to some very fancy ybw.com beer mats…..a must for any cockpit….. North Hall, western end.

Cruising Chute

Come along to the Cruising Chute feature which is in the western end of the South Hall where John Goode will be demonstrating how get the most out of your cruising chute. This is a live demonstration using a full rig and sails and having seen it, its not one to miss.

And finally there will be members of the editorial team from all titles there throughout the week if you want any advice or simply want to say hello, then head for stand A59 (N9).

In addition I will be there with my team (mostly boaters, power and sail) should there not be a specific member of editorial on the stand when you pass.

Naturally all forum members (friend or foe) are welcome; if you are planning to turn up on mass please advise me before hand!

And lastly be sure to check out our micro site for information on how to get to the show, ticket prices / deals and everything else you need to make it a day out to remember.

See you there….

Richard
 
Thanks Richard for the info but its too dam cold for me so I am going sailing in 30 degree heat next week.

Thanks for the help in the past may see you at SIBS later in the year
 
Stand D10 Ullman Sails.

Tell you what. I will come and see you if you come and see us at Ullman Sails Stand D10. We may even have some beer hidden away behind the stand for special guests.
 
Premier Park & Ride

email just received:


London Boat Show starts this Friday - book your 'Park and Ride' space now!

This year, National Boat Shows is working with Lucketts Travel and Premier Marinas to offer visitors a new return coach service to the Tullett Prebon London International Boat Show 2011. The service will operate from a series of locations across the south and costs just £28 per adult including show entry! (£15 per child).

Four of Premier's marinas are being used as pick up points for the service including Eastbourne, Brighton, Port Solent and Swanwick Marinas. At these marina sites customers can enjoy free parking for the day and a comfortable, door to door, return coach journey to London Boat Show provided by Lucketts and National Boat Shows.

Coaches are running on Saturday 8th, Sunday 9th, Thursday 13th (Port Solent and Swanwick only) Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th January 2011. They will depart at approximately 8am (TBC on booking) each morning, with the return journey commencing at 5.30pm (TBC on booking) from ExCel, leaving you plenty of time to enjoy a fun packed day at the show!

In addition to Premier Marinas' sites, National Boat Shows have organised a range of alternative pick up points from the south, including Basingstoke, Camberly, Fleet and Poole. To book your place, call Lucketts now on 0845 389 0655 or read more below on the London Boat Show website.
 
Just talking about you on the way home

I will be there from 0800 so when you can if you want a bacon sarnie! (staff only...!)

See you there, I have ironed your shirt...
 
Unpleasant Boatshow

One of my most unpleasant experiences. No consideration for those of limited mobility. No powered scooters for hire. Entrance at the wrong end fforcing a very long walk from the platform.

If you're of limited mobility I would seriously recommend DO NOT GO.
 
Entrance at the wrong end fforcing a very long walk from the platform.

Entrance at the right end if you got off at Prince Regent, not Custom House. Unfortunately, DLR staff and recorded messages just announced Custom House for Excel West, and Prince Regent for Excel East. Useless if you didn't know which part of Excel the boats were in (and why would you - didn't see that prominently displayed anywhere in the promo stuff)
 
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