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We know venues. And we know that when it comes to finding a venue space for your event, it can get boring sifting through pubs and restaurants. Luckily, we have a lot of really different spaces on the site. Why not look for a boat party hire in London? You can cruise down the Thames or enjoy your party on a boat that’s moored up in a cool location (HMS Belfast, with views of Tower Bridge, we’re looking at you). Whatever kind of event you’re looking to throw, we can help you find the perfect boat for you. It’ll be a night that you and your guests remember forever.
Boat Party Hire in London: The Coolest Boats For Your Next Event
The Boathouse London, Canary Wharf
With a capacity to host up to 20 people, The Boathouse London - Canary Wharf is an excellent option for corporate events, birthday parties, and more. It’s a jazz bar boat and features a fun bar as well as a terrace that offers sweeping views of the London skyline.
Thames Rockets
Instead of the usual party, why not grab your team and kick off your next event with a ride on the Thames Rockts boats. It’s an excellent way to see the sights of London (perfect if you have team visiting from other parts of the world) and it’s a thrilling experience not to be missed.
Studio 9294 & Number 90 Mary Read Canal Boat
For a quirky boat venue, head to Studio 9294 & Number 90. They have a canal boat that’s available for hire. It has a seated capacity of 30 for dinner inside the boat and weather permitting they can fit up to 60 standing on the roof.
St Katherine’s Boathouse
St Katherine’s Boathouse is 1930s steel barge which has been converted into a modern boathouse. It has 2 decks with 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, and 2 reception areas. It also has a kitchen, dining area, study, and a furnished winter garden. It’s perfect for conferences, team away days, and more.
City Cruises
Pick the boat that suits your event from the fleet of City Cruises. They have small boats that can accommodate as little as 56 people and large ones that can hold up to 500 guests. This is a great option for a brand launch, wedding, birthday, or corporate event. City Cruises are really up for anything and can offer sightseeing tours, lunch, dinner, afternoon tea, or even a Showboat experience. The options are endless with this popular cruise line.
HMS Belfast
Can you believe that you can have an event on this iconic ship? Launched in March 1938, this vessel not only served throughout the Second World War, it also supported UN forces in Korea and remained in service until 1965. It’s been moored in the Thames close to Tower Bridge since October 1971. And as well as exploring the ship during the day as a museum, you can also hire it out for private events. There are seven different spaces you can choose from. Each one accommodates a different number of people ranging from 35-250. It seems like a really unique and interesting place to host your next event.
Skuna Boats
If you’re looking for a fun, low key event for a team social, birthday party, or drinks with friends, Skuna Boat’s BBQ boat is where the fun is. The boat is self-driving with seating for 10 guests, however they have a fleet of 10 boats, meaning you could have up to 100 people at an event.
Absolute Pleasure Yacht
Located in Canary Wharf, Absolute Pleasure Yacht is an ideal spot for several events, year-round. You can have a birthday party, engagement party, hen/stag night, wedding reception, dinner party, cocktail party, Christmas party, and more in this venue. They offer both catered and self-catered packages and can fit up to 40 people. Plus, they can accommodate guests overnight.
The Boathouse London
This canal boat is seriously gorgeous and you can find it in Paddington. It can seat up to 30 guests and even offer catering. Choose from lunches to canapes, or a 5-course private dining menu. Whatever you’re looking to do, odds are they can help you achieve it. This boat party hire in London is an excellent space for supper clubs, brunches, meetings, product launches, and film screenings.
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