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Meeting Locations:

*Leigh Marina: High Street, Old Leigh, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, SS9 2ES. Please wait outside the large white gates; a member of our team will meet you there. Do not enter the marina without our team.

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*Cockle Wharf: Southend-on-Sea, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, SS9 2ER. You will see my blue “MEETING POINT” sign outside the No 1 Cockleshed Restaurant on the Cockle Beach. Please meet us there. *Do NOT go to Leigh Marina if your itinerary specifies Cockle Wharf.

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We will confirm your specific meeting point on your boat itinerary.

Southend Fireworks Boat Trip

Southend Fireworks Boat Trip

Duration

2 hours

Boat

Starfish

Passengers

Up to 10

Cost

£70.00 per person or privately hire the whole boat for 10 passengers for £700.00

Please note: These trips are weather-dependent and may be cancelled 24-48 hours prior to departure. A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to secure your booking, with the outstanding balance due 7 days before your trip.

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About the trip

Experience the magic of the famous illuminations from the best seat in the house on our exclusive Southend fireworks boat trip. The city’s autumn firework displays are a highlight of the year, and there is simply no better or more memorable way to see them than from the unique vantage point of the water. Avoid the crowds and get a spectacular, front-row view with us.

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The Ultimate View of the Fireworks

Forget trying to find a space on a packed Southend On Sea seafront. When you join us on the water, you are guaranteed a perfect, unobstructed view of the entire dazzling display. Watch as the vibrant colours explode across the night sky, reflecting beautifully on the surface of the Thames Estuary. It’s a breathtaking sensory experience that you will talk about for years to come and a dream opportunity for photographers.

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Your Private Charter for the Southend Illuminations

Make the evening truly special by booking the entire boat for your private group. Our exclusive charter for the Southend illuminations boat trip is perfect for:

A Magical Family Outing: Create lasting memories with your children away from the hustle and bustle.

A Unique Night Out with Friends: Start your Saturday evening with a spectacular show before heading out in town.

An Impressive Corporate Event: Treat your team or clients to a unique and unforgettable hospitality experience.

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Trip Details & Timings

Our fireworks trips are meticulously planned around the official display times to ensure the best possible experience.

Departure: We depart from our base in Leigh-on-Sea shortly before dusk, allowing you to see the coastline light up. Normally its around 18:30hrs & will return at 20:30hrs

The Cruise: We enjoy a gentle cruise along the coast, taking in the sights before we anchor in a prime viewing position off Southend Pier.

Duration: The entire trip lasts approximately 2 hours, returning you safely to the marina or cockle beach shortly after the grand finale.

What to Bring:

To ensure you have the best experience, we recommend bringing the following:

* Warm Clothing: Please dress in layers to stay warm.

* Waterproofs: We advise bringing waterproof outerwear.

* Drinks: Please bring a couple of your preferred beverages.

* Food: You are welcome to bring your own food. Alternatively, we can provide catering from Sara’s Tea Garden for an additional £18.00 per person.

* Camera: Don’t forget your camera to capture the incredible sights and footage you’ll encounter!

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Book Now – Extremely Limited Availability!

Our Southend fireworks boat trip is one of our most popular seasonal offerings and sells out every single year. To avoid disappointment, you must act fast.

We invite you to experience the Southend Fireworks Boat Trip from the privacy of the sea aboard our Starfish (31ft Mitchell) boat, which accommodates only 10 passengers.

If you have a larger group or wish to privately hire our boats, please contact us for more details, as we have a second boat available.

Dates for 2026:

* TBC

* TBC

* (New Years Eve). THIS HAS NOT BEEN CONFIRMED. PRICE & TIMES TBC.

Please note: These trips are weather-dependent and may be cancelled 24-48 hours prior to departure. A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to secure your booking, with the outstanding balance due 7 days before your trip.

Contact us immediately to book your private charter or seat.

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Food & Drink

Top up with water, on the water!
Keeping hydrated at sea is important.

We are offering an afternoon Tea at £18.00 per person from Sara’s Tea Garden in Old Leigh.

You can also bring your own food & drink but ALL food & drink must be consumed outside on deck & not in the wheelhouse.

There are no cooking facilities onboard.

Alcohol is allowed in moderation.

If you would like more information or want to arrange the afternoon tea, please contact us.

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FAQs

The tides in Leigh on Sea do not wait for anybody. The time on your booking is very carefully calculated and is the time we must meet to depart for your trip. If you do find yourself running late or stuck in traffic, please notify us immediately. We will then make the judgement if we will still be able to depart, however any time missed cannot be added to the end of your trip and you will lose that time.

The 50% deposit paid to secure your trip is non-refundable. If we cannot find a suitable alternative date to accommodate your trip, we will offer you the 50% balance you paid as a refund. You will not get the non-refundable deposit back, this can only be used towards another trip.

Our passengers safety is our main priority and if for any reason the weather is too dangerous to go out in, your trip will be cancelled. We will give you as much notice as possible and the weather is checked in the days leading up to each trip. The non-refundable deposit and any balance paid will then be used towards re-booking your trip. Once at sea, if we have to turn back due to bad weather we cannot offer a refund for this as this is out of our hands and your safety is key.

There is no minimum age as long as all children are accompanied by a responsible adult and are on their best behaviour!

Our trips are tide dependant but we are able to go out on most days, its just up to you to get in touch with a date and we will try our very best to accommodate you!

Yes! All of our trips are tailor made and the routes we take depend on what you would like to see on your trip (time and tide dependant). If you have any ideas in mind, please let us know when requesting your booking so we can tell you if they are achievable.

Yes of course, as long as all rubbish is taken with you when you depart, feel free to bring your own food and drink on board. We have no cooking facilities. Plenty of water is also recommended.

We are happy for you to bring your furry friends onboard, however dogs must remain on the deck, they are not allowed inside in the wheelhouse. Please also ensure any mess is cleaned up.

Layering is key for our trips! It can be significantly colder at sea so always ensure you have a coat with you. The majority of your trip will be spent outside on deck so waterproofs are a good choice as it is possible the spray will get you wet when onboard. In the summer months, always wear a hat and ensure you have suntan lotion with you. There is no shelter for shade on deck so please ensure you have taken this into consideration when deciding what to wear.

Sensible footwear is a must onboard our boats! Trainers/deck shoes are a good idea – we suggest you leave your high heels at home!

No, unfortunately not. Although we do offer seal spotting trips, this cannot be guaranteed (although we do see them a lot!) and we accept no responsibility if you are not successful in sighting any. 

Alcohol is allowed, but only in moderation. The boat will turn back to shore if there are any overly intoxicated passengers onboard who are causing disruption to the trip, but please do feel free to bring a glass or two to enjoy yourselves! 

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Southend Fireworks Boat Trip

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Preferred Dates
Factors like tides, other confirmed bookings and the weather may mean that your preferred date and time may not be available. We will, however, endeavour to do our very best to accommodate your preferences.

Meeting Point

Leigh Marina: High Street, Old Leigh, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, SS9 2ES. Please wait outside the large white gates; a member of our team will meet you there. Do not enter the marina without our team.

Cockle Wharf: Southend-on-Sea, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, SS9 2ER. You will see my blue “MEETING POINT” sign outside the No 1 Cockleshed Restaurant on the Cockle Beach. Please meet us there. *Do NOT go to Leigh Marina if your itinerary specifies Cockle Wharf.

We will confirm your specific meeting point on your boat itinerary.