Have the boat to yourselves
Chartering one of our ferries is a different way to get out on the water. Whether you are marking a birthday or an anniversary, bringing family together, or simply want a few hours on the Colne with friends, we will help you plan a trip around your group.
Where you can go
- A private harbour tour, taking in the moored yachts and working boats, and Cindery Island with its saltmarsh birdlife
- Up the River Colne to Wivenhoe or Rowhedge
- Out along the coastline, or an evening trip to catch the sunset over the creek
Tell us what you have in mind and we will tell you what is possible on your date and tide.
Who can come aboard
Our ferries are MCA certified and licensed to carry up to 12 passengers. Dogs are very welcome — plenty of our charters have four-legged passengers. Children are welcome too, and a private harbour tour is a good way for them to spot wildlife without a timetable to keep to.
The ferries are open boats, so please dress for cold, rain and spray whatever the forecast. There is a landing ramp and our crew will always help you aboard. If anyone in your group has particular access needs, tell us when you enquire and we will talk it through with you.
Cost
Charter starts at £150.00 for the first hour. Further hours are priced on application, as it depends where you would like to go and how long you would like to be out.
How to arrange it
Private charter is arranged directly with the Harbour Office rather than booked online. Contact us with your preferred date, rough timings, how many are coming and what you would like to do, and we will come back to you.
- Telephone 01206 302 200
- Email mail@brightlingseaharbour.org
- Or message us on Facebook