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Boat Trips
The Viking Saga departs from the sea wall between Promenade Park and The Hythe for 40 minute excursions out past Heybridge Basin towards Osea Island and then back in the opposite direction. Longer trips are also available.
The Thames Sailing Barge Trust provide small group half day, full day, weekend and charter sails to the public.
Full details on trips currently available can be found on the Trust’s website
All trips will have no more than 12 passengers plus the crew. The Trust is a registered charity and all income raised is used to keep its two barges sailing.
Essex Waterways run one hour trips along the Chelmer & Blackwater Navigation from Heybridge Basin.
Topsail Charters operate sailing barge trips from Maldon's Hythe Quay
Why not take one of these cruises?
Saturday 18th April 2026 | 12.45-14.45 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
TWO ISLAND CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Leaving the Quay, the barge heads down river past the Victorian Promenade Park; past the statue of Byrhtnoth guarding Maldon against marauding Vikings; Northey Island which is a bird reserve owned by the National Trust; Heybridge Basin, the entrance to the Chelmer and Blackwater Canal; Mill Beach with it’s colourful beach huts on legs and finally towards the privately owned O
Adults £34, children £24 (Add on Ploughman's £16.00 pp, Smoked Fish Platter (2 people £40.)
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Sunday 19th April 2026 | 13.30-15.30 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
CREAM TEA CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a leisurely cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Add cream tea of freshly baked scone with cream and jam, tea or coffee
Adults £34, Children £24. Add cream tea £7.50
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Monday 20th April 2026 | 14.15-16.15 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
AFTERNOON TEA CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes tea of : Homemade Victoria Sponge, freshly baked scone with cream and jam, tea or coffee
Adults £44, children £34
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Saturday 25th April 2026 | 07.30-19.30 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
SECRETS OF THE BLACKWATER DAY SAIL
Essex as you have never seen it. A really relaxing day exploring the length of the River Blackwater. Fully catered with morning coffee, lunch and tea.
Adults £75.00 Children £55.00
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Tuesday 28th April 2026 | 10.00-12.00 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
MORNING COFFEE CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a leisurely cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Add optional homemade chocolate brownie with tea or coffee
Adults £34, children £24. Add brownie and drink @ £6.50
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Friday 1st May 2026 | 12.15-14.15 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
TWO ISLAND LUNCH CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes lunch of : Ham and Cheese Ploughmans served with homemade coleslaw; Tomato, Cucumber and Basil Salad; Mixed Leaves Salad; Chutneys and Pickles; Granary Bread and butter. Followed by Fruit Crumble with Cream
Adults £49, children £39
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Sunday 3rd May 2026 | 13.15-15.15 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
CREAM TEA CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a leisurely cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Add cream tea of freshly baked scone with cream and jam, tea or coffee
Adults £34, Children £24. Add cream tea £7.50
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Monday 4th May 2026 | 13.45-15.45 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
CREAM TEA CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a leisurely cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Add cream tea of freshly baked scone with cream and jam, tea or coffee
Adults £34, Children £24. Add cream tea £7.50
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Wednesday 6th May 2026 | 14.45-16.45 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
AFTERNOON TEA CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes tea of : Homemade Victoria Sponge, freshly baked scone with cream and jam, tea or coffee
Adults £44, children £34
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Sunday 10th May 2026 | 06.30-18.30 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
HANDS-ON DAY SAIL
Join us for a participation day sailing on the Rivers Blackwater past Osea Island, Tollesbury Creek and Mersea Island and head into the Colne for a lovely lunch. The crew will get you involved in all aspects of sailing a historic Thames Sailing Barge, including hoisting the sails, taking the wheel, winding leeboards, raising the anchor and learn how such a large craft could be sailed by only two men.
Fully Catered
Adults £120.00
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
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Thursday 14th May 2026 | 10.00-12.00 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
MORNING COFFEE CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a leisurely cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Add optional homemade chocolate brownie with tea or coffee
Adults £34, children £24. Add brownie and drink @ £6.50
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Tuesday 19th May 2026 | 14.00-16.00 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
AFTERNOON TEA CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes tea of : Homemade Victoria Sponge, freshly baked scone with cream and jam, tea or coffee
Adults £44, children £34
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Saturday 23rd May 2026 | 17.30-19.30 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
GRAPE AND GRAIN CRUISE
A Two Island Cruise from Maldon Quay past Northey Island to Osea Island and back.
Add a glass of locally produced wine or bitter and an English Cheese Grazing Platter.
Adults £34. Children £24.00. Cheese Grazing Platter with Beer or Wine £10.50pp.
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Sunday 24th May 2026 | 07.00-19.00 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
SECRETS OF THE BLACKWATER DAY SAIL
Essex as you have never seen it. A really relaxing day exploring the length of the River Blackwater. Fully catered with morning coffee, lunch and tea.
Adults £75.00 Children £55.00
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Thursday 28th May 2026 | 10.15-12.15 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
MORNING COFFEE CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a leisurely cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Add optional homemade chocolate brownie with tea or coffee
Adults £34, children £24. Add brownie and drink @ £6.50
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Monday 1st June 2026 | 12.45-14.45 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
TWO ISLAND LUNCH CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes lunch of : Ham and Cheese Ploughmans served with homemade coleslaw; Tomato, Cucumber and Basil Salad; Mixed Leaves Salad; Chutneys and Pickles; Granary Bread and butter. Followed by Fruit Crumble with Cream
Adults £49, children £39
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Wednesday 3rd June 2026 | 14.00-16.00 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
AFTERNOON TEA CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes tea of : Homemade Victoria Sponge, freshly baked scone with cream and jam, tea or coffee
Adults £44, children £34
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Saturday 6th June 2026 | 04.30-17.00 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
BLACKWATER BARGE RACE
Follow the racing barges for a great spectator day. Bring your cameras !
Fully catered from Breakfast to tea.
Adults £75, children £55
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Saturday 6th June 2026 | 04.30-17.00 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
BLACKWATER RACING DAY
Join the crew of Reminder for an exciting days racing - the Skipper will pull out all the stops to win those cups.
Fully catered from Breakfast to tea.
Adults £150 (option to add overnight stay £25)
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Tuesday 9th June 2026 | 18.30-20.00 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
SUNSET CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Bring a picnic or add a Cheese and Ham Ploughmans or Fish Platter
Adults £34. Add Ploughmans @ £16, Smoked Fish @ £24
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
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Wednesday 10th June 2026 | 19.30-21.30 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
SUNSET CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Bring a picnic or add a Cheese and Ham Ploughmans or Fish Platter
Adults £34. Add Ploughmans @ £16, Smoked Fish @ £24
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Friday 12th June 2026 | 09.30-11.30 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
MORNING COFFEE CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a leisurely cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Add optional homemade chocolate brownie with tea or coffee
Adults £34, children £24. Add brownie and drink @ £6.50
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Sunday 14th June 2026 | 11.15-13.15 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
BRUNCH CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a leisurely cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Add large Huffer roll with sausage, bacon and egg
Adults £34, Children £24, add Huffer £10.50
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Monday 15th June 2026 | 12.00-14.00 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
TWO ISLAND LUNCH CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes lunch of : Ham and Cheese Ploughmans served with homemade coleslaw; Tomato, Cucumber and Basil Salad; Mixed Leaves Salad; Chutneys and Pickles; Granary Bread and butter. Followed by Fruit Crumble with Cream
Adults £49, children £39
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Wednesday 17th June 2026 | 13.45-15.45 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
AFTERNOON TEA CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes tea of : Homemade Victoria Sponge, freshly baked scone with cream and jam, tea or coffee
Adults £44, children £34
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Sunday 21st June 2026 | 06.00-17.00 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
SECRETS OF THE BLACKWATER DAY SAIL
Essex as you have never seen it. A really relaxing day exploring the length of the River Blackwater. Fully catered with morning coffee, lunch and tea.
Adults £75.00 Children £55.00
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Sunday 21st June 2026 | 06.00-17.00 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
HANDS-ON DAY SAIL
Join us for a participation day sailing on the Rivers Blackwater past Osea Island, Tollesbury Creek and Mersea Island and head into the Colne for a lovely lunch. The crew will get you involved in all aspects of sailing a historic Thames Sailing Barge, including hoisting the sails, taking the wheel, winding leeboards, raising the anchor and learn how such a large craft could be sailed by only two men.
Fully Catered
Adults £120.00
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Tuesday 23rd June 2026 | 19.00-21.00 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
SUNSET CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Bring a picnic or add a Cheese and Ham Ploughmans or Fish Platter
Adults £34. Add Ploughmans @ £16, Smoked Fish @ £24
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Friday 26th June 2026 | 09.30-11.30 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
MORNING COFFEE CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a leisurely cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Add optional homemade chocolate brownie with tea or coffee
Adults £34, children £24. Add brownie and drink @ £6.50
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Sunday 28th June 2026 | 11.15-13.15 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
TWO ISLAND CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Leaving the Quay, the barge heads down river past the Victorian Promenade Park; past the statue of Byrhtnoth guarding Maldon against marauding Vikings; Northey Island which is a bird reserve owned by the National Trust; Heybridge Basin, the entrance to the Chelmer and Blackwater Canal; Mill Beach with it’s colourful beach huts on legs and finally towards the privately owned O
Adults £34, children £24 (Add on Ploughman's £16.00 pp, Smoked Fish Platter £24.00pp)
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
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Monday 29th June 2026 | 11.45-13.45 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
TWO ISLAND LUNCH CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes lunch of : Ham and Cheese Ploughmans served with homemade coleslaw; Tomato, Cucumber and Basil Salad; Mixed Leaves Salad; Chutneys and Pickles; Granary Bread and butter. Followed by Fruit Crumble with Cream
Adults £49, children £39
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Thursday 2nd July 2026 | 13.45-15.45 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
AFTERNOON TEA CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes tea of : Homemade Victoria Sponge, freshly baked scone with cream and jam, tea or coffee
Adults £44, children £34
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Sunday 5th July 2026 | 15.30-17.30 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
GRAPE AND GRAIN CRUISE
A Two Island Cruise from Maldon Quay past Northey Island to Osea Island and back.
Add a glass of locally produced wine or bitter and an English Cheese Grazing Platter.
Adults £34. Children £24.00. Cheese Grazing Platter with Beer or Wine £10.50pp.
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Thursday 9th July 2026 | 19.00-21.00 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
SUNSET CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Bring a picnic or add a Cheese and Ham Ploughmans or Fish Platter
Adults £34. Add Ploughmans @ £16, Smoked Fish @ £24
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Thursday 9th July 2026 | 07.30-19.30 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
SECRETS OF THE BLACKWATER DAY SAIL
Essex as you have never seen it. A really relaxing day exploring the length of the River Blackwater. Fully catered with morning coffee, lunch and tea.
Adults £75.00 Children £55.00
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Monday 13th July 2026 | 11.00-13.00 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
MORNING COFFEE CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a leisurely cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Add optional homemade chocolate brownie with tea or coffee
Adults £34, children £24. Add brownie and drink @ £6.50
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Tuesday 14th July 2026 | 11.45-13.45 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
TWO ISLAND LUNCH CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes lunch of : Ham and Cheese Ploughmans served with homemade coleslaw; Tomato, Cucumber and Basil Salad; Mixed Leaves Salad; Chutneys and Pickles; Granary Bread and butter. Followed by Fruit Crumble with Cream
Adults £49, children £39
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Friday 17th July 2026 | 14.15-16.15 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
AFTERNOON TEA CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes tea of : Homemade Victoria Sponge, freshly baked scone with cream and jam, tea or coffee
Adults £44, children £34
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Thursday 23rd July 2026 | 19.15-20.45 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
SUNSET CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Bring a picnic or add a Cheese and Ham Ploughmans or Fish Platter
Adults £34. Add Ploughmans @ £16, Smoked Fish @ £24
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Monday 27th July 2026 | 10.45-12.45 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
MORNING COFFEE CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a leisurely cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Add optional homemade chocolate brownie with tea or coffee
Adults £34, children £24. Add brownie and drink @ £6.50
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
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Wednesday 29th July 2026 | 12.15-14.15 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
TWO ISLAND LUNCH CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes lunch of : Ham and Cheese Ploughmans served with homemade coleslaw; Tomato, Cucumber and Basil Salad; Mixed Leaves Salad; Chutneys and Pickles; Granary Bread and butter. Followed by Fruit Crumble with Cream
Adults £49, children £39
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Monday 3rd August 2026 | 15.00-17.00 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
AFTERNOON TEA CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes tea of : Homemade Victoria Sponge, freshly baked scone with cream and jam, tea or coffee
Adults £44, children £34
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Friday 7th August 2026 | 18.15-20.15 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
SUNSET CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Bring a picnic or add a Cheese and Ham Ploughmans or Fish Platter
Adults £34. Add Ploughmans @ £16, Smoked Fish @ £24
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Saturday 8th August 2026 | 08.00-19.00 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
SECRETS OF THE BLACKWATER DAY SAIL
Essex as you have never seen it. A really relaxing day exploring the length of the River Blackwater. Fully catered with morning coffee, lunch and tea.
Adults £75.00 Children £55.00
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Tuesday 11th August 2026 | 10.45-12.45 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
MORNING COFFEE CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a leisurely cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Add optional homemade chocolate brownie with tea or coffee
Adults £34, children £24. Add brownie and drink @ £6.50
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Thursday 13th August 2026 | 12.30-14.30 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
TWO ISLAND LUNCH CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes lunch of : Ham and Cheese Ploughmans served with homemade coleslaw; Tomato, Cucumber and Basil Salad; Mixed Leaves Salad; Chutneys and Pickles; Granary Bread and butter. Followed by Fruit Crumble with Cream
Adults £49, children £39
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Friday 14th August 2026 | 13.15-15.15 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
AFTERNOON TEA CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes tea of : Homemade Victoria Sponge, freshly baked scone with cream and jam, tea or coffee
Adults £44, children £34
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Sunday 16th August 2026 | 14.30-16.30 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
CREAM TEA CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a leisurely cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Add cream tea of freshly baked scone with cream and jam, tea or coffee
Adults £34, Children £24. Add cream tea £7.50
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Saturday 22nd August 2026 | 07.45-20.45 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
HANDS-ON DAY SAIL
Join us for a participation day sailing on the Rivers Blackwater past Osea Island, Tollesbury Creek and Mersea Island and head into the Colne for a lovely lunch. The crew will get you involved in all aspects of sailing a historic Thames Sailing Barge, including hoisting the sails, taking the wheel, winding leeboards, raising the anchor and learn how such a large craft could be sailed by only two men.
Fully Catered
Adults £120.00
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Tuesday 25th August 2026 | 10.45-12.45 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
MORNING COFFEE CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a leisurely cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Add optional homemade chocolate brownie with tea or coffee
Adults £34, children £24. Add brownie and drink @ £6.50
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
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Tuesday 25th August 2026 | 10.45-12.45 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
MORNING COFFEE CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a leisurely cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Add optional homemade chocolate brownie with tea or coffee
Adults £34, children £24. Add brownie and drink @ £6.50
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Friday 28th August 2026 | 12.30-14.30 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
TWO ISLAND LUNCH CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes lunch of : Ham and Cheese Ploughmans served with homemade coleslaw; Tomato, Cucumber and Basil Salad; Mixed Leaves Salad; Chutneys and Pickles; Granary Bread and butter. Followed by Fruit Crumble with Cream
Adults £49, children £39
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Tuesday 1st September 2026 | 14.30-16.30 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
AFTERNOON TEA CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes tea of : Homemade Victoria Sponge, freshly baked scone with cream and jam, tea or coffee
Adults £44, children £34
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Saturday 5th September 2026 | 06.30-18.30 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
SECRETS OF THE BLACKWATER DAY SAIL
Essex as you have never seen it. A really relaxing day exploring the length of the River Blackwater. Fully catered with morning coffee, lunch and tea.
Adults £75.00 Children £55.00
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Wednesday 9th September 2026 | 10.45-12.45 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
MORNING COFFEE CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a leisurely cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Add optional homemade chocolate brownie with tea or coffee
Adults £34, children £24. Add brownie and drink @ £6.50
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Friday 11th September 2026 | 12.15-14.15 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
TWO ISLAND LUNCH CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes lunch of : Ham and Cheese Ploughmans served with homemade coleslaw; Tomato, Cucumber and Basil Salad; Mixed Leaves Salad; Chutneys and Pickles; Granary Bread and butter. Followed by Fruit Crumble with Cream
Adults £49, children £39
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Tuesday 15th September 2026 | 14.30-16.30 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
AFTERNOON TEA CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes tea of : Homemade Victoria Sponge, freshly baked scone with cream and jam, tea or coffee
Adults £44, children £34
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Thursday 24th September 2026 | 10.30-12.30 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
MORNING COFFEE CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a leisurely cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Add optional homemade chocolate brownie with tea or coffee
Adults £34, children £24. Add brownie and drink @ £6.50
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Wednesday 30th September 2026 | 14.15-16.15 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon
AFTERNOON TEA CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes tea of : Homemade Victoria Sponge, freshly baked scone with cream and jam, tea or coffee
Adults £44, children £34
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
