2009 London Boat Show

*** Sailing Networks Members, friends and family special ticket offer ***

The London International Boat Show returns to ExCeL from 9th - 18th January 2009, celebrating 55 years of bringing the best of boating to the nation's capital.

With over 500 exhibitors showcasing power, sail boats, dinghies, deck equipment, charter holidays, sailing courses and more, the Show will welcome over 135,000 people and promises to offer something for the enthusiasts and first time visitor alike.

SAILING NETWORKS MEMBERS, FRIENDS AND FAMILY SPECIAL TICKET OFFER

This ticket offer is kindly provided by London Boats Shows and is not available to the public – it is for Sailing Networks members, their friends and family.

You can buy tickets for the London Boat Show at the incredibly low price of £8.50 (normal price £15 at the gate, £12.50 for other advance and discount schemes) and are valid any day including Preview Day. In addition, you get privileged access to the Sailing Clubs and Associations Bar which is next to the Classic Boat Stand.

There is no limit to quantity ordered and to book these tickets, either call 0844 209 0333 in the UK or book online at londonboatshow.com and make sure you quote the Sailing Networks reference code: JGL98

The above telephone number and website are for orders of less than 10 tickets in any one transaction. Orders for 10 or more tickets (still the same price) can only be made by telephoning National Boat Shows group booking ticketing agency on 0207 014 8444.

Note: When ordering tickets you are asked to choose a date: requesting them for the first ‘Preview’ day will produce tickets that are valid for any day of the show.

A single transaction fee of £1.25 applies whether ordering one or any greater number of tickets, which can be purchased right up until the last day of the show.

Because it could take up to 7 days or so for them to arrive by post, tickets purchased shortly before or during the show can be collected on arrival from the advance ticket box office at the main entrance. The most expedient option, for those ordering tickets over the Internet, is to use the website’s 'Print at Home' facility.

Youngsters under 15 yrs go free (up to two per accompanying adult) provided tickets for them are requested when ordering adult tickets.


OPENING HOURS
The 2009 London International Boat Show will be open for the following hours:

Friday 9th January 10am – 7pm Press & Public Preview Day
Saturday 10th January 10am – 7pm Public Day
Sunday 11th January 10am – 7pm Public Day
Monday 12th January 10am – 7pm Public Day
Tuesday 13th January 10am – 7pm Public Day
Wednesday 14th January 10am – 7pm Public Day
Thursday 15th January 10am – 9pm Public Day & Late Night Opening
Friday 16th January 10am – 7pm Public Day
Saturday 17th January 10am – 7pm Public Day
Sunday 18th January 10am – 6pm Public Day
* Please note that public entry is permitted on Press and Public Preview Day .


TRAVELLING TO THE SHOW
ExCeL benefits from great transport links easily accessible by public transport and road.
See an Interactive Travel Guide which shows the rail, tube and DLR links across London.

See the London Travel Connectivity map under the Notice of Race link(!) on the right hand menu which shows a more detailed map of the travel infrastructure around the ExCeL area.

Travelling By Road
When driving to ExCeL London follow signs for Royal Docks, City Airport and ExCeL There is easy access to the M25, M11, A406 and A13. If you’re travelling by car you can contact the AA for information on planning your journey and 24-hour live traffic reports. Contact the AA Roadwatch on +44 (0) 9003 401 100. Alternatively go to their website by clicking here and use their Route Planner to plan your journey. ExCeL London Post Code is E16 1XL

Park 'n' Ride
This will only be in operation when all the car parks at the venue are full. On approaching ExCeL, look out for the road signs marked Park 'n' Ride. If the signs state that it is "OPEN" then follow these signs as it will mean that there are no available parking onsite. If the Park 'n' Ride signs say "CLOSED" then you will need to proceed directly to ExCeL London.
For parking information at ExCeL London see the Onsite Visitor Parking Map under the Sailing Instructions link on the right hand menu.

Travelling Via Public Transport
The Jubilee Line is recommended as the quickest route to ExCeL London. At Canning Town change to the DLR (upstairs on platform 3) for the quick two-stop journey to Custom House for ExCeL Station.
PLEASE NOTE: The Jubilee Line will be closed on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th January 2009. Visitors are advised to use the DLR from Bank station for trains bound for King George V and change at Canning Town for a Beckton bound service.

ExCeL London is located in zone 3 and London Underground tickets are valid on the DLR. It’s recommended that you purchase a return ticket or an All-Day Travelcard to avoid queuing on your journey home.

For further information on how to get to ExCeL from London train and tube stations as well as possible delays and closures, visit Transport for London www.tfl.gov.uk

Eurostar
There is easy access to St Pancras International Station, the terminus for Channel Tunnel high-speed rail services. For further information on Eurostar visit the Eurostar website

Travelling By Air
Located 5-minutes from ExCeL London, by car or taxi, London City Airport offers direct access to over 35 European & UK destinations, with 350 flights per day. For further information or to book a flight please visit www.londoncityairport.com

To download a list of the routes available from London City Airport please click here.
For further information on London's other airports please use the following links:

Heathrow
T: +44 (0)870 0000 123
www.baa.com/heathrow

Gatwick
T: +44 (0)870 000 2468
www.baa.com/gatwick

Stansted
T: +44 (0)870 0000 303
www.baa.com/stansted

Luton
T: +44 (0)1582 405 100
www.london-luton.co.uk