The Sail, Power & Watersports Show returns to Earls Court in November 2008
September 5, 2008 by Peta Stuart-Hunt - PR Works | 0 comments
The event for all water enthusiasts is back...better than ever... from Wednesday 26th November – Sunday 30th November
On Wednesday 26th November 2008, Earls Court is once again throwing open its doors to welcome thousands of watersports enthusiasts to five action-packed days of pre-Christmas fun in London at the new-look Sail, Power and Watersports Show. Back by popular demand but in a different guise, this show is returning to the iconic Earls Court venue to deliver even more entertainment, exciting new products, interaction, education and hospitality for the entire family.
James Brooke, Managing Director of the Sail, Power & Watersports Show, said: “We’re very excited about delivering a show that’s even better than last years. It will inspire a new generation of mariner – competitive and leisure – and attract families that may not have otherwise considered getting afloat. Earls Court is the perfect venue for a show providing unique features in a central London location.”
It’s much more than just a boat show!
Children under 16 get free admission
The show has been re-branded to reach a new audience of water-loving families and to attract the next generation into the wonderful world of watersports. Children under 16 will have free admission and there will be so much to see and do. Olympic heroes and heroines are attending and visitors can watch spectacular wakeboard stunts, enjoy the biggest powerboat display in London and thrill to the regular appearances from the Royal Marines Commando Display Team. The organisers won’t make rash promises, especially so near Christmas, but it is also rumoured that Father Christmas will be dropping in to hand out presents!
World’s biggest boat auction
New for this year is the biggest boat auction ever seen with Show partners Boatshed. It’s a live event that will be seen worldwide via the event’s new website, www.earlscourt2008.com <http://www.earlscourt2008.com/>. There will be a ‘Top 100’ boats for sale, including dinghies, canoes, RIBs, sports boats, family cruisers, tenders, jet-skis, motor boats, classic yachts and powerboats. It’s an opportunity for Show visitors to buy every type of boat, from modern day cruisers to classic powerboats and historic racing yachts.
Hundreds of boats will be on display and this year the show has been designed to embrace the wider boating communities for a celebration all under one roof. Now in its second year, this show has proven popular with both visitors and exhibitors, providing a mix of family fun, boats to see, people to meet and things to do. Earls Court is a venue that several generations of boating enthusiasts hold close to their hearts with its central pool marina and balcony in Earls Court 1 and the surrounding bars, restaurants and shops that will be buzzing as London prepares for Christmas.
The Dinghy Sailing Magazine-supported Dinghy Zone will feature a display of racing dinghies including Championship and Olympic dinghies in addition to starter dinghies that are ideal for entry-level sailing. This zone will be opened by some of Great Britain’s 2008 Olympic heroes and heroines to help inspire and encourage a new generation to participate in our sport.
Visitors will also be impressed by a unique exhibition of marine art, a classic boat display, a marine electronics village, the RIB International RIB Zone, the Inland Waterways World, the Raymarine YJA Yachtsman of the Year Gallery, a Charter and Destinations Zone for holidays around the world, a Chandlery Village hosting the top names in marine fashion, and of course the famous GUINNESS Bar.
There’s something for everyone
If you want to get afloat for the first time there’ll be plenty of choice. Whether you’re looking to spend £100 or £1million on a new or used boat, you’ll find expert advice on training, insurance and finance. This show also provides a one-stop shop to get you afloat with support from marinas, chandlers and electronic navigation suppliers, as well as exhibiting a huge range of watersports accessories including kite-surfing kits, wetsuits, life jackets, sunglasses and clothing.
