Bank Holiday Monday Picnic Cruises
New for 2019 Bank Holiday Monday Picnic Cruises. Pack up your picnic and enjoy a relaxing sail on the historic Sailing Barge Victor. Departing from the Old Custom House at Ipswich Dock, pass through the marina lock gates and out onto the beautiful and historic River Orwell.


Time & Location
22 Apr 2019, 11:00 – 26 Aug 2019, 16:00
Old Custom House, Old Custom House, Common Quay, Ipswich IP4 1BY, UK
About The Event
Pack up your picnic and enjoy a relaxing sail on the historic Sailing Barge Victor. Departing from the Old Custom House at Ipswich Dock, pass through the marina lock gates and out onto the beautiful and historic River Orwell, travelling under the iconic Orwell Bridge. We will take a leisurely sail along the River Orwell and provide a suitable time and place for you to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery whilst you enjoy your own picnic.
All drinks consumed must be purchased from our well stocked bar. Please note that the bar is cash only.
Tickets: £29
Under 16s: £19
Under 5s: Free (one free child per adult)
Sailing Times: Departs: 11.00am Returns: 4.00pm*
Departs from: Old Custom House, Common Quay, Ipswich, IP4 1BY
Please Note:
Under 16s must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Please arrive a minimum of 15 mins before departure time as sailing times are constrained by tides and cannot be delayed under any circumstances.
*Please be advised that return times are not guaranteed due to the operation of the lock gates which is beyond our control.
This cruise is a none-catered cruise, but you are welcome to bring along your own picnic. All drinks consumed must be purchased from our well stocked bar, which is cash only.
Due to the historic nature of the barge, access onto and around the barge is limited. Please contact the Ipswich Tourist Information Centre for further details or if you have any concerns.
In the event of insufficient numbers, adverse weather or mechanical failure, Sailing Barge Victor reserves the right to offer a full refund or places on an alternative cruise date. See www.sbvictor.co.uk for full terms and conditions of sailing.