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Sailing Barge Victor a traditionally rigged 19th century sailing vessel with comfortable modern facilities

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Company

Sailing Barge Victor

Website

http://www.sbvictor.co.uk/

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Phone Number

01473 258070

Location

Common Quay
Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 1BY
United Kingdom

Company Details

Hours of Operation

Public Cruises: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday during June - Sept 2016.
Birds by Barge: Saturdays and Sundays on selected dates Nov 2016 - Feb 2017.

More About Sailing Barge Victor

Enjoy river cruises and sailing trips along the River Orwell

Sailing Barge Victor is an historic sailing ship offering cruises along the River Orwell and the coastal waters around Ipswich. Victor is available for private and corporate hire, and also runs a schedule of public cruises throughout the summer.

Built in Ipswich’s Dock End Yard in 1895 Victor was built to be a hard-working vessel, and was first used to collect linseed from farms around the East Coast and take the processed linseed oil to London. During WWII she transported munitions to warships from Chatham dock, and was almost destroyed when a ship lying alongside took a direct hit.

After many more years of varied use (including a short spell as a strip club!) Victor was sympathetically restored in 2006 and is now a first-class passenger vessel.

Boasting modern facilities such as a professional galley, contemporary toilets and showers, audio visual equipment and facilities for live music, the barge is a wonderful and unique venue for private and business parties and events for up to 40 passengers.

Public Scheduled Cruises

For most people the chance to be out on the water is a rare experience, and a memorable one - there’s nothing so nice, as the song says, as “messing about on the river”. We think it’s even nicer when the boat you’re on is a glorious old sailing vessel rather than a modern fibreglass “tourist cruiser”!

On one of Victor’s summer cruises you can enjoy a relaxing afternoon or evening on the river, sailing down the beautiful River Orwell, enjoying a drink and refreshments on board as you watch the scenery drift by.

Suffolk Cream Tea Cruise

A whole afternoon’s peaceful cruise along the river, including freshly-baked fruit and plain scones with clotted cream and jam, plus tea or coffee.

Wednesdays from June to September.

Depart 13.00hrs, return 17.00hrs

To book this cruise..Email: [email protected] Tel: 01473 258070

Suffolk High Tea Cruise

A whole afternoon’s peaceful cruise along the river, including an assortment of freshly sandwiches and cake, plus tea or coffee.

Sundays afternoon from June to September.

Depart 13.00hrs, return 17.00hrs

To book this cruise..Email: [email protected] Tel: 01473 258070

Supper Cruise

Take in the sunset from the deck then enjoy a delicious, freshly-cooked hot supper before sailing back under the stars. Vegetarian options available (please advise of any special dietary requirements when booking). Folk music entertainment will be available on selected evenings please check when making your booking if your preference is for our popular "Folk on the Water" evening.

Fridays from June to September

Depart 18.30hrs, return 22.00hrs

All departures are from The Old Custom’s House, Ipswich Dock, IP4 1FH.

To book this cruise..Email: [email protected] Tel: 01473 258070

Suffolk Picnic Cruise

New for the 2016 season - Enjoy a relaxing cruise along the River Orwell whilst enjoying your own food.

Tuesdays from June to September

Depart 13.00hrs, return 17.00hrs

All departures are from The Old Custom’s House, Ipswich Dock, IP4 1FH.

To book this cruise..Email: [email protected] Tel: 01473 258070

Pin Mill Barge Match - 16th July 2016

The Thames Barge Match is on the 16th July, hosted by the Pin Mill Sailing Club, it takes place every year. This is a popular event so please book early to avoid disappointment. Tel: 01473 258070 or email: [email protected].

A rare opportunity to get out on the water and close to the action of an historic Thames Barge Match - a series of races between these graceful sailing vessels which has been an annual event since 1863.

Departure & return times will depend on tides and will be confirmed when booking, but be prepared for an early start! Bring your own picnic - drinks available on board.

Bespoke Cruises and Events

Accommodating up to 40 passengers, Victor is an inspired choice as a venue for a private party or business event. No-one is likely to forget an office party, wedding reception, family reunion or board meeting aboard a historic sailing barge!

The barge is stable, comfortable, safe and well-equipped, with modern facilities on-board and a range of catering options available, plus a licensed bar. There are also facilities on board for live music, plus AV equipment for those important business presentations.

You decide what you want to do on-board – just cruise along the river, stop somewhere for lunch, do some bird-watching… you have a whole 6 hours to enjoy. Help hoist the sails and take the helm, or just sit back and relax, it’s up to you. Why not continue your event with a quayside party so you can invite extra guests after your river cruise?

Why not extend your day aboard Sailing Barge Victor by hosting a quayside a party on the Ipswich Waterfront outside the Old Custom House, a picturesque setting for a special occasion.

Discuss your catering options with Victor’s food partners Taylor Maid Catering. For more informaton contact Val at [email protected] Tel: 01473 427007. A self-catering option also available.

Sailing Barge Victor is available for exclusive hire from June to September. Contact the Ipswich Tourist Information office for current prices and to make your booking.

Bird-Watching Cruises With RSPB - November 2016 - February 2017

Don’t miss the opportunity to experience one of East Anglia’s finest wildlife spectacles and see thousands of birds on the magnificent estuary. This half-day cruise includes hot drinks and all-day breakfast-in-a-bun, plus local RSPB experts will be on board to help you get the most out of your ‘twitching’.

Bird-watching cruises depart from Ha’Penny Pier, Harwich (Satnav: CO12 3HH).

See the Sailing Barge Victor website for upcoming cruise dates.

For all booking enquiries please contact Ipswich Tourist Information Centre and mention Sailing Barge Victor.

Email: [email protected]

Tel: 01473 258070

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Folk on a Boat - Last Concert in Series

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Posted on 11/06/2016

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Posted on 10/06/2016

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The popular Ipswich folk music nights aboard the sailing barge Victor have begun a new winter season.The next session is on Friday 11th December. Doors open at 7.30pm and the entertainment...

Posted on 10/06/2016

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Historic Docks Talk and Slideshow

A talk and slideshow on the history of Ipswich Docks is taking place on Friday 8th January.The illustrated talk, entitled “170 Years of Life around Ipswich Docks”, will be presented...

Posted on 10/06/2016

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Posted on 10/06/2016

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Posted on 09/06/2016

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Folk On A Boat

The popular series of folk music evenings on the historic sailing barge Victor on Ipswich Waterfront continues on Friday 27th March.The resident band is Hunt the Wren but all are welcome...

Posted on 08/06/2016

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Folk Music Afloat

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Posted on 08/06/2016

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Suffolk Picnic Cruises Aboard Sailing Barge Victor

Join us for a Suffolk Picnic Cruise and bring your own food. Our cruises are designed for families, friendship groups and...