At Blue Funnel we pride ourselves on our excellent service and attention to detail. It is a unique venue with spectacular ever-changing scenery. We offer scheduled public cruises and bespoke private packages such as Corporate hire or Wedding receptions all sailing from Southampton.
Enjoy perfect views of Southampton from the water along with the great history of the port. See the cruise ships when in dock and visit the spot where the ill-fated Titanic was berthed before her maiden voyage. Our large catamaran style vessel provides a stable platform for venues alongside and sailing. Having two heated saloons and large sundecks she can be enjoyed all year round for any occasion. Our on-board chef provides a varied menu from simple finger buffets up to 5 course silver services dinners. With a large dance floor we can host discos and live bands. The boat offers full facilities with well stocked bars on both decks.
Private Hire Providing the perfect venue for a memorable day/evening out, our vessel is suitable for any kind of Company, Wedding or Private Function, all year round. Whatever your event then we have the ability to help you enjoy a function with a difference. Listed below are some of our popular events. contact us for more information or a tailored quote.
WEDDING RECEPTIONS Hire our vessel for your special day. Tailored packages can be arranged for your day and or evening celebration. This truly is a venue with a difference, adding the wow factor to your day. If you would like to talk to our Wedding coordinator or for us to send you our current brochure please do not hesitate in contacting us.
CONFERENCES Our vessel provides the ideal venue with a difference for any conference in Southampton, with the ability to come in and out of port frequently, you will have no problem getting your guests on and off the vessel at your pleasure. Slowly cruising around the local area you will enjoy the benefits of great views from a unique venue. The hire of conference equipment, such as flip charts or TV and videos can be arranged through us, at reasonable rates. For more information on Conferences contact us.
CLIENT/EMPLOYEE ENTERTAINMENT Our vessel is often used to entertain either current or prospective clients by taking them out cruising around the Solent and Southampton Waters. We have several customers who treat their employees to a function onboard with food and a disco as a thanks for their efforts.
YACHT RACING Events such as COWES WEEK and the start and end of ROUND THE WORLD RACES prove to be popular times for corporate outings. Our vessels have large open decks for excellent viewing of all types of yacht racing. We have even been used as a Start/Finish boat during yacht racing. Our smaller vessel was used in the Youth World Championship Yacht Racing as a spectator boat for all the coaches from countries all around the globe.
PRODUCT LAUNCHES We are able to accommodate most requests, including the launch of new car models whereby vehicles are craned onto the open deck space of our vessel. We had the “Ford KA” launched on the “Ocean Scene”, while the car was located on our top deck.
PRIVATE PARTIES Our boat is available to hire for Private Parties throughout the year. The vessel is fully heated and holds fully licensed bars. Catering is offered on all cruises, a wide range of menus being available for your consideration. Our Chef is always available to talk through any special requirements you may have. Entertainment can be provided, from our resident DJ, call us for a quote, we may also be able to advise on hiring of local bands. You are welcome to bring our own entertainment on board as long as they have all their own equipment.
SCHOOL PARTIES / PROMS Owing to the nature of such events (whereby passengers are unquestionably under 18) we only operate ‘soft’ bars – NO alcohol – this includes teachers and/or accompanying adults.
