Bournemouth Boating Services

The Vintage Ferry Service starts at Tuckton Tea Gardens and runs down to Mudeford Sandbank, stopping at Wick Ferry and Christchurch Quay.

The service begins its season at Easter and runs every day (weather permitting) until the end of October. The timetable will vary daily according to both the weather and the time of year, the minimum service being a boat every hour and a half, the maximum being every half hour. We have special rates for Party and School bookings. We have carried Wedding parties, anniversaries, Champayne parties and the scattering of ashes. For more detailed information please call us on 01202 429119.

It takes approximately 40 minutes to cruise down the river to the beach, passing through the unparalleled beauty of this little known harbour. The views of Christchurch Priory, Place mill, Hengistbury Head and the harbour are spectacular, with a wealth of wildlife to see on the way.