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Exclusive free tickets to 2016 Southampton Boat Show for RYA members

by Emma Slater, RYA 16 Jun 2016 19:07 AEST 16-25 September 2016

The RYA is now able to offer all members a FREE ticket to the 2016 Show taking place from 16-25 September.

Not only can members claim their FREE ticket to any day of the Show, including Public Preview Day, members can also purchase up to three additional tickets at the special discounted rate of just £11.00* (a transaction fee of £1.95 applies for purchased tickets).

"This is a fantastic offer for RYA members", commented RYA Membership Development Manager, Conor Swift. "The RYA have supported the Southampton Boat Show for many years and each year thousands of our members take advantage of the exclusive ticket offers and visit the Show, so to be able to offer all our members the chance to attend for free and experience all the Show has to offer is a real boon."

The Southampton Boat Show has one of Europe's biggest purpose-built marinas showcasing the very best that the international marine industry has to offer. With hundreds of boats, brands and equipment to see and buy first-hand, the Show promises something for everyone.

The Show also provides plenty of opportunities for visitors to get on the water and experience the latest RIBs, powerboats and yachts for free with 'Get Afloat' and 'Try a boat' sessions.

As well as all that, members will also have access to the exclusive RYA members lounge situated at the heart of the Show in the new look Holiday Inn Hotel, offering:

  • Private table service dining area
  • Self-service cloakroom
  • Dedicated lounge area to sit and relax
  • Easy access to a Starbucks coffee station and the Holiday Inn bar, if you fancy something a bit stronger!
  • Access to the Holiday Inn's Spirit Health Club throughout the duration of the Show, including gym, sauna, pool and Jacuzzi
And remember to pay a visit to the RYA stand (B032) situated right in front of the members lounge and Holiday Inn. Here you'll get all the latest advice and information to help you get started or improve your boating, purchase one of the latest RYA publications, as well as launches, events and celebrations.

In order to take advantage of this exclusive RYA members FREE ticket offer, login to the Southampton Boat Show member benefits page on the RYA website for full details on how to claim your ticket and to make any additional ticket purchases – www.rya.org.uk/go/sbstickets

Members will be sent confirmation of their FREE ticket via email which will include a PDF attachment of your ticket (remember to check your junk mail box). You will need to print off your ticket and bring it with you to the show to gain entry. Additional purchased tickets will be emailed to you with your FREE ticket.

The RYA member FREE ticket offer is available while stocks last. Full terms and Conditions available here: southamptonboatshow.com/Visiting/Terms-and-Conditions

Up to two children aged 15 and under are admitted free for every standard adult ticket presented with the 'Kids Go Free' promotion.

To find out more about what's on at the Southampton Boat Show visit www.southamptonboatshow.com

More details about RYA events and activities at the Southampton Boat Show coming soon.

Love Boating? Then why not join the association that promotes and protects, safe, successful and rewarding British boating. Join today and support the RYA in protecting your boating rights and freedoms. Take advantage of free advice and support on all aspects of your boating, as well as enjoying a range of fantastic personal member offers. Find out more by calling 02380 604 159, email or visit www.rya.org.uk

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