These fine old ships, with their distinctive red ochre sails, evoke an era long since past. Once the East Coasts traditional cargo vessel - at the turn of the century the Thames Sailing Barge fleet numbered over 2,000 - today only a handful of traditional Barges survive.

Each barge in the Topsail fleet has been beautifully converted to provide a high quality and spacious venue for entertaining without losing its essential maritime character.

Our classic sailing vessels make an unusual & memorable venue for:

Corporate Events

Entertaining clients and corporate hospitality, presentations, receptions, staff socials and Christmas parties.

Team Building

A themed nautical Team Building day using the barge as a floating venue for exercises.

Party Venue Hire

The perfect Birthday Party Venues for private hire for Birthdays, Anniversary and Parties in Essex, Suffolk and London.

Wedding Reception Venues

Unique and memorable Wedding Reception Venue at Maldon, Ipswich or London

Day Trips and Weekends Away

Enjoy a sailing weekend away or day trip as an individual or a group.

We also include a number of special interest trips such as estuary Bird Watching.