Britain’s biggest inland waterways event, Crick Boat Show is organised by Waterways World in association with the Canal & River Trust and Crick Waterside and Marina, and is expected to attract over 26,000 visitors. As well as being the canal world’s biggest marketplace, showcasing the inland waterways industry with over 200 exhibitors, Crick Boat Show offers a fantastic day out with more than 30 n
ew boats to view, plus used boats, free boat trips, free advice seminars on boat ownership, technical masterclasses, live music, children’s activities, a real ale marquee, and a large variety of food and drink stalls. Now in its 25th year, the Show hosts the largest display of new inland boats, both narrowboats and wide beams, and for three days it becomes Britain’s largest chandlery when over 200 exhibitors bring together the complete range of equipment and materials for inland boating. For Saturday 24, Sunday 25 and Monday 26 May, adult tickets are £19.00 on the gate, £17.10 if purchased in advance. Three-day adult tickets are £43.00 on the gate, £38.70 in advance. All advance tickets will be sent out in May and delivery is free of charge. Advance tickets can be ordered online or by phone until 12noon on Friday 16 May 2025. Camping pitch prices start at £51.00 for one night for a 6m x 6m pitch for a tent and car. For more information and to book tickets, camping pitches and moorings, visit www.crickboatshow.com or call 01283 742970, Monday to Thursday 9am to 3pm. The Show will open from 10am until 6pm on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 May. And until 5pm on Monday 26 May. On Trade & Preview Day, Friday 23 May, the Show will be open from 10am until 6pm for Preview Day Visitor ticket holders and pre-registered Trade visitors. Evening entertainment will run from 7.30pm to 11.30pm on Friday 23, Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 May.
