The countdown is on for the Southampton International Boat Show 2026, returning to Mayflower Park, Southampton from 18–27 September 2026 for ten spectacular days celebrating everything connected with life on the water. As the UK’s flagship boating and water sports festival, the show brings together hundreds of marine brands, thousands of boats, water sports experiences, expert talks and around 100,000 visitors from across the UK and overseas.
Discover the Complete Waterside Lifestyle
The Southampton International Boat Show is about much more than boats. It’s where people come to explore the dream of living by the sea, on a river, beside a marina or overlooking a harbour.
At the Waterside Properties and Boatshed stand, you’ll be able to:
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Browse a hand-picked selection of waterside homes from across the UK and overseas.
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Explore boats for sale through Boatshed Hamble and Boatshed Southampton.
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Speak directly with specialist property and boat brokers.
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Find out more about buying, selling and investing in the waterside lifestyle.
Whether you’re searching for a coastal cottage, a marina apartment, a riverside family home with a private mooring, or your next yacht or motorboat, our team will be on hand throughout the show.
Waterside Properties and Boatshed – Two Specialists, One Destination
Waterside Properties has built a nationwide network of independent estate agents specialising exclusively in waterside homes. Boatshed brings decades of experience selling thousands of boats through its trusted online brokerage platform and local marine experts.
By bringing property and boat sales together in one place, visitors can explore every aspect of waterside living with knowledgeable professionals who understand both markets.
Selling a Boat? List with Boatshed Before the Show
The Boat Show is one of the busiest buying periods in the marine calendar, making it the ideal time to list your boat.
Boatshed Hamble and Boatshed Southampton offer:
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Professional photography and video.
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Detailed online listings.
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Experienced local yacht brokers.
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Marketing to an international audience of buyers.
Listing your boat before the show means it can benefit from Boatshed’s increased marketing activity during one of the biggest marine events of the year.
Whether you’re selling a sailing yacht, motor cruiser, sports boat or RIB, Boatshed’s expert team can guide you through every stage of the sale.
Sellers
How to get your property listed on the Waterside Properties website.
Estate Agents