Whether you are new to cruising, heading to European destinations or an experienced sailor embarking on blue water adventures, head to Stand H522 in New Wave Hall to discover how the CA will support your cruising journey.
A showcase of cruising information
The CA stand is always a hub to gather, discover what’s new, share experiences, catch up with friends and talk all things cruising.
Schedule a visit to one of our on-stand drop-in sessions to hear the latest updates from the CA’s Regulatory & Technical Services group (RATS). The RATS team will be happy to answer any technical questions you have, with specific themes being orca, French Visas/Schengen, travelling with pets and static fishing gear hazards.
Three of the CA’s 18 specialist Sections will host sessions:
- Motorboat Section: get advice on cross-Channel adventures on 20 September
- Channel Section: connect with power cruisers on 25 September
- Mediterranean Section: tap into local Med knowledge on 27 September
Whether you need crew or are looking to join a boat, our Crewing Service team will be available on 22 September to connect you with opportunities for short trips, coastal passages and ocean crossings.
The 2026 edition of the Cruising Almanac will be launched at the show and available to buy at £28 members / £38 non-members. Visitors can also have a hands-on demo of the CA’s award-winning CAptain’s Mate app, featuring over 20,000 reports from more than 7,500 locations worldwide.
Prize draws, discounted membership and social gatherings
We have plenty of fantastic prizes to tempt you. Our open to all show prize is for two Wescom sMRT Alert man overboard beacons worth £540.
New Members who join at the show will not only enjoy membership offers, but also automatic entry to win a one-year magazine subscription. CA members can also try their luck in our Summer Prize Draw for a Musto clothing bundle worth £2,000.
The CA stand will host daily members’ socials, with morning coffee and chat from 1000-1100 hrs and happy hour with fellow members from 1630-1730.
Stay tuned for more updates. For the latest news and announcements, visit our dedicated show page www.theca.org.uk/southamptonboatshow.
We look forward to seeing you at the CA Stand H522 in New Wave Hall!
1 July 2025