The 47th Thames Traditional Boat Festival

16th-18th July 2027

What Will You See?

Welcome to the Thames Traditional Boat Festival

A Spectacular Celebration of Maritime Heritage and Historic Transport!

Step back in time to explore not only the rich history of Britain's boating traditions but also the evolution of its land and air transport. With hundreds of boats on the water, beautiful old cars, a field full of vintage military, amphibs, hovercraft, planes overhead, craft and boat-building demos, kids' stuff, fairground, vintage and modern shops galore, fantastic food, drink and music: something for everyone to enjoy.
Don’t miss out—book your tickets today and be part of this unique, all-encompassing festival!

Festival Admission Tickets

About

Launched in 1978, discover the rich history and origins of the 47th Thames Traditional Boat Festival.

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Take Part

Enter your Traditional Boat, Vintage or Classic, Amphibious or Military Vehicle, or as an Exhibitor/ Trader. Click link below.

Boats

Vehicles

Traders

Volunteer

Love boats? Love festivals? Put them together and volunteer to help us bring it all to life.

Join Us

Discover Britain’s finest boatbuilding heritage at the Thames Traditional Boat Festival near Henley-on-Thames! Enjoy historic boats, thrilling air shows, and family fun—buy your ticket now for an unforgettable weekend on the Thames!

Step aboard Alaska, the oldest working passenger steam launch on the River Thames, experience a world of timeless elegance. With every puff of steam and every ripple on the water, you’re not just riding a boat—you’re experiencing living history.

Just a glimpse of what’s in store for 2027....

Classic & Vintage

Vintage & Classic Cars on Parade.

Varnished to Perfection

A vast array of traditional wooden boats as far as the eye can see.

Airborne

WW1 Overhead!

Operation Dynamo

We salute the "Little Ships" of Dunkirk and the service men and women of WW2.

Amphibians

The "Amphicar" of the 1960's.

Face Painting

Unleashing Smiles, One Brushstroke at a Time.

Daisy! Daisy!

Give me your answer, do . . .
Vintage cyclists will be out in force again.

Exhibitors & Traders

Traditional boatbuilding in action and a variety of trade stalls to visit.

The Eccentric Club

From the ludicrous complication of Heath Robinson invention, to the whimsical vision of Roland Emmett creativity, look out for the wierd and wonderful and judge for yourselves...

"The Most Eccentric Craft on the Thames"