Afternoon Tea Cruise

from £44.00

A “Two Island” cruise from Maldon Quay past Northey Island to Osea Island and back.  Includes tea of freshly baked scone with cream and jam, homemade cake, tea or coffee.

  • Start date: 15/09/2026 2:30 pm
  • Duration: 2 Hours
  • Sailing from: Maldon
46 spaces available

Leaving the Quay, the barge heads down river past the Victorian Promenade Park; past the statue of Brithnoth guarding Maldon against marauding Vikings; Northea Island which is a bird reserve owned by the National Trust; Heybridge Basin, the entrance to the Chelmer and Blackwater Canal; Mill Beach with it’s colourful beach huts on legs and finally towards the privately owned Osea Island, now a luxury weekend retreat and wedding venue.
Includes tea comprising freshly baked Paul Hollywood scones served with butter, cream and jam, homemade Victoria Sponge, cafetiere coffee or a cup of tea.

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Boarding details are sent by e-mail 4 weeks before a trip or when booking (check your junk folder). Be ready to board the barge 1/2 hour before sailing. Search for car parks near Maldon CM9 5HN, Ipswich IP4 1FH, Brightlingsea CO7 ODY, Harwich CO12 3HH