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.
Boarding 14.30
- Start date: 03/08/2026 3:00 pm
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Sailing from: Maldon
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



