About Us

For over 30 years we have been the biggest Agents on the Thames for all the Riverboat Owners that have vessels that come up to our own high standards.

Fourteen years ago we went into ownership ourselves and now have a 50% stake in one of the largest and most innovative boat companies in the central London stretch of the Thames. We have just recently introduced the 'Dixie Queen' to London. She was previously Stockholm's largest and most popular cruising Nightclub among the islands of the Archipelago. A truly stunning $10 million conversion into the essence of a 19th century Mississippi Paddle Steamer. Now based by Tower Bridge she will take up to 520 guests to party. More details below.

We have just purchased a 50% shareholding in the prestigious upriver boat operator, Maidenhead Steam Navigation Co, who operate 5 of the best upriver vessels plying the pretty stretch of the Thames between Henley and Windsor. Discover the joys of upriver boating and the Henley Royal Regatta! Two distinct packages on offer - see the following information. Why the Thames? Consider. A party afloat offers a whole host of advantages to the Organiser. Originality, excitement, no licensing restrictions! The cost of drinks are no more than a typical London bar. The floodlit beauty of the Thames at night has a timeless appeal and an entertainment value all of its own. It is the perfect backdrop for everything from launching a new car to a bash for the staff and social club. We should know. We originated the concept of the shared Disco' Cruise back in 1967 and since then have arranged over 4000 parties, from Film End of Shoot occasions to Wedding Receptions, from Product Launches to Raves.

Our staff know intimately all the better class of vessels on our books. Our recommendation does not come lightly. We have built relationships over the years with owners that will ensure that your planned event will go well. More importantly we will put you on the best boat suited to the style and budget of your party. Without inside knowledge the facts and figures that face the Organiser can appear bewildering. There are boats from 12 to 520 capacity. Most have varying rates. A few have no outside areas at all. Certain vessels have the advantages of 2 or 3 bars. Some Discotheques are cheaper than others. The costs of providing your own catering can vary from £1 to £6 + VAT. See what we mean! By booking a boat through us you will have the knowledge that this is a boat endorsed by the Mainstream Group. By listening to your brief we will quickly recommend the right boat at the most competitive rates. In short our knowledge and buying power works for you. It must be the right way to proceed as over 50% of our clients are repeat business.

All the boats recommended use menus prepared by our specialist marine caterers who are well aware of exactly what is possible aboard a boat. You will be surprised by the variety and the value! We list below a wide range of vessels, from the Upper Thames, west of London, to the Central stretches, from Henley to Gravesend. All will reward use. Space constraints allow us to show only a few particular favourites. There are more! From 20 to 550 guests. Ask us for availability, colour pictures and menus and bar tariffs. Most have a 10% service charge on the better class menus and always on Account bars.