About
A brief introduction to Boat Showrooms
Boat Showrooms; an organisation that has been synonymous with representing leading national and international motor cruiser brands and providing high quality services to our valued clients for over 60 years. I wanted to say a few words about us and introduce you to the products and services we provide to our customers.
Boat Showrooms enjoys an enviable reputation for honest, high-quality service with the kind of attention to detail that ensures our customers repeat business with us time and time again - see our testimonials page. The following information will highlight more about the processes of buying and selling a motor cruiser and how we can assist you every step of the way.
We've tried to answer the questions we most frequently get asked but should there be any others or issues where you would like clarification then please do feel free to get in touch with us. We can give you free, unbiased advice both as a member of the British Marine Federation (BMF) and the Boat Retailers and Brokers Association (ABYA/BRBA). Our sales staff are also individually trained and qualified to operate over and above the high standards expected within our industry making Boat Showrooms the favoured choice for thousands of boat buyer and sellers alike over the years…...
We look forward to helping you.
Lisa Harris
Marina Manager
Shepperton Marina Ltd.
Showrooms
London - Shepperton Marina
At the Shepperton office we operate from Shepperton Marina the Premier 5 Gold Anchor Lower Thames marina where great service and quality facilities abound, we are also in close proximity to excellent rail and road links as well as Heathrow and Gatwick airports.
Historical landmarks like Hampton Court, the hustle and bustle of Richmond and Kingston are nearby and we are only three locks away from the tidal Thames. Our expertise is in general brokerage specialising in Steel, Barges and GRP and we are also the Thames agents for the world famous Princess range of motor cruisers and UK importers of Linssen Steel displacement cruisers. As well as the Thames we have experience of the waters around the UK and the Mediterranean and can provide a complete service to our clients. With over 40 years’ experience in boat sales and related services your safe in our hands and we look forward to meeting and advising both the new to boating and the experienced alike. Whether you are buying or selling a boat our mission is to satisfy even the most discerning clients. We look forward to welcoming you to Shepperton in the near future.
Hamble
With over 60 years of experience in the large brokerage and new boat sales business we can provide you with both a very personal and unprecedented level of service when buying or selling your boat.
Specialising in the Grand Banks brand and with 30 years dedicated Grand Banks experience we offer an efficient and professional service for both buying and selling your new or used Grand Banks. As our testimonials will confirm we have many happy and satisfied customers from around the world providing a complete and fully international service. Palm Beach is an established brand from Australia and Built by Grand Banks, they are meticulously created using modern technology and craftsmanship perfectly intertwined. Unique custom tailoring harmonises seamlessly with the personal requirements of individual owners to create a unique vessel designed to maintain its beauty and integrity for generations. A Grand Banks boat finder service as well as shipping and advice on every aspect of buying or selling a Grand Banks or Palm Beach either new or used is confidently available to all of our clients
Harleyford
At Harleyford we are located on one of the most picturesque stretches of the River Thames just upstream from the bustling town of Marlow and downstream of Historic Henley on a 350 acre country estate, marina and celebrated 18 hole Golf course.
Specialising in pre-owned Brooms boats and Harleyfords 15 years of Broom selling experience we have over 50 years’ experience as a busy general boat sales site. We can offer you a wide selection of craft from day boats to seagoing cruisers and above all the right boat for your own needs to help you explore the Thames or venture further afield. Having a wide experience in sales and service we can provide both practical advice and assistance and welcome the chance to help both the new and experienced buyer alike. We also offer new boats and are UK importers of the 'Alfastreet Yachts' range of day and weekend craft which bring both contemporary design and a range of electric and conventional propulsion options giving you the best combination for your waterside location. In addition, we offer the spacious and much celebrated 'Piper 12C' Cruiser ideal for family cruising. Whatever your specific boating needs do please call where we will be happy to discuss your requirements with you.
Meet The Team
Broker - shepperton
Vaughan has been in the new boat sales and brokerage business for over 40 years and has a wealth of knowledge with many hours at sea and on the inland waterways. Vaughan's experience covers a wide range of craft from boats on trailers to ocean going motor cruisers. As well as the River Thames and major European waterways he has sailed the waters around the UK, Mediterranean and Adriatic and has many stories to tell. Vaughan is primarily based at our Shepperton office and looks forward to meeting and advising both buyers and sellers alike.
Broker - harleyford
Harry has recently joined the team here at Boat Showrooms as a fully qualified Yacht Broker. He has grown up on and around boats and spent many family holidays on different areas of the Thames. Harry has taken the lead role for the representation of Alfastreet Yachts and the Salcombe 600 with many ideas to grow the sales of both. In his spare time, he enjoys working on his project boat and has previously worked at another local boat sales operation as a Trainee Yacht Broker and Boat Maintenance Specialist. Harry is responsible the social media side of Boat Showrooms and has recently taken charge of the company drone. He has his drone licence and is looking forward to putting his skills to the test, capturing fantastic footage of the boats for sale and our marina operations. Harry will be covering both our Harleyford and Shepperton offices and is rarely without a smile so please come along and say hello.
broker - hamble
Colin has held almost every role there is relating to boating and marinas. Starting on the technical side as a marine engineer in 1976 and then helping develop, shape and manage the Boat Showrooms sales business over the many years since then. As keen boater, Colin has clocked up many thousands of hours both at sea and the inland waterways of the UK and Europe on most types of boat. He loves to be out on the water. He has put his experience to good use and and has sat on various BMF (British Marine Federation) boards. He is also a founding member of the Boat Retailers and Brokers Association (BRBA), the Academy of Experts and the International Yacht Brokers Association (IYBA). Colin primarily specialises in the Linssen and Grand Banks brands.
sales assistant - hamble
Donna is no stranger to the boat business and has been with the company for over 30 years. During that time she has been employed in various sales and managerial roles at all of the Boat Showrooms sales offices. Now working out of the Hamble Sales office, she has a broad working knowledge of the brokerage business alongside both Linssen and Grand Banks products. She is also responsible for the organisation and management of exhibiting these products at the various boat shows we attend annually. In her spare time she like spending time with her family and friends as well as traveling to interesting places.
business development
I have spent my entire career in customer facing sales and broker roles, firstly for a decade in the motor industry and for the past 9 years in the marine industry, representing a number of highly desirable brands, developing long standing relationships and helping to make peoples aspirations and dreams become reality. It's a privilege to begin my next chapter with Boat Showrooms, one of the longest standing and most highly respected names in the marine sector.
