Mother’s Day Sailing Adventure in Plymouth Sound (2027)

None at all. Conrad and the crew handle everything - you're welcome to take the helm, raise the sails or simply relax and enjoy the ride. You can take the helm, trim sails or stay on deck while Conrad and the crew handle navigation across Plymouth Sound National Marine Park.

First-time sailors are very welcome on every experience. You'll get a safety briefing and lifejacket fitting before we leave the pontoon, and the crew stays with you throughout your time on Plymouth Sound.

Safety is paramount. If conditions are unsafe we'll offer an alternative date or a full refund if you can't make a revised time. We review wind, sea state and visibility before every departure from Mount Batten and will not sail if conditions are unsafe for a small open boat.

We will help you reschedule if conditions force a change to your planned date. If we postpone your voyage, we work with you on the next suitable date or refund according to the cancellation policy shown on your booking.

Warm jacket and trousers, soft-soled shoes (trainers are ideal), sun hat, sun protection, water bottle and snacks. A changing robe if you plan to swim. Layers work best on the water because evenings and breezes can feel cooler than the forecast on shore, even on sunny days in Plymouth.

Spinlock lifejackets are provided for all guests. A little cash for refreshments during stops ashore is useful when conditions allow. Soft-soled shoes help on the pontoon and deck; avoid hard heels or open sandals that could slip on wet surfaces.

The boat club pontoon at Mount Batten is 50m from Mount Batten Watersports Centre on the south-west coast path. Use What3Words ///safe.cloud.detail for the exact location. Mount Batten has free parking on site; register your vehicle when you arrive so harbour staff can direct you to the correct area.

Free parking on site - just register your vehicle on arrival. Exact directions and a what3words location are sent to you ahead of your trip. We send exact meeting times, slipway directions and a what3words pin ahead of your voyage so you are not guessing on the day.

Yes. Bounty is the authentic replica of Captain Bligh's open launch from Channel 4's Mutiny, in which Conrad and the crew retraced Bligh's 3,600-mile open-boat survival voyage across the Pacific. Conrad Humphreys skippered the televised voyage and shares stories from that expedition during many sails on Plymouth Sound.

You can watch the series on Channel 4's online catalogue. Conrad Humphreys skippered the Mutiny voyage and leads these sails on Bounty. The open launch was built for authenticity, so expect an intimate, hands-on feel rather than a large passenger ferry.

Bounty is MCA Category 4 licensed and carries up to 7 guests plus crew. Every guest wears a Spinlock Deckvest - the gold standard in sailing lifejackets, trusted on the Vendee Globe and Ocean Race. Spinlock Deckvest lifejackets are fitted individually before we leave the pontoon, with adjustments for height and layering.

You'll receive a safety briefing and lifejacket fitting before departure. Under-16s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian; children's lifejackets suit ages 8-16. The crew monitors weather throughout the trip and keeps the group within sheltered water when forecasts suggest a choppier Sound.

We can accommodate guests with accessibility challenges - please let us know in advance so we can plan ahead. Lifejackets for children aged 8-14 are provided. Tell us about mobility needs or young sailors when you book so we can plan boarding, seating and lifejacket sizes before you travel.

For children under 8, please let us know in advance. We can't accommodate infants on board. Children aged 8 to 16 sail with a parent or guardian; we cannot accommodate infants on board because of lifejacket and space limits.

Yes - two sailing times are available on Mother's Day weekend, morning or afternoon. Conrad and the crew are happy to answer practical questions before you step aboard. Morning and afternoon slots are offered on the weekend so you can pair the sail with lunch or an evening meal ashore.

Choose the morning or afternoon slot that suits your celebration. Landmarks such as Drake's Island, the Hoe and Mount Edgcumbe frame the route, with Conrad narrating stories as you go. If anything is unclear before you travel, message us on Adventuro and we will confirm practical details in writing.

Mayflower Steps, Plymouth waterfront and the Hoe, Drake's Island, Mount Edgcumbe estate and country park, Royal William Yard's grand naval architecture and Fort Picklecombe. Conrad and the crew are happy to answer practical questions before you step aboard.

Conrad brings the stories of Plymouth Sound to life throughout the sail. Bring binoculars if you enjoy wildlife or coastal forts; the crew can slow near points of interest when conditions allow. Routes flex with wind and tide, but we aim to pass the icons of Plymouth Sound rather than staying in one corner of the bay.

Yes. Private charters are available for corporate team-building, special occasions, and bespoke group experiences for up to 7 guests. Private sails suit celebrations, team days and photography shoots when you want the boat to yourselves for a set route or timing.

Conrad designs every voyage around your goals. Conrad and the crew are happy to answer practical questions about what to expect on the water. Share your goals when you enquire and Conrad can suggest a length, start time and optional extras such as photography or catering ashore.

Yes - gift vouchers are available for any of our experiences. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, retirement gifts, or a uniquely Plymouth thank-you. Vouchers can be bought toward any published voyage date, subject to availability when the recipient books.

Gift vouchers are available for any experience and date. Conrad and the crew are happy to answer practical questions before you step aboard. They make a strong present for sailors and non-sailors alike because no prior experience is required on our public sails.