Discover the rich local and maritime history of the Swale and Thames estuary aboard a vessel that is itself part of that story.
Join us aboard the historic Thames Sailing Barge Raybel for a series of community sails departing from Queenborough Harbour. Exploring the Swale, these relaxed and welcoming voyages offer a chance to experience traditional sailing, local landscapes, and life on the water from a unique perspective. Each has a thene with an expert guide onboard for you to get the most out of the experience.
All sails are open to beginners and curious adventurers alike, with a sliding scale ticket system to help keep trips accessible to all.
From trading routes and shipbuilding to fishing communities and hidden creeks, these sails explore the landscapes and histories that shaped the area. A chance to connect with the heritage of the estuary while travelling through it under traditional sail.
Guide
15th - Raybel Charters Citizen Science lead Chris Foster
22nd / 29th - local historian Joanna Oyediran, who unearths and shares Kent’s overlooked stories, past and present, through guided walks, talks and research.