Blue Funnel boat tours move to MDL’s Shamrock Quay
Solent boat tour company, Blue Funnel, will be moving its motor vessels Ocean Scene and Jenny Blue to a new permanent home at MDL’s Shamrock Quay Marina in Southampton this summer.
Blue Funnel will operate its boat tours and Solent cruises from Shamrock Quay. The relocation is supported by MDL Marinas’ recent acquisition of a 3.2-acre waterfront plot at Lower William Street, now Millstone Point.
Ocean Scene has been operating from Southampton’s Town Quay since 2017, after relocating from MDL Marinas’ Ocean Village. This summer, both vessels will relocate to Shamrock Quay, further enhancing Blue Funnel’s renowned local passenger cruises and boat tours.
Upon completion of the move, the vessels will benefit from a dedicated pontoon at the recently acquired Millstone Point site. This strategic relocation will consolidate Blue Funnel’s entire operation at Shamrock Quay.
Blue Funnel’s boats: Ocean Scene and Jenny Blue
Ocean Scene features a spacious open deck and comfortable indoor seating, making it ideal for sightseeing, private charters and special events throughout the year. With its new home at Shamrock Quay, passengers will be able to embark directly from one of Southampton’s most vibrant marinas. The smaller vessel, Jenny Blue, offers shorter local excursions and docks tours and is also available for private hire and ferry services.
“We’re thrilled that Ocean Scene and Jenny Blue will be permanently berthed at Shamrock Quay this summer,” says Tim Mayer, sales and marketing director at MDL Marinas. “It’s fantastic to welcome Blue Funnel’s operations to our marina. Shamrock Quay offers exceptional amenities that will significantly enhance the customer experience, including excellent parking facilities and a variety of eateries.”
Lee Rayment, operations director at Blue Funnel, adds: “Shamrock Quay will be the perfect home for Ocean Scene and Jenny Blue. The facilities are excellent, and there’s a great marina atmosphere. Having everything in one place means we can offer an even better experience for our customers.”
Shamrock Quay
Located on the River Itchen, Shamrock Quay is steeped in maritime heritage and home to a thriving boating community. The 255-berth marina offers a wide range of services and facilities including refit and boat-building services, specialist marine trades and a 70-metre superyacht berth. It is also home to the popular dining venue, The Bistro Shamrock Quay.
With significant recent investment and further improvements planned for 2025 – including upgraded pontoons and enhanced security – the addition of Ocean Scene and Jenny Blue, along with the strategic development of Millstone Point, considerably enhances Shamrock Quay’s appeal as a hub for maritime experiences.
