We're going to the Southampton Boat Show
Step aboard. Meet the crew. Hear from the legend. 18 – 27 September 2026
Use code CLIPPEREver dreamed of racing across the world’s oceans?
18 – 27 September 2026
Stand H60, New Wave Hall, North
Marina berths M623 and M828
Clipper Race is coming to the 2026 Southampton International Boat Show, and we’re bringing our iconic ocean racing yachts with us.
Whether you've always dreamt of ocean racing or are an avid follower of the Clipper Race, this is your chance to meet the team, find out what it’s really like, and decide if you’ve got what it takes to join the adventure.
Come to stand H60 or see us on our marina berth and chat to Race Crew Alumni and discover how you could take part. You don't need previous sailing experience as full training is provided, just a thirst for adventure and the determination to go beyond your limits.
Tour an Ocean Racing Yacht
DAILY TOURS
Step aboard the new Clipper RX; the next generation of our ocean racing fleet.
Explore above and below deck to see how everyday people will live, race and face the elements as they take on our epic 40,000 nautical mile circumnavigation – one of the world’s toughest endurance challenges.
Try a Boat
Saturday & Sunday | Two slots
Take to the water on an ocean racing yacht as part of the Southampton Boat Shows Try-A-Boat initiative.
Available on Saturdays and Sundays across both weekends, with sessions from 10:30-12:30 and 13:30-15:30.
Places are limited on a first-come, first-served basis.
Find out more and book at the Try-A-Boat kiosk.
How to become an Ocean Racer
DAILY | 1330
Interested in the challenge of racing across oceans? Want to know what it takes to be a Clipper Race crew member?
Join us to discover what we are looking for in our crew members, what the selection and training process is like and what you can expect from sailing as a crew member on the race.
Talk are daily at 1300 apart from: 19th: 1315, 20th: 1430, 22nd: 1430, 23rd: 1430
Meet the Legend
Saturday 19 Sept | 1400
Hear from the sailing legend himself as he shares his legendary sailing adventures, and how they sparked a movement that empowered everyday people to take on the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race.
The ultimate job in sailing
WEDS 23 SEPT | 1130
Dreaming of a career in ocean racing and ready for the ultimate challenge? Hear from Clipper Race's Hannah Brewis on her pathway from instructor to Deputy Race Director, via 1.5 circumnavigations and how you can become one of the next cohorts of Clipper Race Skippers and First Mates.
The Clipper Race is the only event of its kind which trains people from all walks of life to become ocean racers. Learn what you need to get started, the pathways available including fast-track options, and how to make it happen.
When the pressure is on: How great teams perform at sea
THURS 24 SEPT | 1130
Oliver Irvine led his team to first place on the Clipper 2025-26 Race. Learn how he built a successful team (winning seven of thirteen races) on one of the toughest endurance challenges on the planet. Discover Oliver's sailing pathway to becoming half of the youngest sailing duo to win the Clipper Race.