Southampton International Boat Show to close for Her Majesty’s funeral

By Sam Pither

14 September 2022

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British Marine, the trade association behind the Southampton International Boat Show, has announced the event will close on 19 September for the funeral of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II.

A statement from the organisation reads:

“Southampton International boat show will not open that day as a mark of our deepest respect for Her Majesty and her family.

“British Marine and the whole UK marine leisure industry were deeply saddened by the loss of her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and have joined the nation in mourning her passing. Our thoughts and condolences remain with the Royal Family at this time as we mourn a much-loved monarch, who has served the nation with tireless dedication and an unwavering sense of duty over the last 70 years.

“Following the recent announcement that her Majesty’s state funeral will take place on Monday 19 September, British Marine, the team behind the Southampton International Boat Show, has been in consultation with exhibitors, the exhibitor advisory group and the British Marine Board, to discuss the most appropriate course of action for the show on that day.

“In light of these discussions, it has been agreed that the show will not open on Monday 19 September as we join the nation in a day of national mourning and remembrance for her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The show will continue to remain open on all other days.”

Lesley Robinson, CEO of British Marine, said: “Following discussions with our many stakeholders it was agreed that closing the show as a mark of respect would be the most appropriate course of action.

“Closing the show on Monday 19 September will allow everyone, from those manning the stands, to those teams behind the scenes, the opportunity to join the nation in remembering The Queen on this day of national mourning.”

All exhibitors and ticket holders have been notified of these changes.

British Marine have also said that any visitors with tickets for 19 September can use their ticket to attend on a different day.

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By Sam Pither

Sam is the Regional Editor of Biz News, responsible for both Hampshire and Dorset.

A new recruit to journalism, Sam started writing for the Business Magazine as a freelancer in May of 2022 after completing his degree in English at University College London. His passion for local businesses and ability to tell a story soon caught the attention of the publication’s management team and have led to his meteoric rise.

Sam, who lives in central Reading, takes a particular interest in technology, gaming and food and drink, having been a chef before starting his degree.