Step Aboard The Matthew of Bristol

From public trips to private events, enjoy a unique sailing experience aboard one of Bristol’s most historic attractions

Public Boat Trips

Private Hire

School Trips

Public Boat Trips ● Private Hire ● School Trips ●

  • The Matthew sailing around Bristol Harbour

    Bristol Boat Trips

    The Matthew is an unrivalled platform to view Bristol from the water. Tickets on sale now for our public trips around Bristol's Floating Harbour and beyond...

  • Fish & Chips trip aboard The Matthew

    Hire The Matthew

    The Matthew of Bristol is a one-of-a-kind venue, available for your special occasion, corporate event, or as a location for filming and photoshoots!

  • The Matthew volunteer talking to a group of school children

    School Trips

    Offering a unique space to learn more about Bristol’s maritime history, The Matthew caters for children of all ages and is a great choice for your school trip!

  • The Matthew sailing under the Clifton Suspension Bridge

    The Matthew Story

    The Matthew that you see in Bristol today is a modern reconstruction of the original Matthew that John Cabot sailed to Newfoundland in 1497.

Support The Matthew!

A beautiful ship like The Matthew requires a lot of looking after to keep it seaworthy and in tip-top condition.

As The Matthew of Bristol Trust doesn’t receive any public or private funding, we rely hugely on the generosity of the general public to help us keep the ship afloat!

All funds raised by the charity are used to maintain The Matthew so that you can continue to visit it, sail on it and learn about its rich history.

Your support is appreciated.