Thalatta

Educational adventure voyages for schools and youth organisations, exploring the East Coast on board the Sailing Barge Thalatta.

When she is not busy with schools and groups of young people, Thalatta is available for private hire. For over 50 years the East Coast Sail Trust has provided 5-day cruises for children between the ages of 9 and 16 as they learn the seafaring skills of teamwork, self-reliance and values. In this time some 10,000 children have benefited from this unique experience which enriches and remains with th

13/06/2026

Having a wonderful day sail. The food smells wonderful. All very relaxed.

07/06/2026

We had a windy week but everyone mucked in with running Thalatta.

28/05/2026

What a fantastic sail back up the coast from the river Colne.

26/05/2026

Fun at sea with Blue Mermaid.

24/05/2026

DAY SAILS !!!!
Be quick to avoid disappointment!!!

****We have a few places left for day sails on 13 & 14 June.****

Please enquire for bookings via the contact form on this website or direct by email at [email protected]

Each trip is limited to 12 people and we lay on our renowned sit-down buffet lunch served in the main accommodation area. Cups of tea, coffee, cakes and biscuits served on deck throughout the day. With the small numbers on board we provide the opportunity for everyone to get actively involved in all aspects of running Thalatta from sail handling to steering this 90ft vessel.

We usually leave Ipswich Beacon Marina at 10:00 and return around 16:30 (ish). There is ample parking at the marina.
£100 per adult, £50 per child (age 10-14).