Take A Turn Yachting · Cornwall

Boat Club Cornwall

Boat Club Cornwall provides a flexible and cost-effective way to get on the water without the responsibilities of boat ownership. Members can enjoy self-drive boat hire around Falmouth and the surrounding Cornish coast.

Membership includes a comprehensive induction so you understand the boat, its controls, safety equipment and local waters before heading out.

No Boat Ownership Hassle

Maintenance, servicing, cleaning and safety equipment are looked after for you, without the ongoing responsibilities of owning a boat.

Ready to Go

Your boat is prepared for your arrival, helping you spend more of your time enjoying the water.

Boating All Year

Members can book seven days a week throughout the year, excluding the Christmas period.

Flexible Membership

Choose from individual, joint or family membership options, with flexible ways to pay for your boat hire.

You can pay as you go or purchase pre-paid hire days at discounted rates. Reduced-price last-minute bookings may also be available.

How to Join Boat Club Cornwall

Joining Boat Club Cornwall involves a one-off induction fee, which covers your boat induction, plus an annual membership fee. The induction fee is paid once when you first join and does not need to be paid again.

1

One-Off Boat Induction Fee

Individual

£250

One-off induction fee

Joint Membership

£300

One-off induction fee for two members

Your Induction Fee Covers Your Boat Induction

The induction takes approximately 3 hours and is designed to make sure you're confident and competent using the boat before you begin self-drive charter.

  • Assesses competency to RYA Powerboat Level 2 standard
  • Familiarises you with the boat, its equipment and controls
  • Introduces you to the local cruising area

Once completed, the full induction does not need to be repeated. Guests are welcome onboard, but an inducted member must be onboard at all times.

2

Annual Membership

The one-off induction fee and annual membership fee are both required when you first join Boat Club Cornwall.

Individual Membership

£150

Per year

Joint Membership

£200

Per year for two members

When you first join: You pay the one-off induction fee plus the annual membership fee.

Following years: The induction fee does not apply again. You only pay the annual membership fee to continue your membership.

Membership runs from 1 February each year.

3

Flexible Boat Charter

Once you're a member, you can charter the boat 7 days a week, year-round, excluding the Christmas period.

You can choose to pay as you go or purchase pre-paid charter days. Pre-paid days can be used at any time during their validity period — they do not need to be consecutive — and offer a lower cost per day.

3 Days Valid for 6 months
5 Days Valid for 12 months
10 Days Valid for 24 months

Choose Your Boat

Find out everything you need to know about each boat, including specifications and current charter prices, on their individual boat pages.

Dreamchaser Highfield Patrol 600 Tide the Knot Ribeye 550

Boat Club Cornwall FAQs

Boat Club Cornwall is a members-only RIB charter club where you can hire a RIB once you’ve completed an induction and hold RYA Powerboat Level 2. Skippered trips and commercial hires are also available.
Membership is required for self-drive hire. Skippered trips and commercial work can be arranged without membership.
You must hold a valid RYA Powerboat Level 2 certificate before hiring. Training or direct assessment can be arranged if required.
Training can be completed at any RYA Powerboat School. If you already have experience, you may take a direct assessment.
The induction ensures you are confident with this specific RIB, its controls, electronics, safety equipment and the local cruising area.
The induction lasts around three hours and includes a full briefing, safety checks, electronics overview and an on-water skills assessment equivalent to RYA Level 2 standard.
Yes. If skills are not at RYA Level 2 standard or unsafe behaviour is shown, further training will be recommended before hire is permitted.
No. Once you have passed the assessment, only a short boat-specific handover is needed when using a different RIB.
Only members who have completed the induction may skipper the RIB. Passengers do not need membership.
Members can book seven days a week, excluding Christmas. Options include pay-as-you-go, pre-paid days, last-minute bookings or consecutive multi-day hire.
Day hire runs from 8:30am and the boat must be returned by 5:30pm.
Yes. Consecutive days are permitted during daylight hours with suitable storage arrangements agreed in advance.
No. The boat must be secured at least one hour before sunset and night use is not permitted.
You may cruise within the Fal Estuary, Falmouth Bay and Helford Passage. Delivery elsewhere may be arranged by prior agreement.
Yes, delivery to alternative locations can be arranged for an agreed fee.
No. Insurance does not cover towing inflatables or water-skiing activities.
The RIB is supplied with a full tank. You may return it full or opt for refuelling at the end of hire. Fuel plus a small service fee applies.
For details on the damage deposit, please see our full terms and conditions .
When factoring in insurance, storage, servicing, maintenance and depreciation, Boat Club membership is typically more cost-effective for most users.
Yes, members' dogs are welcome onboard. However, the damage policy applies if the boat is damaged in any way by your furry friend.
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Cabin Boat Adventures.
We're exploring the idea of adding a cabin boat to our fleet, and we’d love to hear from you! If you’re interested in having access to a comfortable boat for relaxed cruising, overnight stays, or extended adventures, let us know. Sign up below to register your interest—your feedback will help shape our next addition to the club!